Commissioner requests answers on unreturned calls - Oct. 18, 2023
During the Oct. 16 meeting of the Linn County Commissioners, Public Works Administrator Shaun West reported that a historic bridge north of Mound City on Kansas Highway 7 is sloughing off road material. He stated that he had reached out to the on-call engineer who will be looking at it on Tuesday. He...[More]
Pleasanton sells 2 acreages, 1 for potential restaurant - Oct. 18, 2023
After inquiring about purchasing approximately three acres at the north end of Tucker Road past the CHCSEK clinic, the city approved the purchase of that property and .95 acres more to Brandon McGinnis, one for a potential deli/restaurant site. The council met Monday night and discussed .95 acres that...[More]
PVHS Band receives I rating at Baker University Marching Festival - Oct. 18, 2023
On Tuesday, Oct. 10, the Prairie View Marching Band traveled to Baker University to compete in their annual Baker Marching Festival and received a I rating at the KSHSAA sponsored event. “This marks the first time the band has received a I at the Baker festival,” said Band Director Jeff...[More]
BULLY PULPIT - Oct. 18, 2023
It’s someone else’s fault I listened to a Hamas official speaking the other night on television concerning the beheading of 40 babies, slaughter of old women, men and complete families – and all he could say was that it was the Israeli’s fault. Every Palestinian rally that the...[More]
Michael Qualizza ~ 07-10-1961 to 09-24-2023 - Oct. 17, 2023
Linn County News Published Oct. 18, 2023 Michael Qualizza of Pleasanton, Kan., died peacefully on Sept. 24, 2023. Michael was a beloved husband, stepfather, son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. This humble loving man worked hard and enjoyed hunting, farming, dancing, and time with family. He...[More]
Breann “Blake†Nicole Bowley ~ 07-03-2005 to 09-10-2023 - Oct. 17, 2023
Linn County News Published Oct. 18, 2023 Breann “Blake” Nicole Bowley was born July 3, 2005 in St. Louis, Mo. She passed away September 10, 2023 in a car accident coming home from work. A Celebration of Life will be held from 1 to 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, at the Ernie...[More]
BULLY PULPIT - Oct. 11, 2023
Tears for Israel I was in church Sunday morning when one of the Elders read a news blurb sent to his watch, “Israel has declared war on Hamas.” This news feed came after Hamas and Hezbollah attacked Israel approximately four days ago and killed 900 people; made up mostly of citizens with...[More]
Wilbur Alan Armstrong ~ 05-19-1954 to 10-06-2023 - Oct. 11, 2023
Linn County News Published Oct. 11, 2023 Wilbur Alan Armstrong, 69, of La Cygne, Kan., died Friday, Oct. 6, 2023, at his home. Wilbur was born May 19, 1954, to Harry Lee and Emma Darlene Hoaglan Armstrong in Fort Scott, Kan. He spent his growing and adult years living in La Cygne, Kan. He...[More]
Commission removes P&Z member, rejects resignation - Oct. 11, 2023
Split votes remove White, retain Thompson On separate 2-1 split votes, the Linn County Commission has removed a county Planning and Zoning (P&Z) commissioner but has rejected a voiced resignation by its county counselor. At Tuesday’s weekly meeting, delayed a day because of Monday’s...[More]
USD-344 Board members hash out issues pertaining to STARS program - Oct. 11, 2023
During open session of their monthly meeting, concerns were raised over current issues at the STARS program. Board members asked questions over the administrative assistant position at STARS. It was noted in the monthly bills that the position was paid for through USD 344. Dr. Jay Allen, school...[More]
