USDA opens 2022 signup for Dairy Margin Coverage, expands program for supplemental production - Dec. 9, 2021
Program Enhancements Improve Feed Cost Calculations   WASHINGTON, Dec. 8, 2021 – As part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s ongoing efforts to support dairy farmers and rural communities, today the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) opened signup...[More]
KDHE Update on the Omicron Variant - Dec. 9, 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 8, 2021 Contact: Matthew.Lara@KS.gov KDHE Update on the Omicron Variant TOPEKA – The Kansas...[More]
Sheriff’s Office receives free mine-resistant ambush vehicle - Dec. 8, 2021
Going through bills at their Monday County Commission meeting, the commissioners approved two claims in the amount of $14,409.41 and $318,935.17 but questioned a bill in the amount of $7,500 paid last week to Debrick Truck Line of Paola for shipping an MRAP (Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected) vehicle 949...[More]
Tyson receives national legislator of the year award - Dec. 8, 2021
Republican candidate for state treasurer, state Sen. Caryn Tyson of rural Parker has received national recognition as legislator of the year for her leadership and work on Property Tax Transparency, Senate Bill (SB) 13. Tyson researched and led an effort in Kansas to stop automatic tax increases solely...[More]
Aggressive dog discussion could lead to Pleasanton ordinance change - Dec. 8, 2021
Former Pleasanton City Council member Ginger Neal-Cox, 203 E. Fourth St., appeared before the Pleasanton Council Monday evening to inform them of an aggressive dog that bit her daughter in November and asked that the aggressive dog ordinance be stiffened. She said that on Nov. 25 her daughter, Ky, was...[More]
BULLY PULPIT - Dec. 8, 2021
Christmas and the innocence of kids It’s unfortunate that age brings with it the concerns that knowledge gives; i.e., what should be a joyous time of year turns to concerns over the cost of presents, the availability of that just right gift, getting together with family and all that brings, and...[More]
Linn County students selected for SEKMEA District II Honor Band, Choir - Dec. 8, 2021
Several students from Linn County schools have qualified for the Southeast Kansas Music Educators Association (SE KMEA) District II Honor Band or Honor Choir for their level. Cierra Lindsey of Jayhawk-Linn High School was selected for clarinet for the high school Honor Band and Collin Pope of Prairie...[More]
Pleasanton basketball opens season with a home contest against Kansas City Christian - Dec. 8, 2021
The Pleasanton basketball teams started their season on Dec. 3 with a home game against Kansas City Christian (KCC). The girls fed off a good defensive performance to win their game 36-18. KCC was too much for the boys, however, as they lost their game 70-35. The girls’ game started fairly...[More]
‘Hawk teams lose competitive games on opening night - Dec. 8, 2021
Jayhawk-Linn basketball teams lost competitive games in their season openers Friday at Cass-Midway, Mo. How each varsity team reached its final verdict, however, came from a different angle. Down by as many as 12 points halfway through the second quarter, the Lady Jayhawks twice grabbed one-point leads...[More]
Boil Water Advisory Issued for City of Blue Mound, Linn County - Dec. 7, 2021
TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of Blue Mound public water supply system located in Linn County. This advisory is not related to Covid-19. Customers should observe the following precautions...[More]
