Wichita State dean’s honor roll released

Wichita State University has announced the names of more than 3,650 students who were on the WSU Dean’s Honor Roll for spring 2026.Columbus students named to the list include Jana P. Allison, Jennifer L. Davis, Lily J. Mooney and Brandon E. Stice.Jenna M. Lawson from Baxter Springs and Heidi L.

Novel based on author’s family history

Love to Read“Happiness, I’d learned, was like a dragonfly hovering over a field: long winged, iridescent, quick to shift directions. You had to keep your eyes open, to watch for it.”These words were taken from Christina Baker Kline’s new release titled “The Foursome”.

Chapter V hears about convention

A presentation about the 2026 PEO Convention June 5-7 was on the program at the regular business meeting of Chapter V June 18.Toni Speith and Lisa Howard informed the group about their experiences at the convention.Jane Rhinehart furnished the raffle prize and Jane Ann Turner won the gift card.

Month of July means time for county fairs

As we enter July, that can only mean one thing. Well, it actually could mean many things, but in this case, it means county fair season is about to begin. All across the land families are preparing for county fairs.

Bullard earns degree from Washburn

Washburn University has announced the students in its spring 2026 graduating class. These students completed their courses for certificates, associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate degrees Kennedy Bullard from Columbus graduated with a certificate or degree in Forensic Investigation.

Labette County Jail Report

Jackie Lou Wimp, 55, was arrested Saturday by Oswego Police officers on charges of possession of controlled substance and possession of paraphernalia and was released.

Cherokee County Jail Report

Steven Ray Carnahan, 38, was arrested Sunday by Baxter Springs Police officers on charges of domestic battery; physical contact in rude manner and is being held in lieu of $2,595 bail.

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.