RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating an alleged violent robbery in Manhattan.

Just after 11p.m. Friday, officers filed a report for aggravated robbery and aggravated battery in the 3600 block of Everett Drive in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

&nbsp;A 17-year-old man was listed as the victim when it was reported unknown suspects battered him in his driveway and stole personal property. 

Anyone with information, contact RCPD or the Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward up to $1,000.

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating an alleged violent robbery in Manhattan.Just after 11p.m. Friday, officers filed a report for aggravated robbery and aggravated battery in the 3600 block of Everett Drive in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.&nbsp;A 17-year-old man was listed as the victim when it was reported unknown suspects battered him in his driveway and stole personal property. Anyone with information, contact RCPD or the Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward up to $1,000.

RCPD: Teen battered in alleged robbery at his home

The Junction City Commission has adopted a resolution changing the name of the Live Well Geary County Food Policy Council to the Live Well Geary County Food and Farm Council. The update reflects the current mission to support the local food system. 

 The Food and Farm Council requested the name change to reflect its focus on food access, including support for local farmers, sustainable food systems, community education, and economic development. Established in 2016, the Food and Farm Council has supported local Initiatives such as the Healthy Food Prescription Program, local farmers' market, community gardening, and the 10-Year Food System Plan.

 The mission of the Food and Farm Council is to build a stronger, more equitable local food system that ensures all Geary County residents have access to healthy, affordable food. The Food and Farm Council works to identify barriers within the local food system and develop sustainable, community-driven solutions. Its goals include increasing food access, addressing hunger and food insecurity, supporting local agriculture, and influencing policies that shape food production and distribution.&nbsp;

  As part of the reorganization, the Commission also appointed the following members to the Council. Vickie Bobbitt - I.C.A.R.E., Kalie Kipp – WIC Konza Prairie Community Health Clinic, Mike Wilson – Flint Hills Coordinated Transportation District #4, Barbara Wright, Nichole Mader – United Way, Julia Loper – Geary County Food Pantry, Debbie Johns – Geary County Food Pantry,  Somia Jamma – KSU Extension SNAP Nutrition Education, Caroline Davis – Michelin, Felicia Green – Department of Children &amp; Family Services. 

Susan Jagerson serves as the Council's administrator, and Renae Riedy Geary County Extension Agent as an ex officio member.  For more information visit www.livewellgearycounty.org.

Live Well Geary County releaseThe Junction City Commission has adopted a resolution changing the name of the Live Well Geary County Food Policy Council to the Live Well Geary County Food and Farm Council. The update reflects the current mission to support the local food system. The Food and Farm Council requested the name change to reflect its focus on food access, including support for local farmers, sustainable food systems, community education, and economic development. Established in 2016, the Food and Farm Council has supported local Initiatives such as the Healthy Food Prescription Program, local farmers' market, community gardening, and the 10-Year Food System Plan. The mission of the Food and Farm Council is to build a stronger, more equitable local food system that ensures all Geary County residents have access to healthy, affordable food. The Food and Farm Council works to identify barriers within the local food system and develop sustainable, community-driven solutions. Its goals include increasing food access, addressing hunger and food insecurity, supporting local agriculture, and influencing policies that shape food production and distribution.&nbsp; As part of the reorganization, the Commission also appointed the following members to the Council. Vickie Bobbitt - I.C.A.R.E., Kalie Kipp – WIC Konza Prairie Community Health Clinic, Mike Wilson – Flint Hills Coordinated Transportation District #4, Barbara Wright, Nichole Mader – United Way, Julia Loper – Geary County Food Pantry, Debbie Johns – Geary County Food Pantry, Somia Jamma – KSU Extension SNAP Nutrition Education, Caroline Davis – Michelin, Felicia Green – Department of Children &amp; Family Services. Susan Jagerson serves as the Council's administrator, and Renae Riedy Geary County Extension Agent as an ex officio member. For more information visit www.livewellgearycounty.org.

Food and Farm Council

Collection of school supplies for the Stuff the Bus program continued Saturday at Dillons and the Walmart Supercenter in Junction City.

Volunteers are helping with the collection of the supplies. Donors can also contribute funds for the effort. Distribution will be made to children in Geary USD 475, Chapman&nbsp; USD 473 and Saint Francis Xavier School for the upcoming school year.

Another collection day is set for this next Saturday, Aug. 2, at the same locations from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Collection of school supplies for the Stuff the Bus program continued Saturday at Dillons and the Walmart Supercenter in Junction City.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1753659139184.jpeg" alt="( Photos Nichole Mader )" />
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 </figure>Volunteers are helping with the collection of the supplies. Donors can also contribute funds for the effort. Distribution will be made to children in Geary USD 475, Chapman&nbsp; USD 473 and Saint Francis Xavier School for the upcoming school year.Another collection day is set for this next Saturday, Aug. 2, at the same locations from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Stuff the Bus keeps on rolling

JUNCTION CITY,Kan. - Geary County Schools USD 475 will host its&nbsp;2025&nbsp;Back-To-School&nbsp;Carnival&nbsp;on Friday, Aug. 1 at Junction City High School. Gates open at 6 p.m

The&nbsp;2025&nbsp;carnival&nbsp;will include live performances,&nbsp;carnival&nbsp;games, face painting, free prizes, free food and more.Please note that Kona Ice and Bella Hana's Ice Cream and Pastry Shoppe will also be stationed outside the&nbsp;carnival&nbsp;for anyone who wants to purchase a treat before entering the free&nbsp;carnival. All items inside the&nbsp;carnival&nbsp;are free, including cotton candy, popcorn and other prizes.

JUNCTION CITY,Kan. - Geary County Schools USD 475 will host its&nbsp;2025&nbsp;Back-To-School&nbsp;Carnival&nbsp;on Friday, Aug. 1 at Junction City High School. Gates open at 6 p.mThe&nbsp;2025&nbsp;carnival&nbsp;will include live performances,&nbsp;carnival&nbsp;games, face painting, free prizes, free food and more.Please note that Kona Ice and Bella Hana's Ice Cream and Pastry Shoppe will also be stationed outside the&nbsp;carnival&nbsp;for anyone who wants to purchase a treat before entering the free&nbsp;carnival. All items inside the&nbsp;carnival&nbsp;are free, including cotton candy, popcorn and other prizes.

USD 475 Hosts Back-to-School Carnival on Friday, Aug. 1

Dale Anders of rural Chapman, Kansas, is retiring after a distinguished 42-year career in the banking industry. His family noted that for the past decade, Dale served as Commercial Relationship Manager at INTRUST Bank, formerly Millennium Bank, in Junction City where he helped support and grow local businesses and farms across the region.

Dale’s roots run deep in Kansas agriculture. Raised on a small swine and cattle farm outside of Eudora, Kansas, he learned early on the importance of financial stewardship. That foundation led him to pursue a degree in Agricultural Economics from Kansas State University.

Following graduation, Dale began his professional journey as a State Bank Examiner and completed the Advanced FDIC School in Washington, D.C. In 1990, he graduated from the Graduate School of Banking in Boulder, Colorado. Over the years, Dale provided vital agricultural and commercial lending services—first as a loan officer for 17 years at Dickinson County Bank in Enterprise, and later during a 10-year tenure at Exchange Bank in Junction City, formerly First National Bank and Trust.

