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
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
Commissioners finalize budget for 2027
Linn County News linncountynewsreporter@gmail.com During the meeting on Monday, Sept. 28, the Linn County Commissioners worked on finalizing the 2027 budget. The review began with a meeting with County Attorney Justin Meeks and discussed the data and functional... [More]
Pleasanton holds barnburner – mostly after official meeting
Linn County News Jackielcn1@gmail.com Monday’s Pleasanton City Council meeting began with a request by resident Chrissy Flores to hire up to three police officers, this after word was received that Police Chief Tristan Snyder resigned his position and informed... [More]
Linn Valley gets project updates
Linn County News Monday Sept. 28, 2026, the Linn Valley City Council met and discussed, among many things, the active project updates covering the Water Project and Lagoon Expansion Project. Aaron Castro with B&G Consultants stated that “the water project... [More]
More News
- SPECIAL: Leonard makes first appearance
- Booth makes court appearance
- Leonard booked into Linn County Jail
- Commissioners discuss economic development
- Jury trial dates set in Linn Valley rape case
- SPECIAL: KDHE is accepting applications for CPR training and AED funding!
- SPECIAL: KDOT to begin K-68 expansion in Miami County
- SPECIAL: Leonard booked into Linn County Jail
COMMUNITY
General Pleasonton Days set for this weekend
Linn County News linncountynewsreporter@gmail.com This coming weekend will bring the annual General Pleasonton Days celebration in Pleasanton. The events kick off on Saturday morning with the annual parade at 10 a.m. with line up for the entrants starting at 9... [More]
Pioneer Harvest Fiesta set for this weekend
70th annual event is final one Linn County News linncountynewsreporter@gmail.com The traditional Pioneer Harvest Fiesta parade will be at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 1, through downtown Fort Scott on both South Main and National streets. Friday... [More]
Dog reunited with long-lost family
Linn County News Jackielcn1@gmail.com Sometimes tales…tails, have a way of weaving experiences that are more than what seems to be; and the tale of this rescue is one of those stories. A dog that became known as Lily, a pit bull mix six-year-old dog, was... [More]
More Community
- Local kids have good showing at State Fair
- John and Helen Barnes Community Fund grant awards announced
- Sources of Strength brings hope, help and strength to JLHS students this year
- America 250: The American Revolution The Founding Fathers
- Janet Reynolds: Library, History, and Public Service
- Mayor Potter opens up about his plans for Linn Valley
- La Cygne celebration set for Saturday
- Lorna Turley: A life of family and service

