Cold January drives up heating bills across Northwest Ohio
In Toledo and surrounding areas residents report gas bills rising 20 percent to double the prior year as January temperatures averaged 16.5 degrees in the area. Utilities cut fuel rates but many customers remain locked into higher natural gas contracts. Phyllis Clymer notes a 407 dollar monthly bill, while Robert Gstalder faces 436 dollars. Ohio Gas cites colder weather as the main driver of higher residential use. In Fremont, Tim othy Wilhelm, a Stamm Elementary principal, faces felony theft charges for stealing prescription meds from the school clinic. He could face up to 18 months in prison and a 5000 dollar fine. he is on administrative leave.
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Lorain County volunteers spotlight Red Cross helper
A 72 year old North Olmsted resident and NASA veteran describes joining the Red Cross after Hurricane Katrina. She helped in disaster assessment and postal operations for debit card distribution from the West River Road office, guided by the movement's core principles.
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Ohio Governor Pushes Toll Fees for New Roads
Gov Ted Strickland seeks legislative changes to allow tolls on new roads and bridges to fund construction and ease congestion. The plan envisions regional authorities for projects with state oversight and uses toll revenue plus a state revolving loan fund to start work. Opponents worry about shifting funding burdens away from state and federal governments.
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Toll roads across states described in brief listing
The Toledo Blade highlights toll road networks in multiple states. Interstate 95 from Washington to Maine weaves through six states. Florida features toll routes near major cities. Illinois Tollways runs Chicago expressways. Indiana has one toll road. Pennsylvania plans expansions of its east west turnpike. New York has multiple agencies for toll roads and bridges. New Jersey operates two toll routes with a regional authority and Delaware River bridges overseen by separate officials.
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