andrew0816

Here is the response that I got back from State Representative Jay Goyal: And then the response I got from State Senator Bill Harris:

I sent an e-mail to my state representative and senator in Portage as well as the ones in Richland. This is what I sent to Senator Bill Harris (R-Ashland): Also, I was wondering that as well. I know that you said that it depends on if it goes through Akron or not, but one of the graphics that you provided confused me. It showed the Akron alternative, but it looked like the stop would still be in Galion.

This is true. In the letters I have sent him about rail he always maintains the, "I am a fiscal conservative and my party doesn't want to subsidize rail," line. Nevermind the fact that highways are more costly than rail and we subsidize those. I was really hoping that a strong opponent would challenge him in 2008, however, that didn't happen. I can't blame the people in the 4th congressional district for choosing Jordan over his opponent. Hopefully I can convince some other people in his district to contact him and tell him how we all want rail and think that it could benefit our region (and Mansfield in particular). And Hootenany, I am pretty sure that the mayor of Mansfield and several city council members support rail and want it in Mansfield (the majority of them being Democrats). As for the rest of the 4th district; it is historically conservative (I don't think that a democrat has won the district since the 1920's).

Too bad no one of any substance has ran against him (well, not in 2008 at least). I am thinking about registering back in Richland (I registered in Portage when I started KSU) so I can keep on hounding him about rail and public transportation in general.

Good luck getting Jordan on board. This is what he said to me when I asked him about why he voted against rail (HR 6003).

Thanks everyone!

That Mansfield is one sexy midsized city! Thanks for the photos Ink!

Some from Cleveland: 1. Detroit Shoreway area 2. Tremont (not old, but...) 3. 4. In Mansfield (The Flats): 5. 6. 7.

This is a small part of the Ashland University Wetland Reserve (which encompasses around 300 acres of land on the border of Ashland and Richland counties). 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22.

86 Newman Tech workers lose jobs By LISA MILLER • News Journal • February 13, 2009 MANSFIELD -- Newman Technology has reduced its work force by 86 people, citing unprecedented economic hardships throughout Ohio. [email protected] 419-521-7240 25 jobs eliminated at PECO II in Galion By TERRICHA BRADLEY • News Journal • February 12, 2009 GALION -- Because of the poor economy and less demand for services, a communications company in Crawford County eliminated positions this month. [email protected] 419-521-7233

^still, I think that it would be a last resort. I am sure they can find a way to keep 911.

Yes, it should be legal (as well as regulated and taxed).

^I haven't heard anything about that. I don't things have gotten that bad, yet. I just really hope that my mom doesn't lose her job and that GM stays open. If it were to close, that would set off a round of other closings/layoffs (Jay Industries, Newman Tech, etc.). Not to mention the repercussions it might have on retail and other business in the area.

Looks like my mom might lose her job... :cry: Sheriff: $2.2M in budget cuts too much By LISA MILLER • News Journal • February 11, 2009 MANSFIELD -- Richland County Sheriff Steve Sheldon said the commissioners' request to cut his budget by $2.2 million is excessive. [email protected] 419-521-7240

Haha, no prob. I have watched so many movies this past week, it's crazy. lol.

Yea, it's really nice. Also, on your Netflix account you add movies to your queue and when you return the movies they automatically send you the other movies in your queue (the number of movies depends on your subscription). If you want to try it out, sign up for there 2 week free trail.

^Haha, sorry. I only go to the library for movies when they have the ones I want, why spend money when you don't have to? lol. Netflix is good for hard to find movies (like foreign and indie films) and they also have some that you can just watch from their site, although the selection is more limited. Also, the movies are delivered to you in one business day, so the wait isn't that bad.

When I am in Mansfield, I go to the library or to Hollywood Video. Up in Kent, I go to Family Video but I have recently signed up for a free trial with Netflix. The movie selection is awesome and I have watched some on my computer (which you can do instantly from their site) and I am getting my second round of movies this week (actually, they should be up at Kent, but I am in Mansfield for the weekend, so...). However, I don't know if I will keep the service or not.

Impact of latest GM cuts unclear for Ontario plant BY LISA MILLER • News Journal • January 27, 2009 ONTARIO — The impact on Ontario’s General Motors plant is murky a day after the corporation announced 2,000 jobs will be cut at two plants and production halted at nine other U.S. factories. [email protected]

MedCentral cuts five management jobs By JAMI KINTON • News Journal • January 22, 2009 MANSFIELD -- Changes are coming to MedCentral/Mansfield Hospital, but spokesperson Cindy Jakubick said patients won't feel the impact. [email protected] 419-521-7220

Wind energy project has Richland County's attention By LISA MILLER • News Journal • January 10, 2009 MANSFIELD -- Jobs, tax revenue and road improvements are expected to blow into the area as part of a wind farm planned for northern parts of Richland and Crawford counties. [email protected] 419-521-7240

Mansfield post office again faces mail shift BY LINDA MARTZ • News Journal • January 8, 2009 MANSFIELD — Once again, post office workers are gearing up to keep outgoing mail processing for the region from being moved from Mansfield to Akron. [email protected] 419-521-7229 Open since 1977, beloved local pub closes BY LISA MILLER • News Journal • January 8, 2009 MANSFIELD — On New Year’s Eve, the regulars at Jo’s Pub said good-bye to both the old year and their longtime hangout. [email protected] 419-521-7240

Haha, I am sure that it is well deserved, j/k. I always thought that it had both those meanings. So, yes, it can. lol

Jay Industries cutting work force MANSFIELD -- The new year isn't getting off to a very good start for Jay Industries. The local manufacturer has cut nearly half its 1,000-person work force. [email protected] 419-521-7240

The Leland Hotel, oh how we miss thee! :cry: I know, it was torn down before I was born but you have no idea how much this building is missed by Mansfielders. Ink, what constitutes a tower? Is it seven or more floors? If so, I think that you missed one more in Mansfield. It is apart of a senior citizen community on the west edge of downtown. Also, I think that the Ohio Brass Building might make the cut. However, I can't remember if it is six or seven stories tall.