š± How East Palestineās viral kid driver became a record-breaking Bulldog
East Palestine, Ohio Patch AM: a 4 min readHi there, East Palestine! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. āļøļø
In today's newsletter:
- How East Palestineās viral kid driver became a record-breaking Bulldog
- How a new industrial park could reshape East Palestineās future
- Why a 49ers owner ended up arrested in East Palestine
Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? š¤ (Answer below!)
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š° News we're reading
1. Bulldog star hungry for a victory (morningjournalnews.com) ā East Palestine senior receiver RJ May, once known nationally for an eight-year-oldās late-night drive to the local McDonaldās, is now rewriting the Bulldogsā football record book. Balancing school, fatherhood, and a job at that same McDonaldās, heās become a key playmaker for the 4-2 Bulldogs. Tonight, East Palestine hosts United in a crucial matchup of EOAC unbeatens that could define the season. 
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2. Port Authority Advances Plans for East Palestine Industrial Park (businessjournaldaily.com) ā Plans for a new industrial park just outside East Palestine are moving ahead, with the Columbiana County Port Authority voting to buy 85 acres and seek grants that would upgrade village sewer lines. Local leaders expect on-site work to take several years, with the park potentially ready for tenants by 2028. The board also highlighted strong interest in downtown renovation and signage programs that could benefit East Palestine businesses. Ā Ā Ā
3. 49ers owner Jed York suspended for 6 games, fined $500K after his arrest in prostitution sting (sandiegouniontribune.com) ā Jed Yorkās recent legal trouble has a direct tie to East Palestine, where he was arrested in a mobile-home park during an Ohio prostitution sting, leading to a six-game NFL suspension and a $500,000 fine. The article details his no-contest plea, public apology, and how his temporary absence is affecting 49ers operations and leadership. Ā Ā Ā
4. NFL suspends 49ers owner Jed York for six games for prostitution sting arrest (modbee.com) ā An NFL investigation found that 49ers owner Jed York violated the leagueās personal conduct policy after his August arrest in a prostitution sting at a mobile home park in East Palestine. York accepted a six-game suspension and $500,000 fine, saying he takes full responsibility and hopes to regain trust. The case has drawn national attention to the village because of his high-profile role. Ā Ā Ā
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JV Football @ Springfield
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Emerson Day on Stage ā
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Athletix, 613 State Route 7, Columbiana
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F/JV/V Volleyball vs Mineral Ridge
Crestview Local Columbiana, OH 44408
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MS Volleyball vs Newton Falls
Crestview Local Columbiana, OH 44408
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Varsity Girls Soccer vs United - Senior Night (Rebel Stadium)
Crestview Local Columbiana, OH 44408
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Columbiana OH
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What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Driveline posted a job opening for Flex Merchandiser in East Palestine. Apply here.
- Dollar General posted a job opening for ASST STORE MGR in EAST PALESTINE OH S22289 in East Palestine. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near East Palestine here.
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