Stories

#PeopleofCLE: Landon, a hopeful Christian in Euclid-Green
"I didn’t really think much of it for a long time, but I decided to start taking it seriously and learn what it means to be a Christian first around my junior year of high school."
24 Hours in #CLE: DJ personality Rachel Hunt lines up her perfect day in the city
A connoisseur of Cleveland, networking whiz Rachel Hunt shares some of her favorite spots for eating, drinking, shopping and just hanging out in our town.
Juice it up: Fawaky Burst opens its doors in Cleveland Heights
The cafe lifestyle is the focus of the second location of Fawaky Burst Smoothie and Juice Cafe, now serving breakfast in Cleveland Heights.
Fit for anyone: Amplio Fitness celebrates one year as CLE's only LGBTQ-focused wellness studio
One year in, Amplio Fitness is shaping up as a unique source of support for Cleveland's LGBTQ community on their path to wellness.
This Cleveland inventor is putting Mario Kart lovers in the driver's seat with a real-life version
Leave it to someone who works at Case Western Reserve University’s Sears think[box] to think out of the box. Ian Charnas' newest project is sure to appeal to lovers of Nintendo, nostalgia, and go-karting by bringing Mario Kart to life.
#PeopleofCLE: Tyler, a keyboard wizard since 6
"It wasn’t until college that I decided to take guitar lessons. It was ironic that all the stuff I taught myself was technically correct."
Who's Hiring in #CLE: Cleveland Foundation, Ohio City Inc., Shaker Heights, 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.
New dining options round out Fairmount Circle
Picnic Hill Market Cafe is the first of several new dining options coming to Fairmount Circle, near the campus of John Carroll University.
Filmmaker connects Cleveland to environmental success stories
Brad Masi uses the art of filmmaking to show how local actions in Northeast Ohio can address environmental issues such as transportation, urban agriculture and climate change.
Could a $235,000 diamond hold the key to a CLE nonprofit's future?

What happens when you mix a dazzling six-figure gem, a mysterious benefactor, and a high-stakes situation for a global nonprofit? No, it’s not the plot for the next James Bond movie — it’s the unfolding storyline for local nonprofit Because I Said I Would.

The City Mission gives 6th renovated house to family facing homelessness
The City Mission's New Horizons program is helping deserving families avoid homelessness, with assistance from a lot of donations and volunteers.
United Way supports groups fighting hunger year round
The fight against hunger doesn’t stop when the holidays are over. The United Way of Greater Cleveland supports a number of groups battling hunger the entire year, in ways that go beyond dollars.
Free Stamp: All things free in the #CLE for January 2020Powered by Cuyahoga Arts & Culture
FreshWater Cleveland's monthly "Free Stamp" feature rounds up the freshest free events in Cleveland.
Join FreshWater Cleveland for a free storytelling event in Euclid
Join FreshWater Cleveland as we celebrate Euclid’s vibrant history, beauty, and future through an inspiring evening of storytelling at Euclid Public Library.
Talking about trauma: Ride-along in Central gives Cleveland doctors new insight into patients’ lives
Doctors from St. Vincent Charity Medical Center explore issues involving trust and trauma with Central residents during a reverse ride-along hosted by the Cleveland Central Promise Neighborhood.
Central Kitchen sets the table for minority-owned craft food startups to flourish
Central Kitchen's two locations put it at the center of Cleveland's thriving craft food scene.
Nola Movement prepares to open inside UNBar Cafe in Larchmere in January
Nike Olabisi is always on the move, and she’s about to take the Larchmere neighborhood with her.
Cleveland officials say proposed police HQ will give economic boost to blighted Kinsman
City of Cleveland officials make their case for building a new police headquarters in the Kinsman neighborhood next to the Opportunity Corridor.
Lakewood rock climbing gym Nosotros prepares second location near Cleveland State
Nosotros Rock Climbing Gym in Lakewood is so successful, a second one is coming to downtown Cleveland.