Archive for May, 2011
Charles M. Taylor, Sr.
“For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son that whosoever believe in Him should not perish but have Everlasting Life” John 3:16. Charles M. Taylor Sr., 88, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 22, 2011 following a short illness. He was born August 16, 1922 in [...]
Coffee prices to go up 11 percent, Ohio company says
ORRVILLE, Ohio — Coffee drinkers will get another jolt at the supermarket: the company that sells Folgers and Dunkin’ Donuts brand coffees has announced its second double-digit price increase this year. J.M. Smucker Co. said Tuesday the list price for most of its U.S. coffee products will go up 11 percent, on average, because costs [...]
Funnel clouds reported throughout Ohio
CLEVELAND — Funnel clouds were reported throughout Ohio as part of storms that sent trees crashing down and left thousands without power. The National Weather Service has not confirmed that any tornadoes touched down Monday night. It says trained spotters reported hail up to 1.75 inches in diameter and wind gusts as strong as 70 [...]
Center Ridge Road to remain closed all day
NORTH RIDGEVILLE — Center Ridge Road in North Ridgeville will remain closed all day while crews deal with eight utility poles that were taken down by yesterday’s storms. The closure is between Stoney Ridge Road and Case Road, according to North Ridgeville police.
Indians 3, Red Sox 2: Tribe rallies for another win
CLEVELAND — Is there no stopping these Indians? A game that appeared to be headed for the losing column Monday night instead wound up as another victory for Cleveland — a 3-2 decision over the Red Sox in the series opener at Progressive Field. They are the Windians after all. Down by a run, Cleveland [...]
Be Safe with your Food this Summer
Summer is a time to kick-back, explore the great outdoors and celebrate warm weather at picnics and barbecues. Lorain County General Health District Health Commissioner, Kenneth G. Pearce would like to remind residents that as temperatures rise, it is important to know what simple steps to take when preparing and handling food. Remember these food safety tips for a happy and healthy summer…
- CLEAN: Wash Hands and Surfaces Often
- SEPARATE: Don’t Cross-contaminate
- CHILL: Refrigerate Promptly
- COOK: Cook to Proper Temperatures
Got leftovers? Food left out of the refrigerator for more than 2 hours may not be safe to eat. If temps are above 90° F, food should not be left out for more than 1 hour. When finished eating, put leftover perishables back on ice or in the refrigerator as soon as possible.
Find complete Food Safety facts here! For more summertime tips: visit www.loraincountyhealth.com, follow us on Twitter @LorainCoHealth and join us on Facebook.
Indians notes: Choo starting to heat up
CLEVELAND — The Indians have been waiting all season for Shin-Soo Choo to get hot. He’s there. Choo, who appeared poised for a breakout 2011, has slumped through the majority of it, but since May 7, Cleveland’s resident five-tool player is batting .333 (16-for-48) with a home run and seven RBIs to raise his average [...]
14-year-old charged with felonious assault for knife incident
ELYRIA — A 14-year-old boy was arrested for felonious assault yesterday after he threatened a 14-year-old girl with a knife. Officers were called to 338 13th St. about 7:15 p.m. and found a group of teens. The victim told police the group had been joking around when the boy called her a name. As they [...]
Christopher Howse in good condition after stabbing, hospital says
ELYRIA — An Elyria man was taken to MetroHealth Medical Center by LifeFlight after he was stabbed four times in Cascade Park this morning. He was listed in good condition this afternoon, according to the hospital. Christopher Howse, 19, said he was walking with a friend and had called for a ride about 6 a.m., [...]
2 teens arrested after Cascade Park fight sends 15-year-old to hospital
ELYRIA — Two teenagers were arrested yesterday after they assaulted another teen at Cascade Park, sending him to the hospital. A 13-year-old is charged with assault, and a 14-year-old is charged with assault and obstructing official business. Officers were called to Cascade Park yesterday a little after 3 p.m. and found the 15-year-old victim bleeding [...]
Lorain community development director taken away in ambulance after being fired
LORAIN — Lorain’s community development director left City Hall in an ambulance this afternoon after she had a medical emergency shortly after being fired. Tracy Udrija, who had been employed since August, was fired for problems with her job performance during her probationary period, According to Director of Public Service Robert Gilchrist. Gilchrist said he [...]
Kasich administration given more than $400,000 to pay Strickland’s bills
COLUMBUS — A panel of Ohio lawmakers has decided to grant more than $400,000 to Republican Gov. John Kasich’s administration to pay bills left behind by his predecessor. The State Controlling Board approved the governor’s request at its meeting Monday. Kasich says Democrat Ted Strickland’s office left more bills than usual — some reaching back [...]
