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Heathy Habits program set to begin April 6

Heathy Habits program set to begin April 6

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Heathy Habits program set to begin April 6

News Staff
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
Anew program intended to encourage physical activity and healthy eating among Columbus children will be offered beginning April 6 at the county extension office, 124 W Country Road, in Columbus and nearby locations.

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Spaghetti fundraiser at FUMC

News Staff
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
A spaghetti dinner fundraiser is planned by the First United Methodist Church. For a suggested donation of $8, diners will receive spaghetti, salad, dessert and a drink. The dinner will be held Wednesday, April 12 from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the church located at 320 W. Maple.
Local youth earn awards in Welch Round-Up Club

Local youth earn awards in Welch Round-Up Club

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Local youth earn awards in Welch Round-Up Club

News Staff
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
Welch Round-Up Club features several local horse enthusiasts. Several of those youngsters brought home awards for the 2022 season. Competition was fierce since the group has a large number of accomplished riders from around the area.
Baxter Springs P.E.O. Chapter BT celebrates 100 years

Baxter Springs P.E.O. Chapter BT celebrates 100 years

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Baxter Springs P.E.O. Chapter BT celebrates 100 years

News Staff
Friday, March 31, 2023
P.E.O. Chapter BT of Baxter Springs is 100 years old. Members celebrated the occasion with an anniversary dinner on March 20 in the Fellowship Hall of the United Methodist Church. The P.E.O. Kansas State President, Linda Kekina and the P.E.O.

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RSVP required for Scottish Rite meeting

News Staff
Friday, March 31, 2023
All members of the Valley of Southeast Kansas Lodge of Perfection are ask to attend the Stated Dinner and Meeting Thursday, April 6, at the Armstrong Masonic Lodge, 3105 North Joplin Street, Pittsburg. Social Hour begins at 5:30 p.m., Dinner will be at 6:30 p.m.
Harold Shideler received his 65 year membership pin and certificate in the AF&AM lodge Tuesday, March 21. Tom Circle, Secretary of Parsons AF&AM #117, presented these to Shideler at his home. There were 15 family members present for the occasion. Shideler became a member of the McCune AF&AM # 232 in 1958. He transferred to Parsons when McCune closed. He filled different chairs and was Past Master twice. He remains a loyal supporter at age 94. Courtesy photo.

Harold Shideler received his 65 year membership pin and certificate in the AF&AM lodge Tuesday, March 21. Tom Circle, Secretary of Parsons AF&AM #117, presented these to Shideler at his home. There were 15 family members present for the occasion. Shideler became a member of the McCune AF&AM # 232 in 1958. He transferred to Parsons when McCune closed. He filled different chairs and was Past Master twice. He remains a loyal supporter at age 94. Courtesy photo.

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Harold Shideler received his 65 year membership pin and certificate in the AF&AM

News Staff
Friday, March 31, 2023
Harold Shideler received his 65 year membership pin and certificate in the AF&AM lodge Tuesday, March 21. Tom Circle, Secretary of Parsons AF&AM #117, presented these to Shideler at his home. There were 15 family members present for the occasion.
A special surprise was in store for Presley Tedlock Wednesday

A special surprise was in store for Presley Tedlock Wednesday

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A special surprise was in store for Presley Tedlock Wednesday

News Staff
Friday, March 31, 2023
A special surprise was in store for Presley Tedlock Wednesday. Pittsburg State University Director of Admission, Scott Donaldson and Gus the Gorilla traveled to Columbus High School to present her with a full-tuition scholarship.

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Mercy Auxiliary taco fundraiser planned

News Staff
Tuesday, March 28, 2023
A Cinco De Mayo Drive-by Fundraiser is planned by the Mercy Columbus Auxiliary May 5. Members decided to have two soft chicken tacos, sour cream packet, sauce, sopaipillas dessert, bottled water, and a nonalcoholic Margarita packet. Columbus Mercy Auxiliary met, Tuesday, March 21 at St.
Cherokee County Farm Bureau President

Cherokee County Farm Bureau President

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Cherokee County Farm Bureau President

News Staff
Tuesday, March 28, 2023
Cherokee County Farm Bureau President, Jay Evans presented Ethel Jordan of Riverton First Baptist Church food pantry with a check. Farm Bureau recently sponsored a fundraiser with all funds donated to area food pantries.
Come, go reception for Huffman’s set

Come, go reception for Huffman’s set

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Come, go reception for Huffman’s set

News Staff
Tuesday, March 28, 2023
Melvin and Prudy (Rion) Huffman will be honored with a 70th Anniversary come and go reception Sunday, April 2. The couple married in Galena in 1953. Family and friends are invited to stop by the Community Room at Galena City Hall, 211 West 7th St., 2 p.m.-4 p.m.
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