Touch painter brings unique ink finger art to Ottawa
Julie Rice of McLouth showcases touch painting at the Carnegie Cultural Center in Ottawa, using thumbprint inspired ink strokes to create Old West scenes. Her show runs Friday 6 to 9 pm with $10 admission, tied to the Old West Cowboy Days in Forest Park, through June 30.
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Cattle drive returns to Main Street for Ottawa event
Cattle drive involving 80 to 100 head will travel from Ottawa City Park along Main Street to Forest Park as part of Old West Cowboy Days this weekend. Organizer Chuck McKellips says the event runs from 10 a.m. Saturday with cowboys guiding the herd through downtown, noting occasional stubborn animals are quickly redirected.
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Old West Cowboy Days Bring Western Flair to Ottawa
Ottawa prepares for the third annual Old West Cowboy Days at Forest Park with demonstrations art and music over three days. Friday opens with a Western Art Show Reception featuring artist Julie Rice from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Carnegie Cultural Center 515 S Main St.
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Senate blocks minimum wage rise in election year
The GOP-led Senate rejected a Democratic bid to raise the federal minimum wage from $5.15 an hour, 52-46, eight votes shy of the 60 needed. Senator Edward M. Kennedy argued the current rate keeps some families below poverty, noting $5.15 yields about $10,700 annually. The House GOP signaled no floor vote is planned.
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Unemployment claims rise as weekly totals jump
Jobless claims climb by the largest amount in five weeks. Page 5 notes a family of three falls below the poverty line. Kennedy cites a $30,000 rise in lawmakers' annual pay since the last minimum wage increase. Republicans warn higher wages may reduce jobs, with Sen. Johnny Isakson calling the clash a clash of rival philosophies between market forces and top down mandates.
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Franklin County approves courthouse renovation plan and bids
Franklin County Commission moved the courthouse restoration forward by approving project plans and scheduling a public bid opening for 10 am July 26 at the Franklin County Annex. Architectural study overseer Don McMican noted moisture has deteriorated the stone foundation. total project cost is about 463000 with a 90000 state grant. Renovations extend into 2007.
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