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Reps. Ryan, Wilson face weak challengers

Opinion: Republicans have candidates for congressional seats held by U.S. Reps. Tim Ryan and Charlie Wilson, but neither appear to be serious threats to the Democratic incumbents.

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Chevy Centre a hard nut for city to crack

Opinion: Youngstown city officials face a big decision in the coming months as to what they’ll do with its Chevrolet Centre.


And the winners are ... (wait) ... (wait) ...

Opinion: “The waiting is the hardest part.”


Rudy and Mitt unlikely to kiss and make up

Opinion: When asked about the verbal attacks between him and Mitt Romney, Rudy Giuliani is almost dismissive.


Vooting is a chore - c-h-o-r-e!

Opinion: The following is based on a true story.


New buzz in the Valley on regionalization

Opinion: Regionalization is a popular buzzword among those in the Mahoning Valley who are either in government or want to reform it.


Judgeship hopefuls put best letters forward

Opinion: The impending retirement of Mahoning County Probate Judge Timothy P. Maloney allows Ted Strickland to make his third judicial appointment in the Mahoning Valley during his first year as governor.


Mayoral race in Campbell has new twist

Opinion: Only a few weeks ago it looked like F. Anthony Fontes was going to give Campbell Mayor John Dill a serious challenge and quite possibly beat the incumbent next month.


State Auditor Taylor in GOP spotlight

Opinion: State Auditor Taylor in GOP spotlight


Getting from Y'town to Florida is a heady experience

Opinion: My apologies to my fan for not having a column last week. My grandmother passed away and I was in Florida last week for the funeral and to be with family.


Political winds of change sweep through Struthers

Opinion: The results from Tuesday's Democratic primary in Struthers were quite surprising. Most readers


Officeholders' cookie-cutter releases lack originality

Opinion: I doubt this is a case of great minds thinking alike. I received e-mails from four Ohio House


Gerberry's political dream on verge of coming true

Opinion: Mahoning County Recorder Ronald Gerberry never wanted to leave the state Legislature. But Gerberry


For Patton, Carano, consolation prizes are gold

Opinion: "You can't always get what you want. But if you try sometimes you might find you get what you need."


Here's some news to tickle your funny bone

Opinion: I think I'm somewhat funny despite the opinions of my family, friends, co-workers, people I deal