NEOhio Daily Briefing — April 26, 2026
Daily Briefing — Northeast Ohio
Good morning — it’s Sunday, April 26, and spring is showing up across Northeast Ohio. Here’s what mattered locally in the last 24 hours so you can start the week informed.
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Stars Over Northeast Ohio — Sunday, April 26, 2026
Horoscope — Northeast Ohio
Taurus season grounds the sky today with slow, sensual energy—an invitation to tend your values, your body, and the small pleasures that build a steady life. Beneath that earthy calm there's a hint...
Green City Council Hears Road Complaints, Awards Paving Contracts at April 14 Meeting
City Council — Green
Green City Council heard urgent pleas from residents on Waterville, Watervale, and Serenity Lane while advancing paving contracts, opioid settlement funds, and a revised fee schedule at the April 14, 2026 meeting.
Green Planning Commission Advances 101-Home Greensburg Meadow Development
Zoning — Green
Green's Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to send the Greensburg Meadow planned development to city council, approving a revised 101-home concept plan with new access and open space changes.
WATCH: Browns Pick 9 OT Spencer Fano Highlights!
Cleveland Sports Talk — Cleveland
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Watch: Browns Pick 24 WR KC Concepcion Highlights
Cleveland Sports Talk — Cleveland
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WATCH: WR Denzel Boston Browns 2nd Round Pick Highlights
Cleveland Sports Talk — Cleveland
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WATCH: Safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren Highlights!
Cleveland Sports Talk — Cleveland
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Browns Add Help In Round One
Cleveland Sports Talk — Cleveland
The Browns addressed two of their biggest needs on Thursday night. They took former Utah... The post Browns Add Help In Round One appeared first on Cleveland Sports Talk .
Parma School Board Member Resigns in Wake of Valley Forge Student's Death
School Board — Parma
Parma City Schools board member Dr. Leah Euerle resigned April 25 citing harassment, internal conflict and 'recent tragic events' following the suicide of an 18-year-old Valley Forge High School student inside the school cafeteria on April 21.
Two Shot at Brecksville Business Park; Ohio BCI Investigating
Public Safety — Brecksville
A security guard and a delivery driver were hospitalized after a shooting Friday morning at Snowville Plaza in Brecksville. Ohio BCI and the Cuyahoga County Sheriff's Department are assisting with the investigation.
Cleveland Clinic Heads to Valor Acres as Brecksville Planning Commission Greenlights Subdivision, Businesses
Business & Commerce — Brecksville
Brecksville Planning Commission reviewed conceptual plans for a Cleveland Clinic medical office building at Valor Acres, gave final approval to Woodlands of Snowville Phase 3 and four business signs at its April 23, 2026 meeting.
Brecksville City Council Honors Athletes, Advances Infrastructure Projects
City Council — Brecksville
Brecksville City Council honored championship wrestling and gymnastics teams while advancing Central School demolition funding, road work, fire station repairs and a federal transit grant application at its April 21, 2026 meeting.
Stars Over Northeast Ohio — Saturday, April 25, 2026
Horoscope — Northeast Ohio
Late-April energy feels like a slow, steady deep breath: the Sun in Taurus roots you in sensuous practicality while Venus smooths social edges and Mars adds a quiet insistence to get things finishe...
NEOhio Daily Briefing — April 25, 2026
Daily Briefing — Northeast Ohio
Good Saturday morning — spring is settling in across Northeast Ohio, and there’s a quiet buzz of civic planning, high-school playoffs and community events to start your weekend. Here’s what mattere...
Aurora Mayor Ann Womer Benjamin, Green Building Award, and Sustainability
City Council — Aurora
City of Aurora Mayor Ann Womer Benjamin receives the Green Building Award from the Portage Park District Foundation for her dedication to sustainability.
Sports Feature: Parker Abbuhl, Boys Lacrosse, and Player of the Week Honors
School Board — Aurora
Aurora High School sophomore Parker Abbuhl earns Player of the Week honors for his defensive leadership and ground ball dominance in AHS Boys Lacrosse.
Sports Feature: Aurora High School Tennis, Revere Victory, and Second Doubles
School Board — Aurora
Aurora Greenmen tennis defeats Revere after a dramatic second doubles win by Karthik and Revan following a thunder delay.
