OTTAWA COUNTY —Three people were injured in an accident just before 4:30p.m. Tuesday in Ottawa County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2013 Chevy pickup driven by Vera F. Lyne, 71, Clay Center, pulled out of a private driveway at 2653 Treaty Road five miles west of Oak Hill.&nbsp; 

The pickup pulled into the path of a westbound 1987 Mack Dump Truck driven by Michael T.&nbsp;Haney, 56, Salina. After impact both vehicles came to rest in the north ditch.

EMS transported Lyne, Michael Haney and a passenger in the dump truck&nbsp; Peter C. Haney, Jr. 59, Minneapolis, to Salina Regional Health Center.&nbsp; All there were not wearing seat belts, according to the KHP.

There was a juvenile present in the pickup. Juvenile record is protected data, according to the KHP.

OTTAWA COUNTY —Three people were injured in an accident just before 4:30p.m. Tuesday in Ottawa County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2013 Chevy pickup driven by Vera F. Lyne, 71, Clay Center, pulled out of a private driveway at 2653 Treaty Road five miles west of Oak Hill.&nbsp; The pickup pulled into the path of a westbound 1987 Mack Dump Truck driven by Michael T.&nbsp;Haney, 56, Salina. After impact both vehicles came to rest in the north ditch.EMS transported Lyne, Michael Haney and a passenger in the dump truck&nbsp; Peter C. Haney, Jr. 59, Minneapolis, to Salina Regional Health Center.&nbsp; All there were not wearing seat belts, according to the KHP.There was a juvenile present in the pickup. Juvenile record is protected data, according to the KHP.

3 hospitalized after dump truck, pickup crash

The Geary County Historical Society will be hosting their annual Reenactment Weekend at Spring Valley Historic Site, 816 North Spring Valley Rd, this Saturday, April 20th&nbsp;from 10am-2pm. All historic buildings including the Spring Valley School House, which is original to the site, the Little Cabin and the Wetzel Cabin will be open for tours. Moose Jury will be on site, teaching visitors about the life of the early plainsmen and there&nbsp; will be&nbsp; demonstrations teaching visitors how to use hand-crank sewing machines.

Friday, April 19th, the Historical Society will be welcoming local middle schoolers to explore the site, so visitors are asked to wait until the public event on Saturday to visit.

Entry to the event is free, though donations are appreciated. Weather permitting, a hot dog roast will be available at the fire pit.

The Geary County Historical Society will be hosting their annual Reenactment Weekend at Spring Valley Historic Site, 816 North Spring Valley Rd, this Saturday, April 20th&nbsp;from 10am-2pm. All historic buildings including the Spring Valley School House, which is original to the site, the Little Cabin and the Wetzel Cabin will be open for tours. Moose Jury will be on site, teaching visitors about the life of the early plainsmen and there&nbsp; will be&nbsp; demonstrations teaching visitors how to use hand-crank sewing machines.Friday, April 19th, the Historical Society will be welcoming local middle schoolers to explore the site, so visitors are asked to wait until the public event on Saturday to visit.Entry to the event is free, though donations are appreciated. Weather permitting, a hot dog roast will be available at the fire pit.<figure>
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Spring Valley Pioneer Day will be hosted by the Historical Society

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. Photos are unavailable.

Karissa Gosney, Interference with LEO, Aggravated endangering a child, reckless situation to child &lt;18, arrested 04/12

Marco Cadet, Failure to appear, arrested 04/12

Gary Lopez, Disorderly conduct, Interference with LEO, Battery against a law enforcement officer, Criminal deprivation of property, Domestic battery, Possession of drug paraphernalia, Possession of marijuana, arrested 04/12

Melanie Lopez, Interference with LEO, arrested 04/12

Kailynn Castleberry, Failure to appear, arrested 04/12

Rosalie Gibson, Cancelled/suspended/revoked drivers license, arrested 04/12

Tiara Porter, Criminal deprivation to property, arrested 04/12

Chyna Campbell, Unlawful damage to property, Battery, arrested 04/13

Logan Brown, Aggravated endangering a child, Reckless situation to child &lt;18, arrested&nbsp; 04/13

Tia Brown,&nbsp;Aggravated endangering a child, Reckless situation to child &lt;18, arrested  04/13

James Washington, Failure to appear, arrested 04/13

Damani Bisio, Transporting of alcoholic beverage, Possession of marijuana, Interference with law enforcement, Prohibiting drug paraphernalia, arrested 04/14

Anita Hayes, Failure to appear, arrested 04/14

Jose Ramirez Castillo, Driving while license cancelled/suspended or revoked, arrested 04/14

Javon Calvin, Prohibiting drug paraphernalia, Possession of marijuana, arrested 04/14

Precious Parks,&nbsp;Prohibiting drug paraphernalia, Possession of marijuana, arrested 04/14

Guarien Grullon, Possession of marijuana, Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, arrested 04/14

Jessy Marceline,&nbsp;Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Possession of marijuana, arrested 04/15

Michael Cordray, Failure to appear, Cancelled/suspended/revoked drivers license, arrested 04/15

