Leavenworth presents State of the City
The city of Leavenworth had its inaugural State of the City address this week.
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Mowing provides a much-needed break from digital overload
How Do I Love Mowing? Let Me Count the Ways. I'm not just ripping off an Elizabeth Barrett Browning sonnet, I actually mean it.
Lansing board approves certification to U.S. Department of Education
Lansing Board of Education members have authorized the signing of a form certifying to the U.S. Department of Education that the district is complying with its obligations under federal law.
Comedy slated to begin this weekend at community theater
An evening of comedy is in store as the production of the comedy “Moon Over Buffalo” starts this weekend at the Performing Arts Center, 500 Delaware St.The 1995 play by Ken Ludwig centers around the characters George and Charlotte Hay, who run an ailing repertory theater in Buffalo, New York. George is satisfied with stage acting while Charlotte would love to break into film.
Leavenworth man now facing child pornography charge
A Leavenworth man who recently was arrested in Atchison for an alleged rape is now also facing a child pornography charge, according to online court records.
Tonganoxie to host inclusive event on Saturday
Tonganoxie High School will host a multi-faceted Special Olympics Kansas Unified Champion Schools event Saturday featuring four programs: the Unified Soccer Tournament, Unified Esports Tournament, Young Athletes Festival and Cool School Plunge. The all-day celebration of unity, competition and fun will bring together hundreds of students, educators, families and community members from across eastern Kansas.At the heart of the day’s events are the tournaments for Unified Soccer and Unified Esports, in which students with and without intellectual disabilities will compete side-by-side as teammates.
Legislators prepare for veto session
The Kansas Legislature is in recess. But lawmakers are scheduled to return to Topeka next week to wrap up the 2025 session with a three-day veto session.
Hey, Kansas neighbors! Have you seen our elected officials anywhere?
This past decade or so, I have considered myself an increasingly engaged voter in Kansas. I work in education and have lived in this area for more than 20 years.
Former Basehor-Linwood gymnast wins national collegiate title
Former Basehor-Linwood gymnast Raina Christenson is a national champion and All-American.The sophomore gymnast and her University of Wisconsin-La Crosse squad earned the overall team title at the March 22 National Collegiate Gymnastics Association Championship at Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, Minnesota.
County votes to remove High Prairie from fire district
County commissioners approved a resolution Wednesday to remove High Prairie Township from Leavenworth County Fire District No. 1.