Franklin County Historical Society to unveil online portal
Franklin County Historical Society collaborates with regional libraries and museums to fill a new online portal with county history. The quarterly meeting at the Records and Research Center will focus on the portal, which debuted publicly last spring and aims to aid genealogists, out of town researchers, and students with forgotten local material.
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Franklin County Historical Society
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The
Historical Society
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Franklin County Records and Research Center
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the Historical Society
Kansas Weather Summary Alert From Highway Patrol Hotline
Readable weather briefing lists sun and wind details with gusts and mild temps across Kansas. Includes hotline numbers and online access for statewide conditions provided by the Kansas Highway Patrol.
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Extremes Reported Across Lower 48 States
The Associated Press notes national temperature extremes with 31 degrees at Stanley Idaho and 113 degrees at Blythe California. Readings from Needles and Palm Springs California are also mentioned.
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Boyd's Furniture to close after nine months in Ottawa
Nathan Boyd, owner of Boyd's Furniture at 220 S Main St, announced closure due to losing the lease after nine months of operation. A potential new tenant is moving into the large space, with remodels expected by August. Closeout sales began, aiming to clear inventory by August 20 as Boyd seeks a new Ottawa location, hoping for a future in the business.
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The
Ottawa Herald
Boyd’s Furniture
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Ottawa
Nathan Boyd
Meagan Patton
Boyd
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Weight loss contestant vows to press on after setback
Ottawa resident Jen McCay finished outside the top two in KC Fitness Magazine’s Facebook weight loss contest. A new twist will feature the top 12 in August with makeover photos, trainer support, and a final photo shoot. McCay already has two trainer offers and plans daily walks, evening jogs, and a strict nutrition plan with three to four training days weekly.
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Meagan Patton
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