Ashley Todd, Head of the Dorothy Bramlage Public Library Circulation Department (right) presented a check for $500 to Vanessa Gray, Director, Junction City Animal Shelter.  The library pledged $5 to the shelter for each for the first 100 new borrowers card issued during Library Card Sign-Up Month in September.  151 new cards were issued during the month

Ashley Todd, Head of the Dorothy Bramlage Public Library Circulation Department (right) presented a check for $500 to Vanessa Gray, Director, Junction City Animal Shelter. The library pledged $5 to the shelter for each for the first 100 new borrowers card issued during Library Card Sign-Up Month in September. 151 new cards were issued during the month

Animal Shelter receives check from the Library

Junction City Blue Jays Football vs Wichita South Titans Live Stream

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post

On a media release dated Friday, October 28, the Riley County Police Department states a Corrections Sergeant for the department had been issued a notice to appear in Manhattan Municipal Court.

Sergeant Justin Borge, 38, was issued a notice to appear for an incident which occurred on September 26, 2022 in the 300 block of Anderson Avenue in Manhattan while Borge was off-duty.

Borge is reportedly charged with disorderly conduct following a reported argument with another man at a business.

Kansas State University Police Department investigated the reported incident, an gave their findings to the&nbsp; City of Manhattan Chief Prosecutor Mellissa Rundus who issued the notice to appear to Borge on Thursday.

RCPD Interim Director, Kurt Moldrup says, "We expect our employees to treat everyone with decency and respect, both on and off-duty.&nbsp;I trust Chief Prosecutor Rundus to gather all the facts about the incident and her process to make a just decision.”

Any internal discipline will be based on the findings of an investigation from the RCPD Internal Affairs Office.

Any questions should be forwarded to Chief Prosecutor Mellissa Rundus’s office.

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostOn a media release dated Friday, October 28, the Riley County Police Department states a Corrections Sergeant for the department had been issued a notice to appear in Manhattan Municipal Court.Sergeant Justin Borge, 38, was issued a notice to appear for an incident which occurred on September 26, 2022 in the 300 block of Anderson Avenue in Manhattan while Borge was off-duty.Borge is reportedly charged with disorderly conduct following a reported argument with another man at a business.Kansas State University Police Department investigated the reported incident, an gave their findings to the&nbsp; City of Manhattan Chief Prosecutor Mellissa Rundus who issued the notice to appear to Borge on Thursday.RCPD Interim Director, Kurt Moldrup says, "We expect our employees to treat everyone with decency and respect, both on and off-duty.&nbsp;I trust Chief Prosecutor Rundus to gather all the facts about the incident and her process to make a just decision.”Any internal discipline will be based on the findings of an investigation from the RCPD Internal Affairs Office.Any questions should be forwarded to Chief Prosecutor Mellissa Rundus’s office.

RCPD: Corrections Sgt. to appear in Municipal Court for Disorderly Conduct

On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times host Gary Shorman speaks with Kansas Secretary of State Scott Schwab about the upcoming November 2022 election.

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🎤 Forward Ever: Kansas Secretary of State Scott Schwab

Trick or treating and a parade were the focal point for the All Treats Day celebration in Junction City.

First there was a parade led by the Junction City High School Marching Band.

Then kids accompanied by their parents, trick or treated on North Washington, with merchants providing candy.

There were also games and treats at the 12th Street Community Center.

Trick or treating and a parade were the focal point for the All Treats Day celebration in Junction City.First there was a parade led by the Junction City High School Marching Band.<figure>
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Community enjoys All Treats Day

JCFD responded to a gas line main that had been struck at intersection of S. Washington and E. Chestnut St. around 2 p.m. JCFD advised that a 6” gas line was struck, and that KS Gas was notified. 

Crews evacuated the areas of the 100 and 200 block of South Washington St. and the 100 block of East Chestnut St. Barricades will be placed on East and West 1st Street, from Jefferson to Franklin, and the East and West Chestnut St. from Jefferson to Franklin. The estimated time of repairs was put at 4 hours.

JCFD responded to a gas line main that had been struck at intersection of S. Washington and E. Chestnut St. around 2 p.m. JCFD advised that a 6” gas line was struck, and that KS Gas was notified. Crews evacuated the areas of the 100 and 200 block of South Washington St. and the 100 block of East Chestnut St. Barricades will be placed on East and West 1st Street, from Jefferson to Franklin, and the East and West Chestnut St. from Jefferson to Franklin. The estimated time of repairs was put at 4 hours.

