Welch, Oplotnik named Eagle Scouts

25 Years Ago June 14 - 20, 2001An Eagle Court of Honor was held May 21 at the Columbus Methodist Church for Brian Welch and Jo Oplotnik. Both Scouts had completed all requirements to attain Eagle Rank. Both belong to Troop 74 of Columbus and have since completed fifth grade.

Rubbing eyes too much can cause damage

Keratoconus is one of the most important eye diseases for parents, teachers, coaches, and adults to understand because, if caught early, we now have the ability to help save vision and reduce the chance of future corneal transplantation.

Scripture calls God Creator, Father

From the Pastor’s PenGenesis 1:1; Deuteronomy 32:6; Isaiah 43:1; Psalm 100:3; Acts 17:24-25; Malachi 2:10; Isiah 64:8; Matthew 6:9; Ephesians 4:6; 1 Corinthians 8:6; Romans 8:15; Galatians 4:6; 2 Corinthians 6:18; John 20:17In AD 325, Emperor Constantine called the first ecumenical council mainly...

Wheels of Fun winners announced

25 Years Ago June 8-13, 2001Among the many visitors to the Wheels of Fun Car Club and Sonic Drive In “cruise,” Friday night, was Greg Weber of Columbus.

Marriage between three partners

The Beginning of KnowledgeDepression and darkness had settled upon the young man. He was frustrated. You see, this fellow (call him “Karl”) felt as though his marriage was disintegrating. Once, he had been crazy in love with this young lady, but as time progressed those initial emotions had faded.

Diet, exercise lessens fracture risk

More than 6.8 million Americans will have to contend with a fractured or broken bone this year.

Sharing stories of clients can be hurtful

Stories are at the heart of direct service and clinical work. Whether written in case notes, shared in supervision, included in grant reports, or told at community meetings, stories help others understand the impact of our work. They build emotional connection in ways data alone cannot.

Summer driving students take to road

Extracted from Newspapers at the Genealogy Library25 Years Ago June 8-13, 2001Summer drivers’ education is underway. Students from Columbus Unified High School began May 31 learning the rules of the road before they obtain their licenses and become independent drivers.

Kindness makes everyone’s day brighter

KSU EmeritusThis week is the last of a three-part series on Kindness, it’s value to us health wise and building or expanding on the kindness you already extend to others.How might one build a routine of Kindness? If you create a kindness routine it will be easier to sustain habits of kindness.

Kansas Legislative Hotline

Information about the 2026 Kansas Legislature and legislative session is only an email, online chat or phone call away on the Legislative Hotline for Kansans, 1-800-432-3924.Kansas’ Legislative Hotline is a trustworthy resource for state residents with questions about the Kansas Legislature and is...