Ottawa High School conducts annual lockdown drill
Ottawa High School students and staff participated in a Thursday lockdown drill at about 1 p.m. Principal Dr. Ryan Dobbs said the exercise follows the district practice prevention plan and proceeded smoothly with no issues. Franklin County Sheriff’s Office canine unit assisted. no illegal substances were found during this drill.
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Jenkins to visit Ottawa Monday during district tour
U S Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins visits Ottawa Industrial Park on Monday afternoon to tour small businesses including ATC Composites at 801 E North St. The trip aims to assess how firms will cope with the fiscal cliff tax increases looming in 2013.
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King elected as Kansas Senate vice president
Kansas Senator Jeff King of Independence has been chosen by Republican colleagues as the next vice president of the Kansas Senate. The 2010 veteran, re elected in the new redrawn District 15, represents Neosho, Labette and Montgomery counties with portions of Franklin County moved out by redistricting. King praised the vote and pledged to support efficient, accountable Senate leadership.
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Volunteer Opportunities Ottawa Center Contact Details
Post volunteer needs or learn about opportunities with the Ottawa Volunteer Center, a service of East Central Kansas Economic Opportunity Corp. Reach 1320 S. Ash St. by phone at 785 214 4556 or email jcraft at eckan.org.
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Salvation Army Kettle Campaign Seeks Volunteers in Ottawa
The Salvation Army seeks volunteers for its annual red kettle drive running from Friday to Christmas Eve. Shifts of one or two hours are available daily 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. at County Mart and Walmart Supercenter in Ottawa. Details at 913 744 8249 or adam lynch509 gmail com.
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Hope House seeks volunteers for Christmas food boxes
Hope House at 304 S. Walnut St invites help at 9 a.m. on December 15 to fill Christmas food boxes. Volunteers can also assist with staining indoor and outdoor areas, especially the handicap ramp. Call Mary Lois Yates at 785-242-4444 to participate.
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Franklin County Winter Adventures program volunteers sought
The Franklin County Children's Coalition invites volunteers for the Winter Adventures program during winter break December 21 27 28 29 31 and January 2 funded by American Eagle Outfitters and the AE Foundation Activities include crafts skating jazzercise bingo dodgeball and supervision during Zoo presentations and the Mr Stinky Feet concert Details at Orcottawa ks org pdf or by emailing Rebecca McFarland rmcfarl ksu edu to volunteer.
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Good neighbors urged for snow shoveling help in Ottawa
Ottawa Volunteer Center warns residents to plan for snowy days as elderly and disabled neighbors may need snow removal aid. Volunteers willing to shovel walks and drives should email Janice Craft at jcraft eckan.org or call (785) 214-4556.
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Franklin County and Ottawa police scene report
Daily Report Admissions list shows Michael Ball of Shawnee and several arrests in Franklin County with warrants for James Lewis Jr., Donna Shumway, Alvin Shinn, Lisa Krout, and Robert Ward. Walmart shoplifting probe for Patrick Stoneking. Multiple accident, theft, abuse, and fire calls across Ottawa and nearby towns with numerous vehicles damaged and injuries non fatal. Fire departments respond to fires, gas smells, and medical calls.
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Real estate update on Ottawa market and retirement note
Tammy Ellis of Century 21 Lantis & Associates presented Ottawa market data with 155 homes on the market and a $129,000 average listing price. Homes stay about 208 days, and 15 were sold in November, up from 10 in November 2011. Ellis cited seasonal slowdowns and potential rebound if winter is mild. She highlighted CNNMoney rewards Ottawa as a top retirement locale, noting $60,187 median household income and a 33.8 median age, with 57 restaurants within 15 miles and ranking sixth among best small retirement towns.
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