Tickets are on sale for the production of "Shrek The Musical Jr." at the C.L. Hoover Opera House in Junction City.

Performances are scheduled for 7 p.m. March 31 and 2 p.m. April 1.

Click <a href="https://ci.ovationtix.com/35615/production/1152986">HERE</a> for ticket information.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678993387127.png" alt="" />
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 </figure>Tickets are on sale for the production of "Shrek The Musical Jr." at the C.L. Hoover Opera House in Junction City.Performances are scheduled for 7 p.m. March 31 and 2 p.m. April 1.Click <a href="https://ci.ovationtix.com/35615/production/1152986">HERE</a> for ticket information.

'Shrek' ready to head to C.L.Hoover Opera House stage

MANHATTAN—Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged theft from a home in Manhattan.

Just after 11:30a.m. March 24, officers filed a report for theft in the 1000 block of Bluemont Ave. in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

A 21-year-old man reported two Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra cell phones that had been delivered to his front door were stolen. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $2,600. 

Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=353#" target="_blank">Crime Stoppers</a>&nbsp;which allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.&nbsp;

MANHATTAN—Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged theft from a home in Manhattan.Just after 11:30a.m. March 24, officers filed a report for theft in the 1000 block of Bluemont Ave. in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.A 21-year-old man reported two Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra cell phones that had been delivered to his front door were stolen. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $2,600. Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=353#" target="_blank">Crime Stoppers</a>&nbsp;which allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.&nbsp;

RCPD: Porch pirate took packages worth $2,600

WABAUNSEE COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just after 10a.m. Monday in Wabaunsee County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2020 Kia Sportage driven by Adam&nbsp;Bourne, 23, Topeka, was westbound on Interstate 70 at&nbsp;Keene Eskridge Road.

The SUV left the roadway to the right, traveled through the ditch for 200 feet and then came to a stop after striking several small trees.

EMS transported Bourne Stormont Vail. He was properly restrained, according to the KHP.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679940557493.png" alt="&nbsp;EMS transported the driver to a Topeka hospital -photo courtesy WIBW TV" />
 <figcaption>&nbsp;EMS transported the driver to a Topeka hospital -photo courtesy WIBW TV</figcaption>
 </figure>WABAUNSEE COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just after 10a.m. Monday in Wabaunsee County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2020 Kia Sportage driven by Adam&nbsp;Bourne, 23, Topeka, was westbound on Interstate 70 at&nbsp;Keene Eskridge Road.The SUV left the roadway to the right, traveled through the ditch for 200 feet and then came to a stop after striking several small trees.EMS transported Bourne Stormont Vail. He was properly restrained, according to the KHP.

Kansas man hospitalized after I-70 crash

Geary County 4-H members participated in Regional 4-H Club Day activities in Clay Center, Kansas this past Saturday, March 25.&nbsp; They competed with other 4-H members from Central Kansas District — River Valley District, Chisholm Trail District, and Marshall County.&nbsp; 

Geary County 4-H members who earned top ribbons are as follows:

Lyon Creek 4-H Club – 1st&nbsp;Alternate&nbsp;Purple

Lyon Creek 4-H Club -&nbsp;Top Purple

Junior Demonstration or Illustrated Talk

Grant Slough, Lyon Creek 4-H Club – 1st&nbsp;Alternate Purple

Josie Strauss, Lyon Creek 4-H Club – Top Purple

Archer Anderes, Blue Line 4-H Club – 1st&nbsp;Alternate Purple

Aurora Garrison, Blue Line 4-H Club – 1st&nbsp;Alternate Purple

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 </figure>Geary County 4-H members participated in Regional 4-H Club Day activities in Clay Center, Kansas this past Saturday, March 25.&nbsp; They competed with other 4-H members from Central Kansas District — River Valley District, Chisholm Trail District, and Marshall County.&nbsp; Geary County 4-H members who earned top ribbons are as follows:Junior Gavel GamesLyon Creek 4-H Club – 1st&nbsp;Alternate&nbsp;PurpleSenior Gavel GamesLyon Creek 4-H Club -&nbsp;Top PurpleJunior Demonstration or Illustrated TalkGrant Slough, Lyon Creek 4-H Club – 1st&nbsp;Alternate PurplePublic SpeakingJosie Strauss, Lyon Creek 4-H Club – Top PurpleProject TalkArcher Anderes, Blue Line 4-H Club – 1st&nbsp;Alternate PurpleJunior Solo DanceAurora Garrison, Blue Line 4-H Club – 1st&nbsp;Alternate Purple

Geary County 4-H Regional Club Day results

The JC Breakfast Optimist Club has recognized Resia Muto for the Making A Difference For Youth Award. The purpose of the award is to recognize a Geary County resident who has been a volunteer that has had a positive influence on youth and reflects the character represented in The Optimist Creed. Some of those ideals include being respectful to themselves and others in words and actions; being a person of integrity and is respected by others; is enthusiastic about the success of youth and strives to help them be successful and has demonstrated volunteer work that makes a difference in youth as a priority by volunteering for at least five consecutive years.

Ginger Kopfer, Geary County, Kansas State Research and Development Agent, stated that “Resia has had extensive experience working with youth in 4-H as an Adult Leader for Humboldt 4-H Club; has been Project Leader for Poultry, Clothing Buymanship, Visual Arts, and Foods and Nutrition; served on the Parent Advisory Committee; Geary County Fair 4-H Poultry Superintendent; Assistant Adult Advisor for Geary County 4-H Ambassadors; served on the Planning Committee for Geary County 4-H Public Revue; has been a recent member of the Geary County Free Fair Board; organizes service projects for the Geary County 4-H Dog project members and volunteers with the Junction City Saddle Club that hosts a yearly youth horse show. Resia is a member of the Westview Community Church in Manhattan.

"Resia has always stressed the importance of giving back to the community. She has a positive attitude, is creative, builds teamwork and has a warm personality that is welcoming and caring.”

Resia is employed by USD 475 and works at Lincoln Elementary School in Junction City.

Joe Handlos, Treasurer and Making A Difference For Youth Committee Chairperson, coordinated the recognition.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679933194920.jpeg" alt="Pictured left to right: Joe Handlos, JC Breakfast Optimist Club Treasurer and Making A Difference For Youth Committee Chairperson; Resia Muto and Nita Miller, President of the JC Breakfast Optimist Club" />
 <figcaption>Pictured left to right: Joe Handlos, JC Breakfast Optimist Club Treasurer and Making A Difference For Youth Committee Chairperson; Resia Muto and Nita Miller, President of the JC Breakfast Optimist Club</figcaption>
 </figure>The JC Breakfast Optimist Club has recognized Resia Muto for the Making A Difference For Youth Award. The purpose of the award is to recognize a Geary County resident who has been a volunteer that has had a positive influence on youth and reflects the character represented in The Optimist Creed. Some of those ideals include being respectful to themselves and others in words and actions; being a person of integrity and is respected by others; is enthusiastic about the success of youth and strives to help them be successful and has demonstrated volunteer work that makes a difference in youth as a priority by volunteering for at least five consecutive years.Ginger Kopfer, Geary County, Kansas State Research and Development Agent, stated that “Resia has had extensive experience working with youth in 4-H as an Adult Leader for Humboldt 4-H Club; has been Project Leader for Poultry, Clothing Buymanship, Visual Arts, and Foods and Nutrition; served on the Parent Advisory Committee; Geary County Fair 4-H Poultry Superintendent; Assistant Adult Advisor for Geary County 4-H Ambassadors; served on the Planning Committee for Geary County 4-H Public Revue; has been a recent member of the Geary County Free Fair Board; organizes service projects for the Geary County 4-H Dog project members and volunteers with the Junction City Saddle Club that hosts a yearly youth horse show. Resia is a member of the Westview Community Church in Manhattan."Resia has always stressed the importance of giving back to the community. She has a positive attitude, is creative, builds teamwork and has a warm personality that is welcoming and caring.”Resia is employed by USD 475 and works at Lincoln Elementary School in Junction City.Joe Handlos, Treasurer and Making A Difference For Youth Committee Chairperson, coordinated the recognition.

