Commissioners discuss Pleasanton meal site options - Mar. 29, 2023
During the latter part of the meeting on Monday, March 27, Linn County Commissioners discussed the walk-through on Wednesday, March 22 at the former Memaw’s Kitchen located at 6th and Main Streets in Pleasanton. Economic Development Director Jessica Hightower read notes from construction consultant...[More]
Linn Valley moves forward with water, sewer project - Mar. 29, 2023
“Positive ramifications” for the city Following a 15-minute legal session called by Linn Valley Mayor Cindy Smith at their Monday meeting, the mayor announced a preliminary agreement with Rural Water District #1 for water rights in Linn Valley. Smith said, though further information...[More]
USD 362 leader asks to broaden policy - Mar. 29, 2023
Possible April vote would make nepotism additions A vote may occur next month on broadening a Unified School District 362 nepotism policy as urged by its superintendent. At the monthly board of education meeting earlier this month, Rex Bollinger, Ed.D., laid out a proposal to add mother-in-law...[More]
BULLY PULPIT - Mar. 29, 2023
Mass shootings Another six people died yesterday at the hands of a mentally ill person, a person that was originally identified as a female. Statista.com reported, “Since 1982, an astonishing 135 mass shootings have been carried out in the United States by male shooters. In contrast, only four...[More]
LINN VALLEY CITY COUNCIL - Monday, March 27, 2023 - Mar. 29, 2023
The Linn Valley City Council met Monday and heard from City Clerk Karen Siffring concerning meeting dates. She said the Kansas League of Municipalities (KLM) said governing bodies can’t cancel meetings prior to the meeting date, as in the case of a lack of a quorum; she said the body needs to meet...[More]
LINN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS - Monday, March 27, 2023 - Mar. 29, 2023
The Linn County Commissioners met on Monday, March 27, and began their meeting with the approval of the minutes of last week’s meeting followed by the approval of the payment of claims in the amount of $372,248.40. County Clerk David Lamb then presented adds and abates 2022-883-886 totaling -$2,904.36...[More]
SPECIAL: National Walking Day on Wednesday, April 5th - Mar. 28, 2023
Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Refuge is celebrating National Walking Day on Wednesday, April 5th by inviting the public to come out and walk with a ranger for a preview of our new trail. The Visitor Center and new exhibits will be open form 4-6 PM and the Ranger will be leading...[More]
Debra Dale Wolf ~ 04-03-1954 to 03-22-2023 - Mar. 28, 2023
Linn County News Published March 29, 2023 Debra Dale Wolf, age 68, Linn Valley, Kan., passed away Wednesday, March 22, 2023. Graveside funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at the Trading Post Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to a pet rescue...[More]
Jessica Erin Cox ~ 11-15-1979 to 03-20-2023 - Mar. 27, 2023
Linn County News Published March 29, 2023 Jessica Erin Cox, beloved daughter, and granddaughter, passed away at her home in Lawrence, Kan., March 20, 2023. Jessica was born Nov. 15, 1979, at the University of Kansas Medical Center. She was a graduate of Shawnee Mission West High School. Jessica...[More]
Larry Ray Oliver ~ 07-12-1953 to 03-22-2023 - Mar. 23, 2023
Linn County News Published March 29, 2023 Larry Ray Oliver, age 69, Pleasanton, Kan., passed away on Wednesday, March 22, 2023. Funeral service will be at 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 25, 2023, at the Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, Pleasanton Chapel. Visitation will follow...[More]
