Opinion

We can’t arrest our way out of mental health crisis

For far too long, one of the greatest frustrations in law enforcement has been that we are often called because someone in our community is experiencing a substance use or mental health crisis and needs…

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Alliance, CASA receive state grants

The governor recently announced that two Leavenworth organizations have received grants from the state, according to a news release.

Lifestyle

END OF FIRST DAY OF CLASS

Parents turn into an entrance to Henry Leavenworth Elementary School on Tuesday to pick up children after the first day of classes. The normal traffic pattern used for picking up students at the school had to be temporarily altered because of construction on Vilas Street. John Richmeier School personnel assist parents who arrive to pick…

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JAZZ BY THE RIVER

Saxophonist Kenneth Stone Jr. performs Saturday during the Jazz By The River concert at Xavier Hall. The annual event is a fundraiser for the Richard Allen Cultural Center and Museum.Peggy Bair Keyboardist Angela Ward performs with The James Ward Trio jazz ensemble Saturday at Xavier Hall. Edna Wagner, executive director of Richard Allen Cultural Center…

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Opinion

We can’t arrest our way out of mental health crisis

For far too long, one of the greatest frustrations in law enforcement has been that we are often called because someone in our community is experiencing a substance use or mental health crisis and needs…

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Cast your vote to identify top businesses

It is time for Best Of Leavenworth County, and we at the Leavenworth Times and CherryRoad Media are excited. Best Of Leavenworth County is an integral part of our mission, which is to strengthen community…