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William Huffhine
Ottawa Illinois
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The Paywall Way of Life
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I was amused recently by an email received from an angry young man who was incensed over hitting the paywall after reading several articles on our website. My amusement was not because a reader was agitated, but because of what he said in his email. "I'll think about coming back... Continue reading
Posted Feb 2, 2013 at Pixels & Print
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Going All-In on Print
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As a veteran of the industry since 1995, when print was all there was, I've been excited to see the unfolding of a print renaissance at the Orange County Register. Adrienne LaFrance "Why did the Orange County Register send reporters and photogs to cover 40 — yes, four-zero, 40 —... Continue reading
Posted Feb 2, 2013 at Pixels & Print
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What comes with that second digital copy?
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Circulation numbers at newspapers all across the country are on the rise! That bottom line of the Publisher's Statement or Fas Fax is looking better than it has in years. But dig a little deeper and, at most newspapers, you're likely to find that home delivery of the print edition... Continue reading
Posted Feb 2, 2013 at Pixels & Print
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The Way of the Dreamweaver
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Perhaps the most effective way to lead a team is to first discover the dreams and visions each team member has for his or her own professional future, and then orient your leadership around helping them to make their dreams come true in a way that compliments and furthers the... Continue reading
Posted Feb 2, 2013 at Pixels & Print
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Pixels & Print
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Welcome to a new corner of the blogosphere featuring information about current trends and best practices in the print and digital media, particulary the ever-changing newspaper industry. There's so much disruption and change happening in our industry on a seemingly daily basis that it's difficult to keep up. That's what... Continue reading
Posted Jan 27, 2013 at Pixels & Print
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Pirates maneuver a 17-6 massacre
By Bryon Besse YORKVILLE- At times the Ottawa Pirates pitching looked shaky. There were moments when their defense was suspect. Heck there were even at bats where their star hitter looked lost at the plate. Yet, the Pirates managed to not only win Wednesday night in their opening round match... Continue reading
Posted May 23, 2012 at The Ottawa Voice
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Titans 9U win Rock Island tourney, move to 17-2
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The Naplate Titans 9U baseball team went 4-1 to win the May Madness Tournament held in Rock Island over the weekend. In their opening pool play game on Saturday, the Titans defeated Champaign 4-0 behind the one-hit pitching performance by Shane Reynolds. Reynolds went the distance on the mound striking... Continue reading
Posted May 23, 2012 at The Ottawa Voice
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Ottawa Xplosion 14U win Ottawa Renegades Tournament, move to 22-3
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By Dan Flavel The Ottawa Xplosion 14U went 3-0 to win the nine-team Ottawa Renegades Spring Break tournament over the weekend. In their opener, they defeated the host Ottawa Renegades 3-0. Offensively the Xplosion were led by Zoe Smith who had two hits including a triple. Lyndsay Madden had two... Continue reading
Posted May 21, 2012 at The Ottawa Voice
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Jansen dominates the Panthers
By Bryon Besse (story and video) OTTAWA- Can any of you remember what you did on your 18th birthday? I know that I can’t remember what I did this year let alone the nineteen I have celebrated since my 18th. Then again, I didn’t take the bump on senior day... Continue reading
Posted May 20, 2012 at The Ottawa Voice
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Festivities Unlimited event to benefit family of Chris Strobel
Festivities Unlimited of Ottawa will host a quarter auction on Thursday, June 7th to raise funds for the family of the late Chris Strobel. Doors will open at 5:30 pm with bidding to begin at 6:30. Anyone bringing first time guests will receive an extra door prize entry for each... Continue reading
Posted May 19, 2012 at The Ottawa Voice
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Titans 9U improve to 13-1 with win over Princeton
By Dan Flavel The Naplate Titans 9U travel baseball team recorded a 15-8 win over the Princeton 10U Thursday. Shane Reynolds led the way offensively with a triple, double and and an RBI. Kadon Harth had two hits and four RBI, Levi Sholders had two hits and two RBI, John... Continue reading
Posted May 19, 2012 at The Ottawa Voice
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Something new by Washington Park
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Thursday afternoon workers erected a marker, through a collaboration of local, state, and federal efforts, at the intersection of La Salle and Lafayette on the Northwest corner of Washington Park, to promote tourism along the Illinois River Road National Scenic Byway. The marker, identical to ones placed in Princeton, Peoria,... Continue reading
Posted May 18, 2012 at The Ottawa Voice
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Sunset Market at the Jordan Block
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OTTAWA - Thursday evening brought the first Sunset Market to the Jordan Block of downtown Ottawa. Ten vendors, offering a variety of goods from jewelry, to cakes, to ball caps along with many other items lined the North and West perimeters of the Jordan Block from 4pm until 8pm. The... Continue reading
