Police identify hit-and-run victim
Leavenworth police have identified the man who was critically injured Monday night in a hit-and-run. But authorities have not identified the driver who left the scene.
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Lansing library painting the town for Summer Reading Program
Lansing Community Library is hosting colorful programs and characters this summer with the Color Our World-themed Summer Reading Program (SRP). This summer staple will feature performers, prizes and lots of books.
Poker Run to raise money for Senior Express
The Escorts Motorcycle Club will host the fourth annual Poker Run to raise money for the Leavenworth County Council on Aging’s Senior Express Transportation Program. The event will be held from 11 a.m.
Defendant convicted of assaulting officers
A Kansas City, Kansas, man has been convicted in Leavenworth County of assaulting law enforcement officers during a pursuit, according to a news release from the County Attorney's Office.
Basehor Eagle Scout constructs outdoor chess set
Basehor-Linwood High School senior Spencer Black earned his Eagle Scout award recently by putting together a project which will benefit the Basehor Community Library as well as the community as a whole. While seeking ideas for the type of project for Black to pursue for his Eagle Scout award, Basehor Community Library Director Rachael Hisson asked her staff for ideas and feedback.
County discusses animal cruelty resolution
Leavenworth County commissioners are considering an animal cruelty resolution to ban a practice referred to as "steer tailing" in the county.
Lansing City Council eyes new comp plan
Lansing City Council members reached a consensus at a recent work session that they need a new comprehensive plan.It will become part of the budget discussions this summer, said City Administrator Tim Vandall. Josh Gentzler, director of community and economic development, said he will send out a request for proposal for such a plan.Council member Don Studnicka, the longest-serving council member, remembers all the meetings and community involvement that occurred when the present plan was adopted, about 10 to 12 years ago.
Bobcats continue hot streak on the diamond
Diamonds have been the Bobcats’ best friend this season.The Basehor-Linwood High School softball and baseball teams continued their remarkable spring seasons, sweeping De Soto High School in all three United Kansas Conference games played in Basehor Tuesday afternoon. On the softball diamond, the Bobcats swept their doubleheader, 5-1 and 3-1, over the Wildcats, while the baseball crew used late-game heroics to secure the 1-0 victory.
City approves agreement for intersection project
When they met this week, Leavenworth city commissioners approved an agreement with the Kansas Department of Transportation for a project at 10th Avenue and Limit Street.
Defendant convicted of battering officer
A Leavenworth man has been convicted of battering a law enforcement officer in Tonganoxie, according to a news release from the County Attorney's Office.