Aug. 27th is the date for the 5th annual Brandon Stroda Fishing Derby at Homer's Pond in Junction City. The hours will be 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This is a free event that will include fishing, food and prizes.&nbsp;

Aug. 27th is the date for the 5th annual Brandon Stroda Fishing Derby at Homer's Pond in Junction City. The hours will be 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.This is a free event that will include fishing, food and prizes.&nbsp;

Kids can try their luck with fishing at Homer's Pond

Geary County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing on the proposed 2023 County budget on Aug. 22 at 11 a.m. at the County Office Building.

Trish Giordano said the planned County budget includes a drop in the property tax mill levy from 70.4 this year to 60.1 mills next year. "$1.1 million we're asking less from the taxpayers." The amount is four mills under the revenue neutral rate

Giordano cited the use of detailed budgeting as a factor in the ability to make a reduction, "and you know where your money is going. " There was excess carryover cash in some of the accounts. "I think that actually freed up some monies to where we were actually able to take care of the hospital, our employees with our wage study and the taxpayers so I feel it's a win win this year."

Following the public hearing the commission can adopted the 2023 budget.

Geary County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing on the proposed 2023 County budget on Aug. 22 at 11 a.m. at the County Office Building.Trish Giordano said the planned County budget includes a drop in the property tax mill levy from 70.4 this year to 60.1 mills next year. "$1.1 million we're asking less from the taxpayers." The amount is four mills under the revenue neutral rateGiordano cited the use of detailed budgeting as a factor in the ability to make a reduction, "and you know where your money is going. " There was excess carryover cash in some of the accounts. "I think that actually freed up some monies to where we were actually able to take care of the hospital, our employees with our wage study and the taxpayers so I feel it's a win win this year."Following the public hearing the commission can adopted the 2023 budget.

Geary County taxes could drop in 2023

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post

The Wamego Police Department (WPD),&nbsp;along with the Riley County Police Department (RCPD), are asking the community's help in locating two runaway teen girls.

WPD had previously <a href="https://littleapplepost.com/posts/5ae2aab2-d674-41b5-949d-28dea5cf0e02">requested assistance on Monday, August 15th</a> in locating missing 15-year old, Trinity after she ran away from a residence in Salina, Kansas on August 12, 2022.

Trinity is 5'2" and weighs approximately 130 pounds. She had red and black hair when she was last seen.&nbsp;

She is believed to be in the Manhattan, Junction City or Fort Riley areas, and may be accompanied by now missing 16-year old Alejandra.

Alejandra is a female runaway from Manhattan. She is 5'7" and weighs approximately 125 pounds. Alejandra has brown eyes and frequently changes the color of her hair.

If you have information on the location of either Trinity or Alejandra or both girls, please contact the&nbsp;Wamego Police at (785) 456-9553, RCPD at (785) 537-2112, or Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers at (785) 539-7777.

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1660755868084.jpeg" alt="Missing girls-Trinity &amp; Alejandra, photos from Riley County &amp; Wamego PDs" />
 <figcaption>Missing girls-Trinity &amp; Alejandra, photos from Riley County &amp; Wamego PDs</figcaption>
 </figure>The Wamego Police Department (WPD),&nbsp;along with the Riley County Police Department (RCPD), are asking the community's help in locating two runaway teen girls.WPD had previously <a href="https://littleapplepost.com/posts/5ae2aab2-d674-41b5-949d-28dea5cf0e02">requested assistance on Monday, August 15th</a> in locating missing 15-year old, Trinity after she ran away from a residence in Salina, Kansas on August 12, 2022.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1660664828476.jpeg" alt="Missing Kid Trinity, picture from Wamego Police Department" />
 <figcaption>Missing Kid Trinity, picture from Wamego Police Department</figcaption>
 </figure>Trinity is 5'2" and weighs approximately 130 pounds. She had red and black hair when she was last seen.&nbsp;She is believed to be in the Manhattan, Junction City or Fort Riley areas, and may be accompanied by now missing 16-year old Alejandra.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1660756281815.png" alt="runaway Alejandra, picture from RCPD" />
 <figcaption>runaway Alejandra, picture from RCPD</figcaption>
 </figure>Alejandra is a female runaway from Manhattan. She is 5'7" and weighs approximately 125 pounds. Alejandra has brown eyes and frequently changes the color of her hair.If you have information on the location of either Trinity or Alejandra or both girls, please contact the&nbsp;Wamego Police at (785) 456-9553, RCPD at (785) 537-2112, or Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers at (785) 539-7777.

MISSING: Law enforcement searching for two runaway teen girls presumed to be together

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. Bonds have been posted.

Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable.

Diedra Graves, Driving while license cancelled / suspended / revoked; misdemeanor, Arrested 8/15

Stacey Stoddard, Failure to appear, Arrested 8/16

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. Bonds have been posted.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1660751070268.jpeg" alt="Kacey Selby, Failure to appear, Arrested 8/15" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1660751105301.jpeg" alt="Marshon Swanson, Possession of controlled substance, Use / possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Interference with LEO ( 2 counts ), Arrested 8/15" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1660751308625.jpeg" alt="Robin Bond, Theft of services, Arrested 8/15" />
 <figcaption>Robin Bond, Theft of services, Arrested 8/15</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1660751344875.jpeg" alt="Robert Searles Jr., Failure to appear, Arrested 8/15" />
 <figcaption>Robert Searles Jr., Failure to appear, Arrested 8/15</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1660751536357.jpeg" alt="Paul Arcuri, Probation violation, Arrested 8/15" />
 <figcaption>Paul Arcuri, Probation violation, Arrested 8/15</figcaption>
 </figure>Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable.Diedra Graves, Driving while license cancelled / suspended / revoked; misdemeanor, Arrested 8/15Stacey Stoddard, Failure to appear, Arrested 8/16Recent 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. Bonds have been posted.

