On 2-3-23, Zayden Ozzy Henkle, Pleasanton, backed out of a private drive into the right side of Alison Leann Welty, Overland Park, who was heading east on Main Street just each of Catalpa Street. (Case 230078)
On 2-7-23, David L. Ridge, Mound City, was attempting to exit a private drive when the driver inadvertently pressed on the accelerator instead of the brake. The vehicle drove through the yard, crossed the west ditch then crossed the road and struck a power pole where it came to rest in the east ditch. (Case 230087)
On 2-7-23, Hailey M. Reid, Prairie Village, was struck in the driver side bumper while parked in a parking stall and was in the building. Camera’s at the building recorded a red vehicle backing out of a stall into Reid’s vehicle and failed to stop and report the accident. The camera did not capture the license plate and type of vehicle. (Case 230088)
On 2-8-23, Jason E. Johnson, Joplin, was traveling east on 300 Road when a deer entered the roadway and struck his vehicle. (Case 230089)
On 2-12-23, Danette D. Pinedo, Joplin, reported she struck a deer at the intersection of West 600 Road and County Road 1077. Deer was reported to survive the crash and driver drove home. (Case 230104)
On 2-15-23, Ayoya Fay Bruns, Mound City, was traveling southbound in the northbound lane and swerved to the left to avoid another vehicle running into the east side ditch. (Case 230108)
On 2-16-23, Marlyn Estela Gandara-Sanchez, Mound City, was driving southwest on County Road 1095 and lost control due to icy conditions and struck a fence. (Case 230109)
RECORDS
ACCIDENT REPORTS - 12-20-2025 through 01-31-2026
ACCIDENT REPORTS On 12-20-2025, Anthony Stallings, La Cygne, was traveling northward on US 69 Highway at the 81-mile marker when a deer entered the road and struck the vehicle. The vehicle was towed from the scene. (Case 251331) On 12-23-2025, Hayden J. Skaggs, Fort... [More]
FOR THE RECORD - Nov. 8, 2023
ACCIDENT REPORTS On 9-10-2023, Tanner J. Feris, La Cygne, was entering Gate 2 of Tanglewood Lakes when the gate shut on the driver’s side wheel well of the truck bed, causing the bed to be scratched and taillight to be removed. (Case 230752) On 9-12-2023, Joanna M.... [More]
FOR THE RECORD
ACCIDENT REPORTS On 7-27-23, Kenneth J. Krum, Mound City, backed into a Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas vehicle driven by Courtney L. Robinson, Fort Scott, the driveway of Krum’s residence. No injuries reported. (Case 230625) On 8-7-23, Jennifer L. Willard,... [More]
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NEWS
1st Annual Richard Henderson Memorial Car Show Saturday
In memory of long time Blue Mound resident and one of the founders of the Blue Mound Blessing and Car Show, organizers will be holding the 1st Annual Richard Henderson Memorial Car Show this coming Saturday in Blue Mound. The event is set to begin at 10 a.m. and will run until... [More]
Parker City Council discusses storm water issue
The Parker City Council met April 9 and during public comments, Gary Earley addressed the council and asked what would be done about the storm water issue on Park Street. He stated he was still dealing with flooding. He discussed past surveys from the council to residents, noting... [More]
USD 344 accepts principal resignation
The USD 344 Board of Education had a quick meeting trying to beat storms that pummeled Linn County Monday night; with that they accepted several resignations and heard construction updates. Following executive session for non-elected personnel, the board accepted the resignation... [More]
More News
- Commissioners approve Purple Heart Day proclamation
- Linn Valley City Council discusses water, sewer townhall
- We want your photos…
- Pleasanton approves water plant roof bidding, backup water supply study
- Commissioners reviewing resolution on vicious dogs
- Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center takes steps to preserve local behavioral health services
- Blue Mound water, sewer projects dominate meeting
- Local film crew premieres new film in Albuquerque, plans Kansas City Release
COMMUNITY
Senior’s three‑year project becomes massive Blu-Jay centerpiece
When students walk into the school now, the first thing they see is a towering Blu‑Jay sculpture; bold, bright and impossible to ignore. What most don’t realize is that it began as a simple sophomore‑year art assignment back in 2023. For senior Gage McGinnis, it became... [More]
Community fundraiser to support Honor Flight trip for local veteran
MOUND CITY — April 25, 2026 4-6pm The community is invited to come together on Saturday, April 25 for a special evening of music, fellowship and giving in support of a local veteran’s upcoming Honor Flight trip. Clay Nichols has been selected to participate... [More]
A blink into the past: April 15 edition
There’s history all around us that we forget about until it’s too late. This may be a small county but there’s history in it all. Here’s your blink into the past. 1986- Baker’s food: ● 99 cents for chips ● 99 cents for four rolls of toilet... [More]
More Community
- Conley earns Radenburg Scholarship
- Ray Scholarship recipients determined by USD 344 BOE
- PES holds Battle of the Books competition
- Easter in Linn County
- The American Revolution: The importance of the Boston Massacre and the Boston Tea Party
- Chapter CV P.E.O.
- Busy Workers excel at 4-H Presentation Day
- First Aid: your safety toolkit

