Good morning, Portage County. Mother Nature may have tried to steal the show, but Mumford & Sons proved Wednesday night that not even a 90-minute rain delay could dampen the spirit of 12,000+ dedicated fans at Blossom Music Center. The now-trio and their six-piece backing band raced against approaching storms, delivering an 18-song marathon that seamlessly blended intimate acoustic moments with their signature folk-rock energy—leaving soaked concertgoers with memories worth every raindrop.
Meanwhile, a decades-long vision is finally materializing in Seven Hills, where a $100 million development project promises to transform 50 acres of Rockside Road into a vibrant mix of healthcare, retail, and residential spaces by 2025. For those looking to combine health education with exercise this Friday, Cleveland Clinic's "Walk With a Provider" event offers Solon residents a free opportunity to strengthen both their knowledge and their bones during a guided community stroll.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🎸 Mumford & Sons battled a storm to deliver an unforgettable show. The band started their Blossom Music Center concert 30 minutes early Wednesday night, trying to outrun approaching weather but still had to split their performance with a 90-minute rain delay. Despite the challenges, the now-trio (following guitarist Winston Marshall's departure) delivered 18 songs across two sets, seamlessly blending folk and alternative rock with help from a six-piece backing band. Highlights included an intimate acoustic B-stage performance and a rousing rendition of "I Will Wait" that left the 12,000+ soaked but satisfied fans hoping for a quicker return to Northeast Ohio.
🏗️ Seven Hills' 50-acre Rockside Road dream is finally becoming reality. The $100 million development project includes a 60,000-square-foot rehabilitation hospital, retail spaces, and residential housing on land that has long awaited development. Mayor Anthony Biasiotta confirmed all governmental approvals are complete, with only utility work and permits remaining before construction can begin. The project is expected to generate nearly $500,000 in taxes for the city, over $700,000 for Parma City Schools, and approximately $400,000 in construction-related income taxes. While preliminary site work is starting now, the developer remains on track for completion in 2025.
🦴 Cleveland Clinic invites Solon residents to walk and learn about bone health. The free "Walk With a Provider" event takes place June 21 at 9 a.m. at the Solon Community Center. Caregivers from Solon Family Health Center will deliver a brief educational program before accompanying participants on a walk throughout the community center grounds. Attendees should gather at the senior center entrance wearing appropriate footwear and weather-suitable clothing. The initiative is part of Cleveland Clinic's ongoing series promoting health education and physical activity in the community.
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