Second gas line main hit within two days

TOPEKA&nbsp;–&nbsp;Governor Laura Kelly today announced that Radiation Detection Technologies Inc., a semiconductor device manufacturer, is expanding its operations around Manhattan. The company will create 30 new jobs over the next five years with a $4 million investment to construct a new facility and purchase new semiconductor processing equipment.

“Radiation Detection Technologies’ investment shows that Kansas businesses are not just keeping up with technological trends – they’re setting them,”&nbsp;Governor Laura Kelly said.&nbsp;“It’s clear that my administration’s laser-sharp focus on economic development is paying dividends and is ensuring our state’s economy remains modern and innovative in a rapidly changing world.”

RDT was founded in 2011 by the Kansas State University Semiconductor Materials and Radiological Technologies (SMART) Lab in Manhattan. RDT focuses on manufacturing state-of-the-art, high-quality semiconductor devices, semiconductor materials, radiation detectors, and electronic circuit technologies for use in multiple industries, including healthcare, defense, energy, and agriculture.

“With the support from the greater Manhattan area and the State of Kansas, we are happy and proud to be expanding semiconductor manufacturing in the state,”&nbsp;said RDT CEO Dr. Steven Bellinger.&nbsp;“This industry is growing around the world, and being able to conduct innovative R&amp;D for the DoD, DOE, NIH, and NASA is exciting. We are confident that with the great veterans, university graduates, and the hard-working, results-driven workforce in Kansas, we have the talent pool we need to grow in the state.”

RDT’s expansion is part of a growing manufacturing industry across the state. A pillar of the Kelly Administration’s strategic plan for economic development, the&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjEwMjcuNjU3ODAwMjEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5rYW5zYXNjb21tZXJjZS5nb3Yva2Fuc2FzLWZyYW1ld29yay1mb3ItZ3Jvd3RoLyJ9.E_HQeQ1_MPh3tCIDvU1MiMfIuxEr3wX0AxrRc21IArI/s/1303183450/br/146870074877-l">Kansas Framework for Growth</a>, is advanced manufacturing.

“Kansas is on the cutting edge of research across a wide range of industries, and this fuels the new businesses and jobs of the future,”&nbsp;Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said.&nbsp;“Our state’s innovation ecosystem and strong talent pipelines will continue to spark new business investment and create new jobs for Kansans.”

RDT has recently experienced significant growth in semiconductor device sales and anticipates continued growth in the near future. To meet the increase in demand for new and better semiconductors, RDT is investing in better production capabilities, more square footage, more employees, and additional equipment to manufacture semiconductor devices ranging from radiation detection to electric vehicle semiconductor power chips.

“The Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce is very excited to support the expansion of Radiation Detection Technologies,”&nbsp;said Jason Smith, President and CEO of the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce.&nbsp;“We appreciate the investment this innovative entrepreneurial company, which started at Kansas State University, is making in our region. RDT has gone from one employee to 22 and has supported Manhattan, K-State, and the state of Kansas since its founding in 2011. We look forward to partnering with RDT to expand semiconductor production capacity in the Greater Manhattan area. This growth will add a desired skillset and result in creating quality jobs, continued collaboration with Kansas State University, and enhanced economic prosperity for our region.”

RDT will continue to utilize a state-of-the-art dry room, which RDT donated to K-State to manufacture radiation detectors for a new type of soil-moisture monitoring technology with applications in agriculture and weather prediction.

“On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Pottawatomie County Economic Development Corporation, I wish to congratulate Radiation Detection Technologies for their expansion and investment in our county as well as the creation of new jobs in the greater Manhattan area,”&nbsp;said Jack Allston, Executive Director of the Pottawatomie County Economic Development Corporation.&nbsp;“We also express our gratitude to Steve Bellinger, his team, and his family, who have a long history of development and commitment in western Pottawatomie County.”

RDT is dedicated to working with private- and public-sector customers and plans to participate in the new CHIPS and Science Act of 2022 to strengthen and grow Kansas’ semiconductor R&amp;D and manufacturing industry.