Stephanie Boyer, Failure to appear, arrested 04/15

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.<figure>
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 </figure>Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable.Karissa Gosney, Interference with LEO, Aggravated endangering a child, reckless situation to child &lt;18, arrested 04/12Marco Cadet, Failure to appear, arrested 04/12Gary Lopez, Disorderly conduct, Interference with LEO, Battery against a law enforcement officer, Criminal deprivation of property, Domestic battery, Possession of drug paraphernalia, Possession of marijuana, arrested 04/12Melanie Lopez, Interference with LEO, arrested 04/12Kailynn Castleberry, Failure to appear, arrested 04/12Rosalie Gibson, Cancelled/suspended/revoked drivers license, arrested 04/12Tiara Porter, Criminal deprivation to property, arrested 04/12Chyna Campbell, Unlawful damage to property, Battery, arrested 04/13Logan Brown, Aggravated endangering a child, Reckless situation to child &lt;18, arrested&nbsp; 04/13Tia Brown,&nbsp;Aggravated endangering a child, Reckless situation to child &lt;18, arrested 04/13James Washington, Failure to appear, arrested 04/13Damani Bisio, Transporting of alcoholic beverage, Possession of marijuana, Interference with law enforcement, Prohibiting drug paraphernalia, arrested 04/14Anita Hayes, Failure to appear, arrested 04/14Jose Ramirez Castillo, Driving while license cancelled/suspended or revoked, arrested 04/14Javon Calvin, Prohibiting drug paraphernalia, Possession of marijuana, arrested 04/14Precious Parks,&nbsp;Prohibiting drug paraphernalia, Possession of marijuana, arrested 04/14Guarien Grullon, Possession of marijuana, Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, arrested 04/14Jessy Marceline,&nbsp;Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Possession of marijuana, arrested 04/15Michael Cordray, Failure to appear, Cancelled/suspended/revoked drivers license, arrested 04/15Stephanie Boyer, Failure to appear, arrested 04/15Recent 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.

Geary County Booking Photos April 13-16

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Monday, Rep. Tracey Mann (KS-01)&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1SroEGRZ70A" target="_blank">called</a>&nbsp;on Congress to pass a comprehensive, five-year farm bill. For the twenty fifth&nbsp;time on the House Floor, Rep. Mann stressed the importance of passing a farm bill that is long enough to provide certainty to agricultural producers and short enough to respond to market changes.

“In the almost five and a half years since the last farm bill was signed into law, the world has drastically changed,”&nbsp;said Rep. Mann.&nbsp;“Since 2018, we have experienced a global pandemic, watched in horror as a war unfolded between Russia and Ukraine, and now Israel and Hamas, and witnessed President Biden’s failed trade agenda cause market fluctuation that no one could have imagined. The livelihoods of American producers and consumers are on the line right now, and that means our food security and national security are on the line too. American farmers, ranchers, and agricultural producers need certainty like never before – and Congress must deliver for them with a five-year farm bill.”

As a member of the House Agriculture Committee, Rep. Mann has&nbsp;<a href="mailto:https://mann.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-mann-pushes-five-year-farm-bill">continued</a>&nbsp;to advocate for Kansas farmers, ranchers and agricultural producers during the farm bill reauthorization process. Some of Rep. Mann’s priorities include:

In May 2023, Rep. Mann hosted&nbsp;<a href="https://mann.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-mann-hosts-kansas-food-agriculture-listening-session-house-agriculture" target="_blank">a Farm Bill listening session</a>&nbsp;in Gypsum, KS with U.S. House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson (PA-15) to hear from Kansas&nbsp;farmers, ranchers, agricultural producers, and agricultural leaders about their desires for the next farm bill.&nbsp;

The Big First is home to 60,000 farms and ranches and is the third-largest agriculture production district in the country. Representative Mann proudly serves on the House Agriculture Committee, as Chairman of the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry, and on the Subcommittee on Commodity Markets, Digital Assets, and Rural Development, and the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Foreign Agriculture, and Horticulture.

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 </figure>Office of Congressman Tracey MannWASHINGTON, D.C. — Monday, Rep. Tracey Mann (KS-01)&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1SroEGRZ70A" target="_blank">called</a>&nbsp;on Congress to pass a comprehensive, five-year farm bill. For the twenty fifth&nbsp;time on the House Floor, Rep. Mann stressed the importance of passing a farm bill that is long enough to provide certainty to agricultural producers and short enough to respond to market changes.<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/1SroEGRZ70A?si=VAYKXhWDCZAdJnA3" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>“In the almost five and a half years since the last farm bill was signed into law, the world has drastically changed,”&nbsp;said Rep. Mann.&nbsp;“Since 2018, we have experienced a global pandemic, watched in horror as a war unfolded between Russia and Ukraine, and now Israel and Hamas, and witnessed President Biden’s failed trade agenda cause market fluctuation that no one could have imagined. The livelihoods of American producers and consumers are on the line right now, and that means our food security and national security are on the line too. American farmers, ranchers, and agricultural producers need certainty like never before – and Congress must deliver for them with a five-year farm bill.”As a member of the House Agriculture Committee, Rep. Mann has&nbsp;<a href="mailto:https://mann.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-mann-pushes-five-year-farm-bill">continued</a>&nbsp;to advocate for Kansas farmers, ranchers and agricultural producers during the farm bill reauthorization process. Some of Rep. Mann’s priorities include:<ul>
 <li>Protecting and strengthening crop insurance</li><li>Incentivizing agricultural trade programs that help America remain competitive and secure</li><li>Conducting rigorous oversight and rolling back overly restrictive regulations</li>
 </ul>In May 2023, Rep. Mann hosted&nbsp;<a href="https://mann.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-mann-hosts-kansas-food-agriculture-listening-session-house-agriculture" target="_blank">a Farm Bill listening session</a>&nbsp;in Gypsum, KS with U.S. House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson (PA-15) to hear from Kansas&nbsp;farmers, ranchers, agricultural producers, and agricultural leaders about their desires for the next farm bill.&nbsp;The Big First is home to 60,000 farms and ranches and is the third-largest agriculture production district in the country. Representative Mann proudly serves on the House Agriculture Committee, as Chairman of the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry, and on the Subcommittee on Commodity Markets, Digital Assets, and Rural Development, and the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Foreign Agriculture, and Horticulture.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

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There will be an Armed Forces Day celebration on Saturday, May 18, in Junction City at the vacant lot at the northeast corner of 9th and Washington.

