Notice of Resignation of Jewell County Attorney

Earlier this week, Alexandria Pierce, the first term county attorney, submitted a letter of resignation effective Jan. 1. Her letter follows.

Pursuant to K.S.A. 19-2606, I am writing to tender my resignation as County Attorney, effective Jan. 1, 2024. I have accepted a position as an officer in the United States Army JAG Corps and will begin Officer Basic Training at Ft. Benning, Georgia, this coming January.

Although Federal Law prohibits the involuntary termination of military personnel upon receiving an order requiring leave, I feel my resignation would best serve the interests of Jewell Co...