Office of the GovernorTOPEKA&nbsp;–&nbsp;Governor Laura Kelly today announced that Radiation Detection Technologies Inc., a semiconductor device manufacturer, is expanding its operations around Manhattan. The company will create 30 new jobs over the next five years with a $4 million investment to construct a new facility and purchase new semiconductor processing equipment.“Radiation Detection Technologies’ investment shows that Kansas businesses are not just keeping up with technological trends – they’re setting them,”&nbsp;Governor Laura Kelly said.&nbsp;“It’s clear that my administration’s laser-sharp focus on economic development is paying dividends and is ensuring our state’s economy remains modern and innovative in a rapidly changing world.”RDT was founded in 2011 by the Kansas State University Semiconductor Materials and Radiological Technologies (SMART) Lab in Manhattan. RDT focuses on manufacturing state-of-the-art, high-quality semiconductor devices, semiconductor materials, radiation detectors, and electronic circuit technologies for use in multiple industries, including healthcare, defense, energy, and agriculture.“With the support from the greater Manhattan area and the State of Kansas, we are happy and proud to be expanding semiconductor manufacturing in the state,”&nbsp;said RDT CEO Dr. Steven Bellinger.&nbsp;“This industry is growing around the world, and being able to conduct innovative R&amp;D for the DoD, DOE, NIH, and NASA is exciting. We are confident that with the great veterans, university graduates, and the hard-working, results-driven workforce in Kansas, we have the talent pool we need to grow in the state.”RDT’s expansion is part of a growing manufacturing industry across the state. A pillar of the Kelly Administration’s strategic plan for economic development, the&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjEwMjcuNjU3ODAwMjEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5rYW5zYXNjb21tZXJjZS5nb3Yva2Fuc2FzLWZyYW1ld29yay1mb3ItZ3Jvd3RoLyJ9.E_HQeQ1_MPh3tCIDvU1MiMfIuxEr3wX0AxrRc21IArI/s/1303183450/br/146870074877-l">Kansas Framework for Growth</a>, is advanced manufacturing.“Kansas is on the cutting edge of research across a wide range of industries, and this fuels the new businesses and jobs of the future,”&nbsp;Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said.&nbsp;“Our state’s innovation ecosystem and strong talent pipelines will continue to spark new business investment and create new jobs for Kansans.”RDT has recently experienced significant growth in semiconductor device sales and anticipates continued growth in the near future. To meet the increase in demand for new and better semiconductors, RDT is investing in better production capabilities, more square footage, more employees, and additional equipment to manufacture semiconductor devices ranging from radiation detection to electric vehicle semiconductor power chips.“The Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce is very excited to support the expansion of Radiation Detection Technologies,”&nbsp;said Jason Smith, President and CEO of the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce.&nbsp;“We appreciate the investment this innovative entrepreneurial company, which started at Kansas State University, is making in our region. RDT has gone from one employee to 22 and has supported Manhattan, K-State, and the state of Kansas since its founding in 2011. We look forward to partnering with RDT to expand semiconductor production capacity in the Greater Manhattan area. This growth will add a desired skillset and result in creating quality jobs, continued collaboration with Kansas State University, and enhanced economic prosperity for our region.”RDT will continue to utilize a state-of-the-art dry room, which RDT donated to K-State to manufacture radiation detectors for a new type of soil-moisture monitoring technology with applications in agriculture and weather prediction.“On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Pottawatomie County Economic Development Corporation, I wish to congratulate Radiation Detection Technologies for their expansion and investment in our county as well as the creation of new jobs in the greater Manhattan area,”&nbsp;said Jack Allston, Executive Director of the Pottawatomie County Economic Development Corporation.&nbsp;“We also express our gratitude to Steve Bellinger, his team, and his family, who have a long history of development and commitment in western Pottawatomie County.”RDT is dedicated to working with private- and public-sector customers and plans to participate in the new CHIPS and Science Act of 2022 to strengthen and grow Kansas’ semiconductor R&amp;D and manufacturing industry.

Semiconductor company announces $4M investment in MHK

During the early morning hours Thursday Geary County Sheriff's Office vehicles were the target of vandalism when tires were slashed on 11 patrol units while parked in the lot at 9th and Franklin streets.

According to the Sheriff's Department, after viewing security video, Justin Neinhaus, 36, of Grandview Plaza, was arrested by Sheriff's deputies in conjunction with Junction City Police Department and Grandview Plaza Police Department officers on requested charges including 10 counts of felony criminal damage to property, two misdemeanor counts of criminal damage to property and two counts of felony interference with a law enforcement officer. Damage to the Sheriff's vehicles is estimated to be approximately $12,000.

Junction City and Grandview Plaza police departments' vehicles were also damaged. In Grandview Plaza all four tires on each of three patrol cars were slashed. Each department has its own case against the suspect.

During the early morning hours Thursday Geary County Sheriff's Office vehicles were the target of vandalism when tires were slashed on 11 patrol units while parked in the lot at 9th and Franklin streets.<figure>
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 </figure>According to the Sheriff's Department, after viewing security video, Justin Neinhaus, 36, of Grandview Plaza, was arrested by Sheriff's deputies in conjunction with Junction City Police Department and Grandview Plaza Police Department officers on requested charges including 10 counts of felony criminal damage to property, two misdemeanor counts of criminal damage to property and two counts of felony interference with a law enforcement officer. Damage to the Sheriff's vehicles is estimated to be approximately $12,000.Junction City and Grandview Plaza police departments' vehicles were also damaged. In Grandview Plaza all four tires on each of three patrol cars were slashed. Each department has its own case against the suspect.

