Snake shapes appear often in decoration

Whether it’s as subtle as the serpentine front of a Chippendale chest or as lifelike as the three-dimensional snakes that slither across, Palissy ware majolica, snakes and snake shapes often show up in decorative arts.

We will be tested as Jesus was

Read Hebrews 5:5-10 Following Jesus is incredibly difficult. He says things that make me salty (angry) and does things that make me feel uncomfortable. Maybe you’re like me and find this hard to swallow. You might feel the only boss of you, well, is you. But is it, though?

4-H Days showcases young talent

25 Years Ago March 10 - 16, 1999Kierstin Green, of Columbus, a member of the Flip Shop of Baxter Springs, participated in a trampoline and tumbling meet at Coffeyville.

Bible is authentic word of God

The Beginning of KnowledgeLegal proceedings must be taken seriously. The courtroom is where the fate of many a person is decided. Great effort is expended to assure the integrity of all witnesses’ statements. In fact, before any testimony is considered valid, a solemn vow is uttered.

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.

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.

Sheriff’s Department to get K-9 unit

25 Years Ago March 10 - 16, 1999With the help of some very hefty donations such as the check for $500 from the Baxter Springs Kiwanis Club Vice President Bradley Cox, the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Department will soon have its own K-9 Unit.

Gardening produces health benefits

Gardening for LifeThe wellness benefits of gardening are available for all ages. Varied abilities among gardeners means adaptations to traditional practices are necessary. There are many tools and tricks to make this possible.

Postpartum depression can be serious

Transitioning to become a parent can be one of the most pivotal changes in a person’s life. Rarely are the hard moments of this change talked about enough. For example, did you know one in five women and one in ten men suffer from postpartum depression?

Remembering family traditions

As we approach St. Patrick’s Day I seem to have turned my “clock” back several years. Being in a family where the surname is O’Malley, St. Patrick’s Day was a special day for me. One of my paternal great grandfather’s name was John St. John, born in Waterford,Ireland.