Judge oversteps in labeling Elyria man sexual predator
James Maynard pleaded no contest to nine obscenity charges including four felonies for downloading child adult material and posting a coworker's number with explicit photos. Judge Janas sentenced him to two years and labeled him a predator, with lifetime registry and neighbor notice, though Maynard had no prior record or direct contact with victims.
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Oberlin educators and the city schools debate funding
Community members quiz Oberlin educators about support for Oberlin City Schools as the new year nears. Parents with children in kindergarten through 12th grade seek clarity on who educates Oberlin students, the role of aides and volunteers, and how funding and staffing affect outcomes.
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Parent Concern Group Suggested for Oberlin Schools
A letter argues creating a four-quadrant Parent Concern Group with elected contact persons to oversee hiring, firing, and reports for educators and administrators. The group would coordinate with juvenile court and police, ensuring tax dollars serve children's needs and urging staff to enroll in local Oberlin schools.
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Plan and Barry's Bailout Divide Washingtons Dawn
Clarence Page analyzes the Plan a white backed scheme some black residents claim erodes District home rule. He argues mid 1980s suburban blacks gain power while city services lag, Barry’s leadership, and a federal bailout offering tax breaks and pension relief shake local politics.
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UPS strike tests Clinton as part-timers push for full pay
Sandy Grady reports from Washington on the 1996 UPS strike with 185,000 workers on picket lines challenging part-time wages. The piece analyzes Clinton’s cautious stance under Taft-Hartley limits, potential political fallout, and the broader clash between corporate outsourcing and worker benefits.
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