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.

Years Ago

Extracted from Newspapers at the Genealogy Library25 Years Ago February 9 - 15, 2000The 1999-2000 Columbus Boys Basketball League came to a close.

Turn away from mistakes, do better

One might say that it seems only natural; maybe even instinctive. Whenever plans go wrong, where failure occurs, or if an attempt fizzles, blame in great quantity arises.

Draw close to Him when fear overcomes

Study Texts: Luke 5:1-11On the day Peter was called to accompany Jesus in His mission to “catch” people for the Kingdom of God, Peter faced a terrible predicament. With the miraculous catch of fish provided for him and his partners, Peter was able to recognize in Jesus the very power of God.

New team leader for CLASS LTD

25 Years Ago February 9 - 15, 2000Sara Angel, of Columbus, was promoted to the position of team leader for CLASS LTD in Cherokee County.Cherokee County Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers John and Kenna Hutto and Scott and Stacey Cossairt were among the young leaders at the 2000 Kansas Farm...

Testosterone replacement can have risks

A few (or more) years ago, Popeye the Sailor Man was an inspirational cartoon character.

Washington’s family influenced his future

For many of us, February is a bright spot after the let-down of the extra busy holidays and often very cold weather of January.

New feature to highlight Kansas gardeners

Garden Talk Garden SpotlightIn 2024 we began a new feature called the “Garden Spotlight”. We highlighted multiple Kansas gardeners sharing their creative strategies for successful gardening as well as what led them to become a gardener.

Seek His kingdom before all else

Read Matthew 6:25-34 In 2025, many young people, mostly males in their twenties, are embracing the Catholic and Eastern Orthodox faiths, creating an inspiring wave of conversions. This reflects a desire for unity often missing in Protestant denominations.

Years Ago

Extracted from Newspapers at the Genealogy Library25 Years Ago February 2 - 8, 2000Local students who were named to the Dean’s List at Missouri Southern State College for the fall semester include: Alyson Randall, senior, psychology; and Jessica L. Turner, freshman, respiratory therapy, both of...