Protect yourself from common scams

A class focusing on common scams that citizens are facing locally will be presented by the Cherokee County Sheriff’s office and is sponsored by the Cherokee County Farm Bureau.Learn how to recognize fraud, reject it and report it, protecting yourself from scams through awareness.Plan now to attend...

Longtime mail carrier Wydick retires

Recently, longtime rural mail carrier Pam Wydick retired after serving the community. Wydick has been working for the postal service for over 35 years in various roles. “l started working at the Weir Post Office under postmaster Jerry Simone in May 1989 as a Postmaster Relief,” she said.

Farm Bureau Convention a magical adventure

People traveling to Anaheim, Calif., are usually in search of a magical adventure at Disneyland. This past weekend it was one of the most magical places on earth for farm leaders as the site of the American Farm Bureau Convention.It has been a few years since I last attended the event.

Galena students graduate from Fort Hays State

Fort Hays State University has announced their fall 2025 graduates.The following students from Galena have completed degrees.Chase Garrett, Master of Science, Computer Science; Isaac Welch, Bachelor of Science in Technology Leadership and Amanda Wilson, Bachelor of Arts, Psychology.Fort Hays State...

Preparations for lambing season

Adaven Rohling Diversified Agriculture and Natural Resource Agent, Wildcat Extension DistrictKidding and lambing season is right around the corner or may have already for some. Before lambing and kidding start, it is essential to check your supplies to ensure you have everything needed.

Cherokee County Jail Report

David Laroy Robinette, 37, was arrested Monday by Galena Police officers on charges of unlawful license plate, unlawful registration, vehicle liability insurance required and driving while suspended and is being held in lieu of $2,500 bail.Rayden Reann Stone, 23, was arrested Sunday by Galena...

Labette County Jail Report

Shane Eldon Beery, 50, was arrested Saturday by Oswego Police officers on charges of defective headlamps on motor vehicle and driving while license suspended, cancelled or revoked and was released on $673.50 bail.Shawn Austin Parker, 56, was arrested Monday, January 5, by Oswego Police officers on...

US 250th anniversary revives interest in colonial Americana

With 2026 bringing the 250th anniversary of the United States, will we see a revival of interest in colonial American furniture? It’s happened with previous anniversaries.