In this Issue of: Mentor Local Buzz 🐝

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

 📰 Local News: 🔬 Shore Middle Students Explore Forensics with Local Police Officer Childs

 📱 Mentor Deactivates City App, Promotes Emergency Alert System

 📰 UPDATE: Driver Rescued After Crashing Into Ravine Off I-90 in Lake County

 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Health & Wellness: 🚶9 Surprising Benefits of Stretching for Body and Mind

⚾ Sports: ⚾ Ohtani Hits 20th Homer as Dodgers Down Guardians 9–5

⚾ Cougars Dominate Northwest 9-1 to Advance in State Playoffs

 🤔 Trivia Question

 🤣 Something Funny

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🔬 Shore Middle Students Explore Forensics with Local Police Officer Childs

Eighth grade science students at Shore Middle School recently received a hands-on lesson in crime scene investigation, thanks to a special classroom visit from Officer Childs. As part of their unit on evidence collection, students learned firsthand about the real-world application of scientific principles in law enforcement.

Officer Childs, who not only serves as a patrol officer but also works as an Evidence Technician, gave students a detailed overview of his role in processing crime scenes. He explained the significance of proper evidence handling and demonstrated some of the specialized tools and techniques used in the field.

The visit offered students a unique perspective on how science plays a vital role in solving crimes, reinforcing their classroom learning with engaging, practical insights. The school continues to foster educational enrichment by connecting academic topics with real-world careers.

We’re so thankful for our local police officers!

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📱 Mentor Deactivates City App, Promotes Emergency Alert System

The City of Mentor has deactivated its mobile app for Apple and Android devices, following a wave of resident inquiries. The app, which launched in 2015, was removed in April after it became outdated and redundant.

Its main feature—push notifications—was replaced in 2020 by the Lake County Emergency Management Agency's Wireless Emergency Alert System (WENS). WENS offers real-time notifications via text, email, or voice for emergencies, weather alerts, road closures, and more. Residents can customize alerts by selecting specific communities like Mentor during the quick sign-up process.

City officials recommend deleting the old app and instead bookmarking www.cityofmentor.com for easy access to updates.

The Mentor Channel App remains active and is available for download at www.thementorchannel.com.

📰 UPDATE: Driver Rescued After Crashing Into Ravine Off I-90 in Lake County

Authorities have released new information about the Memorial Day crash on Interstate 90 in Lake County that caused major traffic disruptions and required a complex rescue operation.

The incident unfolded around 5:15 p.m. Monday near Vrooman Road in Leroy Township. A westbound vehicle was reportedly driving erratically when it collided with a semi-truck. The impact sent the vehicle off the roadway, through a guardrail and chain-link fence, before plunging into a ravine. The car came to rest roughly 80 to 100 feet down the slope, suspended approximately 15 to 20 feet above Paine Creek.

Leroy Township fire crews reached the vehicle by 5:40 p.m. and initiated a technical rescue. By 6:51 p.m., the driver was safely extricated and lifted to the roadside using a specialized hauling system. A medical helicopter transported the individual to MetroHealth Medical Center in Cleveland. As of now, the driver’s condition remains unknown.

Once the rescue was completed, the scene was turned over to law enforcement and a recovery crew from Bob’s Garage to retrieve the vehicle.

The crash prompted widespread traffic delays in both directions on I-90. Emergency response teams temporarily closed lanes to accommodate the rescue effort, with the eastbound lanes used as a staging area. Motorists were diverted onto Vrooman Road, causing backups that stretched toward Concord. Westbound traffic was halted at State Route 528 near Madison, leading to significant congestion extending into Ashtabula County.

Despite the challenging terrain and heavy holiday traffic, fire officials noted the operation went smoothly, crediting coordinated efforts among emergency responders for a successful rescue.

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🚶 9 Surprising Benefits of Stretching for Your Body and Mind

Stretching is more than just a warm-up or cool-down routine—it’s a powerful practice with wide-ranging benefits for your body and mind. Incorporating regular stretching into your daily or weekly schedule can help improve flexibility, reduce pain, and enhance overall physical performance.

🧘 9 Proven Benefits of Stretching

1. Boosts Flexibility
Improved flexibility supports ease in everyday movements and can delay the natural decline in mobility that often comes with aging.

2. Expands Range of Motion
A better range of motion in your joints allows for more freedom and functionality. Consistent stretching helps preserve and even improve joint mobility over time.

3. Enhances Physical Performance
Dynamic stretches before activity can prepare your muscles for movement, potentially boosting performance in workouts and sports.

4. Promotes Better Circulation
Stretching encourages increased blood flow to muscles, which can help reduce soreness and speed up recovery, especially after intense exercise.

