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Monday, October 4 •Cherokee County Commissioners meet in Room 109 of County Courthouse 9 a.m. This meeting will be livestreamed over citylinktv.com on the News Report Channel and archived for later viewing. This is an in person meeting only. •Methodist Health Fund Senior Exercise 10 a.m.

City reviews health insurance coop plan

The City of Columbus has been approached by KMIT (Kansas Municipal Investment Trust) for an opportunity to take a comprehensive look at the Health Insurance Plan. In May of this year, the KMIT Board participated in conversations regarding the creation of a health insurance group.

RR crossing closed at TAMKO Road for week

The BNSF Railway crossing at TAMKO Road on K-7, just north of Columbus will be closed today Monday through October 8. The work is expected to begin at 6 a.m. each day and continue until evening. K-7 will be closed to traffic at the work zone.

Eddington takes first in contest

Three first time winners in this years Columbus Merchants Football Contest as Bob Eddington, Columbus, took first place. Second place went to Myra Fraizier, Galena and third place was captured by Robin Jessee, Columbus. All three of the winning entries missed the Iola vs.

No winner in Prizeweek

No grand prize winner in the Prizeweek Puzzle contest as game continues to baffle the players. The grand prize of $1,000 Columbus Chamber Gift Certificates carries out another week. The consolation prize winner this week is Warren Duley with three misses.

KSGA holds annual convention in Baxter Springs

The Kansas Steel Guitar Association (KSGA) concluded their 18th annual convention in Baxter Springs this weekend. The KSGA player of the year award was presented to Rich Eaves of Carthage, Missouri. Eaves received the Pioneer Award in 2017.