The Advanced Robotics class at&nbsp; Junction City High School presented a program to the Junction City Association of Retired School Personnel (at during a meeting at the Zion United Church of Christ in Junction City.&nbsp;

&nbsp;(JCHS). Mr. Glennrey Villamor, instructor, stated that “this class is part of a JCHS Career Pathway in the Science, Engineering and Technology Academy. Students build robots from scratch and in the process learn that things do not always work the way you want them to the first time. It takes time to problem solve and try to figure out how to get things to work the way you want them”, he said.

An example of problem solving occurred during the presentation, when a robot was supposed to dance to music. The computer which had the music to be played and the robot that was to do the dancing had difficulty communicating with each other. Cathy Hedge, retired educator, found the music needed on her cell phone, played it and the robot began to dance.

JCARSP members got to hear their President, Dr. Ferrell Miller, share about his experience growing up and learning to play the accordion. Several selections were performed for the group.

JCARSP membership is open to any retired or former licensed educator, classified, employee, custodial or maintenance employee. The group meets five times a year for a meal, programs, entertainment and gives back to the community through projects. This month’s project was to provide monetary or non-perishable food items for the Geary County Food Pantry/Wheels of Hope.

The next meeting will be December 8 at noon in the Zion United Church of Christ. Dr. Beth Hudson will share information about her visit to the Holy Land, JCHS Singers will share seasonal music and the JCARSP members will sing carols. The project for December will be to give caps, socks, and gloves to the Early Childhood Center.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/10/1697464470283.jpeg" alt="Pictured left to right are JCHS students Corey Yensco, Caleb McKuria, David Trammel, Bryson Fisher and Ruth Easterling. Mr. Glennrey Villamore, instructor is in the middle of the picture.&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Pictured left to right are JCHS students Corey Yensco, Caleb McKuria, David Trammel, Bryson Fisher and Ruth Easterling. Mr. Glennrey Villamore, instructor is in the middle of the picture.&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>By Dr. Ferrell Miller, JCARSP PresidentThe Advanced Robotics class at&nbsp; Junction City High School presented a program to the Junction City Association of Retired School Personnel (at during a meeting at the Zion United Church of Christ in Junction City.&nbsp;&nbsp;(JCHS). Mr. Glennrey Villamor, instructor, stated that “this class is part of a JCHS Career Pathway in the Science, Engineering and Technology Academy. Students build robots from scratch and in the process learn that things do not always work the way you want them to the first time. It takes time to problem solve and try to figure out how to get things to work the way you want them”, he said.An example of problem solving occurred during the presentation, when a robot was supposed to dance to music. The computer which had the music to be played and the robot that was to do the dancing had difficulty communicating with each other. Cathy Hedge, retired educator, found the music needed on her cell phone, played it and the robot began to dance.JCARSP members got to hear their President, Dr. Ferrell Miller, share about his experience growing up and learning to play the accordion. Several selections were performed for the group.JCARSP membership is open to any retired or former licensed educator, classified, employee, custodial or maintenance employee. The group meets five times a year for a meal, programs, entertainment and gives back to the community through projects. This month’s project was to provide monetary or non-perishable food items for the Geary County Food Pantry/Wheels of Hope.The next meeting will be December 8 at noon in the Zion United Church of Christ. Dr. Beth Hudson will share information about her visit to the Holy Land, JCHS Singers will share seasonal music and the JCARSP members will sing carols. The project for December will be to give caps, socks, and gloves to the Early Childhood Center.

Retired School Personnel Learn About Robotics At JCHS

Junction City High School hosted the Girls 6A State Tennis Tournament last Friday and Saturday at the Blue Jay Tennis Complex. 

 The tournament featured the top players throughout the state of Kansas and included two Lady Jay singles tennis players, Julia Cho and Hannah Micheel.  For both players, this was the first time they earned their way into the tournament. 

 Julia Cho, a junior, began play against a regional champion from the West region and lost her opening round in straight sets.  In the consolation bracket, she lost the next round 8-4 to a Garden City opponent, which eliminated her from the tournament. 

 Freshman, Hannah Micheel, opened up her tournament play with a 6-2, 6-3 victory against Shawnee Mill Valley.  She lost the next round against the #4 seed in the tournament from Shawnee Mission East, which put her in the consolation bracket.  She moved on further in the bracket when her opponent from Washburn Rural had an injury default.  However, the regional champion from Wichita Northwest defeated her 8-3 in the next round, ending Micheel’s run in the tournament.  Micheel finished the tournament with a 2-2 record. 

 The singles champion was Sarah Yan from Blue Valley West and the doubles team of Long/Schmidt from Shawnee Mission East won the doubles bracket.  Shawnee Mission East won the team title followed by Blue Valley West and Olathe Northwest.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/10/1697458386830.jpeg" alt="Julia Cho (left) and Hannah Micheel (right) both competed in the girls class 6A state tennis tournament which was hosted by Junction City&nbsp; High School." />
 <figcaption>Julia Cho (left) and Hannah Micheel (right) both competed in the girls class 6A state tennis tournament which was hosted by Junction City&nbsp; High School.</figcaption>
 </figure>Blue Jay athletics release&nbsp;--Junction City High School hosted the Girls 6A State Tennis Tournament last Friday and Saturday at the Blue Jay Tennis Complex. The tournament featured the top players throughout the state of Kansas and included two Lady Jay singles tennis players, Julia Cho and Hannah Micheel. For both players, this was the first time they earned their way into the tournament. Julia Cho, a junior, began play against a regional champion from the West region and lost her opening round in straight sets. In the consolation bracket, she lost the next round 8-4 to a Garden City opponent, which eliminated her from the tournament. Freshman, Hannah Micheel, opened up her tournament play with a 6-2, 6-3 victory against Shawnee Mill Valley. She lost the next round against the #4 seed in the tournament from Shawnee Mission East, which put her in the consolation bracket. She moved on further in the bracket when her opponent from Washburn Rural had an injury default. However, the regional champion from Wichita Northwest defeated her 8-3 in the next round, ending Micheel’s run in the tournament. Micheel finished the tournament with a 2-2 record. The singles champion was Sarah Yan from Blue Valley West and the doubles team of Long/Schmidt from Shawnee Mission East won the doubles bracket. Shawnee Mission East won the team title followed by Blue Valley West and Olathe Northwest.&nbsp;

The 6A State girls tennis tournament was a success in Junction City 

The Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce will host a candidate forum from 6-8 p.m. Monday at Junction City High School.

