TODAY
IS MONDAY, JULY 2,
2012 - THAT'S MY OPINION
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Protecting the people from their choices
By Bob Robinson
The most controversial issue of the Obama Administration is the
Affordable Care Act that was recently upheld by the U.S. Supreme Court.
There are other regulations coming out of Washington that are equally
destructive, but this one has been in the limelight since ex-House
Speaker Nancy Pelosi said “I guess we’ll find out what’s in it after we
pass it.” Now we know what’s in it. To set the record straight, I
believe as many others do: the current health care system is broken.
The... Read
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STATE SENATOR KEITH FABER |
Taking on the Threat of Human Trafficking
The spring season was a busy time for the General Assembly as state
lawmakers took up a full slate of bills before entering the
summer. Reforms focused on education, job growth, energy
development and government efficiency took center stage at the
Statehouse in recent months, and I am happy to report that Ohio’s
economic success continues to pick up steam. While a great... Read
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GREENVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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WWII Subject For Library’s “First Friday”
A real treat is in store for WWII buffs and fire arms aficionados.
Dennis Sullivan will have his extensive collection of WWII memorabilia
on display in the Greenville Public Library from 2:00 to 6:00 on Friday
July 6th. He’ll be present in full military dress to answer
questions and to help educate the public about his display as well as
his re-enactment activities. Dennis... Read
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DARKE COUNTY CANCER ASSOCIATION
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Wayne Cancer Program Director to Speak
Dr. Daniel McKellar to speak at Annie Oakley Golf Tournament July 23
Dr. Daniel McKellar was born in northern California and attended the
University of California, receiving a bachelor’s degree with honors in
biochemistry in 1982. He then attendee Loyola university, Stritch
School of Medicine and received his medical degree in 1987. At
Loyola he received the President’s Medallion, the... Read
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NASCAR |
Yahoo Sports
Keselowski wins third race of the season
SPARTA, Ky.- For a track already infamous for concrete-thick gridlock
outside the grandstands, Kentucky gave us a race on Saturday night as
wide open as rush hour on a holiday. Brad Keselowski proved he’s not
just a legit Chase contender but a potential championship one, winning
his third race of the year while driving a backup... Read
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ATTORNEY GENERAL MIKE DEWINE
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Ohioans can now Register for Blue Alerts
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine announced today
that Ohioans can now get Blue Alert information sent directly to their
cell phone, email or fax machine. The Ohio Blue Alert system went into
effect earlier this month. Similar to an AMBER Alert, which
notifies the public of a kidnapped child, a Blue Alert will rapidly
broadcast information to the public advising... Read
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UNEMPLOYMENT UP, SALES DOWN
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Townhall Finance...
Only 1-in-10 Finds Work, Middle-Aged Workers Hit Hardest
by Bob Beauprez
At the White House on June 8, 2012 Barack Obama uttered six words that
will forever haunt and define him; “the private sector is doing
fine.” His absurd statement came on the heels of a horrific
May jobs report, an increase in the unemployment rate to 8.2%,
retail sales declined... Read
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FROM
THE EDITOR... ON THE INSIDE - TODAY IS MONDAY, JULY 2,
2012 |
Eagles
Shade Road Independence Day fireworks has been postponed until tonight
(Monday) at 10 p.m. The bands won’t be there but you’ll still get the
biggest fireworks show in Darke County. Join us!! Power is back on!!!
Thank goodness! Lots of news coming. Tops on the list are all the
Independence Day celebrations throughout the County. In addition to
tonight, on Wednesday check out the celebrations at Ansonia and New
Madison. In Blogs, commentary on Obamacare; Events: County Offices Closed on July 4; in Letters: Council should vote yes for Trilogy; News: A doctor on health care in the U.S.; and in Sports: report on Paterno covering for Sandusky, Eldora results and a Bengals feature. In Obituaries: Veda (Bailey) Kelly. For
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