Two teams from Fort Riley took part in the&nbsp;39th Annual LTG (R) David E. Grange Jr. Best Ranger Competition on April 14 to 16 at Fort Benning, Ga.

Team 3 —&nbsp; 1st Lt. Noah Stewart, 1st Battalion, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, and 1st Lt. Nathan Nunn, 2nd Battalion, 34th Armored Regiment, 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team — placed 15th in the <a href="http://www.bestrangercompetition.com/">competition</a>.

Team 2 —&nbsp; Cpt. Reece Ayers, 2nd Battalion, 34th Armored Regiment, 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, and 1st Lt. Nathan Harris, 3rd Battalion, 66th Armored Regiment, 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team — placed 18th in the <a href="http://www.bestrangercompetition.com/">competition</a>.

<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FFortRiley%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02sRZcKeQ7xmUxxNyffM3tG762v5YcjzfBXdA58NfciNcZAWWpBpXHheF8KAZop4w1l&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="417" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>JC PostTwo teams from Fort Riley took part in the&nbsp;39th Annual LTG (R) David E. Grange Jr. Best Ranger Competition on April 14 to 16 at Fort Benning, Ga.Team 3 —&nbsp; 1st Lt. Noah Stewart, 1st Battalion, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, and 1st Lt. Nathan Nunn, 2nd Battalion, 34th Armored Regiment, 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team — placed 15th in the <a href="http://www.bestrangercompetition.com/">competition</a>.<figure>
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Teams from Fort Riley fare well at Best Ranger competition

The annual St. Xavier auction to support Catholic schools — "A Roaring Good Time" — is scheduled for 5 p.m. April 29 at the St. Xavier gymnasium.

Call (785) 238-2841 for more information or click <a href="https://www.saintxrams.org/?fbclid=IwAR0xy4qT7RCTofGrHMgQS4lTvTTCcD82wck3WhYv050A4p4PRYT6q8VeAnQ">HERE</a> to view the auction forms.

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 </figure>JC PostThe annual St. Xavier auction to support Catholic schools — "A Roaring Good Time" — is scheduled for 5 p.m. April 29 at the St. Xavier gymnasium.Tickets are $60 per person.Call (785) 238-2841 for more information or click <a href="https://www.saintxrams.org/?fbclid=IwAR0xy4qT7RCTofGrHMgQS4lTvTTCcD82wck3WhYv050A4p4PRYT6q8VeAnQ">HERE</a> to view the auction forms.

St. Xavier auction scheduled this month in Junction City

Junction City Community Band early rehearsals will be on Sunday evening, from 6 to 8 p.m. on May 7 and 14 at Junction City High School, 1100 Blue Jay Way, west of Junction City on K-18. 

 Door 27 to the band room will be opened at 5:45 p.m.

JC PostJunction City Community Band early rehearsals will be on Sunday evening, from 6 to 8 p.m. on May 7 and 14 at Junction City High School, 1100 Blue Jay Way, west of Junction City on K-18. Door 27 to the band room will be opened at 5:45 p.m.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FJccommband%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02154oMuH3W2bqQkLDK82JrGMwLDbt8yFTYK9T5WFKyAzs1z2bvPoEfZGVMiXyZZCBl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="511" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Junction City Community Band rehearsals scheduled

⚾️ Junction City Brigade announces 2023 schedule

The Geary County USD 475 2023 State of Education event will be at 7 p.m. Monday at the Junction City High School auditorium.

For those unable to attend, the event can be viewed live <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JunctionCityHighSchool/streams">HERE</a>.

The Geary County USD 475 2023 State of Education event will be at 7 p.m. Monday at the Junction City High School auditorium.For those unable to attend, the event can be viewed live <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JunctionCityHighSchool/streams">HERE</a>.<figure>
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USD 475 State of Education scheduled Monday at JCHS

With sustained winds of 10 to 25 mph and gusting to 35 mph, the National Weather Service in Topeka is warning of a very high fire danger Monday and Tuesday.

There is also a chance of severe storms beginning Tuesday night. There is a chance of showers or thunderstorms through Friday across the Flint Hills.

The high temperature Tuesday and Wednesday is expected to be in the mid-80s, with a high of just 60 degrees by Friday.&nbsp;

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 </figure>With sustained winds of 10 to 25 mph and gusting to 35 mph, the National Weather Service in Topeka is warning of a very high fire danger Monday and Tuesday.There is also a chance of severe storms beginning Tuesday night. There is a chance of showers or thunderstorms through Friday across the Flint Hills.The high temperature Tuesday and Wednesday is expected to be in the mid-80s, with a high of just 60 degrees by Friday.&nbsp;<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Very High Fire Danger returns today and tomorrow for portions of central Kansas. Severe storms are possible Tuesday evening across far northeast Kansas and most of the state Wednesday evening. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/kswx?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#kswx</a> <a href="https://t.co/cXdaIIs6Fk">pic.twitter.com/cXdaIIs6Fk</a>&mdash; NWS Topeka (@NWSTopeka) <a href="https://twitter.com/NWSTopeka/status/1647891698071277570?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 17, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script> </div>

Fire danger continues, followed by a chance of severe T-storms

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect for alleged domestic violene.

On Friday, police arrested 32-year-old Luis Martinez of Topeka on two Riley County District Court warrants in connection to August and October 2020 occasions of domestic violence on a 38-year-old woman, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

Martinez is being held on requested charges of two counts each of kidnapping, aggravated domestic battery, aggravated assault, criminal damage to property, and domestic battery, and one count each of aggravated battery, robbery, aggravated intimidation of a victim, criminal threat, and criminal restraint. 

Martinez remains confined in the Riley County Jail with a total bond of $150,000.

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect for alleged domestic violene.On Friday, police arrested 32-year-old Luis Martinez of Topeka on two Riley County District Court warrants in connection to August and October 2020 occasions of domestic violence on a 38-year-old woman, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.Martinez is being held on requested charges of two counts each of kidnapping, aggravated domestic battery, aggravated assault, criminal damage to property, and domestic battery, and one count each of aggravated battery, robbery, aggravated intimidation of a victim, criminal threat, and criminal restraint. Martinez remains confined in the Riley County Jail with a total bond of $150,000.

Kan. man jailed for alleged domestic violence in 2020 

With warm temperatures, dry conditions and strong winds in the forecast, Geary County has issued a burn ban. 

Officials urged anyone with previous fires to check for rekindling.

