MANHATTAN — Her voice was undeniable. Her fire was unstoppable. Her triumph was unlike any other. At 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 13, "TINA — The Tina Turner Musical" brings the story of rock 'n' roll legend Tina Turner to McCain Auditorium as part of Kansas State University's McCain Performance Series.

Written by Olivier Award-winning playwright Katori Hall and directed by Tony Award nominee Phyllida Lloyd, "TINA — The Tina Turner Musical" follows Turner's inspiring journey, celebrating her evolution as an artist and her groundbreaking work as a woman in the rock 'n' roll scene — all set to an energetic soundtrack of fan-favorite songs, including "What's Love Got To Do With It," "Proud Mary," "Private Dancer" and "River Deep – Mountain High."

"TINA — The Tina Turner Musical" is recommended for ages 14 and older. The production includes loud music, strobe lighting, haze, guns, scenes depicting domestic violence and strong language.

Box office: McCain Auditorium lobby, noon to 4 p.m., Wednesday-Friday

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 </figure>KSUMANHATTAN — Her voice was undeniable. Her fire was unstoppable. Her triumph was unlike any other. At 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 13, "TINA — The Tina Turner Musical" brings the story of rock 'n' roll legend Tina Turner to McCain Auditorium as part of Kansas State University's McCain Performance Series.Written by Olivier Award-winning playwright Katori Hall and directed by Tony Award nominee Phyllida Lloyd, "TINA — The Tina Turner Musical" follows Turner's inspiring journey, celebrating her evolution as an artist and her groundbreaking work as a woman in the rock 'n' roll scene — all set to an energetic soundtrack of fan-favorite songs, including "What's Love Got To Do With It," "Proud Mary," "Private Dancer" and "River Deep – Mountain High.""TINA — The Tina Turner Musical" is recommended for ages 14 and older. The production includes loud music, strobe lighting, haze, guns, scenes depicting domestic violence and strong language.Ticket information:Online: mccain.k-state.eduBox office: McCain Auditorium lobby, noon to 4 p.m., Wednesday-FridayPhone: 785-532-6428

 'TINA — The Tina Turner Musical' set to light up McCain Auditorium

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating an accident that occurred just before 9p.m. Friday&nbsp;near the 200 block of Fort Riley Blvd., according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

Officers found a Ford Ranger was involved in a single-vehicle rollover accident driven by an unknown driver. 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 accident that occurred just before 9p.m. Friday&nbsp;near the 200 block of Fort Riley Blvd., according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.Officers found a Ford Ranger was involved in a single-vehicle rollover accident driven by an unknown driver. 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: Driver fled pickup rollover accident

DUBLIN (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers confirmed that backup quarterback Skylar Thompson, who played at Kansas State, was involved in an incident this weekend after a report that the player had been robbed.

The Irish Independent newspaper reported Sunday that Thompson was assaulted and robbed either Friday night or early Saturday in Dublin.

Irish public service broadcaster RTE reported that police, called Gardaí, “were aware of an incident involving a man in his 20s in the Dame Street area in the early hours of yesterday.”

The 28-year-old Thompson has been on injured reserve and wasn’t eligible to play Sunday in what is Ireland’s first regular-season NFL game. The&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/steelers-vikings-score-dublin-ireland-7e948b2577e3ee6818292553b4170c92">Steelers beat the Minnesota Vikings 24-21</a>, and Thompson was at the game.

“We are aware of a situation involving Skylar Thompson on Friday night in Dublin. We will have no further comment at this time as we are working with NFL security to gather more information regarding the incident,” Steelers spokesman Burt Lauten said.

Gardaí did not immediately respond to a request to comment by The Associated Press.

The Independent reported that Thompson was briefly treated at a local hospital for minor injuries.

Steelers coach Mike Tomlin did not mention Thomson’s status at his postgame news conference.

Linebacker T.J. Watt was asked about it and responded: “I don’t have enough to comment on that.”

The NFL Players Association said it was “relieved to know that he is okay.”

“The NFLPA is actively gathering more information and working to understand the full circumstances surrounding what took place,”&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/NFLPA/status/1972333658347368527" target="_blank">it said in a statement</a>. “As always, our priority is the health and safety of our player members — especially as we continue to work on the player protections and well-being while playing international games — and we will continue to support Skylar in any way he needs.” The NFL declined to comment.

Thompson was at Kansas State from 2016-2021, according to his online bio.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1759148893615.png" alt="Skylar Thompson-photo courtesy Pittsburg Steelers" />
 <figcaption>Skylar Thompson-photo courtesy Pittsburg Steelers</figcaption>
 </figure>DUBLIN (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers confirmed that backup quarterback Skylar Thompson, who played at Kansas State, was involved in an incident this weekend after a report that the player had been robbed.The Irish Independent newspaper reported Sunday that Thompson was assaulted and robbed either Friday night or early Saturday in Dublin.Irish public service broadcaster RTE reported that police, called Gardaí, “were aware of an incident involving a man in his 20s in the Dame Street area in the early hours of yesterday.”The 28-year-old Thompson has been on injured reserve and wasn’t eligible to play Sunday in what is Ireland’s first regular-season NFL game. The&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/steelers-vikings-score-dublin-ireland-7e948b2577e3ee6818292553b4170c92">Steelers beat the Minnesota Vikings 24-21</a>, and Thompson was at the game.“We are aware of a situation involving Skylar Thompson on Friday night in Dublin. We will have no further comment at this time as we are working with NFL security to gather more information regarding the incident,” Steelers spokesman Burt Lauten said.Gardaí did not immediately respond to a request to comment by The Associated Press.The Independent reported that Thompson was briefly treated at a local hospital for minor injuries.Steelers coach Mike Tomlin did not mention Thomson’s status at his postgame news conference.Linebacker T.J. Watt was asked about it and responded: “I don’t have enough to comment on that.”The NFL Players Association said it was “relieved to know that he is okay.”“The NFLPA is actively gathering more information and working to understand the full circumstances surrounding what took place,”&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/NFLPA/status/1972333658347368527" target="_blank">it said in a statement</a>. “As always, our priority is the health and safety of our player members — especially as we continue to work on the player protections and well-being while playing international games — and we will continue to support Skylar in any way he needs.” The NFL declined to comment.Thompson was at Kansas State from 2016-2021, according to his online bio.

Former K-State quarterback assaulted, robbed in Ireland

&nbsp;By <a href="https://www.kcur.org/people/noah-taborda">NOAH TABORDA</a> <a href="https://www.kcur.org/health/2025-09-24/some-kansas-foster-kids-suffer-extreme-instability-as-state-still-fails-to-fix-longstanding-issues">Kansas News Service</a>

A new report reflects how Kansas is falling short of some its commitments to improve the state's foster system.

Kansas kids in foster care still face severe placement instability despite some marginal improvements to the state system.

An<a href="https://cssp.org/resource/mcintyre-v-howard-progress-of-kansas-department-of-children-and-families-2024/" target="_blank">&nbsp;audit by the Center for the Study of Social Policy</a>&nbsp;reviewed the state’s performance in helping children in the state’s custody over the last year. Advocates described the annual report from the independent evaluator reviewing the state and its foster care contractors as a “mixed bag.”

The Kansas Department for Children and Families has now met eight of 14 obligations laid out in a 2020 lawsuit settlement. But the state is coming up short or falling behind for the other commitments.

Leecia Welch, Deputy Legal Director for Children’s Rights, says the number of children struggling to find a permanent home in some parts of the state is still a major concern.

“The report should be a wake-up call for anyone who cares about the well-being of children in Kansas,” Welch said. “Each of these data points reflects a child whose life is in limbo — not knowing where she will sleep that night, missing school, and disconnected from family and friends.”

In 2020, the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kansasappleseed.org/foster-care-lawsuit/" target="_blank">state settled a lawsuit with child welfare advocacy group Kansas Appleseed</a>&nbsp;over issues relating to instability for foster care children. The agreement included an annual evaluation and report by an independent party to check on the state’s promises to improve.

This year, the state agency met four additional obligations relating to placement stability, mental health and trauma screens, and capacity and crisis intervention teams. In&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dcf.ks.gov/Newsroom/Pages/Child-Welfare-Reform.aspx" target="_blank">a statement</a>, Secretary Laura Howard touted how the audit showed most kids were in stable placement in the 2024 calendar year.

“We remain committed to maintaining these results and pressing forward to fulfill the remaining commitments,” Howard said.

