FORT RILEY, Kansas – Christine Wormuth, the 25th Secretary of the Army, met with Soldiers and leadership of the 1st Infantry Division during her first visit to Fort Riley this past Wednesday.

Wormuth toured the installation alongside Maj. Gen. John V. Meyer III, commander of the 1st Inf. Div. and Fort Riley, and Senator Jerry Moran, U.S. Senator for Kansas. The group discussed ongoing installation developments and observed a training exercise with Estonian Defense Forces.

"I came out here because the Big Red One has been incredibly busy,” said Wormuth. “You all know that they have been deployed to Europe. We’ve got our combat aviation brigade going out to Europe in just a couple more months and I wanted to hear from our Soldiers and our [noncommissioned officers] about how they’re feeling and how those deployments have been.”

While touring a series of newly renovated barracks rooms, 1st Inf. Div. and Fort Riley leaders discussed the potential that Fort Riley has and the opportunities Soldiers might find should they be assigned to the Big Red One.

The rooms offer junior enlisted and noncommissioned officers modernized living spaces aimed at improving the overall quality of life for Soldiers living on post. “The appropriation bill that has passed the Senate and the House and was signed by the President provides $15.9 million for design and planning for new barracks, not a renovated barracks but a new barracks,” said Moran.

At several locations on the tour, Wormuth recognized a handful of Soldiers and civilians who were highlighted by their respective leadership for various accomplishments including their professionalism and their commitment to developing their craft.

For several weeks now, the 1st Inf. Div. and Fort Riley has hosted multinational forces, continuing the efforts that were further developed during Winter Strike 22, a training exercise held in Europe designed to improve communication efforts between NATO Allies and partners while building readiness of combat credible forces.

In addition to improving methods of communication, these efforts create trust and expose potential problem areas in a training environment. “Sometimes I think the thought is that we’re in the middle of nowhere but really we are in the middle of the country,” said Moran. “The challenges we face today are both on the east coast and the west coast. [Fort Riley] is positioned to be able to help the military meet the needs of a dangerous world.”

During their tour, Wormuth had the opportunity to observe the exercise as 1st Inf. Div. Soldiers worked alongside multinational personnel to solve battle problems in real-time.

“One of the things that really stands out are the incredible training opportunities that are available here at Fort Riley,” said Wormuth. “Because of the sheer space and the terrain that we have is perfect for our armored brigade combat teams to train. There just aren’t that many places in the United States outside of our big training centers like

Fort Irwin in California where we can have brigades and even a whole division go out and train.” This visit provided a first-hand look at the 1st Inf. Div. and Fort Riley’s resources and amenities that enhance the overall quality of life for Soldiers and families. The 1st Inf. Div. will continue conducting exercises over the next several months through deliberate training designed to hone warfighting capabilities. 

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 </figure>1st Infantry Division news releaseFORT RILEY, Kansas – Christine Wormuth, the 25th Secretary of the Army, met with Soldiers and leadership of the 1st Infantry Division during her first visit to Fort Riley this past Wednesday.Wormuth toured the installation alongside Maj. Gen. John V. Meyer III, commander of the 1st Inf. Div. and Fort Riley, and Senator Jerry Moran, U.S. Senator for Kansas. The group discussed ongoing installation developments and observed a training exercise with Estonian Defense Forces.<figure>
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 </figure>"I came out here because the Big Red One has been incredibly busy,” said Wormuth. “You all know that they have been deployed to Europe. We’ve got our combat aviation brigade going out to Europe in just a couple more months and I wanted to hear from our Soldiers and our [noncommissioned officers] about how they’re feeling and how those deployments have been.”While touring a series of newly renovated barracks rooms, 1st Inf. Div. and Fort Riley leaders discussed the potential that Fort Riley has and the opportunities Soldiers might find should they be assigned to the Big Red One.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1693694402557.jpeg" alt="Secretary of the Army Christine Wormuth toured new barracks at Fort Riley" />
 <figcaption>Secretary of the Army Christine Wormuth toured new barracks at Fort Riley</figcaption>
 </figure>The rooms offer junior enlisted and noncommissioned officers modernized living spaces aimed at improving the overall quality of life for Soldiers living on post. “The appropriation bill that has passed the Senate and the House and was signed by the President provides $15.9 million for design and planning for new barracks, not a renovated barracks but a new barracks,” said Moran.At several locations on the tour, Wormuth recognized a handful of Soldiers and civilians who were highlighted by their respective leadership for various accomplishments including their professionalism and their commitment to developing their craft.For several weeks now, the 1st Inf. Div. and Fort Riley has hosted multinational forces, continuing the efforts that were further developed during Winter Strike 22, a training exercise held in Europe designed to improve communication efforts between NATO Allies and partners while building readiness of combat credible forces.In addition to improving methods of communication, these efforts create trust and expose potential problem areas in a training environment. “Sometimes I think the thought is that we’re in the middle of nowhere but really we are in the middle of the country,” said Moran. “The challenges we face today are both on the east coast and the west coast. [Fort Riley] is positioned to be able to help the military meet the needs of a dangerous world.”During their tour, Wormuth had the opportunity to observe the exercise as 1st Inf. Div. Soldiers worked alongside multinational personnel to solve battle problems in real-time.“One of the things that really stands out are the incredible training opportunities that are available here at Fort Riley,” said Wormuth. “Because of the sheer space and the terrain that we have is perfect for our armored brigade combat teams to train. There just aren’t that many places in the United States outside of our big training centers likeFort Irwin in California where we can have brigades and even a whole division go out and train.” This visit provided a first-hand look at the 1st Inf. Div. and Fort Riley’s resources and amenities that enhance the overall quality of life for Soldiers and families. The 1st Inf. Div. will continue conducting exercises over the next several months through deliberate training designed to hone warfighting capabilities.

Secretary of the Army Visits Fort Riley

Join Catie Weve and Becky Goff as they explore the Little Apple by inviting local organizations, business owners and community leaders to the studio to discuss why choose the Little Apple and what makes the Little Apple a special place for them.

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🎙: Little Apple Bites: Plate Full of Laughs

Michaela Joyce, Executive Director of the Junction City Mainstreet Program, talks to me about the framework and structure of the organization, mission and vision and current and future Mainstreet programs, projects and special events. Everything is centered around the 8 square block area we call downtown Junction City.

<div><iframe title="Episode 11 - JC Mainstreet Director Michaela Joyce" 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=hum4t-14947b7-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 BrecheisenMichaela Joyce, Executive Director of the Junction City Mainstreet Program, talks to me about the framework and structure of the organization, mission and vision and current and future Mainstreet programs, projects and special events. Everything is centered around the 8 square block area we call downtown Junction City.<figure>
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🎙: "Coffee Talk" - JC Mainstreet Executive Director Michaela Joyce

The availability of certified seed wheat is usually as reliable as&nbsp;bread&nbsp;on the shelves&nbsp;at&nbsp;the local grocery store. Following&nbsp;the short harvest, however, wheat farmers like Gary Millershaski near Lakin are finding sourcing the specific varieties of certified seed wheat more difficult and costly than taking a quick trip down to pick up the bags they need. Producers need to think creatively and use their available resources to secure quality seed wheat that will help make next year’s wheat harvest.&nbsp;

“I try to plant all certified seed because we invest a lot of money into seed production, Millershaski, who also serves as the chairman of the Kansas Wheat Commission, said. “This year, if you didn’t speak for it early, you don’t have the option of any particular variety you want. Now there is seed available, but it is going to cost more this year.”

It is no shock that certified seed wheat supplies are limited this year due to the drought and short production from the Kansas harvest. Many seed dealers across the state are either sold out of certified seed wheat or have limited supplies.

