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Five graduate from 11th Judicial District Recovery Court

PITTSBURG, Kan. — Family, friends, former participants, and 11th Judicial District representatives filled the John U. Parolo Education Center, Thursday, to celebrate the second-ever graduating class of the district’s recovery court program, proving that “life does not stop at addiction.”

May 8, 2026
Counting down the days

While it may still be a little chilly outside, summer is right around the corner with temperatures consistently touching the 80s starting next Tuesday. With the warmer weather comes the season for water parks, pools, and splash pads.

May 7, 2026
Girard Council receives water update

GIRARD, Kan. — The city of Girard is nearing the start of its water project, a project that entails extensive waterline improvements with roughly 18 miles of new piping to be installed across the city. On Monday, Girard Public Works Director Jackie Messer visited with the council on the procedure for service line replacements.

May 7, 2026
Girard chief defends siren activation

On Monday, Girard Fire Chief Jeff Turner talked to the City Council about the city’s storm siren activation procedures, following online criticism after a storm that occurred on May 3.

May 7, 2026
Life is better with a dog

Life is better with a dog

May 6, 2026
Mosaic hosts fundraiser

Mosaic in Southeast Kansas, a non-profit organization providing services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, held its annual ‘Partners in Possibilities’ fundraiser Tuesday afternoon, in the lower level of Pittsburg’s Memorial Auditorium.

May 5, 2026
Arma Police talks fentanyl, reports

The Arma Police Department is warning the public of a “new” type of fentanyl that can be fully absorbed through the skin following an overdose investigation Friday, April 24.

May 5, 2026
PSU Social Work students showcase projects

PITTSBURG, Kan. — From addressing mental health issues to collecting hygiene items for those in poverty, Pittsburg State University Social Work students continue to make a difference in the community through their various projects that they showcased Monday afternoon in Russ Hall.

May 4, 2026
Arvest continues ‘Million Meals’ campaign

PITTSBURG, Kan. — Arvest Bank employees spent part of Friday tending hot dogs on the grill in an effort to help a local food pantry.

May 1, 2026
Food summit unites community

Eat Well, the official food policy council of Crawford County, is back in business. Prior to getting the ball rolling, community members, leaders and food partners gathered on Friday for a “Crawford County Food Summit.”

May 1, 2026