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🎉 Pop Culture Show Returns Saturday with Vendors, Cosplay, and Family Fun

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MENTOR, Ohio — The Mentor School Board has approved the first of two resolutions needed to place a new operating levy before voters in November.

Board members voted 4-1 at their June 9 meeting to advance a proposed five-year, 3.5-mill levy, with a second and final vote scheduled for July. According to district officials, the levy would generate approximately $9.6 million annually and cost property owners about $123 per year for every $100,000 of home value.

District leaders said the plan would include either $3.5 million in spending reductions or implementation of a consolidation strategy expected to save at least $3.3 million each year.

The proposal comes after voters rejected a five-year, 4.9-mill levy during the May primary election. That measure would have raised $13.5 million annually and failed by a vote of 8,256 to 7,039.

In other business, the board also voted 4-1 to join an ongoing lawsuit challenging Ohio's private school voucher program. The case, involving more than 300 public school districts and advocates, argues that Ohio's Constitution requires the state to fund a single public school system and that the voucher program violates that requirement.

A community member said more than $12,000 has been raised through donations to help cover the district's legal costs. A separate motion to limit lawsuit expenses exclusively to donated funds was defeated in a 3-2 vote.

MENTOR, Ohio — The Mentor Community Recreation Center will host the second edition of its Pop Culture Show on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at its Heisley Road location.

Visitors can browse more than 50 vendor tables featuring comic books, video games, toys, vintage clothing, collectibles, sports cards, and Pokémon cards.

The event will also offer a range of activities, including a cosplay contest, a Nerf play area, a kids zone, and appearances by special guests. Raffles and door prizes will add to the experience.

Affordable admission and free on-site parking make the event accessible for families and collectors. Additional information is available through the city’s recreation department.

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MENTOR, Ohio — Participants at Mentor Safety Town recently spent several days learning about the people who help protect and serve the community through a series of interactive experiences with local first responders.

Children had the opportunity to meet firefighters, paramedics and Mentor Police Officer Wurgler, who was joined by his K9 partner, Ares. The visits gave young attendees an up-close look at emergency vehicles, specialized equipment and the important responsibilities first responders carry out each day.

One of the program's most popular moments came when children met K9 Ares, whose demonstration and appearance quickly made him a favorite among participants. The experience provided students with a better understanding of the role police K9 teams play in public safety while helping foster positive relationships between children and law enforcement.

Organizers say these hands-on activities are designed to make first responders more approachable while reinforcing important safety lessons in a setting that is both educational and enjoyable.

Safety Town officials also recognized the many community partners who contributed their time and resources to make the program a success, helping create lasting memories for the children who attended.

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What: Tunes at the Lagoons 2026 Concert Series
When: Select Fridays, June 12–Aug. 21, 2026
Time: Food and beverage service begins at 6 p.m.; concerts run from 7–9 p.m.
Where: Mentor Lagoons Marina, 8365 Harbor Drive, Mentor
Admission: Free
Parking: Free; accessible parking available
Seating: Field seating only; bring a lawn chair or blanket

The 2026 Tunes at the Lagoons concert series returns to Mentor Lagoons Marina on Friday, June 12, kicking off its fifth season of free summer entertainment.

The lineup includes Monica Robins and Ninja Cowboys on June 12, Treble in CLE on June 26, Abbey Rodeo on July 10, Shadow of Doubt, a Tom Petty tribute band, on July 24, One, a U2 tribute act, on Aug. 7, and Pieces of Eight on Aug. 21.

Food trucks will be on site throughout the season, and beverage tents will offer beer and sparkling beverages for guests 21 and older. Beverage purchases can be made with cash, major credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay, and Venmo.

Guests should bring lawn chairs or blankets, as seating is available on the field only. Parking attendants will be on hand to help direct traffic. Admission and parking are free.

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EASTLAKE, Ohio — The Lake County Captains returned to the win column Thursday night with a 6-5 victory over the West Michigan Whitecaps.

West Michigan grabbed an early 1-0 lead in the first inning before Lake County answered with RBI hits from Dean Curley and Jace LaViolette to move ahead 2-1. The Whitecaps responded with two runs in the second and another in the third, building a 4-2 advantage. Curley cut the deficit to one with his sixth home run of the season in the bottom of the third, but West Michigan added a sacrifice fly in the fourth to extend its lead to 5-3.

The Captains completed their comeback in the sixth inning. Nolan Schubart launched his 14th home run of the year, a three-run shot that scored LaViolette and Aaron Walton to give Lake County a 6-5 lead.

Logan McGuire improved to 2-0 after allowing one hit while striking out three over 2.2 scoreless relief innings. Donovan Zsak earned his second save of the season. Starter Melkis Hernández surrendered five earned runs on 11 hits in 3.1 innings before exiting in the fourth inning.

Lake County is now tied for first place with the Great Lakes Loons.

See the Box Score at milb.com

These were great! Kinda concerned about the little one helping dad with tools. haha