World of nature an amazing place

The Beginning of Knowledge The world of nature is a marvelous place. It is especially so in the springtime. With the flowers blooming, the birds chirping, and the fresh breezes blowing, it is such a pleasant time of year.

Christ; the door to salvation

Messages from St. Paul’s Lutheran Church When Jesus says, “I Am the door of the sheep” and then again “I Am the good shepherd”, he calls himself God. The Name God revealed to Moses is Yahweh, which means “I Am.

God is visionary for your life

Pastor’s Thoughts God sees the big picture. He is the visionary for your life and is constantly at work to make all things come together for you. Psalm 139:14 says we are fearfully and wonderfully made.

It’s imperative parents learn about Fentanyl

Message from the Sheriff Last week I joined many others who packed a community church to mourn the loss of an area teen. The young man went to bed in his family home, never to wake up. Instead, he was found lifeless the following morning by those who loved and cared about him.

Years Ago

25 Years Ago April 30 - May 6, 1998 Twenty-two years ago, Delbert Rowden launched himself into a career that has grown into a full-blown passion for antiques.

Iodine deficiency can cause goiters

Imagine how just over one hundred years ago, nearly one third of people in the upper Great Lakes and upper Midwest regions walked around with a goiter on their neck. A goiter is a lump on the throat, which could be as big as an orange, a grapefruit, or larger.

Hi Neighbor

Last week I attended a state conference and during that time I became acquainted with a woman who told me of a recent Medicare scam that she had fallen victim to through no fault of her own. She said that one day a large package arrived at her door.

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.

Big biceps can interfere with blood pressure reading

Arnold Schwarzenegger’s flexed bicep was said to be 22 inches in circumference; Mike Tyson’s -- 18.5 inches; and Venus Williams’s, 15 inches. That’s a lot of muscle. But chances are your arms are that big, too.

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.