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A Conway, Arkansas couple renewed their wedding vows in the shovel of Big Brutus during the recent Big Iron Overland Rally. Chris and Amy Marlar exchanged vows with son Bryer Marlar and daughter Bethany Marlar attending the wedding in addition to the Big Iron crowd and Ryan “Rhino” Lieberman of the Big Iron staff performed the ceremony. Courtesy photo.

A Conway, Arkansas couple renewed their wedding vows in the shovel of Big Brutus during the recent Big Iron Overland Rally. Chris and Amy Marlar exchanged vows with son Bryer Marlar and daughter Bethany Marlar attending the wedding in addition to the Big Iron crowd and Ryan “Rhino” Lieberman of the Big Iron staff performed the ceremony. Courtesy photo.

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A Conway, Arkansas couple renewed their wedding vows

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Thursday, October 16, 2025

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City testing new waste program

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Thursday, October 16, 2025
A new bulk item collection pilot program aiming to provide residents with a convenient, option to dispose of large household items such as furniture, appliances (with Freon removed), and construction debris, has been announced by the City of Columbus.

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County delinquent tax sale set November 20

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Thursday, October 16, 2025
The date for the Cherokee County delinquent property tax sale has been set at noon November 20 in the District Court Room. A list of the properties is published in the second section of today’s edition of the News-Report.

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USD493 Enrollment drops slightly in ‘26

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Thursday, October 16, 2025
Enrollment in the USD 493 dropped slightly compared to last year according to the report Superintendent Dan Grundy gave the board of education on Monday night.The total enrollment, not including pre-school, is 915 with a senior class of 71 and a kindergarten class of 62.

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Casino revenue shows decreases in September

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Thursday, October 16, 2025
The one percent share of the Kansas Crossing Casino revenue for September 2025 was received by the Cherokee County Clerk last week. The amount sent to Cherokee in September 2025 is $30,500.75. This amount was scheduled to be deposited Friday.

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Baxter historical property for sale

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Thursday, October 16, 2025
If you’ve always wanted to own a city hall now is your chance. The city of Baxter Springs has put their antique former city hall and fire station on up for sale.“We are not looking necessarily for the highest bid, but we are seeking what is the best for the community,” said Mayor Kelly Abbott.

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Columbus Public Library Hours

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Thursday, October 16, 2025
Mondays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday 9 a.m-6 p.m. Thursdays 9 a.m.-6 a.m. Fridays 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. Saturdays 10 a.m.-noon.Curbside service will be available upon request.

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Johnston Public Library Hours

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Thursday, October 16, 2025
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.
Members of local law enforcement and their reserve officers and families helped with the annual Back the Badge barbecue Saturday, October 4 in Baxter Springs.

Members of local law enforcement and their reserve officers and families helped with the annual Back the Badge barbecue Saturday, October 4 in Baxter Springs.

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Pumpkins one of oldest domesticated plants

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Tuesday, October 14, 2025
What is round, smooth, slightly bumpy, and most often shades of deep yellow and orange? If you were thinking of Oranges, you’re not wrong. But, in this article, we are referring to pumpkins.
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