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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 2008
Page
6
In Topeka Harris reports that all three candidates for the 2nd Congressional District acknowledge voters strained by rising gasoline costs as the national average nears four dollars per gallon. Each candidate notes no quick fix exists and says action would take time, while two Republicans officially filed on Monday.
In eastern Kansas, GOP primary contenders former U.S. Rep. Dim Ryan and State Treasurer Lynn Jenkins fault high gas costs. Jenkins said pump pain shows need for fresh blood in Washington to fix the problem. Senate windfall profits tax debate noted on Page 10.
Goody's Family Clothing Inc. files Chapter 11, with 69 stores closing including Hutchinson, Salina, and Pittsburg locations. Ottawa store remains open, as company plans to protect long term health while addressing financial challenges. a distribution center in Arkansas will also close.
In 2006 election filings, Ed Taylor and Roy Dunn face opposition. John C. Riddle seeks Democratic nomination for the 2nd District to challenge Taylor in November, with Gene Hirt planning an independent bid. David J. Hood runs Republican for the 8th District seat held by Dunn. If no Democrat files, the Republican primary may decide that race. Sheriff remains contested with Craig Davis, Jim Honn, and Tony LeMaster.
Ben Martin Peck Animal Shelter seeks 77,288 for 2009 to cover costs from operations, donations, and events after serving 1,781 animals in 2007. City budgeted 49,800 for 2008. officials note shelter costs per animal totaled 94 dollars.
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