Libraries funding clash over inequitable tax formula
A public letter urges Ohio lawmakers to change a 6.3 percent state income tax allotment for libraries. It argues distribution based on intangible securities wealth harms Clermont County, which would lose funds relative to population, and cites investor-heavy counties as skewing results. The writer calls for population-based or county income metrics to protect future citizens.
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United Negro College Fund
Clermont County
Richard Celeste
Clermont
Senate
C G E plans public discussion on Beckford ash disposal
Cincinnati Gas and Electric outlines ongoing efforts to study alternatives for ash disposal from Beckford Station in Pierce Township. It cites independent consultant GAI Associates, two public meetings, and engagement with the Pierce Township citizens group. The utility notes completed disposal sites are contoured and vegetated, aiming for environmental compatibility as study results are awaited late this year. Bruce Stoecklin, director of media services, emphasizes neighborly commitment.
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C.g.&e
Beckford Station
Pierce Township
Beckford
GAI Associates
Wth
GAI
Clermont County
Bruce D. Stoecklin
Bruce Stoecklin
Cincinnati Gas and Electric
Batteles Catering Knothole Team Faces A.C. Trucking
Batteles Catering knothole squad from Mt. Carmel, led by coaches Dennis Kelley and Roger Gallimore with manager Steve Shauff, watches their team play the A.C. Trucking squad from Batavia in a local matchup.
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Dennis Kelley
Roger Gallimore
Steve Shauff
Batteles Catering Knothole
A.C. Trucking
Batavia
Batteles
Mt. Carmel
Best Place to Live in Clermont County Sparked by CG&E Issue
The debate centers on Pierce and Ohio Township as desirable due to scenery and schools, with Milford touted as the nicest town. Opponents urge NOPE to bar CG&E fly ash dumps to preserve livability. The area’s appeal hinges on keeping industrial intrusion out of these communities.
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Clermont County
Pierce
Ohio Township
New Richmond
Cg&e
Nope
Milford
Okinawa Sea Duty and Kamikaze Threats in WWII Saga
Pike recalls Okinawa invasion scenes with a bent propeller shaft and a calm sunrise over the island. He notes daily air raids, Japanese kamikazes, and a vast Allied push, including Emmons battles and radar picket lines. Reunions show veteran camaraderie and a willingness to relive the campaign. Also a 1893 notice grants Batavia dam bathing privileges to ladies and children on select days.
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Okinawa
Vammen
U.S.S. Emmons
Pike
The
Courier
Batavia
Clermont County Officials Weigh Leadership Shakeup
Commissioner Robert S. Croswell indicated uncertainty over promoting Powell to Reckers’ role or opening the post to applicants. Reckers and Montgomery are veteran E P A design and discharge regulation rivals seeking new directions after long service. Reckers plans to pursue a manufacturer's representative path while Montgomery has not decided. Smith praised the Clermont County Water and Sewer District as well run, highlighting Reckers and Montgomery for hard work, budget stretching, and strong staff relations, essential to future county development.
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Robert S. Croswell
Powell
Reckers
Montgomery
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Smith
Clermont County
Clermont Courier contact and policy notices for readers
The Clermont Courier provides contact details for editorial and advertising, submission deadlines, letter policy, and subscription information. It lists addresses in Cincinnati Ohio, phone numbers for questions and orders, plus publication terms and access notes for reader submissions.
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Clermont Courier
Cincinnati-Batavia Pike
Cincinnati
Ohio
Arlington St
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