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Baxter Springs Homecoming royalty coronation took place Friday night, September 12 during the football game against Afton. Joshua Beeler was named King and Kloey Bowman was crowned Queen. Baxter crushed Afton 40-8. Photo by Taylor Cox, BHS senior.

Baxter Springs Homecoming royalty coronation took place Friday night, September 12 during the football game against Afton. Joshua Beeler was named King and Kloey Bowman was crowned Queen. Baxter crushed Afton 40-8. Photo by Taylor Cox, BHS senior.

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Baxter Springs Homecoming royalty coronation

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Thursday, September 18, 2025
Holding the quilt donated to the museum by Annette Lopp Robertson are Doris Richardson and Carol Phelps.

Holding the quilt donated to the museum by Annette Lopp Robertson are Doris Richardson and Carol Phelps.

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Quilt displays family history

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Tuesday, September 16, 2025
A quilt made by the grandmother of Anette Lopp Robertson was donated to the museum recently. Robertson, along with her club members of the Sherwin Christian Church Home Demonstration Unit brought the quilt to the museum. It was made in 1938.

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Labette County Jail Report

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Tuesday, September 16, 2025
Wilbur Luther Nading, 51, was arrested Saturday by Chetopa Police officers on charges of interference with law enforcement; conceal, alter or destroy evidence, interference with law enforcement, criminal damage to property, pedestrians under the influence of alcohol or drugs, criminal trespass,...

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Reducing hay waste improves profit

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Tuesday, September 16, 2025
Wendie Powell Livestock Production Agent, Wildcat Extension DistrictReducing hay waste will improve the efficiency and profitability of cattle operations. Several research studies have been conducted, determining hay waste by feeder type.

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Cherokee County Jail Report

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Tuesday, September 16, 2025
Kenneth Jacob Slankard, 25, was arrested Sunday by Cherokee County Sheriff’s Deputies on charges of identity theft and interference with law enforcement; obstruct or resist and is being held without bail.Jason Whitecrow Perry, 52, was arrested Sunday by Bureau of Indian Affairs on charges of...

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Cherokee County Court Docket

News Staff
Tuesday, September 16, 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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Register early for car show, 5K

News Staff
Tuesday, September 16, 2025
If you plan to participate in the Official Columbus Day Car Show, preregistration is available for $12 through Becky at Real Pro Reality or at the Chamber office. On the day of the event, registration will cost $15.
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