Also from December 24
Births
- Scott and Laura Wyckoff announce the birth of their son, Gavin Scott, on Sept. 15, 2009. He weighed 8 pounds, 14 ounces and was 19.5 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Mitch and Amelia Whisman of Bonner Springs. Paternal grandparents are Kirk and Connie Wyckoff of Parsons. Great-grandmother is Myrtle Stewart of New Port, N.C.
- Jeff and Lynsey James, of Gardner, announce the birth of their daughter, Natalie Anne James, born Sept. 23, 2009, at Shawnee Mission Medical Center. She weighed 7 pounds, 7 ounces and was 21 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Ron and Janis Newton, of Linwood. Paternal grandparents are Rusty and Caprice James, of Grain Valley, Mo. Natalie was welcomed home by her older brother, Tyler James.
Obituaries
On the street
Photos
Photo galleries
Polls
What are your plans for Christmas?
| Response | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Staying home and spending time with friends and family. | 50% | |
| Traveling to be with family members. | 33% | |
| Waiting for Santa. | 8% | |
| I don’t celebrate Christmas. | 4% | |
| Eating, eating, eating. | 4% | |
| Total | 24 | |
Videos
All stories
- Winter storm upgraded to blizzard
- December 24, 2009
- The National Weather service is advising people to stay safe, stay off the roads, stay inside.
- Winter storm warning for Christmas Eve, Christmas day
- 06:43 a.m., December 24, 2009 Updated 11:33 a.m.
- The National Weather Service has issued a a winter storm warning from 9 a.m. today through 6 p.m. Friday for the Kansas City metro area.
- Commuter forecast for December 24, 2009
- December 24, 2009
- The roads will be a little wet this morning as a light rain turns to freezing rain this morning. Expect sleet and snow later on today as you’re driving with the holiday traffic and remember to give yourself a little extra time. Drive safely and happy holidays.
- McLouth Marine and family get Christmas surprise from anonymous Santa
- December 24, 2009
- Jake Perry and his family got a special gift-bearing visitor this year.
- Neighbors: Judy MIksch
- December 24, 2009
- Judy Miksch is the president of the Bonner Springs Rotary Club
- Clark Middle School band director, son share football bond
- December 24, 2009
- David Leonard peered out of the tunnel as 100,000 fans filed into their seats at the University of Tennessee’s historic Neyland Stadium.
- Bats have second graders to thank for a new place to call home
- December 24, 2009
- Christmas came early this year for a special group, thanks to the efforts of students throughout USD 204.
- Teachers tackle holiday issues
- December 24, 2009
- The barrage of festive holiday images lining the walls is hard to miss walking into the classroom of Andrea Netzer.
- Annual Christmas program includes mayor’s speech
- December 24, 2009
- The Edwardsville Kiwanis Club had its annual Christmas devotional program at its meeting last week at Sister’s Restaurant.
- Christmas trees to benefit North Park Lake fish
- December 24, 2009
- The Bonner Springs Parks and Recreation department, in conjunction with the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, is accepting whole, live Christmas trees to be recycled and used as habitat for fish in the Bonner Springs North Park Lake.
- Volunteers distribute food baskets to needy families
- December 24, 2009
- Jeannine Gallagher fought back tears last week when she explained the importance of Vaughn-Trent Community Services’ annual Christmas basket drive.
- Bonner library offers gaming to area youths
- December 24, 2009
- Zach Stark, 7, confidently swings his Nintendo Wii controller in the direction of the wall, on which there is projected a game of simulated golf.
- Bonner retailers report holiday business up in ‘09
- December 24, 2009
- Despite the economy, business owners in Bonner Springs say they are holding their own just fine during the holiday shopping season.
- Haunted High School event raises more than $1,500
- December 24, 2009
- The Haunted High School event, held throughout the month of October in the 1918 Building, raised $1,504.70 for youths who can’t afford summer recreation fees.
- City halls close for holidays
- December 24, 2009
- Bonner Springs and Edwardsville city halls will be closed today, Dec. 24, and Dec. 25 for the Christmas holiday.
- Chamber sets 2010 goals
- December 24, 2009
- After the election of new officers this month, members of the Bonner Springs-Edwardsville Area Chamber of Commerce are looking to the future.
- Remembering Christmases past
- December 24, 2009
- Looking back over seven decades of Christmases, I really don’t remember a lot of the gifts I’ve received or, for that matter, given.
- Seaton siblings lead Braves to tourney
- December 24, 2009
- Bonner Springs is starting to look really good on the mat — and it’s only December.
- Three BLHS wrestlers medal at Emporia Winter Classic
- December 24, 2009
- For Basehor-Linwood wrestlers, it was a question of what might have been.
- Bonner Springs Parks and Recreation accepting registration for volleyball league
- December 24, 2009
- The Bonner Springs Parks and Recreation Department is now accepting registrations for its fourth season of Girls Volleyball League.
- Late rally comes up short as BSHS boys fall to Turner
- December 24, 2009
- After opening the season on a four-game skid, the Bonner Springs boys basketball team appeared to be on its way to a victory Tuesday, Dec. 15, at Piper.
- Ostman, Smith boost Bravettes past Bears
- Big third quarter, late free throws lead to victory
- December 24, 2009
- When the Bonner Springs Bravettes have a lead in the fourth quarter, there is little doubt about who is going to have the ball in her hands.
- Work force quality, availability concerns prompt economic developers’ discussion
- December 24, 2009
- With the start of a new year around the corner, the Leavenworth County Development Corporation is focusing on existing industry expansion and work force improvement.
- Interchange scheduled to open Dec. 29
- December 24, 2009
- The Kansas Turnpike’s new Tonganoxie/Eudora interchange is scheduled to open at noon Tuesday, Dec. 29.
- On the record
- December 24, 2009
- Bonner Springs and Edwardsville fire calls.
- Remember When
- December 24, 2009
- A look back at this date in history in Bonner Springs, Edwardsville, Basehor, Linwood and the Kaw Valley.
- Doctor prompts volunteer work
- December 24, 2009
- She is less than half my age, at least two inches shorter and twice as dedicated. She is a third-year medical student whom I met during my last surgery to remove my port.
Advertisement
Save 40%, 50%, 60% or more on quality products and services from popular local and regional merchants! Sign up now and be the first to know when the hottest deals arrive.
Point of View
Sunday was Kansas Day. What’s your favorite thing about Kansas?
“I love how, with the obvious exception of this year, we get to experience all four seasons.”
Top ads RSS
- ATTENTION Midwest largest distribution is expanding. Local distribution center needs ...
- LPNs Join the new frontier - working in the field ...
- Cleaning Technician Mon-Thurs, 10 pm, 2-3 hrs. per night. $8 ...
- Maintenance Tech Full-Time position for the right person who has ...
- CUSTODIAL WORKERS 2 Openings Thursday - Monday Saturday - Monday ...