With warm temperatures, dry conditions and strong winds in the forecast, Geary County has issued a burn ban. Officials urged anyone with previous fires to check for rekindling.— JC Post

Burn ban issued in Geary County

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged vandalism.

On Friday,&nbsp; police arrested 42-year-old Justin Everett of Manhattan on his Riley County District Court warrant for failure to appear. This warrant stems from Everett's failure to appear in court for an original arrest of criminal damage to property after it was reported he spray-painted a 39-year-old woman's trash can and yard, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

Everett was issued a total bond of $20,000 and is no longer confined at the time of this report

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged vandalism.On Friday,&nbsp; police arrested 42-year-old Justin Everett of Manhattan on his Riley County District Court warrant for failure to appear. This warrant stems from Everett's failure to appear in court for an original arrest of criminal damage to property after it was reported he spray-painted a 39-year-old woman's trash can and yard, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.Everett was issued a total bond of $20,000 and is no longer confined at the time of this report

RCPD: 42-year-old accused of spray painting woman's yard

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.

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.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681732819234.jpeg" alt="Keegan Scott Hall, Operate a motor vehicle without a valid license; Vehicle liability insurance required; Unknown circumstance; Vehicles; Unlawful acts; e.g. registration; Arrested 4/16" />
 <figcaption>Keegan Scott Hall, Operate a motor vehicle without a valid license; Vehicle liability insurance required; Unknown circumstance; Vehicles; Unlawful acts; e.g. registration; Arrested 4/16</figcaption>
 </figure>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.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Geary County Booking Photos April 17

GEARY COUNTY — The Greater Manhattan Community Foundation has introduced a new program for non-profits and charitable causes.

The "Community Cares Chest" has been created using items that were donated from the "Feed the Children" organization but have gone beyond the shelf-life for sales, but remain usable.

The Greater Manhattan Community Foundation has received truckloads of items to be distributed throughout the region.

Dustin Thornton, a commercial lender with Exchange Bank, is part of the Leadership Manhattan program and reached out to the director of the Geary County Flint Hills Food Pantry, Debbie Johns, to determine the need within the Geary County community for the personal care and household products.

Some of the items include: personal care items, household cleaning items, books and other miscellaneous items.

Products are available for individuals in Geary County at the Geary County Food Pantry.

To support the Geary County Food Pantry, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gearycountyfoodpantry.org/blank-5">gearycountyfoodpantry.org</a>.

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 </figure>By BECKY GOFF JC PostGEARY COUNTY — The Greater Manhattan Community Foundation has introduced a new program for non-profits and charitable causes.The "Community Cares Chest" has been created using items that were donated from the "Feed the Children" organization but have gone beyond the shelf-life for sales, but remain usable.The Greater Manhattan Community Foundation has received truckloads of items to be distributed throughout the region.Dustin Thornton, a commercial lender with Exchange Bank, is part of the Leadership Manhattan program and reached out to the director of the Geary County Flint Hills Food Pantry, Debbie Johns, to determine the need within the Geary County community for the personal care and household products.<figure>
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 </figure>Some of the items include: personal care items, household cleaning items, books and other miscellaneous items.Products are available for individuals in Geary County at the Geary County Food Pantry.To support the Geary County Food Pantry, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gearycountyfoodpantry.org/blank-5">gearycountyfoodpantry.org</a>.

Geary Co. Food Pantry benefits from Community Cares Chest

Volunteers are needed for&nbsp;<a href="https://fb.me/e/13am59kvO">Operation Clean Sweep</a>, held in conjunction with Earth Day.

Volunteers should report to Spin City, 915 S. Washington at 8a.m. April 22.&nbsp;Bring gloves and drinking water. Lunch will be provided.&nbsp;

Over the last 10 years, volunteers for Operation Clean Sweep have removed 15.42 tons of trash from Junction City.

If possible, help the city plan for the event by pre-registering.

Volunteers are asked to pre-register with Cindy Sinklier by email at: Cindy.Sinklier@jcks.com. More information can be <a href="https://www.junctioncity-ks.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=105">found here</a>.

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 </figure>Junction CityVolunteers are needed for&nbsp;<a href="https://fb.me/e/13am59kvO">Operation Clean Sweep</a>, held in conjunction with Earth Day.Volunteers should report to Spin City, 915 S. Washington at 8a.m. April 22.&nbsp;Bring gloves and drinking water. Lunch will be provided.&nbsp;Over the last 10 years, volunteers for Operation Clean Sweep have removed 15.42 tons of trash from Junction City.If possible, help the city plan for the event by pre-registering.Volunteers are asked to pre-register with Cindy Sinklier by email at: Cindy.Sinklier@jcks.com. More information can be <a href="https://www.junctioncity-ks.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=105">found here</a>.

Operation Clean Sweep set for April 22 in Junction City

Join Junction City Main Street for the next JC Statue unveiling that is celebrating our great high schools — Rams &amp; Blue Jays Come Together!

This statue project is funded by a Kansas Creative Arts Grant and the statues were built by the K-State Composite Club in Salina. In addition, the R2B4 Family Foundation awarded six local high school students $1,000 to facilitate a community project of their choice.&nbsp;

The unveiling is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. April 22 at Bella's Italian Restaurant, 605 N. Washington.

— Courtesy Junction City Main Street

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 </figure>Join Junction City Main Street for the next JC Statue unveiling that is celebrating our great high schools — Rams &amp; Blue Jays Come Together!This statue project is funded by a Kansas Creative Arts Grant and the statues were built by the K-State Composite Club in Salina. In addition, the R2B4 Family Foundation awarded six local high school students $1,000 to facilitate a community project of their choice.&nbsp;The unveiling is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. April 22 at Bella's Italian Restaurant, 605 N. Washington.— Courtesy Junction City Main Street

Junction City Main Street will host latest statue unveiling this month

By MAGGIE SOUGEY K-State News

MANHATTAN — Hattie Polson, junior in agricultural economics and global food systems leadership, Vermillion, is Kansas State University's 38th <a href="https://www.truman.gov/">Harry S. Truman scholar</a>. The
 Truman scholarship is a highly competitive national award that provides
 up to $30,000 for graduate studies, leadership training, career 
counseling, and special internship and fellowship opportunities in the 
federal government. Truman scholars demonstrate outstanding leadership 
potential, a commitment to a career in government or the nonprofit 
sector, and academic excellence.&nbsp;

According to the Truman Foundation, 62 scholarships were awarded this
 year from a candidate pool of 705 students nominated by 275 colleges 
and universities.