You can hear from candidates for the Junction City Commission and Geary USD 475 Board of Education.

Candidates for the city commission include Matthew Bea, Pat Landes, Lorraine Ceniceros, Richard Pinaire and Al Gordon.

Candidates for the school board include Bryan Bliss, Tom Brungardt, Ronald Johnson, Kristy Haden, Jim Schmidt and Anwar Khoury.

The Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce will host a candidate forum from 6-8 p.m. Monday at Junction City High School.You can hear from candidates for the Junction City Commission and Geary USD 475 Board of Education.Candidates for the city commission include Matthew Bea, Pat Landes, Lorraine Ceniceros, Richard Pinaire and Al Gordon.Candidates for the school board include Bryan Bliss, Tom Brungardt, Ronald Johnson, Kristy Haden, Jim Schmidt and Anwar Khoury.

Chamber of Commerce will host a candidate forum

The 7th Street Bike Boulevard is open for use in Junction City.&nbsp; It begins at&nbsp; the intersection of 7th and Jefferson Streets downtown.

&nbsp;Live Well Geary County (LWGC), using funding from BCBSKS Pathways to a Healthy Kansas grant and Kansas Department of Transportation, has partnered with the City of Junction City and Flint Hills Metropolitan Planning Organization for the development of the route. This pathway is a shared roadway with vehicles and is well-marked by new signs.

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 </figure>The 7th Street Bike Boulevard is open for use in Junction City.&nbsp; It begins at&nbsp; the intersection of 7th and Jefferson Streets downtown.&nbsp;Live Well Geary County (LWGC), using funding from BCBSKS Pathways to a Healthy Kansas grant and Kansas Department of Transportation, has partnered with the City of Junction City and Flint Hills Metropolitan Planning Organization for the development of the route. This pathway is a shared roadway with vehicles and is well-marked by new signs.The ribbon cutting was held Saturday.

7th Street Bike Boulevard can serve residents

&nbsp; The Junction City Blue Jay Marching Band received&nbsp; straight 1 superior&nbsp; ratings in all 5 categories at the Central States Marching Festival. The festival was held in Manhattan at Kansas State University.

The information was released on the JCHS Blue Jay Bands Facebook page.

By Dewey TerrillJC Post&nbsp; The Junction City Blue Jay Marching Band received&nbsp; straight 1 superior&nbsp; ratings in all 5 categories at the Central States Marching Festival. The festival was held in Manhattan at Kansas State University.The information was released on the JCHS Blue Jay Bands Facebook page.

JCHS Marching Band fares well at Central States Marching Festival

There will be a potato bar to raise funds for United Way this Wednesday, Oct. 18 from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. or while supplies last, in the basement of&nbsp; the Central National Bank Main Bank at 8th &amp; Washington in downtown Junction City. Enter through the northwest doors and proceed down the stairs.

The cost will be $8 for a potato with toppings. They can include chili, nacho cheese, shredded cheese, sour cream, chives, ham, butter, bacon and broccoli. The potatoes are being donated by Tyme Out Steakhouse.

All proceeds will benefit the Junction City - Geary County United Way.

There will be a potato bar to raise funds for United Way this Wednesday, Oct. 18 from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. or while supplies last, in the basement of&nbsp; the Central National Bank Main Bank at 8th &amp; Washington in downtown Junction City. Enter through the northwest doors and proceed down the stairs.The cost will be $8 for a potato with toppings. They can include chili, nacho cheese, shredded cheese, sour cream, chives, ham, butter, bacon and broccoli. The potatoes are being donated by Tyme Out Steakhouse.All proceeds will benefit the Junction City - Geary County United Way.

United Way fundraiser is set for Wednesday

Junction City police have&nbsp; announced that they will be participating in the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Saturday, October 28th from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. The public can&nbsp; bring unused or any expired prescriptions to Dillon’s at 618 W 6th St.

By Dewey TerrillJC PostJunction City police have&nbsp; announced that they will be participating in the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Saturday, October 28th from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. The public can&nbsp; bring unused or any expired prescriptions to Dillon’s at 618 W 6th St.

JCPD will participate in a Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Match Day in Geary County will be Tuesday, Oct. 17. 

According to coordinator Calvin Pottberg, there will be $155,000 available in matching funds to be distributed among local organizations receiving donations from the public. The matching funds include $100,000 from the R2B4 Bramlage Family Foundation, $25,000 from the Central Charities Foundation, $20,000 Crosby Family and $10,000 from the Hoover-Koken Foundation.

One year ago Match Day generated $358,500 in donations plus $155,000 in match money for a total of $513, 576. This year there will be 51 organizations participating in the event, the highest number yet. Pottberg said, "They found out this is a better return on their investment than bake sales and that type of thing."

There are three ways you can make a donation.&nbsp;

--You can donate at the Municipal Building from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

--Mail a donation form and check to PO Box 411. That will count as long as it is postmarked on or before Tuesday the 17rh.

--Go to matchday.com website and make a contribution online with a credit card. The website will be active for 24 hours on the 17th.

Each charity can only receive up to $15,000 matched.

<a href="https://www.gearymatchday.com/">https://www.gearymatchday.com/</a>

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 </figure>Match Day in Geary County will be Tuesday, Oct. 17. According to coordinator Calvin Pottberg, there will be $155,000 available in matching funds to be distributed among local organizations receiving donations from the public. The matching funds include $100,000 from the R2B4 Bramlage Family Foundation, $25,000 from the Central Charities Foundation, $20,000 Crosby Family and $10,000 from the Hoover-Koken Foundation.One year ago Match Day generated $358,500 in donations plus $155,000 in match money for a total of $513, 576. This year there will be 51 organizations participating in the event, the highest number yet. Pottberg said, "They found out this is a better return on their investment than bake sales and that type of thing."There are three ways you can make a donation.&nbsp;--You can donate at the Municipal Building from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.--Mail a donation form and check to PO Box 411. That will count as long as it is postmarked on or before Tuesday the 17rh.--Go to matchday.com website and make a contribution online with a credit card. The website will be active for 24 hours on the 17th.Each charity can only receive up to $15,000 matched.<a href="https://www.gearymatchday.com/">https://www.gearymatchday.com/</a>

Match Day will support local organizations

Saturday included the kickoff for a&nbsp; building campaign for a Geary County Food Pantry project. The Food Pantry plans to build a new facility in the future on land that has been purchased at 7th and Clay. ( Photos - Ellen Westerhaus )&nbsp;

Activities included a car show sponsored by Del Motors and a pumpkin decorating contest.

