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
Commissioners finalize budget for 2027
Linn County News linncountynewsreporter@gmail.com During the meeting on Monday, Sept. 28, the Linn County Commissioners worked on finalizing the 2027 budget. The review began with a meeting with County Attorney Justin Meeks and discussed the data and functional... [More]
Pleasanton holds barnburner – mostly after official meeting
Linn County News Jackielcn1@gmail.com Monday’s Pleasanton City Council meeting began with a request by resident Chrissy Flores to hire up to three police officers, this after word was received that Police Chief Tristan Snyder resigned his position and informed... [More]
Linn Valley gets project updates
Linn County News Monday Sept. 28, 2026, the Linn Valley City Council met and discussed, among many things, the active project updates covering the Water Project and Lagoon Expansion Project. Aaron Castro with B&G Consultants stated that “the water project... [More]
More News
- SPECIAL: Leonard makes first appearance
- Booth makes court appearance
- Leonard booked into Linn County Jail
- Commissioners discuss economic development
- Jury trial dates set in Linn Valley rape case
- SPECIAL: KDHE is accepting applications for CPR training and AED funding!
- SPECIAL: KDOT to begin K-68 expansion in Miami County
- SPECIAL: Leonard booked into Linn County Jail
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
