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Trolley tours are available

News Staff
Monday, April 19, 2021
The Columbus Trolley has been recently refurbished (thanks to the city and their employees) and is again ready to do tours of Columbus. The trolley is available for groups or organizations to rent for historic tours or for special events –weddings, class reunions, family gathering.
The Labette Community College Foundation

The Labette Community College Foundation

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The Labette Community College Foundation

News Staff
Friday, April 16, 2021
The Labette Community College Foundation hosted the drawing for the Charity Truck Raffle. Mike Carpino Ford of Parsons donated a 2021 Ford Ranger truck to the Foundation to sell raffle chances.

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LCC students place at PBL conference

News Staff
Friday, April 16, 2021
The Labette Community College Phi Beta Lambda members attended the virtual State Leadership Conference recently. Three LCC PBL students competed in nine events earning seven wins as well as two State designations.

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Plans for pulled pork lunch finalized by Mercy Auxiliary

News Staff
Friday, April 16, 2021
Final plans for April 16 Drive-by Mercy Hospital Auxiliary pulled pork luncheon were made during their April 13 meeting. Members signed up for jobs on a chart created by Clara White. Arrival time at St. Rose Hall was set.

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Columbus Public Library Hours

News Staff
Wednesday, April 14, 2021
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 Wednesdays 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursdays 4 p.m.-6 p.m. Fridays 8 a.m.-noon.
Baxter Springs Kiwanis Club members

Baxter Springs Kiwanis Club members

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Baxter Springs Kiwanis Club members

News Staff
Wednesday, April 14, 2021
Baxter Springs Kiwanis Club members Larry Cozier, Kelly Abbott, Todd Webb and Bryan Keene discuss the upcoming American Flag display program sponsored by the club. Local residents can have a large American Flag displayed at their business or home on flag flying holidays for $40 per year.

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Columbus Public Library Hours

News Staff
Monday, April 12, 2021
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 Wednesdays 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursdays 4 p.m.-6 p.m. Fridays 8 a.m.-noon.

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Johnston Public Library

News Staff
Monday, April 12, 2021
Temporary 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.
Tammy Miner has been a part of the Baxter Springs Sonic Drive-In team for over twenty years. She started in high school and worked through college before moving on to a new career then returning to serve as the assistant manager and is currently serving as the general manager.

Tammy Miner has been a part of the Baxter Springs Sonic Drive-In team for over twenty years. She started in high school and worked through college before moving on to a new career then returning to serve as the assistant manager and is currently serving as the general manager.

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Sonic Drive-In, serving Baxter Springs over 40 years

Amber Helwig Staff Writer
Monday, April 12, 2021
There is nothing more traditional Americana than a Sonic Drive In, famous for their 50’s car hop service, on Route 66. When you are in Baxter Springs, ready to eat, the team at the Sonic Drive-In will be waiting and ready to serve you.
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