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The U. S. Drug Enforcement Administration released a comprehensive review of the threats posed to the United States by deadly illicit drugs and the violent domestic and international drug trafficking organizations responsible…

U.S. Senators, Jerry Moran of Kansas and Gary Peters of Michigan, introduced the Federal Operational Resilience in Emergency Conditions and Storm Tracking, or “Forecast Act” that would exempt certain National Weather Service…

As summer approaches and amusement parks and carnivals prepare to open their gates, the Kansas Department of Labor Industrial Safety and Health Division, is launching their 2025 Amusement Ride Safety Awareness Campaign….

Osawatomie USD 367 voters approved a $20 million school bond yesterday, June 3rd. More than 61% of the voters approved the school bond proposal with 402 “yes” votes compared to 254 “no”…

Want to have some fun, be creative and maybe get on TV at the same time? You have an opportunity today, June 4th. The Collective Heart has a fantastic opportunity to do…

A boil water advisory has been issued for the City of Wellsville. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment issued the advisory yesterday, June 3rd, due to a loss of pressure in…

The Ottawa City Commission will meet tonight, June 4, to discuss a variety of items. One item on the agenda is a presentation from Utilities Director, Scott Snethen, about a project to…

Changes are coming to the look of a building in Downtown Garnett. The building is undergoing a major transformation, thanks in part to a $100,000 grant from the Kansas Historic Economic Asset…

The Franklin County Commissioners approved a new grant program that will help lower income families in repairing their septic systems and bringing them up to code. It’s called the County Planner, Pat…

The state of Kansas ends May 2025 with total tax collections at $657.7 million. According to a press release from the governor’s office, that is $158.3 million, or 31.7% above the estimate,…

The Southland Cruisers invite you to join them as they celebrate the 9th Annual Classic Auto Show, Saturday, June 7th, on the Garnett Town Square and Anderson County Courthouse Lawn. The car…

The Ottawa City Band will take the stage tonight in their Summer Concert Series. The theme tonight is “The Great Frontier”, exploring some tunes that have to do with the west and…

Today is a very special day in Ottawa. The Special Olympics Torch will be arriving in Ottawa this morning. The Lawrence Police and Douglas County Sheriff’s Office will pass the torch to…

The 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee was held over the weekend and last year’s runner-up, 13 year old Faizan Zaki from Allen, Texas won the event. Take a few seconds and see…

The Ottawa City Band has decided to move their Summer Concert Series indoors, a move that comes as a surprise to a lot of people, who may have enjoyed the great outdoor…

As we age, our bodies undergo hormonal changes that can lead to emotional imbalances, contributing to the grumpy reputation some older individuals develop. A new study identifies some of the complaints older…

Spring is finally here and a lot of people are out getting their yards mowed and looking good for the upcoming season. But, beware…precious lives are in the balance and at your…

Homelessness in the Ottawa area is on the increase. At the same time, Ottawa and the surrounding area has a housing shortage. So, if someone that is currently unhoused is able to…

The Ottawa City Commission will meet tomorrow night, June 3rd. There are several items on the agenda. Two of those involve the 2026 operating budget, one for the electrica fund and another…

One of the busiest and outdated intersections in Ottawa is set for a huge upgrade. The Ottawa City Commission approved a plan to make changes at the intersection, starting by replacing the…