The Hudson Scoop - 03/10/2025

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Hello, Hudson!

Our little town is always buzzing with something new, and we’re here to make sure you don’t miss a thing. From big city updates to small-town gems, there’s a lot to catch up on this week!

So, settle in, sip something warm (can we interest you in something from Heartwood Coffee Roasters?), and let’s dive into today's Scoop!

📌 In This Issue

Here’s what’s making waves in Hudson this week:

• ☀️ Hudson Weather: Spring is teasing us with sunshine and warmer temps—will it last?
• ❤️ Locals We Love: A deep dive into Good Grief! (your next favorite breakfast spot) and the sweet treats at NONA'S Hudson Crafted Confectionery.
• 🚩 Cleveland’s New Flag: The Sixth City got a fresh new look, but don’t forget—Hudson has a new flag too!
• 📊 2025 Hudson Budget: Where the city’s money is coming from (and where it’s going).
• 🏛 City Council Preview: What’s on the agenda for the March 11 meeting.
• 📅 The Scoop To-Do List: The Ice Wine Festival is happening all month long—here’s why it’s worth the short drive.
• 📚 Big Names at the Library: Meet Deb Perelman (*Smitten Kitchen*) and Jason Stanley (*Erasing History*).
• 🏉 #RollHud: Hudson Rookie Rugby - Registration is open for this fun, fast-paced youth league!
• 💌 How You Can Help: Share the love, become a sponsor, follow us on Facebook, or just drop us a line to say how much you love us (you do love us, right??)!

Keep scrolling for all the details!

☀️ The Scoop on Hudson Weather

March in Hudson is like playing the lottery—you might hit the sunshine jackpot, or you might get stuck with a week of clouds. Here’s what Mother Nature has in store:

• ☀️ Monday, March 10: Finally, some warmth! Milder with lots of sunshine. High: 58°F, Low: 38°F
• ☀️ Tuesday, March 11: Hudson goes tropical (kind of). Breezy and warm—get outside! High: 66°F, Low: 41°F
• 🌥️ Wednesday, March 12: The sun plays peek-a-boo with the clouds. Still mild, still decent. High: 58°F, Low: 45°F
• 🌤️ Thursday, March 13: Partly sunny and holding steady. Not bad for March! High: 58°F, Low: 42°F
• 🌥️ Friday, March 14: Spring fever incoming—warm with a mix of sun and clouds. High: 66°F, Low: 52°F

So yeah, it’s officially "Do I need a jacket?" season. Bring one just in case—because Hudson weather loves to keep us guessing.

Good Grief!

Alright, Hudson—let’s talk about Good Grief! If you haven’t tried this new breakfast and lunch spot yet, consider this your official nudge.

🥪 Why We’re Obsessed: It’s fresh, it’s creative, and it’s just downright delicious. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite or sitting down for a cozy meal, every dish feels like a little work of flavor-packed magic.

🌯 Must-Try: The breakfast burrito—stuffed with pork shoulder, vinegar slaw, and all kinds of goodness. Or, if you’re more of a sandwich person, the pork sandwich is calling your name.

☀️ Heads Up: It’s counter service with limited seating, but totally worth the visit. Plus, they’ve got outdoor tables when the sun decides to show up!

📍 Where to Find Them: 46 Ravenna St, Suite D1, Hudson, OH

🕒 When to Go: Wed-Sat: 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM | Sun: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

🌐 See the Menu:eatgoodgrief.com

Hudson, let’s show them some love!

NONA'S Hudson Crafted Confectionery

This week, we’re giving a sweet shoutout to Nona’s Hudson Crafted Confectionery—the little chocolate shop that’s bringing big flavor to Hudson! 🍫

🍬 Why We Love It: Nona’s isn’t just a place to grab a treat—it’s a full-on experience. Every chocolate, caramel, and handcrafted confection is made with love, creativity, and a whole lot of deliciousness. Whether you need a gift, a pick-me-up, or just an excuse to indulge, this is the spot.

🍓 Must-Try: Their hand-dipped chocolate strawberries are next-level, and the sea salt caramels? Let’s just say they disappear fast.

🕒 When to Visit: Open Tuesday through Saturday, with plenty of time to pop in for a sweet fix.

