Ohio governor closes polling amid covid crisis
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine ordered polling places closed as a health emergency, with the Franklin County court denying a delay. He said absentee voting would continue and that a court remedy may extend voting options. Voter concerns led residents like Beth Monachino to seek safer alternatives.
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Medina Acts To Help During Pandemic Restrictions
Medina officials tell residents and visitors to rely on Medina County Health Department and Ohio Governor DeWine for accurate news. The city closes schools libraries restaurants bars and recreation center. Water shutoffs suspended until June while fines are delayed. Council to empower meeting postponement and pandemic relief funding for nonprofits aiding seniors and needy. Takeout encouraged with vendor list to be posted.
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Medina Square aims to keep vibrant with takeout plan
Medina area businesses on Medina Square announced a takeout drive to stay open as Gov DeWine ordered bars and dine-in venues closed. Owners plan curbside service with parking reserved in front of eateries for order ahead pickup, reducing shopper movement and contact. Laura Parnell Cavey leads the effort with Ben Cavey and other owners backing the plan.
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Medina County braces for COVID-19 surge as cases rise
Medina County Health Commissioner Krista Wasowski warns of likely rapid COVID-19 growth amid 50 confirmed statewide cases, including two in Medina. She urges seriousness, notes testing speeds, compares to flu seasons, and cites economic toll of bars and restaurants closures while stressing measures to slow spread.
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