Commissioners discuss potential ballot item affecting local businesses - Dec. 10, 2025
During the meeting on Monday, Dec. 8, commissioners broached the subject of a potential ballot item that has been brought to the county commissioners by local businesses. Commissioner Jason Hightower stated he had received an email regarding this requirement and Commissioner Alison Hamilton noted that...[More]
Linn Valley City Council approves lagoon expansion bids - Dec. 10, 2025
The Linn Valley City Council held its bi-monthly meeting at 6 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 8, 2025, with Mayor Lew Donelson presiding and all council members present. The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by an opening prayer by Council Member John Weers. The minutes for the Nov. 10...[More]
After school program initiative presented to USD-344 school board - Dec. 10, 2025
USD-344 school board members met Monday, Dec. 8, for their regular monthly meeting. The board heard from high school senior Erin Bowley, accompanied by fellow student Sarah Epps, concerning a community after-school program initiative she is working to put into place in Pleasanton. Bowley provided...[More]
Christmas food drive planned Dec. 20 - Dec. 10, 2025
A second food drive to aid those in need prior to Christmas is planned for Saturday, Dec. 20 from 10 a.m. to noon at the First Christian Church in Pleasanton, 613 Main Street, in the back downstairs room. Canned goods and non-perishable items are being collected at Food Fair in Pleasanton. Anyone wishing...[More]
BULLY PULPIT - Dec. 10, 2025
Stepping out There are plenty of things to write about in the political arena; but I am choosing to write about my adventure this last weekend. Some may have seen the Facebook post showing me holding a snow goose that I shot while at Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife Area. I was part of a trio of hunters,...[More]
Prairie View boys’ wrestling competes in the Fort Scott dual tournament - Dec. 10, 2025
The Prairie View boys’ wrestling team traveled to Fort Scott on Dec. 5 for the Fort Scott dual tournament. The Buffalos went 2-4 in the tournament and placed fifth overall out of seven teams. To see the full article, check out this week's edition of the Linn County News or check out the...[More]
Jayhawk Linn girls’ wrestling kicks off season with a solid performance at Caney Valley - Dec. 10, 2025
The Jayhawk Linn girls’ wrestling team began their season at Caney Valley on Dec. 5 in the KanOkla girls’ tournament. This is a big and tough tournament and this year there were 23 teams. The Lady Hawks finished 11th with 63 points. To see the full article, check out this week's edition...[More]
Pleasanton basketball opens season with wins over Marmaton Valley - Dec. 10, 2025
The Pleasanton boys’ and girls’ basketball teams opened their 2025-26 season by hosting TRL foe Marmaton Valley on Dec. 5. The Jays did quite well as both the girls’ and boys’ teams earned victories. The girls won 26-16 while the boys won 46-24. To see the full article,...[More]
Russell Glen “Rusty” Moore ~ 06-19-1956 to 12-02-2025 - Dec. 9, 2025
Linn County News Published December 10, 2025 Russell Glen “Rusty” Moore, age 69, La Cygne, Kan., passed away Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025. He was born on June 19, 1956, in Butler, Mo., the son of Loy and Anna Lee Moore. He graduated from Prairie View High School in the Class of 1974. He...[More]
Carl A. Otto ~ 02-12-1926 to 12-06-2025 - Dec. 9, 2025
Linn County News Published December 10, 2025 Carl A. Otto, 99, LeRoy, Kan., passed away Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, at Coffey County Hospital, Burlington, Kan. He was born on Feb. 12, 1926, in Pierce, Neb., to Clyde and Myrtle (Watson) Otto. Visitation will be 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 2, 2026, with...[More]
