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Members of the Baxter Springs Chapter BT of the P.E.O. Sisterhood wore their new shirts to their recent meeting. Those attending included (not in order) Bobbi Woods, DeAnne Binns, Phyllis Abbott, Vicki O’Neal, Toni Wolkar, Lawana Binns, Barbara Nelson, Judy Brewster, Alma Cook, Linda Crotts, Mary Kirkpatrick, Gayla Rydberg, Sue Commons, Betty Karnes, Sandra Cook, Brenda Locke and non-resident member, Kay Harper.

Members of the Baxter Springs Chapter BT of the P.E.O. Sisterhood wore their new shirts to their recent meeting. Those attending included (not in order) Bobbi Woods, DeAnne Binns, Phyllis Abbott, Vicki O’Neal, Toni Wolkar, Lawana Binns, Barbara Nelson, Judy Brewster, Alma Cook, Linda Crotts, Mary Kirkpatrick, Gayla Rydberg, Sue Commons, Betty Karnes, Sandra Cook, Brenda Locke and non-resident member, Kay Harper.

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Baxter PEO group hears about beds for children

News Staff
Wednesday, November 17, 2021
A special program on Dream Big Little One was presented to the Baxter Springs’ Chapter BT of the P.E.O. Sisterhood. The group met Monday, November 1 for a noon luncheon in Fellowship Hall of the United Methodist Church.
Columbus veteran Danny Doherty

Columbus veteran Danny Doherty

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Columbus veteran Danny Doherty

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Wednesday, November 17, 2021
Columbus veteran Danny Doherty, Columbus, was awarded a Quilt of Valor by Creating Quilts of Valor November 11. Doherty served in the Navy on the USS Hancock. His dates of service were 1969 - 1973. Courtesy photo.
A donation from the Columbus Lions Club

A donation from the Columbus Lions Club

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A donation from the Columbus Lions Club

News Staff
Wednesday, November 17, 2021
A donation from the Columbus Lions Club to the Fire Up for Fireworks was presented to Fire Chief Steven Burton at a recent meeting. Lions attending included Mike White, Grant Spieth, David Groves, David Holmes, Burton, Steve Jameson, Buddy Derfelt and Mark Winter.
Pastor Cody Graves

Pastor Cody Graves

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Pastor Cody Graves

News Staff
Wednesday, November 17, 2021
Pastor Cody Graves and members from the First Christian Church clean up their community garden to prepare it for the next season. During the summer months they distribute free fresh herbs and vegetables from the garden to anyone in need.
Pre-school students

Pre-school students

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Pre-school students

News Staff
Wednesday, November 17, 2021
Pre-school students from Becca’s Daycare listen to a story at Johnston Public Library. Story time is held each Tuesday from 10 a.m. -10:30 a.m. 
Favorite comic characters used in making toys

Favorite comic characters used in making toys

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Favorite comic characters used in making toys

News Staff
Monday, November 15, 2021
Comic characters are often used as models for toys, because they are already favorites of children. One group of toys was based on children’s books by Palmer Cox (1840- 1924), an author who was born in Quebec, Canada, and lived in Panama and San Francisco as a railroad contractor and carpenter.
Zombie 5K overall winners

Zombie 5K overall winners

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Zombie 5K overall winners

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Monday, November 15, 2021
Trick or treaters from Good Shepherd Day Care took a tour around the Square for Halloween. The youngsters were dressed like cartoon characters, super heroes, princesses, witches and in other unique costumes.

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Baxter Springs PD gives plush animals to children

News Staff
Monday, November 15, 2021
During this time of Thanksgiving and buying new toys for your children, please remember your gently used Teddy Bears, stuffed or plush animals can be donated to the Baxter Springs Police Department.
CUHS honors veterans with breakfast, special program

CUHS honors veterans with breakfast, special program

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CUHS honors veterans with breakfast, special program

Jacob Spencer Staff Writer
Monday, November 15, 2021
Emotional acts recently captivated a local community. Columbus Unified High School held a breakfast and assembly for Veterans Day in their school this year. Patriotic presentations like musical performances, slide shows and flag displays all punctuated the messages at the heart of the holiday.
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