Auditor Kovack's Weekend Update |
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Hello,
Congratulations to Brunswick resident Drew Burge who recently completed his masters in business administration (MBA) from Ashland University. For his capstone project he travelled to Israel to study their business and banking system.
Congratulations to Buckeye High School senior basketball player Danny Flood, who broke the 64 year old single game scoring record for Medina County when he tossed in 56 points against Elyria Catholic last week! Incredible accomplishment!
Best wishes to Montville resident and long-time long-time Medina County employee Bryan Few, who is retiring after 43 years with the Sanitary Engineering Department. Bryan was the plant supervisor at the Hinckley Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Congratulations to the following students who have been inducted into Baldwin Wallace's Dayton Miller Honor Society, achieved by less than 4 percent of undergraduates. From Medina: Charlie Brock, Kelsey Hunter, Jarrett Guzik, Nicole Babik, Mackenzie Hurd. From Valley City: Maddie Roschival. Fron Brunswick: Abby Rudolph, Alexander Krinov.
Congratulations to Julianao Chesnick, Annalisa Polizzi, Lia & Lindsey Sykes and Alexandra Tillman, all of Hinckley, who earned Deans List designation at Bowling Green State University last semester!
2022 property tax bills were mailed by the treasurers office on Wednesday, January 12 and are due on Friday, February 11. Taxes went up in the Brunswick and Wadsworth areas mainly due to new school levies. Unless your value increased from last year, property taxes went down in every other area of the county. Questions on your tax bill? Call our office at 330-725-9754. Questions on payments? Call the treasurers office at 330-725-9748.
Stay warm this week!
Mike Kovack
Medina County Auditor
It takes the same energy to worry as it does to be positive. Use your energy to think positive, and positive things will happen! Optimism is a tremendously strong weapon!
Enjoy motivational quotes? See more HERE!
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Upcoming Vaccine Clinics Around Medina County Through February |
Primary series, booster doses, and pediatric doses available at all community clinics. Appointments can be made through the ArmorVax app or by calling 330-723-9688, option 2. Walk-ins welcome at all clinics.
Go HERE to see the dates and learn more. |
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Flea Market of Collectivles this weekend at Fairgrounds |
The Medina Flea Market of Collectables has been in existence since 1977 and is for individuals who like collectables! It is not a common flea market, but features many items we had as a child and collectables from a by-gone age. The best items sell quickly so come early!
The event runs this Sunday, January 23 from 6 am to 3 pm at the Medina County Community Center (Fair Grounds), 735 Lafayette Road (St. Rt 42) in Medina. Early Bird admission is $3 between 6 am and 9 am. General admission from 9 am to 3 pm is $2. For more information click HERE or call 330-948-4300.
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Medina County Local History Fair Scheduled for Jan. 22 |
Medina County Historical and Genealogical societies will showcase their collections and answer questions about the fascinating people, places, and events of Medina County on Saturday, Jan. 22, from noon to 4 p.m. at the Medina County District Library, 210 S. Broadway St. in Medina.
As a reminder, the CDC recommends wearing masks while our county is classified as high incidence for COVID-19. We greatly encourage patrons ages 5 and up to wear a mask while attending in-person events at MCDL locations.
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Art on Display at Medina County Libraries |
Check out these art exhibitions on display at our local libraries:
Paintings and Purses: A Collection of Past, Present and Future can be viewed through Feb 28 at the Highland Library, 4160 Ridge Rd.
The 18th Annual Aquarius Exhibit is sponsored by the Medina County Art League and can be viewed Jan. 31 through March 6 at B. Smith Gallery, Third Floor of the Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway St.
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The Annual Medina High School Talent/Variety Show (S.P.I.C.E.) |
Come view the performances of the tremendously talented students at the annual Medina High School Talent and Variety Show (S.P.I.C.E) this Friday, January 21 and Saturday 22 beginning at 7 pm at the Medina Performing Arts Center, 851 Weymouth Road, Medina.
Run time for performances is approximately 80-90 minutes. Tickets may be purchased at the door. General admission tickets are $5 for students and senior citizens and $10 for adults. Proceeds help to support the Medina High School Drama Club. Get more info HERE.
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Concerts in the Barn Resume at Mapleside Next Month |
Mapleside Farms is taking extra precautions this year to bring back the Concerts in the Barn, including lowering the number of tickets sold for each show to reduce the overall attendance as well as adding Hand Sanitizer Stations throughout the barn.
The first concert will be held on Friday, Feb.11, and will feature Disco Inferno.
