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
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]
ACCIDENT REPORTS - July 26, 2023
On 7-10-23, Brylen Deef, Prescott, struck debris with his vehicle at the 84 mile marker on US Hwy 69. The vehicle was towed from the accident site. (Case 230552) On 7-11-23, Lincoln S. Schaffer, Parker, was southbound on Farlin Road when he was struck by a vehicle driven... [More]
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NEWS
Missouri case filed following death of Holiday Lakes’ teen
Kansas charges filed by KCKPD A case was filed in Bates County, Mo., Circuit Court, following the arrest of Damon Leonard, 47, of Holiday Lakes in rural Pleasanton, in connection with the death of 13-year-old Airen Andula, also of Holiday Lakes. Leonard was charged... [More]
Commissioners hear from SEKMHC board member on services, salaries
The Linn County Commissioners met on Monday, Dec. 29, for their regular weekly meeting in which they made a few additions to the agenda, including a report from District Court and a discussion on mental health issues with Tisha Coleman. Coleman began by introducing herself... [More]
NOTICE: Boil Water Advisory Issued for the City of Blue Mound, Linn County
TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of Blue Mound public water supply system located in Linn County. Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice: ... [More]
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- Commissioners review numbers for park and marina
- Skipper resigns from Pleasanton Council
- SPECIAL: Missing persons case takes tragic turn
- SPECIAL: Missing Juvenile – Public Assistance Requested
- Wagon Wheel Restaurant lost in Tuesday night blaze
- Christmas food distributions this weekend
- Commissioners given update on mental health outreach at jail
- Motocross track CUP discussed at county P&Z
COMMUNITY
Tips for a safe New Year’s Eve
New Year's Eve is one of the most festive nights of the year. Despite its reputation for revelry, New Year's Eve also can be dangerous, which underscores the need to celebrate responsibly when ringing in a new year. American Addiction Centers surveyed 1,000 Americans regarding... [More]
KIDS CORNER: The stories behind Christmas traditions and symbols
Christmas is filled with many different types of decorations, traditions and foods. Have you ever wondered how some of them became so popular at Christmas time? Here, I have taken ten well-known Christmas-related items, and did some research about them. Advent Wreaths... [More]
2026 Operation Round Up awardees selected; more than $50,000 to be distributed
Nonprofits throughout eastern Kansas that serve community members in need will soon receive a total of more than $50,000 in contributions from Heartland Rural Electric Cooperative members through Heartland’s Operation Round Up program. “It’s always impressive... [More]
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- Christmas food drive planned Dec. 20
- A piece of Prescott’s history
- Dream Aesthetics, Mound City, fulfilling a dream
- Holiday food drive distributions this weekend
- Prairie View FFA team places well at national Ag Mechanics competition
- Heartland awards $5,000 to Linn County Fair Association for fairgrounds intercom system
- Like father, like sons
- Mound City Community Garden

