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
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
Economic Development Director resigns

Cites lack of professionalism and respect in leadership During the public comment portion of the commissioners meeting on Aug. 18, Economic Development Director Chasity Ware took the podium and read a letter to the commissioners that began by noting that she had lived... [More]
Pleasanton moves forward with streets plan

The Pleasanton City Council met Monday night and listened to a presentation by Streets Supervisor Taylor Robinson who presented a plan on how to move forward to get all city streets redone next spring and summer. Robinson said she met with Linn County Public Works Superintendent... [More]
USD 344 adopts new cell phone policy

During the August meeting, which was moved to Tuesday, Aug. 12, the USD 344 Board of Education adopted a new cell phone policy as recommended by the Kansas Association of School Boards and Kansas State Department of Education. The new policy prompted several questions from... [More]
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- Pleasanton Fire Chief lays out short, long-term goals
- Commissioners hear from publisher in regards to special edition
- Parker again to seek officer apps
- La Cygne leaders discuss food truck issue
- Commissioners make statement in regards to grievance filed
- Prescott appoints Roberts interim mayor
- Former Osborne house destroyed in fire
- Commission hears from former employee regarding tower resolution
COMMUNITY
Vonnie May’s Ice Cream Shoppe open in Mound City

Walking into Vonnie May’s Ice Cream Shoppe gives those who can’t wait to partake of old-fashioned ice cream a vision of what an old-time ice cream parlor would have been like. Now, that ice cream parlor is open at 510 W. Main in Mound City. Brady and Leslie Wolfe,... [More]
USD 346 welcomes new staff members

The Jayhawk USD 346 welcomed several new staff members during their orientation last week; filling positions in multiple buildings. Bo Meisenheimer joins the staff at the junior high/high school as a building aide. Meisenheimer is a 2019 graduate of St. Thomas Aquinas High... [More]
USD 344 welcomes new staff

Pleasanton USD 344 welcomed several new staff members for the upcoming 2025-2026 academic year. Torrie Walton is joining the district as a new first grade teacher in the elementary. Torrie hails from Utah and graduated from Uintah High School in 2004 before attending... [More]
More Community
- USD 362 welcomes 8 new licensed teachers
- John and Helen Barnes Community Grant now open
- USD 344 offering virtual school option for 2025-2026 academic year
- Cell phone use at school sees changes for upcoming year
- Filling out free/reduced lunch applications helps students and schools
- Miami County Museum to present one-woman play on Laura Ingalls Wilder
- University of Kansas announces graduates
- Knowing and preventing kids sports injuries