Law enforcement vehicles are targets of vandalism

RILEY COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just after 4:30a.m. Thursday in Riley County.

A 2018 Hino box truck driven by Damion White, 36, of Lee Summit, Missouri, was westbound on Interstate 70 at Deep Creek Road, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.&nbsp;

 The truck overturned. White was transported to Via Christi for possible bruising to the ribs, spine, and kidney.

RILEY COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just after 4:30a.m. Thursday in Riley County.A 2018 Hino box truck driven by Damion White, 36, of Lee Summit, Missouri, was westbound on Interstate 70 at Deep Creek Road, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.&nbsp; The truck overturned. White was transported to Via Christi for possible bruising to the ribs, spine, and kidney.

Driver hospitalized in Manhattan after truck overturns on I-70

RILEY COUNTY—Two people were injured in an accident just after 4p.m. Wednesday in Manhattan.

A 2006 Toyota Tundra driven by Benjamin Lemmons, 40, Manhattan was eastbound on Bluemont Avenue and turned onto Tuttle Creek Blvd. and rear-ended a 2018 Ford Fusion driven by Daniel Tyson, 47, Manhattan,&nbsp;that was stopped with traffic, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

EMS transported two passengers in the Ford identified as Traci Tyson, 42, and Taylor Hatch, 17, both of Manhattan to Via Christi for treatment of head pain. Lemmons was issued a citation for following too close.

RILEY COUNTY—Two people were injured in an accident just after 4p.m. Wednesday in Manhattan.A 2006 Toyota Tundra driven by Benjamin Lemmons, 40, Manhattan was eastbound on Bluemont Avenue and turned onto Tuttle Creek Blvd. and rear-ended a 2018 Ford Fusion driven by Daniel Tyson, 47, Manhattan,&nbsp;that was stopped with traffic, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.EMS transported two passengers in the Ford identified as Traci Tyson, 42, and Taylor Hatch, 17, both of Manhattan to Via Christi for treatment of head pain. Lemmons was issued a citation for following too close.

Two from Manhattan hospitalized after rear-end crash

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on an active warrant for violation of a bond for aggravated kidnapping, aggravated intimidation of a witness/victim, domestic battery and criminal damage to property. On Wednesday, the Riley County Police Department asked fore help to locate 26-year-old Kurtis Rich of Manhattan.

On Thursday morning, the RCPD reported officers arrested Rich in the 100 block of Courthouse Plaza in Manhattan for his warrant.

He is being held in Riley County Jail with no bond, according to the RCPD.

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 </figure>RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on an active warrant for violation of a bond for aggravated kidnapping, aggravated intimidation of a witness/victim, domestic battery and criminal damage to property. On Wednesday, the Riley County Police Department asked fore help to locate 26-year-old Kurtis Rich of Manhattan.On Thursday morning, the RCPD reported officers arrested Rich in the 100 block of Courthouse Plaza in Manhattan for his warrant.He is being held in Riley County Jail with no bond, according to the RCPD.

RCPD arrests suspect accused of aggravated kidnapping 

Junction City Fire Department has confirmed that the break in the 4-inch natural gas line main has been fixed.

At approximately 4:36 p.m. a 4-inch natural gas line main was broken at 16th and North Madison. At 7:30 p.m. the Junction City Police Department, Junction City Fire Department, Junction City Public Works, and Kansas Gas Service are on scene. Kansas Gas Service Crews estimate the repairs will take at a minimum 4 hours to complete. All residents within a half block radius from the leak have been evacuated and no one is allowed within 1 block of the leak until the line is restored. Public Work Crews have blocked off the roads surrounding the leak at the following locations:

Crews are asking that members of the public avoid the area until the line is repaired.&nbsp;

JCFD responded to Gas line main that had been struck at 16th and Madison St. around 3:36 p.m. Thursday.&nbsp; Dispatch advised that a 4-inch gas line was struck and that Kansas Gas was already on scene.

There was evacuation of the 1600 block of N. Madison, part of 1500 block of N. Madison, and 400 Block of W. 16th St. Current roads are barricaded at 15th and Madison, 17th and Madison along with 16th and Adams St. The Fire Department said stay clear of the scene. The estimated time of repairs will be 3 hours.

