Veterans memorial fundraiser milestone in Franklin County
Ptearl pays tribute as Kenneth Chapman recalls the first fundraiser a July softball tourney in For est Park netting about 80 dollars. Franklin County Veterans Memorial volunteers now hold over 100000 dollars and plan a 2 PM ground breaking on the courthouse lawn for a granite memorial with 200 names and a rifle and helmet panel to be dedicated on Veteran’s Day November 11. A dozen volunteers drove the project with donations and frequent fundraisers over five years, culminating in a meaningful tribute to fallen service members.
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Enneth Chapman
Forest Park
Franklin County Veterans Memorial
Franklin County
John D. Montgomery
Ottawa Herald
Kansas higher education reform aims to unite universities
Guest editorial in the Manhattan Mercury discusses a new state reform creating a single board to govern or coordinate almost all education in Kansas. It argues the funding component may challenge Kansas State University and other major universities while reducing duplication and smoothing two year and four year relations. If enacted, the plan could be a historic improvement.
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KSU
Kansas
Kansans
Manhattan Mercury
Derek S. Lipman
Guest editorials reflect reader views in The Herald
Opinion pieces published for reader variety state that views do not necessarily represent The Herald or its editor. Editorials present diverse perspectives while distinguishing them from official positions.
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Herald
Reader Forum Letter Attacks Prairie Spit Rail-Trail Debate
Orville J. Cole of Garnett criticizes editorial support for the Prairie Spit Rail-Trail, calling it a costly, land confiscating boondoggle. He cites a Garnett to Ottawa trip by a supporter, describes the trail as dull with private dumps, and urges citizens to view it in Ottawa. He reminds readers submissions require signature, address, and phone number.
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Prairie Spit
Iola
Garnett
Ottawa
Welda
Anderson County Review
Richmond
Princeton
Orville J. Cole Garnett
Walk for Life Sponsors Honored by Life Care Center
The Life Care Center for Women acknowledges corporate sponsors from Ottawa and Wellsville for the Walk for Life at Forest Park. Sponsors include Intrust Bank, People’s National Bank, Town and Country Supply, Wal-Mart, Apple Market, Country Mart, A Bloomin’ Florist, Ottawa Floral, Rent Masters, J&D Family Pharmacy, Nollie’s Cash Saver, Casey’s, Great Clips for Hair, Wellsville Bank, and Wellsville Floral. Co-directors Donna Thomason and Paula Calvert are thanked for their time, with Wellsville Baptist volunteers praised for months of effort.
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Life Care Center For
Walk For Life
Forest Park
Intrust Bank
People’s National Bank
Town and Country Supply
Wal-Mart
Apple Market
Country Mart
Bloomin’ Florist
Ottawa Floral
Rent Masters
Ottawa
Wellsville
J&d Family Pharmacy
Nollie’s
Casey's
Great Clips For Hair
Wellsville Bank
Wellsville Floral
Donna Thomasson
Paula Calvert
Wellsville Baptist
Sleep disorders and the sleep lab at Ransom Memorial Hospital
Sleep disorders affect performance and daily life but are treatable with proper diagnosis. The article notes insomnia and sleep apnea as common conditions, explains a SNORE score questionnaire for awareness, and describes Ransom Memorial Hospital’s Sleep Laboratory under Dr. Takeshi Seto. It invites readers to contact (785) 229-8335 for more information.
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Ransom Memorial Hospital
Takeshi Seto
Julia Downs
Media Exploitation Critique After Tragedies and Global Awareness
Charley Reese condemns sensationalized coverage of disasters and argues journalism overreaches for video and ratings. He warns against weaponizing pain with greed across news, legal, politics, and entertainment industries while urging restraint and private grief.
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