Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
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🏘️ Community
On April 12 the Medina County Historical Society held a members-only tour at Medina Municipal Airport (four miles east of the business district) where guide Joe Sopko explained the site’s ties to World War II and a past connection with President Lyndon B.
Johnson through local pilot Bruce Hallock. The group viewed photos of local pilots and historic aircraft and learned that even professional golfer Arnold Palmer has flown into the airport.
100+ Women Who Care selected Next Step Up to receive donated funds this quarter for Medina’s first emergency housing shelter—opened mid-March—to use for essential supplies—hygiene products and laundry soap—for its homeless residents.
🚨 Crime
Burton man Velasquez (accused of stabbing his ex-girlfriend) appeared for a video arraignment on April 7th at Brunswick Dollar General and had his bond set at $5 million.
🎓 Education
Medina High School will hold its 150th commencement on Saturday May 24 at 11 a.m. at Ken Dukes Stadium, where a special logo, commemorative ticket, and ribbon will be featured — all designed to mark this milestone day for graduates and their families.
Medina City Schools received community support for the MHS girls lacrosse team after their bus caught fire during spring break when the engine ignited on March 27 along Interstate 77—no one was injured.
The board of education accepted donations on April 15 and the district provided mental health services and assistance for lost equipment.
🏥 Health
Akron Children's will open a new health center in Medina — it will bring together the three current locations into one destination.
🎉 Medina Events
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Cleveland Keys Dueling Pianos
6-9 p.m. — Williams on the Lake — Dinner Buffet with Cash Bar — Experience an engaging night of dueling pianos with requests and sing-alongs.
Home Buying 101 Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Buffalo Wild Wings — Free entry — Get expert tips and strategies for navigating the home buying process with local professionals and complimentary refreshments.
Resin Workshop
5-7 p.m. — Cool Beans Café — All materials provided — Learn the fundamentals of resin with expert tips and techniques for beautiful pours.
Author Visit with Shelley Shepard Gray
10:30 PM — Medina Library — Free entry — Engage with bestselling author Shelley Shepard Gray about her new inspirational romance set in Medina, Their Surprise Reunion.
Annual Flowering Flats Sale
8 AM – 5 PM — Boyert's Greenhouse and Farm — $16.99 per flat — Stock up on beautiful annual flowering plants at a reduced price while supplies last.
Senior Sunset Ceremony
8-9:30 p.m. — Medina County Career Center: Main Campus — Free entry — Celebrate the transition of seniors and create lasting memories with classmates before graduation.
MCEDC Member Meeting: Responding to a Digital Crisis
7:30-9:30 a.m. — Foundry Social — Free for members — Discuss strategies to tackle digital crises and enhance local business growth.
Celtic Music Night at Sully's Irish Pub
7:30-11:00 p.m. — Sully's Irish Pub — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening of original and contemporary Celtic music in a cozy pub atmosphere.
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