Critter Chronicles: Newton and Curious George
NEWTON Newton is a very special cat. He is super sweet and playful. Newton is able to live in a home with other mild-mannered cats even though he was diagnosed with feline immunodeficiency virus, or FIV. Before you turn away from this special guy please consider that Newton is healthy despite this condition and will [...]
Meet International Festival Irish princess Kaley Shaw
Name: Kaley Brooke Shaw Age:17 Nationality: Irish Sponsor: Knights of Columbus Listen to Kaley introduce herself in her own words: [Audio clip: view full post to listen] Parents: Brian and Maureen Shaw High School: Clearview High School Costume: “My costume has a design based on a pattern from the Renaissance Era. It is made of [...]
Police called to large disturbance in Lorain
LORAIN — A woman had to be taken to the hospital and her husband was arrested after police responded to a large disturbance last night. Donald Kimble, 37, was arrested for disorderly conduct. His wife, Rachel Kimble, 36, was taken to Mercy hospital. Her condition was not immediately available. The Police Department’s entire night shift [...]
Teen jogger says man tried to get her in his SUV
COLUMBIA TWP. — A 17-year-old girl says a man tried to lure her into his SUV while she was jogging recently. The teen told a sheriff’s deputy she was jogging on Honeysuckle Drive near Forsythia Lane about 9 p.m. Wednesday when she noticed a gray SUV. The vehicle drove past her, turned around and then [...]
Short Game Practicing
The next time you play, I want you to record how many shots you take outside of 100 yards, and record how many shots you take within 100 yards of the pin. You will immediately realize the importance of practicing your short game. If you are trying to shave strokes off of your score, then [...]
High school softball all-stars to play June 7
Thirty-six players will entertain area softball fans as they gather at Sliman’s Diamond on June 7 at 5 p.m. for the annual Lorain County senior all-star game. Midview head coach Mike Ives, along with his Middie assistants Mike Snow, Duane Sunagel and Dave DiVencenzo, will guide the Blue team against the Green team coached by [...]
All-Lorain County softball: Boros, Pond, Dagmar tops
Two pitchers and a shortstop were named Players of the Year as the Lorain County Softball Coaches Association released its all-county teams. Elyria senior pitcher Kristen Boros grabbed the top honor for Division I. Keystone junior shortstop Erin Pond came away with the Division II honor, and Black River sophomore pitcher Dagmar Smith duplicated the [...]
Indians 12, Reds 4: Asdrubal Cabrera’s huge day helps Tribe sweep
CLEVELAND — Father’s Day isn’t until June 19, but Indians shortstop Asdrubal Cabrera got a jump on the festivities Sunday afternoon at Progressive Field. After playing with his 3-year-old son, Meyer, on the field prior to the series finale against Cincinnati, Cabrera celebrated by powering the Indians to a 12-4 victory and a sweep of [...]
District baseball: Timely hitting, clutch defense propel Keystone into regional
PARMA — The applicable cliché is: They went to the well once too often. Lenny Brodnik didn’t have a good game at the plate in Keystone’s district semifinal. He went 0-for-3 and struck out twice, primarily on slow curveballs. Brodnik struck out in his first time at bat Sunday, swinging and missing at two curves. [...]
15 Minutes: Meet Special Olympian Houston Freeman
Houston Freeman Age: 16 Lives in: Oberlin Attends: Langston Middle School Pursuit: Special Olympics athlete I see you have at least one first-place ribbon, what’s it for? Running, the 25-meter dash. What do you do to psych up or get ready for a race? I warm up by running. Click here to view more photos. [...]
Tribe notes: Rookie pitcher Alex White could miss the rest of the season
CLEVELAND — Alex White’s promising debut season in the big leagues has been put on hold, possibly for the rest of the year. White, who was placed on the disabled list Saturday, is expected to miss at least two months after an MRI revealed a sprained ligament in his right middle finger. The right-hander, who [...]
Sixth Street residents upset over reckless driving in EHS lot
ELYRIA — Auditions for the latest “Fast and Furious” street-racing movie sequel aren’t taking place in the Elyria High School parking lot, which comes as a surprise to Sixth Street residents furious that their reckless driving complaints are getting nowhere fast. Residents say students regularly disregard the parking lot stop sign where Sixth Street dead-ends [...]
Ohio gas prices drop 20 cents a gallon in last week
COLUMBUS — Ohio gasoline prices have dropped more than 20 cents in the last week, providing some relief to motorists as the summer travel season approaches. Today’s survey from auto club AAA, the Oil Price Information Service and Wright Express puts the statewide average price for regular-grade gas at $3.75 a gallon, down 6 percent [...]