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Kickin’ the can
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GIRARD, Kan. — Mr. Tim Viets, a Crawford County resident, approached the county commissioners about the ongoing comprehensive plan survey, saying it has been active for quite some time and no …

Autumn Leaves
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ARCADIA, Kan. — Autumn Leaves luncheon was held on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.   Judy led the flag salute and following the Lords Prayer Richard gave a blessing for the meal.   …

The Literary Cat Co. featured in NYT 
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PITTSBURG, Kan. —The Literary Cat Co. is making national news for its unique combination of books and finding forever homes for area cats.  " A reporter from the New York Times Book …
Meet the artist

Muralist paints for community enjoyment
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Although many people see her work every day, most don’t know the artist behind the paint. Pittsburg native Jenna Spencer is currently working on her 16th mural in the downtown area. 

Apex Stages to expand
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Apex Stages, located at 3530 N. Lone Star Road, broke ground Thursday on a new expansion, which will double its facility.  

Dinking outside the box
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GFD, GPD release reports
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GIRARD, Kan. — The Girard Police and Fire Department have remained busy in recent months. They recently released monthly and second quarter reports, respectively.   Throughout June, …

Bad news, good news
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RMA, Kan. — The age-old question: Do you want the good news or bad news first? That question was answered Monday evening at the Arma City Hall during the council’s regular …

Frontenac begins budget talks for 2026 . . .
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FRONTENAC, Kan. — Among the discussions at Wednesday’s city council meeting were the upcoming budget for fiscal year 2026 and the option to exceed the revenue-neutral rate on property …
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From Our History

Pigeons fly 500 miles, arrive at lofts near Pittsburg in 12:42:00
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Excerpted stories in Crawford County newspaper archives 100 years ago July 12 - 14, 1925   The last of ten racing pigeons, liberated yesterday morning in Albany, Ill., at 5 a.m., …
True Stories

It’s in the wash
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I washed my billfold this week. Yep. I’d just changed out of my sweat-drenched, khaki shorts, started a load of wash and was slicing a homegrown tomato for supper when I remembered I …
From Our History

Railroad would install light poles to aid development of avenue
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Excerpted stories in Crawford County newspaper archives 100 years ago July 11, 1925   Plans for a more adequate lighting system on East Seventh Street, from the post office east …
From Our History

Increase in summer coal production
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Excerpted stories in Crawford County newspaper archives 100 years ago July 10, 1925   Gets a big yield of oats. John Grant, a farmer a short distance southwest of Scammon on rural …
Kansas
Associated Press Kansas Daybook for Saturday, Jul. 12.The daybook is for planning purposes only and is not intended for publication or broadcast. You should verify any event you plan to cover.Please …
Associated Press Kansas Daybook for Friday, Jul. 11.The daybook is for planning purposes only and is not intended for publication or broadcast. You should verify any event you plan to cover.Please …
Nation
From one 14 to another, White Sox great Konerko gets gift from Pope Leo XIV in honor of 2005 title

White Sox great Paul Konerko got a present from one No. 14 to another in honor of the 20th anniversary of the 2005 World Series championship run — a jersey signed by noted Chicago fan Pope Leo XIV. …

AP News Summary at 12:08 a.m. EDT Trump tours Texas flood sites and defends officials as questions mount about response KERRVILLE, Texas (AP) — President Donald Trump toured the devastation from catastrophic flooding in Texas …
Charges dropped against Utah doctor accused of throwing away $28,000 in COVID vaccine doses The federal government has dismissed charges against a Utah plastic surgeon accused of throwing away COVID-19 vaccines worth thousands of dollars during the pandemic. Dr. Michael Kirk Moore was also …
AP News in Brief at 12:04 a.m. EDT Trump tours Texas flood sites and defends officials as questions mount about response KERRVILLE, Texas (AP) — President Donald Trump on Friday toured the devastation from catastrophic flooding …
Sports
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Frontenac senior Aubree Moore goes for a block during Saturday’s championship match against Louisburg at Frontenac High School.

