Blood Donations, Super Bowl Tickets + Booster Shots In Avon

Good day, neighbors! Middle of the week, folks. Let's see what's happening in Avon and Avon Lake.

First, today's weather:

Partly sunny; breezy, colder. High: 30 Low: 24.

Here are the top stories today in Avon-Avon Lake:

1. New radios — that's what Lorain County fire chiefs want for Christmas. (The Morning Journal)
2. The American Red Cross is offering blood and plasma donors a chance to win tickets to the Super Bowl and a home theater package during January. (Avon-Avon Lake Patch)
3. Booster shots, available at pharmacies/clinics in Avon and Avon Lake, are the best defense against COVID-19 illnesses as the omicron variant of the coronavirus spreads across the country, according to health officials. (Avon-Avon Lake Patch)

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From my notebook:

• Avon Lake Wrestling Club: "Congratulations to the Learwood team on their 4th place finish at the Vermilion Sailorway Duels Special recognition to Braden Patterson, Nate Greiger and Abe Gill on going 5-0 on the day! Patterson won all 5 by pin!!!!! ⚓️ #ShoremenAreAl..." (Facebook)
• Avon Lake Public Library: "Winter break is only a few short days away, but luckily the Library is always ready for readers, young and old, with a wide selection of books, movies, and more to make the season bright. While you're here visit the beautiful bulletin bo..." (Facebook)
• Support Avon Schools: "'Tis the season for possible school closings. Link below provides info on the district's protocol for calamity days/school closings. Please make sure your contact info on file in the district is updated/correct. https://www.avonlocalscho..." (Facebook)

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