In this Mentor Local Buzz Issue…

⛅ Mentor Weather - Cooler - Clouds giving way to sun - Temps 59-61

 📰 Hand-Held Metal Detectors Now in Use at Mentor School District

 🌪️ Ohio Leads the U.S. in Tornado Count as 2024 Season Starts Strong

 📰 Mother Arrested for Child Endangerment After Cruise Trip

 📰 Northeast Ohio Witnesses Unusual Visibility of Canadian Landmarks

 🥎 Mentor's Third-Inning Rally Secures Victory Over Brunswick

 🥍 Strongsville Dominates Mentor in Girls Lacrosse Showdown

 🥍 Mustangs Overpower Cardinals in One-Sided Lacrosse Clash

 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Special Section: Pet Corner: 🐕‍🦺 🐕‍🦺 Ohio Residents Demand Reform Following Shocking Animal Cruelty Case

 🐶 Master the Art of Fetch: Expert Tips to Train Your Dog

 🤔 Trivia Question

 🥇 BEST IN MENTOR 2024 🥩 Who Has the Best Steak in Mentor?

 🎉 Events and Entertainment

 🤣 Something Funny

📰 Hand-Held Metal Detectors Now in Use at Mentor School District

The Mentor School District has implemented a security policy allowing trained administrators to use metal detectors on students in grades 6 through 12 using hand-held metal detectors, also known as wands, to screen for dangerous or unauthorized items such as weapons and vape pens. The policy, which began on April 15, mandates searches under reasonable suspicions of violations of law or school rules, with procedures in place to protect student privacy and ensure transparency.

Get the Details at the News-Herald

🌪️ Ohio Leads the U.S. in Tornado Count as 2024 Season Starts Strong

Ohio has surged ahead in the number of tornadoes in the early months of 2024, recording 38 tornadoes and surpassing its usual annual average of 21. This marks a record start to the tornado season, with Florida trailing closely. Tornado activity in Ohio is expected to peak from April to June, although severe weather frequency generally begins to increase in March.

For More, Read the dispatch.com

📰 Mother Arrested for Child Endangerment After Cruise Trip

A Texas woman was arrested and charged with child endangerment for leaving her young children home alone while she went on a cruise for nearly a week. Neighbors at a Houston high-rise alerted authorities, who found the children in a neglected state. The mother, Lakesha Woods Williams, allegedly monitored her children through a camera and maintained contact via text during her absence.

Read More at fox8.com

📰 Northeast Ohio Witnesses Unusual Visibility of Canadian Landmarks

Residents of Northeast Ohio were treated to the rare sight of the Canadian shoreline across Lake Erie, made possible by a temperature inversion caused by warm air and cold lake water. This optical effect, captured in photographs by local observers, allowed distant objects like wind turbines and cargo ships to be visible from unusually long distances.

Read the Rest of the Story Here at fox8.com

🥎 Mentor's Third-Inning Rally Secures Victory Over Brunswick Blue Devils

The Mentor Cardinal girls varsity softball team defeated the Brunswick Blue Devils 9-4, powered by a seven-run burst in the third inning. Highlights included a home run by Maddy Menough and a triple by Gabi Dadiante, with pitcher Addison Belviso allowing two earned runs over seven innings. Mentor's record now stands at 9-4, while Brunswick's is at 7-2.

🥍 Strongsville Mustangs Dominate Mentor Cardinals in Girls Lacrosse Showdown

The Mentor Cardinals varsity girls lacrosse team lost to the Strongsville Mustangs 16-4 in a non-conference game. Mentor's Nina Sabat faced 25 shots and made 9 saves, while Ella Predina, Sydney Fink, and Abby Harps scored the goals. Mentor's record now stands at 0-6-1, and Strongsville's at 3-3.

🥍 Mustangs Overpower Cardinals in One-Sided Lacrosse Clash

In a challenging non-conference game, the Mentor Cardinals varsity boys lacrosse team faced a tough defeat, falling to the Strongsville Mustangs with a final score of 13-5. The game highlighted the Mustangs' strong offensive tactics and effective defense, which overwhelmed the Cardinals throughout the match.

💦 FTTB CLEANERS HAS IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR CLEANING FANATICS!

