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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 2006
Page
2
A noted remark from EB White in 1954 defines editors as individuals who understand writing better than writers yet resist the urge to write themselves. The quote reflects the editor’s role as disciplined craftsman rather than restless creator.
Local columnist Jeanny Sharp urges residents to support the redeveloped Crystal Plaza in Ottawa this summer. New owners Peach Madi and Lisa Fowler promise improved sound, seating, arcade and chandeliers while urging shoppers to favor local stores to sustain downtown business and prevent a repeat of past closures.
Ottawa Herald pagination editor Tommy Felts reports that South Park received the Peabody Award for its fearless, non censored approach. Judges praise its simple animation and topical bite while noting its capacity to offend diverse audiences. The piece highlights episodes on Terri Schiavo and Muhammad cartoons shaping the show’s legacy.
A reader replies to Tom Beaver blasting his criticisms of government aid. It cites Kansas 2004 food assistance spending totaling over 153 million statewide and 1.6 million in Franklin County, referencing SRS data to counter claims of waste and bias.
An Ottawa Herald reader blasts Kansas education policy and argues segregation never ended. The writer accuses the Kansas Board of Education of targeting white children, questions where minority schools are, and denounces perceived government overreach and Darwinian ideology with sharp sarcasm and calls to move to a more progressive nation.
The Ottawa Herald invites letters 400 words or less for the Readers' Forum. Include name address and daytime phone number. Letters may be edited for length and clarity. Readers may submit one letter per month. Form letters poems consumer complaints or business testimonials will not be printed. Mail to 104 S Cedar IA or fax 785-242-9420.
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