Macedonia Council Meeting: Town Center Land Acquisition, Highland Road Demolition, and ODOT Intersection Upgrades
City Council — Macedonia
During the April 23, 2026, session, officials also authorized a major intersection improvement project at State Route 8 and Highland Road in partnership with ODOT. These actions represent a significant push by the city to revitalize key commercial corridors and address dilapidated properties. Macedo
Sports Recap: Nordonia Varsity Knights Victories, Explosive Offense, and Late-Inning Heroics
Sports — Macedonia
MACEDONIA, Ohio – The Nordonia Varsity Knights athletic programs dominated the diamond on April 23, 2026, as both the baseball and softball teams secured pivotal victories against tough Suburban League competition. The Nordonia Varsity Knights saw the baseball team edge out Kenston in a 4-3 thriller
Star Center Foundation Raffles $450 Spa Package for Mother's Day
Community — Rocky River
The Star Center Foundation is raffling a $450 Mother's Day spa package including salon services, massage certificates and at-home essentials. Winner announced May 8. Enter at RallyUp.
NEOhio Daily Briefing — April 24, 2026
Daily Briefing — Northeast Ohio
Good Friday — and a bright spring morning across Northeast Ohio. If you’ve stepped outside already, you know the season is in full swing: community events and ball games are back on the calendar, a...
Stars Over Northeast Ohio — Friday, April 24, 2026
Horoscope — Northeast Ohio
The Sun settles into steady Taurus today, bathing the region in late-spring earthy energy that favors patience, pleasure, and practical progress. A quicker, restless current stirs beneath that stea...
Keep it Balanced Throughout the Day!
Community — Nordonia Hills
Eating smaller meals and snacks throughout the day is a simple and effective strategy for maintaining a healthy body weight. Instead of relying on two or three large meals that can leave you feeling overly full or sluggish, spreading your intake across the day helps keep your metabolism engaged and
Sports Recap: Nordonia Varsity Sports, Home Run Heroics, and Pitching Duels
Sports — Macedonia
MACEDONIA, Ohio – The Nordonia Varsity sports teams experienced a challenging day of competition on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, as both the baseball and softball squads dropped their respective contests. While the Lady Knights’ softball team showcased significant power with multiple home runs in a hi
Macedonia Police Blotter: Dispute at Local Dental Office and Shoplifting Arrest at Walmart
Public Safety — Macedonia
Macedonia Police recently addressed a heated billing dispute at a local dental office and a shoplifting incident at a retail center involving a mobile scan-and-go transaction. These incidents, which occurred between April 14 and April 16, 2026, resulted in one arrest for theft and a formal trespassi
Portage County, Ohio - League of Women Voters Brings Tony Award-Winning Broadway Musical Suffs to Hiram College in Free Community Screening
Public Works — Portage County
Join the League of Women Voters for a free screening of the Tony-winning musical Suffs at Hiram College on May 8. Learn about the suffrage movement.
Mother’s Day Gift Guide #2: Local Spots With Something Special for Every Mom
Community — Nordonia Hills
Related content: Our First Mother’s Day Gift Guide: Local Shopping, Boutique Finds, and Spa Packages Still shopping for mom? You’re in luck. This is our second Mother’s Day gift guide, and it’s packed with local options that go beyond the ordinary. Whether mom is a foodie, a health enthusiast, an an
Summit County Celebrates America’s 250th with Heritage Tree Planting
Community — Summit County
SUMMIT COUNTY, OHIO—Summit County marked both Earth Day and the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary with a ceremonial Heritage Tree planting today at the Perkins Stone Mansion, bringing together community leaders, environmental partners, and residents to honor Summit County’s contributions to the na
Christopher’s Nordonia Sports Report: Knights Fall to North Royalton, Revenge on the Horizon, and Wadsworth Showdown
Sports — Nordonia Hills
Knight Watch: A weekly Nordonia Sports Roundup written by student reporter Christopher Hovanetz, sharing highlights and updates from across Knight Nation — all year long. Weekly Sports Newsletter Baseball: Knights Fall to North Royalton, Revenge on the Horizon The Nordonia Knights baseball team suff
Frontier League Rebrands to National Association of Professional Baseball Beginning 2027
Sports — Avon
The Frontier League will become the National Association of Professional Baseball (NAPB) in 2027, following record attendance and North American expansion.
Stars Over Northeast Ohio — Thursday, April 23, 2026
Horoscope — Northeast Ohio
Taurus season settles over Northeast Ohio like a slow, warming breeze off Lake Erie, asking us to trade hurry for habit and flash for reliability. The Sun's steadying influence favors tangible prog...
