Library Hopes For More Income Next Year In 1987 Budget
Ottawa Library Board approves a 1987 budget forecasting 247 400 in revenue led by 189 127 from city funds. The 1986 revenue was 240 844 with a shortfall likely to require reserves. Trustees consider a conservative spending plan through mid year and discuss library expansion options with the city commission. A food drive for the needy raised about 90 cans during F for Fines. A poetry event “A Voice from the Country” featuring Lora Reiter and university professors is set for January 28.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melissa Bauman
Ottawa Library Board of Trustees
Barbara Dew
Dew
E Dew
ECEAN
Lora D. Reiter
Ottawa University
Reiter
Dismissals and Court Actions Highlight Local Notes
The report lists Dodd address details, a minor arrest for underage beer possession in Lane, and multiple district court sentences. It details probation terms, restitution, fines, and attorney fees for several defendants following plea bargains, plus civil case filings and public safety notices.
Tax Deadline Postponed in Franklin County
Taxpayers receive extra days to pay personal property and real estate taxes without penalty. Franklin County Treasurer Marilyn Talbott notes the usual Dec 20 deadline falls on a Saturday when the office is closed, allowing payments until Monday without penalty.
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Franklin County
Marilyn Talbott
Franklin County Courthouse Holiday Closure Notice
The Franklin County Courthouse will close for the Christmas holidays at noon on Wednesday and remain closed Christmas Day and Friday. The courthouse also will be closed January 1 and 2.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin County
Ottawa Herald Wins Third Consecutive Golden Quill
The Ottawa Herald earned its third straight Golden Quill award from the Kansas National Education Association for continued education coverage. The paper’s chief education reporter Jay Bemis since 1978 led the entry with contributions from photographer Steve Zuk, sports editor Rick Peterson, and reporters Melissa Bauman and Diane Yeamans. Other winners included Garden City Telegram for investigative reporting on district finances. awards include plaques and individual checks.
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The
Ottawa Herald
Kansas National Education Association
KNEA
Herald
Jay Bemis
Steve Zuk
Rick Peterson
Melissa Bauman
Diane Yeamans
Ottawa Education Association
Garden Tit Telegram
Garden City
Jaycees Sponsor Holiday Party For Ottawa Children
Ottawa Jaycees hosted a Christmas party at First United Methodist Church for 49 underprivileged children, with shopping, refreshments, and gifts from Santa and Mrs. Claus. In total 54 benefited, including five unable to attend, with local stores and organizations donating goods and funds.
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Ottawa Jaycees
First United Methodist Church
Fourth and
Hickory
Jaycees
Santa Claus
Mrs. Claus
Duderstadt
ECEAN
Exemplar Chapter
Beta Sigma Phi
Kansas Prisons Population Growth Report and Committee
Kansas prisons continued on Pagan fiscal year with monthly increases of 42 in July 68 in August 74 in September 70 in October and 60 in November. The population rose by 71 inmates in the first 15 days of December. Governor Mills named a 14 member advisory panel of judges law enforcement and Parole Board members in August to craft solutions. The panel may or may not present all recommendations to the 1987 Legislature but some could curb growth. The final report is due in January.
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Mills
Kansas Parole
Kansas
U.S. 81
Wetmore
Bob Moody
State Health Agency
Commission
Moody
Cloud County
Concordia
MID-WINTER Rodeo and Christmas Market Listings
Winter events and sales brief list including Rantoul rodeo December 19 20 at 7 30 pm with dance to Joes Cowboys at Other Place II. Willis Garden Center promotions and Christmas decor sales at Country Living 123 S Main. Ottawa High School choral concert December 21 3 pm Municipal Auditorium. Gift ideas and craft items from The Gift Box Homewood Christian Church services Christmas program. Rollaway skates sale at Centerskates 222 E 2nd. Numerous local shop promos include 25 50 off decor ornaments and food stamps accepted.
Living the Dream MLK Essay Contest Sponsored in Franklin County
The Black Awareness Committee sponsors a Martin Luther King Jr essay contest for Franklin County students grades 1 through 12. Theme is Living the Dream with entries due January 11. Awards announced January 13 and program on January 18 at Bethany Chapel Baptist Church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin County
Richard Jackson
Martin Luther King Jr
Bethany Chapel Baptist Church
Second and
Poplar Streets
Kansas AG rules on nuclear waste transport costs
Kansas Attorney General Robert T. Stephan ruled that local and state governments must pay emergency response costs for nuclear waste transport accidents. The opinion says private insurance and federal compensation cover damages and long term cleanup, while police fire and ambulance costs are excluded from federal plans.
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Topeka
Kan
Robert T. Stephan
Stephan
Concordia
Randy Wetmore
Department of Health and Environment
Wetmore
Kansas
Wet
Moody
Julene L. Miller
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Ottawa City Commission
Ford
Library Board
Kathy Jordan
the Daily Report
Lottie Dodd
W. 7Th St. Terr
Sheriff’s News
Carmen S. Hickman
Rantoul
Lane
Sheriff's Headquarters
District Court News
James E. Stewart
Ottawa
RFD
Rex
Shirley Simmons
Stewart
Sheldon Equipment Inc
Virgil W. Franks
Olathe
Michael Angela’s
Near
Here
Lawrence D. Tate
S. Main
Barry K. Moore
W. 4Th
Farmers Cooperative Association of Richmond
Robert Davis
Westphalia
Co-Op
Bright Mortgage Company
Interfirst Mortgage Company
Jack W
Gleniece M. Shepherd
Pomona
Donald
Sandra Martin
Osage City
Bright
Shepherds
Martins
Public Safety News
Paul N. Bent Jr
DPS
Bent
North Pence
IGA
N. Main
Erma J. Finch
Poplar
Marie Moore
Canterbury Court
South Cedar
Fern Phillips
Willow
Phillips
Harrison Township
Airport Road
al Mettenburg
Princeton
Larry Mages
Ottawa Co-op
Carolyn Schmitt
Cathy Duderstadt
Harold Mayes
Jaycee
Alco
J.C. Penney’s
Litwin’s
Mark IV Shoes
Otasco
Sears
Town & Country Supply
Wal-Mart
Woolworth’s
Willis Garden Center
Dottie
Zoto’s
BURKDOLL_ BROTHERS Beef
Ad Briefs
Paxson's
Mon
Sat
Makey
Fit Corp
Eagles Lodge
Young Place
Ottawa High School
Municipal Auditorium
Homewood Christian Church
Township Hall
Turner's Tele
W. 15Th
AZA Cinema
Newman * Chul
Acces
Jackson
P.O
Our
John & Shari Gladman
Wright Studio & Frame Shop
Kenneth Cordle
North Baptist Church
Paul Winkler
Highland Cemetery
Lamb-Roberts Funeral
William Whitacre
Westminster Presbyterian Church
Henry Roberts
Hope Cemetery
Kansas Lung Association
Lamb-Roberts
Funeral Home
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