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Community investments guided by community voices. 🗣️ Cleveland Neighborhood Progress distributes $1.66 million in grants to Cleveland’s 18 community development corporations using a special framework.  Community engagement, development, planning, marketing, and partnering are at the center of this framework.  To learn more about CNP grants, tap below. ⬇️ freshwatercleveland.com/breaking-groun…

@ClevelandMetro’s Asian Lantern Festival is back and brighter than ever! 🏮🌟  You may be wondering… how do these breathtaking lanterns get here to Northeast Ohio?  @TianyuArts of Zigong, China is the company behind these lanterns. FreshWater Cleveland interviewed Jiang Guanghong, director of Tianyu Arts & Culture’s Innovation Center, to get a behind-the-scenes look at the Cleveland Metroparks’ Asian Lantern Festival.  This beloved festival began last Thursday and runs until Sunday, August 23rd.  Tap below for a special preview of this year’s lanterns and the artistic process behind them. ⬇️ freshwatercleveland.com/features/Light…

@asiatowncle celebrates a colorful display of culture and community! ❤️🎨 Artist Jordan Wong was commissioned to create a 15-foot by 30-foot art installation, located on the side of Siam Cafe in the St. Clair-Superior neighborhood. This new piece, titled “Welcome Home,” highlights traditions and reflects on everyday life in AsiaTown. Tap below to learn more. ⬇️ freshwatercleveland.com/breaking-groun…

Last week, millions of Americans celebrated independence. Here at FreshWater Cleveland, we celebrate independent journalism every day. 🙌 FreshWater is a locally-owned and female-owned independent newsroom that covers all that's GOOD in and around Cleveland. We share stories about innovation, culture, economic development, neighborhood pride, and Clevelanders who are making an impact. We rely on the support of readers, sponsors, foundations, and community partners to continue spreading the good news of Cleveland. To contribute to FreshWater, please tap below. ⬇️ freshwatercleveland.com/breaking-groun…

The spotlight is now on the BorderLight Theatre and Fringe Festival! 🎭💫 From yesterday until Saturday, @BorderLightCLE presents 49 shows and 150 performances on indoor and outdoor stages around the Playhouse Square district. This festival is designed to promote Cleveland as a theatre destination while helping create a new generation of artists, producers, and theatre workers! Tap below to learn more. ⬇️ freshwatercleveland.com/features/Borde…

In case you missed it, Big Boy No. 4014 made a historic drive through Northeast Ohio on June 8th! 🚂✨ The world's largest operating steam locomotive made stops in Lorain and Euclid as part of a coast-to-coast @America250 tour. If you didn’t get a chance to see Big Boy, it is coming back! On July 13th, this locomotive will stop from 1:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Rocky River. Tap below for more. ⬇️ freshwatercleveland.com/breaking-groun…

@USATODAY readers voted Cleveland native Jeff Friedman’s company the top whale watching tour in the country! 🐳🥇 Friendman lived in the Cleveland area his whole life, until he bought a whale watching company, called Maya’s Legacy Whale Watching in San Juan Island, Washington.  Friendman said that leaving Cleveland was “the most difficult decision he had ever made,” but captaining these tours has paid off big-time for him. Click below to learn more about Friendman’s success. ⬇️ freshwatercleveland.com/features/Whale…

This article is worth another look… the former Notre Dame College campus was acquired by @AkronChildrens. The property of this 102-year-old college will be transformed into a regional healthcare facility. This future vision aims to maintain public access and community use of this land. Tap below to learn more. ⬇️ freshwatercleveland.com/features/South…

“Live or die—and I picked living.” 🫁❤️ Bedford resident Tim Tench led an active lifestyle until he was diagnosed with a fatal lung disease called idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. On September 19th, 2024, Tim received a lifesaving call that he was able to get a lung transplant. Today, Tim is thriving all thanks to the donor who saved his life. For more on his story, tap below. ⬇️ freshwatercleveland.com/features/When-…

Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸⭐️ 2026 is an extra-special Independence Day as we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary. Cleveland is only 20 years younger than the United States and will celebrate its 230th anniversary this month! Tap below to learn more about noteworthy moments in Cleveland’s history. ⬇️ freshwatercleveland.com/features/Ameri…

Celebrate freedom with independent journalism! 🇺🇸 Since 2010, FreshWater has been giving Cleveland’s neighborhoods the media coverage it deserves. We invite you to invest in independent local journalism by making a one-time contribution or by become a monthly supporter. We appreciate your support of FreshWater! freshwatercleveland.com/breaking-groun…

