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News Headlines for Friday, May 2
POSSIBLE STORMY WEATHER
Another day, another chance for some unsettled weather. The National Weather Service said showers and storms are likely, with some severe storms possible with damaging winds being the primary threat. Some large hail cannot be ruled out.
LCSO IS LOOKING FOR WOMAN
The Licking County Sheriff's Office is asking for help in locating a 44-year-old woman. Lisa Miller, is wanted for failing to register her address. If you have any information on her whereabouts contact your local law enforcement agency.
COURTROOM REDEDICATION
A rededication ceremony was held Thursday for the newly renovated West Courtroom at the historic Licking County Courthouse.
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Judge Thomas Marcelain was among the many dignitaries who took part in the ceremony.
FUNERAL SERVICES FOR TIM CARR
Funeral services will be held Saturday for Tim Carr, who served on both the Newark and C-TEC school boards. Carr, 62, passed away Monday. Calling hours will be held today from 3:00-7:00 p.m. and again Saturday from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at Northside Baptist Church in Newark. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 11:00 a.m. at the church.
UNIVERSAL MEALS
A bipartisan bill in the Ohio Senate could provide free breakfast and lunch to all K–12 public and chartered nonpublic school students. Supporters say universal meals help kids stay focused, reduce stigma and ease financial pressure on families. Nick Bates with Hunger Network in Ohio says the concept isn’t new since there were universal school meals during the pandemic.
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Senate Bill 109 is currently under review in the Finance Committee. If included in the upcoming state budget, the initiative would allocate $300 million to fund the program.
FARMERS MARKETS
It's opening weekend for several local farmers markets. The Farmers Market at the Canal Market District Farmers Market in downtown Newark will kick off its season today from 4:00-7:00 p.m. Saturday, the Granville Farmers Market will be up and running from 8:30am-12:00pm at Raccoon Valley Park off River Road.