"As the university's newest Truman scholar, Hattie is continuing 
K-State's tradition of excellence and embodying our land-grant mission 
through her passion for public service and global development," said 
K-State President Richard Linton. "She is a promising future leader, and
 we are thrilled that she has received this well-deserved honor."&nbsp;

Polson, who is also earning a certificate in nonprofit leadership 
studies, plans to attend the 2024 Truman Foundation's Summer Institute 
program, where she will get hands-on experience working in public 
service through internships at government agencies and nonprofit 
organizations. She hopes to work for the Foreign Agricultural Service of
 the U.S. Department of Agriculture or the U.S. Agency for International
 Development in programming that promotes trade and resilient 
agriculture systems in developing nations.

"Through my global food systems leadership classes, I learned about 
adaptive problems like food security, sustainability, food waste, 
post-harvest loss and more," said Polson. "I immediately felt my heart 
connect with the farmer, but not just the ones that reminded me of my 
dad, farmers of all walks of life."

The Summer Institute program will also include seminars focused on 
national politics and policymaking, meetings with former Truman scholars
 and other prominent public servants, and scholar-led presentations.

Utilizing the scholarship, Polson hopes to attend Cornell University,
 where she wants to pursue a Master of Professional Studies in global 
development, specializing in international development economics and 
policy.

She wants to address the paradox in agricultural development that is 
demonstrated in the Democratic Republic of Congo. According to Polson, 
about 60% of the country's population is employed in agriculture, and 
about 60% of the population lives in poverty, which can also mean food 
insecurity.&nbsp;

"This means there is a large population in the world that is growing 
food, but yet, is hungry. This is the problem I want to dedicate my life
 toward," said Polson.&nbsp;

"I want to discover why inequities in our food system exist — 
specifically ones that occur at the expense of international farmers — 
and how we can change the system to resolve them. Food is a human right.
 Politics and international relations should not dictate the livelihood 
and nutrition of lives around the world, but they do. I want to be part 
of the effort to eradicate that."

At K-State, Polson holds leadership offices in several organizations,
 including student coordinator, Food Security Scholars; deputy attorney 
general, Student Governing Association; and director of retreats and 
team training, Blue Key Senior Honor Society. She is also a member of 
the Student Foundation and the Kappa Alpha Theta sorority.

Other awards Polson has received at K-State include the Chester E. 
Peters Student Development Award, the Robert Lewis Sophomore Leadership 
Award and the Duane and Shirley Acker International Scholar Award.

Polson is the daughter of Sharmon and John Polson and is a graduate of Frankfort High School.

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 </figure>By MAGGIE SOUGEY K-State NewsMANHATTAN — Hattie Polson, junior in agricultural economics and global food systems leadership, Vermillion, is Kansas State University's 38th <a href="https://www.truman.gov/">Harry S. Truman scholar</a>. The
 Truman scholarship is a highly competitive national award that provides
 up to $30,000 for graduate studies, leadership training, career 
counseling, and special internship and fellowship opportunities in the 
federal government. Truman scholars demonstrate outstanding leadership 
potential, a commitment to a career in government or the nonprofit 
sector, and academic excellence.&nbsp;According to the Truman Foundation, 62 scholarships were awarded this
 year from a candidate pool of 705 students nominated by 275 colleges 
and universities."As the university's newest Truman scholar, Hattie is continuing 
K-State's tradition of excellence and embodying our land-grant mission 
through her passion for public service and global development," said 
K-State President Richard Linton. "She is a promising future leader, and
 we are thrilled that she has received this well-deserved honor."&nbsp;Polson, who is also earning a certificate in nonprofit leadership 
studies, plans to attend the 2024 Truman Foundation's Summer Institute 
program, where she will get hands-on experience working in public 
service through internships at government agencies and nonprofit 
organizations. She hopes to work for the Foreign Agricultural Service of
 the U.S. Department of Agriculture or the U.S. Agency for International
 Development in programming that promotes trade and resilient 
agriculture systems in developing nations."Through my global food systems leadership classes, I learned about 
adaptive problems like food security, sustainability, food waste, 
post-harvest loss and more," said Polson. "I immediately felt my heart 
connect with the farmer, but not just the ones that reminded me of my 
dad, farmers of all walks of life."The Summer Institute program will also include seminars focused on 
national politics and policymaking, meetings with former Truman scholars
 and other prominent public servants, and scholar-led presentations.Utilizing the scholarship, Polson hopes to attend Cornell University,
 where she wants to pursue a Master of Professional Studies in global 
development, specializing in international development economics and 
policy.She wants to address the paradox in agricultural development that is 
demonstrated in the Democratic Republic of Congo. According to Polson, 
about 60% of the country's population is employed in agriculture, and 
about 60% of the population lives in poverty, which can also mean food 
insecurity.&nbsp;"This means there is a large population in the world that is growing 
food, but yet, is hungry. This is the problem I want to dedicate my life
 toward," said Polson.&nbsp;"I want to discover why inequities in our food system exist — 
specifically ones that occur at the expense of international farmers — 
and how we can change the system to resolve them. Food is a human right.
 Politics and international relations should not dictate the livelihood 
and nutrition of lives around the world, but they do. I want to be part 
of the effort to eradicate that."At K-State, Polson holds leadership offices in several organizations,
 including student coordinator, Food Security Scholars; deputy attorney 
general, Student Governing Association; and director of retreats and 
team training, Blue Key Senior Honor Society. She is also a member of 
the Student Foundation and the Kappa Alpha Theta sorority.Other awards Polson has received at K-State include the Chester E. 
Peters Student Development Award, the Robert Lewis Sophomore Leadership 
Award and the Duane and Shirley Acker International Scholar Award.Polson is the daughter of Sharmon and John Polson and is a graduate of Frankfort High School.

Marshall Co. junior named K-State's 38th Truman Scholar

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>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.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Geary County Booking Photos April 16

A red flag warning will be in effect from 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday in portions of the Flint Hills, including Geary and Riley counties.

The high Sunday is expected to reach the low- to mid-60s. Northwest winds will be sustained at 25 to 30 mph., gusting up to 40 mph. The overnight low will be right at the freezing point.

The mercury will begin to rise as the work week begins, with a high in the mid-70s Monday and in the mid- to upper-80s Tuesday and Wednesday.

There is a chance of rain or thunderstorms both Tuesday and Wednesday.

