Swaggart photos spark calls for church discipline
James Hamill of Memphis said the Assemblies of God will likely increase Swaggart’s punishment after he admitted moral failures. He described a set of photographs showing Swaggart at a motel with a prostitute and rivals, including details of a flat tire and a back‑assisted tire change. The Louisiana district council urged a three month suspension and counseling, noting bylaws require at least a year away from active ministry.
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Non-teachers union boss blasts Elyria schools over morale
Elyria School Board faced sharp charges from CAPSE AFSCME Chapter 133 president Urias Meadows who said non teaching staff endure low morale and unfair treatment. He cited management issues including harassment claims and questioned department head qualifications while urging action before further conflict. Superintendent Halverson defended efforts to address concerns and noted some progress.
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Second deputy hired for part time court post
Elyria Municipal Court hires a second on call deputy clerk for the police department to replace officers who resigned. Former Police Chief Donald Warner will start March 1 on a noon to 8 pm shift at 225 dollars monthly plus ten dollars per extra call. Hubert Whitacre covers 8 pm to 7 am with the same pay. The change lets officers focus on police work while bonds and oaths are handled at the department. The move follows 17 officers resigning after a earlier dispute over deputy clerk duties being part of police work.
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Gunmen rob Ridgeville Radio Shack. clerk tied
Police search for three men after the Tuesday robbery at Ridgeview Shopping Plaza Radio Shack. Two videocassette recorders and over $600 in merchandise were taken while the clerk was tied up. A separate prior week theft led to two arrests for about $230 in goods. An alleged getaway car was seen fleeing west on Center Ridge Road.
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Radio Shack
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Center Ridge Road
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