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	Operation Lifesaver by Andrew Dolph May 16, 2007- The Operation Lifesaver Train traveled through Summit and Medina Counties today. Its primary mission is to educate citizens about the dangers of trains and promote safe practices when approaching any rail crossing. Follow Lt. Josh Swindell, Medina Post Commander of the Ohio State Patrol, as he and other law enforcement agency officials conduct operations from Wheeling & Lake Erie operated engine.	Joe of all Trades by Bridget Commisso

Annie Get Your Gun by Bridget Commisso Medina High School presents Irvin Berlin's "Annie Get Your Gun."	The Game That Never Was by Andrew Dolph Fresh off the season that never should have been came the home opener that never was. Although it probably shouldn’t have started to begin with, the way crew chief Rick Reed handled Friday’s home opener at Jacobs Field is an injustice to the word poor. The game started an hour late and came with a total of four snow delays. That’s not the problem. The problem was the way the whole thing ended.	Fish Fry by Andrew Dolph March 26, 2007 - The observance of Lent with a Friday fish fry is a family affair at Emmanuel United Church of Christ, in Valley City. Doris Nolan and Betty Schneider, both 76 and lifetime residents of Valley City have organized the event for nearly forty years.

The Final Showdown by Bridget Commisso March 13, 2007 - The sites, sounds and thrills of the state wrestling championship.	On Wrestling by Andrew Dolph March 2, 2007 - Brothers Danny and Derek Foore started wrestling in kindergarten. Both will be competing alongside one another for the last time, at the 70th Ohio State Championship Wrestling Tournament, at Value City Arena, in Columbus, Ohio. Danny, Derek, and their coach, John Gramuglia, reflect upon wrestling from the 2007 Division I Massillon Perry Final Pairings, on Saturday, January 24, 2007.	Valentines Day by Shirley Ware & Bridget Commisso Feb 14, 2007 - Couples persevere blizzard conditions to get married on Valentines Day.

21st Grizzly Invitational Tournament by Rami Daud Jan. 3 , 2006 - A look into what made this years 171 weight class competition between Wadsworth's Derek Foore and Dustin Kilgore of Berea a fan favorite. Audio features commentary from Medina Gazette staff writer Brad Bournival and Foore's coach John Gramuglia.	Lawrence Bartter: "Heart of a Poet" by Shirley Ware Jan. 2, 2007 - Meet lawrence Bartter, a Medina County resident with a unique gift born out of the nessecity to be heard.	For the Love of Rob by Shirley Ware Dec. 22, 2006 - Since the death of her husband, Marguerite Watson has been sole caretaker for her severely autistic adult son Robert. Their life together is filled with love and caring but she is concerned what the future holds for him. Marguerite is an accomplished poet that uses her gift to help her cope with her daily struggles.

Sold! by Bridget Commisso Dec. 19, 2006 - The Permold piece documents almost 7 years of vandalism to what use to be a thriving business in theMedina community.	On the prowl for toys by Shirley Ware Dec. 13, 2006 - Underprivileged kids have a field day at Wal-Mart with officers, dispatchers who took part in store's Shop With a Cop program.	CATS Deli by Bridget Commisso Dec. 7, 2006 - A look into what makes CATS Deli so special.

OHSAA Division I Regional Semifinal by Andrew Dolph Nov. 30, 2006 - Audio track gratiously provided by John Wasylko, Community Relations at the Brunswick City School District. The audio track is a recording of the BHS Marching Blue Devils playing "The Wall", music of Pink Floyd, at the Bands of America Grand National Championships 2006, at the RCA Dome, Indianapolis, IN. The Blue Devils are under the direction of Jay Wardesk.	Hamrick Truck Driving School by Rami Daud Nov. 15, 2006 - Meet a Hamrick Truck Driving School instructor and student in the multimedia piece and discover what it takes to become a truck driver.	Brenda and Richard by Andrew Dolph Oct 13, 2006 - Richard Noyes and Brenda Steadman walked to Medina in late summer on state Route 18 after their daughter was taken into custody by Summit County Children Services. Their stop here was just the latest in a ten-year, cross-country journey that took Richard, Brenda and their now-15-year-old daughter from Washington to Wisconsin to New Hampshire, putting her in at least 13 school districts.

Election Night 2006 by Medina Photo Staff Nov. 8, 2006 - A collection of photos from Election Day, Tuesday, November 7, 2006.	Medina versus Brunswick by Medina Photo Staff Nov. 5 , 2006 - Multimedia presentation of this weekend's quarter-final showdown between the Medina Bees and the Brunswick Blue Devils. The undefeted Blue Devils walked away with the win, finishing the game with 34 points versus Medina's 20.	The Diesch Brothers, and "The Clipper" by Andrew Dolph Oct 30, 2006 - The story of Gene and Gary Diesch began with a phone call into the newsroom. On the other end was a local farmer asking if anyone was interested in seeing how wheat is cleaned 'the old fashioned way'.

Issues 2006: Smoking Ban Bridget Commisso Oct 24, 2006 - Take some time to learn a little about issues 4 and 5.	Issues 2006: The Medina County Home by Rami Daud Oct 16, 2006 - This is the 1st part of our "Issues 2006" series, where we aim to take a closer look at some of the issues facing Medina county voters this fall. A levy supporting the Medina County home is on this years ballot. This presentation takes a look at what the county home means to its residents.	Cloverleaf v. Wadsworth Friday Night Lights by Rami Daud Sept 29, 2006 - Sights and sound from Friday Nights Cloverleaf v. Wadsworth pre-game with audio from the Cloverleaf locker room.