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 </figure>A red flag warning will be in effect from 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday in portions of the Flint Hills, including Geary and Riley counties.The high Sunday is expected to reach the low- to mid-60s. Northwest winds will be sustained at 25 to 30 mph., gusting up to 40 mph. The overnight low will be right at the freezing point.The mercury will begin to rise as the work week begins, with a high in the mid-70s Monday and in the mid- to upper-80s Tuesday and Wednesday.There is a chance of rain or thunderstorms both Tuesday and Wednesday.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Northwest winds gusting to 45 MPH and a dry air mass have prompted a Red Flag Warning for western portions of the area this afternoon and a Wind Advisory for the entire area late this morning to around sunset. Use extreme caution with anything that may cause a fire. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/kswx?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#kswx</a> <a href="https://t.co/c35lqxXcEW">pic.twitter.com/c35lqxXcEW</a>&mdash; NWS Topeka (@NWSTopeka) <a href="https://twitter.com/NWSTopeka/status/1647530314166861824?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 16, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script> </div>

Red flag warning in effect Sunday in portions of Flint Hills

By JASON GRAVES Horticulture Extension Agent, Central Kansas District

With more and more people interested in growing their own vegetables it is common to find that many gardeners in cities have only a little backyard space to utilize and thus a raised bed is called for.&nbsp; Growing in raised beds gets the attention of gardeners not only for space saving reasons, there are actually many other advantages to this type of gardening.

Raised bed gardens offer several advantages over conventional gardening plots. Soil raised above ground level warms up more quickly&nbsp;in the spring, which allows for earlier planting dates. The beds are ﬁlled with&nbsp;high-quality soil mixtures which improves drainage and increases yield.&nbsp;Raised beds are smaller than traditional gardens making them&nbsp;easier to maintain&nbsp;and denser plantings help reduce weed infestations.

Getting started with raised bed gardening isn’t difficult.&nbsp; There are many styles of raised beds that can be easily created.&nbsp; Wood is most commonly used, but cinder blocks, landscape timbers, rock, bricks and many other materials can work just fine.

Treated lumber used to contain arsenic and chromium which was considered unsafe in food gardens, but now most lumber is treated with the wood preservative ACQ (Alkaline Copper Quaternary) which is generally considered safe to use for raised bed gardening.&nbsp; If you are uncertain about the safety of treated lumber, place a heavy plastic liner between the treated lumber and the soil used for growing plants to prevent direct contact of plant roots with the treated lumber.&nbsp; Another option is to use a naturally rot resistant wood such as cedar.

Raised bed don’t even have to have a frame at all.&nbsp;You can build unframed (mounded) raised beds by tilling the existing garden soil 6 to 9 inches deep. Then add 2 to 3 inches of organic matter to the raised bed row and till it into the soil. This will have the effect of raising that area above the surrounding soil. Add soil and organic matter as needed to create mounded beds that are 8 to 12 inches above the surrounding soil and 3 to 4 feet wide. Walkways between unframed raised beds should be wide enough to accommodate a wheelbarrow. Spread a layer of mulch such as bark or straw over the walkways to reduce weed growth and mud problems.

Another option that is becoming more popular are galvanized steel raised bed gardening kits.&nbsp; These are easy to put together and strong and make an excellent choice for home gardeners.&nbsp; They come in many different shapes and sizes.

Dimensions of raised beds can vary according to the site.&nbsp;&nbsp;Common dimensions include 4×4, 4×8, or 4×10 sized beds.&nbsp;&nbsp;The 4-foot width or a little narrower is preferred&nbsp;because it allows for an easy reach into the bed from either side to tend the plants. This keeps soil compaction from occurring because the garden soil is not walked on.

The depth of a raised bed is important.&nbsp; Regardless of the material used to build the bed there needs to be enough soil depth to accommodate the type of plants to be grown.&nbsp; For most vegetables a soil depth of 12 inches is generally sufficient but 15 to 18 inches is even better.&nbsp; If bending or stooping is a problem for the gardener, a deeper bed can be built that allows for gardening in the standing position.

Raised beds can be made wheelchair accessible by making the walls about 2 feet tall and limiting the width of the bed to about 3 feet.

The biggest advantage of raised bed gardening is the opportunity to mix and amend your own soil. Most often a 50/50 mix of good quality topsoil and organic matter such as peat moss, compost, or composted manure creates a wonderful growing media that drains well and is easy to work in. Another popular raised bed mix includes 1/3 top soil, 1/3 compost, and 1/3 drainage increasing material such as perlite, vermiculite, bark, or coarse sand.

As with any garden site, the bed should be located in full sun for best production.&nbsp; The best location also provides wind protection. Summer winds can take their toll on vegetable crops. A tree, shrub screen or border will work if it is on the south or southwest side to protect the garden.&nbsp; If possible, raised beds should be also located where there is easy access to a water source.&nbsp; Raised beds can tend to dry out more quickly than traditional gardens and should be monitored for moisture needs regularly.&nbsp;&nbsp;A drip system is an efficient and easy way to provide irrigation to raised beds.

If you haven’t tried raised bed gardening, now is a great time to get started.&nbsp; This gardening method provides great success and is a flexible way to plant, grow, and harvest your own homegrown produce.&nbsp; Check out the Raised Bed Gardening publication below for more information.

<a href="https://bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu/pubs/mf2134.pdf">Raised Bed Gardening</a> (pdf)

Another publication that gardeners may also want to refer to is the Vegetable Garden Planting Guide. This guide has all the basic information for planting garden crops in Kansas.

<a href="https://bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu/pubs/mf315.pdf">Vegetable Garden Planting Guide</a> (pdf)

