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Ramirez-Perez in the “Rising Stars” concert at Pittsburg State University. The three students won the Concerto Aria Competition. Courtesy photo. Hurtado, saxophonist from Galena will join Sara Flesner and Alex

Ramirez-Perez in the “Rising Stars” concert at Pittsburg State University. The three students won the Concerto Aria Competition. Courtesy photo. Hurtado, saxophonist from Galena will join Sara Flesner and Alex

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Galena student to perform at Pitt State ‘Rising Stars’ concert

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Thursday, May 1, 2025
Three accomplished student musicians who won the Concerto Aria Competition — one from Galena, one from Neodesha, and one from Grove, Oklaho-ma — will be featured in this year’s “Rising Stars” concert by the Southeast Kansas Symphony at Pittsburg State University on Sunday, May 4.The concert will...

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Cherokee County Jail Report

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Thursday, May 1, 2025
Benjamin Allen Graham, 42, was arrested Wednesday by Columbus Police officers on charges of domestic battery; physical contact in rude manner and is being held without bail.Jenny Sue Stephenson, 47, was arrested Wednesday by Cherokee County Sheriff’s Deputies on charges of failure to appear and is...

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Cherokee County Court Docket

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Thursday, May 1, 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, April 28, 2025
Tuesday, April 29•Titan Golf hosting tournament, 1 p.m. at Brush Creek Golf Course•Titan JV Baseball hosting CNC double header vs Colgan, 4:30 p.m. Community Field Ball Park•Baxter Springs American Legion Ham and Bean feed at 1303 Military 5 p.m.-7 p.m. includes fried potatoes, cornbread, dessert...
Four Columbus knife enthusiasts were prize winners at the recent Kansas Custom Knife Makers Association meeting on April 19th at the Dickinson County Heritage Center in Abilene. Todd Murdock the unofficial best ax award, Phil Evans best hunter award and best of show, Mike Pace best folder and Kurtis Baylor won the best knife competition and the cutting competition. Courtesy photo.

Four Columbus knife enthusiasts were prize winners at the recent Kansas Custom Knife Makers Association meeting on April 19th at the Dickinson County Heritage Center in Abilene. Todd Murdock the unofficial best ax award, Phil Evans best hunter award and best of show, Mike Pace best folder and Kurtis Baylor won the best knife competition and the cutting competition. Courtesy photo.

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Four Columbus knife enthusiasts

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Monday, April 28, 2025
Farmer’s Cooperative Board member Kolby Chrz serves chicken to Kelly Robison at the 75 annual meeting of the local cooperative. The board members and employees serve the members of the coop.

Farmer’s Cooperative Board member Kolby Chrz serves chicken to Kelly Robison at the 75 annual meeting of the local cooperative. The board members and employees serve the members of the coop.

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Coop hosts members on 75th anniversary

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Monday, April 28, 2025
In recognition of their 75 years, the Cherokee County Farmers Cooperative held their annual dinner and meeting in the Columbus High School cafeteria and auditorium.

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Cowtown Days to open Friday night

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Monday, April 28, 2025
Cowtown Days returns to Baxter Springs this Friday night celebrating the history of the first Cowtown in Kansas and the early years of the community.
Donna Westervelt

Donna Westervelt

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Westervelt appointed Labette Bank manager

Donna Westervelt
Monday, April 28, 2025
The announcement of the promotion of Donna Westervelt to the position of Branch Manager of Labette Bank’s Columbus location today is a reflection of her hard work and commitment to excellence said bank officials.

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Local artists place at annual knife meet

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Monday, April 28, 2025
The annual Kansas Custom Knife Makers Association meet found Columbus well represented in the forging competition, cutting competition and best knife competitions.Thanks to Phil Evans the local community has developed several knife makers and drawn hundreds to the area.This year the event featured...
The Kansas Historic Route 66 Association now has available collectable coins recognizing the Route 66 Centennial. According to the committee these coins will make wonderful gifts and souvenirs of the Route 66’s 100th anniversary. Courtesy photo.

The Kansas Historic Route 66 Association now has available collectable coins recognizing the Route 66 Centennial. According to the committee these coins will make wonderful gifts and souvenirs of the Route 66’s 100th anniversary. Courtesy photo.

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The Kansas Historic Route 66 Association

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Monday, April 28, 2025
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