Two Ohio districts face levies in close race
Ridgeville and Midview voters decide Tuesday on school funding. Ridgeville seeks a three year 3.336 mill levy plus a five year 7.2 mill renewal to cover growing enrollment and higher operating costs as North Ridgeville trims state aid by 800000. Midview asks for an 8.9 mill three-year operations levy and a five-year 2 mill permanent improvement levy to support staffing and facility needs amid flat enrollment. If rejected, Midview could be carved into neighboring districts, altering district boundaries.
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Buckeye
Rostenkowski in Focus as Rota Case Alleged Misuse Emerges
The Milwaukee Journal reports on charges surrounding Rep. Dan Rostenkowski and aides after Robert Rota pleaded guilty to conspiracy and embezzlement tied to postal funds. The piece urges Congress to police itself, warning that public trust hinges on reform ahead of elections.
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Jay Stephens
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The
Milwaukee Journal
Ridgeville bowling fund raiser at Brunswick Center Ridge Lanes
Over 150 people attended the Ridgeville Chamber of Commerce bowling fund raiser on July 21 at Brunswick Center Ridge Lanes. General manager Jin Smith and salesman Marie Graham provided the facility games and door prizes. Dayle Noll, executive director of the North Ridgeville Chamber of Commerce, expressed thanks and noted plans to repeat next year.
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Chamber of Commerce
Jin Smith
Marie Graham
Dayle Noll
The
North Ridgeville
Toll Free Areas Debate Over Social Security Costs
A reader argues against toll free dialing sharing costs for areas including Oberlin The letter questions the fairness of funding others bills while residents use little long distance calls They note Oberlin has not moved and urge personal responsibility for own bills while challenging local claims about benefits from toll free service and related projects
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Elyria
Oberlin
Readers urge toll free area signers in Oberlin letters
The letter from Carol Neumann of Oberlin asks readers to sign a petition to make Van Wert Kent and Akron toll free. She argues the move would ease costs for residents and help the needy, urging others to join and share in the phone bill.
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van Wert
Kent
Akron
Lakeview Plaza Seeks Wheelchair Donation
A Lakeview Plaza note requests donations of a wheelchair for seniors after a recent event. Volunteers praised for coordinating the Senior Raffle urge residents to consider giving or funding a suitable chair. Community members urged to contact officials and attend meetings to shape future support.
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Lakeview Plaza
America
Wake Up and Speak Out on LaGrange Development
LaGrange residents urge public input on proposed village development. A recent survey shows township residents prize open spaces and rural character, urging villagers to voice opinions to elected officials before rapid growth alters Lorain County communities.
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LaGrange
LaGrange Township
LaGrange Village
Lorain County
Men rights on child support misuse and guidance
The piece argues men face injustice in child support, urging reasonable arrangements and criticizing drastic money demands. It cites perceived misuse by some mothers, custody disputes over nonbiological children, and points readers to First Call for Help of Fremont for organizations that assist men and children.
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Fremont
Letters to the Chronicle Telegram Editor Rules
The Chronicle Telegraph invites letters to the editor and notes edits for brevity accuracy and clarity. Include signature full home address and telephone number and mail to Editorial Page Editor Box 4010 Elyria 44036 or fax to 329-7272 or email macronel freenet borain oberlin edu
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Elyria
Macronel
Freenet
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Oberlin
Edu
Clinton's credibility hinges on clear promises and decisive action
Charley Resse of the Orlando Sentinel critiques Bill Clinton for promising to lift the gays in the military ban, then waffling. He likens Clinton to Carter, argues credibility is essential for leadership, and urges decisive executive action rather than relying on rhetoric or subordinates to debate after announcements.
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