Good morning, Portage County. The Nordonia Hills Library is about to transform into the community's living room this spring, rolling out everything from philosophical pow-wows to robot-building sessions. It's like your favorite coffee shop merged with a science lab, added a dash of book club charm, and threw in some tail-wagging reading buddies for good measure.
In other corners of Northeast Ohio, Shaker Heights is putting its money where its mission is with $2,500 diversity grants, while an extraordinary story of resilience unfolds through the pen of Iraq War veteran Allison Kennedy. From crafting robo-scribblers to crafting narratives of healing, our region continues to prove that creativity and courage come in countless forms.
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83%☕️ What's Brewing Locally
📚 Nordonia Hills Library unveils packed spring calendar of community events. The branch is hosting an impressive variety of programs for all ages, from philosophical discussions in Socrates Café to hands-on children's activities like Scribblebots and Messy Mondays. Book lovers can join multiple reading groups, including mystery, casual reads, and teen-focused discussions, with free copies available a month ahead. Cooking demonstrations, board game sessions, and the heartwarming Paws for Reading program round out the diverse offerings. Registration is available online or by phone at 330.467.8595 for most events running through May.
🤝 Shaker Heights offers $2,500 grants to promote community diversity initiatives. The Ohio city's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee is accepting applications through March 28 for its second annual micro-grant program. Last year's recipients included figure skating workshops, self-defense classes, and lacrosse player initiatives. The grants, funded through the city's diversity committee budget, can support various community activities from book clubs to movie screenings. Interested residents can apply through the city's website.
💪 Injured Iraq War veteran transforms battlefield trauma into literary triumph. Allison Kennedy's life changed forever in 2004 when an IED attack left her with devastating spinal injuries during her service as one of only three women among 5,000 Iraqi soldiers. Despite chronic pain and a forced medical discharge from her dream of becoming the Navy's first female master chief petty officer, Kennedy found unexpected healing through writing. Her story of resilience has become an inspiration, leading to a published book and speaking engagements. Now, she encourages others facing challenges to push past their fears and pursue their dreams.
🏒 Hockey Scoreboard
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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 Aurora (5-21-1) | ||
vs NDCL* | L 4-1 |
🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Boys)
In a battle of struggling squads, Aurora found their groove to top Walsh Jesuit 67-58, improving to 7-13 while leaving the Warriors searching for answers at 2-19. Meanwhile, Southeast showed they're no one-trick Pirates, sailing past Newton Falls 58-48 in a league showdown that proved you don't need a compass to find your way to victory.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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| Aurora (7-13) | ||
vs Walsh Jesuit | W 67-58 | |
 Crestwood (16-4) | ||
@ Streetsboro | L 62-38 | |
 Field (8-13) | ||
@ North | W 50-42 | |
 Garfield (14-6) | ||
vs LaBrae | L 73-52 | |
 Southeast (12-9) | ||
vs Newton Falls | W 58-48 | |
 Rootstown (4-17) | ||
@ East Palestine | L 62-57 | |
 Roosevelt (5-15) | ||
vs Woodridge | L 72-61 | |
 Waterloo (3-18) | ||
vs McKinley | W 57-17 | |
 Streetsboro (18-3) | ||
vs Crestwood | W 62-38 |
🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Girls)
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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| Rootstown (21-1) | ||
vs Madison | W 71-55 |
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
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Custom homes with main-floor master: Custom homes can be built on your land for $293,100, featuring a main-floor master suite, an open-concept kitchen with a walk-in pantry, and three additional bedrooms for family living.
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🙏 In Remembrance
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