Marc Bona, cleveland.com

As a features writer on cleveland.com's life and culture team, I primarily cover food, restaurants, beer, wine, sports entertainment and sports history. I have written four books, all on sports including "Not Your Average Joe," a bio on Browns great Joe Thomas that I co-authored with Dan Murphy (Gray and Company, 2023). I live in Akron, have won several Cleveland Press Club awards and have a rescue dog named after Cleveland pitching great Addie Joss. Proud grad of THE U of Iowa - aka Caitlin Clark University. Email: [email protected] for story tips or speak-and-sign events.

Cleveland Brew Shop’s Oktoberfest party is scheduled
The Cleveland Brew Shop’s Oktoberfest party featuring homebrew competition is coming up.
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Virginia State University tops Benedict College, 23-7, in 5th Black College Football HOF Classic
Virginia State University defeated Benedict College, 23-7, in the fifth Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic in Canton on Sunday.
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Inspection-less beef, bacon jerky products recalled
Beef and bacon jerky products have been recalled after not having inspections.
Marc Bona
Beers to sip in September: Quartet of non-alcoholic beers
We tried four non-alcoholic beers from one brewery for our September beer review.
Marc Bona
Here are the Greater Cleveland brewery winners at Cleveland Oktoberfest (photos)
Cleveland Oktoberfest kicked off its annual run with the traditional microbrew competition for local breweries Friday night. Here is who won and a look at what to expect from the Labor Day weekend (and beyond) event.
Marc Bona
Fireworks to fan appreciation: Baseball promotions / giveaways at Cleveland-area ballparks to check out in September
The baseball season is winding down. Our final monthly ballpark promotions / giveaway guide of the year includes a few specials and giveaways, from bobbleheads, hoodies and more. Here’s what’s in store for games in September for the Akron RubberDucks, Cleveland Guardians and the Lake County Captains.
Marc Bona

Last chance to eat at old-school Melt Bar and Grilled before it closes temporarily for a remake
Melt Bar and Grilled’s Lakewood location, its last-standing restaurant, will close temporarily for a major renovation.
Marc Bona
3rd annual StrongFest is set featuring beer, wine, cocktails, entertainment, more
The third annual StrongFest will feature dozens of beers and other beverages. It’s a fundraiser for the Rotary Club of Strongsville.
Marc Bona
OneKitchen food hall features FryBot, a specialized robotic chef (photos)
OneKitchen, Jack Thistledown Racino’s food hall, has undergone a top-to-bottom renovation that includes a new element: A robotic FryBot.
Marc Bona
How much economic revenue did the women’s Final Four bring in?
An economic impact report’s findings calculate the effect of the women’s Final Four, held in April.
Marc Bona

Ray Chapman biographer to speak, sign books
Scott Longert, biographer of former Cleveland ballplayer Ray Chapman, is scheduled to speak and sign books at events in September.
Marc Bona
Outdoor Fall RV Fest coming up
The Outdoor Fall RV Fest is scheduled for four days in early September.
Marc Bona

Marc Bona, cleveland.com

Cleveland Brew Shop’s Oktoberfest party is scheduled

Virginia State University tops Benedict College, 23-7, in 5th Black College Football HOF Classic

Inspection-less beef, bacon jerky products recalled

Beers to sip in September: Quartet of non-alcoholic beers

Here are the Greater Cleveland brewery winners at Cleveland Oktoberfest (photos)

Fireworks to fan appreciation: Baseball promotions / giveaways at Cleveland-area ballparks to check out in September

Last chance to eat at old-school Melt Bar and Grilled before it closes temporarily for a remake

3rd annual StrongFest is set featuring beer, wine, cocktails, entertainment, more

OneKitchen food hall features FryBot, a specialized robotic chef (photos)

How much economic revenue did the women’s Final Four bring in?

Ray Chapman biographer to speak, sign books

Outdoor Fall RV Fest coming up

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