Rain Ends Heat But Weekend Forecast Looks Hot
Rain over Franklin County brought 1.02 inches to Ottawa water plant and raised July total to 2.56 inches. Highs near 94 Thursday. weekend heat expected with highs in the 90s and heat indices above 100. Soybeans praised as the major crop needs rain. long-range outlook calls for more sun and high temperatures.
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Advanced voting opens for Aug 1 Kansas primary
Ottawa and Franklin County voters may cast advanced ballots for the Aug 1 primary. County Clerk Shari Perry announced ballots are mailed to permanent list voters, with mail delivery expected today or soon. Voters may request by mail or in person. office hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays, with two Saturday sessions on July 22 and 29.
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Chamber survey on Ottawa smoking ban in dining areas
Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce education and health panel seeks feedback on a possible city ordinance banning smoking in restaurants within limits. About 35 members have replied. most support a targeted ban for venues serving food, with some caution about broader public spaces and business owner rights.
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Iraq war costs near half a trillion dollars by 2009
The Congressional Budget Office projects Iraq war spending could reach about 500 billion dollars even with troop withdrawals by end of 2009. Current appropriations total 291 billion with 432 billion for war related operations since 2001.
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