Payer suggested calling the office at (620) 3648631 to ensure the vaccine is on hand. fry Saturday evening at Rock 4, Udall (24-14) No. BURLINGTON A Mound City man, who was caught on camera burglarizing a Coffey County residence, was recently ordered to serve a prison sentence. Coffey County, a The tournament will be held Tuesday, May 16, and will include two semifinal games and the championship game. my breathing. The show, which premiered in January, 2010, on the History Channel, came to see the Don Oliver collection of rusty gold. The antiques and collectibles have been housed in the yellow shed at the crossroads, south of Lebo. Teams have been seeded and brackets set for this years substate volleyball tournaments. About four years ago, the co-op deployed BURLINGTON Thanks to the Make-a-Wish Foundation, four-year-old Brooklyn K. Barretts dream of going to Disney World was recently fulfilled. According to Terry Young, The holders of all winning tickets must be present to win. Saueressig, County Clerk Angie when one of the boys accidentally Area city, county budget hearing scheduled. 8 seed with a 10-11 record. The board unanimously approved Upon completion of the project, all visitors to the Kansas Statehouse will enter through the new visitors center to access other areas of the building. week. right. 7 and SCC (13-21) No. Coffey County will have new representation in the Kansas Senate and House of Representatives. A three-way to declare a water emergency He was diagnosed with Rhabdoid kidney cancer and his parents were told that tumors would appear on the kidneys and lungs. In the Class 2-1A regional baseball tournament to be held at McDonald Stadium in El Dorado and hosted by Flinthills High School, the Lebo-Waverly Wolfdogs earned the No. the benefits of low rent and little BURLINGTON The Burlington City Council will spend more than a quarter of a million dollars on asphalt street projects this year. The third-place game remains cancelled. BURLINGTON A water watch remains in effect for water customers who get their water from the cities of Burlington, LeRoy, Gridley and New Strawn or Coffey County Rural Water Districts No. it is subject to change and may be updated periodically. BURLINGTON Sunday, Martha Mattox, a resident of Life Care Center of Burlington, celebrated her 105th birthday with friends and family. A citizen of the United States who is 18 years of age or older, or who will be 18 at the next election, must register before he or she can vote. Coffey County Health Department will continue to provide flu vaccine at the office as it is available. The first new event on the schedule will be Wings of Love at 11:30 a.m. inside Kelley Hall. in the presentation were Kansas In both brackets, semifinal games will be held Friday, March 10, and games for third place and the championship will be held Saturday, March 11. One of the most violent killers known to and wanted by Kansas has avoided capture for 28 years. *Ron Estes (Rep) 2,401 546,941, COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE Today, you also begin writing the next chapter, and it will be even bigger, BHS Principal Shawn Thomas told the class. Yurko, a junior, and Young, a The boys bracket also has a state-ranked team in the top position. Prior the fair, find your community spirit with the 12th Annual WildBlue BBQ. Burlington Promotions Committee on Saturday and Sunday. 6 Burlingame at 4 p.m. and No. recently meeting with city officials to discuss how to address blighted properties in the cities and in the county. that will soon be razed. During their regular weekly during the Christmas On Us Burlington Promotions Committee preparing for Taste of Fall Festival. Yes 1,812 5 Madison at 7 p.m. Thursday. 3 seed Rossville (9-7), No. Following a request from Jenny Hageman, the council approved allowing Wolf Creek Nuclear Operating Corporation to reserve Kelley Park and buildings July 13, 14 and 15 for the 13th annual WildBlue BBQ. 4-ranked Labette County (8-0) is seeded No. Present for the meeting were Commissioners Jim Dale, chairman, Don Meats, Fred Rowley, Kenneth Combes and Bob Saueressig, County Clerk Angie Kirchner, County Counselor Christopher Phelan and Administrative Assistant Donna Berland. between Burlington and Chetopa will eventually be displayed at the BURLINGTON For most of us, todays date is just another square on the calendar. Teller in Coffey County embezzled $700,000 from bank. for new board officers. The production Combes and Bob Saueressig, County Clerk Angie Kirchner, County Attorney Christopher Phelan and Administrative Assistant Donna Berland. Because of them our nation lives, because of them we as a nation lives free.. 3 SCC at 5:30 p.m. and No. Board of Trustees and discussed 2 and will play the No. Phil S. Dixon will be speaking Kadyn will represent Coffey County at the 66th annual Regional Spelling Bee March 9 at Newman University, Wichita. Also attending were Superintendent Michael Kastle, Principal J.J. Edwards, board clerk Roxi Newkirk and 10 visitors. BURLINGTON The 137th Coffey County Fair is under a week away, and pre-fair events this week will set the stage for the fair. of fiber on the MT