Tax money shapes crackdown on crime in Franklin County
The push to combat crime goes beyond more police. Expiring federal funds push counties to fund staffing, with Franklin County's budget rising from 116,800 in 1993 to 232,500 in 1997 and estimated criminal cases doubling. Local officials warn of overcrowded courts, backlogged crime labs, and taxpayers bearing the cost while metro proximity fuels crime activity. John D. Montgomery is listed as a source.
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Bridal Shop Blues and a Big Bow Backlash
Vickie Hull recalls a bridal shop visit that overwhelms her daughter with questionnaires, measuring tapes, and overthetop gowns. She notes the absurdity of large rear bows and trains, links price to size, and ends by choosing a modest clearance option to avoid embarrassment.
Richmond clarifies no formal trail maintenance pact with KDWP
In response to Ottawa Herald notices, the City of Richmond Kansas states there is no formal maintenance agreement with the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks for the Prairie Spirit Trail. Richmond has provided informal help but has no obligation, and arrangements are underway for KDWP to manage clean-up and upkeep in the northern right‑of‑way.
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Richmond
Kansas
Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks
KDWP
End of the millennium and the Y2K prophecy
The Mail Tribune warns against sensationalists predicting a total collapse on January 1, 2000, noting the 999 year span from ancient apocalyptic crowds to modern computer fears. It argues disruptions are possible but not a civilization-wide crash, and suggests many so called prophets profit from fear and hype.
Editorials Offer Varied Reader Opinions
Glest editions present diverse opinions for readers with the Herald noting views do not necessarily reflect the editor's stance.
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Contact details for U S senators and Kansas offices
A list of contact addresses and phone numbers for U S Senator Pat Roberts and Senator Sam Brownback. It includes Washington D C offices in D C 20510 with main and fax numbers and Topeka and Overland Park state offices with street addresses and telephone lines.
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Hart
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Suits
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FEMA waste and disaster relief debated in Kansas letters
Letters criticize FEMA for funding repeated reconstruction in hurricane zones like Topsail Island, NC, citing $115 million after Fran and Bertha and $10 million for Bonnie, and noting about $40 billion in disaster relief over five years. George Lee and James Maile discuss taxpayer costs and policy incentives.
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Topsail Island
North Carolina
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Bertha
Ting
Bonnie
TCI PPV Chaos Sparks Customer Complaints in Ottawa
Ottawa readers vent their frustration at TCI over repeated failures to deliver pay per view wrestling events and faulty ordering systems. The letter cites faulty phone prompts, “new equipment” excuses, and accusations of mismanagement as subscribers threaten satellite alternatives. Named locals urge others to protest by contacting TCI.
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Bruce Ewbank
Jeremy Morsett
Johnny Nichols
Clayton Kraft
Wayne Scott
Ottawa
Reader Forum Guidelines With Signatures and Contact Info
Readers are invited to submit opinions in the Reader Forum. Submissions must be hand signed and include the author's address and telephone number. Each piece should not exceed 500 words.
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