JC Optimists recognize Resia Muto

The Riley County Police Department has determined that a threatening email sent to Manhattan Catholic Schools over the weekend is not legitimate.

"We were able to trace the email back to an original source in New York," the RCPD said in a social media release. "At this time, we have no reason to believe this email was valid or even intended to go to this specific school in the first place.

"Out of an overabundance of caution, extra patrol units will be in the area during school hours."

Little Apple PostThe Riley County Police Department has determined that a threatening email sent to Manhattan Catholic Schools over the weekend is not legitimate."We were able to trace the email back to an original source in New York," the RCPD said in a social media release. "At this time, we have no reason to believe this email was valid or even intended to go to this specific school in the first place."Out of an overabundance of caution, extra patrol units will be in the area during school hours."<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">We have determined a threatening email received by Manhattan Catholic Schools this weekend is not legitimate. We were able to trace the email back to an original source in New York. At this time, we have no reason to believe this email was valid or even intended to go to this… <a href="https://t.co/ql9azNaaAX">pic.twitter.com/ql9azNaaAX</a>&mdash; RCPD (@RileyCountyPD) <a href="https://twitter.com/RileyCountyPD/status/1640375734572023809?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 27, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script> </div>

RCPD: Email threat sent to MHK Catholic schools not credible

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

Just after 3:30p.m. March 24, officers filed a report for theft by deception, forgery and unlawful computer acts. 

A 68-year-old woman, Capitol Federal Savings and Bluestem Financial Management were listed as the victims when it was reported a 26-year-old man had forged 27 checks made out to himself for over $4,000.

The RCPD reported no additional details and have not reported an arrest.

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged identity theft crimes in Manhattan.Just after 3:30p.m. March 24, officers filed a report for theft by deception, forgery and unlawful computer acts. A 68-year-old woman, Capitol Federal Savings and Bluestem Financial Management were listed as the victims when it was reported a 26-year-old man had forged 27 checks made out to himself for over $4,000.The RCPD reported no additional details and have not reported an arrest.

RCPD: Man allegedly forged 27 checks

RILEY COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just before 9p.m. Friday in Manhattan.

On Monday, the Riley County Police Department reported a 2007 Chevrolet G350 driven by Jose Reyes, 54, of Manhattan, was eastbound on Marlatt Avenue at Brookpointe Circle in Manhattan.

The G350 crossed over the center line and struck a westbound 2002 Chevrolet Silverado driven by Jesus Maldonado, 60, of Manhattan. 

EMS transported a passenger in the Silverado, Juan Maldonado, 31, Manhattan, was transported to Via Christi for treatment of a minor injury. The RCPD reported no additional injuries.

RILEY COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just before 9p.m. Friday in Manhattan.On Monday, the Riley County Police Department reported a 2007 Chevrolet G350 driven by Jose Reyes, 54, of Manhattan, was eastbound on Marlatt Avenue at Brookpointe Circle in Manhattan.The G350 crossed over the center line and struck a westbound 2002 Chevrolet Silverado driven by Jesus Maldonado, 60, of Manhattan. EMS transported a passenger in the Silverado, Juan Maldonado, 31, Manhattan, was transported to Via Christi for treatment of a minor injury. The RCPD reported no additional injuries.

Manhattan man hospitalized after 2-vehicle crash

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/2023/3/1679925340459.jpeg" alt="Jeryl Keith Denton, Failure to appear, arrested 3/27" />
 <figcaption>Jeryl Keith Denton, Failure to appear, arrested 3/27</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679925439812.jpeg" alt="Robert Gerard Enriquez, Probation Violation, arrested 3/26" />
 <figcaption>Robert Gerard Enriquez, Probation Violation, arrested 3/26</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679925489569.jpeg" alt="Pedro Andres Lopez, Burglary; Locked non-dwelling to commit felony, theft or sexually motivated crime; Theft &lt;$1,500 Pocket picking; Criminal damage to property; Misdemeanor; arrested 3/27" />
 <figcaption>Pedro Andres Lopez, Burglary; Locked non-dwelling to commit felony, theft or sexually motivated crime; Theft &lt;$1,500 Pocket picking; Criminal damage to property; Misdemeanor; arrested 3/27</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679925652531.jpeg" alt="Travis A Traxler, Domestic battery; Possession of marijuana 1st offense; arrested 3/27" />
 <figcaption>Travis A Traxler, Domestic battery; Possession of marijuana 1st offense; arrested 3/27</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 March 27

LAWRENCE – With the 2019 Oscar for Best 
Adapted Screenplay for his work on “BlacKkKlansman” on his mantel, Kevin
 Willmott can focus on the screenwriting projects he likes. And while 
the&nbsp;University of Kansas professor of film &amp; media studies has 
carved out a niche telling little-known&nbsp;<a href="http://news.ku.edu/2020/08/12/history-police-brutality-informs-willmotts-24th" target="_blank">stories</a>&nbsp;of
 African American history that resonate with current events, Willmott’s 
latest project takes a fresh look at perhaps the most famous African 
American and most popular athlete of all time – boxing champion Muhammad
 Ali.

The producers (Willmott shares executive-producing credit) have&nbsp;<a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.yahoo.com%2Flifestyle%2Fmuhammad-ali-scripted-series-being-210048136.html&amp;data=05%7C01%7Cmedia1-l%40lists.ku.edu%7C94d198df35dc43c43d2108db2ba07309%7C3c176536afe643f5b96636feabbe3c1a%7C0%7C0%7C638151740351640576%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=kLhFL2P5YUvXDlmxOMXJkaemsXr%2FbTp3wHIVpZu2guM%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">announced</a>&nbsp;a deal to develop the eight-part series “Excellence: 8 Fights” about Ali's life for NBC’s Peacock streaming video service.

Willmott
 said he had been working with actor/producer Morgan Freeman’s 
Revelations Entertainment, which owns the rights to Jonathan Eig’s 
acclaimed 2017 biography,&nbsp;<a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harpercollins.com%2Fproducts%2Fali-jonathan-eig%3Fvariant%3D39935221858338&amp;data=05%7C01%7Cmedia1-l%40lists.ku.edu%7C94d198df35dc43c43d2108db2ba07309%7C3c176536afe643f5b96636feabbe3c1a%7C0%7C0%7C638151740351640576%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=FLZiLc2DUInWvsNQdWab%2FJd258MaPIfKop8M5hE2DcU%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">“Ali: A Life,"</a>&nbsp;for some time on a script. No star or release date has been announced.

“I
 chose eight different fights Ali had, using the book as my source 
material,” Willmott said. “They’re not all bouts in the ring. One of 
them will be his struggle with Parkinson’s disease.”

