It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Cleveland, OH is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Edgewater Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Dante or visit Ball-Wilson house, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Cleveland, OH, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Cleveland, OH understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Cleveland, OH 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
Columbus, OH (May 30, 2025) – Emergency services responded to a multi-vehicle crash that caused injuries at the intersection of Cleveland Ave and Robert St in the North Linden neighborhood of Columbus on Wednesday. The incident prompted a swift emergency response due to the involvement of multiple individuals and blocked traffic in the area.Paramedics and Columbus Fire personnel arrived at the scene shortly after the crash was reported and provided medical assistance to those injured. According to initial information from...
Columbus, OH (May 30, 2025) – Emergency services responded to a multi-vehicle crash that caused injuries at the intersection of Cleveland Ave and Robert St in the North Linden neighborhood of Columbus on Wednesday. The incident prompted a swift emergency response due to the involvement of multiple individuals and blocked traffic in the area.
Paramedics and Columbus Fire personnel arrived at the scene shortly after the crash was reported and provided medical assistance to those injured. According to initial information from dispatch and citizen reporting platforms, at least one person suffered injuries requiring treatment. The number of vehicles involved has not been officially confirmed, though witnesses noted multiple cars were damaged in the intersection.
Traffic was disrupted for an extended period as crews worked to stabilize the scene, assist the injured, and clear the wreckage. The intersection, located in a high-traffic corridor of North Linden, serves both residential and commercial areas and is known for frequent congestion.
Authorities have not yet released the names of the individuals involved or the extent of their injuries. Police are actively investigating the circumstances of the crash, including whether speed, right-of-way violations, or other contributing factors played a role.
Our thoughts remain with the injured and their families as recovery efforts continue.
Collisions like the one at Cleveland Ave and Robert St in North Linden underscore the risks drivers face on Columbus’s urban streets. Intersections in densely populated neighborhoods often see higher crash volumes due to a combination of pedestrian traffic, unclear visibility, and aggressive driving behaviors. This is especially true in areas like North Linden, where busy corridors like Cleveland Ave serve as primary arteries through the community.
Injury accidents in these environments can result in significant consequences, especially when vehicles collide at moderate to high speeds. Side-impact crashes, which are common in intersection-related incidents, often lead to serious injuries for drivers and passengers due to the limited structural protection on the sides of most vehicles.
Local officials continue to emphasize the need for safe driving practices, improved signage, and community-driven solutions to enhance intersection safety. Enforcement and engineering, coupled with public awareness, are all key factors in reducing the frequency and severity of urban crashes.
For those involved in an injury collision, navigating the aftermath can be overwhelming. From dealing with injuries and vehicle damage to managing insurance claims, it’s important to have access to trustworthy resources that can guide you through the process.
Injured in an accident and unsure of what to do next? Local Accident Reports is here to help. We connect crash victims with the medical, legal, and support services they need to recover. Don’t face the aftermath alone—reach out today and take the first step toward getting the care and answers you deserve.
AVON, Ohio – A new Topgolf is teeing up for the west side.The golf-themed entertainment company announced plans to open a new location in Avon by late 2025, the company said in a press release.This will be Topgolf’s second spot in Greater Cleveland, joining the Independence location that opened in 2019, and its fifth overall in Ohio.The two-story venue will be located along...
AVON, Ohio – A new Topgolf is teeing up for the west side.
The golf-themed entertainment company announced plans to open a new location in Avon by late 2025, the company said in a press release.
This will be Topgolf’s second spot in Greater Cleveland, joining the Independence location that opened in 2019, and its fifth overall in Ohio.
The two-story venue will be located along Chester Road near the I-90 and Nagel Road intersection.
Topgolf says the Avon site will feature 64 outdoor, climate-controlled hitting bays equipped with Toptracer technology, which tracks every ball’s speed, curve and distance. Guests can also expect a full-service restaurant and bar, an outdoor patio, more than 100 HDTVs, a 22-foot video wall and private event spaces.
Chris Callaway, Topgolf’s chief development officer, said the company is excited to grow its footprint in Ohio.
“We can’t wait to introduce the community to our unique style of play that brings together amazing food, fun and games for experienced golfers and those just looking to have a great time,” he said in a statement.
At a meeting in 2024, Avon city officials said that the new Topgolf will hire 200 to 250 employees and create roughly 150 construction jobs.
