Medina fair explosion injures many, many treated
The Medina County fair explosion left multiple people injured and hospitalised across Medina General, MetroHealth Cleveland, and other facilities. Victims ranged from critical to fair condition, with two flown to Lodi Community Hospital and a 12 year old listed in critical condition.
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Medina County Fair to proceed after deadly explosion
Medina County officials announced the county fair will continue this week after a Sunday night explosion killed four and injured 49. Opening was delayed to 11 a.m. and several fair grounds entrances, including the west gate, will be off limits as the board and sheriff assess safety. Residents expressed mixed concerns while some attendees planned to attend, stressing it was an accident. Board member Veneta Bassman stood guard at a fair entrance after the tragedy.
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Scene From A1 The Medina Fair Explosion Fatalities Reported
The article notes three known fatalities and transfers to at least four hospitals after an explosion at the Medina fairgrounds. Three medical helicopters arrived to airlift the seriously injured, with ambulances and fire equipment filling the west parking lot. Spectators recall the chaotic scene, including Max Walton who narrowly avoided injury and Brad English describing the aftermath as horrific. Harness racing proceeded as the day’s official activity.
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Elyria Census Data Show Black Population Shifts Across Years
A table at right details the concentration of Black residents in various Elyria areas, drawn from US Census Bureau data for 1970 1980 1990 and 2000. The package was planned to accompany a Chronicle Sunday story with three graphics.
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Sheffield Village names new police leadership plan
Sheffield Village police chief Don Sayers resigns after mayor Darlene Ondercin cites limited daytime availability. Sayers, employed full time at Reynolds and Reynolds in Wellington, reported after 6 pm for 20 to 30 hours weekly and declined full time. The mayor seeks a replacement, unsure if the new chief will be part or full time.
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