Daniel H. Burnham and John Wellborn Root: Designers of the first skyscrapers
Cleveland Masterworks: Daniel H. Burnham and John Wellborn Root—pioneers in steel framing construction—designed three of Cleveland's tallest buildings, for the times, in the 1890s.
MetroHealth expansion to bring new mental health services to Cleveland Heights facility
MetroHealth's $42 million expansion of its Cleveland Heights medical center will help meet the growing need for mental health services in the region. 
Food for Thought: JCU student entrepreneurs create food buggy to feed the homeless
Students in John Carroll University's entrepreneurial program are feeding hungry customers while also feeding the homeless with their new food buggy concept.
Who’s Hiring in CLE: Metroparks, Holden Fresh Fork, Punch Bowl Social, and more
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Frank Walker and Harry Weeks: Designers of Municipal Stadium, other cherished landmarks
Cleveland Masterworks: Frank Walker and Henry Weeks designed more than 600 buildings, including some of Cleveland's most recognizable structures—from Severance Hall to the Lorain-Carnegie Bridge. 
Centennial celebration: Capitol Theatre marks 100 years as a Detroit Shoreway destination
Gordon Square's Capitol Theatre turns 100 years old next week and officials are planning a year-long celebration—starting Thursday, April 8.
Swish! New Cavs creative director scores in his hometown with stunning basketball graphics
Artist Daniel Arsham was named the Cavaliers' new creative director last fall—the first artist in the NBA to be hired for that position. Since then, the Cleveland native has made an impact on the city with his basketball-themed graphic images.
J. Milton Dyer: Designer of local iconic buildings, summer homes for the wealthy
Cleveland Masterworks: J. Milton Dyer was a versatile architect—designing industrial buildings and social clubs, while also designing summer homes for Cleveland's early elite crowd.
What’s in a name? WRHS historian to examine origins of CLE neighborhood names at virtual event
Western Reserve Historical Society's John Grabowski will explore how local neighborhood name changes have been influenced by shifting demographics, politicians, developers, and urban planners.
Downtown Cleveland Alliance celebrates signs of progress after a challenging year
Despite the pandemic, downtown activity and growth remained strong in 2020, according to the Downtown Cleveland Alliance's annual report. 
Who’s Hiring in CLE: Fairfax Development, NASA, Botanical Garden, Goodwill, and more
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Levi Scofield: Soldier, sculptor, architect
Cleveland Masterworks: From Civil War soldier to designing the Soldiers and Sailors monument and Central High School, to his home on a bluff overlooking the city, Levi Scofield was a man of many talents.
Online boutique Mapachas focuses on eco-friendly goods
From baby clothes to candles and handmade homewares, Mapachas focuses on conscious consumerism with local, eco-friendly products. 
Frank Lloyd Wright: Usonian architect, home design icon
Cleveland Masterworks: Frank Lloyd Wright may be known for his designs for Falling Water, New York's Guggenheim, and Tokyo's Imperial Hotel, but the 11 Usonian homes he designed in Ohio—most notably the Penfield House—set the stage for Tom Matowitz's behind-the-scenes look at Wright's life. 
Cover up: Shaker Heights utility box designs continue into fifth year
The utility boxes in Shaker Heights get more colorful each year as high school students and artists create vinyl box covers in vibrant designs. 
Permanent record: Black Lives Matter and there is no place for hate at University Settlement
Equity and inclusion are a priority at the social services agency University Settlement. So the organization hired two local artists to design a permanent mural denouncing hate and sharing the love.
Who’s Hiring in CLE: City Club, Botanical Garden, Museum of Art, East Cleveland Police, and more

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Frank B. Meade: Architect of Cleveland's iconic Tudor homes
A strong contender for Cleveland's greatest architect is Frank B. Meade, renowned for his mastery of the Tudor style. Known for designing the Hermit Club and the Drury mansion, Meade and partner Montgomery Hamilton designed more than 800 unique homes in the Cleveland area. 
High School principal’s Black literacy initiative wins Accelerate civic pitch competition

John Marshall principal Sara Kidner wants to improve literacy and promote teaching as a future career field among young Black males with paid internships for Black high school students to read to younger students.

Local advocacy groups band together to keep residents’ power, water on
Utilities for All and other advocacy groups are asking for fairness and transparency in how Cleveland handles utilities shutoffs during the pandemic.