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PITTSBURG, Kan. — A Pittsburg family is trying to pick up the pieces of what is left after a mother was arrested last week by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents while trying to … more

By Aaron Pyle / [email protected] | 5/1/25

The K-39 section between the east K-3 junction and the K-7 junction in southern Bourbon County will be closed starting Tuesday, May 6. Drivers must follow alternate routes up until late June.

K-39 to close Tuesday

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CRAWFORD COUNTY, Kan. — Crawford County residents traveling through the northwest portion of the county need to find a new route by Tuesday. The Kansas Department of Transportation … more

Staff Reports / [email protected] | 5/1/25

Terri, left, and Bootsie, right, share their experiences with Mosaic alongside Mosaic Home Manager Tara Fairchild during Wednesday’s “Partners in Possibilities” luncheon and fundraiser held at the John U. Parolo Education Center on the campus of the Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas.

‘More than just care, it’s family’

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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Connecting community partners while raising funds, Mosaic held its “Partners in Possibilities” luncheon Wednesday afternoon at the John U. Parolo Education … more

By Aaron Pyle / [email protected] | 5/1/25

Pittsburg Fire Department stays busy

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PITTSBURG, Kan. — The Pittsburg Fire Department continues to serve the community in numerous ways. more

By Antjea Wolff / [email protected] | 4/30/25

From left, Hank Thomas Allie Utley and Aaron Thompson answer questions from the audience after a screening of “Preserving The Big Train: A Family’s Gift to Humboldt” which was created by Thompson. Thomas is the grandson of Walter Johnson, a famous baseball pitcher in the 1920s.

Documentary highlights baseball legends and small-town determination

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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Filmmaker and Pittsburg State University graduate student Aaron Thompson unveiled his latest project Monday evening to a select group of individuals. more

By Antjea Wolff / [email protected] | 4/30/25

Recipients and guests pose in front of a plaque listing former Skubitz Foundation awardees at BMO Bank on Wednesday evening. This year, the foundation awarded more than $46,000 in grants to three worthy organizations in Crawford County.

Skubitz Foundation announces annual awards

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PITTSBURG, Kan. — The Skubitz Foundation hosted its annual awards banquet at BMO Bank in Pittsburg Wednesday evening. Each year, the foundation selects up to three noteworthy organizations to … more

By Dustin R. Strong / [email protected] | 4/30/25

Lamar to host 2025 spring coin show

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LAMAR, Mo. — The Lamar Coin and Collectors Show returns to the Thiebaud Auditorium, 105 E. 11th Street, on Saturday, May 3, for another installment of this annual tradition. … more

By Dustin R. Strong / [email protected] | 4/30/25

Dorian Rossback, foreground left, and Tayvon Smith try their luck at Lakeside Park during the 2007 Outdoor Kansas Kids Day, sponsored by the Pittsburg Parks and Recreation Department, Pittsburg State University, and the Kansas Wildscape Foundation.

‘OK Kids Day’ returns May 3

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PITTSBURG, Kan. — This weekend marks the much-anticipated return of "OK Kids Day," a full day of family activities at Lakeside Park. OK (Outdoor Kansas) Kids Day, a free event … more

Staff Reports / [email protected] | 4/30/25

Ongoing renovation work at Freeman Hospital Fort Scott

Freeman Fort Scott opening delayed until fall

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Freeman Health Systems is finding that renovation projects can take a little more time than expected. In a news release, Tuesday, officials with Freeman said that while the ongoing renovation of Freeman Fort Scott Hospital is “progressing smoothly,” opening of the facility won’t take place until this fall, instead of this spring. more

Staff reports | 4/30/25

John's Sports Center General Manager and daughter of owners Adam and Ryann Gariglietti Chloe Barnes unpack jeans Tuesday, April 29 in the store.

The original Bass Pro Shop

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PITTSBURG, Kan. — John’s Sports Center is known as “the original Bass Pro Shop” as Johnny Morris, owner of the nationwide chain, got his idea from trading beads and lures at the John’s tackle counter in the mid 1970s. more

By Antjea Wolff / [email protected] | 4/29/25

State Parks hold ‘Free Vehicle Entry Day’

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FARLINGTON, Kan. — The summer camping season begins this weekend at Crawford State Park and state parks across Kansas on a budget-friendly note. Visitors to Farlington Lake, where temps are … more

Staff Reports / [email protected] | 4/29/25

RJA to take on CINC housing

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GIRARD, Kan. — At last Friday’s county commission meeting, Mike Walden, executive director for the Southeast Kansas Regional Juvenile Detention Center, petitioned the commissioners for a … more

By Dustin R. Strong / [email protected] | 4/29/25

Pittsburg State University graduate student Benjamin Thomas instructs academic adviser Isaac Lewis on how to properly use a virtual reality headset at a Communication Center open house.

PSU Communication Dept. showcases ‘Communication Center’

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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Approximately 21 to 24 percent of undergraduate students enrolled in COMM 207: Speech Communication at Pittsburg State University experience high levels of communication … more

By Aaron Pyle / [email protected] | 4/29/25

Feels like the first time

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GIRARD, Kan. — Crawford County Zoning Administrator May Smith approached the commission on Friday with a request to approve a motion to enforce the county’s new nuisance and abatement … more

By Dustin R. Strong / [email protected] | 4/29/25

After a rain-soaked torch run earlier, nearly 250 athletes and 150 student volunteers from 20 schools gathered at the Plaster Center on Tuesday for track and field events sponsored by Special Olympics Kansas. Competitions included a softball toss and the javelin. Tuesday’s events were reserved for kids while Wednesday will feature the adult athletes.

SOKS track and field is back!

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4/29/25

This 1950 Chevy 5-0, known as “the mascot of Harrigans’ Barn,” stood near the middle of the Harrigans’ Barn venue Saturday to welcome visitors to the return of the twice-yearly market.

Harrigans’ Barn held Saturday

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GIRARD, Kan. — Despite the cool and gloomy weather that blanketed Crawford County, Saturday, spirits were high, and laughs echoed throughout the grounds of Harrigans’ Barn for the … more

By Aaron Pyle / [email protected] | 4/29/25

CCSO reports scam

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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Scammers are back at it again. The Crawford County Sheriff’s Office warns residents about a scheme where criminals are impersonating law enforcement. … more

Staff Reports / [email protected] | 4/29/25

Girard Chamber of Commerce members and The Long Branch Office Suites Owners Troy and Lisa Blair and their daughter, Brooke Mahnken cut the ribbon on their new business. The space has eight rentable office suites and one conference room.

Family creates office suites for remote workers

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GIRARD, Kan. — The Long Branch Office Suites, located at 130 E. Forest Ave., Girard, is offering a space for remote workers outside of their homes. more

By Antjea Wolff / [email protected] | 4/28/25

Calls for service, other activities increase for PD

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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Last week, Pittsburg Police Department handled a slight uptick in calls for service and officer self-initiated activities. more

By Antjea Wolff / [email protected] | 4/28/25

Massive investments keep county growing

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PITTSBURG, Kan. — To coincide with the City of Pittsburg’s recent year-end review, the Kelce College of Business at Pittsburg State has released its first economic report of 2025. Some of … more

By Dustin R. Strong / [email protected] | 4/28/25