Kaitlyn Syring Staff reporter

Kaitlyn Syring is a staff reporter for Basehor. She is a University of Kansas graduate.

Recent stories

Basehor-Linwood students take to the stage in western melodrama
February 25, 2010
Though harsh winter weather impeded their Sunday performance, students at Basehor-Linwood High School put on quite the show during their winter play.
Council ends heated deer hunting debate
February 25, 2010
The Basehor City Council took action Monday on one of this year’s most emotionally charged items.
Grocery store to close its doors
February 24, 2010
After only seven months in business, Wolf Creek Marketplace is closing its doors.
Former Basehor-Linwood teacher pleads guilty in sex case involving student
February 17, 2010
Sentencing is scheduled in April for a former Basehor-Linwood teacher who pleaded guilty Wednesday to inappropriate sexual relations with a student.
Senate candidate stressing less government spending
January 21, 2010
Reducing government spending and preserving Kansas values were two of the forerunners on U.S. Rep. Jerry Moran’s priority list Tuesday morning as he made a stop in Basehor on his U.S. Senate campaign.
Senate candidate makes appearance in Basehor
January 19, 2010
Reducing government spending and preserving Kansas values were two of the forerunners on U.S. Rep. Jerry Moran’s priority list Tuesday morning as he made a stop in Basehor on his U.S. Senate campaign.
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.
Winery raises funds at cookie sale
December 17, 2009
Holy-Field Vineyard and Winery is usually filled with palatable beverages, but Saturday the winery was stocked with a different kind of delectable treat.
Homeowners grapple with fear of deer hunters
December 10, 2009
Janice and Richard Meleta are afraid to walk on the property that surrounds their Basehor home.
Humane Society in need of foster homes for animals
November 25, 2009
The Leavenworth County Humane Society is calling out to the community for help.

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Recent photos

Students (bottom) carry their belongings into their new school Monday after being bused over from their old school.

Fitness instructor Cindy Grover stretches her leg high into the air during one of the PiYo classes she teaches at the Basehor Community Library. Grover said the classes, which combine Yoga, Pilates, strength conditioning and balance, were an excellent stress reliever.

Chris Maleta holds his 10-week-old German shepherd mix puppy, Roxie. Maleta’s mother, Jan, caught Roxie along with two other stray puppies and found them homes in time for the holidays.

Basehor resident Richard Meleta looks into the woods surrounding his home. Meleta and his wife, Janice, struggle with the constant fear of being injured by a stray bullet or arrow from deer hunters in the area.

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