Posted May 18, 2012 at The Ottawa Voice
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Pirates shipwrecked by the Cavaliers
By Bryon Besse OTTAWA - It took the Cavaliers just one inning of the long awaited conference title game to decide who would take home the trophy but that one inning was plenty enough for Mike Lynch. The senior right hander was stingy the entire night. Mixing speeds and keeping... Continue reading
Posted May 18, 2012 at The Ottawa Voice
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Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble pack the auditorium
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Ottawa High School Symphonic Band begin the 80th annual Spring Concert OTTAWA - Before a nearly full auditorium, the Ottawa Township High School Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble performed their 80th annual Spring Concert. Conductor Sarah Reckmeyer led her State Champion musicians in a two-part performance Thursday evening. The concert... Continue reading
Posted May 18, 2012 at The Ottawa Voice
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Poll of the week - legalized video gaming in Ottawa
What is your opinion of recent state and local moves to legalize video gaming in the city of Ottawa? Continue reading
Posted May 17, 2012 at The Ottawa Voice
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Ottawa Xplosion take 5th place honors in Springfield
By Dan Flavel The Ottawa Xplosion 14U went 3-1, good for a 5th place finish in the 16-team Capital City Showdown in Springfield over the weekend. In their opener, the Xplosion defeated Belleville 5-3. Lyndsay Madden went 2-for-3 with a triple, Pazley Jensen had two hits while Zoe Smith doubled... Continue reading
Posted May 16, 2012 at The Ottawa Voice
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What would you change about Ottawa?
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The opinions expressed below are those of residents of Ottawa and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of The Ottawa Voice. Via social media, The Ottawa Voice asked this question Tuesday of nearly 1,400 friends and fans. The responses came quickly, abundantly, and passionately. Here is what you and your... Continue reading
Posted May 16, 2012 at The Ottawa Voice
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City Council recognizes Officer of the Year and amends gaming ordinance
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The Ottawa city council met Tuesday evening at 7:00 for a quick thirty-minute regular session. The first order of business was to honor the Ottawa Police Department Officer of the Year. Chief Brian Zeilmann presented the award to K9 handler Dave Hallowell. A representative from the League of Illinois Bicyclists... Continue reading
Posted May 15, 2012 at The Ottawa Voice
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Naplate Titans 9U split double-header
The Naplate Titans 9U Baseball team split a doubleheader with Sauk Valley over the weekend. In the opener the Titans scored a 14-1 victory. Levi Sholders had two hits and three RBI while Jacob Serby added two hits and an RBI. Shane Reynolds and Luke Couch combined for the pitching... Continue reading
Posted May 15, 2012 at The Ottawa Voice
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Easter Seals and Knights of Columbus to host Drawdown & Night at the Races
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Easter Seals of La Salle and Bureau Counties and Streator Knights of Columbus post #790 are hosting a Drawdown and Night at the Races. The event will take place Saturday, May 19, 2012, at the Streator Knights of Columbus Hall, 806 Oakley Ave, Streator, IL. The doors will open at... Continue reading
Posted May 15, 2012 at The Ottawa Voice
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Pirates win the day against Sterling
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Bryon Besse OTTAWA- There is a tendency for teams to look past an opponent when a rival is looming in the distance. This is especially true when the rival is waiting to play one more game to decide the NIB 12 West Conference Championship. LaSalle-Peru did their job on Friday,... Continue reading
Posted May 14, 2012 at The Ottawa Voice
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Local amateur artists advance to state competition
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Amateur adult artists, members of The Ottawa Art League, presented their work for judging Saturday at the Town & Country Art Show hosted by Jeremiah Joe's. Art critic Linda Ribar judged each piece and shared with the artists present her impressions of their work. Those artists receiving a blue ribbon... Continue reading
Posted May 14, 2012 at The Ottawa Voice
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Ottawa Xplosion 14U win Kankakee Big B Bash Tournament, move to 11-1
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Team members (pictured front left) Asst Coach Dan Flavel, Aurora Flavel, Pazley Jensen, Zoe Smith, Miranda Carpenter, Head Coach Dewey Wendt. Back Row Asst Coach Luke Smith, Addie Smith, Maddi Carpenter, Lauren Walker, Megan VanAmburgh, Katherine Dyche, Lyndsay Madden, Asst Coach Beth Roper Dan Flavel The Ottawa Xplosion 14U finished... Continue reading
Posted May 14, 2012 at The Ottawa Voice
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St. Baldrick's raises over $10k to fight childhood cancer
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A St. Baldrick's fundraiser was held Saturday, May 12 at Muffy's Tap in Ottawa. According to organizer Rita Chovan, 40 heads were shaved and at least $10,600 was raised to aid in the fight against childhood cancer. Donations can still be made on-line by clicking here. Today's event was the... Continue reading
Posted May 13, 2012 at The Ottawa Voice
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