FCC’s Fathers day recognition

First Christian Church Disciples of Christ 128 West Elm Columbus, Kansas Celebrating 150 years of service On Father’s Day, 1971, the First Christian Church recognized fathers and men in the church for their service.

Howat found guilty on misdemeanor charge

25 Years Ago June 27 - July 3, 1996 Kayla Roark and Gabrielle Moss were helping sell fireworks at one of the stands in Columbus.

Reflecting on courage of Founding Fathers

As we celebrate Independence Day with family and friends, I hope we can take a few moments to reflect on the incredible courage and foresight of our Founding Fathers and express appreciation for all the brave men and women who have fought throughout the generations to protect our Republic.

Generations pass down work ethics

“Hats off to Matt Case” Chair of the Chamber of Commerce Agricultural Committee and committee members of the “Feed the Farmers” outreach. How wonderful to honor their back-breaking labor, long hours, and “hands that harvest the crops.” Our farm families put food on our tables and in our pantries.

History of the fruit canning jar

Now that we are in canning season I thought you might enjoy a bit of history about this common canning container. The “fruit jar era” began in eastern United States around 1812 with the publication of a book in New York, on canning, written by N.F. Appert of France.

Sheriff raids two homes for illegal booze

25 Years Ago June 27 - July 3, 1996 Kayla Roark and Gabrielle Moss were helping sell fireworks at one of the stands in Columbus.

Legislation hot line

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

Old man Grimely ain’t dead yet

Old Man Grimely wants to say, “I ain’t dead.” Last week’s news mighta suggested that he’d gone on to his reward. He is very much alive, and just refilled his prescriptions, since his wedding anniversary is on July fourth.

Health care access for rural americans

For most of us, seeing the doctor means making a trip to the local clinic to see our primary care physician in person, but an increasing number of patients are seeing their doctor remotely by telehealth, using twoway video telecommunication technology.

Trial of UMW President underway

25 Years Ago June 27 - July 3, 1996 The Cherokee County Community High School class of 1929 observed its 67 th class reunion at the Masonic Hall. Velma Cornell Tracy, of Carl Junction, served as mistress of ceremonies with Tom Goettel as guest speaker.