Ft. Scott Christian takes win over Life Christian Bears

In a one-sided decision, Life Christian’s Bruins lost to Fort Scott Christian Mustangs 56-21 recently in the championship game of the Midstate’s Christian League Basketball Tournament on the Mustangs home court.

Miners Hall quarterly exhibit to feature Arma’s history

Miners Hall Museum in Franklin announces the 2022 Second Quarterly Exhibit, “Little Balkans Coal Camp - Arma”, opening April 1 and continuing through June 26. This exhibit will feature the fascinating history of the coal camp now known as Arma.

happy BIRTHDAY

April 5 Luann Banke C. J.

So now what? Tips for managing life after retirement

Your finances are all in order and your bucket list is complete. You are officially ready to retire, right? Not so fast. Research has shown that we need to be concerned about more than just money before and during retirement.

Food truck stolen in Baxter Springs

A local food trailer was taken from its location in Baxter Springs at approximately 8:30 a.m. Thursday. The familiar black Adelitas Taqueria trailer which had been located on West 12th street across from KMT Waterjet, was taken by individuals driving a newer model Chevrolet pickup.

Annual Chamber dinner celebrates businesses, individuals

The Columbus Chamber of Commerce held their annual Chamber dinner in the State Theatre Event Center on March 30. Chamber President Matt Case greets the crowd surrounded by (left to right) President-elect Laura Lowry Greene, Sonja Duley and Treasurer Sydney Tyree. Photo by Jacob Spencer.

Having ‘hope’ is not a viable business strategy

Pooja Agnihotri, said “Fighting a change and clinging to the same old ways of doing things have never proved to be productive for anyone - you or your customers.” We have all known businesses that failed. They had big dreams, great work ethic and small budgets.

TITANS OF THE WEEK

The Columbus Unified High School Jazz Band attended Jazz Fest sponsored by the Pittsburg State University Music Department, March 4, where they received a 1 Rating. They are being recognized as Titans of the Week.

CALENDAR

Tuesday, April 5 •Bunco activities at the Cherokee County Hospitality Center 516 N. Kansas 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Everyone welcome. •Johnston Public Library story time 10 a.m.-10:30 a.m. •Local Emergency Planning Committee, LEPC meets 9 a.m. at the Cherokee County Extension Office.

Musing Under the Clock Tower

A forecast of four days of rain, draws prayers for warm weather.