Correction: Auto collision on Main near Kansas State Bank
At 8 45 a m Saturday William H Hay 77 of 1201 S Mulberry turned left onto Main from the bank drive and struck a vehicle driven by Vernon Stewart 64 of 2146 Osborne Terrace who had turned left from Main into the same drive. Both wore seatbelts. Damage over 500 Stewart did not hit Hay. Hospital notes include admissions and births. Sheriff arrests two Lamastres in Baldwin City for battery. Thefts of gas welding tools and rings noted. Ambulance calls and road closure at 2910 Colorado Road reopened.
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S. Mulberry
Main
Kansas State Bank
Vernon Stewart
Osborne Terrace
Stewart
Hay
Rebecca Taylor
Ottawa
Carolyn Hobbs
Martha Greiner
Everett Hunter
Pomona
Amelia
Jamey Hancock
Sheriff's
Heather L. Lamastres
Yohns From Wisconsin to Aid City Projects in Kansas
Graduate students from Wisconsin enrolled in the University of Kansas public administration program will work with the city through spring. Tasks include an airport survey, gathering sales tax data statewide, and aiding in hiring a land zoning director. Ottawa reports a teen court session and a sewer system acceptance in Eastin Estates. Six properties added to the Neighborhood Revitalization program with a five year tax break. Concerns raised about F M Oil Enterprises plans and partnership contingent on property addition. Iron Horse Run organizer Greg Shaw honored for fundraising for regional trails.
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Wisconsin
University of Kansas
Padgett
Amanda iGuentherg
Ottawa 5 Yo “Council
Ecean Estates
Richard Jackison
Charles Gillette
Ecean Board of
Olive
N. Main
Repairing an 81-Year-Old Clock in the Clock Tower
Webb and colleagues restored an 81 year old clock in the clock tower, noting the challenge of hauling materials up to the height and reflecting on the clock’s historic significance. The project combined old craftsmanship with modern-day work and was described as an honor.
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Clock Tower
Webb
Andy Gassaway
Agassaway
Ottawa Herald.com
Fire Destroys Barn After Delayed Rescue Response
Mary and David Wagner of 2194 S Highway 59 watched a planned restoration burn spread to an old milk barn. Fire trucks arrived 45 minutes late with no water, the blaze quickly outpacing responders. Neighbors and volunteers helped as a water truck finally arrived, but the vintage barn containing furniture and toys was lost. No injuries were reported.
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Jeanny Sharp
Herald
Mary
David Wagner
S. Highway 59
Lincoln Township
Mary Wagner
Wagner
U.S. 59
U.S
County approves easements for Rock Creek Road repair project
County commissioners approved three more easements along Rock Creek Road and heard a proposal to upgrade Texas Road to full maintenance. Ray DeJulio said only one easement remains unresolved and court action may be needed with the owner. An upgrade to Elm Street was also discussed for safety, though no action taken. The panel reviewed Crestview nursing home renovations for county records storage and access systems, totaling about 36,000 in improvements and county work.
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Rock Creek Road
Texas Road
Ray DeJulio
DeJulio
Riley
Shawnee
Wellsville
Elm Street
19Th
23Rd Streets
Ottawa
Commis
Sioners
Earl Devore
Crestview
County Public Records Storage
Franklin County Historical Society
Andy Gassaway
Agassaway
Ottawa Herald.com
Toddler suffocates in car window frame accident in Wichita
A 2-year-old boy left in a car with two other children suffocated when his head and neck became trapped between a door frame and the window. The father drove him to Via Christi Regional Medical Center where authorities noted likely asphyxiation. Prosecutors will review possible charges.
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Landwehr
Via Christi Regional Medical Center
St. Joseph’s
Anthony
National Highway Traffic
Volunteers rally for U S Women's Open at Prairie Dunes
Hutchinson AP reports a surge of volunteers for the U S Women's Open at Prairie Dunes Country Club July 4-7. About 2,139 signups greet competitors with duties at the airport, trash, and beverage service. Volunteers pay 95 for adults and 25 for children to cover uniforms meals and a new temporary eating building.
Powers of OMA board are at issue
Ottawa officials debated restoring the Ottawa Municipal Auditorium board’s powers at a May meeting. City manager Weldon Padgett said delegates want the board to regain independence, akin to its original structure, while the City Commission would retain final authority over power and staffing decisions. Cleon Rickel.
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Ottawa Municipal Auditorium
OMA
Weldon Padgett
Padgett
Ottawa
Auditorium Board
Carnival Controversy Echoes in Town Bar Area
The front page continues with a dispute involving a man named Tate and a boy in Williamsburg. A mother alleges threats and inappropriate conduct near a creek, while Tate’s account is labeled a fabrication by the victim’s grandmother. Turpin cites potential legal action and a lawyer consultation. Mayor's office declined comment due to possible legal issues.
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Charlotte Newkirk
Jim Meacham
F&m
Greg Shaw
Gardner
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Cleon Rickel
Clean
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Washington, D.C
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Fennell
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Canada
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Nashville
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Executive Women’s Golf Association
Tennessee
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