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Sheep, goat workshop April 8

A sheep and goat workshop called “Hitting the target” will be hosted by K-State Research and Extension Wildcat district April 8, at 6 p.m. at the KSU Southeast Research and Extension Center (25092 Ness Rd. Parsons, KS). Join us virtually or in person!

Labette County Jail Report

Troy David Kellogg, 44, was arrested Friday by Cherokee County Sheriff’s Deputies on charges of contempt of court; indirectbond revocation and criminal trespass and is being held in lieu of $215 bail.

Minutes for Baxter Springs City Council meeting February 23

Russ Harper opened the meeting with prayer, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. The following council members were present: Abbott, DeBeeld, Brown, Dardenne and Sisco. Motion by Sisco, seconded by Dardenne with all council members present voting “Yea” to approve the agenda. Motion passed.
First American citizen is killed in First World War

First American citizen is killed in First World War

First American citizen is killed in First World War

Sunday, March 28 The 87th day of the year 278 days left Today in History On March 28, 1915, the first American citizen is killed in the eight-monthold European conflict that would become known as the First World War.

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Monday, March 29 •Cherokee County Commissioners meet in Room 34 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.
Youngsters at the 4-H Project Day camp

Youngsters at the 4-H Project Day camp

Youngsters at the 4-H Project Day camp

Youngsters at the 4-H Project Day camp seem to enjoy petting the dog more than any of the other booths in the afternoon. The dog of Peyton Herrenbruck was ready for the attention.

COVID-19 vaccines phase 5 list opens

Plans continue for more Cherokee County Health Department COVID-19 vaccinations on Thursday at the Fair Grounds Show Barn. The County will have Johnson and Johnson single dose COVID Vaccine available starting today Monday, March 29.

Prizeweek consolation prize winner

The search for a grand prize winner in the Prizeweek Puzzle contest continues with Gayle Hanson again winning the consolation prize missing two of the preferred answered. She will receive a $10 Columbus Gift Certificate.
CUHS ‘85-’86 400 meter relay teams into HofF

CUHS ‘85-’86 400 meter relay teams into HofF

CUHS ‘85-’86 400 meter relay teams into HofF

The 1985 and 1986 Titan Girls 400 Meter Relay Teams dominated the Southeast Kansas League and Class 4A for two consecutive years, competing against a 64 team field on their way to two state titles.