Kids’ excess weight causes health problems

An American Psychological Association survey reported that 42 percent of U.S. adults gained around 29 pounds in the first year of the pandemic.

Galena men arrested for gambling

25 Years Ago March 13 - 19, 1997 Rod and Kelley Watson, of Weir, announce the birth of their son, Jarod William, born February 15, 1997 at Freeman Hospital. Grandparents are Homer and Mary Ellis, of Pittsburg, Don C. Watson, of Weir, and Judy Watson of Frontenac.

Neosho County FCE sponsoring educational trip

With Covid on the decline and deciding it is time to try to return to what was once considered normal, the Neosho County Family Community Education (FCE) Council has decided to take the bus trip to Michigan and Wisconsin that was originally planned for June 2020.

How to handle positional dizziness

Q: Occasionally I get dizzy. If I roll over in bed it happens sometimes, or if I am playing tennis it can be terrible. But then it goes away. Is it caused by an ear infection, or am I just getting old and batty? A: Chances are the answer is “neither.

Evans to perform at Madison Square Garden

25 Years Ago March 13 - 19, 1997 The Baxter House reopened its doors the first of January with little or no operating money. So Bagcraft Corporation in Baxter Springs decided to help.

4-H club presents June swimsuit issue

The 4-H Club state headquarters’ quarterly issue for June is gonna present a swimsuit installment, featuring prize-winning animals from last year’s 4-H projects. There’s 12 finalists, but their identities are unknown.

Caring for expectant mothers

Lately my teenager has been fascinated by medical dramas. Although my “doctor self” is usually rolling my eyes throughout the program, it’s often a good conversation starter. One recent show featured a pregnant woman who experienced one medical crisis after another.

Columbus Public Library Hours

The Columbus Public Library will be open to the public, with a five person limit. 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.

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.

Sheriff raids ‘Choc Nation’ for illegal booze

25 Years Ago March 13 - 19, 1997 The Southeast Kansas Turkey Growers Association held its bi-monthly meeting at the Columbus Community Center. President Garry Lacen presided over the meeting with 28 members present. Members Steve Scott and Warren Scott spoke to the group.