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  • 3 weeks ago | news5cleveland.com | Damon Maloney

    MEDINA, Ohio — For the last decade, Sophia’s Smile has helped families across the area purchase headstones following the sudden death of a child. The nonprofit has had a significant impact on families in need of support. Sophia Miller stood out in every way, growing up in a fun farm family. “She loved that chicken costume. Loved it,” said Alicia Hornbeck, Sophia’s mother, as she pointed to a picture in her home.

  • 3 weeks ago | shorturl.at | Damon Maloney

    MEDINA, Ohio — For the last decade, Sophia’s Smile has helped families across the area purchase headstones following the sudden death of a child. The nonprofit has brought hope and healing to dozens of grieving families in honor of Sophia Miller. Sophia stood out in every way, growing up in a fun farm family. “She loved that chicken costume. Loved it,” said Alicia Hornbeck, Sophia’s mother, as she pointed to a picture in her home.

  • 4 weeks ago | news5cleveland.com | Damon Maloney

    CLEVELAND — Friday, St. Mark Catholic School in Cleveland closed the school year with a ceremony honoring students’ achievements. "We’ve watched you grow not only in knowledge, but in character, leadership, and confidence,” said Principal Karen Cocita during the event. The children were able to see firsthand the impact of their Walk for Water fundraiser.

  • 1 month ago | news5cleveland.com | Damon Maloney

    CLEVELAND — Wednesday was the final day of classes at the Newton D. Baker School of Arts on Cleveland’s west side. The school that has helped shape the lives of generations of students is closing after a recommendation from the Cleveland Metropolitan School District due to ongoing facility challenges. “I'm upset because this school is like one of a kind, you know, the programs, the culture, the environment, the things that they do.

  • 1 month ago | news5cleveland.com | Damon Maloney

    CLEVELAND HEIGHTS — Calls for the resignation of Cleveland Heights Mayor Kahlil Seren are growing louder. Friday afternoon, a special council committee of the whole met for the purposes of discussing the mayor’s “whereabouts, presence, accessibility, and ability to perform the duties of mayor.”Seren was in attendance. “This council by no means is my overseer.

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Damon Maloney
Damon Maloney @Dmaloneytv
12 Jun 25

James & Veronica Howard turned their personal pain into a mission of helping young men recognize their worth, embrace the value of hard work, and understand that true strength includes asking for help. They invited me to their new HQ- JJ’s Village. https://t.co/aPVVmfCqyf

Damon Maloney
Damon Maloney @Dmaloneytv
4 Jun 25

I first met Alicia Hornbeck in 2017. After losing her sweet daughter Sophia, Alicia’s strength & love inspired Sophia’s Smile which helps families honor children they've lost. The 10th annual 5K is June 14 in Medina. They’d love to exceed 200 racers! https://t.co/Euc0gQfOzd https://t.co/wzENxJfxHP

Damon Maloney
Damon Maloney @Dmaloneytv
18 Feb 25

Students at Cleveland School of the Arts, part of @CLEMetroSchools, are honoring local Tuskegee Airmen through a portrait project in partnership with the North Coast Chapter of Tuskegee Airmen Inc. Full Story: https://t.co/8IfJtZNzcs https://t.co/EngRv7T6J4