Saturday included the kickoff for a&nbsp; building campaign for a Geary County Food Pantry project. The Food Pantry plans to build a new facility in the future on land that has been purchased at 7th and Clay. ( Photos - Ellen Westerhaus )&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>Activities included a car show sponsored by Del Motors and a pumpkin decorating contest.

Food Pantry kicks off a building campaign in Junction City

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect for alleged kidnapping and other crimes involving two juveniles.

&nbsp;just after 11:00 p.m. Friday, police responded to a call of two missing children including a 9-year-old and a 17-year-old .

Just after 2a.m. Saturday, as officers and detectives were actively trying to locate the children, Overland Park Police Officers called Topeka detectives to report they had located the children.

Officers took the children to Overland Park Police Department where they were reunited with their parents. 

Overland Park&nbsp; police also located 42-year-old Russell L. Allen Jr. 42, of Manhattan with the children.

Police transported Allen back to Topeka and interviewed him.&nbsp; As a result of the investigation, Allen was transported to the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges of Kidnapping; Inflict bodily harm or terrorize the victim, Battery,&nbsp; Physical contact in rude, insulting, angry manner, Aggravated intimidation of a witness/victim; witness/victim &lt;18 years of age, Aggravated endangering of a child: Reckless situation, Aggravated assault; With intent to commit any felony,&nbsp; Theft by threat; Value $1,500 to $25,000&nbsp;

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 </figure>SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect for alleged kidnapping and other crimes involving two juveniles.&nbsp;just after 11:00 p.m. Friday, police responded to a call of two missing children including a 9-year-old and a 17-year-old .Just after 2a.m. Saturday, as officers and detectives were actively trying to locate the children, Overland Park Police Officers called Topeka detectives to report they had located the children.Officers took the children to Overland Park Police Department where they were reunited with their parents. Overland Park&nbsp; police also located 42-year-old Russell L. Allen Jr. 42, of Manhattan with the children.Police transported Allen back to Topeka and interviewed him.&nbsp; As a result of the investigation, Allen was transported to the Shawnee County Department of Corrections on requested charges of Kidnapping; Inflict bodily harm or terrorize the victim, Battery,&nbsp; Physical contact in rude, insulting, angry manner, Aggravated intimidation of a witness/victim; witness/victim &lt;18 years of age, Aggravated endangering of a child: Reckless situation, Aggravated assault; With intent to commit any felony,&nbsp; Theft by threat; Value $1,500 to $25,000&nbsp;

Manhattan man accused of kidnapping, battery of 2 juveniles

TOPEKA, KAN. – A federal jury convicted a Kansas man of defrauding car dealerships, financial institutions, and title loan companies, according to the United State's Attorney.

According to court documents and evidence presented at trial, Montressa “Monty” Cunningham, 42, of Junction City was found guilty of one count of conspiracy to commit bank fraud and wire fraud, seven counts of bank fraud, three counts of wire fraud, and five counts of money laundering.

Beginning about December 2018, Cunningham applied for loans to purchase vehicles from Kansas dealerships. He submitted applications to financial institutions using other people’s social security numbers, false residential addresses, and counterfeit pay stubs showing fabricated monthly incomes, places of employment, and lengths of employment. 

As a result, Cunningham received seven vehicle loans totaling approximately $264,000. As part of the scheme, once Cunningham received the titles, he altered the documents to remove the lien holder’s name and address. He used the altered titles to register the vehicles in either Kansas or Georgia to receive clear titles. Cunningham then either sold the vehicles for cash or used the clear titles as collateral for cash loans. 

Title loan companies and individuals who purchased the vehicles paid Cunningham approximately $85,010 in cash.

The U.S. Secret Service and the Kansas Department of Revenue, Office of Special Investigations are investigating the case.

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 </figure>TOPEKA, KAN. – A federal jury convicted a Kansas man of defrauding car dealerships, financial institutions, and title loan companies, according to the United State's Attorney.According to court documents and evidence presented at trial, Montressa “Monty” Cunningham, 42, of Junction City was found guilty of one count of conspiracy to commit bank fraud and wire fraud, seven counts of bank fraud, three counts of wire fraud, and five counts of money laundering.Beginning about December 2018, Cunningham applied for loans to purchase vehicles from Kansas dealerships. He submitted applications to financial institutions using other people’s social security numbers, false residential addresses, and counterfeit pay stubs showing fabricated monthly incomes, places of employment, and lengths of employment. As a result, Cunningham received seven vehicle loans totaling approximately $264,000. As part of the scheme, once Cunningham received the titles, he altered the documents to remove the lien holder’s name and address. He used the altered titles to register the vehicles in either Kansas or Georgia to receive clear titles. Cunningham then either sold the vehicles for cash or used the clear titles as collateral for cash loans. Title loan companies and individuals who purchased the vehicles paid Cunningham approximately $85,010 in cash.The U.S. Secret Service and the Kansas Department of Revenue, Office of Special Investigations are investigating the case.

Junction City man guilty of fraud scheme involving 7 vehicle loans

Junction City Parks &amp; Recreation director updated activity at Rolling Meadows Golf Course. This week at the course we received new golf carts AND we also got new card readers. We are now able to take tap to pay, Apple pay, and chip cards!

We had to cancel the Black Tie Tactical Tournament for this Saturday (10/14/2023) but hope that we can reschedule it in the Spring. With that being said, we are still expecting to host the Geary County Youth Fundraiser Tournament next Sunday (10/22/2023). There is still time to sign up for that tournament!!

By Joshua GrayJunction City Parks &amp; Recreation director updated activity at Rolling Meadows Golf Course. This week at the course we received new golf carts AND we also got new card readers. We are now able to take tap to pay, Apple pay, and chip cards!We had to cancel the Black Tie Tactical Tournament for this Saturday (10/14/2023) but hope that we can reschedule it in the Spring. With that being said, we are still expecting to host the Geary County Youth Fundraiser Tournament next Sunday (10/22/2023). There is still time to sign up for that tournament!!