UPDATE:Junction City Fire Department has confirmed that the break in the 4-inch natural gas line main has been fixed.----At approximately 4:36 p.m. a 4-inch natural gas line main was broken at 16th and North Madison. At 7:30 p.m. the Junction City Police Department, Junction City Fire Department, Junction City Public Works, and Kansas Gas Service are on scene. Kansas Gas Service Crews estimate the repairs will take at a minimum 4 hours to complete. All residents within a half block radius from the leak have been evacuated and no one is allowed within 1 block of the leak until the line is restored. Public Work Crews have blocked off the roads surrounding the leak at the following locations:• W. 16th St. and Pierce St.• W. 16th St. and Patton Ave.• N. Madison St. and W. 15th St.• N. Madison St. and W. 17th StCrews are asking that members of the public avoid the area until the line is repaired.&nbsp;---JCFD responded to Gas line main that had been struck at 16th and Madison St. around 3:36 p.m. Thursday.&nbsp; Dispatch advised that a 4-inch gas line was struck and that Kansas Gas was already on scene.There was evacuation of the 1600 block of N. Madison, part of 1500 block of N. Madison, and 400 Block of W. 16th St. Current roads are barricaded at 15th and Madison, 17th and Madison along with 16th and Adams St. The Fire Department said stay clear of the scene. The estimated time of repairs will be 3 hours.There were not any injuries reported.

Authorities respond to natural gas line break

Games, a parade and trick or treating are all part of the annual All Treats Day in Junction City. The parade led by the Junction City High School Marching Band begins at 5:30 p.m. and follows a route from 10th to 6th Street on Washington. Participants in the parade can include children of all ages and their parents in costume. After the parade kids can trick or treat at businesses set up along the parade route. Participants in the parade can meet on Washington between 10th and 9th Streets at 5:15 p.m.

Flint Hills Church will provide balloon animals at 9th &amp; Washington.

There will also be games and treats from 6-7:30 p.m. at the 12th Street Community Center.

All Treats Day is sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce, JC Main Street and the JC Parks &amp; Recreation Department.

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 </figure>Games, a parade and trick or treating are all part of the annual All Treats Day in Junction City. The parade led by the Junction City High School Marching Band begins at 5:30 p.m. and follows a route from 10th to 6th Street on Washington. Participants in the parade can include children of all ages and their parents in costume. After the parade kids can trick or treat at businesses set up along the parade route. Participants in the parade can meet on Washington between 10th and 9th Streets at 5:15 p.m.Flint Hills Church will provide balloon animals at 9th &amp; Washington.There will also be games and treats from 6-7:30 p.m. at the 12th Street Community Center.All Treats Day is sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce, JC Main Street and the JC Parks &amp; Recreation Department.

All Treats Day is set for Thursday

GEARY COUNTY —A man died in an accident just before 7a.m. Wednesday in Geary County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2009 Peterbilt started rolling forward in the 3200 Block of South U.S. 77 in Junction City.

The driver identified as 71-year-old Major Willie Washington of Kansas City, Missouri, was outside the vehicle. As he attempted to reenter the vehicle, he became pinned between the power unit and another semi trailer.&nbsp;

Washington was pronounced dead at the scene and was transported to Johnson Funeral Home.

GEARY COUNTY —A man died in an accident just before 7a.m. Wednesday in Geary County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2009 Peterbilt started rolling forward in the 3200 Block of South U.S. 77 in Junction City.The driver identified as 71-year-old Major Willie Washington of Kansas City, Missouri, was outside the vehicle. As he attempted to reenter the vehicle, he became pinned between the power unit and another semi trailer.&nbsp;Washington was pronounced dead at the scene and was transported to Johnson Funeral Home.

Driver dies after pinned between power unit, another semi

Tami Robison, Geary County Financial Officer, was the guest speaker at the October 26 meeting of the JC Breakfast Optimist Club. Tami told the Optimists that she had worked as a public tax account for 12 years before working as a private accountant and later responsible for Manhattan’s budget and accounting department. “I have always loved working with numbers and like to help people” she said.

Mrs. Robison is the first Financial Officer in Geary County. On March 21 she learned about the situation with the Geary County Hospital and efforts to keep it open. Since then, she has worked with others to help make a smooth transition with Stormont-Vail.

Tami has been working with all of the Geary County Departments and refined policies and procedures; developed a five year Capital Improvement Plan; created revenue reports for Commissioners to know what money has been spent and is currently available for projects; improved transparency for the public to view documents being used at Commission meetings; created more efficiency in reporting and is working to update the software being used for financial reporting and make it easier to track information.

“More unity, understanding and communication between departments” is important to a team approach to get the (important) work done in the county. We must go beyond our doors and unite”, she said.

