Overtime rules eyed as Bush plan to cut training funds moves ahead
Labor Department officials discuss raising minimum wage for overtime protections while simplifying job tests. Industry groups warn exemptions could push skilled workers into nonpaid status. White collar rules seen as outdated but a 21st century overhaul is planned with comments due by March.
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Akron area attorney questions LeBron ruling and outcome
Lawyer James ruling could be overturned by arguing OHSAA bylaws are ambiguous and ill defined. Plakas expects possible injunction to allow LeBron James to play for St Vincent St Mary next game and criticizes the bylaw’s reach on gifts versus college scholarships.
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LeBron James ruled ineligible over gift gifts by store
James faces ineligibility under amateur rules after receiving two jerseys from a store and a Hummer H2 from his mother as gifts. OHSAA official Muscaro says the ruling targets the jerseys while allowing the Hummer gift. James may pursue future pro career, with school noting he will move on as a team.
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Guard Away Moments as National Guard Deploys
Tammy Hildebrandt, wife of Sst. Brian Hildebrandt, notes 18 years with Company B and family support. Newlyweds Specialist Lewis Cozart and Pamela plan a Tennessee honeymoon after a 9 am Friday wedding. PFC Matthew Greig, age 19, joined two years ago to fund college and make family proud. Grandmother Diane Giorgi and Sgt. Michael Rowland describe mixed emotions as the National Guard prepares for its mission, a community-based force serving in peace and conflict.
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Elyria and nearby districts differ on military leave pay
Elyria Schools offer benefits but no salary while on military leave. The district says pay stops on the last work day and then the state pays up to 500 dollars. North Ridgeville and other districts report no paid military leave, Avon Amherst Vermilion also won telegraphed no pay. Police say Elyria backs up to 500 dollars monthly. two officers standby. one deployed to Miami for Coast Guard port security.
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Bank From At BANK 254 Reopens After Closure
A bank at BANK 254 was closed for several hours and then resumed operations at 1 p.m. Friday. The temporary shutdown affected customers and prompted official actions to restore services. No further details on cause or duration were provided.
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