New golf carts arrive at Rolling Meadows

In 1853 Fort Riley was established as a military post to protect the movement of people and trade over the Oregon, California, and Santa Fe trails. Meanwhile in 1855 or so. (depending on which story you read), a settlement was formed and in 1859 it was incorporated as Junction City. From that time, I assume there has been a strong connection between the two. Many know that I was raised in Western Kansas about 170 miles west of here. I have always known of the strong connection between this City and the Army installation. It is synonymous. We all know that we probably would not have a new High School or have the 17th highest enrollment numbers this school year of the 531-member high schools of the Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA) without this relationship.

This past week, I along with Mayor Landes and City Commissioner Underhill, traveled to Washington, D.C. to attend the Annual Meeting of the Association of the United States Army (AUSA). We were joined by representatives of Geary County and USD 475. All 3 entities make this trip for the simple reason that “Fort Riley is important to our community”. I know that some may question this annual trip, but if there was another business that had such a great economic impact on our community, you would want us to do all we can to continue and strengthen this historic bond. Simply it is essential to continue to show everyone that Fort Riley is important to Junction City and that Junction City is important to Fort Riley.

I also know that some may say that Fort Riley will always exist and that we don’t need to be at events such as the AUSA annual event. However, there is an old adage that comes into play. “If you are not at the table, you will be eaten at the table.” Growing up in Kansas I have always felt it is important to have

Fort Riley located in the middle of the geographic 48 States, but I am not sure that is always the case when those who live near the other Army Installations in the country are battling for government dollars and what to see “Their” base grow and prosper as we do here.

For me, there was one key moment on this trip. During the opening Ceremony, the Secretary of the Army mentioned the positive impacts of 3 different basis. She not only mentioned Fort Riley once, but also a second time. Yes, that may sound simple, but we all want that in the mind of “Decision Makers” when they make future decisions.

During this trip, as we have in the past, we took time to visit the Offices of United States Senators Moran and Marshall and Representative Jake LaTurner. As you probably know, Junction City and Geary County were moved into the Second Congressional District in 2022 after being in the “Big First” for some years. We continue to grow that relationship with this office as we are still “new” to each other. We did not get to visit with the elected officials but had the chance to visit with their “key” staff members. Yes we do see them here in Kansas at times, but there is something important about stopping by “Their House”.

During these “Hill” visits we discuss the needs for the community in both how they strengthen our relationship with Fort Riley and in general. Remember when the largest employer on our region benefits, so do we. Our local group spoke about various issues such as Child Care to needs for Federal dollars for projects such as the improvement of the Bridge on North Washington Street that crosses the Republican River and leads to the Trooper Gate. This Bridge needs attention and it is not a “Small Ticket” item. This is a City owned bridge, so the funds either come from a mixture of grants and local funding, or just from local tax dollars. This means more tax dollars are needed or something else gets dropped to provide adequate funds. Though not “Set in Stone” yet, there is a great chance the City will apply for grant funds for this project in 2024. We are trying to get this project on the “Radar” now and will continue to do so. During 2 of these visits, this project was already known to these staffers.

No doubt, there are many issues in Washington right now. The recent removal of the Speaker of the House definitely leaves many to wonder what will happen. Who will the new Speaker be, or will there be a threat of a government shutdown in a bit more than a month? This can equate to funding for the Army and Fort Riley. There are a couple of projects already approved for Fort

Riley, but the funds have yet to be appropriated to make the projects become reality.

Yes, there was a social of the local AUSA Chapter where both present and former Fort Riley soldiers were in attendance. It is always good to here, that Fort Riley was important to them, and their families, and we often hear how they loved being at Fort Riley, in the Flint Hills Region, and in our community. That just don’t happen.

Yes, as I wrote in the first paragraph, there has been a long-term relationship between Fort Riley and Junction City. We can’t fall asleep on this one. No doubt as we wish to grow Junction City we need more diversification in our economy, but as the old Cowboy saying goes, “You Gotta Dance With the One who Brung You”.

By Allen DinkelJunction City ManagerIn 1853 Fort Riley was established as a military post to protect the movement of people and trade over the Oregon, California, and Santa Fe trails. Meanwhile in 1855 or so. (depending on which story you read), a settlement was formed and in 1859 it was incorporated as Junction City. From that time, I assume there has been a strong connection between the two. Many know that I was raised in Western Kansas about 170 miles west of here. I have always known of the strong connection between this City and the Army installation. It is synonymous. We all know that we probably would not have a new High School or have the 17th highest enrollment numbers this school year of the 531-member high schools of the Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA) without this relationship.This past week, I along with Mayor Landes and City Commissioner Underhill, traveled to Washington, D.C. to attend the Annual Meeting of the Association of the United States Army (AUSA). We were joined by representatives of Geary County and USD 475. All 3 entities make this trip for the simple reason that “Fort Riley is important to our community”. I know that some may question this annual trip, but if there was another business that had such a great economic impact on our community, you would want us to do all we can to continue and strengthen this historic bond. Simply it is essential to continue to show everyone that Fort Riley is important to Junction City and that Junction City is important to Fort Riley.I also know that some may say that Fort Riley will always exist and that we don’t need to be at events such as the AUSA annual event. However, there is an old adage that comes into play. “If you are not at the table, you will be eaten at the table.” Growing up in Kansas I have always felt it is important to haveFort Riley located in the middle of the geographic 48 States, but I am not sure that is always the case when those who live near the other Army Installations in the country are battling for government dollars and what to see “Their” base grow and prosper as we do here.For me, there was one key moment on this trip. During the opening Ceremony, the Secretary of the Army mentioned the positive impacts of 3 different basis. She not only mentioned Fort Riley once, but also a second time. Yes, that may sound simple, but we all want that in the mind of “Decision Makers” when they make future decisions.During this trip, as we have in the past, we took time to visit the Offices of United States Senators Moran and Marshall and Representative Jake LaTurner. As you probably know, Junction City and Geary County were moved into the Second Congressional District in 2022 after being in the “Big First” for some years. We continue to grow that relationship with this office as we are still “new” to each other. We did not get to visit with the elected officials but had the chance to visit with their “key” staff members. Yes we do see them here in Kansas at times, but there is something important about stopping by “Their House”.During these “Hill” visits we discuss the needs for the community in both how they strengthen our relationship with Fort Riley and in general. Remember when the largest employer on our region benefits, so do we. Our local group spoke about various issues such as Child Care to needs for Federal dollars for projects such as the improvement of the Bridge on North Washington Street that crosses the Republican River and leads to the Trooper Gate. This Bridge needs attention and it is not a “Small Ticket” item. This is a City owned bridge, so the funds either come from a mixture of grants and local funding, or just from local tax dollars. This means more tax dollars are needed or something else gets dropped to provide adequate funds. Though not “Set in Stone” yet, there is a great chance the City will apply for grant funds for this project in 2024. We are trying to get this project on the “Radar” now and will continue to do so. During 2 of these visits, this project was already known to these staffers.No doubt, there are many issues in Washington right now. The recent removal of the Speaker of the House definitely leaves many to wonder what will happen. Who will the new Speaker be, or will there be a threat of a government shutdown in a bit more than a month? This can equate to funding for the Army and Fort Riley. There are a couple of projects already approved for FortRiley, but the funds have yet to be appropriated to make the projects become reality.Yes, there was a social of the local AUSA Chapter where both present and former Fort Riley soldiers were in attendance. It is always good to here, that Fort Riley was important to them, and their families, and we often hear how they loved being at Fort Riley, in the Flint Hills Region, and in our community. That just don’t happen.Yes, as I wrote in the first paragraph, there has been a long-term relationship between Fort Riley and Junction City. We can’t fall asleep on this one. No doubt as we wish to grow Junction City we need more diversification in our economy, but as the old Cowboy saying goes, “You Gotta Dance With the One who Brung You”.

