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Santa will once again be transported along the parade route by members of the Columbus Lions Club on their famous fire truck. The parade is planned to take place Wednesday, December 4. Line up will begin around 6 p.m. with the parade starting at approximately 7 p.m. Judging of floats will take place around 6:30 p.m. Prizes will be awarded for two places in both religious and novelty categories.

Santa will once again be transported along the parade route by members of the Columbus Lions Club on their famous fire truck. The parade is planned to take place Wednesday, December 4. Line up will begin around 6 p.m. with the parade starting at approximately 7 p.m. Judging of floats will take place around 6:30 p.m. Prizes will be awarded for two places in both religious and novelty categories.

Many activities planned for Christmas

Come and help the Columbus Chamber ol Commerce kick off the Holiday Season. Make plans to attend the Christmas Celebration Wednesday, December 4.Anyone wishing to have a booth on the square is welcome. Just advise the Chamber office. There is no charge for the space. Set up is at 5 p.m.

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 Masks are encouraged, but not required. 210 W. 10th, Baxter Springs.
Unexpected visitor found in Columbus museum

Unexpected visitor found in Columbus museum

Unexpected visitor found in Columbus museum

In last month’s report I stated that you learn to expect the unexpected here at the museum. Well, this was true again this month.On the second, I was going through turning on the lights and I came upon a very unexpected insect. It was a beautiful butterfly.
The 4-H Alumni Award

The 4-H Alumni Award

The 4-H Alumni Award

The 4-H Alumni Award winner Kim Scott was the Extension Board President last year. She has served as a committee member and superintendent for the cattle project. She has been a supportive voice for 4-H and the extension program for the last few years.
Fox graduates army basic training

Fox graduates army basic training

Fox graduates army basic training

A 2004 Southeast High School graduate, and wrestler with the Columbus High School, Kassidy Fox has graduated from Army Basic Training at Fort Sill, in Lawton, Oklahoma on October 4.
Columbus Day Festival car show top winners announced

Columbus Day Festival car show top winners announced

Columbus Day Festival car show top winners announced

The Mayor’s Choice award was presented to Bob Houser showing his 1956 Ford truck (below). The winner was selected by Columbus Mayor Grant Spieth.The People’s Choice Award was presented to Rosalie Lopp for her 1957 Chevrolet Bel-Aire hardtop.
Riverton High School honor rolls announced

Riverton High School honor rolls announced

Riverton High School honor rolls announced

The Riverton High School first quarter honor rolls have been announced by Principal Chad Harper. Those named to the Superintendent’s Honor Roll, students making a 4.0004.
The Baxter Springs Police Department Reserve Officers, in conjunction with the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Department Reserve Deputies held a Back the Badge Event earlier in October. Large crowds enjoyed the Bar -B-Q pork sandwiches.

The Baxter Springs Police Department Reserve Officers, in conjunction with the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Department Reserve Deputies held a Back the Badge Event earlier in October. Large crowds enjoyed the Bar -B-Q pork sandwiches.

Overland Rally camps at Big Brutus

Overland Rally camps at Big Brutus
Columbus Day Committee offers ‘thank yous’

Columbus Day Committee offers ‘thank yous’

Columbus Day Committee offers ‘thank yous’

The Columbus Day committee wishes to say “Thank You” to the many volunteers for helping put on the Columbus Day Festival and Hot Air Balloon Regatta.It takes many hours of planning and working to put on a festival of this size.