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ECKMT’s 30th-anniversary celebration set for Saturday
The East Central Kansas Model Ts will celebrate its 30th anniversary on Saturday.The group will meet from 11 a.m.
Petco Love, Prairie Paws aim to stop spread of deadly diseases
Prairie Paws Animal Shelter will provide free vaccinations for area pets who participate in the low-cost spay/neuter program being offered at the facility’s Ottawa and Manhattan locations.
Dump days give residents chance to rid themselves of unwanted trash
Franklin County free community dump days are planned for Friday and Saturday in Pomona, Williamsburg, Princeton and Richmond.

West Franklin High School Prom 2024
West Franklin High School juniors and seniors celebrated prom Saturday, April 6, at The Bottle House in Ottawa.

Purkeypile, Bones family honored as this week’s Do-Gooders
Unsung HeroOur Unsung Hero, Dallas Purkeypile has served the Ottawa community since November 2019 in his role as AdventHealth Ottawa President and CEO, leading his team through one of the nation’s most challenging health periods with the COVID-19 pandemic.