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Bond Money Returned To Wangler For Use In Legal Defense - 11-06-2009
Allen County Common Pleas Court Judge Richard Warren approved the bond reduction for Mark Wangler during a pre-trial this afternoon.
The 54 year old anesthesiologist pleaded not guilty to killing his first wife, Kathy, in September of 2006.
Wangler's attorneys argue he isn't a flight risk since he has family and property in Allen County.
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Hardin County Task Force Makes Big Drug Seizure - 11-06-2009
The Hardin County crime task force seizes over eighty hits of heroin from a Dunkirk man.
The seizure yesterday was a result of an intensive investigation of drug sales and use in the Dunkirk and Kenton areas.
The task force also impounded the vehicle in which the illegal narcotics were being transported.
Charges are pending.
Authorities are not identifying the suspect.
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Allied Environmental Takes Over Trash Duties For Lima City - 11-06-2009
Lima residents will be seeing new garbage rates after December first, with Allied Environmental taking over for Waste Management.
Lima City Council will receive a letter from utilities director Gary Sheely asking the legislative body to approve the new rate structure.
The monthly cost to residents will be $19.72 a month, up from $16.59 with the old contract under Waste Management.
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Friday Evening Associated Press Newsminutes - 11-06-2009
CLEVELAND (AP) - A fourth victim has now been identified from among the bodies discovered at the home of suspected serial killer Anthony Sowell. Nancy Cobbs lived just blocks away from Sowell and disappeared in April. The remains of at least 11 people have been found on Sowell's property in recent days.
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Daughter Faces Death Penalty For Hiring A Hitman To Kill Her Mother - 11-06-2009
AKRON, Ohio (AP) - Prosecutors in Ohio intend to seek the death penalty against a woman accused of hiring a friend to kill her mother.
An indictment filed Thursday in Summit County court shows 20-year-old Taylor Marks of Akron faces one count of on aggravated murder. Police say Marks offered a friend $5,000 to kill 58-year-old Kristie Marks so she could inherit money.
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Family Found Dead After Letter Being Sent - 11-06-2009
PATASKALA, Ohio (AP) - Police say a man killed his wife and their 9-year-old son before killing himself in their home on a private lane in suburban Columbus.
Pataskala Police Chief Chris Forshey says the bodies of 46-year-old John Eckard II, 45-year-old Nicole Eckard, and son Nicholas were found Thursday morning after a business associate contacted police.
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Associated Press Friday Ohio Headlines - 11-06-2009
Latest Ohio news, sports, business and entertainment:
FORT-HOOD-SHOOTING-OHIO
Ohio National Guard: No members hurt at Fort Hood
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Officials say no members of the Ohio National Guard were among the casualties in the mass shooting at Fort Hood, Texas.
Thirteen people were killed and 30 were wounded yesterday at the sprawling base in central Texas.
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Allen County Health Department Still Taking Appointments for H1N1 Vaccinations - 11-06-2009
H1N1vaccine appointments are currently being scheduled through the Allen County Health Department for the week of November 9-13, 2009. Residents who are in the high risk priority groups and cannot receive an H1N1 vaccine through their doctor can call the Allen County Health Department to schedule an appointment for the H1N1 vaccine. Please call 419-228-INFO (4636), 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday, to schedule an appointment. There is no charge for the vaccine.
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Details Revealed About Lima's 5th Homicide. - 11-05-2009
New information tonight on Lima's 5th homicide of the year.
Lima police Lt. Jim Baker says the preliminary results of autopsies performed on 61 year old Michael Bassitt and 56 year old Julie Bassitt show that Michael shot his wife once killing her, then turned the gun on himself. Both died of a single gunshot wound.
The two bodies were found by a family member monday night at 525 Prospect Avenue.
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Graves Appears In Court. - 11-05-2009
The man accused of being involved in two local bank robberies in March of this year and a shooting in the parking lot of Buffalo Wild Wings in August appearred in court this afternoon for a supression hearing.
Defense attorney Greg Donahue asked to supress statements taken by his client, 19 year old Maurice Graves, concerning his involvement in the crimes.
Arguments lasted nearly two hours in Judge Richard Warren's courtroom.
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Findlay Man Accused Of Murder Remains Behind Bars. - 11-05-2009
A Findlay man accused of killing his neighbor remains held on one million dollars bond. Cornelius Patterson is charged with murdering his neighbor, David Snyder, before fleeing to Toledo on October 18th.
Patterson's girlfriend, Stacey Combs, indicted last week on an obstructing justice charge, had her bond set at 15 thousand dollars today.
Patterson is accused of killing Snyder at his apartment complex on Jennifer Lane before fleeing.
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Thursday Evening Associated Press News Minutes - 11-05-2009
CLEVELAND (AP) - A coroner has identified a second victim among the bodies found at a Cleveland home in recent days. Telacia Fortson's mother says the 31-year old disappeared in June. The remains of at least 11 people have been found on the property of Anthony Sowell.
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Casino developer and poker champ Lyle Berman has staked a claim to all four of the casinos approved by state voters on Tuesday.
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Associated Press Thursday Ohio Headlines - 11-05-2009
Latest Ohio news, sports, business and entertainment:
CLEVELAND-BODIES FOUND
Cleveland relatives ask how victims went unnoticed
CLEVELAND (AP) - The discovery of 11 bodies in one Cleveland home has relatives of the presumed victims wondering how such a gruesome scene could have gone unnoticed, maybe for years.
They charge that police ignored their missing person reports.
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Critical Mishap Leaves One Dead At Husky Plant - 11-05-2009
A work place accident during the Husky shutdown has left one man dead.
Husky Refinery plant manager Roy Warnock confirmed this afternoon that at approximately 11 am an employee of international tank, based in lima, was working on the inside of a newly constructed tank when he fell 50 feet from a man lift.
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Perry Township's Police Levy Was Defeated - 11-04-2009
Perry Township's effort to fund more police protection was defeated Tuesday. Nearly 600 ballots were cast opposed to the tax levy, only 461 in favor. That's a 57 to 43 percent margin. Your News Now contacted Perry police Chief Tom Staup today. He says with the defeat of the levy the department will stay as it currently is. He feels there was too much confusion as to whether the levy would fund a part-time or full-time department.
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State Issue Three In Ohio Passed - 11-04-2009
Don't expect to be playing the slots or being dealt a hand of black jack anytime soon. State issue three in Ohio passed by a 53 to 47 percent margin Tuesday. That okays casinos in Toledo, Cincinnati, Columbus and Cleveland. One Ohio lawmaker is already saying he'll pursue a constitutional amendment for the state to get a greater share of the casinos proceeds. Ohio Northern political science professor Dr.
