Doctor warns Kiwanis Club about RSV virus

The son of a longtime local doctor, was the guest speaker at the Baxter Springs Kiwanis Club luncheon on Wednesday. Though Dr. Richard Claiborne never practiced in Cherokee County he returned to Baxter Springs after retiring from his Wichita practice.

The one-hundred block of North Lee Street

The one-hundred block of North Lee Street just across from the Medicalodges facility a four-inch city water pipe broke creating a perfect ice skating pond. Unfortunately, it was late at night and eight degrees below zero, not many ice skaters out.

After nearly 20 years

After nearly 20 years in the Columbus City office Judi Mogle has retired from her position as Assistant City Clerk. Mayor Grant Spieth presented her with a certificate of appreciation for her man years of service.

labette County Jail Report

Clinton Vince Dubray, 31, was arrested Wednesday for Kansas Department of Corrections on a charge of parole violation and is being held without bail.

Kansas Boys State applications open

The American Legion Boys State of Kansas is accepting applications for its 2024 session. The event is set to be held Sunday, June 2, through Saturday, June 8, at Kansas State University in Manhattan. This will be the program’s 32nd consecutive session at KSU and 86th overall.

Cherokee County Jail Report

Patrick Andrew Beck, 37, was arrested Sunday by Cherokee County Sheriff’s Deputies on a warrant and is being held in lieu of $10,000 bail. Codessa Mandy Rae Schoonover, 34, was arrested Saturday by Baxter Springs Police officers on two warrants and is being held in lieu of $1,850 bail.

Nominations sought for Business of the Year

The Columbus Chamber of Commerce will be presenting special Business of the Year awards to Columbus member businesses for locating in Columbus. The Chamber is asking for nominations of businesses in our area. Businesses keep our community growing and strong, plus support the community in many ways.

Tourism grants available for local organizations

Are you aware of the tourism grant available to organizations or groups planning an event that will bring more visitors to Cherokee County, who will be staying overnight in county accommodations? An organization or group may apply for up to a $500 grant through the Columbus Chamber of Commerce.

Reasons to nominate a Business of the Year

Top 10 Reasons to nominate yourself (or a friend or client) for Business of the Year Bragging Rights. You can tell everyone about your award. Put it on a banner, in your brochures, on your letterhead. You can even tattoo it on your arm if you wish. Win Points.