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Capital News: How did he get the pills, and why not let him die?

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by Marc KovacCapital Bureau ChiefColumbus — One night earlier this month, state prison officials rushed an inmate to the hospital after he tried to kill himself.Doctors were able to counter the attempted drug overdose, and the inmate regained... Read Story.

Front Row Seat: Talented musician also possessed sense of humor

March 14, 2010

Talented musician also possessed sense of humor Musician Jim Traxler said he first met the late James F. Meyers when Mr. Meyers went on a mission/concert trip to Romania several years ago. He said Mr. Meyers, a cellist, orchestra director and a... Read Story.

Capital News: More thoughts on the ongoing Dann saga

March 14, 2010

More thoughts on the ongoing Dann saga Columbus -- A few thoughts following the latest chapter in the still-kicking Marc Dann saga: * Is there any remaining doubt that Dann, forced to resign following sexual harassment allegations against one of his... Read Story.

Letter: Says that employee unions are necessary

March 14, 2010

Says that employee unions are necessary I have just read and also heard on the radio about Mayor Robart's question about whether it is time to eliminate unions in Cuyahoga Falls. I think unions are necessary because I believe employers would never give... Read Story.

Letter: Offers thoughts on village dog ordinance

March 14, 2010

Offers thoughts on village dog ordinance My thanks to our Village Council for protecting us (and our dogs) from other dogs. While I was concerned about our village allowing auxiliary police officers to carry guns and the subsequent liability to our... Read Story.

Letter: Says Councilor is 'honest, self-sacrificing'

March 14, 2010

Says Councilor is 'honest, self-sacrificing' Many of us are concerned that the property that was State Road Shopping Center be developed in such a way that it will enrich our community. I will not give my opinion of the developing plans because I know... Read Story.

On the Mark: Red-faced about Facebook stance

March 7, 2010

Red-faced about Facebook stance Chomp. Chomp. Chomp. That's me eating my words about electronic communication and Facebook. Admittedly, I had some issues with that particular medium after my grandkids signed me up. First, less than flattering pictures... Read Story.

Capital News: What's the holdup on prohibition against texting while driving?

March 7, 2010

What's the holdup on prohibition against texting while driving? Columbus -- There are some bills introduced at the Statehouse that seem like no-brainers. Like the one the Ohio Senate passed last week that would stop crooked public officials from... Read Story.

Letter: Says unions 'grew out of need'

March 7, 2010

Says unions 'grew out of need' I was a 30-year-old father of six when I was hired into the Cuyahoga Falls Fire Department in June 1962. I managed to work 29 years before I retired as a lieutenant with a disability pension. Mayor Robart stated Feb. 24... Read Story. 1 comment

Letter: Objects to State Road tax deal

March 7, 2010

Objects to State Road tax deal Kudos to City Councilmember Carol Klinger for her stance on the State Road development. Taxpayers should ask themselves -- why are we giving Stark Enterprises the privilege of using our money (of the purchase price, 75... Read Story. 2 comments

Letter: Leaders accountable for plaza 'mess'

March 7, 2010

Leaders accountable for plaza 'mess' What is it that our President Barack Hussein Obama and Mayor Don Robart have in common? The answer is that our president put us into massive debt, and Mayor Robart put the city of Cuyahoga Falls into massive debt.... Read Story.

Letter: Says 'there is no shame in being gay'

March 7, 2010

Says 'there is no shame in being gay' I have a bone to pick with the churches of today who think being gay is some sort of sin. It has been well-documented that roughly 10 percent of the world is gay. They were born that way and God doesn't make junk.... Read Story.

Freeman of the Press: Olympics is surprisingly compelling

February 28, 2010

Olympics is surprisingly compelling Normally I don't watch Winter Olympics beyond some figure skating, but with snow piled several feet high outside and temperatures below freezing, why not? The first event I watched was women's hockey. The U.S. team... Read Story.

Capital News: Eight dates with death, and counting

February 28, 2010

Eight dates with death, and counting Columbus -- All you crooks might want to think twice before bumping somebody off in Ohio. Because the state now has a proven method for putting murderers to death quickly, and seemingly without pain, and a long line... Read Story.

Village News: Winter days in the village

February 28, 2010

Winter days in the village Ice-skating on a glassy-smooth Silver Lake is a memory I will always cherish. Skating all the way to the island, hot chocolate in the boat house, kids setting up make-shift hockey rinks and playing for hours, all are magical... Read Story.

Letter:'Disappointed' in Councilor's stance

February 28, 2010

'Disappointed' in Councilor's stance I am disappointed that Cuyahoga Falls City Councilmember Mrs. Carol Klinger, with all of her financial credentials, has chosen to ignore the realities of finance and commerce. First, it is generally agreed that the... Read Story. 1 comment

Capital News: The ongoing late license fee saga

February 21, 2010

The ongoing late license fee saga <FEFF>Columbus -- Gov. Ted Strickland recently weighed in on the ongoing brouhaha over those new late fees being levied against anyone more than seven days late in renewing driver's licenses or vehicle plates. His... Read Story.

Guest Column: Lenten season asks us to renew our 'inner selves'

February 21, 2010

Lenten season asks us to renew our 'inner selves' by the Rev. Brian S. Suntken Rector, Christ Church Episcopal, Hudson In the Episcopal Book of Common Prayer, one will read, "Create and make in us new and contrite hearts." This ringing phrase of the... Read Story.

On the Mark: Special week to celebrate random acts of kindness

February 21, 2010

Special week to celebrate random acts of kindness When was the last time someone did something kind to you? Better yet, when was the last time you did something kind for someone else? We're giving you a chance to catch up on your kindness opportunities... Read Story.

THUMBS UP (Feb. 14)

February 21, 2010

THUMBS UP ... to the two Walsh Jesuit High School teams that recently swept the top awards at the Miniature Bridge Building competition at the University of Akron. The team of Anthony Musso, Alex Bergsneider, and Joe Sinopoli won first place in the load... Read Story.

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