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⛈️ Mentor Weather - Morning Showers - Temps 61-63

 🎉 Mentor Live Events - 40+ Live Events. Events Added Daily

 🏈 Lake Catholic Set for Home Opener Against Erie Royals

 📰 Northeast Ohio Braces for a Chilly Weekend After Cold Front

 📰 Lake County Road Projects: What Drivers Need to Know

 📰 Lake County Approves $200K for Salvation Army Mobile Canteen to Support Disaster Relief

 📆 Mentor Board of Building and Zoning Appeals Meeting Scheduled

 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Special Section: Food & Recipes: 🍲 One-Pot Creamy Chicken Orzo: A 20-Minute Comfort Meal

☕Rich and Creamy Homemade Hot Chocolate in Minutes

 🏈 Mentor Cardinals Storm Past Erie McDowell in 50-14 Blowout

⚾ Boyd Outduels Knack as Guardians Edge Dodgers 3-1

 🤔 Trivia Question

 🤣 Something Funny

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🏈 Lake Catholic Set for Home Opener Against Erie Royals After Road Success

Lake Catholic returns home tonight for their first game of the season on familiar turf after securing two consecutive road victories. The Cougars will host the Erie Royals at 7:00 p.m., with both teams entering the matchup on the back of convincing wins in their previous games.

Last Friday, Lake Catholic dominated Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy with a decisive 34-7 victory, solidifying their spot at 2-0 for the season. The Cougars are ranked 72nd in Ohio according to MaxPreps, significantly higher than Erie’s 251st ranking.

Erie, on the other hand, snapped a four-game losing streak, stretching back to last season, with an overwhelming 56-6 win against Shaw. Their offense rebounded in a big way after a sluggish six-point showing in their previous game.

With Lake Catholic boasting a seven-game road win streak, and Erie evening their record at 1-1, both teams are keen to carry forward their momentum. The last time these teams met in October 2023, Lake Catholic came out on top 41-28. It remains to be seen if the Cougars will repeat that success or if the Royals will pull off an upset this time around.

📰 Northeast Ohio Braces for a Chilly Weekend After Cold Front

Northeast Ohio will experience a chilly weekend following a strong cold front. Showers and gusty winds will persist, with temperatures dropping to the 50s by Saturday and only reaching the low 60s during the day. Sunday morning will be even colder, with temperatures in the 40s and some areas possibly seeing frost. However, warmer weather is expected to return next week, with highs in the 80s.

📰 Lake County Road Projects: What Drivers Need to Know

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) has released an update on construction projects that will impact drivers in Lake County over the coming weeks. Here's a breakdown of the current roadwork:

• I-90 & Ohio 528: Entrance and exit ramps will face lane restrictions and traffic pattern shifts through mid-October for safety improvements.

• I-90 between Ohio 84 & I-271: Off-peak lane restrictions will continue through September for guardrail replacement.

• I-90 between Ohio 174 & Riverside Drive: Lane restrictions and traffic pattern shifts will remain in place through October for slope repairs.

• I-90 under Ohio 44: Lane restrictions and pattern shifts will persist through October for bridge painting.

• Ohio 91 (SOM Center Road) between U.S. 20 & Ohio 2: Expect lane restrictions through mid-November for bridge repairs.

• Ohio 306 between Markell Road & Eisenhower Drive: Reduced to southbound traffic only through late September. Northbound traffic will be detoured via Ohio 615 to I-90 to Ohio 306.

• Ohio 640 (Vine Street) between Willowick Drive & Ohio 283: Reduced to one lane in each direction through November for resurfacing.

• U.S. 6 between Rockefeller Road & Ohio 91: Reduced to westbound traffic only through October for resurfacing. Eastbound traffic will be detoured via Ohio 91, Eddy Road, and Rockefeller Road.

• U.S. 6 between Ohio 84 (Bishop Road) & Ohio 91: Lane restrictions will continue through October for resurfacing.

• U.S. 20 between Townline Road & Ohio 528: Various lane restrictions and traffic pattern shifts are in place through November for pavement replacement.

• Liberty Street between Ohio 84 & Washington Street: Lane restrictions managed by flaggers.

• Mantel Road over Ohio 2: Closed through November for bridge replacement. The detour will take drivers via U.S. 20 to Ohio 535.

• Ohio 2 under Mantel Road: Lane restrictions and short closures will occur through September.

• Ohio 700 at Kimpton Trail: Reduced to one-way alternating traffic, controlled by a signal, through mid-September.

• Ohio 615 between Andrews Road & Center Street: Nightly lane restrictions between 7 p.m. and 6 a.m. will last through October.

