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Darena Jameson with Fluffy Butt Farms brought chicks to the Coop for Chick Day. Several varieties were available for sale.

Darena Jameson with Fluffy Butt Farms brought chicks to the Coop for Chick Day. Several varieties were available for sale.

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Darena Jameson

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Monday, April 20, 2026
Linda Garrison and Cheryl Vanatta were bagging to go orders at the fundraiser for Jenny Shilts recently. News Report photo by Tanya Woolsey.

Linda Garrison and Cheryl Vanatta were bagging to go orders at the fundraiser for Jenny Shilts recently. News Report photo by Tanya Woolsey.

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Linda Garrison and Cheryl Vanatta

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Monday, April 20, 2026
Ross Davis from Baxter High School shared information about the E-Sports program at a recent Baxter Springs PEO meeting. Five members of the team attended the meeting including (not in order) Kyra Brundise, Meeka Brundise, Mariah Martin, Keely Bresee and Isabella Lingo. Courtesy photo.

Ross Davis from Baxter High School shared information about the E-Sports program at a recent Baxter Springs PEO meeting. Five members of the team attended the meeting including (not in order) Kyra Brundise, Meeka Brundise, Mariah Martin, Keely Bresee and Isabella Lingo. Courtesy photo.

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E-Sports team visits Baxter Springs Chapter BT PEO meeting

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Thursday, April 16, 2026
E-Sports were the topic at the recent Chapter BT of International P.E.O. meeting April 6 in Baxter Springs.Ross Davis from Baxter High School shared information about the ESports program. This is the third year for the program at the high school. Seventeen students participate.
Southeast FFA senior, Kendyl Renn, was presented the FFA senior appreciation award from Dr. Kurtis Gregory, Cherokee County Farm Bureau representative at a recent ceremony. Courtesy photo.

Southeast FFA senior, Kendyl Renn, was presented the FFA senior appreciation award from Dr. Kurtis Gregory, Cherokee County Farm Bureau representative at a recent ceremony. Courtesy photo.

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Southeast FFA senior, Kendyl Renn

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Thursday, April 16, 2026
Family and friends joined Joyce Parsons in celebration of her 90th Birthday. The group gathered at the 4H Building in Columbus for the event.

Family and friends joined Joyce Parsons in celebration of her 90th Birthday. The group gathered at the 4H Building in Columbus for the event.

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Recent trip to Nashville, Tennessee sparks memories

Jackie Mundt Pratt County Farmer And Rancher
Monday, April 6, 2026
During a recent trip to Nashville, I found myself thinking about the first time I landed at that very same airport. I was 19, headed to the RFD-TV studios to record a special with Orion Samuelson. At the time, it felt like a big moment — one of those early milestones that help shape a life.
Naomi Goforth spoke to the Sheridan Homemakers about the benefits of milling one’s own flour. Courtesy photos.

Naomi Goforth spoke to the Sheridan Homemakers about the benefits of milling one’s own flour. Courtesy photos.

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Guests featured at Sheridan Homemakers meet

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Monday, April 6, 2026
Sheridan Homemakers of Cherokee County meets the third Thursday of each month at the Extension Office. Most meetings begin at 1 p.m.

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Auxiliary names first ‘Pink of the Month’

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Monday, April 6, 2026
It was announced at the March 17 meeting of the Columbus Mercy Auxiliary Clara White has been named the first “Pink of the Month”. She will be honored by a photo and article displayed on the coffee cart on clinic days.The meeting was called to order by Vice President Melissa Torchia.
The choice of peace

The choice of peace

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The choice of peace

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Thursday, March 26, 2026
When Christ entered Jerusalem, as we celebrate on Palm Sunday, he was greeted by excited and joyous crowds. A further acknowledgement of the historical circumstances surrounding this event from scripture leads to great reflection on the Gospel.
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