Ottawa Tennis Courts Demand City Action to Fix Decline
John D. Montgomery for The Ottawa Herald reports residents including Ed Burrichter urge Ottawa city officials to repair existing tennis facilities. Foreseen sites at Forest Park and Ottawa University show disrepair while others praise nearby towns for better courts. City Manager Scott Lambers backs prioritizing maintenance over new facilities and cooperation with the school district to provide playable courts.
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Compassion and ethics in the debate over disabled infants
Columnist Kathleen Parker argues against eradicating disabled infants, praising compassion as humanity’s measure. She describes Singer's controversial stance, protests at Princeton, and personal anecdotes showing joy and value in imperfect lives, urging a broader view of quality of life.
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Peter Singer
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Princeton University
Steve Forbes
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Freedom to Farm Act and tax aid shape for farmers
Chris Hoover argues that despite the Freedom to Farm Act and bailouts, farming remains vulnerable to market forces and weather. He proposes making farming income tax exempt, creating a farm specific corporation, and allowing farmers to keep net incomes, while noting budget constraints and the vital role of rural families.
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Chris Hoover
Ottawa
Marley Cooling Tower
Overland Park
Mental Illness Awareness Week Aims to Eradicate Stigma
Connie L. Hubbell urges learning about mental health during Mental Illness Awareness Week October 3 9 as misinformation creates discrimination. Kansas BPW Loan and Scholarship Foundation and local auto dealers pledge $5 per October vehicle sale to fund scholarships helping Kansas students.
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Reader Forum submissions sought for Ottawa Herald letters
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