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 📰 Local News: 🛣️ Mentor Interchange Project Gets Green Light with $3M Grant

 🦟 Mosquito Surge Alarms Headlands Residents as City Responds

 📰 Lake County Launches Major Repair of 100-Year-Old Mentor Harbor Walls

 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The Pet Corner: 🐕 Health First: Majority of Pet Owners Planned a Wellness Reset for Themselves and Their Pets in 2025

⚾ Sports: ⚾ Suzuki, Crow-Armstrong Deliver as Cubs Hand Guardians Sixth Straight Loss

⚾ Lake County Rolls Past Dayton 9–2 Behind Gomez and Big Bats

 🤔 Trivia Question

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🛣️ Mentor Interchange Project Gets Green Light with $3M Grant

The Ohio Department of Transportation’s Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) has approved $319.3 million in funding for 14 major infrastructure projects across the state, including a key transportation upgrade in Mentor.

Among the projects funded through ODOT’s Major New Capacity Program—designed for developments over $12 million that are vital to mobility, economic growth, and quality of life—is the expansion of the state Route 615 and Interstate 90 interchange.

Mentor will receive approximately $3 million from the council to support planning and design efforts. The project involves widening the Center Street Bridge over I-90 and adding one lane to each of the exit ramps connecting I-90 to Route 615. These improvements are intended to alleviate current congestion and accommodate future traffic increases.

Mentor City Council authorized both the grant application and the required 20% local funding match. ODOT will cover 80% of the project’s total estimated cost.

City officials are now working with ODOT to finalize a project timeline. The engineering department is leading the coordination and planning efforts.

🦟 Mosquito Surge Alarms Headlands Residents as City Responds

Mentor is currently facing a noticeable uptick in mosquito activity, with residents—particularly those in the Headlands neighborhood—voicing growing concern over the increased presence of the pests.

In response, the city has reached out to the Lake County General Health District (LCGHD), the agency responsible for monitoring and managing mosquito populations. LCGHD is now assessing options to combat the problem, including expanding the scope and frequency of their mosquito spraying operations.

While health officials work on long-term solutions, residents are being urged to take immediate, preventive steps on their own properties. These include using mosquito treatment products as directed, wearing long-sleeved clothing and pants to minimize exposure, and eliminating any sources of standing water, which are common mosquito breeding sites.

Relief may ultimately come with a change in weather, particularly when the area’s high humidity levels drop.

The city will continue to update residents with spray schedules and any new developments from LCGHD. For more information on mosquito control efforts, residents can visit www.lcghd.org/mosquito-control or call (440) 350-2543.

📰 Lake County Launches Major Repair of 100-Year-Old Mentor Harbor Walls

Mentor Harbor Wall Restoration Project Moves Ahead

Lake County commissioners have approved a $66,666 contract with Shoreline Contractors to begin restoration work on the aging channel walls at Mentor Harbor. Project oversight will be provided by Mannik and Smith Group of Shaker Heights.

The project, managed by the Lake Development Authority (LDA), is part of the county’s coastal improvement efforts. Funding includes a 2% hotel lodging tax and allocations from the state. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources contributed $500,000 for design and $3 million for construction through House Bill 45, with another $3 million secured from the Department of Development under House Bill 33.

The 100-year-old walls will be stabilized with stone, and a sunken barge will be removed. Two stone cribs will also be installed to reduce wave impact, enhancing safety for local marinas such as the Mentor Harbor Yachting Club and city docks.

With engineering and permitting now complete, construction is expected to be finished by November. Officials say the upgrades are key to maintaining safe, long-term access to Lake Erie for boaters and the community.

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🐕 Health First: Majority of Pet Owners Planned a Wellness Reset for Themselves and Their Pets in 2025

As 2025 begins, many pet owners are focusing on wellness—both for themselves and their animals. A recent survey shows that 77% plan a personal health reset this year, and 69% are also prioritizing their pets’ health.

