Shawn Linenberger News editor

Shawn has been with The Mirror since 2001 and is the news editor.

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Tonganoxie man pleads no contest for failure to register as offender
May 2, 2013
A 48-year-old Tonganoxie man pleaded no contest to one count of failure to register as required by the Kansas Offender Registration Act on Wednesday in Leavenworth County District Court.
Council votes to pursue light at Stone Creek Drive/South Park
April 24, 2013
The Tonganoxie City Council has focused its attention on a traffic signal at U.S. Highway 24-40 and Stone Creek Drive/South Park.
Late winter could benefit area farmers next season
April 2, 2013
The heavy snowfall that stretched into the early spring might have brought frustration to residents longing for warmer days, but winter precipitation has been a welcome sight to farmers.
Accidents send 2 to hospital
March 19, 2013
Emergency officials responded to two accidents last week in Tonganoxie.
Leavenworth Co. undersheriff reflects on long career
March 6, 2013
After more than 47 years in law enforcement, Ron Cranor has his share of stories to tell — including his involvement in the execution of Richard Hickock and Perry Smith.
Fans flock to KCK for soccer, baseball
February 27, 2013
Empty seats were a rarity at Sporting Kansas City games in 2012.
Leavenworth County undersheriff reflects on long career
February 26, 2013
After more than 47 years in law enforcement, Ron Cranor has his share of stories to tell — including his involvement in the execution of Richard Hickock and Perry Smith.
Sheriff’s office reports all vehicle accidents Thursday were non-injury
February 22, 2013
The significant snowfall Thursday led to 10 non-injury accidents and multiple slide-offs.
Five questions: Tonganoxie Phil
February 5, 2013
Longtime Leavenworth County physician Dr. Phil Stevens also is known as Tonganoxie Phil. Stevens explains how he got the name, which he’s known for each February with Groundhog Day.
Tonganoxie photographer uses benefit calendars to help people in need
February 5, 2013
For Misty and Brian Bartlett, 2009 was a year full of challenges.

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Recent photos

Butterfly gardening attracts flittering bursts of color to homes, as well as provides an important habitat for the creatures.

Garage sale season is starting, as evidenced by this sign posted Saturday in Tonganoxie. Cynthia Ewer, editor of organizedhome.com, has some pointers for folks thinking about having a yard sale.

Former Leavenworth County Undersheriff Ron Cranor, middle, poses with current Sheriff Andy Dedeke, left, and former Sheriff Dave Zoellner; right. Cranor recently retired after many years of law enforcement.

Longtime Leavenworth County physician Dr. Phil Stevens talks about his alter ego, Tonganoxie Phil, and offers his prognosis for winter’s end.

Misty Bartlett, pictured, has created benefit calendars with the help of other volunteers and donated proceeds to local families in need who have faced medical hardships.

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