Allen Dinkel issues his 515 report

Junction City Main Street, Live Well Geary County (LWGC), Geary County Food Pantry, and Wheels of Hope nonprofit organizations on Saturday celebrate special moments.

The day begins downtown at Junction City Main Street Market which is held each Saturday morning, from 8:30 AM -1:30 PM, across from the Fire Department at the intersection of 8th and Jefferson Streets.&nbsp;

Be ready for the unveiling of the 7th Junction City Main Street JC Statue unveiling with the theme of Geary County – Outdoors. The unveiling starts promptly at 9:00 AM, on 7th Street, midway between Washington and Jefferson Streets. .

While at the unveiling, you will be able to view Mural Mania. Local muralist, Mindy Allen, has recruited numerous local artists to begin “activating the alley” connecting Washington Street to Junction City Main Street Market. They will be painting multiple murals on the south side of the Spin Fitness Studio, JC Taekwondo, and JC GymTastics building and part of the north side of D’z Lounge building.

From there move one-half block west to the intersection of 7th and Jefferson Streets for the 9:15 AM official opening of the 7th Street Bike Boulevard. Live Well Geary County (LWGC), using funding from BCBSKS Pathways to a Healthy Kansas grant and Kansas Department of Transportation, has partnered with the City of Junction City and Flint Hills Metropolitan Planning Organization for the development of the new 7th Street Bike Boulevard. This pathway is a shared roadway with vehicles and is well-marked by new sharrows and signs.

Directly after the ribbon cutting at 9:30 AM, you can go to the site for the future new Geary County Food Pantry and Wheels of Hope building at 7th and Clay Streets. Learn about the kickoff of their building campaign. Enjoy food, a car show, pumpkin decorating contest, and more.&nbsp;

By Terry ButlerJunction City Main Street, Live Well Geary County (LWGC), Geary County Food Pantry, and Wheels of Hope nonprofit organizations on Saturday celebrate special moments.The day begins downtown at Junction City Main Street Market which is held each Saturday morning, from 8:30 AM -1:30 PM, across from the Fire Department at the intersection of 8th and Jefferson Streets.&nbsp;Be ready for the unveiling of the 7th Junction City Main Street JC Statue unveiling with the theme of Geary County – Outdoors. The unveiling starts promptly at 9:00 AM, on 7th Street, midway between Washington and Jefferson Streets. .While at the unveiling, you will be able to view Mural Mania. Local muralist, Mindy Allen, has recruited numerous local artists to begin “activating the alley” connecting Washington Street to Junction City Main Street Market. They will be painting multiple murals on the south side of the Spin Fitness Studio, JC Taekwondo, and JC GymTastics building and part of the north side of D’z Lounge building.From there move one-half block west to the intersection of 7th and Jefferson Streets for the 9:15 AM official opening of the 7th Street Bike Boulevard. Live Well Geary County (LWGC), using funding from BCBSKS Pathways to a Healthy Kansas grant and Kansas Department of Transportation, has partnered with the City of Junction City and Flint Hills Metropolitan Planning Organization for the development of the new 7th Street Bike Boulevard. This pathway is a shared roadway with vehicles and is well-marked by new sharrows and signs.Directly after the ribbon cutting at 9:30 AM, you can go to the site for the future new Geary County Food Pantry and Wheels of Hope building at 7th and Clay Streets. Learn about the kickoff of their building campaign. Enjoy food, a car show, pumpkin decorating contest, and more.&nbsp;<figure>
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There will be a busy Saturday downtown

UPDATE: Both Junction City Lady Jay tennis players were eliminated on day one of the class 6A state girls tennis tournament. 

Junior Julia Cho was defeated and eliminated in her first two matches of the day.&nbsp;

Freshman Hannah Micheel lost her opening match and then worked her way through the back side of the bracket, but was defeated one round shy of advancing to Saturday&nbsp;

Day two of the class 6A girls tennis tournament gets underway on Saturday morning at 9:00 a.m. at the Blue Jay tennis courts.&nbsp;

All matches are at the Blue Jay Tennis Courts behind the Junction City Middle School. 

There are 72 players competing in the tournament, 24 single players and  24 doubles teams . 

Junction City has two players competing in the singles division, junior Julia Cho and freshman Hannah Micheel. Both girls will compete in several matches on Friday in hopes of advancing to Saturday, which would result in a top 12 finish on the year. 

