With the intense heat backing off a few degrees after the recent rain, a cooler day presented participants the perfect weather to go on a bike trip with Euclid Mayor Kirsten Holzheimer Gail. Starting in the morning of June 28 about 40 participants gathered at the front entrance of the Shore Cultural Centre, 291 E. […]
With the intense heat backing off a few degrees after the recent rain, a cooler day presented participants the perfect weather to go on a bike trip with Euclid Mayor Kirsten Holzheimer Gail.
Starting in the morning of June 28 about 40 participants gathered at the front entrance of the Shore Cultural Centre, 291 E. 222nd St., before heading out on the four-and-a-half mile route which would highlight the lakefront trail, Yuko Park, Russell Avenue Park and concluding at Bananas For Bikes, a local bike shop on Lakeshore Boulevard.
Holzheimer Gail said that besides the chance to get some exercise, the idea to behind having a “Bike with a Mayor” event was to not only have a chance to engage with some community members but also to gauge the quality of bike routes in the city.
“It’s just an opportunity to get residents out and ride their bikes and see some of the improvements we’ve made,” Holzheimer Gail said before departing. “We always want to help improve the bicycle and pedestrian safety for the community.
“I think that’s a big part in building a vibrant community. So, this is just a way to get out and model that.
“We would love to work towards more sheltered trails, but we don’t have enough room to do that,” Holzheimer Gail added. “So, just being mindful in how do we incorporate bike safety into our transportation planning is kind of part of everything that we do. As we are planning park improvements, as we are attracting businesses, keeping in mind of how do you make it safe for residents to ride their bike there.
“Sometimes it’s simple things like bike racks, sometimes it’s having special trails for the bikes, it can be a number of different things.”
She said that they have done around four similar bike rides in the past, each time the route changes in order to highlight a new area of the city. She said that while the bike ride was a big part of the event, it was also to build comradery and to show even lifetime residents that there are new things going on in the city.
“Last year we did kind of the south side Euclid Avenue, started at Collision Bend and kind of stayed up there,” Holzheimer Gail said. “So, this year, we are going to kind of focus more on the north. Still, with the improvements that we’ve made, it’s still hard to get over the field by the freeway and the big streets, so we are going to stay north this time.
“It’s also just a great way to meet residents,” Holzheimer Gail added. “I know one of the times that we did this, residents who have lived here most of their life were surprised by things that they didn’t know about… It’s a good way to learn about some things that are happening in the city, get to meet new people, and have some fun.”
Diana Hildebrand, education and outreach manager for Bike Cleveland, who was leading the group along the route as part of the safety team, said she is excited to get on the road and that the Bike with the Mayor event was, to her, a fun way for people to get involved.
“Bike with the Mayor rides are so important,” Hildebrand said. “It gets the community out and connects the person who they consider a higher up to the people to say, ‘hey I’m a person as well’…
“We have to let people know that bicycles are allowed to share the road with other vehicles. We also talk to our city and county people as well, so that they can start to implement changes — that they are aware that the sidewalks could be a little wilder, or maybe when we are repaving their streets we could add a speed table, buffer bike lanes or install a bike lane…”
While there were many places along the route that she was excited about, the first thing that came to mind, she said, was the new lakefront connections and Lake Erie itself.
“My favorite part is the connection to the lake and the beautification around the lake,” Hildebrand said. “They have been trying to install the park and while I was out here I was looking at it, I love being outside, and connecting communities to our beautiful lakefront is so important.”
Riding bikes can be fun, but it can also be dangerous. According to the National Safety Council, there were 1,377 preventable bicycle-related deaths in 2023 in the U.S., with 937 of those deaths due to being hit with a motor-vehicle.
Hildebrand said that she had something to say to drivers who might be getting a little too close.
“One thing I would like to say, so that people understand our bike safety laws, bicycles are (considered) vehicles in the state of Ohio and a lot of states across the nation,” Hildebrand said. “Just give us our three to four feet while passing us cautiously. And if I had to add an explanation point to something, don’t honk your horn at us. Hoking your horn absolutely scares a cyclist. We don’t know if a car is coming fast at us, or anything like that.
“Just be cautious with us on when we are on the roadways, and remember that, your mom, your dad, your aunt or uncle, your brother or sister- one of us are enjoying the outdoor space on two-wheels- or sometimes three-wheels if you want to ride a tricycle- just let us enjoy our time outside… we always want to come home to our families.”