📍 Find them at: 51 S Main Street, Suite 1, Hudson, OH

🌐 Check them out online:nonashudson.com

Hudson, let’s support our local chocolatier! Got another favorite business we should feature? Send us a tip at [email protected].

📰 Fresh Off the Clocktower

🚩 Cleveland’s New Flag: A Fresh Look for the Sixth City

Cleveland just got a glow-up—flag edition! After a year of community input and over 500 designs, the “People’s Flag of Cleveland” has officially been unveiled. The winning design, created by local artist Shan Rodich, features a six-sided star (a nod to Cleveland’s “Sixth City” nickname) and Lake Erie-inspired blue, tying the city’s past and future together.

With all the buzz about Cleveland’s new flag, we couldn’t help but think—hey, Hudson got a flag refresh too! As part of our 225th anniversary celebrations, Hudson unveiled a brand-new city flag in 2024, and let’s just say—it’s got some serious hometown pride.

🕰 What’s on It?
In case you missed it, the design features Hudson’s beloved Clock Tower, with the clock hands set at 2:25 to honor 225 years of Hudson history. The blue and white colors keep things classic, tying back to the city’s official palette.

🙌 How It Came to Be
This wasn’t just a backroom decision—Hudson residents had a say, and even students from Kent State University’s School of Visual Communication Design helped bring it to life. (Turns out, designing a flag is way more complicated than just slapping on some clip art.)

🚩 Want One?
If you’re feeling the hometown spirit, you can grab your own Hudson City Flag through Splott Graphics. They offer both single-sided and double-sided 3’ x 5’ flags so you can fly it loud and proud.

So while Cleveland is just now catching up with a flag glow-up, we’ll be over here already repping Hudson’s fresh new look.

📊 The 2025 Budget Is Here! Here’s the Scoop.

The City of Hudson just dropped the 2025 Budget, and we’ve got the highlights for you. Here’s the breakdown:

💰 Where’s the Money Coming From?

• 💸 Income Tax (36%) – 2% tax on workers & businesses.
• 💡 Utilities (28%) – Water, electric, & broadband keep the city running.
• 📦 Internal Transfers (19%) – Moving money between city accounts.
• 🏡 Property Taxes (7%) – Fun fact: only 6.2% of your property tax bill funds city services!
• 📜 Fees & Permits (10%) – Things like licenses, park fees, and infrastructure.

📍 Where’s It Going?

• 🚧 Roads & Infrastructure (34%) – Paving, sidewalks, stormwater fixes, & better traffic flow.
• 🚔 City Services (33%) – Police, planning, & keeping Hudson running.
• 🏞 Parks & Public Spaces (14%) – Fire, EMS, parks, and cemeteries.
• 🏗 Capital Projects (9%) – Big upgrades like the new Inclusive Playground & a Turnpike Bridge expansion.

🔹 What’s New?

• 🚦 More road repairs & traffic improvements – Smoother commutes ahead!
• 🌳 More trails & sidewalks – Expanding Hudson’s walkability.
• ❄️ Snow plowing for seniors & disabled residents – Bigger budget, more coverage.
• 🔌 Fiber Internet expansion – High-speed internet is on its way.

📢 The Bottom Line

Hudson’s finances are solid (AAA credit rating ✅), and with $147M in grants over the last decade, the city is making big moves without big debt.

Want all the details? Click here 2025 Budget Report.

🏛 Coming Up: City Council Workshop – March 11

Hudson’s City Council is gearing up for a Tuesday night meeting (March 11, 7:30 PM at Town Hall), and here’s what’s on the docket:

• 🎥 What’s Next for HCTV? – The HCTV Advisory Committee will share a 2024 recap and their big plans to grow and promote Hudson’s local TV channel.
• 🚛 Parking Crackdown? – Council is looking at new rules for on-street parking of landscape trucks to keep roads clear and traffic moving.
• 🚀 Faster Internet for More Homes – The Fiber-to-the-Home expansion continues! Expect discussions on hiring new staff and expanding Hudson’s broadband reach.
• 💰 City Budget Check-in – Council will review the February financial report to keep an eye on Hudson’s spending.
• ⚡ Fiber Network Upgrades – More contracts are up for approval to boost Hudson’s Velocity Broadband with new equipment, installations, and pilot projects.
• 🚧 Sidewalks & Roadwork – Plans include a new sidewalk on Stow Road, resurfacing Walters Road, and continuing fiber installation.
• 🎆 Fireworks Locked In – Hudson is ready to sign a 3-year deal with American Fireworks to keep the July 4th celebrations booming through 2027.
• 🚜 Saving Green Space – Council will vote on keeping Brown Farms and Robinson property designated as agricultural land.
• 🚫 New Dispensaries Moratorium (For Now) – A temporary ban on marijuana-related businesses is up for renewal.

