Court splits on slots challenge in Ohio ruling
The Ohio Supreme Court split on standing in Kasich slot legalization cases. It upheld a lower court’s dismissal for most parties, but allowed one potential casino operator, Frederick Kinsey, to proceed. Kinsey argues exclusive casino rights under a 2009 constitutional amendment violate equal protection.
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Elyria man charged with felony drug counts
Elyria police arrested Paul Wilkins Jr., 45, after a search of his Fairlawn Avenue home. He faces felony trafficking counts for cocaine heroin and marijuana and possession charges for schedule four and two controlled substances. Trafficking charges include a juvenile specification due to his 4-year-old son being present. Wilkins has an extensive prior drug-record and was free on bond on other offenses when nabbed.
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Midview Janitor A Candidate For Janitor Of The Year
Midview Middle School head custodian Keith Ciesielczyk, 50, is in the running for janitor of the year in a nationwide contest sponsored by Cintas Corp. His daily duties range from sweeping floors to outdoor maintenance with snow blowers and shovels. Teachers nominated him after recognizing his efforts to keep the school and grounds in top condition.
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Effield LA Residents push city to fix flooding issues
Effield LA residents face repeated floods as more than a dozen homes on Holl Belle Tennyson Oakwood avenues Lake Road Lakewood Beach and Roberts Street flooded after heavy rain. City official Pat Hastings cites main ditch overflow plus aging force mains and pump stations to blame while promising a $450000 loan funded fix. Residents say cross connections from sump pumps and downspouts worsen backups amid 1926 era water mains and sewers. Laura Stawicki spoke for neighbors to City Council noting water pouring into basements.
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