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Physical altercation leads to arrest
A physical altercation June 30 at approximately 5:30 p.m. in the area of 11th and Keller Street, led to the notification of Galena Police.As officers arrived on scene, one of the individuals took off on foot. While chasing the individual, he attempted to enter three residences then ended up taking a bicycle from the rider as she rode past him.He eventually ditched the bicycle south of Baker…
Baxter Springs Police now taking donations for Christmas in July toy drive
BAXTER SPRINGS, Kan. — Santa is getting a head start on Christmas in Cherokee County. For the second straight year, the City of Baxter Springs is holding a Christmas in July toy drive. The toys are being collected for distribution this coming Christmas as part of the Cherokee County Toy Box Drive.
AFC Urgent Care Gives Tips on Preventing Heat Related Illnesses
American Family Care, the nation`s leading provider of accessible primary care, urgent care and occupational medicine is now open near Starbucks and Target at 320 Geneva Avenue. American Family Care or A-F-C, is open seven days a week, and much more than urgent care. They offer a comprehensive suite of...
Sonic debuts $1.99 fast-food value menu
JOPLIN, Mo. (KSNF) — A popular fast-food chain is getting into the “value menu” game. Sonic Drive-In is introducing a $1.99 Menu that features several food and dessert items. In a statement, Sonic is calling it their budget-friendly à la carte items, the “Fun.99 Menu.”
Meet a Columbus High School grad who's driving the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile
It’s 27 feet long and 11 feet high, and when she finishes her yearlong journey, Columbus native Sarah Oney will have driven with her copilot one of the six famous Oscar Mayer Wienermobiles around 20,000 miles to more than 200 events across the midwestern United States. “Sarah had a lot of people to go up against, but I think it was clear from the moment we met her that she absolutely has sunshine energy,” Schmitt told the Ledger-Enquirer. “… When she was going through the process, it was so clear that she was ready to take on a role that just really spreads joy because she really is joyful. … Sarah’s just begun the job, but she’s already made so much magic along the way.” Meet Sarah Oney here.
Area Agency on Aging offers Workshop for People Living With Chronic Health Issues
The Living a Healthy Life workshops teach those any chronic illness how to handle symptoms that arrise with those illnesses. Research has shown that different illnesses have similar syptoms, therefore the management of those symptoms are similar. Anyone with arithritis, heart disease, depression, asthma and COPD, diabetes, and other chronic illnesses, as well as caregivers, are welcome to attend. The workshops are free and attendees will receive a resource book and a CD of relaxation techniques.
Ribbon cutting at new flower shop
Members of the Columbus Chamber of Commerce rolled out the welcome mat to the latest new business in the downtown district.Life in Bloom, located at 211 W. Maple brings three new businesses in one building.According to the owners Nate and Casey Long. In addition to a full service flower shop and a coffee and beverage center the upstairs will be available for meetings and for small events.Everyone…
Bullard named to president’s list
Washburn University has announced its President’s List honorees for the spring 2024 semester.Kennedy Bullard from Columbus is a President’s List honoree for Spring 2024.To qualify for the President’s List, a student must complete at least 12 hours of graded credits and earn a semester grade point average of 4.0.
Kansas Construction Pension Fund Receives $43.1M PBGC Grant
The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation approved a $43.1 million grant on Friday for the Kansas Construction Trades Open End Pension Trust Fund, a pension fund for construction workers based in Topeka, Kansas. The pension plan covers 8,145 participants and had been in critical status. According to the plan’s Form 5500...
Storms and cooler weather for midweek
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - As a cold front moves through south central Kansas, the chances for storms will return to the state and much cooler temperatures are set to overspread the region for the middle of the week. Severe weather threats are low for the immediate area, but gusty winds and torrential rain can be expected.
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