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Lakewood High School students and grads raise their voices against racism
Lakewood High School students came together last week to raise awareness of the issues surrounding race and racism in their community.
South Euclid’s own Nathanael Honvou takes home American Ninja Warrior Junior title
Nathanael Honvou may be just 10 years old, but his competitive spirit is fierce. So fierce, that it earned him the title of American Ninja Warrior Junior last week.
COVID-19 Rapid Response Fund grants $6.6 million to date, extends grantmaking through July
Another round of grants by the COVID-19 Rapid Response Fund awarded $928,000 to 18 organizations this week. 
Downtown cleanup doesn’t erase larger problem of injustice, volunteers say
Local residents who helped clean up the destruction caused by rioters on May 30 find hope, pride, and a need for change in the shards they swept up.
City of Cleveland takes heed, declares racism a public health crisis
Cleveland City Council declared racism a public health crisis last week. With 23 organizations supporting the resolution, the real work begins in wiping out inequities across the city and Northeast Ohio.
Pulling back the curtain on people watching in the age of Coronavirus
Kathleen Osborne admits she's become a video conference voyeur as more people are revealing their home lives  on camera while in quarantine.
A ninja in Cleveland: 10-year-old athlete makes it to American Ninja Warrior Junior finals
A record holder for his running speed and abilities on a pogo stick, 10-year-old South Euclid resident Nathanael Honvou will compete in the finals during Friday's American Ninja Warrior Junior competition.
West Side Catholic Center raises funds to make improvements at Ohio City Pizzeria
West Side Catholic Center's mission is to help all who come to them in need of food, clothing, shelter, advocacy and a path to self-sufficiency. Ohio City Pizzeria is one way the nonprofit provides hands-on job training. Now, WSCC is holding a fundraiser to step up its training and offer more personalized coaching.
Detroit Shoreway uses grant to help both its local businesses and residents during hard times
Thanks to a $56,000 Cleveland Foundation COVID-19 grant the Detroit Shoreway Community Development Corporation is paying six local eateries to cook free meals for those who need them—helping both residents and small business owners.
Sign of the times: Old Fashion Hot Dog sign makes its way to a new home
After Old Fashion Hot Dog closed in March, the owners of All Things for You a few doors down bought the iconic neon sign and are creating a nostalgic mini-museum in their vintage store.
Like a boss: This new book shines a light on 20 CLE women to watch
Appropriately sized at 216 pages, the new book Boss Ladies of CLE highlights some of our city's top female talent.
Community mourns Desmond Franklin, rallies for action at peaceful protest
More than 1,500 people gathered at the Cleveland Police Second District precinct on Saturday to demand justice for 22-year-old Desmond Franklin, who was short by an off-duty officer in April. 
It’s time to speak up. And to listen.
Kathleen Osborne voices her outrage at the murder of George Floyd, and calls upon us all to start a conversation.
Taking it to the street: Cleveland Heights considers loosening outdoor dining and entertainment laws
As restaurants and bars re-open, Cleveland Heights business owners and city officials are working together to come up with new ways to social distance while mingling outside. 
A day in the life of a Cleveland Food Bank truck driver during COVID-19
John Daniel "JD" Aylward  and U.S. Marshal Tony Keffer take pride in helping the Greater Cleveland Food Bank deliver much-needed food to an increasing number of Clevelanders.
Sprucing up: Nature Center begins renovations on Stearns Woodland Trail

The renovations planned for the Nature Center at Shaker Lakes' Stearns Woodland Trail will create a natural learning wonderland, complete with a treehouse.

Who's Hiring in #CLE: Two Men and a Truck, Runyon and Sons, TownHall, and more
Need a job? Check out the latest edition of FreshWater Cleveland's “Who’s Hiring” series, where we feature growing companies with open positions, what they’re looking for, and how to apply.
Free Stamp: All things free and socially distant in the #CLE for June 2020Powered by Cuyahoga Arts Culture
Our monthly "Free Stamp" feature rounds up the freshest free events in Cleveland. Due to the coronavirus crisis, all activities follow social distancing guidelines. This feature is powered by Cuyahoga Arts & Culture.
Culinary Crisis: Anna in the Raw’s Anna Harouvis puts her café family first as she reopens
Anna Harouvis, raw food chef and owner of Anna in the Raw on E. 9th Street, shares her story of weathering the coronavirus and her hopes for the future.
A day of emotion at the Justice for George Floyd march
The "I can't Breathe: Justice for George Flynn" memorial protest began as an event of mourning and solidarity. But as the crowd wound its way from Willard Park to the Justice Center, things began to escalate.