.In retirement, Dale looks forward to spending more time with his two grandchildren. He also plans to stay active through his volunteer work preserving local history at the Dickinson County Historical Society and sharing his faith at Lyona United Methodist Church.

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 </figure>Dale Anders of rural Chapman, Kansas, is retiring after a distinguished 42-year career in the banking industry. His family noted that for the past decade, Dale served as Commercial Relationship Manager at INTRUST Bank, formerly Millennium Bank, in Junction City where he helped support and grow local businesses and farms across the region.Dale’s roots run deep in Kansas agriculture. Raised on a small swine and cattle farm outside of Eudora, Kansas, he learned early on the importance of financial stewardship. That foundation led him to pursue a degree in Agricultural Economics from Kansas State University.Following graduation, Dale began his professional journey as a State Bank Examiner and completed the Advanced FDIC School in Washington, D.C. In 1990, he graduated from the Graduate School of Banking in Boulder, Colorado. Over the years, Dale provided vital agricultural and commercial lending services—first as a loan officer for 17 years at Dickinson County Bank in Enterprise, and later during a 10-year tenure at Exchange Bank in Junction City, formerly First National Bank and Trust..In retirement, Dale looks forward to spending more time with his two grandchildren. He also plans to stay active through his volunteer work preserving local history at the Dickinson County Historical Society and sharing his faith at Lyona United Methodist Church.

Dale Anders Retires After 42-Year Career in Banking

K-STATE RESEARCH AND EXTENSION NEWS SERVICE

MANHATTAN, Kan. – As the temperatures climb into the 90s and above, most trees require more water, but more water means more costs. Kansas State horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini says modifying soaker hoses can help homeowners save a few dollars.

“Soaker hoses are notorious for non-uniform watering,” Domenghini said. “In other words, you often receive too much water from one part of the hose and not enough from the other part.”

Patchy water application may not affect smaller trees, as the soaker will circle the tree several times, but can affect larger trees. For more uniform watering, Domenghini suggests hooking the beginning and end of the soaker hose to a y-adapter to equalize pressure and provide more uniform watering. The parts needed are just a y-adapter and a female-to-female connector.

“It is also helpful if the y-adapter has shut-off valves so the volume of flow can be controlled,” Domenghini said. “Too high a flow rate can allow water to run off rather than soak.”

The position of the hose can also make a difference. On larger trees, Domenghini said the soaker hose can circle the trunk at least half the distance to the drip line. On smaller trees, she said the hose can circle the tree several times so only the soil that contains tree roots will be watered.

To check if the watering is effective, Domenghini said the soil should be wet at least 12 inches deep. A metal rod or something similar can be used to check.

“Dry soil is much harder to push through than wet and your probe will stop when it hits dry soil,” she said. “How long it takes water to reach a 12 inch depth varies depending on the rate of water flow and soil.”

As a test when first watering the tree, record the amount of time it takes to reach a 12-inch depth of dampness. The tree can then be watered for that amount of time in subsequent watering.

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 </figure>K-STATE RESEARCH AND EXTENSION NEWS SERVICEMANHATTAN, Kan. – As the temperatures climb into the 90s and above, most trees require more water, but more water means more costs. Kansas State horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini says modifying soaker hoses can help homeowners save a few dollars.“Soaker hoses are notorious for non-uniform watering,” Domenghini said. “In other words, you often receive too much water from one part of the hose and not enough from the other part.”<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1743385101463.png" alt="K-State Research and Extension " />
 <figcaption>K-State Research and Extension </figcaption>
 </figure>Patchy water application may not affect smaller trees, as the soaker will circle the tree several times, but can affect larger trees. For more uniform watering, Domenghini suggests hooking the beginning and end of the soaker hose to a y-adapter to equalize pressure and provide more uniform watering. The parts needed are just a y-adapter and a female-to-female connector.“It is also helpful if the y-adapter has shut-off valves so the volume of flow can be controlled,” Domenghini said. “Too high a flow rate can allow water to run off rather than soak.”The position of the hose can also make a difference. On larger trees, Domenghini said the soaker hose can circle the trunk at least half the distance to the drip line. On smaller trees, she said the hose can circle the tree several times so only the soil that contains tree roots will be watered.To check if the watering is effective, Domenghini said the soil should be wet at least 12 inches deep. A metal rod or something similar can be used to check.“Dry soil is much harder to push through than wet and your probe will stop when it hits dry soil,” she said. “How long it takes water to reach a 12 inch depth varies depending on the rate of water flow and soil.”As a test when first watering the tree, record the amount of time it takes to reach a 12-inch depth of dampness. The tree can then be watered for that amount of time in subsequent watering.

Cut the cost of watering trees

The new Geary County Food Pantry is located at 700A W. 7th Street. Local officials and community leaders gathered for the ribbon cutting on Saturday.

Debbie Johns serves as director of the new 38-hundred square foot facility. "We offer different programs for neighbors that are food insecure in Geary County. They have a once a month shopping experience." There is also an opportunity to obtain food any time during the month if there are people needing food and for those without housing.

Sign up is required with proof of Geary County residency and a photo ID.&nbsp;

There is a Wheels of Hope program for school aged children and their families that are food insecure on the second Thursday of the month. Senior Commodities are also offered.

There is a Fresh Food Friday program that includes fresh produce and bakery items for the community, which does not require registration at the Food Pantry.

There was an earlier soft opening for the Food Pantry with Johns confirming 2,210 people were served in the month of June, up from about 1,400 in May at a former smaller facility.

Johns noted that Geary County has the highest food insecurity rate among children in the state. "We hope that we're helping bring that down a little bit."

The city and county provided funding for the project along with other donors and tax credits. Hutton Construction built the building.

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 </figure>By Dewey TerrillJC PostThe new Geary County Food Pantry is located at 700A W. 7th Street. Local officials and community leaders gathered for the ribbon cutting on Saturday.<figure>
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 </figure>Debbie Johns serves as director of the new 38-hundred square foot facility. "We offer different programs for neighbors that are food insecure in Geary County. They have a once a month shopping experience." There is also an opportunity to obtain food any time during the month if there are people needing food and for those without housing.Sign up is required with proof of Geary County residency and a photo ID.&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>There is a Wheels of Hope program for school aged children and their families that are food insecure on the second Thursday of the month. Senior Commodities are also offered.There is a Fresh Food Friday program that includes fresh produce and bakery items for the community, which does not require registration at the Food Pantry.There was an earlier soft opening for the Food Pantry with Johns confirming 2,210 people were served in the month of June, up from about 1,400 in May at a former smaller facility.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1753568253415.jpeg" alt=" " />
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 </figure>Johns noted that Geary County has the highest food insecurity rate among children in the state. "We hope that we're helping bring that down a little bit."The city and county provided funding for the project along with other donors and tax credits. Hutton Construction built the building.

Geary County Food Pantry celebrates with a grand opening

MADELINE DRAKE K-State Research and Extension News Service&nbsp;

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas cotton fields are entering the critical squaring phase, so Kansas State University agronomist Logan Simon and entomologist Anthony Zukoff say timely scouting will be essential to protect yield potential.

