Easter brings fond childhood memories

As I write this week’s column it is more than chilly outside with a pretty good cold north wind. However, the spring flowers don’t seem to mind. I have been enjoying the few jonquils I have in my yard as well as those scattered around town.

Caring for asparagus, managing lawns

Asparagus is a perennial vegetable harvested in the spring. Begin with healthy, disease resistant crowns and plant from mid-March through mid-April. Crowns should be spaced 18 to 24 inches apart with the crown buds seven to eight inches below the soil surface.

Jesus entered Jerusalem in humility

Do you remember the excitement of watching wrestling entrances? I recall my high school days, eagerly awaiting the moment when Sting, The Rock, or Stone-Cold Steve Austin would make their dramatic entrance.

Piano students receive top ratings

Extracted from Newspapers at the Genealogy Library25 Years Ago March 17 - 23, 1999Thirteen pianists from the studio of Donna Harrington of Columbus competed in the Mid-American Piano Festival at Pittsburg State University.

We must be obedient to truth

It is really quite simple. God requires obedience. One might even say that He demands conformity to His laws (Deuteronomy 27:10).

Kansas Legislative hotline

Information about the 2023 Kansas Legislature is only a phone call or chat away, the State Library of Kansas reminds residents. The toll-free number for the Legislative Hotline is 1-800-432-3924.

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.

Be kind to yourself for good mental health

During our most recent family movie night, we watched one of my favorites: Encanto. At one point in the movie, a character who has been gifted supernatural strength confesses that she fears she will crumble under the weight of all that is expected from her.

Remembering simpler days of old

Sometimes I wonder why things have to be so complicated. Like many of you, we remember when life was so much simpler and life was good.

Planting potatoes, fruit trees

Mid-March to April is planting time for spring potatoes. Begin with diseasefree tubers from a reputable source.