Visions of Cleveland

Sporty Cleveland

2007-10-11T00:14:00.000-05:00

Go tribe! Beat them Yankees, next up the BoSox. Torre out of NY? All his players go too? Life is getting better all the time.

The tribe is the best team in baseball this year. They are on a roll too. Pitching, bullpen, fundamentals, and defense. And don't forget, we can hit too!

This may just be the best year in Cleveland Sports history. Cavs made it to the Championship. Browns aren't too far off, just wait til Brady gets the gig. This should be the best win percentage in Cleveland history, bu next year will be even better. Does it get any better than this?

-Doron Kutash

One last hurrah for GMA's retiring board

2007-04-23T00:59:00.000-05:00

President:	Justin Metzler jmetzle1@kent.edu
Vice President:	Ahmad Al-Awadhi aalawad@kent.edu
Treasurer:	Veronica Seevers vseevers@kent.edu
Secretary:	Liz Viall eviall@kent.edu
Graduate Student Senate Representatives:	Doron Kutash dpkutash@kent.edu Dan Lipinski dlipinsk@kent.edu Dijana Delibegovic ddelibeg@kent.edu
First-Year Vice President	Jill Shrader jshrader@kent.edu
GMA Adviser:	Felecia Urbanek furbanek@kent.edu

Above is the leadership of Graduate Management Association for the 06-07 school year. It was a pleasure serving Kent State's fine business graduate students.

Buckeyes moving on!

2007-03-23T13:40:00.000-05:00

After 2 straight nail-biters, the buckeyes basketball team is moving on to the Elite 8! Who knows what will come next. It should be exciting!

Downtown Kent is open for business

2007-03-23T13:25:00.000-05:00

There is a revitalization project going on in historic downtown Kent. The city is making it very easy to get involved. Properties are available. You can get involved with Main Street Kent, the organization in charge of making change. http://mainstreetkent.com (contact Mary Gilbert). What an exciting time for the city and local entrepreneurs. This city has many needs and provides a great opportunity for outside investment. Get started! Join in! I know I am.

Tons of new housing in downtown Cleveland

2007-01-12T10:39:00.000-05:00

Check out this link!

http://www.cleveland.com/business/plaindealer/index.ssf?/base/business/116807597834530.xml&coll=2
Luxury condos, affordable apartments, a growing downtown, new opportunities to start your own business. Cleveland's hot!

Buckeyes are down for the count

2007-01-09T02:54:00.001-05:00

It was a great season, but all good things must come to an end. The Buckeyes will always be Ohio's team, but Cleveland won't be living vicariously through the Buckeyes for a 2006-2007 championship. We must turn our focus to the Cavaliers for this season. The Cavs are in 1st place, lots of hope! After that, a new Tribe season with hope, and a Browns draft as well. Let's not forget that we can live vicariously through the Buckeyes on a run for the Final Four! Go Cleveland, and go Buckeyes!Doron Kutash signing off.

Cleveland Buckeyes, OH IO!

2007-01-08T11:57:00.000-05:00

The Buckeyes will play tonight for the National Championship! What a wonderful feeling. There really is nothing better, right? Well, a Browns, Cavs, or Indians championship would be at that level as well. Guess what though! If the Buckeyes win tonight, consider it a Cleveland championship. Here is why:

If you look at the Buckeyes depth chart, and roster, you will see a mass of Cleveland recruits. Troy Smith, Ted Ginn, Anthony Gonzales, Brian Robiskie, Jamario O'neal, Roy Hall, David Patterson, Mike D'Andrea, and these are just the big name guys at this current time. There are I believe 7 guys from Glenville HS. There are so many more that are Freshmen and Sophomores, awaiting their spot in the limelight. Also, if you count all of Northeast Ohio, there are more. Our top 2 running backs are from Akron, Pittman and Chris Wells. Our top 3 in passing stats are from this area(if you include Massillon). 5 out of the top 6 rushers are from this area. 7 of the top 8 receivers are from this area(including Canton). This is an amazing bit of information.

I am excited, Go Bucks!

http://www.cleveland.com/sports/plaindealer/bill_livingston/index.ssf?/base/sports/116824882239720.xml&coll=2&thispage=2

Cavs in 1st place!

2007-01-07T02:44:00.000-05:00

Here are the standings in the NBA. http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/standings The Cavs have overtaken the Detroit Pistons in the Central, and even have the best record in the entire Eastern Conference. This is a great sight to see, but we can't be satisfied. This team is good enough to win the championship with the right focus. This will be fun to watch!