According to the MAC Director for the Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce, Isreal Waddell, the hours for the event are 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Activities will include multiple food trucks on site, bouncy houses, military static vehicle display, a DJ, dunk tank and speakers. There will be a swearing in ceremony for a contingent of future Soldiers. 

Scheduled to be in attendance are Sgt. Maj. of the Army ( Ret. ) Michael Grinston, area state representatives and state senators plus city and county commissioners. The 1st Inf. Div. and Ft. Riley Garrison will also be represented.

The event is being coordinated by Isreal Waddell as one of the last major activities before his resignation becomes effective June 1. He will be accompanying his wife, who is active duty military, and has received orders to transfer to another post.&nbsp;Command Sgt. Major Robert Wilson will serve in the post on an interim basis beginning in May. He retires from the Army later this year.

There will be an Armed Forces Day celebration on Saturday, May 18, in Junction City at the vacant lot at the northeast corner of 9th and Washington.According to the MAC Director for the Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce, Isreal Waddell, the hours for the event are 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.Activities will include multiple food trucks on site, bouncy houses, military static vehicle display, a DJ, dunk tank and speakers. There will be a swearing in ceremony for a contingent of future Soldiers. Scheduled to be in attendance are Sgt. Maj. of the Army ( Ret. ) Michael Grinston, area state representatives and state senators plus city and county commissioners. The 1st Inf. Div. and Ft. Riley Garrison will also be represented.The event is being coordinated by Isreal Waddell as one of the last major activities before his resignation becomes effective June 1. He will be accompanying his wife, who is active duty military, and has received orders to transfer to another post.&nbsp;Command Sgt. Major Robert Wilson will serve in the post on an interim basis beginning in May. He retires from the Army later this year.

Armed Forces Day celebration is planned

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged aggravated assault in Riley County.

Just before 10:30p.m. Monday, officers filed a report for aggravated assault&nbsp;in the 100 block of Riley Avenue in Ogden, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

A 22-year-old man reported individuals in an Infinity rolled down their windows and pointed a gun at him. 

The suspects are unknown. Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rileycountypolice.org/287/Crime-Stoppers">Crime Stoppers</a>. Using Crime Stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged aggravated assault in Riley County.Just before 10:30p.m. Monday, officers filed a report for aggravated assault&nbsp;in the 100 block of Riley Avenue in Ogden, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.A 22-year-old man reported individuals in an Infinity rolled down their windows and pointed a gun at him. The suspects are unknown. Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rileycountypolice.org/287/Crime-Stoppers">Crime Stoppers</a>. Using Crime Stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

RCPD: Suspects allegedly pointed gun at man 

RILEY COUNTY —Three people were injured in an accident just before 9p.m. Monday in Riley County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2010 Ford Fusion driven by Jacob&nbsp;Crawford, 24, Fort Gordon, Georgia, was eastbound on Kansas 18&nbsp; three and one half miles west of Manhattan.

The car rear-ended a 2006 Lexus&nbsp;GS300 4-door driven by Jeremy L. Harper, 46, Junction City.

EMS transported&nbsp;Crawford, Harper and a passenger in the Lexus Kristen M.&nbsp;Centlivre, 45, Topeka, to Via Christi in Manhattan. All three were properly restrained, according to the KHP.

RILEY COUNTY —Three people were injured in an accident just before 9p.m. Monday in Riley County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2010 Ford Fusion driven by Jacob&nbsp;Crawford, 24, Fort Gordon, Georgia, was eastbound on Kansas 18&nbsp; three and one half miles west of Manhattan.The car rear-ended a 2006 Lexus&nbsp;GS300 4-door driven by Jeremy L. Harper, 46, Junction City.EMS transported&nbsp;Crawford, Harper and a passenger in the Lexus Kristen M.&nbsp;Centlivre, 45, Topeka, to Via Christi in Manhattan. All three were properly restrained, according to the KHP.

Junction City man among 3 hospitalized after rear-end crash

Geary Community Healthcare Foundation will host a June 22nd fundraiser, Boots &amp; Buckles, for the Geary County Food Pantry. This event will be held at Beck's Barn, 6458 Beck Road.

This will be a dinner and dance featuring: Jake Gill - Live Country Rock Band. Dinner will include smoked meats by Wildcat West 43 and there will be a vegetarian option. A silent auction is also scheduled. This will be a 21 and older event.

Bring one nonperishable food item per ticket . Costs to attend are $45 Ticket, $80 Couple, $325 Table, $425 VIP Table, and includes wine &amp; appetizers.&nbsp;

Sponsorship opportunities are available.&nbsp;

Geary Community Healthcare Foundation will host a June 22nd fundraiser, Boots &amp; Buckles, for the Geary County Food Pantry. This event will be held at Beck's Barn, 6458 Beck Road.This will be a dinner and dance featuring: Jake Gill - Live Country Rock Band. Dinner will include smoked meats by Wildcat West 43 and there will be a vegetarian option. A silent auction is also scheduled. This will be a 21 and older event.Bring one nonperishable food item per ticket . Costs to attend are $45 Ticket, $80 Couple, $325 Table, $425 VIP Table, and includes wine &amp; appetizers.&nbsp;Sponsorship opportunities are available.&nbsp;<figure>
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Geary Community Foundation will host Boots & Buckles

Geary County Emergency Management has passed along information from the National Weather Service on the possibility of severe weather.

