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        • Okla. tornado prompts discussion for new high school 6:17 pm
          The EF5 tornado that ripped through Moore, Okla., Monday had Lansing school officials thinking about how they will tackle the issue of severe weather shelters.
        • TAPS runners honor fallen at local race May. 22, 2013
          For a special group of runners participating in the Five Trails Half Marathon and 10k on Sunday, every step was laced with memories and honored those who paid the ultimate price in service to country.
        • Lawson sentenced to time served May. 22, 2013
          A Leavenworth man whose 2009 conviction for criminal sodomy was overturned has pleaded no contest to an indecent liberties charge.
          Lester E. Lawson
        • Chase ends with arrest May. 22, 2013
          A man was in custody at the Leavenworth County Jail Wednesday after he allegedly led authorities on a chase around the Tonganoxie area, according to an official with the Kansas Highway Patrol.
        • Defendant pleads guilty in molestation case May. 22, 2013
          A man has pleaded guilty to sexually molesting a 3-year-old child last year in Easton, according to a prosecution official.
        • Legislative wrapup canceled May. 22, 2013
          A Legislative wrapup scheduled for Wednesday night at the Lansing Community Center by the Leavenworth-Lansing Area Chamber of Commerce has been canceled due to the ongoing legislative session.
        • “Spirit of Humanitarianism” honored May. 22, 2013
          Two individuals and one business were honored Monday for their contributions to the community during the Leavenworth County Human Service Council's annual “Spirit of Humanitarianism” awards luncheon.
          Connie Weltha, Tonganoxie Elementary School counselor, receives an award from Crystal Swann Blackdeer of the Leavenworth County Human Services Council during its annual “Spirit of Humanitarianism” luncheon Monday.
        • Commissioners discuss Muncie Road traffic flow May. 22, 2013
          The portion of Muncie Road that's adjacent to Xavier Catholic School could become a one-way street again.
        • Eighth-graders race in cardboard boats May. 22, 2013
          With the school year coming to a close, teacher Rebecca Calhoun said racing boats is the best final students can have.
          Eighth-graders Lucy Carreno and Skyann Derringer use their hands to paddle themselves across a swimming pool in a cardboard boat Tuesday at the Riverfront Community Center. Eighth-graders at Richard W. Warren Middle School constructed and raced cardboard boats as part of a science project.
        • Carjacking vehicle recovered, two arrested May. 21, 2013
          Authorities have recovered a car that was stolen in a carjacking today in Leavenworth.Leavenworth Police Chief Pat Kitchens said the car was recovered late Tuesday afternoon by authorities in Kansas City, Kan., and two people were taken into custody.
        • Leavenworth's Michael Baillergeon tabbed 5A baseball player of the year May. 21, 2013
          Michael Baillergeon, one of six Pioneers recognized, named Class 5A Player of the Year
          Leavenworth
        • Police look for carjackers May. 21, 2013
          Leavenworth police are asking for the public's help in locating carjacking suspects.
          This is a photo of a car that
        • Fort announces civilian furloughs May. 21, 2013
          Officials from Fort Leavenworth Monday announced that more than 2,000 workers from the post will be furloughed starting in July as a result of federal automatic spending cuts.
        • District to receive additional money May. 21, 2013
          When they met Monday, Leavenworth school board members approved the publication of a notice of a hearing for amending the current school year's budget. They also looked at some of the things that may impact the budget in future years.
        • Lansing board OKs design development May. 21, 2013
          The architects and contractors who will build the new high school off DeSoto Road for the Lansing School District now have a board-approved design document to guide them.
        • County commission OKs waiver for LCHS building May. 21, 2013
          The Leavenworth County Commission gave the green light for the Leavenworth County Humane Society to apply for the permit needed to pursue a new facility near Tonganoxie.
        • Boys' golf: Lansing’s Russell medals at state May. 20, 2013
          Two birdies, nine pars and a score of 79 brought Luke Russell the first medal of his high school career Monday; Immaculata's Dawson Schroeder ties for 37th out of 92
        • Lions, Pioneers swim for gold May. 20, 2013
          Both Leavenworth and Lansing had members of its girls' swim teams compete for the ultimate prize this weekend.
