Shareholder urged to withhold vote for Sprint director
Institutional Shareholder Services urged Sprint shareholders to withhold votes for Linda Koch Lorimer, the sole director up for re-election, citing poor board judgment and questions over CEO connections. ISS also backed two shareholder proposals on performance-based incentives and an independent chair, while Sprint argued flexibility and opposed outside-chair requirements. Shares for FON closed flat at 19.31, PCS rose to 9.71.
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Lea Fastow Trial Uncertain as Options Explored
In Houston AP report Lea Fastow challenges a five month plea deal on a single tax charge. Jury selection set for June 2 as she withdraws guilt admission and prosecutors revisit Coopersation links with Enron cases against Skilling and Causey.
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Earth Day echoes through spring with old and new ideas
In a nostalgic spring reflection, the piece recalls Earth Day's origin in 1970 and its impact on environmental policy. It contrasts past community activism with current recycling challenges, noting the Franklin County center and local leaders who promoted waste reduction. The article also critiques business reliance on government recycling subsidies and urges broader public support.
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Earth Day coverage fades as local environmental efforts persist
The piece notes sparse media attention to Earth Day in 2004 while Franklin County promotes free dumping days on April 16 and 17. It cites Ottawa Chamber of Commerce support for city cleanup efforts and the lasting legacy of prior environmental initiatives.
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