Auditor Kovack's
Weekend Update
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Dear {First Name},
It's the last three days to enter our 2022 Medina County Fair Coloring Contest! Cash prizes of $50 in each category! Click on the link above or pick one up at the fair, our offices or your local library! We look forward to seeing them (And there's a category for adults too!)!
The Medina County Fair named its Royal Court on Monday. Hannah Bilbrey (18) of Wadsworth was named Queen, Elian Zayed was named King and Gavin Rivera (6) was named Fair Prince and Cayla Falconer (8) was named Fair Princess. Congratulations to all!
The Medina County Extension Office named their 4-H Outstanding Seniors this week. Recognized were Hannah Bilbrey, Morgan Otterbacher, Ellen Fuller, Emily Waleri, Ian Mason and Grace Dunlay. Congratulations!
The Wadsworth Older Adults Foundation (WOAF) inducted their new class of Hall of Fame members last week. Congratulations to Dick Davis and Norman Brague and the Wadsworth Rotary Club, who missed their induction due to COVID. And also congratulations Cathy Hall, the Wadsworth American Legion Post 170, the Wadsworth Public Library and Wadsworth City Schools for this year's induction. Jim Dull was given this year's Lifetime Achievement Award. All very well deserved!
The Medina County Fair runs through Sunday evening. It's been a great week so far and I hope to see you out and about. Please stop by our auditor's booth in the vendor hall (it's air conditioned!). We're having a drawing for a gift card to your favorite restaurant in Medina County! We also have the State Mandated Reappraisal brochure there with information about the upcoming reappraisal. Have a great week!
Mike Kovack
Medina County Auditor
Every adversity, every failure, every heartache carries with it the seed of an equal or greater benefit.
Napoleon Hill
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Main Street Wadsworth Announces “August First Friday: Up, Up, and Away! Featuring the American Legion Pig Roast” | |
Summer vibes have arrived! Main Street Wadsworth, along with downtown Wadsworth’s small businesses and organizations, invites the community to celebrate the best of summertime during the August First Friday: Up, Up, and Away! event, Friday, August 5 from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Music is on the menu. The 338th Army Band will be bringing the tunes at the downtown Gazebo. MSW is honored to welcome the 338th downtown for a lively summer concert. And it wouldn’t be summertime without the American Legion 12th Annual Pig Roast! They'll serve lunch from 10:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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177th Medina County Fair Continues Through Sunday, August 7 | |
The Medina County Fair, 720 W Smith Rd., Medina, has been a tradition since 1845 with your fair favorites as well as some exciting new attractions, foods and entertainment … all with a nod to our notable past. Enjoy traditional amusement rides, fair foods, crafts, contests, shows, live animals, derbies, and concerts. Click HERE for more details and the full schedule!
Sunday, August 7 - First Responders Day/Sensory Day
Medina County First Responders FREE with proper ID
Lights and loud music turned off from noon - 2 p.m.
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Country Concert to Benefit Brunswick's
Inclusive Playground Project
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Mapleside Farms, 294 Pearl Rd., Brunswick, is hosting a very special concert for a great cause on Thursday, August 4 beginning at 7 p.m.
Nashville Recording Artist Tyler Reid will be performing on the Sunset Stage with all proceeds going to the Brunswick Inclusive Playground Project collaboration between Brunswick City Schools and the City of Brunswick.
Most parks and playgrounds are designed with able-bodied children in mind. Inclusive playgrounds ensure physical and social inclusion where everyone can play together.
Tickets can be purchased for $15 each by clicking HERE!
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Collin Cares Cure Cancer Presents "Glow with the Flow"
5k Fun Run and Walk
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Collin Cares Cure Cancer presents their annual "Glow with the Flow" 5k fun run and walk! On Friday, August 5 the 1 mile begins at 7:30 p.m. and the 5k at 8:15 p.m. Their dusk run starts in front of AI Root Middle School, 333 W Sturbridge Dr., Medina. The fee to participate is $30 each (includes admission and a shirt), and all proceed go back to the foundation, which assists families dealing with a cancer diagnosis. There are overall and age group awards for the 5k run. Click HERE to register today!
