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well, this will make the news even if it is grainy footage. From the PD: 'Oh My Gosh!': Actual videos of the Jordan Crawford dunk on LeBron James by Starting Blocks, The Plain Dealer Wednesday July 22, 2009, 4:15 PM Finally! The long awaited, highly anticipated video of Jordan Crawford's dunk on Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James at his LeBron James Skills Academy in Akron several weeks ago, was released by TMZ.com awhile ago. More info at http://www.cleveland.com/ohio-sports-blog/index.ssf/2009/07/oh_my_gosh_the_jordan_crawford.html

http://www.wkyc.com/news/local/news_article.aspx?storyid=118331&catid=3 Shaker Heights: Obama town hall attendees should ride RTA Posted By: Kim Wendel Updated: 7/22/2009 3:11:39 PM Posted: 7/22/2009 3:01:50 PM SHAKER HEIGHTS -- Organizers of Thursday afternoon's visit by President Barack Obama are encouraging the 2,000 expected ticket holders to use Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority's Blue and Green Lines to get to the event at Shaker Heights High School, located at 15911 Aldersyde Road. .....

Sooo, so far, we have: Oldmanladyluck CBC Mayday AMN myself Maybe's (guessing here) cardsnxtyr jam40jeff Firenze98 buckeye1 Not too bad of a start.

Cleveland Cavaliers' Shaquille O'Neal to host WWE's Monday Night Raw Wednesday, July 22, 2009 From staff reports The Summer of Shaq continues to get bigger and better. First, on June 25, Shaquille O'Neal became a Cavalier when Cleveland traded Ben Wallace and Sasha Pavlovic to the Phoenix Suns. Last week, O'Neal made a trip to China that included a tour of earthquake-devastated areas. Today, he'll start filming his reality show, "Shaq Vs.", in Pittsburgh. More from Cleveland.com: http://www.cleveland.com/taste/index.ssf/2009/07/guy_fieri_raves_about_clevelan.html ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- http://www.star-ecentral.com/tvnradio/tracks/tracks.asp?file=archives/tracks/2009/7/22Shaqgivesr&date=7/22/2009&title=Shaq%20gives%20reality%20another%20shot Shaq gives reality another shot Superstar basketball player Shaquille O'Neal is giving reality TV a second shot with Shaq Vs. from ABC this August. Shaq will go up against top-calibre athletes in their chosen sport in a series of competitions, e.g. Michael Phelps in swimming and Super Bowl-winning NFL quarterback Ben Roethlisberger in (American) football. ABC has picked up five episodes of the one-hour show, according to Variety, with talks going on with cycling star Lance Armstrong to appear as the "Vs." for the sixth episode. Tennis champ Serena Williams and boxer Oscar de la Hoya may be among Shaq's other "opponents" on the show. Shaq previously gave reality TV a shot with Shaq's Big Challenge in 2007, where he coached overweight children to adopt a healthy lifestyle. In Shaq Vs., he will be shown training for each challenge and also negotiating a handicap with his rival of the week.

Food Network star Guy Fieri raves about Cleveland's food scene: Restaurant Row by Joe Crea/Plain Dealer Food and Restaurants Editor Tuesday July 21, 2009, 4:00 PM Any good host wants to make sure a guest had a good time, right? So I checked in with Food Network's star (and, mega-madman) Guy Fieri to find out what he thought about last week's visit to Cleveland, filming segments for "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives." More from Cleveland.com http://www.cleveland.com/taste/index.ssf/2009/07/guy_fieri_raves_about_clevelan.html

Bruce Springsteen, U2, Metallica, Eric Clapton, More Set for All-Star Rock Hall Celebration 7/22/09, 10:30 am EST Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, U2, Paul Simon, Metallica, Eric Clapton, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Friends and Simon and Garfunkel are among the legendary artists confirmed for a landmark two-night concert event celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Sprawling across October 29th and 30th at New York’s Madison Square Garden, the shows will feature Hall of Fame acts sharing the stage with guests and collaborators, honoring their influences and essentially retracing the history of rock in the process. For example, Crosby, Stills and Nash will share the stage with California-based artists while Metallica will lead a hard rock portion of the concerts. Stevie Wonder and Aretha Franklin will also each front a soul revue with Paul Shaffer and the CBS Orchestra. More at http://www.rollingstone.com/rockdaily/index.php/2009/07/22/bruce-springsteen-u2-metallica-eric-clapton-more-set-for-all-star-rock-hall-celebration/

Notes from the July 16 UC Design review meeting: http://www.universitycircle.org/userfiles/file/Design%20District%20Agendas/Agenda%20071609.pdf NOTE: University Circle falls into the Euclid Corridor Region as well: http://www.universitycircle.org/userfiles/file/Euclid%20Corridor%20region%20map%20small.jpg Also, there's a UC summer photo contest as well: http://www.universitycircle.org/uci.aspx?page=132

So the Avenue District Park with new sidewalks run about $8000??

