Cleveland, OH

Former Commanders QB Honors Military Heroes Ahead of Army-Navy Game

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1 year ago

December 12, 2024

Former Commanders QB Honors Military Heroes Ahead of Army-Navy Game

As the Washington Commanders head south to face the New Orleans Saints in Week 14, Northwest Stadium will still see some football action. For only the second time in its 125-year history, the Army-Navy game has returned to the nation’s capital.

Ahead of the game, USAA and the Elizabeth Dole Foundation have teamed up to host “USAA’s Heroes Huddle at the Army-Navy Game,” with support from a Commanders legend, Robert Griffin III. This event celebrates the iconic Army-Navy rivalry while shining a spotlight on the often-overlooked heroes of the military community: their families.

The Washington Commanders, who have embraced unity and purpose this season, reflect the same camaraderie often seen in military families. Former Washington quarterback Robert Griffin III (RGIII) drew on this connection.

Aug 13, 2015; Cleveland, OH, USA; Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III (10) looks to pass during the first quarter of preseason NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Weber-Imagn Images / Andrew Weber-Imagn Images

“For the Commanders, football is like the closest thing we get to our military, right? We’ve often heard guys describe the football field as a battlefield, and while it’s really not—because it’s not life or death in the same sense—the closer-knit you are as a group, the easier it is to go out and execute your mission,” he shared.

RGIII also praised the Commanders resilience during a tough stretch of games, crediting quarterback Jayden Daniels and the team’s collective effort.

“That locker room said, ‘Enough of this. We’re gonna go out and execute, get a win, go into the bye, and be ready to roll for this playoff push.’ And to me, that’s a sign of a team that understands the assignment. It’s not just about playing hard; it’s about getting the job done and being there for each other,” he said.

Beyond football, RGIII has maintained strong ties with the Commanders community and the D.C. area, making a significant impact at events like USSA’s Heroes Huddle. Reflecting on his recent recognition as the Commanders Legend of the Week during Week 12 against the Dallas Cowboys, he expressed deep gratitude.

“Massive thank you to Josh Harris and the ownership group for welcoming me back,” RGIII said. “This place changed my life forever, and I want to continue coming back to change lives. Being part of events like this is humbling because you know you’ve made an impact.”

Set against the backdrop of Northwest Stadium, the Heroes Huddle also highlights the contributions of young military family members, known as hidden helpers, whose efforts often go unnoticed.

Stephen Saunders, Chief Development Officer at the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, emphasized the importance of the event. “We always want to work with sports superstars and other star power because it helps bring attention to what we’re doing,” Saunders said.

“Especially around hidden helpers and the kids who are doing so much. This is such a great feat for them, and I think it also brings some good attention to that part of the population and those kids who are serving it every day.”

General John Richardson, USAA’s head of Military Affairs, elaborated on the broader mission of the initiative. “USAA with the Elizabeth Dole Foundation wants to acknowledge and recognize the hidden heroes of the military community, which are the families. This is an opportunity to acknowledge their sacrifices and thank them for the service that they provide,” he said.

As the Commanders head into the final stretch of their season, their unity and determination echo the spirit of the military community they honor so often. From Northwest Stadium to New Orleans and beyond, it’s a powerful reminder for fans, players, and legends alike of the unity that drives success—whether on the football field or in service to the nation.

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Cleveland, OH

Bodies of 2 young girls found in suitcases in Cleveland’s South Collinwood neighborhood

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17 minutes ago

March 4, 2026

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Bodies of 2 young girls found in suitcases in Cleveland’s South Collinwood neighborhood

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – Cleveland Police Chief Dorothy Todd on Tuesday confirmed the bodies of two young girls were found in suitcases on the city’s East Side Monday evening.

Cleveland police were called just after 6 p.m. to a field in the area of East 163rd and Midland Avenue for a suspected dead body.

According to police sources, a man was walking his dog in the area, for the first time in awhile due to the snow, and the dog hit on the scent.

The man immediately called 911.

“The officers responded out and located a deceased individual that was in a shallow grave inside of a suitcase,” said Chief Todd.

When officers and homicide detectives got to the scene, Todd said they found the second body nearby.

According to the chief, both suitcases were partially buried in shallow graves. She said the victims had been there quite some time.

“It is traumatic for everyone. It is traumatic for those who live in the area to know that this was right there at their door step,” said Todd.

Authorities said one victim is believed to be 8-and-a-half to 13 years old and the other is believed to be 10-and-a-half to 14 years old.

There is no indication at this time on their identities, according to police.

“locally we have no reports of missing children to match these identifications. We are checking statewide as well. We have assistance from our state federal and local partners,” said Todd.

Detectives are checking with state and federal partners as well.

The Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner has taken custody of the bodies and will conduct further examination to determine the cause of death.

This crime scene is located near Ginn Academy in the city’s South Collinwood neighborhood.

Police said the investigation remains in its very early stages and there is no indication of an ongoing threat to public safety.

If anyone has any information, they are asked to call the Cleveland Police Homicide Unit at 216-623-5464.

Tips can remain anonymous.

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Cleveland, OH

More than 30K FirstEnergy customers without power in Cuyahoga County

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12 hours ago

March 3, 2026

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More than 30K FirstEnergy customers without power in Cuyahoga County

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – Thousands of FirstEnergy customers are without power in Cuyahoga County this Tuesday.

The total number reached 31,785 reported outages in Cuyahoga County at noon.

That number decreased to 16,486 as of 1:10 p.m.

There were just 2,751 still without power less than an hour later at 2 p.m.

FirstEnergy estimates power to be restored to most impacted customers between 2-4 p.m. Tuesday.

FirstEnergy spokesperson Brooke Conlan said this is due to small fires on poles.

According to Conlan, the misty rain combined with salt on the road can cause contamination on utility poles, which causes electricity to travel across the the pole and cause the fire.

Conlan added their crews are working as quickly as possible to restore power.

Due to the outages, the Parma Justice Center is closed, and all court proceedings are suspended for the remainder of Tuesday.

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Cleveland, OH

David Henry Obituary – Vermilion, OH

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1 day ago

March 3, 2026

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David Henry

OBITUARY

David G. Henry, 70, of Vermilion, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2026, at his home following a lengthy illness.He was born December 14, 1955, in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, and had made Vermilion his home for the past 42 years, moving from Irwin, Pennsylvania.Dave began his career with Westinghouse in Pennsylvania before relocating to Ohio in 1983. He was employed at Elyria Foundry for 20 years and later worked as a machinist for 14 years at Betcher Industries, where he retired. He was known throughout his career for his strong work ethic and skilled craftsmanship.In his free time, Dave enjoyed woodworking, taking pride in the projects he created with his hands. Above all, he cherished the time he spent with his family, especially his children and grandchildren.He is survived by his daughter, Alicia Parsons of Vermilion; his sons, David (Fiona) Henry of Bloomington, Indiana and Jonathan (Joanna) Henry of Vermilion and Anthony (Ashley) Cico of Amherst; and 13 beloved grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his wife, Darlene (nee Eckenrode) Henry in 2017; his parents, Charles and Gloria (nee Krider) Henry; his brother, Howard Henry; and his son-in-law, Cliff Parsons.The family will receive friends on Friday, March 20, 2026 from 3:00 p.m. until the time of the memorial service at 5:00 p.m. at the Riddle Funeral Home, 5345 South Street, Vermilion, Ohio.Memorial contributions may be made to Friendship Animal Protective League of Lorain County, Inc. 8303 Murray Ridge Road, Elyria, OH 44035 or Cleveland Clinic Foundation, 95000 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44195Online condolences may be made at www.riddlefuneralhome.com

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