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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 2009
Page
2
A quotation declares that books are the carriers of civilization. It argues that without books history becomes silent, literature dumb, science crippled, and thought stalls. The saying emphasizes libraries, learning, and the enduring role of written works in human progress.
The Herald highlights local volunteers including Harold Mayes who has aided a local child for over 10 years. Ottawa Volunteer Center led by Lisa Rivers celebrates 10th anniversary with open house and a countywide luncheon during National Volunteer Week. Resources for volunteering are listed at 1800volunteer.org and ot tawaherald.com community page.
In USC 289 Wellsville, three school board seats were contested with two incumbents unchallenged and one new member elected. Retiring president Rob Pearce leaves eight years of service praised, while new member Clyde Coons joins a dedicated board. returning members Juana Peckham and Ron Bloss continue their work under Superintendent Denise O'Dea.
Dragon Video at 424 Main Street Ottawa has offered film rentals since October 13, 2008 with 508 titles and growing monthly. It contrasts Redbox by providing multiple memberships and a broader catalog though the article notes the only prior newspaper mention concerns its presence rather than service details.
Local letter from Larry W. Collins in Dragon Video Ottawa discusses October grand openings, zoning refusals for an out of town Family Video, and his plan to buy and fix Main Street houses. He argues for transforming empty spaces while noting resource limits and desire to move the town forward.
Readers may reach The Ottawa Herald through letters to the editor addressed to 219 South Main Ottawa Kansas or via email at edit@ottawah Herald. Submissions should include the writer’s full name and city of residence and may be edited for length clarity and style.
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