Ottawa Board of Education pivots as Cum mings hailed for leadership
In a surprise move Jeanette Lowry nominated Rex Cummings to keep the presidency, aiming for a smooth transition for new superintendent Jan Collins. The vote highlights a divided board over the old middle school issue and questions Lowry's future influence while Cummings is praised for steady leadership during Kay Highberger’s interim tenure.
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Save Ottawa middle school in fight over police building
Mr and Mrs Frank Hanson appeal to residents to oppose a 2.7 million police facility in the flood district and to repurpose the old Ottawa middle school. They argue renovating the historic building preserves architecture, frees funds, and avoids demolishing a locally valued landmark despite the school’s vacancy and critics' push for new construction. They urge petitioning courts to redirect money and challenge demolition advocates.
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O/FCED Members Serve Community
A reader asserts O/FCED members volunteer to serve the community, noting several business people contribute time, with no personal rewards. The writer argues the industrial park relies on OFCED and that many in business would not be present without the board’s work.
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Parks and culture shape Ottawa's vibrant community voice
Dorothy Nichols reflects on Ottawa's parks, green spaces, and cultural arts amid renewed interest in skateboarding and a promised skateboard park. She praises groundskeepers, band traditions, and city planning while urging balance between athletics and cultural offerings for a well rounded hometown environment.
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Dr Laura fraud critique of televised culture
Don Kaul blasts Dr Laura Schlesinger as a fraud and mocks her as a radio psychologist. He criticizes Call-in shows and reality TV like Survivor and Big Brother for promoting shallow, capitalistic entertainment and pervasive prejudice. He voices disdain for TV’s blurring of truth and privacy and invites readers to respond.
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