“It’s extremely tight and it’s getting tighter by the day,” said Dan Dall, Central Plains regional commercial manager for Limagrain Cereal Seeds. “Guys need to be getting stuff ordered and taken care of so they can get what they want. I think we’re already down to second or third choice in a lot of places.”

Seed dealers and the companies they represent are trying to offset these shortages and meet the demand of their local customers by securing sources of certified seed wheat from other parts of Kansas or other states, but it may not be cost-effective to do so considering the high cost of freight.&nbsp;

Add more varieties to shopping list for seed wheat

Given the shortage of certified seed wheat supplies, wheat producers should be prepared to expand their list of preferred varieties to purchase, if they have not already locked in seed wheat.&nbsp;

“Instead of one or two options, be prepared to be thinking through three, four or five different options of the varieties you want,” said Bryson Haverkamp, Kansas Wheat Alliance CEO. “Your first or second choice may not be available.”

Luckily, Kansas growers have a wealth of resources available for this research, including K-State’s Kansas Wheat Variety Guide or the “Wheat Varieties for Kansas and the Great Plains” best choices book.&nbsp;

<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010qdliCZe6VzRgfCzVPSbykATn4ik-cGphS8iSNWUsXwyXu7pzJjnbw5XeeU3EkxWhG9NVPrZ18WbTaMPBxRou0Lk51A6W4kpSOBeRo7-vHYbFM4X2l5Oeja6ZMR7kkkXy9aKODU0QLeStibw4nAXjUZBjwFc5_9Qle-0kIqVJq2e0IYB2cTpRg==&amp;c=fMXjiOHoQUmXO-S9OiNGAzuz3-GZAnkwKj0jUiQm6QvHp4RQv-dm-Q==&amp;ch=OGsGaJsAPZzxAyUIDerePPvfvhoJa7QIumZqTZ0X0Jj93nnOgRDxYw==" target="_blank">https://bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu/pubs/mf991.pdf</a>&nbsp;

<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010qdliCZe6VzRgfCzVPSbykATn4ik-cGphS8iSNWUsXwyXu7pzJjnb1l5LXkNHxTABB-x7AoZ8arM1yrd09myU4mvBLSSwwxaFE67YEOnjKsUus6meDPJzhUl-ffCehkFx10G3m5JZqsujDJOaE8fFsgjvBfzg8vgHE_C_fKU_dVMB2IGSiye5g==&amp;c=fMXjiOHoQUmXO-S9OiNGAzuz3-GZAnkwKj0jUiQm6QvHp4RQv-dm-Q==&amp;ch=OGsGaJsAPZzxAyUIDerePPvfvhoJa7QIumZqTZ0X0Jj93nnOgRDxYw==" target="_blank">https://thewheatfarmer.com/wheat-varieties-book/</a>&nbsp;

When looking at this data, Andrew Blubaugh, wheat commercial manager for WestBred, cautioned producers not to just look at this year’s data, but to look back at two, three or four years of data to get a better picture of a variety’s performance and consistency.

“Don’t be upset that your pick for this year isn’t on the top of the list because this year’s data was skewed with the challenging harvest,” Blubaugh said. “Make sure to look at that multi-year history.”

In addition to these publications, seed dealers and company representatives can help growers walk through the list of available varieties to source ones that will work for their operations.&nbsp;

“There’s a lot of good advice out there,” Dall said. “Most company representatives can provide you with pretty good guidance on new varieties or different varieties to try. There are resources out there and we’re more than happy to help.”

Another option for growers is to try out a new or different variety. Instead of relying on a go-to variety, producers could branch out to something with similar agronomic characteristics.&nbsp;

“The marketplace is full of great varieties,” Dall said. “It might be a good time to try something new. We like to be set in our ways, but this does give us an opportunity to take&nbsp;a look at something else.”

Producers should also have confidence that the varieties for sale, even if they are not their go-to selections or the hot, new pick for the season, are the result of an extensive wheat breeding process and the varieties that make it to market are there because they were consistent top performers in their generations.

“There’s a lot of varieties in the marketplace today and they’re all very competitive,” said Dave Abel, key account lead for AgriPro wheat. “There are products that perform better than others in certain areas, but I have confidence that everything in my portfolio that’s out in the marketplace is out there because it performs.”

Select good quality seed for certified sources

One action producers should not take this planting season is to purchase seed wheat from unlicensed neighbors. Certified seed wheat is subject to plant variety protection (PVP) laws that govern the development and sale of certified seed wheat by public and private wheat breeders. While farmers can retain seed wheat from the certified seed they plant for use in their own operations, the sale of that “brown-bagged” wheat is illegal and could carry serious ramifications for not only the seller but also the buyer.&nbsp;In addition, bin-run wheat likely has not undergone the rigorous standards that certified seed producers are required to undergo to ensure that the seed they are selling is a quality product to put out to customers.&nbsp;

If&nbsp;producers are using their own retained seed wheat, they should send samples out for germination tests, especially following this year’s challenging growing season. Haverkamp emphasized the importance of germination testing specifically this year to ensure seed is up to acceptable standards, especially considering the amount of head scab present in the western part of Kansas.&nbsp;

If not a regular practice, producers should also strongly consider seed treatments this year as the extra fungicide and insecticide will offer additional protection against seed-transmitted fungal diseases and fall-season insects.

“It’s always a good idea to look at seed treatments, but especially in years like this when disease pressure was increased in the western part of the state, seed treatment is got insurance to help get your wheat crop off to a good start,” Blubaugh said.

Overall, while sourcing seed wheat will be a challenge this season, Kansas growers should be rest assured there are good wheat varieties available to make a crop next year.&nbsp;

“There’s a lot of good wheat varieties out there,” Haverkamp said. “Don’t be disappointed if you don’t get the variety you want. Each company has good varieties. Work really closely with your local seed provider and work with them on what they think would be a good fit for your operation.”&nbsp;

