Flores hearing takes twist - May. 1, 2019
Joseph Brice Flores was slated to appear in Linn County District Court at 10:45 a.m. Monday, April 29, however, when the case was called at 11 a.m., neither Flores nor his attorney, Geoffrey Clark, were there. Several witnesses were on hand, under subpoena from the court, who had already appeared once...[More]
Sutherland pleads guilty - May. 1, 2019
Ordered to serve jail time, pay restitution of $75,000 Following charges of mail fraud and making false statement to law enforcement, former County Attorney John Sutherland’s ability to practice law ended with disbarment, potential jail time and paying $75,000 in restitution after he pleaded...[More]
BE AWARE: Linn County Roads - Apr. 30, 2019
As of 7 p.m. tonight roads are now covered by water. 1000 and 1150 Roads impassable west of 7 Highway....[More]
Towing bills discussed at meeting of commissioners - Apr. 24, 2019
What began as a drug arrest of a subject at the Mound City Casey’s on April 12 turned into discussion at Monday’s County Commissioners’ meeting at the Courthouse Annex in Mound City, that when the owner of the vehicle the subject was arrested in tried to claim...[More]
La Cygne plans meeting of water meter entities - Apr. 24, 2019
Change order reduces Phase II retainage Though not yet set, La Cygne’s City Council and its water project manager are calling for a meeting of all decision makers to remedy an unresolved automated meter reading (AMR) deficiency. Also at their regular meeting last Wednesday,...[More]
Commissioners want business plan for nursing home funding request - Apr. 24, 2019
Following several minutes in executive session with the County Commissioners at their regular meeting Monday for the purpose of trade secrets, Prescott nursing home building owner Jessy Willard spoke in open session and asked the commissioners if they felt there was a need for...[More]
Linn Valley holds public meeting on water project - Apr. 24, 2019
Following its regular meeting of the Property Owners Association (POA) on Saturday, April 20, the city of Linn Valley hosted a community meeting at the city’s clubhouse in connection with its upcoming major water project. Linn Valley Mayor Cindy Smith began the meeting with...[More]
Risks that come with home care - Apr. 17, 2019
SAFE AND SOUND Over the years keeping loved ones at home with the aid of a personal care attendant becomes increasingly appealing to family members, versus having them put in a facility; however, there are inherent risks. Any time you invite a stranger into your home, you are opening your door to the...[More]
Pleasanton to stick to shutoff policy - Apr. 17, 2019
No more knocking on doors During the Pleasanton City Council meeting on Monday, April 15, City Administrator Erica Kern asked for the council’s guidance on how best to proceed with water lock-offs, noting that the policy reads that if the bill is not paid and arrangements are not...[More]
Parker council discovers new beer law caveat - Apr. 17, 2019
Residency requirement discussed prior to ordinance approval Parker’s City Council passed a new cereal malt beverage license ordinance last Thursday, but not before discovering its new stipulation. Drafted by Richard M. Fisher Jr., city attorney, Ordinance No. 477 aligns Parker...[More]
