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Edwena Brooks Bastion
April 4, 1932 — February 16, 2026 Osawatomie, Kansas Edwena Brooks Bastion age 93 of Osawatomie, KS died Monday February 16, 2026 at Homestead Assisted Living of Osawatomie. Full obituary will follow when available.
Holly Thompson
September 30, 1943 — February 14, 2026 Sedan, Kansas Josephine Hollace Thomson (Holly) was born 30 September 1943 at Winfield General Hospital in Winfield, Kansas. Holly passed away at 12:30 A.M. at a nursing home in Sedan, Kansas. Holly was preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy Piggott Thomson; her father, James Hollister Thomson; and her half-brother, Martin Thadf Kinnaman. Holly is survived by her brother James Otis Thomson, her half-sister Constance Louise Rodgers; 4 n
Carol Ann Hinote
November 22, 1947 — February 14, 2026 Osawatomie, Kansas Carol Ann Hinote, age 78, of Osawatomie, Kansas, passed away Saturday, February 14, 2026, at North Point Skilled Living in Paola, Kansas. Carol was born November 22, 1947, in Garden City, Kansas. She was one of three children born to Alexander and Helen F. (Abel) Giesick. Carol spent the majority of her childhood in Hoisington, KS. Then the family moved to Kansas City, KS, where she attended Turner High School, graduati
Richard L. Canon
April 12, 1951 — February 12, 2026 Emporia, Kansas Richard L. Canon, 74, passed peacefully at home on February 11, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of stories, laughter, and love that will never be forgotten. Born on April 12, 1951, in Independence, Missouri, to Helen Canon, Richard came into this world alongside his twin brother, Ralph who passed earlier this year. And a sister, Christine Burke, and carried in his heart the memory of his younger brother who tragically passed
Rebecca Lowe
January 4, 1948 — February 9, 2026 Visitation is from 5 to 7 p.m., Friday, February 20, 2026, at the Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory - Pleasanton Chapel, 816 Main St, Pleasanton, KS 66075. Service is Saturday, February 21, 2026, 11:00 am - 12:00 p.m. at the Prescott United Methodist Church, 256 W Main St, Prescott, KS 66767. Interment at Prescott Cemetery.
Marty Leach
December 5, 1967 — February 17, 2026 Lane, Kansas Martin Wayne "Marty" Leach, age 58, Lane, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, February 17, 2026. He was born on December 5, 1967, in Lawrence, Kansas, the son of Harold "Butch" and Nadine Davis Leach. After graduating from Osawatomie High School in 1986, Marty went to work as a heavy equipment operator for APAC and finished his career with Haupt Construction. Marty was a member of Operator's Union Local #101. Marty was united in marr
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Features
Mound City bull rider, now in second place in world standings, wins at Fort Worth
Colton Byram of Mound City, center, is flanked by Fort Worth Stock Show officials after winning the $100,000 added Xtreme Bull Riding at Fort Worth, Texas, on Jan. 21. (Photo by James Phifer) By John Teagarden Journal contributor FORT WORTH, Texas – Mound City bull rider Colton Byram emerged as the biggest winner at the Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association (PRCA) Xtreme “Bulls Night Out” held at the Fort Worth Stock Show Jan. 20-21. The Xtreme Bulls are standalone bull ridin
Mental wellness is important for a healthy heart and brain
Anxiety, stress and depression can impact the physical health of people in rural communities, according to the American Heart Association. (Wix file photo) American Heart Association Press release According to the American Heart Association, psychological health can positively or negatively impact a person’s health and risk factors for heart disease and stroke MISSION — People in rural communities live almost three years fewer than urban dwellers, and they’re more likely to
The Power of Hobbies: Why Staying Engaged Matters as We Age
Hobbies offer a lifeline to engagement and purpose, especially as we age. (Vitale Grieve / Upsplash) K-State Research and Extension News Submitted by Kathy Goul, Family & Consumer Science Agent As we grow older, maintaining health and independence becomes a top priority. While exercise and healthy eating often take center stage, one powerful tool for aging well is often overlooked - hobbies. Whether it’s gardening, painting, playing music, or learning a new language, hobbies
State, Regional News
K-State fires basketball coach after he said players ‘don’t deserve to wear the uniform’
Kansas State University fired men's basketball coach Jerome Tang after he said the team's athletes didn't deserve to wear the Wildcats uniform. (K-State Athletics) Kansas State University officials say Jerome Tang’s dismissal was “for cause,” meaning the university will not pay an $18 million buyout to end the contract. Tang has said he plans to fight the firing. By Dylan Lysen Kansas News Service Kansas State University fired the head coach of its men's basketball team just
Kansas protesters argue for fundamental reform of government in both style and substance
Protesters adorned with clothing reminiscent of “the Handmaid’s Tale” carried cloth signs labeled “Shame” as they challenged Kansas legislators Monday at the Kansas Capitol to enact policies for benefit of Kansans rather than follow a path toward theocratic government. (Photo by Tim Carpenter/Kansas Reflector) By Tim Carpenter Kansas Reflector TOPEKA — Five people walked through the Kansas Capitol on Monday shrouded in long, red cloaks and with faces concealed from view by wi
Kansas lawmakers consider bills to help women file lawsuits against abortion providers
Brittany Jones, president of Kansas Family Voice, says a proposed bill helps women who did not receive specific information about an abortion before the procedure to sue their doctors without going in front of a medical malpractice board. (Photo by Sherman Smith/Kansas Reflector) By Morgan Chilson Kansas Reflector TOPEKA — Kansas women who believe they didn’t receive correct information from medical professionals before an abortion will have a streamlined option to take legal
Pilots seek regulation changes to land seaplanes on Kansas waters
Jared and Ashley Garetson, pictured with their two children and one of their aircraft, own Garetson Aviation in Manhattan. The couple brought their children to a House Federal and State Affairs Committee hearing Feb. 12, 2026, to speak in favor of allowing seaplanes to lane on Kansas waters. (Photo submitted by Jared Garetson) By Morgan Chilson Kansas Reflector TOPEKA — Pilots and business owners asked legislators to pass a proposal allowing them to land seaplanes on Kansas w
Kansas bill compels public school teachers, students to undergo annual sexual abuse training
Wabaunsee County Sheriff Eric Kirsch testifies before the House Education Committee in support of a bill requiring public school teachers and students to receive annual instruction in identifying sexual abuse. The bill, referred to as Erin’s Law, doesn’t include state funding for implementation and allows parents to opt out. (Kansas Reflector screen capture of Kansas Legislature video) By Tim Carpenter Kansas Reflector TOPEKA — Erin Merryn wants the Kansas Legislature to requ
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