Legislature hotline

Up-to-the-minute information on the 2020 Kansas Legislature is only a phone call or chat away. Kansas residents can access information about the Kansas Legislature, bill status, legislative process and more by calling 1-800- 432-3924 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Take your mule to work on Friday

Reminder: Three days left to use the free mule hoof buffing offer down at Bickum’s Hardware. Bring Your Mule to Work Day is Friday. A reader, Alan, commented that the Mayor’s wife might not be too happy about being included in the hoof deal.

Does all back pain warrant imaging?

Experts estimate that well over 80 percent of people will experience back pain at some point in their lives. Perhaps ten percent of adults experience it at any given moment. Back pain is extremely common, and people with back pain can be extremely miserable.

Murder charges will be filed in shooting

25 Years Ago February 13 -19, 1997 James and Barbara Hill, Columbus, announce the birth of their son, Jeramiah Grant, born on December 19, 1996 at St. John’s Regional Medical Center.

Legislature hotline

Up-to-the-minute information on the 2020 Kansas Legislature is only a phone call or chat away. Kansas residents can access information about the Kansas Legislature, bill status, legislative process and more by calling 1-800-432-3924 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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.

Yes, people need one another

Yes, you need one another. Maybe you don’t feel like you do, but you do. I’m independent, I’m a loner, I could literally survive on a mountain by myself. That’s just how God made me and it’s a good thing because much of my life I’ve had to be alone.

God’s love is greatest of all

There are certain times of the year when it is desirable to express one’s care and concern for a loved one. Any day can be the perfect occasion for giftgiving. However, in the middle of February, a particular date on the calendar seems to stand out.

Be alert for income tax scams

As residents prepare to file their annual income taxes, thieves and scammers are also preparing.

How to restore range of motion

Q: I have been pretty athletic, but now at 63, I notice that my range of motion is getting restricted. What’s going on, and how can I reverse this trend? A: Age-related changes in connective tissue and muscles can affect range of motion.