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Understanding adverse childhood experiences

Understanding adverse childhood experiences

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Understanding adverse childhood experiences

News Staff
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Since the landmark 1998 study conducted by the CDC and Kaiser Permanente, it has been understood that Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), traumatic events occurring before age 18, have a profound and lasting impact on adult health.

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Johnston Public Library Hours

News Staff
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Mondays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Fridays 9 a.m.-. 5 p.m. Saturdays 9 a.m. - Noon  210 W. 10th, Baxter Springs.
USD 493 staff members retire

USD 493 staff members retire

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USD 493 staff members retire

Ella Buzzard
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Extracted from Newspapers at the Genealogy Library25 Years Ago May 17-23, 2001Columbus USD 493 saw the retirement of eleven personnel this year.
The farmers, ranchers prayer

The farmers, ranchers prayer

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The farmers, ranchers prayer

Lois Carlson Ksu Emeritus
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
It always amazes me what I find when going through papers my mother saved over the years. She was a very organized school teacher and valued so many special things whether they were objects or the written word.
How about dyeing straw hats for a wholesome and instructive mother-and-daughter activity? According to vintage advertisements like this, it used to be. Photo Credit: Morphy Auctions (c) 2026 by Cowles Syndicate Inc.

How about dyeing straw hats for a wholesome and instructive mother-and-daughter activity? According to vintage advertisements like this, it used to be. Photo Credit: Morphy Auctions (c) 2026 by Cowles Syndicate Inc.

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Images of mothers popular in collectibles

Terry Kovel
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a look at mothers in collectibles. Decorative arts are filled with images of mothers in domestic scenes, attending to household responsibilities, or enjoying time with their children.
Class of 1929 to hold 72 year reunion

Class of 1929 to hold 72 year reunion

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Class of 1929 to hold 72 year reunion

News Staff
Friday, May 15, 2026
25 Years Ago May 10 - 16, 2001The Cherokee County Community High School class of 1929 will observe its 72nd reunion on Saturday, June 2, at the Masonic Hall, 633 Garfield, in Columbus.
Public health professionals unsung heroes

Public health professionals unsung heroes

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Public health professionals unsung heroes

Dr. Jill Kruse, Do
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Health care is often thought of as something that happens one patient at a time in a clinic or hospital. Public health takes a broader view and is focused on improving the health of entire populations.In 1854, a London physician helped stop a deadly cholera outbreak by removing a simple pump handle.
Baccalaureate services scheduled

Baccalaureate services scheduled

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Baccalaureate services scheduled

News Staff
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
25 Years Ago May 10 - 16, 2001Baccalaureate services for all spring graduates will be at the Columbus Unified High School auditorium on Sunday, May 13, 2001, at 7 p.m. Columbus area churches are sponsoring the event. CUHS instructor Tom Fouts will recognize the high school senior class of 2001.
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