Financial stress is a major factor behind this shift. In 2024, just over half of pet owners were financially prepared for unexpected health issues, a sharp drop from the year before. These emergencies averaged $560 in cost. Less than half feel ready to handle a medical emergency in 2025, leading many to focus more on preventive care.

The survey also found waning interest in adopting new pets, with only 27% considering it in 2025 compared to 66% last year. However, the emotional connection with current pets remains strong and is the top factor influencing decisions around new pet adoption.

Despite rising costs, pet spending remains steady. Owners spent an average of $2,085 in 2024, with over a third expecting to spend more this year. Most don’t set formal budgets, and many say work and family schedules influence their pet care spending.

Emotional wellbeing is another consideration. Nearly half of owners feel anxious or sad about leaving pets behind during travel. Most prefer family-based care over sitters or boarding. Meanwhile, shared moments—such as playtime, quality time, and taking photos—have become increasingly cherished, with many reporting a deeper bond than in previous years.

Pet owners also shared key lessons learned, from routine vet visits and emergency preparedness to appreciating pets' loyalty and emotional insight. As 2025 unfolds, many are choosing to invest in preventive care, insurance, and quality time—hoping to improve their pets' lives while strengthening their own connection to them.

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⚾ Suzuki, Crow-Armstrong Deliver as Cubs Hand Guardians Sixth Straight Loss

Pete Crow-Armstrong and Seiya Suzuki delivered key hits as the Chicago Cubs edged the Cleveland Guardians 5–4 on Wednesday night at Wrigley Field, marking their second straight win to open July.

Fresh off being named an All-Star starter for the first time, Crow-Armstrong had two hits and drove in a pair of runs. Suzuki added two hits of his own, including a critical two-run single, helping the Cubs rally from an early three-run deficit.

Chicago starter Shota Imanaga continued his solid return from a hamstring injury, earning his second straight win. He allowed three runs over 5 1/3 innings while striking out four. Cleveland’s Tanner Bibee struggled on the mound, giving up five earned runs in just four innings.

The Guardians jumped ahead with back-to-back solo home runs from Carlos Santana and Lane Thomas to open the second inning. David Fry added another homer in the third to make it 3–0, but Chicago responded quickly. Suzuki's run-scoring double and Crow-Armstrong's RBI single in the third inning got the Cubs on the board. The following inning, Suzuki delivered again with a two-run single, and Crow-Armstrong’s triple pushed the Cubs ahead 5–3.

Cleveland added a run on a Steven Kwan sacrifice fly in the ninth, but Daniel Palencia shut the door to earn his 10th save of the season.

The loss extended Cleveland’s skid to six games, dropping them to 40–44. The Cubs improved to 51–35 and remain atop the NL Central.

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⚾ Lake County Rolls Past Dayton 9–2 Behind Gomez and Big Bats

The Lake County Captains continued their dominance over the Dayton Dragons on Wednesday night, securing a 9–2 victory to follow up their 10–5 win the night before. With this latest triumph, the Captains have now taken back-to-back games in commanding fashion.

Right-hander Yorman Gomez improved to a perfect 7–0 on the season, delivering a solid outing on the mound. Gomez allowed just one run on two hits across five innings, walking two and striking out five. His ERA now stands at 3.31, as he continues to be a consistent force for the Captains.

Lake County took the lead in the second inning when Esteban González lined a single to center field, scoring Ralphy Velazquez to make it 1–0. After Dayton tied the game in the third, the Captains surged ahead in the fourth thanks to a clutch three-run double by Juan Benjamin, putting them up 4–1.

The Captains’ offense didn’t slow down. Johnny Ascanio launched his third home run of the season in the sixth, extending the lead to 7–2. Jose Devers added his eighth homer of the year in the seventh with a solo shot to left center, capping off the scoring for Lake County.

The Dragons struggled to generate offense, managing just two runs and falling further below .500. Lake County, meanwhile, continues to build momentum in the second half of the season, powered by a deep lineup and a reliable pitching staff.

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