Look for the helpers in Boston and beyond
A reader reflects on the Boston Marathon explosions and Fred Rogers saying Look for the helpers. The writer recalls community support in Franklin County and urges everyday acts of kindness toward those battling depression and illness, noting helpers exist everywhere, not only in emergency responders.
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Edward E. Haley Park
Bennett
South Dakota
Boston
Fred Rogers
Franklin County
South
Reader Forum Letter from Scott Braden Ottawa
Dakota after sending my wagon wheel question made the difference in the world to me. It reminded me of what it is to be a helper. Scott Braden Ottawa.
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Dakota
West Franklin bond vote sparks school district worries
A West Franklin community member voices concern over school consolidation, declining student numbers, and aging facilities. They criticize the school board for delaying repairs, question the wisdom of an all-weather track, and warn that a failed bond could cost 14 jobs while urging investment in classroom technology and teacher needs. The letter links district issues to neighboring towns and broader state politics under Gov. Sam Brownback.
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West Franklin
Sam Brownback
Williamsburg
FFA
Bradbury
Ottawa
Appanoose
Garnett
Reader Forum Letter Critiques Ancient Christian Beliefs
The Herald published a Tuesday Reader Forum letter criticizing Christians such as Pastor Daryl McNabb for clinging to beliefs over two millennia old. The writer argues these views are arcane and says a world ruled by them would resemble a past with slavery.
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Daryl McNabb
Herald
Background checks debate stalls gun show purchase reform
Ninety percent of Americans and 85 percent of NRA members support background checks for gun buyers who purchase without checks at gun shows or online. Critics say criminals and mentally deranged individuals obtain guns this way. Wayne LaPierre of the NRA blocked the legislation in the Senate. Contact Kansas senators Moran and Roberts with provided numbers to express views.
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National Rifle Association
Wayne LaPierre
National Rifle Manufacturer’s Association
U.S. Senate
U.S
Jerry Moran
R-Kan
Manhattan
Pat Roberts
Topeka
Uncork bill and KanCare clash in Kansas letter to editors
An opinion piece argues against the proposed uncork wine and spirits bill and urges preserving long term care for Kansans with intellectual and developmental disabilities outside KanCare. It criticizes big box store pressures and calls for legislators to carve I DD from KanCare, warning of delays and risks to vulnerable residents.
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Dillon Stores
Wal-Mart
Frederic Bastiat
France
Sam Brownback
Kansas
Brownback
Alliance For Kansans
IDD
KanCare
Jeff Colyer
Kansas Statehouse
Ottawa swears in Sara Caylor as new mayor and bids farewell
Sara Caylor was sworn in as Ottawa mayor to a packed City Hall crowd after a four year council term. She credited mentor Gene Ramsey and noted 14 photos on the commission wall as she announced plans to continue parks trails and life quality efforts while expanding social media use.Outgoing mayor Blake Jorgensen reflected on projects like K-68 and Davis Road and praised Ramsey before colleagues applauded retiring commissioner Jeff Richards who resigned to become Franklin County sheriff. Mike Skidmore and Linda Reed joined remarks on openness to resident input and continued service to the city.
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Sara Caylor
Ottawa
Isaac Newton
Gene Ramsey
Commission
Caylor
City Commission
City Hall
S. Hickory St
Gene
Linda Cain
Ransom Memorial Hospital
Linda Reed
Reed
Blake Jorgensen
Jorgensen
Davis
Ramsey
Richard Nienstedt
Nienstedt
Jeff Richards
Richards
Franklin County
Sam Brownback
Mike Skidmore
Jeff
Skidmore
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