Networks system, But, it didnt make its full wrath known until after the clocks chimed the hour and the new month started. Coffey County Hospital. Jones. She wasnt looking for a job that begins at 8 a.m. and ends at 4 p.m., she knows the three best things about teaching are not June, July and August, and she didnt enter the career for the paycheck. The manufacturer plans TOPEKA (KSNT) A quick moving weather disturbance will bring a round of light freezing rain and light freezing drizzle to the area. to five confined disposal facilities BURLINGTON As many as 14 Coffey County shoppers will be rewarded for shopping locally over the next four weeks. it is free and open to anyone, thanks 5 Lebo at 8:30 p.m. Thursday. For hospitals and health systems are practically open meetings laws. The major activities scheduled for this outage support overall improved plant safety and compliance with industry standards associated with the post-Fukushima recommendations. upkeep in 11 homes owned The semifinal and championship games will be played May 15. (620) 364-5333. David Cooper present. Commissioners attending the regular weekly meeting were Chairman Don Meats, Bob Saueressig, Fred Rowley and Cody Haddock. Girard earned the No. for shopping locally over the University in Fort Hays. school board interviewed four applicants 6, Douglass (7-25) the No. Also in the field are Independence (6-1), Burlington (6-2), Sabetha (5-3), Iola (5-3), Prairie View (0-8) and Rock Creek (0-8). OSAWATOMIE While state lawmakers, officials and educators are still reeling from Fridays court ruling on Kansas latest school funding lawsuit, one thing is clear. 7 in Class 4A Division I, is the No. The winner will play the winner of a gaem between West Franklin and Erie in the semifinal round 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 15, in Burlington. 17 and 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. April 18 before the freedom and pursuit of Fireworks can legally be sold ages. Bill Scott, Stan Luke, Lewis Lenard, Burlington Recreation Center. However, before you think about falling back an hour, you need to think about springing forward as much as two hours, if you plan to mail a letter the same day at your local post office. A story appeared in the July 17 edition of The Republican, and audio files from the debate have been made available below (click to listen). Tom Johnson and Patrol He outlined steps the city must take to successfully refinance the debt. has plans to build a scaled-down version churches to submit information We are eager to fill a need for medical services for our neighbors in Madison, which will then give a boost to services at Coffey County Hospital. The tournament will begin with a 2 p.m. quarterfinal match between Marmaton Valley and St. Paul. Hughes worked at Wolf Creek Generating Station when he became a member of the Burlington Rotary Club about six years ago. BURLINGTON Starting tonight, Revenue losses for the judicial branch left the Kansas judicial branch with a shortfall of $1.4 million. recognized on Lincoln Street along 2019 Updated Burlington Invitational Tournament brackets, Lyon County League tournament begins Monday. Gridley schools. Jeremy Lind, who has served fierce spirit to help others. Under the quiet sod or rolling waves their bodies sleep in peace but their destinies as Veterans and in our memories their souls go marching on. The plant had been producing electricity for four days, following a brief shutdown last week to repair a water leak not associated with any safety systems. BURLINGTON Coffey County Treasurer Karen Maleys request for additional compensation from the motor vehicle fund sparked a 35-minute discussion about her salary when Coffey County Commissioners met Tuesday morning. 2-seeded Anderson County (8-12) and No. 8 MdCV will take on No. ; Wayne Bolen (R), LeRoy Twp. Julie Bull, a lake attendant, counted 600 to 650 kids. BURLINGTON Coffey County Commissioners on Monday approved a special use in the Waverly area, discussed references for two compensation study finalists and heard the county engineers weekly update. meeting with council members Forrest *Peggy L. Mast (Rep) 1,509 3,462 Also reaching the award podium was Brett Bober, who earned a fifth-place medal. For the teams winning championship semifinal games, championship games will be held at 6 p.m. (girls) and 7:30 p.m. (boys). fair in Kansas will begin a since being commissioned on Sept. filing fee Friday, as a Republican candidate The Medal of Honor certificate recognizes Cunningham as a member of a volunteer storming party that made a most gallant assault upon the enemys works., 'Catfish Capital' trophy to be part of display. Council member Jane Griffith was Bowers presented his most recent findings when the Burlington City Council met Wednesday, Jan. 17. Stacker compiled statistics about people in counties looking to buy homes in Coffey County using cross-market demand data from Realtor.com. NEW STRAWN After spending a month attempting to save the public golf course in New Strawn, the New Strawn City Council reversed course and decided not to purchase the golf course, equipment and two-thirds of the building. City closes on building; trash rates going up. 323 and the Legion Auxiliary. Coffey County Kansas Most Wanted. Board lists finalists for superintendent interviews. Board OKs settlement with former employee. the form of two motions that The board approved a three-year night at Kelley Park in front of 2017 Burlington Invitational Tournament Brackets. The Kansas Statehouse is nearing completion after 10 years of restoration. nearly 30 minutes. Long was nominated and selected by peer principals. 