Still, advocates say the report shows there is more work to do to improve the foster care system, with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kcur.org/politics-elections-and-government/2024-09-17/kansas-failing-in-its-promise-to-fix-foster-care-system-new-audit-finds-let-down-at-every-turn" target="_blank">many issues from the previous audit</a>&nbsp;popping up again. While 92% of children in state custody are in stable placement, children without a permanent home continue to experience “extreme” instability.

In 2024, 341 kids bounced around temporary homes six or more times. These kids account for just 4% of children in custody, but experienced 50% of the total moves last year.

In addition, 100 children spent more than 300 nights without placement, compared to 57 kids and 83 nights the year prior. The study also showed that Black children were more likely to face instability.

Many regions of the state showed improvements in placement stability, but Teresa Woody, litigation director for Kansas Appleseed, pointed to worsening rates in Sedgwick County and western Kansas. Most of the Kansas kids who experienced placement instability were in those areas. She said short-term placements have more than doubled in those regions since 2021.

“It is especially concerning,” Woody said, “that many of the children in these regions who lack stable placements are children as young as 2 years old.”

That corresponds with an increasing need for foster care in Sedgwick County, which includes Wichita, over the past five years. One in four Kansas kids in the foster care system are from Sedgwick County, according to the state.

Placement instability is also feeding into unmet behavioral and mental health needs, Woody said. While Kansas met its obligation to provide initial mental health and trauma screens and expanded access to crisis intervention services, the study showed a little more than one-third of kids who need mental health services did not receive appropriate care.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1758905951927.png" alt="An annual audit of the state foster care system shows some improvements coupled with major regression in terms of placement stability and continued issues with mental health services. Photo by Blaise Mesa/Kansas News Service" />
 <figcaption>An annual audit of the state foster care system shows some improvements coupled with major regression in terms of placement stability and continued issues with mental health services. Photo by Blaise Mesa/Kansas News Service</figcaption>
 </figure>&nbsp;By <a href="https://www.kcur.org/people/noah-taborda">NOAH TABORDA</a> <a href="https://www.kcur.org/health/2025-09-24/some-kansas-foster-kids-suffer-extreme-instability-as-state-still-fails-to-fix-longstanding-issues">Kansas News Service</a><h2>A new report reflects how Kansas is falling short of some its commitments to improve the state's foster system.</h2>Kansas kids in foster care still face severe placement instability despite some marginal improvements to the state system.An<a href="https://cssp.org/resource/mcintyre-v-howard-progress-of-kansas-department-of-children-and-families-2024/" target="_blank">&nbsp;audit by the Center for the Study of Social Policy</a>&nbsp;reviewed the state’s performance in helping children in the state’s custody over the last year. Advocates described the annual report from the independent evaluator reviewing the state and its foster care contractors as a “mixed bag.”The Kansas Department for Children and Families has now met eight of 14 obligations laid out in a 2020 lawsuit settlement. But the state is coming up short or falling behind for the other commitments.Leecia Welch, Deputy Legal Director for Children’s Rights, says the number of children struggling to find a permanent home in some parts of the state is still a major concern.“The report should be a wake-up call for anyone who cares about the well-being of children in Kansas,” Welch said. “Each of these data points reflects a child whose life is in limbo — not knowing where she will sleep that night, missing school, and disconnected from family and friends.”In 2020, the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kansasappleseed.org/foster-care-lawsuit/" target="_blank">state settled a lawsuit with child welfare advocacy group Kansas Appleseed</a>&nbsp;over issues relating to instability for foster care children. The agreement included an annual evaluation and report by an independent party to check on the state’s promises to improve.This year, the state agency met four additional obligations relating to placement stability, mental health and trauma screens, and capacity and crisis intervention teams. In&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dcf.ks.gov/Newsroom/Pages/Child-Welfare-Reform.aspx" target="_blank">a statement</a>, Secretary Laura Howard touted how the audit showed most kids were in stable placement in the 2024 calendar year.“We remain committed to maintaining these results and pressing forward to fulfill the remaining commitments,” Howard said.Still, advocates say the report shows there is more work to do to improve the foster care system, with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kcur.org/politics-elections-and-government/2024-09-17/kansas-failing-in-its-promise-to-fix-foster-care-system-new-audit-finds-let-down-at-every-turn" target="_blank">many issues from the previous audit</a>&nbsp;popping up again. While 92% of children in state custody are in stable placement, children without a permanent home continue to experience “extreme” instability.In 2024, 341 kids bounced around temporary homes six or more times. These kids account for just 4% of children in custody, but experienced 50% of the total moves last year.In addition, 100 children spent more than 300 nights without placement, compared to 57 kids and 83 nights the year prior. The study also showed that Black children were more likely to face instability.Many regions of the state showed improvements in placement stability, but Teresa Woody, litigation director for Kansas Appleseed, pointed to worsening rates in Sedgwick County and western Kansas. Most of the Kansas kids who experienced placement instability were in those areas. She said short-term placements have more than doubled in those regions since 2021.“It is especially concerning,” Woody said, “that many of the children in these regions who lack stable placements are children as young as 2 years old.”That corresponds with an increasing need for foster care in Sedgwick County, which includes Wichita, over the past five years. One in four Kansas kids in the foster care system are from Sedgwick County, according to the state.Placement instability is also feeding into unmet behavioral and mental health needs, Woody said. While Kansas met its obligation to provide initial mental health and trauma screens and expanded access to crisis intervention services, the study showed a little more than one-third of kids who need mental health services did not receive appropriate care.

Some Kansas foster kids suffer 'extreme' instability as state still fails to fix longstanding issues

WASHINGTON, D.C. — It’s a good day for any federal or state government agency when they can say kids are safer, and it's that day for the Federal Trade Commission and the Utah Division of Consumer Protection. Together, they&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2025/09/ftc-takes-action-against-operators-pornhub-other-pornographic-sites-deceiving-users-about-efforts">announced a settlement</a>&nbsp;with Aylo, a collection of companies managing more than 100 porn sites (including Pornhub, YouPorn, and Redtube) over their distribution of child sex abuse materials, as well as non-consensual images and video.

Among other things, the Pornhub settlement requires Aylo to give you an easy way to report these kinds of illegal content. Each site will have a “Content Removal Request” where anyone can flag any illegal content they see. Aylo has to suspend the identified content and, if they find the content to be illegal, they must take it down. If they find that content includes children, Aylo has to ban whoever posted it and report the content to the&nbsp;<a href="https://consumer.ftc.gov/now-leaving?external_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.missingkids.org%2Fgethelpnow%2Fcybertipline&amp;back_url=https%3A%2F%2Fconsumer.ftc.gov%2Fconsumer-alerts%2F2025%2F09%2Fprotecting-kids-and-adults-online%3Futm_source%3Dgovdelivery">National Center for Missing and Exploited&nbsp;Children</a>.

The order also requires that Aylo give a case manager to anyone going through the removal of their images, if you ask. That case manager will help keep you informed about the process.

For the FTC, keeping illegal sexually explicit materials off the internet is a priority. In fact, starting in May 2026, the FTC will use its civil law enforcement authority to start enforcing parts of the Take It Down Act, while the Department of Justice brings criminal enforcement. Stay tuned for more.

Meanwhile, learn more about&nbsp;<a href="https://consumer.ftc.gov/identity-theft-and-online-security/online-privacy-and-security">protecting your online privacy</a>. And if you think Aylo or another website or app is violating your privacy or security, tell the FTC at&nbsp;<a href="https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/">ReportFraud.ftc.gov</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1757423693199.jpeg" alt="Photo by Pixabay" />
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 </figure>Federal Trade Commission WASHINGTON, D.C. — It’s a good day for any federal or state government agency when they can say kids are safer, and it's that day for the Federal Trade Commission and the Utah Division of Consumer Protection. Together, they&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2025/09/ftc-takes-action-against-operators-pornhub-other-pornographic-sites-deceiving-users-about-efforts">announced a settlement</a>&nbsp;with Aylo, a collection of companies managing more than 100 porn sites (including Pornhub, YouPorn, and Redtube) over their distribution of child sex abuse materials, as well as non-consensual images and video.Among other things, the Pornhub settlement requires Aylo to give you an easy way to report these kinds of illegal content. Each site will have a “Content Removal Request” where anyone can flag any illegal content they see. Aylo has to suspend the identified content and, if they find the content to be illegal, they must take it down. If they find that content includes children, Aylo has to ban whoever posted it and report the content to the&nbsp;<a href="https://consumer.ftc.gov/now-leaving?external_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.missingkids.org%2Fgethelpnow%2Fcybertipline&amp;back_url=https%3A%2F%2Fconsumer.ftc.gov%2Fconsumer-alerts%2F2025%2F09%2Fprotecting-kids-and-adults-online%3Futm_source%3Dgovdelivery">National Center for Missing and Exploited&nbsp;Children</a>.The order also requires that Aylo give a case manager to anyone going through the removal of their images, if you ask. That case manager will help keep you informed about the process.For the FTC, keeping illegal sexually explicit materials off the internet is a priority. In fact, starting in May 2026, the FTC will use its civil law enforcement authority to start enforcing parts of the Take It Down Act, while the Department of Justice brings criminal enforcement. Stay tuned for more.Meanwhile, learn more about&nbsp;<a href="https://consumer.ftc.gov/identity-theft-and-online-security/online-privacy-and-security">protecting your online privacy</a>. And if you think Aylo or another website or app is violating your privacy or security, tell the FTC at&nbsp;<a href="https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/">ReportFraud.ftc.gov</a>.

