Finch posts perfect voting record for 2014 Kansas House session
Kansas Rep. Blaine Finch R Ottawa earned a 100 percent voting record in the 2014 Kansas House session, according to a release from House Majority Leader Jean Vickery. Official records show Finch missed no votes among 287 cast, despite earlier criticism for 2013 absences.
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Kansas launches VoteKansas voter info app
Kansas secretary of state Kris Kobach announces the VoteKansas mobile app for iPhone and Apple devices. The free tool shows voters their ballot offices and candidates after entering their registration address and provides polling place maps and directions, with no personal data required.
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County saves future repair costs with new courthouse changes
Franklin County commissioners approved a 25 500 change order for the historic Ottawa courthouse to address cracks holes floor settlement ceiling repairs and repainting while the HVAC project nears completion. Dan Rowe of Treanor Architects urged the fixes now to avoid higher later costs and contractor delays.
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Dismissals and Arrests in Ottawa Area Police Report
Daily Report lists multiple arrests and incidents across Ottawa and nearby towns. Frankin County warrants and protection order violations are noted alongside domestic battery and drug paraphernalia charges. Battery and confrontation reports involve individuals from Ottawa, Pomona, and Kansas City Kansas with several detentions at the Franklin County Detention Center. Thefts include fuel theft at Casey's General Store in Pomona.
Police Reports From Ottawa Streets Include Vehicle Break-ins
Police noted multiple incidents on South Willow Street and South Elm Street involving unknown suspects damaging vehicles and stealing items. A 45-year-old Ottawa man reported damage and theft in the 800 block early Wednesday, while a 47-year-old and a 77-year-old, ages 47 and 77, reported window damage, entry, and theft on Thursday in the same 800 block and the 1500 block of South Elm Street respectively.
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Wellsville Police and Ottawa Fire Blotter Highlights
Wellsville police report multiple calls across blocks including East Eighth Street and Main Street with noise, traffic, theft, animal, and medical assists plus motorist aids. Ottawa Fire notes a carbon monoxide detector activation at 1607 S Oak St and one medical call response.
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Kansas House District 59 race costly in outside spending
The Kansas House District 59 contest between incumbent Blaine Finch and challenger Bob Fluke shows heavy spending beyond campaign funds. Reports indicate Finch raised 24940 since January and had 22472.86 on hand, while Fluke raised 4898 and is 2956.19 in debt after spending 7854.19. Public PACs and issue groups funded ads for both sides, with no full disclosure on some advertisers.
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