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Aurora Mourns the Passing of Beloved Attorney and Educator David Benjamin, Husband of Mayor Ann Womer Benjamin

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Aurora, Ohio – Community members and leaders are mourning the loss of David Benjamin, a distinguished attorney and professor, who passed away on July 8 at his Aurora home. Benjamin, who was the spouse of Aurora Mayor Ann Womer Benjamin, has been widely acclaimed for his robust contributions to education and law, as well as his community service. Benjamin’s legacy encompasses a lifelong dedication to law, teaching, and volunteering. He was not only an active legal professional but also imparted his expertise at prominent institutions such as Case Western Reserve University, University of Akron, and … Read more

Fondly Remembering the Chico Icon: Honoring the Legacy of Former Judge Ann H. Rutherford

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CHICO, California – The community of Chico mourns the loss of former Butte County Judge, the Honorable Ann H. Rutherford. Judge Rutherford was an iconic figure in the city of Chico, leaving behind a legacy that will be remembered by many. One Chico resident, Steve Metzger, remembered his encounter with Judge Rutherford years ago when he contested a parking ticket in her court. Metzger vividly recalled the humorous exchange that took place. In a previous case, a man had been cited for running a stoplight, but he vehemently denied doing so. Judge Rutherford had a … Read more

Remembering Retired Butte County Superior Court Judge Ann Rutherford: A Trailblazer in the California Judiciary

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BUTTE COUNTY, Calif. – Ann H. Rutherford, a groundbreaking figure in the California judiciary and a highly regarded member of the legal community in Butte County, has passed away, according to the county’s superior court. Retiring from the Butte County Superior Court in 2001, Rutherford continued to serve through the Judicial Council of California’s Assigned Judges Program until her full retirement in August 2017. Rutherford’s legacy as the first female judge in the Butte County Superior Court began in 1976 when she was appointed to the Chico Municipal Court by Governor Jerry Brown. Her election … Read more