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
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]
ARREST REPORTS - July 26, 2023

On 07-02-2023 Phillip Hale was arrested in connection with domestic batter; knowing or reckless bodily harm to family member (IN202300357) On 07-02-2023 Mishell Hernandez was arrested in connection with driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; interference with LEO,... [More]
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NEWS
Parker dissolves police department--for now

Council plans budget workshop to determine its future Parker’s governing council has voted to dissolve its city police department, pending decisions that may follow a future departmental budget workshop. At last Thursday’s monthly meeting, the council... [More]
STARS votes to separate from FSCC for upcoming school year

During the meeting of the USD 346 Board of Education on Feb. 10, Superintendent Shawn Thomas reported to the board that during the last board meeting for the Southeast Technical Academy for Rural Students (STARS) vocational school’s board meeting, that board voted to seek... [More]
Trials set in 2023 Tanglewood riot, gate destruction

Trials are set and upcoming in multiple cases related to the May 2023 dismantling of the electronic gates at Tanglewood Lakes. The incident began with several residents claiming unfair treatment by the lake’s homeowners’ association and resulted in the cutting and... [More]
More News
- Barrett elected District 76 Kansas Representative
- La Cygne adopts new pool position
- Commissioners hear report on court acoustics
- Kansas to follow Trump’s No Tax on Tips initiative
- Souza appointed new Linn County clerk
- Commissioners hear from citizen on plat approval near Parker
- Pleasanton Council allays fears of losing compactor
- Donations sought for families following accident
COMMUNITY
60 years of friendships and memories

Furse retires from F&M Bank board Barbara Furse began her career with the Farmers and Merchants Bank in Mound City on Nov. 1, 1964. “The bank was owned by Orval Hennesy at that time and was located in the original building across the street from where... [More]
Baby birth, voting… almost rolled into one package

There is nothing like the birth of a child for a family, and the birth of two-month old Kit Victoria Oberlechner was no different; but the birth had added meaning as Kit was able to accompany her parents to the voting booth Nov. 5. Trenton Oberlechner said that he and wife,... [More]
Kellstadt opens new business in Mound City
After 29 years in health care practice, most recently at CHCSEK, Rhonda Kellstadt, APRN, decided it was time to step away from the more regimented clinic setting and branch out in a different direction. “It was just time for a change,” stated Kellstadt, who recently... [More]
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- PVHS holds Career Day
- Powells named BC Farm Bureau Farm Family of the Year
- Across Kansas on a spiritual journey
- Prairie View FFA wins 2024 East Central District Dairy Cattle CDE
- JLHS cheerleaders to perform in Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade
- Regalado named as new director for Hive Library
- Taco Dinner and auction set for Oct. 19 to aid Ray of Hope
- Handcart donated to museum restored by local craftsman