Current course in airline industry may not bode well
Local page note highlights concerns that ongoing trends in airline economics could affect passengers, with airline pricing and service changes likely influencing traveler costs and experiences. A separate page mentions joint planners embracing economic development as a key agenda, signaling regional priorities.
SEK Highway Issue Heats Up
State officials clash over SEK highway project as local leaders push for faster completion. Critics cite funding gaps and environmental concerns while supporters argue economic benefits and job creation hinge on a timely start date.
Ottawa University and Southwestern Smash Opening Wounds in Rivalry
In a tough matchup on Page 4, Ottawa University and Southwestern respond to early losses by delivering a focused, high energy contest. The clash sees both teams trading leads and momentum as they seek a statement win.
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Ottawa University
Southwestern
Court Services Community Work A Beneficial Punishment
In 1984 through 1985 Ottawa and Franklin County's court services directed community service for juveniles and adults across 30 agencies, totaling 13 634 hours at five dollars per hour. Sylvia Fogle oversees volunteers, placing workers with non profits and government groups while evaluating performance and coordinating site needs and outcomes.
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Jay Bemis
Ottawa
Franklin County
Sylvia Fogle
Volunteers In
Big Brothers
Big Sisters
Fogle
Sylvia
John Steelman
Franklin County Court Services
Lee Plant Holds Layoff At Bay In Ottawa
H D Lee Ottawa plant prepared to lay off 135 workers by month end but 80 to date. Plant manager Dave Stebbins said the layoff was delayed as production lines were extended four weeks then two more months. New stone washed jeans boosted sales and kept workers on. May extend beyond two months with 50 to 60 likely laid off if it occurs. 275 jacket workers plus 125 jean line workers at Ottawa plant.
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Melissa Bauman
H.D. Lee
Ottawa
Dave Stebbins
Stebbins
Jean
Lee
United Garment Workers of America
Lee's
Ottawa Area Weather Summary Brief Report
The Ottawa water plant recorded a high of 84 and a low of 65 for the 24 hour period ending 6 pm Thursday. Rainfall totaled .15 inches as of 7 am. Forecast calls for fair tonight with lows in the lower 70s. Saturday brings mostly sunny and unseasonably warm conditions with highs from 90 to 95.
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Ottawa
Carlin Says Brownback Selection Signals Board Shift
Gov John Carlin says choosing Sam Brownback as agriculture secretary signals a more aggressive issue oriented board policy for Kansas agriculture. He notes past board opposition to his reorganization and plans further talks with the 30 year old Manhattan attorney to gauge support.
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Topeka
Kan
John Carlin
Sam Brownback
Board of Agriculture
Kansas
Carlin
Kansas Agriculture
Brownback
Manhattan
Garnett
Agriculture
State Board
Harland) Priddle
Garage
Kansas 125th Theme Draws Youth Involvement Call
Carlin emphasized engaging younger Kansans in the state’s 125th anniversary contest. He noted his support for improved writing skills and said the project will spur youth to research the state and gain incentive to participate.
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Topeka
Kan
Kansas
John Carlin
William Dreyer
Southwestern Bell
Carlin
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