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“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made.” John 1:1-3 NIV

“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made.” John 1:1-3 NIV

Before there were words

The Gospel of John begins with this metaphysical equation of God with “the Word,” who it becomes clear shortly thereafter, is Jesus.
Living in love

Living in love

Living in love

If you truly desire to live a good and holy life you must “live in love,” as the apostle Paul directs us in the fifth chapter of Ephesians.

Happy Birthday

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After the new officials were sworn in January 13, a special retirement ceremony was held for Barbara Bilke who retired from her post as Register of Deeds.

After the new officials were sworn in January 13, a special retirement ceremony was held for Barbara Bilke who retired from her post as Register of Deeds.

Andrews named to Dean’s List at MidAm Nazarene

MidAmerica Nazarene University has announced the Fall 2024 Honor Roll.Makenna Andrews from Columbus has been named to the Dean’s List.All students in traditional undergraduate programs carrying 12 semester hours or more with a term Grade Point Average from 3.2 to 4.
Dream Grant winner Park Counselor, Alison Wilkins, with her Hygiene Heroes application. Park School will be getting tools to help assist students with bathroom hygiene, laundry, and personal hygiene. Wilkins said, “having our students feel clean and confident will help them feel more ready to be a good student and a good friend.” Courtesy photo.

Dream Grant winner Park Counselor, Alison Wilkins, with her Hygiene Heroes application. Park School will be getting tools to help assist students with bathroom hygiene, laundry, and personal hygiene. Wilkins said, “having our students feel clean and confident will help them feel more ready to be a good student and a good friend.” Courtesy photo.

Snow, is it dangerous or enjoyable?

All across the state, Kansans have been enjoying or perhaps dealing with the snow for more than a week. I have heard countless people remark that there’s been more snow than we have had in years. It definitely feels like the longest snow streak we have had in the 12 years I have lived in Kansas.
Grant will provide free hygiene kits to women

Grant will provide free hygiene kits to women

Grant will provide free hygiene kits to women

Notes from the County Health DirectorThe Cherokee County Health Department has received a grant to provide 160 individuals with menstrual cup kits that offer an alternative to traditional menstrual hygiene products, such as tampons or sanitary menstrual pads.
“Whoever conceals their sins does not prosper, but the one who confesses and renounces them finds mercy.” Proverbs 28:13 NIV

“Whoever conceals their sins does not prosper, but the one who confesses and renounces them finds mercy.” Proverbs 28:13 NIV

Making amends

It is important to make amends for the wrongs we have committed, humbly and sincerely apologizing to those we have hurt and trying to redress the wrongs.

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The King family built this giant snowman

The King family built this giant snowman

The King family built this giant snowman

The King family built this giant snowman Friday for their neighbor Bill to see. The King family includes Ross, Katherine, Samuel, Elisabeth, Jael, Jesse and Charla. Courtesy photo.

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