2 Burlingame and No. more time covering events and being With the MyAccount feature, you can customize your viewing experience, sign up for notifications, and engage in information you care about. As school begins this week in all BURLINGTON Sixty-four members of the Burlington High School Class of 2013 are starting to write the next chapter of their lives, after receiving their high school diploma during a commencement ceremony Saturday afternoon in the BHS gymnasium. He said he thought I was ready. Braden said he is an avid reader, which is common among spelling champs. Housing and Recreation, Inc. BURLINGTON Coffey County Commissioners on Monday extended the county engineers contract for three years and heard monthly updates from the county health administrator and economic development director. prize Wednesday after receiving his The conversion to Shopko Hometown will include new interior and exterior signage, updated and supplemental fixtures and a new easy to shop store layout. waving flags into the chilly County Commissioners decided to is owned by Cale and Ashley Wright, LeROY A Southern Coffey County High School teacher, Julie Carden, set out to make an impact on her students regarding texting while driving. The tournament will be held Jan. 19, 22 and 23. . BURLINGTON The Burlington City Council last week approved salary and wage increases for city employees and hired an animal control officer. Mayors or county commissioners have been a part of the program for the last 10 years. Lebo student wins Coffey County spelling bee, GRIDLEY Kadyn Speer, an eighth grade student at Lebo Jr./Sr. brought heavy rains and, for Among the schools competing are the Burlington Wildcats and Lady Wildcats in Class 4A Division II, and the Lebo-Waverly Wolfdogs and Lady Wolfdogs in Class 2-1A. Homes Tour, which will be held 3 to wont get there., Board addresses Madison Clinic, leadership. Long was honored for her accomplishments last night at the KAESP Fall Conference held at the DoubleTree in Wichita. Martin was diagnosed five years ago with Friedreichs Ataxia. The tournament will be held at Green Sports Complex in Pratt. Arley was selected for Kylas specific needs. The Dream Factory of Greater Kansas City is footing the bill. High School theatre for five 3 and will play the No. retirement of District Court Judge approved a handful of contracts and sessions, totaling 50 minutes, to discuss a structure fire in bitterly The annual event will feature a variety of entertainment on the main stage, located at Third and Neosho, as well as a variety of activities for all ages. The other four incumbents, all Republicans, also filed by petition. Despite the long history, the Coffey County Fair has struggled in recent years to secure an amusement carnival, with patrons asking why?. the communication network to Productions will provide entertainment Whittington retires from Lyon-Coffey Electric. to fill the unexpired term. Action suspends appointed police chief candidate rejected by council. and Osage counties. The featured event is the parade on Saturday. With the Wildcats 51-22 win against Rossville and 49-24 victory against Mission Valley, Head Coach Doug Vander Linden achieved a rare feat for a wrestling coach his 400th career dual victory. pick up the doctor and a few 126-pound and 132-pound brackets, R - Randy Rogers - 1,347 to utilize what space we have, Tickets are $3 for adults, $2 for seniors and $1 for all students. Council President Lewis Lenard presided at the 28-minute meeting Wednesday, March 1, in the absence of Mayor Stan match the $1,000 prizes with a $1,000 BURLINGTON After reviewing a six-page memorandum prepared by Coffey County Treasurer Karen Maley and meeting in three executive sessions, Coffey County Commissioners on Monday unanimously decided to adjust Maleys salary from $62,588 to $50,000 as compensation for her county-related duties, despite Maleys recommendation to leave her salary unchanged. going into service, John Redmond Candidates were asked: wind farm was built. Troop 139 arrived at Spanish Peaks Scout Ranch Sunday, June 16. more than 120 people attended a catfish He opened the ceremony by reading these words, As our nation assembles on this a sacred day, let us each one pledge ourselves to never forget the sacrifice of those who lay in heroes graves. The company will build the facility on 300 acres at the Silicon Prairie Industrial TOPEKA, Kan. A company known for protecting electronic devices from destructive magnetic pulses Monday unveiled plans to invest $1.9 billion in a computer chip manufacturing facility in Burlington capable of employing an estimated 1,200 people when fully operational. 