--Late night storms - north-central into northeast Kansas generally after 10 pm tonight to 3 am Tuesday

--Large hail (up to 2”) and damaging winds (60-70 mph)○ A few tornadoes possible (night-time concerns)

--Overnight/Early morning storms - northeast and east-central KS generally after 3 am through 10 am Tuesday morning

--Tuesday afternoon storm potential - mainly along and North I-70○ Not expected to be severe but isolated storms could develop later in the afternoon along the cold front.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Geary County Emergency Management has passed along information from the National Weather Service on the possibility of severe weather.--Late night storms - north-central into northeast Kansas generally after 10 pm tonight to 3 am Tuesday--Large hail (up to 2”) and damaging winds (60-70 mph)○ A few tornadoes possible (night-time concerns)--Overnight/Early morning storms - northeast and east-central KS generally after 3 am through 10 am Tuesday morning--Tuesday afternoon storm potential - mainly along and North I-70○ Not expected to be severe but isolated storms could develop later in the afternoon along the cold front.&nbsp;&nbsp;

National Weather Service updates storm possibility

Junction City Manager Allen Dinkel issued a statement Monday about the JCPD. He said that the City has received a number of inquiries about the status of the Police Department after the recent announcement of Chief John Lamb’s departure.

Dinkel noted that in late February, workplace concerns came to the attention of officials.&nbsp; "The City engaged a third-party to interview employees, review information and determine whether City policy had been violated. The City placed individuals on paid administrative leave as a precautionary measure - to reduce the possibility of incidental contact between the parties and alleviate any concerns about intimidation and/or retaliation."

&nbsp;The city manager stated, "That although we&nbsp; understand the desire to for details pertaining to the concerns, the information gathered and the third-party’s determinations, maintaining confidentiality is necessary to ensure employees will report any concerning conduct in the future. Prompt reporting is key to prompt resolution and aligns with the City’s strong desire to maintain a positive work environment for all of its employees."

Dinkel stated that the Captain of Investigations Cory Odell and Captain of Operations Kirt Nichols are covering the duties of the Chief of Police until an interim is named or a suitable candidate can be found.

by Dewey TerrillJC PostJunction City Manager Allen Dinkel issued a statement Monday about the JCPD. He said that the City has received a number of inquiries about the status of the Police Department after the recent announcement of Chief John Lamb’s departure.Dinkel noted that in late February, workplace concerns came to the attention of officials.&nbsp; "The City engaged a third-party to interview employees, review information and determine whether City policy had been violated. The City placed individuals on paid administrative leave as a precautionary measure - to reduce the possibility of incidental contact between the parties and alleviate any concerns about intimidation and/or retaliation."&nbsp;The city manager stated, "That although we&nbsp; understand the desire to for details pertaining to the concerns, the information gathered and the third-party’s determinations, maintaining confidentiality is necessary to ensure employees will report any concerning conduct in the future. Prompt reporting is key to prompt resolution and aligns with the City’s strong desire to maintain a positive work environment for all of its employees."Dinkel stated that the Captain of Investigations Cory Odell and Captain of Operations Kirt Nichols are covering the duties of the Chief of Police until an interim is named or a suitable candidate can be found.

Update Regarding the Junction City Police Department leadership

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a shooting in Aggieville.

Just after 1:30a.m. Sunday, police on routine foot patrol in the Aggieville district on Manhattan heard a possible gunshot coming from the 1100 block of Moro Street, according to a media release from the Riley County Police Department.

Officers responded to the scene where they located a 22-year-old&nbsp; being detained by a bouncer. Upon initial assessment of the situation, officers observed the 22-year-old had sustained a head injury to which they called EMS and escorted the subject to the Aggieville Substation for further evaluation. 

Once there, officers discovered the subject also had a gunshot wound to his right thigh. EMS transported the victim/subject to Via Christi for treatment.&nbsp;

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers. &nbsp; Crime stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a reward of up to $1,000.

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a shooting in Aggieville.Just after 1:30a.m. Sunday, police on routine foot patrol in the Aggieville district on Manhattan heard a possible gunshot coming from the 1100 block of Moro Street, according to a media release from the Riley County Police Department.Officers responded to the scene where they located a 22-year-old&nbsp; being detained by a bouncer. Upon initial assessment of the situation, officers observed the 22-year-old had sustained a head injury to which they called EMS and escorted the subject to the Aggieville Substation for further evaluation. Once there, officers discovered the subject also had a gunshot wound to his right thigh. EMS transported the victim/subject to Via Christi for treatment.&nbsp;Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers. &nbsp; Crime stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a reward of up to $1,000.

Man hospitalized after report of gunfire in Aggieville 

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on multiple allegations in Manhattan.&nbsp;

Just after 5p.m. Friday, police arrested 44-year-old John Martin of Manhattan in the 100 block of Courthouse Place, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

 Martin was arrested on a Riley County District Court warrant for stalking, violation of a protection order x 8, and burglary. 

 Martin met the requirement of a $70,000 bond and is no longer in custody, according to the RCPD.

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on multiple allegations in Manhattan.&nbsp;Just after 5p.m. Friday, police arrested 44-year-old John Martin of Manhattan in the 100 block of Courthouse Place, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. Martin was arrested on a Riley County District Court warrant for stalking, violation of a protection order x 8, and burglary. Martin met the requirement of a $70,000 bond and is no longer in custody, according to the RCPD.

