Healthy holidays focus on Halloween

The holidays are fast approaching, and many families enjoy preparing and eating many special foods. While family traditions are fun, we enjoy the anticipation of these events and making healthy choices may not be the first thing on our minds.

Add something out of the ordinary when decorating

When decorating a room, it’s fun to include something out-of-the-ordinary. Perhaps you can find an unusual lamp or a modern painting, or a piece of furniture in a unique style. Try something new and go to an auction to see what is selling.

Columbus Day Festival parade features unique entries

A group of clowns ride East on Maple Street as part of Saturday morning’s Columbus Day Festival parade. They and their classic fire engine were part of the day’s entertainment on the square for the remainder of that day. Photo by Jacob Spencer.

Faith event focuses on law enforcement

Faith brought the community together as the Southeast Kansas Ministerial Alliance sponsored an event of hope and inspiration. The Faith and Blue Rally was held Monday night at Kiwanis Park in Baxter Springs.

Blood drive set Monday

Do you want to show off your Chiefs’ spirit? Those who donate blood at the Chiefs Kingdom Blood Drive Monday, October 18 will receive a free Chiefs Kingdom T-Shirt (while supplies last). Appointments are strongly encouraged, but not required, in order to maintain donor flow.

Columbus Museum attendance on the rise

Things are finally looking up here at the museum. We had a few more visitors and that is good. We enjoy our visitors very much. I want to thank the city for the new flags. They are greatly appreciated. My volunteer helpers are doing much better. I know you have seen Anita out and about.

Happy Anniversary

October 15 Robert and Jami Crowder Jack and Lela Grant October 16 Richard and Brenda Ayers Roy and Martha Parsons October 17 Jack and Carla Johnson

Getman takes second at state pedal tractor pull

Makayle Getman recently competed in the Kansas State Fair Pedal Pull Championship on September 12. Getman placed second in the 12 year old girl’s division. She is the daughter of Tyler Getman and Teresa Farrow and the granddaughter of Jack and Anita Getman.

Auxiliary sells tickets at Columbus Day Festival

The auxiliary had a booth at Columbus Day where they will be sold chances on a $500 gift card. Chances were $5 each or three for $12. Those who purchased a chance on the gift card will have the opportunity to get a free chance on a gift basket.

Baxter Springs city wide clean up begins

The City of Baxter Springs will be having their city wide clean up October 18-22. The city will be picking up items everyday during that week. You must call Baxter Springs City Hall at 620- 856-2114 before October 20,2021 to have your address put on the list to be picked up.