Plea Bargaining Stakes Grow in State Legislature
The Hubbard News reports that State Rep. Robert A. Nader, chair of the House Judiciary Committee, has discussed plea bargaining legislation with Rep. Joseph P. Williams of Niles. The move could trigger a reconsideration vote in the committee. The editor notes plea bargaining has become a campaign issue and credits Williams for introducing the bill and Nader for supporting its passage.
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Robert A. Nader
House Judiciary Committee
Columbus
Joseph P. Williams
Niles
Mr. Nader
Joe Williams
Rep
Bob Nader
Hubbard News
Donna J. Kay
Michael N. Ververis Cee
Hubbard
Ohio
Ohio Economic Development Financing Act Opens Bond Sale
State Senator Harry Meshel discusses the first bond sale under the Ohio Economic Development Financing Act. The program, dubbed the liquor profits program, aims to raise 70 million dollars to fund loans at below market rates, support land purchases for development, and spur job creation. Emphasis is on diversifying Ohio’s economy, saving and creating jobs, and broadening to small and medium sized businesses to weather downturns.
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Harry Meshel
Ohio
Gertrude Donahey
New York
Senate
Ohio General Assembly
Youngstown
Akron
Cleveland
Dayton
Sing a love song in an Upper Room meditation
The piece reflects on a four year old Amy recalling a nursing home visit where singing lifted the elderly, likening it to Isaiah 61 and the joy of serving as messengers of God's love. It contrasts spiritual reflection with notes on foreign capital in Australia and energy shifts in the U.S., tying daily opportunities to share care with broader historical context.
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Amy
Isaiah
God
Babylon
Doors open for grads to aim high and work hard
In a high school graduation message, the speaker urges seniors to set high goals, cites Michaelangelo Lincoln Edison and presidents on perseverance, and notes that luck comes from opportunity seized by hard work. He invites questions to Congressman Williams offices in Warren Youngstown and Washington DC.
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Michaelangelo
Lincoln
U.S
Thomas Edison
Congressman Williams
Youngstown Rd. SE
Warren
Federal Plaza East
Youngstown
Washington, D.C
The people's lawyer Fighting organized crime
Ohio Attorney General William J. Brown argues organized crime in Ohio generates about $3 billion annually and demands state wide investigative power. He cites stalled Senate Bill 131, lacking authority to investigate, prosecute, or convene grand juries, urging passage to unite state and local efforts.
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William J. Brown
Ohio
Standard Oil of
General Assembly
Attorney General's Office
Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation
BCI
Perry Township
Stark County
Roseville
Muskingum County
Federal Drug Enforcement Administration
Better Business Bureau Home Study Advice Columns
Advice from the Better Business Bureau outlines how to select reputable home study courses and avoid scams. It covers definitions, accreditation, reading enrollment contracts, cooling off rules, and a checklist including costs, job placement, and state licensing, with BBB contact details and tips for verification.
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Better Business Bureau
BBB
Selec
Tion
Department of Education
Montage A Special Case by Joan Cochran
A humorous column about everyday purchases turning into odd failures. The writer cites dresses wallpaper and cars behaving unpredictably and jokes that others blame her as a special case. She describes persistent car brake light issues caused by a bent wire and a temperamental stove with misbehaving burners and timer.
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Joan Cochran
Versailles
General Motors
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