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Rebecca Nordyke, Geary County Clerk, has announced the following hours for in person advance voting:

Friday, October 21, 2022 9:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m.

Monday, October 24, 2022 9:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, October 25, 2022 9:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, October 26 ,2022 9:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m.

Thursday, October 27, 2022 9:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m.

Friday, October 28, 2022 9:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m.

Saturday, October 29, 2022 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Monday, October 31, 2022 9:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m.

Tuesday, November 1, 2022 9:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, November 2, 2022 9:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m.

Thursday, November 3, 2022 9:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m.

Friday, November 4, 2022 9:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m.

Saturday, November 5, 2022 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Monday, November 7, 2022 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Please be sure to bring your photo ID with you. The office is located at 200 E 8th Street, Junction City. 

Rebecca Nordyke, Geary County Clerk, has announced the following hours for in person advance voting:Friday, October 21, 2022 9:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m.Monday, October 24, 2022 9:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m.Tuesday, October 25, 2022 9:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m.Wednesday, October 26 ,2022 9:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m.Thursday, October 27, 2022 9:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m.Friday, October 28, 2022 9:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m.Saturday, October 29, 2022 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Monday, October 31, 2022 9:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m.Tuesday, November 1, 2022 9:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m.Wednesday, November 2, 2022 9:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m.Thursday, November 3, 2022 9:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m.Friday, November 4, 2022 9:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m.Saturday, November 5, 2022 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Monday, November 7, 2022 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Please be sure to bring your photo ID with you. The office is located at 200 E 8th Street, Junction City.

Advance voting hours are set

On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times host Gary Shorman speaks with American Cancer Society chief patient officer Arif Kamal.

On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times host Gary Shorman speaks with American Cancer Society chief patient officer Arif Kamal. <div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/IeNjfIjMO0M" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>

🎤 Forward Ever: American Cancer Society chief patient officer Arif Kamal

MANHATTAN, KAN. –&nbsp;Following a month-long investigation, police arrested Michael Steere, 26, of Manhattan on Thursday for past sex crimes involving a juvenile female victim known to him, according to a media release from the Riley County Police Department.

Steere is&nbsp; being held on requested charges that include three counts each of rape and aggravated indecent liberties with a child connected to incidents occurring between August 2017 and September 2022.

MANHATTAN, KAN. –&nbsp;Following a month-long investigation, police arrested Michael Steere, 26, of Manhattan on Thursday for past sex crimes involving a juvenile female victim known to him, according to a media release from the Riley County Police Department.Steere is&nbsp; being held on requested charges that include three counts each of rape and aggravated indecent liberties with a child connected to incidents occurring between August 2017 and September 2022.Police released no additional details.

RCPD: Manhattan man accused of child sex crimes

TOPEKA—The&nbsp;<a href="https://kansascourts.org/l/CNv0xa2mo2dzFrlj7ZD2hgZsAS_GDlWQ5d62h4wocEY" target="_blank">8th Judicial District Nominating Commission</a>&nbsp;will convene at 9 a.m. Friday, November 18, to interview nominees for a district magistrate judge vacancy.&nbsp; &nbsp; The vacancy will be created when Judge Margaret White retires January 1, 2023. &nbsp; &nbsp; The 8th Judicial District is composed of Dickinson, Geary, Marion, and Morris counties. &nbsp; Public access&nbsp; &nbsp; Interviews are open to the public. They will take place at the Morris County Courthouse,&nbsp; 501 E Main St, Council Grove. &nbsp; The interview schedule will be announced once it’s finalized. &nbsp; &nbsp; The nominees are:&nbsp;

TOPEKA—The&nbsp;<a href="https://kansascourts.org/l/CNv0xa2mo2dzFrlj7ZD2hgZsAS_GDlWQ5d62h4wocEY" target="_blank">8th Judicial District Nominating Commission</a>&nbsp;will convene at 9 a.m. Friday, November 18, to interview nominees for a district magistrate judge vacancy.&nbsp; &nbsp; The vacancy will be created when Judge Margaret White retires January 1, 2023. &nbsp; &nbsp; The 8th Judicial District is composed of Dickinson, Geary, Marion, and Morris counties. &nbsp; Public access&nbsp; &nbsp; Interviews are open to the public. They will take place at the Morris County Courthouse,&nbsp; 501 E Main St, Council Grove. &nbsp; The interview schedule will be announced once it’s finalized. &nbsp; &nbsp; The nominees are:&nbsp;<ul>
 <li>Jay Troxell, Council Grove, owner and CFO, Tiptoz Dance Company LLC&nbsp;</li><li>Laura Viar, Council Grove, county attorney, Morris County&nbsp;</li><li>Ryan Young, White City, detective sergeant, Morris County Sheriff’s Office&nbsp;</li>
 </ul>

