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Realty prices fall in Butler County

by Lisa Switzer in Community

Realty prices fall in Butler County
lthough the country is in a recession, now may be the time to purchase real estate. According to Barb Chasteen, president-elect of the Middletown Board of Realtors, prices are low enough that it is the best time to buy. "People that need to sell are being very free-willing with the pricing and you're going to get better pricing now more than ever," Chasteen said.… Post the First Comment

Food pantry remains cautious in wake of salmonella outbreak

by Allison Mitchell in Community

The Oxford Community Choice Pantry is remaining cautious stocking its shelves after salmonella outbreaks surfaced throughout Ohio. Shared Harvest, a food bank that provides food pantries, such as the Choice Pantry, with surplus grocery products, has halted its shipment of peanut butter products since the salmonella scare started, according to Mike Johnson, manager of the Choice Pantry.… Post the First Comment

Gov. proposes ban on corporal punishment

by Sam Kay in Community

Gov. Ted Strickland hopes to end the practice of physically punishing students in Ohio public schools with a new ban. The measure is included in his comprehensive educational reform plan, announced with the state budget Feb. 2. Amanda Wurst, spokesperson for the governor, said the governor feels physically punishing students is not a good way to prepare them for being members of society.… 1 Comment

United States Postal Service sees revenue decline in poor economy

by Vince Alexander in Community

United States Postal Service sees revenue decline in poor economy
With fewer pieces of mail being sent every day, the economic crisis has now reached the U.S. Postal Service. Ray Jacobs, eastern area United States Postal Service (USPS) regional spokesperson, said the USPS is prepared to see a loss of up to $6 billion this year, with fewer pieces of mail sent last year due to the proliferation of e-mail and other communication methods.… 1 Comment

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