Quote of the Da Helen Thomas Hearst 1999
The column credits Helen Thomas of the Hearst News Service with a bold summation of contemporary politics. Her succinct remarks capture the era’s tension between press independence and political power, reflecting a veteran correspondent’s sharp observations.
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Free school dental clinic brings care to Ottawa students
Ottawa kindergar ten through eighth grade pupils will receive essentially free dental services at their schools during Feb 4 to 8. About 159 students with medical cards or uninsured enroll to get cleanings x rays fillings and other work on campus from Reach Out Healthcare America.
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Becky Nevergold
Wellsville Students Explore Health Through Body Walk Exhibit
Wellsville Elementary hosts the Body Walk exhibit with Power Panther guiding fifth graders through nine stations about body anatomy and nutrition. Volunteers from Embarq Corporation assist. exhibit developed by Kansas State Nutrition Services and education officials highlight healthy choices and activity.
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Jodi Mackey
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Joyce Kemnitz
Melinda Bouse
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Controversial Commentary on Religion and Policy
A reader letter asserts it is right to remove religious symbols from public spaces, questions abstinence education, and claims Roe v Wade led to 48 million abortions. The note mentions concerns over immigration, social security, and cites Stan Lloyd of Ottawa.
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Layoffs at Elizabeth Layton Center Draw Local Critique
Christine Stout of Princeton says the Elizabeth Layton Center failed her son after summer staff cuts. She reports he fell through cracks and was hospitalized due to reduced services and says SRS contacts were needed. She would switch to another center serving Ottawa and Franklin County if available.
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Throwing us a bone in voting time
A citizen complains about stimulus spending and government largess. The writer argues spending is irresponsible and that leaders grant themselves raises while the country faces a crisis, calling the public a no-win situation where voters are repeatedly offered “bones.”
Readers' Forum guidelines for Ottawa Herald letters
The Ottawa Herald outlines submission rules for Letters to the Editor. Include name, address, and daytime phone number, with letters limited to 250 words and one letter per month. The paper may edit for length and clarity and rejects form letters poems consumer complaints or business testimonials. Mail or deliver to 104 S. Cedar by 8 am to 5 pm.
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