Crisis prompts update to Ottawa Middle School safety plan
Ottawa Middle School and Ottawa Police faced a crisis when a threatening note was found at Lincoln Elementary. Officials locked down areas, searched for the writer, and notified named students’ families. Authorities urge immediate, ongoing communication to prevent rumors and improve the district crisis plan.
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Beach Blanket Benefit aids youth center funding
A recent Beach Blanket Benefit drew smaller crowds but strong support for the Ottawa youth center fundraiser. Organizers reported good publicity from the Ottawa Herald and KOFO and thanked city officials, volunteers, and guests including Pusht Steve Strickland and Entry Level Position for adding variety to the show.
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Neighbors Farewell Note for Ottawa Herald Carrier Carol Everett
The Ray Lasseters and Claron Cordles thank Carol Everett for delivering the Ottawa Herald on the front porch, noting timely papers and her wonderful service. They wish her the best in her new position.
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Reader Forum letters urged for signed submissions in Ottawa Herald
Readers are invited to send letters to The Ottawa Herald at 104 S. Cedar Ottawa Kansas 66067 or by email to leters ottawaherald.com Submissions must include the author's address and phone number and be no longer than 500 words Letters may be edited for space and clarity.
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System Keeps Small Farmers Paralyzed by Food Giants
Journal columnist George B. Pyle argues that agribusiness consolidation and federal subsidies trap independent farmers in a cycle of low prices. He likens corporate power to parasitic wasps, calling for anti monopoly action, targeted research, and environmental credit to restore farmer independence amid looming emergency relief debates.
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Bob Kerrey hero or fraud in Vietnam decision
Doug Patton melds veteran experience with political critique to question Bob Kerrey’s Vietnam record. The column notes Kerrey’s Medal of Honor, a controversial February 1969 night raid, and Klann’s allegations. Patton challenges Kerrey’s memory and insists on minimum standards under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
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