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While the new cashless tolling system on the Kansas Turnpike was designed to improve efficiency for drivers, new technology can also open the door to new threats. The FBI recently reported an…

The city of Princeton is looking for almost a million dollars in federal funds to revamp a stormwater drainage system that, for the most part, is failing. During a stop in Princeton…

Former President Donald Trump was injured by a would-be-assassin’s bullet at a rally in Pennsylvania yesterday, July 13th. ABC’s Richard Cantu with more on the shooter: One person was killed and two…

Last Friday, July 12th, a man was caught trying to smuggle more than 100 live snakes into Mainland China, by stuffing them down his pants. The man was intercepted, traveling through a…

According to the Kansas Department of Transportation statistics, 242 people lost their lives in rural road crashes across the state, compared to 143 urban traffic fatalities last year. This accounts for 63%…

A serious accident occurred yesterday afternoon, July 14th, in Franklin County. Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the area of Vermont Road, between Neosho and Marshall Roads, for an injury accident. While no details…

Members of the Douglas County Underwater Search and Recovery Team were called to Clinton Lake saturday evening, July 13th, after reports that a man, who apparently did not know how to swim,…

It’s July in Kansas and most days, when it’s not raining, its hot with the sun bearing down at full strength. Some love the heat, but, protecting yourself from the dangerous skin…

It’s fair season and a big part of all fairs are 4-H livestock and shows and other exhibits, and, of course, Miss 4-H. That honor this year goes to Ottawa High’s Brynn…

The annual Fill the Bus Campaign, collecting school supplies for those in need starts today. Volunteers from the Franklin County United Way will be in the entrances to Walmart collecting traditional school…

John Deere plans to lay off hundreds of employees across three midwest factories by the end of next month. Around 600 production workers at factories in east Moline, Illinois, and Davenport and…

A proposed group home at 825 South Main has received preliminary approval by the Ottawa Planning Commission. The project is expected to be used for housing Ottawa University students. During a Public…

The extension of broadband internet to some poorly served areas of Franklin and Miami Counties is being hailed as a big accomplishment. During a meeting of county and broadband company officials in…

A Kansas native who commanded two space shuttle missions has passed away. Joe Engle died Wednesday, July 10. He was 91 years old. Engle was born in Chapman. He earned a degree…

A young Democrat from Ottawa is tossing his hat in the ring for the 59th District of the Kansas House of Representatives, currently held by Republican Rebecca Schmoe. During a Candidates Forum…

After a long and sometimes contentious conservation, the Ottawa USD 290 School Board has approved a health curriculum for the schools. Board Member Julie Dandreo says although not everyone may think it’s…

The extension of broadband internet service to Rantoul and areas of Miami County is already attracting a considerable number of customers. Adam Dixon is the Operations Manager for MoKan Communications, sponsor of…

With the heat returning this weekend, there will be increased electricity demand as people run air conditioners to keep up with the heat. Evergy wants its customers to know it has the…

Health officials are warning Kansans against the use of Diamond Shruumz Edibles. The KDHE says the CDC is investigating 58 cases of severe illnesses related to the products, including two in Kansas….

In the age of artificial intelligence, commonly known as AI, training the workforce for when AI takes their job from them is very important. Franklin County Development Council Director Paul Bean says…