City workers were on scene fixing a water leak a the high school Saturday evening

City workers were on scene fixing a water leak a the high school Saturday evening

Pasture leasing should benefit both parties

Pasture leasing should benefit both parties involved. The landowner gains someone utilizing acreage that may otherwise be abandoned, someone around that can see problems arise and take conservation action, not to mention some cash flow.

Area Accident reports

A two-vehicle accident occurred January 5 at approximately 12:20 p.m. one mile west of Joplin on Missouri Route 66. A 1994 Chevrolet 1500 driven by Eric G. Green, 26, Galena, was traveling east. A 2022 Dodge Durango driven by Myla J. Camden, 42, Joplin, Mo., was traveling south.

Community colleges make economic impact

Kansas Community Colleges make economic impact and drive workforce development A recent economic impact report of the Kansas community college system revealed an annual $700 million dollar impact in the region, representing a $2.50 return for every dollar invested in southeast Kansas.

Bids approved by KDOT

Approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects in Cherokee and surrounding counties have been announced by the Kansas Department of Transportation.

2024, your year for financial wellness

It’s a brand-new year. The last few years have been rough – from a global pandemic to high inflation rates, financial goals have taken a back burner for many. Consider 2024 the year to tackle financial freedom. When it comes to financial planning, goal setting is essential to budgeting and saving.

CALENDAR

Tuesday, January 9 •Bunco activities at the Cherokee County Hospitality Center 516 N. Kansas 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Everyone welcome. •High School basketball at St. Paul 4:30 p.m. •Baxter Springs City Council Meeting 7 p.m. in the Baxter Springs City Hall Building. •City of Roseland Council meets at...

Extension Board has first meet

The newly elected board of the Cherokee County Extension Council held their first meeting Thursday night in the Extension Board Room. With the lack of a quorum present of the outgoing board the new board opened the meeting.

KAMO pays final in lieu taxes

The large KAMO electric lines crossing Cherokee County were given a ten year exemption on property taxes, granted by the state, when they were built. This past week Cherokee County received a check from KAMO for $73,393.77 for the final inlieu tax payment.