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The local ballot initiative to allow Cool Spot (Coolville) to sell alcohol has passed. By one vote. 108 - 107.

This follows another ballot initiative (2007 general) in Troy East precinct to allow alcohol sales in Hockingport. It also passed by one vote. 149 - 148.

My question is: Both the Methodist churches (Coolville / Hockingport) had signs on their property opposing Ohio issue 6 (casino). Why didn't they become active in these local issues that have a direct impact locally? If they did oppose it, they sure were quiet about it.

One vote.