Budget deal collapses as Trump rejects plan to avert shutdown
President-elect Donald Trump derailed a bipartisan measure hours before a Friday funding deadline, demanding revival of a plan that would extend government funding while raising the debt limit. The move drew Democratic criticism, alarms from House Republicans, and Elon Musk’s public opposition as disaster aid and pay raises faced resistance amid a chaotic, high-stakes Christmas rush.
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Northern chamber inducts new members at luncheon
The Northern Medina County Chamber Alliance in Brunswick celebrated 2024 progress at a luncheon. Executive Director Debbie Boehmke reported 76 new members in 2024, bringing active members to 381. A new six month Business Builders program debuts in April with workshops and coaching for small businesses. Board member Terri Greene outlined expert-led sessions and plans for renewals in 2025 as three-year terms begin for upcoming board members.
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WDC Group to study Medina County Fairgrounds planning
Medina County commissioners approved a 2025 professional services agreement with WDC Group LLC of Springfield to analyze the Medina County Fairgrounds and draft a strategic plan. The plan will assess current use, guide future improvements and efficiencies, with a project cost of 34,810 funded partly by American Rescue Plan Act funds.
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Wadsworth and Haynes discuss water service extension
Wadsworth officials and Hayne family farmers explored extending city water to an 85 acre farm surrounded by mains. The family opposes full city annexation due to ordinance restrictions and possible future rule changes, preferring options to avoid annexation or to drill a new well.
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