ACCIDENT REPORTS
On 9-10-2023, Tanner J. Feris, La Cygne, was entering Gate 2 of Tanglewood Lakes when the gate shut on the driver’s side wheel well of the truck bed, causing the bed to be scratched and taillight to be removed. (Case 230752)
On 9-12-2023, Joanna M. Archer, St. Joseph, Mo., was traveling southbound on Jackson Road, near 900 Road, when they took a curve too fast, resulting in the vehicle leaving the highway and destroying a sign and barbed wire fence, before coming to rest in a pasture. No injuries reported. Vehicle sustained broken windshield, bent bumper, and damage to the undercarriage. (Case 230758)
On 9-13-2023, Tammi Blanscet, La Cygne, was southbound on Kansas Hwy 7 and took a left hand turn onto Kansas Hwy 52 heading east. An ATV heading north on Kansas Hwy 7 and hit the passenger side quarter panel when Blanscet turned east. Name of driver of the ATV was not listed. (Case 230761)
On 9-21-2023, Katelyn D. Godsey, Osawatomie, was traveling north on Long Road, .2 miles north of 2000 Road, when they hit a deer. No injuries reported. (Case 230779)
On 9-22-2023, Jeri L. Grove, Louisburg, was northbound on US Hwy 69 and struck a deer. No injuries reported. (Case 230781)
On 9-9-2023, Lillian I. Curtright, Prescott, was southbound on US 69 Hwy near mile marker 88 when a deer ran into the roadway and struck the passenger side front panel, causing minimal damage. (Case 230805)
On 9-22-2023, Ciara A. Dinatale, Broken Arrow, Okla., was heading north on US 69 Hwy when a deer entered the roadway, causing the vehicle to strike the deer. The vehicle then spun out of control before landing on the east ditch facing south. No injuries reported. (Case 230786)
On 9-25-2023, Justyn J. Howells, Mound City, was traveling southbound on Kansas Hwy 7 when he fell asleep at the wheel, causing the vehicle to run off the roadway. The driver attempted to correct the vehicle, causing the vehicle to roll. Driver was ejected from the vehicle. Injuries were sustained and driver transported by air to hospital. (Case 230796)
On 9-27-2023, Alicia M. Collins, Amsterdam, Mo., was traveling southbound on US 69 Hwy and struck a deer. No injuries reported. (Case 230802)
On 9-27-2023, Sara K. Adams, Centerville, was traveling northbound on County Road 1077 approximately a half mile from W. 1100 Road. A deer entered the roadway and struck the right headlight of the vehicle. No other damage reported. (Case 230804)
On 9-29-2023, Rilee M. Watts, Mound City, was traveling north on Knapp Road and became distracted, causing the vehicle to cross over the center line and left the roadway. The driver then overcorrected, causing the vehicle to overturn. (Case 230807)
On 10-1-2023, Patricia D. Brake, Prescott, was traveling east on Kansas Hwy 7 .4 miles west of McGrew Road when she lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle went off the road to the right and hit a ditch. No injuries reported. (Case 230810)
RECORDS
FOR THE RECORD
ACCIDENT REPORTS On 7-27-23, Kenneth J. Krum, Mound City, backed into a Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas vehicle driven by Courtney L. Robinson, Fort Scott, the driveway of Krum’s residence. No injuries reported. (Case 230625) On 8-7-23, Jennifer L. Willard,... [More]
ACCIDENT REPORTS - July 26, 2023
On 7-10-23, Brylen Deef, Prescott, struck debris with his vehicle at the 84 mile marker on US Hwy 69. The vehicle was towed from the accident site. (Case 230552) On 7-11-23, Lincoln S. Schaffer, Parker, was southbound on Farlin Road when he was struck by a vehicle driven... [More]
ARREST REPORTS - July 26, 2023
On 07-02-2023 Phillip Hale was arrested in connection with domestic batter; knowing or reckless bodily harm to family member (IN202300357) On 07-02-2023 Mishell Hernandez was arrested in connection with driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; interference with LEO,... [More]
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NEWS
Commissioners hear reports on Hell’s Bend Bridge
Discussions turn to other road issues Linn County Public Works Administrator Shawn West reported to Commissioners on the Hell’s Bend bridge project noting in particular the rising costs associated with the repair, as well as what makes Hell’s Bend a priority... [More]
La Cygne Fire Station ribbon cutting held
The culmination of months to years of preparation, saving and work came together Saturday, May 4 as the La Cygne Fire Station ribbon cutting was held and the community was invited to see the finished product. A large grill was set up outside of what will be the maintenance... [More]
Evergy reps speak about bridges at commissioners’ meeting
Kyle Lewis, Director of Operations at the La Cygne Generating Station, and Robert Hollinsworth, Plant Manager at La Cygne Generating Station spoke to commissioners on Monday, May 6, regarding two bridges in the county that the company currently owns and maintains. Lewis explained... [More]
More News
- Special: U.S. 69 resurfacing project starts this week
- Special: Governor issues State of Disaster Emergency proclamation for approaching severe weather
- Commissioners hear damage report, declare county as state, local disaster site
- Mayor vetoes vacating 7th Street off of Main
- USD 362 to wait on admin addition
- Commissioners appoint new county counselor
- La Cygne accepts desludging cost
- USD 362 sets capacity numbers
COMMUNITY
Ten-year-old La Cygne student holds NICU benefit
Most ten-year-olds aren’t worried about building care packages for NICU (neo-natal intensive care unit) patients; they’re playing with toys or friends. But ten-year-old Kylee Tynes, a fourth grader at La Cygne Elementary, thinks differently as she spent her Saturday... [More]
Random Acts of Kindness in Mound City
To celebrate the 10th year of the My Power of One brand, a new, custom-made friendship bench was installed in front of Stonetree Coffee & Pottery on Mound City’s Main Street. Sue Vicory, creator of the My Power Of One, has completed 10 years of random acts of kindness... [More]
Prescott UMC celebrates sesquicentennial
The Prescott United Methodist Church celebrated their sesquicentennial anniversary on Sunday, Apr. 21. According to church member Mary Beth Fornelli, the property for the church was purchased in 1873 and was part of the Mound Circuit with 12 members. The pastor at... [More]
More Community
- Spaghetti dinner and silent auction benefit set for Saturday at fairgrounds
- Mound City couple builds HVAC and party bus services
- Youth Track meet organized for April 27
- CHC/SEK expands behavioral health services in Linn County
- JLHS store program wins Stahl Scholarship package
- JLHS art students taking part in worldwide project
- Pleasanton Library Board President receives award from Kansas Library System
- Celebrating the New Year