Kansas WheatThe availability of certified seed wheat is usually as reliable as&nbsp;bread&nbsp;on the shelves&nbsp;at&nbsp;the local grocery store. Following&nbsp;the short harvest, however, wheat farmers like Gary Millershaski near Lakin are finding sourcing the specific varieties of certified seed wheat more difficult and costly than taking a quick trip down to pick up the bags they need. Producers need to think creatively and use their available resources to secure quality seed wheat that will help make next year’s wheat harvest.&nbsp;“I try to plant all certified seed because we invest a lot of money into seed production, Millershaski, who also serves as the chairman of the Kansas Wheat Commission, said. “This year, if you didn’t speak for it early, you don’t have the option of any particular variety you want. Now there is seed available, but it is going to cost more this year.”It is no shock that certified seed wheat supplies are limited this year due to the drought and short production from the Kansas harvest. Many seed dealers across the state are either sold out of certified seed wheat or have limited supplies.“It’s extremely tight and it’s getting tighter by the day,” said Dan Dall, Central Plains regional commercial manager for Limagrain Cereal Seeds. “Guys need to be getting stuff ordered and taken care of so they can get what they want. I think we’re already down to second or third choice in a lot of places.”Seed dealers and the companies they represent are trying to offset these shortages and meet the demand of their local customers by securing sources of certified seed wheat from other parts of Kansas or other states, but it may not be cost-effective to do so considering the high cost of freight.&nbsp;Add more varieties to shopping list for seed wheatGiven the shortage of certified seed wheat supplies, wheat producers should be prepared to expand their list of preferred varieties to purchase, if they have not already locked in seed wheat.&nbsp;“Instead of one or two options, be prepared to be thinking through three, four or five different options of the varieties you want,” said Bryson Haverkamp, Kansas Wheat Alliance CEO. “Your first or second choice may not be available.”Luckily, Kansas growers have a wealth of resources available for this research, including K-State’s Kansas Wheat Variety Guide or the “Wheat Varieties for Kansas and the Great Plains” best choices book.&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010qdliCZe6VzRgfCzVPSbykATn4ik-cGphS8iSNWUsXwyXu7pzJjnbw5XeeU3EkxWhG9NVPrZ18WbTaMPBxRou0Lk51A6W4kpSOBeRo7-vHYbFM4X2l5Oeja6ZMR7kkkXy9aKODU0QLeStibw4nAXjUZBjwFc5_9Qle-0kIqVJq2e0IYB2cTpRg==&amp;c=fMXjiOHoQUmXO-S9OiNGAzuz3-GZAnkwKj0jUiQm6QvHp4RQv-dm-Q==&amp;ch=OGsGaJsAPZzxAyUIDerePPvfvhoJa7QIumZqTZ0X0Jj93nnOgRDxYw==" target="_blank">https://bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu/pubs/mf991.pdf</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010qdliCZe6VzRgfCzVPSbykATn4ik-cGphS8iSNWUsXwyXu7pzJjnb1l5LXkNHxTABB-x7AoZ8arM1yrd09myU4mvBLSSwwxaFE67YEOnjKsUus6meDPJzhUl-ffCehkFx10G3m5JZqsujDJOaE8fFsgjvBfzg8vgHE_C_fKU_dVMB2IGSiye5g==&amp;c=fMXjiOHoQUmXO-S9OiNGAzuz3-GZAnkwKj0jUiQm6QvHp4RQv-dm-Q==&amp;ch=OGsGaJsAPZzxAyUIDerePPvfvhoJa7QIumZqTZ0X0Jj93nnOgRDxYw==" target="_blank">https://thewheatfarmer.com/wheat-varieties-book/</a>&nbsp;When looking at this data, Andrew Blubaugh, wheat commercial manager for WestBred, cautioned producers not to just look at this year’s data, but to look back at two, three or four years of data to get a better picture of a variety’s performance and consistency.“Don’t be upset that your pick for this year isn’t on the top of the list because this year’s data was skewed with the challenging harvest,” Blubaugh said. “Make sure to look at that multi-year history.”In addition to these publications, seed dealers and company representatives can help growers walk through the list of available varieties to source ones that will work for their operations.&nbsp;“There’s a lot of good advice out there,” Dall said. “Most company representatives can provide you with pretty good guidance on new varieties or different varieties to try. There are resources out there and we’re more than happy to help.”Another option for growers is to try out a new or different variety. Instead of relying on a go-to variety, producers could branch out to something with similar agronomic characteristics.&nbsp;“The marketplace is full of great varieties,” Dall said. “It might be a good time to try something new. We like to be set in our ways, but this does give us an opportunity to take&nbsp;a look at something else.”Producers should also have confidence that the varieties for sale, even if they are not their go-to selections or the hot, new pick for the season, are the result of an extensive wheat breeding process and the varieties that make it to market are there because they were consistent top performers in their generations.“There’s a lot of varieties in the marketplace today and they’re all very competitive,” said Dave Abel, key account lead for AgriPro wheat. “There are products that perform better than others in certain areas, but I have confidence that everything in my portfolio that’s out in the marketplace is out there because it performs.”Select good quality seed for certified sourcesOne action producers should not take this planting season is to purchase seed wheat from unlicensed neighbors. Certified seed wheat is subject to plant variety protection (PVP) laws that govern the development and sale of certified seed wheat by public and private wheat breeders. While farmers can retain seed wheat from the certified seed they plant for use in their own operations, the sale of that “brown-bagged” wheat is illegal and could carry serious ramifications for not only the seller but also the buyer.&nbsp;In addition, bin-run wheat likely has not undergone the rigorous standards that certified seed producers are required to undergo to ensure that the seed they are selling is a quality product to put out to customers.&nbsp;If&nbsp;producers are using their own retained seed wheat, they should send samples out for germination tests, especially following this year’s challenging growing season. Haverkamp emphasized the importance of germination testing specifically this year to ensure seed is up to acceptable standards, especially considering the amount of head scab present in the western part of Kansas.&nbsp;If not a regular practice, producers should also strongly consider seed treatments this year as the extra fungicide and insecticide will offer additional protection against seed-transmitted fungal diseases and fall-season insects.“It’s always a good idea to look at seed treatments, but especially in years like this when disease pressure was increased in the western part of the state, seed treatment is got insurance to help get your wheat crop off to a good start,” Blubaugh said.Good wheat varieties still availableOverall, while sourcing seed wheat will be a challenge this season, Kansas growers should be rest assured there are good wheat varieties available to make a crop next year.&nbsp;“There’s a lot of good wheat varieties out there,” Haverkamp said. “Don’t be disappointed if you don’t get the variety you want. Each company has good varieties. Work really closely with your local seed provider and work with them on what they think would be a good fit for your operation.”&nbsp;

Industry offers resources to help; short supplies of certified seed wheat

Geary County Emergency Management passed along hot weather forecast information. September looks to stick with summer time weather for a little while, as hot and dry conditions are forecast for the first week of the month. A frontal system is expected next week. This may bring a chance for showers and storms along with slightly cooler temperatures.  Winds are forecast at this time to be over 25mph and possibly up to 30.

Geary County Emergency Management passed along hot weather forecast information. September looks to stick with summer time weather for a little while, as hot and dry conditions are forecast for the first week of the month. A frontal system is expected next week. This may bring a chance for showers and storms along with slightly cooler temperatures. Winds are forecast at this time to be over 25mph and possibly up to 30.

Hot and windy

The Brandon Stroda Fishing Derby hosted by Geared Up Dads and Delivering Change has been scheduled on Sept. 9th at Homer's Pond. Admission to this kid's fishing event will be free.

The event is named after the late Brandon Stroda, who enjoyed fishing.&nbsp;

The spokesperson for the Derby, Alex Tyson, said that there will be prize raffles. " I believe we'll have a ton of prizes this year."" Food including hot dogs and drinks will be available. There will also be yard games.

"It's a centralized location for all families that attend, said Tyson.

The Brandon Stroda Fishing Derby hosted by Geared Up Dads and Delivering Change has been scheduled on Sept. 9th at Homer's Pond. Admission to this kid's fishing event will be free.The event is named after the late Brandon Stroda, who enjoyed fishing.&nbsp;The spokesperson for the Derby, Alex Tyson, said that there will be prize raffles. " I believe we'll have a ton of prizes this year."" Food including hot dogs and drinks will be available. There will also be yard games."It's a centralized location for all families that attend, said Tyson.

Get the fishing poles ready

The Geary County Historical Society annual Ice Cream Social is set for Saturday, September 16th. The event will be at 530 N. Adams Street and will be from 11:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.&nbsp;

&nbsp;This year they are combining everything you love about the Ice Cream Social: live music, homemade pie and ice cream and a competitive cake walk (musical chairs style), with everything you love about their monthly STEAM Saturday programs! Make your own musical instruments to play along with the bands or engineer a solar oven, and then cool off with an ice cream treat. It's the perfect way to spend a Saturday!

Performers for the event include: Junction City High School Orchestra, Junction City High School Jazz Band, and Kansas Brigade Band. Cash is suggested for this event. All proceeds support the Geary County&nbsp;Historical&nbsp;Society.

The Ice Cream Social is sponsored by Dillons and Smithfield. STEAM Saturday is sponsored by United Way of Junction City &amp; Geary County.

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 </figure>By Anthony GorgesJC PostThe Geary County Historical Society annual Ice Cream Social is set for Saturday, September 16th. The event will be at 530 N. Adams Street and will be from 11:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp;This year they are combining everything you love about the Ice Cream Social: live music, homemade pie and ice cream and a competitive cake walk (musical chairs style), with everything you love about their monthly STEAM Saturday programs! Make your own musical instruments to play along with the bands or engineer a solar oven, and then cool off with an ice cream treat. It's the perfect way to spend a Saturday!Performers for the event include: Junction City High School Orchestra, Junction City High School Jazz Band, and Kansas Brigade Band. Cash is suggested for this event. All proceeds support the Geary County&nbsp;Historical&nbsp;Society.The Ice Cream Social is sponsored by Dillons and Smithfield. STEAM Saturday is sponsored by United Way of Junction City &amp; Geary County.

