Birdies store history and founder Sandra McCumbers
Sandra McCumbers, born in 1960 and a Midview High School graduate, ran Birdies at 100 Cleveland St. after taking over Northern Lights. She borrowed money from family to buy and pay back fast, built a unique shop with clothing, art, and novelty items, and became a local figure known for a free spirited style and a skydiving moment.
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Elyria opens homeowner rehab program to demolition projects
The Elyria program now allows demolition of dilapidated detached structures for live-in homeowners while renters and landlords are excluded. About 15 applications exist with several purchase orders issued. funding remains available. For details visit cityofelyria.org and contact Owen MacMillan at (440) 329-7123.
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Lorain teacher cleared after student fight video inquiry
The Lorain Board of Education found no good and just cause to terminate seventh eighth grade science teacher Contreras after a May 9 2022 fight video. The district had placed Contreras and colleague Wilt on leave amid claims they encouraged fighting the union countered with scapegoat accusations. The ruling noted lack of de escalation training and no policies guiding staff during student altercations. Contreras was cleared of termination but Wilt’s discipline remained undetermined.
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