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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 2013
Page
1
A Boy Scout visits his former school to work on a sacred art project, returning to campus to contribute a creative piece. The article notes the influence of the school on his values and the ceremonial aspect of the project.
Don Waymire, born July 1 1928 in Wichita, died Tuesday at 84. A former member of the Franklin County Board of Commissioners and longtime businessman, he helped run Waymire Grocery in Ottawa and, with his father and brother, owned up to 10 stores in Kansas. He married Norma Page in 1949 and had three children.
City Finance Director Scott Bird said an envelope contained a powdery substance prompting a precautionary shutdown of the utility payment office inside City Hall at 101 S. Hickory St. Ottawa. Authorities sealed the drop box. the clerk was isolated but not harmed. The incident marks the first such substance in the office in 32 years.
West Franklin district voters reject a $14.3 million bond 1,318 to 555. The defeat shifts talks from central campuses to district unity as officials plan certifying results and consider next steps. If approved, the project would modernize middle and high schools and centralize Pomona campus. Superintendent Dotson Bradbury commented earlier.
Central Heights patrons approved a 1.75 million bond to raise the roof and fund construction, equipment and furnishings for a new music room, locker room, kitchen, upgraded gym and auditorium seating, and a roof replacement. Voters via mail chose 460 yes to 341 no, a 57 to 43 margin. Kathy Sheldon praised the community and said the improvements will benefit students.
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