Good morning, Dev Test County. When five-time Grammy winner Dianne Reeves and the cosmic Sun Ra Arkestra descend on Playhouse Square this summer, they'll be carrying on Cleveland's proud jazz tradition at the 46th Tri-C JazzFest. From New Orleans brass to South African rhythms, this year's lineup reads like a who's who of jazz royalty, with Trombone Shorty bringing that Big Easy energy to kick things off.
Meanwhile, stories of impact and resilience echo through our community - from a teen's dramatic e-bike mishap in Bainbridge (reminder: gravity always wins) to the remarkable legacy of Akron's own Len Chandler. This civil rights champion who marched with Dr. King and mentored future rock stars showed us that sometimes the most powerful instrument for change is a well-strummed guitar and an unwavering spirit.
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🎷 Cleveland's Tri-C JazzFest unveils star-studded lineup for summer music extravaganza. The 46th edition brings together jazz legends including five-time Grammy winner Dianne Reeves and the cosmic Sun Ra Arkestra to Playhouse Square from June 26-28. Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue kicks off the festivities, while bassist Stanley Clarke and Cuban bandleader Pedrito Martinez round out the stellar schedule. The festival celebrates diverse jazz traditions with performances spanning from New Orleans to South Africa, including free regional jazz concerts in the plaza. Festival passes are available for $300 until April 1, with individual concert tickets released afterward.
🚲 Teen's electric bike ride ends in dramatic handlebar flip. A 14-year-old boy required emergency medical transport after crashing his e-bike in Bainbridge Township's Bainbrook community. Police and EMS responded to a disconnected emergency call on January 26, eventually locating the young rider who had flown over his handlebars. The teen was found off-road and transported for medical treatment. The incident occurred around 7:45 PM, prompting a swift response from local emergency services.
🎵 Akron's Len Chandler turned folk music into a weapon for justice. The civil rights activist marched with Martin Luther King Jr., befriended Bob Dylan, and became a powerful voice in the 1960s protest movement. His journey from East Akron musician to civil rights champion included performing at the historic March on Washington and surviving violent attacks from segregationists. After moving to Los Angeles, he co-founded the influential Los Angeles Songwriters Showcase, helping launch careers of artists like Stevie Nicks and Warren Zevon. Chandler passed away in 2023 at 88, leaving a legacy of social consciousness and his motto: "Keep on keepin' on."
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