Medal of Honor recipients in the news recently

Recipients of the Medal of Honor were in the news recently, and not in a pleasant way.

Time to book a seat on the airport bandwagon

As the folks in Leavenworth County debate whether to move forward with a new county airport, proponents got a major boost Wednesday.

Support K-5 Road Plan

Few would argue better transportation routes linking Leavenworth with Kansas City International Airport and downtown Kansas City area are needed.

This city shows what we could do in Leavenworth

I recently visited Portland, Oregon, and really enjoyed the availability of the public transportation system and seeing the volume of bicycle traffic around town.

Good job by area schools

Area school districts got some good news last week with the release of state ACT scores.

More needed for Carnegie

The $6,000 approved by Leavenworth County Commissioners last week for the Carnegie Arts Center is a good start.

Great timing for a Hometown Welcome celebration

Today’s Hometown Welcome event in downtown Leavenworth is perfect timing.

This community can take initiative to help DAVs

Let’s think outside the box and see who wants to be bold.

Present system of selecting judges works well

Our U.S. Constitution states all federal judgeships, including Supreme Court Justices, are appointed positions.

Events 65 years ago change history forever

This week, 65 years ago, was a very important one in history.

Should have made cuts in education

When a python snake eats a large animal, it does not do it in one big gulp.  Rather, it bites down on its prey,

New map would highlight area’s riding trails

Recently two van loads of trail enthusiasts took a tour of Leavenworth County

Candidates should give real solutions

I read with great interest the article of July 23,  regarding the candidates’ forum.

Judges should not be political choice

Wes Barfoot’s July 26 letter to the editor was not only disingenuous in terms of what it was seeking to repudiate but it was downright deceitful in its response to the previous letters.

We should support K5 expansion plan

I had the occasion to speak with Leavenworth County Commission Chairman J.C. Tellefson about the road project priorities.

Administration is totally corrupt

Our border fiasco is incredible.

John Reichley

The local community has always welcomed newcomers to the area.

Question about Obama citizenship

Should Obama be the President of the United States of America?

Blackberries a little hard to find this year

Blackberry picking was not as good this year as the last few years at the place in which I normally pick in Missouri.

The obit does not tell full story of great patriot

Too often obituaries do not adequately tell the measure of a deceased.

    You’ve built your life. Now make the most of your time, money and health.

    Want to repair or create something? This is the place to start.

    Advice on living eco-consciously — and budget-consciously.


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