Geary County Ice Cream Social fundraiser set for September 16th

Efforts are under way to raise funds to add names of fallen 1st Infantry Division soldiers to the Big Red One monument in Washington DC.

Phyllis Fitzgerald, Executive Director of the Society of the 1st Infantry Division, said the monument will be 100 years old in 2024. "Right now it does have the names of 12,947 of our fallen from the 1st Infantry Division from World War I to Desert Storm." 

Fundraising has been under way to add the names of 631 more soldiers. Approximately $250,000 more is needed. You can donate at www.1stid.org.

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 </figure>Efforts are under way to raise funds to add names of fallen 1st Infantry Division soldiers to the Big Red One monument in Washington DC.Phyllis Fitzgerald, Executive Director of the Society of the 1st Infantry Division, said the monument will be 100 years old in 2024. "Right now it does have the names of 12,947 of our fallen from the 1st Infantry Division from World War I to Desert Storm." Fundraising has been under way to add the names of 631 more soldiers. Approximately $250,000 more is needed. You can donate at www.1stid.org.

Efforts continue to raise funds for a Big Red One monument project

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged theft in Manhattan.

Just before 3p.m. Wednesday, police filed a report for theft in the 100 block of Bluemont Ave. in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. 

Walmart reported a 21-year-old female suspect had stolen approximately $1,330 cash from registers between August 16 and 19, 2023. Police released no additional details and have not reported an arrest.

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged theft in Manhattan.Just before 3p.m. Wednesday, police filed a report for theft in the 100 block of Bluemont Ave. in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. Walmart reported a 21-year-old female suspect had stolen approximately $1,330 cash from registers between August 16 and 19, 2023. Police released no additional details and have not reported an arrest.

RCPD: Suspect stole $1,300 cash from registers at Walmart

MANHATTAN — Two new grants at Kansas State University will be utilized to help protect global food supplies through the development of vaccines to protect swine and cattle from infectious diseases.

Combined, the grants exceed $1.2 million and are funded for a three-year period by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture through its Agriculture and Food Research Initiative, or AFRI. They will be used to conduct two research projects in K-State's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.vet.k-state.edu/" target="_blank">College of Veterinary Medicine</a>.&nbsp; The first project is led by Waithaka Mwangi, professor of diagnostic medicine and pathobiology in the College of Veterinary Medicine, whose research team has developed a contemporary multi-component live vaccine capable of inducing broad protection against multiple Bovine Parainfluenza 3 Virus, or BPI3V, and Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus, or BVDV, strains following mucosal immunization. According to Mwangi, the current BPI3Va vaccine is effective against some, but not all, BPI3V strains; similarly, BVDV vaccines aren't entirely effective due in part to immunosuppressive traits and failure of the vaccine virus to confer broad protection. "These pathogens play significant roles in causing Bovine Respiratory Disease Complex, which leads to severe pneumonia and death of calves," Mwangi said. "There is a need to develop better vaccines capable of conferring broad protection against diverse BPI3V and BVDV strains to improve and sustain cattle productivity." Juergen Richt, regents distinguished professor and university distinguished professor in diagnostic medicine and pathobiology, is leading the second project, which focuses on the African swine fever virus, or ASFV, a lethal disease in both wild and domestic pigs. According to Richt, all attempts to develop safe vaccines capable of protecting against the infection and the disease have been largely unsuccessful. "African swine fever virus is characterized by a wide variety of severe clinical signs in affected animals," Richt said. "In this project, we will test our hypothesis that it is possible to protect against ASFV infection and disease with rationally designed and engineered virus-vectored subunit vaccine candidates. Our vaccine approaches are based on a better understanding of the pig's immune response to ASFV infection, and the virus-vectored vaccine candidates are DIVA, or differentiate infected from vaccinated animals, compatible." David Roswosky, vice president for research at K-State, said the development of these vaccines is of global significance. "K-State researchers are committed to domestic and international collaborations to find solutions to these aggressive diseases, and the university continues to be an international leader in animal health and biosecurity," Roswosky said. The National Institute of Food and Agriculture's Agriculture and Food Research Initiative was established by Congress in the 2008 Farm Bill and re-authorized in the 2018 Farm Bill.&nbsp;AFRI programs help develop new technologies and a workforce that will advance national security, energy self-sufficiency and the health of Americans.&nbsp;

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 </figure>K-State News ServiceMANHATTAN — Two new grants at Kansas State University will be utilized to help protect global food supplies through the development of vaccines to protect swine and cattle from infectious diseases. Combined, the grants exceed $1.2 million and are funded for a three-year period by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture through its Agriculture and Food Research Initiative, or AFRI. They will be used to conduct two research projects in K-State's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.vet.k-state.edu/" target="_blank">College of Veterinary Medicine</a>.&nbsp; The first project is led by Waithaka Mwangi, professor of diagnostic medicine and pathobiology in the College of Veterinary Medicine, whose research team has developed a contemporary multi-component live vaccine capable of inducing broad protection against multiple Bovine Parainfluenza 3 Virus, or BPI3V, and Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus, or BVDV, strains following mucosal immunization. According to Mwangi, the current BPI3Va vaccine is effective against some, but not all, BPI3V strains; similarly, BVDV vaccines aren't entirely effective due in part to immunosuppressive traits and failure of the vaccine virus to confer broad protection. "These pathogens play significant roles in causing Bovine Respiratory Disease Complex, which leads to severe pneumonia and death of calves," Mwangi said. "There is a need to develop better vaccines capable of conferring broad protection against diverse BPI3V and BVDV strains to improve and sustain cattle productivity." Juergen Richt, regents distinguished professor and university distinguished professor in diagnostic medicine and pathobiology, is leading the second project, which focuses on the African swine fever virus, or ASFV, a lethal disease in both wild and domestic pigs. According to Richt, all attempts to develop safe vaccines capable of protecting against the infection and the disease have been largely unsuccessful. "African swine fever virus is characterized by a wide variety of severe clinical signs in affected animals," Richt said. "In this project, we will test our hypothesis that it is possible to protect against ASFV infection and disease with rationally designed and engineered virus-vectored subunit vaccine candidates. Our vaccine approaches are based on a better understanding of the pig's immune response to ASFV infection, and the virus-vectored vaccine candidates are DIVA, or differentiate infected from vaccinated animals, compatible." David Roswosky, vice president for research at K-State, said the development of these vaccines is of global significance. "K-State researchers are committed to domestic and international collaborations to find solutions to these aggressive diseases, and the university continues to be an international leader in animal health and biosecurity," Roswosky said. The National Institute of Food and Agriculture's Agriculture and Food Research Initiative was established by Congress in the 2008 Farm Bill and re-authorized in the 2018 Farm Bill.&nbsp;AFRI programs help develop new technologies and a workforce that will advance national security, energy self-sufficiency and the health of Americans.&nbsp;

K-State veterinarians to develop vaccines for cattle, swine diseases with new grants 

WABAUNSEE COUNTY —Two people were injured in an accident just before 3p.m. Wednesday in Wabaunsee County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2013&nbsp;Winnebago driven by Stanley E. Rosewater, 83,&nbsp;Belleair, Florida, was eastbound on Interstate 70 at Valencia Road.

The RV left the roadway to the right and the driver overcorrected, causing the vehicle to tip and land on the driver's side completely blocking the roadway.

EMS transported Rosewater and a passenger Maureen Rosewater, 82, Bellair, Florida, to Stormont Vail. A second passenger was not injured. All three were properly restrained, according to the KHP.