📰 Lake County Approves $200K for Salvation Army Mobile Canteen to Support Disaster Relief

The Lake County commissioners have allocated $200,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funds to the Salvation Army Painesville Corps to purchase and upgrade a mobile canteen truck. The truck provides food services and disaster relief support in Lake County, assisting both residents and first responders. This funding is crucial for the organization, which has faced increased service demands post-pandemic. The new canteen will replace an aging unit and is considered essential for the community’s emergency response efforts.

📆 Mentor Board of Building and Zoning Appeals Meeting Scheduled for September 10, 2024

The Mentor Board of Building and Zoning Appeals will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The agenda includes both old and new business, with several requests for variances and appeals.

Key items on the agenda include a request for a variance at 6305 Tall Oaks Drive for a detached garage larger than the ordinance allows, as well as appeals for a 6-foot fence in a front yard and an addition to a home that exceeds setback limitations. Another matter involves an administrative appeal regarding the revocation of a contractor’s registration.

The meeting will conclude no later than 11:00 p.m., and the next regular meeting is scheduled for October 8, 2024.

Source: cityofmentor.com

🍲 One-Pot Creamy Chicken Orzo: A 20-Minute Comfort Meal

This one-pot creamy chicken orzo is the perfect solution for a simple, cozy meal, especially if you have pre-cooked chicken on hand, like a store-bought rotisserie or leftover poached chicken. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a risotto-style dish packed with tender chicken, basic veggies, garlic, and a touch of creaminess. Even if you need to prepare the chicken from scratch, a quick poach will still have dinner ready in no time. This comforting, one-bowl meal is ideal for a fast and satisfying supper.

Check out the full recipe from themodernproper.com

☕Rich and Creamy Homemade Hot Chocolate in Minutes

Creamy homemade hot chocolate is a delightful treat that elevates the classic drink by using both cocoa powder and chocolate chips for an extra rich and flavorful experience. It’s incredibly quick to prepare, coming together in just minutes. This homemade version delivers a sweet, creamy cup of heaven—perfect for those chilly winter nights. Imagine curling up every evening in December, wrapped in warmth, with hands around a mug of this indulgent drink. Top it with freshly whipped cream and a generous sprinkle of chopped dark chocolate for an added touch of luxury.

Check out this easy and delicious recipe from celebratingsweets.com

🏈 Mentor Cardinals Storm Past Erie McDowell in 50-14 Blowout

The Mentor Cardinals delivered a commanding 50-14 victory over the Erie McDowell Trojans, seizing control from the very first whistle at Jerome T. Osborne Stadium. Despite the relentless rain, Mentor jumped to a 43-7 halftime lead, dominating in both offense and defense. Junior Dominic Burns set the tone with a strong kickoff return, followed by rapid touchdowns from junior Jackson Farley and senior receiver Austin Van Huss. Senior quarterback Scotty Fox, committed to West Virginia, threw four touchdown passes, while Farley contributed two rushing touchdowns and a receiving score. Fox connected with Van Huss twice for long touchdowns, further extending the lead.

Mentor’s defense was relentless, forcing five turnovers, including fumble recoveries by Joey Wiegel and Caden Clair. By halftime, Mentor had outgained McDowell 343-150, and the starters rested after the break as backups ran the clock down in the second half.

This win improves the Cardinals to 3-0 for the first time since 2019, while McDowell drops to 1-2. The Mentor defense proved instrumental in controlling McDowell’s fast-paced offense, while their offense showcased an impressive balance of rushing and passing despite the weather conditions. Next, Mentor will face Medina on the road as they begin Greater Cleveland Conference play.

⚾ Boyd Outduels Knack as Guardians Edge Dodgers 3-1

Matthew Boyd outdueled Landon Knack in a tight pitching duel, leading the Cleveland Guardians to a 3-1 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday night. Both teams, division leaders, battled through five scoreless innings before Cleveland’s Andrés Giménez broke through with a two-run homer in the sixth. Shohei Ohtani responded with a solo shot in the bottom of the inning, his 45th home run of the season and career-high-tying 100th RBI, pulling the Dodgers within one run.

The Dodgers threatened in the eighth, loading the bases with one out after Ohtani singled, Mookie Betts doubled, and Freddie Freeman was intentionally walked. However, Chris Taylor grounded into a double play, killing the rally. Cleveland’s Bryan Rocchio added insurance with a solo homer in the eighth, giving the Guardians a 3-1 lead.

Boyd pitched six strong innings, allowing one run on three hits while striking out six. Emmanuel Clase sealed the win with his AL-leading 42nd save. Knack, recalled to start for the Dodgers, performed admirably despite the loss, giving up two runs on three hits over six innings and striking out a career-high eight.

In a game affected by scorching temperatures that reached triple digits earlier in the day, the Dodgers skipped batting practice due to the heat.

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