Approximately 158 first and second graders at Park Elementary School

Approximately 158 first and second graders at Park Elementary School participated in a walk-a-thon to raise money for St. Jude.

Baxter Springs Fire Auxiliary

Pond management workshop

Adaven Rohling Diversified Agriculture and Natural Resource Agent, Wildcat Extension DistrictThe Wildcat Extension District will be hosting a Pond Management Workshop with guest speaker Dr. Joe Gerken, KState Fisheries and Aquatic Extension Specialist, Tuesday, May 13, starting at 6:30 p.m.

Columbus City Council minutes

The City Council of Columbus, Kansas met March 17, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. presided over by Mayor Grant Spieth. Council members present: Steve Dunlap, Kathy Doherty, Laura Epler, Tom Pryor, and Misty Spear.Council members absent: None.Fr. Jeremy Huser from St.

Cherokee County Jail Report

Patricia Leanne Powell, 37, was arrested Wednesday by Cherokee County Sheriff’s Deputies on two counts of aggravated intimidation of a witness or victim; under 18 years of age and aggravated endangering a child; reckless under age 18 and is being held without 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.

Labette County Jail Report

Lucas Todd Freeman, 32, was arrested Thursday by Chetopa Police officers on charges of driving while suspended and vehicle liability insurance required and was released on $900 bail.

‘Plant to plate’ camp set for area youth

Katherine Pinto Nutrition, Food Safety and Health Agent, Wildcat Extension DistrictNew “Plant to Plate” Camp teaches kids how to plant and cook their own food.

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Tuesday, April 15•Baxter Springs American Legion Post 206 meets at 6:30 p.m. in the Post Home at 13th and Military Avenue.•Mercy Auxiliary Volunteers meeting 9 a.m. at St. Rose Parish Hall.•Bunco activities at the Cherokee County Hospitality Center 516 N. Kansas 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Everyone welcome.