Keep Ottawa Campus Worth Time To Prove Itself
Neosho County Community College trustees weigh a $500000 budget gap and an eight mill property tax hike to fund the Ottawa satellite. They cite Ottawa’s 1994-95 revenue excess over costs and argue the campus, with marketing and program improvements, could eventually pay for itself and support the main college. Critics urge caution about directing tax dollars outside the county and waning enrollment.
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Five Ottawa city commissioners attend national meetings
Ottawa editors claimed all five city commissioners attend the National League of Cities Legislative Conference in Washington each year, but City Manager Scott Lambers reports only two attended in 1996 while all five did in 1995. Attendance varied from year to year and by meeting, with varying numbers across 1991 to 1994 and a separate convention in different cities.
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Reader Forum Upset Over Legislators’ Pay Raise Demand
A reader mockingly urges support for a 92 percent salary hike for legislators, arguing they work hard, pass campaign reform, monitor campaign money, and socialize with lobbyists. They advocate a 100 percent pay increase and preserving their pension, calling sympathy for underpaid lawmakers.
Good care close to home at Anderson County hospital
A local resident praises Ander son County community hospital for excellent care of husband Clayton Pittman after a heart attack nine years ago and expresses gratitude for nearby medical services.
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California ruling bars custody for abusing parent in beatings
The California Supreme Court refused to review a lower court ruling denying custody to a father who beat his wife, holding that a child’s awareness of domestic violence justifies restricting access for the abuser. The ruling, supported by studies on violence and child impact, aims to protect children and deter batterers.
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Lake Withdraws From CIA Director Run Amid Partisan Debates
The Washington Post notes Anthony Lake pulled out of the CIA director race after a turbulent confirmation process marked by partisan attacks and delays. It cites White House and Senate dynamics, Clinton campaign impacts, and broader questions about intelligence policy and confirmation culture. The Tacoma News Tribune comments on welfare reform, criticizing symbolic moves to hire from welfare rolls as Congress downsizes the government and limits available positions for beneficiaries.
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Moral parallels fail in public service argues for reform
Opinion column argues that moral relativism erodes accountability in politics. It warns that condemning unethical acts requires judging individuals, not sides, and urges public to reject excuses that both parties are equally at fault. The piece maintains reform depends on outrage and citizen standards.
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Charley Reese Calls for Honest Public Service
Charley Reese argues for public officials of integrity intelligence and courage not swayed by media, big business, or unions. He says giants exist and voters should seek candidates with all three qualities and reject cynicism.
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