Avon Mayor Bryan Jensen said the development is a win for the city.
“We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Topgolf to our community,” he said in a statement. “This exciting new addition not only enhances the recreational options for our residents but also demonstrates the continued growth and vibrancy of Avon. Topgolf’s innovative concept will bring people together, create jobs and contribute to the economic vitality of our city. We look forward to seeing how this dynamic venue will enrich our community and provide a fun, family-friendly experience for all.”
This story was written with the assistance of AI.
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Memorial Day weekend brings back several popular festivals as the summer season kicks off in earnest.Check out our list featuring more than 20 events taking place across Cleveland and Northeast Ohio this holiday weekend.Berea National Rib Cook-OffEnjoy ribs and all your BBQ favorites at this unofficial kick-off to summer in Northeast Ohio. Includes fair foods, live music, children’s section and more. Tickets $10. Admission is free before 5 p.m. Friday and for children 12 and under all week...
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Memorial Day weekend brings back several popular festivals as the summer season kicks off in earnest.
Check out our list featuring more than 20 events taking place across Cleveland and Northeast Ohio this holiday weekend.
Berea National Rib Cook-Off
Enjoy ribs and all your BBQ favorites at this unofficial kick-off to summer in Northeast Ohio. Includes fair foods, live music, children’s section and more. Tickets $10. Admission is free before 5 p.m. Friday and for children 12 and under all weekend.
Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, Berea
May 23 - May 26
Tremont Greek Festival
Enjoy your favorite Greek food and drinks, live entertainment and more.
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 2187 W 14th St., Cleveland
Noon daily, May 23 - May 26
Jason Aldean
Singer brings his “Full Throttle Tour” to Blossom. Special guests include Nate Smith, Raelynn and Dee Jay Silver. Tickets $78.50 and up.
Blossom Music Center, 1145 West Steels Corners Rd., Cuyahoga Falls
7:30 p.m., May 23
Blossom Time Festival
Hot air balloons will fill the sky at the village’s annual festival. Enjoy carnival rides, midway games, live entertainment, food trucks and more.
Riverside Park, Chagrin Falls
May 22-25
Reggae Fest Cleveland
Enjoy a weekend of good music and vibes featuring performances by JR Blessington, Lake Irie, The Flex Crew, Mighty Mystic and Roots of Creation on Saturday. Carlos Jones, Pato Banton, Jah Messengers, The Ark Band and Sh?k? Ground Band headline on Sunday. Tickets start at $45 with presale discount available. Children six and under are free.
Voinovich Park, E. 9th Street Pier, Cleveland
Noon - 10 p.m., May 24 - 25
Steamship William G. Mather Centennial Celebration
Head to the Great Lakes Science Center to celebrate the 100th birthday of a Cleveland legend. Sign a giant birthday card, enjoy a birthday cupcake (while supplies last) and then take a tour of the freighter. Tour tickets $10.95 for adults, $8.95 for kids 2-12. Combo admission tickets to Science Center available at additional cost.
601 Erieside Ave. Cleveland
Noon, May 24
Hall of Fame Ribs Burnoff
Featuring eight rib eateries competing for prizes. Enjoy appearances by members of the class of 2025, a performance by the Bluecoats Drum and Bugle Corps and live music. Free admission.
Pro Football Hall of Fame, Canton
May 23 - May 25
Port Clinton Walleye Festival
Port Clinton celebrates the holiday weekend with its 44th Annual Main Street Walleye Festival. Free concerts, a kids’ fishing derby, parade, carnival rides, food vendors and more will help kick off the summer. Free admission.
Downtown Port Clinton
Through May 26
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“Fiddler on the Roof”
Cleveland Play House’s final production of the season. Come for the story about a milkman trying to hold on to his traditional way of life amid the changing times. Stay for Broadway standards such as “If I Were a Rich Man,” “Sunrise, Sunset” and “Matchmaker, Matchmaker.” Tickets $25-$100.
Allen Theatre, 1407 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
Through May 25
RubberDucks vs. Altoona
Akron’s minor league team continues a series with the Curve. Weekend promotions include Friday fireworks, Military Appreciation Night Saturday and Sunday Funday.
Canal Park, Akron
Through May 25
Captains vs. Lugnuts
Lake County continues its Midwest League series with Lansing this weekend. Friday is College ID Night. Saturday features a celebration of the Buckeye State and Sunday brings the barnyard to the ballpark.
