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🌱 Patch AM: Why did a Cleveland Heights teen say his cousin pulled a gun?

And on the Cleveland Heights Patch calendar - HOBBIT at Dobama Theatre

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In today's newsletter:

  • Why did a Cleveland Heights teen say his cousin pulled a gun?
  • Is Cleveland Heights’ own Travis Kelce nearing the end of his career?

Also on today's calendar: HOBBIT at Dobama Theatre and 7 more events.

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And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Elsa J.!

Today's riddle: How many sheep does it take to make a sweater? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Cloudy, with a high of 37 and low of 32 degrees.
  • Sunday: Periods of rain, temps: high: 56, low: 35.
  • Monday: Very windy; snow showers, with a high of 42 and low of 24 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Ohio teen says he was robbed at gunpoint by his own cousin after unknown friend showed up (local12.com) — Cleveland Heights readers should know police are investigating a reported armed robbery involving a local 14-year-old who says his 15-year-old cousin held him at gunpoint after an arranged meetup. The teen told officers he was lured by Uber to a Cleveland gas station, where the alleged theft occurred, and was later placed in social services while detectives review surveillance footage.
   

• Heights High Grad Travis Kelce Faces Emotional Night, Retirement Looms (wzakcleveland.com) — Cleveland Heights residents may be watching hometown NFL star Travis Kelce grapple publicly with whether this season could be one of his last. The longtime Kansas City Chiefs tight end, a Heights High grad, grew emotional after a recent game as he acknowledged the physical toll of football and said he’ll carefully weigh retirement once the season ends.
   


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  • Please share & repost to help reunite this stray cat!
    FOUND on December 25, 2025 in Cleveland Heights, OH 44106 near Overlook Rd Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact the… (Nextdoor Coventry / Heights)
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    Hit pit hole that was in my lane at intersection in E CLE. Brand new tire popped!!! E CLE city call tomorrow? So bummed (Nextdoor Potter Village)
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🗞 Nearby News

East Cleveland

  • Djapo Cultural Arts Institute Partners with Cleveland Public Library for Kwanzaa celebration (news5cleveland.com)
  • Fishing, hunting keeping outdoors folks busy: Fishing report for Dec. 25-28 (cleveland.com)
  • RTA will finally be able to fix a big inconvenience for many taking the train to the airport (cleveland.com)

Ok Cleveland Heights! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I have no idea. I didn’t even know sheep could knit.
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