Tyree selected to attend cadet academy

This is the first year The Kansas American Legion Post #206 has sponsored a student to attend the Cadet Law Enforcement Academy. Liam Tyree, a sophomore from Riverton High school has received this honor. Liam was chosen for his ambition to go into Law Enforcement.

USD 493 Elementary Track Friday

The Columbus USD 493 Elementary Track and Field Meet will be held Friday at the Central School Track. All grades, kindergarten through sixth will participate in the event.

Johnston Public Library Hours

Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Masks will be required. Currently, there is a 10 person maximum with a 30-minute time limit. 210 W. 10th, Baxter Springs.

Twenty-four hour sevice at Pete’s Convenience Store

Twenty-four hour service seven days a week can be found at Pete’s Convenience Store and gas station in Baxter Springs. The station has been open for around six years and has been members of the Baxter Chamber of commerce during that time.

Johnston Public Library Hours

Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Masks will be required. Currently, there is a 10 person maximum with a 30-minute time limit. 210 W. 10th, Baxter Springs.

Cherokee County Commissioners April 19 meeting minutes

Chairman Moates called the regular session of the Cherokee County Commission to order at 9 a.m. Monday, April 19, 2021, in room #109 of the Cherokee County Courthouse located at 110 West Maple, Columbus, Kansas. Commissioner Johnson opened with all Standing in Prayer to Father God the Creator.

Barbecue chefs’ creations feed hungry Cowtown Days crowd

A large crowd turned out for the Cowtown Days celebration in Baxter springs Friday, April 30 and Saturday, May 1. The event kicked off Friday night with the Cowtown Idol competition. Fair weather provided those in attendance with a pleasant musical experience.

Campbell named Governor’s Scholar

A Columbus Unified High School student has been named a Governor’s Scholar. Avery Campbell, daughter of Todd and Susan Campbell, granddaughter of Bob and Mary Soper and Craig and Gail Campbell, of Columbus has been recognized by Kansas Governor Laura Kelly as a 2021 Kansas Governor’s Scholar.

Columbus Public Library Hours

The library will be open to the public, with a five person limit, Mondays 3 p.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursdays 8 a.m.-11 a.m. Browsing, computer appointments and curbside will be available Wednesdays10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursdays 4 p.m.-6 p.m. Fridays 8 a.m.-noon.

Area students match moves in Columbus chess tournament

Two youngsters practiced prior to the start of the Pro-Am Chess tournament held at the Columbus American Legion Post Home. The tournament officials said they would like to make the Post Home a regular venue for their tournaments.