5. Improves Posture
Targeted stretching of tight muscles, especially when combined with strengthening exercises, can alleviate musculoskeletal imbalances and help improve alignment and posture.

6. Supports Back Health
Tight muscles often contribute to back pain. Regular stretching—especially of the hips, hamstrings, and lower back—can reduce pain, prevent strain, and promote healing.

7. Reduces Stress
Tension tends to build up in areas like the neck, shoulders, and upper back. Stretching these areas can help release that tension and foster relaxation.

8. Calms the Mind
Stretching routines, especially when combined with breathing or mindfulness techniques, can be mentally soothing and act as a form of active meditation.

9. Relieves Tension Headaches
By addressing muscle tension caused by stress, stretching can help alleviate and prevent tension headaches, supporting overall wellness when combined with rest and hydration.

✅ How to Start a Stretching Routine

If you’re new to stretching, start gradually. Focus on learning proper form and avoid pushing your body too far. Begin with five to ten minutes of stretching each day, paying attention to key areas such as:

• Calves

• Hamstrings

• Hip flexors

• Quadriceps

• Shoulders

• Neck

• Lower back

Exercise Days:

• Before workout: 5–10 minutes of dynamic stretching.

• After workout: 5–10 minutes of static or PNF stretching.

Non-exercise Days: Schedule at least 5–10 minutes for full-body stretching to maintain flexibility and reduce tightness.

⚠️ Safety Tips and Risks

While stretching is generally safe, consider these precautions:

• Avoid stretching to the point of pain.

• Don’t overstretch—muscles need rest too.

• Never stretch cold muscles; warm up first with light cardio.

• If you have an injury or physical limitation, consult a healthcare provider or physical therapist before starting a new routine.

🧾 Takeaway

Stretching can be a powerful addition to your wellness routine, improving flexibility, reducing discomfort, enhancing performance, and calming your mind. With the right approach and consistency, it can support both your physical and mental health in meaningful ways.

⚾ Ohtani Hits 20th Homer as Dodgers Down Guardians 9–5

Shohei Ohtani continued his power surge Tuesday night, belting his major league-leading 20th home run to help the Los Angeles Dodgers defeat the Cleveland Guardians 9–5 at Progressive Field.

The home run, a towering shot off a cutter from Guardians starter Tanner Bibee, came in the fourth inning and gave the Dodgers a 4–0 lead. Ohtani has now homered in three consecutive games—his second such streak this season and 10th since joining MLB in 2018.

Michael Conforto and Max Muncy also homered for Los Angeles. Muncy delivered a key blow in the ninth with a three-run homer that extended the lead to 9–3. The blast came off reliever Nic Enright, appearing in just his second major league game after a recovery from Hodgkin lymphoma.

Dustin May picked up the win for the Dodgers, striking out a season-high nine batters and allowing three runs over five innings. The win marked his second straight.

Daniel Schneemann put Cleveland on the board with a three-run homer in the fourth. José Ramírez added a base hit in the same inning, extending his hitting streak to 20 games—the longest active streak in the majors.

Ohtani became just the third player in Dodgers history to reach 20 home runs within the team’s first 55 games of a season, joining Gil Hodges (1951) and Cody Bellinger (2019).

The Guardians have now lost three in a row.

Dodgers veteran Clayton Kershaw (0–0, 7.50 ERA) is scheduled to make his third start of the season. Cleveland’s Slade Cecconi had been lined up to pitch but is delayed due to right groin tightness.

Read More, See Highlights at espn.com

⚾ Cougars Dominate Northwest 9-1 to Advance in State Playoffs

The Lake Catholic Cougars advanced in the OHSAA Baseball State Playoffs with a commanding 9-1 victory over the Northwest Indians in Canal Fulton. Despite falling behind early after Northwest plated a run in the second inning, the Cougars stormed back with scoring drives in four consecutive innings, from the third through the sixth, to take full control of the game.

Lake Catholic’s offense was firing on all cylinders. Brayden Mann delivered a strong performance, going 2-for-3 with two RBIs and two runs scored. Danny Locker was perfect at the plate, finishing 2-for-2 with two walks and an RBI. Pete Malchesky contributed a double and drove in three runs, while Micah Nytrae and Tyler Hribar each added doubles to the team's hit tally.

Patience at the plate also paid off, as the Cougars capitalized on 10 walks issued by Northwest's pitching staff.

On the mound, starter Shea Sievers pitched four efficient innings, allowing just one unearned run on two hits while striking out two. Relievers Patrick Radigan and Frankie Trinetti closed out the final three innings, combining for five strikeouts and securing the win with a strong bullpen performance.

Lake Catholic improved its season record to 20-4 and will face Holy Name at home in the next round of the playoffs. First pitch is scheduled for 5 p.m. tomorrow.

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