NEWS
Marino sworn in as police chief
La Cygne's interim police chief, John Marino, was sworn in Wednesday evening as the new City Police Chief. Photo courtesy of Michael Ronnebaum
Voter deadlines approach
Linn County News Jackielcn1@gmail.com Every election is important, but the upcoming Nov. 3 general election is being touted as one of the most consequential elections of our times. With that, it bears looking at how many voters actually turn out with only... [More]
Office succession in a municipality
What happens if an elected official resigns? Linn County News linncountynewsreporter@gmail.com The succession of offices in a municipality is set out by Kansas statute and is outlined on the website for the Kansas Office of Revisor of Statutes. In Chapter... [More]
More News
- Tractor accident victim saved by mail carrier
- Commissioners hear complaint about LCSO and sheriff
- Out on the Gravel photos to be used for calendar
- Commissioners finalize budget for 2027
- Pleasanton holds barnburner – mostly after official meeting
- Linn Valley gets project updates
- SPECIAL: Leonard makes first appearance
- Booth makes court appearance
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
On 03-23-2023 Mason Hochhalter was arrested in connection with a hold for another agency (IN202300147)
On 03-24-2023 Clayton York was arrested in connection with a bench warrant in case BB2023CR0007
(IN202300148)
On 03-24-2023 Darren Lowry was arrested and is serving a 14 day consecutive sentence (IN202300149)
On 03-2402023 Kenzey Hart was arrested in connection with a bench warrant in case LN2022CR000109 (IN202300150)
On 03-24-2023 Stephen Hudson was arrested in connection with a bench warrant in case LN2018CR000032
(IN202300151)
On 03-25-2023 Jamarion Flowers was arrested in connection with an additional hold for Linn Valley Police Department. (IN202300153)
On 03-26-2023 Patrick Kuhn was arrested in connection with vehicle liability insurance, coverage required; Distribute opiate, opium narcotic, or certain stimulant, 100 grams to < 1 Kilo; criminal use of weapons, possessing a firearms; maximum speed limits; interference with LEO, conceal/alter/destroy evidence; criminal possession of weapon by a felon; operate vehicle without proper classification of license. (IN202300154)
On 03-26-2023 Andrea Caruso was arrested in connection with Criminal carry of weapons; possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant; criminal use of weapons; use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia; possession of marijuana (IN202300155)
On 03-28-2023 Joey Gonzales was arrested in connection with rape, sexual intercourse without consent and use of force; aggravated criminal sodomy (IN202300156)
On 03-30-2023 Kyle Weber was arrested in connection with arrest warrant BB2023CR53 issued by Bourbon County (IN202300157)
On 3-30-2023 Ebb Freeman was arrested in connection with driving while suspended (IN202300158)
On 03-30-2023 Wayne Bright was arrested in connection with a bench warrant in case LN2021CR000073 (IN202300159)
On 04-01-2023 Shannon Anderson was arrested in connection with a bench warrant in case LN2021CR000165 (IN202300160)
On 04-2-2023 Chad Roy was arrested in connection with domestic battery, knowing or reckless bodily harm to family member (IN202300161)
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]