The phone is ringing and we keep growing! Founded in 2002, FTTB CLEANERS is celebrating 22 years in business! We do residential, commercial and post construction cleaning. Great opportunities available for YOU!

What we are looking for:

→Positive attitude
→High energy
→Thoroughness
→Dependability
→Trustworthiness
→Must have your own insured vehicle
→Must pass a background check

What we offer:

→Great hourly pay rate
→Paid tips
→Paid training
→Advancement opportunities
→No night or weekends
→$500.00 sign-on bonus

FTTB CLEANERS IS HIRING RESIDENTIAL CLEANERS.
Are you tired of staying at the same place? Would you rather be active at work? Do you like being recognized for going above and beyond! The perfect candidate loves to clean. Must be friendly, punctual, and able to perform physical work. No nights or weekends. No experience necessary. We will train you. $500.00 sign on bonus after 90 days. Potential advancement to trainer/supervisor. Monday-Friday 830am-5pm
$18.00 an hour. $720.00 a week plus tips!

FTTB CLEANERS IS LOOKING TO HIRE POST CONSTRUCTION CLEANERS.
Candidate must be punctual, reliable and able to perform physical work. Must be able to work from an 8ft. ladder and wash floors by hand.
$18.00-$20.00 AN HOUR PART TIME & FULL TIME HOURS

LOOKING TO HIRE A POST CONSTRUCTION CLEANING SUPERVISOR.
Qualified candidate must be punctual & professional. Duties include delegating and leading the cleaning team to load and unload equipment, ladders and supplies. Supervise and work simultaneously with the cleaning team. Knowledge of supplies and equipment. Must be able to work from a 10ft ladder and do physical work. Candidate must oversee all activity to ensure quality of work and follow safety precautions.
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Call 440-856-9033 / Email: [email protected]

🐕‍🦺 Ohio Residents Demand Reform Following Shocking Animal Cruelty Case

A viral TikTok video of 40 dogs in poor conditions in Delaware County, Ohio, has led to their rescue and sparked a movement for stronger state animal welfare laws. The dogs were found chained and living in muddy areas with insufficient shelter. The property owner, already known to authorities since 2020, is now facing charges. This incident has intensified calls for clear legal standards on animal tethering and shelter in Ohio, where current laws are deemed too vague to offer effective protection.

WATCH and Read More About this Story at fox8.com

🐶 Master the Art of Fetch: Expert Tips to Train Your Dog

Welcome to our tutorial on how to teach your dog the fun game of fetch! If you’ve ever struggled with a dog that loves chasing the toy but just won’t bring it back, you're in the right place. Today, we're learning from a 5-time Disc Dog World Champion, who will share expert tips to make fetching a rewarding game that your dog will want to play again and again. We'll cover selecting the right toy, encouraging your dog to return with the toy, and gradually increasing the challenge. So, grab your dog’s favorite toy, and let’s get started!

No additional details today due to technical issues.

🥩 Who Has the Best Steak in Mentor?

Click here or on the image above to nominate your favorite restaurant for the best STEAK in Mentor as part of the Best in Mentor 2024. Place your vote by adding a comment on our Facebook post in the link. If you prefer, you can send us an email to: [email protected]
Winner to be announced THIS WEEK so let your voice be heard!

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April 18th (Thursday)

• Tiny Tot’s Storytime at Wildwood in Mentor: Earth Day! 11am-12pm - INFO

• Original Sewing & Quilting Expo - IX Center Cleveland - April 18-20th - INFO

April 19th (Friday)

• Its a 70s Party at Hooley Mentor - at 8:30pm - INFO

April 20th (Saturday)

• Celebrate Earth Day at Wildwood in Mentor - 10-2pm - INFO

• Iron Horses & Buckin’ Bulls - Mechanical Bull Rides, Live Music and More. Mentor - 11am-2pm - INFO

• Movie Afternoons at Wildwood: Pokeman Detective! - 4-7pm - INFO

April 21st (Sunday)

• Blackbrook Audubon Welcomes Returning Avian Migrants - Witness the Arrival of Migrating Birds - in Mentor - 7:30am (Sundays April 21, 28 & May 12 & 19) - INFO

• Earth Day Celebration at Lake Metroparks in Kirtland - 9am - INFO

 🤣 Something Funny 🤣

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