Thursday, June 26th, 2025

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Good morning, Medina. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two Black River High School football players rescued teammate Chase Gallagher, who nearly drowned during a team-bonding swim at a Sullivan Township pond on June 12—Gallagher has since fully recovered and returned to practice. FOX 8
- ➤ Safety experts have warned the public about the dangers of swimming in areas with no lifeguards following recent drownings in Northeast Ohio—residents are urged to check for proper safety measures before entering the water. WKYC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Parks and Recreation Director Jansen Wehrley said the Medina Community Recreation Center will raise the day pass fee by $2 when school resumes to align with local competitors — the change is expected to bring in an extra $100,000 as attendance grows. Cleveland.com
- ➤ Medina’s finance committee approved design services for an uptown loop multi-purpose path along North and South Broadway and for reconstructing East Smith Road from South Jefferson to South Harmony. The path project is funded by a $396,000 grant and the road project received a $530,000 grant from state agencies—choices made based on strong past recommendations. Cleveland.com
- ➤ Medina's Finance Committee approved a $12K donation to the Medina County SPCA to support its work caring for stray, injured, and abused animals — the donation increased from last year's $11K to help manage a growing workload. Cleveland.com
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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.
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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.
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4th Annual Kevin D. Holler Horseshoe Tournament
2-10 p.m. — Fraternal Order of Eagles — $30 entry for food/drink tickets, $100 per team to support cash prizes — Enjoy a night of fun with friends, family, and a horseshoe tournament in honor of Kevin Holler.
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Medina Collectables Flea Market
6 AM – 3 PM — Medina County Community Center — $4 — Discover rare treasures and unique collectables at this beloved local market established in 1977.
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