United Way of Southwest Missouri and Southeast Kansas is partnering with the Pittsburg Family YMCA and Craw-Kan to support childhood literacy and encourage summer reading by providing free books for children during the Read, White, and Blue Children’s Book Fair from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 4 at the Pittsburg Family YMCA.   more

The SEK Humane Society announced Tuesday that it will be having its first microchip clinic for cats and dogs from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 12.   more

Two traffic lights at the corner of 29th and Broadway in Pittsburg were damaged Tuesday morning, possibly by a semi truck , although exactly what happened was not immediately clear. The Pittsburg … more

A dispute between Pittsburg and Frontenac over a road paving project on the border between the two cities escalated again Tuesday, with Frontenac Mayor David Fornelli returning to the county commission to denounce Pittsburg’s handling of the situation after making a similar appearance in April, and also recently writing a letter to Pittsburg city commissioners.  more

Photos from the YMCA Academy of Dance's performance of "WORK" at Memorial Auditorium in Pittsburg on Saturday, May 28. more

Three Mulberry residents were seriously injured when the driver of the ATV they were riding lost control of the vehicle and it overturned just north of Arma on Saturday night.  more

Pittsburg State University featured guest speaker Kirby Brown as part of its virtual Memorial Day ceremony, hosted by Dr. John Barlow, PSU director of Alumni and Constituent Relations. All pre-recorded, the ceremony included the presentation of colors by the PSU ROTC Color Guard as well as the singing of the national anthem by PSU music student Addy Campbell, dedication of new paver stones, and a rendition of Taps by music student April Hodges.  more

In recent years, the beekeeping hobby has surged due to the COVID-19 pandemic. more

The new bicycle shop Southwind Cycle held its grand opening celebration by providing hot dogs and chips and other food for customers on Saturday. Owner Ben Alexander, who also has a bicycle shop … more

To gear up for summer the three-day Big Iron Overland Rally will once again be held at the Big Brutus historic landmark. more

Crawford County Health Department Director Teddi Van Kam has announced that she will retire from her position effective Aug. 19 after serving the county for five years.  more

Growing up with people suffering from mental illness is never easy, but professional animal trainer Amelia Wheeler’s experiences with her schizophrenic mother helped her develop a sensitivity and empathy that she uses every day in her work with animals.  more

To help serve and assist the community, the Pittsburg Police Department, the Family Resource Center, and the Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas collaborated to create a free car seat inspection pop-up event Friday for any citizen.   more

A 19-year-old Pittsburg man was arrested Thursday in Springfield, Missouri, in connection with the ongoing investigation into the May 13 shootings of Stephanie Short and Velma Cubie in Pittsburg.  more

On Thursday, Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas celebrated 42 employees during its annual Employee Recognition Ceremony more

Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Pittsburg has announced the addition a pediatric echocardiogram program, making quality diagnostic imaging services more accessible to families throughout southeast Kansas.  more

Now through June 4, travelers can expect increased police presence on state highways, county roads and city streets, as the Click It Or Ticket campaign continues through Memorial Day weekend and next week.  more

The Pittsburg Area Chamber Foundation’s Annual Golf Tournament is set for next Friday, June 3, at Crestwood Country Club, with a 7:30 a.m. check-in and an 8:30 a.m. shotgun start. more

Three community non-profit organizations have come together to help Cherokee and Crawford County youngsters have new pillow cases and fleece blankets.  more