Cory Shaffer

Chief Brian Cavanaugh's last day is June 20, and officials estimate the hiring process could take 60 to 90 days, requiring temporary leadership arrangements.

The Board of Commissioners meets Tuesday to consider a contract for designing repairs to cast iron columns that support the historic 1873 courthouse building.

The proposal would require boats, trailers, and recreational equipment to be placed on approved surfaces like gravel, concrete, or paved driveways rather than grass or bare ground.

Complaints about damaged yards, utility flags left for weeks and difficulty reaching company representatives have prompted discussions about public meetings, citizen oversight committees and independent inspectors.

The philanthropist's $70 million donation to Meals on Wheels America is supporting local meal-delivery programs serving older adults across 6,000 agencies nationwide.

The Chippewa Lake Water Ski Show Team debuts "Chips Creek" on Wednesday, performing free every week through August.

After state funding cuts reduced senior farmers Market vouchers, Medina County foundations and Wadsworth launched local programs providing produce assistance.

The department has received multiple complaints about scammers spoofing sheriff's office phone numbers and using real deputy names to pressure victims into sending cryptocurrency.

The performances celebrate America's 250th anniversary with programs featuring American music at venues including Buffalo Creek Retreat and Wolf Creek Winery through early July.

The kittens likely wouldn't have survived if not discovered by a nearby resident who cleaned and fed them before contacting authorities. The Medina County SPCA is pursuing all leads in the animal cruelty case.