On 12-25-22, Jody N. Russell, Mound City, was southbound on US 69 just north of mile marker 83 losing control on ice and crossed into the median and into the oncoming northbound lanes. The vehicle then overturned and entered the east ditch where it rested on its top. No injuries were reported. (Case 221179)

On 12-27-22, Eden Marie Coursen, La Cygne, was driving north and hit ice on the road. (Case 221183)

On 12-30-22, Unknown, a report was made by Daniel Gaikowski that two metal signs in front of his business at west Baptist Road and south Walnut Avenue were apparently run over by a vehicle. The tracks traveled west on Baptist Dr. to a residence owned by Michael and Mallory Page. Mrs. Page stated she did not know anything about it. There were no vehicles parked at the residence with matching tire tracks or damaged bumpers with yellow paint. There are no witnesses to the incident and there is no suspect vehicle at this time. (Case 221197)

On 12-30-22, William Kent Wade, La Cygne, was westbound on east 1150 Road when a deer jumped the fence and entered the roadway striking the vehicle and damaging the front bumper and hood area. (Case 221198)

On 1-1-23, Brady Taylor Wolff, Lake Winnebago, Mo., was northbound on US 69 and struck a deer. (Case 230002)

On 1-4-23, Zachary Tyler Ogden, Mound City, was northbound on Kansas Highway 7 and struck a deer. (Case 230008)

On 1-4-23, Scott Gerald Polster, Centerville, was traveling east on west 1700 Road just east of Hadsall Road when a deer entered the roadway and struck his vehicle. (Case 230010)

On 1-5-23, Natalie Nicole Umphenour, Mound City, was northbound on east 850 Road and struck a deer. (Case 230013)

On 1-11-23, David Jason Striegel, Pleasanton, was heading east on 1150 Road .2 miles east of Knapp Lane and went off the road to the right hitting a concrete bridge rail and overturned. Driver was removed from the vehicle by the Fire Department. (Case 223025)

On 1-11-23, Adison Randall, Mound City, was eastbound on K52 just west of Otto Lane when a deer entered the roadway and struck her vehicle. (Case 230027)

RECORDS

ACCIDENT REPORTS - 12-20-2025 through 01-31-2026

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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

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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

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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

Commissioners review budget

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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

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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]

SRO Mohler speaks at KDOE conference

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Some people like kids, some don’t; and Linn County School Resource Officer Kelly Mohler is one of those people that likes kids. Hence, her invitation to speak at the annual Kansas Department of Education (KDOE) conference on Crisis Intervention Training (CIT). Mohler,... [More]

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COMMUNITY

John and Helen Barnes Community Fund grant awards announced

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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

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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

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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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