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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 2008
Page
1
A rare wheat disease outbreak risks cutting Franklin County yields with 75 to 80 percent of the crop showing head scab. County agent Darren Hibdon warns fields could be abandoned if severe, delaying harvest which may start next week. Some wheat might have produced 45 to 50 bushels per acre under normal conditions.
Beachner Grain completes the purchase of Lindale Grain in Williamsburg after noon Friday. Dale Hermreck notes the move reunites two former sister facilities, with Richmond and Williamsburg elevators once part of the same company. Beachner, based in St. Paul, has expanded by acquiring Lindale amid earlier 1992 sales.
Ottawa High School senior Zach Gaudet works summers at Forest Park Swimming Pool where he jokes with coworkers during breaks. He notes the easy routine and rising pay, recalls watching younger swimmers struggle, and says he has not needed CPR but has seen tense moments on the stand.
In Topeka, House and Senate clash over a new comprehensive transportation plan. Senate President Morris backs authorizing upgrades and aims to pass three bills next year if possible. House Transportation chair Hayzlett warns budget and funding hurdles may push any plan to the following year amid a tight revenue outlook.
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