WABAUNSEE COUNTY —Two people were injured in an accident just before 3p.m. Wednesday in Wabaunsee County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2013&nbsp;Winnebago driven by Stanley E. Rosewater, 83,&nbsp;Belleair, Florida, was eastbound on Interstate 70 at Valencia Road.The RV left the roadway to the right and the driver overcorrected, causing the vehicle to tip and land on the driver's side completely blocking the roadway.EMS transported Rosewater and a passenger Maureen Rosewater, 82, Bellair, Florida, to Stormont Vail. A second passenger was not injured. All three were properly restrained, according to the KHP.

2 hospitalized after RV accident on I-70

<a>MANHATTAN, Kan.</a>&nbsp;–&nbsp;As K-State football fans prepare to descend upon Bill Snyder Family Stadium for the home opener Saturday against SEMO, fans are alerted to the following construction projects in and around the Manhattan area that could impact travel and parking plans.

I-70 at Junction City –&nbsp;A&nbsp;pavement replacement project is underway between Exit 295 on the west and mile marker 302 on the east of Junction City. The passing lanes in each direction will have periodic closures to allow for crossover construction as the project continues. The speed limit is reduced in this area and delays are anticipated with heavy gameday traffic. Please allow for additional travel time to and from the stadium and use caution in the work zone.

North Campus Corridor –&nbsp;Kimball Avenue is fully open, allowing access to all stadium and auxiliary parking lots.

Parking Lots –&nbsp;With the completion of the Morgan Family Volleyball Arena/Morris Family Olympic Training Center, Gate 1 from College Avenue is open again to all Ahearn Fund members assigned parking in the West stadium lot. Gate 3 (from College Avenue) and Gate 5 (from Kimball Avenue) are also available.

On the east side of the stadium, the only change this season is that Ahearn Fund members assigned to Lot E-1 will be required to exit postgame out of Gate 7 eastbound onto Kimball Avenue to help safely expedite exiting traffic from Lot E-2 on the south end of the Shamrock Practice Facility.

Satellite Parking Lots –&nbsp;The signal light at Gate 8/Agriculture Road (Grain Science Center) is operational. Parking in the Grain Science Center Lot for eastbound and westbound traffic is accessible only from the signal.

Fans parking in the Agronomy Lot north of the stadium will be required to enter from the new frontage road on College Avenue just north of Kimball Avenue. This is the only entrance into the Agronomy Lot.

Final construction of the frontage road from the Grain Science Center to Denison Avenue will be ongoing through the fall. Along with the construction of a new commercial office building just west of the KSU Foundation, parking has been reduced at the Foundation but is still accessible from Denison Avenue at this time. Additional satellite parking is available at the Equine Center off Denison Avenue to the north of the Fire Station and in the new Bullpen Lot off Kimball Avenue east of Denison Avenue at the Discovery Way entrance to NBAF.

All parking lots around Bill Snyder Family Stadium open five hours prior to kickoff (1 p.m. this Saturday).&nbsp;As always, fans are encouraged to arrive early as pregame traffic could become congested.

A free shuttle sponsored by the K-State Union, Housing and Dining Services and K-State Campus Store is available to fans with free parking in the K-State Parking Garage. The shuttle begins two hours prior to kickoff from the south circle on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, between the K-State Parking Garage and the Union. Passengers will be dropped off near the Jardine Plaza Neighborhood. Return trips resume with five minutes remaining in the third quarter, and rides will continue until approximately one hour after the end of the game.

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 </figure><a>MANHATTAN, Kan.</a>&nbsp;–&nbsp;As K-State football fans prepare to descend upon Bill Snyder Family Stadium for the home opener Saturday against SEMO, fans are alerted to the following construction projects in and around the Manhattan area that could impact travel and parking plans.I-70 at Junction City –&nbsp;A&nbsp;pavement replacement project is underway between Exit 295 on the west and mile marker 302 on the east of Junction City. The passing lanes in each direction will have periodic closures to allow for crossover construction as the project continues. The speed limit is reduced in this area and delays are anticipated with heavy gameday traffic. Please allow for additional travel time to and from the stadium and use caution in the work zone.North Campus Corridor –&nbsp;Kimball Avenue is fully open, allowing access to all stadium and auxiliary parking lots.Parking Lots –&nbsp;With the completion of the Morgan Family Volleyball Arena/Morris Family Olympic Training Center, Gate 1 from College Avenue is open again to all Ahearn Fund members assigned parking in the West stadium lot. Gate 3 (from College Avenue) and Gate 5 (from Kimball Avenue) are also available.On the east side of the stadium, the only change this season is that Ahearn Fund members assigned to Lot E-1 will be required to exit postgame out of Gate 7 eastbound onto Kimball Avenue to help safely expedite exiting traffic from Lot E-2 on the south end of the Shamrock Practice Facility.Satellite Parking Lots –&nbsp;The signal light at Gate 8/Agriculture Road (Grain Science Center) is operational. Parking in the Grain Science Center Lot for eastbound and westbound traffic is accessible only from the signal.Fans parking in the Agronomy Lot north of the stadium will be required to enter from the new frontage road on College Avenue just north of Kimball Avenue. This is the only entrance into the Agronomy Lot.Final construction of the frontage road from the Grain Science Center to Denison Avenue will be ongoing through the fall. Along with the construction of a new commercial office building just west of the KSU Foundation, parking has been reduced at the Foundation but is still accessible from Denison Avenue at this time. Additional satellite parking is available at the Equine Center off Denison Avenue to the north of the Fire Station and in the new Bullpen Lot off Kimball Avenue east of Denison Avenue at the Discovery Way entrance to NBAF.All parking lots around Bill Snyder Family Stadium open five hours prior to kickoff (1 p.m. this Saturday).&nbsp;As always, fans are encouraged to arrive early as pregame traffic could become congested.A free shuttle sponsored by the K-State Union, Housing and Dining Services and K-State Campus Store is available to fans with free parking in the K-State Parking Garage. The shuttle begins two hours prior to kickoff from the south circle on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, between the K-State Parking Garage and the Union. Passengers will be dropped off near the Jardine Plaza Neighborhood. Return trips resume with five minutes remaining in the third quarter, and rides will continue until approximately one hour after the end of the game.– k-statesports.com –

K-State Fans are Alerted to Road Construction Projects

The JC Breakfast Optimist Club hosted Alicia Scofield, the Director of Student Services for USD 475 this morning at their weekly meeting.&nbsp;

Scofield has been with the district for 19 years, but this is just her second year as the Director of Student Services. She works with counselors, nurses, teachers, administrators, Fort Riley, and Junction City mental health agencies to improve all aspects of students lives.&nbsp;

Scofield said, "There is a strategic plan in the district that among other things includes academics, emotional/social support, parent engagement and recruitment/retention of staff."

She also shared that there will be a Community Awareness presentation at Junction City High School on September 14, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Guest speakers include John Calvert from the Kansas State Department of Education and Mary Jo Fleming with the local Health Department. Local law enforcement agents will also be there presenting information about vaping and the impact on student's health.&nbsp;

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 </figure>By Anthony GorgesJC PostThe JC Breakfast Optimist Club hosted Alicia Scofield, the Director of Student Services for USD 475 this morning at their weekly meeting.&nbsp;Scofield has been with the district for 19 years, but this is just her second year as the Director of Student Services. She works with counselors, nurses, teachers, administrators, Fort Riley, and Junction City mental health agencies to improve all aspects of students lives.&nbsp;Scofield said, "There is a strategic plan in the district that among other things includes academics, emotional/social support, parent engagement and recruitment/retention of staff."She also shared that there will be a Community Awareness presentation at Junction City High School on September 14, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Guest speakers include John Calvert from the Kansas State Department of Education and Mary Jo Fleming with the local Health Department. Local law enforcement agents will also be there presenting information about vaping and the impact on student's health.&nbsp;

USD 475 Director of Student Services meets with Breakfast Optimist Club

The Geary County Historical Society has announced that Kim Neptune is the new Programs and Education Director.&nbsp;

Neptune pursued a master's degree in history at Colorado State University with a focus on public history and museum studies. She&nbsp; previously worked as the Tobin Theatre Arts Fund Assistant Curator at the McNay Art Museum in Texas.&nbsp;

Neptune will begin her new role in mid-September.

