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U.S. Navy veteran Wayne Reinhart poses with his family after receiving a Quilt of Valor on Saturday at the Pittsburg State Veterans’ Memorial for his service from 1971 to 1975. 
SWMO sailor awarded Quilt of Valor
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — On a beautiful Saturday afternoon, U.S. Navy veteran Wayne Reinhart received a Quilt of Valor in a short ceremony at the Pittsburg State Veterans’ Memorial for his … more
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SEKHS virtual auction begins
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Held throughout this week, the Southeast Kansas Humane Society (SEKHS) of Crawford County is holding its third annual ‘Paws for a Cause’ virtual auction.   … more
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Judicial branch working on phased recovery of its information systems
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TOPEKA, Kan. — Efforts are underway to bring judicial branch information systems back online in phases, although there is not a firm timeline when they will be fully restored. “Our … more
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Bikers from across the area gathered at The Salvation Army Family Store & Donation Center in Pittsburg Saturday afternoon to drop off their toys for area children as a part of the 39th Annual Pittsburg Toy Run.
39th Annual Pittsburg Toy Run held Saturday
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — While Thanksgiving approaches, the Christmas spirit came alive Saturday afternoon as motorcycle enthusiasts from all over the Crawford County area took part in this … more
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A local group of women meet together at the Arma City Library a couple of times a month to create crochet or knit lap afghans for people in nursing homes that are in dire need.
Benefits of a simple act of kindness
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ARMA, Kan. — It’s not such a big thing, really -- just a lap-sized crocheted afghan. Something to ward off the chill. But woven through each brightly colored pattern is a message: … more
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Special program to be held at Miners Hall Museum
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FRANKLIN, Kan. — On Sunday at 2 p.m., the Miners Hall Museum in Franklin is hosting a special program presented in conjunction with the quarterly exhibit “Croatian Heritage in SE … more
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Club Notes
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Saturday, November 4   Audio-Reader Pittsburg   Audio-Reader Pittsburg meets from 2 to 4 p.m., Monday thru Friday at the Homer Cole Center to read to the visually impaired and … more
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Saturday, November 4   AFG: Pumpkin Fall Centerpiece w/Sara Prince  Workshop attendees will learn how to prepare a pumpkin vase with dry foam inserts and faux fall foliage. All … more
The Homebrew shows have unique posters each year that attendees sign. This poster was special as it features Lance's love of his life, Mary,  who has passed.
There's No Place Like "Home"
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PITTSBURG, Kan.— Once a year, every Saturday before Halloween, musical magic has happened for 43 years at LJs Homebrew. This is Pittsburg's best kept musical secret that brings together friends … more
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Salvation Army “Toy Run” today!
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — It is quite a sight to see leather wearing bikers with a big stuffed animals on the back of their rides, but that is what is happening today during the 39th Annual … more
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Kansas Reflector staff Rachel Mipro, Sherman Smith and Max McCoy visited the campus of Pittsburg State University Thursday night for a discussion with residents on various topics around the state from Medicaid to voting barriers.
Kansas Reflector staff visits Pittsburg State
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Hosted by the Pittsburg State University Department of Communication and PSU Student Publications, three staff members of the Kansas Reflector visited the campus Thursday … more
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‘No comment’
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GIRARD, Kan. — After weeks of casting doubt on the county commission’s decision to allocate $700,000 to refurbish the Washington School into a childcare center, Commissioner Carl Wood … more
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Club Notes
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Friday, November 3   Dinner at the Arma American Legion   The Arma American Legion, located at 512 E. Main, is open Friday nights serving good food and drinks. The kitchen opens … more
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Friday, November 3   Salvation Army Christmas Sign-Up    All eligible families/persons are invited to pre-register at the Salvation Army. Each household receives a food … more
Meals on Wheels monthly report
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — During the month of October 2023, 723 meals were delivered to the elderly and disabled in Pittsburg. Ascension Via Christi Hospital Nutritional Services prepares the … more
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A Quilt of Valor is presented to Petty Officer First Class Robert Tolman who served in the United States Navy from 1961 to 1967. During that time, he served in the “Gator Navy” aboard the USS Iwo Jima (LPH-2), a type of amphibious assault ship resembling a small aircraft carrier and designed to deliver Marines across a hostile beach via landing craft, amphibious assault vehicle, or by helicopter.
Navy “gator” receives Quilt of Valor
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Eastside Café, located at 120 S Ozark St. on the east side of the town square, was one of the three early façade projects with the help of Girard Main Street, whose goal is to revitalize the downtown square.
Building for the future
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GIRARD, Kan. — Rich in its history, downtown Girard Square features numerous historic buildings that have stood tall for well over a century.      According to Legends … more
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The Veterans’ Memorial at Pittsburg State University features a replica of the Vietnam Memorial in Washington, D.C. as its centerpiece. The memorial is also dotted with pavers bearing the names of local veterans with new ones being dedicated every Memorial and Veterans’ Day. 
Veterans’ Day events scheduled across the county
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Veterans’ Day is next weekend and communities and schools across the county are scheduling activities and remembrances. Two of the bigger events are posted by Pittsburg … more
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Available for viewing at the University Gallery in Porter Hall on the campus of Pittsburg State University is the Department of Art faculty exhibition named “Process.” Shown is an exhibit created by assistant instructional professor Mayumi Kiefer that showcases samurai armor Ii Naotora, a woman warrior who broke with convention and became a daimyo (clan ruler) in medieval Japan.
PSU Department of Art hosts reception
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Thursday evening, the Pittsburg State University Department of Art held an opening artist reception of its newest exhibit “Process.” According to Department … more
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Area Events
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Thursday, November 2   Salvation Army Christmas Sign-Up   All eligible families/persons are invited to pre-register at the Salvation Army. Each household receives a food voucher, … more
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