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Area Accident Report

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Tuesday, December 26, 2023
A one-vehicle injury accident occurred December 23 at approximately 1:55 p.m. A 2015 Harley Davidson 500 driven by Christina A. Ellis, 37, Weir, was traveling north on Old Highway 71 at Route V, five miles south of Joplin, Mo.
Merry Christmas! There’s a version of Santa Claus for everyone who celebrates. (c) 2023 by Cowles Syndicate Inc.

Merry Christmas! There’s a version of Santa Claus for everyone who celebrates. (c) 2023 by Cowles Syndicate Inc.

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Santa comes in many different forms

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Tuesday, December 26, 2023
Santa Claus comes in many forms. While he is ultimately inspired by the historical St. Nicholas of Myra (today Demre, Turkey), a fourth-century Greek bishop, he is influenced by British, German, Dutch and Scandinavian folkloric figures. According to today’s traditions, he lives at the North Pole.

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Galena Police LOG

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Tuesday, December 26, 2023
Galena Police officers investigated a report of domestic battery November 17 at 1506 E. 13th St. Galena Police officers investigated report of driving under the influence December 16 at 2400 S. Main St. Galena Police officers were dispatched to 813 E. 5th St. to investigate a report of aggravated...
In addition to celebrating the Christmas season, members of the Lola Township Volunteer Fire Department celebrated a milestone for their organization. It has been 10 years since the department was formed. The members spend countless hours training and working to become even more efficient in their roles as public servants. Courtesy photo.

In addition to celebrating the Christmas season, members of the Lola Township Volunteer Fire Department celebrated a milestone for their organization. It has been 10 years since the department was formed. The members spend countless hours training and working to become even more efficient in their roles as public servants. Courtesy photo.

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In addition to celebrating the Christmas season

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Tuesday, December 26, 2023
In addition to celebrating the Christmas season, members of the Lola Township Volunteer Fire Department celebrated a milestone for their organization. It has been 10 years since the department was formed.

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Drawings held for Auxiliary baskets

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Tuesday, December 26, 2023
Drawings for the Columbus Mercy Auxiliary baskets were held at the December 19 meeting. Janie Jarrett, President opened by leading the members in The Pledge of Allegiance. Mary Brumback read The Auxiliary Prayer. Twenty three members answered roll call.
Lola Township Fire Department recently celebrated 10 years as a unit. The group trains regularly to prepare for any situation that may arise in the community. Courtesy photo,

Lola Township Fire Department recently celebrated 10 years as a unit. The group trains regularly to prepare for any situation that may arise in the community. Courtesy photo,

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Lola Township Fire Department

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Tuesday, December 26, 2023
Lola Township Fire Department recently celebrated 10 years as a unit. The group trains regularly to pre- pare for any situation that may arise in the commu- nity. Courtesy photo,
Myrtle VonWedell was the winner of the $100 prized in the drawings sponsored by Columbus Mercy Auxiliary. Winners were drawn at the December 19 meeting. Courtesy photo.

Myrtle VonWedell was the winner of the $100 prized in the drawings sponsored by Columbus Mercy Auxiliary. Winners were drawn at the December 19 meeting. Courtesy photo.

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Myrtle VonWedell

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Tuesday, December 26, 2023
Myrtle VonWedell was the winner of the $100 prized in the drawings sponsored by Columbus Mercy Auxiliary. Winners were drawn at the December 19 meeting.
Baxter Springs Little Miss Holiday Raegan Tanner, 5, and Little Mister Holiday, Lucas Sandefer, 3, were crowned Saturday, December 2 and received the teddy bears and crowns. The youngsters were in the Christmas Parade later in the day. The youngsters raised a total of $3,257 in ticket sales.

Baxter Springs Little Miss Holiday Raegan Tanner, 5, and Little Mister Holiday, Lucas Sandefer, 3, were crowned Saturday, December 2 and received the teddy bears and crowns. The youngsters were in the Christmas Parade later in the day. The youngsters raised a total of $3,257 in ticket sales.

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Baxter Springs Little Miss Holiday

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Tuesday, December 26, 2023
Baxter Springs Little Miss Holiday Raegan Tanner, 5, and Little Mister Holiday, Lucas Sandefer, 3, were crowned Saturday, December 2 and received the teddy bears and crowns. The youngsters were in the Christmas Parade later in the day. The youngsters raised a total of $3,257 in ticket sales.

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Cherokee County Jail Report

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Tuesday, December 26, 2023
Brandi Lea King, 39, was arrested Saturday by Cherokee County Sheriff’s Deputies on three counts of failure to appear, probation violation, possession of certain stimulants, use or possess drug paraphernalia for use in the human body, interference with law enforcement; obstruct or resist and...

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Dying tree? Now what?

News Staff
Tuesday, December 26, 2023
After celebrating Christmas and seeing the pine needles begin to fall, many people are stuck with a dying tree. What do you do with a slowly dying pine, fir or spruce? After the holidays, many municipalities allow old Christmas trees to be placed curbside.
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