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Plans underway for Columbus Day Festival

News Staff
Tuesday, May 16, 2023
The Columbus Day committee spends a whole year putting the festival together and inquiries about vendor space start coming in by February. The committee is accepting 2023 vendor space applications. Several food and craft vendors have already registered.

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Third Thursday coffee May 18

News Staff
Tuesday, May 16, 2023
This Page Sponsored By These Chamber Members The Chamber of Commerce Third Thursday coffee for the month of May will be hosted by Farmers Co-op Agronomy Center on S. Hwy 69 on May 18 from 8 a.m. to 9 or 9:30 am.
Southeast recognizes retirees, years of service at ceremony

Southeast recognizes retirees, years of service at ceremony

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Southeast recognizes retirees, years of service at ceremony

News Staff
Tuesday, May 16, 2023
Mike Bowman was recognized for his retirement after 17 years with USD247. Superintendent Dr. Brad Miner presented him with a clock Jim Rockers his retirement after 16 years with USD247. Dr. Brad Miner presented him with a clock. Rockers also received the KU award.
March winds didn’t bring much rain

March winds didn’t bring much rain

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March winds didn’t bring much rain

News Staff
Tuesday, May 16, 2023
March winds plus April showers equals May flowers. This is what I have been told. We had March winds. In April we had 2.4 inches of rain. We don’t expect too many flowers in May. Right now, the flowerbed is growing weeds. Hopefully, we will have something colorful by the end of May.
Park Elementary students, Liberty Utilities plant trees

Park Elementary students, Liberty Utilities plant trees

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Park Elementary students, Liberty Utilities plant trees

News Staff
Tuesday, May 16, 2023
Cole Watkins, Abbi Hall, Addi Cox, Delilah Friel, Mariah Moser, Willow Patton, Mila Luna, Lanelle Richens, Zylus Adams, Brantly Redden, and Hadley Bessman show off their newly planted tree. Liberty Utilities provided the trees and assisted with planting.

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Columbus Public Library Hours

News Staff
Friday, May 12, 2023
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.

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Johnston Public Library Hours

News Staff
Friday, May 12, 2023
Mondays 9 p.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursdays 9 a.m.-5 a.m. Fridays 9 a.m.-. 5 p.m. Saturdays 9 a.m. - Noon Masks are encouraged, but not required. 210 W. 10th, Baxter Springs.
A going away party held Friday for Betha Elliott as she leaves her post at Cherokee County Heath Department director after 36 years with the department. Attending the party were Carolyn Miller, retired administrator at the Montgomery County Health Department and Debbi Baugher, retired director of the Labette County Health Department. The three long time friends have all retired in the same year.

A going away party held Friday for Betha Elliott as she leaves her post at Cherokee County Heath Department director after 36 years with the department. Attending the party were Carolyn Miller, retired administrator at the Montgomery County Health Department and Debbi Baugher, retired director of the Labette County Health Department. The three long time friends have all retired in the same year.

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Chapter BT PEO hears about Cowtown Days

News Staff
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
In anticipation of Cowtown Days weekend, the Monday, May 1 meeting of Chapter BT of P.E.O. International used that as the theme. The tables were decorated with cowboys, horses, boots, and cows.
Robinson graduates with degree in law

Robinson graduates with degree in law

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Robinson graduates with degree in law

News Staff
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
A former Columbus resident, Bruce J. Robinson, is graduating with a Law Degree from Wake Forest University School of Law in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Graduation is scheduled for May 12. Robinson is the son of Jannell Robinson of Columbus and has a brother, Rob Mikowlski of Galena.
New Future Farmers of America officers for 2023-2024 include: (not in order) Sentinel- Trinity Green, Reporter- Hannah Johnson, Treasurer- Brylie Johnson, Secretary- Madisen Rand, Vice President- Dallas Scott, and President- Cole Youngblood. KC Youngblood is the FFA advisor. Courtesy photo.

New Future Farmers of America officers for 2023-2024 include: (not in order) Sentinel- Trinity Green, Reporter- Hannah Johnson, Treasurer- Brylie Johnson, Secretary- Madisen Rand, Vice President- Dallas Scott, and President- Cole Youngblood. KC Youngblood is the FFA advisor. Courtesy photo.

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Students recognized at Future Farmers of America banquet

Madisen Rand And Hannah Johnson
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
The Columbus Future Farmers of America chapter hosted its annual Awards Banquet April 26, to recognize the achievements of FFA members throughout the year.
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