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Maxwell Moldovan highlights field for 2024 Ohio Open Golf Championship at Westfield

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June 29, 2024

Maxwell Moldovan highlights field for 2024 Ohio Open Golf Championship at Westfield

WESTFIELD CENTER — Newly turned professional Maxwell Moldovan and 11 returning champions highlight the 288-golfer field for the 103rd Ohio Open, which begins Monday at Westfield Country Club’s North and South courses.

The 54-hole, stroke-play event, conducted by the Northern Ohio PGA, runs through Wednesday. A cut of the top 60 and ties will occur after the second round.

The 22-year-old Moldovan recently ended an outstanding four-year career at Ohio State, helping the Buckeyes to a tie for third place in the NCAA championships. A four-time All-Big Ten selection and two-time All-American, Moldovan owns the lowest career scoring average (71.25) in Ohio State history.

The Green High School product has played two events on the PGA Americas Tour so far, missing the cut in both. He played in his third straight U.S. Open when he competed at Pinehurst No. 2 two weeks ago.

Among the 11 returning Ohio Open champions are reigning champ Michael Balcar and Lake High School alum Jake McBride.

Balcar, a Toledo native and Cleveland State graduate, shot a 14-under 196 last year to set a scoring record for Ohio Opens at Westfield. He was one stroke better than Cade Breitenstine, a Green High School and Kent State graduate.

McBride, who played collegiately at North Carolina State, won the 2021 Ohio Open by beating Northwest High School and Malone University product Justin Lower on the first playoff hole. Lower, a two-time Ohio Open winner (2012, 2015), now is in his third season playing on the PGA Tour.

Other notables in the field this year are reigning Ohio Amateur champion Andrew Bailey; three-time Ohio Open champ and five-time Ohio Senior Open winner Bob Sowards; three-time Ohio Open champ Rob Moss; and the most recent back-to-back winner, Stephen Gangluff (2018-19).

Three women also will tee it up in the event. They are Tannenhauf Golf Club head professional Mary Suitca, Northern Kentucky head coach Melissa Yeazell and 2023 OHSAA Division I state runner-up Isabella Goyette from Highland.

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Ohio State Buckeyes Key 2025 Defensive Target Sets Commitment Date

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July 1, 2024

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Ohio State Buckeyes Key 2025 Defensive Target Sets Commitment Date

The Ohio State Buckeyes are still hoping to gain a commitment from a key pass-rusher target in the 2025 recruiting class.

While the Buckeyes have already earned the No. 1 ranking by many for their 2025 class, they are still looking to get better. Damien Shanklin is a name that they are still waiting to get a decision from.

Shanklin has now announced when he will announce his commitment.

Ohio State will not have to wait much longer. Shanklin has stated that he will be making his commitment announcement on July 5th.

I will be committing on Instagram live
July 5th @5:30 EST
IG: Damegotfanz_
— Damien “Dame” Shanklin (@D_shanklin42) June 30, 2024

Standing in at 6-foot-5 and 235 pounds, the four-star edge rusher from Warren Central High School in Indianapolis, Indiana has tremendous potential. He could end up developing into a legitimate NFL talent if he reaches his ceiling.

While the Buckeyes feel that they have a good shot at landing a commitment from Shanklin and are in his top three final schools, the other two schools involved are massive threats.

He is considering offers from both Alabama and LSU. Shanklin is picking from three legitimate teams that could offer him a chance to compete for a National Championship and give him a good chance to develop into an NFL talent.

All of that being said, it will be interesting to see what decisions Shanklin makes. He would be a great addition to the Ohio State recruiting class.

Make sure to stay tuned on July 5th at 5:30 p.m. EST. All Buckeyes fans are going to be waiting anxiously to see what the young pass-rusher decides.

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Northeast Ohio Weather: Sunny and cool today

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July 1, 2024

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Northeast Ohio Weather: Sunny and cool today

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – Big Canadian high pressure system continues to build into Ohio. Bust out the shades today as it will be bright. It remains cooler than normal, however, with high temperatures in the 71 to 76 degree range. A clear sky tonight with overnight temperatures slipping into the 50s.