Apart from the Will Smith film&nbsp;<a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.wikipedia.org%2Fwiki%2FAli_(film)&amp;data=05%7C01%7Cmedia1-l%40lists.ku.edu%7C94d198df35dc43c43d2108db2ba07309%7C3c176536afe643f5b96636feabbe3c1a%7C0%7C0%7C638151740351640576%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=FcEI0SR9etDBebmFJUlplq4nZcvuNjuOhPLl3EX0Zoo%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">“Ali”</a>&nbsp;in
 2001, Willmott said there have not been many treatments of the 
heavyweight champion and global cultural icon’s life on film. 2020’s&nbsp;<a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.imdb.com%2Ftitle%2Ftt10612922%2F&amp;data=05%7C01%7Cmedia1-l%40lists.ku.edu%7C94d198df35dc43c43d2108db2ba07309%7C3c176536afe643f5b96636feabbe3c1a%7C0%7C0%7C638151740351640576%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=%2FBnYVFvtQGMsjTmS1hZLaU1c9pveE4QlCL1fHwhLyAs%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">“One Night in Miami”</a>&nbsp;focuses
 on just that – a single meeting among Ali, football and movie star Jim 
Brown, singer/producer Sam Cooke and Black Muslim leader Malcolm X.

Willmott said “8 Fights” will be a modern biopic.

“The old style is cradle-to-grave,” he said. “Now you try to be a lot more selective and pick certain parts of their life.”

The
 fact that Ali remains so well-known, nearly seven years after his 
death, will enable the filmmakers to use a certain shorthand in 
explication, Willmott said. “He’s got a big life, and the segments 
narrow it down to specific things.”

“8 Fights” will delve into 
Ali’s complicated relationship with his greatest ring nemesis, “Smokin’”
 Joe Frazier, if only for its racial implications, Willmott said.

Despite
 the fact that Frazier had loaned Ali money when Ali was facing fallout 
from his decision to avoid the Vietnam-era draft, in the buildup to 
their fights, “Ali called him Uncle Tom and monkey,” Willmott said.

“There
 was a love-hate relationship – hatred from Joe Frazier’s standpoint. 
Ali didn’t hate anybody. He got angry at people like Floyd Patterson and
 Ernie Terrell that wouldn’t call him by the name Muhammad Ali, and he 
punished them in the ring. Ali was a bit ahead of the game in terms of 
the Black pride movement. It was about starting to connect to our 
African heritage.

“The series will allow Ali to look back on his life and reflect on the pros and cons,” Willmott said.

Willmott
 said he has several other writing irons in the fire, all based on 
historical events, including a completed script for a biopic of the 
first Black tennis star, Arthur Ashe, and one about the relationship 
between jazz musicians Billy Strayhorn, Duke Ellington and Lena Horne.

Willmott graduated from Marymount College in Salina and grew up in Junction City.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679848747333.jpeg" alt="Kevin Willmott. Photo courtesy&nbsp;KU News Service" />
 <figcaption>Kevin Willmott. Photo courtesy&nbsp;KU News Service</figcaption>
 </figure>KU News ServiceLAWRENCE – With the 2019 Oscar for Best 
Adapted Screenplay for his work on “BlacKkKlansman” on his mantel, Kevin
 Willmott can focus on the screenwriting projects he likes. And while 
the&nbsp;University of Kansas professor of film &amp; media studies has 
carved out a niche telling little-known&nbsp;<a href="http://news.ku.edu/2020/08/12/history-police-brutality-informs-willmotts-24th" target="_blank">stories</a>&nbsp;of
 African American history that resonate with current events, Willmott’s 
latest project takes a fresh look at perhaps the most famous African 
American and most popular athlete of all time – boxing champion Muhammad
 Ali.The producers (Willmott shares executive-producing credit) have&nbsp;<a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.yahoo.com%2Flifestyle%2Fmuhammad-ali-scripted-series-being-210048136.html&amp;data=05%7C01%7Cmedia1-l%40lists.ku.edu%7C94d198df35dc43c43d2108db2ba07309%7C3c176536afe643f5b96636feabbe3c1a%7C0%7C0%7C638151740351640576%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=kLhFL2P5YUvXDlmxOMXJkaemsXr%2FbTp3wHIVpZu2guM%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">announced</a>&nbsp;a deal to develop the eight-part series “Excellence: 8 Fights” about Ali's life for NBC’s Peacock streaming video service.Willmott
 said he had been working with actor/producer Morgan Freeman’s 
Revelations Entertainment, which owns the rights to Jonathan Eig’s 
acclaimed 2017 biography,&nbsp;<a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.harpercollins.com%2Fproducts%2Fali-jonathan-eig%3Fvariant%3D39935221858338&amp;data=05%7C01%7Cmedia1-l%40lists.ku.edu%7C94d198df35dc43c43d2108db2ba07309%7C3c176536afe643f5b96636feabbe3c1a%7C0%7C0%7C638151740351640576%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=FLZiLc2DUInWvsNQdWab%2FJd258MaPIfKop8M5hE2DcU%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">“Ali: A Life,"</a>&nbsp;for some time on a script. No star or release date has been announced.“I
 chose eight different fights Ali had, using the book as my source 
material,” Willmott said. “They’re not all bouts in the ring. One of 
them will be his struggle with Parkinson’s disease.”Apart from the Will Smith film&nbsp;<a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.wikipedia.org%2Fwiki%2FAli_(film)&amp;data=05%7C01%7Cmedia1-l%40lists.ku.edu%7C94d198df35dc43c43d2108db2ba07309%7C3c176536afe643f5b96636feabbe3c1a%7C0%7C0%7C638151740351640576%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=FcEI0SR9etDBebmFJUlplq4nZcvuNjuOhPLl3EX0Zoo%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">“Ali”</a>&nbsp;in
 2001, Willmott said there have not been many treatments of the 
heavyweight champion and global cultural icon’s life on film. 2020’s&nbsp;<a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.imdb.com%2Ftitle%2Ftt10612922%2F&amp;data=05%7C01%7Cmedia1-l%40lists.ku.edu%7C94d198df35dc43c43d2108db2ba07309%7C3c176536afe643f5b96636feabbe3c1a%7C0%7C0%7C638151740351640576%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=%2FBnYVFvtQGMsjTmS1hZLaU1c9pveE4QlCL1fHwhLyAs%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">“One Night in Miami”</a>&nbsp;focuses
 on just that – a single meeting among Ali, football and movie star Jim 
Brown, singer/producer Sam Cooke and Black Muslim leader Malcolm X.Willmott said “8 Fights” will be a modern biopic.“The old style is cradle-to-grave,” he said. “Now you try to be a lot more selective and pick certain parts of their life.”The
 fact that Ali remains so well-known, nearly seven years after his 
death, will enable the filmmakers to use a certain shorthand in 
explication, Willmott said. “He’s got a big life, and the segments 
narrow it down to specific things.”“8 Fights” will delve into 
Ali’s complicated relationship with his greatest ring nemesis, “Smokin’”
 Joe Frazier, if only for its racial implications, Willmott said.Despite
 the fact that Frazier had loaned Ali money when Ali was facing fallout 
from his decision to avoid the Vietnam-era draft, in the buildup to 
their fights, “Ali called him Uncle Tom and monkey,” Willmott said.“There
 was a love-hate relationship – hatred from Joe Frazier’s standpoint. 
Ali didn’t hate anybody. He got angry at people like Floyd Patterson and
 Ernie Terrell that wouldn’t call him by the name Muhammad Ali, and he 
punished them in the ring. Ali was a bit ahead of the game in terms of 
the Black pride movement. It was about starting to connect to our 
African heritage.“The series will allow Ali to look back on his life and reflect on the pros and cons,” Willmott said.Willmott
 said he has several other writing irons in the fire, all based on 
historical events, including a completed script for a biopic of the 
first Black tennis star, Arthur Ashe, and one about the relationship 
between jazz musicians Billy Strayhorn, Duke Ellington and Lena Horne.Willmott graduated from Marymount College in Salina and grew up in Junction City.