Jason Graves'&nbsp;Central Kansas Lawn &amp; Garden&nbsp;blog is republished on Salina Post with permission. For more lawn and garden information, visit the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.centralkansas.k-state.edu/lawn-garden/">Central Kansas District Extension website</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681651294589.png" alt="Photos courtesy Jason Graves" />
 <figcaption>Photos courtesy Jason Graves</figcaption>
 </figure>By JASON GRAVES Horticulture Extension Agent, Central Kansas DistrictWith more and more people interested in growing their own vegetables it is common to find that many gardeners in cities have only a little backyard space to utilize and thus a raised bed is called for.&nbsp; Growing in raised beds gets the attention of gardeners not only for space saving reasons, there are actually many other advantages to this type of gardening.<h2>Advantages</h2>Raised bed gardens offer several advantages over conventional gardening plots. Soil raised above ground level warms up more quickly&nbsp;in the spring, which allows for earlier planting dates. The beds are ﬁlled with&nbsp;high-quality soil mixtures which improves drainage and increases yield.&nbsp;Raised beds are smaller than traditional gardens making them&nbsp;easier to maintain&nbsp;and denser plantings help reduce weed infestations.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681651418325.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure><h2>Getting started</h2>Getting started with raised bed gardening isn’t difficult.&nbsp; There are many styles of raised beds that can be easily created.&nbsp; Wood is most commonly used, but cinder blocks, landscape timbers, rock, bricks and many other materials can work just fine.Treated lumber used to contain arsenic and chromium which was considered unsafe in food gardens, but now most lumber is treated with the wood preservative ACQ (Alkaline Copper Quaternary) which is generally considered safe to use for raised bed gardening.&nbsp; If you are uncertain about the safety of treated lumber, place a heavy plastic liner between the treated lumber and the soil used for growing plants to prevent direct contact of plant roots with the treated lumber.&nbsp; Another option is to use a naturally rot resistant wood such as cedar.Raised bed don’t even have to have a frame at all.&nbsp;You can build unframed (mounded) raised beds by tilling the existing garden soil 6 to 9 inches deep. Then add 2 to 3 inches of organic matter to the raised bed row and till it into the soil. This will have the effect of raising that area above the surrounding soil. Add soil and organic matter as needed to create mounded beds that are 8 to 12 inches above the surrounding soil and 3 to 4 feet wide. Walkways between unframed raised beds should be wide enough to accommodate a wheelbarrow. Spread a layer of mulch such as bark or straw over the walkways to reduce weed growth and mud problems.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681651547224.png" alt="This garden contains both framed (galvanized steel) and unframed raised beds. Mulch is applied between the unframed raised beds rows to make a nice walking path." />
 <figcaption>This garden contains both framed (galvanized steel) and unframed raised beds. Mulch is applied between the unframed raised beds rows to make a nice walking path.</figcaption>
 </figure>Another option that is becoming more popular are galvanized steel raised bed gardening kits.&nbsp; These are easy to put together and strong and make an excellent choice for home gardeners.&nbsp; They come in many different shapes and sizes.Dimensions of raised beds can vary according to the site.&nbsp;&nbsp;Common dimensions include 4×4, 4×8, or 4×10 sized beds.&nbsp;&nbsp;The 4-foot width or a little narrower is preferred&nbsp;because it allows for an easy reach into the bed from either side to tend the plants. This keeps soil compaction from occurring because the garden soil is not walked on.The depth of a raised bed is important.&nbsp; Regardless of the material used to build the bed there needs to be enough soil depth to accommodate the type of plants to be grown.&nbsp; For most vegetables a soil depth of 12 inches is generally sufficient but 15 to 18 inches is even better.&nbsp; If bending or stooping is a problem for the gardener, a deeper bed can be built that allows for gardening in the standing position.Raised beds can be made wheelchair accessible by making the walls about 2 feet tall and limiting the width of the bed to about 3 feet.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681651750605.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure><h2>Soil Mix</h2>The biggest advantage of raised bed gardening is the opportunity to mix and amend your own soil. Most often a 50/50 mix of good quality topsoil and organic matter such as peat moss, compost, or composted manure creates a wonderful growing media that drains well and is easy to work in. Another popular raised bed mix includes 1/3 top soil, 1/3 compost, and 1/3 drainage increasing material such as perlite, vermiculite, bark, or coarse sand.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681651918922.png" alt="Drip irrigation is a very efficient way to keep raised bed gardens growing to their potential." />
 <figcaption>Drip irrigation is a very efficient way to keep raised bed gardens growing to their potential.</figcaption>
 </figure><h2>Location</h2>As with any garden site, the bed should be located in full sun for best production.&nbsp; The best location also provides wind protection. Summer winds can take their toll on vegetable crops. A tree, shrub screen or border will work if it is on the south or southwest side to protect the garden.&nbsp; If possible, raised beds should be also located where there is easy access to a water source.&nbsp; Raised beds can tend to dry out more quickly than traditional gardens and should be monitored for moisture needs regularly.&nbsp;&nbsp;A drip system is an efficient and easy way to provide irrigation to raised beds.If you haven’t tried raised bed gardening, now is a great time to get started.&nbsp; This gardening method provides great success and is a flexible way to plant, grow, and harvest your own homegrown produce.&nbsp; Check out the Raised Bed Gardening publication below for more information.<a href="https://bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu/pubs/mf2134.pdf">Raised Bed Gardening</a> (pdf)<h2>Vegetable Garden Planting Guide</h2>Another publication that gardeners may also want to refer to is the Vegetable Garden Planting Guide. This guide has all the basic information for planting garden crops in Kansas.<a href="https://bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu/pubs/mf315.pdf">Vegetable Garden Planting Guide</a> (pdf)Jason Graves'&nbsp;Central Kansas Lawn &amp; Garden&nbsp;blog is republished on Salina Post with permission. For more lawn and garden information, visit the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.centralkansas.k-state.edu/lawn-garden/">Central Kansas District Extension website</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

CENTRAL KANSAS L&G: Raised bed gardening is great way to grow

Art from Cloud County Community College students, faculty, staff and alumni will be on display at an upcoming Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce business after hours.

The event will be 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 20, at the Cloud County CC Geary County campus, 631 Caroline Ave., Junction City.

Light refreshments will be on hand and door prizes are scheduled.

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 </figure>Art from Cloud County Community College students, faculty, staff and alumni will be on display at an upcoming Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce business after hours.The event will be 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 20, at the Cloud County CC Geary County campus, 631 Caroline Ave., Junction City.Light refreshments will be on hand and door prizes are scheduled.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FJCACCKS%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02LBkeEdEjc3Z1mWyMpTwiegFNosQxvY8r2DYZoH8aNPcUjwY8hN64RN82GC9boq7El&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="707" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Art of Cloud County CC on display at business after hours

At Tuesday's meeting of the Junction City Council, the city will consider assistance for a proposed housing development that would add 36 units of multi-family housing.

The development — Jackson Landing — is planned for the northeast corner of North Jackson and West 14th. Affordable Equitable Partners Inc. is pursuing a low-income housing credit for the project, and is requesting the city waive approximately $20,000 in building permit fees.

City Manager Allen Dinkel is recommending the city approve the waiver.

Tuesday's meeting is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m.

Click <a href="https://junctioncityks.civicclerk.com/Web/Player.aspx?id=294&amp;key=-1&amp;mod=-1&amp;mk=-1&amp;nov=0">HERE</a> for the entire agenda.