8th Judicial District Nominating Commission to interview nominees 

Beginning Oct. 24th through 28th, the Junction City Police Department will join other Kansas law enforcement agencies to stop what has been compared to an epidemic in the state. In 2019, eight children, ages 0-13 lost their lives due to car crashes in the state. Sadly, 62% of those children were not wearing their seat belts. 

Oct. 24th through the 28th, law enforcement officers across Kansas will be extra vigilant when patrolling around schools. Officers will issue citations to anyone who does not obey Kansas law.&nbsp;

Beginning Oct. 24th through 28th, the Junction City Police Department will join other Kansas law enforcement agencies to stop what has been compared to an epidemic in the state. In 2019, eight children, ages 0-13 lost their lives due to car crashes in the state. Sadly, 62% of those children were not wearing their seat belts. Oct. 24th through the 28th, law enforcement officers across Kansas will be extra vigilant when patrolling around schools. Officers will issue citations to anyone who does not obey Kansas law.&nbsp;

JCPD will work to prevent loss of children's lives due to car crashes

Geary County Historical Society was the recipient of over $8000 during the annual Geary County Match Day event held on October 18th. Sixty donors gifted funds to the historical society and at the end of the event the society ranked 4th in the number of individual donors to pledge money to their organization, just below the C.L. Hoover Opera House, Dorothy Bramlage Public Library Foundation and the Geary County Food Pantry. 

Each donation will be matched at 50%, which means the Historical Society anticipates a yield of $12,000 from the 2022 Match Day event.

Geary County Historical Society was the recipient of over $8000 during the annual Geary County Match Day event held on October 18th. Sixty donors gifted funds to the historical society and at the end of the event the society ranked 4th in the number of individual donors to pledge money to their organization, just below the C.L. Hoover Opera House, Dorothy Bramlage Public Library Foundation and the Geary County Food Pantry. Each donation will be matched at 50%, which means the Historical Society anticipates a yield of $12,000 from the 2022 Match Day event.

Historical Society benefits from Match Day

Fort Riley will host its first full-service Military Retiree Appreciation Day since 2019 on Saturday, Oct. 22. Military retirees of all services, and their spouses, widows or widowers are invited to Riley’s Community Center, 446 Seitz Avenue, Fort Riley. Doors open for registration at 7:30 a.m. and the program will begin at 8:30.

Throughout the day guests will hear the latest information on TRICARE, Medicare, Irwin Army Community Hospital services and other health care issues, veteran affairs, legislative issues, casualty affairs, long term care insurance and many other topics of concern to military retirees. Many veterans service organizations will also be on hand to provide information to attendees.

The public health team from Irwin Army Community Hospital will provide vaccinations from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for influenza, shingles, and pneumonia.

The lunch hour will include entertainment from an area barbershop quartet. Attendees may purchase a box lunch for $10 in advance by calling the Fort Riley Retirement Services Office at 785-239-3320 or 785- 239-3667, or emailing&nbsp;usarmy.riley.rso@army.mil.&nbsp;Lunch reservations must be made by Oct. 15.

By Fort Riley Public AffairsJC PostFort Riley will host its first full-service Military Retiree Appreciation Day since 2019 on Saturday, Oct. 22. Military retirees of all services, and their spouses, widows or widowers are invited to Riley’s Community Center, 446 Seitz Avenue, Fort Riley. Doors open for registration at 7:30 a.m. and the program will begin at 8:30.Throughout the day guests will hear the latest information on TRICARE, Medicare, Irwin Army Community Hospital services and other health care issues, veteran affairs, legislative issues, casualty affairs, long term care insurance and many other topics of concern to military retirees. Many veterans service organizations will also be on hand to provide information to attendees.The public health team from Irwin Army Community Hospital will provide vaccinations from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for influenza, shingles, and pneumonia.The lunch hour will include entertainment from an area barbershop quartet. Attendees may purchase a box lunch for $10 in advance by calling the Fort Riley Retirement Services Office at 785-239-3320 or 785- 239-3667, or emailing&nbsp;usarmy.riley.rso@army.mil.&nbsp;Lunch reservations must be made by Oct. 15.

