Editorial on tabloids and government accountability
The piece argues the public must hold government to account for mistakes amid rising anger over events like the Oklahoma City bombing. It contrasts media sensationalism with justice, noting Randall Weaver and Ruby Ridge, the O J Simpson case, and a deputy FBI appointment, critiquing a national tabloid mentality prioritizing gossip over lawfulness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahoma City
Randall Weaver
Ruby Ridge
Idaho
Weaver
Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms Agency
U.S
O.J. Simpson
Fort
FBI
It's Your Quarter community forum draws letters and clashes
Residents debate city control of a former youth center site near city hall and unequal cleanup actions. A neighbor reports a backyard notice while editorials and a columnist critique amplify community tensions and media figures. Call-in times and forum details are provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City Hall
Vacation memories amid suns and family in Arizona
A Kansas writer recounts a Arizona trip with family to watch the Phoenix Suns beat Portland. He recalls repairs at brother John’s house, joking with relatives, and time with nieces. He reflects on his parents’ cancer battles and his wife Susan’s surgeries, praising their courage. A playful moment ends with a humorous mishap during a joke.
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Valley of the Sun
Phoenix
Ariz
John
Phoenix Suns
Portland
Bill
Arizona
Kansas
Suns
Susan
Laura
Sarah
Mom
Franklin County
American Cancer Society
Minding Your Own Business Decisions Have Consequences
A columnist argues decisions shape fate, not societies. He cites a teen Tommy who died after drinking and boarding a train, urging readers to choose actions carefully and stay aligned with long term goals, offering four tips for better decision making and inviting correspondence to Don Taylor in Amarillo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tommy
Don Taylor
P.O. Box
Amarillo
Texas
Ottawa Swim Club thanks sponsors for Kansas Duathlon
The Ottawa Swim Club hosted the Kansas Duathlon with a 5K run, 30K bike, and 5K final leg through city and county. Sponsors include Taco Tico, McDonald’s, Apple Market, KFC, Wal-Mart, and others. Special thanks to Franklin County Sheriff’s Department for traffic control and City of Ottawa for Main Street materials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa Swim Club
Taco Tico
McDonald's
Apple Market
KFC
Wal-Mart
Edwards Phillips 66
Taco Bell
Country Mart
Pizza Hut
Hasty Enterprises
Peoples National Bank
Ottawa
Kansas State Bank
First National Bank
Bud Ransom
Franklin County
Sheriff's Department
City of
Country Mart Sponsors Scholarship Contest Thanks Note
Aaron Gumm of Ottawa High School Class of 1995 thanks Country Mart for sponsoring the scholarship contest. He acknowledges overwhelming support from family and friends in Ottawa and surrounding areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Country Mart
Ottawa
Aaron Gumm
Ottawa High School
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John Marshall
Rush Limbaugh
Marshall
Howard
Vermont Road
Congrera
Venice
Leces
Shuri Ling
Okinawa
Naha
Mindanao
Philippines
Macalajar Bay
de Monte
Beirut
1983
Kodak
By Bill Tellier
The
Ottawa Herald
Gar
Lifesavers
Main Street
Ottawa Recreation Commission
Midwest
Jeff Brewer
Karl A. van Asselt
Statler Bros
Brothers
Barbara Mandrell
Randy Travis
Nashville
Oak Ridge Boys
Shenandoah
World Features Syndicate
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