Italian blood not necessary to read recent Trigiani title

Love toA woman doesn’t need a drop of Italian blood flowing through her veins to enjoy reading Adriana Trigiani’s latest work, “The View From Lake Como”, but if that blood connection exists, I predict the book will be enjoyed immensely by its user…Italian or not.

Riverton High Class of 1961 reunion planned

Members of the Riverton High School Class of 1961 will be having a reunion Thursday, October 9.Those in the classes of 1960 and 1962 are also invited to join the group.They will meet at Golden Corral in Joplin, Mo. at 2:45 p.m.For more information contact Evelyn Garner 620-674-1147.

Labette County Jail Report

Tanner Wayne Pursley, 41, was arrested Wednesday by Oswego Police officers on charges of possession of stimulants and use or possess drug paraphernalia for use in the human body and is being held without bail.

Cherokee County commissioners’ minutes

ConveneChair Myra Carlisle Frazier called the regular session of the Cherokee County Board of Commissioners (the Board), to order at 9:00 AM on Monday, September 8, 2025, in the Commission Room, #109 of the Cherokee County Courthouse located at 110 W Maple St., Columbus, Kansas.

Cherokee County Jail Report

Alfred Joseph Creollo, 62, was arrested Thursday by Cherokee County Sheriff’s Deputies on charges of failure to appear, driving while suspended and vehicle liability insurance required and is being held without bail.

Attitudes for best possible experience

Earlier this month, I traveled to South Africa with the American Farm Bureau’s Partners in Advocacy Leadership program. Our group has been exploring labor challenges in agriculture, and South Africa offered valuable perspective.

Columbus School Menu

Columbus Unified Schools USD 493, breakfast and lunch menus for September 29 through October 3 Prices: Breakfast $2.10; Grades (K-six) lunch $3; Grades (seven -12) $3.20 Breakfast is served with choice of 100 percent juice and choice of milk.

Cherokee County Court Docket

This is the schedule of the District Court Room with Judge Maradeth Frederick presiding. All of the hearings, conferences, arraignments, dismissals, appearances and trials are open to the public. They are also subject to change or cancellation without notice.

Importance of reviewing Medicare Part D

Valori Stone Family and Community Wellness Agent, Wildcat Extension DistrictMedicare Part D is a vital program that helps millions of older adults and people with disabilities afford prescription medications.

Southeast School District 247 Menu

Southeast School District USD 247, breakfast and lunch menus for Monday, September 29 through October 3. Items served daily: Cereal and cheese stick or yogurt, grades five-12, peanut butter and jelly, grades nine-12.