“Overall, Kansas cotton acres are down this year like most of the US cotton belt and the cotton we have is generally behind in development compared to normal,” Simon said. “Although south-central Kansas had severe storm damage that hurt the cotton down there, many were able to hold on pretty good.”

As cotton enters this key reproductive stage, as evidenced by early formation of flower buds, K-State Extension entomologist Anthony Zukoff shared the importance of monitoring for cotton fleahoppers and tarnished plant bugs, also known as lygus bugs.

“These two insects can be very detrimental to overall yield so it’s important to keep an eye out for them now,” Zukoff said.

“They are very excitable, so they can be tricky to scout for. We recommend using a drop cloth or sweep net method to determine if these insects are in the field,” Zukoff said. “Depending on the method, the threshold will be different, so we recommend using our&nbsp;<a href="https://bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu/download/cotton-insect-pest-management-2025_MF2674">cotton insect management guide</a>&nbsp;to determine if the insect count is over that threshold.”

The cotton flea hopper is about 1/8 of an inch and lime green color, while the lygus bug is about twice the size and a tan color. Zukoff noted that control options are available if populations reach economic thresholds.

“If they do reach that threshold, all is not lost,” he said. “Producers can save their fields if they take action quickly. The important thing is to be proactive rather than reactive; get out there right now and scout.”

“The early and first position squares are the most important fruiting positions on a cotton plant as they will contribute the most to the final yield,” Simon said. “Once the plant matures, those insects will not be as much of a problem for later squares.”

Zukoff and Simon also advised corn growers to be scouting for western bean cutworm.

“The western bean cutworm is a pest of corn, specifically corn ears as they tassel,” Zukoff said.

“Western bean cutworm overwinters in the soil as pupa, and this time of year adult moths will be emerging from those pupae and laying eggs. Those eggs hatch and caterpillars make their way to the tasseling corn fields,” Zukoff said. “Once the pest gets to the field, it will eat developing kernels and cut the silks on its way up, which makes it detrimental to final yields and developing crops.”

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 </figure>MADELINE DRAKE K-State Research and Extension News Service&nbsp;MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas cotton fields are entering the critical squaring phase, so Kansas State University agronomist Logan Simon and entomologist Anthony Zukoff say timely scouting will be essential to protect yield potential.“Overall, Kansas cotton acres are down this year like most of the US cotton belt and the cotton we have is generally behind in development compared to normal,” Simon said. “Although south-central Kansas had severe storm damage that hurt the cotton down there, many were able to hold on pretty good.”As cotton enters this key reproductive stage, as evidenced by early formation of flower buds, K-State Extension entomologist Anthony Zukoff shared the importance of monitoring for cotton fleahoppers and tarnished plant bugs, also known as lygus bugs.“These two insects can be very detrimental to overall yield so it’s important to keep an eye out for them now,” Zukoff said.“They are very excitable, so they can be tricky to scout for. We recommend using a drop cloth or sweep net method to determine if these insects are in the field,” Zukoff said. “Depending on the method, the threshold will be different, so we recommend using our&nbsp;<a href="https://bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu/download/cotton-insect-pest-management-2025_MF2674">cotton insect management guide</a>&nbsp;to determine if the insect count is over that threshold.”The cotton flea hopper is about 1/8 of an inch and lime green color, while the lygus bug is about twice the size and a tan color. Zukoff noted that control options are available if populations reach economic thresholds.“If they do reach that threshold, all is not lost,” he said. “Producers can save their fields if they take action quickly. The important thing is to be proactive rather than reactive; get out there right now and scout.”<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1690555797266.jpg" alt=" " />
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 </figure>“The early and first position squares are the most important fruiting positions on a cotton plant as they will contribute the most to the final yield,” Simon said. “Once the plant matures, those insects will not be as much of a problem for later squares.”Zukoff and Simon also advised corn growers to be scouting for western bean cutworm.“The western bean cutworm is a pest of corn, specifically corn ears as they tassel,” Zukoff said.“Western bean cutworm overwinters in the soil as pupa, and this time of year adult moths will be emerging from those pupae and laying eggs. Those eggs hatch and caterpillars make their way to the tasseling corn fields,” Zukoff said. “Once the pest gets to the field, it will eat developing kernels and cut the silks on its way up, which makes it detrimental to final yields and developing crops.”

Scout for insects in cotton and corn fields 

Four local K-9s and their handlers were honored by the K9 Quilt of Honor this last Thursday, July 24, at Milford State Park, 3612 State Park Rd.

Geary County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Handler Deputy Cayla Da Giau and her partner Enzo, and K-9 Handler Deputy James Regalado with his K-9 partner, Klesta, are two of the four being honored.

The other two, from the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Game, are Warden Lt. Lance Hockett and K9 Kodak, and Game Warden Jake Brooke, along with his partner Kreed. Both are from the Milford Office.

The K9 Quilt of Honor recognizes Law Enforcement Officers on the local, state, and federal level, Military, Fire working K9s and their handlers for their willingness to serve their community and stand in harm’s way to keep its people safe.

“I am incredibly proud of our K9 units, not only for their outstanding work in fighting crime, but also for their dedication to community outreach through school visits and local events. Having them recognized by the K9 Quilt organization is a tremendous honor for our Office. Carolyn Blum’s work on this nationwide project is truly remarkable,” said Sheriff Nate Boeckman.

The Geary County Sheriff’s Office K-9s were brought to the attention of Carolyn H. Blum, founder of K9 Quilt, by her grandson Cody, who attends Milford Elementary School. He met Enzo and Klesta at Camp Shield, put on by the Geary County Community Involvement Team, and at school. It was Cody who brought them to the attention of his grandmother, and Cody’s mom keeps up with K9 units around the area, according to Blum.

The K9 Quilt effort began with Kobi, a K9 deputy, who retired from the Indian River County (FL) Sheriff’s Office at the height of the pandemic when law enforcement was having challenges in June of 2020. Blum felt someone needed to share with Handler Sgt. Bryan and K9 Kobi, that there were people who still respected and valued their service.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1753471105383.jpeg" alt="Enzo with Handler Deputy Cayla Da Giau; Undersheriff Justin Stopper; Sheriff Nate Boeckman and Handler Deputy James Regalado with his K-9, Klesto. (Photo - Geary County Sheriff's Office Facebook Page)" />
 <figcaption>Enzo with Handler Deputy Cayla Da Giau; Undersheriff Justin Stopper; Sheriff Nate Boeckman and Handler Deputy James Regalado with his K-9, Klesto. (Photo - Geary County Sheriff's Office Facebook Page)</figcaption>
 </figure>Geary County Sheriff's Office Release--Four local K-9s and their handlers were honored by the K9 Quilt of Honor this last Thursday, July 24, at Milford State Park, 3612 State Park Rd.Geary County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Handler Deputy Cayla Da Giau and her partner Enzo, and K-9 Handler Deputy James Regalado with his K-9 partner, Klesta, are two of the four being honored.The other two, from the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Game, are Warden Lt. Lance Hockett and K9 Kodak, and Game Warden Jake Brooke, along with his partner Kreed. Both are from the Milford Office.The K9 Quilt of Honor recognizes Law Enforcement Officers on the local, state, and federal level, Military, Fire working K9s and their handlers for their willingness to serve their community and stand in harm’s way to keep its people safe.“I am incredibly proud of our K9 units, not only for their outstanding work in fighting crime, but also for their dedication to community outreach through school visits and local events. Having them recognized by the K9 Quilt organization is a tremendous honor for our Office. Carolyn Blum’s work on this nationwide project is truly remarkable,” said Sheriff Nate Boeckman.The Geary County Sheriff’s Office K-9s were brought to the attention of Carolyn H. Blum, founder of K9 Quilt, by her grandson Cody, who attends Milford Elementary School. He met Enzo and Klesta at Camp Shield, put on by the Geary County Community Involvement Team, and at school. It was Cody who brought them to the attention of his grandmother, and Cody’s mom keeps up with K9 units around the area, according to Blum.The K9 Quilt effort began with Kobi, a K9 deputy, who retired from the Indian River County (FL) Sheriff’s Office at the height of the pandemic when law enforcement was having challenges in June of 2020. Blum felt someone needed to share with Handler Sgt. Bryan and K9 Kobi, that there were people who still respected and valued their service.

