In this Mentor Local Buzz Issue…

⛅ Mentor Weather - Sunny - Temps 67-71

 🎉 Mentor Live Events - 50+ Live Events. Events Added Daily

 🎃 Corn & Pumpkin Weekend at Lake Metroparks: Fall Fun for All 

 📈 Mentor’s Retail Vacancy Climbs Despite Positive Trends in Lake County

 🚨 Mentor Police Seek Public Help in Identifying Females in Ongoing Investigation

 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Special Section: Food & Recipes: 🍩 Oven-Baked Apple Rings: A Chewy, Cinnamon Delight for Fall

 🥭 Healthy Mango Fruit Leather: A No-Sugar-Added Snack for All Ages

 🏈 Mentor Cardinals Dominate Shaker Heights, Improve to 7-0

 🏈 Lake Catholic Cruises to 46-7 Victory Over Padua Franciscan

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🎃 Corn & Pumpkin Weekend at Lake Metroparks: Fall Fun for All

This weekend is the perfect opportunity to experience fall fun at the Corn & Pumpkin Weekend at Lake Metroparks Farmpark, presented by Playground World. Running from October 5th to 6th, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., this event promises a celebration of two autumn harvest favorites—corn and pumpkins.

Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities including navigating a corn maze, watching traditional harvest demonstrations, and participating in seasonal fun like pumpkin bowling and corn husk crafts. Don’t miss the chance to savor treats like apple slushies while celebrating the best of fall.

For more details, visit goto.lakemetroparks.com/corn-pumpkin.

📈 Mentor’s Retail Vacancy Climbs Despite Positive Trends in Lake County

The Cleveland retail market for the third quarter of 2024, as detailed in a report by CoStar, tracks over 200 million square feet of retail space across eight Northeast Ohio counties. These counties include Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Portage, Medina, and Summit. The overall vacancy rate for the third quarter held steady at 4.3%, though it reflects a slight increase compared to the 4.0% vacancy rate recorded during the same period in 2023.

Lake County, home to approximately 18 million square feet of retail space across 1,422 buildings, saw positive shifts in occupancy. The vacancy rate in Lake County dropped to 4.6% in the third quarter, improving from 5.5% in the second quarter of 2024 and showing a significant decrease from 5.3% in the third quarter of 2023. The city of Mentor, the largest contributor to Lake County’s retail landscape with 7.9 million square feet of space, accounts for 43% of the county’s total retail space.

However, Mentor's vacancy rate rose to 6.6%, marking a 0.4% increase compared to both the second quarter of 2024 and the same period in 2023. Among the largest vacant properties in the city are spaces at 7960-8000 Plaza Blvd (72,870 square feet), 7723 Mentor Ave (64,500 square feet), and 8445-8485 Market St (38,000 square feet).

This analysis was prepared in October 2024 by the City of Mentor’s Planning and Development Department.

Source: cityofmentor.com

🚨 Mentor Police Seek Public Help in Identifying Females in Ongoing Investigation

The Mentor Police Department is seeking assistance from the public in identifying several females involved in an ongoing investigation. Authorities have released photos of the individuals in question and are encouraging anyone with information about their identities or the case to come forward.

If you recognize any of the individuals or have relevant details, you're asked to contact Officer Haddad at 440-255-1234, referencing case #24-23667. Alternatively, you can send a private message to the police department.

See Mentor Police Department’s Facebook Page

🍩 Oven-Baked Apple Rings: A Chewy, Cinnamon Delight for Fall

These oven-baked Apple Rings are a delightful autumn treat, featuring chewy apple slices coated in a sweet, cinnamon-sugar dough. With a crispy, caramelized outer layer and a soft center, they capture the cozy flavors of fall perfectly. Ideal for those who enjoy baked apple desserts like fritters or donuts, these apple rings offer a warm and comforting bite that pairs well with the cool weather. The blend of apples and cinnamon, baked until golden and fragrant, makes this a must-have recipe for the season.

These Apple Rings won’t last long at your house… they didn’t at mine.

See the Full Recipe at The Conscious Plant Kitchen

🥭 Healthy Mango Fruit Leather: A No-Sugar-Added Snack for All Ages (Kids Love It)

Mango fruit leather is a wholesome, no-sugar-added snack that both kids and adults can enjoy. This simple treat is ideal for packing in lunchboxes, whether it's for school or work, or as a healthy snack or dessert option at home. Made with just a few ingredients—pureed mangoes, water, and a splash of lemon juice—it’s a naturally sweet alternative to sugary snacks. This recipe offers a guilt-free option that satisfies cravings without unnecessary additives, making it a great choice for those looking for a healthier treat.

You’ve got to check out Eating Well’s recipe here. Great for lunches and snacks!

🏈 Mentor Cardinals Dominate Shaker Heights, Improve to 7-0

Mentor High School's football team continues to dominate the Greater Cleveland Conference, defeating Shaker Heights 45-6 in an away game on Friday night. The Cardinals, currently ranked second in the cleveland.com Top 25 and first in the Division I, Region 1 OHSAA playoff standings, showed their strength from the start.

Quarterback Scotty Fox led the team with an outstanding performance, throwing three touchdown passes and running for another. Running back Jackson Farley contributed with two rushing touchdowns, while receiver Justen Hodge snagged two of Fox’s touchdown passes. Mentor's scoring began with a 32-yard field goal by Dylan Tackett, followed by Fox’s 56-yard touchdown pass to Hodge.

Shaker Heights briefly responded with a rushing touchdown set up by a Mentor interception, but the extra point was blocked. Mentor extended their lead in the second quarter with Farley's two rushing touchdowns and Fox's own 2-yard score. In the third quarter, Fox connected for a 20-yard touchdown to Hodge and a 37-yard touchdown to Dominic Burns, solidifying the victory.

The Cardinals, now 7-0 overall and 3-0 in conference play, are preparing to face Brunswick on October 11. Meanwhile, Shaker Heights (2-5, 0-3) will look to regroup as they visit Strongsville.

Read More at cleveland.com

🏈 Lake Catholic Cruises to 46-7 Victory Over Padua Franciscan

In a dominant conference matchup, the Lake Catholic Cougars triumphed over the Padua Franciscan Bruins with a 46-7 victory. The Cougars opened the game by securing an early 3-0 lead with a field goal before quarterback Frankie Trinetti connected with Patrick Radigan on a 41-yard touchdown pass. The team extended its lead when Trinetti followed up with a 29-yard touchdown pass to Cross Nimmo, making it 17-0 late in the first half.

The Cougars maintained their momentum throughout the game. Harley Forkins added to the score with a 23-yard field goal, and Michael Valentino sealed the deal with a 1-yard touchdown run in the final quarter. Despite Padua Franciscan's efforts, they were unable to keep up, with Lake Catholic cruising to an impressive 46-7 win.

Lake Catholic extends their record to 7-0.

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