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One Vote Separates Two Men For The Third Spot - 11-04-2009
One vote separates two men for the third spot on the Saint Marys city council. Unoffical results from yesterday's election have Patrick Mcgowan leading Michael Bernard for the final at large seat by one vote. State law mandates a recount if the difference between the vote totals is less than one half of one percent.
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Both Sides Worked Hard To Have Their Side Prevail - 11-04-2009
Both sides of the sales tax increase issue worked hard to have their side prevail. One side walks away pleased, the other disappointed. Tim Dehaven headed up the committee to keep the half percent sales tax increase on the books. Dehaven says he wishes he had had more time to get the message out that the additional tax dollars were needed. He understands it's a tough economic time for residents.
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Wednesday Evening Associated Press News Minute - 11-04-2009
Here is the latest Ohio news from The Associated Press
CLEVELAND (AP) - The total of victims found at a Cleveland home is now up to 11. A coroner says a skull found in the basement of convicted sex offender Anthony Sowell's home didn't go with any of the other bodies already recovered from the home and yard. Investigators have also identified one of the victims as a woman who disappeared a year ago.
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Advisors Tell Strickland That Lethal Injection Process Can Be Fixed - 11-04-2009
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Two Republican lawmakers advising Ohio's Democratic governor on changes to the state's lethal injection process say it shouldn't be hard to fix the system.
Sen. Bill Seitz, of Cincinnati, says it's possible that doctors from other states or retired doctors could help Ohio carry out executions.
Sen.
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Plans Grow To Stop Casino Despite Election Victory - 11-04-2009
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Developers of four new Ohio casinos looked eagerly to the future Wednesday, even as opponents concocted plans to stymie their efforts and surrounding states braced for economic losses.
Penn National Gaming Inc. president Dan Wilmott showed off the site where a 300,000-square-foot Hollywood Casino-Columbus employing 2,000 people is expected to materialize by the end of 2012.
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Victim Of Chimp Attack Sues For $150-million. - 11-04-2009
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (AP) - The family of a Connecticut woman mauled and blinded by a chimpanzee is seeking to sue the state for $150 million.
Attorneys for Charla Nash's family filed a notice Wednesday with a state agency asking for permission to sue.
The 200-pound chimpanzee named Travis went berserk in February when his owner asked Nash to help lure him back into her house in Stamford.
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Associated Press Wednesday Ohio Headlines - 11-04-2009
Latest Ohio news, sports, business and entertainment:
ELECTION RDP
Ohio lawmaker wants more taxes from casinos
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - A day after voters approved Ohio casinos, a lawmaker says he will pursue a constitutional amendment to give the state a greater share of the proceeds.
In a news conference today, Republican state Rep.
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Berger Wins 6th Consecutive Mayor's Seat - 11-04-2009
Lima's incumbent mayor will add to his record of the longest serving mayor in the city’s history.
David Berger win on Tuesday night gives him a 6th term in office with 55 percent of the vote over his challenger, former sheriff Dan Beck. The final margin was Berger, 4,437 votes to Beck's 3,527.
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Former State Fire Marshall Will Now Lead Toledo - 11-04-2009
TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) - A former state fire marshal will be the next mayor in Toledo.
With 100 percent of precincts reporting unofficial results, independent candidate Mike Bell got 53 percent of votes, and Democrat Keith Wilkowski got 48 percent.
The two rivals grew up near each other, went to the same high school and graduated together.
Bell was a fire chief in Toledo for 17 years before Gov.
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Issue 3 on Casinos Passes With Voters - 11-04-2009
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Ohio voters hit hard by the economic downturn have approved casinos on the fifth try by gambling supporters in the past two decades.
Tuesday's vote is a significant victory for Penn National Gaming Inc. and Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert.
They spent nearly $35 million to promote four casinos in Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati and Toledo.
Unemployment in Ohio has topped 10 percent.
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The Citys 5th Homicide Of The Year - 11-03-2009
Lima police have disclosed that detectives are investigating the citys 5th homicide of the year. Police were called to 5-25 Prospect Avenue on the citys eastside at about 6:20 last night. Upon their arrival two bodies were found in the home, both dead from gunshot wounds. Police have identified the deceased as 61 year old Michael Bassitt and his wife 56 year old Julie Bassitt. Police continue to search for answers as to why this happened. Lt.
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Kimberly Godsey's Trial Date Has Been Set - 11-03-2009
A trial date has been set for one of the women police say was involved in the godsey drug organization. Kimberly Godsey is scheduled for trial January 12th. She's one of the 16 arrested in Lima's drug enforcement operation with the FBI on October 22nd. Godsey is charged with possession of crack cocaine, with an additional specification charge due to the amount of drugs on her during the arrest. A pre-trial is set for December 14th.
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Election Officials A Bit Surprised By Voter Turnout - 11-03-2009
In Auglaize County, election officals are a bit surprised in voter turnout there for a non-presidental year. Turnout during last year's presidential election was around 70 percent, but without that major draw, election officals were expecting a small turn out this uear which board of elections director Carolyn Campbell says is not the case.
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Tuesday Evening Associated Press News Minute - 11-03-2009
Here is the latest Ohio news from The Associated Press
CLEVELAND (AP) - Convicted rapist Anthony Sowell has been charged with five counts of murder, according to police in Cleveland, after the discovery of six bodies in his home last week. WKYC reports, meanwhile, that two more bodies were removed from Sowell's home today.
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Former State Police Chief Investigated For Meal Reimbursement - 11-03-2009
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - An investigation has found that Ohio's former Highway Patrol chief failed to disclose an internal patrol account as the source of meals he was reimbursed for.
The report says Richard Collins should have listed the account as the reimbursement source for $167 in meals in 2007 and $183 in meals in 2008 as required by law.
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Cemetery Owner Files Civil Suit Against Family of Vandals - 11-03-2009
ST. BERNARD, Ohio (AP) - The owner of two Ohio cemeteries has filed a civil lawsuit against the families of three juveniles convicted of doing more than $300,000 in vandalism.
But officials with the Cincinnati Catholic Cemetery Society say they fear they'll recover only a small fraction of the money needed to make repairs to St. Mary and St. John cemeteries.
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Casino Issue Dominates 2009 General Election in Ohio - 11-03-2009
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - The economy is the big question mark in Tuesday's election, as Ohio voters grappling with 10 percent unemployment decide whether to reverse their long-held antigambling stance for the promise of casino jobs.
