On 01-09-2023 Thomas Long, Jr. was arrested in connection with a bench warrant in case 2000072305 (IN202300016)
01-09-2023 Lacy Michael was arrested in connection with possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant; operate vehicle without registration or with expired tag; improper driving on laned roadway; use or possess with intent to use, drug paraphernalia (IN202300015)
On 01-11-2023 Kimberly Miller was arrested in connection with a bench warrant in case LN2022CR000141 (IN202300021)
On 01-11-2023 Malachi Pingleton was arrested in connection with a bench warrant in case 22TC1142 issued by Johnson County, Kan, (IN202300022)
On 01-14-2023 Zachary Daniels was arrested in connection with Improper driving on a laned roadway; driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol; failure to dim headlights; fleeing or attempting to elude law enforcement officer (IN202300024)
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
Wagon Wheel Restaurant lost in Tuesday night blaze
What was a mainstay of La Cygne, the Wagon Wheel Restaurant, was lost to fire Tuesday night. La Cygne Fire was called to the scene, 602 E. Market, at approximately 3:20 a.m. The building was fully-involved with the State Fire Marshall stating the cause is undetermined at... [More]
Christmas food distributions this weekend
Christmas food distributions are scheduled this weekend to help those in need through the holiday. Helping with funds to aid three food distributions were Pleasanton High School students who organized a “Battle of the Buckets” coin drive competition amongst the classes.... [More]
Commissioners given update on mental health outreach at jail
During the Dec. 15 meeting, the Linn County Commissioners were given an update on the community outreach project through SEKMH at the Linn County Jail. Brian Cook and Kym Hargrove, both with SEKMHC, along with Linn County Sheriff James Akes and Linn County Jail Administrator... [More]
More News
- Motocross track CUP discussed at county P&Z
- Parker City Council honors 18 years of service
- Commissioners discuss potential ballot item affecting local businesses
- Linn Valley City Council approves lagoon expansion bids
- After school program initiative presented to USD-344 school board
- SBA offers Economic Injury Disaster Loans for eligible businesses
- Commissioners meet with auditor in executive session
- USD 362 board makes personnel decisions
COMMUNITY
2026 Operation Round Up awardees selected; more than $50,000 to be distributed
Nonprofits throughout eastern Kansas that serve community members in need will soon receive a total of more than $50,000 in contributions from Heartland Rural Electric Cooperative members through Heartland’s Operation Round Up program. “It’s always impressive... [More]
Christmas food drive planned Dec. 20
A second food drive to aid those in need prior to Christmas is planned for Saturday, Dec. 20 from 10 a.m. to noon at the First Christian Church in Pleasanton, 613 Main Street, in the back downstairs room. Canned goods and non-perishable items are being collected at Food Fair... [More]
A piece of Prescott’s history
Elevator razed Last week the Burlington Northern- Santa Fe Railroad Co. (BNSF) took down the old grain elevator and storage bins at Prescott, taking with it a large piece of history that touched several families in the community. Originally, it was built by members of the Norbury... [More]
More Community
- Dream Aesthetics, Mound City, fulfilling a dream
- Holiday food drive distributions this weekend
- Prairie View FFA team places well at national Ag Mechanics competition
- Heartland awards $5,000 to Linn County Fair Association for fairgrounds intercom system
- Like father, like sons
- Mound City Community Garden
- Kelley honored - Instructor of the Year
- A few things to know about football

