Lorain County Commissioners Debate Salary Cut Amid Budget Strain
Lorain County officials spar over a proposed 10 percent pay cut that would affect all three commissioners. Lori Kokoski, Tom Williams, and Ted Kale weigh personal costs against broader budget goals, highlighting how public servant pay ties to housing costs and daily expenses while stressing the impact of government savings on staffing and public service.
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White House expands effort to aid military families
The White House launches a nationwide push to support troops in three war zones with Joining Forces led by First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr Jill Biden. Retired Gen Stanley McChrystal joins advisory roles to coordinate community outreach and aid for spouses and children facing deployment.
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Readers weigh in on debt, politics and hypocrisy
A letter writer dismisses anti and pro- Senate Bill 5 views as self serving while noting taxpayers pay the price. The piece cites Kasich and GOP figures Trump Gingrich Palin with critiques on honesty, trade, and leadership.
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Thomas H. Higgason
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Community concerns spur city critique and civic issues
Elyria letters question Mayor Grace on grants and city improvements while criticizing unused fire houses a new jail and vacant downtown stores. An Oberlin reader condemns ObamaCare waivers for unions and a Canham letter warns mob protests threaten Christian values citing Easter and Romans 1:16.
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Letters to the Editor Grow on Page C5
Readers submit more letters to the editor on Page C5, voicing opinions on local issues and community concerns with brief comments and reactions.
You Know Who I Am Glorifies Celebrity Misconduct
Miami Herald columnist Leonard Pitts Jr notes Gloria James Face-acted arrogance at the Fontainebleau incident. He contrasts her self‑regard with respect for ordinary people and asks what true stature means beyond being linked to a famous child.
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