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Tuesday, February 17•Cherokee County Beekeepers meeting.
Monday, February 16, 2026
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Music, fun and friends were highlights of the recent elementary school Sweetheart Dance. Brylynn Midgett, Amyx Evans and Oakleigh Mays were among those attending the event.
Music, fun and friends
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Monday, February 16, 2026
Calculation error discovered by Clerk
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According to the Cherokee County Clerk, an error in the calculation of levies for the City of Baxter Springs occurred when the levies were set for the 2025 Tax Roll.
Monday, February 16, 2026
Bill increases scrutiny for free lunches
Anna Kaminski
A contingent of Kansas Republicans narrowly advanced a bill that would increase scrutiny of households that qualify for free and reduced lunch, but it fielded pushback from Democrats and fellow Republicans.One of those Republicans said during a debate Wednesday that his colleagues were overreaching...
Monday, February 16, 2026
Maddox Grant enjoyed a visit with Jamie Ball at Park Elementary recently for their Books and Breakfast event. Friends, family members and older students read a book or two and had breakfast at the event. Courtesy photo.
Maddox Grant
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Monday, February 16, 2026
Crossland acquires Pizza Hut building
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The abrupt closing of the Columbus Pizza Hut came as a surprise to many in the community. Crossauthorities, land became the owner of the building as of February 12.Crossland said in a statement the previous owner of the property contacted Crossland about wanting to sell.
Monday, February 16, 2026
Columbus Public Library Hours
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Mondays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday 9 a.m-6 p.m. Thursdays 9 a.m.-6 a.m. Fridays 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. Saturdays 10 a.m.-noon.Curbside service will be available upon request.
Monday, February 16, 2026
Cherokee County Jail Report
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Joshua Matthew Holt, 44, was arrested Wednesday by Cherokee County Sheriff’s Deputies on charges of vehicle liability insurance required and driving while suspended and was released on $745 bail.Stephen Michael Chancellor, 44, was arrested Tuesday by Wyandotte Nation on chages of driving while...
Thursday, February 12, 2026
Cherokee County Court Docket
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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.
Thursday, February 12, 2026
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Friday, February 13•Weir Municipal Court 8:30 a.m. at Weir City Hall.•County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 p.m.•Clean and Serene Narcotics Anonymous meeting Galena Community Room 6 p.m.Saturday, February 14•Pancake breakfast Black Diamond Lodge 107 W. Main in Weir 7 a.m.-11 a.m. $8 per...
Thursday, February 12, 2026