New summer program at Johnston Public Library

The “Tails and Tales” summer program will kick off Thursday, May 27, at 10 a.m. with special guest Valori Stone and her 4-H animal friends. Social distancing and masks (when distancing is not possible) will be encouraged.

Jarrett named to Belmont University dean’s list

Belmont University in Nashville, Tenn., has announced that Haley Jarrett qualified for the Spring 2021 Dean’s List.

Hannah Andrews is May Lion of the month

In addition to being an active member of LEO Club, Hannah Andrews, May’s Lion of the Month, has a variety of other pursuits. Andrews has been in Spanish Club, Health Occupation Students of America, Tri-M, Chem Club and Chess Club.

Columbus Central Fifth Grade students

Columbus Central Fifth Grade students had a fun day at Big Brutus Park with inflatable bouncy houses and games in addition to visiting Southeast Kansas biggest tourist attraction.

June is business appreciation month

June is Kansas Business and Industry Appreciation Month; the month we honor the hard-working Kansans who enhance the economy of our state and the community of Columbus. The Columbus Chamber is urging all citizens to join in this important observance and salute local businesses in Columbus.

Claythorne Lodge will host US Open Clay shoot

The week of June 7 – 13, the community will see a lot more visitors in the community. Claythorne Lodge will be hosting the US Open Shoot (National Sporting Clays Association). At present, there are over 1,100 shooters registered in events from youth to seniors, men and women.

Columbus City Administrator Daniela Rivas

Columbus City Administrator Daniela Rivas introduced the City management team to the Columbus Chamber during their May luncheon at Rowden’s Rustic Moose Lodge.

Columbus Lions Club

Columbus Lions Club President Thomas Niegisch, presented the Salutatorian Award to both the recipients.

Columbus Public Library Hours

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.

Dessert auction helps church youth attend summer camp

Eager bidders donate hundreds of dollars for pies, cakes and cookies at the Grace Community Church of Riverton Pie and Cake Auction. Every year the church serves a meal of fish and pheasant with the desserts auctioned off afterwards.