Muriel Fahrion, an artist born and raised in Cleveland, developed much of Strawberry Shortcake’s world while working at American Greetings, where she also developed Care Bears. https://clevelandmagazine.com/articles/strawberry-shortcake-and-care-bears-very-cleveland-origin-stories/

Teetering on the edge of profitability, about a dozen local entertainment spaces are getting a little bit of relief. 📸 Courtesy The Zender Agenda, via Flickr https://clevelandmagazine.com/articles/how-amending-cleveland-s-admission-tax-is-giving-independent-venues-a-boost/

A Don Drumm Studios ornament was gifted to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce on their big day. Ever since, the Akron business has seen an influx of attention and a spike in sales. https://clevelandmagazine.com/articles/a-wedding-gift-for-taylor-swift-and-travis-kelce-brings-attention-to-akron-artist/

You can see it, smell it and taste it. Current Canadian wildfire smoke is a serious health threat in Northeast Ohio. https://clevelandmagazine.com/articles/canadian-wildfire-smoke-creates-hazardous-air-quality-in-northeast-ohio/

Be sure to tune in to Cleveland Magazine’s new podcast, "The CLE Connection," which takes a look at Cleveland’s surprising ties to major pop culture moments. clevelandmagazine.com/articles/the...

🧸 While at American Greetings, Fahrion also developed early concept art for Care Bears. clevelandmagazine.com/articles/str...

The character was originally created as a greeting card character by Barbi Sargent, and Fahrion later became a key illustrator when Strawberry Shortcake expanded into children's toys and, later, a television show and movies. clevelandmagazine.com/articles/str...

🍓 If you're familiar with Strawberry Shortcake or Care Bears, then you're likely familiar with Muriel Fahrion's work. Hear from Fahrion in an episode of "The CLE Connection," Cleveland Magazine's podcast. clevelandmagazine.com/articles/str...

Be sure to tune in to Cleveland Magazine’s new podcast, "The CLE Connection," which takes a look at Cleveland’s surprising ties to major pop culture moments. clevelandmagazine.com/articles/the...

"Cleveland was our greatest inspiration," Krayzie Bone says. "I don't think we would have had the same results if we would have been from somewhere else. The Cleveland struggle and the hustle is what is what created Bone Thugs-N-Harmony." clevelandmagazine.com/articles/bon...

Today, the iconic Cleveland hip-hop group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony gets its latest accolade: a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame ⭐ Hear from Krayzie Bone in an episode of "The CLE Connection," Cleveland Magazine's new podcast. clevelandmagazine.com/articles/bon...

No matter what you’re talking about, there always seems to be a way to connect it back to Cleveland. We present our new limited series podcast, "The CLE Connection," this week. https://clevelandmagazine.com/articles/there-s-always-a-cleveland-connection-in-cleveland-magazine-s-new-podcast/

There’s always something new to listen to in Northeast Ohio. We feature a snippet of the local music scene in our Cleveland Current Spotify playlist, updated every month with a new mix of tunes. 🔗 https://clevelandmagazine.com/articles/30-new-songs-by-greater-cleveland-musicians/

Over 50 years, bald eagles went from a Buckeye State rarity to a regular Lake Erie presence. 🔗 https://clevelandmagazine.com/articles/bald-eagles-are-a-symbol-of-ohio-s-conservation-success/ 📸 Courtesy Erik Drost via Flickr

Northeast Ohio has produced great fighters, from Johnny Kilbane, to Joey Maxim, to Ray “Boom Boom” Mancini, to Stipe Miocic. Now, 22-year-old phenom Abdullah Mason joins their ranks.  https://clevelandmagazine.com/articles/cleveland-boxer-abdullah-mason-defends-his-world-title-in-his-hometown-qa/

Happy July, Cleveland! Find some fun in Northeast Ohio this month. 🔗 Get even more event recommendations: https://clevelandmagazine.com/things-to-do/

On June 28, 1930, Terminal Tower's doors opened to the public around 4:30 p.m., and in the next seven hours, about 50,000 Clevelanders swarmed through the station. https://clevelandmagazine.com/articles/iconic-cleveland-the-history-behind-clevelands-terminal-tower/

Cleveland comedian Martin Malloy performs again tonight on "Kill Tony." Since winning the coveted "golden ticket," his career and the Cleveland comedy scene have gotten a boost.  🔗 Read: https://clevelandmagazine.com/articles/martin-malloy-s-kill-tony-fame-boosts-cleveland-s-comedy-scene/

Following a lake and dam rehabilitation project, Hinckley Lake’s waters are once again welcoming visitors this summer. https://clevelandmagazine.com/articles/cleveland-metroparks-unveils-a-new-and-improved-hinckley-lake/

Need some plans for Juneteenth tomorrow? Celebrate Black history and culture at a variety of events and celebrations in Northeast Ohio. 🔗 https://clevelandmagazine.com/articles/17-ways-to-celebrate-juneteenth-2026-in-cleveland/

Wade Oval Wednesdays celebrates its 20th anniversary this summer with weekly live music and family friendly fun. https://f.mtr.cool/bpxhycrsmg

Wild Ones' Greater Cleveland chapter contributes to a growing movement in Greater Cleveland to ditch old-school landscaping techniques and embrace Ohio’s natural ecosystem. https://clevelandmagazine.com/articles/one-local-organization-is-transforming-how-we-think-about-lawns/

Big Boy No. 4014 traveled through Northeast Ohio on Monday as part of its East Coast journey to celebrate America’s 250th birthday. Thousands of Northeast Ohioans lined up to catch a glimpse of the train while it made its way along. 📸 Train Wizard Productions

Keeper Sheila Consaul invites the public to see the lighthouse with an annual open house, happening this year on Saturday, June 6 from noon-4 p.m.: https://clevelandmagazine.com/articles/after-100-years-the-fairport-harbor-west-breakwater-lighthouse-is-as-good-as-new/

Through partnerships with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, libraries are helping connect neighbors with grocery support at a time when rising costs are pushing more families to seek assistance. https://clevelandmagazine.com/articles/libraries-and-food-banks-team-up-to-feed-northeast-ohio-families/

Our Cleveland Current Spotify playlist showcases 30 songs by Northeast Ohio musicians and bands every month. 🔗 Listen: https://clevelandmagazine.com/articles/30-new-songs-by-greater-cleveland-musicians/

The Pierogi, a parody site that appeared early this year, posts hyperlocal satire that requires a functional understanding of Cleveland sinkholes, politics and the turmoil of Browns fans. https://clevelandmagazine.com/articles/meet-the-pierogi-the-satirical-news-site-that-s-heckling-cleveland-qa/

In a City Club conversation on Wednesday, Mayor Justin Bibb dove into a variety of major headlines dominating his second term — including a discussion on data centers in Cleveland.  https://clevelandmagazine.com/articles/mayor-justin-bibb-discusses-nuance-of-data-centers-in-cleveland-neighborhoods/

🎢 Cedar Point opens today! Buckle up for record-breaking drops and heart-pounding speed on the Sandusky amusement park's world-famous rides. https://clevelandmagazine.com/articles/sky-high-thrills-at-cedar-point-summer-fun-guide/ 📸 Courtesy Jeremy Thompson via Flickr

Last July, a Cuyahoga Falls shop sold a box of baseball cards that included a redemption voucher for a card that featured Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge. That card auctioned for $2.16 million. https://clevelandmagazine.com/articles/inside-northeast-ohio-s-lucrative-high-stakes-card-collecting-scene/