Fort Riley’s Military Retiree Appreciation Day is set for October 22

There will not be any school on Friday for early childhood, elementary and middle school students in Geary USD 475. The district made the announcement via social media.

There will not be any school on Friday for early childhood, elementary and middle school students in Geary USD 475. The district made the announcement via social media.

USD 475 announces the school schedule for Friday

DICKINSON COUNTY —A Kansas man was injured in an accident just before 4a.m. Thursday in Dickinson County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2000 Buick Park Avenue driven by Joshua W. Matthews, 37, Herington, was northbound on U.S. 77 three miles south of Herington.

The Buick crossed the center line and struck a southbound 2000 Kawasaki Vulcan driven by Matthew B&nbsp;Pfrenger, 39 Herington.

 Pfrenger was ejected from the motorcycle.&nbsp; EMS transported him to a Wichita Hospital.&nbsp; Matthews was not injured.&nbsp;Pfrenger was not wearing a helmet, according to the KHP.

DICKINSON COUNTY —A Kansas man was injured in an accident just before 4a.m. Thursday in Dickinson County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2000 Buick Park Avenue driven by Joshua W. Matthews, 37, Herington, was northbound on U.S. 77 three miles south of Herington.The Buick crossed the center line and struck a southbound 2000 Kawasaki Vulcan driven by Matthew B&nbsp;Pfrenger, 39 Herington. Pfrenger was ejected from the motorcycle.&nbsp; EMS transported him to a Wichita Hospital.&nbsp; Matthews was not injured.&nbsp;Pfrenger was not wearing a helmet, according to the KHP.

Kansas man hospitalized after car strikes motorcycle

There will be a Red Cross blood drive Nov. 21 and 22 at the Municipal Auditorium. The hours on the 21st will be 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on the 22nd 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

You can make an appointment to donate blood&nbsp; at www.redcrossblood.org or by calling1-800-REDCROSS.

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 </figure>There will be a Red Cross blood drive Nov. 21 and 22 at the Municipal Auditorium. The hours on the 21st will be 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on the 22nd 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.You can make an appointment to donate blood&nbsp; at www.redcrossblood.org or by calling1-800-REDCROSS.

Red Cross blood drive is scheduled in Junction City

WASHINGTON COUNTY—One person died in an accident just before 2p.m. Wednesday in Washington County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 1999 Mack Cement Truck driven by&nbsp; Camran B. Bruna, 22, Hanover, was southbound on Kansas 148 Highway seven miles south of Hanover.

The driver lost control of the vehicle when it blew a driver's side tire.

The truck overturned onto its passenger side in the northbound lane and struck a 2017 Honda CRV driven by Cameron B. Gray, 37, Fairbury, Nebraska. 

After impact, both vehicles entered the east ditch. The cement truck's drum came unattached and also came to rest in the ditch south of the vehicles.&nbsp;

Gray was pronounced dead at the scene and transported to Ward Funeral Home. EMS transported Bruna to the hospital in Hanover. The KHP did not have seat belt usage information.

WASHINGTON COUNTY—One person died in an accident just before 2p.m. Wednesday in Washington County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 1999 Mack Cement Truck driven by&nbsp; Camran B. Bruna, 22, Hanover, was southbound on Kansas 148 Highway seven miles south of Hanover.The driver lost control of the vehicle when it blew a driver's side tire.The truck overturned onto its passenger side in the northbound lane and struck a 2017 Honda CRV driven by Cameron B. Gray, 37, Fairbury, Nebraska. After impact, both vehicles entered the east ditch. The cement truck's drum came unattached and also came to rest in the ditch south of the vehicles.&nbsp;Gray was pronounced dead at the scene and transported to Ward Funeral Home. EMS transported Bruna to the hospital in Hanover. The KHP did not have seat belt usage information.

