In this Mentor Local Buzz Issue…

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⛅ Mentor Weather - Cloudy, Breezy with Showers - Temps 59-61

 🌃 Spectacular Northern Lights Display Seen From Ohio Last Night

 📰 Local Students Gear Up with New Mustang GT Donation

 ☑️ Take Part in Mentor Schools Survey to Share Your Opinions

 💰 Mentor Opens Applications for CDBG Projects

 ⚾ Mentor's Late Push Falls Short Against CVCA Royals

 🥍 Bay Rockets Overpower Mentor Cardinals in Season Finale

 📰 Congratulations to Melody Garrett and Lexi Berwald

  🍝 Special Section: Food & Recipes:  🍝 Savor Hearty Flavor with This Simple One-Pot Tortellini Recipe

 🤔 Trivia Question

 🎉 Events and Entertainment

 🤣 Something Funny

🌃 Spectacular Northern Lights Display Seen From Ohio Last Night

Last night, Ohio residents got a rare celestial treat as the northern lights, or Aurora Borealis, made a spectacular appearance in the sky. This stunning display, usually seen in higher latitudes, graced the Ohio horizon with vibrant colors ranging from green to purple, caused by the interaction of the Earth's magnetic field with charged solar particles. The phenomenon, seen shortly after sunset, was expected to peak during the darkest hours. Observers were encouraged to find spots away from city lights for the best view of this dazzling natural light show. The northern lights promised to offer a breathtaking backdrop for photographers and sky watchers alike, adding a touch of magic to the night sky over Ohio. Thank you to Kathy Szappanos for the amazing image above!

📰 Local Students Gear Up with New Mustang GT Donation in Auto Tech Class

Students in the Mentor School District's Auto Service Technology class are thrilled to start working on a brand new Mustang GT, generously donated by Ford Motor Company through Classic Automotive Group. The vehicle will offer students an opportunity to gain hands-on experience with advanced automotive technology, enhancing their practical skills and preparing them for future careers in the automotive industry. This donation enriches the curriculum, providing real-world training that will have a lasting impact on their education.

Check out the video above to see how this contribution is benefiting students in the Mentor School District.

☑️ Take Part in Mentor Schools Survey to Share Your Valuable Opinions

The Mentor School District is encouraging community members to participate in a survey about Mentor Public Schools. The information collected will help shape the district's future plans and ensure the school community's opinions and feedback are considered.

The survey is confidential, with responses being collected and reported by a third-party organization. If you're a parent, guardian, or staff member, you should have received a direct email link and can specify your various roles within the district while filling it out. All others can use the public link provided here: Survey Link Here.

Your feedback is crucial to guiding improvements in the school district. Thank you for your participation! Source Link

💰 Mentor Opens Applications for CDBG Projects with $162,641 in Funding

The City of Mentor is now open for applications for projects funded by the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, covering the period from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025. This year, the city has $162,641 available for the program, which is $2,032 less than the funding allocated in 2023.

According to federal guidelines, these funds must be used for projects that benefit low- and moderate-income individuals, help eliminate slums and blight, or meet urgent community needs that pose immediate threats to public health or welfare.

The city is offering technical assistance to any applicant seeking to submit a proposal. For help, applicants can reach out to Grant Supervisor Kevin Grippi at [email protected] or 440-974-5714, or contact Planner Larry Rastatter at [email protected] or 440-974-5740.

All applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on May 22, 2024. For more details and to download the application form, visit www.mentorcdbg.com.

⚾ Mentor's Late Push Falls Short Against CVCA Royals

The Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy (CVCA) Royals secured a 7-5 victory over the Mentor Cardinals in varsity baseball on Friday. The Royals maintained consistent scoring, reaching home in every inning except the first and seventh. Despite a strong push from Mentor in the bottom of the seventh inning with three runs, the Cardinals couldn't overcome CVCA's lead. Peyton Zupancic had a notable performance, going 2-for-4, hitting a double, driving in an RBI, and scoring a run. Ryan Saley also contributed significantly, going 2-for-4 with a double, two RBIs, and a run. The win boosted CVCA's record to 18-4 (12-0 in conference), while Mentor's record fell to 18-4 (8-2 in conference).

🥍 Bay Rockets Overpower Mentor Cardinals in Season Finale

The Mentor Cardinals boys varsary lacrosse team faced a tough defeat against the Bay Rockets from Bay Village, with a final score of 17-8 on Friday. Despite the loss, the season marked a significant improvement for the Cardinals, who ended with a 7-9 record, a notable improvement from just two wins in the previous season. The team is looking ahead to their next challenge as they prepare to face the Jackson Bears in the first round of the playoffs on May 21.

📰 Congratulations to Melody Garrett and Lexi Berwald

Congratulations to Melody Garrett and Lexi Berwald on placing 1st and 3rd respectively in the discuss at the GCC Meet! Congrats!

🍝 Savor Hearty Flavor with This Simple One-Pot Tortellini Recipe

The One Pot Tomato Spinach Tortellini with Sausage is a delightfully simple and satisfying dish. With the ease of cooking everything in a single pot, it makes both preparation and cleanup a breeze. The flavors of the tomatoes, spinach, and sausage blend beautifully with the tortellini, creating a meal that's both hearty and flavorful. Originally crafted by Stephanie from The Cozy Cook, it's a must-try recipe that will impress your family or significant others. Dive in and enjoy this delicious creation!

Visit the Website thecozycook.com to see the full recipe.

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May 11th (Saturday)

• Mentor Headlands Community Center Health Fair. Multiple Screenings Available. 11-3pm. INFO

• Great Lakes Market: Mother’s Day Extravaganza - Mentor Great Lakes Mall. 11-3pm. INFO

• Fairy Garden Tea Party - SuperBloom Studios in Willoughby - 1-4pm - INFO

• An Afternoon at The Lagoons in Mentor with Locked & Loaded @ 4pm - INFO

• Big in Japan @ All Aboard in Mentor - 8pm - INFO

May 15th (Wednesday)

• Learn to SEW at Wildwood - in Mentor - 6-8pm INFO

May 16th (Thursday)

• In-Person Support Group for Divorced & Separated - St. Noel Parish in Willoughby Hills - Starting May 2 through June 20 (8 weeks). 6:30-8:30pm. Registration is required. Contact Karen with questions at [email protected]

May 18th (Saturday)

• Soaring Hearts - Kite-Flying Fundraising Event for Mentor-based Crossroads Health - @ Headlands Beach Park in Mentor. 12 noon - 4pm - INFO (No Charge - Registration is Needed HERE)

• Farm Bureau Lake County Wine Tour - Visiting six vineyards with dinner at Grand River Cellars - 12-5pm. Register by May 12. - INFO

• Concert in the Park in Painesville @ 4pm (Bands: Lake Effect Concert Band & Polar Vortex) - INFO

May 27th (Monday)

• Memorial Day Ceremony, Mentor Ohio. @ 10am - Mentor Municipal Cemetery - INFO

June 1st (Saturday)

• Red, White, and Mew @ the Fairport Harbor Senior Center from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. - All-American Picnic. - INFO

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