Geary County Booking Photos Aug. 16

RILEY COUNTY—Six people were injured in an accident just after 6p.m. Tuesday in Riley County.

A 2011 Ford F-150 driven by Gabriel Anderson, 24, of Clay Center was&nbsp; westbound on Madison Road at North Billings Street and rear-ended a 2016 Lincoln Navigator driven by Mohammad Nomani, 40, of Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

The impact caused the Navigator to spin into the eastbound lane where it was rear-ended again by a 2017 Ford F-150 driven by Nathan Mead, 45, of Manhattan. 

EMS transported an adult female and three juvenile passengers in the Lincoln and&nbsp; an adult female and one juvenile passenger in the 2017 Ford to Via Christi for treatment of minor injuries.

 Anderson was issued a citation for following too closely, according to the RCPD.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1660700143795.jpeg" alt="Crash at Madison and N. Billings -photo by Becky Goff, Little Apple Post" />
 <figcaption>Crash at Madison and N. Billings -photo by Becky Goff, Little Apple Post</figcaption>
 </figure>RILEY COUNTY—Six people were injured in an accident just after 6p.m. Tuesday in Riley County.A 2011 Ford F-150 driven by Gabriel Anderson, 24, of Clay Center was&nbsp; westbound on Madison Road at North Billings Street and rear-ended a 2016 Lincoln Navigator driven by Mohammad Nomani, 40, of Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.The impact caused the Navigator to spin into the eastbound lane where it was rear-ended again by a 2017 Ford F-150 driven by Nathan Mead, 45, of Manhattan. EMS transported an adult female and three juvenile passengers in the Lincoln and&nbsp; an adult female and one juvenile passenger in the 2017 Ford to Via Christi for treatment of minor injuries. Anderson was issued a citation for following too closely, according to the RCPD.

6 hospitalized after 3-vehicle Riley Co. crash

The JC Breakfast Optimist Club’s guest speakers on August 17 were Melanie Laster and Jim Sands, who are among those working on the Buffalo Soldier Trail Project in Geary County. Melanie is the Secretary/Treasurer and Jim is the President. Others involved in the project include Margy Stewart, Delilah Hamilton, Fred Reid, and Heather Hagedorn.

Both expressed concern that “our rich history of the Black community in Geary County be celebrated and not get lost.” Jim Sands also said that “we need stories and artifacts brought to the Geary County Museum to remind us about the Black families and experiences of those families that lived and worked here.

The source of funding for this project to this point has come from a $10,000 grant provided by the Kansas Humanities Foundation. “Goals of the project are to educate people about the diversity and what we can continue to do to work together. Ways community members can help with the project is by donating lumber, printing, helping with signage, marketing, and concrete work.”

Laster stated that “this will not be a walking tour on a trail, but sites will be visited by car or bus around different parts of the city.” The sites currently identified on the Buffalo Soldier Trail will include the Geary County Historical Society Museum; Ward Chapel AME Church; Buffalo Soldier Monument; Pawnee Park and Village; The Buffalo Soldier Service Organization (USO); The Pentecostal Church; Church of God; VFW Post 8773; Highland Cemetery; Second Missionary Baptist Church and the entrance to Rathert Field. The plan is to have signage with information at or near the site to explain the significance of that site to the visitor.

The JC Breakfast Optimist Club meets every Wednesday at the Hampton Inn located at 1029 S. Washington Street in Junction City. A free breakfast buffet is available for those who attend a meeting for the first time, which is served at 6:30 AM. The Optimist Club meeting begins at 6:50 AM. 

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1660746136095.jpeg" alt="Pictured left to right: Jim Sands, President of the Buffalo Soldier Trail Project; Melanie Laster, Secretary/Treasurer of the Buffalo Soldier Trail Project and Don Manley, President of the JC Breakfast Optimist Club." />
 <figcaption>Pictured left to right: Jim Sands, President of the Buffalo Soldier Trail Project; Melanie Laster, Secretary/Treasurer of the Buffalo Soldier Trail Project and Don Manley, President of the JC Breakfast Optimist Club.</figcaption>
 </figure>The JC Breakfast Optimist Club’s guest speakers on August 17 were Melanie Laster and Jim Sands, who are among those working on the Buffalo Soldier Trail Project in Geary County. Melanie is the Secretary/Treasurer and Jim is the President. Others involved in the project include Margy Stewart, Delilah Hamilton, Fred Reid, and Heather Hagedorn.Both expressed concern that “our rich history of the Black community in Geary County be celebrated and not get lost.” Jim Sands also said that “we need stories and artifacts brought to the Geary County Museum to remind us about the Black families and experiences of those families that lived and worked here.The source of funding for this project to this point has come from a $10,000 grant provided by the Kansas Humanities Foundation. “Goals of the project are to educate people about the diversity and what we can continue to do to work together. Ways community members can help with the project is by donating lumber, printing, helping with signage, marketing, and concrete work.”Laster stated that “this will not be a walking tour on a trail, but sites will be visited by car or bus around different parts of the city.” The sites currently identified on the Buffalo Soldier Trail will include the Geary County Historical Society Museum; Ward Chapel AME Church; Buffalo Soldier Monument; Pawnee Park and Village; The Buffalo Soldier Service Organization (USO); The Pentecostal Church; Church of God; VFW Post 8773; Highland Cemetery; Second Missionary Baptist Church and the entrance to Rathert Field. The plan is to have signage with information at or near the site to explain the significance of that site to the visitor.The JC Breakfast Optimist Club meets every Wednesday at the Hampton Inn located at 1029 S. Washington Street in Junction City. A free breakfast buffet is available for those who attend a meeting for the first time, which is served at 6:30 AM. The Optimist Club meeting begins at 6:50 AM.

