Savonburg woman dies in Wilson Co. crash
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WILSON COUNTY, Kan. — One person was killed in a two-vehicle crash in Wilson County late Monday.
According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, the crash was reported at 8:05 p.m. Monday …
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3/5/25
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PITTSBURG, KS – Starting at 6 a.m. Saturday, March 8, Harry’s Cafe regulars will once again have a place to eat a hearty breakfast, sip a cup of coffee and enjoy a slice of pie in a cozy, nostalgia-filled environment.
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By Antjea Wolff / [email protected]
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3/5/25
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Family Y begins rebuilding process with member input
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PITTSBURG, Kan. –– Jeff Snyder, the current interim CEO of the Pittsburg Family Y, invited members to one of two meetings at the Y gymnasium on Monday. Also in attendance were eight of …
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By Dustin R. Strong / [email protected]
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3/5/25
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The little town that can
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MULBERRY, Kan. –– Mulberry is the little town that refuses to quit. Once a popular rest stop for travelers along the Military Highway, the little burg has experienced some rough times. …
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By Dustin R. Strong / [email protected]
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3/4/25
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‘Little Blue Books’ find new life
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — A historic series of small staple-bound books is finding new life in Pittsburg State University’s Porter Hall with the help of students and staff. …
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By Aaron Pyle / [email protected]
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3/4/25
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Local leaders chosen for prestigious program
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PITTSBURG, KS – Three area community members have been chosen for the 2025 Leadership Kansas class.
Weir-resident Mike Farrington with Crossland Construction Co., Columbus-resident Angie Saporito with Mercy Hospital Columbus and Pittsburg resident Wesley Streeter with Pittsburg State University were three of 40 people selected by the Kansas Chamber and Kansas Chamber Education Foundation.
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3/4/25
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Extension Office plans health programs
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PITTSBURG, KS – K-State Research and Extension office will host several events in March designed to help attendees live healthier lives.
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3/4/25
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Girl Scouts’ arts and crafts takes a different spin
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PITTSBURG, KS – Area Girl Scouts were able to learn skills from three different departments at the Pittsburg State University Crossland College of Technology this past Saturday.
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By Antjea Wolff / [email protected]
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3/4/25
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Emergency departments share call reports
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PITTSBURG, KS – Pittsburg Police and Fire departments have released last week’s call statistics. The Crawford County Sheriff’s Office reported figures for February.
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By Antjea Wolff / [email protected]
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3/4/25
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New owner takes over counseling service
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PITTSBURG, KS – Got Your Six Counseling, LLC, a service that specializes in therapy for military members, first responders and veterans, is now under the ownership of licensed social worker and veteran Melissa Austin.
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By Antjea Wolff / [email protected]
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3/1/25
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Flooding temporarily closes theater
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PITTSBURG, KS – Area residents itching to see a movie on the big screen this weekend will have to drive elsewhere as the AMC Classic Pittsburg 8, located inside Meadowbrook Mall, 202 E. Centennial, is still closed.
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By Antjea Wolff / [email protected]
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3/1/25
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Chamber to host Taste of Tuscany
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PITTSBURG, KS – The Pittsburg Area Chamber of Commerce will host its Taste of Tuscany informational event next week.
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By Antjea Wolff / [email protected]
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3/1/25
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Back in business
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3/1/25
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Pittsburg Family Y update
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PITTSBURG, Kan. –– Jeff Snyder is the current CEO of the Pittsburg Family Y. He is also CEO of the Osage Prairie YMCA in Nevada. Since entering into a management agreement with the …
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By Dustin R. Strong / [email protected]
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3/1/25
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USD 246 Food Services receives state recognition
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ARMA, Kan. — The Northeast School District Food Services Department recently received a certificate of distinction from the Kansas Department of Education for its past partnerships with local …
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3/1/25
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CRSO is steppin’ up and crackin’ down
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GIRARD, Kan. –– Sheriff Bill Tomasi met with the Crawford County Commission on Friday to update them on the latest saturation patrol conducted by the Crawford County Sheriff’s …
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3/1/25
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Girard Events announces ‘Food Truck Tuesdays’
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GIRARD, Kan. — Following months of planning and preparation, it’s official. “Food Truck Tuesdays” will be making its way to Girard this spring.
Girard …
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By Aaron Pyle / [email protected]
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3/1/25
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‘I'll have what she's having’
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GIRARD, Kan. — The sound of “As Good as I Once Was” along with other Toby Keith songs could be heard on the speakers of Eastside Cafe Thursday morning and afternoon, to set the mood …
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By Aaron Pyle / [email protected]
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2/28/25
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Girard police looking for ways to recruit
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GIRARD, Kan. — Aiming to grow its personnel, the Girard Police Department is looking for new ways to entice young, aspiring police officers.
Rural police agencies across …
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By Aaron Pyle / [email protected]
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2/28/25
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Students seek to empower community
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PITTSBURG, KS – Pittsburg State University’s Black Student Association (BSA) has plans to be more involved in the community.
During a BSA-hosted event Wednesday evening that featured the Gordon Parks Museum Director Kirk Sharp as a speaker, BSA President Kennadie Campbell said the organization wanted to highlight the two partnerships they are working on this year.
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By Antjea Wolff / [email protected]
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2/28/25
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