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Aug. 12, 2025 – Northwest Mississippi Community College (NWCC) President Dr. Michael Heindl says the college is growing, expanding its programs, and deepening its role as an economic driver for the region. Speaking Tuesday to the Hernando Main Street Chamber of Commerce’s Quarterly Luncheon, Heindl detailed new facilities, rising enrollment, and the school’s continued success […]
Aug. 12, 2025 – Northwest Mississippi Community College (NWCC) President Dr. Michael Heindl says the college is growing, expanding its programs, and deepening its role as an economic driver for the region. Speaking Tuesday to the Hernando Main Street Chamber of Commerce’s Quarterly Luncheon, Heindl detailed new facilities, rising enrollment, and the school’s continued success in academics, athletics, and workforce training.
Serving 11 counties and 7,800 credit students last year, NWCC is the third-largest community college in Mississippi. The college is aiming to enroll at least 8,000 students this year — continuing a streak of 11 consecutive semesters of enrollment growth.
Scholarships and University Partnerships
NWCC offers scholarships starting at an ACT score of 20, with full tuition awarded for scores of 24 to 27 and full tuition plus room and board for 28 and above. The school maintains strong transfer partnerships with universities including Ole Miss, Mississippi State, Delta State, Jackson State, and the University of Southern Mississippi.
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One of the biggest developments is the new Ranger Center on Church Road in Southaven, home to the Registered Nursing program, Practical Nursing program, and a new Commercial Electrical program. The center also provides flexible workforce training space, a regional testing center, and a community meeting facility.
Academic and Career Programs
Popular academic programs include general college studies, business, and education, while career and technical tracks such as industrial electrical, precision manufacturing, and health sciences are seeing strong demand. NWCC awarded 2,226 degrees last year, with 84% of graduates staying in Mississippi to work or continue their education.
Economic Impact
A statewide study found Mississippi’s community colleges generate $2 billion in total economic impact. For every dollar invested by taxpayers, NWCC returns three dollars in income to the state economy.
Athletics and Student Achievement
NWCC competes in 14 intercollegiate sports and has seen national success in cheer, dance, women’s soccer, and rodeo. The women’s soccer team won its first-ever national championship last year, and the football team posted the highest GPA in the nation among community college football programs.
Heindl said NWCC’s mission remains focused on transforming students’ lives, enriching communities, and preparing a skilled workforce.
“It’s an exciting time to be a Northwest Ranger,” he told attendees. “We’re growing, innovating, and making a difference right here in our community.”
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Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert stopped by WDIO on Tuesday, August 12, to promote voters get out for the Minnesota Municipal Primary Election, which includes primaries in Duluth City Council races and the Duluth School Board. “This is small ‘d’ democracy. You know, this is where we maybe restore faith and trust in the in the […]
Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert stopped by WDIO on Tuesday, August 12, to promote voters get out for the Minnesota Municipal Primary Election, which includes primaries in Duluth City Council races and the Duluth School Board.
“This is small ‘d’ democracy. You know, this is where we maybe restore faith and trust in the in the democratic form of government,” said Mayor Reinert. “I mean these are our friends and neighbors who are willing to step forward and serve in the City Council, serve on the school board—they are likely people you know or somebody you know does.”
Mayor Reinert voiced an admiration for everyone who got their names on the ballot for this election.
“I will just say this is a really tough time to serve. You know, we are seeing more really sharp critical personal kind of comments especially in the online world and, so you know, anyone who is willing to step forward and say I’m willing to try and help do this work I think should be applauded.”
Reinert continued that the city councilors, specifically, are going to be facing some tough challenges ahead, including playing their part in balancing the budget with a $7.2 million deficit. He also highlighted the critical housing shortage at all of our income levels and the continuing need to grow the tax base so that the city can be more less dependent on state and federal funds for its needs.
“People continue to have that conversation about those core city services that we’re all concerned about— the condition of our streets, the, you know, almost hundred-year average age of our water and sewer infrastructure, taxes, of course, [and] even with a 0% levy last year, property taxes still can continue to be something that’s a challenge for a lot of Duluth residents.”
The Mayor also said one of the big issues he’d personally like the Council to address, is the future of Lester Park Golf Course.
“We continue to have this big piece of property sit. We now had a working group that spent all last year coming up with some elements that need to be [put] in a path moving forward –green space golf, connecting trails ,some food and beverage options, and of course another great opportunity for housing.”
During his interview, Mayor Reinert also applauded the City Council’s recent selection of Deb DeLuca as an interim City Councilor for District 2.
“With Deb DeLuca, you have somebody who is an eminently qualified leader — a career of public service, most recently, of course ,leading the port and the port has been firing on all cylinders. You have somebody who understands public –who understands government –who understands budgets.”
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