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Local senior citizens prepare to perform flexibility exercises in the Columbus Hospitality Center, 516 N. Kansas. Each attendee uses the pictured balls, weights, stretch bands, and chairs to assist with their twice-weekly workout regiment. Pat Niggemann serves as the group’s leader. Photo by Jacob Spencer.

Local senior citizens prepare to perform flexibility exercises in the Columbus Hospitality Center, 516 N. Kansas. Each attendee uses the pictured balls, weights, stretch bands, and chairs to assist with their twice-weekly workout regiment. Pat Niggemann serves as the group’s leader. Photo by Jacob Spencer.

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Fitness class draws local seniors

News Staff
Wednesday, October 20, 2021
A small group of senior citizens gathered together again to get their exercise in. The Hospitality Center at 516 N. Kansas hosts a small recreation room for the activity.
Variety of activities make annual celebration a success

Variety of activities make annual celebration a success

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Variety of activities make annual celebration a success

News Staff
Monday, October 18, 2021
Pilots and their crews laid out their balloons to ready them for inflation. It takes many hands to make sure the balloons are safe for lift off. Photo by Jacob Spencer. Few people get to see what the inside of the inflated balloon looks like.

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Local volunteers play vital role in CDF execution

News Staff
Monday, October 18, 2021
We have heard that some locals don’t think there are enough activities going on during the Columbus Day Festival, we are sorry to hear that. We invite those of you that feel that way to participate in the 2022 event.

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Columbus Day Committee appreciates helping hands

News Staff
Monday, October 18, 2021
The Columbus Day committee wishes to say “Thank You” to the many volunteers for helping put on the Columbus Day Festival and Hot Air Balloon Regatta. It takes many hours of planning and working to put on a festival of this size.

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Healthy holidays focus on Halloween

Holly Miner
Friday, October 15, 2021
The holidays are fast approaching, and many families enjoy preparing and eating many special foods. While family traditions are fun, we enjoy the anticipation of these events and making healthy choices may not be the first thing on our minds.
Add something out of the ordinary when decorating

Add something out of the ordinary when decorating

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Add something out of the ordinary when decorating

News Staff
Friday, October 15, 2021
When decorating a room, it’s fun to include something out-of-the-ordinary. Perhaps you can find an unusual lamp or a modern painting, or a piece of furniture in a unique style. Try something new and go to an auction to see what is selling.
Columbus Day Festival parade features unique entries

Columbus Day Festival parade features unique entries

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Columbus Day Festival parade features unique entries

News Staff
Friday, October 15, 2021
A group of clowns ride East on Maple Street as part of Saturday morning’s Columbus Day Festival parade. They and their classic fire engine were part of the day’s entertainment on the square for the remainder of that day. Photo by Jacob Spencer.
Faith event focuses on law enforcement

Faith event focuses on law enforcement

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Faith event focuses on law enforcement

Dee Riley Staff Writer
Friday, October 15, 2021
Faith brought the community together as the Southeast Kansas Ministerial Alliance sponsored an event of hope and inspiration. The Faith and Blue Rally was held Monday night at Kiwanis Park in Baxter Springs.

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Blood drive set Monday

News Staff
Friday, October 15, 2021
Do you want to show off your Chiefs’ spirit? Those who donate blood at the Chiefs Kingdom Blood Drive Monday, October 18 will receive a free Chiefs Kingdom T-Shirt (while supplies last). Appointments are strongly encouraged, but not required, in order to maintain donor flow.
Columbus Museum attendance on the rise

Columbus Museum attendance on the rise

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Columbus Museum attendance on the rise

Columbus Museum Report By Doris Richardson
Friday, October 15, 2021
Things are finally looking up here at the museum. We had a few more visitors and that is good. We enjoy our visitors very much. I want to thank the city for the new flags. They are greatly appreciated. My volunteer helpers are doing much better. I know you have seen Anita out and about.
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