Trump victory reshapes Congress and policy outlook
The article notes Trump’s win with Republicans controlling Congress, promising major policy shifts. It cites investor fears over economy and trade, immigration backlash, and calls for tax and healthcare changes. It references Clinton supporters’ bleak mood and mixed down-ballot implications in Georgia and Utah.
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Edwards Grace race ends in Appalachian edge win
In a tight 94th District contest Jay Edwards won with strong Meigs and Washington County margins while Grace acknowledged a positive campaign experience. Edwards pledged to form an Appalachian Caucus to address regional issues and praised voters and party supporters for their backing.
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Athens City School District levy vote outcome and next steps
Alexander's operating levy failed in Athens County 1.945 to 2.49, with Meigs County 213 to 305 and Vinton County 13 to 4 in favor. Board faces budget cuts in transportation and personnel, Supt. Lindy Douglas says a second levy will be asked again next spring. The district projected a deficit of 926,375 without the levy, a surplus of 2.3 million if approved. Fred Davis notes repeated defeats but pledges continued focus on student needs.
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Athens to use income tax for streets and safety upgrades
TAX expresses satisfaction with results and highlights an income tax as a path to fund city improvements. Patterson notes funds could repair streets water sewer and municipal buildings with priority on street work and enhanced safety services. He envisions Athens attracting new business and residents, making the city a Southeast Ohio gem.
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Obituary notes for Dana Hunter and Esther Hoyd Reeves
Dana Lee Hunter, 84, of Athens and Nelsonville, born January 3 1932, died November 5 2016. Survived by wife Golda. sons Gary Mike Glen. grandchildren Joey Mandy. great grandchild. stepchildren George Fauna. Navy veteran, tool engineer, OH University custodian, active church and AMVETS member. Service November 9 at Warren Brown Funeral Home with military graveside at New Marshfield Cemetery. Esther Irene Hoyd Reeves, 91, of McArthur, died November 7 2016. Born May 11 1925 to Harley and Myra Hoyd. survived by son Richard Reeves and daughters Linda Peoples Betty Hummel. 32 grandchildren. funeral Thursday at Bigo ny Jordan Funeral Home with burial Temple Cemetery.
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Spreading Oaks Village dispute and Plains traffic stop
At Spreading Oaks Village two people argued over political literature and refused to leave when asked. parties were told to depart and no further action was taken. At Connett Road The Plains a traffic stop by Athens County Criminal Interdiction Unit cited driver Robert Scott for a suspended license and drug paraphernalia. passenger Jennifer Meadows, 36, of Guysville, had an active warrant for contributing to the delinquency of a minor and was arrested and jailed.
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Ohio Lotters Tuesday Picks and Patrol Report
Ohio lottery numbers listed for Tuesday and Monday incident in New Marshfield where deputies patrolled Long Street through the night after a resident reported possible garage access attempt. no suspicious activity found.
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Portman Wins Second Term Over Strickland in Ohio
Portman defeated Strickland to win a second Senate term in Ohio. Strickland blamed the Great Recession for job losses during his governorship and praised efforts to restart the economy. Portman highlighted anti heroin work and ran a tech-forward, well funded campaign with strong ground operations.
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