Filmmaker Willmott draws lessons from African American history

From 10 to 11 a.m. April 5, the Geary County Historical Society
 will host its next Hands-on History program, "Meteorite Mystery.”&nbsp;

Homeschoolers and their families will combine history and art while 
learning about meteorites and magnets. Each child must bring a small bag
 of dirt, which they will turn into a magnetic meteorite to take home. There
 are only 35 spots available. This event costs $5 per child, $10 per 
family, or free for members. Payment will be taken at the door. An RSVP is required, so email <a href="mailto:gearyhistoryprograms@gmail.com">gearyhistoryprograms@gmail.com</a> to secure a spo.

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 </figure>From 10 to 11 a.m. April 5, the Geary County Historical Society
 will host its next Hands-on History program, "Meteorite Mystery.”&nbsp;Homeschoolers and their families will combine history and art while 
learning about meteorites and magnets. Each child must bring a small bag
 of dirt, which they will turn into a magnetic meteorite to take home. There
 are only 35 spots available. This event costs $5 per child, $10 per 
family, or free for members. Payment will be taken at the door. An RSVP is required, so email <a href="mailto:gearyhistoryprograms@gmail.com">gearyhistoryprograms@gmail.com</a> to secure a spo.

Historical society offering Hands-On History program

Have a conviction on your record you would like gone? Geary County District Court, Kansas Legal Services and the Geary County Bar Association will conduct an expungement clinic in Junction City in May.

Public information sessions will be noon to 3 p.m. April 1 and 10 a.m. to noon April 15 at the Dorothy Bramlage Public Library, 230 W. Seventh.

The expungement clinic will be 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 22 to 25 at the courthouse, 138 E. Eighth.

To apply for the clinic, call (800) 723-6953.

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 </figure>Have a conviction on your record you would like gone? Geary County District Court, Kansas Legal Services and the Geary County Bar Association will conduct an expungement clinic in Junction City in May.Public information sessions will be noon to 3 p.m. April 1 and 10 a.m. to noon April 15 at the Dorothy Bramlage Public Library, 230 W. Seventh.The expungement clinic will be 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 22 to 25 at the courthouse, 138 E. Eighth.To apply for the clinic, call (800) 723-6953.<figure>
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Expungement clinic scheduled in Junction City

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post

MANHATTAN - Kansas State University's annual day of giving, All In for K-State, raised more than $1 million dollars during the 2023 campaign.

In 2023, <a href="https://allin.ksufoundation.org/">All In for K-State</a>&nbsp;is raising money to bring financial education opportunities to all new students, giving them knowledge to make smart financial decisions and relieve stress.

"Focusing on financial well-being will benefit our students exponentially, not only during their time at&nbsp;K-State&nbsp;but throughout their lives," said Thomas Lane, vice president of student life and dean of students.

Funds raised support the expanding effort of Powercat Financial, a nationally recognized peer counseling and pilot program which offers a zero-credit financial literacy course to incoming students.

"Students spend valuable physical and mental resources stressing about finances. I would rather they spend that on learning&nbsp;in&nbsp;their classes or having a great time at college," said Greg Eiselein, director of&nbsp;K-State&nbsp;First, the university’s first-year experience program. "Financial literacy is going to help them as college students — and it’s going to help them&nbsp;for&nbsp;the rest of their lives."

Thirty-three percent of K-State students surveyed in the 2020 study on Collegiate Financial Wellness considered dropping out due to the stress of financial burdens during college.

"We have the potential to change the average net worth of our future graduates. What a gift!" said Kathleen Hatch, Morrison family associate vice president&nbsp;for&nbsp;student well-being. "So if you want to make a difference, this is your chance."

More information on All In for K-State can be <a href="https://allin.ksufoundation.org/">found here</a>.

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - Kansas State University's annual day of giving, All In for K-State, raised more than $1 million dollars during the 2023 campaign.In 2023, <a href="https://allin.ksufoundation.org/">All In for K-State</a>&nbsp;is raising money to bring financial education opportunities to all new students, giving them knowledge to make smart financial decisions and relieve stress."Focusing on financial well-being will benefit our students exponentially, not only during their time at&nbsp;K-State&nbsp;but throughout their lives," said Thomas Lane, vice president of student life and dean of students. Funds raised support the expanding effort of Powercat Financial, a nationally recognized peer counseling and pilot program which offers a zero-credit financial literacy course to incoming students."Students spend valuable physical and mental resources stressing about finances. I would rather they spend that on learning&nbsp;in&nbsp;their classes or having a great time at college," said Greg Eiselein, director of&nbsp;K-State&nbsp;First, the university’s first-year experience program. "Financial literacy is going to help them as college students — and it’s going to help them&nbsp;for&nbsp;the rest of their lives." Thirty-three percent of K-State students surveyed in the 2020 study on Collegiate Financial Wellness considered dropping out due to the stress of financial burdens during college."We have the potential to change the average net worth of our future graduates. What a gift!" said Kathleen Hatch, Morrison family associate vice president&nbsp;for&nbsp;student well-being. "So if you want to make a difference, this is your chance." More information on All In for K-State can be <a href="https://allin.ksufoundation.org/">found here</a>.

More than $1M raised during 'All In for K-State'

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/2023/3/1679855280421.jpeg" alt="Adrian Michael Board, Aggravated burglary; Dwelling for felony, theft, sex; arrested 3/26" />
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 <figcaption>Javier Linares, DUI-Liquor/drugs(1st offense); Transporting open container alcohol; Fail to yield to emergency vehicle; Exceeding posted speed limit; Use of wireless communication devices; Driving on left side roadway; arrested 3/26</figcaption>
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 <figcaption>Timothy Earl Smith, Theft &lt;$1,500 Pocket picking; Interference with LEO; unknown circumstance; misdemeanor; Criminal threat against LEO; Cause terror, evacuation or disruption; Assault of LEO; properly identified in performance of duty; Battery on LEO; Physical contact with county or city officer on duty; arrested 3/25</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 March 26

Kansas is officially a Home Rule state. It has been since 1961, when an amendment to the Kansas state constitution officially declared that Kansas cities are “empowered to determine their local affairs…except when” such actions are “limited or prohibited” by an act of the state legislature. That’s an important acknowledgement of local democracy—or at least potentially so.

In my observation over the years, though, our elected representatives in Topeka tend to pay far more attention to the “except when” clause, thus leading the principle of Home Rule to be observed more often in the breach than in fact.

That’s not unusual, unfortunately. If you research which states allow Home Rule, as opposed to those which adopt “Dillon’s Rule”—a 19th-century judicial ruling which stipulated that the residents of cities have no inherent democratic right to rule themselves, and possess the power of local government only so far as states grant it to them—you’ll find that most of those states significantly limit the authority of their cities.&nbsp;

In Kansas, the language of our Home Rule amendment presents a fairly easy limitation for the state legislature to make use of: simply impose some kind of broad, state-wide prohibition, even if the issue is an entirely local one, and suddenly cities may be forbidden from governing themselves in that area whatsoever. A bill being debated in Topeka is just another example of this practice.

The bill, House Resolution 2447, aims to take away from all Kansas cities the ability to ban or restrict within their borders the sale of any product that is otherwise legal elsewhere in the state. Pushed by the Kansas Chamber of Commerce, its ostensible purpose is to prevent “disuniform business conditions across the state,” which is another way of saying that the people who live in some cities might be persuaded to regulate businesses in response to local problems in a way different from how other cities might. In reality, it’s not difficult to see this bill as reflecting an ideological disposition against giving power to those local residents—specifically, those in urban areas--who might prioritize certain social concerns over the interests of business owners.

