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Drivers heading east on Route 2 through Willoughby should prepare for lane and ramp closures beginning Monday, November 16, as pavement repairs get underway.

According to the Lake County Engineer's Office, the right eastbound lane between Vine Street and Lost Nation Road will be closed daily from 9 a.m. to approximately 3 p.m., November 16–20.

The Vine Street entrance ramp to eastbound Route 2 will also be closed during those hours.

Weather permitting, additional work may take place November 23–24.

The closures could affect Mentor-area drivers returning from Willoughby and other communities to the west, particularly during midday and early afternoon travel.

Motorists should allow extra travel time and consider an alternate entrance to Route 2 while the Vine Street ramp is closed.

Source: Lake County Engineer — November 13 news release

Forget bowling balls. In Mentor, frozen turkeys are taking their place!

Turkey Roll on Ice returns to Mentor Ice Arena on Saturday, November 21, bringing a hilarious Thanksgiving twist to traditional bowling.

Instead of rolling balls down a lane, teams of four will slide frozen turkeys across the ice, competing for the best bowling score, most creative team name and best costumes.

The adults-only (21+) competition runs from 7–10 p.m., with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. at Mentor Ice Arena, 8600 Munson Road.

Registration costs $120 per team of four, and advance registration is required. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes with rubber soles. No spectators are permitted.

Ready to test your turkey-bowling skills? Call 440-974-5730 to register your team.

Want the full event details? Visit our Events Calendar for everything you need to know before heading to the ice!

A few extra groceries could go a long way toward helping Mentor families this holiday season.

The Mentor Police Department's 13th annual Fill-a-Cruiser Food Drive returns TODAY, Sunday, November 15, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Giant Eagle, 8383 Tyler Boulevard.

Officers will collect nonperishable food and monetary donations to support two Mentor food pantries: St. Bede the Venerable and St. Mary of the Assumption Church.

And this community knows how to show up.

Over the event's first 12 years, residents helped fill 29 police vehicles with food while contributing nearly $23,000 in monetary donations.

Residents can participate by bringing nonperishable groceries, making a cash donation or contributing through the department's designated Venmo account.

Whether it's a bag of groceries or a few dollars, it's another opportunity for Mentor neighbors to look out for one another.

⬇️ Planning to help? We've put together a quick donation guide, including helpful grocery ideas, the two food pantry locations and Venmo details, so you can make the most of Sunday's food drive. Read the full guide below…

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Revisit your favorites, follow a little curiosity and leave with something new to listen to.

There’s probably a song you can recognize before the singer gets through the first line. Maybe it takes you back to your first car, a concert with friends or the album you played until everyone else in the house knew it, too.

That’s a good place to begin a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame visit in downtown Cleveland, Ohio.

The museum’s current offerings give those memories somewhere to land. The Music of 1984 revisits the era of Prince, Tina Turner, Bruce Springsteen and other familiar names. Revolutionary Women in Music includes Joan Jett’s album-cover outfit and a bass guitar played by Sonic Youth’s Kim Gordon. Suddenly, music you know through speakers has something physical in front of you.

You could spend the afternoon following those connections. Start with an exhibit that interests you, linger when something catches your attention and let the next stop be a little less familiar.

Going with someone whose musical taste differs from yours? Give each person a pick. Their enthusiasm might explain more than another argument over who controls the car radio.

For anyone who would rather try making music, The Garage offers real instruments and practice stations. Beginners are welcome; you don’t need a band résumé to have a go.

There’s room to slow down, too. Benches provide places to pause, and visitors with sensory sensitivities can request bags with noise-dampening headphones. Staff can point you toward the quiet area when you need a break from the sound.

Check the current exhibit guide and hours before buying tickets, since displays change.

A favorite artist can get you through the door. An unexpected performance or an unfamiliar name might be what stays with you afterward. And if the ride home turns into a debate about what to play first, the visit has probably done its job.

Find your Rock Hall route, with three musical starting points, ticket details and an easy food stop.

Girls basketball is nearly here, with November 24 games on the calendar for both Mentor and Lake Catholic—and four local players earning preseason attention.

Ohio Varsity’s “50 Girls Basketball Players to Know” spotlights returning talent rather than ranking players. Its selections include two Cardinals and two Cougars with accomplishments worth knowing before the season begins.

Junior Keira Coleman averaged 10.2 points per game last season as Mentor reached the Division I regional final. She earned second-team Northeast Lakes All-District and honorable mention All-Ohio recognition.

Senior Lyla Willis, an All-District honorable mention selection, returns with experience directing the Cardinals’ offense.

Coming up: Mentor’s official athletics calendar lists a home matchup against Chardon on Tuesday, November 24.

Junior Lizzie Bammerlin made a school-record 78 three-pointers last season, shooting 39% from beyond the arc and averaging 13.1 points per game. She earned second-team All-District and honorable mention Division V All-Ohio recognition.

Fellow junior Maddie Gibbons, an All-District honorable mention selection, brings additional varsity experience.

Coming up: Lake Catholic opens its regular season Tuesday, November 24, at Willoughby South, with varsity scheduled for 6:45 p.m. The Cougars host Chardon on Monday, November 30.

Check Mentor’s athletics listings and Lake Catholic’s calendar for current game details before heading to the gym.

🐝 Buzz Fact: In the same survey, 55% expected to eat too much on Thanksgiving. The other 45% apparently weren't ready to admit it.

Source: Napolitan News Service, November 19–20, 2025, national survey of 1,000 registered voters.

This one reminded me of Thanksgiving! I’ll be reaching for my own pie soon.

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