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Cheer on the Brunswick Blue Devils as they
Scrimmage Garfield Heights!
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On Saturday, August 6 at 10 a.m., come support Brunswick Blue Devils football, marching band, and cheerleading during this scrimmage against Garfield Heights! Light breakfast and snacks will be provided, be on the field with players and coaches, observe, and ask questions. Everyone is welcome during this Community Day to be held at Brunswick Middle School, 1483 Pearl Rd, Brunswick! For questions, contact the organizer HERE!
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10th Annual Ride for Life Poker Run to Benefit
Suicide Prevention Services at FrontLine Service
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Join Brunswick VFW 9520 for the 10th annual Ride for Life Poker Run. The event is a 76 mile bike run (all vehicles welcome) from 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. beginning at the VFW 9520 Hall, 1439 S Carpenter Rd., Brunswick. At the end of the run you will enjoy dinner, live music from Rock Hounds, door prizes, an exciting raffles. Playing cards will be drawn at the end of the run to determine the best poker hand. The rider with the best poker hand wins $150.
Tickets are $15 for single and $25 for a couple. Tickets include lunch at Geno's and dinner at VFW 9520. If you are unable to ride you can join us for the after party for $5.00
The annual Ride for Life Poker Run raises funds to support FrontLine Service’s Mobile Crisis Team and Suicide Prevention services. Proceeds from this event assist FrontLine in providing over 19,000 children, adolescents and adults a year with lifesaving information and on-scene response. You can ensure FrontLine is there to answer the call for help 24 hours a day 7 days a week through your participation in the Ride for Life Poker Run. Click HERE for more information on this event!
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Friends of Medina Cemetery To Host Annual Historical Walk | |
On Saturday, August 6 at 1 p.m., meet at Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum chapel and join the annual Historical Walk hosted by the Friends of the Cemetery. Background and stories about Mary Richmond Pickard, Neil Conkling, Samuel Bates, the Lowe Family, and Fairfax Smith will be shared. This is a free, family-friendly event with easy access for strollers, wagons, and wheelchairs.
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Medina Community Recreation Center Temporarily Closed | |
The Medina Community Recreation Center is closed from Monday, August 1 through Tuesday, August 9 for maintenance and repairs. A few of the new updates to the Rec include deep cleaning of the HVAC vents and floors, power washing locker rooms, and installation of new flooring in the free weight area and carpeting in some offices. Summer camps and Cleveland Clinic physical therapy appointments will still be able to access the building.
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Sales Tax Holiday Coming to Ohio from
Friday, August 5 to Sunday, August 7
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Ohio will have a sales tax holiday from Friday, August 5 at 12 a.m. to Sunday, August 7 at 11:59 p.m.
During the holiday, the following items are exempt from sales and use tax:
• An item of clothing priced at $75 or less;
• An item of school supplies priced at $20 or less; and
• An item of school instructional material priced at $20 or less.
Items used in a trade or business are not exempt under the sales tax holiday.
For more information regarding the sales tax holiday, please refer to the Department’s Sales Tax Holiday Frequently Asked Questions available on the Department’s website HERE.
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Farmers Markets Around Medina County | |
If you have a Farmers Market in Medina County you would like to see posted in the Weekend Update, send us an email HERE.
A Taste of Summer Farmers Market: open seven days a week rain or shine from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. at 314 Pearl Rd., Brunswick. Find more information on this market HERE!
Farmer's Market of Medina County: open every Saturday now through Oct. 29 from 9 a.m. - noon at 3939 Granger Rd., Medina. Use the Weymouth Rd. entrance. Find more information on this market HERE!
