On 11-16-2025, Patrick T. Bronaugh, Topeka, was traveling southward on US 69 Highway when a deer struck the vehicle causing front and side damage. (Case 251182)

On 11-14-2025, Ahmed R. Elghali, Warren, Mich., was attempting to leave a parking lot when he missed the exit driveway. The vehicle ran over large rocks and became high-centered in the ditch, causing minor damage to the property and tractor. The accident happened on private property. (Case 251173)

On 11-16-2025, Paul G. Grannes, Corcoran, Minn., was travelling westward on 750 Road when he ran upon some fencing in the road, causing damage to the front sides and underneath the truck. (Case 251183)

11-19-2025, Clayton E. Brown, Pleasanton, was traveling eastward on Kansas Highway 52 heading toward Pleasanton, when a deer jumped out in front of the vehicle near the Scott Road intersection. Damage did occur to the vehicle. (Case 20251201)

11-19-2025, Daniel G. Tulenko, Loveland, Colo., was navigating a curve when a deer entered the roadway. The driver swerved to miss the deer and lost control of the vehicle, causing it to spin around 180 degrees and went into the ditch. The vehicle was in a steep ditch and had to be towed out. (Case 251204)

On 11-23-2025, Tyler Stoner, town not listed, was traveling northward on US 69 Highway just north of the 84-mile marker when they struck a deer causing disabling damage. (Case 25228)

On 11-24-2025, Todd B. Robinson, Mound City, was traveling southbound on Kansas Highway 7 and struck a deer at the 108-mile marker. The vehicle sustained disabling damage. Driver was uninjured. (Case 251229)

On 11-24-2025, Kelly L. Lickteig, Ottawa, was traveling northward on Kansas Highway 7 when a deer entered the roadway and struck the front left corner of the vehicle. This caused significant damage to the front left corner. The driver drove the vehicle into a nearby driveway to not be a road hazard. The vehicle needed towed further due to damage. (Case 251230)

On 11-25-2025, Tanner J. Feris, La Cygne, was traveling northbound on US 69 Highway and caught fire near the 85-mile marker. The vehicle was pulling a trailer with an excavator loaded. The trailer and excavator belong to Tanglewood Lakes Association. The vehicle was a total loss. The trailer and excavator appeared to be unharmed. The driver reported smoke inhalation but refused ambulance transportation. No other injuries reported. All vehicles and equipment were hauled away. (Case 251233)

On 12-01-2025, Robert T. Wade, Fort Scott, was traveling southward on US 69 Highway when crossing the 300 Road overpass and lost control on the ice and slid across the median, striking the northbound guardrail. The vehicle was disabled and towed away. (Case 251254)

On 12-02-2025, Heather L. Burke, Lawrence, was traveling westward on 900 Road just west of Vernon Road when a deer struck the driver’s side fender and door area. The vehicle was function with minor damage. (Case 251258)

On 12-02-2025, Jolene K. Crystal, Mapleton, was traveling southward on Kansas Highway 7 when about a quarter mile north of 200 Road, when they struck a deer in the roadway, causing minor functional damage. The vehicle was driven home by the owner. (Case 251259)

On 12-07-2025, Sy R. Snow, Spring Hill, was traveling on Vernon Road near 1000 Road when he was struck by a deer, causing significant damage to the right front quarter panel. The driver’s side wheel was also damaged. (Case 251273)

On 12-08-2025, Gary R. Caylor, Blue Mound, was eastbound on Kansas Highway 52 pulling a trailer. A piece of metal came off the trailer and struck a vehicle driven by Skylar M. Gabrini, Pleasanton. No injuries were reported. Both parties came to the sheriff’s office and filed a report at the office. (Case 251281)

On 12-09-2025, Michael R. Snellings, Mound City, was traveling eastward on Kansas Highway 52 after traveling up a slight hill, a deer entered the roadway, striking the vehicle. The impact was a fatal impact for the deer and caused functional damage to the front right corner of the vehicle. The driver did not report to be injured. The vehicle was driven away by the driver. (Case 251287)