 Two Geary County Sheriff's Officers and their K-9s honored with K9 Quilt of Honor

RILEY COUNTY—Teo people were injured in an accident just after 11:30p.m. Friday in Riley County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2005 Chevy Trailblazer driven by Trinity M. Sproul, 18, Wamego, was eastbound on Kansas 18 one half mile east of Kansas 114.

The driver one lost control and struck a 2007 Pontiac G6 which was parked with flashers on on the side of the roadway.&nbsp; After impact, the Pontiac struck 2 pedestrians identified as Koltyn T. Moore, 29, Manhattan, and&nbsp; Rod&nbsp; Marti, 40, who were in&nbsp;front of it.

EMS transported Moore and Marti to Via Christi in Manhattan. Sproul was not transported and properly restrained, according to the KHP.

RILEY COUNTY—Teo people were injured in an accident just after 11:30p.m. Friday in Riley County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2005 Chevy Trailblazer driven by Trinity M. Sproul, 18, Wamego, was eastbound on Kansas 18 one half mile east of Kansas 114.The driver one lost control and struck a 2007 Pontiac G6 which was parked with flashers on on the side of the roadway.&nbsp; After impact, the Pontiac struck 2 pedestrians identified as Koltyn T. Moore, 29, Manhattan, and&nbsp; Rod&nbsp; Marti, 40, who were in&nbsp;front of it.EMS transported Moore and Marti to Via Christi in Manhattan. Sproul was not transported and properly restrained, according to the KHP.

Two hospitalized after Riley County pedestrian accident

RILEY COUNTY — One person was injured in an accident just after 11:30p.m. Friday in Riley County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2004 Chevy Cruz driven by Frank&nbsp;Macias, 34, Upland, California. was eastbound on Kansas 18 one half&nbsp; mile east of Kansas 114. The vehicle&nbsp;struck debris in roadway from a previous accident.

EMS transported Macias to Via Christi in Manhattan. He was properly restrained, according to the KHP.

RILEY COUNTY — One person was injured in an accident just after 11:30p.m. Friday in Riley County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2004 Chevy Cruz driven by Frank&nbsp;Macias, 34, Upland, California. was eastbound on Kansas 18 one half&nbsp; mile east of Kansas 114. The vehicle&nbsp;struck debris in roadway from a previous accident.EMS transported Macias to Via Christi in Manhattan. He was properly restrained, according to the KHP.

Driver hospitalized after car strikes debris in the roadway

The 2025 regular season for the Junction City Brigade wrapped up last weekend, and the Junction City Brigade finished in second place in the Jayhawk Collegiate League. By finishing in the top three, the Brigade qualified for the National Baseball Congress (NBC) World Series.

Junction City lost their first two games of the season and then held steady, staying right about .500 into late June. On June 25, the Brigade had a record of 10-9. After that, they ended the regular season winning 15 of their final 17 games and finished 25-11. (Junction City only finished behind the Hutchinson Monarchs, who went 25-7).

Junction City will now play in the postseason at the NBC World Series this weekend. This is the first year for the Brigade in the Jayhawk Collegiate League, so it is also the first year they have qualified for the NBC World Series.

In a radio interview with 107.9 FM / 1420 AM KJCK Radio, General Manager of the Brigade, Cecil Aska, expressed excitement about playing in the postseason tournament. "This is a brand new experience for us," Aska said. "The main thing I want our guys to do is stay in the right frame of mind and represent our community and the Junction City Brigade, and help put us on the map."

Micah Cannon, the head coach of the Brigade, in his first year coaching the team, is appreciative of the opportunity, but also wants his team to realize more work is still to be done. "I just keep challenging our guys," Cannon said. "I don't care if we are playing the Yankees or the Bad News Bears, I challenge them to compete the same way."

The NBC World Series, which is in its 91st&nbsp;year, is held in Wichita and played at Eck Stadium, the home of the Wichita State Shockers baseball team. 16 teams make it into the NBC, and they are from all across the country. 16 teams are split into four different pools, and three teams from each pool advance into bracket play, which begins next week. The World Series began on Thursday, July 24, and goes through Saturday, August 2.

Junction City will play three games in pool play. Their pool play schedule is posted below.

Game 1 - Junction City Brigade vs. TPA Texas - Saturday @ Noon

Game 2 - Junction City Brigade vs. GPS Legends - Sunday @ 3:00 p.m.

Game 3 - Junction City Brigade vs. Alaska Goldpanners - Tuesday @ 6:00 p.m.

For more information on the schedule, tickets or the NBC World Series, check out their website <a href="https://nbcbaseball.com/">here.</a>

You can follow the Junction City Brigade facebook page <a href="https://www.facebook.com/JCBrigade/">here.</a>

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 </figure>By Anthony GorgesJC PostThe 2025 regular season for the Junction City Brigade wrapped up last weekend, and the Junction City Brigade finished in second place in the Jayhawk Collegiate League. By finishing in the top three, the Brigade qualified for the National Baseball Congress (NBC) World Series.Junction City lost their first two games of the season and then held steady, staying right about .500 into late June. On June 25, the Brigade had a record of 10-9. After that, they ended the regular season winning 15 of their final 17 games and finished 25-11. (Junction City only finished behind the Hutchinson Monarchs, who went 25-7).Junction City will now play in the postseason at the NBC World Series this weekend. This is the first year for the Brigade in the Jayhawk Collegiate League, so it is also the first year they have qualified for the NBC World Series.In a radio interview with 107.9 FM / 1420 AM KJCK Radio, General Manager of the Brigade, Cecil Aska, expressed excitement about playing in the postseason tournament. "This is a brand new experience for us," Aska said. "The main thing I want our guys to do is stay in the right frame of mind and represent our community and the Junction City Brigade, and help put us on the map."Micah Cannon, the head coach of the Brigade, in his first year coaching the team, is appreciative of the opportunity, but also wants his team to realize more work is still to be done. "I just keep challenging our guys," Cannon said. "I don't care if we are playing the Yankees or the Bad News Bears, I challenge them to compete the same way."The NBC World Series, which is in its 91st&nbsp;year, is held in Wichita and played at Eck Stadium, the home of the Wichita State Shockers baseball team. 16 teams make it into the NBC, and they are from all across the country. 16 teams are split into four different pools, and three teams from each pool advance into bracket play, which begins next week. The World Series began on Thursday, July 24, and goes through Saturday, August 2.<figure>
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 </figure>Junction City will play three games in pool play. Their pool play schedule is posted below. Game 1 - Junction City Brigade vs. TPA Texas - Saturday @ NoonGame 2 - Junction City Brigade vs. GPS Legends - Sunday @ 3:00 p.m.Game 3 - Junction City Brigade vs. Alaska Goldpanners - Tuesday @ 6:00 p.m.For more information on the schedule, tickets or the NBC World Series, check out their website <a href="https://nbcbaseball.com/">here.</a>You can follow the Junction City Brigade facebook page <a href="https://www.facebook.com/JCBrigade/">here.</a>

