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March 19, 2024

Cleveland Business News

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Downtown Cleveland has more visitors. But has it recovered from a pandemic-induced slump?

Downtown Cleveland saw more workers and more visitors in 2023 than it did in 2022, but it is still behind when compared to 2019, the last full year before the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Sean McDonnell, cleveland.com

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Lizzie’s Bakery set to open with dedicated nut-free sweets and treats

Lizzie’s Bakery – a nut-free-shop - is set to open in Shaker Heights. Owner Caroline Weingart founded the business because of a very personal reason, and now she is on a mission to serve others.

By Marc Bona, cleveland.com

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Sports

Expanded MLS Next Pro battling USL for growth opportunities

The country’s top soccer league is seeking to expand its business to more American markets through its Division III developmental league, MLS Next Pro — which means a turf war with USL.

By Sports Business Journal

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Joann files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy; says it will keep stores open and hand reins to lenders

Joann files for bankruptcy protection and announces a deal to erase $505 million in debt

By Sean McDonnell, cleveland.com

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Best Buy to close 10-15 stores across U.S.

Minnesota-based electronics retailer Best Buy is planning to close 10 to 15 stores in the first half of fiscal year 2025, the company announced during its Q4 2024 earnings report.

By Zach Mentz, cleveland.com

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Business

Planning Commission OKs schematic plans for Cleveland Flats project

Plans are for restaurants and a river garden to be part of complex on Old River Road on the Flats east bank

By Mary Vanac

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