Ottawa highway plans push for new U.S. 59 interchange and road upgrades
Kansas Department of Transportation advances a 750000 dollar grant for a Montana Road interchange at Ottawa Industrial Park. Planners call for widening Eisenhower Road and Ash Street, with turn lanes near schools. Officials warn about downtown traffic loss as the freeway shifts travelers north and urge signage and traffic management.
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Berlin Wall analogy to U S border fence draws rebuke
Paul Kengor argues Mexican leaders Fox and Calderon exaggerate by likening U S border plans to the Berlin Wall. He contrasts freedom denied by the Wall with America's border as a beacon, urging careful, accurate comparison and noting the officials' Ivy League ties and media sources.
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Read er Forum praise for West Franklin school district support
Supporters Kim Giffin Joe Schleicher and Robin Nitcher laud the board and Dr Myers for reconfiguring West Franklin schools after hours of meetings. They argue consolidation is needed and highlight costs, noting an about four thousand dollar higher per student expense previously.
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Reconfiguration Proposal for Williamsburg Pomona Schools
A Williamsburg High and Pomona High Schools regional plan is urged to reconfigure to save over half a million dollars, stabilize finances, and improve educational opportunities. Critics warn of travel inconvenience. supporters back the plan and endorse candidates Lisa Reece, Nancy Reed, Dave McClain, Chuck Campfield, and Bobby Sims. Vote set for April 3.
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