A proposed constitutional amendment to allow casinos in Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati and Toledo has dominated the campaign season.
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2009 General Election Plans for , "Your News Now". - 11-03-2009
A big day at the election polls for Ohio voters. “Your News Now” coverage begins at 6pm with Jeff Fitzgerald and Stephanie Davis.WLIO will begin its with live coverage from both Allen and Putnam County polls. Will Allen County repeal its sales tax? Will Lima City Schools renew their levy.
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Associated Press Tuesday Ohio Headlines - 11-03-2009
Latest Ohio news, sports, business and entertainment:
ELECTION RDP
Economy hovers over Ohio casino vote
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Voters in Ohio are deciding today whether to reverse their long-held opposition to expanded gambling.
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For Many Voters The Election Is Already Underway - 11-02-2009
The polls for the general election don't officially open for business until 6:30 Tuesday morning, but for many voters the election is already underway. Thousands of ballots have already been cast. The Allen County board of elections has already seen nearly 4-thousand absentee ballots cast. that is more than the previous off-year election in 2007. Board of elections director Keith Cuningham says that is a trend that seems to have taken hold.
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Business As Usual In Auglaize County - 11-02-2009
And in Auglaize County, it's business as usual for this years general election. Polling locations are the same as the last election, but board of elections director Carolyn Campbell wants to remind the 300 residents who requested absentee ballots, you've got a little more than 24 hours to make sure your vote counts.
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A Busy Day At The Putnam County Board Of Elections - 11-02-2009
A busy day at the Putnam County board of elections as well. About 14 hundred people are expected to vote with an absentee ballot this year. Board of elections chair Marie Heitmeyer says that's about normal. The elections board is staying busy today, preparing for a busy day at the polls tomorrow. Voters in Putnam County will get to decide several council, trustee, and school board races as well as the fate of several levys.
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Monday Evening Associated Press News Minute - 11-02-2009
Here is the latest Ohio news from The Associated Press
CLEVELAND (AP) - A coroner in Cleveland says investigators are focusing on eight or nine missing women as they try to ID the bodies of six women found in the home of convicted rapist Anthony Sowell. All six were black and at least five of the victims had been strangled. Sowell was arrested a day after the bodies were found.
CINCINNATI (AP) - Some 80 U.S.
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Police Continue To Try and Identify Female Victims - 11-02-2009
CLEVELAND (AP) - Investigators trying to identify the bodies of six women found in the home of a convicted rapist are focusing the inquiry on eight or nine missing women, the coroner said Monday.
It could take days or weeks to identify the bodies using dental records or DNA mouth-swab samples from relatives. Cuyahoga County Coroner Frank Miller said his office has begun the "arduous" process of collecting materials from dentists and relatives.
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More Flu Vaccine Ordered - 11-02-2009
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - State officials say nearly 390,000 more doses of swine flu vaccine are on the way to replenishing local health departments and hospitals around Ohio.
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Halloween Bash Is Relatively Calm - 11-02-2009
ATHENS, Ohio (AP) - Police in the hometown of Ohio University say more than 100 people were arrested at an annual Halloween street party known to draw tens of thousands of people.
Athens police say in a news release that the only major incident Saturday night and early Sunday was a fight around 3 a.m. involving a crowd that officers described as "rowdy.
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Gas Prices Continue To Climb - 11-02-2009
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Prices for gasoline in Ohio have gone up another 3 cents in the past week, and gas now costs 35 cents more in the state than it did last month.
A survey from auto club AAA, the Oil Price Information Service and Wright Express puts the current statewide average for regular-grade gas at $2.66, up from $2.63 last Monday.
One month ago, regular was averaging $2.31 in Ohio.
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Victims Names Of Columbus Grove Fire Released - 11-02-2009
Authorities have released the names of the two women who died in a mobile home fire in Columbus Grove this weekend.
24 year-old Barbara Krontz and 64-year old Diane Sherman died in the blaze on 202 North Main Street, just before 2 Saturday morning.
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Associated Press Monday Morning Ohio Headlines - 11-02-2009
Latest Ohio news, sports, business and entertainment:
RAPIST'S HOME-BODIES
Officers had visited Ohio home where bodies found
CLEVELAND (AP) - The discovery of six bodies at a house in Cleveland has left some in the community concerned about women who haven't been seen in a long time.
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Astro Boy – PG
Review by David Adams
- 11-02-2009
The Story
In this computer-animated adventure, MetroCity orbits Earth.The space island's inhabitants lack for nothing, thanks to robots.MetroCity dumps its used robots onto huge trash heaps that pollute Earth.
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Operation Gratitude - 11-01-2009
Dentists in Findlay are asking for kids' halloween candy and are donating it to a worthy cause. Hundreds of pounds of candy was collected for operation gratitude a program where dentists take the hard earned candy from trick-or-treating and donate it to our troops overseas. Most kids think it's a good deal. For every pound of candy donated a one dollar bill is given.
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Extending The Popular Tax Credit For First Time Homebuyers - 11-01-2009
Senators have agreed to extend the popular tax credit for first-time homebuyers and to offer a reduced credit to some repeat buyers. The United States commerce department says new home sales dropped to three-point-six percent in September, and some housing industry representatives blame the decline on sales on the uncertainty of the duration of the tax credit.
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Vandalism Update - 11-01-2009
Two of the three young men charged in the vandalism case at Continental High School this past summer, will be back in court next month. The trio are linked to the July 15th vandalism at the school in which school computers were damaged, water fountains were torn from the wall and offices and classrooms were ransacked. It's estimated the rampage caused more than 100 thousand dollars in damages.
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Sunday Evening Associated Press News Minute - 11-01-2009
Here is the latest Ohio news from The Associated Press
CLEVELAND HEIGHTS, Ohio (AP) - When aggressive prostate cancer appeared to end Lester Stumpe's dream of restoring an old canoe, his wife and others enlisted the help of a nationally known canoe restorer. The suburban Cleveland resident joined in the repair work and they launched the canoe on its maiden voyage even as chemotherapy took its toll.
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Mobile Home Fire Prevention - 10-31-2009
According to the Bath Township Fire Department, fires in manufactured homes claim the lives of 345 Americans each year. And, this Monday night at 5:00, the Bath Township Fire Department will be passing out free 9 volt batteries for smoke detectors at both the Plaza and Oak Haven mobile home parks.
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An Early Morning Trailer Fire - 10-31-2009
Early this morning a trailer home on North Main Street in Columbus Grove caught fire while a family of five was still inside. Three people did escape the blaze, 2 unharmed while the other person sustained minor injuries. However, a woman in her mid twenties and another woman in her mid-sixties, were killed. Authorities haven't released the names of the victims, but say most of the damage done to the trailer was in the kitchen area.
