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From left, Krista Fischer, Vicki Babcock, Karsyn Hensley, and Emilee Turner pose by the fence after walking two dogs at the SEK Humane Society. Volunteers walked dogs, cleaned the facility, socialized animals and much more

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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Southeast Kansas Community Action Program (SEK-CAP) employees volunteered at numerous locations across 12 counties in southeast Kansas on Friday for its annual Day of Caring. more

By Antjea Wolff / [email protected] | 5/2/25

Amid chants of “This is what democracy looks like!” and “No Trump! No KKK! No fascist USA!” about 50 protesters gathered at 4th and Broadway Thursday evening in Pittsburg. According to Jackson Bertoncino of the Crawford County Democrats, the protest was to call attention to the accomplishments of the working class, despite attacks by the GOP to break unions. “This is not what my dad fought for,” said Mary Wehrman, whose father landed in Normandy during World War II.

Dems protest in support of basic rights

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5/2/25

Arvest Bank in Pittsburg cooked up hot dogs, Friday, to raise funds alongside The Salvation Army as part of the bank’s annual Million Meals campaign, aiming to tackle food insecurity.

Salvation Army, Arvest partner to fight food insecurity

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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Arvest Bank in Pittsburg teamed up with The Salvation Army Friday afternoon to battle food insecurity. The event was part of the bank’s annual Arvest Million Meals … more

By Aaron Pyle / [email protected] | 5/2/25

Two injured in three-vehicle accident

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CHEROKEE, COUNTY Kan. — Two individuals suffered injuries following a three-vehicle collision late Friday morning in Cherokee County. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, … more

Staff Reports / [email protected] | 5/2/25

County to add two new positions to juvenile court

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GIRARD, Kan. — On Friday, Judge Jennifer Brunetti of the 11th Judicial District notified the Crawford County Commission of the need to replace one attorney and hire two more for … more

By Dustin R. Strong / [email protected] | 5/2/25

It was quite the turn-out at the Miners Hall banquet on Thursday, nearly 80 members and guests attended to support the museum’s mission of preserving the mining and immigrant heritage of southeast Kansas.

Miners Hall celebrates 13 years

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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Long-time supporters and members of the Miners Hall Museum gathered at the Frisco Event Center in Pittsburg Thursday night to celebrate 13 years of service and education by … more

By Dustin R. Strong / [email protected] | 5/2/25

Meals on Wheels

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During the month of April 2025, 873 meals were delivered to the elderly and disabled in Pittsburg. Mercy Hospital Nutritional Services prepares the meals. Special diets are available upon … more

Contributed | 5/2/25

Pittsburg dojo to host karate tournament

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PITTSBURG, Kan. — The Japan Karate-do Genbu-kai of Pittsburg will be hosting their 48th annual karate tournament and seminars May 2-4, 2025. A karate tournament will be held on Saturday, May … more

Contributed | 5/2/25

Brittnee Leitch, left, and Elise Bolden get their cards stamped at the Mercy Hospital table during the community baby shower event at the Homer Cole Center May 1. The baby shower was for pregnant women or new mothers in Crawford County.

Health department hosts community baby shower

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PITTSBURG, Kan. — To help mothers connect to resources available in the community, the Crawford County Health Department held its annual community baby shower at the Homer Cole Center on Thursday. more

By Antjea Wolff / [email protected] | 5/1/25

ICE arrest shatters Pittsburg family

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