by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post

WAMEGO - A new MRI suite is now open at the Wamego Health Center, thanks to a partnership with the City of Wamego.

Wamego Health Center renovations allowed the addition of a new, state-of-the-art MRI scanner to the facility.

Residents in and around Wamego will benefit from the partnership between the City and the Health Center, especially when rural hospitals across the state are closing.

“It’s unique in that the city continues to own the building and the land, and the hospital in Manhattan runs the operation,” says Brian Howells, hospital administrator. “It’s just been a terrific joint venture, a wonderful partnership, that I don’t think either entity could have done on their own.”

The Wamego Hospital Foundation, along with generous community contributions, funded the new scanner, which replaces the old, mobile MRI unit that brought services to Wamego Health Center only twice a week.

The new MRI suite is permanently housed within the Wamego Health Center building, bringing head-to-toe imaging five days a week.

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostWAMEGO - A new MRI suite is now open at the Wamego Health Center, thanks to a partnership with the City of Wamego.Wamego Health Center renovations allowed the addition of a new, state-of-the-art MRI scanner to the facility.<figure>
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 </figure>Residents in and around Wamego will benefit from the partnership between the City and the Health Center, especially when rural hospitals across the state are closing.“It’s unique in that the city continues to own the building and the land, and the hospital in Manhattan runs the operation,” says Brian Howells, hospital administrator. “It’s just been a terrific joint venture, a wonderful partnership, that I don’t think either entity could have done on their own.”The Wamego Hospital Foundation, along with generous community contributions, funded the new scanner, which replaces the old, mobile MRI unit that brought services to Wamego Health Center only twice a week.The new MRI suite is permanently housed within the Wamego Health Center building, bringing head-to-toe imaging five days a week.

Wamego Health Center cuts ribbon for new MRI Suite

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating another fentanyl related death and have made an arrest.

On Thursday, officers with the Riley County Police Department secured the arrest of Luke Patrick Johnson,21, of Manhattan, in cooperation with the Pottawattamie County Sherriff’s Office, according to a media release from the Riley County Police Department.

Johnson was located in Pottawattamie County and taken into custody on the Riley County District Court warrant by the Pottawattamie County Sherriff’s Office.&nbsp;

Johnson was arrested on four separate warrants. The requested charges include distribution of a controlled substance causing death, aggravated battery, distribution of opiate/opium/ narcotic/ stimulant/ heroin dosage &lt;10 units x2, use of a communication facility, distribution of a controlled substance causing great bodily harm and aggravated endangering a child.

Johnson’s charges are linked to the death of an 18-year-old female in May of 2023. &nbsp;Other charges stem from 2022 and 2023 cases involving controlled substances which resulted in bodily harm and an aggravated battery incident which occurred in Aggieville in late 2022.

Johnson is being held in Riley County on a bond of $1,575,000.&nbsp;

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating another fentanyl related death and have made an arrest.On Thursday, officers with the Riley County Police Department secured the arrest of Luke Patrick Johnson,21, of Manhattan, in cooperation with the Pottawattamie County Sherriff’s Office, according to a media release from the Riley County Police Department.Johnson was located in Pottawattamie County and taken into custody on the Riley County District Court warrant by the Pottawattamie County Sherriff’s Office.&nbsp;Johnson was arrested on four separate warrants. The requested charges include distribution of a controlled substance causing death, aggravated battery, distribution of opiate/opium/ narcotic/ stimulant/ heroin dosage &lt;10 units x2, use of a communication facility, distribution of a controlled substance causing great bodily harm and aggravated endangering a child.Johnson’s charges are linked to the death of an 18-year-old female in May of 2023. &nbsp;Other charges stem from 2022 and 2023 cases involving controlled substances which resulted in bodily harm and an aggravated battery incident which occurred in Aggieville in late 2022.Johnson is being held in Riley County on a bond of $1,575,000.&nbsp;

Manhattan man accused in teen's fentanyl death

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;

BAILEY EVAN HUNT, 21, Marienthal, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Possession of firearm while under influence of alcohol or drugs; Bond $1,750

RANDY EUGENE THRASHER, 45, Manhattan, Lewd and lascivious; Exposing sex organs to another =&gt; 16; Bond $1,000

LUKE PATRICK JOHNSON, 21, Manhattan,&nbsp;Aggravated battery; Knowingly cause great bodily harm or disfigurement x3;&nbsp;Aggravated endangering a child; Reckless situation to child &lt;18 x2;&nbsp;Distribute opiate/opium/narcotic/stimulant/heroin; Dosage &lt; 10 units x3;&nbsp;Distribution of controlled substance; Cause great bodily harm x2;&nbsp;Distribution of controlled substance; Causing death;&nbsp;Use communication facility; In the commission of a felony drug violation; Bond $1,575,000

