South Cuyahoga News

Rep. Shontel Brown, currently serving Ohio's 11th district in the U.S. Congress, took to social media to discuss pressing issues affecting her constituents and the broader public. Serving since 2021, Brown shared insights on a wide range of topics, from challenges facing American farmers to local business opportunities.

On May 1st, 2025, Rep. Shontel Brown posted "America’s farmers navigate droughts, floods, and frosts. But this year the storm isn’t coming from the skies, it’s coming from Trump’s White House. Farmers – and all of us who rely on them – are paying the price." in a statement addressing the difficulties faced by farmers due to current policy directions.

Later that day, she announced an upcoming event via social media, "Our Small Business Expo is this Saturday, May 3rd in Warrensville Heights. The expo will feature multiple breakout sessions, including a great opportunity to learn more about the @CityofCleveland Blueprint CLE mentorship program. #SBE25 Register and info at https://t.co/nljA6GSwqV." This event aims to support small business growth and development.

Additionally, Brown highlighted some featured sessions for the expo scheduled that weekend. On the same day, she mentioned, "Our Small Business Expo this weekend will feature multiple breakout sessions, including on how to prepare a bid from Dawn Mayes and Andrea Boyd from Life Changing Consulting. #sbe25 Register and info here: https://t.co/WjJoOvsKZW https://t.co/3a2YPfFB6s." The inclusion of experts like Dawn Mayes and Andrea Boyd is intended to provide value to attendees seeking practical business insights.

Shontel Brown, a Cleveland native born in 1975, pursued higher education at Wilberforce University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree. She resides in Warrensville Heights and previously served on the Cuyahoga County Council from 2015 to 2021 before her congressional tenure, succeeding Marcia Fudge.