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 </figure>By Anthony GorgesJC PostThe Geary County Historical Society has announced that Kim Neptune is the new Programs and Education Director.&nbsp;Neptune pursued a master's degree in history at Colorado State University with a focus on public history and museum studies. She&nbsp; previously worked as the Tobin Theatre Arts Fund Assistant Curator at the McNay Art Museum in Texas.&nbsp;Neptune will begin her new role in mid-September.

New Programs and Education Director for Geary County Historical Society

By Dewey Terrill and Anthony Gorges

The annual Junction City Expo featured local businesses and organizations in Heritage Park Tuesday evening.

Jordan McCann, Chamber of Commerce Activities Director, noted that the event began as a business expo eight or ten years ago. "Then rebranded after COVID to the Junction City Expo. The idea is for our Junction City businesses to get exposure, get them out of their brick and mortar,&nbsp; get them out of their homes, and have community awareness of their businesses. "

More than 65 businesses and organizations signed up to participate in the expo.

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 </figure>By Dewey Terrill and Anthony GorgesJC PostThe annual Junction City Expo featured local businesses and organizations in Heritage Park Tuesday evening.Jordan McCann, Chamber of Commerce Activities Director, noted that the event began as a business expo eight or ten years ago. "Then rebranded after COVID to the Junction City Expo. The idea is for our Junction City businesses to get exposure, get them out of their brick and mortar,&nbsp; get them out of their homes, and have community awareness of their businesses. "<figure>
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Junction City Expo draws a strong turnout

Local businesses and vendors displayed their products Tuesday evening in Heritage Park in downtown Junction City.

Eagle Radio KJCK / KQLA radio were represented along with many local businesses during the event scheduled 5-8 p.m.

More than 65 businesses signed up to participate in the event.

Local businesses and vendors displayed their products Tuesday evening in Heritage Park in downtown Junction City.Eagle Radio KJCK / KQLA radio were represented along with many local businesses during the event scheduled 5-8 p.m.<figure>
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 </figure>More than 65 businesses signed up to participate in the event.

Junction City Expo takes the business center stage Tuesday night

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a high school student for an alleged school threat.

Just after 2p.m. Tuesday, police arrested 16-year-old&nbsp; Brycen Tyler, 16, of Manhattan at Manhattan High School&nbsp; after it was reported he made threats of violence and indications he may possess a weapon, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

A School Resource Officer made contact with Tyler after receiving reports of these comments and found that he was not in possession of a weapon. 

Ultimately, Tyler was arrested on requested charges of aggravated criminal threat and transported to the North Central Kansas Regional Juvenile Detention Facility in Junction City.

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a high school student for an alleged school threat.Just after 2p.m. Tuesday, police arrested 16-year-old&nbsp; Brycen Tyler, 16, of Manhattan at Manhattan High School&nbsp; after it was reported he made threats of violence and indications he may possess a weapon, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.A School Resource Officer made contact with Tyler after receiving reports of these comments and found that he was not in possession of a weapon. Ultimately, Tyler was arrested on requested charges of aggravated criminal threat and transported to the North Central Kansas Regional Juvenile Detention Facility in Junction City.

Teen accused of threat at Manhattan High School

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.

Shane Perry, Failure to appear, Arrested 8/28

Betty Carey, Use / possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Possession of marijuana, Driving under the influence of drug or combination of drugs, Arrested 8/28

Jacquelyn Frederick, Use / possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Possession of marijuana, Maximum speed limits, Arrested 8/28

Justin Alexander, Possession of marijuana, Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Maximum speed limits, Arrested 8/29

Carlos Noel Perez Valdez, Exceeding posted speed limit, Operate a motor vehicle without a valid license, Arrested 8/29

Odessa Larry, Failure to appear, Arrested 8/29

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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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1693409977057.jpeg" alt="Paul Arcuri, Failure to appear, Arrested 8/29" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1693410027133.jpeg" alt="Jack Moyer, Use / possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Possession of controlled substance, Arrested 8/29" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1693410131826.jpeg" alt="Matthew May, Use / possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia&nbsp; into human body, Possession of controlled substance, Driving while license cancelled / suspended / revoked; misdemeanor, Arrested 8/29" />
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 </figure>Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable.Shane Perry, Failure to appear, Arrested 8/28Betty Carey, Use / possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Possession of marijuana, Driving under the influence of drug or combination of drugs, Arrested 8/28Jacquelyn Frederick, Use / possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Possession of marijuana, Maximum speed limits, Arrested 8/28Justin Alexander, Possession of marijuana, Use/possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Maximum speed limits, Arrested 8/29Carlos Noel Perez Valdez, Exceeding posted speed limit, Operate a motor vehicle without a valid license, Arrested 8/29Odessa Larry, Failure to appear, Arrested 8/29Recent 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 Aug. 29-30

RILEY COUNTY –&nbsp;Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on child sex allegations.

On Tuesday, police arrest 37-year-old&nbsp;David Hearlson of Junction City&nbsp; in connection to child sex crimes reported to have occurred between March and May of 2019 involving a minor female victim known to him, according to a media release from the Riley County Police Department.

Hearlson was arrested on a Riley County District Court warrant on requested charges that include three counts each of rape and aggravated indecent liberties with a child, and one count each of attempted aggravated criminal sodomy, aggravated indecent solicitation of a child, and criminal threat. 

He remains confined in the Riley County Jail with a total bond of $200,000.

RILEY COUNTY –&nbsp;Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on child sex allegations.On Tuesday, police arrest 37-year-old&nbsp;David Hearlson of Junction City&nbsp; in connection to child sex crimes reported to have occurred between March and May of 2019 involving a minor female victim known to him, according to a media release from the Riley County Police Department.Hearlson was arrested on a Riley County District Court warrant on requested charges that include three counts each of rape and aggravated indecent liberties with a child, and one count each of attempted aggravated criminal sodomy, aggravated indecent solicitation of a child, and criminal threat. He remains confined in the Riley County Jail with a total bond of $200,000.

Junction City man accused of child sex crimes

John Layfield, Domestic battery, Arrested 8/25

David Enyeart, Outside warrant, Maximum speed limits, Driving while suspended, Arrested 8/25

Alicia Baker, Outside warrant, Arrested 8/26

Jorge Pahuamba-Madrigal, Pedestrians under influence of alcohol or drugs, Arrested 8/27

Brian Gasswint, Interference with LEO, Obstruct / resist / oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution, Pedestrian under influence of drugs / alcohol, Arrested 8/27

Isaac Gutierrez, Driving under the influence of drugs / alcohol, Unsafe turning or stopping, Failure to give proper signal, Arrested 8/27

