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Representatives from Columbus-based community businesses and organizations met at Rowdy’s Rustic Moose Lodge for their monthly Chamber meeting. Dale Helwig from the K-State Research and Extension Office, Mike Evans from Liberty Utilities and David Holmes from Torchia-Holmes Real Estate all enjoyed a lunch prior to the meeting beginning. Photo by Jacob Spencer.

Representatives from Columbus-based community businesses and organizations met at Rowdy’s Rustic Moose Lodge for their monthly Chamber meeting. Dale Helwig from the K-State Research and Extension Office, Mike Evans from Liberty Utilities and David Holmes from Torchia-Holmes Real Estate all enjoyed a lunch prior to the meeting beginning. Photo by Jacob Spencer.

Plentiful overnight lodging in Columbus

News Staff
Monday, May 16, 2022
Is your class planning a reunion and think you need to hold it out of town as there is nothing in Columbus? Classmates coming from outside Columbus want to come back to relive memories and see how their hometown is doing.

Seek to attract out of town visitors

News Staff
Monday, May 16, 2022
If you own a restaurant or bar and you are not going after out-of-town visitors you are missing a chunk of valuable business. What are the chances they will drive by and see your establishment? You need to be a destination for them.

Checklist of C of C membership benefits

News Staff
Monday, May 16, 2022
Not sure if your business is receiving all the benefits of your Chamber membership? Take a look at the list below and place a check next to the programs and events in which your business participates. You may be surprised at the opportunities you’re missing.

Cherokee County Court Docket

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Monday, May 16, 2022
District Court Judge Maradeth Frederick Wednesday, May 18 9 a.m. – In the Matter of Hailey Nicole Lansaw, dismissal, (probate) 9 a.m. – In the Matter of the Marriage of Micheal Neil Skahan vs. Susan Marie Pollen, final hearing, (domestic) 9 a.m. – In the Matter of the Estate of Michael P.

Cherokee County Jail Report

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Monday, May 16, 2022
Shane Edward Fisher, 46, was arrested Sunday by Baxter Springs Police officers on charges of possession of certain depressants and operating a motor vehicle without a valid license and is being held in lieu of $945 bail.

Labette County Jail Report

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Monday, May 16, 2022
Tori Mae Higgins, 34, was arrested Sunday by Oswego Police officers on charges of domestic battery; knowing rude physical contact with family member or dating relationship, driving while suspended and vehicle liability insurance required and was released on $878.50 bail.
‘Big Kansas Road Trip’ makes stops in Cherokee County

‘Big Kansas Road Trip’ makes stops in Cherokee County

‘Big Kansas Road Trip’ makes stops in Cherokee County

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Monday, May 16, 2022
Big Brutus was a hit tourist destination during the Big Kansas Road Trip. Siblings Lane and Iris Hirsch traveled with their parents from Hope to tour the titanic machine. Above, the pair are completely dwarfed by the massive shovel. Photo by Jacob Spencer.
Members of Baxter Springs P.E.O. Chapter BT celebrated Cinco de Mayo at their May 2 meeting. Those attending included Clara Wassom, Judy Brewster, Mary Kirkpatrick, Delores Crane, Bobbi Wood, Gayla Rydberg, Betty Karnes, DeAnn Binns, Phyllis Abbott, Sandra Cook, Sue Commons, Janet Lazenby, Vicki O’Neal, Linda Crotts and Alma Cook. Courtesy photo.

Members of Baxter Springs P.E.O. Chapter BT celebrated Cinco de Mayo at their May 2 meeting. Those attending included Clara Wassom, Judy Brewster, Mary Kirkpatrick, Delores Crane, Bobbi Wood, Gayla Rydberg, Betty Karnes, DeAnn Binns, Phyllis Abbott, Sandra Cook, Sue Commons, Janet Lazenby, Vicki O’Neal, Linda Crotts and Alma Cook. Courtesy photo.

Baxter P.E.O. celebrates Cinco de Mayo

News Staff
Monday, May 16, 2022
A Mexican buffet catered by a local restaurant was on the agenda for the P.E.O. Chapter BT of Baxter Springs when they celebrated Cinco de Mayo at noon on Monday, May 2 in the Fellowship Hall at the United Methodist Church in Baxter Springs. Alma Cook and Linda Crotts served as hostesses.
Students from Holt Studio

Students from Holt Studio

Students from Holt Studio

News Staff
Monday, May 16, 2022
Students from Holt Studio recently participated in the Mid-America Music Festival at Pittsburg State University. Audrey Combs, daughter of Kevin and Lori Combs, performed Close Caper! By Dennis Alexander and received a 1 rating.
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