FTC: Protecting kids, adults online

By&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hppr.org/people/calen-moore">CALEN MOORE</a> <a href="https://www.kcur.org/2025-09-22/kansas-sorghum-farmers-will-have-their-biggest-yield-in-years-but-tariffs-killed-the-market">Kansas News Service&nbsp;</a>

Kansas farmers are hurting after China’s retaliatory tariffs on the United States closed a major market for the state’s biggest crop. Despite a productive year, farmers across Kansas may not break even.

Farm fields across Kansas are turning amber as sorghum crops come to full maturity. The state's farmers are expecting a bountiful harvest this year thanks to more rain than recent years.

But that's also coming at the same time the sorghum market is drying up thanks to U.S. tariffs on China. That means Kansas farmers are losing out.

Historically, Kansas is known as the wheat state. But in more recent years, it’s become the king of sorghum. The grain grows really well in Kansas. It’s also versatile like corn and can be used for livestock feed and biofuel production.

In Scott City, Amy France and her husband have been growing sorghum for decades. Even one of their children started farming nearby.&nbsp;&nbsp;

She said their crop was gorgeous this year.

“It was the best crop we’ve had in years,” France said. “We're expecting a 23% larger crop this year, which is absolutely a blessing.”

More rain than usual in semi-arid western Kansas has led to healthy sorghum and a higher yield of the grain.

For the first time since 2016, Kansas is&nbsp;<a href="https://droughtmonitor.unl.edu/CurrentMap/StateDroughtMonitor.aspx?KS" target="_blank">mostly out of drought</a>&nbsp;— 80% of the state is without any dry conditions.

Despite the crop doing well, farmers are finding it hard to sell.

President Donald Trump's trade war with China resulted in the sorghum price plummeting, leaving Kansas farmers unable to benefit from their productive crops.

In 2022, the price for grain was&nbsp;<a href="https://ksdata.ku.edu/ksdata/ksah/ag/16ag14.pdf" target="_blank">$12.30 per hundredweight</a>, which would be a little over $6 per bushel. For an&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/news-and-publications/news/stories/2025/02/agriculture-grain-sorghum-crop-trials-2024.html#:~:text=And%20yet%2C%20says%20Kansas%20State%20University%20assistant,13%20bushels%20higher%20than%20the%20previous%20year." target="_blank">average Kansas farmer</a>, that would be about $400 per acre.

But now the price is hovering around $3 per bushel, or about $200 per acre

Sorghum producers rely on the international market. The crop does not have a robust domestic market because most ethanol plants and feedyards prefer corn.

Over half of the state’s sorghum is exported, mostly to be used as animal feed or as an ingredient in a popular alcoholic drink in China.

Earlier this year, the U.S. imposed new tariffs on China. In retaliation, China enacted its own new tariffs on American imports. That’s led to buyers there purchasing little to no sorghum from U.S. farmers since April.

“China has been our number one export market,” France said. “With that being gone at the moment, it is difficult, leaving our producers without our single most critical outlet.”

Mark Welch, grain economist for Texas A&amp;M University, said China can do without American sorghum for a while. The big sorghum consumer has recently made Brazil and Australia as its new sources for the grain.

“Now we've got all this grain sorghum piling up,” Welch said, “what are we going to do with it?”

The U.S. sorghum will eventually sell because the price is so low. Some will go to Mexico or Europe, and some U.S. feedyards will buy a little more sorghum at a discount price.

But Kansas farmers won’t see great returns on their investment.

Welch said that’s not a sustainable situation for the grain belt.

“We're just built for a competitive advantage in the global ag markets,” Welch said, “and to step away from that would be a seismic shift in the structure of American agriculture.”

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1758905687433.png" alt="A sorghum plant exposes its kernels in Seward County. Photo by Calen Moore/ Kansas News Service&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>A sorghum plant exposes its kernels in Seward County. Photo by Calen Moore/ Kansas News Service&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>By&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hppr.org/people/calen-moore">CALEN MOORE</a> <a href="https://www.kcur.org/2025-09-22/kansas-sorghum-farmers-will-have-their-biggest-yield-in-years-but-tariffs-killed-the-market">Kansas News Service&nbsp;</a><h2>Kansas farmers are hurting after China’s retaliatory tariffs on the United States closed a major market for the state’s biggest crop. Despite a productive year, farmers across Kansas may not break even.</h2>Farm fields across Kansas are turning amber as sorghum crops come to full maturity. The state's farmers are expecting a bountiful harvest this year thanks to more rain than recent years.But that's also coming at the same time the sorghum market is drying up thanks to U.S. tariffs on China. That means Kansas farmers are losing out.Historically, Kansas is known as the wheat state. But in more recent years, it’s become the king of sorghum. The grain grows really well in Kansas. It’s also versatile like corn and can be used for livestock feed and biofuel production.In Scott City, Amy France and her husband have been growing sorghum for decades. Even one of their children started farming nearby.&nbsp;&nbsp;She said their crop was gorgeous this year.“It was the best crop we’ve had in years,” France said. “We're expecting a 23% larger crop this year, which is absolutely a blessing.”More rain than usual in semi-arid western Kansas has led to healthy sorghum and a higher yield of the grain.For the first time since 2016, Kansas is&nbsp;<a href="https://droughtmonitor.unl.edu/CurrentMap/StateDroughtMonitor.aspx?KS" target="_blank">mostly out of drought</a>&nbsp;— 80% of the state is without any dry conditions.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1758905536061.png" alt="Sorghum kernels sit in a pile in Wallace County. The kernels are used for feed or for ethanol processing. Photo by David Condos" />
 <figcaption>Sorghum kernels sit in a pile in Wallace County. The kernels are used for feed or for ethanol processing. Photo by David Condos</figcaption>
 </figure>Despite the crop doing well, farmers are finding it hard to sell.President Donald Trump's trade war with China resulted in the sorghum price plummeting, leaving Kansas farmers unable to benefit from their productive crops.In 2022, the price for grain was&nbsp;<a href="https://ksdata.ku.edu/ksdata/ksah/ag/16ag14.pdf" target="_blank">$12.30 per hundredweight</a>, which would be a little over $6 per bushel. For an&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/news-and-publications/news/stories/2025/02/agriculture-grain-sorghum-crop-trials-2024.html#:~:text=And%20yet%2C%20says%20Kansas%20State%20University%20assistant,13%20bushels%20higher%20than%20the%20previous%20year." target="_blank">average Kansas farmer</a>, that would be about $400 per acre.But now the price is hovering around $3 per bushel, or about $200 per acreSorghum producers rely on the international market. The crop does not have a robust domestic market because most ethanol plants and feedyards prefer corn.Over half of the state’s sorghum is exported, mostly to be used as animal feed or as an ingredient in a popular alcoholic drink in China.Earlier this year, the U.S. imposed new tariffs on China. In retaliation, China enacted its own new tariffs on American imports. That’s led to buyers there purchasing little to no sorghum from U.S. farmers since April.“China has been our number one export market,” France said. “With that being gone at the moment, it is difficult, leaving our producers without our single most critical outlet.”Mark Welch, grain economist for Texas A&amp;M University, said China can do without American sorghum for a while. The big sorghum consumer has recently made Brazil and Australia as its new sources for the grain.“Now we've got all this grain sorghum piling up,” Welch said, “what are we going to do with it?”The U.S. sorghum will eventually sell because the price is so low. Some will go to Mexico or Europe, and some U.S. feedyards will buy a little more sorghum at a discount price.But Kansas farmers won’t see great returns on their investment.Welch said that’s not a sustainable situation for the grain belt.“We're just built for a competitive advantage in the global ag markets,” Welch said, “and to step away from that would be a seismic shift in the structure of American agriculture.”

