Almost time for All School Reunion

Several classes have sent their alumni information on the upcoming 2023 All school reunion – the committee says “Thank You” to those classes.

Chamber activities from A-Z

Some of the programs, projects and activities of your Columbus Chamber of Commerce include being ambassadors, awards and the annual meeting, All School Reunion, brochures, business coffee’s, beautification programs.

Grants available for groups, organizations

Did you know there is a grant available to organizations or groups planning an event that will bring more visitors to Cherokee County, who will be staying overnight in county accommodations? It seems that many are still unaware of this grant.

C of C promotes tourism in Columbus

Did you know that brochures, maps and guides are the number one influencer of visitors during their trip? According to the latest Visitor Research study conducted by Bentley University, “printed media remains the preferred method of in-market information for visitors.”

Amish country is setting for mystery thriller

Love to Read The book “All Good People Here” is set in Amish country just south and a few miles east of South Bend, Indiana— the home of the “Fighting Irish”/Notre Dame. This mystery/suspenseful thriller had me constantly guessing as to “who dunnit”.

Celebration planned for Leroy’s eightieth birthday

There will be an 80th birthday celebration for Laura Leroy Saturday, January 7 at the Columbus Community Building from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. Hosts for the celebration will be Leroy’s daughter Terri Houdashelt and husband Kim and son John Leroy and wife Terri as well as her grandchildren and...

Dean’s List announced by Missouri Southern

Missouri Southern State University has announced the Fall 2022 Dean’s List.

Reservations required for Scottish Rite dinner

All members of the Valley of Southeast Kansas Lodge of Perfection are asked to attend the December 31 Derek and Trish Holmes Bill and Robin Jones January 1 Gene and Donna Barrett Randy and Christi Blackburn Bob and Sue Cook Steve and Linda Hall January 2 David and Cherlyn Ingram Stated...

Columbus Public Library holds December meeting

Columbus Public Library Board met December 12. The meeting was called to order at 6:08 p.m. by President Curtis Wheatley. Also present were board members: Becky Shearburn, Jessica Rider, Kelly Walters, Linda Griffitt, and Becky Glover Staff members present: Lauren Dainty.

PRIDE Christmas lighting contest entries

PRIDE Christmas lighting contest entries