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
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
Leonard makes appearance in Bates County circuit court
Damon Leonard, of rural Pleasanton, made an appearance in Bates County Circuit Court in Butler, Mo., on Jan. 15, 2026. Leonard appeared via video from the Bates County Jail, where he is currently incarcerated, for the status hearing on the morning docket for Judge... [More]
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USD 344 approves capital improvement projects
After a very big project of replacing half of the air conditioning units at Pleasanton schools, the USD 344 Board approved approximately $326,000 more in improvements to fix some lingering problems. Superintendent Don Epps began what was a tour of the facility by talking about... [More]
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- La Cygne Council recognizes outgoing members
- Commissioners approve year-end budget transfers
- Testimony to lower Kansas property taxes needed
- Dog laws in Linn County
- Parade held for family of Holiday Lakes victim
- Pleasanton Council holds planning session, seeks drug dog
- SPECIAL: KCKPD Releases Cause of Death for Pleasanton, Kansas Teen
- Missouri case filed following death of Holiday Lakes’ teen
COMMUNITY
Carbon Monoxide and what you need to know
In 2025, the Linn County Rural Fire Department responded to 17 callouts dealing with carbon monoxide and, already in 2026, there has been at least one call to the Linn County Rural Fire Department for a carbon monoxide issue. Early in the year, Linn County Rural Fire... [More]
The Power of Hobbies: Why staying engaged matters as we age
As we grow older, maintaining health and independence becomes a top priority. While exercise and healthy eating often take center stage, one powerful tool for aging well is often overlooked - hobbies. Whether it’s gardening, painting, playing music or... [More]
Heartland REC expands Future Foundations Scholarship Program to 12 awards
GIRARD, Kan. — Applications are now open for the 2026 Future Foundations Scholarship Program, which provides scholarships of $1,000 each to high school seniors who live in homes served by Heartland Rural Electric Cooperative and are preparing for careers in high-demand... [More]
More Community
- Call for Entries: Bourbon County Arts Council Fine Art Exhibit 2026
- Tips for a safe New Year’s Eve
- KIDS CORNER: The stories behind Christmas traditions and symbols
- 2026 Operation Round Up awardees selected; more than $50,000 to be distributed
- Christmas food drive planned Dec. 20
- A piece of Prescott’s history
- Dream Aesthetics, Mound City, fulfilling a dream
- Holiday food drive distributions this weekend