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Saturday Evening Associated Press News Minute - 10-31-2009
Here is the latest Ohio news from The Associated Press
CLEVELAND (AP) - Police in Cleveland say at least three bodies have been found at the home of a convicted rapist, and they expect to confirm three more. Police spokesman Lt. Thomas Stacho (STAH'-koh) say the bodies were found at the home of 50-year-old Anthony Sowell of Cleveland. Charges are pending.
DETROIT (AP) - Ford Motor Co.
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Issue One Put Veterans' Payments On The Ballot - 10-30-2009
Voters also deciding on two other state issues on next week's ballot.
The first is state issue one.
A proposed constitutional amendment to authorize the state to issue bonds to provide compensation to veterans of the Persian Gulf, Afghanistan and Iraq wars.
This amendment is similar to the bond issues passed by voters to compensate veterans of World Wars One and Two, the Korean war and Vietnam war.
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Legislation Clears Another Hurdle To Help Unemployment - 10-30-2009
Many residents in Lima are on unemployment, and legislation to extend unemployment benefits has passed a procedural hurdle in Washington.
The extension would provide 14 weeks in extra financial aid for anyone exhausting their benefits by the end of the year.
Those living in the 27 states where the unemployment rate is at least eight point five percent would get another six weeks on top of the 14.
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Post Office Will Start Selling Post-Cards To Boost Revenue - 10-30-2009
If you're running errands and forget to mail out that important birthday card, the Lima post office has you covered.
Because of the significant drop in mail volume and the economic recession, the postal service is expected to incur a 7 billion dollar budget shortfall this year.
So to help generate revenue, 500 post office locations nationwide are testing a pilot program of selling greeting cards, including the Lima office.
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Friday Evening Associated Press Newsminutes - 10-30-2009
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Jennifer Brunner's federal Senate campaign will apparently get to keep the office equipment paid for by her former state campaign. The Columbus Dispatch reports regulators are considering letting the Senate campaign pay $15,000 to charity so that it can keep the equipment.
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Both Sides of State Issue 3 Make The Final Push Before Next Weeks Election. - 10-30-2009
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - A pair of campaigns fighting a ballot issue legalizing casinos are intensifying their efforts as polls approaching Election Day give the gambling measure better than usual chances of passage.
Issue opponent TruthPAC continues to hammer on the fact that supporter Dan Gilbert, owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers, has a gambling arrest from his college days.
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The Final Home Falls From A Highly Publicized Eminent Domain Case - 10-30-2009
NORWOOD, Ohio (AP) - The final home has been torn down from a property rights battle that went on for years in the Cincinnati suburbs.
The boarded-up, three-story house was demolished Friday in Norwood, where some homeowners had tried to stand firm against developers who wanted to replace their neighborhood with a $125 million complex of offices, shops and condominiums.
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Kibby Street To Be Closed November 2nd - 10-30-2009
The Norfolk Southern Railroad will be closing Kibby Street between Jackson Street and Central Avenue to rebuild their railroad crossing. The closing will start on November 2 and be re-opened by the end of the day on November 6.
Pearl Street is scheduled to be re-opened tomorrow, given that it does not rain. If it rains Friday they will be unable to pave the road and it will remain closed until the end of the day on Monday, November 2.
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Associated Press Friday Morning Ohio Headlines - 10-30-2009
BODIES FOUND-CLEVELAND
2 decomposing bodies found at house in Cleveland
CLEVELAND (AP) - Police in Cleveland say officers who went to a home looking for a rape suspect found two decomposing bodies upstairs and what appeared to be a freshly dug grave in the basement.
Police spokesman Lt.
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Eastown Road Now Open, Done Eight Months Early - 10-29-2009
Eastown Road from Elm Street to State Route 117 is now open for traffic.
The project was finished eight months ahead of schedule.
Nearly 12,000 cars are expected to drive down Eastown Road every day. But in the future, engineers expect that number to grow to 25,000. And for area businesses, that means more customers.
In business, location is key.
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Ottawa Glandorf Breaks Ground For Two New Schools - 10-29-2009
To construction of another kind, the Ottawa Glandorf school district broke ground on its future this afternoon.
Around 900 students at Glandorf and Ottawa elementaries turned dirt today to mark the beginning of construction of two new elementary buildings in the district.
The 28 million dollar project is being paid for with a 50-50 split between taxpayers and money from the Ohio School Facilities Commission.
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UAW Workers At Ford Engine Plant Approve Contract Changes - 10-29-2009
Union members at Lima's Ford engine plant have approved modifications to their current contract, which union leaders say will ultimately generate additional work at the Bible Road facility.
UAW Local 1219 president Dave Rabe tells Your News Now workers voted by a close margin to approve certain concessions in their current contract, which expires in 2011.
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Thursday Evening Associated Press Newsminutes - 10-29-2009
HAMILTON, Ohio (AP) - A judge has convicted pediatrician Mark Blankenburg on drug trafficking and money laundering charges, days after a jury found him guilty of more than a dozen sex charges involving boys who had been his patients. Blankenburg still faces another trial on child pornography charges.
CLEVELAND (AP) - An Ohio trio, including a state worker, has been arrested - accused of providing fake IDs to illegal immigrants from Ukraine.
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Man Shot After Attacking Toledo Police with Pipe - 10-29-2009
TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) - Police in Ohio say a man suspected of stabbing his mother was shot and killed by officers when he allegedly attacked them with pipes.
Toledo Police Chief Mike Navarre (nuh-VAHR') tells WTVG-TV two officers were hospitalized Thursday morning with injuries not considered life-threatening. He says one of the officers sustained a serious gash to the head.
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EMT Arrested For Photos Of Nude Females Patients - 10-29-2009
KENT, Ohio (AP) - Police say an Ohio medical technician has been arrested after he was pulled over and officers found photos in his car of female patients, some young girls, undressing.
Police in Brimfield Township near Akron say 42-year-old Jamie Aguirre of Willard was charged Sunday with four counts of illegal use of a minor in nudity-oriented material. He was jailed on $250,000 bond.
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Road From the Fort to the Port Opens - 10-29-2009
WOODBURN, Ind. (AP) - The newest stretch of what will be a four-lane highway between Fort Wayne, Ind., with Toledo, Ohio, has opened.
Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels and Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland took part Thursday in a ceremony opening the U.S. 24 section at the spot where it crosses the state line near Fort Wayne.
