Fatal Shooting Unsolved + Drug Bust + Jack-O-Lantern Fun

Hello, neighbors! You've made to the weekend. Let's get your Saturday started with a blast of local news.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny with no chance of rain.

High: 78

Low: 65

Here are the top stories today in Cleveland Heights:

1. After picking out the best pumpkin at a store or during pumpkin patch and field visits in Cleveland Heights, now comes the fun part: transforming it into the best jack-o'-lantern ever to usher in the fall season and, of course, Halloween. (Cleveland Heights Patch)

2. Cleveland police are hoping the community can help them solve a fatal shooting that claimed the victim's life - almost two years after the fact. Romell Langford Jr., 27, was found with a gunshot wound to his head in Jan. 2019, according to police. The shooting took place inside of his apartment on Collondale Road. (Cleveland Patch)

3. Two men are behind bars in connection with a recent drug bust that occurred at two separate gas stations in Mentor. (Cleveland Patch)

4. A switch to a three-digit suicide crisis hotline will change how people in 82 area codes, including in Ohio, call their neighbors. (Across Ohio)

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Cleveland Heights Patch Notebook

• Cleveland Heights Police: "Are you interested in becoming a Police Officer with the City of #ClevelandHeights? If so, beginning Monday, October 4, 2021, those interested may submit an application online. (Link coming soon!) Keep in mind these qualifications..." (Facebook)
• Cleveland Clinic: "Cancer brought Aidan and Marco together. Music helped them create a long-lasting friendship. #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth Full story: https://cle.clinic/3z4W3yM" (Instagram)
• City of Cleveland Heights, Ohio - City Hall: Are you looking for a job? Job seekers can find training and employment with the help of job coaches who will be on site to help. You will learn about training opportunities and ways to advance your career through a wide range of employers. (Facebook)

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