County readies for January death penalty trials in Franklin
Franklin County prosecutors plan four death penalty trials in January with two more set for February as jurors avoid holiday cases. Assistant Prosecutor Edward Morgan notes January is the busiest month for death penalties, while juries face extended sequestration and high costs. Ohio has a long history of electrocution with 315 executions since 1897, and 96 men and four women on death row in the state.
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Morgan
Ohio
Michael Miller
Aging supertankers spark safety concerns worldwide
Shipping experts warn that the global fleet's aging tankers may threaten safety after a major explosion and oil spill near Morocco. Industry figures say 15 to 20 years is the typical life span, but proper maintenance can extend ship life. others warn of risks when maintenance lags and overuse occurs.
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Morocco
Geoff Garfield
Lloyd’s List
International Shipping
Ian White
International Tanker Owners Pollution Federation
National Iranian Tanker Co
Atlantic Ocean
Golob
Garfield
Khark Island
Sirri Island
Shell
Jim McCoy
International Institute For Strategic Studies
McCoy
Indianapolis
Geography seen as vital to education says Nat Geo president
National Geographic Society president and chairman told 2,000 University of Akron winter graduates that geography belongs in education. He acknowledged some wonder about geography in a commencement setting but argued the subject can be as important as the future it helps shape.
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AKRON
National Geographic Society
University of Akron
Mike's Bike Shop moves to larger Elyria location
Mike's Bike Shop, long time on Second Street since 1955, announces a move to 562 Cleveland St in Elyria. Owner Timothy J. Wearsch plans a May opening at the 3,200 square foot site, with over 1,000 extra feet and longer hours. The business, started by Mike Krebs and now run by Wearsch and his wife Linda since 1976, has expanded to include exercise and skateboard gear and a North Ridgeville outlet. Wearsch's sons Timothy W. and Scott have joined the firm.
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Timothy J. Wearsch
Cleveland St
Wearsch
Second Street
Mike Krebs
Linda
North Ridgeville
Bicycle & Fitness Center
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