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Columbus Public Library Hours

News Staff
Friday, March 25, 2022
The Columbus Public Library will be open to the public, with a five person limit. Mondays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday 9 a.m-6 p.m. Thursdays 9 a.m.-6 a.m. Fridays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturdays 10 a.m.-noon. Curbside service will be available upon request.
Columbus Bass Club tourney has large turnout

Columbus Bass Club tourney has large turnout

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Columbus Bass Club tourney has large turnout

Jacob Spencer Staff Writer
Friday, March 25, 2022
After a rather shallow showing during the February tournament, the Columbus Bass Club came back with bigger and better bites than ever during their March tournament. A total of 17 of the area’s most able anglers appeared to try their hand during the March 19 competition.
Southeast schools earn Challenge Award

Southeast schools earn Challenge Award

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Southeast schools earn Challenge Award

News Staff
Friday, March 25, 2022
Two local school principals have been presented the Challenge Award by the Kansas State Board of Education. “I was very honored to accept this award on behalf of Southeast Elementary School.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY

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Friday, March 25, 2022
March 25 Marta Brown Lori Combs Danny Conway Bob Davis Mark Dermas Karl McColm Jean Prichett Melissa Shouse Lance Smith Burt VanMiddlesworth March 26 Diana Newman Joyce Parsons March 27 Rick Atkinson Wilma Hinman Janice Maxton Patsy Poe Matt Roark Ava Troop Kenny White

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Happy Anniversary

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Friday, March 25, 2022
March 25 Jay and Debbie Evans Scott and Bobbi Williams March 27 Mark and Cherri Chancellor
Disabled artist Martha Honeywell made silhouettes

Disabled artist Martha Honeywell made silhouettes

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Disabled artist Martha Honeywell made silhouettes

News Staff
Friday, March 25, 2022
A recent catalog gave a description of a silhouette as “cut by mouth.” Martha Ann Honeywell (1786- 1856) was a disabled artist who cut silhouettes and did needlework without using her hands. She was born without hands or forearms and was also missing two toes.
Residents of Autumn Place, Calvin and Marsha Bradney were named Mr. and Mrs. “St. Patrick’s Day.” The Bradneys were decked out in their favorite green attire for the occasion. Courtesy photo.

Residents of Autumn Place, Calvin and Marsha Bradney were named Mr. and Mrs. “St. Patrick’s Day.” The Bradneys were decked out in their favorite green attire for the occasion. Courtesy photo.

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St. Patrick’s Day is PEO theme

News Staff
Wednesday, March 23, 2022
Baxter Springs’ Chapter BT of the P.E.O. Sisterhood met Monday, March 7 in the fellowship hall of the United Methodist Church in Baxter Springs. Linda Crotts and Judy Brewster served as hostesses. The tables were decorated with a St. Patrick’s Day theme.
Tom LaTurner

Tom LaTurner

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Tom LaTurner

News Staff
Wednesday, March 23, 2022
Tom LaTurner restocks the shrimp during the evening fish fry at St. Bridget’s in Scammon Becky Martin was filling the orders for delivery. The traditional Lenten Friday night fish fry has changed a bit as it is drive through.
The annual Lenten fish fry

The annual Lenten fish fry

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The annual Lenten fish fry

News Staff
Wednesday, March 23, 2022
The annual Lenten fish fry at the St. Bridget’s, Catholic Church Parish Hall continues to be a popular spot for Friday evenings meal. Payton Herrenbruck, is refilling the fish chaffing dish. The Knights of Columbus and the Alter Society conduct the fish fry every Friday through April 8.
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