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The United States Civil War rocked the Nation from 1861 to 1865 and led to some incredible battles with unimaginable losses for both sides, the Union and the Confederacy. It led to…

This is the time of year a lot of us go out hunting for that perfect Thanksgiving turkey. Well, maybe not out in the wild as some do. That would be illegal…

How many deer have you seen laying along the road the past couple weeks? If you drive every day, probably dozens. They are everywhere you drive right now. Last Thursday was supposed…

Does the City of Ottawa need a kiosk outside City Hall for people to pay their bills? That question was pondered by Ottawa City Commissioners this week. The current kiosk has not…

In the election on November 4th, Ottawa voters overwhelming approved the continuation of a one cent sales tax. That tax was officially approved by the Ottawa City Commission last week. City Attorney…

Watch out for deer! That’s a warning for motorists from the Kansas Department of Transportation, AAA Kansas, the Kansas Turnpike Authority and the Highway Patrol. Highway Patrol Captain, Candice Breshears, says if…

The Franklin county EMS Service is very busy, nearly every day. EMS Director, Kristi Hilliker reviewed the third quarter statistics for the year with the Franklin County Commission. She says some things…

The Ottawa City Commission will meet tomorrow, November 19th, and one of the items on the agenda is a recognition of city employees that have milestone years in their employment service to…

Osage County Sheriff Chris Wells has released an update on the four Osage County Deputies that were shot in a disturbance Saturday morning. Deputy Christian Moran, Corporal Clayton Hartpence, K9 Deputy James…

Have you ever wondered what you would do if there was an active shooter in the building you were in, or event you were attending? Last night, November 17th, the Ottawa Police…

Governor Laura Kelly has officially endorsed State Senator Ethan Corson’s campaign for governor of Kansas. Governor Kelly’s endorsement reflects the growing momentum for Corson’s campaign for governor, coming days after the campaign…

Governor Laura Kelly proclaimed today, November 18th, as National Injury Prevention Day in Kansas. This day highlights the efforts of safety advocates across the state, working together to educate families and community…

Worried about all the weight you might gain chowing down on Thanksgiving dinner? What if I said you could get a complete meal with no calories? It’s true! You can! If….you can…

An Ottawa Resident who wrote a letter to the City of Ottawa asking for safety upgrades at the 15th and Ash intersection has seen some progress. Alexandria Cain, who lives on the…

In an ironic turn of events, just a few months after teen brothers helped neighbors evacuate during a house fire, their house has been lost to fire. Paola Fire Chief, Bruce Hartig,…

Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach today, November 18th, announced that the Kansas Bureau of Investigation, in partnership with the U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, has detained 10 illegal aliens with serious…

The colony teen who pled no contest to setting fire to the Colony Community Church the day after Christmas last year was sentenced to 12 months probation and $2,000 as part of…

An Osage County man is dead and four law enforcement officers shot after an incident near Carbondale Saturday morning, November 15th. The Osage County Sheriff’s Office and Kansas Highway Patrol were dispatched…

Have you ever wondered what you would do if there was an active shooter in the building you were in or event you were attending? The Ottawa Police Department is hosting a…

Have you ever wondered what you would do if there was an active shooter in the building you were in or event you were attending? The Ottawa Police Department is hosting a…