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Bluffton Student Collects Cell Phones For Troops - 10-29-2009
A Bluffton student is collecting cell phones for troops Mariah Flemming is spearheading a local drive for a charity called Cell Phones for Soldiers.
Cell Phones for Soldiers hopes to turn old cell phones into more than 12 million minutes of prepaid calling cards for U.S. troops stationed overseas in 2008.
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Associated Press Thursday Morning Ohio Headlines - 10-29-2009
Latest Ohio news, sports, business and entertainment:
SWINE FLU-VACCINATION ERROR
Ohio mom says son mistakenly got swine flu vaccine
OREGON, Ohio (AP) - A furious Ohio mother says her 7-year-old son, who has had problems with medications, was vaccinated for swine flu at school against her wishes.
Kim Lutheran works as a nurse and says her son, Matthew, has had bad reactions to medicine.
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Elida Water Tower - 10-28-2009
A 1.3 million dollar low interest loan will help the village of Elida construct a new elevated water tower to replace an aging structure and ensure the village has a safe and relaible source of drinking water. The loan comes from the Ohio EPA's water supply revolving loan acount and will save the village an estimated 279 thousand dollars over the 20 year life of the loan. Elida's current tower was built in 1946 with a 75 thousand gallon capacity.
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A Mix of Young and Old - 10-28-2009
A mix of young and old today at Findlay High School, where local senior citizens are surrounded by students, to find out how their vote on November third could impact the school system. Local seniors invited to learn more about current issues facing Findlay city schools. Because of damage done to school buildings in the 2007 flood, Findlay schools qualified for Ohio's exceptional needs program. The schools could receive 18.
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Hardin Election - 10-28-2009
The tough economy and budget cuts have hurt programs and services at the OSU extension office in Hardin County. So election day voters there will be deciding an additional tax of a .4 mill levy for 5 years for the purpose of providing osu extension office programs and services. That's the only countywide issue. There are trustee and council races and board of education races throughout Hardin County.
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Wednesday Evening Associated Press News Minute - 10-28-2009
Here is the latest Ohio news from The Associated Press
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - The state's insurance fund for injured workers is out $20 million dollars because of ongoing problems with its prescription drug program. Ohio's inspector general says the agency responsible for the program failed to take the steps it needed to recover rebates it could have gotten from drugmakers.
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Associated Press Wednesday Morning Ohio Headlines - 10-28-2009
Latest Ohio news, sports, business and entertainment:
LIGHT BULB BACKLASH
Ohio light bulb brouhaha subject of hearing
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Ohio regulators will ask a power company to defend its plan to pay for an energy-efficient light bulb program by charging customers for the bulbs as well as any energy savings.
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Brain Injury Support Group Meets At Lima Memorial Hospital - 10-28-2009
Lima, Ohio – The traumatic brain injury (TBI) support group will meet Wednesday, Nov. 4 beginning at 6 p.m. in the Emergency Center Conference Room located on the ground floor of Lima Memorial Hospital.
This support group is for parents of children who have suffered traumatic brain injuries. Siblings and family friends are also welcome to attend. Meetings are an open discussion for parents to share their experiences with one another.
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Trick Or Treating Season Is Upon Us - 10-27-2009
Trick or treating season is upon us, and very soon, thousands of kids will take to the streets hoping to collect as much candy as they can. With so many young ones expected to be out and about this week, it is of utmost importance motorists are extra careful while driving. Lima parks and recreation director Ric Stolly says safety for kids is the number one priority and has a few tips for those willing to pass out halloween candy.
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A Local Service Club Honors A Lima Firefighter - 10-27-2009
A local service club honors a Lima firefighter for his heroism and promoting a positive image of Lima. The Sertoma Service Club and the Lima Fire Department naming Captian Jack Ulrich as this year's firefighter of the year. Ulrich was nominated because last March he was part of a crew that responded to a fire on Haller Street, used a thermal imaging device and saved a man from a smoke filled room.
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The Harrod Fire Department Called To A Barn Fire - 10-27-2009
The Harrod Fire Department called to a fully engulfed barn fire this afternoon. Firefighters responding to 29-95 Lawrence Road shortly after 3. Investigators say the fire started when the barn's owner was cutting up the building for scrap, and sparks ignited the wood. It took less than a hour to get the fire under control, and since the barn was being torn down for scrap, fire officals didn't put a price tag on the damages.
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Tuesday Evening Associated Press News Minute - 10-27-2009
Here is the latest New York news from The Associated Press
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - The wording on a proposed constitutional amendment allowing casinos in Ohio is so ambiguous, according to some lawmakers, that it could mean its tax revenues won't go to local governments as promised. Critics say that could allow the state to fill its own budget gap by taking money out of what it sends to communities.
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Oxley Named To Findlay Board of Trustees - 10-27-2009
Findlay, OhioMichael G. Oxley, former congressman and chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, has been elected to the Board of Trustees of The University of Findlay. The election took place at the Board of Trustees meeting in October.
Oxley is a member of the Baker Hostetler law firm in Washington, D.C.
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Associated Press Tuesday Afternoon Headlines - 10-27-2009
Latest Ohio news, sports, business and entertainment:
SUPREME COURT-TRUST MILL
Companies ask for reconsideration of $6.4M fine
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Two estate planning firms slammed with a record $6.4 million fine have asked the Ohio Supreme Court to reconsider their case.
The court ruled earlier this month that American Family Prepaid Legal Corp.
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Red Ribbon Week Kicks Off - 10-26-2009
It's a message kids need to hear, and local education leaders are touring Lima schools today to talk about the dangers of drugs. It's red-ribbon week, and students at Heritage Elementary got quite a treat this morning as the Lima Senior cheerleading squad led them in cheers against drug use. They also heard from Lima Mayor David Berger, Superintendent Karel Oxley, and special guest state superintendent for public education Deborah Delisle.
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Drug Suspects Arraigned - 10-26-2009
Three of the people arrested during a major drug enforcement operation last week are arraigned this afternoon. Amber and Kimberly Godsey are both charged with possession of crack cocaine, and have been given an additional specification charge because of the amount of drugs they had on them during their arrest. Jamekia Sorrels is charged with possession of crack cocaine. All three are first degree felonies.
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Red Cross Survey - 10-26-2009
A recent Red Cross survey shows the majority of Americans are taking steps to fight the h1n1 flu virus. Nearly two thirds of Americans plan on getting the swine flu vaccine. A recent pole conducted by the America Red Cross shows Americans are also taking extra meausres to cover their sneeses and coughs as well as washing their hands more carefully to avoid getting sick.
