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Labette County Jail Report

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Friday, August 22, 2025
Wyatt Murphy Diediker, 18, was arrested Monday by Oswego Police officers on charges of rape; offender 18 or older and victim is under age 14 and aggravated indecent liberties with a child; offender 18 or over fondle a child under age 14 and is being held in lieu of $75,000 bail.The Information...

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Cherokee County Court Docket

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Friday, August 22, 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.
The Hot Rod and Hoses week-end at Scammon featured this West Mineral ladder truck holding the American Flag over the car show. The Saturday event had a big turnout.

The Hot Rod and Hoses week-end at Scammon featured this West Mineral ladder truck holding the American Flag over the car show. The Saturday event had a big turnout.

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The Hot Rod

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Friday, August 22, 2025

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County Econ Dev sets roundtable

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Friday, August 22, 2025
This isn’t just another meeting — it’s your chance to help shape the future of Cherokee County’s economy.Join fellow industry leaders to exchange insights, share challenges, and identify actionable strategies that support growth and workforce development in our community The Cherokee County...

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District 493 makes property purchase

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Friday, August 22, 2025
The purchase of two lots adjacent to the current Columbus School District bus barn was approved Monday night at their regular meeting.The lots at 813 and 821 South High School were purchased from Ty and Macy Messner for a total purchase price of $29,000.

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Booth openings at pop up shop

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Friday, August 22, 2025
Are you a local artisan or do you know any? Locally sourced goods and artisan creations are very on-trend.The State Theatre Event Center will be hosting a Pop Up Market on September 27.

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Donation will aid foster kids

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Friday, August 22, 2025
The Jasper County Missouri CASA endowment fund will significantly increase on Monday, August 25 when they formally accept a $50,000 donation from former Columbus residents Wes and Jan Houser.The presentation will take place at 11 a.m. at Jasper County CASA, 2421 East 20th St., Joplin, and will...

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Local flood plain plans set by state, feds

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Friday, August 22, 2025
A proposed Flood Insurance Rate Map update for Cherokee County was released for public review in August 2023.Before the new map is finalized, property owners and lessees will have one more opportunity to provide engineering data through their community during the official 90-day appeal process.The...
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