Cherokee County Health Department officials have temporarily moved their offices to 120 South Deleware in Columbus. Plans are to remain in the temporary location until the new offices are completed.
Little Balkans SAR chapter, Pittsburg donated books to the Columbus Library in honor of the America 250 celebration. The chapter is pleased to support the library and contribute to the community’s recognition of this historic milestone. Those present for the donation were Martin Dupslaff, Piper Hayes, Rick Parmele and John Gilpin. Courtesy photo.
It has been several years since the last Columbus Area Churches picnic, but that will change June 14. Head over to City Park for food, fun and music.
Emergency personnel were busy late Sunday night and early Monday morning performing water rescues of people who had driven into high water. Cody Burton, Dylan Koehler and Korey Lucian were among the firefighters from Columbus. Photo courtesy Columbus Fire Department.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Tops second in Saporito Classic
Kash Spear, incoming Titan Sophomore, knocked a two-run homer for the Columbus Junior Babe Ruth Team, Friday, in their 12-3 win over Neodesha, on Bomber Field at the Columbus Community Field Ball Park. Courtesy photo.
Landin Midgett, 2023 Columbus Unified High School Graduate was named Jailbird of the Game, in Thursday’s win over Nevada, Mo. Courtesy photo.
Ron and Kay Holmes will celebrate their 50th Wedding Anniversary June 12. The couple was married in 1976. There will be a family celebration at a later date.
Outstanding choir students at Columbus Schools were presented with their certificates at the end of year vocal concert. Karley Jones director presented the awards. Those earning the award were Lydia Wilkins, River Murphy and Jewlie Shrader.
After the May 19 meeting of the Columbus Mercy Auxiliary, members presented the staft at the hospital with fruit trays made by Auxiliary member Bobbi Martin. The trays were in appreciation of the staff and all they do for the community. Courtesy photo.
