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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 2003
Page
8
The Michigan Valley Community Church invites a pancake breakfast from 7 to 10 a.m. Saturday at the church on Pomona Dath. This event accepts a free will donation to support church activities and local needs.
Franklin County Sheriff reports multiple arrests and bookings Thursday. Gregory Hefley, 40, Westphalia, jailed on a court commit at 8:50 am. Nicholas Devin, 23, 825 E. Wilson, arrested 10:27 pm on probation violation, released on $2,000 bond. Aaron Moore, 26, 3601 N Oregon, arrested 2:52 pm on three warrants and driving while suspended, released on $3,278 bond. Michael McDonald Jr., 22, Paola, arrested 5:30 pm on probation violation, held in lieu of $3,000 bond for Miami County. Jody Smith, 43, Pomona, arrested 6:02 pm on disorderly conduct and criminal damage, bond to be set by judge. James Roach, 19, 1204 S. Cedar, arrested 7:21 pm on two drug possession charges. Ambulance calls logged for medical emergencies and an injury accident in the 3:29 pm slot on U.S. 59.
The Second Annual Iron Horse 5K Run Walk and 1 Mile Fun Run takes place June 14 in Ottawa to benefit The Friends of the Prairie Spirit Trail and Franklin County Historical Society. Pre registration ends May 31 at 16 with race day 18, races start 7 30 a m for the 5K and after for the Fun Run. Prizes awarded in each category and under 18 finishers receive a participation award. Free refreshments. Registration at Old Depot Museum and Franklin County Records Center.
Five bands will perform 30 minute sets on the OMA stage with Last Call EFH JAGT Allegro Dis and Shawn Dickinson delivering punk hard rock and metal. Band members emphasize community involvement and the chance for students to showcase original music. General admission tickets are $3, with box office hours that day.
The Herald staff outlines proper tree planting steps from Kansas State Extension expert Ward Upham. Water and shade before planting, lift by root ball, remove ties, plant at nursery level, make hole three times wider than roots, use original soil, avoid peat moss, loosen soil, fill with water, avoid over trimming, water weekly first season, mulch three times rootball width, stake only if necessary.
The excerpt outlines tree varieties by season including spring flowering options like redbud and crabapple, summer favorites such as golden raintree, and ornamental trees with unique foliage like Crimson King maple and Newport plum. It notes evergreen cones and berries from hawthorn and serviceberry, ending with advice on dense shade for cooling and play area protection.
The Shantung maple earns Kansas State Extension's Tree of the Year for its 25 foot rounded crown and drought tolerance. The guide lists shade species like oak, maple, sycamore and ash and suggests light shade options such as honey locust and cottonwood while warning about planting location near streets and power lines.
The report outlines tree options suitable for central High Plains sites under power lines and near homes. It warns about shallow-rooted maples buckling patios and cracking foundations, while silver maples and brittle trees can damage roofs. Soil moisture and texture affect suitability, with some species thriving in heavy soils and others in sandy drains.
City official O’Dea highlights Ottawa’s active tree-planting program and Arbor Day Foundation recognition as a Tree City. He praises ball, pin, swamp white, sawtooth, and Bradford Pear alternatives while noting past controversy over pear removals and replacements with Capitol pears.
An anxious cat named Smokey stays with Flinsbaugh after her husband vetoes surrender. Li, an animal helper, explains ongoing support helps keep pets with their owners, noting many seek to discard pets after life changes. Flinsbaugh’s daughter in San Antonio urges caution about ending pet ownership.
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