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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1999
Page
7
Kansas basketball beat an opponent in Waco Texas Wednesday night despite coach Ray Williams facing tense moments. The game marked a victory for the team, with details noted on page 9 of the publication.
A 50 percent chance for light snow Friday and otherwise cold and cloudy with highs near 20. North wind 10 to 20 mph. For more weather information, see page 2.
An Air Force F-16 attacked a northern Iraq air defense radar installation after the pilot reported an imminent surface-to-air missile threat. The missile impact status was unclear, the jet returned safely, and US officials cited self defense and no-fly zone enforcement in a Europe Command statement.
Former Baldwin City clerk Penni Porter, 41, received a suspended 30 day jail term and 200 hours of community service after pleading guilty to two counts of misusing public funds and one count of making a false writing. She faces two years of supervised probation, must pay 20000 restitution, and cannot seek municipal employment. Porter was fired in June. district attorney cites corrupted records and city costs exceeding 40000 to fix the scheme.
The area group BR549, based in Nashville with Kansas ties, earns a Grammy nomination for Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal for Wild One. Lawrence officials, led by Mayor Marty Kennedy, designated a BR549 Week in honor of the band's hometown ties and rising success.
Jamal R. Ramsey, 18, a senior at Northeast High School in Kansas City, was charged with first degree arson after an explosive device injured 11 students. A second student was arrested and more charges were expected as investigators seek a motive for the Tuesday blast.
A California district court faces a litigious dispute over operatic rights and mountain sports terrain. The lawsuit scrutinizes civil procedure and potential fee awards while examining park uses and public access limitations.
House prosecutors deliver two articles accusing President Clinton of perjury and obstruction of justice. Senate gathers for private session to decide how to proceed as Chief Justice Rehnquist prepares to preside. White House says there is no compelling case for removal.
County commissioners ask technologies director Kevin Jones to audit Lucent Technologies fiber optic telephone and computer system costs dating from 1995. Officials seek a full accounting of expenditures and an inventory of materials, with an initial report possible Monday at 2 p.m. and a full follow up until completion.
Ottawa City Commission approved a low bid of 3.63 percent interest on temporary notes to fund a $1 million public works project. Mayor Blaine Finch and commissioners Gene Ramsey and Joan Tyson attended the special meeting. Country Club Bank provided the bid. The plan loans $1 million, repayable by April 1, 2000, with general obligation bonds to refund later. The project adds two buildings near the utilities warehouse at 234 Beech, including a large barn storage area for city equipment and materials between the warehouse and Neosho County Community College.
Osage County magistrate judge convicted Michael Dougherty, principal at Marais des Cygnes Valley schools in Melvern, of a misdemeanor for not reporting suspected abuse after a 5 year old girl arrived at school with a bruise. Witnesses testified Dougherty directed staff to notify the child's relatives and delayed social worker contact.
Ottawa voters consider four seats with incumbent Jack Maxwell social science teacher Frank Garvin and Mark Worley Sr. named among applicants. Filing closes January 26 at the Franklin County clerk’s office. Maxwell, targeting a fourth term, highlights technology, reading, and middle school plans as campaign pillars.
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