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The trash receptacle in the new West Mineral Park is a replica of Big Brutus. The project was funded from a TAPS Grant from the Kansas Department of Commerce.

The trash receptacle in the new West Mineral Park is a replica of Big Brutus. The project was funded from a TAPS Grant from the Kansas Department of Commerce.

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CCC students build Brutus trash bin

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Friday, December 5, 2025
“Sometimes, the best part of my job is seeing communities work together for the betterment of our county,” said County Health Department Director Peyton Kessler.
Tom Audley

Tom Audley

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Former Baxter coach to Hall of Fame

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Friday, December 5, 2025
Former Baxter Springs football coach Tom Audley will be inducted into the Kansas Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame.The induction ceremony will take place Sunday, December 7 during the Hall of Fame banquet in the Kansas Star Casino in Mulvane.

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C of C director resigns post

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Friday, December 5, 2025
The newly hired Columbus Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Monica Delmont has resigned her position effective November 30.“Please rest assured that the Chamber will continue to operate without interruption.

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CALENDAR

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Friday, December 5, 2025
Friday, December 5•Cookie Walk at First Christian Church 7 a.m.- til sold out.•Spaghetti fundraiser for Eva Maxton at the 4H Building. Dine in, Carry out, delivery. Call ahead 620-674-1612. Spaghetti with meatballs, green beans, bread, dessert, water. 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
The courthouse Christmas Tree lights were turned on Wednesday evening just before the parade. It was donated this year by Betty White and lights were installed by Cody Burton. According to Betty the tree was planted in the early 1960’s by her two sons Michael and John Edd and their father John L. White. It eventually blocked the view of the entrance of their drive. For her having the Lions use it is an honor and memory of her sons. News Report photo by Shawn Churchill.

The courthouse Christmas Tree lights were turned on Wednesday evening just before the parade. It was donated this year by Betty White and lights were installed by Cody Burton. According to Betty the tree was planted in the early 1960’s by her two sons Michael and John Edd and their father John L. White. It eventually blocked the view of the entrance of their drive. For her having the Lions use it is an honor and memory of her sons. News Report photo by Shawn Churchill.

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Christmas Tree lights

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Friday, December 5, 2025

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Foundation raises $145,992 locally

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Friday, December 5, 2025
Columbus donors stepped up in a big way, with over 100 contributors giving $145,992, to the Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas (CFSEK). Columbus joined Fort Scott, and Girard in achieving record-breaking results during Match Week 2025.

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Badge Tree program will help needy kids

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Friday, December 5, 2025
A Columbus tradition is returning as the Columbus Police Department is re-establishing the Angel Tree.Hoping once again to bring Christmas to some needy youngsters they are adding a law enforcement twist with a new name, calling it the Badge Tree.

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Blood drive on Monday

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Friday, December 5, 2025
The sole supplier of blood, platelets, and plasma to patients at more than 40 hospitals, Community Blood Center of the Ozarks, encourages community members to wrap up the year by saving lives.

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Community Christmas service set

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Friday, December 5, 2025
Columbus Area Churches Community Christmas Service will be held Sunday, December 14 at 6 p.m. in the First Christian Church, at 120 Elm Street.The First Christian Church Bell Choir will be performing.
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