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 📰 Local News: 🐟 Mentor’s Little Anglers Fishing Day Returns for a Fourth Cast of Family Fun

 🚨 Painesville Township Man Found Dead After SWAT Standoff; Dog Also Killed

 📰 Mentor Residents Invited to Weigh In on Future Growth at October 1 Meeting

👪 The Home Front: 🏠 Homeowners Invest in Renovations, Ignoring Noise

 🏈 Sports: 🏈 Browns Should Turn the Page and Start Dillon Gabriel Now

 🤔 Trivia Question

 🤣 Something Funny

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🐟 Mentor’s Little Anglers Fishing Day Returns for a Fourth Cast of Family Fun

Mentor’s Little Anglers Fishing Day Returns for a Fourth Year

Mentor’s Natural Resources Division is hosting its fourth annual Little Anglers Fishing Day on Saturday, September 27, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Springbrook Gardens Park.

Open to kids 13 and under with an accompanying adult, the event offers a hands-on introduction to fishing. The city will provide fishing poles, bait, and a prize for the biggest catch of the day.

The event kicks off with a short educational session on pond ecosystems, fish identification, and basic fishing techniques. Kids will then practice casting before heading to the pond to try their luck along the boardwalk and shoreline.

Staff will be on hand to assist with baiting hooks, releasing fish, and offering guidance. Parents are encouraged to fish alongside their children, making it a shared experience.

The program has grown each year, fueled by word-of-mouth and promotion through Mentor’s “Mentor Nature” Facebook page. Families appreciate the personal instruction and friendly competition, with bluegill being a favorite catch among young anglers.

Registration is required, with a $10 fee. Space is limited. To sign up, call 440-974-5720.

🚨 Painesville Township Man Found Dead After SWAT Standoff; Dog Also Killed

A man was found dead inside his Painesville Township home following a tense SWAT standoff on Sunday evening, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office.

Deputies initially responded to a residence on Coventry Drive on Sunday around 5:47 p.m. after reports of gunfire inside the home. The situation reportedly began during an argument between the man and a family member, during which multiple gunshots were fired. Two dogs were shot, and while one injured dog and the family member managed to escape safely, authorities believed another dog remained inside and was likely dead.

Unable to make contact with the man, law enforcement activated the Lake County Sheriff’s Office Regional SWAT Team. Streets surrounding the residence were shut down, and nearby homes were evacuated as a safety precaution.

When SWAT officers eventually entered the home, they discovered the man deceased from what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound. They also located a dead dog inside the property.

By 8:40 p.m., roads in the area were reopened after the scene was secured. The incident remains under active investigation.

Read More at wkyc.com

📰 Mentor Residents Invited to Weigh In on Future Growth at October 1 Planning Meeting

Mentor Invites Public Input on City’s Future Growth at October 1 Land Use Planning Meeting

The City of Mentor is hosting a public meeting on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, as part of its ongoing efforts to update the 2025 Comprehensive Land Use Plan. The event will take place from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM at the Springbrook Gardenhouse, located at 6776 Heisley Road.

Residents will be invited to explore and comment on proposed land use models that outline potential areas for future residential and commercial development across the city. The meeting is designed to give the community a direct voice in shaping how Mentor grows over the coming years.

The evening will begin with a 20-minute presentation that introduces the proposed plans and strategies. A brief question-and-answer session will follow, after which attendees will be encouraged to provide their feedback and ideas. To close the event, facilitators will share key themes and comments that emerged during the session.

This interactive meeting is open to all Mentor residents, and city officials are encouraging strong public turnout. More information is available at helpshapementor.com, or by contacting the city’s Planning Department at (440) 974-5740 or [email protected].

🏠 Homeowners Invest in Renovations, Ignoring Economic Noise

U.S. Homeowners Boost Spending on Renovations

American homeowners are increasingly turning to home renovation projects, choosing to invest in their current spaces rather than move amid a cooling housing market and elevated interest rates. This growing trend is providing a lift to home improvement retailers and keeping the remodeling industry resilient.

In April, sales at building materials and garden supply stores rose by 0.8% compared to the previous month—the largest monthly gain since 2022—and saw a 3.2% increase over the same time last year. These numbers stand in sharp contrast to overall U.S. retail sales, which only edged up by 0.1% in the same period.

Rising costs haven’t deterred homeowners. According to Verisk’s Remodel Index, the price of home repairs and remodeling climbed nearly 4% in the first quarter compared to last year. These increases are largely attributed to higher labor costs, rather than tariffs or supply chain disruptions.

Home Depot has reassured customers that it doesn’t expect to raise prices due to tariffs, thanks to diversified sourcing strategies. However, the company noted that fewer customers are committing to major remodels like kitchens and bathrooms—possibly due to higher borrowing costs.

Still, the desire to enhance existing homes remains strong. Many homeowners locked in historically low mortgage rates during the pandemic, making them hesitant to sell now, with rates hovering around 7%. Instead of taking on new loans, these homeowners are choosing to upgrade their current homes, enhancing comfort and value without the burden of higher monthly payments.

The aging housing stock is also contributing to the uptick in renovations. Nearly half of U.S. owner-occupied homes were built before 1980, with a median age of 41 years. As these homes age, maintenance and modernization projects become more pressing, spurring consistent demand for home improvement services.

Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies (JCHS) projects that renovation spending will continue to climb. In the first quarter of this year, homeowners spent $513 billion on home improvement and maintenance—up 0.5% from last year. The Center anticipates that figure will grow to $526 billion by the first quarter of next year, marking a 2.5% increase.

With rising home values and stable job markets supporting consumer confidence, many Americans are choosing to reinvest in their homes—adding fresh life to familiar spaces.

Read more at apnews.com 

🏈 Browns Should Turn the Page and Start Dillon Gabriel Now

Why It's Time for the Browns to Start Dillon Gabriel

With the Cleveland Browns off to a 1–3 start, it's becoming clear that veteran quarterback Joe Flacco isn’t the long-term answer. While he delivered a comeback win over the Packers, his overall performance has lacked the spark needed to carry the offense. With playoff hopes fading, the Browns should shift focus to development — starting with rookie quarterback Dillon Gabriel.

Drafted in the third round, Gabriel quickly moved up the depth chart, beating out fellow rookie Shedeur Sanders and veteran Kenny Pickett, who was traded to the Raiders. Though third-round quarterbacks typically sit, Cleveland isn’t in a position to wait. With Flacco likely gone after this season, now is the time to see what Gabriel can offer.

Other teams, like the Giants, have already turned to rookie signal-callers with positive results. Cleveland has a similar opportunity in its upcoming matchup against the Vikings in London — a chance for Gabriel to gain experience and show if he can be part of the team's future.

If Gabriel performs well, the Browns can use their draft capital — including two first-rounders from the Travis Hunter trade — to build around him. If he struggles, they can pivot to evaluate Sanders. Either way, the team gains clarity.

Starting Gabriel could also open trade possibilities before the November 4 deadline, particularly involving Sanders. But more importantly, it helps answer the franchise’s ongoing quarterback question. Gabriel may or may not be the long-term solution, but the Browns won’t know unless he plays — and continuing with Flacco only delays that decision.

Read More at apnews.com

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