Postseason Play begins this Weekend for the Junction City Brigade

Geary County Clerk Courtney Gilbert has announced that the County Office Building (200 E 8th&nbsp;St) will be open Saturday the 26th&nbsp;for Early In Person Voting from 9am – 1pm.

Geary County Clerk Courtney Gilbert has announced that the County Office Building (200 E 8th&nbsp;St) will be open Saturday the 26th&nbsp;for Early In Person Voting from 9am – 1pm.

Early In Person Voting can be done this Saturday

Monday, August 4, 2025, starts the Joint City / County Clean-Up Initiative.

For rural County residents to use the Transfer Station, one time only free of charge, a voucher must be picked up from the Geary County Public Works Office. This voucher must be presented to the Transfer Station upon arrival during the clean-up week of August 4 – 9th.

Rural County residents, only, may pick up their County voucher at 310 E 8th Street from 8AM – 4:30PM, starting Monday, July 28th.

Please refer to the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/752505417270643/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22external_search_engine%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22attachment%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22newsfeed%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D">City of Junction City social media pages</a> for all pertinent information regarding this clean-up week.

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 </figure>Geary County Public Works&nbsp;--Monday, August 4, 2025, starts the Joint City / County Clean-Up Initiative.For rural County residents to use the Transfer Station, one time only free of charge, a voucher must be picked up from the Geary County Public Works Office. This voucher must be presented to the Transfer Station upon arrival during the clean-up week of August 4 – 9th.Rural County residents, only, may pick up their County voucher at 310 E 8th Street from 8AM – 4:30PM, starting Monday, July 28th.Please refer to the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/752505417270643/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22external_search_engine%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22attachment%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22newsfeed%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D">City of Junction City social media pages</a> for all pertinent information regarding this clean-up week.

Joint City / County Clean-Up Initiative Voucher

Registration is open for the 2025 Geary Community Healthcare Foundation Fall Classis golf tournament. It will be held Sept. 19 with shotgun starts at 7:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. The cost will be $110 per player and $440 per team.

Executive Director Tracy Geisler said that the 4 Person Scramble Includes Beer, Water, Soft Drinks, Snacks, &amp; a Gift Bag,&nbsp; a Grab &amp; Go Breakfast, Lunch Assisted by the Junction City Fire Department, Steak Dinner Sponsored by HiTech Interiors, Awards and Dinner After Golf at 6:00 p.m. plus a Raffle, Cash, and Hole Prizes for Winners.

There are sponsorship opportunities ranging ffrom a $5,000 Hole in One and $3,000 Double Eagle sponsors. Others include a $2,000 Eagle and $1,000 Birdie sponsors plus $500 Snack sponsor, $250 Par sponsor and $250 Hole prizes. There will also be a Golfers Appreciation Gift sponsor.

Registration is open for the 2025 Geary Community Healthcare Foundation Fall Classis golf tournament. It will be held Sept. 19 with shotgun starts at 7:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. The cost will be $110 per player and $440 per team.Executive Director Tracy Geisler said that the 4 Person Scramble Includes Beer, Water, Soft Drinks, Snacks, &amp; a Gift Bag,&nbsp; a Grab &amp; Go Breakfast, Lunch Assisted by the Junction City Fire Department, Steak Dinner Sponsored by HiTech Interiors, Awards and Dinner After Golf at 6:00 p.m. plus a Raffle, Cash, and Hole Prizes for Winners.There are sponsorship opportunities ranging ffrom a $5,000 Hole in One and $3,000 Double Eagle sponsors. Others include a $2,000 Eagle and $1,000 Birdie sponsors plus $500 Snack sponsor, $250 Par sponsor and $250 Hole prizes. There will also be a Golfers Appreciation Gift sponsor.

Fall Classic will be held on Sept. 19

2025 Geary County Free Fair Open Class Results -- Information provided by Geary County K-State Extension Office. ** Photos courtesy of Renae Riedy - Family and Consumer Sciences Agent.

There were a total of 392 entries. The Open Class division is organized by community volunteers who work under the Geary County Free Fair Board. Fair entries provide an opportunity to showcase talents and interests as well as receive educational feedback from a judge with subject matter expertise.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Special Baking Contest: Sweet Scones 17 entries

Decorated Squash Contest: 4 entries

FIBER ARTS &amp; TEXTILES (63 entries total: Fiber Arts - 23, Textiles - 40)

A BIG thank you to Brookdale Senior Living of Junction City for being the Corporate Sponsor for the Geary County Free Fair Open Class exhibits and prizes. Special thanks to contest sponsors Clarks Creek Extension Education Unit, Walla Walla Extension Education Unit, Ace Hardware, and Waters Hardware (all of Junction City). Also thanks to our regional/national contest sponsor: Kansas Wheat Commission.