JC Breakfast Optimist Club Learns About The Buffalo Soldier Trail Project

RILEY COUNTY—A Manhattan woman was injured in an accident just after 1p.m. Tuesday.

A 2019 Jeep Cherokee driven by 71-year-old Beth Bergsten of Manhattan, was traveling near&nbsp; the intersection of Wildcat Creek Road and N. Scenic Drive in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. 

The Jeep flipped into the trees near Wildcat Creek. EMS transported Bergsten to Via Christi for treatment of minor injuries. The RCPD released no additional details.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1660693163318.jpeg" alt="Car crash south of Anderson and Scenic roundabout-photo by Beck Goff, Little Apple Post" />
 <figcaption>Car crash south of Anderson and Scenic roundabout-photo by Beck Goff, Little Apple Post</figcaption>
 </figure>RILEY COUNTY—A Manhattan woman was injured in an accident just after 1p.m. Tuesday.A 2019 Jeep Cherokee driven by 71-year-old Beth Bergsten of Manhattan, was traveling near&nbsp; the intersection of Wildcat Creek Road and N. Scenic Drive in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. The Jeep flipped into the trees near Wildcat Creek. EMS transported Bergsten to Via Christi for treatment of minor injuries. The RCPD released no additional details.

Manhattan woman injured after jeep flips into trees

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Legacy Kansas is the official name while the subtitle for the new restaurant in Abilene is Munson's Prime Steaks Brookville Family Style Chicken. Deanna and Chuck Munson purchased the former Brookville Hotel that has been closed for several months and have combined it with their former Munson Prime restaurant which was destroyed by a fire.&nbsp;

Deanna Munson said the history of both entities dates back into the 1800's. "The Brookville Hotel and the family that started it goes back to 1870. If you look at the Munson history of establishing the meat which is the reason why we had the restaurant, Munson's Prime, that all started in 1869 when Carl Munson came to Junction City." Munson began to acquire cattle and in 1924 the family went to a registered cow herd. Munson's Prime was opened in 2014. "So we're talking legacy of both entities."

Deanna said right now reservations only are required to eat at Legacy Kansas. Challenges hiring enough staff to do walk in open seating is the reason why. Currently about 100 people can be served. "This facility could seat 225 people at a setting, but right now we have 12 people ( employees ). We need 40 to 50 employees in order to truly do the whole thing. "

At this point the restaurant is serving the fried chicken dinner with all of the sides that the Brookville Hotel served. They are also serving an option of country fried steak instead of the chicken. Eventually there will be gourmet steaks and burgers served, and at that time there will be a plated menu as well as the family style chicken dinners. Later homemade Munson ice cream will be served, and in the meantime Call Hall ice cream is being brought in from K-State.

The restaurant is open 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Monday, and 11 until 2 and 4:30 - 7:30 on Sundays. You can make reservations at legacykansasabilene.com or by calling 1-785-200-3973 Thursday through Monday from 2:30 to 6:30.

One thing that has already occurred is the location of the diner's cities. They have come from numerous cities in Kansas.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1660698775533.jpeg" alt="Photo courtesy of the Abilene Convention &amp; Visitors Bureau" />
 <figcaption>Photo courtesy of the Abilene Convention &amp; Visitors Bureau</figcaption>
 </figure>By Dewey TerrillJC PostLegacy Kansas is the official name while the subtitle for the new restaurant in Abilene is Munson's Prime Steaks Brookville Family Style Chicken. Deanna and Chuck Munson purchased the former Brookville Hotel that has been closed for several months and have combined it with their former Munson Prime restaurant which was destroyed by a fire.&nbsp;Deanna Munson said the history of both entities dates back into the 1800's. "The Brookville Hotel and the family that started it goes back to 1870. If you look at the Munson history of establishing the meat which is the reason why we had the restaurant, Munson's Prime, that all started in 1869 when Carl Munson came to Junction City." Munson began to acquire cattle and in 1924 the family went to a registered cow herd. Munson's Prime was opened in 2014. "So we're talking legacy of both entities."Deanna said right now reservations only are required to eat at Legacy Kansas. Challenges hiring enough staff to do walk in open seating is the reason why. Currently about 100 people can be served. "This facility could seat 225 people at a setting, but right now we have 12 people ( employees ). We need 40 to 50 employees in order to truly do the whole thing. "At this point the restaurant is serving the fried chicken dinner with all of the sides that the Brookville Hotel served. They are also serving an option of country fried steak instead of the chicken. Eventually there will be gourmet steaks and burgers served, and at that time there will be a plated menu as well as the family style chicken dinners. Later homemade Munson ice cream will be served, and in the meantime Call Hall ice cream is being brought in from K-State.The restaurant is open 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Monday, and 11 until 2 and 4:30 - 7:30 on Sundays. You can make reservations at legacykansasabilene.com or by calling 1-785-200-3973 Thursday through Monday from 2:30 to 6:30.One thing that has already occurred is the location of the diner's cities. They have come from numerous cities in Kansas.&nbsp;

Long awaited dining destination opens in Abilene

Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association Kansas Chapter 21-1 will host their annual 9 / 11 Dice Run to benefit local Soldiers and Veterans.

The event is scheduled on Sept. 10 with registration going from 9 - 10 a.m. at City Cycle Sales in Junction City. The first bike is out at 9:30 a.m. and the last bike at 10:15 a.m.&nbsp; The last bike will be due in at 4:30 p.m. at the American Legion in Chapman.

There will be breakfast available for purchase.&nbsp;

Cost per card for the run is $15 for the first one, $5 for an additional card and $1 for a bug Dot challenge. Pay outs for highest overall score, lowest overall score and 100%&nbsp; payout for the Bug dot.&nbsp;

Raffle tickets will be available on site for the raffle to be awarded at&nbsp; the final stop in Chapman. The cost is $20 for a stretch of tickets and $1 per ticket.

Weapon raffle tickets and drawing the day of the ride are $10 for one ticket and $25 for three tickets.

Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association Kansas Chapter 21-1 will host their annual 9 / 11 Dice Run to benefit local Soldiers and Veterans.The event is scheduled on Sept. 10 with registration going from 9 - 10 a.m. at City Cycle Sales in Junction City. The first bike is out at 9:30 a.m. and the last bike at 10:15 a.m.&nbsp; The last bike will be due in at 4:30 p.m. at the American Legion in Chapman.There will be breakfast available for purchase.&nbsp;Cost per card for the run is $15 for the first one, $5 for an additional card and $1 for a bug Dot challenge. Pay outs for highest overall score, lowest overall score and 100%&nbsp; payout for the Bug dot.&nbsp;Raffle tickets will be available on site for the raffle to be awarded at&nbsp; the final stop in Chapman. The cost is $20 for a stretch of tickets and $1 per ticket.Weapon raffle tickets and drawing the day of the ride are $10 for one ticket and $25 for three tickets.

There will be a 9/11 Dice Run

There has been a vacancy on the Geary County Public Building Commission for a few months. County Commissioner Keith Ascher said that they want to open it up to the general public. "Since I'm the representative from the commission on that board I think it's appropriate that they contact me if they're interested, and they can do that through my email at keith.ascher@gearycounty.org."

There has been a vacancy on the Geary County Public Building Commission for a few months. County Commissioner Keith Ascher said that they want to open it up to the general public. "Since I'm the representative from the commission on that board I think it's appropriate that they contact me if they're interested, and they can do that through my email at keith.ascher@gearycounty.org."

County seeks Public Building Commission member

Geary County Commissioners received an update this week on the financial needs for the Fresh Start Emergency Shelter. Alex Tyson, Commission Chair, said the Shelter needs funding to help with staff and providing basic services. "From noon until four they are able to provide one meal a day, "but they're looking for possibly growing and getting some staff in there to fill longer hours."

Tyson said Shelter officials did not have a specific funding request. In recent weeks the County had stopped providing funding for the facility but Tyson noted that the governing body may look at giving the Shelter the amount that the County had authorized for this year. There would still have to be a determination on an amount for 2023.

Geary County Commissioners received an update this week on the financial needs for the Fresh Start Emergency Shelter. Alex Tyson, Commission Chair, said the Shelter needs funding to help with staff and providing basic services. "From noon until four they are able to provide one meal a day, "but they're looking for possibly growing and getting some staff in there to fill longer hours."Tyson said Shelter officials did not have a specific funding request. In recent weeks the County had stopped providing funding for the facility but Tyson noted that the governing body may look at giving the Shelter the amount that the County had authorized for this year. There would still have to be a determination on an amount for 2023.

Emergency Shelter funding is a topic for commissioners

MANHATTAN —Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged criminal damage at the pool in Manhattan.

Just after noon Monday, officers filed a report for criminal damage to property in the 200 block of Springboard Lane in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

&nbsp;The City of Manhattan reported an unknown suspect smashed three large glass windows while trying to gain entry to City Pool. 

Authorities are working to get an estimate on the total loss associated with this case.&nbsp; Anyone with information can contact RCPD or the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=353#">Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers</a>. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

MANHATTAN —Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged criminal damage at the pool in Manhattan.Just after noon Monday, officers filed a report for criminal damage to property in the 200 block of Springboard Lane in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.&nbsp;The City of Manhattan reported an unknown suspect smashed three large glass windows while trying to gain entry to City Pool. Authorities are working to get an estimate on the total loss associated with this case.&nbsp; Anyone with information can contact RCPD or the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=353#">Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers</a>. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

RCPD: Suspect smashed windows at City Pool

Organizations and individuals can participate in the Adopt-A-Room program at the Fresh Start Emergency Shelter, 136 W. 3rd St. in Junction City.

Basic requested items include bedding&nbsp; for double, twin and adult twin beds, towels, 48-inch wide blinds, room sizes 12-feet by 12-feet, floor space approximately 4-feet by 4-feet, and most rooms have two beds. Family spaces are available.

A donation of $500 can be used to adopt a room. Call Fresh Start between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. for details. The telephone number is 785-390-0102.

Organizations and individuals can participate in the Adopt-A-Room program at the Fresh Start Emergency Shelter, 136 W. 3rd St. in Junction City.Basic requested items include bedding&nbsp; for double, twin and adult twin beds, towels, 48-inch wide blinds, room sizes 12-feet by 12-feet, floor space approximately 4-feet by 4-feet, and most rooms have two beds. Family spaces are available.A donation of $500 can be used to adopt a room. Call Fresh Start between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. for details. The telephone number is 785-390-0102.

Fresh Start Emergency Shelter will present Adopt-A-Room

Geary County Commissioners will conduct a Town Hall meeting on Aug. 25th at 6 p.m. at the C.L. Hoover Opera House to inform the public about Geary Community Hospital. Local officials have been working on a $32 million bond issue to help the financially challenged GCH make it through the year until Jan. 1st when Stormont Vail is scheduled to assume oversight of Geary Community.

Alex Tyson, Chair of&nbsp; the Commission, said many people don't know the plan. "I think as a community we need to know which way we're going." He added that it's important to be transparent and inform the public about what will be done.

Tyson said the Town Hall will be in the theater portion of the Opera House. He is hopeful that many people will attend.

Geary County Commissioners will conduct a Town Hall meeting on Aug. 25th at 6 p.m. at the C.L. Hoover Opera House to inform the public about Geary Community Hospital. Local officials have been working on a $32 million bond issue to help the financially challenged GCH make it through the year until Jan. 1st when Stormont Vail is scheduled to assume oversight of Geary Community.Alex Tyson, Chair of&nbsp; the Commission, said many people don't know the plan. "I think as a community we need to know which way we're going." He added that it's important to be transparent and inform the public about what will be done.Tyson said the Town Hall will be in the theater portion of the Opera House. He is hopeful that many people will attend.