JC PostAt Tuesday's meeting of the Junction City Council, the city will consider assistance for a proposed housing development that would add 36 units of multi-family housing.The development — Jackson Landing — is planned for the northeast corner of North Jackson and West 14th. Affordable Equitable Partners Inc. is pursuing a low-income housing credit for the project, and is requesting the city waive approximately $20,000 in building permit fees.City Manager Allen Dinkel is recommending the city approve the waiver.Tuesday's meeting is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m.Click <a href="https://junctioncityks.civicclerk.com/Web/Player.aspx?id=294&amp;key=-1&amp;mod=-1&amp;mk=-1&amp;nov=0">HERE</a> for the entire agenda.

Housing development assistance on Junction council agenda

Construction is complete and reservations open this month for Lake View Shelter at Lake Milford.

Reservations for 2023 will open at noon April 26. The shelter is located on the west side of the park between the south boat ramp day use area and Eagle Ridge Campground.

Click <a href="https://ksoutdoors.com/State-Parks/Locations/Milford">HERE</a> for more.

Construction is complete and reservations open this month for Lake View Shelter at Lake Milford.Reservations for 2023 will open at noon April 26. The shelter is located on the west side of the park between the south boat ramp day use area and Eagle Ridge Campground.Click <a href="https://ksoutdoors.com/State-Parks/Locations/Milford">HERE</a> for more.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FMilfordStatePark%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0LvFREWH9X4N7T83JMkoJsdXUfhesWUmkkxqEdJTi3843RZ9c6LaR1nKFrcuXbcZFl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="555" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Reservations set to open for new shelter at Lake Milford

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating the death of a woman in custody at the Riley County Jail.

Just before 8:30a.m Saturday, Laura Pearce, 38, Manhattan, was found unresponsive in her single cell by Corrections Officers who immediately began lifesaving measures, according to a media release from the RCPD.

Riley County EMS was dispatched at 8:26 a.m. and arrived at 8:32 a.m. After lifesaving measures were continued by paramedics, Pearce was pronounced dead on scene at 8:52 a.m.

The&nbsp; RCPD is actively working with the KBI to provide all the information they need for a thorough investigation.&nbsp;At this time, officials believe the death was caused by suicide. No evidence of foul play has been found at this time, according to the release.

Per state statute, the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) will be the lead agency investigating&nbsp;the death.

Pearce was extradited to the Riley County Jail on March 25, 2023, after being arrested in Marion County, Ohio on her Riley County District Court warrant for aggravated interference with parental custody.

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating the death of a woman in custody at the Riley County Jail.Just before 8:30a.m Saturday, Laura Pearce, 38, Manhattan, was found unresponsive in her single cell by Corrections Officers who immediately began lifesaving measures, according to a media release from the RCPD.Riley County EMS was dispatched at 8:26 a.m. and arrived at 8:32 a.m. After lifesaving measures were continued by paramedics, Pearce was pronounced dead on scene at 8:52 a.m.The&nbsp; RCPD is actively working with the KBI to provide all the information they need for a thorough investigation.&nbsp;At this time, officials believe the death was caused by suicide. No evidence of foul play has been found at this time, according to the release.Per state statute, the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) will be the lead agency investigating&nbsp;the death.Pearce was extradited to the Riley County Jail on March 25, 2023, after being arrested in Marion County, Ohio on her Riley County District Court warrant for aggravated interference with parental custody.

RCPD investigating death of 38-year-old inmate

Geary County Historical Society has cancelled its Spring Valley Historic Site open house today due to weather. The event will be rescheduled at a later date, according to&nbsp;Heather Hagedorn, Executive Director/Curator. In its place a "Fan Favorites" STEAM Saturday event will be held at the museum at 530 N. Adams.&nbsp; STEAM Saturday will run from 1:00-3:30 p.m. and will include science experiments like Bath Bomb making, engineering with giant tangrams and more favorites from past STEAM events.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681573163238.jpeg" alt="GCHS Museum Medium" />
 <figcaption>GCHS Museum Medium</figcaption>
 </figure>Geary County Historical Society has cancelled its Spring Valley Historic Site open house today due to weather. The event will be rescheduled at a later date, according to&nbsp;Heather Hagedorn, Executive Director/Curator. In its place a "Fan Favorites" STEAM Saturday event will be held at the museum at 530 N. Adams.&nbsp; STEAM Saturday will run from 1:00-3:30 p.m. and will include science experiments like Bath Bomb making, engineering with giant tangrams and more favorites from past STEAM events.&nbsp;

Spring Valley Open House Cancelled

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>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681568764710.jpeg" alt="Brad Wayne Briand, Probation Violation; Arrested 04/14" />
 <figcaption>Brad Wayne Briand, Probation Violation; Arrested 04/14</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681568833235.jpeg" alt="Joseph Brock Fourth, Aggravated domestic battery, choke in rude manner, family member/dating relationship; Domestic battery; unknown circumstance; Criminal Damage to property; Misdemeanor; Criminal Restraint; Arrested 04/14" />
 <figcaption>Joseph Brock Fourth, Aggravated domestic battery, choke in rude manner, family member/dating relationship; Domestic battery; unknown circumstance; Criminal Damage to property; Misdemeanor; Criminal Restraint; Arrested 04/14</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681568949660.jpeg" alt="Nicole Marie Fambro, Domestic Battery; Arrested 04/14" />
 <figcaption>Nicole Marie Fambro, Domestic Battery; Arrested 04/14</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681569026210.jpeg" alt="John Christopher Herrera, Probation Violation; Arrested 04/14&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>John Christopher Herrera, Probation Violation; Arrested 04/14&nbsp;</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681569140449.jpeg" alt="Jamie Lee Ray, Probation Violation; Arrested 04/14" />
 <figcaption>Jamie Lee Ray, Probation Violation; Arrested 04/14</figcaption>
 </figure>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.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Geary County Booking Photos April 15

By MATT PIKE&nbsp; St. Joseph Post&nbsp;

ATCHISON — A new museum in the birthplace of famous pilot Amelia Earhart is walking museum goers through the life of Earhart. &nbsp;

The $17 million museum was opened in Atchison by the Amelia Earhart Foundation.&nbsp;

Founder
 and President of the foundation Karen Seaberg said the museum is a 
unique mixture of history and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, 
and Math).&nbsp;

"There are a lot of STEM museums, there are a lot of 
history museums, but there are rarely any that can do both," Seaberg 
said.&nbsp;

