Wadsworth protest draws varied reactions to Floyd death
About 30 people gathered at Wadsworth downtown gazebo Sunday and Monday for a peaceful protest against racism and police brutality sparked by George Floyd’s death in Minneapolis. Participants shared hopes for awareness and lasting change, while some passersby showed support and others yelled or honked. A 15 year old student and local residents described mixed responses and urged empathy and understanding of long standing injustices.
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Brunswick ice cream truck returns after permits restored
Celeste Compola returned to work in Brunswick after city officials reopened solicitor permits. City Manager Carl DeForest organized a goodwill event at City Hall to celebrate Compola obtaining a permit necessary to operate her truck again. Officials say permits were restricted starting April 8 and several other businesses were denied during the period.
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Brunswick
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Compola
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DeForest
Brunswick City
Silent memorial and prayer vigil planned in Medina
Medina residents plan a weekend sequence of events including a silent memorial, prayer vigil, rally, and march over George Floyd's death. An event titled United for Peace is set for noon Wednesday with five minutes of silence at homes and churches to promote peace and unity, with Medina police pledging peaceful oversight and coordination with organizers.
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Trump threatens to deploy military to quell protests
President Donald Trump warned on Monday from the White House Rose Garden that he could mobilize thousands of U.S. soldiers to dominate the streets if governors do not deploy the National Guard in sufficient numbers. Tear gas could be heard nearby as protests raged coast to coast. He said the aim is to keep the country safe.
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Kinney
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United States
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Coronavirus in Medina County rises to 346 cases
Medina County reports 346 confirmed COVID-19 cases with 68 hospitalizations and 24 deaths. Statewide totals reach 35,984 cases, 6,112 hospitalizations, and 2,206 deaths. Ohio recorded 471 new cases in the latest 24 hours.
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