Avian influenza biosecurity

Reports of avian influenza in bird flocks are important reminders for small and large poultry producers to remain vigilant on biosecurity practices. Scott Beyer, K-State Poultry Expert, said the U.S.

Cherokee County Real Estate Transfers

Sherill D. Schneider and Darlene K.

Cherokee County Court Docket

District Court Judge Maradeth Frederick Thursday, March 10 11:30 a.m. – In the Matter of the Marriage of Lark C. Lofgren vs. Kelly S. Lofgren, pretrial conference, (domestic) 2:30 p.m. – In the Matter of the Marriage of Ed E. Youngblood vs.

Student entrepreneurs present business proposals

Southeast High School students Bella Tavernaro and Teagan Warner won third place during the eighth annual Cherokee County Youth Entrepreneur Fair March 3. The girls’ business specialized in sweet treats and baked goods. Photo by Jacob Spencer.

Mercy Auxiliary fundraiser today

As a reminder, the Mercy Auxiliary pulled pork fundraiser is scheduled for today. The event will be drive through only. Lunch will be held Lunch will be held from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the St. Rose Parish Hall. Delivery is available by calling 620-429-1555. Suggested donation $8.

Baked potato fundraiser set Friday

It’s potato bake time. Friday, March 11, the First Methodist Church will hold its annual Potato Bar. Due to the pandemic, the event will be located at St. Rose Parish Hall on the corner of Kansas and Walnut and will be deliveries and carry outs only.

Columbus Public Library Hours

The Columbus Public Library will be open to the public, with a five person limit. Mondays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday 9 a.m-6 p.m.. Thursdays 9 a.m.-6 a.m. Fridays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturdays 10 a.m.-noon. Curbside service will be available upon request.

Johnston Public Library Hours

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. Fridays 9 a.m.-. 5 p.m. Saturdays 9 a.m. - Noon-Masks are encouraged, but not required. 210 W. 10th, Baxter Springs.

Legislature hotline

Up-to-the-minute information on the 2020 Kansas Legislature is only a phone call or chat away. Kansas residents can access information about the Kansas Legislature, bill status, legislative process and more by calling 1-800- 432-3924 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

CALENDAR

Wednesday, March 9 •Mercy Auxiliary pulled pork fundraiser 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at St. Rose Parish Hall. Drive through only. Suggested donation of $8. •Create Better Health at Extension Office 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. •Baxter Springs Kiwanis Club meets Noon -1 p.m.