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Four Chieftains qualify for state track
THS girls go 1-2 in high jump, long jump
May 17, 2013
Four Tonganoxie High athletes qualified for next week’s state track and field meet in Class 4A regional action Friday at Baker University’s Liston Stadium.
Kansas Attorney General taking over prosecution in Ottawa homicide case
May 17, 2013
Prosecutors from the Kansas Attorney General’s office have taken on the lead role in the capital murder case stemming from the quadruple homicides discovered at a property in rural Ottawa last week.
Senate approves bill banning use of tax dollars to advocate for gun control
May 17, 2013
The Kansas Senate on Friday approved a measure that prohibits the use of state tax dollars to advocate for gun control at the local, state or federal levels.
Legislative negotiations break down amid Republican in-fighting
May 17, 2013
Budget and tax negotiations broke down in the Legislature on Friday, prompting another round of Republican in-fighting before legislators went home, guaranteeing that the wrap-up session would extend into another week.
Dent to continue wrestling career at Midland
May 17, 2013
After three years of waiting, Tonganoxie High senior Gus Dent made the most of his only varsity wrestling season. Dent’s hard work and determination led to plenty of success in 2012-13, and the benefits are still rolling in.
Chieftain soccer defeats Sumner for regional title
THS will play Tuesday at Spring Hill
08:52 p.m., May 16, 2013 Updated 09:48 p.m.
Before Tonganoxie’s Class 4-1A regional championship game against Sumner Academy, Molly Welsh made a promise to a former teammate. With one swing of the leg, the Chieftain senior made good on that promise and provided her team with a much-needed spark.
Higher education officials say concealed carry on campus probably inevitable in the future
May 16, 2013
Topeka — The Kansas Board of Regents is expected to adopt a temporary resolution to keep in place the current no-weapons policy at the state universities, including Kansas University.
Father of slain toddler grieves in Missouri jail
May 16, 2013
Father to serve time in Missouri for burglary conviction
Springdale News
May 15, 2013
Judy Sloan, Evelyn Schwinn and Maxine Tucker met at the home of Eugene and Eileen Kramer in Leavenworth to prepare letters to the members of the Easton Rural High School Alumni Association for their upcoming reunion.
McLouth Happenings
May 15, 2013
Mark your calendars. Enjoy a full day of family fun Saturday, June 1, at McLouth’s 22nd Annual BBQ Blowout — “Northeast Kansas State BBQ Championship” — sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbecue Society, at Prairie Park on the west edge of McLouth. Visit with approximately 40 BBQ teams competing for trophies and prize money.
Jarbalo Jottings
May 15, 2013
There will be a memorial service at 2:30 p.m. May 19 at Eagle Cemetery. Another memorial service will take place at 2 p.m. May 26 at Fall Creek Cemetery.
Remember when: A community review of Tonganoxie
May 15, 2013
During more than 30 years, Karen Daniels has watched people come and go from city hall — 40 city council members and six mayors, including the current council. But this week, it is the long-time municipal court clerk who is heading out the door at 321 Delaware St. Today is Daniels’ final day as a city employee. She is retiring from her position after 30 years and four months.
Tonganoxie , McLouth seniors to graduate Saturday
May 15, 2013
The Classes of 2013 at Tonganoxie High School and McLouth High School soon will have their diplomas.
City Council approves salary increase for city administrator
May 15, 2013
Tonganoxie City Administrator Nathan McCommon’s contract has been renewed with about a 14 percent pay increase.
Taking Center Stage
Tonganoxie High School forensics team brings home another trophy
May 15, 2013
Anyone who drives through Tonganoxie along U.S. Highway 24-40 from the south vividly can see the success the Tonganoxie High School debate team has enjoyed through the years.
Dog treat business booming for students with special needs
May 15, 2013
Peanut butter, banana, pumpkin banana and cheesy garlic are some popular flavors Tonganoxie special education students are whipping up these days.
Retiring Tonganoxie USD 464 educators to be honored
May 15, 2013
Tonganoxie Education Association and Tonganoxie USD 464 will have a retirement honoring several people in the school district.
Nursing Center celebrating National Nursing Home Week
03:27 p.m., May 15, 2013 Updated 03:27 p.m.
Tonganoxie Nursing Center will be celebrating National Nursing Home Week with activities today.
SETTING THE BAR HIGH: Whitledge, Griffin evolve into dynamic high jump duo
Teammates eye third regional sweep, return to state
May 15, 2013
Since first joining the Tonganoxie High track and field team, Jenny Whitledge has made one thing absolutely clear: Whenever she sets foot on a high jump pit, a gold medal is on the line.
Chieftain soccer blanks Maranatha in regional opener
THS will play Thursday at Sumner
11:40 a.m., May 15, 2013 Updated 01:21 p.m.
The Tonganoxie High girls soccer team opened a 3-0 halftime lead and cruised to a 5-0 win in its regional opener Tuesday against Maranatha Christian Academy.

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