Walking in the light with Christ

One of the more common physical activities in which a person routinely engages is the simple function of walking. Putting one foot in front of the other is as much a reflex as it is a conscious decision. One does not spend a lot of time or energy contemplating being a pedestrian.

Disciples Women Fellowship work continues

The Disciples Women’s Fellowship is still working to make money to support these programs. Some still the same way with bazaars and bake sales, chili feeds. Maybe less fellowship because women are busy managing wearing many hats at once! Recently a new project!

Plant based diet, exercise for younger real age

Q: I try to do what you two recommend for diet and physical activity, but at age 63 I feel like I’m getting old too fast. What am I missing? A: Great question.

Union official receives ‘Black Hand’ letter

25 Years Ago November 7 - 13, 1996 Central Junior High girls basketball teams opened with a pair of wins in a pre-season tournament at Riverton. The Wildcat eighth grade team was a 30-19 winner over Baxter Springs while the seventh graders took a 33-18 win over Riverton.

Legislature hotline

Up-to-the-minute information on the 2020 Kansas Legislature is only a phone call or chat away.

Talking to strangers can be interesting

I am sharing this story because of the news items about the terrible tragedy that occurred on a movie set a few weeks ago. It brought to mind this event in my life. If you aren’t afraid to speak to and possibly start a conversation with a complete stranger, you never know where it will lead to.

A heart healthy pregnancy is for both of you

When Serena Williams was pregnant in 2017, she won the Australian Open, and you can bet her heart was filled with joy -- and healthy.

Johnston Public Library Hours

Mondays 9 p.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursdays 9 a.m.-5 a.m. Fridays 9 a.m.-. 5 p.m. Saturdays 9 a.m. - Noon-Masks are encouraged, but not required. 210 W. 10th, Baxter Springs.

Columbus Public Library Hours

The Columbus Public Library will be open to the public, with a five person limit. Mondays 9 p.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Thursdays 8 a.m.-11 a.m. Wednesdays 10 a.m.-2 p.m. By appointment only. Thursdays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Fridays 9 a.m.-noon. Saturdays 10 a.m.-noon.

Doctor tells statistics for reportable diseases

25 Years Ago November 7 - 13, 1996 Dale Lee and Virginia Marie Fee Jones, of rural Columbus, were honored with a dinner given by their children for their 50 th wedding anniversary.