Brierley receives separate one-year sentences - Jul. 28, 2021
Given previous credit, most time is already served Robert Joseph Brierley has received consecutive 12-month sentences for crimes committed in 2019. At Brierley’s sentencing July 20 in Linn County District Court, Geoffrey W. Clark, judge pro tem, issued the rulings on separate cases of...[More]
SPECIAL: Linn County Sheriff's Office seeking identification of subject - Jul. 26, 2021
The Linn County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the identification of the subject in the photos. If any person can assist in identifying the subject or vehicle in the photo please contact the Linn County Sheriff's Office at (913) 795-2665. The subject in the photo is not accused of any crime...[More]
Raw sewage reported in Pleasanton ditch - Jul. 21, 2021
City says sewer line closed, contained Residents who live near a small creek that runs along an alley between Sycamore and Cedar north of Broad Street in Pleasanton are not strangers to a stench that resembles that of sewage – a stench that neighbors report has been going on since early spring. Around...[More]
Commissioners want public buy-in for senior facility - Jul. 21, 2021
Two Linn County Commissioners want assurances that their constituents are willing to support a senior care facility before making any financial decisions. At Monday’s weekly Commission meeting, Chair Rick James, District 1, and Jim Johnson, District 3, expressed that sentiment to Jesse Willard,...[More]
Pleasanton Water & Pool - Jul. 21, 2021
Pleasanton city superintendent explains water taste Highly recommends not closing water plant Pictures of brown bath water, filters plugged with sediment and more were just a couple examples of issues Pleasanton residents were voicing concerns about with their water supply, and Pleasanton City Superintendent...[More]
SPECIAL: Vaccine and Testing Clinics Continue Statewide with Emergence of Delta Variant - Jul. 16, 2021
~ Vaccine and Testing events will continue to be held in several counties across the state over the coming weeks ~ TOPEKA – With the increased presence of the Delta variant in the region, local health departments, providers, and community groups are continuing to hold free COVID-19...[More]
Samsel evaluation to remain under seal - Jul. 14, 2021
A mental health evaluation report will remain under seal for a state House representative whose district includes northwest Linn County. At a Zoom videoconference non-evidentiary no go status hearing Monday morning in Franklin County District Court, Ottawa, Judge Kevin L. Kimball, Kansas 4h Judicial...[More]
Superintendents, commissioners discuss SROs - Jul. 14, 2021
Linn County Commissioners spoke with the superintendents of the three school districts in the county to find out their thoughts on the SRO program. Pleasanton USD 344 Superintendent Travis Laver spoke on how he worked with former Sheriff Paul Filla to get the program up and running. Laver also noted...[More]
Condemnations again top Pleasanton council discussions - Jul. 14, 2021
Opening their regular meeting held Tuesday, July 6, due to Independence Day, the Pleasanton City Council approved continuing with the condemnation of the structure located at 1300 High St. owned by Shanise Adams. Adams requested 60 days to complete work on the house and did not show up to the council...[More]
Next Samsel court appearance to be Monday - Jul. 7, 2021
State representative faces misdemeanor battery charges A state House representative whose district includes northwest Linn County is scheduled for a non-evidentiary hearing next week in Franklin County District Court, Ottawa. Rep. Mark A. Samsel, R-Wellsville, is set for an 11:30 a.m. no go preliminary...[More]
