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Chamber of Commerce from A to Z

Some of the programs, projects and activities of your Columbus Chamber of Commerce include being ambassadors, awards and the annual meeting, All School Reunion, brochures, business coffee’s, beautification programs.

C of C welcomes Bowler’s Boulevard

The Chamber of Commerce would like to welcome the newest Chamber of Commerce member: Bowler’s Boulevard located at 239 W. Maple is owned by Amy Johnson. All types of activities are going on, bowling leagues are meeting weekly, and the Chamber understands the leagues filled up fast.

Cherokee County Jail Report

Terry Eugene Edwards, 55, was arrested Sunday by Columbus Police officers on a warrant and a fugitive warrant is being held in lieu of $30,000 bail.

labette County Jail Report

Jason Daniel Fellows, 21, was arrested Saturday by Chetopa Police officers on two counts of possess opiates, opium, narcotic drug or certain stimulant, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, driving while suspended, and on a warrant and is being held without bail.

Include stocking rates in pasture lease agreements

Other than the lease rate, perhaps the most important aspect of any pasture lease is the stocking rate. Clearly specifying the stocking rate in the lease agreement helps avoid disagreements between both parties and maintains the quality of the pasture.

Current antique prices across the US

Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the United States. Prices vary in different locations because of local economic conditions. Cut glass, decanter, silver stopper, flute pattern, intaglio thistle, ray cut vase, 9 x 6 inches, $70.

EPA returns county to Superfund list

Members of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region Seven visited with Cherokee County Commissioners during their regular Monday meeting.

DBLO cookie walk Sunday afternoon

After the success of the Dream Big Little One Cookie Walk last year the organization will be repeating the event again on Super Bowl Sunday 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. However, to be a success they need cookie bakers to make everything work. Volunteers are urged to make any kind of cookie for the fundraiser.

5.1 quake strikes area over weekend

A 5.1 magnitude earthquake that shook Southeast Kansas late Friday night was felt over a 200 mile radius from Kansas to Texas. The quake was centered in Prague Oklahoma.

CALENDAR

Tuesday, February 6 •Bunco activities at the Cherokee County Hospitality Center 516 N. Kansas 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Everyone welcome. •LEPC meets 9 a.m. at the Courthouse. •Valentine card and box making station at Columbus Public Library 3 p.m.-6 p.m. •Recovery through Christ Fellowship 7 p.m....