Go HERE for advance tickets and for the concert schedule. |
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Registration Open for Chippewa Lake Polar Bear Jump
and 5K Set for Feb. 19
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The Chippewa Lake Lions Club Foundation is back to hosting this annual in-person event. The Polar Bear Jump and 5K Run/Walk, set for Saturday, Feb. 19, is an annual fundraiser for the Lions. To become a sponsor for the event, go HERE. Registration begins at 10 a.m. on the day of the event at the Village Inn. The Walk/Run begins at noon and the jump starts at 1 p.m. To register to participate in the events, go HERE. |
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Thursday, Jan. 20
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Feeding Medina County will host a food distribution in Medina from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Medina County Fairgrounds, 735 Lafayette Rd. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, people are required to stay in their cars and food will be placed in your trunk. A photo ID is required for proof of residency.
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Hibernation Hike at Allardale Park! Don't curl up and snooze in the face of winter! Get outside and stretch your legs! Bundle up and join the park district to learn about how animals are adapted to survive this chilly, sleepy season. All ages welcome, no registration required. Meet at the Allardale West Parking lot, 401 Remsen Road, Medina at 10 am.
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Create your own bath bombs at this after-school program from 3 to 4 p.m. at the Highland branch of the Medina County District Library, 4160 Ridge Rd. To register, go HERE.
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The duet Girls with Squirrels makes their singing debut at Amy's Arbors, 6735 Center Road, Valley City from 7 to 10 pm. No cover charge.
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Indoor Playground at the Brunswick Rec Center - Kids going stir crazy? Let them work some of that energy off between 9:30 am and 11 am at the Brunswick Rec Center, 3637 Center Road, Brunswick. Balls, ride-ons and much more! Ages 4 & under. Free for members, $3 for non-member children, $2 for each additional sibling. No reservations required, just show up!
Saturday, Jan. 22
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Richardson Farms, 6984 Lafayette Road, Lafayette Township, hosts an indoor farmers market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. INFO
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The Friends of Medina County District Library will host a book sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Brunswick Branch Library, 3649 Center Rd. in the lobby. For $3, patrons can fill a bag with books.
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A spaghetti dinner benefit will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Sharon Center United Methodist Church, 6407 Ridge Rd. Meal includes: spaghetti, meatballs, salad, dessert. Cost: $15 Raffles, silent auction and 50/50 also available. Proceeds will benefit the Mravetz family. For more information, send email HERE.
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Sweets and Geeks, 342 E. Smith Rd., will host a Star Wars celebration from 10 a.m.to 9 p.m. focusing on the newest addition to the galactic storyline, The Book of Boba! Particpate in our Star Wars Trivia Game to win sweet prizes! Shop our Star Wars collection for 20% off licensed Star Wars products! Meet Boba Fett, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Sweets & Geeks! Listen along to the classic soundtrack from the worlds of Star Wars! Find out more information about this and all of our events on the events page HERE
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Kitten Krazy Flea Market. Stop by on Saturdays between 11 am and 4 pm and Thursdays and Fridays between Noon and 5 pm to peruse our treasure trove of fantastic items! Located at 930 Lafayette Road, Unit B, Medina. All proceeds go to support the non-profit Kitten Krazy Shelter. More info HERE.
Sunday, Jan. 23
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The long-running Litchfield Flea Market is open every Sunday during the winter months between 8 am and 2 pm at 9170 Norwalk Road (Rt 18) in Litchfield, just before the circle. A great place for antiques! Indoors during the winter! More info HERE.
Monday, Jan. 24
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BalloFlex Fitness class will be held every Monday at 10:30 a.m. at the Medina County Office for Older Adults, 246 Northland Dr., in Medina. BalloFlex is a seated dance exercise program that combines fitness, dance, positive upbeat energy and music, and camaraderie and is taught by Certified BallFlex Instructor Jani Ott. Cost is only $2 per class. You must be a member of the center to attend. For more information, call: 330-725-9177.
Tuesday, Jan. 25
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Every Tuesday at 12:30 p.m., a group of friendly veterans bring their lunch and shoot the breeze for about an hour at the Medina County Office for Older Adults, 246 Northland Dr. in Medina. No need to sign up, just stop by and join them. They meet outside in the courtyard in nice weather, in the dining room otherwise.
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The American Red Cross will host a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Root Candles, 640 Liberty St., in Medina.
Wednesday, Jan. 26
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Want to reduce stress, improve posture, balance and general mobility, and increase muscle strength in the legs? Then Tai Chi is for you! Michael Rhoades leads this class every Wednesdays from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Medina Senior Center, 246 Northland Drive in Medina. It is also Zoomed. The cost is $40 for an 8-week session or $5 per class. Your first class is free. All classes free for Silver Sneakers members or Renew Active members. Call Jenny at 330-725-9177 or email HERE to reserve your spot. Visit online at mcooa.org.
