The Department of the Army has announced that the 2nd Brigade Combat Team of the 1st Infantry Division will make a winter 2020 rotation to Korea. The 2nd Brigade Combat Team will replace the 3rd Brigade Combat Team of the 1st Cavalry Division as part of a regular rotation of forces to support the U.S. commitment to southeast Asia partners and allies. "Dagger Brigade Soldiers are well-trained and ready to support any mission our nation asks of them," said Col. Thomas Murtha, commander of the 2nd Brigade Combat Team." We are excited about our rotation to the Republic of Korea and look forward to strengthening our long-standing partnership with allies."

Winter 2020 rotation for the 2nd Brigade Combat Team

You ages 3 to 10 can participate in the Santa's Helpers Workshop on Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. in the multipurpose room at the 12th Street Community Center. Children 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Children can go on a shopping spree for loved ones. The child will be able to choose a gift item that isn't complete until after they add some creativity to it. The crafting items will range anywhere from $2 to $5. Kids will then complete their projects and get it wrapped for free before they go home. Parental supervision is recommended, but not required for those who are 7 and older. One note: Many of the craft projects will involve paint. Dress your child accordingly.<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575586385327.jpeg">

Santa's Helpers Workshop is Saturday at the 12th Street Community Center

Recent Booking Activity for the Geary County Detention Center. All persons included in this post are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law. Courtesy photos. <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575578791722.jpeg">Devon Pacheco, Outside warrant ( 2 counts ), Disorderly conduct, Battery on LEO, Arrested 12/4<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575578805570.jpeg">Kevin Rowland, Theft ( 2 counts ), Forgery; possession with intent to distribute written instrument, Arrested 12/4<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575578862641.jpeg">Jeanette Quidachay, Theft, Forgery; making or altering a written instrument, Mistreat dependent adult / elder person, Arrested 12/4<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575578956479.jpeg">James Underdue, Failure to appear, Possession of drug parapernalia, Possession of marijuana, Interference with LEO, Obstruct / resist / oppose misdemeanor warrant, Arrested 12/4 Bond has been posted. Photo unavailable:Jasmine Parmely, Aggravated battery, Criminal damage to property, Arrested 12/4 Recent Booking Activity for the Geary County Detention Center. All persons included in this post are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law. Courtesy photos.

Geary County Thursday Booking Photos

Fort Riley's annual christkindl market is Saturday ( Dec. 7 ) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Riley's Community Center. The event, which is in its eleventh year, will feature more than 40 vendors selling handmade items, holiday decor and gifts. There will be activities for families for a fee, including sugar cookie decorating, craft making, pictures with the Grinch and from 10 a.m. until noon pictures with Santa. Bratwurst and chips will be available for purchase. This event is open to the public. Visitors who do not have a Department of Defense ID card can get a pass at the Visitor Control Center near the Henry Gate, Exit 301 off of I-70. Under the Trusted Traveler program, DOD ID cardholders may escort up to seven guests in a vehicle who do not have a DOD ID card. Only the Trusted Traveler will need to show an ID.

Fort Riley's Christkindl market is Saturday

The Geary County Sheriff's Department has reported that Deputies worked two non-injury accidents early Thursday morning. At 5:44 a.m. they responded to the 7200 block of Old Highway 77 for a non-injury vehicle accident with a deer. Joseph A. Ajay, Junction City, was traveling north in his 2017 GMC Terrain when the vehicle struck a deer in the roadway. At 6:02 a.m. Deputies responded to mile marker 158 on U.S. 77 Highway for a non-injury hit and run accident. Jared Allen Sexton, Junction City, was traveling north when his 2002 Ford Mustang was side swiped by a dark in color passenger car. Damage to the vehicle that departed the scene was to the passenger side of the vehicle.

Deputies work two accidents

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575556922661.jpeg">Community members have until 8 p.m. Friday to enter a quilt drawing sponsored by Friends of the Dorothy Bramlage Public Library. The quilt was made and donated by Friends member Charlotte Grelk. It is 75 inches long by 60 inches wide and is machine pieced and quilted. Those not attending the Family Christmas Party on Friday can purchase tickets up to 6 p.m. that day when the library closes to regular business. It will reopen at 6:30 p.m. for the Family Christmas Party, an activity of the Hometown Holiday event, where drawing tickets will continue to be available until the party ends at 8 p.m. The winner will be announced the following day. Questions can be referred to Susan Moyer at 785-238-4311 or susanm@jclib.org.