Seaberg said the museum centers 
around Earhart's life and every exhibit is interactive, including a VR 
experience flying Earhart's plane across the Atlantic.&nbsp;

And upstairs, Seaberg said there is even more to experience.&nbsp;

"You
 can shoot the stars, or look at the stars, just like Fred Noonan would 
have on the flight around the world," Seaberg said. "And you can use 
the sextant, you can work with radio waves, the atmospheric pressures 
you have all the way up to space."&nbsp;

Noonan was the navigator that traveled with Earhart on her journey around the world which departed on May 21, 1937.&nbsp;

Downstairs in the museum children can even dress up as Earhart in 
four of her different careers, which Seaberg says was a big hit with 
focus groups.&nbsp;

The museum displays the life and adventures of the 
pilot born in Atchison, Kansas. But it also explores the theories behind
 her disappearance. &nbsp;

Seaberg says while the museum does not focus
 entirely on the theories, they do have an interesting way to explore 
those theories&nbsp;

"We pick six of the (theories), there's multiple 
theories, but we choose six, and we give a for and against," Seaberg 
explains. "So, you get to see why that may have happened or was it 
crazy, and then at the end you actually get to vote for which of the six
 you believe."&nbsp;

Seaberg says the museum is the first of its kind and something that Atchison has never had before.&nbsp;

"We've
 had the wonderful birthplace, and it's a beautiful home museum, but as 
far as I know there's nothing across the nation," Seaberg says. "There 
are a lot of things named for Amelia Earhart all across the nation, even
 internationally in Derry Northern Ireland and other places, but nothing
 that combines the STEM and Amelia's history."&nbsp;

A grand opening will be held at Noon on Friday. You can find out more information about the museum <a href="https://ameliaearharthangarmuseum.org/">HERE</a>.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681316336823.jpeg" alt="Statue of Amelia Earhart featured in front of the Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum in Atchison Kansas/ Photo courtesy of the Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum" />
 <figcaption>Statue of Amelia Earhart featured in front of the Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum in Atchison Kansas/ Photo courtesy of the Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum</figcaption>
 </figure>By MATT PIKE&nbsp; St. Joseph Post&nbsp;ATCHISON — A new museum in the birthplace of famous pilot Amelia Earhart is walking museum goers through the life of Earhart. &nbsp;The $17 million museum was opened in Atchison by the Amelia Earhart Foundation.&nbsp;Founder
 and President of the foundation Karen Seaberg said the museum is a 
unique mixture of history and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, 
and Math).&nbsp;"There are a lot of STEM museums, there are a lot of 
history museums, but there are rarely any that can do both," Seaberg 
said.&nbsp;Seaberg said the museum centers 
around Earhart's life and every exhibit is interactive, including a VR 
experience flying Earhart's plane across the Atlantic.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681315656648.jpeg" alt="Visitors can try their own navigation skills to pilot a virtual reality recreation of Amelia’s historic 1932 flight across the Atlantic Ocean. (This is a ticketed experience.) The VR flight mirrors obstacles Amelia overcame to become the first female to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean/ Photo courtesy Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum " />
 <figcaption>Visitors can try their own navigation skills to pilot a virtual reality recreation of Amelia’s historic 1932 flight across the Atlantic Ocean. (This is a ticketed experience.) The VR flight mirrors obstacles Amelia overcame to become the first female to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean/ Photo courtesy Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum </figcaption>
 </figure>And upstairs, Seaberg said there is even more to experience.&nbsp;"You
 can shoot the stars, or look at the stars, just like Fred Noonan would 
have on the flight around the world," Seaberg said. "And you can use 
the sextant, you can work with radio waves, the atmospheric pressures 
you have all the way up to space."&nbsp;Noonan was the navigator that traveled with Earhart on her journey around the world which departed on May 21, 1937.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681315744544.jpeg" alt="On the Museum’s mezzanine, visitors explore how Amelia and her navigator, Fred Noonan, flew around the globe relying on radio waves, a sextant, and quick calculations to navigate the sky. (ADA elevator available to access the mezzanine.)/ Photo courtesy Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum " />
 <figcaption>On the Museum’s mezzanine, visitors explore how Amelia and her navigator, Fred Noonan, flew around the globe relying on radio waves, a sextant, and quick calculations to navigate the sky. (ADA elevator available to access the mezzanine.)/ Photo courtesy Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum </figcaption>
 </figure>Downstairs in the museum children can even dress up as Earhart in 
four of her different careers, which Seaberg says was a big hit with 
focus groups.&nbsp;The museum displays the life and adventures of the 
pilot born in Atchison, Kansas. But it also explores the theories behind
 her disappearance. &nbsp;Seaberg says while the museum does not focus
 entirely on the theories, they do have an interesting way to explore 
those theories&nbsp;"We pick six of the (theories), there's multiple 
theories, but we choose six, and we give a for and against," Seaberg 
explains. "So, you get to see why that may have happened or was it 
crazy, and then at the end you actually get to vote for which of the six
 you believe."&nbsp;Seaberg says the museum is the first of its kind and something that Atchison has never had before.&nbsp;"We've
 had the wonderful birthplace, and it's a beautiful home museum, but as 
far as I know there's nothing across the nation," Seaberg says. "There 
are a lot of things named for Amelia Earhart all across the nation, even
 internationally in Derry Northern Ireland and other places, but nothing
 that combines the STEM and Amelia's history."&nbsp;A grand opening will be held at Noon on Friday. You can find out more information about the museum <a href="https://ameliaearharthangarmuseum.org/">HERE</a>.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681315373041.jpeg" alt="The Museum’s centerpiece is “Muriel” — the world’s last remaining Lockheed Electra 10-E aircraft — identical to the plane Amelia piloted on her fateful round-the-world flight. Muriel is named after Amelia’s younger sister, Grace Muriel Earhart Morrissey/ Photo courtesy Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum " />
 <figcaption>The Museum’s centerpiece is “Muriel” — the world’s last remaining Lockheed Electra 10-E aircraft — identical to the plane Amelia piloted on her fateful round-the-world flight. Muriel is named after Amelia’s younger sister, Grace Muriel Earhart Morrissey/ Photo courtesy Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum </figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681315541176.jpeg" alt="Amelia Earhart standing in front of her Lockheed Electra 10-E/ Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons" />
 <figcaption>Amelia Earhart standing in front of her Lockheed Electra 10-E/ Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons</figcaption>
 </figure>

