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This year 216 boxes were sent to children around the world from Columbus and Oswego First Baptist Churches through the Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Children. The drop off location closed for this year. The Oswego church brought 52 boxes for delivery. For information for next year contact Charlotte Scott 620-762-2738.

This year 216 boxes were sent to children around the world from Columbus and Oswego First Baptist Churches through the Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Children. The drop off location closed for this year. The Oswego church brought 52 boxes for delivery. For information for next year contact Charlotte Scott 620-762-2738.

This year 216 boxes

News Staff
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Local trick rider celebrates 100th birthday

Local trick rider celebrates 100th birthday

Local trick rider celebrates 100th birthday

News Staff
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Today is the 100th birthday of West Mineral High School’s oldest alumnus. Saturday she celebrated with family and friends.Virginia (Robinson) Moore graduated with the Class of 1944, she was celebrating her birthday.

First Christian Church cookie walk returns

News Staff
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Alerting all cookie monsters. It’s time for the thirty fourth annual Cookie Walk sponsored by the First Christian Church in Columbus.Those who have a sweet tooth or do holiday entertaining will surely want to attend this event.
Steve Jameson presented Katelyn Draeger with her Lion of the Month for November certificate at the recent Lions Club meeting.

Steve Jameson presented Katelyn Draeger with her Lion of the Month for November certificate at the recent Lions Club meeting.

Draeger named November Lion of Month

News Staff
Thursday, November 20, 2025
The November Lion of the Month is Katelyn Draeger. Draeger has been active in several sports during her high school career, including one year of wrestling, three years of basketball, four years of softball, four years of volleyball and one year as Captain.

Pediatric services coming to Columbus

News Staff
Thursday, November 20, 2025
Beginning in February, a new service will be coming to Columbus Mercy. Pediatrician Dr. William Jones, from Pittsburg Mercy, will be available two days per month for pediatric outreach in the Columbus hospital. This looks to be a great asset to the community.

Healthy eating tips for Thanksgiving

News Staff
Thursday, November 20, 2025
Valori Stone Family and Community Wellness Agent, Wildcat Extension DistrictThanksgiving is a time for gratitude, family, and of course, delicious food. While it’s easy to overindulge during the holiday you can still enjoy your favorite dishes and stay healthy with a few mindful choices.

Real Estate transfers

News Staff
Thursday, November 20, 2025
Darrell and Joy Tash, Galena, conveyed a deed to the property located at 6539 Southeast Quaker Road, Galena, to John and Rebecca Lenhardt, Galena. The deed was recorded November 7, 2025.

Cherokee County Jail Report

News Staff
Thursday, November 20, 2025
Roberto Pedro Francisco, 34, was arrested by Cherokee County Sheriff’s Deputies on charges of driving under the influence; alcohol or drugs, operating a motor vehicle without a valid license and transporting an open container and is being held without bail.
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