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I may be able to make it as well...if I come, I'll probably bring a friend.

^^ In my opinion, this is a fairly good example of a good place for what to seem to be looking for. You'll be 1 min from the rapid station to the airport, far enough away from a majority of the noise (subjective), yet still in the heart of it all. Although in this example the square footage is marginal, the ceilings are high and spacious (actually kind of reminds me of the apartments on 1900 Euclid --decently small, but it doesn't feel small). Not to mention: http://www.progressiveurban.com/new_construction/park/

If anything, it would be La Strada...blackfinn is slated for late spring I believe. I would be surprised in La Strada opened before Feb unfortunitely...

Quick update on Case Western: - Men's soccer is ranked 8th in the country (11-3) - Football team is 7-0 and travels to Chicago this weekend, followed by Washington University from St. Louis coming to town on Nov. 3rd. If they with both, they will be well into the top 25 (they are unofficially in the 30's). - Women's cross 8th in the country - Men's cross 27th in the country Go Case and Cleveland

From the Cleveland State paper: -------------------------------------------------------------- Cleveland's Own Amityville The Haunted History of Franklin Castle Ilona Westfall Issue date: 10/22/07 Section: Feature http://media.collegepublisher.com/media/paper516/stills/m27nmngi.png The massive mansion looms high above anyone standing below. Its many windows, covered with black plywood, seem to stare like eyes, menacingly observing everything outside yet obscuring what lies within. Stone lions flank the immense wooden front doors like sentinels guarding whatever lurks within the many dark rooms of the house. A bent wrought-iron gate surrounds the property with no trespassing signs threatening curiosity seekers. With stone walls and a turret, it really does look like a castle, as its name suggests. Franklin Castle, known to many as the most haunted house in Ohio, is located a mere five minutes from downtown in Cleveland's Ohio City neighborhood. The house lies on a stretch of Franklin Boulevard that is sometimes referred to as the west side's answer to Millionaire's Row, for its abundance of ornate mansions. What sets Franklin Castle apart from its neighbors might be its fourth-floor ballroom or its amount of rooms, which number between 20 and 30 depending on who you ask. Or it might be the ghosts.

[EDIT] well, at least this will help downtown, ohio city, and tremont residents. Fingers crossed on this healping the city and not hurting it.

I hate to post this, but I wanted everyone to see what was posted in this week's Case newspaper, the Observer. I wonder how common these perceptions are, especially among the university cirlce crowd that may help shape the future of the city? man this article pisses me off -------------------------------------------------------------- The Observer, October 19, 2007 Volume XL, Issue 8 Top 10 ... Improvable facets of Cleveland Anna Gunther, Staff Reporter [[email protected]] After spending all of my freshmen year complaining about Cleveland, I realized how many changes could be made to the city to make it a more enjoyable place to live and visit. I know all Case students have their own opinions on what can be done, but one fact remains: Cleveland is in need of some timely updates. Here are the top ten facets of Cleveland that are in need of a little more improvement. 10. Better weather. OK, so I can just dream about this one, but why not! At least school could be cancelled during the hard winter days. The lake effect snow drifting onto our fair land is pretty unbearable. 9. Aesthetics. No offense, but Cleveland could use some improvements on its image. The blocks and blocks of boarded up buildings are one thing, but where are the parks? Places to sit and enjoy the trees (read: snow). 8. Culture. Much praise should be granted to fine work created by the Cleveland Orchestra and the Cleveland Museum of Art. It's unfortunate that there is not a whole lot else. 7. Business. After Cleveland's decline from its heyday as a booming, steel-driven metropolis, most businesses declined as well. While Cleveland still has a business district, there is not the same international scope of trade and commerce conducted. Cleveland needs to find new industries to tap and invest in. 6. Shopping. For the Case student, even getting some toiletries has turned into a trip. Stores are outdated and far away. A drugstore within walking distance would suffice for the college student's needs. 5. Safety. It seems that every year, the security alerts sent out to Case students have increased dramatically. After dark, it's dangerous to even walk from southside to northside, and students are told to walk together and keep an eye out. By improving the safety of the city, more people would want to live in it. 4. Entertainment. There is no doubt that the Cavs, Indians, and Browns bring in a lot of money and attraction for local fans. However, tickets are expensive, stadiums are far away, and those interested in different types of entertainment are left in the dark. 3. Public transportation. Cleveland is a place centered on driving. Without a car, it will take a large amount of time to travel anywhere. Yes, the RTA exists, but it runs sporadically, is unreliable, and not very extensive. 2. Late nights. One wonderful quality of a city is late nights. The ability to stop by at a diner at 4 a.m. and enjoy a cup of Joe is something unattainable in rural areas. Cleveland goes to sleep at midnight. It's time to keep things open past dinnertime besides Rascal House. 1. Convenience. Cities are obnoxious, polluted, crowded, and noisy. However, there are some redeeming qualities. Personally, my number one is convenience. In a city, anything is possible. Things are close-by, open late, and available. It's time for Cleveland to take the plunge into a world where its habitants don't have to wonder how or when they will do anything because of the limits of their surroundings. Cities are meant to be brimming with people and things to do. Cleveland has had a tough time getting there, and has improved greatly in the recent years, but there is still a ways to go. Nevertheless, I have confidence it can eventually get there.

