Schools in hot water + a fest old enough to drink 🍺
Good morning, Cuyahoga County. A shake-up is underway at the county building: Law Director Rick Manoloff is stepping down, and 15 Cleveland-area schools are now on the clock after Ohio flagged exam irregularities — giving them two weeks to respond to the state. Add a November ballot packed with six issues ranging from voter ID to property tax levies, and it's shaping up to be a genuinely consequential stretch for local governance.
On the brighter side of your calendar, Cleveland Oktoberfest turns 21 this Thursday — old enough to enjoy its own celebration — followed by Family STEAM Saturday and the Cleveland Yoga Festival. Fresh real estate listings are waiting inside too, whenever you're ready to see what's on the market this week.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
Cuyahoga County law director Rick Manoloff to step down Sept. 11
🏛️ A major shake-up is coming to county government: Law Director Rick Manoloff is set to step down for personal reasons after serving since 2023. The timing is especially notable because it follows a tense county council vote tied to a proposed charter amendment over legal authority in county government. Read more
Ohio flags tests at 15 Cleveland area local schools. What happens next?
📝 Ohio flags exam irregularities at 15 Cleveland-area schools. Three Cleveland public schools and 12 Cuyahoga County charter schools had tests flagged for issues. The schools now have two weeks to respond to the state's findings. Read more
Cuyahoga County’s November ballot is a long one. Here’s what every voter will see
🗳️ Cuyahoga County voters face a packed November ballot. All county residents will weigh in on six issues on Nov. 3, covering a voter ID amendment, two property tax levies, and three county charter changes. Read more
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Nestled in Maple Heights' Libby Gardens neighborhood, this charming 3-bed home comes loaded with recent upgrades — new roof, HVAC, and driveway — so you can simply move in and enjoy!
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📍 Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, Middleburg Heights, OH
Prost! Cleveland Oktoberfest returns to Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds in Middleburg Heights on September 11, marking 21 years of Northeast Ohio's favorite end-of-summer bash with cold brews, great food, and festive fun!
🔬 Sep. 12 - Family STEAM Saturday
📍 Parma Heights Branch, Parma Heights, OH · 🕒 11:00 AM
Spark your family's curiosity at STEAM Saturday on Sep 12 at the Parma Heights Branch! Enjoy hands-on science, technology, engineering, art, and math activities designed to inspire young minds in a fun, creative setting.
🧘 Sep. 12 - Cleveland Yoga Festival
📍 Market Square at Crocker Park, Westlake, OH · 🕒 10:00 AM
Roll out your mat and find your zen at the Cleveland Yoga Festival on Sep 12 at Market Square, Crocker Park in Westlake! Join fellow yogis for a day of mindful movement and community connection.
🚶🏾♀️ Sep. 12 - NEO Black Women's Wellness Walk
📍 Frederick Douglass Neighborhood Resource and Recreation Center, Cleveland, OH · 🕒 9:00 AM
Lace up your sneakers and join the Northeast Ohio African American Women's Wellness Walk on Sep 12 at the Frederick Douglass Neighborhood Resource and Recreation Center in Cleveland for a uplifting community stroll celebrating health and sisterhood!
🍺 Sep. 12 - Cleveland Oktoberfest Beer Fest
📍 Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, Middleburg Heights, OH · 🕒 1:00 PM
Prost! Raise a stein at Cleveland Oktoberfest on September 12th at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds in Middleburg Heights, where cold brews and festive fun come together for the ultimate fall celebration!
🎵 Sep. 12 - Up 'Til 4 Live Outdoors
📍 Van Aken District, Shaker Heights, OH · 🕒 5:30 PM
Get ready to groove under the open sky as Up 'Til 4 brings live outdoor music back to Van Aken District in Shaker Heights on September 12!
🎃 Sep. 14 - Horror Trivia Night
📍 No Class, Cleveland, OH · 🕒 7:00 PM
Think you know your horror? Test your scary movie knowledge at No Class in Cleveland with Cousin Bobby's Horror Trivia Night on September 14 — a frighteningly fun evening for film fanatics!
🌍 Sep. 19 - IFUSA Cultural Fest
📍 Independence Fieldhouse, Independence, OH · 🕒 10:00 AM
Celebrate the world's cultures without leaving Ohio! The 17th Annual IFUSA Cultural Fest brings a vibrant multicultural experience to Independence Fieldhouse on September 19th—a perfect community gathering for all ages.
🌎 What Else Is Brewing
Amazon overshot a runway in Miami, kicking off a fresh aviation headache as investigators and travelers start the blame game.
ABC News rolled out new TSA programs, including one that lets some non-ticketed people slip through airport security.
White House announced fresh retaliation against Canada, adding another round of tariff drama to the already messy trade fight.
Federal Reserve got shoved closer to another rate hike after August jobs data came in hot and fed Wall Street’s inflation jitters.
S&P 500 slipped as AI fears hit software stocks, reminding traders that even the market’s favorite story can get a little wobbly.
Reuters reported U.S. factory activity cooled in August, with tariffs and stubborn input costs still crimping the mood.
🍞 Daily Bread Crumb
"The joy of the Lord is your strength."
— Nehemiah 8:10
Remember that a joyful heart lifts you up each day, giving you the energy to face challenges with a smile.
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