Cherokee County Court Docket

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.

Labette County Jail Report

Shane Eldon Beery, 50, was arrested Wednesday by Oswego Police officers on charges of criminal trespass and is being held in lieu of $648.50 bail.Richard Alan Kilchenman, 54, was arrested Tuesday by Oswego Police officers on a warrant and is being held without bail.

Meals On Wheels Lunch Menu

Meals are for those 60 years or older. Consultation with SEK-AAA dietitian may be arranged. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. To order or cancel a meal, please call your site between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. on the day before.

Real Estate transfers

Crystal L. Breedlove, Baxter Springs, conveyed a deed to the property located at 524 West Elm Street, Columbus, to Dustin Roy Gaines, Springfield, Missouri. The deed was recorded on March 9, 2026.

Are flowering trees friend or enemy

Spring flowers are a highlight across landscapes and along roadsides. Flowering trees are a large portion of this display. While all of them may be beautiful, some are more problematic than others.

Cherokee County Jail Report

Kevin Lee Ryan, 38, was arrested Thursday by Cherokee County Sheriff’s Deputies on charges of aggravated battery; cause great bodily harm and is being held without bail.Randy Joe Brooks, 59, was arrested Wednesday by Galena Police officers on charges of battery and was released on $1,000 bail.

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.

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.