Medina County Library marks 40 years of service and community impact
The Medina County District Library celebrates four decades of countywide service since its 1980s levy united independent libraries. From early donors like Franklin Sylvester to modern programs, MCDL advances Wi Fi access, early literacy outreach, memory kits for Alzheimer’s families, and community learning spaces. Dianna Wertz recalls moving from card catalogs to full computerization, while staff note the library’s evolving role as a free, open gathering place fostering schools, health care, senior services, and nonprofits.
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Winter storm closes Medina County businesses and roads
Northeast Ohio's large winter storm dumped over a foot of snow in Medina County with 10.4 and 9.7 inch readings in Medina and Brunswick. A level two snow emergency urged motorists to avoid travel. Brunswick officials noted pockets with up to 14 inches.
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Medina honors MLK with church service and unity talk
More than 50 community members and officials gathered at First Methodist Church Medina to mark Martin Luther King Jr Day. Local pastors and the Medina City Wide Choir led prayers and song while a video of I Have a Dream played. Mayor Dennis Hanwell reflected on King’s legacy and Medina unity efforts including past marches and responses to recent protests.
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Wadsworth to hear parking lot improvement ordinance
The Wadsworth City Council will consider an ordinance authorizing the service director to solicit bids for a downtown parking lot project off Watrusa Avenue. Engineers estimate a $515,000 cost. spring start, with aim to boost local business and potential future events.
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