• Members of the Young Historians give performances and readings as part of a program they presented at the La Cygne Library on Friday, July 31.

  • This week’s Out on the Gravel submission, a beautiful sunset caught through roadside bramble, comes from Jessey Russell. If you have a photo you would like to share with our readers for Out on the Gravel, send it to Barbara at linncountynewsreporter@gmail.com

  • Heidie Freeman wins the Rookie heat at this year’s demo derby, held on Saturday evening at the Linn County Fairgrounds.

  • This year the Linn County Fair and Rodeo Queen, Chloe Riley, set a sales record with $28,579 in advance tickets sold. Left to right: Tegan Harris, Alyssa Daza, Chloe Riley, and Kylie Freeman.

  • Jennifer Hughes captured this beautiful, full rainbow photo from her yard on July 18. If you have a photo you would like to share for Out on the Gravel, please send it to Barbara at linncountynewsreporter@gmail.com

  • Kruze McKee accessorized his outfit in Buymanship for the 4-H Style Revue on Saturday, July 25, with a bubble gun and a hand-held American flag, which went well with his patriotic colored summer look.

  • This gorgeous shot was captured by Mathew Clark on the morning of our nations 250th birthday. If you have a photo you would like to share for Out on the Gravel - of anything from your dog to local farmers working field - send it to Barbara at linncountynewsreporter@gmail,com.

  • Linn County Democrats gathered at the Pleasanton Community Center on Sunday, July 19, for their annual picnic carry-in dinner. Several candidates for election were also in attendance.

  • Pleasanton city fire personnel were on hand at Stegge Lake on Saturday afternoon offering kids a chance to cool down with water spray and popsicles. Kids enjoyed their frozen treats in the pavilion as firefighters readied the spray for the cool down.

  • This week’s Out on the Gravel submission comes from Janet Reese who recently caught this gorgeous blaze of color while looking westward from Ransom Road near La Cygne. If you have a photo you would like to share with us for Out on the Gravel, please send it to Barbara at linncountynewsreporter@gmail.com.

NEWS

Pleasanton Council opts to begin paving streets

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In a 5-0 approved motion Monday night, the Pleasanton Council approved using $150,000 from the Special Street Improvement fund to begin paving streets on the east side of the city, plus other targeted streets. Councilman Kenny Stark opened the conversation about paving, stating... [More]

Top PRCA official to attend Linn County Rodeo

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MOUND CITY - Steve Knowles, Director of Rodeo Administration for the Colorado Springs based PRCA, will be attending the Linn County Fair & Rodeo on Saturday, Aug. 8 to present the 75th anniversary plaque.  “We were pleasantly surprised when we received the notice... [More]

Voluntary contribution noted in open session

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During the meeting of the Linn County Commissioners on July 27, Barry Matchett, a representative of Clearway Energy, spoke to commissioners in regards to the proposed two-mile section of transmission lines that would begin at the state line and proceed to the generating station... [More]

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SPORTS

Annual Demo Derby kicks off the Linn County Fair and Rodeo

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The Linn County Fair and Rodeo kicked off this year with the annual demo derby on the evening of Aug. 1.  Per tradition, the event began with the crowning of the Linn County Fair and Rodeo Queen. There were four contestants this year and Chloe Riley became the queen with... [More]

Linn County well represented in 2026 National High School Finals Rodeo

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Linn County was well represented at the 2026 National High School Finals Rodeo as three of the four tie-down ropers to represent Kansas were from Linn County. The National High School Finals Rodeo took place in Lincoln, Neb. from July 19-25. The rodeo features 13 events that... [More]

A day of fun and records

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Earlier this week my family and I went to see the Royals play on July 22. Now it had been many years since we went to see a Royals game, the last time we went was when my oldest son, Daniel, was under a year old, he’s 15 now. Overall, it was a good experience. We ate... [More]

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COMMUNITY

America 250: The American Revolution The Founding Fathers

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The Founding Fathers were important in the creation of our nation. They helped contribute to founding documents such as The Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Articles of Confederation. They also contributed to many boycotts, like the Boston Tea Party. They were also... [More]

Janet Reynolds: Library, History, and Public Service

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Visiting the library is always a fun adventure, especially if you go to La Cygne’s public library. Local librarian, Janet Reynolds has distinguished herself in not just running the library but also by volunteering in her community.  Reynolds was born in Linn County,... [More]

Mayor Potter opens up about his plans for Linn Valley

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Six months into his term as mayor of Linn Valley, Lister Potter Jr. is focused on increasing transparency, improving infrastructure and preserving the qualities that make the small community unique. Potter’s journey to Linn Valley began in Pleasanton, where he lived before... [More]

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