Every week or three, we share a note with our staff highlighting standout stories and what made them special. Since this column is about giving readers insight into our news operation, I’m sharing the most recent note. If you missed these stories, they’re worth your time.

A run for the ages

Joe Noga’s explainer for Guardians fans—and even non-fans—captured how the team clawed back from more than 15 games out at midsummer to the thick of a division race. He showed why the run could be historic and how the team came together. Sports coverage is often geared to the diehards, but Joe wrote a piece for everyone.

Seniors under pressure

We’ve been hearing from more Northeast Ohio seniors who can’t make ends meet. Kaitlin Durbin dug into the calls to the Cuyahoga County seniors hotline, pairi

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