The public can enter a quilt drawing

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575502004231.jpeg">Junction City Manager Allen Dinkel has announced the hiring of John Lamb to serve as the new Police Chief, succeeding Dan Breci, who recently retired. Lamb will come to Junction City after serving the Jacksonville, FL Sheriff's Department for 26 years. A native of the Jacksonville area he joined the Sheriff's Department in Jacksonville in 1993 and served most recently as Police Lieutenant over the Patrol and Community Affairs Unit, as well as an Assistant Chief assigned to Patrol and Enforcement, and Logistics and Support Services. He was responsible for overseeing approximately 150 sworn and civilian employees. Lamb stated he was excited to join a team of talented professionals in the JCPD who share a commitment to public service and excellence in serving the City of Junction City. Lamb added, "It has been a long term goal to serve as Police Chief in a community like Junction City that is committed to its Police Department. I truly look forward to both the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead." John and his wife Nanette Cruz, have been married for 28 years and have four children. Allen Dinkel, City Manager, stated," I am confident that John Lamb is a wonderful match for the City of Junction City. His deep understanding of the mechanics of police management and community engagement, coupled with his proven leadership, will be important assets for our City for years to come." A start date for Chief Lamb has not yet been confirmed but will be in the very near future.

Junction City hires a new Police Chief

Recent Booking Activity for the Geary County Detention Center. All persons included in this post are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law. Courtesy photos. <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575500362660.jpeg">Justin Gotcher, Distribution of controlled substance ( 2 counts ), Possession of paraphernalia with intent to manufacture controlled substance, Taxation; drugs no tax stamp for marijuana or controlled substance, Arrested 12/2<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575500441307.jpeg">Brittney Rice, Distribution controlled substance ( 2 counts ), Possession of paraphernalia with intent to manufacture controlled substance, Taxation; drugs no tax stamp for marijuana or controlled substance, Arrested 12/2 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575500587657.jpeg">Donovan Bright, Outside warrant, Failure to appear, Maximum speed limits, Operate a motor vehicle without valid driver's license, Arrested 12/1<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575500649984.jpeg">Jesse Bailey Jr. Outside warrant, Arrested 11/30<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575500692103.jpeg">Robert Sims, Failure to appear, Outside warrant, Bond violation, Failure to appear, Arrested 11/29<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575500750087.jpeg">Armond Smith, Failure to appear ( 3 counts ), Criminal trespass, Interference with LEO; obstruct / resist / oppose misdemeanor warrant service, arrested 11/29<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575500828293.jpeg">Patrick Maness, Possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant, Use / possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into the human body, Failure to appear, Arrested 12/3<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575500912964.jpeg">Zachary Olson, Failure to appear, Arrested 12/3<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575500942460.jpeg">Melissa Gilliland, Probation violation ( 2 counts ), Bond violation, Possession of marijuana, Arrested 12/3<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575500984531.jpeg">Ashley Gulick, Failure to appear ( 3 counts ), Arrested 12/2<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575501048683.jpeg">Jennifer Lucas, Possession of stolen property, Theft, Arrested 12/3<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575501096307.jpeg">C. J. Mills, Failure to appear, Arrested 12/3 Bonds have been posted. Photos unavailable:Eileen Edeyaoch, Failure to appear, Arrested 12/3Mercedez Palmer, Possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant, Use / possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into the human body, Possession of stolen property, Traffic contraband in correctional / care facility, Arrested 12/3Brianna Stone, Domestic battery, Unlawful damage to property, Arrested 12/3Lila Swink, Criminal trespass, Arrested 11/28Johnnie Brown Jr. Domestic battery, Arrested 11/28Samantha Burrous, Theft, Arrested 11/28Elmer Medina, Distribute controlled substance ( 2 counts ), Taxation; Drugs, Possession of paraphernalia with intent to manufacture controlled substance, Arrested 12/2Ronald Haywood, Parole violation, Arrested 12/2Price Norton, Possession of paraphernalia with intent to manufacture controlled substance, Arrested 12/2Jermone Battle, Unlawful damage to property, Domestic battery, Arrested 12/2Steven Allen, No seat belt, Cancelled / suspended / revoked driver's license, Arrested 12/2Necho Anderson, Driving while suspended, Driving without headlights when needed, Unauthorized lights and signals, Arrested 12/2Megan Shoffner-Watkins, Theft, Arrested 11/29Jeffrey Sender, Use / possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Possession of controlled substance, Arrested 11/29Lance Smith, Failure to appear, Arrested 11/29Sheila Lopez-Torrez, Criminal trespass, Arrested 11/29Rose Hobbs, Domestic battery; misdemeanor, Arrested 11/29Indya Vereen, Domestic battery; misdemeanor, Arrested 11/30Frank Haskins, Exceeding posted speed limit, Cancelled / suspended / revoked driver's license, No proof of insurance, Arrested 11/30Christian Williams. DUI-Liquor/drugs, Exceeding posted speed limit, Improper U-turn, Arrested 11/30Mario Troncoso, No driver's license in possession, Transporting an open container, Arrested 11/30Tanner Lucas, Defective tail lamp on motor vehicle, Driving under the influence of drugs/ALC, Arrested 11/30Kristina Wallace, Criminal restraint, Aggravated assault, Use of a deadly weapon, Arrested 11/30Alex Day, Driving while suspended, Failure to wear seat belt, Arrested 11/30Brian Jones, Failure to appear, Arrested 11/30Timothy Stephens, Outside warrant, Arrested 11/30Jose Aviles, Criminal damage to property; misdemeanor, Domestic battery, Arrested 11/30Ronnie Wheat, Failure to appear, Arrested 11/30Kevin Cashmore, Transporting an open container, Maximum speed limits, Driving under the influence of drugs / alcohol, Arrested 12/1Arlene Biltz, Improper driving on laned road, DUI-liquor / drugs, Arrested 12/1James McMackin, Maximum speed limits, Flee or attempt to elude LEO by engaging in reckless driving, Arrested 12/1Caleb Lopez, Aggravated battery, Arrested 12/1Richard Goodrum, Failure to wear seat belt, Possession of marijuana, Interference with LEO, Use / possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Arrested 12/1Richard Goodrum, Failure to wear seat belt, Possession of marijuana, Interference with LEO, Use / possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Arrested 12/1Silas Phifer, Possession of marijuana, No proof of insurance, Operate a motor vehicle without valid license, Exceeding posted speed limits, Arrested 12/1Joseph Medina, Distribute controlled substance ( 3 counts ), Possession of paraphernalia with intent to manufacture controlled substance, Taxation; Following another vehicle too close, Arrested 12/2James Young, Driving while license suspended, Defective tail lamp on motor vehicle, Vehicle liability insurance; liability coverage required, Arrested 12/2Duran Ngiraidong, Failure to appear, Arrested 11/27Michael Childress, Theft, Criminal damage to property, Arrested 11/27Abram Baker, Parole violation, Arrested 11/27Marcus Powell, Driving while suspended, Failure to wear seat belt, Arrested 11/27Brandon Houston, Outside warrant ( 3 counts ), Arrested 11/27James Adams, Maximum speed limits, Driving while suspended, Arrested 11/27Derek Kendall, Outside warrant, Arrested 11/27Anthony Quintos, Driving while suspended, Equipment of vehicles; unlawful acts, Arrested 11/28Cole Johnson, Driving under influence, Driving while suspended, Arrested 11/28Calvin Robb, DUI, Transporting an open container, Improper U-turn, Arrested 11/28 Recent Booking Activity for the Geary County Detention Center. All persons included in this post are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law. Courtesy photos.