1 seed with a 23-9 record, Humboldt (18-14) is the No. Sheriff's Race - 38-21, 36.8MB (approx. Against Wheatland-Grinnell in the title game, the Lady Bulldogs built an early lead, going up 14-6 in the first quarter. County Commissioners stands behind and Hartford Jaguars were all scheduled 5, and 4 p.m. Saturday. Since then, KDHE and local partners have been working to discover the cause. Storms last Thursday dumped Financial 1 seed with a 15-5 record. all day Saturday, as the town the Osage County line south author with Harlequin has been were also watching for the risk while. EMP Shield will COFFEY COUNTY, Kan. Governor Laura Kelly on Monday announced that EMP Shield, an industry leader in protecting electronic devices from destructive magnetic pulses, plans to invest $1.9 billion in a computer chip manufacturing facility in Burlington. churches shared their plans An investigation conducted by OSHA staff in Kansas City, Mo., found that Enercon wrongfully terminated a senior engineer for raising safety concerns during construction projects Enercon Services was part of at the Wolf Creek Generating Station, a licensee of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. 12, 14, 15 and 21 for interviews LeROY Korey and Lacy Lankton are hoping their new two-year-old female yellow Labrador, Arley, will be more than a companion to their 7-year-old daughter, Kyla. The GPS allows His cremated remains are buried in the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, Honolulu, Hawaii. The store will be closed for one week until the first department, consumables, is converted. project to be completed. 410 Juniatta Street, Burlington, KS 66839-1516. The trophy was left 7 in Class 4A Division II, is the No. 2019 Girls' Burlington Invitational Tournament field Dist. working with the city to determine Make plans to attend the 36th annual Only two cities in Coffey County will have public fireworks displays to celebrate Independence Day, and both displays will be held on Saturday, July 6. Chetopa is located several miles from the Kansas-Oklahoma border. However, it can be fatal to infants, and thats why we try to be aggressive in our investigations.. BURLINGTON The City of Burlington could save approximately $428,000 over the next 13 years by refinancing three outstanding state loans. Ive been writing off and on for about publishes series romance and womens 5 seed Prairie View (8-8), No. excluding the Olpe schools. to discuss attorney-client meeting on Monday. Harvest Day celebrating '25 Years of Memories'. Fogger, who served in Iraq, told the audience of his time spent in the Iraqi desert, recalling how he and other soldiers carried 80 pounds of equipment, how it was hot, with temperatures reaching as high as 137 degrees and how all you saw was brown ground and blue sky. We are so thankful that God continues to work in it.. Good luck, Jaguars, Wolves, Titans and Bulldogs! Former CEO Randy Lindauer submitted his resignation to the board during its March 16 meeting. Chairman, vice chairman resign from board. Dole has scheduled town hall TOPEKA Coffey County is among 82 Kansas counties declared federal disaster areas by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), making agricultural producers eligible for disaster assistance programs. The average city mill levy in Coffey County will be 38.446 in 2014. While the lines were being recorded, it appeared that no one monitored or listened to any of the recordings. Students in grades 3-8 from 21 schools competed in five individual and two tournament events; 88 teams competed. Board Clerk Tracey Splechter, at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 9, at Shannon Ralph stressed 4 seed with an 8-8 record, while the Southern Lyon County Baseball Team received the No. A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY is in effect for the following counties: Anderson, Coffey, Douglas, Franklin, Jefferson, Lyon, Morris, Osage, Shawnee, and Wabaunsee counties until 10 p.m. tonight. TOPEKA Drought conditions continue to intensify for Kansas which led Governor Sam Brownback to update the Drought Declaration for Kansas counties with an Executive Order 12-08 Tuesday. office), 110 S. Sixth, Burlington. She was born Oct. 28, 1908, near Carlton. 1 Olpe and No. He will replace Jenifer Holderman, who has served in the position since April 28, 2008. Hevel coached 1,006 basketball games and ends his basketball coaching career with 652 wins and 354 losses. Cross-market demand statistics are as of Q4 2022. Read the story | Subscribe, BURLINGTON The hiring of a new high school principal topped a long list of personnel-related items handled by the Burlington USD 244 Board of Education Monday night. There will be a registration fee assessed per team. Mattox, who is in good health and takes no medicine, has outlived most of her family. Coffey County Council for the Arts, *Derek Schmidt (Rep) 2538 540,053, STATE TREASURER 1 seed with a 23-8 record. only drive to or from farm jobs, employment 620.364.8910. 3 Lebo and No. of buses and vehicles. Candidates for Burlington City Council must file at Burlington City Hall, 301 Neosho. Harvey County, Kansas. Coffey County Attorney Christopher Phelan filed four criminal charges Thursday against John Scott Massoth, 53, Burlington. 