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CityMusic Cleveland to present critically acclaimed but reclusive violinist Dylana Jenson

CityMusic Cleveland to present critically acclaimed but reclusive violinist Dylana Jenson

CLEVELAND, OH - CityMusic Cleveland, which has been wowing audiences and breaking down barriers to the widespread enjoyment of classical music through its free concert series performed in local venues throughout Northeast Ohio for seven years, will present critically acclaimed but reclusive violinist Dylana Jenson in their March 16 – 19, 2011 concert series to be performed at the Fairmount Presbyterian Church in Cleveland Heights; the Elyria First United Methodist Church and Cleveland’s St. Ignatius of Antioch Church  and Shrine of St. Stanislaus Church.

Dylana Jenson was the first woman and, at 17, the youngest to win the Silver Medal at the Tchaikovsky Competition, thereby breaking gender barriers on the international classical music scene.  She has enamored audiences at most major US venues, including Carnegie Hall, as well as in Europe, Australia, Japan and Latin America.  Jenson’s is a story of struggle against prejudice and triumph through the beauty of music.  When she chose to marry at 21, her wealthy benefactor demanded his instrument back believing a married woman could not be serious about her art.  After a long struggle to reclaim her voice, Jenson has re-emerged on the classical music scene at 49, capturing all the sadness and longing of her struggle in the magnificence of her music.

Joel Smirnoff, who received a life time achievement award at this year’s Grammy’s, will conduct the series.  Smirnoff, who is a recurring CityMusic Cleveland conductor, has appeared nationally and internationally as a conductor, making his American debut with the San Francisco Symphony and frequently guest conducting for the New World Symphony in Miami and the Tanglewood Music Center Orchestra. A former Chair of The Julliard School’s violin department, Smirnoff has been a member of the Juilliard String Quartet since 1986 and its leader since 1997.

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NEORSD Southerly Wastewater Treatment Plant Flooded

NEORSD Southerly Wastewater Treatment Plant Flooded

CLEVELAND, OH - The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District's Southerly Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) is experiencing flooding and is limited in its capabilities to treat wastewater entering the plant. This morning's flooding was caused by heavy rains compounded by snow melt and already-saturated grounds.

The Southerly WWTP has experienced damage to buildings, equipment and service tunnels. The Bar Rake Building - where flow initially enters the WWTP - is flooded by 4' of water and is inoperable. The Sewer District is currently assessing the extent of damage to the plant as well as the impact this will have on customers.

"As the Cuyahoga River approaches record flood levels, we recognize the importance of this critical infrastructure and need to invest in not only the infrastructure, but our future as a region," said Julius Ciaccia, Executive Director, NEORSD.

The Sewer District's Water Quality and Industrial Surveillance Department has a policy in place to limit flow from area industrial customers. As a precautionary measure, the Sewer District is encouraging residential customers to limit water usage.

In addition, three interceptor sewer pipes - the Cuyahoga Valley Interceptor, Big Creek Interceptor and Southwest Interceptor - have been shut down to further reduce flow entering the WWTP. An interceptor sewer is a large sewer that collects wastewater and delivers into the WWTP. Wastewater flow will be diverted to the Cuyahoga River. The Ohio EPA has been notified of this action.

The Southerly WWTC typically handles 125 million gallons of wastewater each day. The plant can fully treat up to 400 million gallons per day; an additional 335 million additional gallons can receive primary treatment (solids removal).

Zoo Closed: Flooding prompts closure of Cleveland Zoo and Rainforest

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CLEVELAND, OH (WOIO) - Severe flooding has prompted the closure of the Cleveland Zoo and Rainforest.

According to Zoo officials, the flooding is mainly in the parking lots and near the administration building.

All the animals appear to be safe.

The Zoo is slated to reopen on Tuesday. 

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Cleveland Police and Fire Face Off for Rainbow in a Pancake Eating Contest

Cleveland Police and Fire Face Off for Rainbow in a Pancake Eating Contest

In a heated pancake eating battle held at the Steelyard International House Of Pancakes, the Cleveland Division of Fire defeated the Cleveland Division of Police 25 plates to 20. As a result of the event the Cleveland Division of Police raised $350.00 and the Cleveland Division of Fire raised $250.00. The money raised was donated to the Children’s Miracle Network.