Well, I can't view this website for some reason, but I can see the title. Can someone post the article? http://downtowncleveland.org/blog/index.php/2009/07/potential-new-green-space-in-avenue-district/

Whoa, I'm on a public computer and someone's personal information just came up. Not gonna post it though....

haha, well it really doesn't look like one with what's left. the "parking lot" across from Mama Santa's on E.123rd and Mayfield. It's the building on that property. Have you heard anything about the space where Corbo's Bakery used to be? No word yet. I know the owners started charging too high of rent after someone passed away in their family, which is why Corbo's had to move--into a building they owned next door. I can't remember who owns that building on the corner, but it is for sure not the Corbos. Also, Terry Tarantino is still seriously considering the Mayfield theater. Like I said before, I'll have more info when I get back into town. Lastly, Strong rumor another pizza place will open in the next year. More details in a few weeks.

So, seems like enough support. Waterloo Cafe it is. What: UO "Happy Hour" When: Aug 6th, 7 pm Where: Waterloo Cafe, North Collinwood (E. 156th and Waterloo Rd) Does 7 pm sound about right to everyone? I can be there by 6:30ish

EDIT: I just realized this article has already been posted. Oh well, enjoy it again anyways... Obama says Ohio is perfect for high-speed rail By MALIA RULON • Gannett Washington Bureau • July 21, 2009 WASHINGTON - Ohio would be among states that benefit the most from the administration’s plan to encourage high-speed rail networks across the country, President Barack Obama said Wednesday. More info at http://www.chillicothegazette.com/article/20090721/UPDATES01/90721012

^Well if we go early evening to the Waterloo Cafe, like 6:30-7:00ish, there shouldn't be too many people there..at least I think so. I'd call ahead and let them know we're coming too. Can I have two more votes for Waterloo Cafe on Aug 6th in North Collinwood?

haha, well it really doesn't look like one with what's left. the "parking lot" across from Mama Santa's on E.123rd and Mayfield. It's the building on that property.

Spuzzillo's Market in Little Italy just opened up converting the old gas station (long time out of use). I believe they have a deli, but I'll have to verify in two weeks. If anyone else want's to check it out, let us know.

Is Presto's a sandwich type place? Open lunch and Dinner?

Depending on the crowd, I usually show off: 1) Little Italy 2) University Circle 3) Westside Market 4) Playhouse Square Downtown Nightlife, Coventry nightlife, Little Italy Nightlife (only because I know everyone) I've also brought people to the "A Christmas Story House," Sokolowski's, Great Lakes Brewing Company, Garfield Monument, and Cavs games.

Really, this girl I know said she's been up there already and said it has amazing views. Maybe she just smiled and "worked it" to get up there..?? AMN, those are some great suggestions. Waterloo Cafe stands out right away, but I'd be happy with any of those.

ooo. Very sexy. Thanks for the update! The show has begun.

Well, let's say Aug 6th then. Remember, we can always have more than one date a month if someone likes to lead the way. I'm just not in town very often nowadays, so I'd really appreciate that date. Does anyone have any other suggestions besides rooftop of Greenhouse?

Well I found this with the trusty search engine...so I'll continue it!: Tickets for Ohio State-Toledo game at Browns Stadium available to public July 27 by Doug Lesmerises Monday July 20, 2009, 1:43 PM UPDATED: 2:45 p.m. Tickets for the game between Ohio State and Toledo at Browns Stadium on Sept. 19 will go on sale to the public one week from today, at 9 a.m. on July 27. More info at http://www.cleveland.com/buckeyeblog/index.ssf/2009/07/tickets_for_ohio_statetoledo_g.html

From Terry Pluto: Cleveland State men's basketball faces tough schedule Sunday, July 19, 2009 I tracked down Gary Waters in Milwaukee last week, where the Cleveland State men's basketball coach was watching yet another summer showcase for high school talent. More info at http://www.cleveland.com/pluto/plaindealer/index.ssf?/base/sports-1/1247992350321890.xml&coll=2

I guess this goes here...or maybe "Cleveland in Movies/TV"... O'Neal courts competition on new reality show 'Shaq Vs.' NBA star Shaquille O'Neal is getting ready to multitask. The four-time hoops champion, who joins the Cleveland Cavaliers next season, will star in Shaq Vs., an ABC reality series that pits him against top athletes in their own sports. Filming begins Wednesday in Pittsburgh, where Shaq takes on Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger in football. Future hour-long episodes will pit him against Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps, retired boxer Oscar De La Hoya, St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Albert Pujols, tennis pro Serena Williams and beach volleyball Olympians Misty May-Treanor and Kerri Walsh. More info at http://www.usatoday.com/life/television/news/2009-07-19-shaquille-reality-show_N.htm

Eaton Posts 91% Drop in Profit, Pares Outlook JULY 20, 2009, 12:13 P.M. ET Eaton Corp.'s second-quarter profit plunged 91% as the company's exposure to the slumping automotive and commercial truck markets continued to weigh on sales and profits. The diversified industrial manufacturer slashed its 2009 earnings outlook for the second straight quarter, predicting it will earn $2 to $2.20 a share in 2009, down from $2.50 to $3 forecast previously. Nevertheless, the forecast is above Wall Street analysts' latest view of $1.90 a share for the year, according to Thomson Reuters. The company projected third-quarter earnings of 90 cents to $1 a share; analysts, on average, expect 89 cents a share. More at http://online.wsj.com/article/SB124810525476265473.html?mod=googlenews_wsj