🌱 Driver Involved In I-77 Explosion Charged + Veterans Day Deals

Hi all. Sean Peek here with your Thursday edition of the Cleveland Daily. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about what's happening in town.

But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny and warm. High: 68 Low: 54.

Here are the top three stories today in Cleveland:

1. The driver of a dump truck who was involved in a crash and explosion on I-77 will face criminal charges. According to the Summit County Sheriff's office, 51-year-old Gregory Pree has been booked after months of investigation into the May 12 crash. Pree struck a 64-year-old Ohio Department of Transportation employee who was doing debris removal on the side of the road. The worker was injured in the ensuing chaos. Pree has been charged with aggravated vehicular assault, operating a vehicle under the influence of drugs, and driving without a valid license. (Cleveland 19 News)
2. In honor of Veterans Day on Friday, many businesses in Cleveland are offering military members discounts and free meals. This list will let you know where retired and active military members can receive these benefits. A valid form of ID showing present or prior military service is required. Visit the link for the complete list of businesses and additional information. (News 5 Cleveland WEWS)
3. Although Cleveland has been enjoying a surprisingly warm fall so far, winter is right around the corner. Due to the last remnants of Tropical Storm Nicole coupled with an approaching arctic front from the west, Cleveland is in for some rough weather throughout the week and into the weekend. Experts are warning residents of heavy rain and freezing temperatures. For more information and detailed forecasts, visit the link. (WJW FOX 8 News Cleveland)

Today in Cleveland:

• Community Pickleball at Mayfield High School (8:30 AM)
• PAC Meeting at Cleveland Municipal (9:30 AM)
• Beginner Tai Chi at Mayfield High School (10:00 AM)
• State Of Downtown: Optimism For The Future at Cleveland Leadership Center (11:30 AM)

From my notebook:

• Wild Winter Lights at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo starts Nov. 15! Click here to learn more and get your tickets. (Cleveland Metroparks Zoo via Facebook)
• Krampus is coming back to the Cleveland Botanical Garden on Dec. 3! Swing by and see if you can spot him. (Cleveland Botanical Garden via Facebook)
• The Cleveland Browns have signed WR Cyril Grayson to the practice squad. Welcome, Cyril!(Cleveland Browns via Facebook)
• The Perkins Wildlife Center has a new resident that's stinking cute! Iris, the four-month-old striped skunk, is the newest addition to the Wildlife Centers' family. (Cleveland Museum of Natural History via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with your next 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.