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Cherokee County Jail Report

News Staff
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Molly Marie Elizabeth Mueller, 33, was arrested Wednesday by Galena Police officers on charges of driving under the influence, possession of certain hallucinogenic drugs and use or possess drug paraphernalia for use in the human body and is being held in lieu of $2,500 bail.

Cherokee County Court Docket

News Staff
Thursday, April 16, 2026
This is the schedule of the District Court Room with Judge Maradeth Frederick presiding. All of the hearings, conferences, arraignments, dismissals, appearances and trials are open to the public. They are also subject to change or cancellation without notice.

Columbus Public Library Hours

News Staff
Thursday, April 16, 2026
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.

Johnston Public Library Hours

News Staff
Thursday, April 16, 2026
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.
Kate Tyree, 2020 Riverton High School graduate was named Pittsburg State University student employee of the year. PSU President Thomas Newsom presented the award. Courtesy photo.

Kate Tyree, 2020 Riverton High School graduate was named Pittsburg State University student employee of the year. PSU President Thomas Newsom presented the award. Courtesy photo.

Tyree named student employee of year at PSU

News Staff
Thursday, April 16, 2026
A Columbus student at Pittsburg State has been named the university student employee of the year.

Mercy Auxiliary taco fundraiser

News Staff
Thursday, April 16, 2026
The taco squad’s annual drive through lunch, sponsored by the Pink Ladies of Mercy Columbus Hospital, will help purchase a 3-D mammogram machine.The luncheon is coming Wednesday, May 6 to the St. Rose Parish Hall 11 a.m. until supplies run out.

CALENDAR

News Staff
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Friday, April 17•Clean and Serene Narcotics Anonymous meeting Galena Community Room 6 p.m.Saturday, April 18•Lady Titan softball Chanute Comet Classic•Breaking the Chains of Addiction Narcotics Anonymous Spiritual Support Group at the Fellowship Baptist Church in Baxter Springs 4 p.m.
The Southeast Kansas Area Agency on Aging (SEKAAA) hosted a recognition luncheon in Baxter Springs honoring volunteers who deliver meals through the 60 plus nutrition program. Courtesy photo.

The Southeast Kansas Area Agency on Aging (SEKAAA) hosted a recognition luncheon in Baxter Springs honoring volunteers who deliver meals through the 60 plus nutrition program. Courtesy photo.

SEKAAA recognizes area volunteers

News Staff
Thursday, April 16, 2026
“We just couldn’t do it without them,” said Stacy Dickerhoof, SEKAAA Associate Director. “Last year in Baxter Springs, 86 volunteers contributed 1,138 hours of service. Baxter Springs is a shining example of a community coming together to address a need.
Maple Street and Delaware Street were completely submerged during Wednesday’s storms. Courtesy photo.

Maple Street and Delaware Street were completely submerged during Wednesday’s storms. Courtesy photo.

Record rain, hail rips county

News Staff
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Violent heavy rain and hail storms crossed Cherokee County Wednesday evening leaving in their wake an April 15 record 2.83 inches of rain.Roofs and cars were damaged, trees fallen and the community was flooded overnight.It all began just as many people were leaving work.
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