Raiders finish second, Panthers third in Frontenac Tournament

FRONTENAC, Kan. — The Frontenac Raiders finished second in their home volleyball tournament on Saturday with a 2-1 loss (25-19, 18-25, 22-25) in the championship match against the Louisburg …

Work continues on PSU track and field stadium
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Pittsburg State’s outdoor track and field teams have been dominant at the MIAA and NCAA Division II levels during recent years. And now, the university is about to add a facility that matches the athletes’ standard of excellence.

Karen Curran wins second Tri-State crown
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Karen Curran always wanted to see her name on the trophies. “I looked at those ladies’ names and thought I can do that,” she said. “I want to be able to do that. It’s so cool now that I’m part of the history of the Tri-State.”

PSU's Arnett plays against professional players
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It wasn’t the desired outcome, but the Kansas City Diamonds were a big hit June 10-12 in the Kansas City PRO Softball Series.

De'Marus Partee named boys athlete of year
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Pittsburg junior three-sport standout De’Marus Partee has been named the Morning Sun boys athlete of the year for the 2024-25 school year.
Regional Sports
Erik Thommy's second-half goal helps Sporting KC earn 1-1 draw with Real Salt Lake

Erik Thommy scored in the second half to help Sporting Kansas City earn a 1-1 draw with Real Salt Lake. Thommy pulled Sporting KC even in the 59th minute with his third goal this season — …

Arizona governor approves up to $500M in taxpayer funds to upgrade home of Diamondbacks Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs has signed legislation that provides public funding to renovate Chase Field, home of the Arizona Diamondbacks. The bill won bipartisan support in both of the state’s …
Chiefs seek extension for Kansas stadium financing, raising possibility of move across state line The Chiefs have requested an extension to the end-of-June deadline for a stadium financing package from the state of Kansas in a letter to the Kansas Senate president. The request Thursday is an …
National sports

PHOTO COLLECTION: Wimbledon Tennis Best of Finals

Poland

This is a photo collection curated by AP photo editors.

The addition of Milwaukee Brewers rookie phenom pitcher Jacob Misiorowski to the National League All-Star team drew mixed reactions around Major League Baseball. Some players and fans quickly took to …

Felix, Serena go into Team USA HoF along with an icon who paved the way for women: Anita DeFrantz

FILE - IOC member Anita DeFrantz, of the United States, attends the start of the 142nd IOC session at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, July 23, 2024, in Paris. (AP Photo/David Goldman, File)

Allyson Felix, Serena Williams, Kerri Walsh Jennings and legendary coach Mike Krzyzewski were among those inducted into the Team USA Hall of Fame. Also in the Class of 2025 was Anita DeFrantz, a 1976 …

Yanks' Cody Bellinger hits 3rd home run of game against Cubs, an inning after being robbed NEW YORK (AP) — Cody Bellinger hit three two-run homers, leading the New York Yankees to an 11-0 win …

Dodgers prospect De Paula hits 3-run homer to lift NL to 4-2 win in All-Star Futures Game

Los Angeles Dodgers prospect Josue De Paula speaks during a news conference at Truist Park, Saturday, July, 12, 2025 in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Charles Odum)

Josue De Paula hit a three-run homer in a four-run fourth inning and the National League beat the American League 4-2 in the All-Star Futures Game featuring top prospects. The National League is …

Kyle Manzardo hit a tiebreaking home run and All-Star Steven Kwan drove in two runs to help the Cleveland Guardians beat the Chicago White Sox 6-2. Manzardo’s solo shot in the sixth off reliever …
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Business

Marrone’s keeps moving
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — For 95 years, Marrone’s Inc. has been supplying area restaurants, hotels, schools and hospitals with produce and food items. But co-owner Albert Marrone Jr. is currently battling the uncertainty of tariffs.  

North Lindburg Pharmacy location to close
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Lindburg Pharmacy Owner Brandi Wolf announced Monday that the north branch located at 2720 N. Broadway will close Aug. 1. Wolf assured the public that the south location at 909 E. Centennial Drive will remain open. 

Fit to print
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From school spirit to workplace attire, First Edition has been customizing for communities for more than 30 years.  

