Donuts for Do-Gooders: July 14
Congratulations to Robert, Brendon and Paul from the Walmart automotive shop for being recipients of this week’s Donuts for Do-Gooders! They were nominated by Mary Brannon for their courteous service with a smile.
July 2022
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Fair-a-Dise Memories
Adelle Higbie and Timothy Pearce were named the 2022 Franklin County Mr. and Miss 4-H. The pair will preside over the Franklin County Fair, helping hand out ribbons, etc. Photo by Greg Mast/The Ottawa Herald
Key Takeaways from the July 13 Franklin County Commission meeting
The Franklin County Commission met for its regular weekly meeting on Wednesday at the Franklin County Annex. Here are a few of the items discussed during the meeting: • Commissioners approved a contract with Central Heights USD 288 for a school resource officer (SRO).
Arrows tune-up for Zone with sweep of Lawrence
The Ottawa Arrows wanted to fine tune all aspects of their game in the regular-season finale Tuesday at Harvey M. Drake Field. The Arrows accomplished… Login to continue reading Login…
Arrows play Zone tourney in Atchison
The Ottawa Arrows (8-13) has a week to prepare for the American Legion AAA Zone Tournament in Atchison. The Arrows are coming off a 1-3 performance in the FIKE Wood Bat Tournament.
The KU Cancer Center got a boosted designation from the feds — and the prospect of more money
The University of Kansas Cancer Center landed a “comprehensive” designation from the federal government on Thursday, promising added prestige and millions in new funding. The comprehensive cancer center designation from the National Cancer Institute comes with nearly $14 million in new research funding and will make way for more research grants for the center, along with increased visibility and status that could draw more patients and funding.
OU women’s basketball lands prep players
The Ottawa University women’s basketball team added two players to the roster for the 2022-23 season. Tiyani Rollins, Lee’s Summit, Missouri, and Mela Sykes, Buford, Georgia.
KC’s Benintendi named to first All-Star game
Andrew Benintendi has been the Kansas City Royals most consistent player through the first half of the season. His play was not overlooked.
OU women’s bowling team signs Australian star
The Ottawa University women’s bowling team went overseas to bring in the latest star. iAshlyn Mohr, Perth, Western Australia and attended Warbro Community High School, recently was added to the 2022-23 team.
McNight to lead OU tennis programs
The Ottawa University tennis teams have a new leader. Donovan (Dony) McKnight was hired as the new OU tennis head coach.