Linn County News
Published July 17, 2024
Roland L. Weir, age 77, formerly of La Cygne, Kan., passed away in Yates Center, Kan., on July 7, 2024. He was born the son of Beulah Bledsoe on July 9, 1946, in La Cygne, Kan. Growing up and living in La Cygne all his life, he graduated from La Cygne High School in 1965. Roland married Glenda Davenport in July of 1969. Together they had three sons and split time living between Kansas and California. They divorced in the late 90s.
Roland spent most of his life working in home construction doing anything from building to custom work. He truly loved the great American muscle cars. Roland also loved his sports, keeping up with his grandkid’s sports, along with KU Jayhawks basketball, Kansas City Royals and the Kansas City Chiefs. He also enjoyed watching drag racing and NASCAR.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Harley Wier and Beulah; his ex-wife Glenda Davenport (Weir); and a nephew, Adam. Roland is survived by three sons, Roland Weir, Jr. and wife, Leslie of Iola, Kan., Anthony Weir of Roeland Park, Kan., and David Weir of Olathe, Kan.; a sister Judy Snow of Parker, Kan.; two nephews and one niece; nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
Graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at the Oak Lawn Cemetery. Online condolences may be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com.
OBITUARIES
Marvin Giffin Marshall ~ 07-04-1937 to 07-31-2026
Linn County News Published September 2, 2026 From the stockyards of Kansas City to the 14,000-foot peaks of Colorado, Marv Marshall charged his way through life leaving memories and impressions with everyone he came in contact with. Born in Mound City, Kan.,... [More]
Carl Leon Black ~ 09-05-1935 to 08-18-2026
Linn County News Published August 26, 2026 Carl Leon Black, 90, of Prescott, Kan., passed away Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026. He was born Sept. 5, 1935, in Prescott, Kan., to Clovie Lloyd and Edith Holmes Black. He graduated from Prescott High School with the Class of 1953.... [More]
Charles Leon Hays ~ 08-27-1943 to 08-16-2026
Linn County News Published August 26, 2026 Charles Leon Hays, age 82 of La Cygne, Kan., passed away on Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 29, at the La Cygne Christian Church. Memorial contributions... [More]
More Obituaries
- Willa Lou Querry ~ 02-25-1931 to 07-25-2026
- Ronald Raymond Howard ~ 04-07-1946 to 07-20-2026
- John Randy Joseph Alan Parker ~ 03-03-1985 to 07-31-2026
- Lennie D. Hill Crooks ~ 02-20-1933 to 08-04-2026
- Dixie Beatrice Collins ~ 10-16-1967 to 07-28-2026
- Helen Marie Clark ~ 03-22-1932 To 07-31-2026
- Norma Lee Pease ~ 07-28-1933 To 07-29-2026
- Linda Jo Hisel ~ 06-28-1960 to 07-23-2026
NEWS
Galloping Through History: Fort Scott Welcomes Army Horsemen
Fort Scott, Kan. – Saturday, August 29, 2026, Fort Scott National Historic Site will host the Commanding General’s Mounted Color Guard (CGMCG) from Fort Riley, with activities from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visitors of all ages are invited to witness living... [More]
Commissioners review budget
During the Aug. 24 meeting, the Linn County Commissioners discussed and reviewed several departmental or agency budgets; as well as, the proposed overall county budget. First, the commissioners heard a brief presentation from Jake Berglund, chairperson for the Linn County NRCS... [More]
Pleasanton Council approves $30,000 water system tie-in material & labor
Lake closed to boats for time being Calling a special meeting Wednesday, Aug. 19, the Pleasanton Council approved up to $30,000 for time and materials to connect ordered new pumps to piping that will bring water from East Lake to the water plant. Water Superintendent... [More]
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SPORTS
More than Friday Night Lights
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Annual kids’ fishing derby held at the Linn County Fair and Rodeo
The annual kids’ fishing derby hosted by Don George and Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) took place at the Linn County fairgrounds on the morning of Aug. 8. The fishing derby began at around 8:30 a.m. and ended around 10 a.m. After the derby the kids competed... [More]
Multiple kids qualify for the State Fair at annual pedal pull
The annual pedal pull hosted by Linn County Farm Bureau Association was held at the Linn County fairgrounds on the evening of Aug. 7. Just like in years past the competition was divided by age 4 to 12 with the top three placers in each age group receiving a trophy/medal and... [More]
More Sports
- Annual Demo Derby kicks off the Linn County Fair and Rodeo
- Linn County well represented in 2026 National High School Finals Rodeo
- A day of fun and records
- Commanders win tournament at Arma
- Pleasanton trapshooting competes at Nationals
- Annual Pleasanton Catfish Tournament held at Pleasanton East Lake
- Blue Mound Burnout contest held
- Midwest Senior Bull Riding Association comes to Pleasanton
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