Part 2: Spanos speaks out for first time following mayor’s harassment allegations

This article is Part Two of this series. Click here for Part One. On August 16, 2023, Elyria's Chronicle-Telegram published the article, Elyria Wastewater Department employee accused of harassing mayor, children at city walking tour. Carl Spanos, City of Elyria employee for 18 years, was named in the front page story. The article cited a … Continue reading Part 2: Spanos speaks out for first time following mayor’s harassment allegations

Matthews’ Associates Recall Years of Deadly Cancer Diagnoses

On February 2nd, 2022 the Pioneer Fire District Board of Directors announced that Chief Mark Matthews is "out on medical leave and will not be returning." This is the second time in his career Matthews left his position citing health issues, a topic he speaks of often. In October 2017 Matthews resigned as the fire … Continue reading Matthews’ Associates Recall Years of Deadly Cancer Diagnoses

First Report of Caldori Fire: Travis Shane Smith’s 911 Call

EDIT: A portion of the 911 call has been edited to redact personal information. At approximately 6:49 p.m. on August 14 2021, Travis Shane Smith calls 911 to report seeing a wildfire. He is connected to California Highway Patrol. As CHP connects Smith with fire service dispatch at Camino the recording begins. You can listen … Continue reading First Report of Caldori Fire: Travis Shane Smith’s 911 Call