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 by Lisa M. Leach, Parker, at the intersection Farlin Road and W 2200 Road. Both drivers lost control of their vehicles. The vehicle driven by Schaffer came to rest facing northwest in the southeast ditch. The vehicle driven by Leach came to rest in the southeast ditch. It was noted the intersection had no stop signs. No injuries reported. (Case 230560)
On 7-18-23, Kayla N. McGrew, Mound City, was eastbound on 1150 Road near the intersection of 1150 Road and Jackson Road when she struck a deer, causing function damage to the front of the vehicle. No injuries reported. (Case 230591)
On 7-19-23, Stefani E. Brown, Hume, Mo., was northbound on White Road between 400 Road and 450 Road when she hit a bump and her vehicle died, causing her to lose steering and control of the vehicle. The vehicle left the roadway and entered the water, coming to rest partially in the water of a strip pit and ditch. No injuries reported and vehicle was towed. (Case 230593)
On 7-20-23, David E. Atherton, Pleasanton, was northbound on US Hwy 69 at marker 92 when the vehicle began to hydroplane. The vehicle rolled into the median and sustained extensive damage. No injuries reported. (Case 230594)
On 7-20-23, Brayton L. Watts, Mound City, was westbound on 350 Road when his vehicle left a roadway and struck a gate. The vehicle came to rest in the south ditch and struck a dirt culvert. (Case 230596)
On 7-20-23, Gerald L. Brewster, Kansas City, Mo., was traveling east on Kansas Hwy 52 when his vehicle left the roadway and he overcorrected, causing the vehicle to roll several times. The vehicle came to rest on its wheels in a field south of the road. Driver was transported to a landing zone by a Bourbon County ambulance due to all Linn County stations being out on other calls. Driver was transported by helicopter to a hospital. (Case 230598)
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 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]
SRO Mohler speaks at KDOE conference
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]
More News
- A new decree in La Cygne and updates to the water plant improvements
- Conditions at Hillsdale Learning Center a concern
- Pleasanton Council approves 10-year bond
- Mound City council discusses properties
- Commissioners review budgets
- Pleasanton issues declaration of emergency
- USD 344 works on secondary water source
- Mayor discusses Linn Valley economic development
COMMUNITY
John and Helen Barnes Community Fund grant awards announced
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
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
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]
More Community
- 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
- Parker Lodge No. 341 donates $800 to Operation School Supply and the Parker Library
- Labette Bank Golden Adventure Club attends Branson musical
- Daily Objective Distillery - a local American destination
- SPECIAL: Mine Creek Battlefield Foundation hosts Civil War Camp Dance

