Theodore “TA” Becker, III, 52, Leavenworth, Kan., passed away Monday, December 19, 2022. He was born on January 21, 1970, to Theodore Albert Becker II and Venita J. (Irelan) Becker. He was a proud member of the United States Army. “TA” enjoyed boating,…
By DEREK WILEY Leavenworth Times Tyson Ruud remembers his first in-game dunk well. Playing De Soto, Ruud, then a sophomore on Basehor-Linwood’s JV team, found… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
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Ihave mixed feelings about rituals associated with the new year. I used to do a number of things as a teenager that I thought would ensure that I was going into the next year with the proper mindset to manifest huge life improvements. To push out the old, I would get rid of clothes I didn’t wear and toys I didn’t play with anymore. I tried to organize as much as possible. To bring in the new, I would buy gorgeous planners that were not to be touched until 12:01 a.m.
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Leavenworth city commissioners have approved upgrades to the Wollman Aquatic Center. Leavenworth Parks and Recreation Director Steve Grant said the aquatic center, which is open during the summer at Wollman Park, is 20 years old.
Leavenworth’s girls basketball team had two big breakthroughs Tuesday night. Not only did the Pioneers (1-5) capture their first win of the season, they also ended a seven-game losing streak to rival Lansing (2-5).
Amy’s Mailbox | Amy Dickinson Dear Amy: My husband and I own a small family business, but we don't run the day-to-day operation. We started the business with one of our sons, and he worked very hard for the first three or so years.
Leavenworth’s first conference win of the season was a long time coming. After battling defending UKC champion Basehor-Linwood and Class 5A state champion Seaman into the fourth quarter last week, the Pioneers defeated rival Lansing 51-30 Tuesday night.
When they met this week, members of the Lansing Board of Education approved a policy that could prohibit the display of “safe space” stickers in classrooms. Board members approved a classroom displays policy along with other updated policies that were recommended by the Kansas Association of School Boards.