Elite Citizen Scholar Shawn Turner Leads Ottawa's Agriculture Focus
Shawn Turner, Ottawa High School Elite Citizen Scholar, plans Kansas State University study to become a vocational agriculture teacher and FFA adviser. He has served as East Central District vice president and FFA delegate, organized Franklin County Day on the Farm, led the greenhouse and sawmill work, and held roles in Scholars Bowl, Student Council, and National Honor Society. Turner emphasizes agriculture education and believes openings exist for teachers statewide. He is the son of Lyle and Kathy Turner.
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Ottawa
FFA
Turner
Kansas State University
Manhattan
Ottawa High School
Franklin County
East Central District
OHS
Central Heights High selects Angela Chrisjohn Elite Citizen Scholar
Angela Chrisjohn, 18, of Lane, chosen as this year’s Elite Citizen Scholar at Central Heights High School. Principal Tom Horstik praises her attitude and leadership. She mentors freshmen, participates in multiple clubs, sports, and works on campus and off. She maintains a 4.0 GPA and plans KU study in pre physical therapy.
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Angela Chrisjohn
Chrisjohn
University of Kansas
Ottawa Herald Citizen Scholar program honors student leaders
The Ottawa Herald recognizes area seniors who balance academics with community service through its Citizen Scholar program. Up to three nominations per Franklin County high school. a Herald committee selects an Elite Citizen Scholar from each school, each receiving a $100 award. It's the fifth year of the program.
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Ottawas Herald
Citizen
Jeanny Sharp
Herald
The
Franklin County
Sharp
Nine Citizen Scholars Honored in Franklin County Schools
Nine Franklin County students named Citizen Scholars for strong scholarship and citizenship. Recipients excel in school activities, community service, and town programs across the county, reflecting dedication to education and public service.
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Franklin County
Pomona High Student Matt Roberts Named Elite Scholar
Pomona High School student Matt Roberts earns recognition as Elite Citizen Scholar. He plans mechanical engineering studies at Kansas State University and Aeronautical engineering, while managing family farming ventures and leadership roles in NHS, FBLA, 4 H, and Scholars Bowl.
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Matt Roberts
Pomona High School
Farmland Versus City Growth Prompts County Hearing
About 25 residents attended a Franklin County comprehensive plan hearing at the county annex to discuss farmland protection amid urban expansion. Participants organized at four tables to map farmland areas, subdivision potential, road needs, water and flood concerns, and the impact of U S 59 growth while Mary Braun warned against restricting farmers from selling land to developers.
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Sove Ray
Franklin’ County
Yesticas
Franklin County
Franklin County Annex
U.S. 59
Ottawa
Mary Braun
Elite Citizen Scholar Samsel of Wellsville High School
Jami Samsel, 18, named Elite Citizen Scholar at Wellsville High. A state track performer and valedictorian with a 3.94 GPA, she led in NHS and KS youth programs. Involved in FBLA, FCA, math team, yearbook, and community service. Plans Washburn University for business finance.
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Jami Lynn Samsel
Samiel
Wellsville High School
Sheldon Pokorney
Samsel
Robert and
LeeAnn Samsel
Kansas
Kansas University
Kansas Association For Youth
Future Business Leaders of America
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Girls State
March of Dimes
Hope House
Wellsville Joint Recreation Committee
Williamsburg student Leslie Davis named Scholar and civic leader
Leslie Davis, 18, of Williamsburg High School, named Scholar and active in multiple clubs including NHS and 4-H, maintains a 3.65 GPA. She volunteers in the community, participates in cross country and track, serves as class secretary, and plans to major in dental hygiene at Johnson County Community College.
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Leslie Davis
Davis
Williamsburg High School
Terry
Lori Davis
FFA
Kansas Association For Ay
Johnson County Community College
County officials seek clearer control over others in county
Kansas county commissioners met in Topeka to draft legislation clarifying their authority over other elected county officials. The plan aims to define leadership in county business while pledging collaboration with county clerks sheriffs treasurers and registers of deeds. Franklin County Commissioner Don Stottlemire spoke by phone from Topeka.
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Topeka
Kansas
Kansas County Commissioners Association
Franklin County
Don Stottlemire
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Shawn Turner
He Is
the Son
of Lyle and
Kathy Turner
Central Heights High School
She Is
the Daughter
of Charles and
Eileen Chrisjohn
Steve Fossett
Salina
Roberts
Roberts Bros
Pomona
Bill
Natalie Roberts
Ameri
Ottawa Suzuki Strings
Richter United Methodist Church
Jami Samsel
Washburn University
Leslie Davis Williamsburg High School
4-H
4-H Horse Club
Williamsburg
Ottawa Fair Ground Committee
Nazarene Church
Nazarene Church Council
Prairie Star Ranch
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