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🏭 Steris Commits $60 Million To New Mentor Manufacturing Hub

🗽 Mentor Honors Revolutionary War Veteran Ebenezer Wilson On America250

🏌🏻‍♂️ Tony Ferritto Records Hole-In-One At Pine Ridge Country Club

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MENTOR, Ohio — Gardeners and plant lovers will have a chance to shop a wide selection of flowers and outdoor plants during the Wildwood Garden Club Plant Sale today, May 17.

The event will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Wildwood Cultural Center, located at 7645 Little Mountain Road. Shoppers can browse a variety of annuals and perennials available for purchase in the South Wing of the Manor House.

Admission to the sale is free, and all proceeds will support the Wildwood Garden Club and its ongoing community efforts.

Link to the Event

MENTOR, Ohio — Steris is investing about $60 million in Mentor, Ohio, to build a new sterility assurance manufacturing facility that will consolidate the company’s U.S. production operations into one site. The healthcare and life-sciences company expects the plant to begin operating by the end of 2027.

The project is part of Steris’ broader fiscal 2027 capital spending plan, which includes roughly $375 million in expenditures. The company says the Mentor facility will serve as a modern “center of excellence” designed to streamline manufacturing and improve service for healthcare and scientific customers nationwide.

Steris already maintains manufacturing and administrative operations in Northeast Ohio, making the Mentor expansion a consolidation effort rather than entry into a new market. Executives said during a recent earnings presentation that centralizing production under one roof is intended to improve efficiency and customer support.

The Mentor project comes as Steris also launches a new $1 billion share repurchase program. The company has not yet released details on staffing, construction phases, permitting schedules, or potential local incentives tied to the development.

Source: hoodline.com

MENTOR, Ohio — The City of Mentor is recognizing Revolutionary War veteran Ebenezer Wilson as part of the nationwide America250 celebration marking the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding.

Mentor City Council officially declared May 16, 2026, as “Ebenezer Wilson Day” to honor Wilson’s military service and his role in the early development of the community.

Born in Swansea, Massachusetts Bay Colony, on May 16, 1745, Wilson later enlisted during the Revolutionary War, serving in Rhode Island in Capt. Robert Crossman’s company under Col. George Williams’ regiment beginning in December 1776.

After living in New York for several years, Wilson moved to Mentor in 1812 after purchasing a large tract of land. Local history also connects his family to one of America’s most recognizable symbols, with legend claiming his son Samuel Wilson inspired the popular “Uncle Sam” nickname during the War of 1812.

Wilson died in 1829 and is buried at Mentor Municipal Cemetery. City leaders said the recognition honors both his military service and his contributions to the foundation of the Mentor community.

Source: cityofmentor.com

WILLOUGHBY, Ohio — Tony Ferritto recorded a hole-in-one on May 15 at Pine Ridge Country Club. Ferritto aced the 147-yard 11th hole using a 5-wood during his round at the Willoughby golf course.

Source: News-Herald

An Outdoor Adventure Hotspot + A Surprisingly Affordable Beach Town

Last week, we promised an outdoor adventure destination and a beach town that’s gaining attention from budget-conscious Ohio families. This week’s Travel Sunday feature highlights two spots that offer very different experiences—but both are becoming increasingly popular with Northeast Ohio travelers looking to stretch their summer dollars a little further.

For families craving adventure, Moab has become one of the hottest outdoor travel destinations in the country. Located in eastern Utah near the Colorado border, this desert town is known for its dramatic red rock landscapes, endless hiking trails, and unforgettable national park scenery.

Moab serves as the gateway to both Arches National Park and Canyonlands National Park, giving visitors access to some of the most breathtaking views in America. Families can explore scenic drives, go rafting on the Colorado River, take guided Jeep tours, or enjoy some of the clearest night skies in the country for stargazing.

Why Ohio families love it: Big adventure, stunning scenery, national parks, and a totally different experience from the Midwest.

While some East Coast beach towns continue getting more expensive, Virginia Beach remains one of the better overall values for family travel. It combines beaches, boardwalk fun, restaurants, and attractions without some of the sticker shock seen in other coastal destinations.

Families enjoy the wide beaches, live entertainment, bike rentals, dolphin tours, and family-friendly atmosphere. Many Northeast Ohio travelers are discovering they can still find reasonable hotel prices here—especially compared to more crowded resort destinations farther south.

Why Ohio families love it: More affordable beach options, family-friendly atmosphere, and easy vacation planning.

If you’re planning a national park trip this summer, check reservation requirements before you go. Some parks now require timed-entry reservations during peak travel periods.

We’ll feature two more destinations Americans are suddenly searching for in huge numbers—including one fast-growing Gulf Coast beach escape and one charming historic coastal getaway that’s becoming increasingly popular with Northeast Ohio travelers looking for a different kind of summer vacation.

Angel Martínez hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the seventh inning Saturday night, helping the Cleveland Guardians defeat the Cincinnati Reds 7-4.

Martínez fueled Cleveland’s comeback after doubling in the sixth and later scoring on a wild pitch. He then delivered a 395-foot home run in the seventh to give the Guardians a 6-4 lead.

José Ramírez also made history, moving into sixth place on the franchise hits list with career hit No. 1,707. He tied Lou Boudreau with a single in the fifth inning before passing him with another hit in the eighth.

Brayan Rocchio drove in Cleveland’s first two runs with a second-inning single. Cincinnati answered with Dane Myers’ third homer of the season in the third inning.

The Reds briefly took a 4-2 lead in the fifth after Sal Stewart drew a bases-loaded walk and Spencer Steer added a two-run double. Cleveland tied the game later in the inning on Rhys Hoskins’ sacrifice fly.

Erik Sabrowski earned the win in relief, while Joey Cantillo allowed four runs over five innings for Cleveland. Sam Moll took the loss for Cincinnati. Chris Paddack allowed two runs in five innings during his Reds debut.

The series concludes Sunday with Brady Singer starting for Cincinnati against Cleveland’s Gavin Williams.

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The Lake Catholic Cougars baseball fell to the Madison Blue Streaks 9-5 in a non-conference game Friday after Madison used a late rally to secure the win.

Lake Catholic totaled seven hits and scored five runs over the second and third innings before Madison answered with eight runs across the final four innings, including four in the seventh.

The Cougars’ pitchers allowed nine runs, though only five were earned. Quinn Stayer pitched four innings, giving up six hits and four runs, with two earned. He struck out six and walked two. Cody Brower worked the final two innings, allowing five hits and five runs, three earned, with three walks.

Offensively, Tristan Negrelli and Micah Nyetrae each recorded two hits. Negrelli finished 2-for-2 with an RBI, while Nyetrae went 2-for-4 with a double and a run scored. Carter Jacobs drove in three runs for the Cougars.

Lake Catholic drops to 14-10 on the season and returns home Tuesday for a conference matchup against CVCA, which enters with a 16-7 record.

⚾ Mentor Cardinals boys baseball lost to the Chardon Hilltoppers 11-1 on Saturday
⚾ Lake County Captains lost to the Dayton Dragons 8-5 on Saturday

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