Make protection from ticks a priority

Notes from the County Health DirectorTick season is upon us and protecting yourself and your family is a number one priority in public health.

Cherokee County Jail Report

Holden James Bell, 31, was arrested Saturday by Quapaw Marshals on charges of domestic battery; physical contact in rude manner and is being held without bail.Darrell Duane Clouse, 62, was arrested Saturday by Galena Police officers on charges of criminal trespass; posted locked fence property and...

Commissioners minutes for May 20

Chair Cory Moates called the regular session of the Cherokee County Board of Commissioners (the Board), to order at 9 a.m. on Monday, May 20, 2024, in the Commission Room, #109 of the Cherokee County Courthouse located at 110 W Maple St., Columbus, Kansas.

Spatterware colors applied in small patches of dots

Spatterware and spongeware pottery are often grouped together, with the names used interchangeably. While they look similar, with color applied in patches of tiny dots instead of brush strokes, they are different techniques.

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.

Welch joins local extension office

A new 4-H Youth Development Agent, Josie Welch, has joined the staff at the Cherokee County Extension office in Columbus.