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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 2002
Page
6
A recent Health section study shows teen age girls become less active as they grow older, leading to higher obesity risk in later years. The report stresses the need for sustained physical activity and public health interventions.
City commissioner Charles Gillette expressed concerns over Mark and Carolyn Retzer’s plan to build an indoor pool at 911 E. Wilson in northern Ottawa. He demanded city liability assurances before supporting a private facility with no lifeguard and public access through memberships. Neighbors have largely voiced opposition during discussions.
Franklin County confirms at least three horses infected with West Nile virus, killing two, prompting a surge in vaccine requests. Veterinarians report doubling or more of horses vaccinated this year and urge boosters, while some owners remain wary. County’s large horse population underlines potential spread and future risk.
Ottawa Police seek help identifying the person or people responsible for a September 11 hoax at the Ottawa Post Office after an envelope with a white powder was found and later deemed not to be anthrax. The 24 hour closure disrupted mail. investigators note the powder’s identity is unlikely to be determined due to lab backlogs. Citizens are urged to call 242-2561 or the TIPS hotline 1-888-311-TIPS with information, with rewards up to $1,000.
Ottawa School Board reviews a 78 000 square foot elementary draft with four K–5 classrooms and a prekindergarten room, each with exterior doors for light and access. Safety concerns arise over doors, central core classrooms, and potential shared facilities with the recreation commission as plans anticipate growth and state tax adjustments.
Franklin County officials aim to boost archived records by creating an online county Web site. Commissioners met with four software firms and county staff to discuss expanding the site to provide maps photography and property lines via a Web enabling program. The plan involves Blueline from Rack Salina and a debate on what counts as public and what can be accessed.
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