🌱 Cuyahoga County Sues Opioid Manufacturers + New Chipotle Opening

Hey, Strongsville! I'm here in your inbox per usual to get you up to speed on everything you need to know about what's going on around town.

But first, your local weather:

• Wednesday: A shower around, mainly early. High: 53 Low: 49.
• Thursday: Breezy with periods of rain. High: 64 Low: 34.

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Here are the top three stories today in Strongsville:

1. Cuyahoga County has joined several cities and counties in suing opioid manufacturers, distributors, pharmacies, and others responsible for the painkiller epidemic that has devastated communities across the U.S. The lawsuit has been filed in federal court and targets companies that made, marketed, and sold prescription opioids, including pharmacy benefit managers. The allegations in the lawsuit state that companies pushed opioids in part through deceptive marketing, putting their desire for profits above the health and well-being of consumers at the cost of plaintiffs. (cleveland.com)
2. Animal Control Officer Chuck McCleary advises people to leave foxes alone if they spot them in their yard during the beginning of spring. Fox sightings are more common during this time of year due to denning season, and a mother fox will give birth to kits and choose a den site close to people to deter coyotes. It's important not to call a service to "relocate" the foxes since it will often get them killed, and seeing a fox during the day does not mean it is rabid. (Cleveland 19 News)
3. Chipotle is opening a new location with a drive-thru pickup lane in Strongsville on Mar. 23. The new restaurant will replace the chain's location across the street at SouthPark Mall. Guests can try the new chicken al pastor, which is among the fastest-growing Mexican dishes, both at the new location and at other Chipotle locations. (cleveland.com)

Today and tomorrow in and around Strongsville:

Wednesday, March 22

• Family Storytime - Chagrin Falls Branch Of Cuyahoga County Public Library, Chagrin Falls (10:00 AM)
• Collective Night: An Open Mic - CODA, Cleveland (7:30 PM)

Thursday, March 23

• Young Tree Pruning - Strongsville Branch Of Cuyahoga County Public Library (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Cleveland Browns fans! If you want a chance to win a signed Deshaun mini helmet, head over to this post to find out more. (Cleveland Browns via Instagram)
• Welcome to The Lotus Branch, the newest business here in Strongsville! The store features vintage and repurposed furniture and decor and serves as the retail store for Great Finds Estate Liquidation. (City of Strongsville Government via Facebook)
• The Strongsville Rec Center is having a coloring contest just in time for Easter! Stop by the front desk before Friday, Mar. 24 to pick up an entry form. (City of Strongsville Government via Facebook)

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— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a content manager with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.