Inmate sentenced for kidnapping at LCF
A prison inmate has been sentenced to more than 19 years in prison for kidnapping an employee at the Lansing Correctional Facility, according to a news release from the County Attorney's Office.
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It’s March Madness every day for me because I’m crazy for my coach
Every year he wants me to fill out a basketball bracket even though he knows I don’t have a clue about college ball. Picking them at random, I rank teams who don’t have a chance of winning and always write the teams on the wrong lines.
Buffalo statues revealed at artist reception
The first phase of its Spirit of the Buffalo project was displayed Sunday for an artists’ reception at the Elkins property in Leavenworth. Laura Elkins is secretary of the Leavenworth County Historical Society.
County property valuations increase by 5.84%
Property valuations in Leavenworth County are increasing this year by 5.84%.
Director says Humane Society likely to remain open past March
The Leavenworth County Humane Society likely will not close at the end of March. But the director said this does not mean the organization is out of the woods financially.
Capital murder case defendant still awaiting treatment at state hospital
The prosecution of a 2020 capital murder case in Leavenworth County remains on hold as the defendant still awaits treatment at a state hospital.
Getting old isn’t for the faint hearted
Tired of doing the one-leg shuffle, the brother-in-law decided to have surgery on his good leg. I realize this doesn’t make sense but it’s a true story.The brother-in-law's story began a year ago, after my sister's stolen car was recovered with a missing skylight.
Siri may be the best time-saving technology ever invented
I had no idea I wanted, or needed, a voice command on my phone until I was taught how to use it. I’ve spent quality time pushing the button to ask Siri, "Why is the grass green, do birds sleep during the day and what's the longest time a woman has ever had to endure a hot flash?" It’s like having an entire set of Britannica encyclopedias in my pocket.
Lansing board discusses updating cellphone policy
A Lansing Board of Education member wants to look at updating a policy concerning cellphone use in classrooms.
Lansing, High Prairie submit petitions to withdraw from fire district
Petitions have been submitted to the County Commission to remove High Prairie Township and the city of Lansing from Leavenworth County Fire District No. 1.