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
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
Pleasanton approves water plant roof bidding, backup water supply study
The Pleasanton City Council met with BG Consultants engineer, Jason Hoskinson, Monday night and approved several projects that have been in the works, some for months, some not so long. First approved was allowing BG Consultants to advertise the Stegge Lake Dam Repair project... [More]
Commissioners reviewing resolution on vicious dogs
During the April 6 meeting, the Linn County Commissioners heard from Planning and Zoning Administrator Jennifer Cummings and Linn County Sheriff James Akes regarding a proposed resolution regarding vicious dogs. Cummings explained that as of now, Linn County “does not... [More]
Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center takes steps to preserve local behavioral health services
IOLA, KANSAS – Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center (SEKMHC) has taken steps to preserve local behavioral healthcare following a retroactive rate adjustment for 2025 that resulted in an overpayment for services during that year. To repay these funds, SEKMHC... [More]
More News
- Blue Mound water, sewer projects dominate meeting
- Local film crew premieres new film in Albuquerque, plans Kansas City Release
- Commissioners hear from County Attorney, Sheriff on legal issues
- Board adopts changes to the JCAC interrogations policy
- SPECIAL: KDHE Issues Air Quality Health Advisory due to Prescribed Burns
- Commissioners sign settlement agreement with Tanglewood Lakes
- K9 Tank, new addition to the Pleasanton Police Department
- La Cygne Council awards sewer lift bid
COMMUNITY
Conley earns Radenburg Scholarship
A lifetime spent in agriculture and a clear vision for the future has led Garrett Conley of Pleasanton, Kansas, to be selected as a 2026 Radenburg Memorial Scholarship recipient. Conley, a senior at Pleasanton High School, will graduate May 9 before attending Fort Scott Community... [More]
Ray Scholarship recipients determined by USD 344 BOE
The USD 344 Board of Education met for a special meeting during spring break and during that meeting determined the 2026 recipients of the annual Ray Scholarship. This scholarship is a highly valued full ride scholarship that covers tuition, books and more for the recipients.... [More]
PES holds Battle of the Books competition
On Thursday, March 26, four teams at Pleasanton Elementary fought for the championship title in the first ever Battle of the Books. The competition was originally slated for the afternoon hours but was moved to the morning to accommodate team members who needed to attend a... [More]
More Community
- Easter in Linn County
- The American Revolution: The importance of the Boston Massacre and the Boston Tea Party
- Chapter CV P.E.O.
- Busy Workers excel at 4-H Presentation Day
- First Aid: your safety toolkit
- Legislative Coffee planned Saturday, March 7, 10 a.m.
- Jayhawk Linn High School senior awarded prestigious Rudd Foundation Scholarship
- PV FFA receives KAAE award