Geary County Thursday - Wednesday Booking Photos

High55°Mostly sunny in the morning then becoming mostly cloudy. Highs in the mid 50s. Southeast winds 5 to 10 mph.

Thursday weather forecast

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575496325062.png">Wednesday morning assembly photo courtesy USD 330 WABAUNSEE COUNTY— Law enforcement authorities and USD 330 officials are working together after alleged threats involving students at&nbsp;Mission Valley School this week. On Tuesday the district alerted parents of a reported threat. It involved an individual making a threat to another student, according to Sheriff Rob Hoskins.&nbsp;The student was taken into custody and the family is working to get the student the attention they need, according to the sheriff. On Monday, the school district contacted the sheriff's office with concerns about a threat that had been posted on social media. Deputies and the Kansas Highway Patrol responded. The incident was resolved quickly without any danger to the students, faculty, staff, or public. The sheriff’s office took an individual into custody from a residence in Wabaunsee County. Following the two incidents, the Wabaunsee County Sheriff's Department held an assembly at the school to discuss with students about social media, verbal threats, and the severity and the consequence of such statements. They also reminded students that the school and law enforcement will not take such issues lightly.&nbsp;

2 alleged school threats in 2 days at Kansas school

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575487929087.jpeg">For the second straight month the Junction City area had below normal temperatures and below normal precipitation. The area did have above normal snowfall however! Geary County Extension Agent Chuck Otte said the average daily high during November was 51.3, 2.5 degrees below normal. The average overnight low was 29.5, 2.5 degrees below normal. The monthly mean temperature was then 40.4, 2.5 degrees below normal. Having all three of those averages with the same deviation is something that just doesn’t happen very often! The highest temperature in November was 74 on the 9th. The lowest temperature for the month was the chilly 5 degrees the morning of the 11th. There were three temperature records set during November. The low of 6 on the 10th and 5 on the 11th broke the old records of 15 on the 10th, set in 1960 and 8 for the 11th set in 1986. The high of 24 on the 11th broke the old record low high. The previous record was 31 degrees set in 2014. While it was colder than normal it wasn’t a record setting cold November. The coldest November on record was in 1985 with a monthly mean temperature of 35.2. The hottest November on record was in 1999 with a monthly mean temperature of 51.8. November leads into our “dry” season, November through February. Normal November precipitation is 1.55 inches. After a very dry start of the month the last ten days turned wetter. Junction City received 0.50 inches of precipitation and Milford Lake recieved 0.65 inches. Year to date Junction City has received 37.07 inches and Milford Lake 38.89 inches. Normal for January through November is 32.13 inches. Normal November snowfall is 1.0 inches. A pre-Thanksgiving snowstorm dropped 2.2 inches of snow on the Junction City area. This brings the seasonal (October thru May) snowfall totals to 2.7 inches. Normal through November is 1.1 inches. December brings us the official start of winter (December 21st), the shortest days of the year and markedly colder weather. Daytime highs start the month at 46 and by the end of the month are down to 38. Overnight lows drop from 25 on the 1st to 18 on New Year’s Eve. Average precipitation is only 1.02 inches. While average snowfall for December is 3.7 inches, our long term odds of having a white Christmas are actually rather slim. While our fewest hours of sunlight usually fall on the winter solstice, we are already at the earliest sunset time of the year for Junction City. The sun is currently setting at 5:04 p.m but will start setting later already on December 12th. While the hours of daylight start increasing by December 23rd, sunrise doesn’t start getting earlier until January 11th.&nbsp;

