Ottawa High girl found with unloaded gun at school
A 14-year-old Ottawa girl was arrested on suspicion of carrying a concealed weapon at Ottawa High School. Principal Gary Mavity said she was placed on short-term suspension with a long-term suspension hearing set for March 30. The gun was a unloaded .22 caliber semi-automatic found in her coat.
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Prager decision boosts Hendrix in GOP race for insurance commissioner
Prager withdraws from consideration leaving Hendrix and Todd as the leading Republican contenders. Dan Martinez also exits the race citing time demands, narrowing the field and signaling fundraising efforts will shape a May candidacy announcement. Hendrix plans to raise funds through April and publicly announce in May depending on results.
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Weather Tonight and Weekend Forecast Summary
Parley cloudy tonight with a low of 40 to 45 and northwest wind 10 to 15 mph. Kansas extended Saturday mainly dry with Lows near 40 northwest to lower 50s southeast and highs 70 to 80 east with mid 60s across the northwest. Sunday cooler and dry with Lows in the 40s and highs 45 to 55. Monday dry with Lows in the 90s and highs 50 to 60.
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Burning ban lifted sparks cautious county talk
County officials urged residents to rely on good judgment for controlled burns and cautioned that strong winds require extra care. Commissioners recalled past caution levels and noted a trend of fire departments being used for non emergencies. Norman Wooge proposed publishing county property valuations in The Herald, but no budget money or broad support was found.
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Ottawa fair pits display vast science sparks and a potato gun feat
Ottawa students win grand championships across K to high school divisions at the Ottawa fair. Izzie Wendler and Kris Atkinson led the third to fifth grade with a river model and water flow experiments. Other champions include Sandi Gerhardt Beth Gibbons Amanda Goetz in middle school and Julianna Thomas Nathan Boone in lower grades. The event features university, state agency and industry displays along with a live 8 month old bobcat. Scholarships for grand champions plus class winners accompany the awards.
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Rail-trail proposal gains support amid economic optimism
Garnett officials led by Mayor Dan Benjamin and the Anderson County Development Corporation defend the rails to trails project citing economic benefits seen in Iowa and Wisconsin. They note 100000 plus users spending millions, while wildlife groups back the trail for rare species protection. Cole warns the Senate subcommittee may strip funding. Gov Finney previously vetoed rails to trails twice.
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West Franklin board outlines $1.8 million building plan
Board members led by Superintendent James Cain refine the district project and pledge over $1 million in improvements for Appanoose as part of the $1.8 million plan. Three community forums are planned in April to field questions about the proposal and election, with sessions on April 5 at Williamsburg gym, April 6 at Appanoose MP room, and April 7 at Pomona High MP room.
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Ottawa Ad Briefs Spotlight Local Fundraisers
Community events in Ottawa include KTJO-FM spaghetti dinner March 18 5 to 8 p.m. Kiwanis Pancake Day March 21 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 6 to 7 p.m. Easter Bunny skate at Roll Away Skate Center plus advertising for bake sales, easter gifts, a St. Pat’s dance, and live music by Country Gold and The Unknown at local venues.
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Ottawa Herald subscription rates and postage details
The Ottawa Herald lists subscription prices and delivery options, including carrier, motor route, and mail rates for Franklin County, surrounding counties, and out of state. Rates cover one month to one year with various regional, rural, and mail options, all in advance.
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