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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 2002
Page
3
Western Kansas endures its driest year since 1913 with soil bone dry at 32 feet. Ranchers sell cattle as 3,000 farmers file crop insurance claims while Conservation Reserve Program limits planting. The drought’s impact spans the state, echoing Dust Bowl era concerns and prompting prayers for relief.
Kansas State University faces a 9.4 million shortfall in state support after legislative funding cuts. Tuition increases planned by the Kansas Board of Regents could raise in state undergraduates by 300 dollars per semester and higher costs for out of state students. The Lawrence Journal-World also notes election apathy as 52 of 125 House seats remain uncontested in 2002, with incumbents prevailing in most unopposed races.
Burdett Loomis argues the rising number of unopposed Kansas House races reflects a broader pattern nationwide. He notes many incumbents face no major-party challenge, primary battles intensify, and the district’s low pay and demanding duties deter candidates. The piece advocates recognizing some electoral choices as a positive sign.
A longtime Ottawa resident lauds the ORC for ongoing service and programs benefiting Ottawa and nearby towns. Over two weekends 137 teams from Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma played in ORC tournaments in Ottawa. Ten Ottawa teams participated, with visiting squads bringing 12 to 15 players plus coaches and families to spend on hotels, gas, dining, and downtown shops.
A letter to the editor argues the ORC and local groups fund community opportunities via events and that a new recreation facility could be funded without extra taxes. The writer defends ORC staff, praises volunteers, urges readers to contact city commissioners to approve the facility and notes public support exists.
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