Not everything is by accident

Some might say that everything that happens is strictly by chance; it is all a matter of fate. While there is evidence that many of the things in this world do occur randomly, there are certain matters that are rock-solid and always have been Ȯne thing is definite: God exists.

Cornerstone represents starting place

First Christian Church Disciples of Christ 128 West Elm Columbus, Kansas Celebrating 150 years of service A Cornerstone represents a nominal starting place in the construction of a monumental building, usually carved with the date and laid with appropriate ceremonies.

Baby found; Unknown parents sought

25 Years Ago September 5 - 11, 1996 Columbus beat Carl Junction 21-20 in a nonconference football game on the Bulldogs home field. Jim Gaither, Columbus quarterback, led the Titan come from behind effort with three one-yard touchdown runs.

Reasons to write your own obituary

We have been living in what some might characterize as a “Topsy-Turvey World” the last year and half and from all indications we see and hear, that might not change so much any time soon.

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Ways to raise HDL cholesterol level

When two-time Grammy winner Anderson .Paak sang “Make It Better” -- “I just wanna make you feel good now/Do you want to make it better?” -- he was hoping to improve a deteriorating relationship and mend a breaking heart.

Schools let out early for circus parade

25 Years Ago September 5 - 11, 1996 A young Columbus High School girls golf team opened its quest for a third straight state title with a win at the Oswego Invitational. Shannon Rhinehart, a sophomore, led the Titan team and was the meet medalist with a 9-hole score of 44.

Kidneys don’t get no respect

The kidneys may be called the Rodney Dangerfield of the body, as they often “don’t get no respect.” The National Kidney Foundation estimates that one in three adult Americans are at risk for kidney disease, yet these organs are mostly ignored unless they develop stones or stop working.

Best float was the midwives’ salute to labor

Hope you had a great Labor Day. After a hollerday it’s a tough go for some folks here in town. By now, those citizens are starting to get their eyesight back and find their way home. Preacher will be sermonizing about this next Sunday.

Letter to the Editor Policy

Letters to the editor are welcome; the only requirement is they be signed by the writer. Names of writers can be withheld for valid reasons. Political endorsements will not be printed two weeks before an election.