SEKCAP offers rental assistance

Applications for the Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) program will begin Thursday, June 25 by the Southeast Kansas Community Action Program (SEK-CAP).

Waterline

A crack in an aged copper waterline outside of the county extension office had Columbus Public Works crews busy Tuesday afternoon. The crews replaced the line with modern PEX piping that is better able to handle changes in temperature and is corrosion proof.

Cherokee County Jail Report

River Dale Riddle, 21, was arrested Thursday by Cherokee County Sheriff’s Deputies on charges of traffic contraband in correctional or care facility and is being held in lieu of $10,000 bail.

Labette County Jail Report

Aaron Lee Clark 25, was arrested Wednesday by Chetopa Police officers on two counts of lewd and lascivious 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.

Columbus City Council minutes

AttendanceThe City Council of Columbus, Kansas met on Monday, June 1, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. presided over by Mayor Grant Spieth. Council members present: Tom Pryor, Misty Spear, Steve Dunlap, Laura Epler and Kathy Doherty.

Meals On Wheels Lunch Menu

Meals are for those 60 years or older. Consultation with SEK-AAA dietitian may be arranged. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.To order or cancel a meal, please call your site between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. on the day before.