Also from July 2
Births
- Scott and Carly Hughes, Shawnee, announce the birth of their son, Peyton Scott Hughes, born March 28, 2008, at Shawnee Mission Hospital. Maternal grandparents are Ray and Janice Chandler, Shawnee. Paternal grandparents are Steve and Vickie Hughes, Tonganoxie. Great-grandparents are Harriett Mark, Tonganoxie, Lee Roy Becker, McPherson, and Marge Barden, Overland Park.
- Lance Corporal Shane Gober and Rebecca Gober announce the birth of their son, Zaryan Isaiah Gober, born May 25 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital. Zaryan weighed 7 pounds and was 19 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Mike and Susan Weston of Tonganoxie. Paternal grandparents are Terry Gober of Linwood and Robin Denham of Oceanside, Calif.
- Teresa LeAnne Neis, Eudora, and Michael John Gratton, Tonganoxie, announce the birth of their son Benjamin Michael Gratton, born March 26, 2008 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital. Maternal grandparents are Gregory and Kim Neis, Eudora. Paternal grandparents are Steve and Julie Gratton, Tonganoxie, and Edward and Linda Klinkenberg, Leavenworth.
Obituaries
Photo galleries
Polls
What are your impressions of Tonganoxie Water Park?
| Response | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Haven’t been there yet, but hope to attend soon | 31% | |
| It’s OK, but it’s not what I expected | 31% | |
| A gem of a park with amazing bells and whistles | 19% | |
| I miss Chief Tonganoxie Pool | 9% | |
| It’s the best water park in the area | 6% | |
| Total | 72 | |
Videos
Lead stories
12:00 a.m.
- Swimmers gush about new venue
- July 2, 2008 in print edition on 1A
- Tonganoxie residents can finally get their swimming suits out of the closet because the Tonganoxie Water Park is now open.
11:22 p.m.
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.
All stories
- 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.
- 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 in print edition on A1
- Tonganoxie residents can finally get their swimming suits out of the closet because the Tonganoxie Water Park is now open.
- Leavenworth County announces hiring freezes
- July 2, 2008 in print edition on A7
- 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.
- Flourishing county businesses honored by LCDC
- July 2, 2008 in print edition on A6
- 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.
- Kaboom! Sellers open stands for local firework enthusiasts
- July 2, 2008 in print edition on A1
- 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.
- Mark moving on after 16 years serving TRC
- July 2, 2008 in print edition on A6
- Ken Mark has seen a lot of changes in the time he’s been with the Tonganoxie Recreation Commission.
- Tick season in full swing
- July 2, 2008 in print edition on A10
- For something so tiny, ticks can pack a mean punch.
- Candidate Profile: Todd Thompson
- July 2, 2008 in print edition on A2
- Todd Thompson, one of two Republican candidates for Leavenworth County Attorney says, “It’s time for change.”
- Ted Ingerson candidate questionnaire responses
- July 2, 2008
- Ted Ingerson is running for 42nd District Kansas State Representative
- New bank celebrates KCK grand opening
- July 2, 2008 in print edition on A5
- Although it has been open since mid-May, the newest branch of First State Bank and Trust celebrated its grand opening last week.
- Pastor’s Corner
- July 2, 2008 in print edition on A2
- Friday is Independence Day and one of the freedoms that I most cherish is the freedom to worship as God leads us.
- Leavenworth County United Way meets
- July 2, 2008 in print edition on A2
- 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.
- Our view
- Celebrate July 4 the right way
- July 2, 2008 in print edition on A4
- Fireworks, food, fun.
- County 4-H campers help out, learn about citizenship
- July 2, 2008 in print edition on A7
- One hundred six Leavenworth County 4-H members and friends recently attended 4-H County Camp at the Rock Springs 4-H Center.
- Pleasant Street returning to normalcy after months of construction
- July 2, 2008 in print edition on A7
- Soon life will be returning back to normal for residents along Pleasant Street.
- Library Corner
- July 2, 2008 in print edition on A7
- Do you remember the Festival of Mini Trees or the time when Tonganoxie’s Library was rated a major service center 1?
- McLouth will have bigger bang for this year’s 4th of July
- July 2, 2008 in print edition on A8
- The Fourth of July fireworks display will have a larger multi-shot finale this year in McLouth.
- 2008 THS grad scholarships
- July 2, 2008 in print edition on A9
- THS scholarship recipients
- Springdale News
- July 2, 2008 in print edition on A9
- John and Cora Moses of Springdale celebrated their 42nd wedding anniversary recently at On The Border restaurant in Lawrence.
- Aunt Norie’s Sewing Room
- July 2, 2008 in print edition on A9
- 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.”
- School nutrition pro completes 90 hours of state program
- July 2, 2008 in print edition on A10
- More than 400 school nutrition professionals have participated in the Professional Recognition Program sponsored by Child Nutrition & Wellness, Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE).
- Mother reviews life lessons as daughter begins college life
- July 2, 2008 in print edition on A7
- It’s official. : I’ve entered a new phase of life as the parent of a high school graduate and college-bound student.
- Chaotic stability
- Briefly being a boomerang girl
- July 2, 2008 in print edition on A4
- I hate to admit it, but I’m a boomerang kid.
- 997 county veterans yet to claim stimulus checks
- July 2, 2008 in print edition on A8
- 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.
- Todd Thompson candidate questionnaire responses
- July 2, 2008
- Todd Thompson is running for Leavenworth County Attorney
- Candidate Profile: Ted Ingerson
- July 2, 2008 in print edition on A2
- 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.
- Oskaloosa teacher gets truck tricked out
- July 2, 2008 in print edition on A10
- An Oskaloosa man got a makeover - on his tractor-trailer.
- 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.
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What’s the best way to spend a snow day?
Shovel your driveway and paths, check neighbors’ driveways and then grab all your closest little ones and find the biggest sledding hill. Snowmen also are a must. Snow days are a great time to catch up on missed shows and much-needed rest. I love snowdays, they haven’t changed one bit even as an adult, although I am sure not all working adults can say that, but I am happy I can. I was excited to see the snowmen and other snow sculptures throughout the Lawrence and Kansas City metro areas.
