On 02-20-2023 Nathan Stites was arrested in connection with a bench warrant in case LN2022TR000158 (IN202300090)
On 02-22-2023 Matthew Willard was arrested in connection with a judges’ order pending warrant (IN202300092)
On 02-22-2023 Jana Speedone was arrested in connection with a bench warrant in case 22TR1769 (IN202300093)
On 02-24-2023 Austin Phillips was arrested in connection with a bench warrant in case LN2022CR000067 (IN202300095)
On 02-24-2023 Billy Cannon, Jr. was arrested in connection with Improper driving on laned roadway; transporting an open container; possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant; failure to yield at stop or yield sign; unlawful obtain prescription drug; criminal carry of weapons, bludgeon, sand club, knuckles, throwing star; driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol, blood/breath .08 or > (IN202300099)
On 02-24-2023 Brandon Greer was arrested in connection with arrest warrant PLPD230043 endangering a child; domestic battery (IN202300100)
On 02-27-2023 Duane Couchman was arrested in connection with transporting an open container; operate a motor vehicle without a valid license; vehicle liability insurance coverage required; driving under the influence. (IN202300104)
On 02-27-2023 Kelli Osborn-Reeves was arrested in connection with domestic battery, knowing or reckless bodily harm to family member (IN202300101)
On 02-27-2023 Matthew Kupzyk was arrested in connection with a bench warrant 22CR2827 (IN202300102)
On 03-02-2023 Mercedes Benedick was arrested in connection with bench warrant 2022-101; bench warrant 2022-102; bench warrant 2023-5; bench warrant 2022-96; bench warrant 2023-3 (IN202300110)
On 03-03-2023 Joshua Freels-Grove was arrested in connection with a bench warrant in case LN2021CR000092 (IN202300115)
On 03-03-2023 Justin Ewing was arrested in connection with an unspecified warrant (IN202300113)
On 03-03-2023 Derrick Nangle was arrested in connection with maximum speed limits; failure to yield to emergency vehicle; use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia; possession of marijuana; attempted vehicle liability insurance required (IN202300112)
On 03-04-2023 Cody Rose was arrested in connection with driving while suspended; driving under the influence (IN202300119)
On 03-04-2023 Bodie Woods was arrested in connection with bench warrant 2022-57 (IN202300118)
On 03-04-2023 James Schreckhise was arrested in connection with possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant; improper stop or turn signal; interference with LEO; vehicle liabilty insurance, failure to display; use/ possess w/intent to use, drug paraphernalia (IN202300117)
On 03-04-2023 Garrett Vanderwoude was arrested in connection with possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant; bench warrant FR2022CR000343; attempted use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia, attempted vehicle liability insurance, coverage required (IN202300116)
On 03-05-2023 Jeremy Niblack was arrested in connection with driving the wrong way on a one way road; transporting an open container; possession of firearm while under the influence; attempt to drive under the influence (IN202300120)
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
BREAKING NEWS: Leonard sentenced in Missouri case
Damon B. Leonard, with defense attorney Harold Trull made an appearance in Bates County, Mo., Circuit Court on Friday, May 29 for what was slated to be a sentencing hearing following the guilty plea given in open court previously on May 22, 2026. When court proceedings began... [More]
SPECIAL REPORT: Leonard enters guilty plea in Missouri case
Damon B. Leonard, who was charged in Bates County, Mo., in December of 2025 with abandonment of a corpse, a class E felony punishable by up to four years in prison and/or a $10,000 fine, entered a plea of guilty in open court on Friday, May 22. The case stemmed from events... [More]
Commissioners hear from Clearway attorney on transmission moratorium
During the meeting held on Tuesday, May 26, the commissioners heard from Melissa Vancrum with Rouse, Frets, White, Goss Law Firm, Leawood, Kan., who spoke during public comment regarding the moratorium that commissioners opted to put in place during last week’s meeting.... [More]
More News
- USD 346 hears changes to handbook language, truancies
- Pleasanton Council hears request for housing development
- Pleasanton Council called out for lack of transparency, executive sessions
- Commissioners set high voltage lines moratorium
- Chief explains Pleasanton police budget concerns
- Commissioners hire Economic Development Services Director
- USD 344 board sees gym floor design
- Mound City hears from McLiney on bond probability
COMMUNITY
Don George: Fish, Lakes, and a Sense of Community
You may have heard his name spoken at city council meetings, city halls, near the lakes, or you may have just heard of his last name in town. If you hear his name and wonder who he is, I’ve got the answer. Don George is the District Fisheries Biologist III for Kansas... [More]
Summer reading programs kick off
Summer programs are kicking off nationwide, and so are that of reading programs. You may have noticed that the libraries in Linn County share the same theme. This is because “Unearth a Story” is the official 2026 Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP) theme. ... [More]
Debbie Grigsby-Lynch: Art, Music, and Faith
If you walk into Stonetree Coffee & Pottery, you’ll see canvases lining the walls; fluid pours, pumpkins, flowers, and sweeping landscapes. They’re beautiful, and you might find yourself wondering who created them. Well, I’ve got the answer. Most of the... [More]
More Community
- Pleasanton teachers take students to the lake!
- Children’s room project shifts to painting a mural
- Weather Awareness Class Monday, May 4
- USD 346 presents spring play Friday
- Senior’s three‑year project becomes massive Blu-Jay centerpiece
- Community fundraiser to support Honor Flight trip for local veteran
- A blink into the past: April 15 edition
- Conley earns Radenburg Scholarship

