Medina County Unemployment Claims Jump as Fed Benefit Ends
Medina County initial unemployment claims rose 27 percent in the week ending May 8 reaching 213. Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announced the June 26 end of the extra $300 weekly federal benefit as the state exits the pandemic program. Dentler notes 945 local job openings amid a shift to a stronger labor market.
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Medina County restaurants cheer lifting of COVID rules on June 2
Ed Neiner of 9er's Diner Brunswick says the June 2 mandate lift allows full capacity and new ventures like a nearby pub to reopen. He notes staffing remains tight but expects expanded hours and space as normal operations resume.
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Graduations Return to Near Normal at Medina Trio
Medina and Buckeye high schools along with the Medina County Career Center will hold ceremonies on three consecutive days at Medina High School Ken Dukes Stadium. The career center starts with senior awards at 7 p m May 20, followed by district events and student celebrations as districts aim to restore traditional pomp while maintaining safety.
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Medina County vaccine clinic moves to larger site
High interest prompts switch to Medina County University Center at 6300 Technology Lane Lafayette Township for Saturday's vaccine clinic. The Pfizer option for ages 12 to 15 requires a parent present. Johnson & Johnson for 18+ available 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Walk-ins welcome. appointments unchanged. Details at MedinaHealth.org vaccine.
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Ohio GOP pushes universal school voucher bill
Statehouse Republicans in Ohio back House Bill 290 to make vouchers available to all K through 12 students. Primary sponsors include Riordan McClain and Marilyn John, with 16 Republican co sponsors led by Darrell Kirk. Kirk says the plan gives parents a choice and disputes a public school vs private school fight.
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Medina to lease 1969 courthouse for municipal court
Medina plans to move the Municipal Court into the 1969 Medina County courthouse after certification of primary results on May 25. The county and city will share security and access, with about 5 million in costs, of which 4.3 million comes from court fees, to serve the court for 50 years. Fencing, ramp, and camera system upgrades are underway as June excavation begins.
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