Bushel & a Peck expands
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GIRARD, Kan. — Although Bushel & a Peck owners left the mismatched furniture and old brick walls behind, Kelley Terlip and Michael Gringras brought the same cozy feeling to their new location, 820 S Summit Street in Girard.  
World
Puerto Ricans hope for change as Bad Bunny sings about the island's turmoil and identity

Bad Bunny’s latest album, “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS,” is sparking global conversations about Puerto Rico’s culture and struggles. The artist’s series of 30 concerts in Puerto Rico, which …

More than 40 arrested at London protest in support of banned group Palestine Action Authorities have arrested over 40 people during a protest in central London. Demonstrators opposed the government's decision to classify the pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action as a terrorist …
28 Palestinians including children killed in Israeli airstrikes in Gaza Hospital officials say Israeli airstrikes have killed at least 28 Palestinians in Gaza including four children. Strikes since late Friday have targeted areas in central and southern Gaza, leaving 13 …
Obituaries
Lana "Suellen" Toeller Holtzman
Lana “Suellen” Toeller Holtzman, 83, passed away on July 8, 2025. She will be interred at Garden of Memories in Pittsburg, Kansas. A service will be held at the Garden of Memories shelter …
Donald Ray Barnard
Donald Ray Barnard, age 85, known affectionately as Don to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at his home in Pittsburg, Kansas. Born on Oct. 12, 1939, in the …
Jerry Elton Waltrip
Jerry Elton Waltrip, 89 of Pittsburg, KS died Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at Mercy Hospital Pittsburg. He was born to Flora Ellen Krider Waltrip and Charles Keyth Waltrip Feb. 28, 1936, in Arkansas …
Michael Jay Stotts
Michael Jay Stotts, age 66, of Kingwood, Texas, passed away on July 4th, 2025. He was born on January 18th, 1959, in Frontenac, Kansas to Kenneth N. and Alberta Anne Stotts. Affectionately known …
Patricia Jean Cook
Patricia Jean Cook, affectionately known to family and friends as Pat or Patty Jean, passed gracefully into eternal peace, surrounded by family, on July 3, 2025, in Boerne, Texas. The legacy she …
City Life

Spring and Summer
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Megan Reed, a starting crew member that helped open the new speakeasy the Biles Brothers Meeting House, is learning how to make craft cocktails to the delight of craft …

  • Summertime Sadness
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    I debated on writing about "Summertime Sadness" or having Seasonal Affective Disorder in the summer. Most …

  • July events exploding into the ether
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    PITTSBURG, Kan. —The rain and dreary weather may make one want to hibernate with a warm blanket, …

  • The Big Bang Theory
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    Continuing my favorite pop culture shows and music of the last 20-30 years, I land on one of the most …

  • Club Notes
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    Everyday    Alcoholics Anonymous    Need help or need to talk. …

  • June events bid a farewell . . .
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    We will soon say goodbye to another month of the year as summer is officially here. The hot and …

  • Country crooner set to play casino
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    PITTSBURG, Kan. — Country crooner Morgan Rohr is set to play Kansas Crossing Casino on June …

Trojan Tribune
GHS prepares for Homecoming
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As Homecoming week grows near, GHS students are preparing for the festivities in preparation for the Homecoming game against Burlington Friday, October 11.
GHS students participates in Greenbush Culinary Arts program
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Two GHS students develop their culinary skills at Greenbush five days a week from 8:30-9:30. Ava Hardwick and Alexa Lopez attend the Greenbush Culinary Arts program.
Web extras
African women are key to fighting climate change – these are the green skills they will need
There’s a long list of green skills that women across Africa need so that they can get jobs and start businesses that help the world adapt to climate change.
This tropical plant builds isolated ‘apartments’ to prevent battles among the aggressive ant tenants it relies on for survival
Squamellaria plants grow special structures to host the ants they symbiotically rely on for nutrients. Distinct compartments help different ant colonies live peacefully side by side.
Spotted lanternflies love grapevines, and that’s bad for Pennsylvania’s wine industry
An entomologist describes how the sap-sucking insects can weaken grapevines and reduce fruit yield and quality.
School smartphone bans reflect growing concern over youth mental health and academic performance
Across the US, parents are leading the charge to limit cellphone use in schools.
Muscle weakness in cancer survivors may be caused by treatable weakness in blood vessels – new research
Many cancer survivors struggle with muscle weakness, which can be so profound that they may have difficulties walking up a couple of flights of stairs or going shopping for groceries on their own.