Medina Square Farmers Market: open every Saturday now through Oct. 14 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. on Broadway St. (across from the Courthouse). Click HERE for more information!
Main Street Wadsworth Farmers Market: open every Saturday now through Sept. 24 from 9 a.m. - noon at Central Elementary School, 151 Main St., Wadsworth. Find more information HERE.
Seville Farm Market: open every Saturday from 9 a.m. - noon through Sept. 24 at Maria Stanhope Park on Pleasant St. in Seville. Click HERE for more information!
Brunswick Farmers Market: open on Sundays, now through Oct. 2 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Brunswick Heritage Farm, 4613 Laurel Rd., Brunswick. Go HERE for more information!
Valley City Farmers Market: open Saturdays from 9 - noon through September at 6615 Center Rd., Valley City.
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Auditor Kovack's Weekly Report | |
Mike Kovack, Medina County Auditor, today released the following information regarding county finances for the week of July 25 through July 29, 2022.
The largest income source was from a mental health grant in the amount of $485,915.75. The Auditor’s Accounting Department issued 461 checks for total expenditures of $3,097,575.58. The Commissioners approved expenditures totaling $1,065,787.35. There were zero vendor’s license issued
There were 92 residential home sales this week. The average sale price for a home in Medina County this week was $283,388.63. The total fees collected for residential transfers was $64,197.10. There were 4 commercial sales this week and the average sale price was $487,500. The total fees collected for commercial transfers was $9,755.50.
To view the complete Report, click HERE!
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Thursday, August 4
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Medina's Toastmasters club helps Medina's community members and business leaders improve communication and leadership skills. They meet today, and every first and third Thursday of each month from noon - 1 p.m. at Buffalo Wild Wings, 5050 Eastpointe Dr., Medina. Click HERE to learn more!
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Feeding Medina County will be distributing food in Lodi at Hidden Hollow Camp, 8672 Richman Rd., Lodi, from 4 - 5:30 p.m. You must bring a photo ID or proof of residence. Please come with an empty trunk and stay in your car. To find more information about food aid, or to get involved, click HERE.
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Erin Neal will be bringing her Soul Dance Band to the Medina Square for an evening concert from 7 - 9 p.m. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy this free concert of Motown, R&B, soul, pop, top 40s, and more!
Friday, August 5
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The Medina County Office for Older Adults is hosting Picnic on the Patio at the Pearlview Rehab & Wellness Center, 4426 Homestead Dr, Brunswick. Lunch and music starts at 11 a.m. Lunch is $5.00 for seniors, and $6.00 for others. Click HERE for more information.
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Cossel Farms will roll up to the Medina County Office for Older Adults, 246 Northland Dr., Medina, with a truck full of fresh produce from 11 a.m. - noon. Accepting of Senior Farmer's Market Coupons. Learn more by calling (330) 723 - 9514.
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The 21st Great Big Trinity Yard Sale is the best yard sale in Wadsworth! Today, from 4 - 8 p.m. and tomorrow (Saturday, August 6) from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., shop the sale at Trinity UCC Church, 215 High St., Wadsworth. Come rain or shine, the sale will be held indoors with handicap access. Learn more by calling (330) 336 - 2183.
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Cool Beans Café Family Movie Night is back tonight! Beginning at 8:30 p.m., grab a blanket and bring family and friends to enjoy Encanto on the Square! Before the show, help support the local businesses who work together to put on this free event! Click HERE for more info!
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School House Scoops, 686 Lafayette Rd, Medina, is showing "Mitchells vs The Machines" tonight beginning at dusk. Remember to being a chair for this outdoor movie feature, and don't forget to enjoy some ice cream while you're there! Follow their Facebook page HERE for any updates.
Saturday, August 6
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The Medina Personal Care Pantry will host their monthly drive-thru from 8 - 9:30 a.m. at Medina Presbyterian Church, 5020 Burgundy Bay Blvd., Medina. Suggested donation is $4 per family. Stay in your car, items will be placed in your trunk.
