Northeast Ohio schools close due to dangerous cold snap
The Gazette reports Medina County districts including Medina County Career Center will close today and Wednesday as an expansive arctic air mass drives record cold. Temperatures fall to single digits with subzero wind chills tonight, then slowly rise toward the weekend. Community warming centers and meals programs follow closures to aid residents.
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Trump grants broad Jan 6 pardons and orders sweeping actions
President Donald Trump issues pardons for about 1500 Jan 6 participants including those who assaulted police as his first White House actions of his second term. He commuted 14 sentences, signed executive orders to boost border security and curb government size, and withdrew from the Paris climate agreement while rescinding Biden directives.
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Big Chuck Schodowski dies at 90 Medina TV legend
Local Medina County resident and longtime WJW Channel 8 figure Big Chuck Schodowski died at age 90. Known for The Hoolihan and Big Chuck Show and The Big Chuck and Lil John Show, he became a beloved late night icon with signature sound effects and gung ho humor. Schodowski began in broadcasting after leaving a foundry job, earning FCC licensing and joining WKYC briefly before settling at Channel 8 in 1960. He starred in Ghoulardi era skits with Ernie Anderson and appeared with Tim Conway, notably Parma Place.
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Free tax help for Medina County seniors and adults
Medina County Senior and Adult Services partners with AARP to offer free tax appointments for seniors. Laura Toth says volunteers train with AARP and the office schedules, with 230 appointments available starting early February through early April at Medina Library. Call (330) 723-9514 to schedule on Mondays and Wednesdays at 210 S. Broadway St.
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