Winter brings transition to farm chores

There have been clear signs we have transitioned into another season on the farm. The temperatures have dropped, the geese are flying and the kids are counting down the days until their winter break begins.Fall harvest kept us busy for an extra month this year.

Give the gift of experiences this holiday

Michelle Broxterman Family and Child Development Extension Agent, Wildcat Extension District,As the holiday rush kicks in, more and more parents are starting to question the old tradition of piling toys under the tree.

Cherokee County Jail Report

Matthew D. Haviland, 38, was arrested by Columbus Police officers on charges of domestic battery; knowing or reckless bodily harm and was released on $1,500 bail.Zachary Jonathan Gibbens, 34, was arrested Sunday by Baxter Springs Police officers on charges of fleeing or attempting to elude;...

Labette County Jail Report

Shane Michael Kloog, 39, was arrested Sunday by Chetopa Police officers on charges of driving while suspended and vehicle liability insurance required and was released on $550 bail.The Information presented in this column is collected from the Labette County Sheriff’s Department and includes...

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.

Titans of the Week

District ChoirPiper Hayes India Daniels Jacianna HeflinDistrict BandAva Hulvey, Madeline Graham, Britni Rooney, Ava Allison, Ally Atkin, Madalyn Coons, Kierra Gharmalkar, Isaac JohnsonEleven Columbus Unified High School Students were selected by live audition as members of the SE KMEA District...

CALENDAR

Tuesday, December 9•Kids Christmas Bingo Columbus Public Library.

Charles Atkinson is Kansas Ag hero of December

For Charles Atkinson, agriculture isn’t just a livelihood—it’s a legacy, a mission, and an act of stewardship rooted in faith and family.A sixth-generation farmer from Great Bend, Charles has spent over four decades working the land, raising cattle, and advocating for Kansas farmers at the highest...

Emergency Management director is terminated

Following two executive sessions, the Cherokee County Commissioners terminated the County’s Emergency Management Director Matt Haviland at their regularly scheduled meeting Monday morning.The dismissal was filed without a reason by the commissioners following their meetings.Haviland, was arrested...

Chamber parade contest winners are announced

Despite the nippy weather the annual Columbus Christmas opening and parade went off with an appreciative and large crowd.The annual tree lighting by the Lions Club, on the steps of the Courthouse, kicked off an evening of entertainment concluding with the parade.The puzzle winners were Jace Evans...