Atchison's own Amelia Earhart gets the museum she deserves

Over the last month, the Kansas legislature pushed through anti-trans woman bills HB180 and HB2238. HB180 establishes a&nbsp;“women's bill of rights to provide a meaning of biological sex for purposes of statutory construction.” In other words, the committee outlines terminology to establish a definition of sex in order to address legal discrimination against those assigned female at birth. The second legislation, HB2238, operates to “create fairness in women’s sports” by excluding women assigned male at birth.&nbsp;

Both bills purport to configure parameters for protecting women’s rights. However, the design is less a protection for women, and more an attempt to deny recognition of trans women.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Women assigned female at birth face particular forms of discrimination different from trans women. Similarly, black women assigned female at birth face unique forms of discrimination based on racial and gender dynamics that distinguishes their experiences from white women assigned female. Thus, women’s intersectional identities can impact the methods and forms of discrimination they face based on class, race, age, and original gender identification. However, the Kansas legislature has not embraced the complexity of women or the myriad of discriminations that impact them.&nbsp;&nbsp;

For example, the legislature has an opportunity to pass a bill addressing domestic violence. Domestic violence homicides are a trend that continues to run high in Kansas, according to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation. District Judge and former Republican state senator Phil Journey’s exposure to these violent cases in his court prompted him to develop legislative reform bills to curve domestic violence. These bills, however, have not flown through the legislature like HB180 and HB2238. Journey noted in the&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasreflector.com/2023/02/06/sedgwick-county-judge-offers-kansas-legislators-package-of-bills-to-stem-domestic-violence/">Kansas Reflector</a>&nbsp;that,&nbsp;“convincing the minimum 63 of 125 representatives, 21 of 40 senators and Gov. Laura Kelly to transform a piece of legislation into law wasn’t easy.”&nbsp;

Ironically, the current state statistics ignores how trans women also experience domestic violence. As&nbsp;<a href="https://williamsinstitute.law.ucla.edu/press/ncvs-trans-press-release/">UCLA School of Law</a>&nbsp;confirmed,&nbsp;“Transgender people are over four times more likely than cisgender [those whose gender identity aligns to the gender assigned at birth] experience violent victimization, including rape, sexual assault, and aggravated or simple assault, according to a new study by the Williams Institute at UCLA School of Law.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

These contradictions about who needs protection lie at the heart of both bills. Neither legislation addresses the violence&nbsp;all&nbsp;women (Trans and assigned female at birth) face, nor provides the real protection that all women need. The result is not new laws which protect women, but legislation that denies trans identity and civil rights by posing “women’s” rights as oppositional.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Indeed, this strategy of contradictory rights is a regular tool in conservative politics. The tactic has its roots in the latter 1960s when southern conservatives attempted to avoid school desegregation by claiming private Christian schools were a religious right. In its current form, these “counter rights” arguments have taken shape to turn back the clock on women’s reproductive rights, avoid teaching black history, and deny queer rights.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kansans need genuine discussions about the needs of all women, no matter their birth assignment, race, age, or class. Many individuals are suffering from abusive violence, and our elected officials have the capacity to protect all Kansan women. The first step is to drop the pretense, and support actual protections for all women.&nbsp;

Nishani Frazier is Associate Professor of History and American Studies at the University of Kansas.

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 </figure>Over the last month, the Kansas legislature pushed through anti-trans woman bills HB180 and HB2238. HB180 establishes a&nbsp;“women's bill of rights to provide a meaning of biological sex for purposes of statutory construction.” In other words, the committee outlines terminology to establish a definition of sex in order to address legal discrimination against those assigned female at birth. The second legislation, HB2238, operates to “create fairness in women’s sports” by excluding women assigned male at birth.&nbsp;Both bills purport to configure parameters for protecting women’s rights. However, the design is less a protection for women, and more an attempt to deny recognition of trans women.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>Women assigned female at birth face particular forms of discrimination different from trans women. Similarly, black women assigned female at birth face unique forms of discrimination based on racial and gender dynamics that distinguishes their experiences from white women assigned female. Thus, women’s intersectional identities can impact the methods and forms of discrimination they face based on class, race, age, and original gender identification. However, the Kansas legislature has not embraced the complexity of women or the myriad of discriminations that impact them.&nbsp;&nbsp;For example, the legislature has an opportunity to pass a bill addressing domestic violence. Domestic violence homicides are a trend that continues to run high in Kansas, according to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation. District Judge and former Republican state senator Phil Journey’s exposure to these violent cases in his court prompted him to develop legislative reform bills to curve domestic violence. These bills, however, have not flown through the legislature like HB180 and HB2238. Journey noted in the&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasreflector.com/2023/02/06/sedgwick-county-judge-offers-kansas-legislators-package-of-bills-to-stem-domestic-violence/">Kansas Reflector</a>&nbsp;that,&nbsp;“convincing the minimum 63 of 125 representatives, 21 of 40 senators and Gov. Laura Kelly to transform a piece of legislation into law wasn’t easy.”&nbsp;Ironically, the current state statistics ignores how trans women also experience domestic violence. As&nbsp;<a href="https://williamsinstitute.law.ucla.edu/press/ncvs-trans-press-release/">UCLA School of Law</a>&nbsp;confirmed,&nbsp;“Transgender people are over four times more likely than cisgender [those whose gender identity aligns to the gender assigned at birth] experience violent victimization, including rape, sexual assault, and aggravated or simple assault, according to a new study by the Williams Institute at UCLA School of Law.”&nbsp;&nbsp;These contradictions about who needs protection lie at the heart of both bills. Neither legislation addresses the violence&nbsp;all&nbsp;women (Trans and assigned female at birth) face, nor provides the real protection that all women need. The result is not new laws which protect women, but legislation that denies trans identity and civil rights by posing “women’s” rights as oppositional.&nbsp;&nbsp;Indeed, this strategy of contradictory rights is a regular tool in conservative politics. The tactic has its roots in the latter 1960s when southern conservatives attempted to avoid school desegregation by claiming private Christian schools were a religious right. In its current form, these “counter rights” arguments have taken shape to turn back the clock on women’s reproductive rights, avoid teaching black history, and deny queer rights.&nbsp;&nbsp;Kansans need genuine discussions about the needs of all women, no matter their birth assignment, race, age, or class. Many individuals are suffering from abusive violence, and our elected officials have the capacity to protect all Kansan women. The first step is to drop the pretense, and support actual protections for all women.&nbsp;Nishani Frazier is Associate Professor of History and American Studies at the University of Kansas.

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