JOHN LEWIS FALLEY WALLACE, 21, Manhattan, Theft of property or services; &lt;$1500 w/2 or more conv w/in 5 yrs; All Other Larceny; Bond $2,000

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;BAILEY EVAN HUNT, 21, Marienthal, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Possession of firearm while under influence of alcohol or drugs; Bond $1,750RANDY EUGENE THRASHER, 45, Manhattan, Lewd and lascivious; Exposing sex organs to another =&gt; 16; Bond $1,000LUKE PATRICK JOHNSON, 21, Manhattan,&nbsp;Aggravated battery; Knowingly cause great bodily harm or disfigurement x3;&nbsp;Aggravated endangering a child; Reckless situation to child &lt;18 x2;&nbsp;Distribute opiate/opium/narcotic/stimulant/heroin; Dosage &lt; 10 units x3;&nbsp;Distribution of controlled substance; Cause great bodily harm x2;&nbsp;Distribution of controlled substance; Causing death;&nbsp;Use communication facility; In the commission of a felony drug violation; Bond $1,575,000JOHN LEWIS FALLEY WALLACE, 21, Manhattan, Theft of property or services; &lt;$1500 w/2 or more conv w/in 5 yrs; All Other Larceny; Bond $2,000

Riley County Arrest Report May 3

The Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) has scheduled two public hearings in June to give Kansas Gas Service customers an opportunity to learn more about the company’s recent rate increase request, ask questions and to make comments before the Commission.

On March 1, 2024, Kansas Gas Service filed an application with the Kansas Corporation Commission requesting a net rate increase in base rates of $58.1 million. The requested increase would affect the portions of a customer’s bill that relate to the delivery of natural gas by KGS, including the fixed monthly service charge and delivery charge. 

If approved, the average monthly residential bill will increase by approximately $6.71 (10.41%) for customers who use less natural gas (73 Mcf or less per year) and $9.48 (8.25%) for those that use more natural gas (more than 73 Mcf per year).

Kansas Gas Service provides natural gas service to approximately 648,000 homes and businesses in 360 communities in Kansas.

Public hearings will be held in Topeka and Wichita. See below for details:

Thursday, June 13 at 6:00 p.m. Washburn Institute of Technology Main Conference Center, Building A 5724 SW Huntoon St., Topeka, KS

Monday, June 17 at 6:00 p.m. Wichita State University, Lowe Auditorium Hughes Metropolitan Complex 5014 E 29th&nbsp;St. North, Wichita, KS

For those unable to attend in person, a virtual option through Zoom is available to allow remote participants to comment. Those choosing to join through Zoom must register on the&nbsp;<a href="https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2Fl%2FeyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmtjYy5rcy5nb3YveW91ci1vcGluaW9uLW1hdHRlcnM_dXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNlPWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5IiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDIzMDUxOS43NzAwMjM3MSJ9.NnFBN0zuPnvvLn2t5ZvcyJLkvXgc1TOz5SFF466KMig%2Fs%2F1510798978%2Fbr%2F201550911964-l%3Futm_medium%3Demail%26utm_source%3Dgovdelivery&amp;c=E%2C1%2CNSGYzPVfmxoL8ddP4LMRl43ht6Q9_AJeUVSwQ9UvOxQeSAExumwxQIXnEz0mSm8cCcPLzh_L3lUkGdA8rDtfCrDtXSLffHStsPw66B9M&amp;typo=1&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=govdelivery" target="_blank">KCC’s website</a>&nbsp; by noon the day before the hearing. The hearings will be broadcast live on the&nbsp;<a href="https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2Fl%2FeyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LnlvdXR1YmUuY29tL2NoYW5uZWwvVUMtdVRjdWNsMG95SEpyLV9pT2hldXV3L2ZlYXR1cmVkP2FwcD1kZXNrdG9wJnV0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzA1MTkuNzcwMDIzNzEifQ.A-WE-R0rzIGRZ_EeAnldhxpcEV2cPe8nKSxaKNROPcM%2Fs%2F1510798978%2Fbr%2F201550911964-l%3Futm_medium%3Demail%26utm_source%3Dgovdelivery&amp;c=E%2C1%2C2zlALCJmPYs7zBU2AyrhRw6KFsVwWf1_33TLSgYT2r6f6fWaTUi61uMsYPMNbSDQzL4VbGSOnlojITugBvkua-cHg2O5jLSlHSSwVzCY9QFGmatvnLStMTc%2C&amp;typo=1&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=govdelivery" target="_blank">KCC’s YouTube channel</a>&nbsp;for viewing only with no registration required.

