Medders stays as Elyria police chief amid salary push
Elyria Police Chief Michael Medders withdraws his bid to lead the county Child Support Enforcement Agency. The city gains as Medders vows to remain, citing family counsel and a sense of ongoing challenge. He notes salary concerns and a desire for a raise, while praising the department’s improvement under his watch since 1997.
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Have you considered running for a spot on school board
Citizens are urged to consider serving on local school boards with duties that include advising the superintendent and guiding education policy. The Ohio School Boards Association backs candidates who seek to improve learning opportunities for all students. Petitions are due by 4 p.m. August 23 with filings at the county board of elections. Rob Delane Scott Ebright are identified as deputy directors for OSBA communications and services.
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Letters to Editor Guidelines from The Chronicle Telegram
The Chronicle Telegram outlines letter submissions including editing for brevity accuracy and clarity. Readers are asked to include signature full home address and telephone number with mail to Editorial Page Editor Box 4010 Elyria 44036 or fax 3297282 or email edletters ohio net.
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Smithsonian secretary seeks Congress aid for modernization drive
Morton Kondracke argues Smithsonian Secretary Lawrence Small modernizes a worn institution while facing donor naming rights debates. The National Academy of Public Administration report urges centralized management, $1.6 billion repair costs, and stronger congressional oversight to align budgets and public accountability with a shift toward updated exhibits and private funding.
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Media’s reporting on patient’s rights hurts public view
Martin Schram argues that White House press coverage of the patient’s bill of rights miscast politics over substance. He contrasts Bush and Norwood spin with LBJ era persuasion, citing USA Today analysis and noting state versus federal damages and the need for clearer public explanation.
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