Hooray for Harry Potter fuels book and film craze
The Harry Potter series has captivated readers of all ages with a record six debut in 3,672 theaters and over 8,000 screens. The first film grossed 90.3 million in its opening weekend, while some Catholics in Memphis and Edmond, Oklahoma, debate the books, yet a priest argues the tales spur literacy and imagination.
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Edmond
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Winter driving tips for Kansas roads safety reminder
A Kansas winter safety message urges travelers to call the road condition hotline at 1-800-585 ROAD for updates and to drive cautiously. Emphasizes slowing down, using major maintained routes, buckling children in, and limiting travel during winter storms.
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Reader Forum submissions sought with author details
Readers are invited to send hand signed letters with full address and telephone number. Submissions must be under 400 words and may be edited for space. Send to Reader Forum The Ottawa Herald 104 S Cedar Ottawa KS 66067 or via email to letters ottawaherald.com.
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Aftermath of war shapes cautious Afghan, US policy debate
The piece surveys Afghanistan after bombing campaigns, noting harsh terrain and civilian harm, and questions the efficacy of air power against the Taliban. It urges diplomacy, warns of collateral damage, and argues for limiting US involvement while acknowledging regional dynamics with Pakistan and the Northern Alliance.
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Taliban
Slobodan Milosevic
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Competency-based exit could reshape Kansas education
Martin Hawver reviews a proposed shift to competency based exit funding for technical and vocational education. He notes the plan would reward completed skills rather than time in class, drawing parallels with auto repair pay, while highlighting legislative and funding hurdles and the pace of change in Kansas. He urges careful consideration by lawmakers.
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Jack Wempe
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Martin Hawver
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