Enjoying the arts programs for all ages this year
New programs bring kids of all ages into art and music projects throughout the school year, highlighting school life and cultural activities. Weather forecasts accompany the page tease with plans for clear nights and hot high temperatures as summer hints linger.
County approves more money for 4 H
County commissioners decide to provide $20,000 from the general fund to the Extension Office to cover rent at the county annex while continuing to pay $2,700 for auto insurance. The action comes amid a tightened budget and no tax increase.
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Local United Way kicks off campaign in Franklin County
The Franklin County United Way launched its annual drive aiming for 203000 as 203 for 2003. Volunteers will visit 218 area businesses while the industrial and public campaigns begin, with a goal to finish by October. Bob Remington of Ottawa University praised community support that enabled his college education and noted Hope House’s service to families.
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Brownback backs replacing Iraqi leader while opposing invasion
Sen. Sam Brownback told Kansas reporters he supports removing Saddam Hussein but not a full American invasion of Iraq. He suggested alternatives like an Afghan model of arming insurgents and called for challenging regimes in Iran, Saudi Arabia, Syria, and Sudan without necessarily using force.
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President proclaims Sept 11 Patriot Day
President Bush issues a formal proclamation naming September 11 Patriot Day. He calls Americans to observe remembrance services and candlelight vigils. Governors should fly flags at half staff on September 14 and citizens to display the flag at half staff. A moment of silence is urged at 7 46 a.m. CDT for the World Trade Center and related attacks.
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Summit To Engage Ottawa Youth At Mayor's Event
Ottawa Mayor Deborah Henningsen invites area youth to the 2002 Mayor's Youth Summit at Ottawa Middle School commons from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event, coordinated by Angela Schreffler of ECKAN, features workshops, round table discussions with officials, scholarships and career guidance, mock interviews, free food, prizes, and preregistration.
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