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John Gibbons, a highly respected figure in Ohio high school football and a key part of Lake Catholic’s legacy, died April 4 surrounded by family. His career spanned decades and left a lasting mark on players, programs, and the broader football community.

Gibbons led Lake Catholic to Division III state championships in 1991 and 1992, along with eight conference titles. The 1991 team made history by delivering Lake County’s first football state championship under Ohio’s playoff system. He remained head coach through 1999 before continuing his career at St. Edward, where he guided the Eagles to seven straight playoff appearances and a Division I state runner-up finish in 2003. After additional time at Bedford, he returned to Lake Catholic as an assistant and stayed involved through the most recent season despite health challenges.

His influence extended beyond wins and losses. Known for his energy and commitment, Gibbons helped build a culture of discipline and tradition that shaped generations of athletes.

Football was central to the Gibbons family. He and his wife Patty raised ten children, several of whom became coaches, including sons Marty and Mike. He is also survived by more than two dozen grandchildren.

Gibbons was inducted into the Ohio High School Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame in 2015, recognizing a career defined by success, leadership, and lasting impact.

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The Mentor School Board is accepting applications to fill a vacant seat on the Mentor Public Library Board following a recent resignation.

The appointed trustee will serve the remainder of the term through Dec. 31 and will begin duties immediately upon selection. In Ohio, school boards appoint members to public library boards within their districts.

Applicants must submit a letter of interest detailing their residence, length of time at their current address, reason for applying, community involvement, and service experience, along with up to three references.

The application deadline is April 17, with interviews scheduled for the week of April 27. A committee of school district and library representatives will review applications and recommend a candidate, with a final appointment expected at the board’s May meeting.

Applications should be sent to the Mentor Board of Education, addressed to Bill Wade at 6451 Center St., Mentor. Additional information is available through the district’s Chief Financial Officer’s office.

Mentor residents and library patrons can safely dispose of sensitive documents during the annual Shred Day hosted by Xpress Shredding and the Mentor Public Library.

The event will take place April 25 from 7 to 10:30 a.m. at Xpress Shredding’s headquarters on Moving Way in Mentor. The free service allows participants to bring up to five boxes or bags of paper for shredding.

A range of small electronic items will also be accepted for recycling, including computers, monitors, keyboards, printers, phones, chargers, CDs, and VHS tapes. Televisions will not be accepted.

The event will be held rain or shine, and vehicles must be in line before the 10:30 a.m. cutoff.

If you’re looking to get out of town without draining your wallet, skip the obvious spots and try one of these lesser-known (but seriously fun) options—all within easy driving distance.

The Toledo Museum of Art Glass Pavilion is one of Ohio’s most underrated family stops—and it’s free. Kids can watch live glassblowing demos while parents enjoy a surprisingly engaging, hands-on experience. Pair it with a picnic and a walk through the nearby museum grounds for a full-day trip that costs next to nothing.
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Instead of treating Put-in-Bay like a pricey getaway, do it smart: take a morning ferry, skip rentals, and explore on foot. Families can enjoy waterfront parks, scenic views, and free open spaces without paying for attractions. Weekdays are cheaper and less crowded.
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The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force is one of the largest aviation museums in the world—and admission is completely free. With hundreds of aircraft and interactive exhibits, it’s a full-day experience that feels like a paid attraction without the cost.
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All three trips keep costs low by focusing on free admission, walkable experiences, and minimal add-ons—the biggest drivers of family travel expenses.

The Guardians–Cubs game scheduled for Saturday was postponed due to bad weather and will be made up as part of a Sunday doubleheader. To make up for the postponed game, the two teams will now face off in a traditional doubleheader on Sunday. The first game is slated to begin at 1:10 p.m. ET, with stadium gates opening an hour earlier at noon.

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Lake Catholic secured a 2-1 victory over Mentor in a tightly contested matchup, improving to 2-1 on the season while the Cardinals fell to 1-3.

Both teams scored in the third inning, with Brayden Mann driving in Pete Malchesky for the Cougars before Mentor answered on a sacrifice fly from Tyler Black. The game remained tied until the sixth inning, when Quinn Stayer delivered a two-out double to bring home Tyler Hribar for the winning run.

Lake Catholic’s pitching staff played a key role. Josh Howman worked three innings, allowing two hits and striking out five, while Tyler Hribar earned the win in relief with four strikeouts over the final innings.

Mentor’s Tyler Black pitched a complete game, allowing two runs on nine hits while striking out six.

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Stow-Munroe Falls took control early and never let up, defeating Mentor 13-5 in Thursday’s lacrosse matchup. The Bulldogs opened with a nine-goal first period, building a lead Mentor could not overcome.

Mentor had solid offensive contributions from Ava Lee, who recorded three goals and an assist, and Sydney Fink, who added two goals.

Defensively, Taylor Stanton led with three ground balls and three caused turnovers. Fink contributed two ground balls and two caused turnovers, while Ashlee Colo added two ground balls.

At the draw, freshman Kacey Mayer posted 10 draw controls, while Fink added seven to help Mentor maintain possession at times.

In goal, Sammy McGinnis played all 48 minutes, facing 20 shots on goal and making seven saves.

The loss drops Mentor to 2-2 on the season. The team will return home Tuesday, April 7, to face Cleveland Heights at 7 p.m.

Mentor pulled away in the second half to defeat Riverside 15-8 in a conference matchup on April 3 in Painesville, improving to 2-1 on the season while the Beavers dropped to 0-6.

The game was tightly contested early, with both teams locked at 5-5 at halftime. Mentor opened the scoring, but Riverside responded with a strong first-half performance, highlighted by contributions from Joe and Jacob Mackey and Jackson Buckles.

After the break, Mentor took control. A dominant third quarter saw the Cardinals score eight goals, including a rapid six-goal surge over a three-minute span that broke the game open. Ben Schenk and Carter Collins played key roles in the run, while the offense found rhythm through quick ball movement and transition opportunities.

Mentor continued to build on its lead in the fourth quarter, with additional goals from Louie Harps and Memphis Friel to seal the win.

Riverside showed offensive flashes in the first half but was unable to recover after the Cardinals’ explosive third quarter. The Beavers were led by Jacob Mackey with four goals and Joe Mackey with three.

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