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May 26, 2026

Beyond Reason

I was at an estate sale when I came across a tiller. Prior to this moment, I had spent very little time thinking about soil. So I picked it up,…

Lifestyle

April 24, 2026

Hamburgers with stilton cheese, caramelized shallots and mushrooms

Hamburgers are a staple of backyard barbecues. When spring and summer arrives, few foods embody the laid back vibe of the season better than grilled hamburgers.

News

May 26, 2026

Grant secured for Ottawa trails

Ottawa has received a grant to improve its trail system, composed of trails like the Flint Hills Nature Trail and the Prairie Spirit Trail.

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Sports

May 27, 2026

Mader’s wrestling career took a surprising turn

Ottawa High School senior Cole Mader is a lifer when it comes to wrestling. His senior season was cut short because of an illness.

Conversations

September 17, 2024

Athlete of Week voting is open

The weekly Athlete of the Week is open for voting. The link to vote is: Contests & Sweepstakes (cherryroad.com) or click on icon at ottawaherald.com

Opinion

May 26, 2026

Beyond Reason

I was at an estate sale when I came across a tiller. Prior to this moment, I had spent very little time thinking about soil. So I picked it up, made a joke about “tilling…

Lifestyle

April 24, 2026

Hamburgers with stilton cheese, caramelized shallots and mushrooms

Hamburgers are a staple of backyard barbecues. When spring and summer arrives, few foods embody the laid back vibe of the season better than grilled hamburgers.