On 01-16-2023 Matthew Dillon was arrested in connection with a bench warrant in case 2020CR000099 (IN202300026)
On 01-19-2023 Heidi Bolden was arrested in connection with aggravated battery on LEO; battery on LEO; Interference with LEO, conceal/alter/destroy evidence; improper use of roadway by pedestrian (IN2023000031)
On 01-19-2023 Loretta Barbee was arrested in connection with an arrest warrant in case LN2023CR00007 (IN202300032)
On 01-20-2023 Allyn Mackey was arrested in connection with an unspecified warrant in case LN2023 CR000005 (IN202300033)
On 01-20-2023 Nathan Bland was arrested in connection with criminal damage to property, value <$1,000; pedestrian under the influence of drugs or alcohol (IN202300034)
On 01-21-2023 Christina Hurst was arrested in connection with burglary, unknown circumstance; criminal damage to property, felony (IN202300035)
On 01-21-2023 Ronald Whatley was arrested in connection with burglary, unknown circumstance; criminal damage to property, felony (IN202300036)
On 01-22-2023 Jana Speedone was arrested in connection with a bench warrant in case LN2022CR000061 and a bench warrant in case LN2022CR000072 (IN202300037)
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
Local film crew premieres new film in Albuquerque, plans Kansas City Release
Heartland Film Productions, based out of Linn County, premiered its latest film in Albuquerque, N.M. on March 21. The film features individuals and events in both Kansas and New Mexico. Titled “A Beautiful Place,” the film looks at how individuals react to... [More]
Commissioners hear from County Attorney, Sheriff on legal issues
During the meeting on Monday, March 30, Commissioner Alison Hamilton told Linn County Attorney Justin Meeks and Linn County Sheriff James Akes that they had received a letter and Meeks noted the letter itself could not be discussed in public due to active, ongoing cases and insurance.... [More]
Board adopts changes to the JCAC interrogations policy
The USD 362 Board met Tuesday, March 24 where financial reports and treasurer reports were approved unanimously. A resolution of commendation was approved by the board for several students for state wrestling qualifiers and state placements. A presentation on IXL was... [More]
More News
- 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
- Breaking News: Wellness check leads to discovery of deceased resident
- Commissioners hear presentation on the next phase for opportunity zones
- Pleasanton council contracts financial advisor
- SPECIAL NOTICE
COMMUNITY
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]
Easter in Linn County
Thursday, April 2 Maundy Thursday Service – 6:30 p.m. at Prescott United Methodist Church, followed by a potluck meal. Friday, April 3 Good Friday Service – 6 p.m. at Pleasanton United Methodist Church. Good Friday Service – 7 p.m.... [More]
The American Revolution: The importance of the Boston Massacre and the Boston Tea Party
There were many things that led up to our founding fathers signing the Declaration of Independence. Two of these events happened in Boston: the Boston Massacre, which happened on March 5, 1770, and the Boston Tea Party, which happened Dec. 16, 1773. The Boston Massacre... [More]
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- 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
- Mound City cowboy wins Big in Texas
- Washburn University Music & Theatre Department to host Piano Day Feb. 14
