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In this Issue of: Mentor Local Buzz 🐝

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 📢 Local Events from Mentor & the Area: MentorLocalBuzz.com/Events!

 📰 Local News: 📰 Lake County’s April 30 Volunteer Fair to Spotlight Local Service Opportunities

 🚧 Sidewalk Repairs to Cause Lane Closures at Mentor & Heisley Intersection

🛜 Mentor Upgrades Website Hosting: Temporary Downtime Expected

 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Special Section: The Pet Corner: 🐶 Probiotics Could Be the Key to Easing Dog Allergies, Say Researchers

⚾ Sports: 🥎 Cardinals Blank Mustangs 3-0 Behind Belviso’s 10-Strikeouts

⚾ Holliday’s Grand Slam Sparks Orioles in 9-1 Rout of Guardians

 🤔 Trivia Question

 🤣 Something Funny

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📰 Lake County’s April 30 Volunteer Fair to Spotlight Local Service Opportunities

The Lake County Volunteer Network, alongside several community partners, is hosting a Community Volunteer Fair on April 30 at Lakeland Community College. The event will run from noon to 4:30 p.m. in the H Building Atrium on campus at 7700 Clocktower Drive in Kirtland. Parking will be available near the H Building for attendees.

Organized in collaboration with the Lake County Board of Developmental Disabilities, United Way of Lake County, Mentor Public Library, and Willoughby-Eastlake Public Library, the fair aims to connect residents with meaningful volunteer opportunities throughout Lake and Geauga counties.

The fair will serve as a hub for nonprofit and government organizations to engage directly with community members, highlight their programs, and foster new volunteer partnerships. Dozens of agencies are expected to participate, including Lake Metroparks, Lifeline, Lake County Council on Aging, Project Hope for the Homeless, Birthright Lake Inc., Lake County Free Clinic, and Ohio Living, among others.

Nonprofit and government agencies interested in participating must register online by April 21. Participation is free, and confirmations will be sent by email. Set-up for registered organizations begins at 11 a.m. on the day of the event.

The Lake County Volunteer Network is a coalition of nonprofits, community partners, and residents dedicated to encouraging volunteerism and supporting positive change across Lake and Geauga counties.

For further details, interested parties can reach out to Cristen Kane at [email protected] or call 440-350-5360.

🚧 Sidewalk Repairs to Cause Lane Closures at Mentor & Heisley Intersection

Sidewalk repair work is set to take place at the intersection of Mentor Avenue and Heisley Road/Chillicothe Road on Thursday, April 17, and Friday, April 18, 2025. The repairs will be carried out between 7:00 AM and 3:00 PM on both days.

During the project, motorists should anticipate intermittent lane closures in the area, which may lead to delays. Pedestrians are also encouraged to use caution near the work zone and follow any posted detour signage.

City officials recommend planning alternate routes or allowing extra travel time while the repairs are underway.

Source: cityofmentor.com

🛜 Mentor Upgrades Website Hosting: Temporary Downtime Expected

The City of Mentor is currently in the process of upgrading its website hosting services to enhance both speed and security for users. As part of this transition, residents and visitors may experience brief, intermittent downtime across several city-affiliated websites over the coming days.

Websites affected by the migration include:

• The City of Mentor’s main website

• Mentor Rocks

• Mentor Means Business

• Mentor Senior Center

• MEACO

• Black Brook Golf Course

• Mentor Community Recreation Center

• Mentor Ice Arena

City officials appreciate the public’s patience during this necessary upgrade, which is aimed at delivering a faster and more reliable online experience.

Anyone needing assistance during periods of downtime is encouraged to reach out to the city directly by calling (440) 255-1100 or emailing [email protected].

🐶 Probiotics Could Be the Key to Easing Dog Allergies, Say Researchers

Pet owners are increasingly turning to probiotics as a natural way to help manage their dogs’ allergies—and for good reason. Emerging research shows that introducing beneficial bacteria early in a dog’s life can significantly reduce their chances of developing severe allergic reactions.

The latest studies point to the power of specific probiotic strains, especially Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG, in moderating allergic responses. When given to puppies as young as three weeks old, this strain has been shown to reduce allergic symptoms and lower IgE antibody levels, which are responsible for many common skin and respiratory allergy issues in dogs.

Probiotics work by promoting a balanced immune system and reducing inflammation throughout the body. This dual effect helps prevent the immune system from overreacting to harmless substances in the environment—something that’s especially useful for dogs prone to environmental or seasonal allergies.

Among the top-performing strains is Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG, which supports skin health and reduces inflammation. Bacillus velezensis/subtilis also stands out due to its durability and ability to thrive in the digestive system, which makes it effective at creating and maintaining a healthier gut environment.

This gut-health connection is central to understanding how probiotics help with allergies. A healthier gut microbiome can reshape the immune system’s response to allergens, shifting the balance toward beneficial bacteria while reducing harmful ones.

For dog owners considering probiotics, dosage matters. Younger dogs generally require lower amounts—around 2 grams daily—while senior dogs may benefit from up to 10 grams per day. It’s also important to work with a veterinarian, especially if the dog has a weakened immune system or is undergoing immunosuppressive treatment.

The long-term benefits are particularly promising. Early probiotic use appears to offer lasting immune support and potentially reduces the risk of chronic allergy issues as dogs age. With quality products and the right professional guidance, probiotics can become a powerful part of a dog’s overall allergy management strategy.

Read the Full Article at heropethealth.com.au

🥎 Cardinals Blank Mustangs 3-0 Behind Belviso’s 10-Strikeout Performance

The Mentor Cardinals girls softball team shut out the Strongsville Mustangs 3-0 on Monday, jumping out to an early lead and riding strong pitching the rest of the way.

Mentor struck quickly, scoring all three of its runs in the first two innings. The Cardinals collected seven hits, with standout performances from Kathryn Bouffard, who went 2-for-2 with a triple, an RBI, and a run scored, and Maddie Menough, who added two singles and scored once. Aubree Colõn chipped in with a triple, and Sophia Smalley contributed a double.

Strongsville managed five hits but couldn’t bring a run home against the dominant pitching of Addison Belviso. The Cardinals' ace threw a complete-game shutout, striking out 10 while allowing just one walk.

The victory improves Mentor's overall record to 7-6 and a perfect 5-0 in conference play. The Cardinals will look to keep the momentum going when they host Eastlake North on Monday.

⚾ Holliday’s Grand Slam Sparks Orioles in 9-1 Rout of Guardians

The Baltimore Orioles cruised to a 9-1 win over the Cleveland Guardians on Wednesday night, fueled by a grand slam from Jackson Holliday and a strong outing by Dean Kremer.

Holliday ended an 0-for-17 slump with a towering second-inning blast into the bullpen, giving Baltimore a 4-0 lead. The bases were loaded on walks to Cedric Mullins and Ramón Urías and a single from Ryan Mountcastle.

Kremer, entering with an 8.16 ERA, turned in his best performance of the season, allowing just one run—a homer by Gabriel Arias—across 5 1/3 innings while giving up four hits.

Ramón Laureano added a solo homer in the seventh, and Ryan O’Hearn capped a four-run eighth with a long ball of his own. Cleveland loaded the bases in the eighth but came up empty.

The Orioles had some defensive lapses, though Heston Kjerstad made a crucial sliding catch in right-center to prevent extra bases and potential runs in the sixth.

Guardians starter Gavin Williams gave up five runs over 6 2/3 innings, struggling with control through four walks.

Baltimore will look to secure its first series win of the season in Thursday's finale, sending Tomoyuki Sugano to the mound against Tanner Bibee.

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🤣 Something Funny 🤣

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