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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 2007
Page
7
Fierce low pressure tracked across the Plains toward the Great Lakes. Rain expected in the Kansas region with a mix of warm and clear spells earlier in the week. Weather hotline provided by the Kansas Highway Patrol.
The city of Pomona announces the special city council meeting scheduled for 7 p.m. Tuesday has been canceled due to a scheduling conflict.
Joe Freed, owner of Skippy the 10 month old wallaby, leads a petition against Wichita’s proposed ban on wallabies and similar fur bearing mammals. He argues bans threaten personal freedom and notes the city cites health concerns while officials say only wallabies would be affected. Wallabies cost 1000 to 5000 dollars and are native to Australia.
Wellsville Elementary School hosts its third annual Literacy Night on October 23 from 6:30 to 7 p.m. The event stresses parent involvement in reading with hands on activities and reading based games. Coordinators highlight reading at home with 15 minute daily efforts and show practical activities like cooking together. A free dinner starts at 5:30 p.m. and three rotating 20 minute activities follow. Area merchants donate prizes to boost the event.
Ottawa planners approved rezoning for less than an acre at 2033 Princeton St from R-1 to C-3 for Anew Kansas State Bank. A 9,000 square foot facility is planned for 2045 S Princeton St with 10 offices and three drive up lanes while existing Main Street branches remain open. A separate 2715 Montana Road proposal for mixed use was tabled amid utility concerns and could be revisited at a noon Oct 31 study session at City Hall.
Attorneys for Lisa Montgomery, accused of killing a pregnant woman and taking her baby in 2004, pressed insanity claims. The defense argues post traumatic stress and abuse by a stepfather, while prosecutors contend Montgomery knew her actions. Victoria Jo survived the brutal crime.
Ottawan residents and smokers clash over clean air rules. Non-smokers push for smoke free facilities while smokers warn of Big Brother style laws and health risks. Participants cite asthma allergies heart conditions and accessibility to dining as impacts of smoke in public venues.
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