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County recycling centers may close

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Monday, October 27, 2025
Recycling services in the City of Columbus will cease due to the closing of Southeast Kansas Recycling Center in Pittsburg.This is the location where Cherokee County takes the recycling from the cities.

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Community ‘trunk or treat’ events planned

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Monday, October 27, 2025
Baxter Springs Kiwanis Key Club will host a Trunk and Treat Extravaganza at Kiwanis Park October 30, from 5 p.m.-6:30 p.m.Tricky Trunk or Treat at Spring River Mental Health and Wellness, 6524 SE Quakervale Road, Riverton, will be held Thursday, October 30, 6 p.m.-8 p.m. and will include the annual...
The Cherokee County Farmers Coop was recognized by the Department of Commerce as the Southeast Kansas Agribusiness Regional Award winner. Accepting the award were Paul Evans, Deven Foster, Jeff Karsten, Manager Matt Case, Lt. Governor David Towland, Josh Green and Tison Culley. Courtesy photo.

The Cherokee County Farmers Coop was recognized by the Department of Commerce as the Southeast Kansas Agribusiness Regional Award winner. Accepting the award were Paul Evans, Deven Foster, Jeff Karsten, Manager Matt Case, Lt. Governor David Towland, Josh Green and Tison Culley. Courtesy photo.

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Farmer’s Coop recognized by State

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Monday, October 27, 2025
The Cherokee County Farmer’s Cooperative was recognized by the Kansas Department of Commerce as the Southeast Kansas Agribusiness Regional Award Winner at the “To The Stars” Kansas Business awards event recently in Pittsburg.The statewide program honors businesses that drive growth, create...

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Cherokee County Jail Report

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Thursday, October 23, 2025
Dakota Michael Winton, 26, was arrested Wednesday by Baxter Springs Police officers on charges of driving under the influence and was released on $445 bail.Clinton Dee Gearhardt, 43, was arrested Wednesday by Cherokee County Sheriff’s Deputies on two counts of violation of offender registration act...

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Keep on guard against scammers

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Thursday, October 23, 2025
Julie Smith Family Resource Management and Entrepreneurship Agent, Wildcat Extension DistrictDid you know that three out of four people will be exposed to a scam of some sort this year?

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Cherokee County Court Docket

News Staff
Thursday, October 23, 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.
Meals On Wheels Lunch Menu

Meals On Wheels Lunch Menu

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Meals On Wheels Lunch Menu

News Staff
Thursday, October 23, 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.
Columbus Day scarecrow contest showcases many themes

Columbus Day scarecrow contest showcases many themes

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Columbus Day scarecrow contest showcases many themes

News Staff
Thursday, October 23, 2025
There were several unique entries in the annual scarecrow contest during the Columbus Day Festival. Above Ruff Puppies styled their entry as a grooming salon. Photo by Shawn Churchill. At left Los Lunas’ very creative entry was colorful and musical. Courtesy photo.

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CALENDAR

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Thursday, October 23, 2025
Friday, October 24 •Titan Football at Parsons 7 p.m.•Clean and Serene Narcotics Anonymous meeting Galena Community Room 6 p.m.Saturday, October 25•Titan Cross Country Regionals•Lady Titan Volleyball Substate•Breaking the Chains of Addiction Narcotics Anonymous Spiritual Support Group at the...
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