🌱 Cleveland Winter Weather Advisory + Mayor Bibb Speaks On Grant Use

Morning, Cleveland! I'm back with your fresh edition of the Cleveland Daily, fresh off the presses. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about what's going on these days in town.

But first, today's weather:

Morning snow showers. High: 36 Low: 32.

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Here are the top three stories today in Cleveland:

1. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect until 1:00 p.m. today, Jan. 23, for Cuyahoga, Lake, Geauga, and Ashtabula counties. Travelers should use caution due to snow, slick roads, and reduced visibility. The overall weather pattern for the rest of the month will be "colder and more active." (Cleveland 19 News)
2. The United States Conference of Mayors’ (USCM) DollarWise Campaign awarded its 2023 Innovation Grants to eight mayors, including Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb. Innovation Grant Award Recipients each receive $10,000 to expand their city’s economic mobility efforts. Mayor Bibb said he will use the DollarWise grant to "offer records expungement services to residents burdened with past marijuana convictions" and he "aims to help participants access higher-wage employment opportunities" through the program. (US Mayors.org)
3. The Cleveland Browns hired Jim Schwartz from the Tennessee Titans as defensive coordinator. Schwartz is replacing Joe Woods, who was recently fired. (Cleveland.com)

Today in Cleveland:

• United Black Fund Difference-Makers Days: Reduced Admission At Greater Cleveland Aquarium (9:00 AM)
• Sports Memorabilia Auction Consignment Event At Limelight (10:00 AM)
• Rustic Cleveland Skyline Paint + Sip At Saucy Brew Works (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Downtown Cleveland Twitter account posted some reminders for "snowy downtown days!" Clean up after your pets, because snow may melt but your pet's waste will not. Property owners are responsible for keeping sidewalks clear of snow and ice. Call DCA’s Clean + Safe Ambassadors at (216) 621-6000 for information, safety escorts, and more. (Downtown Cleveland via Twitter)
• On Jan. 25, Cleveland City Council President Blaine A. Griffin will speak about the priorities for Cleveland City Council and his vision for Cleveland in 2023 at The City Club of Cleveland's "Remarks from Cleveland City Council President Blaine A. Griffin." The forum in-person is sold out, but the livestream will be available beginning at 12:00 p.m. at www.cityclub.org. (The City Club of Cleveland)
• Curious about the local housing market? Check out the latest homes for sale in the Cleveland area, including a four-bedroom on Windward Road for $150,000. (Cleveland Patch)

That's it for today. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.