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Columbus Sports H of F member dies in Pittsburg

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

A member of the Columbus Sports Hall of Fame, Clarence C. E.” Starkweather, died at his home in Pittsburg on Thursday January 11. He grew up in Columbus and became a member of the high school band, basketball team and football team, earning a place in the Columbus Sports Hall of Fame in 2017.

Former commissioner Sam Weaver, 84, dies

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Former commissioner Sam Weaver, 84, dies

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Former County Commissioner Sam Weaver died Thursday at his rural Baxter Springs home. Sam met everyone with a smile and a happy greeting and was respected by all. Sam was very community- minded and spent many years in public service.

The New Business

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The New Business

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

The New Business of the Year Award was presented to Amber Moates and her store Punkins Place by Chamber President Dee Riley at the annual Baxter Springs Chamber of Commerce dinner.

The Large Business

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The Large Business

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

The Large Business of 2023 award was won by Sonic Drive In’s manager Tammy Miner at the annual Chamber of Commerce dinner held at the Baxter Springs Country Club.

“Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” 2 Corinthians 9:6-7 NIV

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Give generously

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Friday, January 12, 2024

I was “convicted” recently of a serious moral failing by a story I saw in a social media post. The story was about someone who haggles over 50 cents at a farmer’s market with a poor vendor trying to sell a dozen eggs, but then goes to a fancy restaurant and is happy to give a generous tip there.

Danny Newcomb (seated, left) and family.

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Pulled pork fundraiser for Christmas, Newcomb planned

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Friday, January 12, 2024

A benefit dinner is planned for Danny Newcomb and Alan Christmas. The event will be held Thursday, January 18 from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the 4-H Building in Columbus. Christmas had brain surgery in November 2023 in Oklahoma City.

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Cherokee County Jail Report

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Friday, January 12, 2024

Brittany Nicole Stamps, 38, was admitted to the Cherokee County Law Enforcement Center Wednesday on a court ordered commitment. Tommy Ray Hayes, 45, was arrested Wednesday by Baxter Springs Police officers on charges of failure to appear and is being held in lieu of $250 bail.

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Two area schools to host chili feeds

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Friday, January 12, 2024

Two local high schools will be hosting chili feeds tonight (Friday). Funds from Baxter Springs High School’s chili feed will go to support the Class of 2024 After Prom. There will be food, drawings and silent auction items. A bowl of chili with all the fixings will be $5.

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Baxter council talks semi parking problem

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Friday, January 12, 2024

Limited semi truck parking problems within the city limits of Baxter Springs was discussed at the City Council meeting Tuesday evening. Semi truck owners and drivers as having difficulties with the load limits on city streets and finding parking for heavy trucks inside the city.

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Columbus offers warming centers

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Friday, January 12, 2024

With bitter cold temperatures expected over the weekend and into next week, the City of Columbus is going to be coordinating a community warming station.

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