The specific provenance of the bill is a pet store in Wichita, which sells dogs from breeders in a manner than many concerned about the size of the city’s population of abandoned and unhealthy pets wish to prevent. (Wichita’s citizen-run Animal Control Advisory Board has recommended action, but Wichita’s city council has as yet taken none, meaning this bill exists in response to a complete hypothetical.) In reality, a bill this broad could potentially prevent any Kansas city from imposing almost any regulation upon businesses within their borders. It also presents a sneaky return to the attempt to stop environmentally concerned Kansans who are pushing their cities to consider limitations on plastic bag use in grocery stores, an invasive bill which the Kansas Senate wisely killed last month.

In the face of criticism, promoters of HR 2447 have added qualifications, guaranteeing that the bill wouldn’t prevent Kansas cities from using their zoning power to regulate liquor stores, strip clubs, and the like. But in my view, that’s just putting Home Rule lipstick on a statist pig. John Doll, a state senator from Garden City, when voting down the aforementioned ban on local plastic bag bans, correctly expressed frustration at the legislature’s frequent “lack of respect” for “the ability of county and city governments” to determine what is best “for their particular communities.” Let’s hope a majority of Kansas legislators agree with Doll, and vote down this overreaching bill as well.

Dr. Russell Arben Fox teaches politics in Wichita.

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 <figcaption>Dr. Russell Arben Fox teaches politics in Wichita.</figcaption>
 </figure>Kansas is officially a Home Rule state. It has been since 1961, when an amendment to the Kansas state constitution officially declared that Kansas cities are “empowered to determine their local affairs…except when” such actions are “limited or prohibited” by an act of the state legislature. That’s an important acknowledgement of local democracy—or at least potentially so.In my observation over the years, though, our elected representatives in Topeka tend to pay far more attention to the “except when” clause, thus leading the principle of Home Rule to be observed more often in the breach than in fact.That’s not unusual, unfortunately. If you research which states allow Home Rule, as opposed to those which adopt “Dillon’s Rule”—a 19th-century judicial ruling which stipulated that the residents of cities have no inherent democratic right to rule themselves, and possess the power of local government only so far as states grant it to them—you’ll find that most of those states significantly limit the authority of their cities.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575913663048.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>In Kansas, the language of our Home Rule amendment presents a fairly easy limitation for the state legislature to make use of: simply impose some kind of broad, state-wide prohibition, even if the issue is an entirely local one, and suddenly cities may be forbidden from governing themselves in that area whatsoever. A bill being debated in Topeka is just another example of this practice.The bill, House Resolution 2447, aims to take away from all Kansas cities the ability to ban or restrict within their borders the sale of any product that is otherwise legal elsewhere in the state. Pushed by the Kansas Chamber of Commerce, its ostensible purpose is to prevent “disuniform business conditions across the state,” which is another way of saying that the people who live in some cities might be persuaded to regulate businesses in response to local problems in a way different from how other cities might. In reality, it’s not difficult to see this bill as reflecting an ideological disposition against giving power to those local residents—specifically, those in urban areas--who might prioritize certain social concerns over the interests of business owners.The specific provenance of the bill is a pet store in Wichita, which sells dogs from breeders in a manner than many concerned about the size of the city’s population of abandoned and unhealthy pets wish to prevent. (Wichita’s citizen-run Animal Control Advisory Board has recommended action, but Wichita’s city council has as yet taken none, meaning this bill exists in response to a complete hypothetical.) In reality, a bill this broad could potentially prevent any Kansas city from imposing almost any regulation upon businesses within their borders. It also presents a sneaky return to the attempt to stop environmentally concerned Kansans who are pushing their cities to consider limitations on plastic bag use in grocery stores, an invasive bill which the Kansas Senate wisely killed last month.In the face of criticism, promoters of HR 2447 have added qualifications, guaranteeing that the bill wouldn’t prevent Kansas cities from using their zoning power to regulate liquor stores, strip clubs, and the like. But in my view, that’s just putting Home Rule lipstick on a statist pig. John Doll, a state senator from Garden City, when voting down the aforementioned ban on local plastic bag bans, correctly expressed frustration at the legislature’s frequent “lack of respect” for “the ability of county and city governments” to determine what is best “for their particular communities.” Let’s hope a majority of Kansas legislators agree with Doll, and vote down this overreaching bill as well.Dr. Russell Arben Fox teaches politics in Wichita.

INSIGHT KANSAS: Home rule once again on the voting block

By RON WILSON Huck Boyd National Institute for Rural Development

The three Rs. When I was a kid, that referred to Readin,’ `Ritin,’ and `Rithmetic.&nbsp;

Today we’ll learn about a different set of Rs that are being applied to the world of horses: Rescue, Rehabilitate, and Re-home. Those are the goals of a remarkable enterprise that is helping to save and benefit horses in rural Kansas.&nbsp;

Karen Everhart is executive director of the non-profit organization Rainbow Meadows Equine Rescue &amp; Retirement, which she co-founded with her husband Dave. Karen and Dave are from the Wichita area originally. Everhart said she was the proverbial “horse-crazy girl” who spent summers with horses on her family’s farm in southeast Kansas.&nbsp;

She met and married Dave who spent 38 years in military service. Everhart became a medical administrator but never forgot her love of horses.&nbsp;

In 1981, she purchased the first horse of her own: A golden Palomino mare named Rainbow. Over time, she added to her horse herd. In 2005, she retired from her health administrator position and purchased a ranch in Chautauqua County.&nbsp;

“People would contact me about some horse that was abandoned or in a kill pen and say, `Could you help this horse?’ ” Everhart said. Within four months, her horse herd doubled from 10 to 20. It was clear there was a need.&nbsp;

In September 2005, Rainbow Meadows Equine Rescue &amp; Retirement was incorporated as a 501(c)3 organization. It can now receive tax-deductible donations. The organization is named Rainbow Meadows in honor of Everhart’s first beloved horse.&nbsp;

“Since that time, we’ve worked harder than we ever did in our professional lives,” Everhart said with a smile.&nbsp;&nbsp;“We appreciate our wonderful, caring volunteers.”&nbsp;

The goal is to rescue horses, mules and donkeys that are at risk. These equine are rehabilitated and, where appropriate, adopted out to caring homes.&nbsp;

There are two types of intake to the program. One is horses from horse-owners who find themselves unable to care for their equines due to circumstances such as illness, changed family situations, or otherwise.&nbsp;

“We can be a first responder for the horses,” Everhart said. The second type of intake, much less common, is receiving horses through a sheriff or police department when the horses are legally seized due to abuse or neglect of the animals.&nbsp;

The Everhart’s daughter earned her master’s degree at K-State, met her future husband, and eventually settled in the Manhattan area. When grandchildren were born, Karen and Dave wanted to be closer to them.&nbsp;

“I told the Board of Directors that we wanted to move closer to Manhattan so maybe it was time to close Rainbow Meadows,” Everhart said. “The Board said, `You’re welcome to relocate, but we want this to continue.’”&nbsp;

After a long search for property, Karen found and bought the place where Rainbow Meadows is today. “God opened the door to this place,” Everhart said. It is located along Highway 77, eight miles south of Junction City and north of the rural community of Woodbine, population 157 people. Now, that’s rural.&nbsp;

“This is a mission, this is a ministry,” Everhart said. “These (abused) horses don’t deserve the kind of treatment they’ve received.”.&nbsp;