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Join the Medina Community Garden for a fun kid's yoga class! Class is donations based and you must sign up to reserve your spot. This 30-minute yoga class is geared towards children ages 5+ . Parents must stay on site. Class is from 10 - 10:30 a.m. and takes place at 302 E Liberty St., Medina. Sign up by clicking HERE!
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The Northern Ohio Railway Museum, 5515 Bluffham Rd., Seville, is open from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. every Saturday through Sept. 24. Visitors can ride the 1914 Trolley Car on select Saturdays. Masks are required. Click HERE for more information!
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Meet Ariel and Moana, enjoy games, crafts, and more! The "Under the Sea" Party is for children of all ages and will be held at the Seville Library, 45 Center St., Seville, beginning at 10:30 a.m. Click HERE for more info!
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Fat Bob's weekly Saturday night Cruise In is back again tonight from 4 p.m. - dusk, with music starting at 3 p.m., at Laurel Square, 1733 Pearl Rd., Brunswick. Click HERE for more information!
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ORMACO continues its Jazz Under the Stars concert series at 7 p.m. at Medina’s Uptown Park with the popular group Akin for Jazz. Back by popular demand, the ensemble will perform tunes from the American Songbook.
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School House Scoops, 686 Lafayette Rd, Medina, is showing "Moana" tonight beginning at dusk. Remember to bring a chair for this outdoor movie feature, and don't forget to enjoy some ice cream while you're there! Follow their Facebook page HERE for any updates.
Sunday, August 7
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The Medina County Historical Society will have an open house today from 1 - 4 p.m. at the John Smart House Museum, 206 N. Elmwood., Medina. Come and see what's new at the museum! This will be a self-guided tour. There will be docents in various locations throughout the museum to answer questions and provide interesting facts. Admissions prices are $5 for adults; $4 for MCHS members & seniors; $3 for students 7 - 18 years old. Children under 7 are free with a hand-holding adult. Call (330) 722 - 1341 for more information.
Monday, August 8
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All day, enjoy Mini Golf at the Buckeye Library, 6625 Wolff Rd., Medina!
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Every Monday through the fall (weather permitting) from 4 - 8 p.m., join Samosky's Pizzeria, 6738 Center Rd., Valley City, for a car cruise in! Click HERE to find updates to this event.
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The Medina County SPCA is holding general orientation for volunteer training today from 6 - 6:45 p.m. at their facilities, 8790 Guilford Rd, Seville. Click HERE for more information!
Tuesday, August 9
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Drop by the Seville Library, 45 Center St., Seville, from 10:30 - 11 a.m. for a 30 minute story and song time with special visitors Kim and her puppy, Wally! Afterwards enjoy a slice of pizza from Seville's own Sparky's Pizza. No registration is required for this event.
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Join OutSupport for a LGBTQ+ family friendly hike from 6 - 8 p.m. at Hubbard Valley Park, 8600 Hubbard Valley Rd, Seville. All ages and allies welcome! Bring a water bottle. In case of inclement weather, check the Outsupport Facebook page for updates.
Wednesday, August 10
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Join Keller Meats and the Exchange Market on the covered porch, at 320 S Court St., Medina, for family story time from 11 a.m. - noon.
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The Medina County Health Department's certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians will teach you everything you need to know to make sure that your car seat is used and installed correctly. This service is free for all families. Appointments are required and available from 2 - 5:30 p.m. Walk-in service is not available. To make an appointment, call (330) 723-9688 (option 5). Click HERE for more information!
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Want to learn how to grow lettuce and increase your yield? Join the Medina Community Garden, 302 E Liberty St., Medina, at 6:30 p.m. for tips and tricks to growing lettuce. Sign up is not required.
Thursday, August 11
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Feeding Medina County will be distributing food in Brunswick at Willetts Middle School, 1045 Hadcock Rd., Brunswick, from 10:30 a.m. - noon. You must bring a photo ID or proof of residence. Please come with an empty trunk and stay in your car. To find more information about food aid, or to get involved, click HERE.
