The revised Kansas tax revenue projections proved too bullish in November as the state government collected 5.3 percent less than anticipated during the month. Economists and fiscal analysts increased by more than $750 million the state’s projected revenue for the current fiscal year, reasoning inflation would continue to stimulate expansion in tax collections.
Ottawa City commissioners were expected to discuss the city’s electric utility rate structure during Monday’s study session at city hall. The reason for the discussion, officials said, was because despite a recent electric rate increase in 2021, expenses continue to increase, including the ever-changing demand for power and the need to purchase additional electricity.
For many, the Christmas season is steeped in holiday traditions, from using grandma’s time-honored sugar cookie recipe to decorating a freshly cut tree with an ornament that’s been passed down from generation to generation. It’s the moments that make the holidays special.
Just in time for Christmas, the Ottawa Recreation Commission is hosting a Breakfast with Santa event from 9-10 a.m. or 10-11 a.m.
Congratulations to Dick Crooks – and his dog, Peach, who travels everywhere with him – for being this week’s, Unsung Hero. Mr. Crooks was nominated by Jennifer and Brian Trussell after he helped them out with their large home renovation project. Mr. Crooks, they said, went above and beyond and even came over on a Sunday afternoon.
Ottawa Police Department reported the following calls for service from Nov. 21-30.
TOPEKA – Kirk Thompson, Director of the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), the premier statewide criminal investigative agency, has announced his upcoming retirement, effective Jan. 10, 2023.
The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office reported the following calls for service from Nov. 29-30.
The Wellsville Police Department reported the following calls for service from Nov. 18-27.
The Ottawa Police Department arrested and/or cited the following individuals from Nov. 19-27.