November 2019 weather summary

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575519761910.png">The annual awards presented to Junction City Blue Jay football players were announced at the 2019 team postseason assembly.They were:Memorial AwardsRon Lowery – Xavion FeltonMalcolm Tibbetts – Ethan AlcornJoseph Sinegal – Albert CabaAl Simpler – Andrew Khoury and Jordan IrbyElijah Carter Salisbury – Jojo Nieves and Setu ToalaBlack Lion – Russell Wilkey and Terrance CrumptonFrank Drew – Albert Caba and Luke HughesFelix Snipes – Caleb Miller and Zane Thornton&nbsp;Player AwardsOffensive Player of the Year – Russell WilkeyDefensive Players of the Year – Terrance Crumpton and Kazerick SmithSpecial Teams – Jojo NievesScout Offense – Puma PageScout Defense – Mateo WilliamsThe Blue Jay varsity went 8-3 on the season and reached the third round of the Class 6A postseason playoffs. The JV team went 8-0 and the freshman team 4-4 on the season.

2019 Blue Jay football awards are presented

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575502675270.jpeg"> MANHATTAN, Kan. –&nbsp;With five Wildcats landing on the first or second teams – including Big 12 Special Teams Player of the Year&nbsp;Joshua Youngblood&nbsp;– a total of 15 Kansas State players picked up accolades from the Big 12 as the conference announced the coaches’ All-Big 12 football selections on Wednesday.&nbsp;Youngblood, who was also the first-team kick returner, was joined by fullback&nbsp;Nick Lenners&nbsp;and defensive end&nbsp;Wyatt Hubert&nbsp;for top honors, while K-State’s second-team selections were offensive lineman&nbsp;Scott Frantz&nbsp;and punter&nbsp;Devin Anctil. Anctil earned his second-straight All-Big 12 accolade as he was an honorable mention pick last year, while the other four were honored for the first time in their careers.&nbsp;Ten other Wildcats earned Honorable Mention All-Big 12 accolades in running back&nbsp;James Gilbert, defensive back&nbsp;Denzel Goolsby, offensive linemen&nbsp;Adam Holtorf&nbsp;and&nbsp;Nick Kaltmayer, place kicker&nbsp;Blake Lynch, defensive back&nbsp;AJ Parker, wide receiver&nbsp;Dalton Schoen, linebacker&nbsp;Elijah Sullivan, quarterback&nbsp;Skylar Thompson&nbsp;and defensive end&nbsp;Reggie Walker. Walker was a 2017 Second Team All-Big 12 pick, while the rest of the group earned their first All-Big 12 honor.&nbsp;Additionally, Hubert earned votes for the Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year and Defensive Lineman of the Year awards, while wide receiver&nbsp;Malik Knowles&nbsp;earned votes for Big 12 Offensive Freshman of the Year.&nbsp;A native of Tampa, Florida, Youngblood is the first freshman in Big 12 history to be named the Big 12 Player of the Year on offense, defense or special teams. It is the fifth time that a Wildcat earned the league’s top special teams honors since the award was established in 2005, joining Morgan Burns (2015), Tyler Lockett (2013 and 2014) and Brandon Banks (2009).&nbsp;Youngblood finished the regular season with a nation-leading three kickoff-return touchdowns, a mark that ranks third in both Big 12 and school history and first among freshmen. His kickoff-return average of 38.1 yards leads the conference by 12.0 yards per return, while he would rank first nationally if he had two more attempts to meet the NCAA’s required minimum.&nbsp;Hubert finished the year with 30 tackles, 12.5 tackles for loss and 7.0 sacks, the latter two categories ranking eighth and second in the Big 12, respectively. A product of Topeka, Kansas, Hubert carded a pair of two-sack games – at Oklahoma State and Texas Tech – while he had 2.0 TFLs on three occasions. A sophomore, he has 11.5 career sacks, which are tied for the second most by a Wildcat prior to his junior season.&nbsp;Lenners, a native of Lincoln, Nebraska, has helped lead the way for a rushing attack that is averaging 189.0 yards per game to rank fourth in the Big 12. He finished the regular season with 13 catches for 163 yards, including a 21-yard touchdown reception against TCU. His catches were the most by a Wildcat fullback or tight end since Zach Trujillo had 19 in 2014, while his receiving yards are the most among those positions since Winston Dimel had 261 yards in 2015.&nbsp;Frantz has started all 50 games at left tackle since the 2016 season opener, the most nationally among active Power 5 offensive linemen and tied for the third most among K-State offensive linemen since 1990. Anctil leads the Big 12 and ranks 16th&nbsp;nationally with a 46.0-yard average, a mark that currently ranks first in school history.&nbsp;Finishing with eight regular-season wins for the first time since 2016, K-State will learn of its bowl destination and opponent this Sunday. Kansas State’s official&nbsp;bowl&nbsp;announcement will be made on Twitter (@KStateFB) and the official athletics website,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kstatesports.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">www.kstatesports.com</a>.&nbsp;Fans can preorder bowl tickets by visiting the K-State Bowl Information page by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kstatesports.com/sports/2019/10/28/2019BowlInfo.aspx" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">clicking here</a>.&nbsp;Coaches’ All-Big 12 Teams (Kansas State)Big 12 Special Teams Player of the Year:&nbsp;Joshua Youngblood (KR/PR).First Team:&nbsp;Nick Lenners (FB), Joshua Youngblood (KR/PK), Wyatt Hubert (DL).Second Team:&nbsp;Scott Frantz (OL), Devin Anctil (P).Honorable Mention:&nbsp;James Gilbert (RB), Denzel Goolsby (DB), Adam Holtorf (OL), Wyatt Hubert (Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year, Big 12 Defensive Lineman of the Year), Nick Kaltmayer (OL), Malik Knowles (Big 12 Offensive Freshman of the Year), Blake Lynch (PK), AJ Parker (DB), Dalton Schoen (WR), Elijah Sullivan (LB), Skylar Thompson (QB), Reggie Walker (DL).&nbsp;–&nbsp;<a href="http://k-statesports.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">k-statesports.com</a>&nbsp;–&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;——————RYAN LACKEYDirector of Football CommunicationsK-State AthleticsT&nbsp;785.532.7708 |&nbsp;C&nbsp;785.587.7865<a href="mailto:rlackey@kstatesports.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">rlackey@kstatesports.com</a><a href="http://k-statesports.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(75, 138, 243);">kstatesports.com</a>&nbsp;<img src="https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0?ui=2&amp;ik=3fe30182ee&amp;attid=0.1&amp;permmsgid=msg-f:1652025247373677639&amp;th=16ed2c35adaf5447&amp;view=fimg&amp;sz=s0-l75-ft&amp;attbid=ANGjdJ932Lu2mzLpHu2DX-s2GbPc3XsyZO9jY8LZ9IwEyxj32JAppt3cr142_aUiwKA-nGyRpakCUo38OZCxpX3ptu9xqm_3Q3craIHTn6oHn2r6BDPDJAwlNENFtWQ&amp;disp=emb" alt="signature_1425212803" height="23" width="191">&nbsp;... 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Fifteen Wildcats named to Coaches' All-Big 12 teams

