FCC will have 34th annual Cookie Walk

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.

Columbus LEO Club helps assemble Thanksgiving food boxes

Columbus LEO Club members gathered to help assemble food boxes that will be distributed to those in need for the holiday season. Regina Jameson is the LEO Club sponsor Korbyn Newberry, member of the Columbus LEO Club volunteered his time to help fill Thanksgiving food boxes for those in need.

Winter activities Monday

The Columbus Unified High School winter activities kick off Monday with the Titan and Lady Titan Basketball Teams participating in a jamboree at Labette County, beginning at 5 p.m. Both squads will be at Colgan, December 1.

Celebrate Christmas in Columbus

Come and help the Columbus Chamber of Commerce kick off the Holiday Season, by coming out and participating in the Christmas Celebration. Anyone wishing to have a booth on the square is welcome to set up by advising the Chamber office. There is no charge for the space. Set up is at 5 p.m.

Educator Hall of Fame seeks nominees

The Columbus Chamber of Commerce is asking for nominations for the “Education Hall of Fame” award. The award honors educators who have made an impact on the lives of their students, in the field of education and/or in their communities and whose work and accomplishments need to be recognized.

Holiday parade planned November 29

The Columbus Annual Christmas Parade is Wednesday evening, November 29. Santa has been contacted and he plans on being in the parade, which will begin at 7 p.m. Line up can begin around 6 p.m. on either side of Vermont or on Maple St. between Vermont and High School.

Chamber encourages downtown decorations

The retail committee is encouraging businesses to light up Columbus and let us be a “Hallmark Christmas town” during the Holiday season by decorating their windows and building. The public is invited to vote on their favorite decorations.

Smith is November Lion of Month

Columbus Lions Club has named John Smith as the Lion of the Month for November. Smith, a senior at Columbus High School is a member of LEO Club, HOSA and Student Council. A talented musician, Smith is involved in band, choir, a member of Tri-M and is an active participant in musicals and concerts.

Holidays meant to be enjoyed, not stressed

Holiday Health and Happiness Holidays can be a whirlwind of activity, and stressful or emotionally challenging. It’s crucial to remember that the holiday season is meant to be enjoyed.

KState working toward sustainable future

Kansas State University is taking the next steps toward a more sustainable future by launching and leading the collaborative, multi-institutional Kansas Water Institute.