Clinton Says Pact Brings Discipline to Budget Deal
President Clinton said a new pact between Democratic leaders and conservatives imposes budget discipline for the deficit reduction bill. He stressed the mechanism would force annual cuts and pledged continued effort if the measure failed, while Speaker Foley called the agreement helpful as Democrats trumpeted the likely passage.
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Board and teachers at odds over extra contract days
Ottawa school board and Ottawa Education AssociationWill reconvene at noon Tuesday after failing to agree on how compensation for added school days should be written in the contract. Other items, including a 4.22 percent salary increase and two extra contract days, are settled.
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Herald
Ottawa School Board
Ottawa Education Association
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Board of Education
Weien's world is awesome auction weekend in Ottawa
Twyla Weien and husband Dale prepare Dale Weien's Collectors Furniture and Advertising Auction in Ottawa for Memorial Day weekend. The event, a long running social and bidding ritual, draws attendees from bargain hunters to celebrities and collectors, with Hollywood figures and notable brands among past sellers. Prices hinge on item condition and bidder turnout.
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Herald
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Dale Weien
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Ottawa
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Wayne
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Wesen
Sheep disease forces destruction of 300 sheep near Ottawa
A fatal scrapie outbreak led John and Brenda Wray to bury about 300 sheep on a farm south of Ottawa as part of a federal Volunteer Scrapie Flock Certification program ending July 6. Veterinarians warn scrapie is fatal to sheep while meat remains safe for humans. Government reimbursements cover losses to prevent double dipping.
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Herald
Ottawa
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Brenda Wray
Dan Walker
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Trash station plan shown to Franklin County panel
Greg Mast reports on a preliminary transfer station plan presented to Franklin County commissioners by SCS Engineering Kansas City. The design resembles a standard manufacturing building with brick facade and landscaped fronts. Odor control includes fans on the tipping floor and floor drains, plus water hoses for closing-time cleaning. Regular hosing of the floor is mandated by state code. Recycling and composting areas are planned.
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Franklin County
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Kansas State University Veterinary Hospital
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Herald
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Kansas City
Charles Mavity
Focus Shifts to Recycling in Franklin County
Herald Staff reports Franklin County solid waste committee moves to discuss recycling in detail over upcoming meetings. Newly elected chairman John Schneiders says a session on recycling is essential for recommendations to the commissioners. Harold Fuller, Peoria citizens for solid waste management, presents input.
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Greg Mast
Herald
Franklin County
Chaiman John Schneiders
Harold Fuller
Peoria Citizens For Solid Waste Management
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