Progressive Urban has an impressive portfolio

2007-01-04T18:24:00.000-05:00

I am quite impressed with Progressive Urban. They have one of the most "progressive" portfolios of all real estate firms doing business in Cleveland. Check out http://www.progressiveurban.com. The properties are new, upbeat, interesting, and often trendy. They appear to be very selective in choosing properties, often other firms will have less aesthetic properties on hand. This company is one to follow for the coming years in Cleveland.

Foulke in Cleveland!

2007-01-04T18:21:00.000-05:00

Great news for Indians fans. Another great signing for the bullpen, Keith Foulke. This bullpen is amongst the elite in the league. The Tribe is focused on pitching for once and this should lead them into the playoffs. The hitting will always be there with an average of 5 or 6 runs a game. Looks good for '07!

Leave Cleveland, but always come home

2007-01-04T02:38:00.000-05:00

On New Year's night one conversation was extremely memorable. Out to eat with 20 of my closest friends at "The Rusty Nail" restaurant near Kent, Ohio, this conversation came to be. I met Brian and found out he is a student at Cleveland State. We spoke about Cleveland. He said "people always come back home to Cleveland after they leave". This is one thing everyone says and everyone knows they want deep in their heart. Yes, Chicago is thriving, New York City is big for almost anything, Arizona and Vegas are booming. But, you can go there, establish yourself, and your life may feel incomplete. It's the inner feeling, that love of Cleveland that makes you return to "home". Cleveland has that something special that you just can't find anywhere else. Cleveland has the best people. Cleveland has heart. Cleveland was built on industry, and it is building up momentum in new industries. These industries are technology, healthcare, fuels, chemicals, polymers, liquid crystals, banking, and law(amongst many others). The city hit a dry-spell but for every trough comes a peak, and vice versa. Lets believe in Cleveland and return to our long-awaited and deserved peak and prosperity.

The Cavs win!

2006-12-30T04:37:00.000-05:00

This was an impressive win. A very comfortable lead fell to the wayside in the 4th quarter. Coach Mike Brown puts in Dwayne Jones? Was this his first minutes of the year? He got some key playing time when the lead was nearly dimishes in crucial "winning time", and he came through with some quality minutes. This is something that we saw when Anderson Varejao first set foot in the Q. "The Visionary" sees plenty of hope in Dwayne's game. Dwayne is a very skilled rebound and block artist that will make the most of his minutes. He is very agressive and has the ability to out-hussle his defender down the court. He does lack in shooting ability, but just like Anderson, he makes up for it in other ways. Another bright spot for Cleveland basketball.

http://www.cleveland.com/sportsflash/cavs/index.ssf?/base/sports-25/11674490557760.xml&storylist=cavs

Euclid Corridor Project

2006-12-30T04:33:00.000-05:00

The concept of the corridor is very exciting. We must not be too near-sighted when viewing this project. This is a project that is nationally, quite exclusive. RTA is bringing technology that is only found in Europe. Cleveland is one of a few projects of this type which gives us a view of the transportation of the future. The opportunity that comes with the project is the most exciting. This opens up a channel that will be home to tons of economic development, retail, housing, entertainment, you name it! This connects the 2 areas of highest employment levels, Public Square and University Circle. Imagine what this will do for the city. Close your eyes and visualize....Or just check out this link http://euclidtransit.org/euclid_corridor_project/video.asp

Cavaliers Update

2006-12-29T01:29:00.000-05:00

The Cavaliers 89-76 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday was a long-awaited road victory. The Cavaliers this season have been off to an awfully quiet start at a record of 16-11. Some are speculating that this team doesn't have what it takes. I disagree.

Mike Brown is getting his new players a little experience, trying out different sets, and mixing and matching player combinations. It's a great sign that Lebron is looking to pass for the 1st 3 quarters and is taking over in the 4th. Let the team gel and I promise you that you won't be disappointed when it comes time for the playoffs.

Indians Updates

2006-12-29T01:20:00.000-05:00

The Cleveland Indians have recently bolstered their bullpen for 2007. Recent additions are veterans Roberto Hernandez, Joe Borowski, and Aaron Fultz. They are also very near to signing Keith Foulke which would solidify the bullpen. This bullpen could be the best in the big leagues in 2007.

Restaurant Spotlight: Tommy's

2006-12-29T01:01:00.000-05:00

Since 1972 this Coventry restaurant (Cleveland Heights) has been a favorite. It serves healthy food but it is best known for its milkshakes. The milkshakes are "the best in the U.S.A." That's not just my opinion, it's also the word on the street. All the best flavors, creative originals, and milkshake enough to serve 2 or 3 people. Gotta love Tommy's!