MANHATTAN, Kan.&nbsp;– The Kansas State men’s basketball team unveiled its new white throwback uniforms on Monday night featuring&nbsp;the classic “Wildcats” script trimmed with purple and lavender jersey to go with white shorts featuring the vintage Wildcat logo, first worn by K-State during the 1972-73 season.&nbsp;K-State (5-2) will wear the uniforms in Saturday’s “White Out” game against Marquette (5-2) in the inaugural Big 12/Big East Battle at 8 p.m., CT at Bramlage Coliseum.&nbsp;The replica uniforms and a full Nike product line featuring the “Wildcats” script are now available at K-State Athletics’ official online store,&nbsp;<a href="http://shop.kstatesports.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">shop.kstatesports.com</a>, and the K-State Super Store located on McCall Road in Manhattan. The line is also available at the K-State Campus Store in the student union and Rally House and Dick’s Sporting Goods locations.&nbsp;Fans are encouraged to wear white in the nationally televised contest against the nationally ranked Golden Eagles with&nbsp;tickets available for less than $20 with a Wildcat 4 Pack. A limited number of Bootleg &amp; Basketball ticket packages still remain, which include the pre-game bourbon and whiskey tasting event&nbsp;in a secret location that will be revealed to ticket purchasers via text message the day of the event. ­&nbsp;Packages for the event include a special K-State branded snifter glass as well as food, spirit tastings and cocktails. Bootleg &amp; Basketball tickets for those who already have game tickets are just $30. Event tickets that also include a bench ticket to the game are only $50. A limited number of both ticket options are available.&nbsp;A variety of ticket options are available by visiting&nbsp;<a href="http://k-statesports.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">k-statesports.com</a>, calling (800) 221.CATS, or by visiting the Bramlage Coliseum ticket office in person from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.&nbsp;--<a href="http://www.kstatesports.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">www.kstatesports.com</a>—&nbsp; TOM GILBERTDirector for Men’s Basketball Communications | K-State Athletics &nbsp;

Official Nike  "Throwback Wildcats Script" merchandise available now

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575373533159.png">MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — Xavier Sneed had 18 points, Mike McGuirl scored 16 and Cartier Diarra provided 11 and Kansas State beat Florida A&amp;M 76-58 on Monday night.Evins Desir led the Rattlers with 18 points and eight rebounds and M.J. Randolph scored 10.The Wildcats (5-2) forced 17 turnovers and scored 18 fast break points off those mistakes as Kansas State had 20 turnovers, tied for their most this season.Kansas State outrebounded Florida A&amp;M 35-25 and scored 13 points on 12 offensive rebounds.The Rattlers (0-6) couldn’t get the outside shot to fall going 1-of-11, while the Wildcats hit nine 3s. McGuirl and Sneed combined for had six 3-pointers.Kansas State shot 54% and Florida A&amp;M went 45% from the field.

