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Announced Thursday afternoon by the Pittsburg Parks and Recreation Department (PPRD), the Pittsburg Aquatic Center is scheduled to open on Friday, May 24. The Aquatic Center opens at 1 p.m., while the Splash Pad opens at 11 a.m. Season passes are on sale at Lincoln Center for $50. All parties must additionally be present for a picture when purchasing a season pass. Additionally, the sign-up for swim lessons/lazy river challenge opens on Wednesday, May 1.
Pack your swim trunks
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Three generations of teachers 
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Former Pittsburg residents Al Ortolani, Melissa Fite Johnson, and Megan Munger will take part in “Teacher-Student-Teacher,” a celebration of poetry and teachers, … more
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Cherokee County Sheriff David Groves announced his departure late Friday afternoon on Facebook following 25 years of service to the citizens of Cherokee County.
Cherokee Co. Sheriff announces departure
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CHEROKEE COUNTY, Kan. — Following 25 years of serving the citizens of Cherokee County, Sheriff David Groves announced his departure from the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office through a … more
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Among the various workshops and presentations during the conference was a Q&A about how the media and commissioners can develop professional relationships and work together to better inform their communities. Among the panelists were local journalists Ron Womble, news editor for the Morning Sun, and Tawnya Back, news anchor and producer for KOAM/Fox14 TV News.
Visiting commissioners impressed with Crawford County
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GIRARD, Kan. — County Commissioner Carl Wood said he enjoyed attending the recent Kansas County Commissioner Association Conference at Kansas Crossing this past week, adding that he learned a … more
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The Morning Sun General Manager Justin Crain was the featured guest for a Cup o’ Conversation at the Pittsburg Public Library. Crain discussed the challenges of running a print newspaper in the digital age, how he came to be GM, and his vision for the future of The Morning Sun.
‘We do it for the community.’
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — The Morning Sun General Manager Justin Crain was invited to a Cup o’ Conversation at the Pittsburg Public Library to talk about his role in revitalizing and running the … more
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Courtesy of Live Well Crawford County, featuring several employees from the Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas, Girard residents could participate in a free laundry service at The Laundry Basket near the Girard Square throughout Thursday morning and afternoon. With a limit of 10 loads per family, attendees brought their clothes/bedding and were provided quarters, soap, and dryer sheets. For more information on future free laundry service events, call 620-704-0019.
Free laundry service provided in Girard on Thursday
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An empty stage awaits the actors in the Pittsburg State University Theatre program. The students, joined by some alumni, will stage several performances of “Dial M for Murder” from Thursday to Sunday in the Dotty and Bill Miller Theater at the Bicknell Family Center for the Arts, located at 1711 S. Homer St.
PSU Theatre to present ‘Dial M for Murder’
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — From “Animal Farm” to “Blithe Spirit,” the Pittsburg State University Theatre program has hosted several dazzling performances throughout the years. … more
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Students at PSU cross the campus on a blustery, rainy afternoon, Thursday.
PSU says new DEI policy won’t affect them
TOPEKA — State universities in Kansas are banned from requiring prospective students, potential hires and staffers seeking promotion to disclose their views on diversity initiatives under a … more
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Weekend fundraiser to benefit SEMS student
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WEIR, Kan. — The Black Diamond Masonic Lodge of Weir is scheduled to host a benefit lunch this weekend for a 10-year-old Southeast Middle School student Eva Maxton.   From 11 to 2 … more
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Former teacher reaches out to help a student;
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Fate sometimes has a way of intervening when you least expect it. For Martin Dickinson, Fate took the form of a Morning Sun article about the Avenue of Flags needing to raise … more
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Oceanus Hopkins Regent Janie Fletcher and Treasurer Lynne Erdman present Hanna Bailey with a DAR Good Citizen Award Certificate, pin and a $100 check at the DAR’s monthly meeting at Pittsburg State.
Girard senior awarded Good Citizen
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — The Oceanus Hopkins Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution in Pittsburg awarded the DAR Good Citizen Award to Hanna Bailey, a senior … more
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PSU Irene Ransom Bradley School of Nursing Director/Professor Dr. Cheryl Giefer, Freeman Health System CEO Paula Baker, and Freeman Auxiliary Board President Kay Glendenning gather for a photo after Baker handed Giefer a $2,000 check courtesy of the Freeman Auxiliary.
PSU School of Nursing receives donation
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JOPLIN, Mo. — Eight representatives from area nursing schools gathered Wednesday afternoon, receiving a special $2,000 donation from the Freeman Auxiliary to boost training efforts.  … more
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Located in the main lobby of the Pittsburg Public Library, area residents can grab five seed packets per family at the library’s new ‘Seed Library’ program.
‘Take a seed, grow a garden’
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Starting this spring, the Pittsburg Public Library offers more resources for would-be gardeners than simply books.   Announced on Tuesday, the PPL has launched its … more
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Robert Reece, the county administrator for Finney County, responds to a question during a pre-conference workshop at the 48th annual Kansas County Commissioners Association Spring Conference, Tuesday, at the Kansas Crossing Casino. The workshop was on “Budget Basics,” which organizers say is the most requested topic.
County commissioners gather for education, networking
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They all deal with their own unique set of issues, but if there is one subject that is first and foremost in the mind of every Kansas county commissioner, it’s budgeting. That was evident Tuesday as early attendees of 48th Annual Kansas County Commissioners Association Spring Conference gathered for a pre-conference workshop at the Kansas Crossing Casino. more
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Dan Mosier of the Heartland Beekeepers Association of Southeast Kansas, left, discusses beekeeping with John Hinrichs and other members of the group at its booth at the Pittsburg Earth Day celebration at Pritchett Pavillion in 2019.
Earth Day Celebration scheduled for Saturday
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — The City of Pittsburg and the Sustainability Advisory Committee (SAC) will mark Earth Day with an event at the Pritchett Pavillion in Immigrant Park, 106 2nd St., from 11 … more
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Arma Council conveys property to county native
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ARMA, Kan. — A local resident is one step closer to building the dream home for her parents.     Angela Meyer, of Meyer Family Enterprises LLC., visited the Arma City … more
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Frontenac City Council gets new digs
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FRONTENAC, Kan. --- It was a busy docket for the Frontenac City Council on Monday in their new chambers at the Senior Citizens Center. The council’s last regular meeting was postponed due to … more
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SEK Animal Advocates host May fundraiser
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — SEK Animal Advocates is not a typical rescue. Animal Advocates has no kennels to shelter lost or unwanted dogs. Instead, they rely on the generosity of volunteers to foster … more
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Returning for its second year, the Miners Hall Museum in Franklin and Explore Crawford County hosted “A Night in New Orleans” that featured the Ernest James Zydeco Band and a Creole style shrimp boil. Attendees transported to New Orleans Saturday night and put on their dancing shoes while kicking back for a night of partying and southern cuisine.
‘A Night in New Orleans’
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'If you feel different, you drive different’
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CRAWFORD COUNTY, Kan. — As a marijuana-themed date draws near, a local police department is advising drivers to maintain sobriety while driving this weekend.    The Girard Police … more
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