Mays Elected to Lead Conservative Kansas House
Topeka Rep Doug Mays heads Kansas House as conservatives win the chamber 80 to 45. He must build consensus on the budget crisis with Gov elect Kathleen Sebelius and wary moderates, while Democrats gain leverage through minority leader Dennis McKinney. Compromises will hinge on intra party talks and cross aisle support.
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Drivers Urge Responsible Use of Transportation Plan
In response to the Federal Highway Administration decision to place a new road east of the current route, editors and readers advocate keeping the present roadway for two lanes, while noting ongoing commuter traffic will persist on a county road. Emphasis remains on driver safety and rule adherence to prevent endangering others.
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Veterans of America chapter thanks Ottawa for first year
Chapter 912 of Vietnam Veterans of America thanks Ottawa city, Scott Bird and Sam Parkins for support in its first year. It aims to help veterans and ensure the Traveling Wall event in Ottawa from Oct 30 to Nov 3 is a success, with donations and community pride.
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Reader Forum letters accepted with signed submissions
The Ottawa Herald invites reader opinions in the Reader Forum. All submissions must be hand signed and include the author's address and telephone number. Send letters to Reader Forum at The Ottawa Herald, 1045 Cedar, Ottawa KS 66067 or via email to letters ottawaherald.com. Submissions should be under 400 words and may be edited for space.
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Politician Contact Directory for Kansas and Washington
A compact listing of U S senators representatives and state lawmakers with office addresses in Washington D C and Topeka Kansas plus phone numbers and website domains for Pat Roberts Sam Brownback Jim Ryun Bill Graves Robert Tyson Ralph Tanner Bill Feverborn and other officials.
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Blessings noted in Wellsville holiday reflection
Denise O'Dea, superintendent of Wellsville schools, urges focus on blessings amid doom and gloom. She highlights democratic rights, funded services, strong military, safe communities, education, and community pride shown by students in athletics, theatre, and service projects.
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Safety net metaphor mirrors shifting US welfare reality
Burdett Loomis critiques the Kennedy era phrase safety net as the 1990s prosperity failed to shield the most vulnerable. He notes Kansas groups Independence Inc. and DCCCA face layoffs amid budget cuts as unemployment benefits lapse. Loomis warns policymakers claim of safety net persists while actual protections erode.
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