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See bubbles beyond your imagination at this indoor show with the Bubble Lady at the Lodi Library, 635 Wooster St., Lodi, from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.!
For more events going on around Medina County, go HERE.
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Live Music Events Around
Medina County This Weekend
Many thanks to Dine Medina County Facebook Page for this comprehensive list of music! Go to their page for outstanding local restaurant information!
Thursday, August 3
Cin Dees Place - 232 W. Smith Rd., Medina
Karaoke @ 7 p.m.
Foundry Social – 333 Foundry Street, Medina
Josh Rizzo @ 6 p.m.
Herman's Pub & Grub - 2126 Pearl Rd., Brunswick
DJ Music with Sadie @ 8 p.m.
High & Low Winery - 588 Medina Rd., Medina
Music Trivia @ 6 p.m.
Mapleside Farms - 294 Pearl Rd., Brunswick
Inclusive Playground Benefit Concert w/Nashville Recording Artist – Tyler Reid @ 7 p.m. ($15 entry fee)
On Tap Medina - 2736 Medina Rd., Medina
Eric Street @ 6:30 p.m.
PJ Marley's - 119 Public Sq., Medina
Open Mic Night with Lance Waste @ 7 p.m.
Samosky's Homestyle Pizzeria - 6738 Center Rd., Brunswick
Charles Geil @ 5 p.m.
Thirsty Cowboy - 2743 Medina Rd., Medina
Dance partner lessons with Patti (No partner required!) @ 7:30 p.m.
Friday, August 4
Amy’s Arbors - 6735 Center Rd., Valley City
Clyde Hensley @ 7 p.m.
The Backyard - 1813 Pearl Rd., Brunswick
Wreck’n @ 8 p.m.
Blue Heron Pub - 3227 Blue Heron Trace, Medina
Charles Geil @ 5 p.m.
Blue Tip BBQ and Grill - 130 S. Layman St., Wadsworth
New Touch Fire @ 8 p.m.
Cin Dees Place - 232 W. Smith Rd., Medina
Santarium and Jump @ 8 p.m.
The Farmer’s Table – 320 S. Court, Medina
Mac McKenzie @ 7 p.m.
Filia Cellars- 3059 Greenwich Rd., Wadsworth
Tim Razor @ 6:30 p.m.
Foundry Social – 333 Foundry Street, Medina
Dawn to Dusk @ 8 p.m.
Galaxy – 201 Park Center, Wadsworth
Steel Hip Trio @ 9 p.m.
Grab N Go Beverage o DriveThru & Pub – 236 N. State Rd., Medina
Meganne Stepka @ 7 p.m.
Herman's Pub & Grub - 2126 Pearl Rd., Brunswick
Karaoke @ 9 p.m.
Mapleside Farms - 294 Pearl Rd., Brunswick
Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute) @ 7 p.m. ** $10 Entry Fee **
Medina Brewing Company - 320 South Court St., Medina
Rob Rocks @ 7 p.m.
The Oaks Lakeside – 5878 Longacre Ln., Chippewa
Wallace Coleman @ 6:30 p.m.
On Tap Medina - 2736 Medina Rd., Medina
Kenny Channels @ 7 p.m.
Sully’s Irish Pub - 117 W. Liberty St., Medina
Crawley & Sofranko @ 8 p.m.
Thirsty Cowboy - 2743 Medina Rd., Medina
Country Music DJ @ 6 p.m.
Saturday, August 5
Amy’s Arbors - 6735 Center Rd., Valley City
Wooden Ships @ 7 p.m.
The Backyard - 1813 Pearl Rd., Brunswick
Third Monkey @ 8 p.m.
Blue Heron Pub - 3227 Blue Heron Trace, Medina
Laid Back & Lazy @ 12 p.m.
