🌱 Body Discovered In Lake Erie + Metal Plant Explosion + Abduction

Good morning, friends. I'm back in your inbox this morning with your new edition of the Lakewood Patch newsletter. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening these days in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: Strong winds subsiding. High: 46 Low: 33.
• Wednesday: Cloudy; p.m. rain, breezy. High: 41 Low: 36.

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Here are the top three stories in Lakewood today:

1. A man's body was found in Lake Erie by a resident living on Erie Cliff Drive in Lakewood who was reporting a break-in of their storage shed, according to Lakewood police Capt. Gary Stone. The victim was in his 20s and has not been identified. The police are currently investigating to determine if the two incidents are related. (WJW FOX 8 News Cleveland)
2. An explosion occurred at the I Schumann & Co. metal plant in nearby Oakwood Village, leading to a fire, 13 reported injuries, and the smell of "burning oil" in surrounding areas, including Seven Hills and Broadview Heights. Several of the injured workers have suffered burn injuries, and one is in critical condition, while the others are currently receiving medical treatment at different hospitals. This was not the first time an explosion occurred at the plant. (WKYC)
3. Cleveland police are searching for two vehicles, a gray Hyundai Elantra and a blue Kia Sportage, following reports of a possible abduction of a teenage girl who was heard screaming and blowing a whistle near the intersection of Anson Avenue and Dolloff Road. She was seen "hanging out" with the occupants of the cars earlier; however, at this time, it is not confirmed that there was an abduction. The suspect vehicles were reported as stolen, and police urge anyone with information on the incident to call 911. (WDTN)

Today and tomorrow in Lakewood:

Tuesday, February 21

• Toddler Tuesdays At Cove Community Center (9:00 AM)
• Happy Hour At Western Reserve Distillers (4:00 PM)
• Lakewood City Council Meeting At Lakewood City Hall (7:30 PM)

Wednesday, February 22

• Parent And Lactation Support For Infants At Cove Community Center (10:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Full- and part-time job opportunities are available in the Lakewood area. More details about companies hiring in the area are available at the link. (Lakewood Patch)
• Did you know the Friends of Lakewood Public Library hosts a book sale every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10:00-11:30 a.m.? Find your next read! (Lakewood Public Library via Facebook)
• REMINDER: The regular trash and recycling collection schedule resumes today after Monday's holiday. (City of Lakewood, Ohio - Municipal Government via Facebook)

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— 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.