Puzder withdraws as labor secretary nominee amid GOP opposition
Andy Puzder chief executive of CRE Restaurants withdraws his nomination to lead the Labor Department amid Republican opposition and controversy over past allegations. He cited family discussions and endorsement of the president’s team while noting support for Trump. The move follows Flynn's resignation and other GOP concerns about cabinet picks.
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White House
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Maine
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Predicting autism in toddlers from infant brain growth
Researchers at the University of Minnesota report that measuring brain growth in infants may forecast autism risk by age two. Using MRI scans at 6, 12, and 24 months, they found excess brain growth between six and 12 months predicted autism with about 80 percent accuracy in a high risk group, while predicting non autism with about 89 percent accuracy, highlighting early intervention potential.
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Petitions seek equity and fiscal responsibility in ACSD
Two petitions circulate in Athens urging district action on school facilities. One supports maintaining current buildings. the other pushes for equity and modern, safe campuses with better services. About 100 signatures gathered. committee adds a final session Feb 27 at 6 p.m. Views from Amber Duff Barbara Stout and others highlight balancing small neighborhood schools with sustainable funding.
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County balks at ballot wording in bond issue tax levy push
County officials debated ballot language for a bond issue tied to a tax levy. Deputy Director Robson said language was correct but filed on a tax levy form, prompting concerns about accuracy and ballot placement. Committee members weighed refile options, security of the measure, and potential August elections if May ballots are unavailable.
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Thio Stanley
Paulding County
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Sheriff seeks bond approval delayed to November election
Sheriff Ihle and officials explain delaying the levy to November gives time to refine ballot language and educate voters about a proposed 71 bed administrative and correctional facility. The process will begin with a letter to the commissioners, then auditor certification, then a resolution to place the issue on the ballot. Community meetings are planned to discuss funding and tax impact.
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Tax case on Richland Avenue apartments continues in Athens
Athens City School District and Athens Two filed complaints with the Athens County Board of Revision challenging a $12.6 million market value for the Richland Avenue apartments and seeking a rise to $48.98 million. Coates Run Property, owner, cross claimed the value should not change. The Board of Revision comprises the county auditor, treasurer, and county commission president, though Lenny Eliason did not participate in a June hearing. An attorney for Coates Run said the 2012 purchase was for the business owning the apartments and thus the SEC value reflected the business, not just the property. The sale timing caused the county to overlook the sale, boosting market value to $29.5 million, making taxable value about $10.3 million for 2015 and 2016.
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Darrell Puckett, Dalhart, veteran and model railroader, dies
Darrell G. Puckett of Dalhart Texas died February 10 2017 born December 24 1943 in Dalhart He served twenty years in the USAF as an electronics engineer and procurement and reconnaissance specialist during the Vietnam War He is survived by wife Jeannette daughter Leith Ann Murph husband Scott granddaughter Amanda Housand husband Glen great granddaughter Aubrey Claire Housand sister Annie Plummer husband Mitty sister Gail Mower and others A private family service will be held later Also noted is Nelsonville Ohio resident Richard Kline who died February 1 2017 with graveside services February 18 in Greenlawn Cemetery Nelsonville Ohio Funeral arrangements by Warren Brown Funeral Home Nelsonville
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Warren-Brown Funeral Home
Obituary Archive Prompt From Athens Messenger Site
An online notice invites readers to view an archive of Athens Messenger obituaries at athensmessenger.com. It directs users to click on the obituaries section for access.
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