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How Howard The Duck Became Marvel’s Cleveland-Based Comic Book Character

Former Marvel comic book illustrator and Youngstown native Val Mayerik, who first drew Howard The Duck, shares the character’s story in this episode of The CLE Connection podcast.

by Annie Nickoloff

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IKEA Is Coming to Crocker Park

IKEA will fill the vacated 80,000-square-foot Dick’s Sporting Goods store with a new generation of its format.

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The James at Gigi’s Now Open in Cleveland Heights
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The James at Gigi’s Now Open in Cleveland Heights

The latest addition to Gigi’s on Fairmount brings a cozy, Great Gatsby-inspired cocktail lounge to the Cleveland Heights restaurant.

By Vince Grzegorek

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A Clevelander’s Guide to Oberlin: 22 Must-Go Spots
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A Clevelander’s Guide to Oberlin: 22 Must-Go Spots

The historic, community-focused suburb hosts plenty of unique shops, outdoor spaces, stages and more.

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The Gardener of Bath Closes After 20 Years Amid Changing Customer Patterns
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The Gardener of Bath Closes After 20 Years Amid Changing Customer Patterns

With closing the local gift shop, the owners will focus on their homemade ice cream brand.

By Parisa Nosrati

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TFIT Studio Creates A Women-Only Gym Experience in Rocky River
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TFIT Studio Creates A Women-Only Gym Experience in Rocky River

Trainer Tori Hvizda started her gym in 2024 in an effort to make a space for women to feel more comfortable and supported in workout spaces.

by Lydia Koszegi

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