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Abuse of pain pills remains a problem
September 12, 2012 Illegal drugs such as heroin, crack cocaine, “bath salts,” and the like are serious problems in Ohi. more »»
It’s good fortune for US taxpayers
September 11, 2012 Several county government officials noted the misfortune at possibly having to return $39,000 in federal grant funding awarded back in 2011. more »»
Keep an eye on defense contracts
September 10, 2012 As much as $50 billion a year could be saved for U.S. taxpayers by providing better oversight over contractors hired by the military, U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., has claimed. more »»
Don’t let Barr off the hook
September 6, 2012 Too often, investigations of misbehavior by government officials end once they resign, frequently maintaining their innocence. more »»
Freedom of religion is not a cover for violence
September 4, 2012 One of the most abused foundations of our liberty as Americans is the concept of freedom of religion. more »»
Adults shud set gud xmpl bhind d wheel
August 31, 2012 A statewide ban on texting — or otherwise using a handheld electronic device — while driving went into effect today. more »»
Federal spending has to be reduced
August 30, 2012 Trillion. We encounter that word frequently these days, especially as the presidential election heats up. But how often do we really use it? Almost neve. more »»
EDL is a viable option; just keep it a choice
August 29, 2012 Enhanced driver licenses seem like a good option, as long as they would remain that — an option. State Rep. more »»
America has lost a true hero
August 28, 2012 Too many of the events Americans who lived through the second half of the 20th century remember with crystal clarity, as if they occurred yesterday, were tragedies. more »»
Former Ohio supt. should reimburse the public
August 27, 2012 “I just didn’t know how else to do it,” former Ohio state school Superintendent Stan Heffner told investigators looking into the scandal that forced him to resign earlier this summer. more »»
Eliminate sex slavery in Ohio
August 26, 2012 Girls younger than 12 years old are being brutalized by the predators who operate the illicit sex trade in Ohio. more »»
Campaign eyes ways to retain students
August 24, 2012 Higher education usually leads to greater income and often a better quality of life for those who benefit from it. more »»
Auditor should review details of loan deal
August 22, 2012 State Auditor Dave Yost is right to wonder why a panel seeking repayment of a $5 million government loan is shutting his office out of the proces. more »»
75 years of leading people to change
August 17, 2012 Many people who have hiked the entire length of the Appalachian Trail, including some Ohio residents, have said the experience changed their lives. more »»
Natural gas study is worth pursuing
August 16, 2012 NCORcog hopes to study the feasibility of converting some vehicles owned by local governments to run on natural gas. It’s an idea that has merit — but which largely hinges on costs. more »»
Board in awkward spot over revenues
August 15, 2012 Budget cuts at the state level again have put Seneca County commissioners in an awkward position. more »»
Improve students’ diet, but don’t starve schools
August 14, 2012 The lead paragraph from The Associated Press health beat story likely had some grownups scratching their heads. more »»
Delayed payments can lead to rash spending
August 13, 2012 To some people, the chief financial problem for the U.S. Postal Service is the requirement it pre-fund health care benefits promised to future retirees. more »» |
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