2025 Geary County Free Fair Open Class Results -- Information provided by Geary County K-State Extension Office. ** Photos courtesy of Renae Riedy - Family and Consumer Sciences Agent.There were a total of 392 entries. The Open Class division is organized by community volunteers who work under the Geary County Free Fair Board. Fair entries provide an opportunity to showcase talents and interests as well as receive educational feedback from a judge with subject matter expertise.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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 <li>Cookie: Cheri Olson, Jackie Breese</li><li>Yeast Breads: Mary Kay Munson (x2)</li><li>Candy: Jackie Breese</li><li>Snack: Sean Mueller</li><li>Quick Bread: Heather Mueller, Pat Thornberg</li>
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 <li>Dried Foods: Pat Thornberg (x2)</li><li>Sweet Spreads: Rachel Kempker</li><li>Pickle: Marie Amthauer</li><li>Fruits &amp; Vegetables: Rachel Kempker, Sean Mueller</li>
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 <li>Fruits and Vegetables: Grace Mueller</li>
 </ul><h2>FIBER ARTS &amp; TEXTILES (63 entries total: Fiber Arts - 23, Textiles - 40)</h2><h2>Fiber Arts</h2><h2>Adults</h2>Champion / Reserve Champion<ul>
 <li>Crocheting: Stephanie Clark, Cindy Lamberty</li><li>Spinning &amp; Weaving: Marie Amthauer (x2)</li><li>Needlework Articles &amp; Linens: Jamie Getting, Kathy Triplett</li><li>Holiday: Shelley Hopper</li><li>Sewing: Amber Faloona (x2)</li><li>Picture/Wall Hanging: Marie Amthauer</li>
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 <li>Quilted by 2nd Party: Angela Beavers, Sunflower Quilt Guild</li><li>Machine/Longarm Quilting (&gt;7200 sq in): Phyllis Sanders (x2)</li><li>Twin, Lap, Rag Quilt, Throw (&lt;7200 sq in): Trudy Barker (x2)</li><li>Quilted Article – Table Topper: Jaye Otte, Kathy Triplett</li><li>Quilted Article – Wall Hanging: Linda Henderson, Kathy Hubka</li>
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 <li>Quilted Article: Joss Depew</li>
 </ul><h2>VISUAL ARTS &amp; CRAFTS (91 entries)</h2><h2>Adults</h2>Champion / Reserve Champion<ul>
 <li>Picture: Jackie Breese, Leah Palm</li><li>Crafts: Montika Allen Atkinson, Shelley Hopper</li><li>Metal Work: Shelley Hopper</li><li>Woodwork: Lois Strauss</li>
 </ul><h2>Youth (all ages)</h2>Champion / Reserve Champion<ul>
 <li>Picture: Joseph Teeter, Leilamae A</li><li>Crafts: Kennedy Woods, Easton Spellman</li><li>Recycled Art: Corabel Hock (x2)</li>
 </ul><h2>PHOTOGRAPHY (121 entries)</h2><h2>Adults</h2>Champion / Reserve Champion<ul>
 <li>Black &amp; White: Cheri Olson, Carey Smith</li><li>Color: Cheri Olson, Mica Stites</li>
 </ul><h2>Youth (4–10)</h2>Champion / Reserve Champion<ul>
 <li>Black &amp; White: Remington Spellman, Easton Spellman</li><li>Color: —</li>
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 <li>Color: Savion Yeager, Adrian Williams</li>
 </ul><h2>FLORICULTURE (37 entries)</h2><h2>Adults</h2>Champion / Reserve Champion<ul>
 <li>Fresh Flower or Foliage Arrangement: Jaye Otte, Karen Erichsen</li><li>Single Specimen: Jackie Breese (x2)</li><li>Plant: Cheri Olson, Jenny Erichsen</li>
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 <li>Plant: Remington Spellman</li><li>Single Specimen: Easton Spellman</li>
 </ul><h2>HORTICULTURE (25 entries)</h2><h2>Adults</h2>Champion / Reserve Champion<ul>
 <li>Small Vegetable: Karen Erichson, Marcie Proietti</li><li>Fruit or Nut: Marcie Proietti, Ray Kruse</li><li>Mixed Fruit/Vegetable: Gary Penn</li>
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 <li>Small Vegetable: Leo Anderes (x2)</li>
 </ul><h2>AGRICULTURE (1 entry)</h2><h2>Youth</h2>Champion <ul>
 <li>Crops: Leo Anderes</li>
 </ul>Sponsors:A BIG thank you to Brookdale Senior Living of Junction City for being the Corporate Sponsor for the Geary County Free Fair Open Class exhibits and prizes. Special thanks to contest sponsors Clarks Creek Extension Education Unit, Walla Walla Extension Education Unit, Ace Hardware, and Waters Hardware (all of Junction City). Also thanks to our regional/national contest sponsor: Kansas Wheat Commission.<figure>
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United Way of Junction City / Geary County is continuing their Stuff the Bus program tomorrow, Saturday, July 26. Collection locations will be at Walmart and Dillons in Junction City from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Nichole Mader, the Executive Director of United Way of Junction City / Geary County, said the program benefits all schools in USD 475 - Geary County Schools, USD 473 - Chapman Schools, and St. Xavier in Junction City.

This Saturday, July 26, and&nbsp; next Saturday, August 2 are the two final collection dates for this year.

A wish list of supplies is posted below. Also, drop-off locations are posted below if you purchase items outside of the Saturday collection days.

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JC
Now Candidate Forum – 107.9 FM / 1420 AM – KJCK Radio


Airing Monday-Friday – July
28-August 1 -
Five minutes for each
candidate


Airs in alphabetical order by
Last Name -&nbsp;
7:35 a.m. and 8:35 a.m.
candidates will air

The Primary Election Day is Tuesday, August 5, and the only race on the ballot is the Junction City Commission Race.

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Now Candidate Forum – 107.9 FM / 1420 AM – KJCK Radio
Airing Monday-Friday – July
28-August 1 -
Five minutes for each
candidate
Airs in alphabetical order by
Last Name -&nbsp;
7:35 a.m. and 8:35 a.m.
candidates will airFull
Schedule is below
Monday, July 28
7:35 a.m. - William R. Arnold
Jr
8:35 a.m. - Terry Butler
Tuesday, July 29
7:35 a.m. - Heath Gadberry
8:35 a.m. - Jim Germann
Wednesday, July 30
7:35 a.m. - Al Gordon
8:35 a.m. - Robert Laster
Thursday, July 31
7:35 a.m. - Joe Markley
8:35 a.m. - Kelly Niemcyzk
Friday, August 1
7:35 a.m. - John L. Tice
8:35 a.m. - Sam YoskowitzThe Primary Election Day is Tuesday, August 5, and the only race on the ballot is the Junction City Commission Race.

KJCK's JC Now Candidate Forum will air on the radio next week

Fair Photos from the auction Thursday night.

The fair completed its run Thursday night with a pork barbecue / watermelon feed and a premium auction.

Results are in from the 4-H Swine Show at the Geary County Free Fair

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Grand Swine Showman: Colden Blockcolsky

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Reserve Swine Showman: Cody Brown

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Champion Breeding Swine: Tava Gustafson

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Champion Market Swine: Nolan Langvardt

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Reserve Champion Market Swine: Cody Brown

Thursday is the final day of the Geary County Free Fair.

Highlights Thursday include the 4-H Livestock Showmanship at 10:00 a.m., the Milford Nature Center from 4-6 p.m., the 4-H Barbecue and Watermelon feed from 4:30-6:30 p.m. and the 4-H Project and Livestock Auction at 6:30 p.m.&nbsp;

Extension Agent Kyler Langvardt expects appeoximately 25 project and 25 livestock entries in the auction.

Results are in from the 4-H Beef Show at the Geary County Free Fair.

