Franklin County on a population growth roll in 1990s
Editorial notes Franklin County and nearby areas posted stronger growth from 1990 to 1995, with Franklin adding 1,170 residents to reach 23,164 and a 5.3 percent rise. Statewide many counties declined, while Ottawa area shows development. Cautions about growth are offered, but the county is described as on a roll for the first time in decades.
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Franklin County
U.S
Ottawa
Herald
Harvey
Johnson
John D. Montgomery
Editorial: Legislature should drop fluoride mandate
Guest editors argue against a Kansas bill forcing communities to fluoridate water. They liken the measure to using a howitzer to swat flies, saying most fluoride is wasted and dental hygiene can be taught and pursued through toothpaste, water, and floss without state overreach.
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Herald
Kansas
Kansas faces a tough West region in NCAA tournament
Kansas fans hope for Final Four glory as the Jayhawks share a West regional with top seed Purdue and a possible clash with Arizona. Predictions favor Connecticut over KU in the semifinals with Kentucky beating Georgetown for the title. The piece also notes seed history and small schools’ chances, highlighting KU and K State’s multiple appearances and UWGB’s first round path.
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Jayhawk
Danny
Manning
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Purdue
Arizona
UCLA
Wildcats
Jayhawks
University of Connecticut
Kentucky
Georgetown
Uconn
Kansas State
Indiana
UK Wildcats
Louisville
Penn
Magic Johnson
Michigan State
Louisiana State University
Villanova
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
Green Bay
NFL
NCAA
Dallas
Tennessee debate on teaching evolution as fact prompts Kansas echoes
A letter argues Tennessee should outlaw teaching evolution as fact and promote biblical creation as fact. The author supports the move, questions common origins, cites Adam and God as creator, and hopes Kansas and the nation follow Tennessee’s example without firing teachers for teaching either view.
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Tennessee
Kansas
Thanks to Ottawa High drill team leaders and sponsors
A parent from Ottawa High School credits drill team captain Anne Porter sponsors Nancy Baylor and Susan Geiss and principal Mr Mavity for their dedication and support. The letter thanks the Cyclonettes and all OHS athletes for a fantastic year and publicly expresses gratitude.
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Ottawa
Anne Porter
OHS
Nancy Baylor
Susan Geiss
Debbie Davis
Silent majority speaks up for cheerleaders and school pride
Doug Durbin voices support for Cyclonettes and other student groups praising their hard work and sportsmanship at school events. He urges respect for young performers and resilience against anonymous critics while noting concerns about sidewalk access and criticizing Pat Buchanan’s abortion stance in rape or incest cases.
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Cyclonettes
Doug Durbin
Pat Buchanan
Pat
It’s Your Quarter Comments On Local Issues And Concerns
A reader voices opinions on valuation notices taxes and local trails. They urge state action to balance taxation with property sale rights, propose a Franklin County lake near Ottawa, praise Prairie Spirit trail, request safer school bus cross guards, correct trespassing law understanding, complain of zoning delays, and call for community input via the It’s Your Quarter forum at 242 4700.
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Franklin County
Ottawa
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