Man dead after cement truck, SUV crash on Kansas highway

Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce will host the Christmas Parade along with 107.9 FM and 1420 KJCK AM on Friday, Nov. 25 at 5:30 p.m.

Michaela Joyce, Junction City Main Street, said it&nbsp; will begin at the 12th Street Community Center, make it's way to 6th Street, go to Washington Street downtown and then turn north on Washington Street to 8th Street. "The theme for this year's parade is a Classic Christmas. "

&nbsp;Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.junctioncitychamber.org%2Fchristmas-parade.html%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3s3dvBK2XDQvSgIjYTboBaRHbfDnUfFzKTrCx5fd6ET2Nw_AELowd5nyo&amp;h=AT1lyvv6bNjt5avR9eFGdQgt-iuz0PO1SbvAOpKTIO8eWCVdGNZrcrMP5ZPpZI3-iqxNBQi4cY5t_AGyulegAha11Gek85KBYeb8Jw_dsJjuyhfSvya6IEzNwd9ynurUjloh&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c[0]=AT2X5z7JB9UebA7Fk9-mhzsl9M9xx37-t8t0pp0hv-zhSLpa-cbQkPb72EcxuMmf7wXtDbhywSc-wyTRLKU5cFPLjs6BDgFBztWmjFc-CUxtieGkEOmTcP0mQyaPKuHr_J-ZYTzL3SRapeNsEb1ZazehaPM-" target="_blank">https://www.junctioncitychamber.org/christmas-parade.html</a>&nbsp;to register your float for entry.

The Main Street Program will have 10 Days of Christmas with a theme of a Classic Christmas, said Joyce. "So the idea is that we are going to start merging everything together and working together so we thought we'd make it one big cohesive team."

Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce will host the Christmas Parade along with 107.9 FM and 1420 KJCK AM on Friday, Nov. 25 at 5:30 p.m.Michaela Joyce, Junction City Main Street, said it&nbsp; will begin at the 12th Street Community Center, make it's way to 6th Street, go to Washington Street downtown and then turn north on Washington Street to 8th Street. "The theme for this year's parade is a Classic Christmas. "

&nbsp;Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.junctioncitychamber.org%2Fchristmas-parade.html%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3s3dvBK2XDQvSgIjYTboBaRHbfDnUfFzKTrCx5fd6ET2Nw_AELowd5nyo&amp;h=AT1lyvv6bNjt5avR9eFGdQgt-iuz0PO1SbvAOpKTIO8eWCVdGNZrcrMP5ZPpZI3-iqxNBQi4cY5t_AGyulegAha11Gek85KBYeb8Jw_dsJjuyhfSvya6IEzNwd9ynurUjloh&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c[0]=AT2X5z7JB9UebA7Fk9-mhzsl9M9xx37-t8t0pp0hv-zhSLpa-cbQkPb72EcxuMmf7wXtDbhywSc-wyTRLKU5cFPLjs6BDgFBztWmjFc-CUxtieGkEOmTcP0mQyaPKuHr_J-ZYTzL3SRapeNsEb1ZazehaPM-" target="_blank">https://www.junctioncitychamber.org/christmas-parade.html</a>&nbsp;to register your float for entry.The Main Street Program will have 10 Days of Christmas with a theme of a Classic Christmas, said Joyce. "So the idea is that we are going to start merging everything together and working together so we thought we'd make it one big cohesive team."

Plans are announced for the Christmas Parade in Junction City

Geary County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a single vehicle accident in the 6000 block of Davis Creek Rd. Elwin Roberts, Dwight, was traveling northbound in a Chevrolet Silverado when a donkey was struck in the roadway. Roberts was not injured.

Geary County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a single vehicle accident in the 6000 block of Davis Creek Rd. Elwin Roberts, Dwight, was traveling northbound in a Chevrolet Silverado when a donkey was struck in the roadway. Roberts was not injured.

Sheriff's Deputies respond to an early morning accident

Phyllis Fitzgerald of Junction City hung another Veterans banner downtown on Wednesday.&nbsp; She estimated that so far 27 of them have been put up.&nbsp; 

Fitzgerald noted that this community appreciates and thanks&nbsp; Veterans and their families. The latest banner was put up in front of Toms Menswear.

