27 Aug 1998
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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1998
Page
1
Martina McBride performs to a large audience as clear skies return and rain ends at the state fair. Fans cheer during her set, with organizers estimating strong attendance and atmospheric conditions favorable for the closing acts.
Recurring throat problems force musician Billy Joel to postpone the fall leg of his world tour, preventing a Cleveland show scheduled for September 30. The announcement follows a prior note about ticket offers and local promotions tied to the event.
Hurricane Bonnie weakened to 75 mph as it lingered over North Carolina causing heavy rain and potential flooding on the coastal plain. About 380000 customers lost power, evacuations neared half a million, and tornadoes caused minor damage in Beaufort and Tyrell counties with officials noting limited damage overall.
Meteorologist Jim Rosario of the National Weather Service Cleveland says Lorain County will not be affected by Hurricane Bonnie. North Ridgeville observer Ray Diederich notes hurricanes lose strength after landfall and cites mountain ranges as barriers. He adds regional winds mainly originate from the Northern Plains and Western Great Lakes.
Seattle manager Lou Piniella sparked a memorable infield tantrum in Cleveland's 5-3 win over the Mariners. Piniella argued a double play call in the ninth, tossed his cap, and was ejected as players including Richie Sexson and Ken Griffey Jr. reacted with laughter at Safeco? No, the Guardians.
Elyria and nearby districts begin the new academic year with minimal issues aside from traffic delays on Middle Avenue near Third Street and Oberlin Road. City officials say state approval for resurfacing arrived Aug. 12 after months of planning, forcing the timing.
Elyria High School welcomed about 8 000 students on the first day with freshman Ryan Weese 14 among them. He nervously ate only potato chips amid the crowded cafeteria and planned to switch lunch. He sought a new schedule before classes and started his 18 week commitment in honors geometry guided by Cheryl Fogarty as she set the expectations.
Elyria's Link's Bakery, an institution since 1909, contemplates relocating from 501 Lake Ave after 49 years. Owner Robert Brown cites a bright future and aims for a modern building near the business district, with potential expansion including a deli. The business has roots in Dunkirk and Fre donia, New York, tracing back to founder Conrad Link.
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