Laura Morrison
Cleveland Scene
Contact Laura
Discover and connect with journalists and influencers around the world, save time on email research, monitor the news, and more.
| Recent: |
|
| Past: |
|
Past articles by Laura:
Cleveland Chef Michael Symon Wants to Help You Cook Good Food at Home During the Coronavirus Shutdown
Cleveland's own Michael Symon has launched a series of free, live cooking demos this week to help people who are social distancing at home get in the mood to make food. “I know everyone is cooped up in their homes trying to get through this crazy situation," Symon said in a recent Facebook video. → Read More
The Northeast Ohio Coalition for the Homeless Has Started Emergency Fund to Help Vulnerable Population
In an effort to help homeless Ohioians during the coronavirus spread, the Northeast Ohio Coalition for the Homeless is asking for Clevelanders to consider donating to its emergency response fund. The fund will work to provide housing for those already affected by the virus, as well as help people on the verge of homelessness and other needs as the emerge. → Read More
Cleveland Restaurants and Bars May Have Closed, But These Places Still Offer Take-Out and Delivery
Don't worry, you won't have to exclusively cook at home for the foreseeable future in Ohio. Even though Ohio Gov. DeWine shut down all restaurants and bars, there are still plenty of take-out and delivery options to be had in the Land. → Read More
Here’s How to File for Ohio Unemployment Benefits if Your Job Was Affected by Coronavirus
Yesterday, Gov. DeWine made the monumental decision to shut down all restaurants and bars indefinitely in an effort to curb the spread of coronavirus. Although, take-out and delivery options are still allowed, the new mandate largely affects all service industry employees. → Read More
Cleveland's Current Winter is the Third Mildest on Record, National Weather Service Reports
If the weather this winter seems more balmy to you than usual, you aren't wrong. The National Weather Service of Cleveland has announced that, so far, the 2019/2020 winter season is one of mildest on record, the third mildest in fact. → Read More
Mason's Creamery Switches Its Ramen Shop to Take-Out Only Due to Coronavirus Concerns
Citing coronavirus concerns, Mason's Creamery in Ohio City has announced plans to change its seasonal ramen shop to a take-out-only format effective immediately. "We want... → Read More
Cleveland Indians Home Opener Postponed For at Least Two Weeks Due to Coronavirus
Following Gov. Mike DeWine's announcement today that banned all state-wide gatherings of 100 people or more due to coronavirus, Major League Baseball has also decided to push back all Opening Day game at least for two weeks. That includes the Cleveland Indians' March 26 Home Opener. → Read More
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in Cleveland Postponed Due to Coronavirus Concerns
This year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony is now postponed following coronavirus concerns. The event was supposed to take place May 2 in Cleveland, and a new date has not been confirmed. → Read More
Watch Rapper Machine Gun Kelly Teach the World About Cleveland Slang
Vanity Fair recently gave Shaker Heights High School grad Machine Gun Kelly the chance to explain Cleveland slang. In a ridiculous nearly-8-minute video, the rapper/actor... → Read More
The Terminal Tower Observation Deck Opens to the Public March 28
This year, the Terminal Tower observation deck is opening up to the public a week earlier than normal, starting March 28. Of course, nabbing a ticket isn't going to be the easiest thing to do in Cleveland. → Read More
Yo-Yo Ma, Harry Potter Returning to Blossom for Cleveland Orchestra's Summer Series
The Cleveland Orchestra has announced the full lineup of concerts for its 2020 Blossom Music Festival. While they'd previously announced plans for an orchestra-scored screening... → Read More
Cedar Point is Offering Free Admission May 2-3, But There's a Catch, of Course
In honor of its 150th anniversary, Cedar Point is offering free admission to its park prior to its official season opener on May 9 for what they're calling the Just For Fun Weekend. Come May 2 and 3, people who've RSVP'd online for the event weekend can enter the Sandusky amusement park for free. → Read More
You Can Now Score This 174-Year-Old Hudson Farmhouse for Free, You Just Have to Move it to a New Property
Proving that nothing in life is ever really free, the new owners of a historical home in Hudson are offering the "steal" of a lifetime. Yes, the 174-year-old farmhouse at 1415 Middleton Road can be yours for free. → Read More
Joe Biden and Bernie Sanders are Now Both Coming to Cleveland Tuesday
Both Former Vice President Joe Biden and Senator Bernie Sanders are coming to Ohio on Tuesday, March 10. Biden is rallying at Cuyahoga Community College... → Read More
Joe Biden is Coming to Cleveland Tuesday, Venue Still to be Determined
Former Vice President Joe Biden is coming to Cleveland Tuesday, his campaign recently announced. The exact time and location have yet to be revealed, but we can only hope that the event will be free and open to the public. → Read More
Chocolate Fest Cleveland Returns to Flats East Bank on March 14
Cleveland's largest chocolate event returns to the Flats East Bank later this month, with nearly every chocolaty confection imaginable. Now in its third year, Chocolate Fest Cleveland hits Saturday, March 14. → Read More
Here's a Sneak Peek of Tonight's Franklin Castle Episode of 'Ghost Adventures' on Travel Channel
Franklin Castle is once again getting national attention for its haunted past. Tonight, the "secrets" of this nationally-registered historical Ohio City house are being explored... → Read More
The 2020-2021 Playhouse Square Broadway Series Lineup Is Pretty Hot
Playhouse Square has announced the list of musicals and plays coming to Cleveland for its 2020-2021 Broadway Series season. Many of the shows are coming... → Read More
Cafe Social Latinoamericano Opening in Former Beviamo Spot in Tremont
Just a couple months ago, Cafe Social Latinoamericano was nestled in the back of Las Dos Fronteras Mexican Restaurant on Fulton Road. “It was a little bit weird. → Read More
Indians Home Opener Tickets are Still Not Sold Out
For 27 seasons, the Cleveland Indians sold out their Home Opener game the first day tickets were on sale — sometimes within mere minutes. → Read More