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NEWS
Injunction sought to disclose sealed records in Leonard case
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
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
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]
More News
- SPECIAL: Series of pavement repairs scheduled week of July 13 in Miami County
- La Cygne City Council discuss sales tax reallocation for roads and infrastructure
- Blue Mound approves sewer rate increase
- Pleasanton addresses need for employees
- SPECIAL: U.S. 69 overlay project to begin the week of July 6
- Mine Creek Amateur Radio Club holds training event at Trading Post
- Commissioners approve new rental agreement for 4-H building
- Linn Valley BBQue a success
SPORTS
Pleasanton trapshooting competes at Nationals
The Pleasanton trapshooting team traveled to Mason, Mich. to compete in Nationals on July 10-12. The team brought a total of eight shooters to the event. As a team the Jays placed 120th with a total score of 454. Members on the team were Ryker Carpenter, Haelie Wallace, Kayd... [More]
Annual Pleasanton Catfish Tournament held at Pleasanton East Lake
The annual Pleasanton Catfish Tournament was held at the Pleasanton East Lake on the night of July 11. The event featured a total of 17 boats and 13 anglers. Ty Umphenour placed first in the tournament with a total weight of 23 lbs 5.7 oz. His biggest fish was a 21.01 lb blue... [More]
Blue Mound Burnout contest held
Blue Mound holds their burnout contest the evening of their 4th of July Celebration.
More Sports
- Midwest Senior Bull Riding Association comes to Pleasanton
- Pleasanton trapshooting competes in State tournament
- It’s not experience, it’s the person
- Red, White & Blue and Bulls bullfighting July 4
- Prairie View trapshooting brings home individual championships and team trophies
- Three Rivers All League baseball announced
- Three Rivers League announces All League softball team
- 2026 TRL All League Golf
COMMUNITY
Mayor Potter opens up about his plans for Linn Valley
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
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
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]
More Community
- 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
- Annual Robert F. Morgan Bike Run set for June 13
- Candidate picnic Saturday
- Skyview Farm changes ownership
- Lynnae Sullins: Faith, Family, and Service