        • Pleasant Ridge seniors receive diplomas May. 20, 2013
          This year's graduates from Pleasant Ridge High School have left their mark.
          Seniors sing their school
        • More than 300 graduate from Leavenworth High School May. 20, 2013
          While graduation marks the end of high school, it should be seen as only the beginning.
          Members of the graduating class take their places on the field of Pioneer Stadium Saturday at the start of a commencement ceremony.
        • Lansing seniors graduate May. 20, 2013
          Lansing High School seniors prepared to begin another chapter in their lives Saturday as they received their diplomas.
          Lansing High School graduating seniors make their way onto the football field Saturday for their commencement ceremony.
        • Soldier dies in Afghanistan May. 18, 2013
          A member of the Army Reserve who worked at Fort Leavenworth has died in Afghanistan, according to a news release from the military installation.
          Sgt 1st Class Trenton L Rhea and his wife, Leah.
        • Sheriff's Office provides D.A.R.E. class at Xavier May. 18, 2013
          He now wears a different uniform, but Mark Lingenfelser has wrapped up another D.A.R.E. class at Xavier Catholic School.
          Fifth-grader Sean Becker shakes hands with Sheriff Andy Dedeke as retired Sheriff Dave Zoellner, left, looks on during a Drug Abuse Resistance Education graduation ceremony Friday at Xavier Catholic School. The D.A.R.E. program was taught at the school this year by Mark Lingenfelser, a deputy with the Leavenworth County Sheriff
        • Seniors honored ahead of graduation May. 18, 2013
          A day before their commencement ceremony, Leavenworth High School seniors had the chance to put on their graduation gowns Friday for Senior Honors Night.
          Seniors gather on stage Friday at Leavenworth High School for Senior Honors Night. The ceremony was held in advance of today
        • VA celebrates research efforts May. 18, 2013
          Officials at the Eisenhower Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Leavenworth recognized where the facility has been and where it's going with the culmination of its third annual Research Week.
        • Fighting to the bitter end May. 17, 2013
          Lady Lions score trio of unanswered goals to win regional final
          Lansing defender Hailey Budke, right, gets tangled up with a Shawnee Heights opponent Friday during the Lady Lions’ regional final.
        • Nathan Bulter named academic all-american May. 17, 2013
          On the eve of his high school graduation, Leavenworth senior Nathan Butler added one more accolade to his already massive trophy case.
          Nathan Butler and the Leavenworth wrestling team participated in the 2013 Class 5A state championship meet, where the team placed 13th overall.
        • USP employees picket, citing job cuts May. 17, 2013
          Employees at the United State Penitentiary in Leavenworth were in front of the facility Friday picketing what they call job cuts that could be potentially harmful to both their rank and file members and the community.
          Troy Williams, center, and other members of the Local 919 chapter of the American Federation of Government Employees picket Friday outside of the U.S. Penitentiary in Leavenworth.
        • Fourth-graders raise money for classmate May. 17, 2013
          As the school year draws to a close at Anthony Elementary School, one fourth-grader is being missed by her classmates.
          Joseph Heintzelman selects a sucker from a basket held by Keenan Brown. Brown and the other members of his fourth-grade class at Anthony Elementary School have been selling gourmet suckers to raise money for classmate Shriya Bhakta and her family.
        • Prison investigator discusses system for tracking inmate information May. 17, 2013
          Members of the Community Relations Board for the U.S. Penitentiary in Leavenworth heard Thursday about a system used to track information about federal inmates.
        • With open arms May. 16, 2013
          Students from Leavenworth High and Warrren Middle School compete together at Onaga weightlifting competition
          Warren Middle School
        • City to sell old railroad car May. 16, 2013
          Officials with the city of Leavenworth are looking to get rid of an abandoned railroad car located near the Missouri River by putting it up for sale.
          An abandoned railroad car located on city-owned land in northeast Leavenworth is being put up for sale.