Kansas sorghum farmers will have their biggest yield in years. But tariffs killed the market

TOPEKA, KAN. —A Kansas woman was sentenced to 293 months in prison for the murder of her husband, a U.S. Army soldier, according to the United State's Attorney.

On February 14, 2025, a federal jury found Margaret E. Shafe, 31, guilty of murder in the second degree for killing her husband, Greg Shafe, in February 2024 at their home on the Fort Riley military installation. Evidence presented at trial showed that Shafe shot her husband in the face while in the presence of two minor children.&nbsp;

“Margaret Shafe deserves to go to prison. The evidence in this case showed she murdered her husband while the couple’s two young daughters were in the home,” said U.S. Attorney Ryan A. Kriegshauser. “The Court heard brave testimony from Ms. Shafe’s own daughter who witnessed her mother shoot her stepfather in a fury.”&nbsp;

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the U.S. Department of Army Criminal Investigation Division, and Fort Riley Fire and Emergency Services investigated the case.

Assistant U.S. Attorneys Sara Walton and Lindsey Debenham and Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Robin Graham prosecuted the case.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739588332020.png" alt="Shafe photo Shawnee County" />
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 </figure>TOPEKA, KAN. —A Kansas woman was sentenced to 293 months in prison for the murder of her husband, a U.S. Army soldier, according to the United State's Attorney.On February 14, 2025, a federal jury found Margaret E. Shafe, 31, guilty of murder in the second degree for killing her husband, Greg Shafe, in February 2024 at their home on the Fort Riley military installation. Evidence presented at trial showed that Shafe shot her husband in the face while in the presence of two minor children.&nbsp;“Margaret Shafe deserves to go to prison. The evidence in this case showed she murdered her husband while the couple’s two young daughters were in the home,” said U.S. Attorney Ryan A. Kriegshauser. “The Court heard brave testimony from Ms. Shafe’s own daughter who witnessed her mother shoot her stepfather in a fury.”&nbsp;The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the U.S. Department of Army Criminal Investigation Division, and Fort Riley Fire and Emergency Services investigated the case.Assistant U.S. Attorneys Sara Walton and Lindsey Debenham and Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Robin Graham prosecuted the case.

Kansas woman going to prison for killing her husband on Fort Riley

With a $1 million gift to the Kansas State University Agriculture Innovation Initiative, Cargill continues to accelerate the university’s efforts to advance global food security solutions through interdisciplinary research, infrastructure expansion and industry collaboration. The recent donation places K-State within 5% of the initiative’s $210 million goal.&nbsp;

The gift also surpasses $10 million in Cargill’s lifetime giving to the university — a philanthropic milestone for the company.

“Cargill and Kansas State University are united in their commitment to nourish our planet’s rapidly growing population,” said Scott Eilert, senior director of responsible sourcing for Cargill’s global food business. “We choose to invest in the Agriculture Innovation Initiative because its novel design brings academia and industry together in a quest to help farmers and ranchers produce more food with less impact. It’s a modern approach to a modern challenge.”

Led by the College of Agriculture, the Agriculture Innovation Initiative is an investment to leverage K-State’s core strengths in new and exciting ways for food and agriculture. Four new or renovated facilities — the Global Center for Grain and Food Innovation, the Agronomy Research and Innovation Center, the Bilbrey Family Event Center, and Call and Weber halls — will build teams and partnerships to enhance the learning experience, generate groundbreaking discoveries and promote positive collaboration approaches across the K-State community.

“I would like to thank Cargill for its ongoing support of the College of Agriculture at K-State and this specific investment in the Agriculture Innovation Initiative,” said Dan Moser, interim Eldon Gideon dean of the College of Agriculture. “We greatly value Cargill as a strong, long-standing partner of the university and the college, with a lifetime giving landmark of $10 million. The College of Agriculture consistently ranks among the leading university agricultural programs nationally,&nbsp;and this donation will help sustain the exceptional K-State student experience and research excellence while creating positive economic, community and societal impacts.”

“The Agricultural Innovation Initiative, launched in 2022, addresses a nearly 15-year need to modernize K-State’s agricultural infrastructure,” said Kansas State University President Richard Linton. “The results will soon be reflected in enhanced student experiences, improved recruitment of students and faculty, increased local economic activity and stronger research outcomes. Most importantly, we’ll shift toward more collaborative, interdisciplinary exploration and industry partnerships. This transformative project — made possible through combined contributions from the state of Kansas, private donors and partners like Cargill — will allow us to do good not only for Kansas, but for the world.”

As Kansas State University’s strategic partner for philanthropy, the KSU Foundation inspires and guides philanthropy toward university priorities to boldly advance K-State. 

Visit&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.ksufoundation.org/impact/category/release">ksufoundation.org/impact/category/release</a>&nbsp;for more information.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1758896257076.jpeg" alt="A recent donation from Cargill will help accelerate K-State’s efforts to advance global food security solutions through interdisciplinary research, infrastructure expansion and industry collaboration. Courtesy of KSU" />
 <figcaption>A recent donation from Cargill will help accelerate K-State’s efforts to advance global food security solutions through interdisciplinary research, infrastructure expansion and industry collaboration. Courtesy of KSU</figcaption>
 </figure>Kansas State UniversityWith a $1 million gift to the Kansas State University Agriculture Innovation Initiative, Cargill continues to accelerate the university’s efforts to advance global food security solutions through interdisciplinary research, infrastructure expansion and industry collaboration. The recent donation places K-State within 5% of the initiative’s $210 million goal.&nbsp;The gift also surpasses $10 million in Cargill’s lifetime giving to the university — a philanthropic milestone for the company.“Cargill and Kansas State University are united in their commitment to nourish our planet’s rapidly growing population,” said Scott Eilert, senior director of responsible sourcing for Cargill’s global food business. “We choose to invest in the Agriculture Innovation Initiative because its novel design brings academia and industry together in a quest to help farmers and ranchers produce more food with less impact. It’s a modern approach to a modern challenge.”Led by the College of Agriculture, the Agriculture Innovation Initiative is an investment to leverage K-State’s core strengths in new and exciting ways for food and agriculture. Four new or renovated facilities — the Global Center for Grain and Food Innovation, the Agronomy Research and Innovation Center, the Bilbrey Family Event Center, and Call and Weber halls — will build teams and partnerships to enhance the learning experience, generate groundbreaking discoveries and promote positive collaboration approaches across the K-State community.“I would like to thank Cargill for its ongoing support of the College of Agriculture at K-State and this specific investment in the Agriculture Innovation Initiative,” said Dan Moser, interim Eldon Gideon dean of the College of Agriculture. “We greatly value Cargill as a strong, long-standing partner of the university and the college, with a lifetime giving landmark of $10 million. The College of Agriculture consistently ranks among the leading university agricultural programs nationally,&nbsp;and this donation will help sustain the exceptional K-State student experience and research excellence while creating positive economic, community and societal impacts.”“The Agricultural Innovation Initiative, launched in 2022, addresses a nearly 15-year need to modernize K-State’s agricultural infrastructure,” said Kansas State University President Richard Linton. “The results will soon be reflected in enhanced student experiences, improved recruitment of students and faculty, increased local economic activity and stronger research outcomes. Most importantly, we’ll shift toward more collaborative, interdisciplinary exploration and industry partnerships. This transformative project — made possible through combined contributions from the state of Kansas, private donors and partners like Cargill — will allow us to do good not only for Kansas, but for the world.”As Kansas State University’s strategic partner for philanthropy, the KSU Foundation inspires and guides philanthropy toward university priorities to boldly advance K-State. Visit&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.ksufoundation.org/impact/category/release">ksufoundation.org/impact/category/release</a>&nbsp;for more information.

Cargill donates $1 million to K-State’s Agriculture Innovation Initiative

After four years of handing the Silver Trophy to Manhattan, the Junction City Blue Jays stun number one Manhattan and take back the Silver Trophy, winning 28-14.

Junction City went three-and-out to begin the game, and the Manhattan Indians scored on their first drive to take a 7-0 lead. Similar to last week, the Blue Jays responded and drove down the field to tie the game at 7-7 on a three-yard touchdown run by senior Lance Norris.

The game then turned into a defensive battle. Manhattan was driving when senior Marshall Karmann made his first of two interceptions. JC stalled out on their drive, and then Karmann intercepted his second pass toward the sideline late in the second quarter.

