In this Issue of Mentor Local Buzz 🐝

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

📰 Local News: 🕊️ Ohio National Guard Honors Three Airmen Lost in Plane Crash

👩‍👧‍👦 Kidshow Draws Crowds to Great Lakes Mall for Family-Focused Weekend

📚 Wildwood Cultural Center to Host Literary Fair with Local Authors and Tours

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Real Estate: 🏘️ Housing Market Shift: What It Means for Mentor Buyers

🏘️ Featured New Home Listings for Sale in Mentor, Ohio (44060)

🏀 Sports: ⚾ MLB Investigation Leaves Guardians Without Two Key Pitchers—and Their Salaries

🤔 Trivia Question

🤣 Something Funny

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The Ohio National Guard is organizing memorial services to honor three airmen who died in a recent plane crash: Capt. Seth Koval, Capt. Curtis Angst, and Master Sgt. Tyler Simmons. The service members were supporting Operation Epic Fury at the time of the incident and were recognized for their dedication and professionalism.

Plans for public memorials are still being finalized as the Guard prioritizes support for the families and works to ensure the airmen’s service is properly honored.

The loss has deeply affected the Mansfield-based 179th Cyberspace Wing and the broader military community. The incident underscores the risks service members face, even during non-combat operations.

Additional information about memorial services and opportunities for community support is expected in the coming days.

Read More at wkyc.com

The 27th annual Kidshow drew families to Great Lakes Mall over the weekend, turning the main concourse into a lively destination focused on children and community resources. The event brought together a wide range of vendors, healthcare providers, and extracurricular organizations serving families in the Mentor area.

In addition to informational booths, the two-day event featured a steady lineup of live performances and hands-on activities that kept children engaged throughout the weekend.

For many local families, the Kidshow continues to serve as a go-to event for discovering educational resources, summer camps, and youth sports opportunities all in one place.

Strong attendance highlighted the continued need for accessible, centralized family resources in Lake County. As one of the mall’s longest-running community events, the Kidshow also offers small businesses and service providers a valuable opportunity to connect directly with residents. Those who were unable to attend can still find information from participating vendors through Mentor’s city resource guides.

The Wildwood Cultural Center in Mentor will host the Books in the Woods Fair on Sunday, March 30, 2025, from noon to 4 p.m., offering an afternoon centered on literature, creativity, and local history.

Visitors can enjoy activities celebrating storytelling, including opportunities to connect with regional authors, live readings, and panel discussions exploring writing techniques, historical influences, and the evolving nature of storytelling.

Attendees can also browse and purchase books and related items from local vendors, creating a welcoming marketplace for book lovers.

The event will highlight the historic setting as well, with guided tours of the manor providing insight into its past and cultural significance.

Admission and parking are free. The Wildwood Cultural Center is located at 7645 Little Mountain Road in Mentor, with additional information available by contacting the center.

Source: cityofmentor.com

Real Estate Update: What Northeast Ohio Buyers & Sellers Should Know Right Now

The U.S. housing market in 2026 is entering a “slow reset”—and that’s especially important for buyers and homeowners here in Northeast Ohio.

Mortgage rates are currently hovering around the low-to-mid 6% range, which is lower than last year but still high enough to keep many sellers on the sidelines. (Reuters) This ongoing “lock-in effect” means fewer homes are hitting the market, keeping inventory tight—even as demand cools slightly. (New York Post)

For buyers in Mentor and surrounding areas, this creates a mixed opportunity. Prices are still rising, but at a much slower pace—roughly 1–3% nationally—giving buyers more time to shop and negotiate compared to the frenzy of previous years. (Reuters above)

Closer to home, Ohio remains relatively affordable. The average home value is around $234,000, with modest growth continuing into 2026. (Zillow) Even better, inventory is slowly improving, meaning more options could become available as the year progresses. (First Ohio Home Finance)

However, one major trend to watch is rising “hidden costs.” Insurance, property taxes, and maintenance expenses are climbing fast and now make up a larger portion of monthly housing costs than ever before. (Business Insider)

For renters, there’s a bit of relief. Nearby Cleveland has seen rents dip slightly and remain below the national average, offering a more affordable alternative for those priced out of buying. (Axios)

👉 Bottom line for Mentor residents:
This is no longer a wild seller’s market—but it’s not a buyer’s market either. If you’re buying, patience and negotiation are finally back. If you’re selling, pricing your home correctly is more important than ever.

6645 Harborside Lndg, Mentor, OH 44060
3 Beds, 2.5 Bath, 3,143 Sqft. 0.50 Acre Lot
Sale Price $499,000
Listed by: Shannon Velotta Brokered by McDowell Real Estate
Link to Property Listing

6943 Roosevelt Ave., Mentor, OH 44060
3 Beds, 1.5 Bath, ???? Sqft. 0.91 Acre Lot
Sale Price $394,000
Listed by: Teri Holtz Brokered by Homesmart Real Estate Momentum Llc
Link to Property Listing

6304 Meadowbrook Dr., Mentor OH 44060
3 Beds, 1.5 Bath, ???? Sqft. 0.29 Acre Lot
Sale Price $289,900
Listed by: Cindy Kriynovich Brokered by Homesmart Real Estate Momentum Llc
Link to Property Listing

6240 Melshore Dr., Mentor, OH 44060
3 Beds, 1 Bath, 1,348 Sqft. 0.58 Acre Lot
Sale Price $214,900
Listed by: Nicole Peterson Brokered by McDowell Real Estate
Link to Property Listing

5026 Glenn Lodge Dr., Mentor, OH 44060
3 Beds, 1.5 Bath, 1,266 Sqft., 7,841 Sqft. Lot
Sale Price $199,900
Listed by: Lauren Baker Brokered by Keller Williams Living
Link to Property Listing

Link to All the Home Listings in 44060 (148 in Total) in Zip Code 44060

The Cleveland Guardians have halted salary payments to pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz as Major League Baseball continues its investigation into alleged pitch-rigging tied to gambling. Both players are also facing upcoming legal proceedings after being indicted, leaving their futures uncertain.

Under MLB rules, teams can withhold pay when players are placed on administrative leave or restricted lists during serious investigations or criminal cases. The move gives the Guardians short-term financial flexibility as they deal with the absence of two key pitchers.

Clase, one of the league’s top closers, and Ortiz had been central to Cleveland’s bullpen. Their absence has forced the organization to reassess its pitching depth and make adjustments ahead of the season.

As the investigation continues and the court case approaches, uncertainty still surrounds the situation. For now, the Guardians are evaluating how to reallocate resources and strengthen their roster in a competitive division.

Read More at wkyc.com

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