In this Mentor Local Buzz Issue…

☁️ Weather: Mostly Cloudy - Temps 29-31

 🎉 Events: 50+ Live Events. Direct Link to Mentor Live Events

 📰 Local News:  🧊 Lake Erie Nearly Frozen Over as Cold Snap Grips Great Lakes

♻️ Mentor Releases 2025 Waste & Recycling Collection Schedule

 📰 Del Monti's and Community Support Raise $1,505 for Little Annie’s Hope Train

 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Special Section: Travel & Discovery: 🛣️ Discover Ohio’s History: Seven Sites Perfect for a Winter Road Trip

 🏀 Sports: 🏀 Mentor Cardinals Soar to Victory Over Euclid Panthers, 88-70

 🏀 Lady Cardinals Crush Panthers 55-12 in Conference Showdown

 🏀 Webb's 25 Points Lead Cougars to Victory Over Holy Name, 69-62

 🤔 Trivia Question

 🤣 Something Funny

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👉 Mentor Live Events 👈
Jan 26-28

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🧊 Lake Erie Nearly Frozen Over as Cold Snap Grips Great Lakes

After a stretch of bitterly cold weather, ice has rapidly formed across the Great Lakes, with Lake Erie nearing complete freeze-over. As of January 23, 2025, ice coverage across the Great Lakes had reached nearly 26%, a dramatic increase from last winter's historic low levels.

Lake Erie, the shallowest of the five lakes, saw the most significant ice accumulation, with more than 85% of its surface frozen. The sudden ice surge even trapped a Canadian freighter near Buffalo, requiring assistance from U.S. Coast Guard icebreakers.

This marks a stark contrast to February 2024, when ice coverage hit a record low of just 2.7% due to unseasonably warm winter temperatures. Historically, ice coverage peaks between mid-February and early March, with deeper lakes like Superior and Michigan taking longer to reach their maximum freeze.

While this year’s ice levels are higher than last year, they remain well below the record set in 1979, when the Great Lakes were nearly 95% covered in ice. Individual records vary by lake, with Lake Superior freezing completely only once since 1973, in 1996.

In contrast, some of the lowest ice years were recorded in 2002 and 2012, with coverage dipping as low as 1.9% for Lake Ontario in 2012.

With cold temperatures persisting, ice coverage could continue to expand, potentially impacting winter navigation and weather patterns across the region.

Read the Full Article at yahoo.com

♻️ Mentor Releases 2025 Waste & Recycling Collection Schedule

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.

Download the 2025 Waste & Recycling Collection Schedule for Mentor

📰 Del Monti's and Community Support Raise $1,505 for Little Annie’s Hope Train

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who visited the Nutcracker display at the Great Lakes Mall and contributed to our holiday fundraising effort. For the second consecutive year, Del Monti's is honored to present a check for $1,505 to Little Annie’s Hope Train. This donation was collected through the generosity of visitors at our Nutcracker Display Store, which featured my personal collection of over 1,300 nutcrackers.

Your support has made a meaningful impact in helping the homeless, and we deeply appreciate every donation made. Thank you for your kindness and generosity during the holiday season!

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🛣️ Discover Ohio’s History: Seven Sites Perfect for a Winter Road Trip

As winter settles in, the urge to escape the house can grow stronger. Fortunately, Ohio offers plenty of historic sites that provide an engaging and educational experience for visitors of all ages. Whether you’re interested in aviation, presidential history, African American heritage, or industrial innovation, these seven destinations make for the perfect winter road trip.

1. Armstrong Air & Space Museum, Wapakoneta

Dedicated to Ohio’s rich aviation and space exploration history, this museum showcases artifacts from Neil Armstrong’s career, including two aircraft he piloted, the Gemini VIII space capsule, and a moon rock. Visitors can also browse the gift shop for unique souvenirs like space ice cream.

2. Campus Martius, Marietta

This museum highlights Ohio’s earliest settlement, featuring the Ohio Company Land Office—considered the state’s oldest building—and the Rufus Putnam House. Exhibits trace the journey of settlers and later industrial migrations within Ohio.

3. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Fremont

This site includes the nation's first presidential library, the restored Victorian mansion of President Rutherford B. Hayes, and a museum filled with artifacts from his life, the Civil War, and U.S. presidential history. The estate also serves as the final resting place for Hayes and his wife, Lucy.

