Quote of the Day by Mary Lawrence on stories
The quote from journalism educator Mary Lawrence of the University of Missouri in 2001 emphasizes that people do not live by bursts of data but by stories. Stories comfort arouse excite educate and linger in the heart.
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Ethanol plant boosts Garnett economy and state plans
Anderson County welcomes East Kansas Agri Energy’s 46.5 million ethanol plant adding over 30 jobs and increasing seed crop purchases. The plant uses 13 million bushels yearly to produce 35 million gallons ethanol and 115000 tons dried distillers grains. Statewide interest grows with five to seven new plants eyed between Garden City and the Texas panhandle amid expectations of wider rural benefits.
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Reader Forum letters sought with signatures and contact details
Readers are invited to submit opinions to the Reader Forum. Submissions must be hand signed and include the author’s address and telephone number. Send letters to Reader Forum The Ottawa Herald 104 S Cedar Ottawa KS 66067 or by email to letters ottawaherald.com. Letters should not exceed 400 words and may be edited for space.
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First Amendment text enshrines freedoms in U S law
The First Amendment restricts Congress from establishing religion or prohibiting free exercise. It protects speech press assembly and petition, enabling citizens to seek redress of grievances from the government.
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Kansas Republicans weigh open primary debate in Wichita
Kansas Republicans face a weekend decision on opening the GOP primary to unaffiliated voters, a move that could boost turnout but risks nominating candidates at odds with the general election. The issue stems from a 68 to 50 by law change attempt and hinges on party strategy, voter behavior, and the balance between open participation and core conservative control. Hawk Hawver notes political implications for Kansas amid the statewide primary debate.
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Ottawa umpiring dispute and crowd behavior described
A reader vented about a Ottawa versus Olathe baseball game praising poor umpiring and aggressive fans. The letter cites an umpire striking the coach, rude comments from local fans, and a request for accountability, noting ongoing umpiring concerns in Ottawa.
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