Recently discussed at a Chamber tourism committee meeting included the appearance of the Columbus community to visitors and steps that can be taken to attract and hold people in the area. Along with the ever growing number of visitors that come for the Columbus Hot Air Balloon Regatta and Columbus Day Festival, the Cherokee County American Legion Fair, the Rodeo, Big Brutus, and Rustic Moose Lodge brings in many groups of hunters, plus many other activities throughout the year. There are also lots of hunters and fishermen from out of state visiting our community on any given day.

The board of directors would like to recognize these Columbus Chamber of Commerce members for being active in the Chamber and Community for over 35 years. Some of have been members for 50 years or more, but cannot find any records dating back that far.

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Brian Keith Williams, 45, was arrested Monday by Baxter Springs Police officers on charges of interference with law enforcement; obstruct or resist and is being held in lieu of $500 bail. Daniel Kunce, 36, was arrested Saturday by Baxter Springs Police officers on charges of vehicle liability insurance required and unlawful registration and was released on $795 bail.

Luke Dakota Martin, 30, was arrested Sunday on a warrant for the state of Oklahoma and is being held without bail. Kyle Jacob Taylor, 30, was arrested Sunday by Oswego Police officers on charges of criminal trespass; remain in defiance and is being held in lieu of $648.50 bail.

In present-day houses, tile is usually a humble building material, limited to bathroom or kitchen surfaces for its durability and ease of cleaning. To collectors, they are an art form; especially if they were made by the art potteries of the early 20th century.

Tuesday, May 7 •LEPC meets 9 a.m. •County Economic Development Commission meets at 6:30 p.m.

Named the Baxter Springs Cowtown Days Little Dude contest winners Eli Webb and Little Darlin Harper Hulsey with a Friday evening announcement. The 2024 Cowtown Queen was Dixie Webb and making the whole event a Royal Family, Daniel Webb was named 2024 Cowtown King..

The annual Hunters Safety Course was held Friday and Saturday at the Cherokee County Sportsman’s Club with about 50 youngsters in attendance. Sponsored by the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks and the Sportsman’s Club the youngsters earned their certification by attending both days of the course.