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📰 NE Ohio Man Entangled in Diddy's Woes, Scooter's Dawg House Opens

Issue #093

In this Mentor Local Buzz Issue…

☁️ Mentor Weather - Abundant Sun - Temps 44 - 46

 🚨 Northeast Ohio Man Entangled in Diddy's Legal Woes as Alleged Contraband Courier

 📰 Ohio Boosts School Safety with State-of-the-Art Training Modules

 🩸 Mentor Hosts Vitalant Blood Drive with Special Incentives in April

 🐖 Lake County Recognizes the Vital Role of 4-H in Youth and Agricultural Engagement

🐈 Special Section: Dining & Entertainment 🌭Celebrate Spring at Scooter’s Dawg House with Signature Dogs and Legendary Fries!

 📰 Temporary Insulin Shortage Announced by Major Pharma Giant

  Vote for the Best of Mentor 2024 -- Who is the Best Italian Restaurant in Mentor?

 🤔 Trivia Question

 🎉 Events and Entertainment

 🤣 Something Funny

Abundant Sun - Temps 44-46

🚨Northeast Ohio Man Entangled in Diddy's Legal Woes as Alleged Contraband Courier

Miami-Dade PD

In Cleveland, Ohio, a local man, 25-year-old Brendan Paul, has been implicated in a high-profile legal case involving renowned music figure Sean "Diddy" Combs. Paul, who hails from Chagrin Falls and has a background as a basketball player at Syracuse University, was apprehended in Miami during a broader operation by Homeland Security targeting properties linked to Combs. Authorities have identified Paul as a significant figure in this case, suggesting his involvement as a courier for drugs and firearms. Legal documents reveal that Paul faces serious charges, including felony possession of cocaine and another controlled substance, with potential additional charges pending under the RICO Act.

Read More at fox19.com

📰Ohio Boosts School Safety with State-of-the-Art Training Modules

The Ohio Controlling Board has sanctioned a significant investment to enhance school safety training by allocating funds for two mobile modular shoot houses. These units, procured from Kontek Industries in North Carolina, are designed for dynamic live fire and scenario-based training for school districts with armed staff. They offer a versatile training environment with features like reconfigurable layouts and weatherproof construction, enabling realistic simulations and rapid deployment to various locations.

This initiative addresses the growing number of Ohio schools with armed personnel, a response partly driven by concerns over police response times in rural areas. A recent shift in state law has adjusted the training requirements for these staff members, reflecting a nuanced approach to ensuring their preparedness and the safety of students and faculty. The Ohio School Safety Center, a component of the Ohio Department of Public Safety, plays a pivotal role in overseeing the training protocols for armed school staff, emphasizing a structured and standardized approach to school safety.

Read More About this Story at YahooNews.com

🩸Mentor Hosts Vitalant Blood Drive with Special Incentives in April

Vitalant is hosting a blood drive on April 13 in Mentor, as part of a National Donate Life Month initiative to support organ transplant patients and others in need. Donors are encouraged to contribute, particularly those with type O blood, with a chance to win in the Blaze a Trail giveaway.

Locally, a blood drive is being held 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 13 at Harley – Western Reserve, 8567 Tyler Blvd. in Mentor.

🐖Lake County Recognizes the Vital Role of 4-H in Youth and Agricultural Engagement

The Lake County commissioners recently recognized Ohio 4-H Week, emphasizing the program's crucial role in agriculture and youth development. Commissioner John Plecnik highlighted the county's commitment to nurturing future leaders through support for 4-H. The program caters to youths aged 5-18, introducing younger participants to noncompetitive activities in the "Cloverbud" program. Lisa Manning, a local educator, described 4-H as the nation's largest youth development program, with Lake County's participants engaging in diverse activities from livestock projects to non-animal initiatives like shooting sports and leadership programs. The commissioners praised 4-H for its comprehensive approach to youth empowerment, focusing on leadership, responsibility, and community betterment.

Read More at lakecountyohio.gov

🌭Celebrate Spring at Scooter’s Dawg House with Signature Dogs and Legendary Fries!

