An earthquake that was originally reported in Canada, just northwest of Ottawa, left some local residents shaking in their seats.

A Senior Geologist at ODNR with OhioSei tells NewsChannel 5 the 4.4 magnitude earthquake happened shortly before 10 a.m. The earthquake was first reported as a 5.0 magnitude, but was later downgraded.

Several residents in the Cleveland area reported feeling the tremors. A woman called AkronNewsNow to report a similar story.

On the web: www.newsnet5.com

 

The Akron Zoo is celebrating its 60th anniversary. Zoo spokesman David Barnhardt says the zoo has come a long way in the past 60 years. This weekend, guests can take a trip down memory lane.

"A new sign just went up yesterday on the front plaza and it's a walk down memory lane. It takes you through the early years," said Barnhardt.

The zoo first opened its doors on May 17, 1953. Visitors born in 1953 or before can get in the zoo for only 60 cents through the weekend.

David Barnhardt Talks To WAKR's Ray Horner

Adding to the zoo's history, the Mike and Mary Stark Grizzly Ridge is set to open on July 20th featuring an aviary exhibit, otters and bears.

"It will be one of our largest openings in the history of the zoo."

The zoo is also asking visitors to share their fondest memories of the zoo by capturing their stories on video.

On the web: www.akronzoo.org

Big name stores are always pushing items used to hold your hair tools. Why spend $30 when you can make your own and even personalize it with your favorite color. A PVC pipe is perfect to hold a hair dryer and straightner.
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Paint some large rocks and write the names of each fruit or vegetable you plan to grow in your garden. Great way to get the kids involved - plus it helps you keep everything organized.
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The possibilities are endless....
Using chalkboard can help make any normal household item or gift fun. This picture belows shows a a fun way to personalize the stems of glasses.
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Update 7:36 a.m.

The Stark County Sheriff's Office says missing adult Bert Patterson Campbell of Homeworth  has been found just after 7a.m. Thursday morning. The 82-year-old was deemed to be OK and was released to his family.

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A missing adult alert has been issued for an 82-year-old Stark County man.

Ben Patterson Campbell was last seen at his residence in Homeworth around 6 p.m Wednesday.

Authorities say Campbell suffers from Alzheimer's Disease. He's a white male, about 5' 8" tall, weighs 160 lbs, has gray hair and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing a red flannel shirt with a tee shirt and blue jeans and black shoes.

The vehicle he is believed to be in is a gray Ford F-150 with Ohio license plate number PEJ8148.

A picture can be found on AkronNewsNow.com.

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News release: A Missing Adult Alert has been issued by the Stark County Sheriff for Stark County along with the following regions: East Central Ohio, which includes the following counties: Carroll, Coshocton, Guernsey, Holmes, Portage, Stark, Summit, Tuscarawas, and Wayne.

Information as of: May 16, 2013 at 1:50 AM

Be on the lookout for a missing adult. On May 15, 2013 at 6:00 PM, Mr. Campbell was last seen on May 15, 2013 at 6:00 pm at his residence and has not returned.

The incident took place in Stark County, OH Union Avenue North East in the city of Homeworth.

The adult's name is Bert Patterson Campbell and the individual is missing. The adult is a White male, age 82, is 5'8" tall, weighs 160 lbs, has gray hair, and has blue eyes. Mr. Campbell was last seen wearing a red flannel shirt with a tee shirt and blue jeans and black shoes. Mr. Campbell suffers from Alzheimers.

The vehicle involved is a gray 2004 2004 F150 with OH plate number PEJ8148. Mr. Campbell's drives an extended cab Ford F150 .

Call or dial 911 if you see the adult or the vehicle. You can also call 1-866-693-9171 to be transferred directly to the investigating law enforcement agency or to hear the alert information.

To view photographs, visit the Endangered Missing Adult Alert website at: http://www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/Law-Enforcement/Local-Law-Enforcement/Missing-Adult-Alert

To unsubscribe reply to this email with "unsubscribe" as the subject or call (800) 325-5604.

Confusion surrounding the federal Affordable Care Act has given scam artists a new angle to try and steal personal information.

Lt. Gov. Mary Taylor says the scammers call up residents and claim they are helping them through the process of the health insurance exchanges.

"We are not aware of any federal or state agency that would or should be calling individual consumers asking for that type of private information over the phone that's related to the ACA," said Taylor.

Open enrollment for the exchange isn't set up to happen until October 1.

"The federal government is running the exchange in Ohio and under the federal rules starting October 1, consumers in Ohio will be able to get onto the exchange and make decisions about the type of health insurance the want starting in January."

Taylor says beware of suspicious or confusing phone calls where representatives are asking for personal information.

DNA evidence helped authorities link two men to a robbery in Green that happened in late March.

The Summit County Sheriff's Office reports Kenneth Simmons, 19, and David Murren III, 19, both of Green, were charged with aggravated robbery in connection with the robbery at Thomas' Drive Thru on South Arlington Road.

Authorities say two masked men robbed two employees at the store and fled with their cell phones and cash.

DNA evidence was taken from the crime scene and sent to the BCI Laboratory in Richfield. The results of the test matched the DNA of an individual in the database.

When deputies searched Murren's residence, they found additional evidence and arrested 18-year-old Brian Rubino of Springfield who was found in possession of hash oil, drug paraphernalia, and currency.

Simmons, Murren, and Rubino were taken to the Summit County Jail.

A three-car crash on SR 14 in Streetsboro sent three drivers to the hospital Friday morning.

Streetsboro police say a car, driven by Bruce Max, 22, of Kent, crossed over into the opposite direction of traffic and struck two vehicles in front of Home Depot before the Ohio Turnpike around 6 a.m.

Max and the drivers of the two vehicles, Erica Lincoln, 29, of Streetsboro and Jessica Long, 33, were taken to area hospitals with non-life threatening injuries.

The crash is still under investigation and no charges have been filed at this time.

Traffic was backed up past SR 43 for about an hour until crews cleared the accident.

Richfield police say the driver of a semi-truck that overturned on Interstate 271 was flown to a local hospital early Friday morning.

The Ohio Department of Transportation reported the closure of the ramp from I-271 north to I-77 N around 4 a.m. Crews also closed the ramp from I-77 north to I-271 north.

The condition of the driver is not known at this time.

The semi-truck lost its load of hot dogs when it overturned on the roadway.

One lane of traffic reopened after 9 a.m., according to Richfield police.