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Victorian English majolica maker George Jones decorated this platter with English Christmas symbols that may be unfamiliar to Americans, but still have the spirit of the holiday. Photo Credit: Strawser Auction Group (c) 2024 by Cowles Syndicate Inc

Victorian English majolica maker George Jones decorated this platter with English Christmas symbols that may be unfamiliar to Americans, but still have the spirit of the holiday. Photo Credit: Strawser Auction Group (c) 2024 by Cowles Syndicate Inc

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Majolica platter brings over $7,000 at auction

Terry Kovel
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
With its rings of holly branches, this majolica platter carries the spirit of Christmas. And with its $7,735 sale price at Strawser Auction Group, it’s certainly something to celebrate.

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Scottish Rite recognizes its ‘Men of Distinction’

News Staff
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
At the December 5 Stated Meeting of the Valley of Southeast Kansas Lodge of Perfection, several members were recognized for their service to the Scottish Rite.For 25 years of service John D. Atkin IV, C. Eugene Carlton, D. Drew Demo, Ivan B. Frieden, Leo C. Hall, Gene R. Hendrickson, Forest L....

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Cherokee County Jail Report

News Staff
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Christopher Robert Rudolf, 48, was arrested Sunday by Galena Police officers on charges of domestic battery; physical contact in rude manner and is being held in lieu of $1,000 bail.Timothy Paul Thomas, 63, was arrested Sunday by Columbus Police officers on charges of cruelty to animals; fail to...

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Cherokee County Court Docket

News Staff
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
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

News Staff
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Tuesday, December 31•Bunco activities at the Cherokee County Hospitality Center 516 N. Kansas 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Everyone welcome.Wednesday, January 1•Most Government offices will be closed.•Senior Exercise 10 a.m. at the Hospitality Center 516 N. Kansas.
Baxter Springs’ Little Miss Merry

Baxter Springs’ Little Miss Merry

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Baxter Springs’ Little Miss Merry

News Staff
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Baxter Springs’ Little Miss Merry Christmas, Jovie Randall, waved to the large crowd during the Baxter Springs Christmas Parade. The parade was held Saturday, December 7 along Military Ave.
Cherokee Neutral Lands history published

Cherokee Neutral Lands history published

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Cherokee Neutral Lands history published

News Staff
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Before Cherokee County was named, it was part of a political subdivision known as the Cherokee Neutral Land.Most of Crawford County and the southern six miles of Bourbon County were also part of the Cherokee Neutral Land.All of what is now known as Cherokee County except for a 1¾ mile strip at the...
Staff with the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) released a batch of alligator snapping turtles back into their native home range in the Neosho River Thursday, September 12.

Staff with the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) released a batch of alligator snapping turtles back into their native home range in the Neosho River Thursday, September 12.

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Alligator snapping turtles released by KDWP

News Staff
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
A species of big turtles, long gone from Kansas, are now back after a 30-year hiatus.Staff with the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) released a batch of alligator snapping turtles back into their native home range in the Neosho River on Thursday, September 12.The turtles were dropped...
At around 9:30 a.m.

At around 9:30 a.m.

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At around 9:30 a.m.

News Staff
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
At around 9:30 a.m. Monday emergency personnel were dispatched to a roll over accident involving a cement truck. The driver was able to get out, but the emergency management director had to be contacted due to leaking diesel fuel. Kansas Highway Patrol troopers are investigating. 
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