Soldiers Fire On Cairo Mosque Sparks Street Battle
Islamic supporters sheltering in a Cairo mosque were fired upon on Saturday, turning a main avenue into a war zone. Casualties and arrests remained unclear as the clash drew worldwide attention to the unrest surrounding ousted leader Morisi. The incident halted traffic and intensified calls for calm.
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Flavored cigars surge among youth voices rise in use
Nation and world coverage notes that flavored cigars now account for a large share of sales, with smoking concentrated among young people. In Syria, U.S. weapons promised to rebel allies have still not arrived after more than two months. Western wildfires push fire crews to contain spreading blazes near central Idaho resorts and in Utah, threatening homes and brush.
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Generational harmony training gains corporate traction
Companies adopt generational awareness programs to improve understanding and communication across teams. Training emphasizes empathy, collaboration, and adapting management styles to diverse age groups, aiming to boost morale and productivity in the workplace.
Franklin's new school leader optimistic about district future
In our schools report the district's new leader expresses optimism about Franklin's educational path and long term plans, highlighting goals for student achievement, community involvement, and district growth.
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Smoking ban penalties hit Ohio bars with renewals denied
Winter fines from the Ohio Health Department exceed 3.6 million dollars for smoking law violations. Since 2011 the Division of Liquor Control has rejected liquor license renewals for 12 bars statewide due to owners failing to pay smoking fines. Hill Station in West Chester Township is among repeat offenders, with 24 thousand dollars in fines at one location. Froggy Blues Café in Monroe has received the most fines.
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Ohio free phone program enrollment falls amid anti fraud drive
A Middle town Journal analysis shows Ohio enrollment in the free cell phone program dropping from over 1 million last year to about 760 thousand today while national enrollment slides by more than 3 million. The program struggles with fraud and waste, notably in the free cell phone segment for qualified applicants, as lineups form for applications at the Montgomery County Job Center.
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County fights refund order over hospital tax status
Butler County Commissioners battle a state tax commission ruling demanding $4.1 million be refunded to West Chester Hospital. The hospital gained tax-exempt status, removing it from the Tax Increment Finance district, affecting county and Lakota Schools’ expected revenue above $2 million annually.
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Middletown Council's Youngest Member Steps Down
A.J. Smith, the youngest ever elected to Middletown City Council, will resign Tuesday to take a new job in Columbus. He faced early term trials and tribulations after winning the Second Ward seat in 2009, describing his tenure as a roller coaster.
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