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Community Foundation new anniversary logo

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Community Foundation new anniversary logo

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Friday, January 2, 2026

The Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas (CFSEK) is preparing to celebrate its 25th anniversary in 2026, a milestone that begins today with the unveiling of a new logo.

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Online webinars on Radon are offered

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Friday, January 2, 2026

Kylie Family and Community Wellness Agent, Cherokee CountyDid you know that one in four Kansas homes has elevated radon levels? Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer among nonsmokers, and the only way to know if your home is safe is to test—it’s invisible, odorless, and tasteless.

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Cherokee County Jail Report

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Friday, January 2, 2026

Teri Jeanne Williams, 54, was arrested Thursday by Cherokee County Sheriff’s Deputies on charges of driving under the influence, operating a motor vehicle without a valid license, defective tail lamp on motor vehicle and vehicle liability insurance req and is being held without bail.

Meals On Wheels Lunch Menu

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Meals On Wheels Lunch Menu

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Friday, January 2, 2026

Meals are for those 60 years or older. Consultation with SEK-AAA dietitian may be arranged. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.To order or cancel a meal, please call your site between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. on the day before.

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Cherokee County Court Docket

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Friday, January 2, 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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CALENDAR

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Friday, January 2, 2026

Saturday, January 3•Baxter Springs American Legion Breakfast 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. the American Legion Post•Breaking the Chains of Addiction Narcotics Anonymous Spiritual Support Group at the Fellowship Baptist Church in Baxter Springs 4 p.m.Sunday, January 4•Attend the church of your choice.

City workers Justin Rogers (pictured), Jared Kite and Kasie England took down the Christmas lights after the holidays. News Report photo by Shawn Churchill.

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City workers Justin Rogers

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Friday, January 2, 2026

Double murder trial set to start Monday

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Double murder trial set to start Monday

Kyle Butts

Friday, January 2, 2026

A murder trial is scheduled for Kyle Butts Monday, January 5, for his alleged killing two men in Baxter Springs in November 2022.Butts, of Independence, Missouri is charged in a shooting at 2400 Lincoln in Baxter Springs. Two Missouri men were killed, and a third was left in critical condition.

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Chief Burton reviews fire department’s year to council

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Friday, January 2, 2026

As the end of 2025 came, Fire Chief Stephen Burton gave a comprehensive report to the City Council on the state of the Fire Department.The Columbus Fire Department officers coming bined have 75 years of experience. They include Chief Steven Burton serving since 2004. Assistant Chief Steve Burton Sr.

West Mineral Fire Chief Randy Johnson surveys the extraction equipment his department received from the Columbus Fire and Rescue to help improve rescue service in the northern part of the county.

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CFD shares equipment with West Mineral

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Friday, January 2, 2026

A set of older extrication tools, commonly known as the “Jaws of Life” have been donated to the West Mineral Fire Department by the Columbus Fire .

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