Cherokee County Court Docket

This is the schedule of the District Court Room with Judge Maradeth Frederick presiding. All of the hearings, conferences, arraignments, dismissals, appearances and trials are open to the public.

‘A good quote is like a spark hitting dry tinder’

There’s nothing more flattering, or dangerous, for writers than having their words quoted in an approving manner.

Keeping a well stocked pantry

Arianna Perkins District Health and Nutrition Program Assistant, Wildcat Extension DistrictWith the rising cost of groceries, many families are looking for ways to stretch their food budget.

Cherokee County Jail Report

Nathan Heath Rushing, 43, was arrested Sunday by Bureau of Indian Affairs on charges of cultivate or distribute with intent opiates, opium, narcotics or stimulants and criminal possession of a firearm by a felon and is being held without bail.Bo Garrett Elliott, 35, was arrested Sunday by Wyandotte...

Bring calm to the home with PAX tools

Michelle Broxterman Family and Child Development Extension Agent, Wildcat Extension DistrictWhat if family life felt just a little more peaceful? What if homework, chores, or bedtime didn’t always turn into a battle?

Labette County Jail Report

Cordell Eugene Bensley, 28, was arrested Friday by Chetopa Police officers on charges of failure to appear and was released on $800 bail.The Information presented in this column is collected from the Labette County Sheriff’s Department and includes arrests made by the Chetopa Police Department,...

Columbus City Council minutes

City Council Meeting February 17, 2026 5:30 P.M.The City Council of Columbus, Kansas met February 17, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. presided over by Mayor Grant Spieth.

Helping houseplants to grow healthy

As we look forward to this year’s garden, let’s not forget about the plants on our window sills. Houseplants are often neglected, but can also be over-loved, so giving them the right amount of care is important.The best way to check on the plants is to assess their needs.

Speed-of-processing games can reduce risk of dementia

Let me ask you this, and answer as quickly as you can: Would you like an easy, fun way to delay or prevent dementia?That’s a resounding yes.

Woodcock All-CNC Honorable Mention

The 2025-26 CNC Girls Basketball All League selections were announced recently by league officials.Lady Titan Sophomore, Americus Woodcock, was named to the All-CNC League Honorable Mention list.Head Coach Abby Farabi was named CNC League Coach of the Year and her Lady Panthers were the CNC League...