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The newly remodeled Senior Center in Weir held a ribbon cutting on Wednesday with a large turnout. The entire interior has been refinished including the floors, cabinets and restrooms.

The newly remodeled Senior Center in Weir held a ribbon cutting on Wednesday with a large turnout. The entire interior has been refinished including the floors, cabinets and restrooms.

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Liberty Theatre building sold

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Friday, December 8, 2023
Renovation efforts have stalled recently on the Liberty Theatre building located at 129 East Maple in Columbus. The Columbus City Council voted to support the renovation efforts with the passing of a resolution of support in May of this year .

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Columbus Museum plans Christmas Open House

News Staff
Friday, December 8, 2023
Over 175 Nativity Scenes from countries from around the world. One set is made of corn husks. 17 snow globes and music boxes and 33 angels are Included in the displays at the museum.

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Eco Dev Director gives resignation

News Staff
Friday, December 8, 2023
The resignation of Amy Kauffman as the County Economic Development Director earlier this week was announced Wednesday. Amy Kauffman, said she will be returning to the MoKan Partnership Regional Economic Development Agency, in Joplin, Mo.

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Casino revenue increases

News Staff
Friday, December 8, 2023
The revenue from Kansas Crossing Casino for November 2023 increased over the October results. The casino reported $3,142,057 from all the gaming operations in November compared to $2,883,894 in October 2023.

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CALENDAR

News Staff
Friday, December 8, 2023
Friday, December 8 Narcotics Anonymous meeting Galena Community Room 6 p.m. Saturday, December 9 Narcotics Anonymous Spiritual Support Group at the Galena Christian Church 10th and Main 4 p.m. Begins with a meal followed by meeting.
Taggart Wall, Winfield City Manager presented Columbus City Administrator Jake Letner with a plaque signifying his “Early Career Excellence” from the Kansas Association of City/County Management. Letner received his plaque during the [KACM] Annual Conference was held in Dodge City

Taggart Wall, Winfield City Manager presented Columbus City Administrator Jake Letner with a plaque signifying his “Early Career Excellence” from the Kansas Association of City/County Management. Letner received his plaque during the [KACM] Annual Conference was held in Dodge City

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Letner receives excellence award

News Staff
Friday, December 8, 2023
One of two 2023 recipients of the Early Career Excellence Awards in the state was Jake Letner, City Administrator for the City of Columbus.
This original Christmas card artwork of famous artist Richard Chase, who grew up in Columbus, will be on display at the Columbus Museum along with several other works by Chase. The Museum will have a special Christmas at the Museum program December 16.

This original Christmas card artwork of famous artist Richard Chase, who grew up in Columbus, will be on display at the Columbus Museum along with several other works by Chase. The Museum will have a special Christmas at the Museum program December 16.

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This original Christmas card artwork of famous artist Richard Chase

News Staff
Friday, December 8, 2023
This original Christmas card artwork of famous artist Richard Chase
Kelly Robison from Labbette Bank walks along the parade passing out candy to youngsters.

Kelly Robison from Labbette Bank walks along the parade passing out candy to youngsters.

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Annual Christmas Celebration bring many floats, attendees

News Staff
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
It is now time to nomination member of our community for the annual Columbus Chris Award which is due by December 30. The Chamber always hears, after the fact, so and so should have been nominated – if they are not nominated, they can’t win.

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Cherokee County Democrats to hold final meeting of 2023

News Staff
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
The Cherokee County Democratic Central Committee will have their last meeting of 2023. The Cherokee Democrat Central Committee invites you to their annual Christmas party. It will be held at the old Riverton Post office beginning at 6 p.m. Please come join us as we visit with like-minded citizens.
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