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There is a big issue that is hitting Northeast Ohio. No, it’s not on the May ballot, nor is it really a democratic decision. Rather it’s fingers crossed and knocking on wood that our beloved LeBron will stay in Cleveland. Since last year after all of the Obama/Palin (you never here about the guy that ran with her, who was it?) presidential hoopla ended, Northeast Ohioans began a grassroots effort to show King James just how much he means to this area. Countless websites (and seemingly even more t-shirts) have popped up- everyone wanting a little piece of the action and to convince LeBron to stay. So will he? Is a t-shirt or a Facebook group enough to save this area?
I can think of many local companies (primarily t-shirts), us included, that do pretty well off of the “LeBron Mania” that has swept the area. If he were to leave, no doubt we would all be absolutely devastated. Merchandise companies would fall out, bars & restaurants that run Cavs promos would lose business, and no doubt the attendance at Cavs’ games would rival the early years of the Gund. We all witnessed last month the sheer upset over Z’s one month “vacation” from the Cavs, but he doesn’t have too many years left; same with Shaq (who I really hope once he retires returns to that incredible film career he started mid-90s); there is certainly hope with Mo Williams and Antawn Jamison- but let’s be honest- it’s LeBron that makes it all worthwhile. So LeBron, please do this area that has watched countless Browns’ losses and the curse of Rocky Colavito riddle the Tribe a favor, and Just Stay. Please Don’t Leave #23. Or #6, as will be the case next year- merchandise sales rejoice!
Tonight is the home opener for the Cleveland Cavaliers 2009-2010 season aka THE YEAR WE WIN IT ALL! Vinnie is wearing the 10x Your City “SHABRON” t-shirt to the game. Go Cavs!
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Could Akron become home to another All-Star basketball player? Big Daddy in the Rubber City? Stay tuned!