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News Staff
Friday, April 1, 2022
Friday, April 1 •Knights of Columbus Fish Fry St Bridget’s in Scammon. Drive through. Begins at 6 p.m. $15. Saturday, April 2 •Baxter Springs American Legion Breakfast 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. the American Legion Post. •Kansas Steel Guitar Association meets at New Community Building in Baxter Springs.
Tom Pryor receives C of C Chris Award

Tom Pryor receives C of C Chris Award

Tom Pryor receives C of C Chris Award

Jacob Spencer Staff Writer
Friday, April 1, 2022
The theme “Magical Moments” proved to be the case for several award winners Wednesday night. The Columbus Chamber of Commerce’s annual awards were handed out to several citizens recognized for their public service and bringing recognition to the city.

PRIDE to plant trees in city park Tuesday

Jacob Spencer Staff Writer
Friday, April 1, 2022
Greener pastures are on the horizon thanks to Columbus PRIDE’s efforts in securing an orchard grant. City Administrator Jake Letner and City Clerk Cherri Chancellor informed City Council that the group had secured a total of 10 fruit-bearing trees to be planted in City Park next week.

Roadwork okayed in Baxter

News Staff
Friday, April 1, 2022
Approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects, by the Kansas Department of Transportation for this month included a project near Baxter Springs U.S. 69 (Military Avenue), from the south city limits of Baxter Springs to the north city limits of Baxter Springs and U.S.

Cherokee County seeks gas energy provider

Jacob Spencer Staff Writer
Friday, April 1, 2022
The hunt is on as the Cherokee County Commissioners are actively searching for a new gas energy supplier. The board and County Attorney Nathan Coleman spoke over the phone with Mike Williams from Hamlin Energy as he attempted to help them find a new supplier.
Columbus Saddle Club

Columbus Saddle Club

Columbus Saddle Club

News Staff
Friday, April 1, 2022
Columbus Saddle Club handed out several medals during their annual banquet on March 27. Jake Hall (right) and his children, Abby Hall and Cooper Hall, all received awards for their hard work during the club’s 2021 season. Photo by Jacob Spencer.

Spring festivities today at Grace and Gratitude

News Staff
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Today, (Wednesday, March 30), Grace and Gratitude will be filled with items ready to welcome the spring weather and festivities. Volunteers have cleared out the winter coats and attire and have donated those items other organizations and recycling programs.

Cherokee County Court Docket

News Staff
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
District Court Judge Maradeth Frederick Thursday, March 31 10 a.m. – In the Matter of the Marriage of Miles Eichelberger vs. Michaela Eichelberger, bench trail, (domestic) 11 a.m. – In the Matter of Christopher A. Markley, scheduling conference, (juvenile) 11:30 a.m. – State of Kansas vs.
Members of the Baxter Springs Chapter BT of the P.E.O Sisterhood had a painting event at the meeting March 21. Those attending included (not in order) DeAnne Binns, Barbara Nelson, Sandra Cook, Gayla Rydberg, Toni Wolkar, Bobbi Woods, Judy Brewster, Lawana Binns, Mary Kirkpatrick, Clara Wassom, Angela Burrows, Sue Commons, Linda Crotts and Alma Cook. Guests were Carolyn Sweeney and Billie Jo Adams. Courtesy photo.

Members of the Baxter Springs Chapter BT of the P.E.O Sisterhood had a painting event at the meeting March 21. Those attending included (not in order) DeAnne Binns, Barbara Nelson, Sandra Cook, Gayla Rydberg, Toni Wolkar, Bobbi Woods, Judy Brewster, Lawana Binns, Mary Kirkpatrick, Clara Wassom, Angela Burrows, Sue Commons, Linda Crotts and Alma Cook. Guests were Carolyn Sweeney and Billie Jo Adams. Courtesy photo.

PEO members paint signs at meeting

News Staff
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Baxter Springs’ Chapter BT of the P.E.O. Sisterhood enjoyed an evening social and painting event Monday, March 21 in the lunchroom of Lincoln Elementary in Baxter Springs. Angela Burrows and Sue Commons served as hostesses. Members were served cookies, candy and flavored teas.
Baxter Springs High School inducts new NHS members

Baxter Springs High School inducts new NHS members

Baxter Springs High School inducts new NHS members

Dee Riley Staff Writer
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
The Baxter Springs High School welcomed nine new members into the National Honor Society. New inductees include Abigail Burggraf, senior; Michael Colbert, Landon Fisher, Logan Gess, and Hayden Parkison, juniors; and sophomores, Trevor French, Michael Karguth, Taycee Metcalf and Emma Walker.
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