Cities face problem with solar farms

The solar farm discussions have centered around rural Cherokee County.With the acreage demands of the solar farms it did not appear the cities would have any concerns.However, that may be changing as the property being contracted for the solar farms is moving dangerously close to the city...

Moser named junior, senior high principal

Changes in the management of the Columbus Unified School District have been made necessary by the retirement of Superintendent Dr. Brian Smith after xx years with the district.Dr. Smith has been replaced, as was previously announced, by the current Junior High/High School Principal Dan...

Deeds office halts passport issuance

The Register of Deeds office in the Cherokee County Courthouse will no longer be issuing Passports as a service to the community.As of December 1 Passports will only be available at the Post Office in Columbus for Cherokee County residents.“We will continue to take pictures for passports and...

Casino revenue

The amount to Cherokee County received from Kansas Crossing Casino, for August 2024 is $32,345.65.The casino had a revenue in October of $3,234,565 which is an increase of $350,067 over the same month in 2023.

It is season for falling leaves, changing colors

It is that time of year again. With the shortening of the daylight period, trees are responding with their annual color show. It isn’t just trees, though. The landscape can be full of color as the days grow shorter.

Small scale livestock production requirements

Wendie Powell Livestock Production Agent, Wildcat Extension DistrictHave a few acres and looking for a way to mow the grass without a lawn mower? Is raising a few head of livestock something you’re interested in?

Decorations can have positive effect

Valori Stone Family and Community Wellness Agent, Wildcat Extension District mind people of their childhood or loved ones. Nostalgia often brings comfort, and studies show that it can even counteract loneliness and increase feelings of social connection.