Agricultural dust poses hidden health risks for farmers - Jul. 22, 2026
MANHATTAN — Dust is an unavoidable part of farming, but a Kansas State University expert says what’s floating in the air around grain bins, hay barns and livestock facilities can pose serious risks to farmers’ health. Mitch Ricketts, professor of agricultural safety and health at Kansas...[More]
Pork rinds and blackberries - Jul. 22, 2026
There have been many innovations since the use of the first fishing lures, including the advent of the many varieties of pork-rind. Probably the use of pork-rinds all came about when some old-timer couldn’t find any fishin’ worms, and turned as a last resort to a strip of thin-sliced bacon....[More]
Karen Kay Clayton ~ 08-21-1956 to 06-26-2026 - Jul. 20, 2026
Karen Kay Clayton, 69, passed away June 26, 2026, at Azria in Olathe, Kan. Preceded in death by husband Bob Clayton in August of 2022. She was the daughter of Kenneth and Kathryn (Kite) McGee of Centerville, Kan., they also preceded her in death. She is survived by sons Dean (Cindy) Friend...[More]
Injunction sought to disclose sealed records in Leonard case - Jul. 15, 2026
Case seeking to overturn a state law heard in Linn County District Court The filing of a case by Walker Publishing Inc. d/b/a Linn County News seeking an injunction on KSA 60-2617 came after months of attempting to gain access to, and ascertain what, if any, charges had been filed in the State...[More]
Commissioners hear from Clearway representative on project - Jul. 15, 2026
During the public comment portion of the meeting on Monday, July 13, of the Linn County Commissioners, representative Barry Matchett, of Clearway Energy spoke to the board; however, Commission Chairperson Alison Hamilton noted they would not be responding as they had been advised not to due to pending...[More]
USD 344 board tours high school, examines summer improvements - Jul. 15, 2026
Members of Pleasanton USD 344 school board met on Monday, July 13, for their regular monthly meeting in the high school library. Superintendent Don Epps invited board members and anyone in attendance to tour the building and see the updates being done over the summer break. Included in the building...[More]
ARREST REPORTS - 5-10-26 to 5-24-26 - Jul. 15, 2026
On 05-10-2026 Tony Palmer was arrested in connection with driving while suspended (IN202600251) On 05-11-2026 Johnny Drury was arrested in connection with a bench warrant in case LN-2025-CR-000110 (IN202600253) On 05-11-2026 Alexander Pena was arrested in connection with an arrest warrant in case LN-2026-TR-000195...[More]
ACCIDENT REPORTS - 6/24/26 to 7/8/26 - Jul. 15, 2026
On 06-24-2026, Nathan A. Hurteau, Fulton, was traveling northward on Lewis Road at a high rate of speed and was unable to slow down in time for the 90-degree curve to the left onto West 750 Road. The vehicle left the roadway to the right and struck a telephone box and then struck a large concrete barrier...[More]
ACCIDENT REPORTS - 6/2/26 to 6/20/26 - Jul. 15, 2026
On 06-02-2026, Caden C. Nickelson, Blue Mound, was traveling westward on 875 Road between Lane Road and Kansas Highway 7 when he fell asleep and ran off the road into the south ditch and struck an electrical pole. The vehicle sustained damage to the whole driver side. (Case 260700) On 06-03-2026, Droval...[More]
Pleasanton trapshooting competes at Nationals - Jul. 15, 2026
The Pleasanton trapshooting team traveled to Mason, Mich. to compete in Nationals on July 10-12. The team brought a total of eight shooters to the event. As a team the Jays placed 120th with a total score of 454. Members on the team were Ryker Carpenter, Haelie Wallace, Kayd Davis, Garrett Conley and...[More]