After a targeting penalty and an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty, the Blue Jays were on the move at the end of the first half. On a crucial third down, senior quarterback Conrad Gomez hit senior Jamarcus Tyson over the middle and took the ball down to the 18-yard line, six (0:06) seconds remaining in the half. After timeouts by both teams, Junction City Head Coach Randall Zimmerman left his offense on the field. Gomez dropped back to pass and hit senior Lovell Autry in the end zone for an 18-yard touchdown connection with one (0:01) second left in the half.

Junction City led 14-7 at halftime.

To open the second half, Manhattan took nearly five minutes off the clock and scored a touchdown on a 14-yard touchdown run by EJ Massenberg. The score was all knotted up at 14-14.

The Blue Jays responded just two plays later. Senior quarterback Conrad Gomez hit senior receiver Lovell Autry for a 77-yard touchdown connection on a deep pass down the sideline. Autry stayed on his feet, tightroped the sideline, and put JC back up in front 21-14 with 6:54 to go in the third quarter.

Then, the Blue Jay defense came up big once again. Senior linebacker Jamarcus Tyson intercepted a pass and returned it all the way down to the Manhattan one-yard line. Gomez scored on a one-yard quarterback sneak, and Junction City led 28-14 late in the third quarter.

Both teams lost a fumble on the next two drives of the game, but neither team capitalized. At the end of three quarters of play, Junction City led 28-14.

In the fourth quarter, the Blue Jay defense was again up for the challenge. JC turned away Manhattan on fourth and goal from the nine-yard line, senior Lovell Autry intercepted a pass in the endzone by Manhattan quarterback Finn Watson on the next drive, and then a late interception by junior linebacker Khaliel Walker sealed the deal for the Blue Jays.

Junction City knocked off the Manhattan Indians by a final score of 28-14. Manhattan was ranked number one in all of Class 6A. The Blue Jays snapped a four-game losing streak to Manhattan and regained the Silver Trophy for the first time since the fall of 2020.

“I just love these kids, man,” Junction City High School Head Football Coach Randall Zimmerman said. “Everything we’ve talked about from the beginning of the summer came to fruition here tonight. These kids came together and responded very, very well.”

The Blue Jay defense, led by defensive coordinator Ty Zimmerman, forced six turnovers on the night and also forced three turnover on downs during the game as well. “Ty and our whole staff just work so hard,” Zimmerman said. “Our kids have really bought in, and man, that’s a really good Manhattan football team. We came away with a huge win!”

“I am very, very proud of that defense, and very, very proud of our team and all our kids.”

With the win, Junction City improves to 3-1 on the season and plays at Hays next Friday. (As always, you can hear all Junction City games on 107.9 FM / 1420 AM KJCK Radio).

Manhattan falls to 3-1 and plays at Emporia next Friday.

Two player of the game cards were awarded on our KJCK Radio broadcast. Defensively, Marshall Karmann was named Player of the Game, and offensively, Lance Norris received the award. (Our player of the game sponsor is Blu Restaurant in Junction City).&nbsp;

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 <figcaption>The Blue Jays celebrate and raise the Silver Trophy after knocking off 6A #1 Manhattan.</figcaption>
 </figure>By Anthony GorgesJC PostAfter four years of handing the Silver Trophy to Manhattan, the Junction City Blue Jays stun number one Manhattan and take back the Silver Trophy, winning 28-14.Junction City went three-and-out to begin the game, and the Manhattan Indians scored on their first drive to take a 7-0 lead. Similar to last week, the Blue Jays responded and drove down the field to tie the game at 7-7 on a three-yard touchdown run by senior Lance Norris.The game then turned into a defensive battle. Manhattan was driving when senior Marshall Karmann made his first of two interceptions. JC stalled out on their drive, and then Karmann intercepted his second pass toward the sideline late in the second quarter.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1758951099997.jpeg" alt="Marshall Karmann #6 in white, was named Defensive Player of the Game." />
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 </figure>After a targeting penalty and an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty, the Blue Jays were on the move at the end of the first half. On a crucial third down, senior quarterback Conrad Gomez hit senior Jamarcus Tyson over the middle and took the ball down to the 18-yard line, six (0:06) seconds remaining in the half. After timeouts by both teams, Junction City Head Coach Randall Zimmerman left his offense on the field. Gomez dropped back to pass and hit senior Lovell Autry in the end zone for an 18-yard touchdown connection with one (0:01) second left in the half.Junction City led 14-7 at halftime.To open the second half, Manhattan took nearly five minutes off the clock and scored a touchdown on a 14-yard touchdown run by EJ Massenberg. The score was all knotted up at 14-14.The Blue Jays responded just two plays later. Senior quarterback Conrad Gomez hit senior receiver Lovell Autry for a 77-yard touchdown connection on a deep pass down the sideline. Autry stayed on his feet, tightroped the sideline, and put JC back up in front 21-14 with 6:54 to go in the third quarter.Then, the Blue Jay defense came up big once again. Senior linebacker Jamarcus Tyson intercepted a pass and returned it all the way down to the Manhattan one-yard line. Gomez scored on a one-yard quarterback sneak, and Junction City led 28-14 late in the third quarter.<figure>
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 </figure>Both teams lost a fumble on the next two drives of the game, but neither team capitalized. At the end of three quarters of play, Junction City led 28-14.In the fourth quarter, the Blue Jay defense was again up for the challenge. JC turned away Manhattan on fourth and goal from the nine-yard line, senior Lovell Autry intercepted a pass in the endzone by Manhattan quarterback Finn Watson on the next drive, and then a late interception by junior linebacker Khaliel Walker sealed the deal for the Blue Jays.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1758951199421.jpeg" alt="#8 Khaliel Walker celebrates as the Blue Jay defense stops Manhattan forcing a Turnover on Downs." />
 <figcaption>#8 Khaliel Walker celebrates as the Blue Jay defense stops Manhattan forcing a Turnover on Downs.</figcaption>
 </figure>Junction City knocked off the Manhattan Indians by a final score of 28-14. Manhattan was ranked number one in all of Class 6A. The Blue Jays snapped a four-game losing streak to Manhattan and regained the Silver Trophy for the first time since the fall of 2020.“I just love these kids, man,” Junction City High School Head Football Coach Randall Zimmerman said. “Everything we’ve talked about from the beginning of the summer came to fruition here tonight. These kids came together and responded very, very well.”The Blue Jay defense, led by defensive coordinator Ty Zimmerman, forced six turnovers on the night and also forced three turnover on downs during the game as well. “Ty and our whole staff just work so hard,” Zimmerman said. “Our kids have really bought in, and man, that’s a really good Manhattan football team. We came away with a huge win!”“I am very, very proud of that defense, and very, very proud of our team and all our kids.”With the win, Junction City improves to 3-1 on the season and plays at Hays next Friday. (As always, you can hear all Junction City games on 107.9 FM / 1420 AM KJCK Radio).Manhattan falls to 3-1 and plays at Emporia next Friday.Two player of the game cards were awarded on our KJCK Radio broadcast. Defensively, Marshall Karmann was named Player of the Game, and offensively, Lance Norris received the award. (Our player of the game sponsor is Blu Restaurant in Junction City).&nbsp;** Photos courtesy of Callie Jones.

Blue Jay Defense Forces Six Turnovers, Beats #1 Manhattan

MANHATTAN — Kansas State University made one of its most significant improvements in recent years in the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/kansas-state-university-1928/overall-rankings">2026 U.S. News &amp; World Report Best Colleges rankings</a>, climbing 42 places to No. 88 among Best Value Schools.

The university also advanced across other major categories. K-State rose seven spots to tie at No. 158 among National Universities and moved up to No. 84 among Top Public Schools, improving from No. 91 in last year’s rankings.These gains build on steady progress over the past three years. 

Since 2024, K-State has improved by a total of 12 spots in the Overall National Universities ranking and seven spots in Top Public Schools, reflecting consistent upward momentum.K-State’s recognition in value, access and outcomes also grew this year. The university climbed six places to No. 112 among&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.k-state.edu/veteran/">Best Colleges for Veterans</a>, while its standing in&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.k-state.edu/academic-success-student-affairs/">Top Performers on Social Mobility</a>&nbsp;rose five spots to No. 396.

