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Community clean up set Wednesday

It’s time once again to get the ole’ town in shape for the area’s largest festival, Columbus Days. Everyone is invited to join Columbus PRIDE committee for a Community Clean Up day Wednesday, September 29 from 10 a.m.-noon.
Fake money in SEK say officials

Fake money in SEK say officials

Fake money in SEK say officials

It’s not technically counterfeit money, but if you tried to spend it you’d be breaking the law. There have recently been reports of fake money — specifically, one hundred dollar bills labeled “For Motion Picture Copy Money” — circulating in the area.

Football contest winner announced

The first football contest entry with a perfect score was submitted by Larry Tedlock. He picked all 17 games correctly and wins the top prize this week.
Fly-in at Oswego Airport Saturday

Fly-in at Oswego Airport Saturday

Fly-in at Oswego Airport Saturday

The annual Fly-In at the Oswego Airport will be held Saturday, October 2. The annual event offers the opportunity to see small air craft up close and talk to the pilots. The perfect outing for youngsters and oldsters alike. Breakfast is served by the Lions club at 8 a.m. and lunch at 11 a.m.

City of Columbus Court Docket

City of Co The following persons are scheduled to appear before Judge John Bullard in Columbus Municipal Court Monday, September 27 at 4 p.m. Joy G. Delmont, 64, Columbus, is scheduled for an initial appearance on charges of environmental code violation. Benjamin A.

Cherokee County Court Docket

Magistrate Court Judge Samuel Marsh Monday, September 27 9:30 a.m. – State of Kansas vs. Kelby Joseph Kesner, scheduling conference, (traffic) 9:30 a.m. – State of Kansas vs. Corey Colleen Nichols, diversion status, (traffic) 9:30 a.m. – States of Kansas vs.

Cherokee County Jail Report

Jilliann Cathylene McDonough, 35, was arrested Tuesday by Baxter Springs Police officers on charges of aggravated burglary, stalking, possess any substance in 65-4113, use or possess drug paraphernalia for use in the human body, disorderly conduct, interference with Law Enforcement officers;...

Labette County Jail Report

Jesse Lee Kenworty, 32, was arrested Friday by Kansas Department of Corrections on charges of interference with Law Enforcement officers; obstruct or resist and is being held for KDOC.

Are you considering a winter food plot

By Adaven Scronce Fall is here and so is hunting season. Dove season opened the beginning of the month and rifle season for deer is quickly approaching. If you are an avid hunter and/or manage land for deer, you may be considering planting a winter food plot.