6 seed with a 4-12 record. to the monetary donations and volunteer history lovers in Coffey County June 8 meeting were Jeff Finlayson, award, along with Undersheriff Cammy Onek, who was hired last Murray and Hammond were winners of the two $1,000 grand prizes at the giveaway, held 5:30 p.m. in the Burlington High School gym. In the boys bracket, the Hartford Jaguars are seeded No. said Grant Wilson, EDP Renewable The final round of games will be held Saturday, Jan. 27. Petition seeks vote on more USD 244 taxing authority. They also approved an amendment to the countys nepotism policy, which had been discussed last week. New Strawn woman shares Boston Marathon experience. Including parents, approximately 1,100 people attended this years event. Reading, is running 7128850, also from Hoovers Thriftway, went unclaimed. A great way to get into the Christmas spirit is to make plans to attend the 33rd annual Christmas Craft Festival Nov. 17 in Burlington. Board rejects motion to renew Supt. Library Branch Hours. Present for the regular weekly When Jacob, who was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes, and his parents filled out the dream request last fall, Jacob said his first dream was to cure diabetes, Dream Manager Ralph Turec said. The girls' semifinal games will be held Thursday, March 2, with Chetopa (9-11) playing Olpe (19-1) at 6 p.m. and Lebo (14-6) playing St. Paul (17-2) at 7:30 p.m. begin at 8 a.m. WAVERLY The Ad Astra Wind First Christian Church celebrating 150th anniversary, LeROY The congregation at First Christian Church of LeRoy will celebrate the churchs 150th anniversary Sunday. He and his mother Governing body present for the regular meeting were Mayor Gene Merry and council members Stan Luke, Lewis Lenard, Jane Griffith, Forrest Rhodes and Jerilyn Curtiss. 4 and will play fifth-seeded Scott Community (13-9) in the quarterfinal round at 8:15 p.m. Thursday, March 9. teacher. which operates Gods Storehouse in Burlington. In both brackets, semifinal games will be held Friday, March 10, and games for third place and the championship will be held Saturday, March 11. 3-seeded Olpe at 5:30 p.m. Monday. The GPS system OK Kids event will be the place to The event is one of the father, Jerame Hugunin. as 14 Coffey County shoppers They have contributed to the leadership of the community by serving on boards and committees at the city and county level, including Boy Scouts and the United Methodist Church. at 7 a.m. in front of the fire station, Kansas state courtsincluding district courts, the Court of Appeals, and the Supreme Courtprovide the people of Kansas a venue to resolve disputes through a legal process by interpreting and applying the law and by determining which laws are unconstitutional. Hevel spent 43 years of his storied 46-year teaching and coaching career at Waverly. rooms at Wolf Creek Generating Station Among the schools competing are Lebo, Southern Coffey County and Waverly in Class 1A Division I and Hartford in Class 1A Division II. years ago. The sentences are to be served consecutively in the Kansas Department of Corrections for a total of 125 months. We will be giving people what they need and want., School district budget hearings begin Monday. The Lebo Wolves are seeded No. members Shane Fejfar, V.C. More than $1,660 was raised last weekend at a new event in Coffey County called Give the Dog a Home., Brooklyn's dream comes true at Disney World. Coffey County Commissioners have proclaimed April 1116 as Cleanup Week in Coffey County. all day and form the program, President or even slightly wet, his old chair The council also scheduled a public hearing regarding the amendment of the citys zoning regulations. BURLINGTON Personnel A high school coach for the better portion of four decades, Freeman claimed eight state football championships and two state track championships. held Tuesday, Aug. 2, if needed, annually by Lyon-Coffey Electric We take our responsibility to maintain nuclear safety seriously. Coffey County Fair, which will kick-off Waverly played in a Class 1A Division II tournament at Melvern. He heard good things and decided to apply for the Burlington USD 244 superintendent opening. where 88 flu shots were given. Candidates for city offices are featured in todays newspaper. and dedication to the SRO program. the meeting by calling 1-888-324-3612 and However, the 11-year-old Burlington boy received an even bigger reason to celebrate when he was selected as the Most Inspirational Athlete, from nearly 1,400 athletes. The Coffey County Republican Central Committee selected Phelan from a BURLINGTON A Burlington man who was illegally selling opioids will spend 4 years in prison. high water levels in one of the four moved to Lebo eight years Bowie used the occasion to tell about himself. #12. Present for the regular weekly meeting were Commissioners Jim Dale, chairman, Don Meats, Fred Rowley, Kenneth Combs and Bob Saueressig, Payroll/Benefits Coordinator Denise Humlicek, County Counselor Christopher Phelan and Administrative Assistant Donna Berland.