Pomona State Lake Hosts July Fourth Events Across Land Water and Sky
Pomona State Lake plans a Fourth of July celebration with land water and air entertainment. Pomona Lake Ski shows aquatic stunts at Lighthouse Bay Marina Cove starting at 6 PM. Fireworks light the sky after dark from boat ramp No 1 with spectators along the park road. Admission and camping fees apply with senior discounts. On July 5 Friends of Pomona State Park hosts its 5th annual Horse Shoe Tournament at Kansas Campground near the marina with trophies for doubles singles and sports singles divisions.
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City moves to separate utility budgets from city funds
Ottawa city officials plan to shift non-utility expenses out of the utility funds to clarify revenue sources and spending. The electrical fund mainly relies on bills from residents and businesses, not property taxes. Also on the Wednesday agenda, Gas 'N Shop of Lincoln seeks a beer license after purchasing Co op Country Store at 334 N Main St. Linda Tegtmeyer accuses staff of harassment. Padgett to investigate. Kansas Gas Agency may represent the city in a rate case before the Kansas Corporation Commission as Kansas Gas Service seeks about a 20 percent price increase, costing the city electrical dept at least $44,000.
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Kline pushes missing parolee search and new prison plan
Attorney General Phill Kline announced a state program to locate absconded parolees with two extra staffers and KBI agents. He urged lawmakers to fund a new prison, citing 5135 parolees with 467 absconders and 16.9 percent absconders in community corrections, and criticized current penalties. He targeted violent and sex offense offenders and two-year-plus absentees.
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Oil Pipeline Breach Scar Cripples Iraqi Output Near Najaf
Looters breached a southern Iraq oil pipeline near Najaf causing a fire and spill. Repairs are delayed due to security threats as U.S. Marines assess the damage. Bremer says Iraq's interim administration is on track by July. Air service to Baghdad under consideration amid ongoing insurgent violence.
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Cruising Memories Link Car and Family Moments
A reminiscence shows Larry Wright lending his car to Jones for a short ride through Main Street and nearby streets. Jones recalls the trip fondly, waving from the seat as Don Marconette notes the car’s sentimental value and a mantelpiece model echoes the connection to her late father.
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County towns clash with ATVs in city limits
Ottawa Pomona and Wellsville enforce ATV bans on streets while residents urge safety. Pomona treasurer Julie Shepherd says ATVs are not allowed on city streets and deputies respond to complaints to locate riders. Rantoul officials note noise and safety worries though no local ordinance exists. Vickie Moss.
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