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New extension FACS agent in local office

New extension FACS agent in local office

New extension FACS agent in local office

The new Family and Community Wellness Agent has been named for the Cherokee County Extension office, Kylie Ludwig joined the local staff April 14.Ludwig is confident the new Cherokee extension team will use its skills and experience to successfully enhance operations and meet goals for growth and...
Jarrett files for Kansas House seat

Jarrett files for Kansas House seat

Jarrett files for Kansas House seat

Janie Jarrett of rural Baxter Springs has filed as a candidate for the Kansas House of Representatives, District 1. She is a lifelong resident of southeast Kansas. Janie and her husband Steve Jarrett own and operate a family farm. They are both graduates of Columbus Unified High School.
A large number of law enforcement officers and emergency services personnel came out to the fundraiser in support of the family of Jason Daniels. Chief Kyle Clark, Officer Marcus Harmon and Animal Control Officer Jeff Woods were among those in attendance. Chief Daniels was a vital part of the community and there will be a celebration of life service Saturday, June 8 in the Oswego City Park from noon to 4 p.m. for those who would like to attend.

A large number of law enforcement officers and emergency services personnel came out to the fundraiser in support of the family of Jason Daniels. Chief Kyle Clark, Officer Marcus Harmon and Animal Control Officer Jeff Woods were among those in attendance. Chief Daniels was a vital part of the community and there will be a celebration of life service Saturday, June 8 in the Oswego City Park from noon to 4 p.m. for those who would like to attend.

A large number of law enforcement officers

A large number of law enforcement officers
The recent fund raiser for the Honor Flight program known as a “Poker Run” ended in a great success. The 4-by 4 off road “side by side” vehicles traveled 60 miles ending where they began at Big Brutus. The winner of the Run was Owen George, 9, of Bartlett riding in the vehicle driven by Jared Stringer, Parsons and Micha George. The prize for the winner was $1,000 for an ace high straight. This was the first time they had competed.

The recent fund raiser for the Honor Flight program known as a “Poker Run” ended in a great success. The 4-by 4 off road “side by side” vehicles traveled 60 miles ending where they began at Big Brutus. The winner of the Run was Owen George, 9, of Bartlett riding in the vehicle driven by Jared Stringer, Parsons and Micha George. The prize for the winner was $1,000 for an ace high straight. This was the first time they had competed.

Clark named interim police chief

Following an extensive executive session Monday night, Mayor Grant Spieth appointed Columbus Police Lt. Kyle Clark as interim City Police Chief.

Flags to fly half staff for Daniels

An executive order (#20-30) was issued Wednesday by Governor Laura Kelly directing flags be flown at half-staff in he City of Columbus from sun up to sundown today (Friday, May 24) in honor of Columbus Police Chief Jason Daniels.Chief Daniels served the people of Columbus honorably for more than...
Local accommodations available

Local accommodations available

Local accommodations available

Will you be hosting out of town guests during the year? Don’t have space for them? Don’t send them out of town.

Watch for ‘feed the farmer’ event date

So many times we forget about where our food supply comes from and forget to say “thank you” to our area farmers, ranchers and others businesses involved in agriculture.The Chamber of Commerce Agriculture committee, chaired by Matt Case, Farmers Co-op, is working on one upcoming project.The...

Kansas industry appreciation month

June is Kansas Business/ Industry Appreciation Month; the month we honor the hard-working Kansans who enhance the economy of our state and community of Columbus.The Columbus Chamber is urging all citizens to join in this important observance and salute local businesses in Columbus.

Reasons to support local businesses

We often hear this, “Shop Local” or “Support Your Local Business”, Why?It is important to shop local as much as possible. We know you can’t get everything on your list, but you can get a lot from your list right here in Columbus.

Encourage out of town visitors to your business

If you own a restaurant or bar and you are not going after outof- town visitors, you are missing a chunk of valuable business. What are the chances they will drive by and see your establishment? You need to be a destination for them.