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📰 Chill Out Today, Mentor Recycling Schedule, Recipes: Warm Soup
Issue #382
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🌨️ Weather: Morning mix, then Snow, Windy, Maybe 1” - Temps 37-40
🎉 Events: 50+ Live Events. Direct Link to Mentor Live Events
📰 Local News: 🎉 Celebrate the Season with Mentor Chill Out’s Family-Friendly Festivities - TODAY!
♻️ Mentor Releases 2025 Waste & Recycling Collection Schedule
⚕️ Hometown Urgent Care Opens New Clinic in Mentor-On-The-Lake
🧊 Bitter Cold: Enbridge Gas Ohio Shares Winter Safety & Assistance Tips
👨👩👧👦 Special Section: Food & Recipes: 🍲 Warm Up with This Savory, Satisfying Cheeseburger Soup
🎶 Music: 🎶 Live Music with The Shizz at VFW Post 1500 in Willoughby
🏀 Sports: 🎣 Cold Snap Brings Solid Ice for Fishing—Best Spots in NE Ohio
🤔 Trivia Question
🤣 Something Funny
Morning mix, then Snow, Windy, Maybe 1” - Temps 37-40
👉 Mentor Live Events 👈
Jan 18
Complete list of events and all the details in the link above “Mentor Live Events”. New Events Added Daily.
See All the Upcoming Events Here at:
Mentor Live Events!
50+ Event Dates
🎉 Celebrate the Season with Mentor Chill Out’s Family-Friendly Festivities - TODAY!
Join the Mentor Chill Out, a free winter celebration at Mentor Civic Center Park on Saturday, January 18, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. This family-friendly event features activities, delicious treats, and festive entertainment.
♻️ Mentor Releases 2025 Waste & Recycling Collection Schedule
City of Mentor
The City of Mentor has published Waste Management’s 2025 waste and recycling schedule, providing residents with updated information on collection days and services. The schedule is now available for download, ensuring households can plan ahead for regular trash pickup and recycling.
Contact the City of Mentor or Waste Management with any questions.
⚕️ Hometown Urgent Care Opens New Clinic in Mentor-On-The-Lake
Hometown Urgent Care
Hometown Urgent Care has officially opened a new location in Mentor-On-The-Lake, bringing expanded healthcare services to the community. The facility, located at 6006 Andrews Rd, offers walk-in medical care seven days a week with extended hours, providing a convenient option for residents in need of immediate attention.
The clinic specializes in treating minor illnesses such as colds, flu, and infections, as well as pediatric care for conditions like ear infections and strep throat. Additionally, they offer services for minor injuries, including fractures, burns, and lacerations. Diagnostic testing, including COVID-19 testing, X-rays, EKGs, and lab work, is also available.
Beyond urgent care, the facility provides occupational health services such as workplace injury treatment, drug and alcohol testing, and physicals. It also participates in clinical research focused on conditions like COPD, heart disease, and diabetic peripheral neuropathy.
The community welcomed the clinic with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, marking the latest addition to the region’s healthcare options.
🧊 Bitter Cold Ahead: Enbridge Gas Ohio Shares Winter Safety & Assistance Tips
With temperatures expected to plummet into the single digits next week, Enbridge Gas Ohio is reminding residents to take precautions to ensure their safety and maintain their natural gas service.
Winter Gas Safety Tips
As extreme cold weather increases the risk of carbon monoxide buildup and gas-related hazards, homeowners should take the following steps:
Install Carbon Monoxide Detectors – Place detectors on every level of the home, particularly within 10 feet of sleeping areas. Check and replace batteries regularly.
Inspect Gas Appliances Annually – A yearly professional inspection of heating systems and appliances can prevent potential carbon monoxide leaks.
Turn Off Fireplaces at Night – Gas logs and fireplaces should be extinguished before going to bed to reduce risks.
Report Gas Leaks Immediately – If there is a natural gas odor inside or outside the home, evacuate and call 911 and Enbridge Gas (877-542-2630) from a safe location.
