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Spring surprises from my dog

It’s that time of the year when the trees begin to blossom, the wheat fields become a magnificent green and our yard becomes an interesting site thanks to our farm…

Lifestyle

Move over crab; shrimp cakes are crisp and tasty

Seafood is a healthy addition to any diet. Seafood, whether it’s fish, mollusks or crustaceans, tends to be lower in calories and saturated fat than meat- or poultry-based protein sources,…

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Expired medicine drop-off in Ottawa

The prescription drug take-back day will take place April 25 and was announced by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).

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WF track breaks 3 school records

The West Franklin track teams made big strides in the John Buenger Relays in Osage City. The Falcons faced 13 other schools in the meet. “The meet was a major step in the right direction for both the veterans and those who are still fairly new to the track and field scene,” West Franklin coach…

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The weekly Athlete of the Week is open for voting. The link to vote is: Contests & Sweepstakes (cherryroad.com) or click on icon at ottawaherald.com

Opinion

Spring surprises from my dog

It’s that time of the year when the trees begin to blossom, the wheat fields become a magnificent green and our yard becomes an interesting site thanks to our farm dog, Rosie.

Lifestyle

Move over crab; shrimp cakes are crisp and tasty

Seafood is a healthy addition to any diet. Seafood, whether it’s fish, mollusks or crustaceans, tends to be lower in calories and saturated fat than meat- or poultry-based protein sources, and it may be rich…