Sneed, McGuirl lead Kansas State past Florida A & M

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575339691763.png">The Junction City Blue Jays will bring an end to their 2019 football season Wednesday evening ( Dec. 4th ) at 7 p.m. at the Settles Auditorium at JCHS. Head Coach Randall Zimmerman said there will be an Awards night assembly followed by a Dessert Social. . The evening will last approximately one and a half hours. This event is open to the public.

Blue Jay football awards ceremony will be Wednesday evening

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575311475421.jpeg">r MANHATTAN, Kan.&nbsp;–&nbsp;With his 93-yard kickoff-return touchdown to open the game and set the tone for Kansas State’s 27-17 victory over Iowa State, freshmen wide receiver/returner&nbsp;Joshua Youngblood&nbsp;earned his second-consecutive Big 12 Special Teams Player of the Week honor, the conference office announced Monday.&nbsp;Youngblood is the only true freshman in the conference this year to earn offensive, defensive or special teams player of the week honors, while he is the Big 12’s first true freshman to do so in back-to-back weeks since Oklahoma’s Samaje Perine won two-straight offensive honors in November of 2014.&nbsp;A native of Tampa, Florida, Youngblood became the first freshman in school history and third player overall to return the opening kickoff for a touchdown. It was his nation-leading third KOR score, a mark that ranks third in school and Big 12 history. He ranks first in K-State and league history in kickoff-return touchdowns among freshmen, breaking the mark of current Seattle Seahawk&nbsp;Tyler Lockett, who had two for the Wildcats in 2011.&nbsp;Youngblood’s house call against the Cyclones was his second-straight game with a return touchdown as he took one back 100 yards against Texas Tech. He is the only player in the nation this season with KOR scores in consecutive games and the first Wildcat to do so since&nbsp;Morgan Burns, which was also at Texas Tech and against Iowa State.&nbsp;Youngblood leads the Big 12 in kickoff-return average at 38.1 yards per return – 12.0 yards better than any other player – and he would rank first in the nation if he had two more attempts to meet the NCAA’s required minimum.&nbsp;Thanks to its 8-4 record under first-year head coach&nbsp;Chris Klieman, Kansas State will learn its bowl destination and opponent this Sunday, December 8.&nbsp;–&nbsp;<a href="http://k-statesports.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">k-statesports.com</a>&nbsp;– RYAN LACKEYDirector of Football Communications

K-State's Youngblood earns second-straight Big 12 Weekly Honor

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575585400126.png">Stephen Lee Contrerez photo Barton County BARTON COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities authorities are investigating a Kansas man after a high-speed chase in Barton County. Just before 5.a.m. Thursday, the Great Bend Police Department received a report of a stolen vehicle in the city, according to Barton County Sheriff Brian Bellendir. A Great Bend police officer located the vehicle on 10th St. and attempted to stop the Chevrolet Traverse. The vehicle fled from the police department eastbound on 10th St. reaching speeds of approximately 112 MPH. The vehicle fled east from the City of Great Bend where Barton County Sheriff’s deputies became involved in the chase. The stolen vehicle went north on Kansas 156 Highway at speeds in excess of 100 miles an hour, at times shutting off its lights and driving left of center on the roadway. The chase continued into the northeast part of Barton County crossing Kansas 4, at one point entering a field and then coming back onto the roadway. At about 5:30 AM the suspect vehicle reached Northeast 180 Road near NE. 100th Ave. where the driver lost control. As a Sheriff’s patrol car approached the vehicle, the patrol unit was intentionally rammed by the suspect vehicle. Deputies were able to block the vehicle in and take the driver into custody approximately ½ mile west of Hitschmann, Kansas, according to Bellendir. The driver identified as Stephen Lee Contrerez 32, Great Bend, was arrested and transported to the Barton County Jail where he was booked on charges of aggravated battery of a law enforcement officer, felony flee and elude of a law enforcement officer, driving with no lights when required, driving while suspended and multiple other traffic violations. The suspect was also charged by the Great Bend Police Department with the stolen vehicle case. Contrerez is being held in lieu of a $100,000 bond. The Sheriff’s office was assisted by the Great Bend Police Department, the Claflin Police Department and the Kansas Highway Patrol.