Want to tune in? You can attend in person or watch online. Check out the full agenda right here


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📅 The Scoop To-Do List

🍷 Okay, So It’s Not in Hudson… But We Had to Share!

We know, we know—this one’s a bit beyond local. But when there’s an entire festival dedicated to ice wine just a short drive away, how could we not share? You'll thank us later!

📅 All March Long | Grand River Valley Wineries

The 22nd Annual Ice Wine Festival is taking over Grand River Valley all month, with wineries serving up sweet, frosty ice wines paired with delicious bites, live music, and cozy vibes.

🍇 How It Works:

• Visit any of the 7 participating wineries in any order.
• $10 per stop gets you an ice wine tasting, a paired appetizer, and a souvenir glass.
• Pre-paid passes & overnight packages available for the ultimate experience!

🎉 Festival Highlights:

• Sip & Savor: Ice wines range from peachy and citrusy to rich and honeyed.
• Tasty Pairings: Think truffle chocolates, pasta with ice wine caramelized onions, and bourbon-infused treats.
• Fun Extras: Ice wine cocktails, bonfires, and speakeasy vibes at select locations.

We won’t judge if you make a weekend out of it!

Get all the details & plan your trip right here.

📚 Meet Bestselling Cookbook Author Deb Perelman at the Hudson Library!

Join us for a special in-person event featuring New York Times bestselling author Deb Perelman, creator of Smitten Kitchen!

• 📅 Date: Monday, March 10, 2025
• ⏰ Time: 6:30 p.m.
• 📍 Location: Hudson Library & Historical Society
• ✅ Registration: Required – Sign up here

Deb’s latest book, Smitten Kitchen Keepers: New Classics for Your Forever Files, is all about simple, delicious recipes you’ll actually want to make again and again. She’ll be sharing her favorite kitchen tricks, ways to make meal prep easier, and ideas for stress-free, flavorful cooking.

If you love good food and easy recipes, this is the perfect event for you! Grab your seat and join us for a fun and tasty evening.

📖 Reserve your spot today! Visit hudsonlibrary.org for more details.

📚 Yale Professor Jason Stanley is Coming to Hudson!

The Hudson Library is hosting a big-name guest—Yale professor and bestselling author Jason Stanley!

• 📅 Date: Wednesday, March 12, 2025
• ⏰ Time: 6:30 p.m.
• 📍 Location: Hudson Library & Historical Society
• ✅ Registration: Required – Sign up here

Stanley’s latest book, Erasing History: How Fascists Rewrite the Past to Control the Future, dives into how history is manipulated to shape politics and society. He’ll break down why understanding the past is so important and what we can do to protect democracy moving forward.

This is a must-attend event for anyone interested in history, politics, or just a fascinating conversation.

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🏅 Roll Hud Recap

🏉 Hudson Rookie Rugby is Back! Sign Up Now!

Looking for a fun, fast-paced sport for your child this spring? Hudson Rookie Rugby is kicking off another season, and it’s the perfect chance for kids to learn teamwork, build skills, and have a blast on the field!

• 📅 Season: Saturdays, April 12 - May 17
• ⏰ Time: 9:30 - 11 AM
• 📍 Location: Lavelli Field
• 👧👦 Who Can Play? Coed, Grades K-5
• ✅ No Experience Needed!

Rugby is a great way for kids to stay active, improve coordination, and learn a new sport in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

🏆 Want More Competition?

• 🏉 Sunday Squad (3rd-5th Grade) – A competitive flag rugby team playing games against Northeast Ohio teams. Practices once a week, games on Sundays at St. Ignatius.
• 💪 Tackle Rugby (5th-6th Grade) – A full-contact tackle team competing against other area teams. Practices twice a week, games on Sundays at St. Ed’s.

📩 Questions? Email [email protected] for more details or sign up thru HCER today!

#RollHud!



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