Jameson recognized by health organization

A former Columbus man was honored at the 2024 Kansas Hospital Association (KHA) Annual Convention with the prestigious Heart of Health Care Worker nomination.Nathan Jameson, RN’s, dedication and compassionate care earned him a place in the top five among nominees, a recognition that reflects his...

Columbus Court Docket

The following persons are scheduled to appear before Judge John Bullard in Columbus Municipal Court Monday, September 23 at 4 p.m.Nickolas Shane Arledge, 29, Miami, Okla., is scheduled for an initial appearance on charges of illegal registration basic speed rule.Christopher Todd Caton, 41,...

Girard Medical receives grant

Girard Medical Center Foundation (GMCF) has announced that it has been awarded a grant from the Pritchett Trust to assist with the purchase of a LUCAS 3 Chest Compression System for Girard Medical Center’s Emergency Department.

Cherokee County Court Docket

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.

Cherokee County Jail Report

Christopher Laine Soper, 58, was arrested Wednesday by Cherokee County Sheriff’s Deputies on charges of fleeing or attempting to elude; five plus moving violations and is being held in lieu of $3,000 bail.Rebecca Ann Murray, 64, was arrested Wednesday by Baxter Springs Police officers on charges of...

labette County Jail Report

Christina Marie Hays, 39, was arrested Wednesday by Oswego Police officers on charges of driving while suspended, failure to display evidence of financial security, failure to keep records on registered vehicles, possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, possess...

CALENDAR

Friday, September 20•Clean and Serene Narcotics Anonymous meeting Galena Community Room 6 p.m.Saturday, September 21•Breaking the Chains of Addiction Narcotics Anonymous Spiritual Support Group at the Fellowship Baptist Church in Baxter Springs 4 p.m.•CJHS Volleyball seventh grade tournament at...

School district receives $5,000 grant from summer enrichment program

A $5,000 check for the Partner Grant was presented to Columbus School District by Compass Academy Network (CAN) Wednesday, September 18.CAN partners with local public school districts to provide a fun summer learning program that enhances students’ academic success and personal growth.CAN provides...

Cherokee County Economic Development Corporation

Cherokee County Economic Development Corporation in cooperation with several Cherokee County organizations received a $10,000 grant from the Kansas Department of Tourism this week.