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Large crowd learns homemade pasta making techniques

Large crowd learns homemade pasta making techniques

Large crowd learns homemade pasta making techniques

About 15 would-be cooks gathered at the St. Rose Parish Hall on a recent Sunday afternoon to make home-made pasta under the tutelage of Bailie Saiz. Some were first timers and others were looking for a refresher course.
Life Christian splits Midstates Christian League academic meet

Life Christian splits Midstates Christian League academic meet

Life Christian splits Midstates Christian League academic meet

Life Christian school continued their dominance of the Midstates Christian League Academic competition with a close 58-54 victory over Bethel Christian of Ottawa Friday in the Junior division (age 12 and under), hosted by Life Christian School.
Easter egg hunt planned Saturday

Easter egg hunt planned Saturday

Easter egg hunt planned Saturday

The Easter Bunny will be in attendance for the annual Easter Egg Hunt to be held in Columbus Saturday, April 8 at the Columbus City Park located at South Kansas and Country Road. Parents are welcome to take pictures of their children with the Easter Bunny.

Legislative breakfast

The Columbus Chamber of Commerce Public Affairs will host a Legislative breakfast Monday, April 10, during the legislative break. Breakfast will be held at 7:30 a.m. at Maple Uncommon Guest House and Gallery for members. Reservations will be needed.
Six Riverton musicians qualify for honor band

Six Riverton musicians qualify for honor band

Six Riverton musicians qualify for honor band

Six band students from Riverton High School have been selected to perform in the Four-State Honor Band at Pittsburg State University on May 4. A record number of students from all over the four-states were nominated by their band directors for seats in these ensembles.
Heathy Habits program set to begin April 6

Heathy Habits program set to begin April 6

Heathy Habits program set to begin April 6

Anew program intended to encourage physical activity and healthy eating among Columbus children will be offered beginning April 6 at the county extension office, 124 W Country Road, in Columbus and nearby locations.

Spaghetti fundraiser at FUMC

A spaghetti dinner fundraiser is planned by the First United Methodist Church. For a suggested donation of $8, diners will receive spaghetti, salad, dessert and a drink. The dinner will be held Wednesday, April 12 from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the church located at 320 W. Maple.
Local youth earn awards in Welch Round-Up Club

Local youth earn awards in Welch Round-Up Club

Local youth earn awards in Welch Round-Up Club

Welch Round-Up Club features several local horse enthusiasts. Several of those youngsters brought home awards for the 2022 season. Competition was fierce since the group has a large number of accomplished riders from around the area.
Baxter Springs P.E.O. Chapter BT celebrates 100 years

Baxter Springs P.E.O. Chapter BT celebrates 100 years

Baxter Springs P.E.O. Chapter BT celebrates 100 years

P.E.O. Chapter BT of Baxter Springs is 100 years old. Members celebrated the occasion with an anniversary dinner on March 20 in the Fellowship Hall of the United Methodist Church. The P.E.O. Kansas State President, Linda Kekina and the P.E.O.

RSVP required for Scottish Rite meeting

All members of the Valley of Southeast Kansas Lodge of Perfection are ask to attend the Stated Dinner and Meeting Thursday, April 6, at the Armstrong Masonic Lodge, 3105 North Joplin Street, Pittsburg. Social Hour begins at 5:30 p.m., Dinner will be at 6:30 p.m.