Manhattan man accused of stalking, burglary

Beginning Monday, April 15, the Kansas Department of Transportation plans to begin work on the first of two phases of a resurfacing project on K-57 and U.S. 77 in Geary County.

During the first phase, the contractor will patch concrete on the four-lane section of K-57, just north of 18th street in Junction City. Work during this phase of construction is scheduled for completion in early May.

Beginning Monday, April 15, the Kansas Department of Transportation plans to begin work on the first of two phases of a resurfacing project on K-57 and U.S. 77 in Geary County.During the first phase, the contractor will patch concrete on the four-lane section of K-57, just north of 18th street in Junction City. Work during this phase of construction is scheduled for completion in early May.KDOT release

Road resurfacing project is set to begin in Geary County

&nbsp;The 107.9 FM/1420 KJCK AM Glavan Ford of Clay Center&nbsp;"Spring Into Dollars" Cash Code Contest is on the air giving away $100 dollars four times each day Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Thursdays listeners will have 10 opportunities to enter to win $100 dollars on the "Thousand Dollar Thursdays."

  Just listen for the cash code Keyword and when you hear it&nbsp; you can enter below to win $100 dollars.

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HUTCHINSON, Kan.&nbsp;— The 2024 National Work Zone Awareness Week is April 15-19.

"The reason we talk about Work Zone safety is because it's really, truly, for the safety of everybody," said Tim Potter with the Kansas Department of Transportation."About 90% of the time, or nine in ten times, the people who are injured in work zone crashes are motorists themselves."

There were more injuries in work zone crashes last year than the year before.

"Last year, in Kansas, we had nine people who died in work zone crashes," Potter said. "Five hundred and eight were injured. We'd like to get that number down. That's part of the reason we try to raise awareness to this."

Please be focused if you see a work zone ahead.

"The top contributing circumstance of work zone crashes is inattention," Potter said. "People are following the vehicle in front of them too closely. They are driving too fast for the conditions. We do typically have reduced speed signs in the work zones. It's double fines in all Kansas work zones, whether that's a major construction project or a short term maintenance project."

Orange is the primary color in work zones. Go Orange Day in Kansas is Wednesday, April 17. Everyone is encouraged to wear orange and show highway workers and everyone who works along the roadways how much their efforts are appreciated.&nbsp;

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan.&nbsp;— The 2024 National Work Zone Awareness Week is April 15-19."The reason we talk about Work Zone safety is because it's really, truly, for the safety of everybody," said Tim Potter with the Kansas Department of Transportation."About 90% of the time, or nine in ten times, the people who are injured in work zone crashes are motorists themselves."There were more injuries in work zone crashes last year than the year before."Last year, in Kansas, we had nine people who died in work zone crashes," Potter said. "Five hundred and eight were injured. We'd like to get that number down. That's part of the reason we try to raise awareness to this."Please be focused if you see a work zone ahead."The top contributing circumstance of work zone crashes is inattention," Potter said. "People are following the vehicle in front of them too closely. They are driving too fast for the conditions. We do typically have reduced speed signs in the work zones. It's double fines in all Kansas work zones, whether that's a major construction project or a short term maintenance project."Orange is the primary color in work zones. Go Orange Day in Kansas is Wednesday, April 17. Everyone is encouraged to wear orange and show highway workers and everyone who works along the roadways how much their efforts are appreciated.&nbsp;<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile&nbsp;app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

KDOT: Work Zone awareness important for drivers, too

Let’s begin this week with streets as they are always a “hot” topic. There are certain streets in Junction City and in many other Kansas communities that are also Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) Connecting Links. These fall in 2 groups. In one, are the Highways of Interstate 70, US 77, K-18 west of 77 to the City limits and K-57 from the City limits to the intersection of 18th Street and Jackson. These run within the City limits but are totally maintained by KDOT. The City does maintain the traffic lights, but mowing is within the KDOT right of Way and is done at their direction. They also set the speed limits. We often get complaints about the speed limit on 77 in the Ash and McFarland area. The City has no control of that.

The other connecting links are highways in the City, but the maintenance is done by the City with funds the City receives from KDOT. These include Washington Street from the Interstate to 6th Street and then east to the City limits as Business 40; and then 18th Street from Jackson and 18th street to Washinton and then south on Washington to 6th and Washington. Each year the City receives $5,000 per lane mile in funding from the State. (One mile of 4 lane equates to 4 lane miles). The bridge on East Sixth is part of a connecting link and the replacement is done in full by KDOT. (We have not heard when it will be competed, but still be told later this summer. Would love to be wrong on that one). When the City needs to do a major project on a connecting link, such as a mill and overlay, the City applies and has received Connecting Link grant funds which cover 90% of the cost. The City will be applying for more of these funds this year for projects on Washington Street.

The downside on a Connecting Link is that KDOT has some control in issues such as curb cuts, signs, and where traffic signals are located. Some of you may remember a Stop Light at 10th and Washington. KDOT took it out due to their traffic counts. It may be difficult to ever get them to agree to putting one back at that location. The other one we hear much about is the need for a traffic signal at Washington and Ash. Yes, it has been asked for more than once, but KDOT does not agree so far. I am sure the City will continue to request that and even a resident down the street from that intersection has reached out to KDOT on behalf of the City. I am sure KDOT would be more than happy to allow the City to end that Connecting Link agreement, however would the loss of funding be wise? KDOT funds now allow local funds to be used elsewhere.

