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Suggests EP residents consider local law firm

To the editor: Staying abreast of the recent railroad tragedy and knowing some of the citizens affected in East Palestine, I recently read in “The Review” about the legal clinic held by the River Valley Organizing, Timothea Deeter, to assist residents. It was rightfully stated, “Residents have been leery of legal talks as law firms descended on East Palestine and bombarded social media with posts pitching their services.” It continued, “Residents didn’t know who was trustworthy.” The article closed with Deeter stating, “It’s up to each resident to decide what the best ...

County GOP chairman urges ‘yes’ vote on Issue 1

Dear Editor: I am urging county voters to vote “yes” on Issue One in the upcoming special election of August 8th (early voting beginning July 11th) if only to protect Ohio’s state constitution from out of state special interests like that of leftist billionaire George Soros. By voting “yes” in Issue One, all 88 Ohio counties will have to participate in petition signature submittals for constitutional ballot amendments. This ensures that not just the big urban areas of the state impose such ballot amendments upon us without all of Ohio’s 88 counties knowing about it and ...

Affordable Connectivity Program is essential

To the editor:  In about one year it is projected that a pivotal federal broadband program, the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), will run out of funding, hurting not only the nearly 1 million Ohio households that currently depend on the program to stay connected, but also rural households here in Columbiana County that will rely upon the ACP’s existence to spur broadband infrastructure investment in areas that still lack access. The ACP plays a critical role in our state’s efforts to close the digital divide and get more folks online, it’s why Governor DeWine has pointed ...

State Rep provides electric rate information

To the editor: I have recently heard concerns from constituents in the 79th District regarding the electric rate increases that went into effect on June 1, 2023. As we head into the summer months and we worry about the hottest days ahead, I wanted to provide information on the latest increase and energy choice in Ohio. The rate changes follow a trend of increases that align closely with customers of the state’s other electric distributors. In Ohio, the standard service offer (SSO) is the default rate for generation supply that an electric distribution utility charges a customer who ...

Concerned about the healthcare cuts

To the editor: As the former Mayor of Columbiana, and Current County Treasurer, I know that access to affordable, high-quality healthcare is essential for the well-being of our residents. However, I am concerned that recent legislation brought up in Congress threatens healthcare in rural and underserved communities. Specifically, I am concerned about cuts to the 340B program, which allows eligible hospitals to purchase and provide outpatient prescription drugs at discounted prices. In turn, the program lowers the cost of medication for patients and allows hospitals with limited ...

Ohioans have big decision coming

To the editor: Thanks to the passage of Ohio House Joint Resolution One Ohioans have a vital decision to make on August 8. This special election will determine whether the Ohio Constitution will be a contract between the citizens and the government, or if amendments to the Ohio constitution will continue to be a way to bypass the legislature. Constitutions are outlines of the government’s duties to the citizens and the limitations of the government’s powers. Constitutional amendments change the relationship between the government and the citizens, as well as the government’s ...