Dark chocolate has several health benefits

Cocoa slows agingIn 2024, Americans spent more than $21 billion on chocolate treats. While 40 percent of folks say milk chocolate is their favorite, 28 percent like dark chocolate best.

Letter to the Editor

Dear Editor,Scott and I were high school classmates. He was one of those people who seemed destined for success in whatever path he chose. He was incredibly smart, talented, a decorated athlete, and at the top of our class academically.

Kloer named Athlete of the Week

Extracted from Newspapers at the Genealogy Library25 Years Ago November 2 - 8, 2000The Columbus Unified High School Athlete of the Week is senior football player Shaun Kloer. Coach Clarence McKillip chose Shaun because he came back following a broken hand and played as soon as he was able.

‘Trust your gut’ more than an empty phrase

People often talk about having a “gut feeling” or are told to “listen to their gut” when making a decision. Do you know what your gut is trying to tell you? There are multiple things that your digestive system can do to get your attention. Do you know what your body is trying to tell you?

Gems can be found in unexpected places

Don’t judge a book by its cover. We have all heard that said often. We had a good example of that, plus an unexpected random act of kindness, when we were in Chicago last September.

Johnston Public Library Hours

Mondays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Fridays 9 a.m.-. 5 p.m. Saturdays 9 a.m. - Noon 210 W. 10th, Baxter Springs.

God redeems His people by Jesus’ death

From the Pastor’s PenRead Luke 22:14-23 We’ve been exploring the story of redemption as outlined in the Bible’s five chapters: Creation, Fall, Redemption, Restoration, and Renewal.

No book will ever rival the Holy Bible

The Beginning of KnowledgeOne thing is for sure: the Bible is an amazing book. It is, in fact, the book of books. There never has been, there is not currently, nor will there ever be, any rival to the Holy Scriptures. Within its pages are history, law, poetry, prophecy, and so much more.

Important to prepare outdoor plants for winter

Garden To-Do • Check soil temperature at our Weather Data Library. Spring flowering bulbs can be planted as long as the soil temperature stays above 40 degrees F.

Years Ago

25 Years Ago Oct. 26 - Nov. 1, 2000“Jake” Brown was the Columbus Lions Club Lion of the Month during October.The Kansas Alumni Association recognized the top senior honor students at Riverton High School.