I know, I know...I love my out of town newspaper perspectives...: -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Canadian Press Cleveland Indians look for championship to give city winning edge 21 hours ago CLEVELAND - In a city desperate for a champion, in a state where finishing as the runner-up has become all too common, the Cleveland Indians are giving hope again that maybe this year will be different. Don't look now, but even LeBron James has switched from a New York Yankees cap to one with Chief Wahoo on it.... Read more at www.thecanadianpress.com/

Here's the follow up article; ----------------------------------------------------------------- Roker sees stormy Sox forecast By Gayle Fee and Laura Raposa Tuesday, October 16, 2007 - Added 2h ago The Boston Herald's Inside Track CLEVELAND - The Cleve’s beloved former weatherman Al Roker isn’t predicting sunny skies for the Red Sox [team stats] in the American League Championship series, where he threw out the first pitch last night at Jacobs Field... Read more at www.boston.com

From BostonNOW: http://bostonnowpaper.blogspot.com ---------------------------------------------------- Cleveland Rocks Mike Lynch BostonNOW Correspondent Oct. 16 2007 Some thoughts while idling in Cleveland at the American League Championship series. Cleveland used to be the brunt of endless jokes, but when it comes to sports facilities it is unquestionably "Major League." Jacobs Field opened more than a decade ago and is still in pristine condition. Chew on this Sox fans - ticket prices. The most expensive seat in "the Jake" is $42, and you can get a reserved seat in the outfield for $7. How about a box seat for $26? Beyond left field is the Quicken Loans Arena, home of LeBron James and the Eastern Conference champion Cleveland Cavaliers. A few blocks away, within walking distance, is Cleveland Browns Stadium, and Sunday it hosted 73,000 folks who watched the Browns handle the Dolphins, and then the city handled all the traffic without any hassles. So here we are in another city that found a way to build three world-class facilities in a five-year span, all within walking distance of downtown, all easily accessible from major highways and public transportation. What a novel idea! Read more at http://bostonnowpaper.blogspot.com

I just wanted to second that--both comments

I didn't know if this should have went under "Marketing the City." or what...but this is in today's Boston Herald. At first I thought it would be a positive article, but it pretty much flat out bashes Cleveland itself. My guess is Boston's will be pleasantly surprised if they do infact come in with such low expectations.. ------------------------------------------------------------- A rubber-necking good time on Indians’ turf By Inside Track Monday, October 15, 2007 - Added 3h ago Cleveland will really rock starting today when the American League Championship Series moves to Indians territory - and bounces up against a citywide Rubber Expo! Seriously. Some 10,000 rubber industry peeps won’t be treading lightly at the Cleveland Convention Center over the next few days. And at night, the downtown area is expected to be downright frightening with the turnout at The Q for the all-new AHL Lake Erie Monsters hockey games... BTW, when we asked the Plain Dealer’s Mike McIntyre where The Cleve’s celebs hang out and dine, he responded: “The athletes stay home. We have no celebrities. McDonald’s.” Thanks, Mike. It’s gonna be a long week . .