We have received word that the replacement of the roundabout at Washington Street and Interstate 70 will be started in late June. By that time, the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) will have opened the west bound “off” ramps at Grandview Plaza and Chestnut Street. The closing of those ramps has had a toll on some businesses, but KDOT has no other choice as they make much needed improvements on I-70. The roundabout I mentioned will not be made any bigger due to the area but will be smoother and easier to travel around. Hopefully it will have a 20-to-25-year life span.

I have seen some posts regarding sewer rates. The amount of each bill for sewer is based on the amount of water that goes through the City water meter, however for residential customers it is the average monthly water use for 3 winter months where there is no “outside” watering. For new customers without a winter usage history, a City average for residences is used the first year. Commercial customers are charged based on the amount of water used, but some have a separate meter for “irrigation” and subsequentially are not charged for sewer.

Another comment I have seen is that the price of water varies during the day. No, the price per gallon is the same 24/7. For those who want to follow their water use, just call Customer Service and they can sign you up on a portal where you can be view your usage. The City only bills once a month, but the meters record a reading each hour. A good service that you all have access to.

Let’s begin this week with streets as they are always a “hot” topic. There are certain streets in Junction City and in many other Kansas communities that are also Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) Connecting Links. These fall in 2 groups. In one, are the Highways of Interstate 70, US 77, K-18 west of 77 to the City limits and K-57 from the City limits to the intersection of 18th Street and Jackson. These run within the City limits but are totally maintained by KDOT. The City does maintain the traffic lights, but mowing is within the KDOT right of Way and is done at their direction. They also set the speed limits. We often get complaints about the speed limit on 77 in the Ash and McFarland area. The City has no control of that.The other connecting links are highways in the City, but the maintenance is done by the City with funds the City receives from KDOT. These include Washington Street from the Interstate to 6th Street and then east to the City limits as Business 40; and then 18th Street from Jackson and 18th street to Washinton and then south on Washington to 6th and Washington. Each year the City receives $5,000 per lane mile in funding from the State. (One mile of 4 lane equates to 4 lane miles). The bridge on East Sixth is part of a connecting link and the replacement is done in full by KDOT. (We have not heard when it will be competed, but still be told later this summer. Would love to be wrong on that one). When the City needs to do a major project on a connecting link, such as a mill and overlay, the City applies and has received Connecting Link grant funds which cover 90% of the cost. The City will be applying for more of these funds this year for projects on Washington Street.The downside on a Connecting Link is that KDOT has some control in issues such as curb cuts, signs, and where traffic signals are located. Some of you may remember a Stop Light at 10th and Washington. KDOT took it out due to their traffic counts. It may be difficult to ever get them to agree to putting one back at that location. The other one we hear much about is the need for a traffic signal at Washington and Ash. Yes, it has been asked for more than once, but KDOT does not agree so far. I am sure the City will continue to request that and even a resident down the street from that intersection has reached out to KDOT on behalf of the City. I am sure KDOT would be more than happy to allow the City to end that Connecting Link agreement, however would the loss of funding be wise? KDOT funds now allow local funds to be used elsewhere.We have received word that the replacement of the roundabout at Washington Street and Interstate 70 will be started in late June. By that time, the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) will have opened the west bound “off” ramps at Grandview Plaza and Chestnut Street. The closing of those ramps has had a toll on some businesses, but KDOT has no other choice as they make much needed improvements on I-70. The roundabout I mentioned will not be made any bigger due to the area but will be smoother and easier to travel around. Hopefully it will have a 20-to-25-year life span.I have seen some posts regarding sewer rates. The amount of each bill for sewer is based on the amount of water that goes through the City water meter, however for residential customers it is the average monthly water use for 3 winter months where there is no “outside” watering. For new customers without a winter usage history, a City average for residences is used the first year. Commercial customers are charged based on the amount of water used, but some have a separate meter for “irrigation” and subsequentially are not charged for sewer.Another comment I have seen is that the price of water varies during the day. No, the price per gallon is the same 24/7. For those who want to follow their water use, just call Customer Service and they can sign you up on a portal where you can be view your usage. The City only bills once a month, but the meters record a reading each hour. A good service that you all have access to.

City Manager Allen Dinkel authors the 515 Report

Junction City Commissioners will talk Tuesday night about completing a feasibility study to analyze Spin City as an event center. The study, if done, would provide officials with an idea on cost and needs. It would give a sketch of what challenges could be faced, possible solutions, and an estimate of costs. The study would help in determining if making Spin City an event center is feasible and within a manageable cost. 

Commissioners will be in session at 7 p.m. Tuesday at 701 North Jefferson.

The proposal would have architect Bruce McMillan conduct a feasibility study for $15,750.&nbsp;Payment would be made from the General Fund.

&nbsp;Staff recommends approving the feasibility study so they can properly evaluate before committing additional resources, time, and funding for this project.

Junction City Commissioners will talk Tuesday night about completing a feasibility study to analyze Spin City as an event center. The study, if done, would provide officials with an idea on cost and needs. It would give a sketch of what challenges could be faced, possible solutions, and an estimate of costs. The study would help in determining if making Spin City an event center is feasible and within a manageable cost. Commissioners will be in session at 7 p.m. Tuesday at 701 North Jefferson.The proposal would have architect Bruce McMillan conduct a feasibility study for $15,750.&nbsp;Payment would be made from the General Fund.&nbsp;Staff recommends approving the feasibility study so they can properly evaluate before committing additional resources, time, and funding for this project.

City Commission will consider a feasibility study for Spin City

The City has announced that Saturday, April 27th is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. The Junction City Police Department will be participating. 

You can bring unused or expired prescriptions to Dillons at 618 W 6th Street from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in Junction City.