By Dewey TerrillJC PostPhyllis Fitzgerald of Junction City hung another Veterans banner downtown on Wednesday.&nbsp; She estimated that so far 27 of them have been put up.&nbsp; Fitzgerald noted that this community appreciates and thanks&nbsp; Veterans and their families. The latest banner was put up in front of Toms Menswear.<figure>
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Veterans banners are up downtown

Trunk or Treat is scheduled at Foot Locker, 3210 South U.S. Highway 77 in Junction City on Friday, Oct. 28 from 6-7:30 p.m. Fun and sweet treats are planned at the Foot Locker Distribution Center.

Trunk or Treat is scheduled at Foot Locker, 3210 South U.S. Highway 77 in Junction City on Friday, Oct. 28 from 6-7:30 p.m. Fun and sweet treats are planned at the Foot Locker Distribution Center.

Trunk or Treat plans are announced by Foot Locker

Valley View Senior Life has announced that Cydni Washington has been hired to serve as Director of Social Services. She is from Hutchinson but has lived in Junction City for many years. Washington is a graduate of Kansas State University and received a degree in Social Work in 1996.

Since graduation Washington has worked as a social worker in local hospitals and long term care facilities.

Valley View Senior Life is a senior living campus in Junction City.&nbsp;

By Dewey TerrillJC Post<figure>
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 </figure>Valley View Senior Life has announced that Cydni Washington has been hired to serve as Director of Social Services. She is from Hutchinson but has lived in Junction City for many years. Washington is a graduate of Kansas State University and received a degree in Social Work in 1996.Since graduation Washington has worked as a social worker in local hospitals and long term care facilities.Valley View Senior Life is a senior living campus in Junction City.&nbsp;

Valley View hires a Director of Social Services

Geary County Sheriff Dan Jackson and command staff will have a town hall meeting for an open discussion about what is happening at the department and in the county. The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 26 at the Geary County Senior Center on South Spring Valley Rd,

Sheriff Jackson will talk about his plan to form a Sheriff's Citizen Advisory Council, the Kansas Constitutional Amendment to Preserve Your Right to Elect Your Sheriff and the progress by the Sheriff's Office toward certification with the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies.

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 </figure>By Dewey TerrillJC PostGeary County Sheriff Dan Jackson and command staff will have a town hall meeting for an open discussion about what is happening at the department and in the county. The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 26 at the Geary County Senior Center on South Spring Valley Rd,Sheriff Jackson will talk about his plan to form a Sheriff's Citizen Advisory Council, the Kansas Constitutional Amendment to Preserve Your Right to Elect Your Sheriff and the progress by the Sheriff's Office toward certification with the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies.

Geary County Sheriff will conduct a town hall meeting

A member of U.S. Senator Jerry Moran’s (R-Kan.) staff will be at City Hall in Junction City to hold open office opportunity at 10:15 a.m. – 11 a.m. on Wednesday, October 26th. These office hours are open to all residents in the area experiencing difficulties with Social Security, Medicare, immigration issues, veterans’ affairs or have other concerns regarding federal issues. This event does not require an RSVP. More information on requesting assistance with a federal agency online through Sen. Moran’s office can be found&nbsp;<a href="https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/federal-agency-assistance" target="_blank">here</a>.

The open office on the 26th will be at City Hall in the 2nd Floor Conference Room

A member of U.S. Senator Jerry Moran’s (R-Kan.) staff will be at City Hall in Junction City to hold open office opportunity at 10:15 a.m. – 11 a.m. on Wednesday, October 26th. These office hours are open to all residents in the area experiencing difficulties with Social Security, Medicare, immigration issues, veterans’ affairs or have other concerns regarding federal issues. This event does not require an RSVP. More information on requesting assistance with a federal agency online through Sen. Moran’s office can be found&nbsp;<a href="https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/federal-agency-assistance" target="_blank">here</a>. The open office on the 26th will be at City Hall in the 2nd Floor Conference Room

Senator Moran's staff will meet with the public in Junction City

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina Post

DICKINSON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a a suspect after a high-speed chase on Interstate 70.

