(My apologies for missing this letter; that is the reason it's running on our website.)
The Linn County Planning and Zoning Commission will hear public comment on all recommended new zoning regulations tomorrow evening, April 27th at Prairie View High School, 7 PM. And you need to be there.
I’m happy to report that these recommended regulations do not allow Wind turbines in Linn County. However if there are wind energy executives or lobbyists present, they will try to change the Commissions stand of no windmills, so please come tomorrow night.
A survey was sent out in September 2021, and a second one a little later, by the Comprehensive Planning Committee to the citizens of Linn County concerning the values of Linn County. There were many good things about Linn County that were brought out in this survey but when the survey asked about windmills only 17% of Linn countians were in favor of wind turbine development.
The most important values unique to Linn County were Rural way of life, natural beauty, outdoor life style, caring for each other, and no windmills.
With the direction America is headed, it is good to live in Linn County where the county government listens to the people, as they have concerning windmills.
See you tomorrow night
Robert Tyson
NEWS
Family files wrongful death suit in vicious dog attack
The family of 13-year-old Airen Andula who died in December 2025 as a result of a vicious dog attack at Holiday Lakes, has filed a wrongful death suit in Linn County District Court against Holiday Lakes Homes Association, and Damon Leonard. The petition, filed by Anita Gunn... [More]
Linn Valley learns more on data centers, battery storage
The Linn Valley City Council held its monthly meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, July 27, 2026, with Mayor Lister Potter presiding with all council members present. The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance and an opening prayer by Council Member John Weers. ... [More]
Resident addresses commissioners on vicious dog policy
During the meeting on July 27, the Linn County Commissioners opened the public comment discussion during which they heard from Dean Norton, a county resident, who noted he had watched the video feed from last week and wanted to speak regarding the tabling of the vicious dog ordinance... [More]
More News
- La Cygne Police Chief resigns
- Proposed development of Linn Valley TAI Overlay District Ordinance discussed
- UPDATE: U.S. 69 overlay project is delayed in Bourbon, Linn counties
- La Cygne looks to keep 2027 mill rate below Revenue Neutral threshold
- Commissioners table vicious dog resolution
- Injunction sought to disclose sealed records in Leonard case
- Commissioners hear from Clearway representative on project
- USD 344 board tours high school, examines summer improvements
SPORTS
A day of fun and records
Earlier this week my family and I went to see the Royals play on July 22. Now it had been many years since we went to see a Royals game, the last time we went was when my oldest son, Daniel, was under a year old, he’s 15 now. Overall, it was a good experience. We ate... [More]
Commanders win tournament at Arma
The Mound City American Legion Post 248’s baseball team, the 15U Linn County Commanders, won the Arma Classic at Arma on July 18.
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]
More Sports
- Annual Pleasanton Catfish Tournament held at Pleasanton East Lake
- Blue Mound Burnout contest held
- 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
COMMUNITY
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]
Janet Reynolds: Library, History, and Public Service
Visiting the library is always a fun adventure, especially if you go to La Cygne’s public library. Local librarian, Janet Reynolds has distinguished herself in not just running the library but also by volunteering in her community. Reynolds was born in Linn County,... [More]
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]
More Community
- 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
- Annual Robert F. Morgan Bike Run set for June 13
- Candidate picnic Saturday
