Ohio lawmakers move to address coronavirus with emergency bill
Emergency legislation in Columbus would drop mandatory state testing for schools this year and extend absentee voting deadline to April 28 for those who did not vote in the March 17 primary. It would allow seniors on track to graduate, waive report cards, permit distance learning, pause the voucher program at 517, grant temporary nursing certifications, ease license renewals penalties, and extend state tax filing to July 15. The bill moves to Gov. DeWine after unanimous Senate approval. House members met in eight rooms for social distancing.
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Wadsworth choir creates virtual performance of Sun Is Gonna Shine Again
Wadsworth High School Off Broad Street Players released a virtual choir video after spring musical cancellation. Members recorded individually for timing and memory, edited by Alex Miller, featuring Sun Is Gonna Shine Again from Bright Star. Miller noted the group’s aim to stay connected amid the Dazzle Awards cancellation and shared plans to blend design and editing in his future career.
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Local official dispels pet concerns over COVID-19 fears
Medina officials say no local evidence pets are abandoned due to COVID-19 fears. CDC notes no proof animals spread the virus and urges limited contact if symptoms appear. Tracey Miller of the Medina County SPCA cites rare cat drop offs not tied to the pandemic. International reports of positive dogs in Hong Kong are symptomless.
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Police urge education over arrests in stay-at-home order
Medina County police chiefs met with Health Commissioner Krista Wasowski to define their role under Ohio Governor DeWine's stay-at-home order. Officials say the approach is educational, not marshal-law enforcement, with informational cards to residents while some towns will not stop cars on Route 57.
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