Leonard makes appearance in Bates County circuit court - Jan. 16, 2026
Damon Leonard, of rural Pleasanton, made an appearance in Bates County Circuit Court in Butler, Mo., on Jan. 15, 2026. Leonard appeared via video from the Bates County Jail, where he is currently incarcerated, for the status hearing on the morning docket for Judge Julie Highley-Kuetzer...[More]
Pleasanton boys’ basketball team picks up wins against Miami and Central Heights - Jan. 16, 2026
The Pleasanton boys’ basketball team continues winning basketball games as the team went 2-0 this past week to go 5-0 in district play and 7-1 overall. The Jays hosted Miami on Jan. 6 and defeated them in a r0ut 65-27 before traveling to Central Heights on Jan. 9 to win that game in a fourth quarter...[More]
Jayhawk basketball picks up wins against Oswego - Jan. 16, 2026
The Jayhawk boys’ and girls’ basketball teams hosted Oswego on Jan. 9 in Three Rivers League action. Both the boys’ and girls’ teams won their games against the Indians as the girls won in a rout 49-15 and the boys won in a thriller 45-41. The boys’ game was a battle...[More]
Prairie View boys’ wrestling competes at Louisburg - Jan. 16, 2026
The Prairie View boys’ wrestling team traveled to Louisburg on Jan. 10 to compete in the Louisburg Invitational. The Buffalos placed 13th out of 16 teams with 60 team points. Breckyn Malin, 106, went 1-3 in the tournament. Malin won his second match by fall. Bentlee Diediker, 120, placed...[More]
Kansas Seniors & Veterans: You Could Pay LESS in Property Taxes - Jan. 15, 2026
If you’re a Kansas homeowner, you may qualify for a property tax freeze (refund) if you: - Are 65+ years of age OR a 50% or more disabled Veteran - Own...[More]
Linda L. Janssen ~ 09-23-1947 to 12-31-2025 - Jan. 15, 2026
Linn County News Published January 21, 2026 Linda L. Janssen, 78, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025, in Ellsworth, Kan. She was born Sept. 23, 1947, in Garnett, Kan., to Paul and Helen (Howery) Singer. Linda grew up in Parker, Kan., and then attended and graduated from Emporia State...[More]
Sen. Marshall’s Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act signed into law - Jan. 15, 2026
Washington – On Wednesday, Jan. 14, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) released the following statement after President Trump signed his legislation to restore whole milk in schools into law. The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act expands healthy milk options in schools...[More]
Take our survey - Jan. 14, 2026
Have you seen our new puzzle? Take our anonymous survey and tell us what you would like to see in our puzzle section! https://forms.gle/V4btD8GSmoH7SBjJ8 ...[More]
USD 344 approves capital improvement projects - Jan. 14, 2026
After a very big project of replacing half of the air conditioning units at Pleasanton schools, the USD 344 Board approved approximately $326,000 more in improvements to fix some lingering problems. Superintendent Don Epps began what was a tour of the facility by talking about the greenhouse project...[More]
La Cygne Council recognizes outgoing members - Jan. 14, 2026
The La Cygne City Council held its first regular meeting of the new year on Wednesday, Jan. 7. Mayor Debra Wilson, along with department supervisors, began the meeting with a summary of the many successes from 2025. City code 1-202 was discussed. This code concerns a meeting, in addition, to regular...[More]
