Bobbers! - Jun. 17, 2026
If I were ever asked to list the ten things I have enjoyed the most in my life as a fisherman, not too far down the line I would list, “watching a bobber”. It was one of life’s greatest pleasures in my youth. You, too, have likely done that if you grew up in the country. If so, you...[More]
Grow, prepare and enjoy hot peppers - Jun. 17, 2026
Some like it hot and that includes the spicy heat of hot peppers added to entrees, beverages and desserts. Others value hot peppers for their help with pain relief and other health benefits. For those who can’t stand the heat, proper pepper selection, care and preparation can help turn down the...[More]
A blink into the past 250th Anniversary Edition - Jun. 17, 2026
America’s founding remains one of the most remarkable stories in history. As the nation approaches its Semi-quincentennial, it’s a moment to reflect on how the United States began, how it has endured, and how our own local communities fit into that larger story. To see the full article,...[More]
Adam Lee Johnston April 9, 1969 — June 9, 2026 - Jun. 17, 2026
Linn County News Published June 17, 2026 Adam Lee Johnston, 57, passed away in his residence in Linn Valley, Kan., on June 9, 2026. Linn Valley had been Adam’s home for several years; he built a cabin by Linn Valley Lake and spent his days building, playing music, and working on various projects...[More]
Steven Edwin Lindsey August 10, 1943 — June 9, 2026 - Jun. 17, 2026
Linn County News Published June 17, 2026 Steven Edwin Lindsey, 82, entered his heavenly home after a life filled with faith, family, friendship, service and adventure. Born August 10, 1943, to Elson L. “Jack” and Sarah Ella Lindsey, Steve grew up on the family farm in eastern Kansas,...[More]
Jodi Wade: Service, Family, and a Sense of Duty - Jun. 17, 2026
By ERIN BOWLEY Linn County News LCNintern1@gmail.com Jodi Wade was born in New Jersey, but she didn’t stay there long. As part of an Air Force family, she moved every few years, living in places such as California, Hawaii and Oklahoma before her father retired. The family eventually...[More]
Mound City discusses pet vaccination clinics - Jun. 17, 2026
By ERIN BOWLEY Linn County News LCNintern1@gmail.com Mound City held its monthly council meeting Tuesday, June 2; the meeting opened with public comment from Megan Purvis of Dirt Road Rescue, who raised concerns about the growing stray cat population in the community. After reviewing...[More]
Pleasanton pride, lack of mowing discussed Monday - Jun. 17, 2026
By JACKIE TAYLOR Linn County News Jackielcn1@gmail.com After listening to the public ask that the council begin getting along, members of the Pleasanton Council took that to heart Monday night and communicated with each other openly and decently. With that, they heard several comments...[More]
Commissioners approve county employee insurance package - Jun. 17, 2026
$2.5 million health insurance package, 7.6% increase announced By JACKIE TAYLOR Linn County News Jackielcn1@gmail.com Everything else is going up, and county health insurance is not exempt as County Clerk Chasity Ware announced employee health insurance would see a 7.6 percent increase...[More]
Commissioners hear from local residents on ditches, spraying - Jun. 10, 2026
During the June 8 meeting, the Linn County Commissioners heard from county resident Mac Carlisle who spoke to them regarding ditches and road erosion in the Mantey area. Carlisle explained he was a native of the area. He said he spent 35 years working for the Corps of Engineers in wildlife biology and...[More]