Amanda Smith, Outside warrant, Arrested 8/27

Kimberly Pfotenhauer, Domestic battery, Arrested 8/27

Tyrone Honester, Failure to appear, Arrested 8/27

Chyna Campbell, Unlawful damage to property, Arrested 8/28

Jameica Littleton, Domestic battery, Arrested 8/28

Recent Booking Activity for the Geary County Detention Center. All persons included in this post are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law.<figure>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1693346497166.jpeg" alt="Brandon Welty, Theft-all other, Arrested 8/28" />
 <figcaption>Brandon Welty, Theft-all other, Arrested 8/28</figcaption>
 </figure>Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable.John Layfield, Domestic battery, Arrested 8/25David Enyeart, Outside warrant, Maximum speed limits, Driving while suspended, Arrested 8/25Alicia Baker, Outside warrant, Arrested 8/26Jorge Pahuamba-Madrigal, Pedestrians under influence of alcohol or drugs, Arrested 8/27Brian Gasswint, Interference with LEO, Obstruct / resist / oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution, Pedestrian under influence of drugs / alcohol, Arrested 8/27Isaac Gutierrez, Driving under the influence of drugs / alcohol, Unsafe turning or stopping, Failure to give proper signal, Arrested 8/27Amanda Smith, Outside warrant, Arrested 8/27Kimberly Pfotenhauer, Domestic battery, Arrested 8/27Tyrone Honester, Failure to appear, Arrested 8/27Chyna Campbell, Unlawful damage to property, Arrested 8/28Jameica Littleton, Domestic battery, Arrested 8/28Recent 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 Aug. 28

Beginning Wednesday, August 30, the Kansas Department of Transportation will begin resurfacing Goldenbelt Boulevard in Junction City from the east to the west.

Flaggers and a pilot car will direct traffic through the work zone, drivers can anticipate minimal delays during this time.

On Friday, September 1, the contractor anticipates temporarily closing Goldenbelt Boulevard to traffic, just east of U.S. 77, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Wildcat Construction Co. Inc. and Subsidiaries, of Wichita, is the prime contractor and has scheduled resurfacing of Goldenbelt Boulevard to be completed by Monday, September 4, weather permitting.

KDOT urges all motorists to be alert and obey the warning signs when approaching and driving through a highway work zone. To stay aware of all road construction projects across Kansas, go to www.kandrive.org or call 5-1-1.

KDOT news releaseBeginning Wednesday, August 30, the Kansas Department of Transportation will begin resurfacing Goldenbelt Boulevard in Junction City from the east to the west.Flaggers and a pilot car will direct traffic through the work zone, drivers can anticipate minimal delays during this time.On Friday, September 1, the contractor anticipates temporarily closing Goldenbelt Boulevard to traffic, just east of U.S. 77, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.Wildcat Construction Co. Inc. and Subsidiaries, of Wichita, is the prime contractor and has scheduled resurfacing of Goldenbelt Boulevard to be completed by Monday, September 4, weather permitting.KDOT urges all motorists to be alert and obey the warning signs when approaching and driving through a highway work zone. To stay aware of all road construction projects across Kansas, go to www.kandrive.org or call 5-1-1.

Resurfacing of Goldenbelt Boulevard in Geary County

Tomorrow, Wednesday Aug. 30 is the last day to share your thoughts on the BEAD proposal. 

Share your thoughts at: <a href="https://conta.cc/45d4o3z">https://conta.cc/45d4o3z</a>&nbsp;

The BEAD program, established by the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021, has allocated more than $451 million to Kansas for the development of broadband networks.&nbsp;

“Universal internet access is essential, and BEAD is a catalyst to a more connected and prosperous Kansas,”&nbsp;Governor Laura Kelly said. “From remote work to telehealth and other critical services, my administration is committed to ensuring every Kansan has the opportunity to thrive in the digital economy.”&nbsp;

Residents, community organizations, businesses, and local authorities from across the state are encouraged to participate in the public comment period for Volume 1 of the Initial Proposal. The document adheres to National Telecommunications Information and Administration (NTIA) guidelines and includes a description of each requirement and attachments.&nbsp;

-Existing broadband efforts -Identification of unserved and underserved Kansans -List of community anchor institutions&nbsp;

“It’s essential to have opportunities for meaningful public comment and connection with the Office of Broadband Development if we are to achieve the goal of universal service,”&nbsp;Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said.&nbsp;“Kansas is on the path to a more digitally accessible future, and participation in the public comment period will play a crucial role in shaping the success of the BEAD program.”&nbsp;

These strategic planning documents aim to bring robust broadband connectivity to every corner of Kansas, bolstering economic growth, education, health care, and public safety.&nbsp;

“This historic investment will make bold strides toward closing the digital divide and empowering Kansas communities,”&nbsp;said Jade Piros de Carvalho, Director of the Kansas Office of Broadband Development. “Input from Kansans is needed to ensure everyone will have the opportunity to enjoy enhanced broadband access, creating greater opportunities for all residents.”&nbsp;

Public comments on Volume 1 can be submitted online&nbsp;<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fkansasdeptofcommercebroadband.submittable.com%2Fsubmit%2F268780%2Fbead-initial-plan-volume-1-public-comment-form&amp;data=05%7C01%7CXavier.Noriega%40ks.gov%7C7697cc9b304f4dd9c68808db93899926%7Cdcae8101c92d480cbc43c6761ccccc5a%7C0%7C0%7C638265991416118725%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=q4QvbZRnDHvb33X6fiIuHC9X4Vw86p6YTTJ3LC35h9E%3D&amp;reserved=0">here</a>&nbsp;until August 30.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Learn more about the Broadband Equity Access and Deployment Plan&nbsp;<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.kansascommerce.gov%2Fofficeofbroadbanddevelopment%2Fbroadband-equity-access-and-deployment%2F&amp;data=05%7C01%7CXavier.Noriega%40ks.gov%7C7697cc9b304f4dd9c68808db93899926%7Cdcae8101c92d480cbc43c6761ccccc5a%7C0%7C0%7C638265991416118725%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=%2FLvAsyu7GHkKrTadlopjQgMLjIPnRCI2eb5yhLfQU7I%3D&amp;reserved=0">here</a>.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1691779327027.png" alt="To submit your public comment <a href="https://kansasdeptofcommercebroadband.submittable.com/submit/268780/bead-initial-plan-volume-1-public-comment-form">click here.</a> Image Courtesy Kansas Department of Commerce" />
 <figcaption>To submit your public comment <a href="https://kansasdeptofcommercebroadband.submittable.com/submit/268780/bead-initial-plan-volume-1-public-comment-form">click here.</a> Image Courtesy Kansas Department of Commerce</figcaption>
 </figure>Tomorrow, Wednesday Aug. 30 is the last day to share your thoughts on the BEAD proposal. Share your thoughts at: <a href="https://conta.cc/45d4o3z">https://conta.cc/45d4o3z</a>&nbsp;The BEAD program, established by the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021, has allocated more than $451 million to Kansas for the development of broadband networks.&nbsp;“Universal internet access is essential, and BEAD is a catalyst to a more connected and prosperous Kansas,”&nbsp;Governor Laura Kelly said. “From remote work to telehealth and other critical services, my administration is committed to ensuring every Kansan has the opportunity to thrive in the digital economy.”&nbsp;Residents, community organizations, businesses, and local authorities from across the state are encouraged to participate in the public comment period for Volume 1 of the Initial Proposal. The document adheres to National Telecommunications Information and Administration (NTIA) guidelines and includes a description of each requirement and attachments.&nbsp;Volume 1 includes:&nbsp;-Existing broadband efforts -Identification of unserved and underserved Kansans -List of community anchor institutions&nbsp;“It’s essential to have opportunities for meaningful public comment and connection with the Office of Broadband Development if we are to achieve the goal of universal service,”&nbsp;Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said.&nbsp;“Kansas is on the path to a more digitally accessible future, and participation in the public comment period will play a crucial role in shaping the success of the BEAD program.”&nbsp;These strategic planning documents aim to bring robust broadband connectivity to every corner of Kansas, bolstering economic growth, education, health care, and public safety.&nbsp;“This historic investment will make bold strides toward closing the digital divide and empowering Kansas communities,”&nbsp;said Jade Piros de Carvalho, Director of the Kansas Office of Broadband Development. “Input from Kansans is needed to ensure everyone will have the opportunity to enjoy enhanced broadband access, creating greater opportunities for all residents.”&nbsp;Public comments on Volume 1 can be submitted online&nbsp;<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fkansasdeptofcommercebroadband.submittable.com%2Fsubmit%2F268780%2Fbead-initial-plan-volume-1-public-comment-form&amp;data=05%7C01%7CXavier.Noriega%40ks.gov%7C7697cc9b304f4dd9c68808db93899926%7Cdcae8101c92d480cbc43c6761ccccc5a%7C0%7C0%7C638265991416118725%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=q4QvbZRnDHvb33X6fiIuHC9X4Vw86p6YTTJ3LC35h9E%3D&amp;reserved=0">here</a>&nbsp;until August 30.&nbsp;&nbsp;Learn more about the Broadband Equity Access and Deployment Plan&nbsp;<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.kansascommerce.gov%2Fofficeofbroadbanddevelopment%2Fbroadband-equity-access-and-deployment%2F&amp;data=05%7C01%7CXavier.Noriega%40ks.gov%7C7697cc9b304f4dd9c68808db93899926%7Cdcae8101c92d480cbc43c6761ccccc5a%7C0%7C0%7C638265991416118725%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=%2FLvAsyu7GHkKrTadlopjQgMLjIPnRCI2eb5yhLfQU7I%3D&amp;reserved=0">here</a>.&nbsp;