NEOhio Daily Briefing — April 23, 2026
Daily Briefing — Northeast Ohio
Good Thursday morning — welcome to your NEOhio.news briefing as spring settles in across Northeast Ohio. Expect another busy day for local government, development and high school sports as communit...
Nordonia Knights Girls Flag Football Stays Undefeated with Senior Night Sweep and First-Place Win Over North Royalton
Sports — Nordonia Hills
The Nordonia Knights girls flag football team kicked off a big weekend with Senior Night on Friday, hosting a doubleheader against Medina Christian and Highland. The Knights opened the evening on defense against Medina Christian and quickly set the tone. Sophomore Rylee Lowery made key flag pulls to
AG Yost Marks Earth Day With New Round of Grants to Fight Illegal Dumping
Community — Nordonia Hills
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) — In recognition of Earth Day, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost today announced a second round of funding through his “Shine a Light on Dumpers” initiative, making another $1 million in grants available to help local communities clean up illegal dump sites and prevent future dumping.
Sports Recap: Nordonia Varsity Baseball and Softball Fall in Hard-Fought Contests
Sports — Macedonia
MACEDONIA, Ohio – The Nordonia Varsity Baseball and Softball teams both faced challenging matchups on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, resulting in losses for both squads. The Nordonia Varsity Baseball and Softball programs showed flashes of excellence, particularly on the mound and at the plate, but were u
Twinsburg Planning Commission: New Wrestling Gym, Industrial Lot Split, and Zoning Updates
Zoning — Twinsburg
Twinsburg Planning Commission approves a new wrestling gym and a strategic lot split for the vacant Vantage Point office complex to boost local business.
North Royalton Mayor Larry Antoskiewicz Retiring April 30 After Health Crisis
City Council — North Royalton
North Royalton Mayor Larry Antoskiewicz announced his retirement effective April 30, citing a life-threatening medical event and difficult recovery after 20 years of service to the city.
Brook Park Council Unanimously Approves Browns Stadium Pre-Development Deal
City Council — Brook Park
Brook Park City Council unanimously approved a pre-development agreement with Haslam Sports Group on April 21, advancing the $2.6 billion domed Browns stadium project and securing $24.8 million for the city.
NEOhio Daily Briefing — April 22, 2026
Daily Briefing — Northeast Ohio
Good morning — it’s Wednesday, April 22, 2026, and spring is finally showing up across Northeast Ohio. We’ve got local planning news, playoff buildup for Cavs fans, and a handful of community safet...
Stars Over Northeast Ohio — Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Horoscope — Northeast Ohio
The Taurus Sun steadies the week's energy, calling us to slow, savor, and put systems in place — a day for tactile progress rather than dramatic leaps. Practical planetary currents favor money matt...
Macedonia Planning Commission Approves The Valley Reserve Phase 2, Construction Bonds, and Final Plat Requirements
Zoning & Ordinance — Macedonia
MACEDONIA, Ohio – The Macedonia Planning Commission officially approved the final plat for Phase 2 of The Valley Reserve subdivision during its meeting on April 20, 2026. This approval allows the residential development to progress into its next stage, provided the developer addresses minor administ
Cavaliers Playoff Series Preview
Cleveland Sports Talk — Cleveland
The Cavs start off the 2025-2026 playoffs against the Toronto Raptors. At first glance, the... The post Cavaliers Playoff Series Preview appeared first on Cleveland Sports Talk .
Cavaliers First Round Preview
Cleveland Sports Talk — Cleveland
The Cavaliers begin the playoffs Saturday afternoon, hosting the Toronto Raptors. The teams have some... The post Cavaliers First Round Preview appeared first on Cleveland Sports Talk .
Who do the Browns Really Need in the First Round?
Cleveland Sports Talk — Cleveland
With two first round picks, and a whole lot of talent around that area of... The post Who do the Browns Really Need in the First Round? appeared first on Cleveland Sports Talk .
Solon Police Reports: Arrest for Assault, Late-Night Steakhouse Dispute, and Harassing Social Media Messages
Public Safety — Solon
Solon Police arrest a man for assault at a local hotel and investigate steakhouse disputes, social media stalking, and prank calls in Northeast Ohio.
