Good morning, Medina.

On Sept. 28, board member Paul Wood led a guided tour at Spring Grove Cemetery in Medina with 30 Friends of the Cemetery to show 28 years of restoration work, including updates to the Soldiers Mound, chapel, baby section, and mausoleum—projects that involved over $3 million in support. The tour highlighted the ongoing care and preservation efforts that help keep the cemetery a valued local landmark.

The Sun newspaper invites Medina pet owners to share their pet stories and photos for Howl-oween—submissions should include the community name for added local context.

Ann Norman, the Sun editor, will feature selected stories soon.

Baldwin Wallace University students from Medina and Brunswick traveled to Ireland on a 10-day study abroad seminar, where they joined walking tours, planted apple trees, and learned Gaelic games—gaining hands-on experience in travel writing and social impact.

Medina’s Izzy Kurka now joins the Yellow Jackets women's basketball team after a record-setting season, and local cadet Phillip Barnes earned gold star academic recognition at The Citadel.

Ghostly Lore of Medina's Haunted Places

1-2 p.m. — Root Candles — Free entry — Explore local haunted tales and firsthand paranormal accounts from residents.

Homecoming Parade

6-8 p.m. — Medina High School — Free entry — Celebrate community spirit with a festive march from Medina's historic square.

CFA International Cat Show and Expo

10 a.m. - 6 p.m. — International Exposition Center — $10+ — Celebrate all things feline with competitions, adoptions, and shopping at this cat lover's paradise.

Cozy Glow Pumpkin Stack Paint & Sip

2-4 p.m. — Pickleback's Medina — First cocktail included — Create a charming light-up pumpkin painting while enjoying a relaxing afternoon of sipping and painting.

Rances’ Euchre Party

5-8 p.m. — Rances — No cost provided — Enjoy an exciting evening of euchre games with friends in Medina.

5th Annual Halloween Bar Crawl

12-11 p.m. — Medina Public Square Historic District — Cost varies — Enjoy Halloween-themed food and drink specials while collecting stamps from participating bars.

Praises & Pages

6-8 p.m. — Bella Moxie Company — Free parking — Experience an artistic journey filled with creativity, praises, and the art of journal making.

12th Annual TC Open NEO Sporting Clay Event

11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Hill 'n Dale Club — $175 per shooter — Enjoy lunch and a 100 sporting clay shoot while supporting a great cause.

Lake Medina Open Water Swim Group 2025

12 PM — Lake Medina North Parking Lot — Free entry — Dive into the adventure of a lifetime with fellow swimming enthusiasts in the glistening waters of Lake Medina.