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Monday Evening Associated Press News Minute - 10-26-2009
Here is the latest Ohio news from The Associated Press
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Ohio's having trouble finding medical professionals willing to give the state advice on how best to execute condemned inmates. Attorney General Richard Cordray says his office has cast a broad net in trying to find doctors and others willing to talk to the state.
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458 Regional Postal Task Force
- 10-26-2009
458 Regional Postal Task Force
The 458 Regional Postal Task Force would like to announce the creation of a website in order to keep all residents of the region informed as to the status of the amp study and activities of the 458 regional postal task force.
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Max & Erma's Files For Protection - 10-26-2009
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Max & Erma's Inc. has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in Pittsburgh listing between $1 million and $10 million in debts.
The Columbus, Ohio-based hamburger and casual dining chain has about 80 restaurants and was bought out in April 2008 by Pittsburgh-based G&R Acquisitions. The same company also bought the Damon's Grill steak and rib chain.
Documents filed Friday in U.S.
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Associated Press Monday Ohio Headlines - 10-26-2009
Latest Ohio news, sports, business and entertainment:
GAS PRICES-OHIO
AAA: Ohio gas rises 9 cents from last week
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Ohio gasoline prices have risen another 9 cents in the last week and have gone up 33 cents since the early part of October.
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Free Flu Kits To Be Handed Out on Thursday - 10-26-2009
Lima Memorial’s Emergency Center to Offer Free Flu Protection Kits
LIMA, Ohio - Lima Memorial Health System (LMHS) wants to help protect area residents this flu season by offering free flu protection kits to the community. The kits will be available on Thursday, Oct. 29 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the EmergencyCenter lobby.
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Decision 09 - 10-25-2009
Voters in Putnam County have two county-wide issues to be decided upon on November third. A proposed tax levy replacement and increase is on the ballot for the Putnam County emergency 9-1-1 system. The one mill levy is to increase by a quarter to 1.25 mills for five years. And, all Putnam County voters will decide a renewal levy for the Putnam County mental health, alcohol, and drug addiction recovery board. The tax levy of .
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Getting Their Message Out There - 10-25-2009
Winning an election takes not only a message that is receptive to the people, but also lots of money. Political signs, asking for your support for either Dave Berger or Dan Beck for Lima's mayoral race. There are big signs. Small ones. And even ones on bus huts. Getting the message out can be costly. Both candidates have filed paperwork with the board of elections detailing the finances of their campaign.
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Making Sure Our Food Is Safe - 10-25-2009
In the past ten years, more than 16 thousand Ohioans have had food borne illnesses and senators are saying there's work being done to make sure our food is safe. Even if the Food and Drug Administration is struggling in the down economy. According to Senator Sherrod Brown, within the past decade, 16 deaths may have been prevented with a stronger, national food safety system.
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Hancock County Residents Come Out To Protect Themselves Agains h1n1 - 10-25-2009
Hundreds of Hancock County residents coming out to protect themselves and their loved ones against the h1n1 flu. The line snaked around Findlay High School property as people waited to get innoculated to protect them against the h1n1 strain. Because of hippa medical privacy laws our cameras were not allowed inside. But, Cheyanne Vasquez who attends Van Buren High School, was there along with her family to get vaccinated.
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Sunday Evening Associated Press News Minute - 10-25-2009
Here is the latest Ohio news from The Associated Press
CLEVELAND (AP) - An Ohio man is talking about the role he played in a World War II version of trick or treat that helped shape the epic engagement's outcome. The trick was setting up phony, inflatable tanks, trucks and artillery under cover of darkness, then using loudspeakers to simulate the sounds of troop and vehicle movement. The treat: the real attack.
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Poll Results Indicate Support For Casinio Ballot - 10-25-2009
Some of the results of a poll released Sunday that found Ohio voters continue to support a Nov. 3 ballot proposal to put casinos in four cities:
-57 percent support the proposal, 39 percent oppose it and 4 percent were undecided or didn't know.
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Boy Dies After Mother Beats Him With Hairbrush and Belt - 10-25-2009
CLEVELAND (AP) - Police in Cleveland say a 5-year-old boy has died after his mother beat him following his attempt to get her attention by pulling on her dress.
Arshon Baker died one day after being hospitalized with head injuries and cuts, bruises and burns over his body.
Police arrested the boy's 24-year-old mother and held her on suspicion of felonious assault.
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"Kristallnacht," Workshop In Lima - 10-25-2009
Temple Beth Israel-Shaare Zedek will commemorate the Night of Broken Glass, or "Kristallnacht," which occurred in November, 1938, during the weekend of November 6-8, 2009. Rabbi Javier Cattapan will commemorate Kristallnacht during a Sabbath Service on Friday, November 6th at 8:00 pm.The public is welcome to attend the service and reception following.
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Associated Press Sunday Afternoon Headlines - 10-25-2009
Latest Ohio news, sports, business and entertainment:
GHOST ARMY
Ohio man helped coordinate WWII "Ghost Army"
CLEVELAND (AP) - An Ohio man is talking about the role he played in a World War II version of trick or treat that helped shape the epic engagement's outcome.
William Anderson of Kent in northeast Ohio was a member of the U.S.
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Associated Press Saturday Ohio Headlines - 10-24-2009
Latest Ohio news, sports, business and entertainment:
HOME SALES-MIDWESTERN CITIES
September home sales in Cleveland worst in Midwest region
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - Reports released Friday show September home sales in Cleveland were the worst in the Midwest region, falling almost 12 percent from a year ago.
The median sales price was stable, gaining almost 2 percent to $116,000.
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Where the Wild Things Are – PG
- 10-23-2009
Review by David Adams
The Story
Nine-year-old rambunctious Max (Max Records) builds a snow igloo.From it, he fires snowballs at teenage sister Claire (Pepita Emmerichs) and her friends.
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Couples Retreat – PG-13
Review by David Adams
- 10-23-2009
The Story
Four couples, all friends, fly to Eden West, a New Age Polynesian resort where, according to director Monsieur Marcel (Jean Reno), “couples create a tower of solitude.”Only Jason and Cynthia (Jason Bateman, Kristen Bell) want counseling.
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Lawmakers May Allow Advertising On School Buses - 10-23-2009
With many schools struggling to pass levies, unique ways of funding are being explored to help them keep their heads above water financially.
Everywhere you look, chances are you will see an advertisement. And there is good reason: they can be a very important source of income.
But soon you could be seeing advertisments where you might least expect them: on your child's school bus.