These measures reflect K-State’s role in supporting students from a variety of backgrounds, including first-generation and non-traditional learners.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Emily Boragine&nbsp;&nbsp;Division of Communications and MarketingMANHATTAN — Kansas State University made one of its most significant improvements in recent years in the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/kansas-state-university-1928/overall-rankings">2026 U.S. News &amp; World Report Best Colleges rankings</a>, climbing 42 places to No. 88 among Best Value Schools.The university also advanced across other major categories. K-State rose seven spots to tie at No. 158 among National Universities and moved up to No. 84 among Top Public Schools, improving from No. 91 in last year’s rankings.These gains build on steady progress over the past three years. Since 2024, K-State has improved by a total of 12 spots in the Overall National Universities ranking and seven spots in Top Public Schools, reflecting consistent upward momentum.K-State’s recognition in value, access and outcomes also grew this year. The university climbed six places to No. 112 among&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.k-state.edu/veteran/">Best Colleges for Veterans</a>, while its standing in&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.k-state.edu/academic-success-student-affairs/">Top Performers on Social Mobility</a>&nbsp;rose five spots to No. 396. These measures reflect K-State’s role in supporting students from a variety of backgrounds, including first-generation and non-traditional learners.&nbsp;&nbsp;

K-State climbs in U.S. News Best Colleges rankings with major gain in value

Week 4 of the High School Football Season has arrived!&nbsp;

The Junction City Blue Jays are on the road playing at Manhattan tonight at Bishop Stadium. The Blue Jays are 2-1, Manhattan is 3-0. This is the 110th meeting between the two teams.&nbsp;

LISTEN LIVE: You can hear the game on 107.9 FM / 1420 AM KJCK Radio. - <a href="https://streamdb9web.securenetsystems.net/cirrusencore/KJCKAM">You can also listen live by clicking here.&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;The pregame show begins at 6:30 p.m., and Kickoff is at 7:00 p.m.

Manhattan has won four straight over Junction City.&nbsp;

Week 4 of the High School Football Season has arrived!&nbsp;The Junction City Blue Jays are on the road playing at Manhattan tonight at Bishop Stadium. The Blue Jays are 2-1, Manhattan is 3-0. This is the 110th meeting between the two teams.&nbsp;LISTEN LIVE: You can hear the game on 107.9 FM / 1420 AM KJCK Radio. - <a href="https://streamdb9web.securenetsystems.net/cirrusencore/KJCKAM">You can also listen live by clicking here.&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;The pregame show begins at 6:30 p.m., and Kickoff is at 7:00 p.m.Manhattan has won four straight over Junction City.&nbsp;

WEEK 4 - LISTEN LIVE: Junction City Blue Jays at Manhattan Indians

Acoustic Junction is returning to St. Joseph's Historic Church on Saturday, October 4th.​​ . Performers for the event include Mark Westfall and Steve Brown, Chris Biggs and Ken Gustin, and Pat Billington, along with a special performance by the Guys on the Creek. 

Refreshments will begin at 6:30pm and music starts at 7:00pm. St. Joseph's Historic Church is a 115-year-old church located at 13497 Lower McDowell Creek Road and is currently being restored by the Geary County Historical Society and the Lower McDowell Creek Community. Work over the past year has included a new roof, repairs to interior plaster, and new dry wall. 

All proceeds benefit the restoration project.&nbsp;To reach St. Joe's, head east on I-70 and take exit 307. Head south on Lower McDowell Creek Road for about 2 miles and the church will be on the left. Parking is limited so carpooling is encouraged. All questions can be directed to Heather at gearyhistory@gmail.com.&nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Historical Society releaseAcoustic Junction is returning to St. Joseph's Historic Church on Saturday, October 4th.​​ . Performers for the event include Mark Westfall and Steve Brown, Chris Biggs and Ken Gustin, and Pat Billington, along with a special performance by the Guys on the Creek. Refreshments will begin at 6:30pm and music starts at 7:00pm. St. Joseph's Historic Church is a 115-year-old church located at 13497 Lower McDowell Creek Road and is currently being restored by the Geary County Historical Society and the Lower McDowell Creek Community. Work over the past year has included a new roof, repairs to interior plaster, and new dry wall. All proceeds benefit the restoration project.&nbsp;To reach St. Joe's, head east on I-70 and take exit 307. Head south on Lower McDowell Creek Road for about 2 miles and the church will be on the left. Parking is limited so carpooling is encouraged. All questions can be directed to Heather at gearyhistory@gmail.com.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Acoustic Junction is scheduled to return

Geary County Public Works announced that the wooden stringers and deck boards have been replaced on the Old Katy Bridge project, and the bridge is now open to traffic. Public Works crews will be on site next week to finish minor detail and clean-up work. Some minor delays may be expected.

As a reminder, the Old Katy Bridge is a historic bridge that is one lane, so the County urges the traveling public to use caution when approaching and to be vigilant of approaching vehicles in the opposite direction. They also ask that motorists lower their speed when crossing the wooden deck bridge as this will help minimize dynamic loads, such as vibrations, bouncing, and/or shock. These dynamic loads are more damaging than the vehicles’ static weight alone and will help with the longevity of the new wooden deck and stringers.

The Old Katy Bridge has a posted weight limit of 15 Ton, and all loads crossing the bridge shall abide by the posted weight limit. 

Geary County Public Works announced that the wooden stringers and deck boards have been replaced on the Old Katy Bridge project, and the bridge is now open to traffic. Public Works crews will be on site next week to finish minor detail and clean-up work. Some minor delays may be expected.As a reminder, the Old Katy Bridge is a historic bridge that is one lane, so the County urges the traveling public to use caution when approaching and to be vigilant of approaching vehicles in the opposite direction. They also ask that motorists lower their speed when crossing the wooden deck bridge as this will help minimize dynamic loads, such as vibrations, bouncing, and/or shock. These dynamic loads are more damaging than the vehicles’ static weight alone and will help with the longevity of the new wooden deck and stringers.The Old Katy Bridge has a posted weight limit of 15 Ton, and all loads crossing the bridge shall abide by the posted weight limit.

Old Katy Bridge is open to traffic

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating alleged criminal damage in Manhattan.

Just before 6:30p.m. Thursday, officers filed a report of criminal damage to property in the 200 block of 5th Street, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

A 42-year-old woman reported an unknown suspect damaged her daughter’s cello on a school bus. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $2,000.

 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 alleged criminal damage in Manhattan.Just before 6:30p.m. Thursday, officers filed a report of criminal damage to property in the 200 block of 5th Street, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.A 42-year-old woman reported an unknown suspect damaged her daughter’s cello on a school bus. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $2,000. 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 investigates girl's cello damaged on a school bus

USD 475 Superintendent of Schools Dr. Reginald Eggleston told a Military Affairs Council Breakfast audience in Junction City Thursday that there are approximately 7,200 to 7,300 students in the school district. A total of 49 languages are spoken.

The new Early Childhood Center is due to open for use by students in the fall of 2026. It will have 32 classrooms serving Pre-K students.The actual facility is expected to be completed in the April - May 2026 time frame.

Also in 6th through 8th grade is a big group and in 9th through 12th grade students can earn college credit prior to graduation.

Safety for students in the schools is important and Eggleston credited the Fort Riley, Junction City Police and Geary County Sheriff's Offices for their help.

Staffing for the schools was filled this year. There are no vacancies.

Reginald Eggleston has been nominated as a finalist for Superintendent of the Year.

There are 15 CTE careeer pathways, five new schools have been built since 2012, and $2.6 million is the total dollar amount of scholarships earned by the class of 2025 at JCHS.

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 </figure>USD 475 Superintendent of Schools Dr. Reginald Eggleston told a Military Affairs Council Breakfast audience in Junction City Thursday that there are approximately 7,200 to 7,300 students in the school district. A total of 49 languages are spoken.The new Early Childhood Center is due to open for use by students in the fall of 2026. It will have 32 classrooms serving Pre-K students.The actual facility is expected to be completed in the April - May 2026 time frame.Also in 6th through 8th grade is a big group and in 9th through 12th grade students can earn college credit prior to graduation.Safety for students in the schools is important and Eggleston credited the Fort Riley, Junction City Police and Geary County Sheriff's Offices for their help.Staffing for the schools was filled this year. There are no vacancies.Reginald Eggleston has been nominated as a finalist for Superintendent of the Year.There are 15 CTE careeer pathways, five new schools have been built since 2012, and $2.6 million is the total dollar amount of scholarships earned by the class of 2025 at JCHS.

Superintendent speaks at the MAC Breakfast

The Dorothy Bramlage Public Library Board of Trustees has announced that Assistant Director Donna Porter has been hired as the library’s new director.&nbsp;&nbsp;She will officially step into her new role on&nbsp;October 1 and begin training with the current director, Susan Moyer, until her retirement on&nbsp;November 1.

