Literature festival founder Gerry Getty dies at 53
Gerry Getty, retired elementary teacher and founder of the Franklin County Literature Festival, died Wednesday after a long illness at 53. A 22 year educator in Central Heights, she started the festival in 1994, later moving it to Ottawa University, attracting hundreds of students and authors. Her work included Reading Is Fundamental programs and building local teacher involvement with national education groups. Getty earned a 1971 degree from Kansas State Teaching College and a 1992 master’s from Kansas State University, previously teaching in Overbrook and Tipton. Her husband Steve noted her lifelong passion for reading and making literature accessible to children.
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County 911 to upgrade with Phase II cell calls
Franklin County will upgrade its 911 system to handle cell phone calls more precisely under Phase II. The commission approved the improvements, enabling dispatchers to see caller numbers and accurate locations, aiding responders along I-35 and through the county.
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Bush releases dental records on National Guard service
The White House released a January 6 1973 dental examination showing George H W Bush serving at Donnelly Air National Guard Base Alabama to counter Democratic claims he did not report for duty during Vietnam era. Scott McClellan said critics seek political gain and noted Bush trained mainly in Texas but performed duties in Alabama in 1972 to aid a Senate campaign.
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Lyndon man jailed for violating no contact order
Tommy Kleiner, 25, of Lyndon, entered Casey's in Lyndon where his sister Lisa Montgomery works on Nov 30 with items in hand. Judge Edwin Smith revokes probation and orders 60 days in jail, citing failure to avoid contact and a pattern of family conflict stemming from July 2003 assaults.
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Wellsville considers 25 mph speed limit downtown
Wellsville City Council moves to draft ordinances reducing the maximum speed within city limits to 25 mph and to remove No Turn to Park signs on Main Street. Officials cite speeding concerns and discuss posting requirements and potential entrance signs. The panel also notes a railroad crossing horn project is on hold amid company rumors.
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