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Tuesday, May 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Medina. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Perry Township kicked off Police Week with the Cops and Bobbers youth fishing derby — the event builds community trust as it awards big prizes to anglers 15 and under. WKYC
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Great Lakes Brewing Co. reopens this week after renovations improved its facilities— and the updated menu offers bar snacks and plates that focus on ingredients from local growers and vendors. WKYC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local historians and volunteers published a book about 45 Revolutionary War veterans — whose graves are in 23 county cemeteries — after receiving a $4,000 grant from America 250, and the work features stories and photos that will be shared with elementary schools at the start of the school year. Cleveland.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Medina Police Department was accepted into the Ohio Collaborative Law Enforcement Accreditation Program—one of 20 agencies statewide meeting benchmarks for bias-free practices, community engagement and officer accountability. This milestone shows the department’s commitment to ethical and effective policing. Cleveland.com
- ➤ During a council meeting on May 12, Medina Mayor Dennis Hanwell said protests on the square are a constitutional right—he explained that public spaces allow free assembly without a permit and that government actions cannot limit these rights. Cleveland.com
- ➤ Medina's building official Dan Gladish reminded property owners that grass and weeds must stay below six inches, and he said the department will first notify non-compliant owners (with a written notice) before hiring a contractor if needed. Parks and Recreation Director Jansen Wehlrey also announced that the Memorial Park pool and the splash pads at Ray Mellert and Fred Greenwood parks will open May 24 at their set hours. Cleveland.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Glenn and Mary Wiley lost their 28-year-old son Reid in 2020 to a severe form of asthma and have formed the Reid Wiley Charitable Foundation—this effort aims to honor his memory and raise awareness about the disease. WKYC
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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.
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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.
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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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Business Networking Event with Toby Kemsuzian
7:45-9:00 a.m. — Buehler's Fresh Foods Medina River Styx — Free entry — Expand your professional network across various sectors in a collaborative environment.
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Medina County Collectors Fair
3 PM – 4 PM — Medina County Community Center — Free entry — Dive into a treasure trove of sports cards, Pokemon collectibles, vinyl, comics, and more.
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Safehouse Battle of the Bands 2025
4-7 p.m. — The Common Ground Warehouse — $10 general admission — Calling all teen bands for a vibrant showdown of musical talent and community spirit.
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Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2025
3:30-7:30 p.m. — Cobblestone Park — Registration fee applies — A fun and engaging running series for kids from Pre-K to 8th grade.
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Pressed Flower Frame Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Hoppy Dude Brews — Check the event page for ticket details — Learn to create a stunning pressed flower frame in a fun and creative atmosphere.
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The Dress Bridal Boutique - Canvas 2025 Collection
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — The Dress Bridal Boutique — Free entry — Try on stunning gowns from the Canvas 2025 Collection in Medina, Ohio.
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Hornet Dash 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run
8:30 a.m. — Highland High School — Registration fees apply — Celebrate the tenth annual event with a thrilling race in support of local education.
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