Just after 11:30 p.m. Tuesday, an officer with the Salina Police Department observed a 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche with an expired license plate leaving the parking lot of Flying J Travel Center, 2250 N. Ohio Street, and heading north on N. Ohio Street, according to Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester.

The officer attempted to stop the pickup as it was turning eastbound onto Interstate 70, but the pickup took off and a pursuit ensued. Speeds reached up to 100 mph, according to Forrester.

The officer terminated the pursuit at the Dickinson County line, but Dickinson County Sheriff's deputies were later able to stop the pickup and take the driver, identified as Tyrone Fenton, 43, of Salina, into custody on requested charges of Possession of marijuana, Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Possession of stimulant, Driving while a habitual violator; 3rd or subsequent conviction, Driving while suspended; 3rd or subsequent conviction, Yield emergency vehicle; Fail; Unknown circumstances, and Vehicles; Operate vehicle without registration or w/expired tag.

Requested charges in Saline County include Felony flee and elude, Speeding, Driving while suspended and a Vehicle registration violation.

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 </figure>By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostDICKINSON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a a suspect after a high-speed chase on Interstate 70.Just after 11:30 p.m. Tuesday, an officer with the Salina Police Department observed a 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche with an expired license plate leaving the parking lot of Flying J Travel Center, 2250 N. Ohio Street, and heading north on N. Ohio Street, according to Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester.The officer attempted to stop the pickup as it was turning eastbound onto Interstate 70, but the pickup took off and a pursuit ensued. Speeds reached up to 100 mph, according to Forrester.The officer terminated the pursuit at the Dickinson County line, but Dickinson County Sheriff's deputies were later able to stop the pickup and take the driver, identified as Tyrone Fenton, 43, of Salina, into custody on requested charges of Possession of marijuana, Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body, Possession of stimulant, Driving while a habitual violator; 3rd or subsequent conviction, Driving while suspended; 3rd or subsequent conviction, Yield emergency vehicle; Fail; Unknown circumstances, and Vehicles; Operate vehicle without registration or w/expired tag.Requested charges in Saline County include Felony flee and elude, Speeding, Driving while suspended and a Vehicle registration violation.

Police: Kansas man jailed after 100mph chase on I-70

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a violent attack in Manhattan.

Just after 4:30p.m. Tuesday, officers filed a report for aggravated battery in the 400 block of Leavenworth Street in Manhattan. 

A 34-year-old man reported a known 45-year-old man stabbed him on an unspecified date.

Additional details on the incident were not released by RCPD.

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a violent attack in Manhattan.Just after 4:30p.m. Tuesday, officers filed a report for aggravated battery in the 400 block of Leavenworth Street in Manhattan. A 34-year-old man reported a known 45-year-old man stabbed him on an unspecified date.Additional details on the incident were not released by RCPD.

RCPD investigating stabbing in Manhattan

Macie Muto, student at Junction City High School, attended the Hugh O’Brian Leadership Academy last June.  The Academy is for selected high school sophomores to learn personal goal setting; leading a group in a decision making process and community leadership.  Macie’s personal goal is to become a licensed psychologist.

Muto and her family were attended the JC Breakfast Optimist Club meeting.&nbsp;

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 <figcaption>Pictured from left to right are Mark and Resia Muto, Macie’s parents; Macie Muto and Nita Miller, President of the JC Breakfast Optimist Club.</figcaption>
 </figure>By Dr. Ferrell MillerMacie Muto, student at Junction City High School, attended the Hugh O’Brian Leadership Academy last June. The Academy is for selected high school sophomores to learn personal goal setting; leading a group in a decision making process and community leadership. Macie’s personal goal is to become a licensed psychologist.Muto and her family were attended the JC Breakfast Optimist Club meeting.&nbsp;

Macie Muto is being recognized by the Breakfast Optimists

Kansas Leadership Center has selected 87 organizations across Kansas, including one from Junction City, as 2023 Leadership Transformation Grant partners. The grants will help the partner organizations create a culture that embraces change, tackles problems and seizes opportunities.

The grant partner from Junction City is Kansas-Oklahoma Conference, United Church of Christ.

