Ol’ Marais River Run 2022 Photo Gallery
The 35th-annual Ol’ Marais River Run drew hundreds of spectators to Forest Park during the weekend. In all, approximately 1,495 vehicles were registered and on… Login to continue reading Login…
September 2022
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Body found in Linn County identified as missing Lawrence man
By Jennifer McDaniel The Ottawa Herald A body found earlier this month in a hayfield just south of the Linn-Miami county line has been identified… Login to continue reading Login…
Proposal for new splash pad moves forward
With water conservation a concern, officials consider best way to preserve resource Ottawa city commissioners are proceeding with a proposal to develop a new splash pad that could potentially be ready by next summer. Although commissioners did not formally vote on the matter during Monday’s study session, they gave Ottawa City Manager Richard Nienstedt the go-ahead to proceed with plans with Casey Colbern, a project manager with Bartlett & West.
Vikings rise up, nip Faclons by 4
_e highly anticipated showdown between Central Heights and West Franklin boys cross country teams did not disappoint. Central Heights, ranked No.
USD 290 sees initial enrollment numbers up slightly
Nearly half of students qualify for low-cost meals Early enrollment numbers are showing a marginal increase this year in the Ottawa-USD 290 School District. And that’s good news for the district as Sept.
Labor of Love
It’s been years since Kim Finney joined a fellow seamstress, helping her turn scrap pieces of fabric into unexpected gifts for people she’d probably never meet. But knowing firsthand how meaningful the handcrafted, heart-shaped pillows are to someone recovering from surgery or undergoing medical treatment, Finney continues producing hundreds of custom- made cushions.
Sheriff’s office offers VIN inspections beginning Monday
By Marissa Ventrelli CherryRoad Media The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office will begin offering VIN inspections on vehicles, beginning Monday. Out-of-state vehicles with a regular certificate of title as well as antique vehicles with a bill of sale or title can be inspected by staff.
Braves take sixth in home tourney
_e Ottawa University men’s golf team finished tied for sixth at the OU Fall Invitational this week at Eagle Bend Golf Course in Lawrence. _e Braves shot identical rounds of 321 to post a 642 score.
OU softball wrestling earns KCAC honors
Academic achievement is just as important as athletic accolades for college student-athletes. Each year, the KCAC names its scholar teams for the previous year.