Lorain County Commissioners Defy Court Order Over Keys
Lorain County commissioners refuse to surrender second floor courthouse keys by noon, defying Judge James Burge who warned of contempt proceedings. Administrator Jim Cordes said jail terms would be unlawful. Burge may schedule a hearing to determine contempt. Subodh’s letter prompted the order and response.
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Route 57 widening drains business in Grafton
Business owners along Route 57 in Grafton report sharp declines as the highway narrows to one lane from Barrington Drive to Erie Street. China House owner Xia Lin cites a 30 to 50 percent drop, while Nancy’s Diner owner Denise Shutek says she is suffering as customers avoid the area.
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Kipton Faces Budget Slash as Village Considers Survival
Kipton must shave about $10,000 from its 2015 plan to cover unpaid bills and state fines. Mayor Bob Meilander warns the village could be absorbed by Camden Township if the levy renewal fails. Measures include cutting the budget from about $80,000 to $70,000, halting attorney services, freezing raises, and reducing street lights.
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Bob Meilander
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Invacare CEO Gerald Blouch to retire next Thursday
Invacare Corp. announced that President and Chief Executive Officer Gerald Blouch will retire effective Thursday and step down from the Board of Directors. The release cites the leadership change amid ongoing challenges including a 2012 FDA consent decree and weak second quarter results. Blouch helped steer the company through declines in domestic and Asian markets while European operations fared better. The company is searching for new leadership to drive a turnaround focusing on free cash flow and profitability in North America and home medical equipment.
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Elyria
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European
Invacare
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