Supreme Court splits over display of Ten Commandments
Kansas GOP leaders fault the court for not allowing broader displays near government buildings. The Bench section notes a Texas court display outside the Capitol and a Kentucky courthouse display inside violates separation of church and state. Senator Sam Brownback welcomed signals of a softer stance on faith expressions.
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Wastewater bill may rise in Ottawa plan suggests increases
Ottawa city commissioners were asked to consider a rate increase for the wastewater fund. A consultant and city staff propose a $3.24 monthly rise this year and $1.75 next year to rebuild the reserve. The fund, hit by the old plant failure, may go red within five years without higher revenue.
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Ottawa woman collects about 400 angels for comfort
Jean McCloud 77 says guardian angels saved her after a 14 year old crash in Oklahoma in which husband Jess died. She survived with 14 broken bones and two damaged lungs, later beating breast cancer. Her life is guarded by a growing collection of angel pins and figures given by family for special occasions.
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BTK confession offers limited solace for victims' families
In Wichita, Charlie Otero and others react to Dennis Rader's guilty plea for the BTK killings. Otero says the admission is a release for the killer but does little to heal survivors of the 10 victims, including his own siblings and parents, killed starting in 1974. The statement underscores enduring pain and incomplete closure for those left behind.
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