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 </figure>By Dr. Ferrell MillerTami Robison, Geary County Financial Officer, was the guest speaker at the October 26 meeting of the JC Breakfast Optimist Club. Tami told the Optimists that she had worked as a public tax account for 12 years before working as a private accountant and later responsible for Manhattan’s budget and accounting department. “I have always loved working with numbers and like to help people” she said.Mrs. Robison is the first Financial Officer in Geary County. On March 21 she learned about the situation with the Geary County Hospital and efforts to keep it open. Since then, she has worked with others to help make a smooth transition with Stormont-Vail.Tami has been working with all of the Geary County Departments and refined policies and procedures; developed a five year Capital Improvement Plan; created revenue reports for Commissioners to know what money has been spent and is currently available for projects; improved transparency for the public to view documents being used at Commission meetings; created more efficiency in reporting and is working to update the software being used for financial reporting and make it easier to track information.“More unity, understanding and communication between departments” is important to a team approach to get the (important) work done in the county. We must go beyond our doors and unite”, she said.

Geary County Financial Officer serves as guest speaker for the Optimists

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating damage to a convenience store.

Just before 12:30a.m. Wednesday, officers filed a report for criminal damage to property in the 400 block of Riley Avenue in Ogden, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

&nbsp;Shop Quik reported an unknown suspect broke a store window and damaged a door with a baseball bat.

The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $1,750.&nbsp;Anyone with information can contact RCPD or the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=353#">Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers</a>. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating damage to a convenience store.Just before 12:30a.m. Wednesday, officers filed a report for criminal damage to property in the 400 block of Riley Avenue in Ogden, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.&nbsp;Shop Quik reported an unknown suspect broke a store window and damaged a door with a baseball bat. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $1,750.&nbsp;Anyone with information can contact RCPD or the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=353#">Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers</a>. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

RCPD: Suspect used baseball bat to damage convenience store

The JC Breakfast Optimist Club’s Student of the Month is Madilyn Waugh, a sophomore at Junction City High School who is in the Fine Arts and Human Services Academy.&nbsp; She is active in the Art Club, JROTC and, &nbsp;Music and Drama Departments at her school. Some of Madilyn’s teachers stated “Madilyn is friendly to all students, is a positive role model and respects differences in cultures and opinions.&nbsp; She is a wonderful leader and peer model, who leads by example.” Madilyn received a $25.00 gift certificate from JC’s BBQ &amp; Grill, a movie pass to B&amp;B Theater and a certificate from the Optimist Club.

The JC Breakfast Optimist Club’s Student of the Month is Madilyn Waugh, a sophomore at Junction City High School who is in the Fine Arts and Human Services Academy.&nbsp; She is active in the Art Club, JROTC and, &nbsp;Music and Drama Departments at her school. Some of Madilyn’s teachers stated “Madilyn is friendly to all students, is a positive role model and respects differences in cultures and opinions.&nbsp; She is a wonderful leader and peer model, who leads by example.” Madilyn received a $25.00 gift certificate from JC’s BBQ &amp; Grill, a movie pass to B&amp;B Theater and a certificate from the Optimist Club.<figure>
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JCHS sophomore is honored as Student of the Month

Sale of&nbsp; the Home Medical Equipment and business on Ash Street across from Geary Community Hospital are contingent on three issues.

--And the Blue Cross Blue Shield provider license.

"The Tricare and Blue Cross Blue Shield usually will fall in suit once they have received their Medicare license. So it's just an issue of timing at this point, " said Margaret Grismer, Interim Hospital Administrator.

Home Medical Equipment will be sold to B and K Prescription Shop at the same location.

Sale of&nbsp; the Home Medical Equipment and business on Ash Street across from Geary Community Hospital are contingent on three issues.--HME getting their Medicare license--Their Tricare provider license--And the Blue Cross Blue Shield provider license."The Tricare and Blue Cross Blue Shield usually will fall in suit once they have received their Medicare license. So it's just an issue of timing at this point, " said Margaret Grismer, Interim Hospital Administrator.Home Medical Equipment will be sold to B and K Prescription Shop at the same location.

Temporary delay confirmed on sale of Home Medical Equipment

UPDATE: The Clay Center Police Department reported that Bobby Bulk, 84, of Clay Center, was located by law enforcement Tuesday night in Norton, Kansas. Bulk was being assessed and will soon be reunited with his family.

CLAY COUNTY – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) issued a statewide Silver Alert Tuesday afternoon for a missing Clay Center man.

The whereabouts of 84-year-old Bobby Bulk are unknown, and the public’s assistance is requested to help locate him.

Bulk is believed to have left his home in Clay Center around 5:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 25. He was traveling in a 1998 purple Dodge Dakota with Kansas tag 434AXK. The paint on the hood of the pickup truck is faded.

