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Fast facts about visitors, community tourism

News Staff
Tuesday, January 2, 2024
Did you know that brochures, maps guides are the number one influencer of visitors during their trip? According to the latest Visitor Research study conducted by Bentley University, “printed media remains the preferred method of in-market information for visitors.”
Portion of one of the two murals in the Columbus Community Building.

Portion of one of the two murals in the Columbus Community Building.

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Do you know what Columbus has to offer?

News Staff
Tuesday, January 2, 2024
Can you answer questions about what Columbus has to offer to visitors, when they visit the city and the surrounding area? The Chamber hears several times a year that a local resident was asked about the community and told visitors “We have nothing, go to Joplin or Pittsburg”.
Outgoing Chamber President

Outgoing Chamber President

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Outgoing Chamber President

News Staff
Tuesday, January 2, 2024
Retiring from the President’s seat, 2023 Columbus Chamber of Commerce President Laura Greene has handed the gavel to her successor. Greene owns and operates the Maple UnCommon Guest House and Gallery.
After public voting, the winner of the best Christmas decorated window was Columbus Health and Wellness located on Pine Street. The Chamber retail committee would like to thank those who entered and to those who cast votes for their favorite display. Courtesy photo.

After public voting, the winner of the best Christmas decorated window was Columbus Health and Wellness located on Pine Street. The Chamber retail committee would like to thank those who entered and to those who cast votes for their favorite display. Courtesy photo.

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Grants available for area groups

News Staff
Tuesday, January 2, 2024
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? It seems that many are still unaware of this grant.
Incoming Chamber President

Incoming Chamber President

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Incoming Chamber President

News Staff
Tuesday, January 2, 2024
Columbus Chamber of Commerce President for 2024, Becca DoByns, takes over the leadership and gavel effective today. Her first official meeting will be Wednesday, January 10. Dobyns is employed by Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas.

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CALENDAR

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024
JANUARY 2, 2024 Tuesday, January 2 •LEPC meets 9 a.m. at the Extension Office. •Junior High Boys Basketball vs. College Heights 4:30 p.m. •Columbus City Council will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the council chambers. •Bunco activities at the Cherokee County Hospitality Center 516 N. Kansas 1 p.m.-3...
Local businessman wins heart failure fight

Local businessman wins heart failure fight

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Local businessman wins heart failure fight

News Staff
Tuesday, January 2, 2024
Columbus businessman Dusty Andrews has returned to his printing business after five years of struggling with heart failure issues. Falling to the effects of COVID 19, Andrews suffered from Congestive Heart Failure and was forced to cut the work schedule in his business dramatically.
Two long time postal carriers retired from the Columbus Post Office last week. Patrick Billesbach spent his last day on a Columbus postal route Friday. Beginning his career with the Postal Service in February 1998. Patrick started as a clerk before switching crafts to become a city letter carrier. He worked in Pittsburg, and Columbus. Pat said he enjoyed working with lots of good people and enjoyed getting to know his customers, even the ones that still let their dogs run loose.

Two long time postal carriers retired from the Columbus Post Office last week. Patrick Billesbach spent his last day on a Columbus postal route Friday. Beginning his career with the Postal Service in February 1998. Patrick started as a clerk before switching crafts to become a city letter carrier. He worked in Pittsburg, and Columbus. Pat said he enjoyed working with lots of good people and enjoyed getting to know his customers, even the ones that still let their dogs run loose.

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Two long time postal carriers retired from the Columbus Post Office last week

News Staff
Tuesday, January 2, 2024
Two long time postal carriers retired from the Columbus Post Office last week. Patrick Billesbach spent his last day on a Columbus postal route Friday. Beginning his career with the Postal Service in February 1998. Patrick started as a clerk before switching crafts to become a city letter carrier.
Martin White officially retired from the Postal Service on Sunday

Martin White officially retired from the Postal Service on Sunday

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Martin White officially retired from the Postal Service on Sunday

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024
Martin White officially retired from the Postal Service on Sunday, as he joined Pat Billesbach as the two were recognized by fellow co-workers. Martin started as a temporary rural sub in 1997. He has spent his entire career as a rural mail carrier in Columbus.
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