Keep Meters and Vents Clear – Snow and ice buildup on gas meters can affect pressure regulation, posing safety risks. Clear snow by hand and avoid piling snow against meters or exhaust vents to prevent carbon monoxide accumulation inside the home.
Use Supplemental Heaters and Generators Safely – Never use stoves or ovens to heat a home. Generators should always be operated outdoors to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
Assistance Programs Available
For those struggling with heating costs, Enbridge Gas Ohio offers several programs to help residents stay warm this winter, including:
Payment Plans & Budget Billing – Options to manage energy costs over time.
Winter Crisis Program & Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) – Aid for households facing financial hardship.
Housewarming Program – Weatherization assistance to improve energy efficiency.
EnergyShare® Program – A last-resort fuel assistance program for those in need.
More details on these programs can be found on the Enbridge Gas Ohio website, or by calling customer service at 1-800-362-7557.
🍲 Warm Up with This Savory, Satisfying Cheeseburger Soup
Photo: CW NEWELL
Cheeseburger soup is a creamy, cheesy, and hearty dish that delivers all the flavors of a classic burger in a warm bowl. Featuring ground beef, bacon, potatoes, cheese, and a rich cream base, this comforting meal pairs perfectly with dinner rolls or garlic bread.
Check out this fantastic recipe here at thepioneerwoman.com
🎶 Live Music and Entertainment with The Shizz at VFW Post 1500 in Willoughby
Saturday January 25th @ 7pm
VFW 1500 Willoughby 38295 Pelton Road, Willoughby, OH 44094
Get ready for a night of live music and entertainment at VFW Post 1500 in Willoughby! The event is set to take place on Saturday, January 25, 2025, from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m..
This event is open to the public, so attendees are encouraged to bring friends and family for a fun evening. In addition to live music, the venue offers a variety of amenities, including legal electronic gaming machines, pull tabs, traditional bingo, KENO, and Ohio Lottery games. Guests can also enjoy great food while taking in the entertainment.
For more information, reach out by phone at (440) 951-9233 or visit VFW Post 1500 in person at 38295 Pelton Road, Willoughby, OH 44094. Our normal hours of operation are M-F 1:00 - 10:00 pm and Sat 3:00 - 10:00 pm. You can also stay updated by following them on Facebook at VFW 1500 Willoughby.
🎣 Cold Snap Brings Solid Ice for Fishing—Best Spots in Northeast Ohio
Ice fishing enthusiasts in Northeast Ohio are finally getting their chance to hit the frozen lakes as solid ice conditions begin to form. With single-digit temperatures expected next week, many lakes and ponds are expected to develop safe ice for fishing—a welcome change after several years of inconsistent winter conditions.
Exercise Caution on the Ice
While ice thickness is improving, not all areas are safe just yet. Anglers should ensure the ice is at least four inches thick before venturing out on foot. For snowmobiles and ATVs, a minimum of five inches of solid ice is required. Ice conditions can vary, so it's crucial to test the thickness frequently.
Cleveland Metroparks Stocked with Trout
The Cleveland Metroparks have recently stocked rainbow trout, including trophy-sized fish, in several area lakes. Anglers are having success using small jigging spoons, Rapala Jigging Raps, and suspended ice jigs tipped with maggots, waxworms, or nightcrawler pieces.
Stocked Metroparks lakes include:
Wallace Lake
Shadow Lake
Ledge Lake
Judge’s Lake
Ranger Lake
Other great ice fishing locations in the region include Mosquito, Pymatuning, Punderson, and LaDue Reservoirs.
Lake Erie’s South Bass Island Draws Walleye Anglers
With ice forming around South Bass Island, Griffing Flying Service has already begun ferrying eager fishermen to the area, where they’re targeting walleye and yellow perch. As ice continues to thicken, more anglers are expected to arrive for prime fishing conditions.
For those looking to stay for an extended fishing trip, restaurants and hotels in Put-in-Bay remain open. Round-trip airfare to South Bass Island is $100, and anglers can book flights through Griffing Air Service (419-734-5400 or flygriffing.com).
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