        • Lansing school audit results in an additional $106k May. 16, 2013
          The Lansing School Board will be conducting a public hearing at the beginning of its June 10 meeting to allow the district to republish its 2012-2013 budget.
        • Annual Leavenworth city tennis tourney approaching May. 15, 2013
          The 41st Annual Leavenworth City Tennis Tournament will be held the weekend of June 1.
          Immaculata
        • Former Leavenworth star coming back to play for Saint Mary men's basketball May. 15, 2013
          Pioneer alum Grant Greenberg along with North Kansas City star Payton Snell to play for USM in 2013-14
        • Defendant bound over on battery, obstruction charges May. 15, 2013
          A Leavenworth man who allegedly pulled a knife on a police officer has been bound over for trial on charges of aggravated battery of a law enforcement officer and obstruction of a legal process.
          Harold Snell III
        • To do this weekend: Five Trails Half Marathon May. 15, 2013
          The Five Trails Half Marathon is scheduled for Sunday.
          To do this weekend
        • Commissioners approve construction bid May. 15, 2013
          When they met Tuesday, Leavenworth city commissioners approved a bid for the construction of a new Animal Control facility that's less than an earlier estimate for the project.
        • Loans still available through Leavenworth program May. 15, 2013
          While First City Development Corp. hasn't awarded any loans in recent months to Leavenworth businesses, there's been some prospects, an official said.
        • Council on Aging to host senior picnic May. 15, 2013
          The Leavenworth County Council on Aging will celebrate seniors during its ninth annual Senior Picnic this week.
        • Lady Lions soccer marches on May. 14, 2013
          It was a dominating, yet fruitless, first half Tuesday for the Lady Lions soccer team.
          Lansing’s Madison Stebbins, right, collides with an Emporia defender Tuesday during the Lady Lions’ 2-0 opening regional victory.
        • Baseball: Pioneers one run shy of state May. 14, 2013
          Leavenworth suffers 5-4 extra-inning defeat in regional final against Shawnee Heights; Immaculata edged out late and Lansing humbled
        • Temps again put 2013 in record books May. 14, 2013
          About two weeks ago, the National Weather Service was warning of a storm system that was predicted and, eventually, did result in snow for much of the Midwest.
          Teddy the border-terrier mix gets a drink of water Tuesday at the Waggin
        • Lansing board OKs more iPads May. 14, 2013
          Several months ago members of the Lansing Middle School science faculty briefed the Lansing School Board on the school's iPad program.
        • Benedict named county honoree May. 14, 2013
          Ever since he was a boy, Eric Benedict had wanted to be a law enforcement officer. He's been living that dream the last 14 years as a member of the Leavenworth County Sheriff's Office.
          Lansing police Lt. Fred Grenier presents the Leavenworth County Officer of the Year Award to Eric Benedict during a ceremony Monday in Lansing. Benedict is a detective with the Leavenworth County Sheriff
        • Herring named Officer of the Year May. 14, 2013
          During the last year, Leavenworth Police Chief Pat Kitchens has heard a number of people praise the performance of Detective Danielle Herring.
          Detective Danielle Herring receives the Leavenworth Police Department
        • Immaculata duo snares fourth at state May. 13, 2013
          Raiders earns seventh overall at Class 3-1A boys' state tennis tournament
          From left to right, Immaculata’s Sam Rhee, Phillip Hernandez and James Cha helped bring home a seventh place state finish for the Raiders boys’ tennis team on Saturday.
        • Baseball: Never say never May. 13, 2013
          With six runs in final three innings, Raiders escape first round upset; Rams punchless at Riverside
        • Two Lion golfers, one Raider heading to state May. 13, 2013
          Lansing's Luke Russell, Bryan Courtney and Immaculata's Dawson Schroeder qualify at regional meets while Leavenworth struggles
        • LCF escapees to face charges May. 13, 2013
          Two men involved in an hours-long standoff with police following their escape from the Lansing Correctional Facility will face charges, Platte County officials announced Saturday.
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