Archive for Thursday, April 9, 2009

Also from April 9

Obituaries
Photos
Polls

How do you think the Royals will do this year?

Response Percent
They will have another losing season.
 
 40%
They will have a winning season.
 
 32%
They will finish at .500.
 
 17%
They will have a winning season with a playoff appearance.
 
 10%
Total 40
Videos

Lead stories

12:00 a.m.
Terry Hill takes mayoral race by 27 votes
By Kaitlyn Syring
April 9, 2009
The results were totaled, and with 247 votes, Basehor City Council member Terry Hill won the mayoral election.

All stories

De Soto shuts out BLHS
By Jeff Deters
April 9, 2009
The final score could have been more lopsided had goalkeeper Carol Smith not made several nice saves.
Tonganoxie man in custody over possible shooting
By Estuardo Garcia
04:04 p.m., April 9, 2009 Updated 03:06 p.m.
A rural Tonganoxie man is still in custody after a possible shooting that occurred around 12:30 p.m. at his home in the 18400 block of 178th Street.
Commuter forecast, April 9, 2009
Alex Harrington
April 9, 2009
Temperatures are starting in the 40s this morning. We’ll likely see some rain and strong winds from the east today.
Bobcat runners make a splash at Baldwin
By Nick Bratkovic
April 9, 2009
A freshman led the Bobcats in the inaugural race of the season.
My favorite lunch box
By Gene Young
April 9, 2009
When I was working in Kansas City, at age 15, there was no close place to buy lunch, so I had to rely on a large black dome style metal box that clicked when I shut it.
Five questions: Raising the Bar
April 9, 2009
New county attorney settles into post
Three applicants seek to run state casino in Wyandotte County
By Nicole Kelley
April 9, 2009
Three groups have submitted applications to manage a state-owned and -operated casino in Wyandotte County after the Kansas Lottery reopened the application process to developers interested in building in Wyandotte County.
Basehor-Linwood crushes Mill Valley in softball sweep
By Nick Bratkovic
April 9, 2009
The Bobcats won the first game against Mill Valley, 11-1, and prevailed in the second, 7-2.
BLHS soccer tops Cair Paravel, falls to Piper
By Nick Bratkovic
April 9, 2009
Basehor-Linwood soccer players played three games in three days this week, concluding with Wednesday’s game against De Soto.
Basehor tumbling, dance team receives awards at greater KC championship
April 9, 2009
The M.A.T.S. Championship trophy meet was March 8 at Basehor-Linwood High School.
Terry Hill takes mayoral race by 27 votes
By Kaitlyn Syring
April 9, 2009
The results were totaled, and with 247 votes, Basehor City Council member Terry Hill won the mayoral election.
Christian group plans golf tournament fundraiser
April 9, 2009
As spring weather creeps in, area golfers are chomping at the bit to get out and golf. But they won’t have to wait much longer because the Young Life Kaw Valley has scheduled its Second Annual Golf Tournament for Friday, April 17, at Dub’s Dread Golf Club.
Rental assistance available for mentally ill residents
Staff reports
April 9, 2009
Adults experiencing severe mental illness and those with severe and persistent mental illness (as defined by the state) are eligible for rental assistance through a grant received by Wyandot Center.
Neighbors: Mary Barber
April 9, 2009
Dollar General employee Mary Barber is featured in Neighbors
Health fair to offer a dozen type of screenings free
April 9, 2009
A dozen free health screenings will be available at Health Fair ’09 Thursday, April 16 at Kansas City Kansas Community College.
Scholars Bowl members presented with letters
April 9, 2009
Varsity letters for the Basehor-Linwood High School Scholars Bowl team were presented to six students at the team’s awards ceremony April 2.
Basehor-Linwood music programs steal show
April 9, 2009
Basehor-Linwood High School music programs competed at a regional solo and ensemble festival Saturday at Baker University.
Letter: Community support means everything
April 9, 2009
Steve and Darla Miles thank the Basehor community for its support.
Tax attorney wins school board seat
By Kaitlyn Syring
April 9, 2009
After Tuesday’s results were totaled, new board members Richard Zamora and Wynne Coleman and incumbent Gary Johnson will fill the three open seats on the board.
4-H club honors 75 years
April 9, 2009
The Glenwood 4-H Club will celebrate its 75th anniversary with an open house from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, April 19, at the Fairmount Township Fire Station.
Bonner woods students help district save money
By Nicole Kelley
April 9, 2009
Crews working on the new addition to the Bonner Springs High School concession stand are getting a little help from an unexpected group.
Church to update directory with new member photos
April 9, 2009
Members of the Sunset Hills Christian Church, 6347 Leavenworth Road, Kansas City, Kan., will have the opportunity to have their picture taken for the church directory.
Easter: A joyous time
By Clausie Smith
April 9, 2009
This week is both a busy and joyous time for many as we observe Easter.
Sampler Festival committee reports to council
By Kaitlyn Syring
April 9, 2009
Bob Topping, the president of the Kansas Sampler Festival Steering Committee, spoke to Basehor City Council members Monday night about what to expect when the Kansas Sampler Festival is showcased in Leavenworth.
Remember When
April 9, 2009
A look back through the years.