Classic Auto Group Park, 35300 Vine St., Eastlake
Through May 25
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Mandel Opera and Humanities Festival: Reconciliation
Enjoy a series of concerts, exhibitions and conversations around the concept of reconciliation.
Severance Music Center 11001 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
Through May 25
Steam and Steel: Propelling the Future of the Great Lakes
The Great Lakes Science Center’s celebration of the Steamship William G. Mather centennial continues with a new special exhibit that provides guests with an opportunity to experience what its like to be on a freighter. Interactive exhibits allow you to steer the Mather, virtually load and unload cargo and much more. Included with Science Center admission. Tours of the Mather available for extra charge.
601 Erieside Ave. Cleveland
Opens May 23 during regular business hours
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Live at the Locks Music Showcase
The summer concert series in Akron kicks off with multiple live acts on two stages throughout the afternoon and evening. Free admission.
Maynard Performance Pavilion- Lock 3 and Lock 4 Stage, Akron
May 24
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Rockin’ on the River
Northern Ohio’s longest-running outdoor summer concert series returns to Black River Landing. The first show of the season features Dirty Deeds, an AC/DC tribute band. Right Now opens, performing music from Van Halen’s Sammy Hagar era. Tickets $10.
421 Black River Lane, Lorain
May 25
October London
The smooth contemporary soulman teams with the R&B songstress and reality TV star Tamar Braxton for a night of romantic tunes and melismatic vocal acrobatics. Ro James opens. Tickets start at $39.50.
Jacobs Pavilion, 2014 Sycamore St., Cleveland
8 p.m., May 24
Smoking Popes / Off With Their Heads
Chicago pop-punkers meet Minneapolis pop-punkers in a double album night. The former play “Born to Quit” in full; the latter will deliver “In Desolation.”
Mahall’s/The Roxy, 13200 Madison Ave., Lakewood
May 24
Sessanta V 2.0
Featuring Primus, Puscifer and A Perfect Circle. A three-fer show led by Tool’s Maynard James Keenan doing double duty and performing with two of his side projects. The unusual stage setup will see three bands onstage at all times, rotating short sets and sitting in with each other on select tunes. Tickets $51 and up.
Blossom Music Center, 1145 West Steels Corners Rd., Cuyahoga Falls
8 p.m., May 25
Tennis
Dreamy retro-pop with glossy, vintage vibes. They’re on a farewell tour and we hardly knew ye! Their last show here (opening for the Decemberists at the Agora) was pure delight. They will be missed. Tickets $29.50
Globe Iron, 2320 Center St., Cleveland
May 25
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Guardians vs. Dodgers
Cleveland welcomes Shohei Ohtani and Los Angeles for a series that kicks off on Memorial Day. Fans will receive a jersey featuring either Hunter Gaddis, Tim Herrin or Cade Smith on Monday. Tuesday is Peanuts Night.
Progressive Field, Cleveland
May 26 - May 28
AC/DC: the PWR/UP Tour
The hard rock legends and Rock Hall inductees are ready to shake you all night long with special guests The Pretty Reckless. Tickets $75.50 and up.
Huntington Bank Field, Cleveland
CLEVELAND, Ohio — It could be a scorcher in Northeast Ohio this summer — and possibly a wetter one, too.The latest seasonal outlook from the Climate Prediction Center, released May 15, favors above-normal temperatures and increased chances of precipitation in the Cleveland area for June, July and August.It’s the heat that could steal the spotlight this summer, with warmer-than-average...
CLEVELAND, Ohio — It could be a scorcher in Northeast Ohio this summer — and possibly a wetter one, too.
The latest seasonal outlook from the Climate Prediction Center, released May 15, favors above-normal temperatures and increased chances of precipitation in the Cleveland area for June, July and August.
It’s the heat that could steal the spotlight this summer, with warmer-than-average conditions favored in every U.S. state — and Ohio is no exception.
The only differences across the country are how strong those odds are.
For most of Ohio, including Cleveland, there’s a 33% to 40% chance that temperatures will be above normal. Areas east of the city, stretching into western Pennsylvania, face even higher odds, with a 40% to 50% chance of warmer-than-average conditions.
To put the summer outlook into perspective, it helps to know what a typical summer looks like in the Cleveland area. According to data from the National Weather Service, the normal monthly mean temperatures are 70.4 degrees in June, 74.5 degrees in July and 73 degrees in August.
