Young Kansas town swears in Ottawa mayor Blaine Finch
Ottawa sees 21 year old Blaine Finch elected as mayor by city commissioners. Finch, an Ottawa University student and top vote getter last year, takes ceremonial duties with expected poise. City governance remains rotation based, with mayoral power limited to meetings and ambassador tasks. John D. Montgomery
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Reader Forum welcomes signed letters at Ottawa Herald
Readers are invited to submit opinions to the Reader Forum. Submissions must be hand-signed and include the author’s address and telephone number. Send letters to The Ottawa Herald at 104 S. Cedar Ottawa Kansas 66067 or via email to letters ottawaherald.com. Letters should be no longer than 500 words.
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The Toll of Congress in a Tough Political Year
In Kansas, potential candidates weigh the harsh realities of running for Congress amid high costs, relentless scrutiny, and the Washington norm of incumbency. The piece notes strong incumbents, scarce challengers, and a shift of power to state and local governments, arguing elections may be fixed from the start. David S. Awbrey’s column, syndicated by the Kansas Press Association.
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Reader Forum on Devon Sims Tragedy and Depression Facts
A reader commends Dale Sims for his April 2 letter about his brother Devon Sims death by self harm. The piece urges broader awareness of depressive disorders, dispels stigma, and calls for education on recognizing major low mood and seeking help. It cites symptoms, Mental Health Month in May, and national depression statistics and costs.
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Wellsville group pushes to add softball and baseball to Ottawa school curriculum
Karyn Thomas of Wellsville describes a long effort by Wellsville and Ottawa residents to establish softball and baseball in their school programs. Despite petitions, fundraisers, grants, and volunteer plans, they faced repeated resistance and funding concerns, noting that seven of ten league schools already offer the programs.
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Agape Christian Center A Proud Neighbor In Ottawa
An observer notes four northeast Ottawa billboards along I 35 and proposed entrances signs. A community group seeks property and zoning changes to renovate a facility for worship. A large wooden cross on the Marais des Cygnes River knoll symbolizes the center’s presence and faith.
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