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 📰 Local News: 📰 Mentor to Host Veterans Day Ceremony with Keynote by Retired Brigadier General

 🚨 Mentor Police Probe Leads to Prison Term in 2024 Overdose Case

📺 Mentor Channel Now Streaming in HD on All Major Devices

 📰 Mentor Water Tower Gets Vibrant Makeover with ‘Mentor Rocks’ Logo

 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The Pet Corner: 🐈 From Weight Gain to Life Strain: The Real Risks of Pet Obesity

 📈 Clear Path to Smart Business: ✅ Reputation Armor: The Power of Reviews

 🤔 Trivia Question

 🤣 Something Funny

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📰 Mentor to Host Veterans Day Ceremony with Keynote by Retired Brigadier General

Mentor to Honor Veterans with Annual Ceremony on November 11

The City of Mentor will hold its annual Veterans Day ceremony on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 11:11 a.m. at the Memorial Promenade in Mentor Municipal Cemetery, 6881 Hopkins Road.

Veterans Day, which began as Armistice Day in 1919, now honors all U.S. military veterans. The city invites the public to attend this tribute recognizing the service and sacrifice of America’s veterans.

This year’s keynote speaker is Brigadier General Peter Collins, USMC (Ret.), a Kirtland native with a decorated military and legal career. He holds degrees from the University of Mississippi, University of Memphis School of Law, and Tulane University. Over 28 years in the Marine Corps, he served in key legal roles, advising top military leaders on justice, operations, and international law.

His awards include three Legions of Merit, among others. After retiring, he held executive roles supporting service members and currently serves on the board of the Cuyahoga County Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument.

Local veteran groups are encouraged to participate. For more details, contact Kevin Cindric at (440) 974-5720 or [email protected].

The ceremony will be recorded for later broadcast on the Mentor Channel. If weather is poor, the event will move indoors to the Mentor Senior Center at 8484 Munson Road.

Source: cityofmentor.com

🚨 Mentor Police Probe Leads to Prison Term in 2024 Overdose Case

A Cleveland man has been sentenced to prison for his involvement in a fatal overdose that occurred in Lake County last year. Layshawn M. McKinney, 35, received a sentence ranging from seven to ten and a half years after admitting to drug-related charges in Lake County Common Pleas Court.

Authorities said McKinney sold narcotics that resulted in a deadly overdose on April 21, 2024. The investigation, led by the Mentor Police Department, ultimately tied him to the incident.

McKinney will serve his sentence at Lorain Correctional Institution in Grafton. Upon his release, he will remain under supervision for up to three additional years.

Source: cleveland.com

📺 Mentor Channel Now Streaming in HD on All Major Devices

For more than three decades, the Mentor Channel has kept residents connected to their local government, broadcasting city council and planning commission meetings along with a range of important civic content. Launched in 1990, the channel has evolved alongside technology to meet the changing needs of the community.

Recognizing that many households have moved away from traditional cable, the city introduced the Mentor Channel app ten years ago, offering streaming access across a variety of devices. Residents can now tune in live 24/7 on Apple, Android, Roku, and Amazon Fire platforms, enjoying high-definition video tailored for mobile viewing.

While the Mentor Channel continues to broadcast in standard definition on Spectrum (channel 1024) and AT&T U-verse (channel 99.9), viewers are encouraged to download the app for the best viewing experience.

Stay informed and engaged with what’s happening in Mentor by downloading the app or visiting www.thementorchannel.com for more information and access links.

📰 Mentor Water Tower Gets Vibrant Makeover with ‘Mentor Rocks’ Logo

The water tower on Reynolds Road in Mentor has undergone a colorful transformation. Located between Tyler Boulevard and Mentor Avenue, the tower now features a bold new design showcasing the "Mentor Rocks" logo. This fresh paint job celebrates the city’s popular summer concert series and adds a vibrant local touch to the skyline. The updated look aims to boost community pride and spotlight one of Mentor’s signature seasonal events.

🐈 From Weight Gain to Life Strain: The Real Risks of Pet Obesity

Pet Obesity Awareness Day Sheds Light on a Growing Health Concern for Local Pets

While many are busy preparing for Halloween, the second Wednesday of October drew attention to a different seasonal concern: pet obesity. This national awareness day serves as a reminder of the health risks associated with overweight pets—an issue that often goes unnoticed but can be life-threatening.

Veterinarians report that roughly three-quarters of the animals they examine are carrying extra weight. About 20% meet the criteria for obesity, defined as being 30% or more above an ideal body weight.

Though effects vary by animal, excess weight can disrupt nearly every major body system. It can slow digestion, impair metabolism, and put stress on the heart and lungs. Internal fat around the chest and abdomen can restrict blood flow and make breathing more difficult, especially during activity.

Obesity also affects organ function. It increases the risk of diabetes and worsens conditions like arthritis in older pets. Inflammation caused by extra weight can damage cartilage, making joints sore and movement painful. This discomfort often leads to inactivity, muscle loss, more weight gain, and a cycle that's hard to reverse without intervention.

Ultimately, carrying too much weight can shorten a pet’s life—sometimes significantly.

Experts recommend checking with a veterinary professional to determine whether your pet is at a healthy weight. Because size and structure can vary even within the same breed, what looks “normal” to an owner may not be healthy.

Maintaining a healthy weight involves more than cutting calories. The type of food, its nutritional balance, and how it fits into your pet’s health profile all play a role. Exercise is also important, but must be approached with care—especially if underlying health issues are present.

Before starting a new routine, a vet visit can help ensure it’s safe and effective. A professional can provide guidance on diet, treats, exercise options, and how to best support your pet’s long-term health.

Read or Watch the Video on Pet Obesity Here

✅ Reputation Armor: The Power of Customer Reviews

Bulletproof Your Local Business with Customer Reviews

In today’s digital world, your reputation is often shaped before customers ever walk through your door. One of the simplest—and most powerful—ways to “bulletproof” your local business is by building a steady flow of positive customer reviews.

Every review tells a story, and together they create the public image of your business. When you consistently collect genuine reviews from satisfied customers, you build trust, credibility, and visibility. Just as importantly, new reviews help balance or even dilute the impact of older, less flattering ones. A single negative comment can’t define your business when dozens of others share positive experiences.

Beyond appearances, reviews influence how easily people find you online. Search engines value businesses with strong, frequent, and recent feedback, often ranking them higher in local results. In other words, more reviews don’t just protect your reputation—they help you get discovered by new customers.

The key is consistency. Don’t wait for reviews to happen naturally. Ask happy customers to share their experiences while their enthusiasm is fresh. Respond to reviews, both good and bad, with professionalism. Each interaction shows potential customers that you value feedback and stand behind your service.

Reputation management isn’t about controlling what people say—it’s about encouraging more voices to tell the full story of your business. A strong review presence can serve as a digital shield, making your business resilient against negativity and misunderstandings.

If you’d like help creating a simple plan to grow and manage your online reputation, Clear Path Marketing offers local strategies designed to make your business shine online.

Source: Google

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