In this Mentor Local Buzz Issue…

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 🧒 Safety Town's Debut Session Teaches Essential Skills to Kids

 📰 Mentor Council Bans Outdoor Smoking Outside Designated Areas

 📰 New Lake County Committee Targets Overdose and Suicide Prevention

 📰 Public Hearing Announced on June 18 for Mentor Zoning Changes

 👮 Order Your MPD Autism Awareness T-Shirt by End of Today

🏘️ Special Section: Travel & Discovery: 🛣️ Your Guide to Ohio’s Top 23 Weekend Destinations: Parks, Cities, and Retreats

 🥇 Best of Mentor 2024 - Best Real Estate Agent

 ⚾ Guardians' Shutout Victory Over Marlins Keeps Lead Intact

 🤔 Trivia Question

 🎉 Mentor Live Events - 30+ Live Events and Growing!

 🤣 Something Funny

🧒 Safety Town's Debut Session Teaches Essential Skills to Kids

The first session of Safety Town concluded yesterday, marking a successful start to this important awareness program. Safety Town is designed to teach young children essential safety skills, providing parents with peace of mind. The program covers a wide range of topics, including fire safety, stranger danger, water safety, and dog safety. Additionally, an outdoor mini-town is set up to teach lessons on pedestrian, traffic, and bike rules. This Wednesday was particularly special, as it was designated Police Day at Safety Town.

Source of the Story: Mentor Police Department

 📰 Mentor Council Bans Outdoor Smoking Outside Designated Areas

Mentor City Council has enacted an ordinance that may make smoking outside on city property costly unless done in designated areas. The amendment, passed on June 4, prohibits outdoor smoking on city property, except in specified locations. Violators could face fines and possible court costs.

Mentor City Manager Ken Filipiak explained that the ordinance originally lacked a penalty phase, prompting the amendment. The primary concern is the city's amphitheater, which hosts the popular Mentor Rocks series and attracts large crowds. Currently, there is one designated smoking area at the amphitheater, with a second being established. Signs will be posted to guide smokers to these areas and warn of penalties for non-compliance.

The ordinance extends to all forms of smoking, including cigarettes, cigars, vaping, and, eventually, recreational marijuana when state law permits.

Filipiak emphasized that the ordinance aims to ensure everyone can enjoy events without being affected by smoke. Initially, officers may issue warnings, but the ordinance allows for citations, classified as misdemeanors, if necessary.

📰 New Lake County Committee Targets Overdose and Suicide Prevention

The Lake County commissioners have appointed Health Commissioner Ron Graham to form a Drug Overdose Fatality and Suicide Fatality Review Committee. The committee aims to reduce preventable deaths by fostering stakeholder collaboration, analyzing data, and developing prevention strategies. Scheduled to launch in late August or early September, the committee will include members from various local agencies.

📰 Public Hearing Announced on June 18 for Mentor Zoning Changes

The Mentor City Council has scheduled public hearings for June 18, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Mentor Municipal Center, located at 8500 Civic Center Blvd, Mentor, Ohio. The hearings will address proposed zoning changes within the city.

The first proposal involves rezoning approximately 8.16 acres at 6010 Heisley Road from an M-1 Light Manufacturing District to a B-2 General Business District. The second proposal concerns rezoning about 14.5 acres on Adkins Road from an R-4 Single Family Residential District to a PRD Planned Residential Development Overlay District. The specific addresses included in this second proposal are 7260, 7276, 7286, and 7290 Adkins Road.

Both ordinances have been declared emergencies, and if approved, will be submitted to the electorate for final consideration.

Detailed information, including the Mentor Municipal Planning Commission’s rezoning recommendation letters and the proposed ordinances, is available with the Clerk of Council at the Mentor Municipal Center.

Source: cityofmentor.com

👮 Order Your MPD Autism Awareness T-Shirt by End of Today

The Mentor Police Department is selling Autism Awareness T-shirts to support a program providing sensory bags to first responders in northeast Ohio. The T-shirts, emblazoned with "Heroes Helping Those with Special Needs," can be ordered online by June 9th.

🛣️ Your Guide to Ohio’s Top 23 Weekend Destinations: Parks, Cities, and Retreats

Whether you're seeking a relaxing retreat or an adventurous weekend with the family, Ohio offers a variety of options to suit your needs. With its scenic Lake Erie coastline, abundant outdoor activities, and vibrant cities, Ohio promises memorable getaways.

Outdoor Adventure Escapes

If you love nature and outdoor activities, these destinations are perfect for you:

Hocking Hills State Park Hocking Hills is a premier destination, welcoming up to 5 million visitors annually. This 2,373-acre park offers stunning cliffs, gorges, caves, and waterfalls such as Old Man’s Cave, Ash Cave, and Rock House. Activities include hiking, fishing, hunting, disc golf, boating, archery, and mountain biking. The park offers cabins, camping options, and nearby lodgings.

Maumee Bay State Park Situated on Lake Erie’s shores, this 1,336-acre park features 2 miles of boardwalk, 5 miles of biking/walking paths, a large sand beach, and an inland lake. Guests can enjoy racquetball, game rooms, indoor and outdoor pools, and fitness centers at the lodge. Accommodations include the Maumee Bay Lodge, cabins, marina slips, and campsites.

The Wilds The Wilds is a conservation safari park in Cumberland, Ohio, offering unique animal experiences. Spanning over 9,000 acres, it houses rare species like cheetahs, giraffes, and zebras. Visitors can choose from various tours, including Open-Air Safari and Zipline Tour. Overnight options include adult-only yurts, family-sized cabins, and group accommodations.

Cuyahoga Valley National Park This 33,000-acre park between Cleveland and Akron boasts diverse landscapes and wildlife. Visitors can hike, bike, ride horses, paddle, and ski. The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad offers a unique way to explore the park. Lodging includes inns, cabins, and campgrounds in surrounding communities.

Mohican State Park Originally Delaware Native American hunting grounds, Mohican State Park offers nine hiking trails, a scenic covered bridge, waterfalls, and a lake. Activities include fishing, mountain biking, and educational programs at the Mohican Lodge and Conference Center. The campground provides cabins, campers, and primitive sites.

Read More Here —- and there’s some great ideas such as: Urban Weekend Getaways, Small Town Charms, and Relaxing Retreats — you won’t want to miss.

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⚾ Guardians' Shutout Victory Over Marlins Keeps Lead Intact

The Cleveland Guardians dominated the Miami Marlins on Saturday night, securing a shutout victory with a score of 8-0. The Marlins were held to just four hits throughout the game. Ben Lively earned the win for Cleveland, pitching five solid innings, allowing three hits, and striking out one batter. This victory brings Lively's season record to 6-2.

The Guardians' bullpen was stellar in maintaining the shutout. Sam Hentges pitched a flawless inning, followed by Pedro Avila, who struck out six over three innings to earn the save, his first of the year.

Offensively, the Guardians started strong with a solo home run by José Ramírez in the first inning. They added another run in the third inning with an RBI single from Josh Naylor. The game broke open in the fifth inning with a six-run explosion. Steven Kwan hit a home run, bringing home Daniel Schneemann, followed by a series of hits from Josh Naylor, David Fry, Will Brennan, and a sacrifice fly by Kyle Manzardo.

With this win, the Guardians maintain their three-game lead over the Kansas City Royals, who also won last night, defeating the Seattle Mariners 8-4.

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