Couple to wed Aug. 23 in Louisiana
David and Betty Lethcho of Fontana announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Angela Dawn Lethcho, to William Dustin Holder. Dusty is the son of Mike and Penny Holder of Jonesboro, La.
Technology students fare well at national contest
Several Louisburg High School students fared well recently in national competition.
Shrine trio gearing for game
Jason Spradling isn’t afraid of a big defensive player trying to take his head off during a game. In fact, he welcomes it. He was named the Kansas Iron Man of the Year for a reason.
New page size helps combat printing costs
Most of you probably noticed the newspaper pages are a little narrower this week. The economy has taken its toll on many businesses, and the newspaper industry is no different.
Residents offer solutions to filling empty storefronts
From brew pubs to airport hubs, Louisburg residents served up some creative ideas Monday about how to boost the city’s sales and property tax bases to combat the blight of empty storefronts in the community.
Musicians will participate in Masonic marching band camp
Two Louisburg musicians were selected to attend the 25th-annual Kansas Masonic All-State High School Marching Band camp this summer.
Soccer camp kicks off new campaign
Coming off the program’s best finish in its six-year history, Louisburg soccer coach Ben York has a reason to be optimistic with the direction of his program.
City feeling the economic pinch
Flat property valuations, sluggish sales tax figures, low building permit numbers and increasing debt service.
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Our annual preview of area high school teams.

Spring Fix Up
For tips on getting your vehicle, home, lawn and garden ready for spring and summer, see the Spring Fix-Up guide.


