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What are your impressions of Tonganoxie Water Park?

Response Percent
It’s OK, but it’s not what I expected
 
32%
Haven’t been there yet, but hope to attend soon
 
28%
I miss Chief Tonganoxie Pool
 
15%
A gem of a park with amazing bells and whistles
 
15%
It’s the best water park in the area
 
8%
Total 46
Note: This is not a scientific poll. Vote
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Tonganoxie damaged after Wednesday’s storm
July 3, 2008
Wednesday night’s storm knocked down trees and shut off power to some residents in the city. But for Sylvia Kessinger, owner of Kessinger Real Estate, the true extent of the damage wasn’t seen until Thursday morning.
Storm causes downed tree limb, power line to ignite
11:13 p.m., July 2, 2008 Updated 11:35 p.m.
Tonganoxie firefighters were busy Wednesday night monitoring a downed power lines that eventually were draped over a truck near Pleasant and Laughlin streets.
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.
Mark moving on after 16 years serving TRC
July 2, 2008
Ken Mark has seen a lot of changes in the time he’s been with the Tonganoxie Recreation Commission.
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.
Kaboom! Sellers open stands for local firework enthusiasts
July 2, 2008
The Fourth of July holiday is near and, in addition to the distant cracks and bangs that can periodically be heard around Tonganoxie this week, fireworks stands are popping up in and outside city limits, too.
Blake the bookworm
Tonganoxie youth has read 700 books — and he likes to play baseball, too
July 2, 2008
Blake Phillips’ favorite book is “Ricky Ricotta’s Giant Robot.”
Swimmers gush about new venue
Tonganoxie water park officially open for business
July 2, 2008
Tonganoxie residents can finally get their swimming suits out of the closet because the Tonganoxie Water Park is now open.
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.”
School nutrition pro completes 90 hours of state program
July 2, 2008
More than 400 school nutrition professionals have participated in the Professional Recognition Program sponsored by Child Nutrition & Wellness, Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE).
Aunt Norie’s Sewing Room
July 2, 2008
A hint from Gen R. this morning: “I hit on a good one the other day, I tried it, it worked,” she said. “I’d like to share it with your readers.”
Springdale News
July 2, 2008
John and Cora Moses of Springdale celebrated their 42nd wedding anniversary recently at On The Border restaurant in Lawrence.
2008 THS grad scholarships
July 2, 2008
THS scholarship recipients
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.
Board approves year-end bills, new hires
July 2, 2008
The Tonganoxie School Board met Thursday for a special session to discuss year-end items, and to approve hirings and resignations.
McLouth will have bigger bang for this year’s 4th of July
July 2, 2008
The Fourth of July fireworks display will have a larger multi-shot finale this year in McLouth.
Library Corner
July 2, 2008
Do you remember the Festival of Mini Trees or the time when Tonganoxie’s Library was rated a major service center 1?
Pleasant Street returning to normalcy after months of construction
July 2, 2008
Soon life will be returning back to normal for residents along Pleasant Street.

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