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Kelly Linger to Assume Role as Columbiana County Municipal Court Judge Starting July 23

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LISBON, Ohio — Kelly Linger, a seasoned attorney with extensive experience in both prosecution and defense, has been appointed as the new judge of the Columbiana County Municipal Court. Set to start on July 23, Linger steps into a role vacated by former Judge Katelyn Dickey earlier this year. Governor Mike DeWine announced Linger’s appointment late last week, marking a significant move in the local judiciary. Dickey had left her position following a new appointment to the Seventh District Court of Appeals at the end of March. Linger, an assistant prosecutor and one of three … Read more

Judge Urges Swift Pace in George Kelly Murder Trial as State’s Case Drags On

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TUCSON, Ariz. – The murder trial of George Alan Kelly has seen a delay in its progress, prompting the judge to urge attorneys to expedite proceedings. Kelly is facing charges of second-degree murder for the fatal shooting of Gabriel Cuen Buitimea on his ranch on January 30, 2023. Originally scheduled to last four weeks, the trial has already stretched into its third week, with the prosecution yet to conclude their case. To gain a clearer understanding of the events surrounding the crime, the jury is scheduled to visit multiple locations on Kelly’s ranch, including the … Read more