Retiring the Colors
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6/16/25
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Autumn Leaves
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ARCADIA, Kan. — Autumn Leaves luncheon was held on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. Judy led the flag salute, everyone join in for the Lord’s Prayer and Richard gave a blessing for the …
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6/16/25
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‘Outdoor education programs at the lake’
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6/16/25
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PSU Nature Reach holds annual camp
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — School may be out in Crawford County, but some kids continue to learn through hands-on activities in nature.
From completing crafts to interacting with …
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By Aaron Pyle / [email protected]
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6/16/25
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Convicted felons arrested for guns, suspected drugs
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Two convicted felons were arrested Thursday morning following a search warrant for a residence in the 700 block of East 10th Street, according to a Pittsburg PD release.
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By Antjea Wolff / [email protected]
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6/13/25
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Hooks and Heroes
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — With the help of the Kansas Department of Wildlife, and Parks, Pittsburg Parks and Recreation hosted its first family fishing night at Lakeside Park since the COVID-19 pandemic. The next fishing event will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 17.
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By Antjea Wolff / [email protected]
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6/13/25
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‘Fallen Trojans Memorial Golf Tournament’ returns for 17th year
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GIRARD, Kan. — From scholarships to facility repairs to plaques, the “Fallen Trojans” continue to make a lasting impact in the community of Girard, evident in its annual memorial …
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By Aaron Pyle / [email protected]
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6/13/25
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Blair pushes survey completion
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GIRARD, Kan. — With Commissioner Tom Moody and County Counselor Jim Emerson absent, Friday’s county commission meeting was short with all official business completed in less than five …
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By Dustin R. Strong / [email protected]
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6/13/25
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‘We aren’t going anywhere’
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — In the past 24 hours, The UPS Store 5703, located at 101 W. 29th Street Suite G, has assured numerous customers that the store is not closing.
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By Antjea Wolff / [email protected]
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6/13/25
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‘Morning in Nursing’ returns to PSU
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Area kids had the opportunity to learn through an early hands-on experience in the field of nursing Thursday morning with the return of the Pittsburg State University School …
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By Aaron Pyle / [email protected]
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6/12/25
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CFSEK opens General Funds grant cycle
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — For approximately 24 years, the Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas (CFSEK) has hosted its annual General Funds grant cycle, supporting a diverse range of non-profit …
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By Aaron Pyle / [email protected]
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6/12/25
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Frontenac council gets a bit snippy
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FRONTENAC, Kan. — Reviewing and approving the city’s budget expenditures at each meeting is usually a routine vote, but occasionally questions do arise. These are usually handled with a …
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By Dustin R. Strong / [email protected]
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6/12/25
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UPS to close facility in Pittsburg
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — The United Parcel Service (UPS) distribution center at 2106 W. 4th Street is scheduled to close in August. In response to an inquiry by the Morning Sun on Wednesday, a spokesperson with the company confirmed the closure.
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By Antjea Wolff / [email protected]
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6/11/25
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Art & Soul event set for this weekend
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — A celebration of art and connection is taking place this Saturday, June 14, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Eclectic Soul Studio, 601 N Broadway Street.
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By Antjea Wolff / [email protected]
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6/11/25
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Wacky Wednesday going strong at CCHM
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — The Crawford County Historical Museum hosted “one of the most lively events yet” on Wednesday, according to Museum Director Amanda Minton.
This …
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By Dustin R. Strong / [email protected]
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6/11/25
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Gas, trash, and fire trucks
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — At Tuesday night’s city commission meeting, the City of Pittsburg approved the renewal of a franchise agreement with Kansas Gas. According to Deputy City Manager Jay …
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By Dustin R. Strong / [email protected]
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6/11/25
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NAC calls for volunteers
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — In Wednesday’s noon meeting of the Neighborhood Advisory Council, members pitched ideas for a $10,000 allotment from the city for this fiscal year. They decided on …
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By Dustin R. Strong / [email protected]
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6/11/25
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DAR awards grant to teacher
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CHEROKEE – During a regularly scheduled USD 247 BOE meeting on June 9, Mary Colvin, a teacher at Southeast Middle School in Cherokee, was awarded a $3,800 grant from the Daughters of the …
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6/11/25
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Sipping on sunshine and good times
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — From hatchet tossing to Pop-A-Shot to dancing, New Hope Services in Pittsburg hosted its first-ever multi-agency luau on a clear, slightly breezy Wednesday afternoon. …
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By Aaron Pyle / [email protected]
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6/11/25
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‘Color Our World’
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6/11/25
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