Kan. man jailed after chase at speeds over 100mph

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575544344439.png">Google map MARION COUNTY — Authorities have classified the cause of a fatal fire residential fire in Marion as accidental, according to the Kansas State Fire Marshal. Just before 3p.m. Tuesday, police responded to a structure fire at 814 of east Lawrence or the intersection of Cedar and Lawrence in the City of Marion, according to a media release. Upon arrival the west side of the structure was fully engulfed in flames and heavy smoke. Once the fire was under control authorities located the body of Howard E. O'Connor, 47, within the west side of the structure. Authorities released no additional details ----------MARION COUNTY — Authorities are working to determine the cause of a fatal fire in Marion. Just before 3p.m. Tuesday, police responded to a structure fire at 814 of east Lawrence or the intersection of Cedar and Lawrence in the City of Marion, according to a media release. Upon arrival at the scene Officers attempted to locate any individuals that may be in the structure. The west side of the structure was fully engulfed in flames and heavy smoke, officers moved to a scene control and fire assistance role. Once the fire was under control a deceased male was located within the west side of the structure. The body was transferred to Frontier Forensics in Kansas City for identification. The Kansas State Fire Marshall’s Office was contacted to investigate the fire scene.

The Latest: Victim in fatal Kan. house fire identified 

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575577863987.jpeg">After three years as Johnson County's top election official, Election Commissioner Ronnie Metsker is resigning. He was appointed by former Secretary of State Kris Kobach. Andrea Tudhope / KCUR 89.3 file photo By ANDREA TUDHOPE<a href="https://www.kcur.org/post/johnson-countys-top-election-official-abruptly-resigns#stream/0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kansas News Service</a> Johnson County's top election official, Ronnie Metsker, is resigning just over a year after former Secretary of State Kris Kobach appointed him to a new four-year term.&nbsp;Kansas Secretary of State Scott Schwab announced the resignation in a statement, but did not say why Metsker is stepping down. All requests for comment from Metsker were directed to the secretary of state's office. "Under his management, the Johnson County Election Office oversaw a new era of election administration with modern technology and the implementation of a new voting system," Schwab said. During his three years as election commissioner, Metsker was <a href="https://www.kcur.org/post/johnson-county-promises-election-results-wont-be-late-time#stream/0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">scrutinized for serious delays in election results</a>. In the 2016 election, Johnson County was the last county in Kansas to report election results due to a <a href="http://www.kcur.org/post/huge-influx-ballots-johnson-county-delays-election-results#stream/0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">"huge influx" of advance ballots, voter registrations and higher voter turnout</a>, as well as old voting machines. In last year's primaries, even with new machines, Johnson County&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kcur.org/post/once-again-johnson-county-last-kansas-report-election-results#stream/0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">again the last to report results</a>&nbsp;to the point that several statewide results couldn't be called until the next morning. There were also concerns regarding Metsker's political ties: He had been chairman of the Johnson County GOP for seven years before his appointment. Plus, when Kobach ran for Kansas governor in 2018, he and Metsker communicated on the night of the primary, according to <a href="https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/editorials/article217576410.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">a Kansas City Star report. </a>That raised questions about whether Kobach, who as secretary of state would have overseen the elections, had any influence on the close race against opponent then-Gov. Jeff Colyer.&nbsp; Until a permanent replacement is named, the Johnson County Election Office will be jointly managed by county employees under the supervision of Schwab. He has appointed a six-member committee from his office and the county government to interview candidates. <a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsos.ks.gov%2FjobApp%2Fdefault.aspx&amp;data=02%7C01%7CKatie.Koupal%40ks.gov%7Cb404250c1a644b22e2df08d7799846ee%7Cdcae8101c92d480cbc43c6761ccccc5a%7C0%7C0%7C637111567232665080&amp;sdata=LgZ5U73lA2nxHR2BE%2BZgFZetHbp445DwXm94k%2Blly4Q%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The application period ends on Jan. 6.&nbsp;</a> Andrea Tudhope is a reporter at KCUR 89.3. Email her at <a href="mailto:andreat@kcur.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">andreat@kcur.org</a>, and follow her on Twitter <a href="http://twitter.com/andreatudhope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@andreatudhope</a>.

Johnson County's top election official abruptly resigns 

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575576321672.png">Wednesday night crash Photo Barton County Sheriff BARTON COUNTY — Ten head of swine died in an accident just after 11:30p.m. Wednesday in Barton County. A 2008 Kenworth truck tractor and livestock semi-trailer loaded with 155 head of swine and driven by Eliseo Lozano, 26, Guymon, OK., was eastbound at the junction of U.S. 56 at Kansas 156 approximately 3 miles east of Great Bend, according to Sheriff Brian Bellendir. The truck overturned while the driver was attempting to make a turn. It appears the driver may have cut the turn to sharp, causing the livestock to shift and overturning the trailer, according to Belledir. The Sheriff’s office and other personnel were on the scene until approximately 2:30a.m. offloading the livestock to another truck. Approximately 10 head of swine were killed in the accident

Sheriff: Swine killed when semi overturns in Barton Co.

