New laws threaten funding for Lorain County clinics
Family Planning Services of Lorain County in Elyria faces loss of about $480,000 in federal funds as Ohio directs federal money away from clinics that provide contraception and women's health services. Executive director Pat Berger notes a three year contract was signed in March and hopes to protect women's health amid the expected curbs.
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Pat Berger
Family Planning Services
Lorain County
Planned Parenthood
Ohio
Elyria
Ohio Department of Health
John
Steve Manheim
Chronicle
Leona Street
Planned Parenthood braces for more funding cuts
Ohio budget changes signed June 30 place Planned Parenthood and unaffiliated clinics behind health departments for federal money from the Ohio Department of Health. Lorain County women may face reduced access to abortions contraception and reproductive care as Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio already lost federal funding for its Lorain clinic.
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Planned Parenthood
Lorain County
John Kasich
Ohio Department of Health
Greater Ohio
Lorain
Celeste Ribbins
Cities, schools in crossfire of budget debate
The Associated Press reports cities and school districts facing sharp budget disputes as lawmakers weigh funding priorities. Officials warn of potential service cuts while unions and boards push for preserved programs and staff levels amid fiscal pressures.
Ohio local governments face mixed health amid budget strains
Ohio cities counties and school districts struggle with cuts and service losses amid national recession and state budget gaps. Some districts report improving outlook as tax receipts rise, while officials warn many communities still face deficits and layoffs. Randy Cole and Sue Cave comment on local budget growth versus strain.
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Columbus
Ohio
Sue Cave
Ohio Municipal League
168th Lorain County Fair Opens With Montgomery Gentry
The Lorain County fair opens today with a full schedule of events from morning judging and fairs to the 7:30 p.m. concert by Montgomery Gentry. Gates open at 7:30 a.m. and the day features Jr. Fair shows, Open Class judging, 4-H activities, and special ceremonies including a flag-raising and the crowning of Jr. Fair royalty.
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Lorain County Fair
Montgomery Gentry
Jr. Fair
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