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Industry appreciation month

News Staff
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
June is Kansas Business and Industry Appreciation Month; the month we honor the hard-working Kansans who enhance the economy of our state and community of Columbus. The Columbus Chamber is urging all citizens to join in this important observance and salute local businesses in Columbus.

Cherokee County Jail Report

News Staff
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Jarod Wayne Smith, 38, was arrested Sunday by Galena Police officers on charges of possession of certain stimulants and use or possess drug paraphernalia for use in the human body and is being held in lieu of $6,000 bail.

Labette County Jail Report

News Staff
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Justin Paul Martin, 47, was arrested Saturday by Chetopa Police officers on charges of driving while suspended and was released on $600 bail.
H&H Splash Pad opens downtown

H&H Splash Pad opens downtown

H&H Splash Pad opens downtown

News Staff
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
The new Splash Pad water feature in Discovery Park is officially open following the ribbon cutting Friday evening. The families who donated the funds to build the spray pool attended the official opening which was quite an event.
Drake Foster caught

Drake Foster caught

Drake Foster caught

News Staff
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Drake Foster caught the big bass during the West Mineral Kids fishing tournament Saturday. With his dad, Tyler, he is holding the 5.42 pound fish. A large crowd attended the event with every youngster taking home a rod and reel whether or not they caught a fish.
School recognizes retiring employees

School recognizes retiring employees

School recognizes retiring employees

News Staff
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Retiring USD 493 employees were recognized last week with a special breakfast in the Columbus High School cafeteria. Those being recognized included Kelly Walters as she received the Esteemed Educator Award, Melissa A. Carnahan, is retiring after 24 years of teaching and Eric D.

Columbus City Council talks setting goals

Jacob Spencer Staff Writer
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
The latest work session held by the city of Columbus May 23 helped to identify a number of goals that the governing board would like to see accomplished. City Administrator Jake Letner facilitated the discussion that let each council member voice their opinions on a number of topics.
The power of prayer

The power of prayer

The power of prayer

News Staff
Thursday, June 2, 2022
Your prayers may or may not change the world, but they will almost certainly change you. Prayer has a calming as well as an uplifting and reflective effect. Sometimes the time spent in prayer is the only time we have in our busy lives to actually reflect on important aspects of our lives.

Johnston Public Library Hours

News Staff
Thursday, June 2, 2022
Mondays 9 p.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursdays 9 a.m.-5 a.m. Thursdays 9 a.m.-5 a.m. Fridays 9 a.m.-. 5 p.m. Saturdays 9 a.m. - Noon Masks are encouraged, but not required. 210 W. 10th, Baxter Springs.
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