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Brunswick United Methodist Church is partnering with the Brunswick Division of Police to offer a Speaker Series: Exploring Together Social Issues Affecting our Community. Our 3rd topic in the series is on addiction and how it's affecting our community. Stephanie Robinson from Hope Recovery Center and one of the police officers will discuss how addictions including alcohol and drugs are affecting our residents. The event will take place from 7 to 8 p.m. at the church, 1395 Pearl Rd. in Brunswick.
Thursday, Jan. 27
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Join Main Street Medina for its annual meeting celebration, Year in Review and Awards Ceremony from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 27, at Williams on the Lake, 787 Lafayette Road. The event will feature an appetizer buffet, a cash bar and networking opportunities, along with a brief business meeting to reflect on the past year and the annual awards ceremony. Those attending are encouraged to bring a donation of granola bars, tuna or chicken packets, and microwaveable mac and cheese cups for a food drive to help Feeding Medina County. Tickets can be purchased for $30 at HERE. The annual meeting is presented by Huntington Bank, with supporting sponsors Williams on the Lake and Armstrong and partner sponsors Critchfield, Critchfield & Johnston and Habitat for Humanity of Medina County.
For more events going on around Medina County, go HERE.
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Live Music Events Around
Medina County This Weekend
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Thursday, Jan. 20
Cin Dees Place - 232 W. Smith Rd., Medina
Karaoke @ 7 p.m.
Riverstone Taverne – 5288 Center Rd., Brunswick
Music Bingo/Trivia @ 7 p.m.
Friday, Jan. 21
Amy’s Arbors - 6735 Center Rd., Valley City
Girls with Squirrels @ 7 p.m.
Blue Tip BBQ and Grill - 130 S. Layman St., Wadsworth
Modern Vinyl @ 9 p.m.
The Farmer’s Table – 320 S. Court, Medina
Prime Band @ 7 p.m.
Foundry Social – 333 Foundry Street, Medina
Cold Blue Steele @ 8 p.m.
Gandalf’s Pub & Restaurant - 6757 Center Rd., Valley City
Jay Wonkovich @ 7:30 p.m.
Geno’s Bar – 7091 Lafayette Rd., Medina
Rooster Jones
Romeo’s OT – 1100 N. Court St., Medina
Karaoke & DJ Night @ 8 p.m.
Sully’s Irish Pub - 117 W. Liberty St., Medina
The Other Brothers @ 8 p.m.
Thirsty Cowboy - 2743 Medina Rd., Medina
Live DJ @ 7 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 22
Blue Tip BBQ and Grill - 130 S. Layman St., Wadsworth
Whiskey Bound @ 8:30 p.m.
Gandalf’s Pub & Restaurant - 6757 Center Rd., Valley City
Katy and OC @ 7:30 p.m.
JoJo’s Sports Bar & Grille – 221 S. Jefferson St., Medina
Karaoke @ 10 p.m.
Manzo’s Sports & Spirts - 65 Pearl Rd., Brunswick
Shadow of a Doubt (Tom Petty Tribute) @ 9 p.m.
Medina Brewing Company - 320 South Court St., Medina
Musical Chairs
Sully’s Irish Pub - 117 W. Liberty St., Medina
The Music Men (MuiscTivia) @ 8 p.m.
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Medina Mayor Stresses Community at MLK Day Speech
Church leaders, city officials and residents of all types gathered at First Baptist Church Monday evening (Jan. 17) to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. and to continue important discussions on equality, community and unity.
The Rev. Kurt Albert, pastor at First Baptist, welcomed everyone to the service and opened in prayer. The Rev. David Wallover of Harvest Presbyterian Church read scripture and the Rev. Mike Gardiner of Cornerstone Chapel offered a prayer.
The Medina City Wide Choir sang several songs throughout the service, including “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” “Hold Out” and “Amazing Grace.”
Read the full story at
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Medina County Career Center Opens New Cafe
More than 3,000 square feet of new space greeted guests Tuesday during the grand opening of a revamped Center Café at Medina County Career Center, 1101 W. Liberty St., Medina.
Renovations began last May and stretched into October, adding up to $2.5 million in construction costs paid for with Medina County sales tax dollars, said MCCC Superintendent Steven Chrisman.
"There was no state aid here or tapping into extra levies or anything," he said. "This is a whole new space that's keeping up with changing curriculum."
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County Exceeds $260 Million in Capital Investments
Capital investment across Medina County in 2021 amounted to the second highest total seen in the last two decades, officials said Monday.
Data shared Tuesday by Kathy Breitenbucher of the Medina County Economic Development Corporation showed $263.7 million in such ventures last year, only exceeded by activity in 2018 that was propped up by $150 million in improvements from Westfield Bank.
"Considering that we didn't have a huge, huge project like Westfield's, this is maybe the biggest year for development that we've had," she said. "It was pretty record setting in a lot of ways."
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