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Avian Flu risk to public remains low

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Monday, January 20, 2025
While the risk to the general public still remains very low, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Cherokee County Health Department is reminding Kansans to practice caution around wild birds and backyard poultry amid increasing reports of highly pathogenic avian influenza...

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Casino revenue

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Monday, January 20, 2025
The Kansas Crossing Casino deposited $35,128.88 with the Cherokee County Clerk representing the county’s share of the revenue from December 2024.The Casino grossed $3,512,888 which was more than in November when they had a total revenue of $3,328,933.It was also an increase over November 2023 when...

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Cherokee County Court Docket

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Thursday, January 16, 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.
An overflow crowd attended the Columbus Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting ceremony at Bailey’s Bakery and Café located at 308 S. East Avenue in Columbus. Cinnamon rolls, almond croissants, pepperoni pesto sandwiches and more were displayed on the counter were promptly purchased. Free breadsticks and mini pain au chocolat were served to the Chamber visitors.

An overflow crowd attended the Columbus Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting ceremony at Bailey’s Bakery and Café located at 308 S. East Avenue in Columbus. Cinnamon rolls, almond croissants, pepperoni pesto sandwiches and more were displayed on the counter were promptly purchased. Free breadsticks and mini pain au chocolat were served to the Chamber visitors.

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Keenagers to begin rehearsals

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Thursday, January 16, 2025
Rehearsals for the 2025 Spring session of the Keenagers will begin Friday, January 24.They will be held from 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. each Friday in the Riverton Community Building located on the southeast corner of Highway 66 and Southeast 70th Street in Riverton.No audition is required.
Riverton High School honor rolls announced

Riverton High School honor rolls announced

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Riverton High School honor rolls announced

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Thursday, January 16, 2025
Honor rolls for the second quarter have been announced by Chad Harper, principal of Riverton High School Those named to the Superintendent’s Honor Roll, students making a 4.000-4.000 Grade Point Average include freshmen Ava Coleman, Roxsan Felix, Joseigh Forgey, Grady Gorman, Kynlee King and...

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Walk with Ease program

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Thursday, January 16, 2025
Need a safe and warm physical activity option? A six-week Arthritis Foundation Walk with Ease program starts February 3. The class will meet various days three times a week, 10:30 a.m.11:30 a.m. at the 4-H Building, 124 W Country Road in Columbus.

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CALENDAR

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Thursday, January 16, 2025
Friday, January 17•Special Commissioners meeting 8:30 a.m. due to holiday Monday, January 20.•Clean and Serene Narcotics Anonymous meeting Galena Community Room 6 p.m.Saturday, January 18•Black Diamond Lodge #274 will host a biscuits and gravy breakfast. 7 a.m.-11 a.m. at the lodge located at 107...
Senator Tim Shallenburger

Senator Tim Shallenburger

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Senator Tim Shallenburger

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Thursday, January 16, 2025
Senator Tim Shallenburger (R-Baxter Springs) was sworn into his senate seat by Supreme Court Justice Dan Biles January 13 as the Senator’s wife Linda Shallenburger looks on. On January 10 Senator Shallenburger was elected vice president of the Kansas Senate.

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Baxter council okays zone influence plan

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Thursday, January 16, 2025
When asked to provide a five year plan for the city, Baxter Springs Mayor Kelly Abbott was quick to provide his vision.“Equipment wise we are in great shape. I believe we need to look at our employee pay scale and to continue our in house water infrastructure program,” Abbott said.
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