Ottawa weighs annexation as growth pushes sewer plans
Ottawa moves toward annexation to extend sewer service east of current limits along K-68 to I-35. The city plans to acquire the Wal Mart Distribution Center line and build new lines, enabling development at the K-68 interchange. The discussion includes extending water and electric services and potential annexation of nearby lands.
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Old Jefferson Town set for major renovation in Oskaloosa
The Topeka Capital-Journal notes Old Jefferson Town in Oskaloosa, featuring nine buildings including John Steuart Curry’s boyhood home, plus five acres of prairie. A two phase upgrade will create frontier business displays and expand the genealogical research center for visitors and future generations.
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Reader Forum submissions sought for Ottawa Herald letters
Readers are invited to send hand signed letters with full contact details to Reader Forum The Ottawa Herald 104 S Cedar Ottawa KS 66067 or via letters ottawaherald com. Submissions are limited to 500 words and must include address and telephone number.
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Writing Addresses for U S Officials in Kansas and Washington
A list of formal contact addresses and phone numbers for national and state officials is provided. Entries include President Bill Clinton, U S Sen Pat Roberts, Sen Sam Brownback, Rep Jim Ryan, Gov Bill Graves, State Sen Robert Tyson, and State Reps Ralph Tanner and Bill Feyerborn with office locations in Washington D C and Topeka Kansas plus associated telephone numbers and websites.
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Local Views column seeks new Ottawa editors
Opinion page editor outlines goals for balanced community discussion and invites local writers to apply as Local Views columnists. Readers may submit up to 600 words detailing background and why they fit, with Aug. 20 deadline.
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Education doomed unless teachers take back control
A Washington Post report recalls a Wal-Mart sighting of teachers, leading to quick hires amid nationwide shortages. The piece argues salaries, behavior, and administrator support drive attrition, urging student discipline reform and empowerment of teachers to avert a collapse of public education.
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