On 12-11-2025, Ric T. McWilliams, Mound City, was traveling westward on Kansas Highway 52 near the Read Road intersection. The driver stated a group of deer entered the roadway and while crossing, one struck his vehicle. There was damage observed on the front left corner of the vehicle along with deer hair stuck inside the front quarter panel. (Case 241294)

On 12-11-2025, Nathanael R. Livengood¸ Centerville, was traveling westward on County Road 1077 just west of 1525 Road when the vehicle struck a deer causing damage to the front passenger side headlight and passenger side fender. (Case 251296)

On 12-13-2025, Donald R. Danner, Parker, was traveling westbound on 2100 Road near Hadsall Road when a deer entered the roadway striking the front of the vehicle. The deer struck the front right corner of the vehicle, damaging the plastic bumper. The vehicle was drivable and driven away from the scene. (Case 251302)

On 12-14-2025, Catelyn M. Amen, La Cygne, was traveling westbound on West 2000 Road near Campbell Road when she struck a deer. (Case 251307)

ACCIDENT

ACCIDENT REPORTS - 6/24/26 to 7/8/26

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On 06-24-2026, Nathan A. Hurteau, Fulton, was traveling northward on Lewis Road at a high rate of speed and was unable to slow down in time for the 90-degree curve to the left onto West 750 Road. The vehicle left the roadway to the right and struck a telephone box and then struck... [More]

ACCIDENT REPORTS - 6/2/26 to 6/20/26

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On 06-02-2026, Caden C. Nickelson, Blue Mound, was traveling westward on 875 Road between Lane Road and Kansas Highway 7 when he fell asleep and ran off the road into the south ditch and struck an electrical pole. The vehicle sustained damage to the whole driver side. (Case 260700)... [More]

ACCIDENT REPORTS - Oct. 7 to Nov. 8, 2025

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On 10-07-2025, George R. Naylor, Pleasanton, was traveling eastward on 1150 Road when, just west of Kansas Highway 7, he struck a deer in the roadway. (Case 251017) On 10-10-2025, Todd J. Fitzpatrick, Spring Hill, was traveling westward on Kansas Highway 152 just before... [More]

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NEWS

Injunction sought to disclose sealed records in Leonard case

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Case seeking to overturn a state law heard in Linn County District Court   The filing of a case by Walker Publishing Inc. d/b/a Linn County News seeking an injunction on KSA 60-2617 came after months of attempting to gain access to, and ascertain what, if any, charges... [More]

Commissioners hear from Clearway representative on project

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During the public comment portion of the meeting on Monday, July 13, of the Linn County Commissioners, representative Barry Matchett, of Clearway Energy spoke to the board; however, Commission Chairperson Alison Hamilton noted they would not be responding as they had been advised... [More]

USD 344 board tours high school, examines summer improvements

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Members of Pleasanton USD 344 school board met on Monday, July 13, for their regular monthly meeting in the high school library. Superintendent Don Epps invited board members and anyone in attendance to tour the building and see the updates being done over the summer break. Included... [More]

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COMMUNITY

Mayor Potter opens up about his plans for Linn Valley

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Six months into his term as mayor of Linn Valley, Lister Potter Jr. is focused on increasing transparency, improving infrastructure and preserving the qualities that make the small community unique. Potter’s journey to Linn Valley began in Pleasanton, where he lived before... [More]

La Cygne celebration set for Saturday

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The 2026 La Cygne Blast in the Park celebration is set for this coming Saturday, July 11, from 6 to 9 p.m. in the City Park on the south end of town. The evening kicks off with community games such as an egg toss, sack races, corn hole and more. The Wiener Dog Races will begin... [More]

Lorna Turley: A life of family and service

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If you walk into Concern in Mound City, attend Sugar Mound Arts and Crafts events, or worship at Mound City’s United Methodist Church, chances are you’ve crossed paths with Lorna Turley. Turley wears many hats in the community, keeping herself busy through a variety... [More]

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