Ottawа considers election for sales tax increase
Ottawa City Commission instructed City Manager Weldon Padgett to begin the paperwork for a possible charter ordinance to stage a sales tax election. A mail ballot is recommended to reduce cost and boost turnout, with state law requiring voter approval. If rejected, property taxes or service cuts may rise.
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Lane Fair Begins Thursday With Quilt Show At Lane
The 113th Lane Agricultural Fair opens Thursday at Lane city park and runs through Saturday. Events include the Osa Lane Quilt Show at Lane United Methodist Church, Thursday talent show, all-you-can-eat breakfast for 4-H exhibitors, livestock judging, and a Friday-Saturday family activities lineup with games bingo and a parade featuring a fly-over from Osawatomie Airport.
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Consumers boost June spending signals economy momentum
Consumers increased spending by 0.8 percent in June, according to the Commerce Department, following a flat May. Incomes rose 0.5 percent, underscoring momentum as the economy moves into the third quarter, with Fed Chairman Greenspan and economists watching closely.
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Booster ads dispute over Ottawa High athletic programs
Ottawa High School booster clashes with independent posters selling OHS schedules. David Grover says only the OBS Booster Club can sell athletics ads, with proceeds funding uniforms, weight room upgrades, and band programs. Dawn Bones notes boosters typically sell for the program and banners. Greg Mast reports for the Ottawa Herald.
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