Cherokee County Jail Report

Shanon Lynn Shelton, 48, was arrested Sunday by Columbus Police officers on charges of domestic battery; physical contact in rude manner and was released.James Eugene-Michael Bois, 38, was arrested Saturday by Cherokee County Sheriff’s Deputies on charges of domestic battery; physical contact in...

Tax-aide program seeks volunteers

Julie Smith Family Resource Management and Entrepreneurship Agent, Wildcat Extension DistrictTax season is still a few months away, but the AARP Tax-Aide program is currently seeking volunteers who want to serve their community by volunwas teering.K-State Research and Extension Wildcat District is...

Titans of the Week

Titans of the Week

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Tuesday, November 26•Thanksgiving basket distribution Columbus First Baptist Church.•Bunco activities at the Cherokee County Hospitality Center 516 N. Kansas 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Everyone welcome.•Baxter Springs City Council Meeting 7 p.m. in the Baxter Springs City Hall Building.•Disabled American...

Contest to name new Baxter park, cash prize is offered

Enter your suggestion for a name for the new Baxter Springs Park and possibly win $250.

The new Baxter Springs park currently under construction

The new Baxter Springs park currently under construction

‘Giving thanks for all we have’

“I am thankful to be born again and I’m thankful the Lord woke me up this morning,” said Eric Hurd as he began his Thanksgiving message Sunday evening.Hurd told the gathering at the Columbus Community Thanksgiving Service how many times Christians express their thanks to God, without realizing they...

Over 7,000 food items collected for distribution

More than 7,000 food items have been collected by volunteers for the Thanksgiving baskets this year, according Robin Jones, founder of the program.She announced at the Community Thanksgiving Service that 207 baskets will be distributed to families for Thanksgiving.She also announced the annual...