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Traffic pattern to change at BGHS - with Poe Road entrance to be closed for about six weeks
State approves job creation tax credit for company expected to create 541 jobs in Rossford
Brigham Lane to be closed on Tuesday for removal of tree
Section of North Wintergarden Road to be closed June 1 for replacement of fire hydrants
Second, full closure of Interstate 475 southbound and ramps to occur this weekend

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