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The Cobra Strikes Cooperstown

Legendary Pirates outfielder Dave Parker was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame over the weekend, just a month after he died of complications from Parkinson’s disease. At the induction ceremony, his son read a speech and poem Parker had been writing before he died. [KDKA News]

• Learn the story of another Pittsburgher’s rightful place in baseball history. [📝 Hey Pittsburgh]

Anti-Mosquito Spray Happening Wednesday

The Allegheny County Health Department plans to spray low-risk pesticides in seven neighborhoods after mosquito samples tested positive for West Nile Virus. Spraying will happen between 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. on July 30 in Point Breeze, Regent Square, Edgewood, Wilkinsburg, East Hills, Homewood, and Highland Park. [WPXI]

Steel City Stars Revealed

The Pittsburgh Walk of Fame announced its ten inaugural inductees, including icons like Fred Rogers, Roberto Clemente, and Michael Keaton — who's expected to attend the induction ceremony on Oct. 20. Each honoree will have their own bronze star along the sidewalk at The Terminal in the Strip District. [Pittsburgh Magazine]

• Check out the other Pittsburghers we think should get a plaque. [📝 Hey Pittsburgh]

In Desperate Need of a Tune-Up

City Council approved an annual report that will track the condition and maintenance of the city’s vehicle fleet and help taxpayers understand the costs. Leaders say the report will also help guide much needed future investment. The city has a $6 million budget to maintain aging vehicles like ambulances and snow plows this year, but it needs an estimated $20 million. [TribLIVE]

If you're looking for a quick, easy getaway from the Steel City, it's hard to beat Cleveland — and we've got a carefully curated guide that'll help you choose the perfect activity.

If you like Trace Brewing’s Summer Fridays at Allegheny RiverTrail Park, visit…

Collision Bend Brewing

Sipping beer along the water just tastes better, doesn’t it? Head to Collision Bend Brewing in the Flats neighborhood, where you can watch boats float down the Cuyahoga while you sample a classic German Kolsch. Want more recs? Here are some of our other favorite breweries in the CLE.

If you like S&D Polish Deli and Party Cake Shop, visit…

Rudy’s Strudel

Like Pittsburgh, Cleveland is known for pierogi and other Polish eats. Drive 20 minutes south of Cleveland to Parma’s historic Polish Village to visit this local institution. Order pierogi stuffed with potato, mushroom, cabbage, and more savory fillings — or try a sweet variety with apple, blueberry, or prune. Don’t leave without getting Kolachki & Ceam, vanilla ice cream with swirls of the classic Eastern European pastry.

If you like shopping on Penn Avenue, visit…

West Side Market

Imagine if all of your go-to Strip District food stores were under one roof. That’s what Cleveland’s oldest publicly-owned market is like, with more than 70 vendors selling goods from all different cultural backgrounds. Step inside this Neoclassical-inspired 1840s building to shop for produce, fresh-cut meats, spices, baked goods, and more — a perfect spot to grab tasty ingredients for a city picnic!