The tournament runs all day on Friday, and continues with the top players advancing onto Saturday. There is no charge to attend the state tournament.&nbsp;

UPDATE: Both Junction City Lady Jay tennis players were eliminated on day one of the class 6A state girls tennis tournament. Junior Julia Cho was defeated and eliminated in her first two matches of the day.&nbsp;Freshman Hannah Micheel lost her opening match and then worked her way through the back side of the bracket, but was defeated one round shy of advancing to Saturday&nbsp;Day two of the class 6A girls tennis tournament gets underway on Saturday morning at 9:00 a.m. at the Blue Jay tennis courts.&nbsp;--By Anthony GorgesAll matches are at the Blue Jay Tennis Courts behind the Junction City Middle School. There are 72 players competing in the tournament, 24 single players and 24 doubles teams . Junction City has two players competing in the singles division, junior Julia Cho and freshman Hannah Micheel. Both girls will compete in several matches on Friday in hopes of advancing to Saturday, which would result in a top 12 finish on the year. <figure>
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 </figure>The tournament runs all day on Friday, and continues with the top players advancing onto Saturday. There is no charge to attend the state tournament.&nbsp;

UPDATE: 6A girls State tennis tournament, both Lady Jay tennis players eliminated on day one

Weekdays on 107.9 FM/1420 KJCK&nbsp; Frontier Spirits Classic Hits Cash Code is on the air. 

You can enter to win $100 dollars 4 times daily Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays and 10 times during  our "$1,000 Dollar Thursdays!!" 

Listen for the Cash Code key word....when you hear it click the&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://jcpost.com/posts/dcca8d5c-eeff-48b8-b4f4-cc6a90f5730c#//">Cash Code Link</a>&nbsp;from the JC Post Contest Tab&nbsp; and enter to win $100 dollars.

Classic Hits Cash Code is a multi-market contest and complete rules will also be posted here on JC Post.

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 </figure>Weekdays on 107.9 FM/1420 KJCK&nbsp; Frontier Spirits Classic Hits Cash Code is on the air. You can enter to win $100 dollars 4 times daily Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays and 10 times during our "$1,000 Dollar Thursdays!!" Listen for the Cash Code key word....when you hear it click the&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://jcpost.com/posts/dcca8d5c-eeff-48b8-b4f4-cc6a90f5730c#//">Cash Code Link</a>&nbsp;from the JC Post Contest Tab&nbsp; and enter to win $100 dollars. Classic Hits Cash Code is a multi-market contest and complete rules will also be posted here on JC Post.

Frontier Spirits "Classic Hits" Cash Code Contest now on the air 

The Junction City Blue Jay football team defeated the Topeka High Trojans 47-0 on Friday night in Topeka at Hummer Sports Park. 

The Blue Jays were excellent on offense, scoring a touchdown on every offensive drive except the last drive, when time expired. The scoring got underway in the first quarter when senior quarterback Brock Bazan threw a 23-yard touchdown pass to senior Michael Boganowski.

 Junction City had five rushing touchdowns on the night. The touchdown scorers included Griffon Bohannon (who had two touchdowns), Cooper Bogenhagan and quarterback Brock Bazan both added one, and the final touchdown of the night was from sophomore running back Lance Norris on a 25-yard touchdown run.

The Blue Jays also had a defensive score on an interception returned for a touchdown by sophomore defensive back Lovell Autry. 

By Anthony GorgesJC PostThe Junction City Blue Jay football team defeated the Topeka High Trojans 47-0 on Friday night in Topeka at Hummer Sports Park. The Blue Jays were excellent on offense, scoring a touchdown on every offensive drive except the last drive, when time expired. The scoring got underway in the first quarter when senior quarterback Brock Bazan threw a 23-yard touchdown pass to senior Michael Boganowski. Junction City had five rushing touchdowns on the night. The touchdown scorers included Griffon Bohannon (who had two touchdowns), Cooper Bogenhagan and quarterback Brock Bazan both added one, and the final touchdown of the night was from sophomore running back Lance Norris on a 25-yard touchdown run.The Blue Jays also had a defensive score on an interception returned for a touchdown by sophomore defensive back Lovell Autry.

Blue Jay football team dominates Topeka High, improves to 4-3

On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times host Gary Shorman speaks with Historian and author Leo Oliva about the history of railroads in Kansas and his upcoming presentations.

<div><iframe title="Forward Ever: Kansas railroad historian Leo Oliva" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=gsjwt-14cf260-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=3267a3&font-color=auto&logo_link=podcast_page&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times host Gary Shorman speaks with Historian and author Leo Oliva about the history of railroads in Kansas and his upcoming presentations.

Forward Ever: Kansas railroad historian Leo Oliva

GEFD4 has announced that a water line break has occurred&nbsp; in Cedar Estates. Most of Cedar Estates will be without water. Thet will have service back as soon as possible.

UPDATE:Service has been restored.---GEFD4 has announced that a water line break has occurred&nbsp; in Cedar Estates. Most of Cedar Estates will be without water. Thet will have service back as soon as possible.

Rural Water District Four reports water line service has been restored

Junction City Commissioners will hear a presentation by the Geary County Food Pantry Tuesday night on their planned new facility at the northwest Corner of 7th &amp; Clay Street.&nbsp;

The city commission meets at 7 p.m. at 701 North Jefferson.&nbsp;

The Geary County Food Pantry plans to build on land that has been purchased. Debbie Johns and Brad Carlton will make this presentation. Tonette Hammond, Director of the Fresh Start Emergency Shelter, Inc. will be present to discuss a grant&nbsp; application and the relationship with the City on this application. Previously the City worked with the Open Door on similar funding grants.

They Food Pantry will be requesting a City contribution of $100,000 and a waiver of building permit and inspection fee. Funding would be taken from the General Fund id approval is given.

&nbsp;Staff have noted that there is no doubt the Food Pantry is a viable asset in the Junction City Community and there is a demand for the service they provide. The issue that the City Commission has to decide is if this is a good use for City funds and will a precedent be set.&nbsp;

By Dewey TerrillJC PostJunction City Commissioners will hear a presentation by the Geary County Food Pantry Tuesday night on their planned new facility at the northwest Corner of 7th &amp; Clay Street.&nbsp;The city commission meets at 7 p.m. at 701 North Jefferson.&nbsp;The Geary County Food Pantry plans to build on land that has been purchased. Debbie Johns and Brad Carlton will make this presentation. Tonette Hammond, Director of the Fresh Start Emergency Shelter, Inc. will be present to discuss a grant&nbsp; application and the relationship with the City on this application. Previously the City worked with the Open Door on similar funding grants.They Food Pantry will be requesting a City contribution of $100,000 and a waiver of building permit and inspection fee. Funding would be taken from the General Fund id approval is given.&nbsp;Staff have noted that there is no doubt the Food Pantry is a viable asset in the Junction City Community and there is a demand for the service they provide. The issue that the City Commission has to decide is if this is a good use for City funds and will a precedent be set.&nbsp;