Since its founding, Rainbow Meadows has assisted in rescuing hundreds of horses. In addition to having horses that are adopted, Rainbow Meadows offers a horse retirement program where owners can provide monthly support for their horses to come to Rainbow Meadows and live out their days in safety and comfort.&nbsp;

In support of this work, a fundraising gala is held each year. In 2023, the gala will be held at Rock Springs Ranch on the evening of April 1. For more information about the gala and Rainbow Meadows, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.rainbowmeadowsranch.com/">www.rainbowmeadowsranch.com</a>.&nbsp;

The three Rs. In this case, the three Rs refer to Rescue, Rehabilitate, and Re-home, which are the goals of Rainbow Meadows Equine Rescue &amp; Retirement.&nbsp;

We commend Karen and Dave Everhart and all those involved with this remarkable organization that is making a difference in the lives of horses and horse owners.&nbsp;

They are doing Rescue Really Right.&nbsp;

<figure>
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 </figure>By RON WILSON Huck Boyd National Institute for Rural DevelopmentThe three Rs. When I was a kid, that referred to Readin,’ `Ritin,’ and `Rithmetic.&nbsp;Today we’ll learn about a different set of Rs that are being applied to the world of horses: Rescue, Rehabilitate, and Re-home. Those are the goals of a remarkable enterprise that is helping to save and benefit horses in rural Kansas.&nbsp;Karen Everhart is executive director of the non-profit organization Rainbow Meadows Equine Rescue &amp; Retirement, which she co-founded with her husband Dave. Karen and Dave are from the Wichita area originally. Everhart said she was the proverbial “horse-crazy girl” who spent summers with horses on her family’s farm in southeast Kansas.&nbsp;She met and married Dave who spent 38 years in military service. Everhart became a medical administrator but never forgot her love of horses.&nbsp;In 1981, she purchased the first horse of her own: A golden Palomino mare named Rainbow. Over time, she added to her horse herd. In 2005, she retired from her health administrator position and purchased a ranch in Chautauqua County.&nbsp;“People would contact me about some horse that was abandoned or in a kill pen and say, `Could you help this horse?’ ” Everhart said. Within four months, her horse herd doubled from 10 to 20. It was clear there was a need.&nbsp;In September 2005, Rainbow Meadows Equine Rescue &amp; Retirement was incorporated as a 501(c)3 organization. It can now receive tax-deductible donations. The organization is named Rainbow Meadows in honor of Everhart’s first beloved horse.&nbsp;“Since that time, we’ve worked harder than we ever did in our professional lives,” Everhart said with a smile.&nbsp;&nbsp;“We appreciate our wonderful, caring volunteers.”&nbsp;The goal is to rescue horses, mules and donkeys that are at risk. These equine are rehabilitated and, where appropriate, adopted out to caring homes.&nbsp;There are two types of intake to the program. One is horses from horse-owners who find themselves unable to care for their equines due to circumstances such as illness, changed family situations, or otherwise.&nbsp;“We can be a first responder for the horses,” Everhart said. The second type of intake, much less common, is receiving horses through a sheriff or police department when the horses are legally seized due to abuse or neglect of the animals.&nbsp;The Everhart’s daughter earned her master’s degree at K-State, met her future husband, and eventually settled in the Manhattan area. When grandchildren were born, Karen and Dave wanted to be closer to them.&nbsp;“I told the Board of Directors that we wanted to move closer to Manhattan so maybe it was time to close Rainbow Meadows,” Everhart said. “The Board said, `You’re welcome to relocate, but we want this to continue.’”&nbsp;After a long search for property, Karen found and bought the place where Rainbow Meadows is today. “God opened the door to this place,” Everhart said. It is located along Highway 77, eight miles south of Junction City and north of the rural community of Woodbine, population 157 people. Now, that’s rural.&nbsp;“This is a mission, this is a ministry,” Everhart said. “These (abused) horses don’t deserve the kind of treatment they’ve received.”.&nbsp;Since its founding, Rainbow Meadows has assisted in rescuing hundreds of horses. In addition to having horses that are adopted, Rainbow Meadows offers a horse retirement program where owners can provide monthly support for their horses to come to Rainbow Meadows and live out their days in safety and comfort.&nbsp;In support of this work, a fundraising gala is held each year. In 2023, the gala will be held at Rock Springs Ranch on the evening of April 1. For more information about the gala and Rainbow Meadows, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.rainbowmeadowsranch.com/">www.rainbowmeadowsranch.com</a>.&nbsp;The three Rs. In this case, the three Rs refer to Rescue, Rehabilitate, and Re-home, which are the goals of Rainbow Meadows Equine Rescue &amp; Retirement.&nbsp;We commend Karen and Dave Everhart and all those involved with this remarkable organization that is making a difference in the lives of horses and horse owners.&nbsp;They are doing Rescue Really Right.&nbsp;

Now That’s Rural: Karen Everhart, Rainbow Meadows 

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/2023/3/1679762678002.jpeg" alt="Elizabeth Marie Brannon, Outside warrant; Possession of stolen property; Value $1,500 to $25,000; Operate a motor vehicle without a valid license; Vehicles; Display plate not assigned; arrested 3/24" />
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 <figcaption>Antwaan Dwayne Williams, Kidnapping; Unknown circumstance; Aggravated domestic battery; choke in rude manner, family member/dating relationship; Assault; Interference with LEO; unknown circumstance, felony; Domestic battery; knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; arrested 3/25</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 March 25

The Junction City Police Department Community Involvement Unit is accepting applications for the Law Enforcement Summer Camp from June 5 to 9.

The camp is limited to 25 participants going into the seventh, eighth or ninth grade during the fall of 2023. The application deadline is May 4th. 

Forms can be given to the School Resource Officer at the Junction City Middle School, Junction City High School, Junction City Freshman Success Academy, mailed, emailed, or hand delivered to the Junction City Police Department, 210 E. Ninth. 

Click <a href="https://www.junctioncity-ks.gov/252/Law-Enforcement-Summer-Camp?fbclid=IwAR1rXXDK3SbawkyfvZlyRhaQ3TOgDkTM2BsWcc5LedsNKI-HJxh6mA_tiBA">HERE</a> to apply or for more information.

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 </figure>The Junction City Police Department Community Involvement Unit is accepting applications for the Law Enforcement Summer Camp from June 5 to 9.The camp is limited to 25 participants going into the seventh, eighth or ninth grade during the fall of 2023. The application deadline is May 4th. Forms can be given to the School Resource Officer at the Junction City Middle School, Junction City High School, Junction City Freshman Success Academy, mailed, emailed, or hand delivered to the Junction City Police Department, 210 E. Ninth. Click <a href="https://www.junctioncity-ks.gov/252/Law-Enforcement-Summer-Camp?fbclid=IwAR1rXXDK3SbawkyfvZlyRhaQ3TOgDkTM2BsWcc5LedsNKI-HJxh6mA_tiBA">HERE</a> to apply or for more information.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FJCPDKS%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0EvQKPBu3KM8MZN9P1kKRnTaQKpzg46vVqbZm6Ca1xW3FF6vn2mumnnYUWL2eHcpnl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="706" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Law enforcement summer camp offered by Junction City PD

Annual event aims to reduce wildfire risk in the state&nbsp;

K-State Research and Extension news service&nbsp;

MANHATTAN —&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kansasforests.org/">Kansas Forest Service</a>&nbsp;officials have announced that an annual project that aids in training new wildland firefighters and helps reduce the risk of wildland fires&nbsp;will be held April 3 to 7 in Scott City.&nbsp;

