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
We want your photos…
Would you like to see one of your photos in the paper? We’re starting a new weekly photo submission opportunity! Out on the gravel will feature a local photo each week in our paper taken somewhere in Linn County; a photo of something that interested someone enough to... [More]
SPECIAL: Youthfront application not a Public Hearing
NOTICE: Case #: US-KS107-LU-2025-7, Youthfront Camp DBA Kansas City Youth for Christ is not being heard under a Public Hearing. That has already occurred; the commissioners are discussing the application in their meeting Monday, April 20.
1st Annual Richard Henderson Memorial Car Show Saturday
In memory of long time Blue Mound resident and one of the founders of the Blue Mound Blessing and Car Show, organizers will be holding the 1st Annual Richard Henderson Memorial Car Show this coming Saturday in Blue Mound. The event is set to begin at 10 a.m. and will run until... [More]
More News
- Parker City Council discusses storm water issue
- USD 344 accepts principal resignation
- Commissioners approve Purple Heart Day proclamation
- Linn Valley City Council discusses water, sewer townhall
- Pleasanton approves water plant roof bidding, backup water supply study
- Commissioners reviewing resolution on vicious dogs
- Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center takes steps to preserve local behavioral health services
- Blue Mound water, sewer projects dominate meeting
COMMUNITY
Senior’s three‑year project becomes massive Blu-Jay centerpiece
When students walk into the school now, the first thing they see is a towering Blu‑Jay sculpture; bold, bright and impossible to ignore. What most don’t realize is that it began as a simple sophomore‑year art assignment back in 2023. For senior Gage McGinnis, it became... [More]
Community fundraiser to support Honor Flight trip for local veteran
MOUND CITY — April 25, 2026 4-6pm The community is invited to come together on Saturday, April 25 for a special evening of music, fellowship and giving in support of a local veteran’s upcoming Honor Flight trip. Clay Nichols has been selected to participate... [More]
A blink into the past: April 15 edition
There’s history all around us that we forget about until it’s too late. This may be a small county but there’s history in it all. Here’s your blink into the past. 1986- Baker’s food: ● 99 cents for chips ● 99 cents for four rolls of toilet... [More]
More Community
- Conley earns Radenburg Scholarship
- Ray Scholarship recipients determined by USD 344 BOE
- PES holds Battle of the Books competition
- 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
