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Southeast Kansas man killed by driverless tractor
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An area man died following an accident over the weekend when he was pinned against a pickup truck by a driverless tractor, according to the Kansas Highway Patrol.  more
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US Navy veteran Michael Harry was presented with a Quilt of Valor on Oct. 15 at the Pittsburg American Legion for his service as a damage controlman and storekeeper from 1971 to 1994, rising to the rank of petty officer 2nd class. Harry served aboard various ships, including the USS Providence off Vietnam, and USS Saratoga during Operation Desert Storm, and performed shore duty in the Philippines and Diego Garcia, before retiring as a damage control instructor from the Philadelphia Navy Yard. He is a Golden Shellback (meaning he has crossed the equator at least three times) who earned six Good Conduct Medals, a Navy Achievement Medal, and Combat Action Ribbon.
Michael Harry awarded a Quilt of Valor
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Supporters of Gov. Laura Kelly gather at Chatters Bar and Grill in Pittsburg for a chance to chat with the governor over Zoom. Kelly was scheduled to appear in person, but high winds across the state prevented her from attending.
Gov. Kelly Zooms into Chatters 
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Scheduled to make a local appearance during Pittsburg State homecoming on Saturday, Gov. Laura Kelly was delayed in Topeka due to high winds across the state. But that did not deter her supporters who gathered at Chatters Bar and Grill for a luncheon with the governor in a private bar reminiscent of a 1920s speak-easy.  more
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Blake Benson, president of the Pittsburg Area Chamber of Commerce, left, delivers a few remarks and a lot of “thank yous” to local business and community leaders at the ribbon-cutting of the newly remodeled welcome center on Monday.
Chamber cuts ribbon on remodeled welcome center 
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lake Benson, president of the Pittsburg Area Chamber of Commerce, marked the end of a nine-month restoration project with a ribbon cutting ceremony Monday at the welcome center in Pittsburg. more
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Lynette Forth, left, and Kailee Ramsey were praised for their honesty by frequent Pichler’s Chicken Annie’s customer Ronald Hicks when he mistakenly gave Ramsey over $500 for a tip and it was returned to him.
Good deed follows dinner
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For former Parsons resident Ronald Hicks, Pichler’s Chicken Annies is his favorite place to eat in the whole world. So, when he mistakenly gave his waitress $550 for a tip, he was grateful when she and the restaurant’s manager chased after him to return his money.   more
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Kansas Game Warden Austin Sievert works with his K-9 partner Apollo to demonstrate evidence retrieval.
Game warden’s job completed by new partner
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According to him, Kansas Game Warden Austin Sievert has the perfect job. After all, he gets to hang out outdoors all day long and play with his dog.  more
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KDOT plans to start a resurfacing project next week on highway K-3 between K-31, near Blue Mound in Linn County, and U.S. 54, near Bronson in Bourbon County.
K-3 resurfacing work to begin next week
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The week of Oct. 24, KDOT plans to start a resurfacing project on highway K-3 between K-31, near Blue Mound in Linn County, and U.S. 54, near Bronson in Bourbon County.  more
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Next week's Chamber Coffee will feature a pumpkin decorating contest sponsored by Ascension Via Christi.
Chamber Coffee to feature pumpkin decorating contest
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Next week's Chamber Coffee will feature an exciting twist: a pumpkin decorating contest sponsored by Ascension Via Christi, which is hosting the Chamber Coffee in coordination with the Pittsburg Area Chamber of Commerce.  more
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Carl and Hope Mahnken were each presented a Quilt of Valor at the Frontenac American Legion on Wednesday.
Quilts of Valor awarded to veteran couple 
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Kathi Lunday of Creating Quilts of Valor awarded a pair of quilts to a veteran couple at the Frontenac American Legion on Wednesday. Carl and Hope Mahnken both served in the US Army, Carl as an officer, Hope as enlisted. They met while stationed at Fort Benning, Georgia.  more
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County announces road striping work
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The Crawford County Commission announced Friday that several roads in the county will be striped over the weekend. more
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County commissioners return from KAC conference 
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The Crawford County Commission was back in regular session on Friday after all three commissioners and several department heads attended the annual Kansas Association of Counties (KAC) conference in Overland Park earlier this week. more
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Kansas State Treasurer Lynn Rogers speaks with Pittsburg voters during a tailgate party at the Frisco Event Center Friday evening. Pittsburg was the last stop on Friday’s agenda, with Rogers also planning on participating in Saturday’s Pitt State Homecoming parade.
Treasurer Rogers visits Southeast Kansas 
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Kansas State Treasurer Lynn Rogers made his rounds through Southeast Kansas on Friday, ending up in Pittsburg for a tailgate party at the Frisco Event Center. more
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Parsons couple sentenced to 60 years each for child sex crimes
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A man and a woman from Parsons have both been sentenced to 60 years in prison for committing sexual crimes against children after prosecutors requested the statutory maximum for each count, to run consecutive to each other.   more
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Frontenac Meals on Wheels delivers
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Volunteer drivers delivered 512 meals to Frontenac area elderly and disabled people in the months of August and September, 2022.  more
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Jim Benson rehearses Thursday for his upcoming piano recital at Cherokee Methodist Church.
Master of keys in Cherokee
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The Cherokee Methodist Church will host a special recital at 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, called “Throughout the Years” featuring pianist Jim Benson, who has had a long career of playing music.  more
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Joshua McCloud, volunteer from the Noon Rotary Club, participates in the 35th Annual Project Warmth Fundraiser by serving attendees at the drink station. McCloud is soon to be inducted into the Noon Rotary Club and participated in the fundraiser with fellow club members.
Project Warmth
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Businesses, community members and local organizations of Southeast Kansas came together Thursday to host the 35th Annual Chili, Soup, and Pie Fundraiser for Project Warmth. more
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New businesses coming to Meadowbrook Mall
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New businesses seem to be popping up everywhere this year in Pittsburg, and the Meadowbrook Mall is adding four more to the list. more
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Parsons Police Officer Rory Johnson is pictured with a firearm, counterfeit $100 bills, several varieties of drugs and other evidence seized following a traffic stop earlier this week.
Felon arrested in Parsons for firearm, counterfeit cash, drugs
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After allegedly fleeing from police, a convicted felon was arrested this week in Parsons for possession of a firearm, counterfeit $100 bills, and at least five different kinds of drugs.  more
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Midwest Trumpet Festival to return to PSU
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An intensive weekend of master classes, recitals, and concerts is planned for Oct. 30 to 31 when the Midwest Trumpet Festival returns to Pittsburg State University after a hiatus in 2020 and 2021.   more
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Cherokee County sheriff offers Halloween safety tips
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With Halloween approaching, Cherokee County Sheriff David Groves offered some tips this week for parents making plans for a safe and fun holiday for their children.  more
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