Yule Feaste Weekend Celebrations Highlight Ottawa Parade
A sunny weekend boosted Ottawa events with a record Christmas parade entry count. The Rowdy Wranglers 4-H Club won first in the non commercial division with a float "Christmas Never Changes." Underwood Equipment drew crowds with a Santa sleigh pulled by nine riding lawn mowers. Ottawa University Yale Feaste attracted visitors from Kansas City and beyond, while five homes on the Christmas Homes Tour raised about $5,000 for Ransom Memorial Hospital. Community Arts Council hosted crafts and gifts, and the luminaria display at Kanza Park nears its fifth year with local donations sought via multiple sponsors or a mail donation option.
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Local readers share thoughts on community issues and events
In a community forum submission, residents comment on law enforcement, child safety, traffic signals, holiday light displays, a Christmas lighting ceremony, Chamber of Commerce currency winnings, a local window decorating contest, county bids on a maintenance building, and urging local crews. Readers invite further input via phone.
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White men speak out on culture and equal rights
The piece urges fairness in color and gender quotas and critiques how American culture portrays white men. It argues that government is not Santa Claus and discusses stereotypes, rights, and the need for a level playing field, noting fears of false accusations and social bias.
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Property rights debate takes center stage in Kansas
The 1995 Kansas Legislature revives the Private Property Protection Act, promising government reimbursement for losses from land regulations. The piece warns against elevating property rights above basic liberty, arguing that protections for nonowners must guide policy and curb regulatory overreach.
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