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
Linn County News website gets new update

Recently you may have seen our notification on our website or our Facebook page that we were undergoing some changes on our website at www.linncountynews.net. We here at the News are happy to announce those changes are nearly complete. Changes to the website include an easier... [More]
Commissioners vote 1-1 on motion to not exceed revenue neutral

County now required to cut budget to meet the RNR rate BY $837,000 The Linn County commissioners, with Commissioner Jason Hightower absent, began the revenue neutral hearing on Monday, Aug. 25, by welcoming those in the audience and stating the purpose and objective... [More]
Linn Valley looks at option for fire truck purchase, new vehicles

The Linn Valley City Council held a special meeting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 21, with Mayor Lew Donelson presiding and all council members present except for John Weers. City Attorney James Brun was also present. The meeting began with a presentation by city’s financial... [More]
More News
- Sheriff speaks out on employee benefits
- Jayhawk Blast set for Saturday, Sept. 6
- Pleasanton Council readies city for General Pleasonton Days
- Parker 2026 city budget could exceed revenue neutral
- La Cygne proceeds with facilities improvement
- Economic Development Director resigns
- Pleasanton moves forward with streets plan
- USD 344 adopts new cell phone policy
COMMUNITY
Local family offers drawing lessons for kids in online broadcast
After he and his family relocated to the Pleasanton area from Denver, Colo., Eddie Nouri began working from home as a graphic artist. “I am blessed to be able to work from home,” said Eddie of his position, noting the many different things he has designed over the... [More]
First aid safety with Joe Stellwagon
I recently met one of Linn County’s EMS paramedics to talk about first aid and why it’s important. The paramedic’s name is Joe Stellwagon, and before we talked about first aid, I wanted to learn a little bit about him and why he became a paramedic. Joe works... [More]
Vonnie May’s Ice Cream Shoppe open in Mound City

Walking into Vonnie May’s Ice Cream Shoppe gives those who can’t wait to partake of old-fashioned ice cream a vision of what an old-time ice cream parlor would have been like. Now, that ice cream parlor is open at 510 W. Main in Mound City. Brady and Leslie Wolfe,... [More]
More Community
- USD 346 welcomes new staff members
- USD 344 welcomes new staff
- USD 362 welcomes 8 new licensed teachers
- John and Helen Barnes Community Grant now open
- USD 344 offering virtual school option for 2025-2026 academic year
- Cell phone use at school sees changes for upcoming year
- Filling out free/reduced lunch applications helps students and schools
- Miami County Museum to present one-woman play on Laura Ingalls Wilder