Elyria v. Brunswick Friday Night Lights by Andrew Dolph, Rami Daud & Liz Russell Sept 22, 2006 - In a much anticipated rematch between the No. 1 Elyria Pioneers (4-0, 1-0) and N0. 2 Brunswick Blue Devils (4-0, 1-0), both teams clashed for a thrilling upset over Elyria 35-34.	Lodi Railroad Depot by Bridget Commisso Sept 22, 2006 - Members of the Lodi Railroad Museum are working to preserve the railroad depot on Railroad St. in Lodi. The building was built in 1909, but it hasn't been used regularly since 1990.	Old Fasioned Ice Cream by Shirley Ware Sept 22, 2006 - Neva Bournival with her neice Kendalle Millner keep family tradition alive by making home-made ice cream in Neva's Litchfield Township home.

Strongsville Friday Night Lights by Andrew Dolph Sept 15, 2006 - "Their winning streak against Medina in danger of not reaching legal adulthood, the members of Strongsville's football team decided at halftime to play like men." - Read the Article by Rick Noland, Assistant Sports Editor	Paintball Zone by Rami Daud Sept 13, 2006 - The Medina high school wrestling team visits the newest paint-ball field in Medina County, Paintball Zone in Litchfield.	Ohio Friday Night Lights by Rami Daud & Andrew Dolph Sept 8, 2006 - Friday night prep football is a long-standing tradition in America. The rivalry between Medina High School and Wadsworth brings communities together from all over the county. For some fans, it's an opportunity to socialize, and for others, it's a chance to rekindle old memories from an alma matter.

Special: Westield Jr. PGA by Medina Photo Staff August 2006 - Daily coverage of this years Jr. PGA Championship held at the Westfield Country Club. This package includes 8 multimedia stories and a daily blog.	Special: Medina County Fair by Medina Photo Staff July 30 - Aug 6, 2006 - Daily coverage of this years Medina County Fair. This package includes 9 multimedia stories and a daily blog.	A Prayer for Pearlington by Bridget Commisso August 23, 2006 - Pearlington, Mississippi was devastated by Hurricane Katrina, but their faith in God helped lift them up.

Buckin' Ohio Bull Riding Series by Rami Daud August 21, 2006 - Images from the Buckin' Ohio Bull Riding Series, with a few words from Saturday nights, 22-year old winning bull-rider, Chance Riley of Seville.	A helping hand for Painesville by Bridget Commisso August 5, 2006 - The City of Medina reached out to residents of Painesville, after a flood destroyed several homes.	Hot Dog! by Rami Daud July 27, 2006 - Dan's Dogs first annual Hot Dog Eating Contest photo slide show.

Library Entertainer by Matthew Hovis July 13, 2006 - On this special day at the Medina District Library local entertainer Bob Durante, owner of Zap Entertainment, performed magic tricks and made balloon sculptures for kids of all ages.	Rescue from the Shelter by Matthew Hovis Ginger the Pomeranian was taken into the Medina County Animal Shelter as a stray a few weeks ago. She was quarantined for ten days, and screened for rabies after biting a shelter employee.	Trans Ohio Bicycle Riders stop at Medina High School by Matthew Hovis Bicycle riders from the trans-Ohio bicycle ride called "XOBA" stopped in at Medina High School on July 25th on their way across the state.

106th Birthday! by Matthew Hovis Medina Meadows resident Helen Monegan will be celebrating her 106th birthday on July 26, 2006. Here is a brief interview with her as she recalls what it has been like to live so long.	The Schoolhouse Preservation Project (Part1) by Matthew Hovis The Brunswick Historical Society is embarking on a new project. They have recently purchased one of the few remaining one-room school houses in Brunswick and they plan on moving it to a new location to be preserved. We will follow them through the moving process.	A Covenant Life by Bridget Commisso A glimpse into a world dedicated to God and Prayer.

Drum Circle by Matthew Hovis July 12, 2006 - A brief look into a drum circle that was held at the Medina Public Square gazebo as part of the Medina Summer Arts Festival. The featured artist Wednesday was Jeff Wolfe, a percussionist from Brunswick, and the event was sponsored by the Medina County Arts Council.	Walking to Ground Zero by Matthew Hovis A group of four boys from Toledo are walking to the former location of the World Trade Center in New York City to raise money for the September 11th memorial. Today they passed through Medina City on West Liberty street.	Sharon Elementary by Shirley Ware & Andy Wrobel The fourth grade photo club at Sharon Elementary share their work.

Vacation Bible School by Bridget Commisso June 29, 2006 - Vacation bible school at the United Church of Christ in Brunswick. The theme, Gods light shining through	Fishing on Hinckley Lake by Matthew Hovis Dick Marcus 68, from Parma, talks about fishing at Hinckley Lake on a cool summer day during the last week of July 2006.	This Weeks Weather July 17-21 2006 by Matthew Hovis A "word on the street" style report on the week's weather. This week we go to the Hinckley Metropark Reservation Ledge Pool and find out how people are dealing with the heat wave.