Concealed weapons bill approved in Ohio lawmakers quick to sign
Ohio lawmakers passed a bill to allow concealed handgun carry with permits, background checks, and training. Gov. Taft pledged to sign, citing a reasonable compromise. The measure requires permit holder names to be available to reporters through sheriffs, prompting debate over public records and safety.
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Columbus
Larry Householder
Ohio Senate
Taft
Koztura
Ohio
Martin
Essay on heroism inspires teen from LaGrange
Karis Howard, 17, of LaGrange, wrote an award winning VFW Voice of Democracy audio essay about a guard at the Tomb of the Unknowns during Hurricane Isabel. She placed second in the regional contest with the theme My Commitment to America's Future, while seventh and eighth graders competed in Patriot's Pen.
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The
Patriot's Pen
America
Elizabeth Campbell
Elyria
City blocks Greyhound bus parking at Chapel Street site
Adrian Burns reports Elyria officials refuse to allow Greyhound buses to park on Chapel Street near the proposed Broad Street station. Safety director Rothgery says blocking the one lane would disrupt traffic and vows the route remain clear. Greyhound will continue seeking an alternative site as the Lake Avenue lease nears expiration.
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Elyrla
Greyhound
Broad St
Chapel Street
Safety Service
Eric Rotheery
Rothgery
Lake Avenue
Broad Street
Greyhound Greyhound
Gynnie Smyth
Sewers Aimed at Helping Business Expansion
North Ridgeville plans a 2.2 million western sewer from Race Road to the Elyria line by 2005 to spur growth. Mayor Dave Gillock says the project will attract business, revive Ridgeview Shopping Center, and unlock the western community's potential. The Mintz family owns the vacant center and has struggled to do anything with it.
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North Ridgeville
Center Ridge Road
Dave Gillock
Race Road
Elyria Line
Gillock
Ridgeview Shopping Center
Mintz
Ex Oberlin residents found slain in Jamaica
Two Nord family members from Oberlin were killed in Jamaica and will be returned to Lorain County for burial. Michelle Thornton, 38, and her 68-year-old mother Marley Thornton were found dead. officials report stab wounds to Michelle and strangulation of Marley. Police provided initial statements via Officer Oliver Livingston.
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Oberlin
Jamaica
Nord
Lorain County
Michelle Thornton
Virginia Nord
Marley Thornton
Oliver Livingston
Elyria Police and Fire Staffing Decline Concern
Elyria police and fire chiefs warn staffing shortages persist for years with 91 officers on the force. No new hires planned this year risks more overtime and overextended responders during about 40,000 annual calls, affecting on duty efficiency and public safety.
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Elyria
Michael Medders
John Zielinski
Tetirees
Medders
Cloudy and cold brief snow expected
A cloudy cold day with light snow possible and a high near 24 degrees. For full AccuWeather forecast, readers are directed to Page Ag.
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