Good morning, Medina.

Robyn Studer and Officer Keleman made a young boy happy at Burger King when he got to try on the officer’s hat, and the column remembered local builder Berndt Franz Schneider who passed away on June 2 after a stroke.

The report noted that several events are planned — the Medina County Sports Hall of Fame banquet on June 20, a $300,000 grant-funded track replacement at Medina High School, local blood drives, and a Chicken BBQ event on July 13.

Medina County District Library branches have launched summer programs for children and teens, including the Summer Reading Game with an art theme that runs through Aug.

23 and new Story Walks at Brunswick and Highland Libraries - other events like Watercolor Sharks on June 20 and a Chess Skills Clinic on June 21 offer hands-on opportunities for local youth.

Val Woods, a Northeast Ohio woman who lost her brother to cardiac arrest, turned her grief into a mission — teaching CPR in local classes — and she hopes her work helps neighbors learn to save lives.

A Medina officer shot at a suspect’s vehicle on Thursday during a pursuit that began with a suspicious person complaint after the suspect, wanted for assaulting an officer, fled a traffic stop and tried to hit the officer before his vehicle became disabled—police later arrested him.

Medina County Title Bureau reopened in Brunswick on June 12 at its new location at 2875 Center Road in the Sherman’s Corners complex after its former office closed—county officials and local Chamber Alliance members attended a welcome home ribbon cutting.

The bureau now offers vehicle title and passport services for residents and businesses.

Father's Day Cookout

12-5 p.m. — The Oaks Lakeside Restaurant and Event Venue — $50 Adults, $25 Kids 6-12, Free for 5 and under — Enjoy lawn games, cigars, and delicious food to celebrate that special man in your life.

Cocktails & Coloring at 9ers Diner

6-8 p.m. — 9ers Diner & Pub — Check for ticket availability — Enjoy cocktails and unleash your creativity with coloring fun and contests on the patio.

Smoked Prime Rib Saturdays

3:45-5:45 p.m. — Lager Heads BBQ Smokehouse — Check with venue for pricing — Enjoy smoked prime rib specials alongside a classic barbecue menu.

Medina Flea Market 2025

9 a.m. — Medina County Community Center — $1 entry — Discover unique antiques and collectibles at this vibrant one-day flea market event.

The Big Ohio Book Con

9 a.m. – 7 p.m. — Medina County Community Center — Check the event page for cost — Dive into a celebration of literature with panels, signings, and meet-and-greets.

Paint & Sip: Tropical Drink Tray Workshop

2-4 p.m. — Pickleback's Medina — One cocktail included — Unleash your creativity by painting a vibrant tropical scene on a hand-painted wooden drink tray.