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Dec 13, 2023

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Sandra Anderson is a Local Interest Correspondent for Cleveland 13 News who is dedicated to the stories that happen right in the neighborhoods of Northeast Ohio. Eschewing national headlines to focus on the community level, she specializes in highlighting the unique people, small town milestones, and local events that define the region. Her reporting provides a dedicated platform for the narratives that matter most to local residents, from neighborhood garden initiatives to the reopening of historic community landmarks.


Driven by a passion for the heartbeat of the Buckeye State, Sandra ensures that the "hyper local" perspective is never lost in the shuffle of a global news cycle. She believes that the most impactful stories are those found in our own backyards, and she works tirelessly to give a voice to the everyday heroes and traditions of the area. By keeping her lens focused strictly on Northeast Ohio, Sandra provides Cleveland 13 viewers with a trusted source for the news and culture that hits closest to home.

Recent Stories (50)

Jul 9, 20262 min
Viral Flight Romance Explodes Online as Cleveland Airport Passenger Finally Locates Secret Worker
The passenger identified herself as an aviation enthusiast and described watching a technician work on the aircraft while it was at the gate. According to the Reddit post, she noticed the maintenance worker appearing to injure himself during the repair. She wrote that she wanted to give him her number while he stood next to her seat, but he looked too busy at the time. She also noted that she didn’t see a wedding ring on his finger.

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May 21, 20263 min
Culver’s Proposed for Long-Vacant Mayfield Triangle in Cleveland Heights
Cleveland Heights officials are weighing a proposal to bring a Culver’s restaurant to the long-empty Mayfield Triangle. Supporters tout jobs and revitalization, while critics worry about traffic and the impact of a drive-thru on the city’s urban goals. With Severance Town Center struggling, the stakes are high as the planning commission reviews the plan. Decisions expected by fall could shape the area’s future.

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May 13, 20262 min
Cleveland Heights Residents Swap Gas Mowers and Blowers for Battery Models to Improve Air Quality
Cleveland Heights residents lined up May 7 for the city’s third annual equipment exchange, trading gas mowers and, for the first time, leaf blowers for battery-powered DeWalt replacements at no cost. Officials cite small-engine pollution and local asthma concerns, with a NOPEC grant covering 100% of the equipment.

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May 8, 20262 min
Headlands Birding Festival Returns to Mentor with World Record Birder as Keynote Speaker
The Headlands Birding Festival is returning to Lake Erie’s shores Sept. 18-20, 2026, with guided walks, a Lake Erie boat trip, vendors and food trucks, and live bird-banding demonstrations. Organizers say Lake County’s geography creates a major fall migration corridor, with 352 species recorded locally. Registration is set to open July 1.

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