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20 pizza makers, 300 attendees make for a successful Taste of Hillcrest Pizza Challenge Rotary benefit
By Michelle Rivera
Lorain County rents have soared 34% in five years. Families are feeling the squeeze
Michelle Rivera
Michelle Rivera
Reporter · Cleveland, OH
Michelle, an Ohio State University graduate, has spent over six years focusing on community issues in Cleveland, including social justice and local initiatives. She has previously written for NPR's local affiliates, where she honed her storytelling skills to highlight diverse community voices.
More from Michelle →Reporter · Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 9:27 PM · 1 min read
ELYRIA, Ohio -- Renters in Lorain County are paying hundreds of dollars more a month than they were five years ago. And for some families, the squeeze is showing up in requests for help putting food on the table and keeping the lights on.
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