A Fort Leavenworth spokeswoman says the package was noticed around 10:30 a.m. during a routine check of vehicles trying to enter the post. Traffic was diverted to two other gates. The main gate ...

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kan. (April 14, 2016) -- The Fort Leavenworth Garrison tested its emergency response procedures to a terrorist situation during the post's full-scale exercise April 13.

The front gate to Fort Leavenworth also was closed after the shooting. Fort spokesman Jeff Wingo said this had been requested by police while an investigation was being conducted on the nearby bridge.

Fort Leavenworth's Smith Lake to be emptied out due to failed drainage system. ... If the visitor center isn't open, individuals can go to the main gate and be vetted there.