County will hold a Town Hall meeting to explain hospital support

POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY—A 7-year-old Kansas boy injured in a 3-vehicle crash August 10 in Pottawatomie County has died.

&nbsp;On Saturday, 7-year-old Korbin Tinkel of Wamego died from injuries in the crash that also took the life of his father, according to the Kansas Highway Patrol.

&nbsp;Just after 5:30p.m. Wednesday,&nbsp;a 2015 Western semi driven by&nbsp; Mark E&nbsp;Stanwix, 44, Lecompton, was eastbound on U.S. 24 just west of Airport Road.

The semi rear-ended a 2008 Ford Edge driven by Megan K. Schindler, 34, St. Mary's, who was slowing and coming up behind a 2013 Ford F250 driven by Randy L. Tinkel, 37, Wamego, who was stopped waiting to make a left turn.&nbsp; The impact pushed the semi and Ford Edge into the pickup.

The Ford Edge came to rest on its side north of the roadway. The Ford F250 came to rest on the south side of the roadway on its roof. The semi&nbsp; came to rest on the south of the roadway in a field.

Randy Tinkel was pronounced dead at the scene and was transported to&nbsp;Stewart's Funeral Home.

EMS transported a Korbin Tinkel and a 2-year-old boy in the pickup to Children's Mercy.&nbsp; EMS transported a third passenger in the Ford F 250 Jillian C Tinkel, 36, Wamego, to Wamego Health Center.

EMS transported Schindler to Stormont Vail. Stanwix was not injured. The 2-year-old in the Ford was the only occupant properly restrained, according to the KHP.

Friends have established an<a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-tinkel-family?fbclid=IwAR2wLQangBYwDQqLsHW3jm_7fyAose8Xm7hF_K3tO3d8BFHzTBaz0c8AcJA"> online fundraiser</a> to assist the family.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1660646486395.png" alt="Photo courtesy GoFundMe" />
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 </figure>POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY—A 7-year-old Kansas boy injured in a 3-vehicle crash August 10 in Pottawatomie County has died.&nbsp;On Saturday, 7-year-old Korbin Tinkel of Wamego died from injuries in the crash that also took the life of his father, according to the Kansas Highway Patrol.&nbsp;Just after 5:30p.m. Wednesday,&nbsp;a 2015 Western semi driven by&nbsp; Mark E&nbsp;Stanwix, 44, Lecompton, was eastbound on U.S. 24 just west of Airport Road.The semi rear-ended a 2008 Ford Edge driven by Megan K. Schindler, 34, St. Mary's, who was slowing and coming up behind a 2013 Ford F250 driven by Randy L. Tinkel, 37, Wamego, who was stopped waiting to make a left turn.&nbsp; The impact pushed the semi and Ford Edge into the pickup.The Ford Edge came to rest on its side north of the roadway. The Ford F250 came to rest on the south side of the roadway on its roof. The semi&nbsp; came to rest on the south of the roadway in a field.Randy Tinkel was pronounced dead at the scene and was transported to&nbsp;Stewart's Funeral Home.EMS transported a Korbin Tinkel and a 2-year-old boy in the pickup to Children's Mercy.&nbsp; EMS transported a third passenger in the Ford F 250 Jillian C Tinkel, 36, Wamego, to Wamego Health Center.EMS transported Schindler to Stormont Vail. Stanwix was not injured. The 2-year-old in the Ford was the only occupant properly restrained, according to the KHP.Friends have established an<a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-tinkel-family?fbclid=IwAR2wLQangBYwDQqLsHW3jm_7fyAose8Xm7hF_K3tO3d8BFHzTBaz0c8AcJA"> online fundraiser</a> to assist the family.

7-year-old Wamego boy dies from injuries in 3-vehicle crash

Geary County Landfill will return to regular operation hours on Sept. 6. The hours will be 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

According to a release from the Public Works Department only brush and tree limbs will be accepted. The service will be free for Geary County residents and $15 per ton for commercial customers.

The Landfill is located just south of Interstate 70, Exit 298.

Geary County Landfill will return to regular operation hours on Sept. 6. The hours will be 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.According to a release from the Public Works Department only brush and tree limbs will be accepted. The service will be free for Geary County residents and $15 per ton for commercial customers.The Landfill is located just south of Interstate 70, Exit 298.

Geary County Landfill will change operating hours in September

Number of items collected and the amount of cash received for the Stuff the Bus school supply effort have been calculated by Junction City - Geary County United Way.&nbsp;

According to Nichole Mader, Director, there were a total of 7,009 items collected including:

School supplies for children were donated to 19 schools including all schools in USD 475, St. Xavier and Chapman USD 473.

Number of items collected and the amount of cash received for the Stuff the Bus school supply effort have been calculated by Junction City - Geary County United Way.&nbsp;According to Nichole Mader, Director, there were a total of 7,009 items collected including:--163 backpacks--73 adopt-A-Backpacks--239 3-ring binders--556 composition books--849 boxes of crayons--$2,237.12There were 232 volunteer hours.School supplies for children were donated to 19 schools including all schools in USD 475, St. Xavier and Chapman USD 473.

