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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1998
Page
9
Following regional finals on Saturday Ottawa High School will advance five wrestlers to the Class 4A state tournament in Wichita this Friday. The five grapplers earned the right after strong regional performances, advancing to compete for state medals.
Mild and partly sunny conditions with a daytime high near 55 to 60 degrees. SE winds will pick up to 10 to 20 mph by afternoon and calmer periods may occur later.
Linda Nicholson was bitten by a full grown white Persian on the K-68 bypass bridge near Forest Park while attempting to rescue the cat. Her hand swelled, she sought medical care, and doctors consider rabies shots. Call 242-1838 if you have information about the cat.
The Fast Central Kansas ECKAN with Head Start launches PANDA a five county preschool program to educate 4 year olds on drug harms. Gov Graves approves the grant proposal and Ted Scott leads the curriculum rollout across 12 Head Start classrooms in Franklin Douglas Miami Osage and Lyon counties. There are 238 children and 348 parents involved.
In Topeka Kansas Kevin Kline star of The Big Chill and A Fish Called Wanda performed Shakespeare at a benefit for the Civic Theatre Academy. The event raised over 100000 dollars to expand the 63 year old Civic Theatre and create a 1 million endowment. Guests paid 200 dollars for the show and 300 dollars for a dinner with the St Louis native after the performance.
The Supreme Court rejected a constitutional challenge to New Jersey Megan's Law. The decision leaves intact the requirement to notify communities of convicted sex offenders. Law enacted in 1995 and adopted by 36 other states faces Fifth Amendment arguments over double punishment.
Peter Martin Vella, 18, sues Milford city claiming a nose injury from a protruding basket hook during a playground game. In Melbourne, a 20-year-old dies after a garage wall with a basketball backboard collapses as he grips the rim during a slam dunk.
President Clinton consulted world leaders on a tentative U N Iraq accord that could avert strikes. Senate leader Trent Lott warned the president is in a box between a flawed deal and allied opposition to force. Clinton, Gore and aides sought full details as Annan reported to the U N Security Council.
Richard Jackson presents an award to Carlotta Silvey of Williamsburg as an outstanding black student at Bethany Chapel Baptist Church during a Black History Month program. Ottawa senior Michael Habtemichael was honored but could not attend. John Hunter spoke, noting selections were based on academics and community service.
Severe tornado outbreak across central Florida kills at least 27 people and damages hundreds of homes. Osceola and Seminole counties report the highest fatalities. Kissimmee area hit hard with 14 deaths. Disney World area spared. Florida power outages affect 135,000 residents. FEMA to deploy aid as president responds.
The Kansas Legislative Spouses organization offers mutual support and informative activities for lawmakers families. Members attend devotionals and lunches in the Capitol while hearing speakers on Kansas history, universities, and industry. The group fosters understanding of state issues and personal ties across rural and urban spouses.
The 130th Field Artillery Brigade activation in Kansas honors the regiment now deactivated under force cuts in 1991. Notables include retired Petty and Maj Doug Hall as adjutant, Sgt Maj Gerald Pittsburg, Col Ralph Rupnebaum as honorary member, and Specialist Shawn Miller earning Best Soldier. Dozens of artillery community members are named among distinguished decorations and Stahl Barbara medals awarded to outstanding personnel.
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