Funding for new food pantry building proposal is on the City Commission agenda

Joining me on the program are Calvin Pottberg, CPA (Retired) Pottberg-Gassman and Hoffman Accounting Firm and Duane Blythe, Wealth Management and Trust Manger for Central National Bank.&nbsp; We're talking about the <a href="https://www.gearymatchday.com/">Greater Geary Community Foundation </a>Match Day Tuesday, October 17 from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.&nbsp; Match Day provides an opportunity for nonprofit agencies with funds from the Greater Geary Community Foundation. On that day, GGCF will match donations made to participating agencies and organizations between $25 - $1,000 a 50% match up to $7,500 per participating organization.&nbsp;

Pottberg and Blyth talk about the value of the foundation for participating non-profits, the way donations from the public can be made to to one or more of the 51 agencies and the benefits for the entire community.

R2B4 Bramlage Family Foundation&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$100,000

Central Charities Foundation&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $25,000

Crosby Family&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$20,000

Hoover-Koken Foundation&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $10,000

<div><iframe title="Episode 17 - Greater Geary Community Foundation Match Day" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=hdgt4-14cd73f-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>By Jerry BrecheisenJoining me on the program are Calvin Pottberg, CPA (Retired) Pottberg-Gassman and Hoffman Accounting Firm and Duane Blythe, Wealth Management and Trust Manger for Central National Bank.&nbsp; We're talking about the <a href="https://www.gearymatchday.com/">Greater Geary Community Foundation </a>Match Day Tuesday, October 17 from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.&nbsp; Match Day provides an opportunity for nonprofit agencies with funds from the Greater Geary Community Foundation. On that day, GGCF will match donations made to participating agencies and organizations between $25 - $1,000 a 50% match up to $7,500 per participating organization.&nbsp;Pottberg and Blyth talk about the value of the foundation for participating non-profits, the way donations from the public can be made to to one or more of the 51 agencies and the benefits for the entire community.The matching money donors are:R2B4 Bramlage Family Foundation&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$100,000Central Charities Foundation&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $25,000Crosby Family&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$20,000Hoover-Koken Foundation&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $10,000<figure>
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Coffee Talk:  Greater Geary Community Foundation Match Day

Stormont Vail Health welcomes Dr. Amartha Gore, a board-certified OB/GYN specializing in routine and high-risk pregnancies, as well as gynecological healthcare, to the Stormont Vail Women’s Services team. Dr. Gore provides women’s health services at Stormont Vail Rural Health Clinic Obstetrics &amp; Gynecology - Flint Hills, 1102 St. Marys Rd. in Junction City,

Dr. Gore was born in Columbia, South Carolina to first-generation immigrants from Nigeria. Growing up, she was well aware of the joys and challenges her parents underwent as they built their lives and,&nbsp;eventually, a successful medical practice from nothing – all to support their family and community. This experience ignited her call to advocacy, an integral part of her role as an OB/GYN.

“Being an OB/GYN is an honor and a privilege,” said Dr. Gore. “You can serve as an advocate for women from all walks of life and help them navigate all the changes and experiences that life brings while guiding them through some very difficult choices.”

Dr. Gore is a fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. She completed her medical degree and residency at the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine in Charleston. She comes to the Flint Hills Campus from Allegheny Health Network West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Dr. Gore is accepting new patients — call (785) 238-4131 to schedule an appointment

Stormont Vail release&nbsp;Stormont Vail Health welcomes Dr. Amartha Gore, a board-certified OB/GYN specializing in routine and high-risk pregnancies, as well as gynecological healthcare, to the Stormont Vail Women’s Services team. Dr. Gore provides women’s health services at Stormont Vail Rural Health Clinic Obstetrics &amp; Gynecology - Flint Hills, 1102 St. Marys Rd. in Junction City,Dr. Gore was born in Columbia, South Carolina to first-generation immigrants from Nigeria. Growing up, she was well aware of the joys and challenges her parents underwent as they built their lives and,&nbsp;eventually, a successful medical practice from nothing – all to support their family and community. This experience ignited her call to advocacy, an integral part of her role as an OB/GYN.“Being an OB/GYN is an honor and a privilege,” said Dr. Gore. “You can serve as an advocate for women from all walks of life and help them navigate all the changes and experiences that life brings while guiding them through some very difficult choices.”Dr. Gore is a fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. She completed her medical degree and residency at the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine in Charleston. She comes to the Flint Hills Campus from Allegheny Health Network West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.Dr. Gore is accepting new patients — call (785) 238-4131 to schedule an appointment

Stormont Vail Health Welcomes Amartha Gore, M.D., OB/GYN

A Medicare Open Enrollment event will be held on Wednesday, October 19 at the Geary County Senior Center at 1025 S. Spring Valley Rd in Junction City. Every year companies make changes to Medicare prescription drug plans—and there are changes in Medicare, too. North Central-Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas (SHICK) counselors are ready to help seniors and caregivers compare their Medicare insurance plan options and enroll during the Medicare Open Enrollment Period (OEP). Call 785-776-9294 or 1-800-432-2703 to schedule an appointment.

Volunteer SHICK counselors provide free, confidential assistance to beneficiaries, their caregivers and others who have questions about Medicare. Their goal is simply to educate and assist the public in making informed decisions about their health insurance options.

If you are unable to attend, there are other ways to review your Medicare options with a SHICK counselor. You can meet at one of the other community event locations, in an Agency office, confer over the phone or meet via a Zoom video conference.

Due to the limited number of SHICK counselors available right now, each counseling appointment is very important. Please keep your appointment---or if you must re-schedule, please call 1-800-432-2703 as soon as possible.

B y Dewey TerrillJC PostA Medicare Open Enrollment event will be held on Wednesday, October 19 at the Geary County Senior Center at 1025 S. Spring Valley Rd in Junction City. Every year companies make changes to Medicare prescription drug plans—and there are changes in Medicare, too. North Central-Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas (SHICK) counselors are ready to help seniors and caregivers compare their Medicare insurance plan options and enroll during the Medicare Open Enrollment Period (OEP). Call 785-776-9294 or 1-800-432-2703 to schedule an appointment.Volunteer SHICK counselors provide free, confidential assistance to beneficiaries, their caregivers and others who have questions about Medicare. Their goal is simply to educate and assist the public in making informed decisions about their health insurance options.If you are unable to attend, there are other ways to review your Medicare options with a SHICK counselor. You can meet at one of the other community event locations, in an Agency office, confer over the phone or meet via a Zoom video conference.Due to the limited number of SHICK counselors available right now, each counseling appointment is very important. Please keep your appointment---or if you must re-schedule, please call 1-800-432-2703 as soon as possible.

