Good morning, Dev Test County. As winter tightens its grip, South Russell Village residents are blazing a different kind of trail - one that could transform their community from car-centric corridors into a walker's paradise. With parents and local business owners united behind a vision of connected pathways, it seems the next generation might just get to experience the kind of neighborhood their grandparents took for granted.
Meanwhile, the spirit of giving is alive and well in Chagrin Falls, where Federated Church's Christmas Eve tradition just delivered a $30,000 gift to refugee support efforts. The church's generosity feels especially poignant as the community mourns the loss of Rev. Mark Simone, whose legacy of love stretched from local youth groups to South African villages. Some lights, it seems, shine far beyond their home.
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🚶 South Russell Village residents demand safer paths for walking and biking. The Ohio community is taking action by hiring Verdantas to create a comprehensive trail master plan, responding to concerns about dangerous road conditions for pedestrians and cyclists. Parents and children attended a council meeting to advocate for better walkability, particularly for safe routes to school. Local business owners expressed support for a connected trail system linking neighboring communities. The Village will hold a special council meeting on March 11 to discuss the trail plan with their engineering firm.
🎄 Church's Christmas Eve tradition raises $30,000 for Cleveland refugee nonprofit. The Federated Church in Chagrin Falls continued its 62-year tradition of donating its entire Christmas Eve collection to a worthy cause. This year's recipient, Re:Source Cleveland, will use the funds to purchase a refrigerated delivery van for their Ohio City Farm initiative. The organization supports refugees through various programs including mentoring, employment, and agricultural opportunities. Since 1961, the church's Christmas Eve offerings have raised nearly $2 million for local nonprofits, with this year's services drawing 900 attendees.
🙏 Beloved pastor touched thousands of lives through humor, faith, and connection. Rev. Mark Simone, a 69-year-old spiritual leader from Chagrin Falls, passed away after spending decades building deep connections with youth and communities worldwide. As a minister at Federated Church, he led countless youth groups, organized charity work camps across three continents, and performed 400 weddings. Known for his infectious smile and ability to make everyone feel they belonged, Simone earned the African name "Sabelo" during his 20 trips to help HIV/AIDS-affected communities in South Africa. His legacy of unconditional love and acceptance continues through the countless lives he transformed.
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