On 05-11-2025 Sean Laden was arrested in connection with possession of marijuana; use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia; possession of stolen property, firearm with value less than $25,000; arrest warrant LN2025CR000060 (IN202500225)
On 05-11-2025 Jarvis Taylor was arrested in connection with possession of marijuana; use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia; maximum speed limits; transporting open container (IN202500224)
On 05-12-2025 Timmy Rhoades, Jr. was arrested in connection with a bench warrant, BB2025TR135 (IN202500227)
On 05-14-2025 Jessica Aggers was arrested in connection with arrest warrant LN2025CR000065 (IN202500233)
On 05-14-2025 Farrah Tolbert was arrested in connection with possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant; use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia (IN202500232)
On 05-15-2025 Colt Umphenour was arrested in connection with bench warrant LN2024CR000038 (IN202500234)
On 05-16-2025 David Turner, Jr. was arrested in connection with bench warrant 205189 (IN202500236)
On 05-16-2025 Brady Kaemmer was arrested in connection with battery on LEO; fleeing or attempting to elude a LEO; maximum speed limits (IN202500235)
On 05-17-2025 Justin Wilson was arrested in connection with maximum speed limits; driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked (IN202500237)
On 05-20-2025 Andrew Lawson was arrested in connection with use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia; failure to wear seatbelt; possession of marijuana; possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant; endangering a child (IN202500242)
On 05-20-2025 Rebecca Wuerfele was arrested in connection with arrest warrant LN2025CR000070; bench warrant 24CR00450 (IN202500241)
On 05-21-2025 Jacob Beck was arrested in connection with arrest warrant LN2025CR000073 (IN202500244)
On 05-21-2025 Scott Schlesner was arrested in connection with arrest warrant LN2025CR000071; bench warrant 24TR0988; bench warrant 23TR0816 (IN202500243)
On 05-21-2025 Gary Hall was arrested in connection with operate a motor vehicle without a valid license; use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia; possession of marijuana (IN202500246)
On 05-23-2025 Escobar Kenedy was arrested in connection with arrest warrant LN2025TR000140 (IN202500248)
On 05-23-2025 Alexander Chirinos was arrested in connection with arrest warrant LN2025CR000072 (IN202500247)
On 05-22-2025 Kelcy Doles was arrested in connection with driving on right side of roadway required; driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; possession of marijuana; use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia; transporting an open container; license to be carried and exhibited on demand (IN202500245)
On 05-25-2025 Nicholas Collins was arrested in connection with arrest warrant PLPD250099 (IN202500253)
On 05-25-2025 Tyler Vickrey was arrested in connection with distribute opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant; no drug tax stamp for marijuana or controlled substance; possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant; use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia (IN202500251)
On 05-27-2025 Thomas Long, Jr. was arrested in connection an additional hold for Kansas Dept. of Corrections (IN202500258)
On 05-27-2025 Alyssa Woodall was arrested in connection with bench warrant LN2025CR000037 (IN202500254)
On 05-30-2025 Joel Austin was arrested in connection with attempted driving while license cancelled/ suspended/revoked; driving while suspended; driving while license cancelled /suspended/revoked; possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant (IN202500260)
On 05-30-2025 Christopher Seymour was arrested in connection with possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant; possession of marijuana; use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia; arrest warrant LN2025CR000077 (IN202500259)
On 05-31-2025 Thomas Gatlin was arrested in connection with possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant; driving while license suspended; driving while license cancelled/ suspended/revoked; cover license plate with opaque material; use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia; vehicle liability insurance, coverage required; ignition interlock device, operate car without required device (IN202500261)
ARREST
ARREST REPORTS - 5-10-26 to 5-24-26
On 05-10-2026 Tony Palmer was arrested in connection with driving while suspended (IN202600251) On 05-11-2026 Johnny Drury was arrested in connection with a bench warrant in case LN-2025-CR-000110 (IN202600253) On 05-11-2026 Alexander Pena was arrested in connection with... [More]
ARREST REPORTS - Jan 25 to Feb. 14
On 01-25-2026 Jason Dodd was arrested in connection with possession of marijuana (IN202600063) On 01-27-2026 Shirley Jensen was arrested in connection with a bench warrant in case LN2025CR000105 (IN202600066) On 01-27-2026 Craig Bradley was arrested in connection with a bench... [More]
ARREST REPORTS ~ Nov. 3 – 28, 2025
On 11-04-2025 Amanda Robinson was arrested in connection with a bench warrant in case LN2020CR000183 (IN202500579) On 11-05-2025 Amos Matlock was arrested in connection with a bench warrant in case LN2022CR000150 (IN202500581) On 11-07-2025 Brayden Miller was arrested in... [More]
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NEWS
SPECIAL - UPDATE: Pleasanton pastor arrested
Linn County News linncountynewsreporter@gmail.com Wade Booth, age 70, pastor of the Pleasanton First Baptist Church , was arrested on Monday, Aug. 31 and booked into the Linn County Jail at approximately 7 p.m. According to... [More]
Water emergency lifted in Pleasanton
With water issues going in a positive direction, Councilman Alex Wills told the council Monday night that flow rate has increased by 20 percent with the new diesel pump standing in and lines being cleaned of sludge. Wills told the council that they do not need bigger pumps... [More]
Linn Valley Mayor clears the air on data centers
City no longer supports Facebook site Linn Valley Mayor Lister Potter laid out a chronology of events to clear the air over rumors being dispersed on Facebook and elsewhere concerning his actions over data centers. Potter, after initially broaching the subject and... [More]
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- New county Fire Chief shares history
- Commissioners approve settlement agreement with Swan Solar
- Galloping Through History: Fort Scott Welcomes Army Horsemen
- Commissioners review budget
- Pleasanton Council approves $30,000 water system tie-in material & labor
- SRO Mohler speaks at KDOE conference
- A new decree in La Cygne and updates to the water plant improvements
- Conditions at Hillsdale Learning Center a concern
COMMUNITY
John and Helen Barnes Community Fund grant awards announced
John and Helen Barnes were long-term Linn County community members that supported the growth and well-being of Linn County and its members. Their estate provided for the distribution of annual monies from the John and Helen Barnes Community Fund (JHBCF) to non-profit organizations... [More]
Sources of Strength brings hope, help and strength to JLHS students this year
Editor’s Note: In an effort to provide more information on Sources of Strength, we’ve added comments and clarifications to instill further understanding of the program. Sources of Strength (S.O.S.) is a best practice, strength-based, upstream suicide prevention... [More]
America 250: The American Revolution The Founding Fathers
The Founding Fathers were important in the creation of our nation. They helped contribute to founding documents such as The Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Articles of Confederation. They also contributed to many boycotts, like the Boston Tea Party. They were also... [More]
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- Janet Reynolds: Library, History, and Public Service
- Mayor Potter opens up about his plans for Linn Valley
- La Cygne celebration set for Saturday
- Lorna Turley: A life of family and service
- Parker Lodge No. 341 donates $800 to Operation School Supply and the Parker Library
- Labette Bank Golden Adventure Club attends Branson musical
- Daily Objective Distillery - a local American destination
- SPECIAL: Mine Creek Battlefield Foundation hosts Civil War Camp Dance
