Police eye new cooperation after sheriff resignation
Franklin County Sheriff Jeff Curry plans to resign April 1, a move Ottawa police chief Dennis Butler calls the first step in rebuilding ties with the sheriff's office. Ottawa and Wellsville chiefs discuss effects on interagency relations as public confidence seeks restoration.
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GOP group sets tentative date for vote on sheriff nominee
A local GOP group announced a tentative date for voting on a nominee to replace the sheriff amid an ouster hearing held last Thursday. Curry said he would resign voluntarily effective 5 p.m. April 1 after submitting his letter to Gov. Brownback's office via his Olathe attorney.
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Grape Hyacinth Stands Out Amid Snowy Ottawa Planter
A grape hyacinth appears bright against a white snowy background in a downtown Ottawa flower planter. Signs of spring, which began March 20, are visible despite lingering winter weather.
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Ottawa Candidates Eye School Board Seats
Six Ottawa residents contend for three Ottawa school board seats and will meet in a forum at Franklin County Office Annex. The event, 7 to 9 p.m., at 1428 S Main St, Ottawa, allows voters to compare candidates including incumbent Bill Allegre and challengers Lynda Alderman Tim Catlin Richard Jackson Russ Wilson and Norman Wooge.
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