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February 1 is ‘National Unclaimed Property Day’

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Thursday, January 30, 2025
Treasurer Steven Johnson urges all residents to take part in National Unclaimed Property Day Saturday, February 1, a day dedicated to raising awareness about billions of dollars in unclaimed property being held by state governments across the country.
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Thursday, January 30, 2025
Friday, January 31•Clean and Serene Narcotics Anonymous meeting Galena Community Room 6 p.m.Saturday, February 1•Baxter Springs American Legion Breakfast 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. the American Legion Post•Breaking the Chains of Addiction Narcotics Anonymous Spiritual Support Group at the Fellowship Baptist...

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New officers at Baxter PD

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Thursday, January 30, 2025
Three new police officers have been added to the force in Baxter Springs. The three ladies were approved by the City Council at the regular meeting on Tuesday.Carly Epler, Alexas Scofield were added as full time officers and Barry Smith will join the force as a part time officer.

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Boil order issued for West Mineral

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Thursday, January 30, 2025
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of West Mineral public water supply system located in Cherokee County.The advisory took effect on January 29, 2025 and will remain in effect until the conditions that placed the system at risk of...
Receiving the Chris Award for her community involvement Michelle Mosler was presented by Becca DoByns. Her name will be added to the plaque and the long list of community leaders.

Receiving the Chris Award for her community involvement Michelle Mosler was presented by Becca DoByns. Her name will be added to the plaque and the long list of community leaders.

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Awards presented at annual Chamber dinner

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Thursday, January 30, 2025
The annual Chris Award, business of the year recipient and special business awards were announced Wednesday night as the Chamber of Commerce celebrated the 125th anniversary of civic organizations founding.The dinner was held in the State Theatre Event Center with a theme of the Circus which was...

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PSU announces fall 2024 honor rolls

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Tuesday, January 28, 2025
Pittsburg State University has announced the Fall 2024 Honor Roll.To qualify for Dean’s Scholastic Honors, a student must complete at least 12 semester hours, receive a grade point average of 3.6000 for all credit coursework that semester, and have no grade lower than a B and no grade of I in any...
Homecoming for Rierton High School will be Friday. Queen candidates include senior Aprilia Elliot, junior Addyson Wheeler, sophomore Rylee Turner and freshman Alison Martin.The annual Senior chili feed this Friday. Serving starts at 5 p.m. in the MPAC commons area. Adults 8$ children (under 12) $5 for a bowl of chili or Frito chili pie, drink, and dessert. Child four-10; Adult 11 and up. Children under three are free. All proceeds go toward Senior Trip in May. Courtesy photo.

Homecoming for Rierton High School will be Friday. Queen candidates include senior Aprilia Elliot, junior Addyson Wheeler, sophomore Rylee Turner and freshman Alison Martin.The annual Senior chili feed this Friday. Serving starts at 5 p.m. in the MPAC commons area. Adults 8$ children (under 12) $5 for a bowl of chili or Frito chili pie, drink, and dessert. Child four-10; Adult 11 and up. Children under three are free. All proceeds go toward Senior Trip in May. Courtesy photo.

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Homecoming for Rierton High School

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Tuesday, January 28, 2025

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Cherokee County Court Docket

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Tuesday, January 28, 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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Area church requests homeschool coop input

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Tuesday, January 28, 2025
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Oswego is asking for input in hosting a homeschool co-op.What is a homeschool co-op? A group of families who work together regularly to provide shared learning experiences for their children.
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