Dinermite Edited by Beth Stallings; Written by Alex Ash, Christina Bernecker, Jennifer Bowen, Elizabeth Brott, Elaine T. CIcora, Steve Gleydura, Rebecca Meiser, Kim Schneider, Beth Stallings, Carly Toyzan, Erick Trickey, Jim VIckers Admit it. You have a soft spot for corner booths and counter stools, endless cups of coffee and $1.99 breakfasts as much as we do. It's time to celebrate these greasy slices of Americana with our two favorite words: Order up!
Life According to Dan Coughlin Interview by Andy Netzel He went toe-to-toe with Muhammad Ali and waded into the madness of 10 Cent Beer Night. Dan Coughlin's four-decade career as a Cleveland sports reporter has spawned Crazy, With the Papers to Prove It, a new book of behind-the-scenes tales that offer a wild look at life inside the press box.
Renaissance Man Erick Trickey David Franklin, the Cleveland Museum of Art's new director, is a Renaissance scholar who's lived in Venice and Florence, written two books and organized successful, groundbreaking exhibitions. Now the multitalented art historian takes on the job of waking the museum from a long slumber.
Bridge Basics Robert Rozboril Bicycling enthusiasts didnt get their wish, but plans for the new Innerbelt Bridge are impressive. Walsh Construction of Chicago was chosen to build the $287.4 million structure by fall 2013. Although a rival firm filed suit claiming the design doesnt meet bid requirements, Ohio Department of Transportation deputy director of District 12 Bonnie Teeuwen says, Were confident well win the ruling. Here are a few of our favorite features.
Change Agent Erick Trickey You may have never heard of C. Ellen Connally, but the former judge just might become the most powerful force on the county council we elect this month.
Direct Heat Barry Goodrich As the host of three popular Food Network series and an NBC game show, Guy Fieri's career is on fire. This month, he'll also spice up the I-X Center's Fabulous Food Show.
House Call Alex Ash Are museums built around a famous writer's home really worth the investment?
Quick Pitch Ian Hoffman It's like a PowerPoint presentation for the Twitter generation — with beer.
Life Goes On Lynne Thompson The Cleveland Play House trades one holiday staple for another with a one-man stage version of the classic 1946 film It's a Wonderful Life.
After the Burglary Michael D. Roberts While Cleveland recoils from the Dimora-Russo charges, a deeper scandal emerges: skulking county employees blotting out home values with correction fluid.