A rare glimpse of aurora borealis, or northern lights, in Kansas caught the attention of many locals on Saturday. Late last week, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced a series of coronal mass ejections from the sun would merge and arrive at Earth over the weekend.…
No new information was forthcoming from the communications department of Bechtel, the company responsible for letters sent to landowners regarding the potential development of utility- scale solar projects labeled “Greenleaf” and “Clifton.” The new solar effort was reported in the May 2 edition of…
The non-working siren in Palmer was a topic of discussion at Monday’s Board of County Commission meeting. Commissioner Raleigh Ordoyne read a text he received from a citizen about the Palmer siren not sounding. Emergency Management director Randy Hubbard was asked to update the commissioners on the…
This is the last week of school for local students. All of the schools in the county dismiss for the summer on Thursday or Friday this week.Both Washington County and Clifton-Clyde dismiss for the year at 11:30 on Thursday.Hanover, St. John’s, Linn and Linn Lutheran dismiss for the year at 11:30 on…
Belleville Mayor Adam Robertson admits he is a beacon of optimism when it comes to the city’s future.Last week, he reminded members of the local city council that they should think about where Belleville was, and where they are now headed.“You can either be the last group of bad, or the first group…
It’s been years, maybe decades since anyone has called the second story building above The Krazy Kraken home.A lot of lore surrounds what it was. A flop house. Rooms for rent by the hour. Apartments. There is even one story that claims one of the upstairs apartments was residence in the 1920’s to a…
Portions of Belleville will see an interruption in electricity next week as part of a systems upgrade.According to a news release from the city offices, the municipality is upgrading parts of its electric infrastructure, which will cause electricity to be shut off next Monday and Tuesday, May 13th…
The USD #109 Board of Education wants to give teachers their just due.Superintendent Tami Knedler said USD109 is seeking nominations for the Republic County Teacher of The Year.“We are wanting to honor exemplary teachers who go above and beyond to ensure students are growing and learning,” she said…
K-State Research and Extension news service Storm season can be stressful for many reasons, but for Kansas gardeners, protecting their plants is a priority.With Kansas’ storm season in full swing, Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini has tips on how to protect and recover…
Restoring biodiversity in a home garden or any area can be done by incorporating native plants, said Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini.“They promote biodiversity by limiting the amount of maintenance needed while providing food and housing for wildlife,” Domenghini said…
In most locales, the changing of seasons from spring to summer translates into an abundance of fruits and vegetables.That’s good news for health, but if the wealth of fresh foods is allowed to spoil before they’re eaten, it could cause a pinch in the pocketbook.“Fruits and vegetables are so…
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The Hanover Hospital announced the addition of Dr. Tyler Shriver to the Hanover Hospital family.
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Volunteers are invited to help members and friends of American Legion Post 91 prepare for Washington’s Memorial Day Avenue of Flags at the Washington City…
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Herrs Memory Lane Museum will be open May 24, May 25, and May 27 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It is located at 318 W 2nd St in Washington. Off street parking is on…
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The meeting of the Linn Livewires 4-H Club was held at the Zion Lutheran Church on April 28, 2024. The Flag Salute was lead by Deaglan O’Rourke and 4-H pledge…
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Twin Valley League Meet Thursday, May 9 at Valley HeightsBOYS200 – 6, Huband, WC, 24.31.400 – 6, J. Fahey, CC, 59.31.800 – 3, Begnoche, CC,2:10.53; 5, C. Ohlde…
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There were four TVL records were broken at the meet, including two by Washington County girls and two by Axtell boys.Washington County High School junior Addy…
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District assignments for football have been released for the 2024 and 2025 seasons and there will be a change for a local team.While still playing in 8-man…
Obituaries
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James Eugene Hogan, 68, of Greenleaf, died May 1, 2024, on the Hogan family farm in Kimeo.He was born on Sept. 2, 1955, in Washington. He was the ninth child…
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Karl J. Holsch, 46, died April 20, 2024, at the Washington County Hospital.A funeral service was April 27 at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Washington.…
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Karl J. Holsch, 46, died April 20, 2024, at the Washington County Hospital.Visitation will be Friday, April 26, from 1 to 7 p.m. at Ward Funeral Home in Linn.…
