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Fort Scott woman injured in Crawford County crash
PITTSBURG, Kan. — A Fort Scott woman was seriously injured in a car crash Wednesday evening in Crawford County.   According to the Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP), the crash occurred at … more
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The 2023 Pritchett Trust grant recipients.
Pritchett Trust announces 2023 recipients
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Grant recipients of the Pritchett Trust were announced on Thursday at BMO-Harris Bank in Pittsburg.   According to Pritchett Trust Grant Committee Chair Frances … more
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Cody McCully, event organizer and Countryside Christian Youth Minister, delivers the opening remarks in Wednesday’s Common Ground Youth Conference at Memorial Auditorium.
Common Ground Youth Conference held at Memorial Auditorium
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Countryside Christian Church in Pittsburg hosted its first-ever Common Ground Youth Conference on Wednesday at Memorial Auditorium, providing an entertaining night for middle … more
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An attendee at Wednesday’s Back 2 School Bash, hosted by First Christian Church in Pittsburg, hits a bullseye on the dunk tank target as several kids showed off their arm during the event.
Fellowship and fun
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Children and their families gathered at First Christian Church in Pittsburg on Wednesday for its annual Back 2 School Bash. more
Road crews making progress on East Quincy Street
PITTSBURG, Kan. — Starting Saturday, September 9, East Quincy Street between South Rouse Street and the Pittsburg Nazarene Church will be opened to all traffic. Starting Monday, September … more
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An officer with the Joplin Police Department will not be charged after firing a shot during a barricade and hostage incident in Baxter Springs that resulted in the death of two-year-old Clesslynn J. Crawford. During the incident, which occurred on Saturday, March 26, 2022, at 340 Wyandotte Ave., Eli Crawford, 37, shot and killed Taylor D. Shutte, 27, of Webb City, Missouri, before barricading himself inside a pull behind camping trailer with his daughter and firing over 90 shots at law enforcement officers.
Joplin police officer will not be charged in toddler’s death
CHEROKEE COUNTY, Kan. — There will be no charges filed against an officer with the Joplin Police Department who fired a shot that resulted in the death of a two-year-old girl during a barricade … more
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At the beginning of August, Matthew “Matteo” Schmitt, of Pittsburg, released “Vibrating the Aether” EP (Extended Play), a collection of instrumental music influenced by a birthday gift from his girlfriend.
The gift of music
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — For Matthew “Matteo” Schmitt, of Pittsburg, playing music has been intoxicating since day one.   “From the very beginning, I could hear a vibration … more
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Arts Council to present discussion with visual artists
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Following the success of its first Second Saturday event The Craft of Art in August, the Pittsburg Arts Council (PAC) is revving up for its second event, The Craft of Art: Visual Art this weekend. … more
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Ghost in the Atlantic of South Coffeyville, Oklahoma play their set at last year’s ‘End of Summer Bash’ music festival. This year’s festival will be held Saturday at the My Place Event Grounds, 850 S. Liberty St. in Cherryvale.
‘End of Summer Bash’ scheduled on Saturday
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CHERRYVALE, Kan. — The fourth annual End of Summer Bash music festival is scheduled to take place Saturday at the My Place Event Grounds, located at 850 S. Liberty St. in Cherryvale.   … more
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Area businesses gather in the Northeast High School gymnasium on Wednesday for Independence Community College’s Rural Outreach Career Fair that featured presentations, career pathway opportunities as well as possible internships or apprenticeships.
Students, businesses gather for Rural Outreach Career Fair
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ARMA, Kan. — On Wednesday, students at Northeast High School as well as students from across southeast Kansas received a head start on their future at Independence Community College’s … more
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Pritchett Trust Grant recipients selected
PITTSBURG, Kan. — BMO Trust and Custody Services will announce the recipients of the Pritchett Trust grants at a reception on Thursday, September 7, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. inside the BMO Bank, 417 … more
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Governor Kelly (seated) established the Office of Registered Apprenticeship in a ceremony last year. Standing second to her left is Dr. Mark Johnson of Pittsburg State University who serves as a subject-matter expert and secretary for the Kansas Apprenticeship Council.
Kansas sees nearly 40% Increase in apprenticeships in one year
PITTSBURG, Kan. — It has been one year since Governor Laura Kelly established the Office of Registered Apprenticeship to strengthen workforce development and grow the economy by modernizing and … more
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Girard’s USD 248 team poses with their medals at the Special Olympics Golf Tournament held at Pittsburg’s Four Oaks golf course on Wednesday.
Special Olympians hit the links at Four Oaks
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Special Olympics Kansas hit the fairways on Wednesday at the Four Oaks Municipal Golf Course in Pittsburg. Middle and high school students from Girard, Uniontown, Galena, and … more
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Pam Richey (left) and Megan Bauer (right) of the Restorative Justice Authority pose with their submission representing Crawford County in the Kansas State Fair.
State Fair challenges county clerks 
GIRARD, Kan. — County Clerk Lisa Lusker was challenged by Kansas State Fair Competitions Coordinator Nancy Schmutz to present a competitive exhibit for the State Fair running from Sept. 8 … more
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Keenagers begin rehearsals
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RIVERTON, Kan. — The Keenagers, a not-for-profit senior citizens’ chorus based in Riverton, Kansas, is looking for new members, aged 50 and older, from across the Four States. But … more
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Gorilla Country, located at 104 E. Kansas St., celebrates its 10-year anniversary this week as the store provides a wide array of Pittsburg State University apparel and accessories.
Gorilla Country celebrates their 10-year anniversary
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Steve and Kathy Scott first opened Gorilla Country, their Pittsburg State University-themed clothing store, in September of 2013.   Ten years later, the Scotts are … more
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Gina McBride, Caney Historical Museum - SEKMA board member, Ashley Hovell, Independence, - SEKMA Video committee chair and director at Independence Historical Museum & Arts Center, Carrie Doud, Fiscal and Grants Manager, KS Tourism, Leanne Githens, Fredonia - SEKMA President.
Kansas Tourism announces Marketing Grant Awardees
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TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Commerce’s Kansas Tourism Division recently announced $117,780 has been awarded in the 2023 Tourism Marketing Grant Awards Program. The grants are … more
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Memorial Auditorium, located at 503 N. Pine St. in downtown Pittsburg, will serve as the host for Wednesday’s Common Ground Youth Conference that features a comedian, rapper, indie rock band and a guest speaker, starting at 6 p.m. with doors opening at 5:30 p.m.
Common Ground Youth Conference planned for Wednesday
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Presented by Countryside Christian Church, Memorial Auditorium is scheduled to host the “Common Ground Youth Conference” on Wednesday for students sixth through … more
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Cherokee Fall Festival opens on Friday
CHEROKEE, Kan. — The weather in Cherokee is shaping up to be beautiful for this weekend's annual Cherokee Fall Festival.   Presented by the Cherokee Ruritan Club, the Fall Festival … more
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“I Am King” by Sookie Fields of Pittsburg won Best in Show.
Little Balkans Quilt Show wraps up strong
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Chairperson Brandee Switzer has announced this year’s winners in the 35th annual Little Balkans Quilt Show, held Friday and Saturday at Memorial Auditorium. A total of … more
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