Grand Bucket Calf 7 to 9 – Elena Svoboda&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 

Reserve Bucket Calf 7 to 9 – Leo Anderes

Reserve Bucket Calf 10-12 – Case Proetti

Numerous other exhibits and animals were on display at the Geary County Free Fair Tuesday evening.&nbsp;

Four-H sheep and goats took center stage at the Geary County Free Fair Monday evening. ( Photos by Kyler langvardt )

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Sheperd’s Lead Champion – Corabel Hock

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Breeding Champion – Kaycee Brown

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Champion Showman – Kaycee Brown

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Reserve Showman – Charlie Strauss

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Champion Market Lamb – Kaycee Brown

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Reserve Market Lamb – Kaycee Brown

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Breeding Champion – Tava Gustafson

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Breeding Reserve – Kaycee Brown

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Champion Showman – Tava Gustafson

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Reserve Showman – Kaycee Brown

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Champion Meat Goat – Tava Gustafson

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Reserve Meat Goat -&nbsp; Kaycee Brown

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 </figure>Sheep:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Sheperd’s Lead Champion – Corabel Hock&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Breeding Champion – Kaycee Brown&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Champion Showman – Kaycee Brown&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Reserve Showman – Charlie Strauss&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Champion Market Lamb – Kaycee Brown&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Reserve Market Lamb – Kaycee BrownGoats:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Breeding Champion – Tava Gustafson&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Breeding Reserve – Kaycee Brown&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Champion Showman – Tava Gustafson&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Reserve Showman – Kaycee Brown&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Champion Meat Goat – Tava Gustafson&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Reserve Meat Goat -&nbsp; Kaycee Brown

Geary County Free Fair highlights

K-State Division of Communications an Marketing

MANHATTAN —&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.ageconomics.k-state.edu/directory/faculty_directory/griffin/">Terry Griffin</a>, professor of&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.ageconomics.k-state.edu/">agricultural economics</a>&nbsp;at Kansas State University and a precision agriculture economist, has been appointed to the second cohort of the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.weather.gov/swag">Space Weather Advisory Group</a>, a crucial advisory body for the White House Subcommittee on&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.sworm.gov/">Space Weather Operations, Research and Mitigation</a>, or SWORM. His expertise will contribute to national preparedness against space weather events through 2027.

The group, or SWAG, advises SWORM on improving the ability of the U.S. to prepare for, mitigate, respond to&nbsp;and recover from space weather events such as solar flares and geomagnetic storms. SWAG also advises improving the flow of knowledge and technology between research and operational applications and will develop and implement an integrated space weather observation strategy including subsequent updates and reevaluations.

“As a representative of our nation's end-users who are directly affected by space weather, I have been estimating potential economic damages to agriculture, construction, drilling and mining when GPS technology, also known internationally as Global Navigation Satellite System, signal degradation occurs,” Griffin said.

Griffin’s impactful research, publications, and presentations on solar storm effects on precision agriculture includes&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/news-and-publications/news/stories/2025/04/agriculture-solar-weather-gps-outage.html">his work on the Gannon Storm in May 2024</a>, which occurred while many producers were planting corn. Midwestern farms were particularly susceptible to Global Navigation Satellite System, or GNSS, signal degradation, which significantly impacted the accuracy of precision agriculture technologies.

This vulnerability was heightened by fewer available fieldwork days due to unfavorable weather, further delaying planting.

"Currently, about 70% of planted acres in the United States rely on equipment that uses GPS automated guidance to make straight parallel lines through the field," Griffin said. "We no longer exclusively use physical row markers, and the equipment is getting bigger to the point that we can no longer operate when the GPS is taken away. Not all farms were affected, but those that were lost on average about $17,000 per farm. It's not catastrophic, but they'll miss it."

Along with other members of SWAG, Griffin will continue work on a user-needs survey to identify the space weather research, observations, forecasting&nbsp;and modeling advances required to improve space weather products.

The timing of this effort is of great importance at this time in solar maximum.

“Although GPS has been used for agricultural purposes since the mid-1990s, we are just now experiencing heightened amounts of solar activity during the GNSS era," Griffin said. "Automated guidance technology was commercialized during the tail end of Solar Cycle 23 then the next solar cycle was relatively calm in comparison. It is increasingly likely that the next two growing seasons will have adverse GNSS outages for the farming community.”

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1753453314743.jpeg" alt="Terry Griffin, professor of agricultural economics and a precision agriculture economist at K-State, has been appointed to a prominent research group that advises the White House on space weather." />
 <figcaption>Terry Griffin, professor of agricultural economics and a precision agriculture economist at K-State, has been appointed to a prominent research group that advises the White House on space weather.</figcaption>
 </figure>By Mary SullivanK-State Division of Communications an MarketingMANHATTAN —&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.ageconomics.k-state.edu/directory/faculty_directory/griffin/">Terry Griffin</a>, professor of&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.ageconomics.k-state.edu/">agricultural economics</a>&nbsp;at Kansas State University and a precision agriculture economist, has been appointed to the second cohort of the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.weather.gov/swag">Space Weather Advisory Group</a>, a crucial advisory body for the White House Subcommittee on&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.sworm.gov/">Space Weather Operations, Research and Mitigation</a>, or SWORM. His expertise will contribute to national preparedness against space weather events through 2027.The group, or SWAG, advises SWORM on improving the ability of the U.S. to prepare for, mitigate, respond to&nbsp;and recover from space weather events such as solar flares and geomagnetic storms. SWAG also advises improving the flow of knowledge and technology between research and operational applications and will develop and implement an integrated space weather observation strategy including subsequent updates and reevaluations.“As a representative of our nation's end-users who are directly affected by space weather, I have been estimating potential economic damages to agriculture, construction, drilling and mining when GPS technology, also known internationally as Global Navigation Satellite System, signal degradation occurs,” Griffin said.Griffin’s impactful research, publications, and presentations on solar storm effects on precision agriculture includes&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/news-and-publications/news/stories/2025/04/agriculture-solar-weather-gps-outage.html">his work on the Gannon Storm in May 2024</a>, which occurred while many producers were planting corn. Midwestern farms were particularly susceptible to Global Navigation Satellite System, or GNSS, signal degradation, which significantly impacted the accuracy of precision agriculture technologies.This vulnerability was heightened by fewer available fieldwork days due to unfavorable weather, further delaying planting."Currently, about 70% of planted acres in the United States rely on equipment that uses GPS automated guidance to make straight parallel lines through the field," Griffin said. "We no longer exclusively use physical row markers, and the equipment is getting bigger to the point that we can no longer operate when the GPS is taken away. Not all farms were affected, but those that were lost on average about $17,000 per farm. It's not catastrophic, but they'll miss it."Along with other members of SWAG, Griffin will continue work on a user-needs survey to identify the space weather research, observations, forecasting&nbsp;and modeling advances required to improve space weather products.The timing of this effort is of great importance at this time in solar maximum.“Although GPS has been used for agricultural purposes since the mid-1990s, we are just now experiencing heightened amounts of solar activity during the GNSS era," Griffin said. "Automated guidance technology was commercialized during the tail end of Solar Cycle 23 then the next solar cycle was relatively calm in comparison. It is increasingly likely that the next two growing seasons will have adverse GNSS outages for the farming community.”

K-State agricultural economist appointed to Space Weather Advisory Group to White House

Recent Booking Activity for the Geary County Detention Center. All persons included in this post are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law.

Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable.

Jeffrey Mickle, Failure to appear, arrested 07/24

Samantha Foster, Failure to appear, arrested 07/24

Recent Booking Activity for the Geary County Detention Center. All persons included in this post are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law.<figure>
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 </figure>Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable.Jeffrey Mickle, Failure to appear, arrested 07/24Samantha Foster, Failure to appear, arrested 07/24Recent Booking Activity for the Geary County Detention Center. All persons included in this post are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law.

Geary County Booking Photos July 25

Geary County Free Fair 4-H Project and Livestock Auction results

There were a total of 66 items sold on Thursday night. -&nbsp; (39 livestock/27 project items)

The Total premiums from the auction was $59,250. -&nbsp; ($46,350 livestock/$12,900 project items).

