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Football contest winners

News Staff
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
The football contest is ending as it began, with the Eddington and the Bass families taking the prize money.Earl Eddington won first place missing just one game while Carolyn Eddington also missed one game but a different game for second place.

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Casino drops in revenue

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Wednesday, November 12, 2025
A large decrease in revenue at Kansas Crossing Casino in Pittsburg led to a major drop in Cherokee County’s share of the casino’s income. The county received $32,375.50 for their share in October 2025.
Steve Kresyman

Steve Kresyman

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Steve Kresyman

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Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Steve Kresyman was dipping noodles at the Knights of Columbus fundraiser Thursday, November 6. News Report photo by Shawn Churchill. 

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City utility billing system operational

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Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Significant progress has been made by the City of Columbus staff in restoring the utility billing and financial computer systems.“We are happy to report we were able to successfully process the November utility bills in our system on Friday afternoon,” City Administrator Jake Letner said.
Jason Allison, faithfully served the Columbus Fire Department for 33 years. Jason stepped down earlier this year. He was presented with a plaque to show the department’s appreciation for his decades of dedication and service. Assistant Chief Steve Burton and Chief Steven Burton presented the plaque. Photo courtesy Columbus Fire Department.

Jason Allison, faithfully served the Columbus Fire Department for 33 years. Jason stepped down earlier this year. He was presented with a plaque to show the department’s appreciation for his decades of dedication and service. Assistant Chief Steve Burton and Chief Steven Burton presented the plaque. Photo courtesy Columbus Fire Department.

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Using heat capacity of soil, water

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Thursday, November 6, 2025
Soil, along with many other uses, acts as a powerful moderator of temperature and climate. Volumetric heat capacity is the energy required to change the temperature of a substance.

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Mercy Auxiliary gets new member

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Thursday, November 6, 2025
Discussion of the recent booth at the Columbus Day Festival was discussed by members of Mercy Auxiliary at the October 21 meeting. A new member, Michelle Mosler, was welcomed to the group.The meeting was called to Order by President Brenda Barret. Nineteen members were present.

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Cherokee County Court Docket

News Staff
Thursday, November 6, 2025
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.

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Cherokee County Jail Report

News Staff
Thursday, November 6, 2025
Earl Michael Tracy, 65, was arrested Wednesday by Cherokee County Sheriff’s Deputies on charges of driving under the influence and interference with law enforcement; obstruct or resist and is being held without bail.Christopher Dalton Ray, 35, was arrested Wednesday by Cherokee County Sheriff’s...
Meals On Wheels Lunch Menu

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Meals On Wheels Lunch Menu

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Thursday, November 6, 2025
Meals are for those 60 years or older. Consultation with SEK-AAA dietitian may be arranged. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.To order or cancel a meal, please call your site between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. on the day before.
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