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Chamber Of Commerce Trying To Help Find Jobs - 10-23-2009
It's one of the toughest job markets this country has seen in years, but the Lima-Allen County Chamber of Commerce is hoping its latest efforts will make things a little easier.
Thanks to the Chamber's Education committee, comprised of educators from all over Allen County, an online survey is being sent to all Chamber members.
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Commissioners' Meeting Has Light Agenda - 10-23-2009
A few light items on the agenda at today's Allen County Commissioners' meeting.
One action taken was a supplemental appropriation for the sheriff's drug law enforcement fund.
That money comes from the sale of items confiscated in raids.
The money is split betweent the sheriff's office and Lima police department.
Bassitt says one of the best things about the money is the flexibility it offers.
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Friday Evening Associated Press Newsminutes - 10-23-2009
KETTERING, Ohio (AP) - A suburban Dayton physician faces conspiracy charges in an alleged murder-for-hire scheme targeting his ex-wife. The Dayton Daily News reports bail has been set at $3 million for Shafik Ahmad, who was arrested after investigators say he paid an informant to kill the woman.
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - The state's housing market softened last month even as home resales nationwide saw their largest monthly jump in 26 years.
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Associated Press Friday Morning Ohio Headlines - 10-23-2009
Latest Ohio news, sports, business and entertainment:
RUNAWAY CONVERT
Ohio Runaway tells investigators she was beaten
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) - The Ohio teenager who ran away from her Muslim parents to live with a Christian family in Florida told investigators her father struck her and planned to arrange her marriage.
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Local And Federal Authorities Make Early Morning Drug Busts - 10-22-2009
While many Lima residents were asleep this morning, federal and local authorities were arresting alleged drug dealers all over town.
The FBI, Lima police department, and Allen County Sheriff's office worked in partnership to arrest 16 individuals overnight at 14 different locations.
The investigation lasted more than 2 years, examining the crack and powder cocaine trade in Lima.
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Citizens React To Drug Busts In Lima - 10-22-2009
At least one resident who lives across the street from one of the men arrested applauded law enforcement's actions.
Chris Banks tells Your News Now he just wants a safe environment for his 2 and 4 year old to grow up.
While Banks was happy with the operation, at least one resident was not.
A Lima woman claims authorities targeted her for arrest and then realized they had the wrong woman.
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H1N1 Flu Vaccince Arrives In Allen County - 10-22-2009
After weeks of waiting, the H1N1 flu vaccine is in Allen County and ready to be given to residents next week.
Appointments to receive the vaccine will start Monday at the Health Department and run Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 4:30 PM.
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Thursday Evening Associated Press Newsminutes - 10-22-2009
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - It turns out that a state health department supervisor fired in 2008 for allegedly harassing women employees had shown similar behavior at a previous job. State investigative records show John Francis was accused of harassment when he was an instructor at Columbus State Community College. Francis denies the allegations.
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Search For Board of Trustees For PSA 3 - 10-22-2009
PSA 3 Agency on Aging in Lima is seeking candidates for its Advisory Council and Board of Trustees. These individuals would represent each of the 7 counties served including Allen, Auglaize, Hancock, Hardin, Mercer, Putnam, and Van Wert counties.
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Seasonal Flu Vaccines To Be Offered By Mercer Health - 10-22-2009
Renee Kinney, RN, Director of Wellness Services, announced today that Mercer Health will begin offering seasonal flu vaccines beginning on Tuesday, October 27, the Briarwood Village, Coldwater, from 10 to noon and at the Burkettsville Peoples Bank from 2 to 4 pm.
Kinney says, “We have received a limited number of vaccines, but we hope to offer several clinics next week.
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Associated Press Ohio Thursday Afternoon Headlines - 10-22-2009
Latest Ohio news, sports, business and entertainment:
HEALTH AGENCY-HARASSMENT
Ohio official fired over alleged harassment
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - A review by The Associated Press finds that a biochemist who had been previously investigated and sued for sexual harassment was hired as a top aide at the Ohio Department of Health, where he lost his job over similar allegations.
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H1N1 (Swine) Flu Vaccine Available in AllenCounty
- 10-22-2009
LIMA – This week, H1N1 vaccine is slated toarrive in area physicians’ and health care providers’ offices in AllenCounty, as well as in the Allen County Health Department. Residents who are in the high risk priority groups can check with their health care provider or call the Allen County Health Department to schedule an appointment for the H1N1 vaccine.
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Land Banking - 10-21-2009
Land banking has been used by the city of Lima for years, but now Allen County could soon have the same opportunity. A house and senate bill has been introduced in Columbus that would allow an additional 28 counties to land bank. The current state statute only only allows Cuyahoga County to do this.
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Auto Theft In The U.S. Has Fallen To The Lowest Rate In 20 Years - 10-21-2009
The old assumption there's a connection between the economy and crime rates doesn't always hold true auto theft in the United States has fallen to the lowest rate in 20 years. In Lima the number of stolen vehicles has actually decreased about 17 percent from 2008. Currently, the Lima police department has 112 reports of vehiclethefts in the city this year. Last year at this time the number was 135.
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Carter Courtroom News - 10-21-2009
The man accused of beating a woman at a local gas station is back in court today. 42 year old William T. Carter led into Judge Richard Warren's courtroom wearing handcuffs for a pre-trial hearing. Authorities say on May 27th, Carter robbed the Rich gas station at the corner of North Main and Grand Avenue, and attacked a female clerk. Prosecutors say Carter repeatedly punched the woman and tied a belt around her neck, choking her.
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Wednesday Evening Associated Press News Minute - 10-21-2009
Here is the latest Ohio news from The Associated Press
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) - A black woman at the center of a 2007 torture case that raised questions of racism in West Virginia now says she lied about being a victim. Megan Williams's Ohio lawyer says she'll detail what really happened tomorrow. The prosecutor who handled the case dismisses the new claim.
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - The state House is fast-tracking a delay in a planned income tax cut.
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New Ohio License Plates Put Into Circulation - 10-21-2009
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - More than 1 million new Ohio license plates that the state stashed away amid economic concerns are going into circulation.
Officials said Tuesday that the colorful plates with images of a barn and a Wright brothers plane will be offered as an alternative to the state's familiar red, white and blue plates, starting Nov. 23. The cost will be the same: $2.50.
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Associated Press Wednesday Ohio Headlines - 10-21-2009
Latest Ohio news, sports, business and entertainment:
MILITARY PLOT
Man in Ohio terror case sentenced to 20 yrs.
TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) - A federal judge in Ohio has sentenced a man to 20 years in prison for a terrorist plot that the government said targeted U.S. troops.
