Bennett Hall named for Ottawa education advocate Bennett
Ottawa native Bennett, a longtime businessman and community activist, died at 79. He served 47 years on Ottawa University’s Board of Trustees and supported plans to build new elementary schools, though voters rejected the proposal. The OU residence hall will be renamed Bennett Hall in his honor.
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Kansas GOP faces reform push after election losses
The Garden City Telegram reports on Kansas Republicans selecting Western Kansas attorney Dave Jones as party chair with aims to rebuild and reclaim political dominance amid internal discord after Governor Sebelius's victory and a tight Attorney General race. Topeka Capital Journal notes Gov. Sebelius tax amnesty proposals, potential $7.5 million year one and $4.5 million next year in a $300 million shortfall, and the need for legislative approval to waive penalties.
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Space exploration must advance despite shuttle losses
The piece argues that the loss of Columbia underscores the risks of exploration and calls for moving beyond taxi service to a privatized, broader space program. It urges rapid fleet deployment, lunar bases, unmanned landers, and NASA focus, while noting costs, dangers, and the need for public resolve. Kelly Clark can be reached at ded lineink sisna.com.
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Voters split over school issue amid blame game
The letter blasts alleged voter apathy and accuses a secretive school board of mismanaging the Fifth and Main building. It criticizes Wendell Smith for insulting no voters and argues that new schools alone won’t educate children. emphasizes teachers and parental support.
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Critics Target School, Police Building Plans and City Governance
Readers criticize the district for tearing down schools, urge preserving facilities with proper heat water and restrooms, and question the architect. They condemn uniform designs, warn of fiscal irresponsibility, and advocate recalls amid alleged spending excesses and flood district placement. The letter flags bankruptcy risk and accuses city government of voter rights suppression.
Local letter praises Dr Gollier as family doctor
A reader commends Dr John Gollier for his compassionate care. The letter highlights his personal attention, knowing the writer’s four children by name, involvement during a difficult pregnancy, and daily support during a five day hospital stay.
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John Gollier
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