4. National Afro-American Museum & Cultural Center, Wilberforce

Home to one of the largest collections of African American artifacts in the country, this museum features exhibits on key historical figures, including Alex Haley, Gregory Hines, and Buffalo Soldiers. It also houses a vast Black doll collection and materials from the Black Arts Movement.

5. Ohio History Center, Columbus

Ohio’s state history museum offers exhibits on topics ranging from the Civil War and WWI to 1950s culture and natural history. The newest exhibit, Indigenous Wonders of Our World, explores the region’s Native American heritage.

6. Warren G. Harding Presidential Sites, Marion

The restored home of President Warren G. Harding provides insight into his 1920 “Front Porch Campaign” and personal life. The newly opened presidential library and museum showcases artifacts from his presidency, and his memorial is located nearby.

7. Youngstown Historical Center of Industry & Labor, Youngstown

This museum chronicles Youngstown’s steel industry, displaying tools, clothing, photographs, and life-sized recreations of steel mills and worker housing. The exhibits provide a glimpse into the lives of the city’s steelworkers and the industry’s lasting impact.

For those looking to escape the winter blues while learning more about Ohio’s rich history, these sites offer an ideal getaway. Be sure to check hours and availability before planning your visit.

See the original article at ohiohistory.org for links to the locations above.

🏀 Mentor Cardinals Soar to Victory Over Euclid Panthers, 88-70

In a thrilling conference showdown, the Mentor Cardinals secured a decisive victory over the Euclid Panthers with a final score of 88-70 this past Friday night. The game kicked off with Mentor establishing a dominant early lead, outscoring Euclid 19-9 in the first quarter. Although the Panthers narrowed the gap to 42-36 by halftime, the Cardinals regained control in the second half, extending their lead to 67-54 by the end of the third quarter and closing the game 17 points ahead.

Kobe Frasure-Azzano starred for Mentor, delivering an outstanding performance with 25 points, shooting an impressive 63% from the field, and grabbing 11 rebounds, including seven offensive ones. His contribution also included 3 steals and 2 blocks. Marcus Sierputowski also shone brightly, adding 18 points, 5 assists, and securing 4 rebounds and 2 steals. Freshman sensation Jack Kennedy continued to make his mark, scoring 15 points, dishing out 7 assists, and capturing 5 steals.

Also, supporting the team's effort, Ayo Olulami and Tony Katava contributed 11 and 12 points, respectively. The team's defensive prowess was on full display with a total of 19 steals, led by Dominic Baroni with six.

This victory improved the Mentor Cardinals’ season record to 9-4 overall, with a 4-3 tally in conference play. The Cardinals continue to show growth as a unit, promising an exciting rest of the season ahead.

🏀 Lady Cardinals Crush Panthers 55-12 in Conference Showdown

The Mentor Lady Cardinals showcased their dominance in a stunning 55-12 victory over the Euclid Panthers in last night's conference matchup. The game was controlled by Mentor from the opening tip-off to the final whistle, underscoring their prowess on the court.

Nina Rodriguez led the charge for the Lady Cardinals, contributing across the board with 12 points, 7 rebounds, 3 assists, 5 steals, and an efficiency rating of +16, highlighting her all-around game. Sophia Stouffer matched Rodriguez with 7 rebounds, bolstering the team's defensive efforts.

A special moment of the game was sophomore Julia Eisert scoring her first career varsity basket, a milestone that was enthusiastically celebrated by teammates and fans alike.

With this win, Mentor's record improves to an impressive 13-4 overall and 6-2 in conference play. The Lady Cardinals look to carry their winning momentum into their next game against Medina on January 29th.

🏀 Webb's 25 Points Lead Cougars to Victory Over Holy Name, 69-62

In a hard-fought basketball matchup in Parma Heights this past Friday, the Lake Catholic Cougars clinched a victory against the Holy Name Green Wave with a final score of 69-62. This win marks a significant stride in their season, improving the Cougars' record to 8-5 overall and 3-2 in conference play.

Aiden Webb emerged as the top scorer of the night, putting up an impressive 25 points to lead the team's offensive efforts. Ace Peterlin also played a crucial role, contributing 15 points to help secure the win for the Cougars.

This victory positions the Lake Catholic Cougars as a team to watch as they continue to build on their success.

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