Stuff the Bus totals are available from United Way

By Pat Melgares, K-State Research and Extension news service&nbsp;

MANHATTAN, Kan. – Officials with two of the pillars of community health in Kansas acknowledged their shared history and the importance of working together for the well-being of the state’s citizens.&nbsp;

“When I talk to extension professionals in the field, the word I use when referring to public health is ‘ally,’” said Elaine Johannes, the Kansas Health Foundation’s Distinguished Professor of Community Health at Kansas State University.&nbsp;

“Each of our organizations has our particular role, but being allies for Kansas communities is important. From extension’s point of view, being an ally with public health is especially important because public health sees things going on before we are even aware.”&nbsp;

Shelly Schneider, a state public health nurse specialist with the Kansas Department of Health and the Environment, said there are 100 local health departments serving 105 Kansas counties.&nbsp;

Local offices are supported by the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kalhd.org/" target="_blank">Kansas Association of Local Health Departments</a>.&nbsp;

Schneider said Kansas’ system of public health is de-centralized, meaning that a Board of Health (often the county commission) establishes and oversees each local health department, and decisions are made locally together. “Every (local) health department,” she said, “needs to make sure they are meeting their county’s needs.”&nbsp;

The span of offices across the state and local decision-making are trademarks of public health and extension. Both systems have been in existence for more than 100 years. In some circles, Kansas’ extension system is considered the first of its kind in the country; public health shares a similar standing.&nbsp;

“It’s kind of cool when you look back at the history of public health in Kansas and understand how it impacted the whole United States in the development of public health in other states,” Schneider said. “I’m sure extension led the way, as well.”&nbsp;

Schneider said she began her career in public health in a local office – a role similar to a local extension agent. Public health offers programs addressing WIC (Women, Infants, Children), air quality, nuisance violations, immunizations, maternal child health, family planning, chronic disease, pregnancy, emergency health preparedness and more.&nbsp;

“Public health is not only the health we all think of,” said Schneider, alluding to physical health. “It can be safe transportation, safe neighborhoods, reducing violence…”&nbsp;

“When I was at the local level, I always had the mindset that if it wasn’t offered in our community, and the community needed it, it was the public health department’s job to figure out how to meet the need,” she said. “We were the safety net under all of the other programming in the community. If a topic kept falling through all of those other nets, we were there to catch them.”&nbsp;

However, the recent pandemic, retirements and people leaving the profession have left the state’s public health system a bit short, according to Schneider.&nbsp;

“One of our biggest challenges right now is building the capacity to make sure we have people who want to become doctors and nurses and respiratory therapists and aides and more,” Schneider said. “Anybody who wants to participate in health is welcome. We are feeling a huge attrition and shortage across the board.”&nbsp;

Public health services, she added, are often taken for granted.&nbsp;

“When my family hears me talk about public health, they just know that people have it handled,” Schneider said. “But if we start having a decline in public health offices and work force, people are going to start feeling that, and it’s going to be a thing that nobody can take for granted anymore.”&nbsp;

By Pat Melgares, K-State Research and Extension news service&nbsp;MANHATTAN, Kan. – Officials with two of the pillars of community health in Kansas acknowledged their shared history and the importance of working together for the well-being of the state’s citizens.&nbsp;“When I talk to extension professionals in the field, the word I use when referring to public health is ‘ally,’” said Elaine Johannes, the Kansas Health Foundation’s Distinguished Professor of Community Health at Kansas State University.&nbsp;“Each of our organizations has our particular role, but being allies for Kansas communities is important. From extension’s point of view, being an ally with public health is especially important because public health sees things going on before we are even aware.”&nbsp;Shelly Schneider, a state public health nurse specialist with the Kansas Department of Health and the Environment, said there are 100 local health departments serving 105 Kansas counties.&nbsp;Local offices are supported by the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kalhd.org/" target="_blank">Kansas Association of Local Health Departments</a>.&nbsp;Schneider said Kansas’ system of public health is de-centralized, meaning that a Board of Health (often the county commission) establishes and oversees each local health department, and decisions are made locally together. “Every (local) health department,” she said, “needs to make sure they are meeting their county’s needs.”&nbsp;The span of offices across the state and local decision-making are trademarks of public health and extension. Both systems have been in existence for more than 100 years. In some circles, Kansas’ extension system is considered the first of its kind in the country; public health shares a similar standing.&nbsp;“It’s kind of cool when you look back at the history of public health in Kansas and understand how it impacted the whole United States in the development of public health in other states,” Schneider said. “I’m sure extension led the way, as well.”&nbsp;Schneider said she began her career in public health in a local office – a role similar to a local extension agent. Public health offers programs addressing WIC (Women, Infants, Children), air quality, nuisance violations, immunizations, maternal child health, family planning, chronic disease, pregnancy, emergency health preparedness and more.&nbsp;“Public health is not only the health we all think of,” said Schneider, alluding to physical health. “It can be safe transportation, safe neighborhoods, reducing violence…”&nbsp;“When I was at the local level, I always had the mindset that if it wasn’t offered in our community, and the community needed it, it was the public health department’s job to figure out how to meet the need,” she said. “We were the safety net under all of the other programming in the community. If a topic kept falling through all of those other nets, we were there to catch them.”&nbsp;However, the recent pandemic, retirements and people leaving the profession have left the state’s public health system a bit short, according to Schneider.&nbsp;“One of our biggest challenges right now is building the capacity to make sure we have people who want to become doctors and nurses and respiratory therapists and aides and more,” Schneider said. “Anybody who wants to participate in health is welcome. We are feeling a huge attrition and shortage across the board.”&nbsp;Public health services, she added, are often taken for granted.&nbsp;“When my family hears me talk about public health, they just know that people have it handled,” Schneider said. “But if we start having a decline in public health offices and work force, people are going to start feeling that, and it’s going to be a thing that nobody can take for granted anymore.”&nbsp;

Officials highlight parallel between public health, extension 

Jason Wooten, Failure to appear, Outside warrant, Arrested 8/12

James Carwell III, Probation violation ( 2 counts ), Criminal damage to property ( misdemeanor ), Interference with LEO, Failure to appear, Arrested 8/12

Taron Traylor, Interference with LEO, Arrested 8/12

Joshua Hedden, Cancelled / suspended / revoked driver's license, Habitual violator, Arrested 8/12

Shanyia Everett, Possession of marijuana, Transporting an open container, Arrested 8/13