Porter has worked for the library for ten years.&nbsp;&nbsp;She began as a Circulation Clerk, and later became the head of that department and then Assistant Director.&nbsp;&nbsp;In that time, she also achieved her library master degree from the University of Missouri.

A public reception for Moyer’s retirement has been set for 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on October 23 at the library.&nbsp;&nbsp;Video messages can also be submitted to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://tribute.co/susan-moyer/">tribute.co/susan-moyer/</a>

For additional information, contact the library at 785-238-4311.

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 </figure>DBPL releaseThe Dorothy Bramlage Public Library Board of Trustees has announced that Assistant Director Donna Porter has been hired as the library’s new director.&nbsp;&nbsp;She will officially step into her new role on&nbsp;October 1 and begin training with the current director, Susan Moyer, until her retirement on&nbsp;November 1.Porter has worked for the library for ten years.&nbsp;&nbsp;She began as a Circulation Clerk, and later became the head of that department and then Assistant Director.&nbsp;&nbsp;In that time, she also achieved her library master degree from the University of Missouri.A public reception for Moyer’s retirement has been set for 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on October 23 at the library.&nbsp;&nbsp;Video messages can also be submitted to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://tribute.co/susan-moyer/">tribute.co/susan-moyer/</a>For additional information, contact the library at 785-238-4311.

New Library Director is named

FORT RILEY, Kan.--(<a target="_blank" href="https://www.businesswire.com/">BUSINESS WIRE</a>)--Vitacorps, a leader in integrated wellness solutions for military environments, has announced the next phase of its comprehensive Residential Wellness Program at Fort Riley, home to the Army’s 1st Infantry Division and a premiere combat training installation. The announcement follows a strong positive response to Wellness Program implementations at Fort Meade, Md., and Fort Bragg, N.C.

At Fort Riley, Vitacorps has completed initial home assessments, with installation of the company’s resulting prescriptions for air and water quality, excess humidity and lighting scheduled to begin at the end of September. The initiative will continue into next year and benefit more than one thousand families."Bringing this program to Fort Riley is about making a tangible investment in the health of the local military community," said Anna Obraztsova, PhD, Head of WELL Consulting of Vitacorps. "Our commitment goes beyond providing a product; it’s about delivering a scientifically validated promise of a healthier home environment to the service members and families who sacrifice so much for our nation right here in Kansas."

The initiative, taking place in certain homes managed by Corvias, aligns to the DOD’s Resilient and Healthy Defense Communities Strategy (RHDC).Deploying an optimized, science-backed approach, Vitacorps is implementing its proprietary 7-step process engineered to create healthier living spaces. The program is engineered to improve air, water, and lighting quality while mitigating excess humidity to certifiable standards, all without requiring families to relocate.&nbsp;&nbsp;

FORT RILEY, Kan.--(<a target="_blank" href="https://www.businesswire.com/">BUSINESS WIRE</a>)--Vitacorps, a leader in integrated wellness solutions for military environments, has announced the next phase of its comprehensive Residential Wellness Program at Fort Riley, home to the Army’s 1st Infantry Division and a premiere combat training installation. The announcement follows a strong positive response to Wellness Program implementations at Fort Meade, Md., and Fort Bragg, N.C.At Fort Riley, Vitacorps has completed initial home assessments, with installation of the company’s resulting prescriptions for air and water quality, excess humidity and lighting scheduled to begin at the end of September. The initiative will continue into next year and benefit more than one thousand families."Bringing this program to Fort Riley is about making a tangible investment in the health of the local military community," said Anna Obraztsova, PhD, Head of WELL Consulting of Vitacorps. "Our commitment goes beyond providing a product; it’s about delivering a scientifically validated promise of a healthier home environment to the service members and families who sacrifice so much for our nation right here in Kansas."The initiative, taking place in certain homes managed by Corvias, aligns to the DOD’s Resilient and Healthy Defense Communities Strategy (RHDC).Deploying an optimized, science-backed approach, Vitacorps is implementing its proprietary 7-step process engineered to create healthier living spaces. The program is engineered to improve air, water, and lighting quality while mitigating excess humidity to certifiable standards, all without requiring families to relocate.&nbsp;&nbsp;

 Vitacorps Expands Advanced Residential Wellness Program at Fort Riley

Geary County Public Works Department Heavy Equipment Operators will be participating in a hands-on training course on Thursday, October 2, 2025. The class, Gravel Road &amp; Street Maintenance, is provided through the Kansas Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP). LTAP will provide two instructors to work with the employees to expand and enhance their knowledge for continued maintenance and improvements on Geary County gravel roads.

To give the operators the most conducive space and environment for this training, Geary County will close Taylor Road from Liberty Hall Road to Old Hwy 40 on October 2, 2025, from 8AM to 4:30PM. 

County releaseGeary County Public Works Department Heavy Equipment Operators will be participating in a hands-on training course on Thursday, October 2, 2025. The class, Gravel Road &amp; Street Maintenance, is provided through the Kansas Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP). LTAP will provide two instructors to work with the employees to expand and enhance their knowledge for continued maintenance and improvements on Geary County gravel roads.To give the operators the most conducive space and environment for this training, Geary County will close Taylor Road from Liberty Hall Road to Old Hwy 40 on October 2, 2025, from 8AM to 4:30PM.

Hands-on training is scheduled for the County's Heavy Equipment Operators

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.

Alexis Torres, Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked, arrested 09/23

Robert Medina Rivera, Probation violation (Two counts), arrested 09/23

Kevin Seldon, Failure to appear, arrested 09/23

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.Alexis Torres, Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked, arrested 09/23Robert Medina Rivera, Probation violation (Two counts), arrested 09/23Kevin Seldon, Failure to appear, arrested 09/23Recent 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 Sept. 24-25

The Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce unveiled a list of upcoming events.

--Ribbon cutting Thursday at U-Stop Convenience Shop at&nbsp; 10 :30 a.m.

--JC Main Street's Fall Downtown 4-7 p.m. on Thursday

--Saint Xavier's Fall Harvest Festival Friday from 6-8 p.m. at the Bradley Gym

--Tallgrass Healthcare Campus Meet &amp; Greet -Welcome the new Administrator, Amanda Bento Thursday, Oct. 2 from 4-5 p.m. at the Tallgrass Healthcare Canpus, 1417 W. Ash.

The Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce unveiled a list of upcoming events.--Ribbon cutting Thursday at U-Stop Convenience Shop at&nbsp; 10 :30 a.m.--JC Main Street's Fall Downtown 4-7 p.m. on Thursday--Saint Xavier's Fall Harvest Festival Friday from 6-8 p.m. at the Bradley Gym--Tallgrass Healthcare Campus Meet &amp; Greet -Welcome the new Administrator, Amanda Bento Thursday, Oct. 2 from 4-5 p.m. at the Tallgrass Healthcare Canpus, 1417 W. Ash.

Thursday event lineup

Geary County Emergency Management has shared photos of the demolition of the J-Hill Road Bridge at Exit 299.

The demolition took place Wednesday night, requiring a closure of both eastbound and westbound I-70 (near Junction City and Grandview Plaza) from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. to allow crews to safely complete the demo and cleanup work.

I-70 has since reopened in both directions, with traffic reduced to one lane each way, as pavement replacement work continues. The new J-Hill Road Bridge is expected to be completed by July 2026, weather permitting.

<figure>
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 </figure>Geary County Emergency Management has shared photos of the demolition of the J-Hill Road Bridge at Exit 299.The demolition took place Wednesday night, requiring a closure of both eastbound and westbound I-70 (near Junction City and Grandview Plaza) from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. to allow crews to safely complete the demo and cleanup work.<figure>
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 <figcaption>J-Hill Bridge gone and I-70 lanes reopened.&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>I-70 has since reopened in both directions, with traffic reduced to one lane each way, as pavement replacement work continues. The new J-Hill Road Bridge is expected to be completed by July 2026, weather permitting.

EB/WB I-70 back open after Wednesday night closure for Bridge Demolition

On September 24 at the Hampton Inn in Junction City, Liz Holle, CEO/President of the Big Lakes Developmental Center shared information about the work she and her staff do for their clients with Intellectual Development Disability (IDD). Liz has been in her position since June, but has had experience working as a paraprofessional, working at group homes and has degrees in General Human Ecology and Non-profit administration.

She told the Optimists that the “Mission of Big Lakes is to deliver quality services that promote choice, independence, and inclusion for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Their values are support, teamwork, respect, integrity, valor and enthusiasm. Services are provided in Geary, Riley, Pottawattamie and Clay Counties. Big Lakes was established in 1973 by parents who wanted an option for their IDD child other than an institution.

