Columbus man sentenced to six years in sex crime case

A sentence of more than six years was handed down to a Columbus man for sex crime charges.Jacob Major, 23, was sentenced to prison Wednesday morning on charges of aggravated internet trading in child pornography, sexual exploitation of a child, and indecent solicitation of a child.

Real Estate transfers

David M. Groves, Baxter Springs, conveyed a deed to the property located at 1001 Wood Street, Galena, to Ashley Rae Qualls Groves, Galena. The deed was recorded February 21, 2025.

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.

Neutral Church pancake dinner planned Saturday

Mark your calendars to attend the annual Neutral Church Pancake Dinner.Saturday, March 1 from 4 p.m.-7 p.m. you can enjoy custom ground whole hog sausage, pancakes, biscuits and gravy for the cost of a donation.Indoor seating and carryouts will be available. All proceeds will benefit local missions.

Cherokee County Jail Report

Dacoda Johnathan Lee Johnson, 32, was arrested Sunday by Galena Police officers on charges of fleeing or eluding a Law Enforcement officer, possession of stolen property, use or possess drug paraphernalia for use in the human body and interference with law enforcement; obstruct or resist and is...

Area Accident reports

A one vehicle accident occurred February 13 at approximately 12:50 p.m. A 2007 Chevrolet Silverado driven by Tony Busby, was traveling east on Country Road when it reached a snow packed and icy section of the roadway.

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.

Agriculture varies across the nation

Not too long ago I had the privilege of representing Kansas Farm Bureau at the American Farm Bureau Federation Convention in San Antonio. For any of you who have never attended an annual meeting, it would be my hope that someday you might get that opportunity.

Columbus City Council minutes

AttendanceThe City Council of Columbus, Kansas met January 21, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. presided over by Mayor Grant Spieth. Council members present: Steve Dunlap, Laura Epler, Misty Spear, Tom Pryor, Kathy Doherty.Council members absent: None.

Church windows spark interest in recent book

Love toThis past fall in Columbus, curious people watched the action at the corner of Pennsylvania and Elm Streets as the stained glass windows were removed from the First Christian Church.It seems that stained glass window restorers are very scarce, but finally a company was hired.