This Week’s Top Clicks in Cleveland, From Rubber Duck Races to Immersive Dining Experiences

Each week, Cleveland 13 brings you a quick recap of the stories that had everyone talking. This is The Click Report with Emmy Award-winning News Reporter Denise Zarrella. Here’s what made headlines this week.

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(WCTU) — From cleaner air initiatives in Cleveland Heights to a special prom celebration in Parma, creative traffic safety campaigns in Strongsville, and a unique new dining experience in Cleveland, these are the stories that got people clicking this week.

Cleveland Heights Residents Swap Gas Equipment for Battery-Powered Alternatives

Cleveland Heights residents lined up this week to exchange old gas-powered lawn equipment for new battery-operated models as part of the city’s Climate Forward Plan. Seventy residents were selected to receive new DeWalt battery-powered mowers and leaf blowers at no cost thanks to a NOPEC grant.

City leaders say the program aims to reduce harmful emissions linked to small gas engines, which can contribute significantly to air pollution and respiratory health concerns, including asthma. Officials hope the initiative continues to grow in future years. See the full story here.

Special Needs Prom Brings Community Together in Parma

Students with special needs from school districts across Northeast Ohio gathered at Valley Forge High School for a special prom event hosted by the Parma City School District.

The celebration featured appearances by Moondog from the Cleveland Cavaliers, Chomps from the Cleveland Browns, members of the Cavaliers Dance Team, and local artist Michael Gezze, who created caricatures for attendees throughout the evening. Organizers say the event focused on creating an inclusive and memorable experience for students and families alike. See the full story here.

Strongsville Police Use Rubber Ducks to Launch Seat Belt Campaign

Police departments from across Cuyahoga County kicked off the annual Click It or Ticket campaign in Strongsville with an unconventional but attention-grabbing rubber duck race at the Strongsville Recreation Center.

Officers used leaf blowers, pool noodles, and electric fans to push decorated rubber ducks across the pool while promoting seat belt safety ahead of the Memorial Day travel season. Officials say increased enforcement patrols will continue throughout the upcoming holiday period as part of a broader effort to reduce preventable traffic deaths. See the full story here.

Frequencies Supper Club Brings Storytelling to Cleveland Dining

Chef Antonia Eddie is introducing a new kind of dining experience in Cleveland with Frequencies Supper Club, an immersive concept that blends curated menus, themed music, and storytelling into one event.

The project recently completed its debut season, “In Bloom,” and is now preparing for its summer-themed “Heatwave” installment. The experience focuses on communal dining and collaboration with local artists, musicians, and creatives to build a unique atmosphere that changes with every event. See the full story here.

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