Gulf Coast Faces Heavy Rain and Strong Winds from Huricane Katrina
Weather reports indicate Florida and the Gulf Coast may see up to 15 inches of rain and high winds from Huricane Katrina. Hot conditions persist west of the Mississippi across eastern Texas Louisiana and Arkansas with the Southwest also affected. Flood watches have been dropped in southern Nebraska Kansas and Missouri as more storms move in.
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Ottawa Bulletin Board notices update and events list
The Ottawa Herald announces events and school notices. The Ottawa Community Arts Council retirement fiesta for Jeanette Lowry has been postponed to Sept. 16 at Carnegie Cultural Center. Special Services offers a free developmental screening Aug. 31 for district children up to five. District 11 Masonic picnic is set for Saturday at Forest Park, with rain plan to Masonic Hall. Wellsville School Board meets Aug. 29 to discuss 2005-2006 budget and contracts. Ottawa High School Wall of Honor banquet tickets on sale for Sept. 29 with inductees Darrel Peugh Thomas Pinney Barbara Shader Netherland and a $10 price.
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Anonymous donor aids Indian Center in Wichita gift
An anonymous donor gave 100000 dollars to the Mid-America All-Indian Center to help restore finances. Officials said more money is needed and the work is ongoing. John DAngelo, Wichita arts and culture director, noted the gift is helpful but debts remain.
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No new military jobs at Kansas army base committee decides
Washington AP The BRAC commission voted against relocating the Civilian Personnel Operations Center from Rock Island Arsenal to Fort Riley, a move that would add 106 Kansas jobs. The panel called the Pentagon proposal a miscalculation tied to an Army closure decision that was later reversed. Fort Riley gains 2700+ personnel from the 1st Infantry Division and related moves.
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Soda machines push healthier drinks in Kansas schools
In Ottawa and Central Heights schools vending offers Pepsi products, water, juice and sports drinks with debates over banning soda. Officials note demand for water and juice remains high, while legislators push for stricter rules and healthier snacks, citing obesity and student well being.
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Schmidt credits new law with drop in meth busts in Kansas
Kansas Senate Majority Leader Derek Schmidt says measures enacted in June to curb meth production, including behind the counter sales of pseudoephedrine and a $50,000 bond for meth offenders, have reduced seizures by about 80 percent from 54 in June 2004 to 11 this June. He noted Ottawa retailers already limiting purchases and cited broader legislative actions named after fallen Greenwood County Sheriff Matt Samuels as part of the effort.
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