Mohammad Amawi had faced up to life in prison.
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The Divide On Lima City Council Got A Little Wider - 10-20-2009
The divide on Lima city council got a little bit wider today as first ward councilman Ray Magnus responds to a letter sent to the media by council president John Nixon. Magnus has sued fellow councilmen Tom Tebben and Kyle Lewis claiming violation of the open meeting law. Nixon in his letter says targeting Lewis right before his reelection bid is quote, "a cheap political trick".
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Jones Faces Two Charges - 10-20-2009
The white supremacist accused of threatening Lima's N.A.A.C.P. president Jason Upthegrove appears in court today. Daniel Lee Jones of Portland, Oregon was arraigned in Toledo federal district court this afternoon. He faces two charges, mailing threatening communications and interfering with federally protected activities.
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Patterson Given A Million Dollar Bond - 10-20-2009
The Findlay man accused of shooting his neighbor to death is given a million dollar bond. Findlay municipal court Judge Kevin Smith gave Corenelius Patterson the large bond during his arraignment because of the seriousness of the crime. The 30 year old Patterson is accused of killing 26 year old David Snyder early Sunday morning. Detectives say officers were intially called to the men's apartment complex on Jennifer Lane for a shooting and burglary.
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Tuesday Evening Associated Press News Minute - 10-20-2009
Here is the latest Ohio news from The Associated Press
TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) - Federal prosecutors are asking a judge to deal a life sentence to a man convicted of plotting to recruit and train terrorists to kill U.S. soldiers in Iraq. Sentencing hearings are being held this week in Toledo for Mohammad Amawi and two other men.
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Former OSU QB Says Casinios Bad For The State - 10-20-2009
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Former Ohio State quarterback Art Schlichter says a November ballot proposal to build casinos is bad for the state.
Schlichter, who played for the Buckeyes between 1978 and 1981 and whose career in the NFL was derailed by a gambling addiction, said Tuesday he wants Ohioans to consider how the state will handle an increase in crime and addictions if the casinos are built.
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Federal Government Studies Swine Flu and Those With Asthma - 10-20-2009
CLEVELAND (AP) - The federal government has begun a study of how much swine flu vaccine to give to people with asthma.
Asthma sufferers are considered a group at higher risk of complications from swine flu, but medication taken by many asthmatics may interfere with the vaccine. Dr. Serpil Erzurum, the study coordinator at the Cleveland Clinic, says the goal is to find the right dosage for them.
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Akron Area Joins Text Ban While Driving - 10-20-2009
AKRON, Ohio (AP) - The county that includes Akron has become the latest area in Ohio to ban text messaging while driving.
The measure approved by the Summit County Council on Monday carries $150 fines for violators caught reading or sending text messages from behind the wheel of a moving vehicle.
It's the first countywide texting ban in Ohio.
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Associated Press Ohio Morning Headlines - 10-20-2009
Latest Ohio news, sports, business and entertainment:
MILITARY PLOT
2 men face sentencing in Ohio terror case
TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) - A federal judge in Ohio is set to sentence two men for plotting to recruit and train terrorists to kill American soldiers in Iraq.
The pair face up to life in prison at their sentencing hearings today in Toledo.
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The Investigation Continues Into A Findlay Murder - 10-19-2009
The investigation continues into a murder in Findlay Sunday morning, where the suspect was arrested in Toledo. Findlay police responded to a burglary call at 22 hundred Jennifer Lane early Sunday morning. Upon arrival, police discovered 26 year old David Snyder, of Findlay had been shot. Snyder was transported to Blanchard Valley hospital where he was pronounced dead.
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Senator Brown Shows His Support - 10-19-2009
Senator Sherrod Brown shows his support for Findlay area flood prevention efforts by touring the city devastated by flooding in August of 2007. And now officials believe it's time to put a stop to the flooding U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown agrees visiting the city to tour the remaining flood damage and get updates on recovery and mitigation efforts.
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Strickland Pays A Visit To Heidleberg Baumfolder Corporation - 10-19-2009
Governor Ted Strickland in the area today. Strickland payin a visit to Heidleberg Baumfolder Corporation in Sidney. The german owned company manufactures printing presses and folding machines. Strickland toured the plant and took time to discuss the education reform measures included in the state budget.
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Monday Evening Associated Press News Minute - 10-19-2009
Here is the latest Ohio news from The Associated Press
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Booksellers make their case tomorrow before the state Supreme Court that a law aimed at protecting kids from predators and online porn steps on adults' free speech rights. The state says the statute does not affect material posted to Web sites or sent using popular online platforms.
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Indiana Stands To Lose Millions If Ohio Casino Law Passes - 10-19-2009
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) - Indiana's state government could lose more than $200 million in casino tax revenue if casinos are approved in Kentucky and Ohio.
That's what a fiscal analyst from the state's Legislative Services Agency told a group of lawmakers on Monday.
Proposals in Ohio would authorize four full-fledged casinos and allow more than 17,000 slot machines at the state's pari-mutuel horse tracks.
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Debate Begins On Legislative Pay Cuts - 10-19-2009
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - House lawmakers plan to begin debating a bill that would freeze the final round of planned income tax cuts and cut legislators' pay by 5 percent.
The House Finance and Appropriations Committee expects to take up the legislation in a first hearing this afternoon (Monday).
Delaying the final 4.2 percent reduction in income taxes across all tax brackets would bring in an estimated $850 million in revenue.
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Associated Press Monday Ohio Headlines - 10-19-2009
Latest Ohio news, sports, business and entertainment:
CHILD PROTECTION LAW-FREE SPEECH
Booksellers challenge Ohio Internet law
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - A group representing booksellers and others is arguing before the Ohio Supreme Court that a law meant to protect children from online pornography and predators is outlawing some forms of adult free speech on Web sites, listservs and chat rooms.
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National Bus Safety Week - 10-18-2009
Tomorrow marks the beginning of national bus safety week. The nags of the school bus driver, many know what they tell kids to do is important but do people actually follow school bus safety guidelines. In Oregon last year, police say an eleven year old boy was late getting to the bus and when running to it he tripped on his bookbag landing on the street where he was then struck and killed by the rear tires of a school bus.
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Senator Brown Scheduled To Tour Findlay Flood Damage - 10-18-2009
U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown will tour Findlay flood damage and receive updates on mitigation efforts on Monday, after working to bring millions of federal funds to the area. The tour will begin near the Main Street bridge in Findlay which was completely under water during the August of 2007 flood. Earlier this month Senator Brown helped secure an additional 1.5 million dollars in recovery effort funds through a national emergency grant.
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