In case you missed it, the South Euclid Food Truck Park’s fourth season is underway! 🍔🚛 Running from June 5th until August 30th, the South Euclid Food Truck Park has live music, dancing, and drinks every weekend.  The food trucks at this park may be temporary, but a permanent sense of community remains thanks to transformative park upgrades.  Tap below for more details. ⬇️ freshwatercleveland.com/features/South…

This story is worth another look…. Shooters is ready for summer after its major revitalization! 🌊☀️ On March 18th, Shooters was reopened under a new management team that includes Cleveland’s own @machinegunkelly.  This beloved West Bank restaurant now has a redesigned dining room, refurbished menu, and new waterfront experiences for guests. This modern twist aligns perfectly with the Flat’s ongoing strategy to transform the riverfront for Clevelanders.  Tap below for more. ⬇️ freshwatercleveland.com/features/High-…

While we’re going dark, we will be highlighting our favorite and most popular FreshWater stories from 2026! On May 7th, architecture enthusiasts got a rare glimpse into the Greenbrier Suite inside the Terminal Tower. Once occupied by Oris and Mantis Van Sweringen, this multi-floor suite is considered one of downtown Cleveland’s most hidden architectural treasures. 🌆✨ Tap below to read about the history of this secret gem. ⬇️ freshwatercleveland.com/breaking-groun…

In case you missed it, @OneSouthEuclid is helping downtown South Euclid bloom! 🌷 After receiving about 15 mural submissions, a committee of board members selected local artist Olivia Oltmann to paint on a wall of 2 You Wines. The new “Grow Together” mural goes hand-in-hand with South Euclid’s similar “Come Together” mural. These cohesive art installations promote community and togetherness in this vibrant suburb. Tap below for more about this mural and other One South Euclid summer events. ⬇️ freshwatercleveland.com/breaking-groun…

Tomorrow is a big day for Cleveland… the Veterans Memorial Bridge walkthrough AND Picnic in the Park are taking place! 🏙️✨ In case you didn’t hear, @canalwaycle is hosting the Veterans Memorial Bridge public tour, which allows Clevelanders to see the historic streetcar level. They are also hosting Picnic in the Park at Canal Basin Park below the bridge to celebrate @America250. Crowds will come for the history and stay for the music, food, and fun! Tap below to learn more about these events. ⬇️ freshwatercleveland.com/breaking-groun… freshwatercleveland.com/breaking-groun…

@SiegelShuster38 celebrates the new release of “Supergirl” here in the birthplace of Superman! 💥🦸🏼‍♀️ Tomorrow at 7:20 p.m. at @CapitolW65th, the Siegel & Shuster Society hosts a special opening night screening of “Supergirl” followed by a talk from Supergirl writer, @marikotamaki. On Sunday at 1:00 p.m., Tamaki will be a featured speaker at the @MaltzMuseum's exhibit, “Icons in Ink: The Jewish Comics Experience.” Tap below to learn more about these “super” events. ⬇️ freshwatercleveland.com/features/Up-An…

As Mark Twain once said, “History does not repeat itself, but it rhymes.” 📖 Cleveland author John “Derf” Backderf’s new graphic novel, “The Dissidents,” shares true stories from political cartoonists and journalists living under authoritarianism in the early 20th century. Backderf says that it is a mirror to society and, unfortunately, relevant today. This 300+ page graphic novel will be released in September. Tap below for more details. ⬇️ freshwatercleveland.com/features/Doome…

“Tales of Euclid Beach Park” brings music, dance, and history to the center stage! 🎠🎶 Chris Neiner and the musicians from Stars in the Classics will perform a composition inspired by Euclid Beach Park, a beloved Cleveland amusement park that operated from 1895 to 1969.  This event takes place at The Western Reserve Historical Society’s Cleveland History Center tomorrow from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tap below for more information. ⬇️ freshwatercleveland.com/street-level/M…

A new mural takes root, helping South Euclid “Grow Together.” 🌼🎨 @OneSouthEuclid, a community development organization, brings color and community to downtown South Euclid through their new mural, which is now designated as a city landmark.  Local artist Olivia Oltmanns painted “Grow Together” on a wall of 2 You Wines in Marc’s Plaza. The goal of this mural and other One South Euclid events, like the 2026 South Euclid Food Truck Park series and "Recess Rewind," is to create visible community engagement.  Tap below for more about this mural and other One South Euclid summer events. ⬇️ freshwatercleveland.com/breaking-groun…