on that note, cracker park scored a 74 http://www.walkscore.com/get-score.php?street=25+main+street%2C+westlake%2C+oh&go=Go ooo.. my apartment in Little Italy beats Crocker Park (75/100!) EDIT: On a side note, I was curious which Cleveland neighborhood would score the highest and thank God it's the heart of Downtown. E. 4th scored a 98/100

Although we already know about Braylon, the story hit national papers today: http://www.usatoday.com/sports/football/nfl/browns/2007-10-09-Edwards_N.htm

Here's another good article, but it's too long to post. link: http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/playoffs2007/columns/story?columnist=crasnick_jerry&id=3055246 EXERPT: If that's only half a dream matchup from a marketing or TV executive's point of view, it's because those folks typically don't reside in Cleveland. "I'm sure the networks wanted Red Sox and Yankees,'' said Indians outfielder Trot Nixon. "You've got two marquee teams, so many big names and big payrolls. But if you're a baseball fan, this is what it's all about. The game is decided on the field, not by all that other stuff.'' ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- And one more from the NY Times about Cleveland's unworldly luck this season. http://www.nytimes.com/2007/10/10/sports/baseball/10chapman.html?ref=sports

So many articles across the nation on this match up--but I love the east coast ones. Here's one from Hartford, CT: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Red Sox Look Ahead To Cleveland By JEFF GOLDBERG | The Hartford Courant 10:33 PM EDT, October 9, 2007 BOSTON - David Ortiz was walking out of a movie theater Monday night, having taken his kids to see "The Game Plan," when he got a real-time update on the Yankees-Indians game. "I'm walking out of the movie, and this lady is screaming at me, 'Hey, Cleveland is whipping the Yankees ...,'" Ortiz said. "I'm like, oh, ok. When I got to my house, it was 6-1. It was on, man."... Read more at www.courant.com/

There are moving right next door where you see all the work going on. They hope to be set up and ready by december for christmas season. The main reason is that they own that building but the not the current one where the storefront is (they've been renting this entire time!). The baking space and storefront will be much larger once everything is completed.

^^ Interesting analysis. It's always tough when I talk to the older generations in Little Italy and they tell me I'm crazy when I want to help this city or that there is progress being made. I agree with what you're saying.

As/if the indians advance, hopefully we will see a quick surge of a marketing plan...such as with the cavs this past spring. As for the locals....no comment.

EDIT: I apologize, I see this is already posted on the "Cleveland Hotel and Convention Business Thread" thread. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Playoffs mean money, money The rooms, the meals, the money: the payoffs Thursday, October 04, 2007 Sarah Hollander Plain Dealer Reporter Play ball! And ring up the next sale. ... Each home game should generate at least $5.4 million, according to an estimate from the Convention and Visitors Bureau of Greater Cleveland. The number includes estimated spending by the more than 44,000 ticketholders on restaurants, hotels, parking, tickets, souvenirs and the like. ($250 a day for visitors and $108.50 for locals.) ... As for locals, the Indians' brush with success can only boost self-esteem. The Indians expect 525 members of the media to attend the games, from as far away as Japan. Television coverage of the games in particular could pique the curiosity of viewers treated to glamour shots of Cleveland's skyline and attractions. "It helps to reinforce the shiny, glistening image of the city we want," Roche said. "And you can't buy that kind of attention." www.cleveland.com

I didn't know where to post this...so if anyone wants to repost, feel free. ---------------------------------------------------------------- Leaders envision 'Tech Belt' connecting region to Cleveland Tuesday, October 02, 2007 By Bill Toland, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette ......

