Late-season fly surge could be just around corner

As we move into the latter part of the growing season, it is time to consider late-summer and fall pests, as well as your plans for next year.

Growing up on small farm allowed experiences

Growing up on a small farm in central New Mexico allowed me the opportunity to experience many things that the majority of my classmates did not. Several of those experiences are core memories that I now associate with summertime on the farm.

A major water leak erupted in Baxter Springs Saturday

Stolen vehicle located outside Galena

A vehicle reported stolen out of Galena was located Thursday August 13 at an address outside the city. Galena Police officers contacted the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Department for assistance.

Register now for Little Mister, Miss

There are only two weeks left to register your child in the Little Mr. and Miss Columbus contest, happening during the Columbus Day Festival. Children ages three to five who reside in the Columbus USD 493 School District may enter by stopping by the Commerce Bank to register by Friday, August 28.

Cherokee County Court Docket

This is the schedule of the District Court Room with Judge Maradeth Frederick presiding. All of the hearings, conferences, arraignments, dismissals, appearances and trials are open to the public. They are also subject to change or cancellation without notice.

Cherokee County Jail Report

Roscoe Deen Crane, 43, was arrested Wednesday by Bureau of Indian Affairs on a warrant and is being held in lieu of $750 bail.