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Columbus Public Library Hours

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Monday, June 28, 2021
The Columbus Public Library will be open to the public, with a five person limit. Mondays 9 p.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Thursdays 8 a.m.-11 a.m. Wednesdays 10 a.m.-2 p.m. By appointment only. Thursdays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Fridays 9 a.m.-noon. Saturdays 10 a.m.-noon.

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Happy Anniversary

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Monday, June 28, 2021
June 28 Jody and Missy Hill Ken and Helen Kelley Bob and Nancy Reed Bob and Teresa Roche Shane and Heather Schuberger

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Happy BIRTHDAY

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Monday, June 28, 2021
June 28 Derick Burger Galen Christiansen Edna Lassman Bonnie Merritt Ross Westervelt June 29 Maedeen Back Joan Bohn Ruth Chesner Janie Fletcher Dalenie Neel

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BSFD Auxiliary to host night swim at Baxter pool

News Staff
Monday, June 28, 2021
A night swim hosted by the Baxter Springs Fire Department Auxiliary will be held Thursday, July 1 at the Baxter Springs City pool from 7 p.m.-10 p.m. The price of entrance will be a donation. The Baxter Springs fire truck is scheduled to be there. All proceeds will be used to support BSFD.

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A look inside Mexico’s unique culture

Claire Mcelroy 7th Grade Ela Mrs. Shultz
Monday, June 28, 2021
From almost getting attacked by a mountain lion, to having to outrun the border patrol many times, Victor Flores’ journey to America was full of ups and downs - mostly downs. After reading Crossing the Wire by Will Hobbs, I wanted to know more about Mexico’s culture.
Community turns out for pulled pork lunch benefit

Community turns out for pulled pork lunch benefit

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Community turns out for pulled pork lunch benefit

News Staff
Monday, June 21, 2021
The Patty Flood benefit was organized to handle the large turnout. With each of the volunteer’s having their part of the process of wrapping the desserts, and preparing them for the bags.
Ceremony held at Johnston Public Library to honor Charles Button

Ceremony held at Johnston Public Library to honor Charles Button

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Ceremony held at Johnston Public Library to honor Charles Button

News Staff
Monday, June 21, 2021
Members of Charlie Button’s family came together to honor Button at the tree planting and memorial ceremony held on the lawn of the Johnston Public Library. The ceremony was held Saturday morning. Photo by Dee Riley.
Friday afternoon, youngsters in Baxter Springs had the opportunity to swim at the new swimming pool for just $1. Kiwanis Club members hosted the event and provided free hot dogs to the children as well. Photo by Dee Riley.

Friday afternoon, youngsters in Baxter Springs had the opportunity to swim at the new swimming pool for just $1. Kiwanis Club members hosted the event and provided free hot dogs to the children as well. Photo by Dee Riley.

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Kiwanis Club provides swim, hot dogs to youth

News Staff
Monday, June 21, 2021
Kids at the Baxter Springs City Pool were able to cool off for just $1 on Saturday with the Baxter Springs Kiwanis Club picking up the rest of the admission. The club plans to host additional pool parties such as the one Saturday cooling off a very hot day.
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