Worries over daughter's college drinking and relationship issues
A worried pair seek guidance on addressing their sophomore daughter's heavy drinking after two underage citations and a fall. They fear driving drunk and plan a loving, direct talk to confront the problem despite family discomfort with sensitive topics. The column also covers marital intimacy concerns and pet ownership debates raised by readers.
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Amy
Fire extinguisher disposal and care tips
A reader asks about refilling. guidance notes refilling is not recommended and advises taking used extinguishers to landfill as household hazardous waste. Adds cost range for home extinguishers and to check owner manuals for maintenance.
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Susan
Heloise
American Dental Association
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Local Weather Winds Report
A brief weather note records wind speeds with sustained winds at 14 miles per hour and gusts reaching 26 miles per hour, indicating a breezy condition. No additional details on temperature precipitation or timing are provided.
Kansas Travel Hotline and Online Resources
Kansas Highway Patrol notes the 24 hour HOTLINE 800 585 7623 and 511 service. Available online at 511 ksdot org, offering current road conditions and travel information across the state.
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Ksdot.org
National Temperature Extremes Listed for Tuesday
National temperature extremes for Tuesday ranged from 94 at McAllen Texas to minus 29 at Hallock Minnesota. The scattered data include various daily high and low records across different locations with noted dates spanning 1904 to 1996 and a mix of city names and years.
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Salas High
LNG
Timaey Cs
Ieb
Tsp Ds Seine
Monggy
THON
Asco
Terpsdleay
Slo
McAllen
Texas
Hallock
Minnesota
Ottawa events and fundraisers listed for February Thursdays and Saturdays
A weekly roundup of community happenings includes Combat Action League and public bingo on Thursday at The Gun Guys and VFW Post 5901 in Ottawa, a chili supper and carnival at Appanoose Elementary in Pomona, a big band dinner and dance at Washburn Towers, a conceal carry class and various meals at local venues, plus caregiver support and grief sessions all in Ottawa and nearby areas. The list covers venues, times, and contact notes for readers planning the weekend activities.
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Washburn Towers Civic Room
S. Main St
Ottawa
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