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Cuyahoga County • June 25, 2025

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Good morning, Cuyahoga County. A historic bridge is forming across the Atlantic, and it's not made of steel or concrete. The Port of Cleveland has forged a strategic alliance with Ireland's Shannon Foynes Port Company, creating a direct shipping route that promises faster, greener transportation between the Great Lakes and Europe. This maritime partnership could reshape regional trade patterns while delivering economic benefits to communities on both sides of the ocean.

The local influence scene extends beyond shipping lanes into city politics and literary circles. As Mayor Justin Bibb faces his lone challenger in the upcoming election, Cleveland's homegrown book influencers are carving out their own digital territories. From Zoranne Host's sci-fi empire with 160,000 followers to Mikey Feinman's unique pairing of books with cocktails, these literary tastemakers are personalizing how we discover our next favorite reads—no algorithm required.

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☕️ What's Brewing Locally

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🚢 Cleveland and Ireland forge historic port alliance across the Atlantic. The Port of Cleveland has signed a strategic agreement with Shannon Foynes Port Company to strengthen trade ties between the Great Lakes region and Europe. This partnership creates a direct shipping route from Cleveland to Ireland's second-largest port via the Great Lakes, St. Lawrence Seaway, and North Atlantic Ocean. Both ports offer cost-effective, multimodal access to major markets, providing faster and greener alternatives to traditional coastal shipping routes. Officials believe this collaboration will unlock new business opportunities and economic benefits for communities on both sides of the Atlantic.

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🏙️ Cleveland mayoral race heats up as lone challenger attacks incumbent. LaVerne Gore, the only candidate challenging Mayor Justin Bibb's re-election bid, claims he has "failed" Cleveland, pointing to the Browns' relocation to Brook Park as evidence of his inexperience. The conservative candidate, who previously voted for Bibb in 2021, criticizes Democratic leadership that has controlled the city for over three decades. Despite never having held public office, Gore touts her business background and focuses on poverty, education, and public safety as priorities. Meanwhile, Bibb enters the race with significant advantages: half a million dollars in campaign funds and the statistical edge incumbents typically enjoy.

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📚 Cleveland's book influencers are reshaping how readers discover new titles. Zoranne Host, Nahomy Ortiz-Garcia, and Mikey Feinman have built impressive followings by sharing their literary passions on social media platforms. Host turned her sci-fi and fantasy recommendations into a full-time career with over 160,000 followers, while Ortiz-Garcia celebrates Hispanic and Latino authors to her 7,000 Instagram followers. Feinman uniquely pairs books with cocktails, focusing on independent authors and creating a bridge between readers and the indie scene. Together, these Cleveland-based creators are personalizing the digital book discovery experience beyond algorithm-driven recommendations.

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🏡 Real Estate Reveals

Real estate listing image Spacious Colonial With Updated Kitchen: Priced at $239,000, this charming 4-bedroom colonial in University Heights features a newly updated kitchen (2025), spacious living areas with built-ins, and three floors of living space including a carpeted basement family room.
Real estate listing image Parma starter needs TLC: This charming Parma 3 bed/2 bath is up for grabs at $195,000, featuring recent updates like a new water heater and electrical box. Perfect starter home needing just a touch of TLC to shine.
Real estate listing image Spacious updated colonial near park: Contemporary 4-bedroom colonial with recent updates including remodeled bathrooms, wood flooring, and renovated kitchen with granite counters can be yours for $339,000, situated in a quiet neighborhood adjacent to a park.

🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla

🥩 Jun. 25 - Dinner at Gunselmans Steakhouse: Savor sizzling steaks and craft cocktails on Gunselmans' covered deck on June 25! Make new friends while enjoying fantastic apps at this Olmsted Falls hotspot. RSVP soon for a guaranteed great time!
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Jun. 27 - Ohio Scottish Games: Kilts and cabers take center stage at the 48th Ohio Scottish Games & Celtic Festival! Experience thrilling highland athletics and Celtic traditions at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds on June 27-28, 2025.
🥙 Jun. 28 - Lebanese Food & Music Festival: Savor authentic Lebanese cuisine and lively music at the 11th Annual Lebanese Food & Music Festival at St. Sava Picnic Grove in Parma. Join the festivities June 28-29 from noon until evening.
🎵 Jun. 28 - Larchmere PorchFest 2025: Groove to live tunes at Larchmere PorchFest 2025! Big Al's Diner hosts this vibrant musical celebration on June 28, bringing Cleveland's community together for a day of rhythms and melodies.
🎭 Jun. 28 - Tony Roberts Comedy Show: Laugh until your sides hurt with comedy sensation Tony Roberts at Cleveland's Funny Bone Comedy Club on June 28 at 9:00 PM. Grab tickets now for a night of non-stop hilarity!
🏳️‍🌈 Jun. 28 - BTMO Pride Celebration: Celebrate diversity and inclusion at Pride in the Park with Black Trans Men of Ohio! Join this vibrant community gathering on June 28 at Cain Park Evans Amphitheater in Cleveland Heights for an empowering afternoon.
🎵 Jun. 29 - Lithuanian Song Festival: Experience the magic of the Lithuanian Song Festival as this 100-year-old Baltic tradition makes its historic Cleveland debut! Join the celebration on June 29 at Cleveland Public Auditorium, 500 Lakeside Ave E.
🎭 Jun. 29 - Ramon Rivas Comedy Show: Laugh until your sides hurt as comedian Ramon Rivas II brings his hilarious stand-up to Dunlap's Corner Bar on June 29. Catch the fun starting at 6:00 PM in Cleveland's vibrant West Side.
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