Good morning, Cuyahoga County. Mark your calendars—the auction for prime East Bank properties in Cleveland's historic Flats district has new dates. The sale of buildings along Columbus Road has been rescheduled for April 21-23, offering investors a chance to claim valuable real estate along the Cuyahoga River at a time when the area continues to attract renewed development interest.
A financial storm is brewing for Cleveland's neighborhood champions as 12 of 18 community development corporations face possible closure by year's end without renewed city contracts. These vital organizations, which manage millions in home repairs and small business support, may find relief through a proposed ordinance creating locally-funded programs. Meanwhile, the political landscape heats up as Councilwoman Rebecca Maurer announces her bid for reelection in the newly drawn Ward 5, setting up a direct competition with fellow Councilman Richard Starr.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🏢 Cleveland Flats auction gets new dates after postponement. The sale of buildings at 1720-1736 Columbus Road on the East Bank of the Cuyahoga River has been rescheduled for April 21-23. Originally planned for early April, the auction will feature three buildings in Cleveland's historic Flats district. The properties are situated in a prime location on the river's East Bank, making them potentially valuable real estate opportunities. The buildings are part of ongoing development efforts in the Flats area, which has seen renewed interest from investors in recent years.
🏙️ Cleveland's neighborhood nonprofits face financial crisis without city support. The city has relied on community development corporations (CDCs) for decades, but 12 of 18 could close by Christmas without renewed contracts. Despite contributing $8.6 million in FY2025, Cleveland has gradually restricted CDC activities eligible for federal grant reimbursement. A proposed ordinance (113-2025) would create a new locally-funded program to free CDCs from federal constraints while ensuring accountability. These organizations manage millions in home repairs, real estate projects, and small business support across Cleveland neighborhoods.
🏙️ Cleveland council showdown brews as Maurer enters Ward 5 race. Councilwoman Rebecca Maurer announced Tuesday she will run for reelection in the newly drawn Ward 5, setting up a direct competition with fellow Councilman Richard Starr. The redrawn ward boundaries mean Maurer faces the challenge of introducing herself to most voters in the district for the first time. She's no stranger to campaign challenges, having previously upset incumbent Anthony Brancatelli in 2021. Maurer expressed enthusiasm about going door-to-door again to connect with her potential new constituents.
⚾ Baseball Scoreboard
Cleveland Heights delivered a 13-1 beatdown to Euclid in Monday's non-league showdown, leaving the Panthers to lick their wounds and ponder what went wrong. The Tigers' offensive onslaught established immediate bragging rights heading into Tuesday's rematch, where Euclid (1-4) will desperately be seeking redemption against their newly confident opponents.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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St. Edward (3-6) | ||
vs Brunswick | W 5-2 | |
Cleveland Heights (1-0) | ||
@ Euclid | W 13-1 | |
Shaker Heights (0-4) | ||
vs Mentor | L 6-4 | |
Garfield Heights (1-3) | ||
vs Lorain | L 17-0 | |
Euclid (1-4-1) | ||
vs Cleveland Heights | L 13-1 | |
Lakewood (6-2) | ||
@ Valley Forge | W 15-0 | |
Bay (1-3) | ||
@ Buckeye | L 9-0 | |
Rocky River (4-1-1) | ||
@ Normandy | W 7-5 | |
Fairview (2-2) | ||
@ Cuyahoga Heights | W 7-4 | |
Westlake (3-2) | ||
vs North Olmsted | W 11-8 | |
Valley Forge (1-1) | ||
vs Lakewood | L 15-0 | |
Normandy (1-5) | ||
vs Rocky River | L 7-5 | |
Strongsville (9-2) | ||
vs Medina | L 8-5 | |
Cuyahoga Heights (4-2) | ||
vs Fairview | L 7-4 | |
Beachwood (3-2) | ||
vs West Geauga | W 5-0 | |
Mayfield (3-2) | ||
@ South | W 7-1 |
🥎 Softball Scoreboard
Medina's Battling Bees stung the Euclid Panthers not once but twice in a single day, sweeping Monday's softball action with 11-0 and 14-1 victories. The Bees' offensive swarm proved too much for the Panthers, who'll look to regroup before facing Andrews Osborne Academy.Bay Rockets launched an offensive explosion against Valley Forge, blasting off with a 20-7 victory that left the Patriots still searching for their first win of the season. The Rockets' bats were in orbit all afternoon, continuing their momentum after improving to 2-3.Nordonia Knights galloped past Solon 14-4, putting another notch in their belt as they improved to 3-2 on the season. Meanwhile, Kenston's Bombers dropped a precision strike on Mayfield, securing a tight 9-4 victory that evened their record at 4-4.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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Shaker Heights (5-2) | ||
vs St. Joseph Academy | W 13-3 | |
Garfield Heights (0-2) | ||
vs Lorain | L 16-1 | |
Euclid (2-9) | ||
@ Medina | L 11-0 | |
@ Medina | L 14-1 | |
Bay (2-3) | ||
@ Valley Forge | W 20-7 | |
Valley Forge (0-6) | ||
vs Bay | L 20-7 | |
North Royalton (4-1) | ||
@ BBHHS | L 12-7 | |
Strongsville (4-2) | ||
@ Mentor | L 3-0 | |
Brecksville-Broadview Heights (5-1) | ||
vs North Royalton | W 12-7 | |
Cuyahoga Heights (2-3) | ||
vs Independence | L 12-1 | |
Beachwood (0-2) | ||
@ Hawken | L 12-8 | |
Mayfield (5-6) | ||
vs Kenston | L 9-4 | |
Solon (1-6) | ||
@ Nordonia | L 14-4 |
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
Updated Cleveland Ranch gem nearby: Priced at $279,000, this refreshed Forest Hills Ranch offers a tasteful blend of past and present with open living spaces, modern kitchen, renovated baths, and efficient systems, all minutes from Cleveland's cultural hub.
Spacious woodland luxury retreat: Priced at $1,070,000, this former model home in Braemar Farms boasts 4,000 sq ft with 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, luxury finishes throughout, and a walk-out lower level overlooking serene woodland views.
Historic gem needs modern budget: Priced at $450,000, this multi-story home balances modern updates with historic charm, featuring two staircases, multiple bedrooms, three full baths, a new 3-car garage, and thoughtful renovations since 2018.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
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