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        • How to help the Oklahoma tornado victims 11:58 am
          The EF5 tornado that devastated Moore, Okla., on Monday has caused untold damage and claimed at least 24 lives. If you want to help, check out the information below.    
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        • Morning Jolt: Vatican says pope didn’t perform exorcism, but … 7:12 am
          After a video went viral that showed Pope Francis seemingly performing an exorcism on a man, the Vatican responded by saying, “The Holy Father had no intention to perform any exorcism. Instead, as he frequently does for the sick...
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        • Legislative wrapup canceled 11:58 am
          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 9:38 am
          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 9:45 am
          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 9:45 am
          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
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        • Police look for carjackers May. 21, 2013
          Leavenworth police are asking for the public's help in locating carjacking suspects.
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        • Today in the News: Jodi Arias pleads for her life May. 21, 2013
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        • Morning Minutes: May 21 May. 21, 2013
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        • Collision results in injuries May. 21, 2013
          Two people were taken to the hospital after a sport utility vehicle and a moped collided in north Leavenworth, a police spokesman said.
        • 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.
        • Leavenworth golfer fourth at 5A state May. 21, 2013
          Jack Reilly, a resident of Leavenworth who attends St. James Academy, played in the Kansas 5A State Golf Tournament Monday at Brookridge Country Club.
          Jack Reilly, a resident of Leavenworth who attends St. James Academy, played in the Kansas 5A State Golf Tournament Monday at Brookridge Country Club.  The sophomore finished fourth individually after shooting a 74, a four over on the front nine and a one under on the back nine. Reilly and his St. James Academy team placed second overall with a combined score of 309.
        • Leavenworth pair receives softball conference honors May. 21, 2013
          There were some definitive bright spots to the Lady Pioneers 2013 softball team, and on Monday two of those were highlighted
        • 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.
        • Oklahoma tornado: Crews dig desperately through night May. 20, 2013
          MOORE, Okla. — Spotlights bore down on massive piles of shredded cinder block, insulation and metal as crews worked through the night lifting bricks and parts of collapsed walls where a monstrous tornado barreled through the Oklahoma City suburbs, demolishing an elementary school and reducing homes to piles of splintered wood. At least 51...
          A woman is pulled out from under tornado debris at the Plaza Towers School in Moore, Okla., Monday, May 20, 2013. A tornado as much as half a mile (.8 kilometers) wide with winds up to 200 mph (320 kph) roared through the Oklahoma City suburbs Monday, flattening entire neighborhoods, setting buildings on fire and landing a direct blow on an elementary school.
        • U12 Blue Jays win one for mom May. 20, 2013
          The U12 Leavenworth Blue Jays baseball team took first on May 11 at the MSP Mother’s Day Classic at Lake Shawnee in Topeka.
          The U12 Leavenworth Blue Jays baseball team took first on May 11 at the MSP Mother’s Day Classic at Lake Shawnee in Topeka.
        • 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.
        • Area track athletes punch state tickets May. 20, 2013
          While the majority of athletes saw their 2013 seasons come to a close, each area school had multiple people earn spots for the upcoming state championships at their respective regional meets.
        • Today in the News: Yahoo buys Tumblr May. 20, 2013
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        • Morning Minutes: May 20 May. 20, 2013
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        • 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.
        • Kitchen fire results in no injuries May. 20, 2013
          A kitchen fire over the weekend at a Leavenworth apartment resulted in an estimated $12,000 loss, according to a Fire Department official.
        • Motorcyclist injured in accident May. 20, 2013
          A motorcyclist was taken to the hospital following a wreck Sunday afternoon in southwest Leavenworth County, according to a Sheriff's Office official.
        • Driver taken to hospital after collision May. 20, 2013
          A driver was taken to the hospital following a collision Saturday morning in southwest Leavenworth County, according to a report from the Sheriff's Office.
        • Morning Minutes: May 19 May. 19, 2013
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        • 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.
        • Morning Minutes: May 18 May. 18, 2013
          Word of the Day, Website of the Day, Number to Know, This Day in History, Today's Featured Birthday and Daily Quote.
        • 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.
        • USM coach to provide summer camp May. 17, 2013
          Jon Bishop, the head men's basketball coach at the University of Saint Mary, has set the dates for his annual youth summer camp.
        • Bulldogs lacrosse finish season on winning note May. 17, 2013
          The Leavenworth County Lacrosse Club capped off its 2013 season in winning fashion last weekend.
          The Leavenworth County Lacrosse Bulldogs won two of its last three matches Sunday at the Kansas City Area Tournament.
        • 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.
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        • What to Watch: DaVinci vs. Dracula May. 17, 2013
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