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Ohio FOP passes on endorsing Democratic U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Ohio Fraternal Order of Police has endorsed Sen. Sherrod Brown each time he’s run for reelection. But they are passing on doing so this year, citing comments the longtime Democrat made about a controversial police shooting in Columbus three years ago. If you purchase...
STDs In Michigan, Ohio and Indiana Among Highest In The Nation
A new study shows that 7 cities in Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio have a concerning number of STD cases. Here's what you should know. Sexually transmitted diseases and infections aren't easy to talk about. However, the stigma that comes with STDs and STIs adds to the difficulty of protecting people from them. The United States is currently experiencing a substantial rise in chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. The number of syphilis cases has risen nearly 30% since last year. That is part of a shocking trend according to InnerBody.com,
😯Fremont man says he was 'basically kidnapped' in mistaken ID arrest; officer punished
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Former fire chief indicted on criminal counts; judge dismisses lawsuit alleging unlawful termination
PORT CLINTON, Ohio — The former Port Clinton fire chief was indicted on 10 criminal counts Wednesday, following accusations he had sexually harassed and assaulted one of his employees. In June 2023, the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation began investigating Kent Johnson on allegations he had sexually harassed a...
Shoplifters rob 4 dollar stores; on the loose after chase with Akron police
SUMMIT COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO) - Akron police are looking for several women who are wanted for shoplifting from four dollar stores in Summit and Stark Counties earlier this month. According to police, the suspects first robbed the Family Dollar in the 500 block of Cuyahoga Falls Ave. in Akron on July 14.
Sunflowers, wine and more highlight area festivals
FREMONT - Lindsay, Gibsonburg and Fremont will be hosting community festivals this weekend. The Lindsey Sunflower and Homecoming Festival will be from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, July 27, at Wendelle Miller Park, 240 S. Main St. in Lindsey. There will be a 5K Race, children's games, live music from 1 to 9 p.m. and over 45 vendors and food trucks. Other activities include a cake walk, Baby Royalty and Sunflower Contest, plus a cornhole...
Pulaski Park rededication is this fall
A Lorain park will be rededicated this fall. After several years of work and fundraising from local volunteers, Pulaski Park, at West 15th and 17th streets, will have a rededication ceremony at 12 p.m. Oct. 13. Stephen Bansek, and his wife, Lollie, have helped lead the charge to see the...
Rock the Yard concert battles through rain to deliver ministry to incarcerated individuals
Usually on Wednesday afternoons, incarcerated individuals at Grafton Correctional Institution are at their assigned jobs or rehabilitation programs. At 1 p.m., music reverberated around the prison as its recreation yard came alive. Grafton Correctional Institution hosted a concert as part of the Rock the Yard concert series, a tour co-sponsored...
High school summer baseball: In duel of Pirates, Rocky River prevails over Black River
AMHERST – In a battle of River Pirates, Rocky River scuttled Black River 14-1 in the 8th version of the Adrian Abrahamowicz Memorial Classic on Wednesday afternoon at Amherst’s Sliman Diamond. Both teams were coming off successful springs. Both were conference champions – Black River in the Lorain...
More mosquitos in Canton test positive for West Nile
CANTON − Two samples of mosquitoes, one collected at Weis Park and one collected around 11th Street NW and Whipple Avenue NW the week of July 8, have tested positive for West Nile Virus, Canton City Public Health said Wednesday. The department has not confirmed that any people in the area have tested...
Second Harvest names new board members
Second Harvest Food Bank Of North Central Ohio is excited to announce new board members and roles for the 2024-25 fiscal year which began on July 1. “Our board is instrumental to our mission,” said Julie Chase-Morefield, president and CEO of Second Harvest. “They help guide our strategic plan, support our fundraising efforts, and share our passion for creating pathways to nutritious food. I’m excited for what we are going to accomplish together.”
Retired Air Force Lt. Col. Jim Spanbauer Takes The Helm Of Waterville Rotary; Preps For Blues, Brews And Brats
BY KAREN GERHARDINGER | MIRROR REPORTER — Waterville Rotary Club may be small, but it has a huge impact in not just the Anthony Wayne area, but also around the world. “We fight above our weight class,” said Jim Spanbauer, who was named president of the club on July 1 – the same day he retired after more than 30 years in the U.S. Air Force and Ohio Air National Guard.
Museum Hosting Barbecue Chicken Dinner
Once again, Andy’s Knockout Chicken from Fort Wayne will be roasting delicious barbecue chicken from 4:00-7:00 p.m. Saturday, August 3. The museum is located at 600 Fairground Drive, Paulding, across the street from the fairgrounds. Select either a half-chicken or quarter-chicken. Meals include chicken, baked beans, choice of cole...
Garfield junior Conner Hunt basks in aftermath of Move United Hartford Nationals
Garfield rising junior Conner Hunt had already proven himself at the state level as a tough competitor in the seated track events but now has made his mark at the national level. Hunt won the 100-meter seated dash at the Move United Hartford Nationals in Alabama by setting a national record of 15.71 seconds and finished as the runner-up the 400 and 800-meter seated dashes in the T54-U17 category on July 14.
Lucas County commissioner race takes to television
A Lucas County commissioner race is moving to television, as one candidate’s advertisements will start airing as soon as Friday. Former Toledo Councilman Tom Waniewski, a Republican, stars in a new 30-second advertisement highlighting his upbringing in the city’s Polish community, his work as a reporter turned politician, and his campaign message stressing the need for change on the board of commissioners. “I’m taking these early days of the election year to work on my branding,” Mr. Waniewski said. “I’m getting my name out there and publishing positive branding.”
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