P.S. Coventry is perfect for strolling, checking out the shops, grabbing a bite, and finishing the night at some trendy bars.

Top 10 Cleveland Attractions

2006-12-29T00:54:00.000-05:00

"Top 10 Cleveland Attractions" by About.com

1) Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
At downtown Cleveland’s North Coast Harbor, this interactive museum lives up to the hype. See the treasure trove of music memorabilia, discover an artist you hadn’t been aware of, and listen to the music in the many headphones throughout the museum.

2) Cleveland Museum of Art
One of the most important museums in the country, the Cleveland Museum of Art offers free admission to its permanent collection and gives residents and visitors the opportunity to view its extensive collection of Impressionist paintings and sculpture, medieval art, and Asian art. No one in Cleveland should miss this wonderful museum. (Please note: the Cleveland Museum of Art's permanent collection is closed until mid-2007; the museum is open for special exhibitions) See a sneak peak at the Barcelona and Modernity exhibit showing until January 7, 2007 and "Monet in Normandy" coming in February.

3) Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
See all the animals, the Australian Wilderness exhibit, and the fascinating Rain Forest. An extra bonus: the Cleveland Zoo is free to Cuyahoga County residents on Mondays (except holidays).

4) Severance Hall
The home of the Cleveland Orchestra, Severance Hall is an architectural gem. The neo-classical façade and the fanciful Art Deco interior never fail to delight.

5) The Western Reserve Historical Society
See how Cleveland’s benefactors lived during the Gilded Age of the late 1880s and learn about Cleveland’s history from Moses Cleaveland to the present day. The Chisholm Halle Costume Wing shares over 30,000 fashion items from the late 1700s to the present.

6) Cleveland Museum of Natural History
The Cleveland Museum of Natural History, located in Cleveland's University Circle area, is a treasure trove of over 4 million specimans. Exhibits include Dinosaur bones, natural gemstones and fossils, and a huge section on Ohio birds, plant life, insects, and archeology. A planetarium teaches kids and adults all about the moon, the stars, and the galaxy.

7) Children's Museum of Cleveland
The Children's Museum of Cleveland is an interesting and interactive place for kids and adults to learn and have fun together. Located in the University Circle neighborhood, the museum, established in 1981, welcomes visitors year round.

8) Cleveland Botanical Garden
The Cleveland Botanical Garden, located in the city's University Circle neighborhood, is a combination of indoor exhibits, housed in a magnificent glasshouse and ten acres of diverse outdoor gardens, including a special children's garden, a rose garden, a woodland garden, and a formal Japanese garden.

9) Great Lakes Science Center
The ten-year-old Great Lakes Science Center, at Cleveland's Northcoast Harbor, just down the road from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, invites visitors of all ages to "learn by doing" with their 400 hands-on exhibits. You'll find features on technology, the environment, the body, and the Great Lakes. There's an adjacent OMNI-MAX theater, too.

10) Cleveland Museum of Contemporary Art
The Cleveland Museum of Contemporary Art, located behind the Cleveland Playhouse on Carnegie Avenue, hosts eleven temporary exhibitions each year, featuring emerging international artists as well as notable artists, in all genres, from Northeast Ohio. What's more: admission is FREE on Fridays.

Famous Clevelanders

2006-12-29T00:51:00.000-05:00

2006 Heisman Trophy winner Troy Smith is from this city

1st pick in 2003 NBA Draft & 03-04 Rookie of the Year, Lebron James plays here

The best football player and maybe the greatest athlete of all time, Jim Brown played here

Winner of 4 Gold Medals in 1936 Olympics, Jesse Owens from here

Coach of only undefeated NFL season & winner of 2 Super Bowls, Don Shula from here

Creator of Superman, Jerry Siegel is from here

Best Pitcher of all time, Cy Young, debuted and played 12 seasons here

Famous director of horror films, Wes Craven was born here

Legendary 20th century actor and comedian, Bob Hope lived here

Famous poet Langston Hughes attended high school here

Famous boxing promoter Don King began his career here

--------------Some of this information is from About.com----------

Welcome to "Visions of Cleveland"

2006-12-29T00:40:00.000-05:00

This is where you need to go to get your daily feed of what's hot in Cleveland. This page is meant to educate, inspire, and entertain. You can find upcoming events on my blog. The perfect fix for Clevelanders, and those that are temporarily displaced and will most-definitely return. Everyone comes home to Cleveland :)