City to host code explanation dinner

An invitation is extended to all residents involved in the repair or construction of structures within the city limits. The City of Columbus is extending an invitation to explain the recently adopted permitting processes and the Code Enforcement Officer’s involvement.

More than 50 people

More than 50 people volunteered to give blood Monday at the Community Blood Drive, the goal was to get 35 pints. The goal was reached and passed shortly before 5:15 p.m. “This was a good community turnout,” said Susan Schultz, blood drive chairperson.

Cherokee County Jail Report

Dane Martin Rabago, 30, was arrested Sunday by Cherokee County Sheriff’s Deputies on charges of criminal threat and stalking an is being held without bail.

Missouri State announces dean’s list

Missouri State University in Springfield, Mo., has announced their Spring 2021 Dean’s list. Gavin Bohn and Sierra Wilson both from Columbus have been named to the list. For undergraduate students, criteria include enrollment in at least 12 credit hours during the spring semester and at least a 3.

Happy Anniversary

June 22 Clark and Susan Garrison

Cherokee County Thru The Lens Of. . . EMMETT SULLIVAN

Old public mined land strip pit located in NW Cherokee County. Photo taken November 9, 2016.

HAPPY birthday

June 21 Cindy Bole Alysan Crocker Sherry Culp George Delmont Diane Deplue Sam Dietz Dora Dunlap Barbara Jones June 22 Joyce Goff Dorothy Hale Cherie Thomas Schenker Ena Smittle

Stolen vehicle found in Baxter Springs

Stolen property was recovered at a Baxter Springs home Saturday morning and two suspects were taken into custody after Cherokee County Sheriff’s Deputies discovered a stolen vehicle hidden in the garage.

Riverton man arrested

A rural Cherokee County man was taken into custody Friday after Sheriff’s Detectives obtained a warrant for his arrest. The warrant was issued as part of an investigation into the May 23 burglary of a barn in rural Riverton, where suspects attempted to steal a trailer and equipment.

Cherokee County Court Docket

Magistrate Court Judge Samuel J. Marsh Tuesday, June 22 9 a.m. – Discover Bank vs. Dewey W. Hunter, summary judgement (limited civil) 10 a.m. – City of Columbus vs. Manny R. Myers, answer hearing (limited civil) 10 a.m. – City of Baxter Springs vs. Justin Smith, answer hearing (limited civil) 10 a.