The Hazard Fuels Mitigation project will take place at the Scott Wildlife Area and Historic Lake Scott State Park. The exercise is held in partnership with the&nbsp;<a href="https://ksoutdoors.com/">Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks,</a>and Hutchinson Community College.&nbsp;

“This annual project is a great opportunity for the Kansas Forest Service and our partner agencies to work together to improve wildfire response and incident management skills, while at the same time doing work that will reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfires around Scott Lake​,” said Eric Ward, assistant fire manager with the Kansas Forest Service, and incident commander for this year’s project.&nbsp;

Officials said the project includes conducting prescribed burns; reducing undesirable vegetation; removing deceased trees from wooded areas; and establishing fire breaks in hazardous areas. Hutchinson Community College students in the fire science program will gain experience working alongside mentors in the wildland fire community.&nbsp;

Scott Wildlife Area will be closed during the project, for the safety of mitigation personnel and local hunters. For more information on the closure,&nbsp;<a href="https://ksoutdoors.com/">visit the website for the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks</a>.&nbsp;

Continuous updates throughout the mitigation project will be posted on the Kansas Forest Service Twitter Page, @KSforestservice, as well as Facebook and Instagram. Questions, comments or concerns should be directed to Kansas Forest Service public information officer Shawna Hartman,<a href="mailto:shartman@ksu.edu">shartman@ksu.edu</a>.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679415881415.png" alt="Courtesy K-State Research &amp; Extension" />
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 </figure><h2>Annual event aims to reduce wildfire risk in the state&nbsp;</h2>K-State Research and Extension news service&nbsp;MANHATTAN —&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kansasforests.org/">Kansas Forest Service</a>&nbsp;officials have announced that an annual project that aids in training new wildland firefighters and helps reduce the risk of wildland fires&nbsp;will be held April 3 to 7 in Scott City.&nbsp;The Hazard Fuels Mitigation project will take place at the Scott Wildlife Area and Historic Lake Scott State Park. The exercise is held in partnership with the&nbsp;<a href="https://ksoutdoors.com/">Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks,</a>and Hutchinson Community College.&nbsp;“This annual project is a great opportunity for the Kansas Forest Service and our partner agencies to work together to improve wildfire response and incident management skills, while at the same time doing work that will reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfires around Scott Lake​,” said Eric Ward, assistant fire manager with the Kansas Forest Service, and incident commander for this year’s project.&nbsp;Officials said the project includes conducting prescribed burns; reducing undesirable vegetation; removing deceased trees from wooded areas; and establishing fire breaks in hazardous areas. Hutchinson Community College students in the fire science program will gain experience working alongside mentors in the wildland fire community.&nbsp;Scott Wildlife Area will be closed during the project, for the safety of mitigation personnel and local hunters. For more information on the closure,&nbsp;<a href="https://ksoutdoors.com/">visit the website for the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks</a>.&nbsp;Continuous updates throughout the mitigation project will be posted on the Kansas Forest Service Twitter Page, @KSforestservice, as well as Facebook and Instagram. Questions, comments or concerns should be directed to Kansas Forest Service public information officer Shawna Hartman,<a href="mailto:shartman@ksu.edu">shartman@ksu.edu</a>.&nbsp;

Forest Service to lead fire mitigation project in western Kansas

The annual For the Love of Horses Gala will be 5 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, April 1, at Rock Springs Ranch.

The event is a celebration to benefit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rainbowmeadowsranch.com/">Rainbow Meadows Equine Rescue and Retirement Inc.</a>&nbsp;of Junction City. Rainbow Meadows has been providing safe refuge for abused, abandoned and neglected horses, donkeys and mules since 2005.

“Our For the Love of Horses…Benefit and Gala has always been our hallmark fundraising event, and we’ve really missed it over the past few years,” said Karen Everhart, executive director. “It’s such a special evening that brings together many of our supporters and reinforces the Rainbow Meadows mission and vision. We’re very excited to be bringing it back this year and look forward to seeing our long-term supporters as well as some new local faces.”

There will be friends, food, fun and a series of silent auctions. Tickets are $75 per person or $500 for a table of eight.

For more information or to purchase tickets, click&nbsp;<a href="https://rainbowmeadowsrescue.ticketleap.com/for-the-love-of-horses-gala/">HERE</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678245954134.png" alt="Rainbow Meadows Gala" />
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 </figure>The annual For the Love of Horses Gala will be 5 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, April 1, at Rock Springs Ranch.The event is a celebration to benefit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rainbowmeadowsranch.com/">Rainbow Meadows Equine Rescue and Retirement Inc.</a>&nbsp;of Junction City. Rainbow Meadows has been providing safe refuge for abused, abandoned and neglected horses, donkeys and mules since 2005.“Our For the Love of Horses…Benefit and Gala has always been our hallmark fundraising event, and we’ve really missed it over the past few years,” said Karen Everhart, executive director. “It’s such a special evening that brings together many of our supporters and reinforces the Rainbow Meadows mission and vision. We’re very excited to be bringing it back this year and look forward to seeing our long-term supporters as well as some new local faces.”There will be friends, food, fun and a series of silent auctions. Tickets are $75 per person or $500 for a table of eight.For more information or to purchase tickets, click&nbsp;<a href="https://rainbowmeadowsrescue.ticketleap.com/for-the-love-of-horses-gala/">HERE</a>.

'For the Love of Horses' gala registration extended

BUCHANAN COUNTY —Two people were injured in an accident just after 3:30p.m. Friday in Buchanan County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2008 Chevy Cobalt driven by Michael W. Ordonez, 26, Manhattan, Kan., was northbound on Interstate 29 just south of the I-229 exit in St. Joseph.

The driver failed to observe a 2011 Chevy Equinox driven by&nbsp; Stanley J. Drimmel, 70, Lancaster, Kansas, slow for an upcoming construction zone.

The Cobalt rear-ended the Equinox. The impact, pushed the Equinox into the rear of a 2018 Chevy Impala driven by David J. Mears, 94, St. Joseph.

Buchanan County EMS transported a passenger in the Cobalt Marisa E. Lord, 29, Manhattan, Kan. and a passenger in the Equinox&nbsp; Cynthia A. Drimmel, 68, Lancaster, Kan., to Mosaic Life Care.

The drivers were not injured. Lord was not wearing a seat belt, according to the MSHP.

BUCHANAN COUNTY —Two people were injured in an accident just after 3:30p.m. Friday in Buchanan County.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2008 Chevy Cobalt driven by Michael W. Ordonez, 26, Manhattan, Kan., was northbound on Interstate 29 just south of the I-229 exit in St. Joseph.The driver failed to observe a 2011 Chevy Equinox driven by&nbsp; Stanley J. Drimmel, 70, Lancaster, Kansas, slow for an upcoming construction zone.The Cobalt rear-ended the Equinox. The impact, pushed the Equinox into the rear of a 2018 Chevy Impala driven by David J. Mears, 94, St. Joseph.Buchanan County EMS transported a passenger in the Cobalt Marisa E. Lord, 29, Manhattan, Kan. and a passenger in the Equinox&nbsp; Cynthia A. Drimmel, 68, Lancaster, Kan., to Mosaic Life Care.The drivers were not injured. Lord was not wearing a seat belt, according to the MSHP.

Manhattan woman hospitalized after 3-vehicle crash

MANHATTAN - Kansas State University Foundation has announced the upcoming retirement of Lois Cox,&nbsp;CFA, CFP, senior vice president of investments and chief investment officer.

Cox has been with the KSU Foundation for 18 years and will retire on June 30,2023.

Cox graduated from Kansas State University's College of Business Administration in 1988.

Previously she has worked as a portfolio manager for Kansas Farm Bureau for 20 years before joining the Foundation in 2005 as the director of investments.