Kansas Leadership Center has selected 87 organizations across Kansas, including one from Junction City, as 2023 Leadership Transformation Grant partners. The grants will help the partner organizations create a culture that embraces change, tackles problems and seizes opportunities.The grant partner from Junction City is Kansas-Oklahoma Conference, United Church of Christ.

Junction City organization receives 2023 Leadership Transformation Grant

Acoustic Junction returns to St Joseph’s Historic Church for a night of music and community on Saturday. Food and drink will be sold at 6:30pm and music will begin at 7:00pm. &nbsp;This Octoberfest themed event will feature three local music groups: The McDowell Barnburners, The Tallgrass Tunesmiths, and Chris Biggs and Ken Gustin. Baked goods and a beer list that includes: Free State Octoberfest, Heineken, Stormchaser, Free State IPA, and Hamm’s will also be available by donation.

Geary County Historical Society Curator Heather Hagedorn said all proceeds benefit the St. Joseph’s restoration project. Recent projects at the church include: new windows, roof repairs and the installation of electricity. Funds raised at this event will help cover costs for upcoming projects including: temperature control and plaster work.

St. Joseph’s Historic Church is owned by the Geary County Historical Society and the restoration is greatly supported by the McDowell Creek Community. To get to St. Joseph’s take I-70 to exit 307 and head south 2 miles. The church will be on the left. Carpooling is recommended as parking is limited.

By Dewey TerrillJC PostAcoustic Junction returns to St Joseph’s Historic Church for a night of music and community on Saturday. Food and drink will be sold at 6:30pm and music will begin at 7:00pm. &nbsp;This Octoberfest themed event will feature three local music groups: The McDowell Barnburners, The Tallgrass Tunesmiths, and Chris Biggs and Ken Gustin. Baked goods and a beer list that includes: Free State Octoberfest, Heineken, Stormchaser, Free State IPA, and Hamm’s will also be available by donation.Geary County Historical Society Curator Heather Hagedorn said all proceeds benefit the St. Joseph’s restoration project. Recent projects at the church include: new windows, roof repairs and the installation of electricity. Funds raised at this event will help cover costs for upcoming projects including: temperature control and plaster work.St. Joseph’s Historic Church is owned by the Geary County Historical Society and the restoration is greatly supported by the McDowell Creek Community. To get to St. Joseph’s take I-70 to exit 307 and head south 2 miles. The church will be on the left. Carpooling is recommended as parking is limited.

Acoustic Junction is set for Saturday night

Congratulations to Aubrey Sams of Salina, the Week 6 winner in Salina Pain Clinic's Gridiron Glory contest!

Aubrey, who scored 10 of 14 points, wins a family four-pack to Zombie Expedition at Elite Sports Paintball.

Although the season has begun, you still have time to win!

<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/6457a6fe-ce1b-48df-a651-5d8582b478f7?contestid=3#registration/login">Sign up today</a>&nbsp;to make your picks for a chance to win great weekly prizes, including cash,&nbsp;gift cards, concert tickets, and Chiefs tickets.&nbsp;If you pick well, you'll also be in the running for the local season prize of $1,000 and a national season prize of a trip to Hawaii!

Don't miss out on the state's best pro football pick'em contest!&nbsp;

<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/6457a6fe-ce1b-48df-a651-5d8582b478f7?contestid=3#registration/login">Click here to register for Gridiron Glory</a>

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 </figure>Congratulations to Aubrey Sams of Salina, the Week 6 winner in Salina Pain Clinic's Gridiron Glory contest!Aubrey, who scored 10 of 14 points, wins a family four-pack to Zombie Expedition at Elite Sports Paintball.Although the season has begun, you still have time to win!<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/6457a6fe-ce1b-48df-a651-5d8582b478f7?contestid=3#registration/login">Sign up today</a>&nbsp;to make your picks for a chance to win great weekly prizes, including cash,&nbsp;gift cards, concert tickets, and Chiefs tickets.&nbsp;If you pick well, you'll also be in the running for the local season prize of $1,000 and a national season prize of a trip to Hawaii!Don't miss out on the state's best pro football pick'em contest!&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/6457a6fe-ce1b-48df-a651-5d8582b478f7?contestid=3#registration/login">Click here to register for Gridiron Glory</a>

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