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Tuesday, 12/16/08

Updated: 7:19 am
Toledo budget plan draws fire

Edwin Nagel holds a copy of the proposed 2009 operating budget while questioning Toledo officials about the plan. (THE BLADE/LORI KING)

City officials last night portrayed Toledo as battling to maintain services and attract new residents and businesses, all with a smaller work force - per resident - than any other large city in Ohio. That didn't stop a number of people at a town hall meeting on the city's proposed 2009 operating budget from questioning what they called an overly complicated budget process.

LOCAL NEWS HEADLINES

Updated: 5:11 am Red-nosed postmark a beacon once again In the next few days, Greg Beechler’s niece in North Carolina will receive a package of reindeer ornaments from someone named “Rudolph” and bearing one of the most sought-after red-nosed postmarks in the world. It could only have originated here.	Updated: 5:30 pm Harsh winter weather on the way for area Updated: 2:28 pm Lucas County Commissioners approve hike in conveyance fee Updated: 12:16 pm Several injured in Springfield Township crash Updated: 5:12 am Konop: $4M cut could pay for college plan Updated: 5:01 am University of Toledo plans to lay off 100 from temp jobs Updated: 5:47 am Man is thrown from vehicle as it rolls over
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SPORTS HEADLINES

Updated: 3:41 pm
OSU's Laurinaitis makes his IMPACT

COLUMBUS - When Ohio State's three-time All-American linebacker James Laurinaitis shoots through the offensive line and levels the opposing quarterback, there is an impact that results, and it's one you can feel from the sideline.

Updated: 4:26 pm
Wolverine defensive coordinator Shafer resigns

Updated: 3:39 pm
Mud Hens keep same coaching staff next season

Dave Hackenberg
Updated: 10:26 am
Clawson had no chance at Tennessee

Steve Pollick
Updated: 5:20 am
Ringneck Ridge Hunt Club purchased

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COLUMNISTS

Roberta de Boer
Updated: 5:00 am
We'll keep light on for Sarah, Carty, Barack, Joe

Tom Henry
Updated: 5:07 am
Warming issue is eclipsed once again

S. Amjad Hussain
Updated: 8:14 am
Muslim prayers can't be a substitute for action

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BUSINESS HEADLINES

Updated: 3:07 pm Fed cuts target for key rate to record low WASHINGTON — The Federal Reserve has cut its target for a key interest rate to the lowest level on record and pledged to use “all available tools” to combat a severe financial crisis and prolonged recession.	Updated: 7:08 am Pickens, Owens Corning push energy teamwork VIDEO Updated: 8:39 am Perrysburg solar-panel maker gets state aid Updated: 5:48 am Report: Jeep seats work to remain in area Updated: 5:50 am State funds approved for Toledo Port project Updated: 5:50 am Dana settles dispute with key supplier
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PEACH/ENTERTAINMENT HEADLINES

Updated: 11:44 am 'American Idol' promises higher quality performances THIN SLICES WHAT A NOVEL IDEA!: Get this, the folks at American Idol say this year they're actually going to focus on talented singers instead of presenting hour after hour of clods who can't sing. About time. Meanwhile, Paula Abdul gets a vote of confidence from her boss.	Updated: 5:57 am Economical main dishes can dazzle holiday tables Updated: 6:16 am Seared Scallops with Pomegranate-Almond Glaze Updated: 6:16 am Cornish Hens with Cornbread Stuffing Updated: 6:15 am Fennel-Crusted Beef Roast with White Beans, Tomatoes, and Arugula Updated: 6:15 am Veal Chops with Bourbon-Applesauce and Pecan Wild Rice
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