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These paperweight inkwells demonstrate the unique glassmaking styles of Millville, New Jersey, and showcase the skill and creativity of their glassworkers. Photo Credit: Alderfer Auction Company

These paperweight inkwells demonstrate the unique glassmaking styles of Millville, New Jersey, and showcase the skill and creativity of their glassworkers. Photo Credit: Alderfer Auction Company

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Paperweight inkwells show unique glass style

Terry Kovel
Monday, February 10, 2025
What cities come to mind when you think of glassmaking? Venice, Italy? Waterford, Ireland? Sandwich, Massachusetts? How about Millville, New Jersey? Millville had a thriving glass industry by the 1860s.

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Cherokee County Court Docket

News Staff
Monday, February 10, 2025
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.

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CALENDAR

News Staff
Monday, February 10, 2025
Tuesday, February 11•Bunco activities at the Cherokee County Hospitality Center 516 N. Kansas 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Everyone welcome.•Recovery through Christ Fellowship 7 p.m. Fellowship Baptist Church in Baxter Springs.•Baxter Springs City Council Meeting 6 p.m. in the Baxter Springs City Hall Building.

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Democrat dinner set Thursday

News Staff
Monday, February 10, 2025
The Cherokee County Democrat Central Committee will hold the first meeting of the year with much to share and celebrate Thursday, February 13 in the Extension office in Columbus.A chicken dinner will be served if reservations are made by calling (620)762-3171.Dinner will be held at 6:30 p.m.

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Casino revenue

News Staff
Monday, February 10, 2025
Kansas Crossing Casino reported their January revenue as $3,057,809. The revenue is down $500,000 from December 2024. However, the revenue increased over January 2024 when the income was $2,882,317. The amount to Cherokee County from Kansas Crossing Casino, for January 2025 is $30,578.09.
Glittering Stones 4-H Club member Amory Neely presented a interpretive dancing performance at the competitions on Saturday morning. She received a blue ribbon for her efforts and will be performing at the district competition in Chanute.

Glittering Stones 4-H Club member Amory Neely presented a interpretive dancing performance at the competitions on Saturday morning. She received a blue ribbon for her efforts and will be performing at the district competition in Chanute.

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Glittering Stones 4-H Club member Amory Neely

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Monday, February 10, 2025
Glittering Stones 4-H Club member Brooks Walker read a passage by an unknown author giving the feelings of an athlete known as “Leave it on the Field.” He received a blue ribbon and will present the reading at the district competition.

Glittering Stones 4-H Club member Brooks Walker read a passage by an unknown author giving the feelings of an athlete known as “Leave it on the Field.” He received a blue ribbon and will present the reading at the district competition.

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Glittering Stones 4-H Club member Brooks Walker

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Monday, February 10, 2025
Glittering Stones 4-H Club member Ashley Benge gave an informative talk on acrylic painting including the results with on certain mediums. She received a blue ribbon and will be competing at district.

Glittering Stones 4-H Club member Ashley Benge gave an informative talk on acrylic painting including the results with on certain mediums. She received a blue ribbon and will be competing at district.

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Glittering Stones 4-H Club member Ashley Benge

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Monday, February 10, 2025
Clayton Lester

Clayton Lester

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Meet, greet new county ag agent

Clayton Lester
Monday, February 10, 2025
To celebrate the addition of Clayton Lester as the new Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent in the Columbus Extension office, a meet and greet event is being held Thursday, February 20, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.The community is invited to meet the new agent at the Columbus Extension office.
Ron Thomas

Ron Thomas

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Columbus businessman Thomas dies at his home

Ron Thomas
Monday, February 10, 2025
Longtime Columbus businessman and Chris Award nominee Ron Thomas died late last week at his home in Columbus. He operated the Pump and Pitcher Bed and Breakfast for the past few years.A former jet airplane mechanic he had traveled around the country working for airlines. He was a member of the U.
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