Local tax cuts begin to show in Franklin County and Ottawa
Franklin County and City of Ottawa commissioners cut tax levies this year, with a 4.6 percent county and 7.1 percent city reduction. A large share stems from Wal-Mart Distribution Center’s nearly $800,000 first time payment, boosting total local property tax relief to about $700,000. Homeowners may see about $200 less on a $100,000 home if valuations hold. Taxes are due December 20, 2006, and May 10, 2007, with a courthouse drop box recommended for payments amid construction.
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Veterans Day prompt book tales of courage and humanity
John McCain shares stories of veterans including Mike who sewed a flag in a Vietnamese POW camp, a lifebelt survivor from Akron, and Sgt. Pool guiding trapped men. Chaplains on a sinking ship, a Mass in captured Belgian town, and shared humanity amid war illustrate resilience. Tom Purcell notes veterans deserve honor today.
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Dark warnings on Earths limited resources and future
Charley Reese argues that Earth faces a growing waste crisis as six billion people produce trash and pollution. He condemns the throwaway culture, urges buying durable goods, and advocates long term thinking beyond two generations, noting escalating consumption and environmental risk.
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