Flowers should be smelled as well as seen

Fragrant Spring Flowering ShrubsSpring brings many things to the Kansas landscape, including flushes of new, green growth and a wide variety of colorful flowers. What is often overlooked in landscape designs, however, is the smell of spring.

Local FCE groups earn state awards

25 Years Ago May 3-9, 2001The annual Family and Community Education Spring Tea was held April 24 in the Extension Office meeting room in Columbus. Joyce Parsons recognized all of the units for their volunteer work.Gold seals were handed out to units for meeting State FCE standards.

Hormones in menopause influence hunger

Menopause, hormones and hungerWomen typically gain weight during perimenopause and post menopause. And around 43 percent of women ages 40 to 59 in this country are obese; millions more are overweight.

Take care when moving plants into garden

Tips For Transplanting Plants Outside into the GardenSelect plants that have a dense root system, with many white, fibrous roots. Look for plants with dark green leaves that are free of leaf spots or scorch. Plants should be dense, and well branched, not tall and spindly.

Holding signs basketball letter of intent

25 Years Ago April 26 - May 2, 2001A Columbus Unified High School student-athlete has signed a letter of intent to play basketball at Newman University in Wichita.

Anesthesia has come a long way

Anesthesiology is the branch of medicine committed to pain relief and patient care before, during, and after surgery and other procedures.

First ladies have interesting stories

In this year of the 250th anniversary of our country, we have already been hearing quite a bit about our forefathers and those responsible for our Declaration of Independence.However, so far, I haven’t heard much about the wives of these courageous men.

Much to do as growing season begins

Video of the WeekPerennial plants grow for many years, and over time they can spread and outgrow their space.

City improvement projects underway

25 Years Ago April 26 - May 2, 2001A telephone cable expansion project is currently underway in the north part of Columbus to provide more capacity. “Road Closed” signs are posted on West Country Road between Minnesota and Florida Streets.

Johnston Public Library Hours

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.