REP blast furnace at steel mill plagued by outages and repairs
REP faces 2003 capital limits of 9 million while blast furnace problems mount. USWA Local 1104 leaders describe repeated malfunctions, explosions, and a 13 June fire threatens, with officials warning only temporary fixes. No injuries reported. refinery may need tens of millions for full refurbishment.
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Librarians oppose internet filters in public libraries
Amherst and Lorain librarians warn against requiring filtering software on public Internet terminals. They argue the Child Internet Safety Protection Act strains funds and blocks legitimate research while filtering is ineffective. Oberlin also avoids federal funding and touts a cautionary approach.
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Supreme Court upholds Childrens Internet Protection Act
The court affirms requiring filters in libraries funded by federal money, defending a measure critics say harms access to information while proponents argue it protects minors. Librarians warn that stigma and cost will shape implementation, with policymakers noting net subsidies since 1999.
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Paperboy Andy Schaefer Leaves Hospital for Recovery
Andy Schaefer, 12, a Chronicle Telegram paperboy, was released from MetroHealth Medical Center in Cleveland and stays with his grandfather in Elyria. He plans a rapid return to delivery, using therapy to recover from leg and ankle injuries after being dragged 25 feet by a car. Donations can be made at any First Merit bank.
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Thursday Midday Pick 3 and 4 Buckeye Numbers
Midday Pick 3 results show 8 5 9 and 3 0 5. Midday Pick 4 draws report 1 0 0 3 with Buckeye 5 14 16 19 25 29 participating in the Ohio lottery.
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Independent Citizens Committee Eyes School Board Handoff
The ICC seeks to finalize a report on the Ely Stadium high school issue after voters defeated two bond attempts in 2001 and 2002. The group has held forums and a professional poll, aiming for a November ballot. Dan Billman and Tom Herberger express optimism about a prepared presentation and consensus. Contact Dave Perozek at 329-7119.
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Lorain man drowns after police pursuit on river embankment
Lorain police say 22 year old Demarco Tillman and another man, identified as Simpson, were involved in a disturbance at 122 Arizona Ave. Simpson fled along a gravel path and leapt onto docks, then jumped into 62 degree water. The Lorain dive team recovered his body at 11:15 p.m. Coroner ruled drowning as cause amid ongoing drug and alcohol tests. Simpson had prior felonies and parole history and was born in Elyria.
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Supreme Court rules on race in admissions policy
Justice O'Connor discusses education as a foundation of citizenship and upholds that race may be a factor but not the sole criterion in college admissions. The ruling centers on University of Michigan's policy, with a 6-3 decision and dissent from liberal justices. Justice Thomas criticizes the policy as exclusionary and racially disproportionate.
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Court splits stay middle on affirmative action policy
The court’s temperate ruling reflected public opinion and President Bush’s praise despite not getting his preferred outcome. He noted a balance between campus diversity and equal treatment, as big business and labor groups urged preservation of affirmative action in Michigan cases.
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