Blue Heron Pub - 3227 Blue Heron Trace, Medina
Jason Patrick Meyers @ 5 p.m.
Blue Tip BBQ and Grill - 130 S. Layman St., Wadsworth
Comedy Show @ 7:45 p.m.
The Farmer’s Table – 320 S. Court, Medina
Skinny Moo @ 2 p.m.
Filia Cellars- 3059 Greenwich Rd., Wadsworth
Steve Reilly & Dave Sizer @ 6:30 p.m.
Gandalf’s Pub & Restaurant - 6757 Center Rd., Valley City
Furious George Hartwig 7:30 p.m.
High & Low Winery - 588 Medina Rd., Medina
Sean Patrick @ 2 p.m.
Hoppy Dude Brews - 1369 Ridge Rd., Hinckley
Rye Valley @ 6 p.m.
Medina Brewing Company - 320 South Court St., Medina
Company Housing @ 7 p.m.
Medina's Uptown Park Gazebo on Public Square
Jazz Under the Stars: Akin for Jazz @ 7 p.m.
On Tap Medina - 2736 Medina Rd., Medina
Donny Thompson @ 7 p.m.
Sully’s Irish Pub - 117 W. Liberty St., Medina
Josh Rizzo @ 8 p.m.
Thirsty Cowboy - 2743 Medina Rd., Medina
Country Dance Party! @ 7 p.m.
Sunday, August 6
Blue Heron Pub - 3227 Blue Heron Trace, Medina
Art Michaud @ 3 p.m.
Gandalf’s Pub & Restaurant - 6757 Center Rd., Valley City
Gabby & Twan @ 3 p.m.
On Tap Medina - 2736 Medina Rd., Medina
Second Base @ 5 p.m.
Panini’s Bar & Grill – 3520 Center Rd., Brunswick
Jazz Cabbage @ 4 p.m.
Wadsworth Public Library - 132 Broad St., Wadsworth
Erin Nicole Neal: Gospel Music @ 2 p.m.
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4-H Seniors Honored During Breakfast
Before the fairgrounds began buzzing with activity Tuesday, more than 50 people gathered in the pavilion to celebrate Medina County 4-H’s Outstanding Seniors.
To be considered to become a 4-H Outstanding Senior, the applicants must have participated in a 4-H club for more than five years and are actively participating in a 4-H project.
One by one, each senior walked across the stage receiving recognitions from Medina Mayor Dennis Hanwell, state Rep. Sharon Ray, Probate and Juvenile Court Judge Kevin Dunn, county Commissioner Steve Hambley, county Auditor Mike Kovack and a staff member of the OSU Extension.
Read the full story at
Medina Gazette
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This Means War: Medina Businesses Sign Up for Friendly Competition
Cool Beans Café has brought a war to the Medina square -- a sign war, that is. And it has quickly spread throughout the city and even to other businesses in Medina County.
Cool Beans owner Laura Cavey shared that she had seen a similar thing on social media years ago. Recently, someone challenged her to do it on the square.
She explained that someone said, “I bet Laura would do this” and she said, “Yes, I will.”
“We started it the next day, tagged All Fired Up and it has just taken on a life of its own,” said Cavey.
Read the full story at
Cleveland.com
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Medina County Districts Receive $1.1 Million for Security Upgrades
Multiple school districts throughout Medina County will receive more than $1.1 million in state assistance grants to pay for security upgrades to enhance the safety of students and staff.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announced that 1,183 schools in 81 counties will receive almost $47 million in grant funding as a part of the Ohio K-12 School Safety Grant program during the Ohio School Safety Summit.
Five Medina County school districts were chosen for $1,135,902.47 in grants, making up 30 of the 1,183 schools selected to receive funding.
The funds given through this grant will be used to cover expenses associated with security enhancements such as security cameras, public address systems, automatic door locks, badging systems, exterior lighting and more.
Read the full story at
Medina Gazette
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