Local merchants urged to boost Franklin County retail pull
Franklin County retailers push stronger local marketing to keep shoppers home. They note residents often shop Lawrence or Kansas City, with 70 percent visiting Lawrence monthly and many going three weekends monthly. Leaders urge Sunday hours, later closing, local advertising, and better product storytelling.
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Blossoms of Hope 3 on 3 Tournament raises over 3100
Franklin County Cancer Foundation toda y celebrates its second annual Blossoms of Hope 3 on 3 basketball tournament with more than 3100 dollars raised for cancer patients and families in Franklin County. Volunteers sponsors and a large team turnout helped ensure success.
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Judy Loewe
Franklin County Cancer Foundation Board
FCCF
Karen Niehoff
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Community center plan honored by local task force
Dorothy Nichols notes the USD 290 Task Force recommended the Friends of Historical Buildings pursue converting the former middle school into a county community center. The plan relies on a county 1/4 cent sales tax, with funds split to support other communities and a new recreation facility in Ottawa. Phyllis Schamle, a key advocate, died shortly after the March meeting, leaving a lasting legacy in local civic efforts.
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Wellsville
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Ottawa
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Franklin County
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Briles School
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Dorothy Nichols
Simple test should dictate when to send troops
The author argues for restraint in foreign policy, urging Americans to reject imperialism and isolationism alike. Warns against equating power with duty, criticizes CIA interventions in Iran, and calls for a constitutional declaration of war for armed actions. Emphasizes defending the republic and avoiding entanglements that breed terrorism.
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