Regional News Stories: November 2006

Making Change: University Innovation
Posted Monday, November 27, 2006
Experts tell us that one-third of all patents in the United States come from just 10 cities, and the research that produces a large portion of the wealth in this country is concentrated in just a few dozen zip codes. Northeast Ohio doesn't have one of those cities or zip codes. The Federal Reserve Bank in Cleveland held a conference recently to examine ways that this region might join that select group. As part of Making Change, our ongoing focus on the economy of Northeast Ohio, ideastream's Mark Urycki reports.

Statehouse News Bureau: Domestic Partner Lawsuit Taken to New Level
Posted Wednesday, November 22, 2006
The man who brought a lawsuit against Miami University over the school's domestic partners benefits plans to take his fight to the next level. Ohio Public Radio's Jo Ingles has more on the story.

Building Reuse Best Way to Save Energy
Posted Wednesday, November 22, 2006
A leading proponent of preserving old buildings told a Cleveland audience yesterday that reusing structures is the best way to save energy. ideastream's Mark Urycki reports.

The Life of “America’s Polka King”
Posted Wednesday, November 22, 2006
Hundreds of polka fans from around the country will descend on Cleveland tomorrow to dance off the extra pounds gained from their Thanksgiving meals. American polka legend Frank Yankovic used to be the star of this annual event, until his death eight years ago. Yankovic's the subject of a new biography. ideastream's David C. Barnett has this profile of the man and his music.

Kids Turn Cooking Into Adventure
Posted Wednesday, November 22, 2006
Most children make decisions on food by how much sugar it contains, or the color it is, or the shape it's in. As the makers of packaged food know, there's not usually a lot of nuance in their tastes. But an after-school cooking academy is trying to get kids past the superficial part of their diet and appreciate the subtle elements of their daily sustenance - turning healthy eating into an adventure rather than a chore. ideastream's Lisa Ann Pinkerton reports.

Statehouse News Bureau: Faith-Based Organizations Helping Ex-Prisoners
Posted Tuesday, November 21, 2006
When an inmate is released from prison, there's a better chance than not that person will eventually wind up back behind bars. Among the challenges, many find it difficult to find work let alone a place to live. Now a new report says faith-based organizations are helping keep some of 28,000 inmates released from Ohio's prisons each year from coming back into the system. Ohio Public Radio's Karen Kasler reports.

Cleveland Loses Predatory Lending Decision
Posted Tuesday, November 21, 2006
The City of Cleveland has lost its argument over an ordinance to crack down on predatory lenders. The Ohio Supreme Court has ruled that a weaker state law takes precedence. ideastream's Mark Urycki reports.

Turkey Troubles in School Cafeterias
Posted Tuesday, November 21, 2006
While many Americans will be serving turkey this week, some school cafeterias will not. A turkey shortage in the Agriculture Department's school lunch program has left some schools without enough bird for their Thanksgiving feast. ideastream's Elaine Falk has more on the turkey troubles.

Medicare Open Enrollment Underway
Posted Monday, November 20, 2006
Open enrollment is underway for Medicare's prescription drug plans. Millions of elderly and disabled Americans have until the end of the year to enroll in Medicare Part D. ideastream's Elaine Falk has more.

Preparing for Emerald Ash Borer Invasion
Posted Monday, November 20, 2006
The Emerald Ash Borer has destroyed more than 20 million ash trees in Michigan, Ohio and Indiana since it was first discovered near Detroit in 2002. The Asian beetle has been migrating east and was found in Cuyahoga County for the first time last month. Two east side suburbs are leading the way in preparing for an invasion of the pest, but they're taking dramatically different approaches. ideastream's Mhari Saito reports.

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