Awards to Life Christian students presented at ceremony

Three Most Valuable Player awards were presented to Life Christian School students for their efforts in the Midstates Christian League. Those receiving awards were Laurell Turk in the junior league and Isabell Turk and Emma Mammenga both in the senior league.

Car show, games raise funds for Chief Daniels family

The “Dunk A Cop” booth was a popular contest, especially with the youngsters in attendance at the Car Show fundraiser for the family of the late chief of police, Jason Daniels. In addition to local police officers taking a dip, Municipal Judge John Bullard also “took one for the team.

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.

Johnston Public Library Hours

Mondays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Fridays 9 a.m.-. 5 p.m. Saturdays 9 a.m. - Noon Masks are encouraged, but not required. 210 W. 10th, Baxter Springs.

Central Elementary announces honor rolls

Central Elementary School in Baxter Springs has announced the second semester honor rolls.

Four family benefit dinner to be held

A benefit dinner to assist four area families is planned for Wednesday, June 12. The event will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Columbus 4-H Building and will offer drive by, delivery and dine in options.

PEO Scholarship winner introduced at meeting

P.E.O. Star Scholarship recipient, Taylor Hudson and her mother, Mandy Hudson, were introduced at the Baxter Springs Chapter BT of the P.E.O. International meeting Monday May 20.Taylor Hudson spoke about her future plans and goals.

Columbus USD 493 faculty, staff recognized at breakfast

A local funeral director was recognized at the Kansas Funeral Directors Association, Inc. (KFDA) 127th Annual Convention held April 28 through May 1, in Topeka .

Annual SKIL customer appreciation day draws large crowd

Shari Coatney, director of SKIL told those present that the disabled are the largest voting block in America. “We can make a difference in the country,” she said. “You are in control by showing up at the polls. Learn about what is important to you and vote.

Pastor encourages seniors to look toward a Godly future

 Pastor of Grace Community Church Riverton High School Baccalaureate speaker It is good to be here to honor you and give this blessing today I offer greetings to all of our “adults” and adults in the room today.