Bid awarded on Franklin County overlay project
The Kansas Department of Transportation announced on Wednesday approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects, including one in Franklin County. The letting took place Nov.
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Ottawa boy facing aggravated assault, weapon charges
A 14-year-old Ottawa boy has been charged in Franklin County District Court after he was arrested on suspicion of aggravated assault Wednesday morning following an investigation into allegations he possessed a firearm while on the Ottawa High School campus Tuesday after school hours. Franklin County Attorney Brandon Jones said Friday the teen was charged with aggravated assault and criminal carrying of a weapon.
PHEASANTS PAST AND PRESENT
Dear Readers, Merriam-Webster’s defines nostalgia as “…a wistful or excessively sentimental yearning for a return to a past period or irrecoverable condition.” Though memories of Christmases past rise this time of year, that’s not why I’ve been I’ve teetering on the brink of melancholy. Matt Peek (the wildlife biologist whom I recently interviewed for The Sunflower Seven) UNINTENTIONALLY both contributed to my current predicament and keeps me from toppling into despair over the scarcity of pheasants in Kansas.
Chamber Christmas event planned
The Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Christmas Open House from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 22, at the chamber offices, 109 E. 2nd St. Food and drinks will be served. For more information, call 785-242-1000 or email the chamber at ryland@ottawakansas.org.
BOE sets special meeting for Wednesday
The USD 287-West Franklin Board of Education has planned a special meeting next week to discuss the current search for a new superintendent. The board will meet at 7 p.m.
Local businesses making Christmas brighter
Here’s how you can help Several local businesses are asking Ottawa residents and their customers to help them give back to their community this holiday season. Ottawa businesses like Grub & Chug, 306 S.
Breakfast with Santa planned for Dec. 17
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.
Crooks, county clerk’s office honored this week
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 boy arrested on suspicion of aggravated assault
By Jennifer McDanielThe Ottawa Herald A 14-year-old Ottawa boy was arrested on suspicion of aggravated assault Wednesday morning following an investigation into allegations he possessed a… Login to continue reading Login…
‘Tis the season for shopping local
Christmas decor like this snowman globe were among the seasonal items on display for customers to choose from Saturday at Turner Flowers and Country Store… Login to continue reading Login…