State gambling raid targets 2 county stores

Two Cherokee County Quick Stop stores were closed Tuesday while warrants were served for alleged illegal gambling.The two stores were Baxter Quick Stop and Riverton Quick Stop where the warrants were served simultaneously.Apparently there were no arrests and both stores are currently open.

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Friday, March 29 •Easter Egg Hunt at Medicalodges 2 p.m.•Clean and Serene Narcotics Anonymous meeting Galena Community Room 6 p.m.Saturday, March 30•Chamber of Commerce Easter Egg Hunt at Columbus City Park begins at 10 a.m.•Easter Egg Hunt at Baxter Springs First Christian Church begins at 10...

Awards abound at Chamber gala

It was an evening abounding in awards as the Columbus Chamber of Commerce recognized outstanding community service efforts in many areas.The Chris Award was presented to Clint Saporito for his dedication to the youth athletic programs in the community.There were three other men were nominated for...

USD 404 board okays schedule

The first day of classes in the Riverton School District will be August 14 beginning the 2024-25 school year.The 2024-25 school calendar was approved by the Riverton Board of Education March 21.The calendar calls for the Christmas break from December 23 until January 7 and the spring break from...

Southeast four-day week survey released

This year the Baxter Springs School District went to a four day schedule instead of the normal five day week.Recently, Southeast USD 247 surveyed students, staff, and parents/ community members to gain additional input concerning a four-day week calendar.The USD 247 Board of Education has scheduled...