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Record 4-H sale at county fair

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Friday, January 6, 2023
August Fair Closes With Record 4-H Sale An overflow crowd, fair enthusiasts called the largest in a decade was reflected in the final event.

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Commissioners hire new insurance administrator

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Friday, January 6, 2023
. September New Insurance Administrator Hired by County Following several interviews and meetings a new insurance administrator has been hired by Cherokee County to oversee the health, vision and dental insurance processing for employees.

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City council appointments made

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Friday, January 6, 2023
The Columbus City Council voted to return Tom Pryor to his position as Council President. In this position Pryor chairs the council meeting when the mayor is absent from the meeting. In that occurrence he retains his vote as a council member.
Senator Hilderbrand submits resignation

Senator Hilderbrand submits resignation

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Senator Hilderbrand submits resignation

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Friday, January 6, 2023
In a surprise announcement Wednesday Kansas State Senator Richard Hilderbrand submitted his resignation from the Senate effective January 8. Hilderbrand (R-Baxter Springs) cited family health concerns and the need to give more attention to his insurance business.
Removing the holiday decorations

Removing the holiday decorations

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Removing the holiday decorations

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Friday, January 6, 2023
Removing the holiday decorations from the light poles, city workers took advantage of the nice weather to get the job done. Those handling the decorations are Russ Zwahlen, John Shallenburger and Casey England.

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Safe Route contract approved

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Friday, January 6, 2023
A design contract was approved with BG Consultants, for a 2023-24 Safe Route to Schools project. Including new sidewalks on the south side of Maple Avenue from Sunset Avenue to High School Street and Sycamore Street from North East Avenue to Seventh Avenue.
Brothers convicted in Oswego hospital scam

Brothers convicted in Oswego hospital scam

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Brothers convicted in Oswego hospital scam

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Friday, January 6, 2023
July Brothers Convicted in Oswego Hospital scam Two brothers were convicted for their roles in a $1.4 billion healthcare fraud conspiracy that involved billing insurers for services supposedly performed at rural hospitals, but actually carried out elsewhere, between 2015 and 2018.

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CALENDAR

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Friday, January 6, 2023
JANUARY 6, 2023 Friday, January 6 •Lady Titan JV wrestling Seneca Tournament TBA •Titan Basketball at Girard 4:30 p.m. Saturday, January 7 •Central (Columbus) Junior High boys basketball Jamboree 8 a.m.   •Baxter Springs American Legion Breakfast 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. the American Legion...

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Take a look at your business

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Tuesday, January 3, 2023
Now that the weather has cooled, it is a good time to look at your building, it’s sort of slow at this time of year for another few weeks, so take time to do some repainting and repairs. Here are some points you may want to review for the look of your building.

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Cherokee County Court Docket

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Tuesday, January 3, 2023
District Court Judge Maradeth Frederick Wednesday, January 4 9 a.m. – In the Matter of the Estate of Billy Don Adams, hearing, (probate) 1 p.m. – In the Matter of the Marriage of Tara Bowin vs. Aaron Bowin, motion, (domestic) Friday, January 6 11 a.m. – State of Kansas vs. James L. Bilke, Jr., plea...
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