Buffalo defense stymies Wellsville, 7-6, in season opener - Sep. 9, 2015
During much of the first half at Wellsville Friday, Prairie View’s fate seemed to hinge on special teams play.But then the Buffalo defense took over and denied five Wellsville threats inside or near the Prairie View red zone [final 20 yards] to preserve a 7-6 season-opening Pioneer League victory. To...[More]
Unexpected refunds pull down revenues - Sep. 9, 2015
TOPEKA – Corporate and individual income tax receipts for August were short of estimates mostly because of unexpected refunds.State sales tax receipts showed 3.9 percent growth after accounting for changes in tax law compared to August of 2014 but were $3.2 million short of expectations. Use tax...[More]
La Cygne chief warns noisy motorists - Sep. 9, 2015
Be forewarned, motorists inside La Cygne city limits who enjoy loud music!Tate West, police chief, informed the city council at last Wednesday’s meeting that he’s cracking down. To see the full article, check out this week's edition of the Linn County News or check out the online edition...[More]
La Cygne to sell swimming pool waterslide - Sep. 9, 2015
La Cygne is in the process of selling its swimming pool’s waterslide.Jodi Wade, representing the La Cygne Community Park Board, asked the city council for their approval at last Wednesday’s regular meeting. To see the full article, check out this week's edition of the Linn County...[More]
Local Ag teacher selected as KAAE president - Sep. 2, 2015
The Kansas Association of Agricultural Educators (KAAE) recently nominated Jayhawk-Linn Ag teacher Bill Johnston to be the organization’s president. To see the full article, check out this week's edition of the Linn County News or check out the online edition here. ...[More]
Swanfest Royal Court named - Sep. 2, 2015
The annual Swanfest event in La Cygne will be Saturday, Sept. 12. Every year youth are invited to run for the Royal Court.This year candidates will be selling raffle tickets for $1 per ticket, with a 1st place claiming $500, 2nd place $250 and 3rd place $100. To see the full article, check out...[More]
Deputy County Clerk John Copple retires - Sep. 2, 2015
Deputy County Clerk John Copple officially retired Tuesday, Sept. 1. Copple worked for the county for over 10 years, starting out as a payroll clerk and system administrator at the courthouse in 2005. To see the full article, check out this week's edition of the Linn County News or check out...[More]
Olin Don Hime - 12-15-1927 to 08-28-2015 - Sep. 2, 2015
Olin Don Hime, 87, of Shawnee, Kan., died Friday, Aug. 28, 2015, at Shawnee Mission Medical Center. Born Dec. 15, 1927, in Centerville, Kan., Olin was the eldest child of Olin Don and Myrtle I. (Johnson) Hime. He grew up in Centerville and surrounding areas, attending school in Blue Mound. His family...[More]
Jacqueline Sue “Jackie†Harris Norris - 11-2-1950 to 08-28-2015 - Sep. 2, 2015
The loving hand of God has gently cradled our Jackie and taken her to prepare for our glorious reunion in heaven. Jacqueline Sue “Jackie” Harris Norris, 64, Branson, Mo., and Blue Mound, Linn County, Kan., passed away Friday, Aug. 28, 2015, at her Branson home due to cancer. She was born...[More]
Richard Neal Smith - 02-25-1952 to 08-30-2015 - Sep. 2, 2015
Richard Neal Smith, 63, went home to be with the Lord Aug. 30, 2015, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Richard was born Feb. 25, 1952, to Roy Jr., and Marianna Sutterby Smith in Fort Scott, Kan. He graduated from Blue Mound High School in 1970 and then furthered his education with a Mechanical...[More]
