IH Farmall tractors featured during this year’s Power of the Past event
Next weekend marks the 27th-Annual Power of the Past Antique Engine and Tractor Show in Forest Park. This year, the three-day event, planned for Sept.
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Key takeaways from the August 31 Franklin County Commission meeting
_e Franklin County Board of Commissioners met for their regular meeting at the Franklin County Annex on August 31. Here are some of the items discussed during that time: • Commissioners awarded a bid from Certa Pro Painters for $27,521.10 to paint the exterior of the Franklin County Annex and replace failing sealant.
OFD wildfire program
The Ottawa Fire Department is receiving nearly $42,000 in federal funding, giving local firefighters the vital equipment needed to battle wildfires and fill a void in a program the agency continues to build.
Sands builds custom sugar cookie following
As a little girl, Ashley Sands loved spending time in the kitchen with her grandma. Guided by older hands, Ashley’s sticky flour-dusted ones grasped the handles of the grandma’s wooden rolling pin.
Franklin County among projects added to IKE construction pipeline
ANDOVER – Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly and Kansas Department of Transportation Secretary Julie Lorenz recently announced 11 expansion and modernization highway projects – totaling more than $520 million – have been added to the Eisenhower Legacy Transportation Program.
City sales tax revenue remains strong
While city sales tax revenue figures continue trending upward, Ottawa city commissioners were reminded last week how an economic downturn could affect that growth. During Monday’s Ottawa City Commission study session, officials reviewed monthly financials as well as city departmental reports.
9/11 memorial ceremony planned
In observance of Patriots Day and to honor those lost on 9/11, a memorial ceremony is planned for 8 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 11, on the county courthouse lawn at the Franklin County Veterans Memorial, 315 S. Main St.
Curtis earns academic honors
Lauren Curtis, Ottawa, received academic honors from Missouri State University. Curtis attained academic excellence and named to the dean’s list for the summer semester.
Unique jewelry, furniture among the finds at Once Upon A Rose boutique
Special to The Ottawa Herald Moriah Doty swings open the big wooden door. Once inside, she gives it a little shove, making sure it closes behind her.
Buck-U-Distillery announces changes
A local distillery is closing its doors later this month. Buck-U-Distillery announced Monday on the business’ Facebook page that it would be closing to the public on Sept. 11. Friends and followers of the local venue, which also features a restaurant, full bar and live music, reacted swiftly, with nearly 500 comments on the news.