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Kristi Fintner and Donna Campbell discuss photo placement on the page of a scrapbook. Everyone seems to be happy to offer advice when someone has a question.

Kristi Fintner and Donna Campbell discuss photo placement on the page of a scrapbook. Everyone seems to be happy to offer advice when someone has a question.

Annual scrapbooking event at St. Bridget’s draws large crowd

Creative individuals gathered together Friday night and all-day Saturday for the annual scrapbooking and crafting extravaganza held at St. Bridget’s Parish Hall in Scammon.What began 13 years ago with 25 crafters has more than doubled in size and draws individuals from as near as across the street...

Columbus Public Library Hours

Mondays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday 9 a.m-6 p.m. Thursdays 9 a.m.-6 a.m. Fridays 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. Saturdays 10 a.m.-noon.Curbside service will be available upon request.
Dobkins receives KSA scholarship

Dobkins receives KSA scholarship

Dobkins receives KSA scholarship

Each year the Kansas Sheriffs’ Association awards up to $18,000 worth of educational scholarships to eligible KSA members or family members.Columbus High School graduate Chesney Dobkins has been selected as one of this year’s recipients.The Scholarship Committee, chaired by Lyon County Sheriff Jeff...
Come, go birthday party planned for Wanda Tillman

Come, go birthday party planned for Wanda Tillman

Come, go birthday party planned for Wanda Tillman

Everyone is invited to join in the celebration of Wanda Tillman’s 91st birthday.The event will be held Saturday, June 29 at HUB 308.Come and go from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.Just come and wish Wanda a happy birthday, no gifts.HUB 308 is located at 308 South East Avenue, Columbus.

Columbus Public Library Hours

Mondays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday 9 a.m-6 p.m. Thursdays 9 a.m.-6 a.m. Fridays 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. Saturdays 10 a.m.-noon.Curbside service will be available upon request.
No major ‘oops’ at museum

No major ‘oops’ at museum

No major ‘oops’ at museum

We made it through another month and did not have too many oops. Well, at least no major ones.Some days it is a real surprise what I find when I unlock the door and come in. At least once a week I am greeted by a centipede.
While temperatures

While temperatures

While temperatures

While temperatures have for the most part continued to be on the moderate side, there has still been a good turnout at the Columbus City Pool. Temperatures are expected to be much warmer this week, so even more youngsters and adults will likely take advantage of the local pool.

Business, health EXPO 2024 set

The Columbus Chamber of Commerce Business EXPO/Health Fair, 2024 will be letting the public know what is available in Cherokee County and Columbus.

Chamber welcomes new member

The Columbus Chamber of Commerce would like to welcome the newest member: Puddle Jumpers Liquor (formally Larry’s Discount Liquor), 707 E. Country Road, owned by Rodney and Susan Oels. (Clay decided to retire, but Terse will continue to be in the store).