🌱 Gas Prices Below $4 Per Gallon + County Mask Mandate

Hello, everybody. I'm back in your inbox this morning with the most important things happening in Strongsville these days. Let's have at it.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and nice. High: 80 Low: 63.

Here are the top three stories today in Strongsville:

1. The average price of gasoline in Cuyahoga County has fallen below $4 a gallon. The average price in the county is currently $3.98. The only county still above $4 per gallon in the region is Geauga County at $4.12 per gallon. (Cleveland.com)
2. Masks will once again be required in Cuyahoga County buildings on Aug. 1. The mask requirements return is due to an increase in COVID-19 cases. The county will also require individuals to practice 6-foot social distancing while prohibiting more than 4 individuals in an elevator. The CDC has currently labeled the county at a "high" community spread level. (Cleveland 19)
3. The Cuyahoga County Council will be deciding whether or not to purchase property along Transport Road for the construction of a new jail on Tuesday. The council will also be considering a measure to permanently extend the quarter-percent sale tax to pay for the new jail's construction. The council has not fully decided on whether or not to build a new jail or renovate the existing structure. (Cleveland.com)

Today in Strongsville:

• The Ohio Vendor Showcase At Strongsville Market District (11:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• The next Strongsville Community Band Concert will be on Aug. 5. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. on the lawn of Strongsville Middle School. Don't forget to bring a blanket or lawn chair. (City of Strongsville)
• The Strongsville Police Department reminds the community to lock doors. By simply locking a door, the chance of theft is significantly lowered. (Strongsville Police Department via Facebook)
• Strongsville's next Shred Day is on Sept. 10 at 11:00 a.m. The event will be held at Jardine Funeral Home. Start collecting shredding materials today. (City of Strongsville)

Thanks for following along and staying informed. See you all Monday morning for another update!

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a senior writer 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.