Gov. Kelly invites public input on broadband infrastructure plan

MANHATTAN —&nbsp;Donations to Kansas State University in fiscal year 2023 reached more than $226.4 million in private gifts through the Kansas State University Foundation, closely mirroring last year's all-time-record fundraising of $235 million. The value of K-State's long-term investment pool, managed by the KSU Foundation, reached $952.3 million as of June 30, 2023. The&nbsp;foundation's investment performance has consistently outperformed college and university peers in the past few years, ranking No. 7 among the nation's university and college endowments in 2022.

"The stellar performance of foundation staff, combined with the generosity of our alumni and friends, is having a tremendous impact at K-State through significant new gifts for facilities, faculty endowments and scholarships,"&nbsp;said Greg Willems, president and CEO of the KSU Foundation.

One of the truly remarkable highlights of the year was securing over $75 million in record time to compete for matching funds from the state of Kansas for the university's Ag Innovation Initiative. In February, K-State President Richard Linton certified the amount — raised through collaboration between the foundation and College of Agriculture in just four months — and the state awarded $25 million in matching funds.

"The K-State community of donors — alumni, friends and corporate partners — came together this year to advance not only K-State but also the 105 counties we serve,"&nbsp;said Linton.&nbsp;"Now more than ever, private gifts are central to the success of K-State students, faculty and programs, and to our ability to deliver on our promise to become a next-generation land-grant university.&nbsp;It is an honor to thank all our generous donors who supported K-State this year and every year."

Other key achievements for the 2023 fiscal year included:• Donors established 152 new scholarships to address student needs.

•&nbsp;A $3 million gift helped Cats'&nbsp;Cupboard build a new food pantry facility.

•&nbsp;A total of $47.9 million was raised for scholarships and student success overall.

•&nbsp;Donors gave a record-breaking 11 gifts of $5 million or more, as well as 36 gifts of $1 million or more.

•&nbsp;The largest-ever outright corporate gift to Kansas State University was secured at $10 million from General Atomics for the Salina campus.

•&nbsp;The fourth named deanship at Kansas State University, the Eldon Gideon Dean of the College of Agriculture, was established through a $5 million endowed gift.

•&nbsp;Construction began on a third KSU Foundation-development office building&nbsp;at 1960 Kimball Avenue in the Edge District. The&nbsp;80,000-square-foot&nbsp;development is scheduled for completion in July 2024.

View the giving totals below from Kansas counties in our area for fiscal year 2023. The number to the right of the county's name is the number of donors.&nbsp;

Clay-&nbsp;162&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $94,679.10

Cloud- 122&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$198,688.00

Dickinson- 318&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$196,456.56

Ellsworth- 64&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$75,046.00

Jewell- 43&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$41,638.88

Kearny- 25&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$39,597.00

Lincoln- 35&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $15,288.55

Marion-&nbsp; 101&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $48,425.00

McPherson-311&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$666,797.65

Mitchell-134&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $494,668.00

Ottawa-91&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$148,422.45

Phillips-70&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$761,293.00

Rice-85&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $51,517.58

Russell-73&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $182,135.00

Saline-737&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $2,687,993.97

Smith-46&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$35,526.50

Washington-176&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$515,724.34

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1693320991674.jpeg" alt="Anderson Hall&nbsp;Image Courtesy K-State" />
 <figcaption>Anderson Hall&nbsp;Image Courtesy K-State</figcaption>
 </figure>MANHATTAN —&nbsp;Donations to Kansas State University in fiscal year 2023 reached more than $226.4 million in private gifts through the Kansas State University Foundation, closely mirroring last year's all-time-record fundraising of $235 million. The value of K-State's long-term investment pool, managed by the KSU Foundation, reached $952.3 million as of June 30, 2023. The&nbsp;foundation's investment performance has consistently outperformed college and university peers in the past few years, ranking No. 7 among the nation's university and college endowments in 2022."The stellar performance of foundation staff, combined with the generosity of our alumni and friends, is having a tremendous impact at K-State through significant new gifts for facilities, faculty endowments and scholarships,"&nbsp;said Greg Willems, president and CEO of the KSU Foundation.One of the truly remarkable highlights of the year was securing over $75 million in record time to compete for matching funds from the state of Kansas for the university's Ag Innovation Initiative. In February, K-State President Richard Linton certified the amount — raised through collaboration between the foundation and College of Agriculture in just four months — and the state awarded $25 million in matching funds."The K-State community of donors — alumni, friends and corporate partners — came together this year to advance not only K-State but also the 105 counties we serve,"&nbsp;said Linton.&nbsp;"Now more than ever, private gifts are central to the success of K-State students, faculty and programs, and to our ability to deliver on our promise to become a next-generation land-grant university.&nbsp;It is an honor to thank all our generous donors who supported K-State this year and every year."Other key achievements for the 2023 fiscal year included:• Donors established 152 new scholarships to address student needs.•&nbsp;A $3 million gift helped Cats'&nbsp;Cupboard build a new food pantry facility.•&nbsp;A total of $47.9 million was raised for scholarships and student success overall.•&nbsp;Donors gave a record-breaking 11 gifts of $5 million or more, as well as 36 gifts of $1 million or more.•&nbsp;The largest-ever outright corporate gift to Kansas State University was secured at $10 million from General Atomics for the Salina campus.•&nbsp;The fourth named deanship at Kansas State University, the Eldon Gideon Dean of the College of Agriculture, was established through a $5 million endowed gift.•&nbsp;Construction began on a third KSU Foundation-development office building&nbsp;at 1960 Kimball Avenue in the Edge District. The&nbsp;80,000-square-foot&nbsp;development is scheduled for completion in July 2024.View the giving totals below from Kansas counties in our area for fiscal year 2023. The number to the right of the county's name is the number of donors.&nbsp;Clay-&nbsp;162&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $94,679.10Cloud- 122&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$198,688.00Dickinson- 318&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$196,456.56Ellsworth- 64&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$75,046.00Jewell- 43&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$41,638.88Kearny- 25&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$39,597.00Lincoln- 35&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $15,288.55Marion-&nbsp; 101&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $48,425.00McPherson-311&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$666,797.65Mitchell-134&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $494,668.00Ottawa-91&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$148,422.45Phillips-70&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$761,293.00Rice-85&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $51,517.58Russell-73&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $182,135.00Saline-737&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $2,687,993.97Smith-46&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$35,526.50Washington-176&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$515,724.34