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Cherokee County Court Docket

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
District Court Judge Maradeth Frederick Wednesday, April 26 9 a.m. – State of Kansas vs. Leslie Ann West, status conference, (criminal) (2) 9 a.m. – In the Matter of the Estate of Ivan Underhill, hearing, (probate) 9 a.m. – In the Matter of the Estate of Barbara A. Wimberley, hearing,...

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Kids Kitchen camp planned

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Hungry? Want your children to make a quick snack but are not sure they have the skills to do so safely? Attending Kitchen Kids Camp will allow youth to learn basic skills to prepare food at home quickly, easily, and safely.

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Spay/neuter van coming to Baxter Springs in May

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
The Pawprints on the Heartland’s low-cost spay/ neuter van will be operating in Baxter Springs on Thursday, May 11. The fee for the spay/neuter surgery for cats and small dogs is $40. Assistance is available for low-income, disabled, and elderly. All pets must be at least three months old.

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Columbus sewer plans discussed at meeting

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
A system in most places nearing 100 years the City of Columbus has contracted BG Consultants to evaluate the sanitary sewer and the storm water sewer to provide recommendations on improvements to those public utilities.

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Large turnout at E-waste event

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Lines of vehicles laden with outdated computer equipment and television sets, began forming at 7:15 a.m. Saturday and eventually stretched from the American Legion Fair grounds to Vermont Street.

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Freedom Fest fundraiser

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Mark your calendar for the upcoming Freedom Fest fundraiser sponsored by Columbus Fire Department planned for Friday, April 28. Pulled pork, chips, baked beans, and a drink will be on the lunch menu for an $8 donation.

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Stone takes new extension job

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Cherokee County 4-H Youth Development extension agent, Valori Stone will begin serving as the Wildcat District Family and Community Wellness Extension Agent, effective May 1. Wildcat District has offices in Altamont, Fredonia, Girard, Independence, and Pittsburg, Kansas.

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March casino revenue down

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Revenue at Kansas Crossing Casino decreased slightly in March when compared with the previous year. The Pittsburg casino reported $3,877,991 total revenue for March 2023 while in March of 2022 they reported 3,916,665.91. Cherokee County will received $38,779.91 as their one-percent share for March.
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