In this Mentor Local Buzz Issue…

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 🎉 Mentor Live Events - 50+ Live Events. Events Added Daily

 🎄 Step Into a Holiday Wonderland at Wildwood Cultural Center

  📰 Lake County Expands Workforce Development Efforts

 📰 Lake County Offers Free Financial Education for Seniors in 2025

🧑‍⚖️ Lake County Seeks No Bond for Officer Accused of School Gunfire

 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Special Section: Real Estate: 🏠 November Home Sales Surge as Buyers Face Rising Costs and Tight Supply

🏘️ Featured New Home Listings for Sale in Mentor, Ohio (44060)

 🏀 Mentor Girls Basketball Powers Past Shaker Heights in Conference Win

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🎄 Step Into a Holiday Wonderland at Wildwood Cultural Center

The Wildwood Cultural Center invites visitors to enjoy the holiday spirit with its grand seasonal display, featuring more than 20 Christmas trees throughout its historic 1908 manor house. Each tree is adorned with festive decorations, creating a magical atmosphere for the holiday season. Guests can embark on a self-guided tour through all four floors of the building to explore this winter wonderland.

This festive experience is free and open to the public during the center’s operating hours, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The display will be available from Monday, December 9, 2024, through Friday, January 10, 2025.

For additional details, visitors can contact the Wildwood Cultural Center at (440) 974-5735.

See the Wildwood Facebook page for more info.

📰 Lake County Expands Workforce Development Efforts Through New Partnership

The Lake Development Authority (LDA) has expanded its partnership with Lake County commissioners and the Workforce Development Board to enhance workforce development services. This initiative aims to align training programs with local industry needs, fostering economic growth and making it easier for job seekers and employers to access resources.

The partnership will streamline services, integrating workforce training, job placement, and business retention efforts under one system. Oversight of adult, dislocated worker, and youth programming will be managed by the LDA and OhioMeansJobs Lake County.

Officials highlighted the benefits for businesses and job seekers, including saving over $50,000 in administrative costs, which will be reallocated to local economic initiatives. The collaboration is expected to improve efficiency, address employer needs, and enhance career opportunities in the county.

For more information, contact Amy Cossick, Deputy Executive Director of the LDA, at 440-350-5343 or acossick@ldauthority.org.

📰 Lake County Offers Free Financial Education for Seniors in 2025

Lake County Treasurer Michael Zuren is teaming up with the Lake County Council on Aging to offer free educational sessions designed for seniors. These sessions aim to enhance financial literacy and budgeting skills, helping older adults improve their financial well-being and overall quality of life.

Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn about valuable resources available in the county. Each session will also provide information on services offered by the Council on Aging, with CEO Joey Tomsick scheduled to speak at the events.

The sessions are scheduled for the following dates in 2025:

• March 20 from 1 to 3 p.m.

• June 17 from 1 to 3 p.m.

• September 10 from 5 to 7 p.m.

• December 2 from 1 to 3 p.m.

All sessions will be held at the Lake County Council on Aging, located at 8420 East Avenue in Mentor, and will feature the same content. Seniors interested in attending can register by calling the Council on Aging at 440-205-8111.

🧑‍⚖️ Lake County Seeks No Bond for Officer Accused of School Gunfire

Lake County prosecutors have moved to hold Cleveland Police Sgt. Alexander Sinclair without bond after he allegedly fired a gunshot outside Riverview Elementary School during a domestic violence incident involving his wife. While resisting arrest, Sinclair reportedly assaulted a deputy and violated a restraining order while in jail. He faces multiple charges and has been suspended without pay.

Read the Full Story at cleveland19.com

🏠 November Home Sales Surge as Buyers Face Rising Costs and Tight Supply

U.S. existing home sales rose 4.8% in November, reaching an eight-month high at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.15 million units, according to the National Association of Realtors. This follows a steady recovery from September’s 14-year low and marks a 6.1% year-over-year increase. Despite the rebound, affordability challenges, high mortgage rates, and economic uncertainties weigh on the 2025 outlook.

Mortgage rates, influenced by economic resilience and Federal Reserve policies, are projected to remain elevated at 6% to 6.5%, discouraging homeowners from selling and tightening inventory. November saw housing supply fall 2.9% to 1.33 million units, while the median home price increased 4.7% to $406,100. Inventory levels at 3.8 months remain below the balanced range of four to seven months.

Higher building costs and labor shortages are expected to limit new construction, further straining supply. Homes stayed on the market longer at an average of 32 days, while first-time buyers accounted for just 30% of sales, below the 40% ideal for market health. Despite these challenges, steady job growth and buyer demand provide hope for the market’s recovery.

Read the Full Article by Reuters.com

🏘️ Featured New Home Listings for Sale in Mentor, Ohio (44060)

9412 Whalers Cove, Mentor, OH. 44060
4 Beds, 3.5 Baths, 2,304 Sqft. 0.51 Acre Lot
Sale Price $460,000
Listed by: Patricia Zaller
Link to Property Listing

9634 Yellowwood Dr., Mentor, OH 44060
4 Beds, 2.5 Baths, 2,670 Sqft., 0.41 Acre Lot
Sale Price $365,000
Listed by: Timothy M. McMahon Brokered by Pwg Real Estate, Llc.
Link to Property Listing

7051 Dogwood Ln., Mentor, OH 44060
3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1,575 Sqft., 0.62 Acre Lot
Sale Price $269,000
Listed by: Aaron Harden Brokered by Homesmart Real Estate Momentum Llc
Link to Property Listing

6216 Center St., Mentor, OH 44060
3 Beds, 2.5 Baths, 1,768 Sqft. 0.39 Acre Lot
Sale Price $205,000
Listed by: Connor Kobilarcsik Brokered by Russell Real Estate Services
Link to Property Listing

4842 Marigold Rd., Mentor, OH 44060
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 828 Sqft. 9,649 Sqft. Lot
Sale Price $169,900
Listed by: David J. Huntington
Link to Property Listing

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🏀 Mentor Girls Basketball Powers Past Shaker Heights in Conference Win

The Mentor Cardinals girls basketball team secured a dominant 56-41 victory over the Shaker Heights Red Raiders in a Friday night conference match-up. This win bolstered their season record to 6-2 overall and 3-1 in conference play.

The Cardinals set the pace early, finishing the first quarter with a commanding 19-9 lead and extending their advantage to 46-21 by the end of the third. They maintained control throughout the game for a comfortable win.

Nina Rodriguez shined on the court, delivering a season-high 22 points and contributing 4 steals. Addi Keeper added strength to the defense with 4 rebounds, while Sophia Stouffer and Lyla Willis facilitated the offense with 3 assists each.

Mentor will face the Jackson Polar Bears on the road today, with tipoff scheduled for 1:30 PM.

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