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Kora Welch’s Grand Champion hog brought in a $2,500 premium from Jay Hatfield Auto Group represented by Brian Wellmeier.

Kora Welch’s Grand Champion hog brought in a $2,500 premium from Jay Hatfield Auto Group represented by Brian Wellmeier.

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Kora Welch’s Grand Champion

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Friday, July 24, 2026

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Cow Patty Paradise opens with fund raiser for Columbus Fire

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Friday, July 24, 2026
Fans of loud engines, modified tractors and big trucks will have a new venue to attend with the grand opening of the Cow Patty Paradise pulling track south of Columbus.The track has been in the works for some time and has newly installed lights, guard rails and a refined dirt track specifically...

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Young entrepreneurs build business, literally

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Friday, July 24, 2026
In today’s world “hard working, committed and willing to get their hands dirty” are words rarely used to describe college aged youngsters; however, those are the perfect words to describe local cosmeticians Hayden and Peyton Allen.Both 2023 graduates of Columbus Unified High School, the twins began...
A ribbon cutting and presentation of the first dollar was held at the newest hair salon in Columbus. The Mane Look, was built from the ground up by Columbus High School Alums Hayden and Peyton Allen. They were presented their first dollar (at right) by Rebecca Spooner, Columbus Chamber of Commerce President.

A ribbon cutting and presentation of the first dollar was held at the newest hair salon in Columbus. The Mane Look, was built from the ground up by Columbus High School Alums Hayden and Peyton Allen. They were presented their first dollar (at right) by Rebecca Spooner, Columbus Chamber of Commerce President.

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A ribbon cutting

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Friday, July 24, 2026
Cooper Paxson’s Market Beef was purchased by Crossland Construction Company represented by Brad Wells at the 4-H Premium Auction Saturday. Paxson’s beef brought in a high bid of $3,100.

Cooper Paxson’s Market Beef was purchased by Crossland Construction Company represented by Brad Wells at the 4-H Premium Auction Saturday. Paxson’s beef brought in a high bid of $3,100.

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Youth receive $82,950 in animal premiums

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Tuesday, July 21, 2026
A week of showing, feeding, cleaning and caring for animals came to an end Saturday with the final event of the Cherokee County Fair.The annual 4-H, HYA and FFA Livestock Premium Auction netted just $82,950 in premiums paid despite the increase in number of animals sold.

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USD 493 sets RNR, budget hearings

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Tuesday, July 21, 2026
At their regular meeting July 13, the Unified School District 493 in Columbus voted to submit their notice to exceed the revenue neutral rate to the county clerk.The notice must be submitted annually if a taxing entity is expecting to raise their mil levy above what would bring the same revenue as...
The annual Pedal Tractor Pull for youth was held Tuesday night of Fair Week. First place winners in each age division are qualified for the state pull.

The annual Pedal Tractor Pull for youth was held Tuesday night of Fair Week. First place winners in each age division are qualified for the state pull.

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The annual Pedal Tractor Pull

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Tuesday, July 21, 2026

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Columbus Public Library Hours

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Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Mondays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday 9 a.m-6 p.m. Thursdays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Fridays 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. Saturdays 10 a.m.-noon.Curbside service will be available upon request. Call the library at 620-4292086 to schedule computer appointments.
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