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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 2007
Page
2
Baby boomers, now millions of active adults, are redefining aging. They plan active lifestyles with fitness and education, pressuring retirement communities and centers to adapt with wellness facilities, diverse programs, and less “senior” branding. A proposed Ottawa Community Center could address these evolving needs by offering education, exercise, and social spaces across ages.
The Ottawa Herald outlines its Readers Forum as a platform for readers to share opinions and research, with writers taking responsibility for their statements. It invites disagreement and fact disputes to be addressed through responses in the same forum.
A childhood Christmas memory from Cherryvale Kansas describes children crafting a tree from branches, flour sacks, gum wrappers, foil icicles, and cotton, then displaying it on a library table. The piece contrasts simple, creative celebration with later consumer-focused holidays and reflects on family, faith, and memory.
A longtime resident reflects on leaving Ottawa in 1969 at age 18 for San Clemente California, visiting July 4 with family, and choosing to return to Ottawa for a commercial lending career in Kansas City. He recalls hometown ties, courses, and memories of Main Street, the courthouse, parks, and the supportive community.
Readers may submit hand signed letters with name address and phone to Reader Forum Ottawa Herald or via email. Letters up to 400 words may be edited for space and clarity. Catherine Casey praises Ottawa and neighbors while promoting local life. Ben Martin Peck Shelter urges donations to fund a new facility via W A G S with emphasis on adoption rates and spay neuter programs.
Community newspaper invites letters of 250 words or less to Readers' Forum. Include name, address and daytime phone. Letters may be edited for length and clarity. Limit one submission per month. Form letters poems consumer testimonials and business testimonials will not be printed. Mail to 104 S Cedar Fax.
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