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A wish granted: $1.4M tech award sought by late teacher surprises Barberton schools
Two days after Philip Hodanbosi died on Feb. 28, he left a final legacy to the Barberton City School District. Hodanbosi spent much of his career teaching and coaching for the Magics, developing a reputation as a patient and inspiring teacher who could get eighth grade students to actually like algebra. In later years, he became a teacher coordinator and grant writer for the school system.
Northeast Ohio man charged with 6th OVI
WOOSTER, Ohio (WOIO) - A Northeast Ohio man now faces his 6th OVI charge after a traffic stop Friday, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. OSHP says troopers stopped the man on SR-226 in Wooster Township after committing a traffic violation. Troopers say they arrested Jaquar Richardson after charging...
Wooster Community Hospital named one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals
Wooster Community Hospital was identified as one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals, according to an independent quality analysis provided by PINC AI, the technology and services brand of Premier, and reported by Fortune. To create the list, an objective, quantitative analysis of publicly available data was conducted to...
Wadsworth and Lodi police blotter for April 19
1:30 p.m. – Stover Court; police received a theft complaint. The incident is under investigation. 12:52 p.m. – 900 block of High Street; police took a report of a theft that occurred at a business on High Street. 4:46 p.m. – Third Street; police received a report of...
Base running, stolen bases key to Norwayne completing two-game sweep over Hillsdale
Many might not realize it, but sometimes doing the basic things pays dividends in the long run. You don't have to tell that to Norwayne (7-2, 6-0), which pulled out all the small ball tactics in defeating Hillsdale 6-5 on the road to pull off a two-game sweep and take control atop the Wayne County Conference standings. ...
Boys Track Notebook: Dillon Morlock already re-writing state record book
At the rate that Dillon Morlock is breaking records, Norwayne throws coach Bri Indorf will be busy getting with officials to solidify every mark. The senior, who is the defending Division II state champ in both the shot put and discus, opened the season with an impressive throw of 68-feet-3½ to win the McCay Relays and followed it up with a mark of 65-9¾ for another victory at the Orrville Invitational. ...
U.S. Marshals offer reward for Wayne County fugitive
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - A reward is being offered for information leading to the capture of a fugitive wanted for involuntary manslaughter, corrupting another with drugs, aggravated trafficking drugs, and trafficking a fentanyl-related compound. The U.S. Marshals said Adam Bush is wanted by Wayne County Sheriff deputies. Bush, 48, is...
Granger TWP. Trustees voice opposition to potential I-71/I-271 junction changes
GRANGER TWP. — The Granger Township trustees announced their opposition to the state's current exploration of the ramping system at the Interstate 71/Interstate 271 junction. Toward the end of March, the Ohio Department of Transportation released information on possible ramp changes to the junction in preparation for a feasibility...
On your mark: Medina City Schools Foundation hosts Run4Fun
MEDINA, Ohio -- The Medina City Schools Foundation is planning an evening of fun, fundraising and running as they host their 29th annual Run4Fun at Medina High School May 3. “We are hoping for about 350 to 400 runners and walkers the day of the race,” said Beth Bugner of the Medina City Schools Foundation.
Celebrate spring at Wayne County Home & Garden Show
Two days of activities and exhibitions celebrating spring and summer. Around 200 vendors display their wares and share ideas. WOOSTER − The 2024 Wayne County Home & Garden Show turns 33 years old later this month as the family-friendly event celebrates spring and helps plan summer projects in and around the house.
South Side Neighborhood Watch
BARBERTON: Police were called to a Third Street Northwest home April 9 for a disturbance. A woman told police another woman stole items off her porch and made threats to her. The other woman denied taking anything or making any threats. Officers spoke to several witnesses who heard the woman and a man make threats toward the other woman. The man and woman were both charged with disorderly conduct.
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