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Happy Thanksgiving. Artist J.C. Leyendecker’s illustrations often capture the simple things we’re thankful for -- like a home-cooked meal and family to enjoy it with. Photo Credit: Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers (c) 2024 by Cowles Syndicate Inc.

Leyendecker illustrations depict simple life

Terry Kovel

Tuesday, December 3, 2024

Thanksgiving is a holiday steeped in Americana, and what captures that better than the classic cover illustrations of The Saturday Evening Post? Illustrator J.C.

Previous Top Titan nominees Susan Wells and Mattea Cupp. Wells was named the winner.

Nominate a ‘Top Titan before December 13

News Staff

Tuesday, December 3, 2024

The Columbus Chamber of Commerce Education committee has announced that nominations for the “Top Titan Award” will close December 13. The award will be presented at the annual dinner January 29,2025.

Chamber certificates make great gifts

News Staff

Tuesday, December 3, 2024

The Holiday season is upon us, don’t know what to give to family and friends? What about a Columbus gift certificate?Just a reminder you can give Columbus gift certificates year around.

The Golden Apple Award is presented to an instructor in pre-kindergarter through sixth grade and seventh grade through twelfth grade, plus Coffeyvilk Community College, Columbus campus, in the USD 493 District. Previous Golden Apple nominees in the elementary school included Suzette Henderson anc Stephanie Evans. Kari Soper (right) Coffeyville Community College Columbus Campus director, presented the Golden Apple to Henderson.

Time to select a Golden Apple candidate

News Staff

Tuesday, December 3, 2024

It is time to nominate your favorite teacher for the 2024/2025 Golden Apple Award presented to an instructor in pre-kindergarten through sixth grade and seventh grade through twelfth grade, plus Coffeyville Community College, Columbus campus, in the USD 493 District.

Guests join fifth graders for Thanksgiving lunch

News Staff

Friday, November 22, 2024

There was a large turnout at Central school Wednesday afternoon. Fifth grade students had the opportunity to invite two guests to join them for a special Thanksgiving lunch.

Style revue results announced

News Staff

Friday, November 22, 2024

Results have been announced for the 4-H, Future Farmers of America and Heritage Youth Association Style Revue Judging.The Senior Grand Champion winner was Zoie Elmore from Spring Valley Sparklers with her formal wear. Senior Reserve Champion was Rylee Heistand from Riverton FFA with her formal wear.

Youth recognized for participation in Cherokee County Horse Project

News Staff

Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Violet Huddleston received a buckle in the Halter di- vision from her father Joseph Huddleston for her 12 year old gelding her best friend.Akissa French receives a halter from Ted Meyer in the Showmanship division with Mini mare.

List your business on tne event guide

News Staff

Tuesday, November 19, 2024

We don’t like to think about it, but 2025 will soon be here. That means for the tourism committee of the Columbus Chamber of Commerce, the 2025 Calendar of Events/Business Guide brochure needs to be printed and sent out to visitor centers in Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma.

Support community, shop local

News Staff

Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Did you know dollars spent in local Columbus businesses have three times the impact on the community as dollars spent at national chains. When you shop local, you help create jobs, fund more city services through sales tax, invest in neighborhood improvement and promote community development.

Time running out for Chris Award nominations

News Staff

Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Have you nominated a munity. Without volunteer member of the community for the annual Columbus Chris Award?Nominations are considered for community service extending over a period of years - but particularly this past year which benefited several different segments of the community.

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