Harness track deal in Lawrence County moves forward
The week brings a federal bankruptcy judge approval of Centaur Gaming's Mahoning Township property sale to American Harness Tracks. Assurances claim the license will stay in Lawrence County, keeping Valley View Downs as the intended project, though future steps remain uncertain.
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Valley View Downs revival faces financing and location questions
The report discusses American Harness Tracks bidding to salvage Centaur’s Lawrence County project and disputes over relocating to Johnstown. Local official Carmen Shick drops blocking efforts, but financing remains a key obstacle amid a tougher casino market and competition from Ohio. Investors exist but may be insufficient to proceed.
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Charities face tough times amid wealth and politics
A broad view on charity shows rich donors pledging big gifts while economic strains persist. The Giving Pledge gains momentum with names like Mark Zuckerberg joining, and debates over tax policy and government aid influence philanthropy. A proposed federal advisory group for charities stalls amid partisan resistance, while a Convio survey projects 48 billion in holiday donations by 170 million Americans.
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Rwanda Shows Free Market Path for U S to Emulate
The piece contrasts Rwanda’s rapid reforms and easier business start procedures with America, noting Rwanda’s World Bank rankings, tax reductions, and a streamlined single-window business process. It highlights capital gains and tax reforms, land titling, privatization, and persistent credit access challenges, ending with a cautious view of America.
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GOP Tax Cuts and Arizona Organ Transplants Highlight GOP Priorities
Editor argues Republicans protected tax cuts for the wealthy while expanding Medicaid transplant limits in Arizona. Criticizes party for deficit denial and prioritizing dollars over people, calling out claims of health care reform opposition and alleged bad information from Medicaid officials.
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