Open Enrollment Event Offers SHICK Counseling in Geary County

Memorial Health System (MHS) in Abilene has announced that Allison Thompson, M.D. has joined the medical staff of Heartland Health Care Clinic at Memorial Hospital and she started seeing patients on October 9.

Dr. Thompson is a graduate of the University of Kansas School of Medicine in Salina. In 2016, she was named Family Medicine Interest Group President. In 2017, she received Exemplary Physician Attributes. In 2018, she was recognized for both Outstanding Leadership in Student Teaching and Overcoming Adversity and, in 2019, she was again recognized for Overcoming Adversity along with the Rural Medicine Award.

Dr. Thompson completed her residency program at McLennan County Family Medicine Residency in Waco, Texas.&nbsp;

Women’s health is a special interest for her, but she is still very much a full-scope family medicine physician; seeing patients of all ages.&nbsp;

When asked what inspires her professionally, Dr. Thompson said, “While this is something that continues to evolve with time, the one thing that stays constant is that I am happiest when talking face-to-face with patients. My biggest goal is to take the knowledge I have obtained so far (and will continue to keep growing)&nbsp;and make it available to each patient I encounter. More importantly, I want to use this information uniquely for patients, in the best way that will help them be where they want to be. While there can be "specific goals" for each thing in health care, my biggest drive is to figure out what each patient's personal goals are within their unique health/life circumstance and work with them to reach those goals, as these can be drastically different between individuals.”

By Dewey TerrillJC PostMemorial Health System (MHS) in Abilene has announced that Allison Thompson, M.D. has joined the medical staff of Heartland Health Care Clinic at Memorial Hospital and she started seeing patients on October 9.Dr. Thompson is a graduate of the University of Kansas School of Medicine in Salina. In 2016, she was named Family Medicine Interest Group President. In 2017, she received Exemplary Physician Attributes. In 2018, she was recognized for both Outstanding Leadership in Student Teaching and Overcoming Adversity and, in 2019, she was again recognized for Overcoming Adversity along with the Rural Medicine Award.Dr. Thompson completed her residency program at McLennan County Family Medicine Residency in Waco, Texas.&nbsp;Women’s health is a special interest for her, but she is still very much a full-scope family medicine physician; seeing patients of all ages.&nbsp;When asked what inspires her professionally, Dr. Thompson said, “While this is something that continues to evolve with time, the one thing that stays constant is that I am happiest when talking face-to-face with patients. My biggest goal is to take the knowledge I have obtained so far (and will continue to keep growing)&nbsp;and make it available to each patient I encounter. More importantly, I want to use this information uniquely for patients, in the best way that will help them be where they want to be. While there can be "specific goals" for each thing in health care, my biggest drive is to figure out what each patient's personal goals are within their unique health/life circumstance and work with them to reach those goals, as these can be drastically different between individuals.”

New doctor joins Heartland Health Care Clinic 

By The Numbers: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USD475?__cft__[0]=AZXAEqdXNwquA-kQrbABqayuHGqmBdMGY5IDLcYDfv7Qny93YsXLWKLnw1vx0slegbxbfaJMvd3dFTAM8XEXkHXtPzGp4QSdXsRzEZeL1Dcgn_n3tg1jAav9WTDj4orfxw7kTZS7t45i4ZNWRnqfxWYlXXECZPyB_qAZcS_j5gLoyc3TyQ9ZlE5tD827hW1OLbw&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Geary County Schools USD 475</a> was just recognized as being one of the best schools districts in the state of Kansas by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/nichesocial?__cft__[0]=AZXAEqdXNwquA-kQrbABqayuHGqmBdMGY5IDLcYDfv7Qny93YsXLWKLnw1vx0slegbxbfaJMvd3dFTAM8XEXkHXtPzGp4QSdXsRzEZeL1Dcgn_n3tg1jAav9WTDj4orfxw7kTZS7t45i4ZNWRnqfxWYlXXECZPyB_qAZcS_j5gLoyc3TyQ9ZlE5tD827hW1OLbw&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Niche</a>.

 USD 475 is ranked No. 23 overall amongst best school districts in the state. The No. 23 ranking is out of 275 districts. 

 The district, who scored an A+ in diversity, ranks No. 20 overall, nationally, as being one of the most diverse school districts in the entire United States. 

USD 475 has an overall grade of an A- and recorded A’s in teachers, clubs and activities, sports and diversity.

By The Numbers: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USD475?__cft__[0]=AZXAEqdXNwquA-kQrbABqayuHGqmBdMGY5IDLcYDfv7Qny93YsXLWKLnw1vx0slegbxbfaJMvd3dFTAM8XEXkHXtPzGp4QSdXsRzEZeL1Dcgn_n3tg1jAav9WTDj4orfxw7kTZS7t45i4ZNWRnqfxWYlXXECZPyB_qAZcS_j5gLoyc3TyQ9ZlE5tD827hW1OLbw&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Geary County Schools USD 475</a> was just recognized as being one of the best schools districts in the state of Kansas by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/nichesocial?__cft__[0]=AZXAEqdXNwquA-kQrbABqayuHGqmBdMGY5IDLcYDfv7Qny93YsXLWKLnw1vx0slegbxbfaJMvd3dFTAM8XEXkHXtPzGp4QSdXsRzEZeL1Dcgn_n3tg1jAav9WTDj4orfxw7kTZS7t45i4ZNWRnqfxWYlXXECZPyB_qAZcS_j5gLoyc3TyQ9ZlE5tD827hW1OLbw&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Niche</a>. USD 475 is ranked No. 23 overall amongst best school districts in the state. The No. 23 ranking is out of 275 districts. The district, who scored an A+ in diversity, ranks No. 20 overall, nationally, as being one of the most diverse school districts in the entire United States. USD 475 has an overall grade of an A- and recorded A’s in teachers, clubs and activities, sports and diversity.USD 475 social media release