Tara Moon, Possession of marijuana, Driving under influence of alcohol or drugs, Aggravated endangering a child, Defective tail lamp on motor vehicle, Arrested 8/13

Latrisha Mays, Domestic battery, Arrested 8/13

Morris Carpenter Jr., Domestic battery, Arrested 8/13

Maria Powell, Failure to appear, Arrested 8/13

Kylie Frazier, Possession of marijuana, Use / possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Arrested 8/13

Kash McNeil, Possession of marijuana, Use / possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Arrested 8/13

Justice Rexrode, DUI, Violate red traffic signal, Reckless driving, Arrested 8/15

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. Bonds have been posted.SZ

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. Bonds have been posted.<figure>
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 </figure>Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable.Jason Wooten, Failure to appear, Outside warrant, Arrested 8/12James Carwell III, Probation violation ( 2 counts ), Criminal damage to property ( misdemeanor ), Interference with LEO, Failure to appear, Arrested 8/12Taron Traylor, Interference with LEO, Arrested 8/12Joshua Hedden, Cancelled / suspended / revoked driver's license, Habitual violator, Arrested 8/12Shanyia Everett, Possession of marijuana, Transporting an open container, Arrested 8/13Tara Moon, Possession of marijuana, Driving under influence of alcohol or drugs, Aggravated endangering a child, Defective tail lamp on motor vehicle, Arrested 8/13Latrisha Mays, Domestic battery, Arrested 8/13Morris Carpenter Jr., Domestic battery, Arrested 8/13Maria Powell, Failure to appear, Arrested 8/13Kylie Frazier, Possession of marijuana, Use / possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Arrested 8/13Kash McNeil, Possession of marijuana, Use / possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Arrested 8/13Jose Sol II, DUI, Arrested 8/14Justice Rexrode, DUI, Violate red traffic signal, Reckless driving, Arrested 8/15Recent 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. Bonds have been posted.SZ

Geary County Booking Photos Aug. 15

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a theft of golf clubs worth in Manhattan.

Just after 9a.m. Friday, officers filed a report for theft in the 1000 block of Bluemont Avenue in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

 A 24-year-old man&nbsp; reported 31- and 36-year-old male suspects stole his Calloway golf bag with Mizuno, Titleist, and Taylor Made golf clubs inside from the bed of his truck. 

The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $1,500.

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a theft of golf clubs worth in Manhattan.Just after 9a.m. Friday, officers filed a report for theft in the 1000 block of Bluemont Avenue in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. A 24-year-old man&nbsp; reported 31- and 36-year-old male suspects stole his Calloway golf bag with Mizuno, Titleist, and Taylor Made golf clubs inside from the bed of his truck. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $1,500.

RCPD: Suspects stole man's expensive golf clubs

RILEY COUNTY —Authorities have identified a Kansas man injured in an accident just after 4a.m. Friday in Riley County.

A 2003 Saturn Ion driven by Randy Gallegos, 44, Olsburg, was westbound in the 8600 block of Green-Randolph Road, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.&nbsp;

Th driver swerved to miss hitting a deer. The car rolled into the ditch. EMS transported Gallegos to Via Christi for treatment of a head injury.

RILEY COUNTY —Authorities have identified a Kansas man injured in an accident just after 4a.m. Friday in Riley County.A 2003 Saturn Ion driven by Randy Gallegos, 44, Olsburg, was westbound in the 8600 block of Green-Randolph Road, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.&nbsp;Th driver swerved to miss hitting a deer. The car rolled into the ditch. EMS transported Gallegos to Via Christi for treatment of a head injury.The RCPD released no additional details.

RCPD IDs man injured in Friday rollover crash

Kim Baldwin, McPherson County farmer and rancher

As I was outside with my kids waiting for them to catch their big yellow bus to begin another school year, I was reminded of how all of the back-to-school excitement is similar to the anticipation of fall on the farm. Being that it’s a new school year, the kids are understandably excited to return to school. This has translated to them getting out to their bus stop with plenty of time to spare ensuring they don’t miss the bus and avoiding frantic, last-minute morning chaos. As we get closer to the start of fall harvest, we are also getting out into the fields and testing the moisture of the corn with plenty of time to spare. While some might argue it’s still too early, just like with the kids, we want to make sure we experience a smooth transition into fall harvest with as little unnecessary chaos as possible.&nbsp; In the days leading up to the first day of classes, our school district provided us with a rough estimate of when we should expect the bus to arrive. Although we had a good idea of when to expect the bus, we knew to be ready a little before the expected time while also understanding if it was later.&nbsp; Just like the morning bus, we know fall harvest will get here. We’re not quite sure when exactly that will be; we just have to be ready to go when it’s time. While waiting for their bus, I reminded my two children to be observant as they have the tools needed to identify the bus and know when it’s coming minutes before actually seeing it. If one listens, amid the morning sounds of feed trucks and cattle in the distance, the distinct sound of the bus bouncing down the gravel roads can be heard. As adults, we too have tools to use to help determine when it’s time to harvest. While it might not be our sense of hearing, we do scout fields using our eyes to make observations while also picking and shelling ears of corn before testing for moisture. If we look, the distinct signs of a field that’s ready for harvest can be seen. Once on the morning bus, I watched the silhouettes of my two little ones cautiously walk down the aisle before committing and settling into their seats for the duration of their morning ride. I know both my son and daughter prefer to sit up near the front of the bus to avoid negative results like getting car sick or getting themselves into trouble. We will also be intentional in our field selections prior to committing the machines to a field as we want to make sure our decisions will not cause negative results like dockage once our grain is delivered to the elevator. As the bus slowly moved forward, I scanned the bus windows to see if I could spot any other morning riders. With the sun rising behind the bus, it appeared my two were the first ones on. The saying “first ones on, last ones off” has been true given our location within the school district’s boundaries and bus route. Being first on and last off the bus can make for some long and tiring days for my little kiddos.&nbsp; And just like the bus rides, fall harvest will also bring some exhausting days as expected. In either case, we know that at the end of these long days, whether we’re riding a school bus or driving a combine, we’ll all return and find comfort (and snacks) at home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

