Local film crew premieres new film in Albuquerque, plans Kansas City Release - Apr. 1, 2026
Heartland Film Productions, based out of Linn County, premiered its latest film in Albuquerque, N.M. on March 21. The film features individuals and events in both Kansas and New Mexico. Titled “A Beautiful Place,” the film looks at how individuals react to tragedies and how they work...[More]
Commissioners hear from County Attorney, Sheriff on legal issues - Apr. 1, 2026
During the meeting on Monday, March 30, Commissioner Alison Hamilton told Linn County Attorney Justin Meeks and Linn County Sheriff James Akes that they had received a letter and Meeks noted the letter itself could not be discussed in public due to active, ongoing cases and insurance. He then noted he...[More]
Board adopts changes to the JCAC interrogations policy - Apr. 1, 2026
The USD 362 Board met Tuesday, March 24 where financial reports and treasurer reports were approved unanimously. A resolution of commendation was approved by the board for several students for state wrestling qualifiers and state placements. A presentation on IXL was given. IXL is a comprehensive,...[More]
BULLY PULPIT - Apr. 1, 2026
Senior care I was thinking about a fun trip I took about 10 years ago to Seattle, Wash. – and with it the changes in the lives of the women I went with. At that time, the biggest difference was that we were all healthy, our parents were living productive lives in their own homes, and we were...[More]
In the garden: Make a plan for preserving foods before you plant this spring - Apr. 1, 2026
K-State food scientist shares resources to estimate garden yields MANHATTAN - There are numerous options for gardeners to consider when planting fruits and vegetables in their spring gardens. But Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee suggests making a plan prior to planting...[More]
PES holds Battle of the Books competition - Apr. 1, 2026
On Thursday, March 26, four teams at Pleasanton Elementary fought for the championship title in the first ever Battle of the Books. The competition was originally slated for the afternoon hours but was moved to the morning to accommodate team members who needed to attend a track meet in the afternoon....[More]
Kellie Jo Harvey ~ 10-24-1968 to 03-26-2026 - Mar. 30, 2026
Linn County News Published April 1, 2026 Kellie Jo Harvey, age 57, of Mapleton, Kan., passed away as a result of a motor vehicle accident on March 26, 2026. She was born on Oct. 24, 1968, the daughter of Bill and Linda Brown Allen. Kellie graduated from Prairie View High School...[More]
Julia Pearl (Ginger) Gardner ~ 06-28-1940 to 03-19-2026 - Mar. 27, 2026
Linn County News Published April 1, 2026 Julia Pearl (Ginger) Gardner, 85, of Kansas City, Kans., passed away March 19, 2026. Ginger was born on June 28, 1940 in Kansas City, Kan. She was the daughter of David E. Bloodgood Sr. and Dorothy (Nora) Bloodgood. She was preceded in death...[More]
Easter in Linn County - Mar. 26, 2026
Thursday, April 2 Maundy Thursday Service – 6:30 p.m. at Prescott United Methodist Church, followed by a potluck meal. Friday, April 3 Good Friday Service – 6 p.m. at Pleasanton United Methodist Church. Good Friday Service – 7 p.m. at Centerville Community Church...[More]
