Jermaine Wilson’s inspiring story follows his path of rebellion to redemption by Peggy Bair On Saturday, November 7, from inside the walls of the former Kansas State Penitentiary, former Leavenworth Mayor Jermaine Wilson will be signing copies of his book, From Lawbreaker to Lawmaker. The book took years to complete but the result is worth the wait and the effort. Wilson’s deeply personal story doesn’t … Continue reading From Lawbreaker to Lawmaker
Small business highlight from downtown Leavenworth, KS by Peggy Bair Continue reading ACME Shoe & Boot
Leavenworth Assistance Center, Inc. distributes funds by Peggy Bair Four Leavenworth charities were surprised with large donations Monday as the dissolved Leavenworth Assistance Center, Inc. took the final steps of transferring its donation funds of nearly $1 million. The LAC director Rose White and president Joseph Dressler made the rounds with each of the non-profit recipients, careful to guard the amount of the donation until … Continue reading Large Donations to Local Charities
Rescued Animals Spay/Neuter Procedures Needed UPDATED 2 p.m. Nov. 26, 2025 which include additional links regarding Amanda Fleer’s previous activity in Pennsylvania By Peggy Bair A black poodle named Zelda may have become the unsung hero in a heartbreaking story of animal neglect and abuse in Tonganoxie. The poodle, near death, was found as a stray by passersby who took action October 17, 2024. Photos … Continue reading Donations Sought for LCHS
Your Guide to Voting Nov 4, 2025 By Peggy Bair Voters in Leavenworth County will have a chance to make some important decisions this fall about a variety of local elected positions. Voter participation has been relatively low in local elections. For instance, according to the Leavenworth County Clerk’s office, in the 2023 local election, only 19% of registered voters cast ballots. The 2024 presidential … Continue reading Voting in Leavenworth County
Sam Maxwell IV Sam Maxwell IV will be quick to point out that his family goes back generations as citizens of Leavenworth. He is a fourth generation Maxwell who describes himself as a “blue collar working for the blue collar.” Maxwell made an unsuccessful bid for city commission in 2023 but hopes to do better in the current race. “I’ve lived in this town my … Continue reading Leavenworth City Commission Candidate:
Bruce Shopfner Bruce Shopfner In his run for Leavenworth City Commission, retired Lt. Colonel Bruce Shopfner (pronounced “Shof-ner”) hopes to bring his organizational skills to help Leavenworth achieve financial sustainability while growing its economy. Shopfner graduated from the University of Arkansas with a Bachelor of Science Agriculture as a poultry science major and then earned his master’s degree in teaching with an emphasis in biology … Continue reading Leavenworth City Commission Candidate:
Joe Wilson Joe Wilson’s resume ranges from military, law enforcement, nonprofit work and IT. Wilson is an owner of the IT company SorWil Technology Solutions, that provides IT and cyber security support for its clients. Wilson is a Leavenworth High School graduate where his early leadership skills began as a cadet in JROTC. “I found my people when I got into ROTC,” Wilson said. “It … Continue reading Leavenworth City Commission Candidate:
Jason Redmon by Peggy Bair Jason Redmon is a retired Lt. Colonel who, although he has served at stations around the world, emphasized that he made Leavenworth his forever home by conscious choice. “I first came here in 2011, the first time, for school. It’s the intellectual capital of the Army, right? That is what foreign officers and leaders from around the world think of when … Continue reading Leavenworth City Commission Candidate:
You must be logged in to post a comment.