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A team of movers helps to transport a mirror that was donated to the Columbus Museum by Wes and Jan Houser last month. Up to six men at a time carried the heavy object out of the Housers’ old home, into and out of a moving truck and to its final destination across town. Photo by Jacob Spencer

A team of movers helps to transport a mirror that was donated to the Columbus Museum by Wes and Jan Houser last month. Up to six men at a time carried the heavy object out of the Housers’ old home, into and out of a moving truck and to its final destination across town. Photo by Jacob Spencer

Donations to Columbus museum make for early Christmas

Columbus Museum Report By Doris Richardson
Wednesday, January 5, 2022
Santa came early to the Columbus Museum this year. He wasn’t in a red suit and he didn’t come in his sleigh but he did come bearing nice gifts. We received a very nice monetary donation from Thomas Rhoads. We greatly appreciate this gift.
New singing group seeks members

New singing group seeks members

New singing group seeks members

News Staff
Wednesday, January 5, 2022
A new men’s singing organization is coming to the Joplin, Mo. area. The Society for the Preservation and Propagation of Barbershop Quartet Singing in the United States (SPPBSQSUS) is seeking members for our new Lodge.
Cherokee County Thru The Lens of... EMMETT SULLIVAN

Cherokee County Thru The Lens of... EMMETT SULLIVAN

Cherokee County Thru The Lens of... EMMETT SULLIVAN

News Staff
Wednesday, January 5, 2022
Bald Eagle, (above) a little far out for the lens at the time, and a little out of focus. Just looking for a fish to catch at the small lake where he was watching December 12, 2021 in Northwest Cherokee County.

Labette County Jail Report

News Staff
Wednesday, January 5, 2022
Clifton Louis Broyles, 23, was arrested Mon day by Chetopa Police officers on charges of driving while suspended; third or subsequent and is being held in lieu of $1,175 bail.

Commissioners meeting minutes, December 27, 2021

News Staff
Wednesday, January 5, 2022
At 9 a.m. on Monday December 27, 2021, Chairman Moates called to order the regular session of the Cherokee County Commission in room 109 of the Cherokee County Courthouse located at 110 West Maple, Columbus, Kansas.

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 5, 2022 CALENDAR

News Staff
Wednesday, January 5, 2022
Wednesday, January 5 •Congressman Jake Laturner will have representatives at Columbus City Hall at 3 p.m. for questions or concerns. •Titan Football awards ceremony in high school cafeteria 6:30 p.m. •Baxter Springs Kiwanis Club meets Noon - 1 p.m.
Newly elected Clerk Rebecca Brassart stands beside the total board used to record the votes during the Republica Convention held Tuesday evening in the District Court Room of the County Courthouse. Brassart has worked for the County for 19 years and is a lifelong resident of the county.

Newly elected Clerk Rebecca Brassart stands beside the total board used to record the votes during the Republica Convention held Tuesday evening in the District Court Room of the County Courthouse. Brassart has worked for the County for 19 years and is a lifelong resident of the county.

Brassart elected Clerk by GOP

News Staff
Wednesday, January 5, 2022
In the Plexaglass palace known as the District Court Room members of the Republican Party elected Rebecca Brassart as the new Cherokee County Clerk. In a three person race Brassart took an early lead over challengers Sammye Opela and Jenny Shiltz.
Lindsay Shoemaker, the newly appointed Columbus City Council Ward 2 Member, is sworn in as part of Monday night’s City Council meeting by City Clerk Cherri Chancellor. Shoemaker has been a resident of Columbus since 2015 and is excited to be a part of the City Council. Photo by Jacob Spencer.

Lindsay Shoemaker, the newly appointed Columbus City Council Ward 2 Member, is sworn in as part of Monday night’s City Council meeting by City Clerk Cherri Chancellor. Shoemaker has been a resident of Columbus since 2015 and is excited to be a part of the City Council. Photo by Jacob Spencer.

Council appoints new member

Jacob Spencer Staff Writer
Wednesday, January 5, 2022
All of the positions on the Columbus City Council are filled as of Monday night’s meeting in City Hall. “This evening, I’d like to appoint a person from the second ward to fill Mrs. Houser’s position,” Mayor Grant Spieth said before addressing that individual.

Commission hears report from Sheriff

Jacob Spencer Staff Writer
Wednesday, January 5, 2022
Giving a recap on some departmental highlights from 2021, Cherokee County Sheriff David Groves went over a year-end report during the County Commissioners meeting on Monday morning. “There’s some stuff you might be interested in,” Groves said to the commissioners.
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