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Saturday morning a parade of fire trucks will move from the old fire station to the new Military Avenue located fire station at 9:30 a.m. This will be followed by a ribbon cutting at 10 a.m. and an open house. The city will be hosting a fun packed evening with free snow cones and cotton candy, sponsored by the Baxter Springs Kiwanis beginning at 5 p.m.

Saturday morning a parade of fire trucks will move from the old fire station to the new Military Avenue located fire station at 9:30 a.m. This will be followed by a ribbon cutting at 10 a.m. and an open house. The city will be hosting a fun packed evening with free snow cones and cotton candy, sponsored by the Baxter Springs Kiwanis beginning at 5 p.m.

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Saturday morning a parade of fire trucks

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Thursday, July 3, 2025

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Columbus Public Library Hours

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Thursday, July 3, 2025
Mondays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday 9 a.m-6 p.m. Thursdays 9 a.m.-6 a.m. Fridays 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. Saturdays 10 a.m.-noon.Curbside service will be available upon request.

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Safety tips for consumer fireworks

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Monday, June 30, 2025
The State Fire Marshal reminds Kansans that the 2025 consumer fireworks season officially began Friday, June 20, and ends Sunday, July 7.
The art work of Lucas Haviland and the other students was displayed on the Junior High School walls during the Compass Academy Network graduation ceremonies.

The art work of Lucas Haviland and the other students was displayed on the Junior High School walls during the Compass Academy Network graduation ceremonies.

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SEK native joins CAN team

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Monday, June 30, 2025
Johnna Norton joins Compass Academy Network as its new Chief Administrative Officer, bringing deep community roots and proven leadership in education, philanthropy, and youth service.Born and raised in Southeast Kansas, Norton officially began her role on June 2 and will help steer the...
Connecting Point church members recently spent some time cleaning and doing yard work at Cherry Creek and Central Apartments. Don Willey, Mamie Houser and Ralph Houser were among those assisting.

Connecting Point church members recently spent some time cleaning and doing yard work at Cherry Creek and Central Apartments. Don Willey, Mamie Houser and Ralph Houser were among those assisting.

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The power of commitment

Jackie Mundt Pratt County Farmer And Rancher
Monday, June 30, 2025
A few weeks ago, I hit a milestone that seems silly but gave me a huge sense of accomplishment.

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Cherokee County Jail Report

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Monday, June 30, 2025
Joseph Lee Ladel Ashley-McCammon, 21, was arrested Sunday by Baxter Springs Police officers on charges of failure to stop at an accident, reckless driving, vehicle liability insurance required and criminal damage to property and as released on $1,495 bail.Gerald Del Thompson, 32, was arrested...

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Figuring out what’s digging in your lawn

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Monday, June 30, 2025
Adaven Rohling Diversified Agriculture and Natural Resource Agent, Wildcat Extension DistrictFrom late spring into summer, it is common to receive questions regarding what animal is digging holes in a lawn or flowerbed.

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Cherokee County Court Docket

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Monday, June 30, 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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CALENDAR

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Monday, June 30, 2025
Tuesday, July 1•Bunco activities at the Cherokee County Hospitality Center 516 N. Kansas 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Everyone welcome.•LEPC meets 9 a.m. at the Sheriff’s Department •County Economic Development Commission meets at 6:30 p.m. in the Economic Development office.•Recovery through Christ Fellowship 7...
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