The City has announced that Saturday, April 27th is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. The Junction City Police Department will be participating. You can bring unused or expired prescriptions to Dillons at 618 W 6th Street from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in Junction City.

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

The monthly Military Affairs Council Breakfast in Junction City will be held Thursday, April 25 at the Geary County Convention Center. The Executive Director of the Society of the First Infantry Division, Phyllis Fitzgerald, will be the featured speaker.

The Chamber of Commerce said doors will open at 7 a.m. and the breakfast will run from 7:30 to 9 a.m.

To register online go to www.jcacc.org/macbreakfast or to mac@jcacc.org by 4 p.m. Friday, April 19. Tickets are $20. Walk-ins are discouraged.

The monthly Military Affairs Council Breakfast in Junction City will be held Thursday, April 25 at the Geary County Convention Center. The Executive Director of the Society of the First Infantry Division, Phyllis Fitzgerald, will be the featured speaker.The Chamber of Commerce said doors will open at 7 a.m. and the breakfast will run from 7:30 to 9 a.m.To register online go to www.jcacc.org/macbreakfast or to mac@jcacc.org by 4 p.m. Friday, April 19. Tickets are $20. Walk-ins are discouraged.

MAC Breakfast is scheduled April 25

The Junction City Little Theater production of Footloose is coming to the C.L. Hoover Opera House the next two weekends, Friday through Sunday April 19-21 and April 26-28.&nbsp;This is a musical production

The storyline involves a boy moving to a town where dancing is not allowed. According to the Little Theater it involves a heartfelt story that emerges pinning a father longing for the son he lost against a young man aching for the father who walked out on him.

Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. April 19,20, 26 and 27 plus 2 p.m. on the 21 and 28. Purchase tickets at www. jcoperahouse.org or by calling 785-238-3906.

The Junction City Little Theater production of Footloose is coming to the C.L. Hoover Opera House the next two weekends, Friday through Sunday April 19-21 and April 26-28.&nbsp;This is a musical productionThe storyline involves a boy moving to a town where dancing is not allowed. According to the Little Theater it involves a heartfelt story that emerges pinning a father longing for the son he lost against a young man aching for the father who walked out on him.Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. April 19,20, 26 and 27 plus 2 p.m. on the 21 and 28. Purchase tickets at www. jcoperahouse.org or by calling 785-238-3906.

Footloose opens Friday in Junction City

The Junction City Family YMCA will seek to raise funds for a new basketball floor. YMCA Executive Director Amber Stanley tells community supporters in a letter that the YMCA is old but has served the community well the last 55 years. Funds are being raised for necessary repairs&nbsp; and updates. "One of the needed updates is a new basketball floor. We currently have a rubber floor but over the years it has split in multiple places," said Stanley.

The gym is used on a daily basis for activities ranging from aerobics and taekwondo to the heaviest usage, youth basketball. K-6th grade leagues, plus middle and high school kids come in after school to play.

Stanley said she has priced flooring which can be installed over the existing floor. "The price for new ProGym plank materials including installation will be $40,000 - 43,000." Stanley added that she realizes it is a lofty goal but believes keeping the YMCA a safe place where children want to come will benefit the community. She noted that kids can change the world and change can happen. "I want to leave this community bigger and better!"

The YMCA membership base totals more than 1,500, and offers youth sports for Kindergarten through 6th grade. They will be expanding into intramural sports programs at the middle and high school level. They also run a Parents as Teachers program and a YMCA Before &amp; After School program.

The Junction City Family YMCA will seek to raise funds for a new basketball floor. YMCA Executive Director Amber Stanley tells community supporters in a letter that the YMCA is old but has served the community well the last 55 years. Funds are being raised for necessary repairs&nbsp; and updates. "One of the needed updates is a new basketball floor. We currently have a rubber floor but over the years it has split in multiple places," said Stanley.The gym is used on a daily basis for activities ranging from aerobics and taekwondo to the heaviest usage, youth basketball. K-6th grade leagues, plus middle and high school kids come in after school to play.Stanley said she has priced flooring which can be installed over the existing floor. "The price for new ProGym plank materials including installation will be $40,000 - 43,000." Stanley added that she realizes it is a lofty goal but believes keeping the YMCA a safe place where children want to come will benefit the community. She noted that kids can change the world and change can happen. "I want to leave this community bigger and better!"The YMCA membership base totals more than 1,500, and offers youth sports for Kindergarten through 6th grade. They will be expanding into intramural sports programs at the middle and high school level. They also run a Parents as Teachers program and a YMCA Before &amp; After School program.

A new basketball floor is a goal for the Junction City Family YMCA

The Geary USD 475 Board of Education will meet in special session at 6 p.m. Monday at the Devin Center. They will consider approval of a recommendation for health insurance renewal.

A committee has chosen to go with Blue Cross Blue Shield with a GAP plan for the 2024-2025 insurance year. Staff recommends that the Board approve the renewal of the Blue Cross Blue Shield with the added GAP plan for the 2024-2025 plan year as presented.

The Geary USD 475 Board of Education will meet in special session at 6 p.m. Monday at the Devin Center. They will consider approval of a recommendation for health insurance renewal.A committee has chosen to go with Blue Cross Blue Shield with a GAP plan for the 2024-2025 insurance year. Staff recommends that the Board approve the renewal of the Blue Cross Blue Shield with the added GAP plan for the 2024-2025 plan year as presented.

Agenda is set for Special USD 475 BOE meeting

A 1994 Junction City High School graduate, Bobby Lashley, will be the guest speaker for the USD 475 Celebration of Teaching Banquet on May 6th at the Geary County Convention Center.

