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A two story house on Parmenter was a total loss after a fire March 18, despite the efforts of multiple fire departments. Strong winds put surrounding residences in danger, but they were saved due to the actions of the firefighters. Courtesy photo.

A two story house on Parmenter was a total loss after a fire March 18, despite the efforts of multiple fire departments. Strong winds put surrounding residences in danger, but they were saved due to the actions of the firefighters. Courtesy photo.

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Columbus house fire is total loss

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Thursday, March 20, 2025
Just a few days after the Register of Deeds filed the sale of the property at 135 Parmenter Avenue, Columbus fire fighters were dispatched to the address where they found the home fully engulfed in flames.At approximately 3:12 a.m. the morning of March 18, despite noble efforts, on the part of the...

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CALENDAR

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Thursday, March 20, 2025
Friday, March 21•Clean and Serene Narcotics Anonymous meeting Galena Community Room 6 p.m.Saturday, March 22•Breaking the Chains of Addiction Narcotics Anonymous Spiritual Support Group at the Fellowship Baptist Church in Baxter Springs 4 p.m.Sunday, March 23 •Attend the church of your...
Rainbow Bridge near Baxter Springs is closed for repainting. It should open up again around March 31.

Rainbow Bridge near Baxter Springs is closed for repainting. It should open up again around March 31.

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Route 66 bridge closed for painting

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Thursday, March 20, 2025
The small section of roadway that goes on the old Route 66, over the Rainbow Bridge, north of Baxter Springs is closed.The closure will permit the blast cleaning and painting in preparation of the 100th anniversary of Route 66.
Allison Brown gave a project talk on BB guns and their proper use at the Glittering Stones March meeting. Courtesy photo.

Allison Brown gave a project talk on BB guns and their proper use at the Glittering Stones March meeting. Courtesy photo.

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Allison Brown

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Thursday, March 20, 2025
Musing Under the Clock Tower

Musing Under the Clock Tower

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Musing Under the Clock Tower

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Thursday, March 20, 2025
The clocktower on the courthouse lawn is keeping good time, but the bells are still on standard time.

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Area Accident reports

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Thursday, March 20, 2025
Cherokee County Deputies investigated two injury accidents Tuesday.A one vehicle accident happened near Highway 103. The vehicle left the roadway and struck a railroad crossing arm. The vehicle then overturned. The driver was extricated from the vehicle by members of the Weir Fire Department.

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Cherokee County Court Docket

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Thursday, March 20, 2025
This is the schedule of the Magistrate Court Room with Judge Douglas R. Steele presiding. All of the hearings, conferences, arraignments, dismissals, appearances and trials are open to the public.

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Cherokee County Jail Report

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Thursday, March 20, 2025
Alexander Joshua Warstler, 31, was arrested Wednesday by Cherokee County Sheriff’s Deputies on charges of failure to yield at a stop or yield sign, unlawful registration, vehicle liability insurance required, safety belt or harness violation and interference with law enforcement; obstruct or resist...

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Columbus Public Library Hours

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Thursday, March 20, 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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CALENDAR

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Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Tuesday, March 18•Mercy Auxiliary Volunteers meeting 9 a.m. at St. Rose Parish Hall.•Bunco activities at the Cherokee County Hospitality Center 516 N. Kansas 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Everyone welcome.•Baby Sitting Clinic at the Extension Office. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. For youth ages 10 and older.•Recovery through...
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