Central names students of the month

Five Central students were recognized as students of the month for February. Among those recognized was Mae Epler. Teachers said Epler is a hard worker, is kind to others and always willing to help both in and out of the classroom.

Holt recognized as March 4-H member

Cherokee County 4-H has announced their March member of the month. Eleven-year-old Gentry Holt has been selected for the honor. Holt is a fifth-grade student at Central Elementary School in Columbus. He is in the gifted program and participates in Boy Scouts.

Mercy Auxiliary reschedules fundraiser, attends ground breaking

It was decided to postpone the Columbus Mercy Auxiliary fundraiser luncheon during the February 21 meeting. The meeting opened with members repeating the flag salute followed by Vice-President, Mary Brumback reciting the Auxiliary prayer. Sixteen members answered roll call.

Scottish Rite meeting planned Thursday

All members of the Valley of Southeast Kansas Lodge of Perfection are asked to attend the Stated Dinner and Meeting Thursday, March 2 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.

KU announces honor roll students

The University of Kansas has announced their honor students for fall 2022.

Columbus Future Farmers of America host breakfast

The Columbus High School Concert Band was one of seven band from across the State of Kansas chosen to perform at the Kansas Music Educator’s Association State Program. The Titan Band received the honor by taped audition for their third appearance including 2007 and 2017.

Animal health day, March 1

The veterinarians of Montgomery County, in cooperation with K-State Research and Extension Wildcat District are hosting Animal Health Day on Wednesday, March 1st at the Independence Civic Center, located at 410 North Pennsylvania Avenue, Independence, 67301.

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.

Columbus High School performs ‘Seussical the Musical’

The Labette Community College (LCC) Foundation is accepting scholarship applications from current LCC students, prospective LCC students, and high school seniors for the upcoming 2023-2024 academic year. Students must apply by March 1, 2023, for consideration.

Pancake dinner at Neutral church February 25

A pancake dinner will be held at the Neutral Church Saturday, February 25 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. They will be serving custom ground whole hog sausage, pancakes, biscuits and gravy for a donation. There will be seating inside. Also carry-outs are available.