^^$64 million....that's a lot of money

I don't think it's worthy of it's own thread yet, but Case Western Reserve is kicking some ass this year in Fall Sports. The men's soccer team is ranked 2nd in the country and the Case Football team is 4-0 for the first time in 22 years. Who would have thunk it?..honestly, I think the investment of the new Northside Village and athletic field has helped recruiting over the past two years since its gotta be one of the nicest d3 facilities in the country. Case Field with the walls of the facility being all brick dorms: http://studentaffairs.case.edu/living/construction/ (not to mention the cross country teams are ranked 8th and 27th in the country respectively for women's and men's...)

damn.... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- $1.6 million gift fuels groundbreaking research in arthritis, transforms undergraduate labs http://blog.case.edu/case-news/2007/09/24/baldwin Inspired by Case Western Reserve University biology professor Arnold Caplan's work with mesenchymal stem cells (MSC) in skeletal research and its potential use in developing treatments for rheumatoid arthritis, Case Western Reserve alumnus L. David Baldwin (B.S. '49, physics) has donated $1.6 million to the College of Arts and Sciences. His generous support will fund the new L. David and E. Virginia Baldwin Program for Cell-Based Therapy in the department of biology, upgrade undergraduate biology labs, and defray start-up expenses to attract new faculty in physics. Baldwin wanted to do something to advance the university where small classes had allowed him to know and interact with faculty. He looked to Cyrus Taylor, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences,for guidance. After learning about the college's many areas of research excellence, Baldwin said, "I felt Arnold Caplan's research was very promising. I wanted my gift to make a difference, and his research has shown its potential to have applications in several diseases." MSC research has already gone into clinical trials for diseases such as Crohn's Disease and heart disease. "We have seen astounding progress made using MSCs for various therapies. Some of these new research results may be used to help rheumatoid arthritis patients," said Caplan. An estimated 2.1 million people in the United States suffer from rheumatoid arthritis, a disease that involves episodic attacks by the body’s immune system on various joints. Caplan is director of the Skeletal Research Center in the biology department. In the late 1980s, he used his knowledge of the scientific literature and developmental biology to suggest that adult bone marrow contained cells that had the ability to differentiate into bone, cartilage, muscle, marrow, tendon/ligament, fat and other connective tissues. Working with other university researchers (Stephen Haynesworth, Stanton Gerson and Hilliard Lazarus), Caplan was able to isolate these rare MSCs and multiply them in cell cultures. Recently MSC research gained the attention of researchers from 22 countries who attended an international conference in Cleveland, August 27-29, to learn how research leaders like Caplan have spearheaded major advances with MSCs. Through his research, Caplan has come to appreciate an entirely unexpected set of MSC properties. He found that MCSs make and secrete larger quantities of drug-like macromolecules that can both turn down the immune system's T-cell pathway that destroys the body's cells and jump start the repair or regenerative process of injured tissue. MSCs also can "home" into injured sites and trigger the body's ability to repair damage in heart and lung tissue. Because of these possibilities, the gift from Baldwin will also support Caplan's MSC research in the area of asthma and skin and wound healing. A significant portion of the gift will also be used at the discretion of the Arts and Sciences dean to support start-up costs of new faculty in physics and award a three-year term chair, the L. David and E. Virginia Baldwin Professorship. In addition, the Baldwin gift will defray upgrade expenses to transform the undergraduate labs and accompanying classrooms to top-level electronic classrooms, adding physiology laboratory workstations and replacing 30 dissecting microscopes. Baldwin's most recent gift continues his generous support of the university through the Case Alumni Association (CAA). The Amherst, N.H. resident and the founder of Frequency Sources, an electronic company specializing in microwave sources, has given nearly $4.5 million through CAA for physics, engineering scholarships and labs, and SAGES (Seminar Approach to General Education and Scholarship) faculty fellowships. "David's impact on, and legacy within, the university is great and enduring," said Taylor. "Stem cell therapies for arthritis are a matter of deep personal interest to him. We are grateful for his continued support of our teaching mission through the enhancement and expansion of undergraduate teaching laboratories in biology and funds to assist in recruiting new faculty members in physics."

I normally do not go on facebook much, but there is an application known as "my city" that allows you to suggest places/brag about your city in your profile...no ohio city has been entered yet. Thought some of you might like to at elast take a look at it.