Bulk is a white male, around 5 ft. 7 in. tall, weighing 190 pounds. He has gray hair, a gray beard, and brown eyes. He is possibly wearing blue jeans, a blue coat, and a baseball cap. Bulk has recently experienced memory impairment, and his family is concerned for his safety.

If you see Bobby Bulk, or his vehicle, please immediately contact 911, or the Clay Center Police Department at (785) 632-2121.

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 </figure>UPDATE: The Clay Center Police Department reported that Bobby Bulk, 84, of Clay Center, was located by law enforcement Tuesday night in Norton, Kansas. Bulk was being assessed and will soon be reunited with his family.----------CLAY COUNTY – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) issued a statewide Silver Alert Tuesday afternoon for a missing Clay Center man.The whereabouts of 84-year-old Bobby Bulk are unknown, and the public’s assistance is requested to help locate him.Bulk is believed to have left his home in Clay Center around 5:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 25. He was traveling in a 1998 purple Dodge Dakota with Kansas tag 434AXK. The paint on the hood of the pickup truck is faded.Bulk is a white male, around 5 ft. 7 in. tall, weighing 190 pounds. He has gray hair, a gray beard, and brown eyes. He is possibly wearing blue jeans, a blue coat, and a baseball cap. Bulk has recently experienced memory impairment, and his family is concerned for his safety.If you see Bobby Bulk, or his vehicle, please immediately contact 911, or the Clay Center Police Department at (785) 632-2121.

KBI: Silver Alert canceled, missing Clay Center man found safe

Voiture 1029, Junction City, will host a Veterans Day Dinner on Friday, Nov. 11 from 5-8 p.m.at the American Legion Post 45 home. This will be free for veterans with donations accepted for others.

The menu will include pulled pork, baked beans, cole slaw, potato salad and dessert.

Voiture 1029, Junction City, will host a Veterans Day Dinner on Friday, Nov. 11 from 5-8 p.m.at the American Legion Post 45 home. This will be free for veterans with donations accepted for others.The menu will include pulled pork, baked beans, cole slaw, potato salad and dessert.

Veterans Day Dinner is planned

Geary Community Hospital Trustees have elected officers for the next two months until GCH comes under the auspices of Stormont Vail Health. Leon Osburn will serve as chair and Monica Junghans as vice chair.&nbsp;

Geary Community Hospital Trustees have elected officers for the next two months until GCH comes under the auspices of Stormont Vail Health. Leon Osburn will serve as chair and Monica Junghans as vice chair.&nbsp;The Board met Tuesday at GCH.

Hospital Board elects officers

Applications are available at the Junction City Police Department for the Citizens Police Academy. The sessions will run on Thursdays, 6-9 p.m., Jan.19 - April 20.

Enrollment is limited to 20 participants. A background check will be performed prior to the acceptance.&nbsp;

Applications are available at the Junction City Police Department for the Citizens Police Academy. The sessions will run on Thursdays, 6-9 p.m., Jan.19 - April 20.Enrollment is limited to 20 participants. A background check will be performed prior to the acceptance.&nbsp;

Citizens Police Academy applications are available

Blakeslee notes rise in&nbsp;E. coli&nbsp;outbreaks related to bagged salads&nbsp;

By Maddy Rohr, K-State Research and Extension news service&nbsp;

MANHATTAN, Kan. —&nbsp;Salads make a nutritious meal or an easy addition of green color into the daily diet and can be found at almost any restaurant or grocery store.&nbsp;

But Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee said consumers also know packaged lettuce for&nbsp;E. coli&nbsp;outbreaks and a cause of foodborne illness.&nbsp;

“Between 1998 and 2019, 36 outbreaks have occurred linked to mostly romaine lettuce,” said, Blakeslee, who is also coordinator of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rrc.k-state.edu/" target="_blank">K-State’s Rapid Response Center for food science</a>.&nbsp;

According to a recent USDA study, E. Coli was more likely to be found on lettuce harvested in the fall than on lettuce harvested in the late spring. Overall bacterial contamination, E. Coli survival rate, and lettuce deterioration varied by season.&nbsp;

Although romaine lettuce is more commonly linked to&nbsp;E. coli&nbsp;outbreaks, it hasn’t impacted domestic consumption.&nbsp;

She said darker greens have more nutritional benefits, while leafy greens are overall a great low-calorie food with fiber, folate and vitamins.&nbsp;

“Because most leafy greens are grown near the ground, it is important to rinse fresh produce under running water before consumption,” Blakeslee said. “It is best to rinse leafy greens just before use and rub leaves with your fingers to remove visible contamination.”&nbsp;

