Tragedy at Ohio Terrace crosses Franklin County
Topeka man killed in a truck train crash at the two track Ohio Terrace intersection in rural Franklin County. The incident underscores ongoing rail crossing dangers with more than 50 daily trains and calls for better signage and signals to prevent future fatalities and injuries.
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Wellsville
Public Safety Week Honors 911 Dispatchers
Franklin County Sheriff's Office Captain Brad Gilges notes National Public Safety Telecommunications Week from April 14, praising 9 1 1 dispatchers for saving lives, guiding responders, and supporting distressed citizens while urging public thanks.
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Reader Forum submissions guidance for Ottawa Herald letters
Readers may submit hand signed letters with address and telephone number. Send to Reader Forum The Ottawa Herald 1045 Cedar Ottawa KS 66067 or via letters ottawaherald.com. Submissions should be under 400 words and may be edited for space.
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Meeting May Mean A New Lease On Life
Lenna Levitch reports on RMHealth Forum focusing on hereditary cancer risks through HNPCC, with Dr. Thomas Jackson and Dr. John Gollier presenting. The free program covers colorectal, endometrial, ovarian, and prostate cancer risk, genetic factors, and general screenings, with RSVP by Friday to 229-8458.
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United States
Thomas Jackson
John Gollier
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Kansas House Wrapping Up a Tight Budget Fight
The Kansas Legislature pauses for a break before a tense wrap-up session expected to hinge on a larger budget shortfall. With about $700 million less revenue and pressure for tax increases, House Speaker Kent Glasscock faces a split GOP and dwindling time. The outcome remains uncertain as lawmakers prepare a compromise plan likely to rely on new revenues and spending cuts. Martin Hawver notes the fading chance for a decisive tax strategy before adjourning.
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editors discuss Powell and Sharon on Middle East peace
Liberation Paris and Jordan Times assess Colin Powell’s Mideast mission. Powell fails to halt Israeli onslaught or secure cease fire, as Sharon resists Palestinian inclusion and EU diplomacy. Both papers question prospects for renewed talks without Arafat.
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