🌱 Malley's Sells Minority Interest + Best Black-Owned Restaurants

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Here are the top three stories today in Lakewood:

1. Lakewood-based Malley's Chocolates has sold a minority interest in the company to Promise Holdings LLC and a group of Cleveland investors. CEO Mike Malley confirmed the sale but stated that there are no immediate plans to expand into another city; he also noted the company is looking at making improvements at its existing plant. Malley's Chocolates was founded by Mike Malley's grandfather, Albert, on Madison Avenue near Lewis Drive and has gained a reputation for high-quality candy. (Subscription: Cleveland.com)
2. Two Lakewood eateries made Cleveland Magazine's list of Best Black-Owned Restaurants. Southern Cafe on Detroit Avenue received recognition for its "innovative twists on traditional soul food," such as buttermilk fried chicken and creamy grits. The Vegan Doughnut Co., also on Detroit Avenue, boasts all-vegan donuts — the first shop to do so in the state of Ohio. (Cleveland Magazine)
3. Harmonic Journeys will be hosting a free community potluck today (Saturday, Feb. 11) from 1-5 p.m. Psychic readers and healing providers will be on-site to provide free 10-15 minute sessions. Attendees are asked to bring a potluck dish to share; new members are welcome to come. (Lakewood Patch)

Today in Lakewood:

• Ghost The Musical At Beck Center For The Arts - Senney Theatre (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Here’s some post-Super Bowl trivia for you: 1,058 NFL players and 231 Super Bowl players since the 1966-67 season have hailed from Ohio. Check out more Super Bowl stats from across the country in this new BeenVerified study. (BeenVerified)
• Pop-punk genre benders Magnolia Park will bring their headlining tour to Mahall's on Mar. 21. The tour announcement comes after the release of their new track, "Do or Die," in collaboration with rapper Ethan Ross. (Broadway World)
• Congrats to the boys' basketball team at Lakewood St. Edward for the recent win against Cleveland John Hay! The game ended with a score of 78-24 to Lakewood. (Richland Source)

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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.