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Letner questions comprehensive plan

News Staff

Tuesday, December 10, 2024

According to some of the statistics recently published in the proposed Columbus Comprehensive Plan there are 1300 residential housing units in Columbus.Nearly half of those homes present today were built before 1930, they are over 90 years old.

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County talks new ambulance facility

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Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Plans to build a new ambulance facility in the property next to the Cherokee County Law Enforcement Center were discussed Monday at the Cherokee County Commissioners meeting.The stumbling block, at this point, is the value of the property.

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Remembering December 7, 1941 bombing

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Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Saturday marked the anniversary of one of those historical events which forever shall be remembered by the residents of Columbus and the nation.It was 83 years ago Saturday the United States Navy installation at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii was attacked by the Japanese.It was one of those climatic moments...

The new American Bank

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The new American Bank

News Staff

Tuesday, December 10, 2024

The new American Bank building currently under construction at the corner of East Avenue and Maple Streets in Columbus is expected to be completed in January. The concept drawing shows the building in its finished state.

During the Baxter Springs Christmas Parade Saturday

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During the Baxter Springs Christmas Parade Saturday

News Staff

Tuesday, December 10, 2024

During the Baxter Springs Christmas Parade Saturday the Pittsburg Mirza Temple of the Shrine brought their Clown Car to the event.Appearing in the Baxter Springs Christmas Parade was the Red Hat Society, a worldwide membership society that encourages women in their quest to get the most out of...

Gene Hamilton and Cameron Draeger with Optic Communications presented Sharon Draeger at the First United Methodist Church food pantry with a $1,000 donation. Courtesy photo.

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Donation made to food pantry

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Friday, December 6, 2024

A donation in the amount of $1,000 has been presented to the local food pantry at the First United Methodist Church by the team at Optic Communications.This contribution aims to help provide essential resources to families and individuals in need, especially as the holiday season approaches.“At...

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BMS cheer toy drive underway

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Friday, December 6, 2024

Baxter Springs Middle School Cheer is holding a toy drive that began Monday and will continue through December 17.Those who bring in a toy will have their name entered into a drawing for a $20 Sonic gift card.Toys may be dropped off at Baxter Springs Police Department.The drawing will be held...

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FCC to host first Family Movie Night

News Staff

Friday, December 6, 2024

Is Christmas your favorite time of the year? For most it is, memories made around a Christmas fire, tree, and/or movies with family and friends.Sunday, December 8, First Christian Church in Columbus is hosting their first ever Family Christmas Movie night. It will be held in the fellowship hall.

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Columbus Court Docket

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Friday, December 6, 2024

The following persons are scheduled to appear before Judge John Bullard in Columbus Municipal Court Monday, December 9 at 4 p.m.Chris J. Anderson, 50, Columbus, is scheduled for an initial appearance on charges of assault, disorderly conduct and consumption on private property.Toby Karl Bentley,...

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Cherokee County Court Docket

News Staff

Friday, December 6, 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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