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While she's covered a wide swath of stories, the expert music writer recently hit the New York Times Best Seller List with her book on Taylor Swift. By Julia Lombardo

He may not have the most powerful bat in the MLB, but the catcher is a leader in the clubhouse. By Danny Cunningham

With the new technology coming online, the hospital system is readying their systems for a new frontier of health care. By Robin Goist

The senior NBA writer for ESPN.com is one of the brightest basketball minds in the country, and his rise from Akron Beacon Journal mirrors that of LeBron James. By Danny Cunningham

The actress has credits in HBO's Gilded Age and White Lotus as well as movies such as Avengers: Infinity War and Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. By Jaden Stambolia

The leader of Cleveland Division of Police never thought being an officer was for women. But starting as a traffic controller, she's fought to overcome that stigma as she's risen through the ranks. By Ida Lieskovszky

After a career shift, this entrepreneur and former college football player found success in insurance and risk management that propelled him to creating one of the largest Black-owned insurance companies in the region. By Dillon Stewart

Tied with a bow, the founder of lifestyle brand emilyOandbows is growing a business and audience thanks to Instagram and a smart aesthetic. By Lynne Thompson

This 24-year-old skating pro started in Strongsville before ice dancing took her around the world for championships and introduced her to her husband. By Christina Rufo

A trivia buff, this reporter, radio host and producer finds joy in all his work, but his favorite project is the children's program he hosts called NewsDepth. By Annie Nickoloff

The former journalist is telling stories in a new way as the executive director of Cleveland International Film Festival. By Shawn Mishak

The wide receiver for the United States Wome's Flag Football National Team didn't drop a ball on the way to gold. Now, she's eyeing the 2028 Olympics. By Jaden Stambolia

The founder of Hangry Brands has brought Cleveland STEAK Tremont, Lionheart Coffee and Geraci's Slice Shop, but his proudest achievement is founding Northeast Ohio's A Special Wish with his wife. By Julia Lombardo

Even after a firebombing at their church, the clergyperson continues to preach the word in an accepting environment. By Julia Lombardo

Not only has this pinball pro traveled around the world for big wins, the founder of Cleveland Pinball League is building community over the game. By Sarah Webb

The passionate sports commenter is one of Cleveland's leading voices of fandom, anger and celebration each morning o drive time radio. By Danny Cunningham

From working in the coal mines of China to starting Beijing's first brewery, Liu Fang has had an abundance of experiences before creating her modern Chinese culinary experience in Cleveland Heights. By Dillon Stewart

Recently opening her third restaurant, Oliva, this Albania-native — whose Casa La Luna is beloved — has grown into one of the area's top hospitality pros since starting at 17 years old. By Dillon Stewart

The 14-year-old guitarist has rocked arenas and stadiums as a pregame performer for the Cleveland Browns and Cavaliers. By Shawn Mishak

The Northeast Ohio native is a former pro basketball player who worked his way through the Cavaliers organization starting as an intern. By Danny Cunningham 

If you've ever been to the classic Johnny's Restaurant, you've heard Petrone tickle the ivories. But you've likely never heard some of the stories the former child performer has seen from behind the piano. By Annie Nickoloff

The Glenville High School graduate just competed in the 2024 Olympics in Paris and has her sights set on the World tournament in Liverpool, England, in September. By Vince Guerrieri

The leader of the new nonprofit running West Side Market has always had a passion for produce and farmers. By Robin Goist

A board certified lawyer in Ohio and California, the journalist and digital anchor is dedicated to finding the truth and fighting misinformation. By Dillon Stewart

The Lebanese-American shares her culture through her za'atar business and through her blog and social media accounts Your Lebanon. By Christina Rufo

Treat your skin to a new routine with an array of products from local skincare brands. By Julia Lombardo