Commissioners approve estimate for remodel of former judicial building - Aug. 23, 2023
Linn County Public Works Administrator Shaun West presented a final estimate to the Linn County Commissioners on Monday, Aug. 21, for the remodel at the former judicial building. West explained to commissioners that a total estimate from Construction Consultant Randy Page came in at $36,510 and, following...[More]
Cooling stations open for those in need - Aug. 22, 2023
Several places around the county are being opened during this week’s heat wave as cooling stations for those in need. Should you need a spot to cool off please visit these local spots: Pleasanton Faith Chapel Assembly of God Church, 103 E. 7th St., is open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. through Friday. Pleasanton...[More]
UPDATE in Marion County Investigation - Aug. 16, 2023
MARION COUNTY – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) released an update on the criminal investigation occurring in Marion County related to the Marion County Record. At present time this investigation remains open, however, we have determined in collaboration with the...[More]
Police stage ‘chilling’ raid on Marion County newspaper, seizing computers, records and cellphones - Aug. 16, 2023
- AUGUST 11, 2023 4:15 PM Eric Meyer, publisher of the Marion County Record, answers questions in his newspaper office Friday after police seized computers, servers, cellphones and other items. He says he doesn’t know how they will get the newspaper out on Tuesday, but, “We will publish...[More]
Commissioners approve publication of budget, intent to exceed revenue neutral - Aug. 16, 2023
County Clerk to work on trimming budget prior to set hearings Following a detailed discussion at Monday’s meeting, the commissioners voted 3-0 to allow County Clerk David Lamb to publish the proposed 2024 budget for the county as it currently stands; as well as, the intent to exceed the...[More]
USD 344 discusses student enrollment - Aug. 16, 2023
Superintendent Don Epps told the USD 344 board Monday night that he was working to map out where all students in the district live. He next showed a map of the district and said he wants to start pinpointing where students live so they can begin reaching out to bring those students not enrolled into...[More]
Ribbon cutting held for RWD #2 water tower - Aug. 9, 2023
Dedicated to Chris Otto Honoring Chris Otto and the community was at the heart of the ribbon cutting that was held Friday at the new 75,000 gallon water tower west of Mound City at KS Hwy. 52 and 600 Road. Rural Water District 2 board member Kevin Amer opened the occasion and spoke of honoring...[More]
County counselor recommends formation of special grievance board - Aug. 9, 2023
In the wake of two separate grievances being filed against the board of County Commissioners, County Counselor Gary Thompson recommended that the commissioners form a Board of Grievances to investigate the filed complaints and make a recommendation on how to handle them. “I’ve got a recommendation...[More]
La Cygne leaders discuss codes - Aug. 9, 2023
End goal will be future update approvals Local ordinance action is still in the future for La Cygne code revisions discussed at the regular council meeting last Wednesday, Aug. 2. Covered at last week’s meeting were codes relating to manufactured home park districts, off-road vehicles,...[More]
La Cygne mayor suggests extra pay - Aug. 2, 2023
Her request comes as part of Blast in the Park review La Cygne Mayor Debra Wilson is recommending that city employees in the future be paid for their roles in the annual Blast in the Park. Wilson’s observation came as part of a public review of this year’s July 8 event. The mayor...[More]