NEOhio Daily Briefing — April 21, 2026
Daily Briefing — Northeast Ohio
Good Tuesday morning — a spring day in Northeast Ohio brings coaching changes, championship celebrations, and a few reminders that community work is never done.
Stars Over Northeast Ohio — Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Horoscope — Northeast Ohio
The Sun settles into steady Taurus, grounding the week with sensual, slow-building energy that asks you to value comfort, resources, and what truly sustains you. With practical Mercury tones and Ve...
Nordonia Football Coach Jeff Fox Resigns After 14 Seasons; Scott Barwidi Recommended as Successor
School Board — Macedonia
A Knights coaching legend heads home as a familiar face steps up to carry on the tradition MACEDONIA, Ohio — Nordonia High School Head Football Coach Jeff Fox has announced his resignation after 14 seasons leading the Knights program. Fox will return to his alma mater, Willoughby South High School,
UnCAPped AAU 4th Grade Team Wins Midwest Spring Slam Championship
Sports — Twinsburg
The UnCAPped AAU 4th grade girls basketball team, featuring six Twinsburg athletes, won the Midwest Spring Slam Tournament championship this weekend.
Community Bulletin Board
Legacy Village dining transformation underway — EVOO open, Shinto, Saffron Patch, and The Legacy coming in 2026
Business & Commerce — Lyndhurst
Vallourec breaks ground on $48M manufacturing line at Youngstown plant
Business & Commerce — Youngstown
Charter Next Generation investing $106.3M in 157,000 sq ft expansion on Lexington campus
Business & Commerce — Lexington
Solon lifestyle center development advances — brownfield grant extended, vertical construction next milestone
Commercial Real Estate — Solon
Lao Sze Chuan opening second Ohio location in Strongsville SouthPark Mall — taking over former Red Lobster space
Business & Commerce — Strongsville
Broadview Heights approves commercial and medical office development at I-77 and Route 82 — includes UH urgent care
Zoning & Ordinance — Broadview Heights
STEAK Chagrin expanding Tremont concept to former Burntwood Tavern space in Chagrin Falls
Business & Commerce — Chagrin Falls
Great Day Improvement (Hudson) operating 412 jobs across Walton Hills, Bedford, and Twinsburg facilities
Business & Commerce — Hudson
Master Chrome brownfield site at 5709 Herman Ave. in Gordon Square fenced off; building demolition starting soon, contaminated soil removal to follow
Commercial Real Estate — Cleveland
West Side Market's $50M renovation continues — KeyBank Produce Arcade section reopened January 9 after extensive HVAC and electrical upgrades
Commercial Real Estate — Cleveland
Case Western Reserve University's Adelbert Gym at 2128 Adelbert Rd. undergoing $7.9 million renovation in University Circle
Commercial Real Estate — Cleveland
Barnes & Noble planning 60-store national expansion in 2026; Northeast Ohio locations to be determined
Business & Commerce — Northeast Ohio
Major light-industrial, warehousing, and life sciences development planned near Cleveland Hopkins Airport — details emerging
Commercial Real Estate — Cleveland
Ambler Apartments on West 26th Street in Ohio City: 109-unit residential building continuing construction into 2026
Commercial Real Estate — Cleveland
Rosy, a new restaurant concept by the team behind Cordelia, opening at 2912 Church Ave. before the holidays
Business & Commerce — Cleveland
Paper Tiger and Juliet — two new fine dining concepts by HSB Architects and Panzica Construction — under construction at Northeast Ohio locations
Business & Commerce — Northeast Ohio
Mentor road resurfacing project begins on Tyler Blvd next week
Public Works — Mentor
Lakewood Planning Commission agenda posted for March 11
City Council — Lakewood
Twinsburg fire department accepting summer camp registrations
Community — Twinsburg
Canton zoning board meeting rescheduled to March 20
Zoning & Ordinance — Canton
Rocky River library hosting free tax prep through April 15
Community — Rocky River
Brunswick water main flushing scheduled March 10-14
Public Works — Brunswick
Cuyahoga Falls concert series lineup announced for June
Community — Cuyahoga Falls
Beachwood leaf collection ends March 15
Public Works — Beachwood
Ashtabula County road levy renewal on May ballot
Public Works — Ashtabula
Stow City Hall closed Good Friday, April 18
City Council — Stow
Hudson Farmers Market opens May 3 at Town Green
Community — Hudson
Akron Public Schools spring break: March 24-28
School Board — Akron