NEWS
SPECIAL: Case filed in federal court alleges distribution, possession of child pornography
Linn County News linncountynewsreporter@gmail.com According to records accessed online through a federal case search site, charges were filed in federal court on Oct. 23, 2026, via a sealed complaint. Said complaint was subsequently unsealed following the arrest... [More]
SPECIAL: 6th Judicial District Nominating Commission sends names of nominees for district judge to governor
TOPEKA—The 6th Judicial District Nominating Commission sent the names of three nominees for district judge to Governor Laura Kelly, who has 60 days to decide who will fill the vacancy. The judicial vacancy was created when District Judge Mark Ward retired Oct. 9.... [More]
Judge Ward retires, committee interviews new candidates
6th Judicial District Nominating Commission announces interview schedule TOPEKA—The 6th Judicial District Nominating Commission convened at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, to interview applicants to fill a district judge vacancy. The judicial vacancy was created... [More]
More News
- Commissioners discuss truck purchase options
- Commissioners approve application for transportation grant
- Parker welcomes Case Higgins home after accident
- Voters to decide several questions on Nov. 3 ballot
- Pleasanton Police Chief hired
- SPECIAL: FBI executes search warrant in La Cygne; no threat to public
- Wade wins championship at State
- Pleasanton explores forensic audit idea
COMMUNITY
A short history of Halloween
Every year on October 31 most American kids and their friends celebrate Halloween. They go out house to house to get candy. But do you know where the history of Halloween originated from? Let’s go explore the 2,000-year history of Halloween! Over 2,000 years ago,... [More]
Case Higgins welcome home rally Oct. 22
Linn County News Jackielcn1@gmail.com Following an accident that occurred July 24 on an Oklahoma race track, Case Higgins is headed home and supporters are organizing “the best welcome home rally a kid could ask for.” Higgins was badly burned when his... [More]
Murder and Mayhem at the Fort
Special Halloween Candle Lantern Tours FORT SCOTT, KAN. – Fort Scott National Historic Site will offer four special candle lantern tours on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, as part of its Murder and Mayhem at the Fort program. Tour leaders will share lesser-known stories of tragedy... [More]
More Community
- General Pleasonton Days set for this weekend
- Pioneer Harvest Fiesta set for this weekend
- Dog reunited with long-lost family
- 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
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, Blue Mound, was eastbound on 750 Lane, and failed to see the vehicle driven northbound on Lane Road by Cory W. Carr, Lawrence, and struck Carr’s vehicle, causing damage to both vehicles. (Case 230651)
On 8-8-23, Tyler J. Shafer, Blue Mound, was eastbound on KS Hwy 52 and struck a deer. No injuries reported. (Case 230653)
On 8-9-23, Randall S. Stinnett, Kincaid, was southwest bound on KS Hwy 52 and struck a deer at the intersection of Lewis Road. Front end of the vehicle was damaged and airbags were deployed. No injuries reported. (Case 230657)
On 8-10-23, Joshua J. Cougill, Prescott, was westbound on Kansas-239 approximately a half mile west of White Road, when a car entered into Cougill’s lane, causing them to swerve. The vehicle overcorrected and entered the right shoulder where it struck a culvert, causing the vehicle to overturn several times. Injuries were sustained and driver was taken to the hospital via air life. (Case 230659)
On 8-11-23, Tonya R. Umphenour, Pleasanton, was traveling southbound on KS Hwy 7 when they struck a deer. No injuries reported. (Case 230662)
ARREST REPORTS
On 08-20-2023 Luis Canelas Moncada was arrested in connection with possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant; driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol (IN202300502)
On 08-20-2023 Luis Flores Pineda was arrested in connection with use/possess with intent to use, drug paraphernalia; possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant (IN202300503)
On 08-22-2023 Joanna Meyer was arrested in connection with a bench warrant in case LN-2023-CR-000159 (IN202300513)
On 08-23-2023 Sierra Gabrini was arrested in connection with driving while suspended (IN202300516)
On 08-23-2023 Maci Roy was arrested in connection with a warrant in case LN-2023-CR-000046 (IN202300515)
On 08-23-2023 Kristofer Vanlerberg was arrested in connection with a bench warrant in case 2020-TR-000463 (IN202300514)
On 08-24-2023 Ashley Strange was arrested in connection with a hold from another agency (IN202300519)
On 08-24-2023 Chester Casida was arrested in connection with domestic battery, knowing or reckless bodily harm to a family member (IN202300518)
On 08-24-2023 Mason Hochhalter was arrested in connection with a bench warrant in case LN-2022-CR-000144 (IN202300517)
On 08-25-2023 June Wards was arrested in connection with a warrant in case LN-2023-CR-000158 (IN202300521)
On 08-25-2023 Anthony Tomblin, Jr. was arrested in connection with a bench warrant in case LN-2021-TR-000246 (IN202300520)
On 08-27-2023 Max Silvey was arrested in connection with improper driving on laned road; driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol (IN202300523)
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]
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]
