Columbus Public Library Hours

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.

CPD receives 2022 Dodge from KHP

The purchase of a 2022 Dodge Durango from the Kansas Highway Patrol for use by the police department was approved by the Columbus City Council Monday night.The city has been involved in the program for the last few years according to Police Chief Kyle Clark.

Baxter couple struck during police pursuit

A police pursuit in Crawford County ended when the suspect failed to negotiate a turn and struck two vehicles stopped for a light.At approximately 6:55 p.m. Wednesday Crawford County Deputies were in pursuit of a 2007 Buick Lucerne driven by Jeramie D. Lewis, 37, Joplin, Mo.

CALENDAR

Friday, February 28•Clean and Serene Narcotics Anonymous meeting Galena Community Room 6 p.m.Saturday, March 1•Baxter Springs American Legion Breakfast 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Manslaughter charges made in 2024 accident

Charges including involuntary manslaughter while driving under the influence of alcohol have been filed against Vivian E. Hubbard who was a driver in an October 11, 2024 accident that resulted in the death of a Columbus man.A passenger in her vehicle, 47-year-old Joshua W.

Bankers award presented at dinner

Recognizing the importance of soil and water conservation to the agriculture industry the Kansas Bankers Association presents awards of recognition.The 2024 Conservation Award was presented by Jim Gaither, Key Banker, to Trey Brake.

Musing Under the Clock Tower

Volcanos erupting in Hawaii and Alaska no wonder Canada doesn’t want statehood.