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.

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.

K-State Grazing School scheduled for June 8

K-State Research and Extension - Wildcat District, Kansas Grazing Land Coalition, and NRCS will host Southeast Kansas Grazing and Forage School on June 8 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Southeast Research and Extension Center, 25092 Ness Rd., Parsons.This all-encompassing program will cover...

Earliest safety precaution signs were simple in design

The words “Stop, Look, Listen” might evoke song titles, childhood lessons or everyday common sense. The phrase comes from the 1800s; specifically, from the advent of railroads. Railroad travel was revolutionary, but, like most emerging technologies, brought new dangers along with its advantages.

Labette Community College issues honor rolls

Labette Community College (LCC) is pleased to announce the students who have been honored for their outstanding academic achievements during the Spring 2024 semester.

Sportsmen’s Association anglers take home tournament prizes

The Sportsman’s Club fishing tournament winners received prizes for the biggest fish in each age group. The six years old and under big fish was caught by Cooper Miller with an 8.6 pound catfish.

Historical fiction a favorite genre

My favorite kind of literature is historical fiction. When traveling, we sometimes visit places I’ve read about in books or periodicals.For instance, we visited a plantation and cemetery south of Franklin, TN which is the setting for the book “The Widow of the South”.

Meatball benefit for 4-H planned

Have you been curious about what has been going on at the 4-H Building?

Labette announces 100th graduating class

Labette Community College (LCC) announces its 100th graduating class, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s history.

PEO announces contest winners

P.E.O. International Chapter BT of Baxter Springs held a pie and cake auction at Baxter’s Cowtown Day celebration. Winners in the adult division were for cake: Lawana Binns, first place; Phyllis Abbott, second place; and Alma Cook, third place.