Bully Pulpit - Virginia gun laws – a disaster for all of us - Dec. 18, 2019
It’s a free-for-all in Virginia. The Democrats took the House, Senate, governor and state’s attorney general position – and with that Virginia is looking to become a Civil War battleground for the rights of its residents concerning the Second Amendment. The Washingtonpost.com...[More]
Retiring mayor lauds Parker councils - Dec. 18, 2019
In farewell remarks, Burk lists street, budget successes BY TONY FURSE Linn County News Newspapersrme@yahoo.com A retiring mayor has credited his town’s legislative councils – present and past – for its city government successes during the decade. Using...[More]
KSDE’s Dennis to be recognized in January as Kansan of the Year - Dec. 18, 2019
Banquet to take place in honor of Dennis, songwriter Nicolle Galyon TOPEKA – Longtime state employee Dale Dennis is one of two Kansans being honored as a Kansan of the Year, the Native Sons and Daughters of Kansas recently announced. Dennis is deputy commissioner of fiscal and administrative...[More]
Defensive Tactics For Women self- defense class Jan. 11 at JLHS - Dec. 18, 2019
After reorganizing the women’s defensive program, The Well Armed Woman, to a local group that is focused on women’s comprehensive awareness and safety, Linn County’s The Well Armed Woman has become Defensive Tactics for Women. The group will focus on...[More]
Albert Wertz - Dec. 17, 2019
Albert Wertz Linn County News Published Dec. 18, 2019 Word was received Monday about the passing of Albert Wertz, 96, at his home in Eudora, Kan. Funeral arrangements are pending. ...[More]
Jayhawk wrestling begins season at Caney Valley, Frontenac - Dec. 11, 2019
The Jayhawk varsity wrestling team traveled to Caney Valley on Dec. 7 to compete in the Kan-Okla Tournament. The tournament featured 20 teams, and the Hawks placed 12th with 57 points. Fellow Three Rivers League’s school Uniontown placed 14th with 50 points. Shawnee Heights...[More]
Buffalo boys fall to Frontenac in season opener - Dec. 11, 2019
The Prairie View boys’ basketball team hosted Frontenac on Dec. 5 for the 2019-2020 season opener. The Buffalos played hard but were no match for Frontenac as the Raiders won the game 71-33. The Raiders set the tone early and got out to a quick double-digit lead. Frontenac...[More]
First-half run lifts Lady Blu-Jays to opening win - Dec. 11, 2019
A 14-point first-half run lifted Pleasanton’s girls to a 40-31 opening basketball game win against Madison/Hamilton Friday night. The Lady Blu-Jays hope their momentum carries into this week’s Linn County Tournament with games at 7:00 p.m. Thursday against...[More]
Amsterdam Cafe: Meals just like grandma made - Dec. 11, 2019
Randy Weiss began cooking at the age of 14 – professionally. Just over 21 years ago he opened the Southside Cafe in Butler, Mo., which he owned and operated. He eventually bought the building next door, renovated both and expanded his restaurant. “When I bought it...[More]
County nursing home discussed; new direction considered - Dec. 11, 2019
After multiple attempts to obtain a written business plan for development of the now closed Prescott Country View Nursing Home (PCVNH) site, the owners of Grace Team – father John Grace and son Ryan Grace – met with the County Commissioners Monday to ask questions...[More]
