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Newspaper
The Gazette
Location
Medina, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 2020
Page
1
Gov. Mike DeWine said wearing face coverings in retail locations is strongly recommended though not mandatory. He credited Ohioans with flattening the curve through distancing and staying home and urged continued mask use to protect vulnerable residents while allowing business policies for entry.
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Medina County and Ohio health departments report 14 deaths from COVID-19 among residents aged 50 and up, with 162 confirmed cases in Medina and 42 hospitalizations. The deceased include two aged 70–79, one each aged 60–69 and 50–59, while seniors 80 and older drive most hospitalizations and fatalities.
Medina County faced delays and an extension as last minute ballots arrived amid a high turnout concern during the pandemic. Secretary of State Frank LaRose set an unofficial deadline of 10 p.m. for results, but County Board of Elections Director Carol Lawler said the milestone was not met and an extension was requested. County officials noted many counties posted results late or remained blank online, highlighting the challenges of mail in voting and health safeguards during the Ohio primary.
Joe Biden claimed victory in Ohio's presidential primary, a contest framed by pandemic voting changes. Officials delayed in person voting, moving to a mail in system under a health emergency, with limited disruption and ongoing legal challenges.
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