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Preparations for lambing season

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Monday, January 12, 2026
Adaven Rohling Diversified Agriculture and Natural Resource Agent, Wildcat Extension DistrictKidding and lambing season is right around the corner or may have already for some. Before lambing and kidding start, it is essential to check your supplies to ensure you have everything needed.

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Cherokee County Jail Report

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Monday, January 12, 2026
David Laroy Robinette, 37, was arrested Monday by Galena Police officers on charges of unlawful license plate, unlawful registration, vehicle liability insurance required and driving while suspended and is being held in lieu of $2,500 bail.

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Labette County Jail Report

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Monday, January 12, 2026
Shane Eldon Beery, 50, was arrested Saturday by Oswego Police officers on charges of defective headlamps on motor vehicle and driving while license suspended, cancelled or revoked and was released on $673.50 bail.
American Windsor chairs have been made in many sizes and shapes since the colonial years. As a salesman sample, this piece probably dates to about the turn of the 20th century. Photo Credit: Auctions at Showplace (c) 2026 by Cowles Syndicate Inc.

American Windsor chairs have been made in many sizes and shapes since the colonial years. As a salesman sample, this piece probably dates to about the turn of the 20th century. Photo Credit: Auctions at Showplace (c) 2026 by Cowles Syndicate Inc.

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US 250th anniversary revives interest in colonial Americana

Terry Kovel By Terry Kovel
Monday, January 12, 2026
With 2026 bringing the 250th anniversary of the United States, will we see a revival of interest in colonial American furniture? It’s happened with previous anniversaries.

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Cherokee County Court Docket

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Monday, January 12, 2026
This is the schedule of the District Court Room with Judge Maradeth Frederick presiding. All of the hearings, conferences, arraignments, dismissals, appearances and trials are open to the public. They are also subject to change or cancellation without notice.

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Real Estate transfers

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Monday, January 12, 2026
MFA Enterprises, Inc., Columbia, Missouri, conveyed a deed to the property located at 307 South Lincoln and 9197 Northeast 50th, Weir, to Beachner Grain, Inc.,Parsons. The deed was recorded January 2, 2026.Kristen F. Trease and Eric R.

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CALENDAR

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Monday, January 12, 2026
Tuesday, January 13•Free baby formula give away at First United Methodist Church in Columbus 10 a.m.-1 p.m. While supplies last.•Baxter Springs City Council Meeting 6 p.m. in the Baxter Springs City Hall Building.•City of Roseland Council meets at City Hall at 7 p.m.
Wild turkey population shows slight increase in Kansas. Courtesy photo.

Wild turkey population shows slight increase in Kansas. Courtesy photo.

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Wild turkey population increases slightly in Kansas

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Monday, January 12, 2026
The consistent, dramatic decline in Kansas’ wild turkey population prompted the state in 2023 to forbid hunting them in the fall.Simultaneously, an influx of funding and research is attempting to re- wild turkey losses.

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Water boil advisory for Weir

News Staff
Monday, January 12, 2026
A water break at the Weir water tower has forced the city to issue a boil advisory until further notice.According to a release from the City there was no infiltration into the water system/mains.
Musing Under the Clock Tower

Musing Under the Clock Tower

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Musing Under the Clock Tower

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Monday, January 12, 2026
It hard to believe Americans don’t get enough exercise jumping to conclusions, pushing their luck, and dodging deadlines.
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