Geary Community Schools Foundation Executive Director Margie Pinaire said Franklin Roberto (Bobby) Lashley attended Ware Elementary, Fort Riley Middle School and JCHS. While at Fort Riley Middle School his career seemed to have begun when he was introduced to amateur wrestling as an off-season alternative to football. He continued at JCHS where he was a 4-yr varsity athlete on the wrestling team, a 6A state champion runner-up his junior year and claimed a 6A state championship title his senior year. He competed at the National High School Senior Wrestling Championship, placing eighth in the nation, and was recognized as a High School All-American Athlete. When not wrestling for JCHS, he participated in Freestyle and Greco Roman wrestling where he also excelled.

Lashley continued his education and successful wrestling career at Missouri Valley College where he was a 4-time NAIA All American and a 3-time NAIA National Champion. He was inducted into both the Kansas Sports Hall of Fame and the Missouri Valley Athletic Hall of Fame. He graduated from college in 1999 with a bachelor’s degree in human-service agency management and recreation administration. 

Lashley joined the United States Army for 4 years and continued to compete in amateur wrestling. He was a world champion in the International Military Sports Council Armed Forces Senior Freestyle, winning the gold in 2003. 

After the military, Lashley made his professional debut in WWE as Buster Lashley in 2005. He has been a WWE Champion, ECW Champion, TNA Champion, wrestled on the International Circuit in Japan, Italy, Puerto Rico, and other places. He has been in movies, in video games, on TV. He is currently with the WWE. 

Bobby is also, successful in the MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) world. He is the proud father of three children and can often be seen at their events.

Teacher and para scholarships will be presented and USD 475 Retirees will be honored during the banquet.&nbsp; Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. and the banquet begins at 6 p.m. This event is covered soley by donations to the Geary Community Schools Foundation.&nbsp;

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 </figure>A 1994 Junction City High School graduate, Bobby Lashley, will be the guest speaker for the USD 475 Celebration of Teaching Banquet on May 6th at the Geary County Convention Center.Geary Community Schools Foundation Executive Director Margie Pinaire said Franklin Roberto (Bobby) Lashley attended Ware Elementary, Fort Riley Middle School and JCHS. While at Fort Riley Middle School his career seemed to have begun when he was introduced to amateur wrestling as an off-season alternative to football. He continued at JCHS where he was a 4-yr varsity athlete on the wrestling team, a 6A state champion runner-up his junior year and claimed a 6A state championship title his senior year. He competed at the National High School Senior Wrestling Championship, placing eighth in the nation, and was recognized as a High School All-American Athlete. When not wrestling for JCHS, he participated in Freestyle and Greco Roman wrestling where he also excelled.Lashley continued his education and successful wrestling career at Missouri Valley College where he was a 4-time NAIA All American and a 3-time NAIA National Champion. He was inducted into both the Kansas Sports Hall of Fame and the Missouri Valley Athletic Hall of Fame. He graduated from college in 1999 with a bachelor’s degree in human-service agency management and recreation administration. Lashley joined the United States Army for 4 years and continued to compete in amateur wrestling. He was a world champion in the International Military Sports Council Armed Forces Senior Freestyle, winning the gold in 2003. After the military, Lashley made his professional debut in WWE as Buster Lashley in 2005. He has been a WWE Champion, ECW Champion, TNA Champion, wrestled on the International Circuit in Japan, Italy, Puerto Rico, and other places. He has been in movies, in video games, on TV. He is currently with the WWE. Bobby is also, successful in the MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) world. He is the proud father of three children and can often be seen at their events.Teacher and para scholarships will be presented and USD 475 Retirees will be honored during the banquet.&nbsp; Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. and the banquet begins at 6 p.m. This event is covered soley by donations to the Geary Community Schools Foundation.&nbsp;<figure>
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Celebration of Teaching Banquet will be May 6

Alyssa Vaughn, Failure to appear, arrested 04/11

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 </figure>Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable.Alyssa Vaughn, Failure to appear, arrested 04/11Recent 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.

Geary County Booking Photos April 12

JUNCTION CITY, Kan.&nbsp;– Junction City High School seniors Ava Oentrich and Leon Leadabrand were named 2024 Kansas Career and Technical Education (CTE) Scholars by the Kansas State Department of Education this week. Oentrich was awarded for her work in Comprehensive Agriculture Science, while Leadabrand received recognition because of his exceptional work in Health Science. Only 92 high school seniors from across the state were recognized by KSDE at the Kansas State Board of Education meeting on Tuesday, April 9. The Kansas CTE Scholar program is an opportunity to recognize well-rounded, outstanding CTE students who are finishing their senior year of high school. By being named a CTE Scholar, Oentrich and Leadabrand will receive a commemorative pin, special certificate, graduation honor cord and statewide recognition.

JUNCTION CITY, Kan.&nbsp;– Junction City High School seniors Ava Oentrich and Leon Leadabrand were named 2024 Kansas Career and Technical Education (CTE) Scholars by the Kansas State Department of Education this week. Oentrich was awarded for her work in Comprehensive Agriculture Science, while Leadabrand received recognition because of his exceptional work in Health Science. Only 92 high school seniors from across the state were recognized by KSDE at the Kansas State Board of Education meeting on Tuesday, April 9. The Kansas CTE Scholar program is an opportunity to recognize well-rounded, outstanding CTE students who are finishing their senior year of high school. By being named a CTE Scholar, Oentrich and Leadabrand will receive a commemorative pin, special certificate, graduation honor cord and statewide recognition.By Matt HooverUSD 475 Communications Coordinator

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