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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 16, 2000
Page
7
Tonight is partly cloudy with a low around 65 to 70 and a south wind of 10 to 20 mph. Wednesday brings windy, warm, mostly sunny skies with a 30 percent thunderstorm chance and a high of 85 to 90, south wind 20 to 30 mph. See page 2 for more weather.
Ottawa High School doubles golf team earned qualification for the state tournament with strong performances at regional play. The pair navigated tough competition, securing a spot to compete for state honors this season.
Ottawa University lost phones data and Internet for hours after water department crews hit telecommunication trunk lines while replacing water lines on 9th Street. Southwestern Bell spliced over 800 wires, restoring service by mid afternoon with lingering echo and static risks. City manager Lambers apologized and OU officials expect the city to cover repair costs.
Ferns served five terms as sheriff from 1963 to 1973 and later one term on the county commission. A native of Ransomville, he was also a funeral director and baker. He died in his sleep at Village Manor Nursing Home after multiple bypass surgeries, leaving a legacy of public service and community respect.
Herald staff report residents are invited to a noncompetitive run and walk at Forest Park to support the Natalie Hill Children's Fund, established in 1993 after the clinic's executive director died. Registration opens 7:30 a.m. with events from 8:00 a.m. including a 1 mile run and a 1 mile walk. Proceeds support mental health services and children's programs at the Franklin County Mental Health Clinic.
Ottawa City Commission considers a proposed 2.99 million dollar police center across Second Street from the Fire Department. Architect Earl Devore emphasized space efficiency and future flexibility while noting several items beyond the CIP budget. City officials warned the final cost could exceed 2.9 million.
Ottawa city commissioners hear architect Earl Devore advocate building a new police facility rather than renovating existing structures. He deems the Apple Market site unlikely and rejects the old city hall as unsuitable due to space, layout, and code issues, noting parking and long term suitability concerns.
Fragmentary text quotes a police page reference with ongoing release details. The line suggests continued coverage on page three and hints at forthcoming updates from law enforcement.
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