Local spelling bee champ misses final after civitas mispronunciation
Thomas Legenage age 13 from Sheffield Lake was eliminated in the National Spelling Bee in Washington. He correctly spelled hydrocarbon in Round Two but erred on civitas in Round Three after mishearing the Latin pronunciation. The finals air on ABC with a top prize of 35000 dollars and a winner’s cup.
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East River Street widening and Gateway Boulevard paving
Elyria officials plan to spend about 2 million in stimulus funds to repave East River Street from Fourth Street to the corporate line and widen it by two feet each side. The project includes replacing driveway aprons and sidewalks at no cost to homeowners and financing a 12 inch water line upgrade on the west side to improve Eastern Heights pressure. The work is set to begin in February or March with additional funds from the water fund to install the larger water main.
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Local Subcontractors Eager for Elyria School Project
Elyria Concrete Co led by the Walls family will pour concrete for floors sidewalks and curbs on the $71 million Elyria School project. The firm says the job is about 250000 and hired via a competitive bid process. officials note most local firms did not bid due to costs, with the contract going to Neilson of Olmsted Falls for nonlocal work.
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Regency Construction
Oberlin High School Orchestra returns from European tour
The Oberlin High School Orchestra completed a May 16 23 trip to Venice Florence and Rome with director Harriet Thomas praising the tour as a highlight of her 30 plus year career. Students Cameron Chan and Monica Rimbert spoke of the experience while three cellos were damaged in Venice and after the trans Atlantic flight. Insurance will cover the losses and blogging plans were hampered by limited Internet access.
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Oberlin School Board Sets Longer Day With Tutoring Plan
Oberlin school board unanimously approved a 45 minute longer day and a tutoring requirement for athletes with GPAs below 2.5. Eastwood and Prospect elementary will move from 6.5 to seven hours, Langston Middle and Oberlin High from 6.5 to seven hours. The changes aim to boost achievement as the district works toward state improvement goals, with emphasis on technology and small groups.
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Elyria man with CCW permit claims three legged dwarves breaking in
A 56-year-old Elyria man with a concealed weapon permit told police that three legged dwarves were breaking into his home. Officers seized 11 guns, knives, swords and ammunition from his Bond Street residence during a mental health hold at EMH Regional Medical Center. The Nord Center was contacted to assist. Sheriff’s officials declined to discuss specifics.
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