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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…

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…

A 33-year-old woman from Lyndon was seriously injured early this morning after hitting an embankment. Just after midnight this morning, 33-year-old Kathrynn Pence, of Lyndon was driving a Jeep Compass southbound on…

The opening of the 1892 time capsule discovered in the cornerstone of the Franklin County Courthouse is coming up on December 4th. After the opening and the big reveal of the contents,…

The cost of a typical Thanksgiving feast is a little expensive this year. According to the American Farm Bureau Federation, the average cost of preparing Thanksgiving dinner last year was about $60….

Monday, November 17th, is National Hiking Day! A day where people are encouraged to take advantage of the states trails. The Kansas Wildlife and Parks Department is hosting two Ranger Hikes, the…

October was Fire Prevention and Safety Month for the Ottawa Fire Department. They are in the schools teaching kids about fire safety, promoting other things such as the free smoke alarm program,…