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Reserve space now for CDF

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023
The Columbus Day committee is accepting 2023 vendor space applications. Several food and craft vendors have already registered. The one thing it tells us is that vendors are ready to get out and participate in festivals.
Michelle Mosler

Michelle Mosler

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Nominees for Chris Award announced

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023
The Columbus Chamber of Commerce has announced the nominees for the 2022 annual Chris Award. Nominated for the 2022 Chris Award are Michelle Mosler, Tess Watson and Mark Winter.
Hammer Tires and Service employee Mike Bartling visits with Chamber of Commerce Director Jean Pritchett and Cherokee County Economic Development Director David Stricklin, and Chamber of Commerce president Laura Lowry Greene talk about business practices.

Hammer Tires and Service employee Mike Bartling visits with Chamber of Commerce Director Jean Pritchett and Cherokee County Economic Development Director David Stricklin, and Chamber of Commerce president Laura Lowry Greene talk about business practices.

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Grants available for organizations

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Did you know there is a 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.
Chamber of Commerce member Shawn Carter visits with Mike Bartling and Mike Boesker of Hammer Tires and Service at the Chamber of Commerce Third Thursday coffee. This is the first coffee after the COVID pandemic had caused the monthly event to be discontinued.

Chamber of Commerce member Shawn Carter visits with Mike Bartling and Mike Boesker of Hammer Tires and Service at the Chamber of Commerce Third Thursday coffee. This is the first coffee after the COVID pandemic had caused the monthly event to be discontinued.

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Ten reasons to nominate a ‘Business of the Year’

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Top 10 Reasons to nominate yourself (or a friend or client) for Business of the Year Bragging rights. You can tell everyone about your award. Put it on a banner, in your brochures, on your letterhead. You can even tattoo it on your arm if you wish. Win points.
Lauren Dainty Columbus Public Library

Lauren Dainty Columbus Public Library

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Local librarians focus on summer programs

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Two area librarians took part in the Summer Library Program: Summer Library Programming for Adults February 7. The event was sponsored by the Southeast Kansas Library System (SEKLS). Librarian Lauren Dainty from the Columbus Public Library was the featured speaker.
The Columbus Highland afterschool program with Kandice Ediger, Julie Thomas, and Kate Fluckiger from Cherokee County K-State Research and Extension. The program received a physical activity bundle after completing a six week nutrition and physical activity class. Courtesy photo.

The Columbus Highland afterschool program with Kandice Ediger, Julie Thomas, and Kate Fluckiger from Cherokee County K-State Research and Extension. The program received a physical activity bundle after completing a six week nutrition and physical activity class. Courtesy photo.

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After school program receives activity bundle

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023
The Columbus Highland afterschool program received a physical activity bundle after participating in a six-week nutrition and physical activity education class provided by Cherokee County K-State Research and Extension.
Local Girl Scout Izzy Manus has two thumbs up for cookie sales. Look for booths set up around Cherokee County to get your cookies. Courtesy photo.

Local Girl Scout Izzy Manus has two thumbs up for cookie sales. Look for booths set up around Cherokee County to get your cookies. Courtesy photo.

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Winter open house reveals real estate office remodel

News Staff
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Local Girl Scout Izzy Manus has two thumbs up for cookie sales. Look for booths set up around Cherokee County to get your cookies. It’s that time of year. Area Girl Scouts are out and about selling cookies.

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Commissioners minutes for February 6

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Convene Chairman Cory Moates called the regular session of the Cherokee County Board of Commissioners (the Board), to order at 9 a.m. on Monday, February 6, 2023, in the Commission Room, #109 of the Cherokee County Courthouse located at 110 W Maple St., Columbus, Kansas.

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CALENDAR

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Tuesday, February 21 •Bunco activities at the Cherokee County Hospitality Center 516 N. Kansas 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Everyone welcome. Wednesday, February 22 •Baxter Springs Kiwanis Club meets Noon -1 p.m. at Van’s Steakhouse •Senior Exercise 10 a.m. at the Hospitality Center 516 N. Kansas.
Groves addresses House Judiciary Committee

Groves addresses House Judiciary Committee

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Groves addresses House Judiciary Committee

News Staff
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Cherokee County Sheriff David Groves had the opportunity to testify before the House Judiciary Committee on behalf of Kansas Sheriff’s, Chiefs of Police and Peace Officers in opposition of a bill that would hinder law enforcement’s ability to seize money made by criminals from their criminal acts.
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