Opinion

To the editor:I am voting for Amy Cawvey for USD 469 Lansing board, and here is why.She’s the most trained on school board responsibilities of… Login to continue reading Login…

It’s that time of the year again when some folks will be attempting to heat their homes with firewood, also known as fuelwood. You can… Login to continue reading Login…

To the editor:As this vital election approaches, I feel a deep sense of responsibility to address the values and priorities that define our community — and our future. At the heart of this is our collective duty to protect the well-being of our children and uphold the principles that have guided Lansing for generations.

To the editor:The primary reason for property tax increases in Leavenworth County is local spending. The more that elected officials choose to spend on providing necessary services, the more they must tax.For example, Leavenworth County’s proposed 2026 budget (net of transfers and non-budgeted funds) is up 54% over the last five years, while inflation plus population is just 34% higher.

To the editor:As a taxpayer and voter, it is so easy to get caught up in talking points and political promises of candidates in this… Login to continue reading Login…

To the editor:As a Leavenworth resident and state representative, I’ve spent years fighting for fiscal discipline, economic growth and educational excellence across Leavenworth County. My… Login to continue reading Login…