Eighty-five percent of the funds to operate Big Lakes come from Medicaid, which is currently at risk. This is our biggest challenge right now.” Liz also stated that “at this time the organization is 34% behind in Medicaid funding. Another challenge is finding and maintaining staff who serve 200 clients at different workplaces and living spaces during a 24/7 period. Thirty hours of training is provided to staff who must have at least a high school diploma and pass both a background check and drug test.

There are currently 4,800 people on a statewide waiting list. It could take 8 years to receive funding for services.” For more information, please contact Liz Holle at lholle@biglakes.org.

The JC Breakfast Optimist Club is having a fundraiser to support 16 different Geary County youth organizations and three scholarships at the Blu Restaurant on the corner of Sixth and Washington Streets in Junction City on September 30. The event will earn the club 20% of the cost of purchases between the hours of 6 and 8:00 PM. Donations will also be accepted.

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 </figure>By Dr. Ferrell MillerJC Breakfast Optimist ClubOn September 24 at the Hampton Inn in Junction City, Liz Holle, CEO/President of the Big Lakes Developmental Center shared information about the work she and her staff do for their clients with Intellectual Development Disability (IDD). Liz has been in her position since June, but has had experience working as a paraprofessional, working at group homes and has degrees in General Human Ecology and Non-profit administration.She told the Optimists that the “Mission of Big Lakes is to deliver quality services that promote choice, independence, and inclusion for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Their values are support, teamwork, respect, integrity, valor and enthusiasm. Services are provided in Geary, Riley, Pottawattamie and Clay Counties. Big Lakes was established in 1973 by parents who wanted an option for their IDD child other than an institution.Eighty-five percent of the funds to operate Big Lakes come from Medicaid, which is currently at risk. This is our biggest challenge right now.” Liz also stated that “at this time the organization is 34% behind in Medicaid funding. Another challenge is finding and maintaining staff who serve 200 clients at different workplaces and living spaces during a 24/7 period. Thirty hours of training is provided to staff who must have at least a high school diploma and pass both a background check and drug test.There are currently 4,800 people on a statewide waiting list. It could take 8 years to receive funding for services.” For more information, please contact Liz Holle at lholle@biglakes.org.The JC Breakfast Optimist Club is having a fundraiser to support 16 different Geary County youth organizations and three scholarships at the Blu Restaurant on the corner of Sixth and Washington Streets in Junction City on September 30. The event will earn the club 20% of the cost of purchases between the hours of 6 and 8:00 PM. Donations will also be accepted.

Big Lakes CEO/President Spoke To Optimists

Kansas Department of Health and Environment&nbsp;

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.fda.gov%2Fconsumers%2Fconsumer-updates%2Fproducts-containing-7-oh-can-cause-serious-harm%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/010001997cac7ec1-288ff3b3-878f-455d-9864-6c1ffc177e2b-000000/pS1BzQC2hEr3DrJfK35h2rnf-7WK3odcxuyf4bwIOH4=424">the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)</a>&nbsp;are alerting the public about the risks associated with 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH). &nbsp;

Kratom and 7-OH are often marketed alongside each other because 7-OH is naturally found in <a href="https://www.fda.gov/news-events/public-health-focus/fda-and-kratom#:~:text=Products%20prepared%20from%20kratom%20leaves,use%20disorder%2C%20and%20opioid%20withdrawal.">kratom</a>&nbsp;in small amounts. However, 7-OH products use synthetic compounds with much higher concentration and potency.

These products are sold in stores such as smoke shops, gas stations, convenience stores, and online shops. They can be gummies, liquid shots, tablets, or powders. It is sometimes sold as if it were the same product as kratom, but it is not. 7-OH is more addictive, and using it in combination with alcohol or other sedatives can cause severe respiratory depression, and in some cases, even death.

Because 7-OH is unregulated, the potency and quality of products can vary widely, making it difficult to safely gauge dosage. KDHE emphasizes that combining 7-OH with other substances increases the risk of overdose.

“We are urging individuals to avoid using any products containing 7-OH,”&nbsp;Dr. Dereck Totten, KDHE Chief Medical Officer, said. “It can be extremely harmful, even in small doses. Always consult with your healthcare provider before consuming any new supplements, and if you suspect an adverse reaction or overdose, seek medical attention immediately.”

The FDA has received reports of harmful effects associated with 7-OH products, which include addiction, anxiety, depression, gastrointestinal distress, insomnia, seizures, and withdrawal symptoms such as restlessness, body aches, fatigue, irritability, and cold sweats.

- Because 7-OH acts on opioid receptors, it can cause respiratory depression and overdose.

- Opioid overdose (including 7-OH) can be reversed with naloxone, a medication that restores normal breathing.

- It is important to recognize that naloxone prevents opioid overdose. However, if 7-OH is mixed with other drugs or alcohol, then naloxone may not fully reverse the effects.

- Naloxone can be administered through the nose or as an intramuscular injection to save a person’s life. Both methods are equally effective.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1713552782856.jpeg" alt="KDHE immediate release" />
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 </figure>Kansas Department of Health and Environment&nbsp;The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.fda.gov%2Fconsumers%2Fconsumer-updates%2Fproducts-containing-7-oh-can-cause-serious-harm%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/010001997cac7ec1-288ff3b3-878f-455d-9864-6c1ffc177e2b-000000/pS1BzQC2hEr3DrJfK35h2rnf-7WK3odcxuyf4bwIOH4=424">the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)</a>&nbsp;are alerting the public about the risks associated with 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH). &nbsp;Kratom and 7-OH are often marketed alongside each other because 7-OH is naturally found in <a href="https://www.fda.gov/news-events/public-health-focus/fda-and-kratom#:~:text=Products%20prepared%20from%20kratom%20leaves,use%20disorder%2C%20and%20opioid%20withdrawal.">kratom</a>&nbsp;in small amounts. However, 7-OH products use synthetic compounds with much higher concentration and potency.These products are sold in stores such as smoke shops, gas stations, convenience stores, and online shops. They can be gummies, liquid shots, tablets, or powders. It is sometimes sold as if it were the same product as kratom, but it is not. 7-OH is more addictive, and using it in combination with alcohol or other sedatives can cause severe respiratory depression, and in some cases, even death.Because 7-OH is unregulated, the potency and quality of products can vary widely, making it difficult to safely gauge dosage. KDHE emphasizes that combining 7-OH with other substances increases the risk of overdose.“We are urging individuals to avoid using any products containing 7-OH,”&nbsp;Dr. Dereck Totten, KDHE Chief Medical Officer, said. “It can be extremely harmful, even in small doses. Always consult with your healthcare provider before consuming any new supplements, and if you suspect an adverse reaction or overdose, seek medical attention immediately.”The FDA has received reports of harmful effects associated with 7-OH products, which include addiction, anxiety, depression, gastrointestinal distress, insomnia, seizures, and withdrawal symptoms such as restlessness, body aches, fatigue, irritability, and cold sweats.<h2>Overdose and Treatment</h2>- Because 7-OH acts on opioid receptors, it can cause respiratory depression and overdose.- Opioid overdose (including 7-OH) can be reversed with naloxone, a medication that restores normal breathing.- It is important to recognize that naloxone prevents opioid overdose. However, if 7-OH is mixed with other drugs or alcohol, then naloxone may not fully reverse the effects.- Naloxone can be administered through the nose or as an intramuscular injection to save a person’s life. Both methods are equally effective.- Anyone who suspects an overdose should call 911 immediately and administer naloxone, if available.<h2>KDHE Urges Residents to</h2>- Avoid all products containing 7-OH.- Read labels carefully when buying candies or supplements.. Talk to children and teens about the risks of 7-OH.- Keep 7-OH products away from children and pets.- Stay informed about overdose risks and keep naloxone available in case of an emergency.- Consult a healthcare provider before using any supplements, especially anything marketed for pain, energy or mood.- Seek medical care or call the Poison Help Line at 1-800-222-1222 if you have concerns about 7-OH.KDHE urges residents to avoid 7-OH products, talk to their loved ones about the risks, and know how to respond in case of an overdose. Kansas residents can request free naloxone kits through&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.dccca.org%2Fnaloxone-kit-request-form%2F%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/010001997cac7ec1-288ff3b3-878f-455d-9864-6c1ffc177e2b-000000/VbUZgFADM2ghQmzM9AyNW3jqk7xQN8OktKyR5tyusvQ=424">DCCCA’s online order form</a>.For immediate concerns, call the Poison Help Line at 1-800-222-1222, or dial 9-1-1 in case of an overdose.