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Johnston Public Library Hours

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Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Mondays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Fridays 9 a.m.-. 5 p.m. Saturdays 9 a.m. - Noon 210 W. 10th, Baxter Springs.
Dr. Brian Smith recognized Buddy Derfelt for 25 years of teaching.

Dr. Brian Smith recognized Buddy Derfelt for 25 years of teaching.

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Teachers recognized for 25 years of service

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Friday, May 30, 2025
More than 650 teachers from 115 school districts in Kansas -- including Columbus -- with 25 or more years of service to education were honored by the School of Education at the University of Kansas.Receiving the recognition from Columbus were Buddy Derfelt, CJSHS biology teacher, Debra Tocchi,...
The Columbus High School volleyball team was fundraising early this week with a bake sale. The girls worked the community. Those participating were Jalie Fouts, Marilyn Pelt, Bella Box, Reise Cartin and Trinity Green. Ivana Basauri and Olivia Perdue.

The Columbus High School volleyball team was fundraising early this week with a bake sale. The girls worked the community. Those participating were Jalie Fouts, Marilyn Pelt, Bella Box, Reise Cartin and Trinity Green. Ivana Basauri and Olivia Perdue.

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The Columbus High School

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Friday, May 30, 2025

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Compass Academy returns to Columbus

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Friday, May 30, 2025
Once again Junior High students at Columbus will be participating in the Compass Academy program.During the month of June students will be attending the program Monday through Friday 9 a.m.to 3:30 p.m.The program develops students into Learners and Leaders who are ready to contribute to their local...

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Two weekends for kids fishing tournaments

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Friday, May 30, 2025
Despite all the rainy weather the fishing season is well underway in Southeast Kansas.No less than four kids fishing tournaments are planned for the next two upcoming weekends.The kick-off is already underway, sponsored by the Columbus Bass Club their third annual fishing tournament.

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Former deputy arraigned in Massachusetts

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Friday, May 30, 2025
A former Cherokee County sheriff’s deputy turned himself in at Fall River Massachusetts District Court after an investigation into his alleged inappropriate relationship with a Massachusetts juvenile.Garrett Gayoso 24, was arraigned on charges of obscene matter to a minor, pose/exhibit a child in...

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Sports Hall nominations sought

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Friday, May 30, 2025
A new round of nominations is open for consideration for the Columbus Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony to be held October 10.

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Hamilton named to Graceland Dean’s List

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Friday, May 30, 2025
The honor roll lists for Graceland University’s 2025 spring term have been announced, and Brett Hamilton of Columbus has been named to the Dean’s List.Graceland University students with a Grade Point Average between 3.25 and 3.64 are named to the Dean’s List.Founded in 1895 and sponsored by...

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Labette County Jail Report

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Friday, May 30, 2025
Kris Dewayne Spencer, 50, was arrested Tuesday by Oswego Police officers on charges of aggravated assault, criminal threat and criminal damage to property and is being held without bail.The Information presented in this column is collected from the Labette County Sheriff’s Department and includes...

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Riverton High School announces honor rolls

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Friday, May 30, 2025
Chad Harper, principal of Riverton High School, has announced the honor rolls for the fourth quarter.Those named to the Superintendent’s Honor Roll making a 4.000-4.000 Grade Point Average include Freshmen Ava Coleman, Joseigh Forgey, Grady Gorman, Sean Hilderbrand, Kynlee King, Kyndel Kinsley and...
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