Cleveland Tidbits

Enter free Plain Dealer’s Photo Contest

Sally Messinger — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10:53:01 +0000

The deadline is Friday, February 24. The grand prize winner will receive a 7 night Apple vacation for 2 to Mexico’s Riviera Maya region. Winning photos will be published on April 15 (Tax day) in the Plain Dealer. The contest is open to amateur photographers age 18 and older. Photos can be entered online. For more information, go to www.cleveland.com/travelcontest.

GRIN seeking new members

Sally Messinger — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 03:13:51 +0000

Golden Retrievers in Need (GRIN) is looking for members who love golden retrievers and are interested in fostering and fundraising for them. 216.229.0295 or www.GrinRescue.org.

Free entry animal contest for children

Sally Messinger — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 16:08:04 +0000

Geauga Humane Society is sponsoring “Me and my Pet” 50 word essay contest for children ages 5-9. The best drawings, essays, or poems about real or imaginary pets win prizes. Entries due by February 29. Call 440.338.4819 for details.

Real Estate construction is changing

Sally Messinger — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 01:34:54 +0000

Fewer single family homes are being built, and more apartemtn buildings are being built. There are getting to be more and more renters, and fewer buyers who want the responsibility of a single family house. But for those who want to buy a single family house, the time is now! Interest rates and selection are extremely wonderful. Call me and I’ll tell you how! 216.240.9911 Sally Messinger, Howard Hanna Real Estate

LeBron James says nice things about Cleveland

Sally Messinger — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 16:30:34 +0000

Finally, LeBron James admits he mishandled his departure from Cleveland and says he could see himself coming back. He said that Cleveland has “Some of the best fans the NBA and the world has to offer.” I wish he had … Continue reading →

Do you have vertebral fractures * and don’t know it?

Sally Messinger — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 01:22:13 +0000

Don’t assume that an aching back means a pulled muscle. It is the most common symptom of vertebral fractures, small cracks in the vertebrae of the spine. About 25% of women over 60 are prone to them. Usually they are never diagnosed. Hairline cracks in the vertebrae eventually can cause the bone to crumble and collapse. This condition is known as compression fracture. These fractures are usually due to osteopenia. People with one fracture are at risk of developing others. To prevent further problems, adopt bone-building stategies to protect the spine. Drug therapy, more calcium, vitamin D supplements, and eating leafy vegetables, such as kale and spinach (high in vitamin K, which helps calcium enter the bones) are helpful. Walk, swim, and strenthen your abdominal muscles. If the pain is severe, use ice or heat to relieve it. Get moving, Cleveland, and eat well!

Defensive Driving for Seniors?

Sally Messinger — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 22:13:59 +0000

You might be able to lower your insurance rate, if you are over 60 years old and complete the AAA Defensive Driving Course. You just might just save yourself a wad of dough. Contact your insurance company for the information about how much you could save. Cleveland classes are Monday April 16 or Wednesday, April 18 from 10 -3 pm. Cost is $10 for AAA members and $15 for non-members. Class at NCJW, 26055 Emory Road, Unit L, Cleveland Ohio 44128. www.ncjw

Give potatoes a second look

Sally Messinger — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 02:58:10 +0000

Potatoes are excellent sources of potassium. With the increasing popularity of high protein, low carb diets, consumers sometime believe that potatoes are bad foods. But potatoes have excellent sources of potassium, essential for healthy blood pressure. An average potato contains 400 mg to 900 mg of potassium (4,700 mg is needed daily to rid the body of excess sodium). Potatoes are also high in vitamin C to fend off colds and bacteria. Skip the sour cream and butter, as well as the salt, and you will have a delicious, healthy, and low cost nutritional punch!

Jump Back Ball * Saturday, February 25

Sally Messinger — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 14:51:40 +0000

Want to benefit Playhouse Square in downtown Cleveland? Jump Back Ball – Alice in Wonderland Jump Back Through the Looking Glass. Call 216.348.5258 for information and tickets. Saturday, February 25, 2012.

Cleveland Businessman and Real Estate Agent both convicted of fraud

Sally Messinger — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:32:36 +0000

Uri Gofman, of Beachwood, was convicted of real estate conspiracy and wire fraud while Tony Viola, 46, was convicted of defrauding lenders using fraudulent down payments and loan applications involving $44 million in real estate loans. The scheme contributed to the awful foreclosure crises in Cleveland, and real estate prices plummeted. Gofman will spend 8 years and 3 months in prison while Viola, of Cleveland Heights, was sentenced to twelve years and 6 months.