Pleasanton Council proceeds with fishing dock grant - Apr. 22, 2026
Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Fisheries Biologist Don George has his fingerprints on every lake in the county, and area, in some way or another and, again, is working with the city of Pleasanton to provide a grant to build a new boat dock. George explained the 20-foot t-dock will be located...[More]
Early Dismissals - Apr. 17, 2026
Due to the threat of severe weather this afternoon, all three districts have opted to dismiss school at 1 p.m. in an effort to get students safely home before the storms hit our area. If you have concerns, or need more information, please contact your child's school....[More]
SPECIAL: Youthfront application not a Public Hearing - Apr. 15, 2026
NOTICE: Case #: US-KS107-LU-2025-7, Youthfront Camp DBA Kansas City Youth for Christ is not being heard under a Public Hearing. That has already occurred; the commissioners are discussing the application in their meeting Monday, April 20. ...[More]
We want your photos… - Apr. 15, 2026
Would you like to see one of your photos in the paper? We’re starting a new weekly photo submission opportunity! Out on the gravel will feature a local photo each week in our paper taken somewhere in Linn County; a photo of something that interested someone enough to snap a photo of it. Have one...[More]
1st Annual Richard Henderson Memorial Car Show Saturday - Apr. 15, 2026
In memory of long time Blue Mound resident and one of the founders of the Blue Mound Blessing and Car Show, organizers will be holding the 1st Annual Richard Henderson Memorial Car Show this coming Saturday in Blue Mound. The event is set to begin at 10 a.m. and will run until ‘the last car leaves.’...[More]
Parker City Council discusses storm water issue - Apr. 15, 2026
The Parker City Council met April 9 and during public comments, Gary Earley addressed the council and asked what would be done about the storm water issue on Park Street. He stated he was still dealing with flooding. He discussed past surveys from the council to residents, noting that nothing had been...[More]
USD 344 accepts principal resignation - Apr. 15, 2026
The USD 344 Board of Education had a quick meeting trying to beat storms that pummeled Linn County Monday night; with that they accepted several resignations and heard construction updates. Following executive session for non-elected personnel, the board accepted the resignation of High School Principal...[More]
Commissioners approve Purple Heart Day proclamation - Apr. 15, 2026
During the meeting on April 13, the Linn County Commissioners discussed the possibility of becoming a designated part of the Purple Heart Trail in Kansas. Commissioners discussed recognizing the date and approved a motion adopting the proclamation of Aug. 7 as Purple Heart Day for Linn County. The...[More]
Linn Valley City Council discusses water, sewer townhall - Apr. 15, 2026
The Linn Valley City Council held its monthly meeting at 6 p.m. on Monday, April 13, 2026, with Mayor Lister Potter presiding with all council members present, including Council Member Richard Gravelle who attended via phone. Codes Clerk Paige Muller filled in for City Clerk Mendi Cyr who was absent...[More]
Pleasanton approves water plant roof bidding, backup water supply study - Apr. 8, 2026
The Pleasanton City Council met with BG Consultants engineer, Jason Hoskinson, Monday night and approved several projects that have been in the works, some for months, some not so long. First approved was allowing BG Consultants to advertise the Stegge Lake Dam Repair project after bidding documents...[More]
