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News Headlines for Friday, May 22

Soposki Family Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit

A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed by the family of three people killed in a fiery crash on Interstate 71 in Delaware County in April. Luke, Lynnea Soposki, and their one year old were hit from behind while sitting in construction traffic on I-71. The semi driver Modou Ngom is accused of neglect in a crash that could have been prevented.

Operation Spring Cleaning

A week long human trafficking sting has arrested more than 100 people across the state. Attorney General Dave Yost announced that Operation Spring Cleaning was a success, leading to 122 total arrests and several warrants issued to area massage parlors.

Lucky's Market Granville Is Open For Business

Today is opening day for former Ross’ Granville Market now rebranded as Lucky’s Market Granville 484 South Main Street. The Ross family decided to sell the store because the siblings who owned it are all at or beyond retirement age. The Saltzman family of Cleveland own Lucky’s Markets, with five Lucky’s stores in Ohio.

Unemployment Numbers Are In

Ohioans filed 5,654 initial unemployment claims last week, which was 937 more than the previous week, according to the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. Ohio’s unemployment rate in March was 4.1% compared to the national average of 4.3%.

Fallen Heroes Honored At The Statehouse

The annual memorial wreath laying ceremony took place yesterday at the Ohio Statehouse. Gov. Dewine and Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel honored Ohio service members who lost their lives while serving their country. The ceremony also paid tribute to the three members of the Ohio Air National Guard’s 121st air refueling wing who where killed during Operation Epic Fury earlier this year.

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