Ottawa officers train in Kansas sparked ethics questions
Editorial flags a training trip by Ottawa police STAR team members to Graham County Kansas for long range shooting. It notes landowner permission private land, argues it could resemble a hunting trip and urges mindful use of public funds amid taxpayer scrutiny. Local officials call for staff review and better taxpayer to public trust balance.
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Ttawa
Kansas
Ottawa
Blaine Finch
Jeff Herrman
Graham County
Herrman
OPD
Special Tactics and
STAR
Gene Ramsey
Oval Office
City Hall
Franklin County
John D. Montgomery
Word of the Week punctuality in Ottawa school series
The author urges punctuality as a civic and school duty, arguing timeliness supports workplace success and group projects. It stresses that lateness disrupts others, harms reputations, and can jeopardize jobs, with school serving as lifelong preparation and reading, writing, and learning as key to future success.
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Ottawa
Mhade
Readers rally to challenge Prairie Spirit rail trail land rights
Dale E. Anderson of NARPO argues KDWP does not own the abandoned right of way and landowners retain ownership. He cites cases in Missouri and Kansas, ongoing class actions, and alleged KT agreement details with Princeton and Richmond. He urges lawsuits and public action while praising local charity golf success.
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Missouri
Anderson
Franklin
Allen
the Herald
Garnett
Ottawa
Princeton
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KDWP
Wildlife and Parks Mta
Railbank
ISTEA
Kansas State
Congress urged to move past tobacco tax battle
Reader Forum letters urge Congress to stop targeting tobacco with taxes arguing it is a legal product and taxes risk broader freedoms. Writers warn punitive measures may lead to higher prices for other loved items and call for broad constitutional respect and thoughtful policy. Letters must include real name, address, and phone number.
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Otowa
Ottawaherald.com
Americans mourn Diana while Britain moves on in silence
Kathleen Parker contrasts American sorrow marked by polls and tributes with Britain's subdued anniversary observances. She argues Diana’s glamour faded to vulgar headlines, while Monica Lewinsky dominates the news and public discourse, leaving Americans nostalgic and unsettled.
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Orlando Sentinel
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