In celebration of National Pancake Day, IHOP restaurants nationwide will offer each guest a free short stack of buttermilk pancakes in an effort to raise awareness and funds for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

Last year, the seven Cleveland-area IHOP restaurants (listed below) raised more than $16,000 for Rainbow. This year, IHOP is hoping to raise at least $20,000 locally. Nationally, the restaurant aims to $2.3 million for children’s hospitals across the nation. To find a local IHOP or to donate online, visit www.ihoppancakeday.com.

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Cleveland
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Snow Slam: ODOT crews working 12 hour shifts to clear roadways

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CLEVELAND, OH (WOIO) - Northeast Ohio residents were slammed Friday morning with nearly a foot of snow.

The morning commute was a complete disaster from all directions, travelers spotted tow trucks pulling other tow trucks out of ditches and even O-DOT trucks stuck off the side of the road.

The Ohio Department of Transportation crews were in full force despite the amount of snow making your morning commute complete chaos.

In Akron, more than 50 trucks were out plowing and salting. For most of the day, hills, highways, primary roads and feeder roads were be the focus of their work.

In Cleveland, more than 70 snow plow crews hit the roads Friday morning. 

ODOT plow drivers are working around the clock, in eight-to-12 hour shifts, to clear roadways of blowing and drifting snow.  Snow is expected to continue through the morning falling at rates of two inches an hour in some areas. 

Transportation officials remind motorists to travel only if necessary Friday.

Drivers should remove any snow on your vehicle's windows, lights, brake lights and signals. Make sure you can see and be seen. Avoid potentially dangerous breakdowns by inspecting your vehicle. Check your tires, wipers, fluids, lights, belts and hoses regularly.

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Free Tax Preparation at Tri-C Metro Campus

Free Tax Preparation at Tri-C Metro Campus

CLEVELAND, OH - Community members are invited to “Super Tax Refund Saturday” at Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C®), a free tax-filing service for those who meet eligibility requirements. The event is sponsored by the Cuyahoga Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Coalition, Tri-C, PNC Bank and the City of Cleveland. Super Saturday Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (V.I.T.A.) will be hosted at the Metropolitan Campus of Tri-C on March 5 and April 16. 

“Each year, millions of dollars in refunds go unclaimed by individuals filing tax returns,” said Maria J. Thompson, community consultant for PNC Community Development Banking.  “We look forward to again helping to efficiently deliver tax refunds to local families and communities most in need.” 

The events will take place at 2900 Community College Avenue in Room 223 in the Health Careers & Sciences Building.  Free parking is available at the College in Lot 2 on Community College Avenue.

Returns will be prepared and filed by IRS certified tax-preparers and completed while the tax-payer waits. All returns will be screened for eligibility for the Earned Income Tax Credit and the Child Tax Credit. To qualify, tax-payers must have a 2010 earned income less than $48,000, and must be filing a simple return. V.I.T.A. sites do not prepare Schedules C, D or E.

Tax-payers should remember to bring: Current photo I.D., Social Security cards for each adult and child on the return, W2 and 1099 income statements, child care expense statement and provider’s Tax I.D. Number, Form 1099-INT for any checking or savings accounts as well as bank account and routing numbers for direct deposit.

To make an appointment for March 5 or April 16, call 2-1-1 for the Super Tax Refund Saturday.

Ya Dig?: Cleveland beefs up weather crews to battle Old Man Winter's wrath

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CLEVELAND, OH (WOIO) - To manage today's snowfall; the City of Cleveland has increased the number of crews clearing snow by adding 16 auxiliary crews and 10 road graders to the 53 units of the snow removal fleet that have been out since midnight. The additional resources are from the Public Utilities department and were deployed early this morning. They are currently plowing the main streets and will continue to do so until after evening rush hour. Snow removal crews will be fully staffed around the clock for the next 24 to 48 hours. Initially, all primary main and secondary main streets will be serviced. Tandem plowing will occur, with the drivers remaining on the main and secondary streets until the snow subsides and the roads are in good passable condition. Crews will transition into residential streets to plow 8 hours after the snowfall ends completely. The goal is to have all streets serviced within 24 to 36 hours depending on the actual amount of snow fall. This work plan will be ongoing until main thoroughfares and residential streets are clear.

Evening rush hour motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes and highway entrance ramps outside of the central business district area in order to help prevent gridlock. Additionally, motorists should avoid blocking intersections (a citable offense) by making sure that they will be able to pass through them before the signal changes. Police Officers/Traffic Controllers will be deployed to various intersections throughout Downtown to provide direction during rush hour.