These “normal” temperatures are based on 30-year climate averages from 1991 to 2020, a standard used by meteorologists to represent typical conditions over time.
In the same time period, the mean maximum temperatures are 79.8 degrees in June, 83.7 degrees in July and 82 degrees in August.
The mean maximum temperatures refer to the average of the highest temperatures recorded.
Beyond Ohio, the highest chances for extra-hot weather this summer are found in parts of Texas, Nevada, Idaho, Utah, Colorado, Wyoming, Arizona and New Mexico, according to the outlook. Those areas have a 60% to 70% chance of hotter-than-normal temperatures.
Not far behind is New England, south Florida and much of the Mountain West, which are all likely to see above-normal summers, forecasters said.
The seasonal precipitation outlook for June, July and August isn’t as consistent nationwide as the temperature predictions. While the Pacific Northwest and a central band of the country are favored to see less rain than usual, the East Coast, Gulf Coast, Alaska and Arizona are favored to see more.
In Ohio, there’s a chance the eastern two-thirds of the state could see 33% to 40% above-normal precipitation, according to the outlook. The rest of the state has an equal chance of seeing a typical amount of precipitation compared to historical normals.
To put that into context, the Cleveland area typically gets 3.83 inches of rain in June, 3.67 inches in July and 3.56 inches in August, according to precipitation data from the weather service.
A beloved Ohio TV weatherman is “no longer employed” as a meteorologist at an ABC affiliate he worked at for years, the station revealed in a vague statement.“News 5 wants to share with our viewers a change to our on-air staffing. Meteorologist Mark Johnson is no longer employed at WEWS,” the Cleveland-based news station announced on Friday.WEWS Vice President and General Manag...
A beloved Ohio TV weatherman is “no longer employed” as a meteorologist at an ABC affiliate he worked at for years, the station revealed in a vague statement.
“News 5 wants to share with our viewers a change to our on-air staffing. Meteorologist Mark Johnson is no longer employed at WEWS,” the Cleveland-based news station announced on Friday.
WEWS Vice President and General Manager Steve Weinstein added that the station takes “protecting” its audience “very seriously.”
“We want our audiences to know that News 5 and its parent company, Scripps, take protecting our audiences’ trust very seriously by requiring our employees to adhere to the highest ethical standards,” Weinstein said.
“We cannot provide further details, as this is a personnel matter.”
WEWS said they have already begun searching for Johnson’s replacement.
“Our commitment to being the weather team Northeast Ohio turns to for safety and accuracy remains steadfast,” the station wrote.
News director Jodie Heisner told Cleveland.com Saturday that the station could not “comment beyond what was posted on our website.”
The Post has reached out to News 5 for comment.
The widely adored meteorologist being let go from his position shocked locals, who quickly took to social media to vocalize their confusion and outrage.
“You are the one who made me watch weather news. ABC is nothing without you,” another wrote to the veteran weatherman.
“No idea what happened, that’s between you and WEWS, but hope to see you back on the air soon and that it’s somewhere in NE Ohio! Wish you luck whenever and wherever that may be!” wrote another.
“More than anyone, you know there will be sunshine after a storm. Clevelanders stand with you … your stellar reputation cannot be tarnished and we celebrate your decades of loyalty to our community,” another fan wrote to the meteorologist.
Though Johnson has not publicly made a statement on his departure from the station, the beloved weatherman replied to one user’s post on Saturday.
“Well no reason for me to ever watch WEWS 5 every again. Not without Mark Johnson!” the fan wrote.
“I still love my News5 Family. Some great people,” Johnson replied.
While he may no longer be employed at WEWS, Johnson still took to Facebook Sunday night, asking residents in Ashtabula County if they felt a small 2.5 magnitude earthquake in the area.
The veteran meteorologist graduated from Kent State University in 1988 with a bachelor’s degree in mass communications and media studies, according to his LinkedIn.
In 1993, Johnson started working for News 5 and spent more than three decades delivering weather forecasts to residents in Northeastern Ohio, Cleveland.com reported — adding that his biography page on News 5 Cleveland’s website had already been taken down.
The outlet reported that he was the first Cleveland-area forecaster to hold both the American Meteorological Society (AMS) and the National Weather Association (NWA) Seals of Approval.
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