"Insight" is a weekly column published by Kansas Farm Bureau, the state's largest farm organization whose mission is to strengthen agriculture and the lives of Kansans through advocacy, education and service

Kim Baldwin, McPherson County farmer and rancher As I was outside with my kids waiting for them to catch their big yellow bus to begin another school year, I was reminded of how all of the back-to-school excitement is similar to the anticipation of fall on the farm. Being that it’s a new school year, the kids are understandably excited to return to school. This has translated to them getting out to their bus stop with plenty of time to spare ensuring they don’t miss the bus and avoiding frantic, last-minute morning chaos. As we get closer to the start of fall harvest, we are also getting out into the fields and testing the moisture of the corn with plenty of time to spare. While some might argue it’s still too early, just like with the kids, we want to make sure we experience a smooth transition into fall harvest with as little unnecessary chaos as possible.&nbsp; In the days leading up to the first day of classes, our school district provided us with a rough estimate of when we should expect the bus to arrive. Although we had a good idea of when to expect the bus, we knew to be ready a little before the expected time while also understanding if it was later.&nbsp; Just like the morning bus, we know fall harvest will get here. We’re not quite sure when exactly that will be; we just have to be ready to go when it’s time. While waiting for their bus, I reminded my two children to be observant as they have the tools needed to identify the bus and know when it’s coming minutes before actually seeing it. If one listens, amid the morning sounds of feed trucks and cattle in the distance, the distinct sound of the bus bouncing down the gravel roads can be heard. As adults, we too have tools to use to help determine when it’s time to harvest. While it might not be our sense of hearing, we do scout fields using our eyes to make observations while also picking and shelling ears of corn before testing for moisture. If we look, the distinct signs of a field that’s ready for harvest can be seen. Once on the morning bus, I watched the silhouettes of my two little ones cautiously walk down the aisle before committing and settling into their seats for the duration of their morning ride. I know both my son and daughter prefer to sit up near the front of the bus to avoid negative results like getting car sick or getting themselves into trouble. We will also be intentional in our field selections prior to committing the machines to a field as we want to make sure our decisions will not cause negative results like dockage once our grain is delivered to the elevator. As the bus slowly moved forward, I scanned the bus windows to see if I could spot any other morning riders. With the sun rising behind the bus, it appeared my two were the first ones on. The saying “first ones on, last ones off” has been true given our location within the school district’s boundaries and bus route. Being first on and last off the bus can make for some long and tiring days for my little kiddos.&nbsp; And just like the bus rides, fall harvest will also bring some exhausting days as expected. In either case, we know that at the end of these long days, whether we’re riding a school bus or driving a combine, we’ll all return and find comfort (and snacks) at home.&nbsp;&nbsp;"Insight" is a weekly column published by Kansas Farm Bureau, the state's largest farm organization whose mission is to strengthen agriculture and the lives of Kansans through advocacy, education and service

Bus Rides and Harvest 

There will be an archery draw for 40 deer hunting permits on Aug. 27th on the front lawn of the Milford Lake Corps of Engineers Office, 5203 N. Highway, K-57 Highway on the south end of the Milford Dam.

Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. and the draw for a hunting location is set for 9:30 a.m.

--Milford Fish Hatchery 1 permit, Former K-State Lease 4, East Rolling Hills Park 2, West Rolling Hills Park 5 permits, Curtis Creek Park 10, School Creek Park 10, South Timber Creek Park 2 permits, North Timber Creek Park 4 and Farnum Creek Park 2 permits.

According to the Corps all hunters must be present, and a Photo Id is required to register. Crossbows will not be allowed except for disabled hunters, &amp; mentor youth, which is an option at some locations.

Dates for these hunting opportunities begin October 1 and many extend through December 31, 2022. For additional information on these hunting opportunities contact the Milford Lake Corps of Engineers office at 785-238-5714, x3754.

By Dewey TerrillJC PostThere will be an archery draw for 40 deer hunting permits on Aug. 27th on the front lawn of the Milford Lake Corps of Engineers Office, 5203 N. Highway, K-57 Highway on the south end of the Milford Dam.Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. and the draw for a hunting location is set for 9:30 a.m.Hunting locations and permits include: --Milford Fish Hatchery 1 permit, Former K-State Lease 4, East Rolling Hills Park 2, West Rolling Hills Park 5 permits, Curtis Creek Park 10, School Creek Park 10, South Timber Creek Park 2 permits, North Timber Creek Park 4 and Farnum Creek Park 2 permits.According to the Corps all hunters must be present, and a Photo Id is required to register. Crossbows will not be allowed except for disabled hunters, &amp; mentor youth, which is an option at some locations.Dates for these hunting opportunities begin October 1 and many extend through December 31, 2022. For additional information on these hunting opportunities contact the Milford Lake Corps of Engineers office at 785-238-5714, x3754.

Milford Lake Corps of Engineers will conduct an archery draw

JC Breakfast Optimist Club members will have a fundraiser at JC’s BBQ &amp; Grill from 11:00 AM until closing, Tuesday, August 16.  JC’s BBQ &amp; Grill will donate 10% of the price of purchases made all day. The Optimist Club supports 17 Geary County youth activities and makes donations each year. 

 Donations to the club are also being accepted.

JC Breakfast Optimist Club members will have a fundraiser at JC’s BBQ &amp; Grill from 11:00 AM until closing, Tuesday, August 16. JC’s BBQ &amp; Grill will donate 10% of the price of purchases made all day. The Optimist Club supports 17 Geary County youth activities and makes donations each year. Donations to the club are also being accepted.