Blakeslee notes rise in&nbsp;E. coli&nbsp;outbreaks related to bagged salads&nbsp;By Maddy Rohr, K-State Research and Extension news service&nbsp;MANHATTAN, Kan. —&nbsp;Salads make a nutritious meal or an easy addition of green color into the daily diet and can be found at almost any restaurant or grocery store.&nbsp;But Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee said consumers also know packaged lettuce for&nbsp;E. coli&nbsp;outbreaks and a cause of foodborne illness.&nbsp;“Between 1998 and 2019, 36 outbreaks have occurred linked to mostly romaine lettuce,” said, Blakeslee, who is also coordinator of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rrc.k-state.edu/" target="_blank">K-State’s Rapid Response Center for food science</a>.&nbsp;According to a recent USDA study, E. Coli was more likely to be found on lettuce harvested in the fall than on lettuce harvested in the late spring. Overall bacterial contamination, E. Coli survival rate, and lettuce deterioration varied by season.&nbsp;Blakeslee encourages consumers to:&nbsp;<ul>
 <li>Always look at the package expiration date.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Keep packages away from raw meats to prevent cross-contamination.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Check packages for any damage or produce that doesn’t look fresh.</li><li>Store salad greens in the refrigerator in the crisper drawer.&nbsp;</li>
 </ul>Although romaine lettuce is more commonly linked to&nbsp;E. coli&nbsp;outbreaks, it hasn’t impacted domestic consumption.&nbsp;She said darker greens have more nutritional benefits, while leafy greens are overall a great low-calorie food with fiber, folate and vitamins.&nbsp;“Because most leafy greens are grown near the ground, it is important to rinse fresh produce under running water before consumption,” Blakeslee said. “It is best to rinse leafy greens just before use and rub leaves with your fingers to remove visible contamination.”&nbsp;

Salad Safety: K-State food scientist shares tips on caring for packaged greens 

&nbsp;MANHATTAN — Rana Johnson, a highly experienced higher education diversity leader and champion, will become Kansas State University's first vice president for diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, effective Dec. 1. K-State President Richard Linton made Johnson's appointment following a national search. Johnson currently serves as associate vice president for inclusive excellence and strategic initiatives at Indiana State University in Terre Haute, Indiana. "I am very proud of the great work of our university related to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging," Linton said. "Kansas State University has come a long way, and with the hiring of Dr. Rana Johnson we have the opportunity to take this effort to the next level. I have full confidence that Dr. Johnson is the right person at the right time for K-State." In her new role, Johnson will be K-State's senior executive responsible for guiding practices and creating opportunities to define, assess and promote inclusive excellence across all aspects of university life. She will provide strategic vision and leadership to effectively integrate diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging into the work and culture of the university, working closely with university leadership, diversity point people and the university community to shape and implement investments, plans, and strategies aligned with institutional goals and creating a welcoming environment for all. She also will develop, oversee and manage K-State's new Division of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, including administrative oversight of the Office of Institutional Equity.

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 </figure> &nbsp;MANHATTAN — Rana Johnson, a highly experienced higher education diversity leader and champion, will become Kansas State University's first vice president for diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, effective Dec. 1. K-State President Richard Linton made Johnson's appointment following a national search. Johnson currently serves as associate vice president for inclusive excellence and strategic initiatives at Indiana State University in Terre Haute, Indiana. "I am very proud of the great work of our university related to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging," Linton said. "Kansas State University has come a long way, and with the hiring of Dr. Rana Johnson we have the opportunity to take this effort to the next level. I have full confidence that Dr. Johnson is the right person at the right time for K-State." In her new role, Johnson will be K-State's senior executive responsible for guiding practices and creating opportunities to define, assess and promote inclusive excellence across all aspects of university life. She will provide strategic vision and leadership to effectively integrate diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging into the work and culture of the university, working closely with university leadership, diversity point people and the university community to shape and implement investments, plans, and strategies aligned with institutional goals and creating a welcoming environment for all. She also will develop, oversee and manage K-State's new Division of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, including administrative oversight of the Office of Institutional Equity.

K-State names inaugural vice president for diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging

Geary County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a single vehicle injury accident involving a deer. Marissa Hulsey, S. Peters, MO, was westbound on the interstate at mile marker 310 in a 2020 Volkswagen Jetta when a deer entered the roadway and her vehicle struck the deer head on.

Emergency services responded and checked the driver, an adult passenger and a juvenile for minor injuries.&nbsp;

Geary County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a single vehicle injury accident involving a deer. Marissa Hulsey, S. Peters, MO, was westbound on the interstate at mile marker 310 in a 2020 Volkswagen Jetta when a deer entered the roadway and her vehicle struck the deer head on.Emergency services responded and checked the driver, an adult passenger and a juvenile for minor injuries.&nbsp;

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