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575566363887.png">Wednesday night accident scene <a href="http://www.kake.com/story/41409000/one-in-critical-condition-after-wreck-in-west-wichita" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">photo courtesy KAKE</a> SEDGWICK COUNTY — Two people were injured in an accident just before 10:30p.m. Wednesday in Sedgwick County. The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2001 Honda SUV driven by Matthew D. Reed, 25, Wichita, was northbound on Interstate 235 in northwest Wichita. The driver attempted to avoid a previous accident scene in the road.&nbsp;The Honda struck&nbsp;Daniel L. Ferris, 35, Wichita, who was out of the damaged vehicle from an earlier crash. EMS transported Ferris and Reed to a Wichita hospital.&nbsp;Ferris was properly restrained at the time of the accident, according to the KHP.

Kan. man outside vehicle after crash struck by SUV

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575566813363.png">Photo courtesy Textron Aviation WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — Textron Aviation says the company is laying off an undisclosed number of workers, with most of the layoffs at its headquarters in Wichita. The company announced the layoffs Thursday but did not say how many employees would be affected. Company spokeswoman Stephanie Harder said in a statement the job losses would be mostly in engineering and business support. She said the layoffs won’t involve the direct workforce, such as hourly manufacturing and customer support. The layoffs will be effective Dec. 31. &nbsp;Textron offered a voluntary retirement program for salaried exempt employees. Harder said Textron plans to continue hiring skilled advanced aviation manufacturing positions as they are needed.Textron Aviation employs nearly 10,000 people in Wichita.

Textron Aviation announces layoffs, most in Kansas

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575558079778.png"> Wedgeworth photo Barton Co. BARTON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas felon on new charges after a drug bust in Barton County. Just before 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, police executed a narcotics search warrant at a residence located at 1200 9th Street in Great Bend, according to a media release. Upon arrival, police arrested Tiffany Wedgeworth, age 31, on a warrant for failure to appear through Great Bend Municipal Court. During a thorough search of the residence, police found methamphetamine, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia. Wedgeworth was arrested and transported to the Barton County Detention Center where she was booked in lieu of bond on the arrest warrant and multiple narcotics violations. She has four previous convictions that include drugs and for battery, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections

Police find drugs, arrest Kansas felon in Great Bend

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575479199267.png">First responders on the scene Tuesday <a href="https://www.kwch.com/content/news/1-killed-in-north-Wichita-train-accident-565759842.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">night photo courtesy KWCH</a> SEDGWICK COUNTY — Authorities are investigating a fatal accident at a rail yard in Kansas and have identified the victim. Just after 6p.m. Tuesday, police responded to an individual stuck under a train at the Union Pacific Facility in the 2600 Block of North New York in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.First responders found 46-year-old Steven Seidl of McPherson, with critical injuries. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators learned Seidl was working with a crew moving train cars for loading at the time of the accident. ------------SEDGWICK COUNTY — Authorities are investigating a fatal accident at a rail yard in Kansas Just after 6p.m. Tuesday, police responded to an individual stuck under a train at the Union Pacific Facility in the 2600 Block of North New York in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson. First responders found a 46-year-old man from McPherson with critical injuries. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators learned the man was working with a crew moving train cars for loading. He was struck and fatally injured. Davidson did not release the victim’s name.

Police identify Kansas man who died in railroad accident

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575554925834.png">House Speaker Pelosi during Thursday's announcement -image courtesy Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives WASHINGTON (AP) — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says the House is drafting articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump.&nbsp; Watch the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NancyPelosi/videos/452401025692170/">Speaker's statement here.</a> She made the announcement in an unusual public statement Thursday morning. On Wednesday, Pelosi met behind closed doors with her Democratic caucus and asked whether they were ”ready." The answer was a resounding yes, according to those in the room. Democrats are charging toward a Christmastime vote on impeachment, a situation Pelosi hoped to avoid.&nbsp;.

Pelosi OKs drafting of impeachment articles against Trump

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575545813213.png">Photo courtesy Rep. Brandon Woodard OLATHE, Kan. (AP) The City of Olathe has approved a nondiscrimination ordinance to provide protections to LGBTQ residents.The city council's vote on Tuesday came after months of debate and before a packed meeting room. The ordinance prohibits discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity. It includes exemptions for educational, religious and political institutions. Olathe is the last of the major cities in Johnson County to adopt such an ordinance.&nbsp;

Another Kansas community OKs nondiscrimination ordinance

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575489051907.png">Arlandez Drew photo Jackson County KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — A Kansas City man has been charged with killing his girlfriend's 2-month-old son. Twenty-eight-year-old Arlandez Drew was charged Tuesday with abuse or neglect of a child resulting in death. Charging documents say Jamarion Holland was rushed to a hospital in August. Drew told police he had been watching Jamarion when the baby appeared to convulse after he was fed formula. Drew said he found a neighbor who performed CPR until an ambulance arrived. The baby died two days later. Drew told police he didn't hurt the child. A medical examiner determined that the child's death was a homicide, caused by complications of head and neck trauma. A scan of the baby's brain showed bleeding in the brain and extreme swelling. Bond is set at $75,000. No attorney is listed for him in online court records.

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