Good morning, Portage County. From the ashes of devastation often rise stories of resilience, and that's exactly what's unfolding in Cleveland Heights. The massive Marquee at Cedar Lee project, which recently lit up the night sky for all the wrong reasons, is already plotting its phoenix-like comeback. While 17 fire departments worked to contain the blaze, the developer's unwavering commitment to rebuild speaks volumes about Northeast Ohio's spirit.
Meanwhile, the winds of change are sweeping through our region's job market, with Spectrum's Akron call center preparing to go silent this March. But amid the shifts and changes, fresh leadership emerges - University Heights Vice Mayor Michele Weiss is stepping up to the plate, trading her council seat for a shot at the mayor's office after nine years of community service.
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0%☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🏗️ Massive apartment project rises from ashes after devastating Cleveland fire. Developer Flaherty & Collins vows to rebuild their 139-unit Marquee at Cedar Lee building, which was destroyed in a massive blaze requiring 17 fire departments to contain. The $66 million mixed-use development's second building, already completed with 67 units, remains unaffected and continues leasing. While Cedar Road remains temporarily closed due to collapse risk, no injuries occurred and nearby businesses escaped damage. The project represents nearly two decades of planning for Cleveland Heights, with rebuilding set to begin after fire investigations conclude.
📞 Spectrum axes 259 jobs at Akron call center in March shutdown. The Charter Communications facility on South Main Street, which handles inbound sales calls, will cease operations on March 28 according to a state filing. The telecommunications giant plans to redistribute the workload to its other call center locations. The closure marks another significant job loss for the Akron area, impacting hundreds of local workers. Charter Communications confirmed the move in its mandatory WARN notice to Ohio officials.
🗳️ University Heights Vice Mayor Michele Weiss sets sights on mayor's office. The longtime city council member announced her candidacy on Tuesday, expressing gratitude to the community and a desire to make a difference. Weiss brings significant experience to her mayoral bid, having served nine years as an at-large council representative before being elected vice mayor by her colleagues. Her campaign announcement emphasizes her commitment to building upon her existing service to the University Heights community.
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