Years Ago

25 Years Ago July 16 - 22, 1998 Marlane Thompson was elected president of the Cherokee USD247 Board of Education and Denise Bodensteiner was chosen as vice president.

Johnston Public Library Hours

Mondays 9 p.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursdays 9 a.m.-5 a.m. Fridays 9 a.m.-. 5 p.m. Saturdays 9 a.m. - Noon Masks are encouraged, but not required. 210 W. 10th, Baxter Springs.

World view, a way to explain various beliefs

From the Pastor’s Pen If you have been around long enough, well, then you might have heard the term “world view” thrown around. In a nutshell, a definition of a world view would be something like this, a way of explaining various beliefs and views of how things should be.

Getting the most our of your healthcare

As a patient, it can be challenging to navigate the healthcare system. This can lead to frustration and disappointment in the system itself. My intent with this article is to be both informative and alleviate some angst associated with seeking medical care.

Kansas Legislative hotline

Information about the 2023 Kansas Legislature is only a phone call or chat away, the State Library of Kansas reminds residents. The toll-free number for the Legislative Hotline is 1-800-432-3924. Calls are answered by experienced reference and research librarians at the State Library.

Ribbon cutting for new business

Extracted from Newspapers at the Genealogy Library 25 Years Ago July 16 - 22, 1998 A ribbon cutting was held at Mobile Advantage, 315 north East Avenue, to welcome the firm to the Columbus business community. The firm’s operators are Jim Kesler and Mary Fletcher.

Be aware of Medicare scams

Almost all senior citizens 65 years and older are signed up for medicare or medicaid health care coverage. For most it is a lifesaver when it comes to dealing with health care problems.

Columbus Public Library Hours

Mondays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Thursdays 9 a.m.-6 a.m. Fridays 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. Saturdays 10 a.m.-noon. Curbside service will be available upon request.

Area Brownie Troop 843 participates in ground breaking

Porche Luttrell, Gabrielle Wilson, Jessica Rickard, Blanca Newman and Molly Gary, Brownies of Troop 843 of Columbus, participated in the Ozark Area Girl Scout Council’s new service center ground breaking ceremony in Joplin.

God cares for those who are depressed

From the Pastor’s Pen Did you know that the Bible discusses depression and suicide? Though it isn’t quite direct, there is the notion of it. In 1 Kings 19, we find a story of a worn-out prophet, Elijah. I have always found this story fascinating.