First ladies have interesting stories

In this year of the 250th anniversary of our country, we have already been hearing quite a bit about our forefathers and those responsible for our Declaration of Independence.However, so far, I haven’t heard much about the wives of these courageous men.

Much to do as growing season begins

Video of the WeekPerennial plants grow for many years, and over time they can spread and outgrow their space. Now is a good time of year to divide perennial plants, digging them up, separating them into smaller clumps, and replanting them in the landscape.

City improvement projects underway

25 Years Ago April 26 - May 2, 2001A telephone cable expansion project is currently underway in the north part of Columbus to provide more capacity. “Road Closed” signs are posted on West Country Road between Minnesota and Florida Streets.

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.

Gravity of lies cannot be minimized

The Beginning of KnowledgeLying has a well-deserved reputation, one that is neither pleasant nor positive. When a lie is uttered, the truth takes a hit. Damage is done.Consider the first lie ever spoken.

What to do if plants have freeze damage

Identifying Frost and Freeze Injury to Spring PlantsKansas temperatures have ranged wildly lately, from lows across the state in the single digits and teens on March 16, to highs in the mid-90’s just four days later, on March 21.

Tanner lands job at Powrachute

25 Years Ago April 19 - 25, 2001A May 2000 graduate of the Southeast Kansas Technical School is currently employed as a machinist at Powrachute, a local manufacturer of powered parachutes.

Earth Day celebration held at fairgrounds

25 Years Ago April 19 - 25, 2001Cherokee County Farm Bureau hosted its second annual Earth Day celebration on Thursday, April 19, 2001, at the Columbus Fairgrounds.

Medications may help substance abuse

Substance use disorders like alcohol and opioid use disorders can be diverse, and every patient has a different story when it comes to their addiction.

Rationing helped support the war effort

It is disheartening to say the least that our young people for at least the immediate past and current generation have been taught so very little about history and especially that of our country’s history and even our Kansas history.