Nolan Langvardt, Blue Line, Grand Champ, Cross, $2,000

Tava Gustafson, Clarks Creek, Grand Champ, Hereford, $2,100

Kaycee Brown, Clarks Creek, Grand Champ, Shropshire, $1,800

Grady Oentrich, Humboldt, Grand Champ, Bench, $550

Kaitlyn Sohnrey, Humboldt, Grand Champ, No knead jalapeño cheddar bread, $350

Elisabeth Smith, Lyon Creek, Grand Champ, Pucker up, buttercup food basket, $450

Jared Kline, Humboldt, Grand Champ, Farm to table photo &amp; bread basket, $425

Cody Brown, Clarks Creek, Res Grand Champ, Cross, $1,900

Archer Anderes, Blue Line, Breed Champ, Berkshire, $1,550

Hanna Miller, Lyon Creek, Breed Champ, Duroc, $2,000

Ryle Langvardt, Blue Line, Class Champ, Spot, $850

Newt Miller, Lyon Creek, Class Champ, Cross, $1,000

Grant Roeser, Humboldt, Class Res Champ, Cross, $1,000

Braden Blockcolsky, Clarks Creek, Class Res Champ, Cross, $700

Gracen Gfeller, Lyon Creek, Blue, Berkshire, $900

Case Proietti, Humboldt, Blue, Cross, $725

Clara Gfeller, Lyon Creek, Blue, Cross, $1,000

Colden Blockcolsky, Clarks Creek, Red, Cross, $850

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 </figure>Geary County Free Fair 4-H Project and Livestock Auction results--There were a total of 66 items sold on Thursday night. -&nbsp; (39 livestock/27 project items)The Total premiums from the auction was $59,250. -&nbsp; ($46,350 livestock/$12,900 project items).<h2>Champion Market Hog</h2>Nolan Langvardt, Blue Line, Grand Champ, Cross, $2,000<h2> Champion Market Beef</h2>Tava Gustafson, Clarks Creek, Grand Champ, Hereford, $2,100<h2>Champion Market Lamb</h2>Kaycee Brown, Clarks Creek, Grand Champ, Shropshire, $1,800<h2>Champion Projects</h2>Grady Oentrich, Humboldt, Grand Champ, Bench, $550Kaitlyn Sohnrey, Humboldt, Grand Champ, No knead jalapeño cheddar bread, $350Elisabeth Smith, Lyon Creek, Grand Champ, Pucker up, buttercup food basket, $450Jared Kline, Humboldt, Grand Champ, Farm to table photo &amp; bread basket, $425<h2>Market Hogs</h2>Cody Brown, Clarks Creek, Res Grand Champ, Cross, $1,900Archer Anderes, Blue Line, Breed Champ, Berkshire, $1,550Hanna Miller, Lyon Creek, Breed Champ, Duroc, $2,000Ryle Langvardt, Blue Line, Class Champ, Spot, $850Newt Miller, Lyon Creek, Class Champ, Cross, $1,000Grant Roeser, Humboldt, Class Res Champ, Cross, $1,000Braden Blockcolsky, Clarks Creek, Class Res Champ, Cross, $700Gracen Gfeller, Lyon Creek, Blue, Berkshire, $900Brock Nabus, Humboldt, Blue, Cross, $750Case Proietti, Humboldt, Blue, Cross, $725Clara Gfeller, Lyon Creek, Blue, Cross, $1,000Colden Blockcolsky, Clarks Creek, Red, Cross, $850Leo Anderes, Blue Line, Red, Berkshire, $1,150Deyton Dibben, Humboldt, Red, Cross, $1,450Morgan Nabus, Humboldt, Red, Cross, $1,025Brittney Dibben, Humboldt, Red, Cross, $1,600Gracie Erichsen, Clarks Creek, Red, Cross, $900<h2>Market Goats</h2>Ayla Walker, Humboldt, Class Res Champ, Boer, $600Odynn Beamer, Humboldt, Red, Boer, $375Kaleah Walker, Humboldt, Red, Boer, $375<h2>Market Lambs</h2>Braeden Poole, Humboldt, Breed Champ, Hampshire, $1,050Charles Strauss, Lyon Creek, Breed Champ, Southdown, $1,400<h2>Market Beef</h2>Grant Slough, Lyon Creek, Res Grand Champ, Market Heifer, $1,000Cade Snider, Blue Line, Breed Champ, Cross, $1,525Hadley Gfeller, Blue Line, Class Champ, 2-year bucket calf, $1,100Blake Proietti, Humboldt, Class Champ, Cross, $1,000Ethan Goodyear, Blue Line, Res Class Champ, Cross, $1,000Addy Snider, Blue Line, Res Class Champ, Cross, $1,300Koy Gibbs, Clarks Creek, Red, Cross, $1,100Tyler Proietti, Humboldt, Blue, Cross, $1,000Grason Fiedler, Blue Line, Blue, Cross, $1,400Corabel Hock, Blue Line, Red, Market Heifer, $1,275Reece Langvardt, Blue Line, Red, Charolais, $1,700Macy Goodyear, Humboldt, Red, Cross, $1,100Kourtney Dibben, Humboldt, Red, Cross, $1,500Caden Goodyear, Humboldt, Red, Cross, $1,300<h2> Projects</h2>Bo Ryan, Humboldt, Purple, Kaleidoscope picture, $350Charles Weigel, Lyon Creek, Blue, Plum cream scones brunch tray, $275Natalie Briones, Clarks Creek, Purple, Double chocolate chip cookies, $300Austin Sohnrey, Humboldt, Blue, Molasses cookies, $300April Strauss, Lyon Creek, Purple, Firework picture &amp; basket, $350Kinley McCallum, Humboldt, Blue, Lemon blueberry scones, $775Sean Mueller, Humboldt, Blue, Pineapple upside-down cake tray, $375Cori L., Blue Line, Blue, Painting of the valley, $275Iris Briones, Clarks Creek, Purple, Honeycomb marshmallow treats, $375Eliot Oentrich, Humboldt, Class Champ, Southwest wall hanging, $525Josie Strauss, Lyon Creek, Purple, The best strawberry rhubarb pie, $1,500Cade McCallum, Humboldt, Res Grand Champ, Adirondack chair, $600Adrian Williams, Lyon Creek, Res Grand Champ, Strawberry jam, $350Lily Kvack, Clarks Creek, Res Grand Champ, Food gift basket, $400Remington Spellman, Lyon Creek, Purple, Secret ingredient cookies, $425Kennedy Moreland, Lyon Creek, Class Champ, Silk flower arrangement, $450Grace Mueller, Humboldt, Purple, Speedy brownies basket, $425Emilia Weigel, Lyon Creek, Blue, Banana snack cake &amp; coffee basket, $350Lily Moreland, Lyon Creek, Purple, Peach pie, $600Eloise Ryan, Humboldt, Class Champ, Cowboy quilt, $575Jacob Roeser, Humboldt, Purple, Cinnamon bread, $600Olivia Kline, Humboldt, Purple, Jalapeño cheese bread basket, $500Addison Gibson, Humboldt, Purple, Snickerdoodles, $450--Information provided by Geary County K-State Extension Office.