Warmer air builds in tomorrow with a sunny to partly cloudy sky. Afternoon temperatures back in the 80s. Humidity levels begin to go up Tuesday night.

A very warm and humid day Wednesday as the next front approaches. Temperatures rise close to 90 degrees in many towns. Thunderstorms are in the forecast from west to east Wednesday afternoon and night.

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4th of July fireworks displays in NE Ohio

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15 hours ago

June 30, 2024

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4th of July fireworks displays in NE Ohio

Northeast Ohio (WOIO) – The Fourth of July is fast approaching this Thursday and several northeast Ohio towns, cities, and counties are celebrating with fireworks displays.

Here are some of the fireworks near you:

Cuyahoga County

Bay Village
- Time: Thursday, 9:45 p.m.
- Location: Bay Village Cahoon Memorial Park
Berea
- Time: Thursday, 10 p.m.
- Location: Over the water at Coe Lake
Cleveland
- Time: Thursday, 9 p.m.
- Location: Port of Cleveland
Lakewood
- Time: Thursday, 9:45 p.m.
- Location: Lakewood Park
Westlake
- Time: Thursday at dusk
- Location: Clague Park

Ashland County

Ashland
- Time: Thursday, 9:45 p.m.
- Location: Community Stadium
Loudonville
- Time: Thursday, 9 p.m.
- Location: Riverside Park

Ashtabula County

Conneaut
- Time: Saturday, 10 p.m.
- Location: Lakeview Park

Carroll County

Carrollton
- Time: Friday, event from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.
- Location: Carroll County Fairgrounds

Erie County

Sandusky (Cedar Point)
- Time: Thursday and Friday, 10 p.m.
- Location: Cedar Point Beach

Geauga County

Middlefield
- Time: Wednesday, 8:30 p.m.
- Location: Yoder Brother Park

Lake County

Eastlake (Lake County Captains)
- Time: Thursday, following 7 p.m. game
- Location: Classic Auto Group Park
Mentor
- Time: Thursday, following concert at 6:30 p.m.
- Location: Mentor Civic Amphitheater

Lorain County

Avon Lake
- Time: Wednesday, 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
- Location: Weiss Field
Lorain
- Time: Thursday, 10 p.m.
- Location: Mile-Long Pier
North Ridgeville
- Time: Wednesday, 10 p.m.
- Location: Victory Park Ohio

Medina County

Medina
- Time: Wednesday at dusk
- Location: Medina High School
Valley City
- Time: Thursday at dusk
- Location: Mill Stream Park
Wadsworth
- Time: Wednesday, 6 p.m. to dark
- Location: Downtown Wadsworth

Portage County

Aurora
- Time: Thursday, 9:45 p.m.
- Location: W. Pioneer Trail
Hiram
- Time: Wednesday, 9:30 p.m.
- Location: Hiram College Football Field
Kent
- Time: Saturday at dark
- Location: Downtown Kent

Richland County

Mansfield
- Time: Saturday at dusk
- Location: Charles Mill Park

Stark County

Alliance
- Time: Thursday at dusk
- Location: Silver Park
Canton
- Time: Wednesday, 9:45 p.m.
- Location: McKinley Presidential Library and Museum
Canton (Italian American Festival)
- Time: Saturday, 9:30 p.m.
- Location: Centennial Plaza
Lake Cable (Canton)
- Time: Wednesday, 9:30 p.m.
- Location: Lake Cable Clubhouse
Massillon
- Time: Wednesday, 9:45 p.m.
- Location: Duncan Plaza
North Canton
- Time: Thursday at dusk
- Location: Hoover High School

Summit County

Akron
- Time: Thursday, 9:45 p.m.
- Location: Lock 3
Akron (Rubberducks)
- Time: Wednesday, game begins at 7:05 p.m.
- Location: Canal Park
Cuyahoga Falls
- Time: Wednesday, 8 p.m.
- Location: Blossom Music Center