Robert H. Wacker 91 Elyria native and FAA air traffic controller dies
Robert Henry Wacker 91 of Sandusky formerly Elyria died June 8 2024 after a long illness. Born August 27 1932 in Monroeville he served in the Air Force during Korea and retired from the FAA. Survived by stepchildren sisters a brother and many grandchildren. Visitation June 13 at St Mary Church Elyria with Mass following. graveside service 2 p.m. at St Mary Cemetery with military honors. Memorials to St Jude or St Mary Church. Funeral arrangements by Laubenthal Mercado.
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Lorain County Fair expanding with Fairs Forever project
The Lorain County Fair announces the Fairs Forever initiative to fund upgrades including an exposition center a horse arena and a new cattle barn. The Ross Foundation pledged 4 million in January with a 12 million goal and local leaders praise economic cultural impact and community involvement while honoring longtime president Maureen. The project draws on American Rescue Plan funds and community volunteers aim to preserve the fair’s family tradition for future generations.
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County trains Lorain responders in mass shooting simulation
Avon at the Emerald Event Center hosted a three day C3 Pathways course that trained Lorain County first responders in integrated active shooter response. The final session featured nine possible virtual scenarios including a courthouse shooter with hostages.
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