Scooters Dawg House

Definitely one of the signs of spring… the reopening of Scooter’s Dawg House. This beloved hot dog establishment in Mentor is set to welcome patrons for its 24th season on March 30. Nestled just a couple of miles from Headlands Beach, Scooter’s Dawg House is a magnet for beachgoers and locals alike, known for its extensive selection of hot dogs and legendary fries.

With a menu boasting nearly two dozen unique hot dog variations, Scooter's offers something for every palate. The Chicago Dawg, a crowd favorite, comes loaded with an array of toppings including mustard, tomato, pickle, relish, onion, and celery salt. But the culinary experience doesn't stop at hot dogs; the restaurant's french fries have become nearly as famous. Daily, Scooter's goes through an astonishing 1,000 pounds of potatoes to serve their famed fresh-cut fries, offered in generously sized portions that continue to amaze even the most regular customers.

Besides the iconic dawgs and fries, the menu also includes burgers, a variety of ice cream options, milkshakes, and floats, ensuring a diverse and satisfying dining experience for all who visit.

Read More About this Story at Clevescene.com

📰Temporary Insulin Shortage Announced by Major Pharmaceutical Giant

Eli Lilly, a prominent Indianapolis-based pharmaceutical company and one of the world's top insulin producers, recently announced anticipated delays in its insulin production. This news is particularly impactful given Eli Lilly's historical significance in the commercialization of insulin since 1923, alongside other major manufacturers like Novo Nordisk and Sanofi. These three companies dominate the global insulin market and have been pivotal in both diabetes care advancement and the controversial surge in insulin pricing. With legislation in states like Kentucky, Maine, and New Mexico capping insulin prices, there's been some relief for the millions of Americans with diabetes.

However, the current production hiccup at Eli Lilly signifies a substantial concern, as the company forecasts a temporary scarcity of two popular insulin products, Humalog and its generic counterpart, insulin lispro. This shortage, attributed to manufacturing delays, is expected to last until early April, affecting the supply at wholesalers and some pharmacies. While Eli Lilly reassures that alternative forms of these medications remain accessible and advises patients to seek advice from healthcare providers, the situation underscores the vulnerabilities in the insulin supply chain, affecting countless individuals dependent on these essential medications.

WATCH or Read More About this Story at wilx.com

🍝Who is the Best Italian Restaurant in Mentor?

Click here or on the image above to nominate your favorite Italian Restaurant as the Best in Mentor 2024 by adding your vote in the comments of our Facebook post. If you prefer, you can also send us an email to: [email protected]
Winner to be announced next week so let your voice be heard!

Have an event to add? Let us know at [email protected]

March 29th (Friday)

  • Shark Attack Skate @ United Skates of American in Wickliffe - 10am-5pm - INFO

  • Vietnam War Veterans Day - Liberty Veterans Park in Painesville - 1pm - INFO

  • Seafood Buffet at LaMalfa in Mentor @ 4pm - INFO

  • Danny Jolles Comedy Tour LIVE - Billy’s Martini Bar in Mentor - Call the Venue to Confirm Start Time - Looks like 7:30pm - Tickets - INFO

  • Austin Hamilton @ Dukes n’ Boots ft: Jamie Cavalcante on Dobro. in Willoughby @ 8pm - INFO - Folk, Americana, Alternative Bluegrass & Country

March 30th (Saturday)

  • Underwater Easter Egg Hunt @ Mentor Community Recreation Center - 10am - 4pm - INFO - Help Scuba Bunny Find all the Eggs!
    Ages 11-15 (10am-11am), Ages 6-10 (11am-12pm), Ages 3-5 (12pm-1pm), and Ages 6-10 (1pm-2pm)

  • Easter Egg Hunt @ Kirtland Christian Fellowship @ 10am-12pm. FREE Event. - INFO

  • 22nd Annual Kids Easter Egg Hunt @ Shops by the Lake in Painesville. FREE Event. Starts at 10am - INFO

March 31st (Sunday)

  • Easter Brunch at LaMalfa in Mentor - 10am - INFO

  • Easter Brunch at Billy’s - A Cappelli Martini Bar in Mentor - 11:30am - INFO

April 1st (Monday)

  • Easter Monday Egg Roll 2024 - James A Garfield National Historic Site in Mentor - from 1-3pm. - INFO

 🤣 Something Funny 🤣

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