Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of June.
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🚧 Accidents
Three individuals who were treated after chlorine gas was released at the Akron Water Plant in Franklin Township on June 3 have been discharged from local hospitals, and safety crews are disposing of chemicals while one building remains closed.
🏥 Health
UH Portage Medical Center at 6847 N.
Chestnut St. in Ravenna will host Family Health & Safety Day on Saturday, June 6 from 9 a.m. to noon. The event offers free screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol, and glucose along with CPR training and family-friendly attractions.
🏈 Sports
The OHSAA state track and field meet, held at Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium in Columbus, runs until Sunday and featured competitive Day-1 action from local athletes including Southeast high's Julia Wheeler in the 3,200 run and Waterloo's first qualifier since 2016.
Fans can follow live updates through the event.
Southeast senior Julia Wheeler won the state title in the 3,200 on Thursday, June 4 at Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium, finishing roughly two seconds ahead of Rylie Towns — her performance capped a breakout high school career.
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