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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1998
Page
9
Rain is likely Saturday with a cool high in the mid 50s and northeast winds 10 to 20 mph. A 60 percent chance of rain is noted as KU and Kansas State prepare for a nationally ranked showdown. Page 1B coverage references the game while page 2A offers more weather details.
Gov. Bill Graves announced thirty community development block grants totaling 8.83 million dollars. Franklin County received 270 thousand dollars for a Centropolis sewer project, Osawatomie 400 thousand for a new mental health center, with six construction or rehab projects and the rest infrastructure.
Police Chief Jeff Herrman warned residents about an unauthorized group posing as law enforcers and soliciting donations by phone. The callers even used the name of a Ottawa officer, a practice denied by the department. The Kansas Peace Officers Association funds officer benefits and training, with KPOA based in Wichita.
Lawrence, Kan. Former Kansas Insurance Commissioner Ron Todd has died at 66 in Lawrence Memorial Hospital. He served 1991 to 1995 and lost re election to Kathleen Sebelius. Todd battled diabetes and had a leg amputated in the last two years. Funeral arrangements are pending.
In Topeka, Jim Clark, candidate for Congress in eastern Kansas's 2nd District, states there is no ambiguity about his stance against the death penalty. He cites The Leaven's questions over his survey responses, while incumbent Jim Ryan affirms support for capital punishment.
The Herald notes agencies benefit from the Franklin County United Way drive and urges donations to United Way of Franklin County Ottawa 66067. Compeer matches volunteers with clients in mental health services for four hours monthly over a year to boost belonging and self esteem. Coordinators are Karen Brudin-Meister and Darnell Johnson.
John Glenn wakes with Louis Armstrong aboard Discovery as he continues aging study experiments. He notes microgravity adaptation looks promising while surpassing his prior space time and leading 10 aging tests aboard the mission.
Eileen Christonn Herald Staff outlines how to combine treats with nutrition. The AHA urges giving out healthier options like pretzels and fruit snacks, while sorting home goodies into three piles to teach moderation. Children’s Mercy Hospital suggests feeding kids before trick or treating to curb temptation. See HALLOWEEN page 3A.
AP reports Kansans focus on Gov. Bill Graves and Democratic challenger Tom Sawyer as the 1990 gubernatorial race nears. Graves pursues re election amid a strong economy and high popularity, while talks about breaking the 70.4 percent Crawford record are noted but not the aim. Sawyer's team stresses a chance if voters choose ideas over incumbency.
Herald Business Editor notes social issues draw legislators earlier, as GOP chair Miller's Christian crusade collapsed in a GOP primary defeat and abortion law flaws surface. Incumbents Tanner and Feuerborn voted against the law, favor keeping abortion decisions with family and physician. opponents criticize the bill and violence at clinics, while challenger Plaisted opposes abortion and seeks tighter limits.
Voters in a Kansas county decide Tuesday whether to keep three commissioners or expand to five. Kansas counties vary, with five in Coffey Sedgwick Johnson Finney and Seward, Wyandotte led by 11, and most others at three. Proponents cite broader representation. opponents warn of costs and governance complexity.
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