Free dump day
yields 57 tons
PARSONS About 57 tons of trash got dumped at the Parsons dump in March thanks to an offer by the city to accept bulk trash for free on Saturdays in March, according to The Parsons Sun. A city official said 152 people took advantage of the offer the first two weeks and 122 the third week. Items included 886 tires, 10 batteries, 64 pieces of furniture and 84 appliances. The effort aims to clean up the city by removing bulk items like furniture and appliances and debris from peoples yards.
Grant supports
walking efforts
OTTAWA Franklin County Health Department will promote walking and active living thanks to a $7,900 grant from the Governors Council on Fitness, the Ottawa Herald reported. Proposed projects include installation of share the road signs on roads with high bike and pedestrian usage, benches and recycling bins at parks, building or renovating walking paths and trails and more.
PHS principal
announces move
PARSONS Parsons High School principal Matthew Rogers is leaving the district to serve as superintendent for Vermillion USD 380, the Parsons Sun reported. Rogers said his wife took a job in Topeka so hes following her to that area.
Yates Center couple claims prize
TOPEKA A Yates Center couple, Sharon and Leland Douglas, claimed a $20,000 top prize on a $2 Double Bonus Crossword instant scratch ticket, the Chanute Tribune reported. The winning ticket was sold at Petes 29 in Yates Center.
