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Judge’s lawyer requests extension to respond to sexual misconduct allegations
06:13 p.m., July 2, 2008 Updated 07:15 p.m.
The attorney for a Leavenworth County District Court judge facing an official inquiry into allegations of sexual misconduct against a former staff member is requesting a 30-day extension to respond to the claims.
Flourishing county businesses honored by LCDC
July 2, 2008
Business and government leaders from across Leavenworth County paid tribute last week to more than a dozen locally owned businesses that have made a difference in the area’s economic climate.
Leavenworth County announces hiring freezes
July 2, 2008
With budget-setting season in full swing and with drastically increased costs of fuel and petroleum-related goods this year, Leavenworth County Commissioners, on Thursday, announced a hiring freeze for all non-public safety positions in county government.
Tick season in full swing
July 2, 2008
For something so tiny, ticks can pack a mean punch.
Candidate Profile
Todd Thompson
July 2, 2008
Todd Thompson, one of two Republican candidates for Leavenworth County Attorney says, “It’s time for change.”
997 county veterans yet to claim stimulus checks
July 2, 2008
The Internal Revenue Service is launching a summer push to reach military retirees and disabled veterans who have yet to file for their economic stimulus payments, a spokesman with the IRS in Kansas and Missouri said in a press release Monday.
Leavenworth County United Way meets
July 2, 2008
The United Way of Leavenworth County held its 52nd Annual Meeting on April 28 at the Riverfront Community Center. Among the activities at the meeting was the election of new members and officers to the board of directors.
Todd Thompson
July 2, 2008
Name: Todd Thompson Place of residence: Leavenworth Birthdate: Oct. 13, 1975
Ted Ingerson
July 2, 2008
Name: Ted Ingerson Place of Residence: Rural Tonganoxie Birthdate: Sept. 22, 1959
Candidate Profile
Ted Ingerson
July 2, 2008
Rural Tonganoxie resident and Republican candidate for the Kansas House of Representatives 42nd District Ted Ingerson wants “to be a part of the legislative process” for several reasons.
Fun and basketball
Jayhawks make camp memorable at BLHS
12:00 a.m., July 1, 2008 Updated 11:15 p.m.
There are certain things a parent can tell their up-and-coming athlete without the message fully sinking in.
Judge accused of sexual misconduct
03:21 p.m., June 30, 2008 Updated 12:00 a.m.
Leavenworth County District Court Judge Frederick N. Stewart faces an official inquiry into allegations of sexual misconduct involving a member of his staff.
Leavenworth County Commission agenda, week of June 30-July 4
June 27, 2008
The agenda for the Leavenworth County Commission has been released for the week of June 30.
County hiring freeze is in effect
Commissioners point to rising fuel costs as reasoning for the halt in new jobs
June 27, 2008
With budget-setting season in full swing and with drastically increased costs of fuel and petroleum-related goods this year, Leavenworth County Commissioners on Thursday announced a hiring freeze for all non-public safety positions in county government.
Project envisions transit system of future for western Wyandotte County
Automated vehicles would lessen need for parking spaces
June 26, 2008
A theoretical exercise that envisions a futuristic transit system for Western Wyandotte County kicked off Thursday.
Ready for a bang? City lists fireworks rules
June 26, 2008
The city of Lansing will allow the discharging of fireworks within city limits from June 30 through July 5.
City sets fireworks show
June 26, 2008
he skies over Lansing will be filled with fireworks the night of Friday, July 4, when the city of Lansing presents the 8th Annual Fourth of July Celebration.
Rockhurst lists Leavenworth County graduates
June 26, 2008
Several Leavenworth County residents were among the more than 750 students eligible to receive degrees from Rockhurst University at its 88th annual commencement May 17 at Municipal Auditorium in Kansas City, Mo.
Connie O’Brien
June 26, 2008
Name: Connie O’Brien
Casino hopefuls put up millions in ‘privilege fees’
June 26, 2008
All five developers seeking to become lottery gaming facility managers in Wyandotte County have paid their $25 million “privilege fees” to the state to keep their applications in the running.

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