In 2013, Cox moved into the role of chief investment officer, or CIO.

"Our work has allowed us to meet our ultimate objective of intergenerational equity — creating sustainable and relevant value across generations in support of Kansas State University,"&nbsp;said Cox.&nbsp;"We're proud to have generated a 10-year annualized return of 9.25% and a 20-year annualized return of 7.9%."

KSU Foundation President and Chief Executive Officer, Greg Willems was impressed by Cox's integrity and her impact on the foundation's overall mission and success.

"Lois is one of my most admired professionals I've had the privilege of working with in my career. I've learned so much from her example and professional interaction with others," said Willems.&nbsp;"Lois has done a masterful job of maximizing our investment management strategy and returns and has expertly balanced the efforts of her staff with contributions from our board and asset management committee." "More importantly, Lois brought a mix of leadership, wisdom and professional acumen that helped elevate our organization's capability and mission — she's the kind of professional that cares deeply about her colleagues and organization and extends her impact well beyond her area of direct expertise and influence, and that's the true brilliance of her career and contributions." RSR Partners is conducting a national search to recruit Cox's replacement.

The full retirement announcement <a href="https://ksufoundation.org/impact/release/ksu-foundation-chief-investment-officer-lois-cox-announces-retirement/">can be found here</a>.

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679673137057.jpeg" alt="Lois Cox pic from KSU Foundation" />
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 </figure>MANHATTAN - Kansas State University Foundation has announced the upcoming retirement of Lois Cox,&nbsp;CFA, CFP, senior vice president of investments and chief investment officer.Cox has been with the KSU Foundation for 18 years and will retire on June 30,2023.Cox graduated from Kansas State University's College of Business Administration in 1988.Previously she has worked as a portfolio manager for Kansas Farm Bureau for 20 years before joining the Foundation in 2005 as the director of investments.In 2013, Cox moved into the role of chief investment officer, or CIO."Our work has allowed us to meet our ultimate objective of intergenerational equity — creating sustainable and relevant value across generations in support of Kansas State University,"&nbsp;said Cox.&nbsp;"We're proud to have generated a 10-year annualized return of 9.25% and a 20-year annualized return of 7.9%."KSU Foundation President and Chief Executive Officer, Greg Willems was impressed by Cox's integrity and her impact on the foundation's overall mission and success."Lois is one of my most admired professionals I've had the privilege of working with in my career. I've learned so much from her example and professional interaction with others," said Willems.&nbsp;"Lois has done a masterful job of maximizing our investment management strategy and returns and has expertly balanced the efforts of her staff with contributions from our board and asset management committee." "More importantly, Lois brought a mix of leadership, wisdom and professional acumen that helped elevate our organization's capability and mission — she's the kind of professional that cares deeply about her colleagues and organization and extends her impact well beyond her area of direct expertise and influence, and that's the true brilliance of her career and contributions." RSR Partners is conducting a national search to recruit Cox's replacement. The full retirement announcement <a href="https://ksufoundation.org/impact/release/ksu-foundation-chief-investment-officer-lois-cox-announces-retirement/">can be found here</a>.

KSU Foundation Chief Investment Officer to retire

Preliminary estimates reported by the Labor Market Information Services division of the Kansas Department of Labor and the Bureau of Labor Statistics show a&nbsp;<a href="https://klic.dol.ks.gov/admin/gsipub/htmlarea/Uploads/Press%20Release/LR%20Feb2023%20SA%20Rate%20Chart%20File.pdf">seasonally adjusted unemployment rate</a>&nbsp;of 2.9% in February. This is unchanged from 2.9% in January and an increase from 2.4% in February 2022.

In Geary County, the jobless rate rose a half a percentage point to 4.5 percent — the second highest in the state behind only Linn County in southeast Kansas. Riley County's unemployment rate remained relatively stable at 2.9 percent.

Click&nbsp;<a href="https://public.tableau.com/app/profile/kdol/viz/KansasLaborForceUnemploymentRatesbyCounty/KansasLaborForceUnemploymentRates">HERE</a>&nbsp;for the interactive map and more data.

Seasonally adjusted job estimates for Kansas indicate total nonfarm payroll employment decreased by 1,500 from January. Total nonfarm includes private sector and government employers.&nbsp;<a href="https://klic.dol.ks.gov/admin/gsipub/htmlarea/Uploads/Press%20Release/LR%20Feb2023%20SA%20PrivateEmpl%20Chart%20File.pdf">Private sector jobs</a>&nbsp;increased by 1,400 over the month, while government decreased by 2,900.

Since February 2022&nbsp;Kansas'&nbsp;<a href="https://klic.dol.ks.gov/admin/gsipub/htmlarea/Uploads/Press%20Release/LR%20Feb2023%20Seasonally%20Adj%20PR%20Packet.pdf">seasonally adjusted total nonfarm jobs</a>&nbsp;have increased by 41,300. This change is due to an increase of 38,000 private sector jobs and an increase of 3,300 government jobs.

The March 2023 Labor Report will be released April 21.

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 </figure>Preliminary estimates reported by the Labor Market Information Services division of the Kansas Department of Labor and the Bureau of Labor Statistics show a&nbsp;<a href="https://klic.dol.ks.gov/admin/gsipub/htmlarea/Uploads/Press%20Release/LR%20Feb2023%20SA%20Rate%20Chart%20File.pdf">seasonally adjusted unemployment rate</a>&nbsp;of 2.9% in February. This is unchanged from 2.9% in January and an increase from 2.4% in February 2022.In Geary County, the jobless rate rose a half a percentage point to 4.5 percent — the second highest in the state behind only Linn County in southeast Kansas. Riley County's unemployment rate remained relatively stable at 2.9 percent.Click&nbsp;<a href="https://public.tableau.com/app/profile/kdol/viz/KansasLaborForceUnemploymentRatesbyCounty/KansasLaborForceUnemploymentRates">HERE</a>&nbsp;for the interactive map and more data.Seasonally adjusted job estimates for Kansas indicate total nonfarm payroll employment decreased by 1,500 from January. Total nonfarm includes private sector and government employers.&nbsp;<a href="https://klic.dol.ks.gov/admin/gsipub/htmlarea/Uploads/Press%20Release/LR%20Feb2023%20SA%20PrivateEmpl%20Chart%20File.pdf">Private sector jobs</a>&nbsp;increased by 1,400 over the month, while government decreased by 2,900.Since February 2022&nbsp;Kansas'&nbsp;<a href="https://klic.dol.ks.gov/admin/gsipub/htmlarea/Uploads/Press%20Release/LR%20Feb2023%20Seasonally%20Adj%20PR%20Packet.pdf">seasonally adjusted total nonfarm jobs</a>&nbsp;have increased by 41,300. This change is due to an increase of 38,000 private sector jobs and an increase of 3,300 government jobs.The March 2023 Labor Report will be released April 21.

Geary Co.'s jobless rate second highest in the state; Riley Co. stable

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/2023/3/1679669288672.jpeg" alt="Tyler L Hoots, Possession of marijuana; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Improper tires; arrested 3/23" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679669619622.jpeg" alt="Ericka Breana Powell, Failure to appear x2; arrested 3/23" />
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679669772828.jpeg" alt="Michael Edward Smith, Operate a motor vehicle without a valid license; Interference with LEO; unknown circumstance; misdemeanor; arrested 3/23" />
 <figcaption>Michael Edward Smith, Operate a motor vehicle without a valid license; Interference with LEO; unknown circumstance; misdemeanor; arrested 3/23</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 March 24

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>.

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