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E-waste collection planned in April

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

An opportunity to get rid of that unwanted electronic equipment such as computers, flat screen televisions and other e-waste items is right around the corner. Almost all types of common electronics can be recycled, since they’re made of recyclable materials.

At a recent Farm

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At a recent Farm

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

At a recent Farm Bureau Legislative dinner Summer Flood was enjoying her meal. She attended the event with grandparents Jeff and Tessa Clark.

Crawford County Sheriff John Turkington

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Crawford County Sheriff John Turkington

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

Crawford County Sheriff John Turkington, third from left, and other officials often displayed confiscated stills and moonshine in front of the jail in Girard; January 1925. Source: Ken Peak.

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Labette County Jail Report

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Friday, March 17, 2023

Joseph James Tastove, 68, was arrested Monday by Chetopa Police officers on charges of operating a motor vehicle without a valid license and was released on $225 bail.

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LCC auction for scholarships

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Friday, March 17, 2023

Step right up and join Labette Community College (LCC) under the “Big Top” on Saturday, April 15, 2023, to support the 24th annual Auction for Scholarships! This year’s auction is sponsored by Mc-Carty Office Machines, Inc. and will feature live and silent auction items.

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Galena Police LOG

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Friday, March 17, 2023

Galena Police officers investigated a report of driving under the influence and transporting an open container. Offense occurred February 14 on Main. Galena Police officers investigated a report of driving under the influence, transporting an open container and driving wrong direction one-way.

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Cherokee County Jail Report

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Friday, March 17, 2023

Jayme Jo Cornell, 47, was arrested Wednesday by Galena Police officers on charges of fleeing or attempting to elude; reckless driving, interference with Law Enforcement officers; obstruct or resist, two warrants, use or possess drug paraphernalia for use in the human body, possession of certain...

After members of the HYAC

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After members of the HYAC

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Friday, March 17, 2023

After members of the HYAC watched the trees being felled and trimmed they were moved into position to be slabbed. The entire process was handled in a few hours.

Former sheriff, commissioner Collins dies

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Former sheriff, commissioner Collins dies

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Friday, March 17, 2023

Former Cherokee County Sheriff and County Commissioner Patrick W. Collins died Wednesday following an extended battle with kidney disease. He was apparently found in a Joplin Missouri Hospital although not a patient.

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CALENDAR

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Friday, March 17, 2023

Friday, March 17 •Knights of Columbus Council #3316 Famous Fish Fry at St. Bridget’s Parish Hall in Scammon. Opens at 6 p.m. There will be inside service available. Call 918-694-4785 to order or for more information.

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