The Commission will also accept written comments regarding the rate increase request through 5 p.m., August 5, 2024, on its&nbsp;<a href="https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2Fl%2FeyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDQsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA2MjIuNTk3NTM3NjEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL2tjYy5rcy5nb3YveW91ci1vcGluaW9uLW1hdHRlcnM_dXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNlPWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5In0.iEXK5UaHUKlqMjh9ZTJOnZ8T6HmpyWXVP42Tx4JHhPY%2Fs%2F1510798978%2Fbr%2F133428733359-l%3Futm_medium%3Demail%26utm_source%3Dgovdelivery&amp;c=E%2C1%2CR2sOADN92BvAltuk2ooKI2_XcZkuT3X5QjwOJ5F1JLGOfLdDYq0QfjiqsTE3hziEPUdHjtDwckb4LQop-cEjfhET2KYYOqkyZPIGZFhuakxqy_ZMlA%2C%2C&amp;typo=1&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=govdelivery" target="_blank">website</a>, by mail to the Commission’s Office at 1500 SW Arrowhead Rd, Topeka, KS 66604-4027 or by calling the KCC’s Office of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at 785-271-3140 or 800-662-0027.

The Commission will issue an order on the application on or before October 25, 2024.

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 </figure>SubmittedThe Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) has scheduled two public hearings in June to give Kansas Gas Service customers an opportunity to learn more about the company’s recent rate increase request, ask questions and to make comments before the Commission.On March 1, 2024, Kansas Gas Service filed an application with the Kansas Corporation Commission requesting a net rate increase in base rates of $58.1 million. The requested increase would affect the portions of a customer’s bill that relate to the delivery of natural gas by KGS, including the fixed monthly service charge and delivery charge. If approved, the average monthly residential bill will increase by approximately $6.71 (10.41%) for customers who use less natural gas (73 Mcf or less per year) and $9.48 (8.25%) for those that use more natural gas (more than 73 Mcf per year).Kansas Gas Service provides natural gas service to approximately 648,000 homes and businesses in 360 communities in Kansas.Public hearings will be held in Topeka and Wichita. See below for details:Thursday, June 13 at 6:00 p.m. Washburn Institute of Technology Main Conference Center, Building A 5724 SW Huntoon St., Topeka, KSMonday, June 17 at 6:00 p.m. Wichita State University, Lowe Auditorium Hughes Metropolitan Complex 5014 E 29th&nbsp;St. North, Wichita, KSFor those unable to attend in person, a virtual option through Zoom is available to allow remote participants to comment. Those choosing to join through Zoom must register on the&nbsp;<a href="https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2Fl%2FeyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmtjYy5rcy5nb3YveW91ci1vcGluaW9uLW1hdHRlcnM_dXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNlPWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5IiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDIzMDUxOS43NzAwMjM3MSJ9.NnFBN0zuPnvvLn2t5ZvcyJLkvXgc1TOz5SFF466KMig%2Fs%2F1510798978%2Fbr%2F201550911964-l%3Futm_medium%3Demail%26utm_source%3Dgovdelivery&amp;c=E%2C1%2CNSGYzPVfmxoL8ddP4LMRl43ht6Q9_AJeUVSwQ9UvOxQeSAExumwxQIXnEz0mSm8cCcPLzh_L3lUkGdA8rDtfCrDtXSLffHStsPw66B9M&amp;typo=1&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=govdelivery" target="_blank">KCC’s website</a>&nbsp; by noon the day before the hearing. The hearings will be broadcast live on the&nbsp;<a href="https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2Fl%2FeyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LnlvdXR1YmUuY29tL2NoYW5uZWwvVUMtdVRjdWNsMG95SEpyLV9pT2hldXV3L2ZlYXR1cmVkP2FwcD1kZXNrdG9wJnV0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzA1MTkuNzcwMDIzNzEifQ.A-WE-R0rzIGRZ_EeAnldhxpcEV2cPe8nKSxaKNROPcM%2Fs%2F1510798978%2Fbr%2F201550911964-l%3Futm_medium%3Demail%26utm_source%3Dgovdelivery&amp;c=E%2C1%2C2zlALCJmPYs7zBU2AyrhRw6KFsVwWf1_33TLSgYT2r6f6fWaTUi61uMsYPMNbSDQzL4VbGSOnlojITugBvkua-cHg2O5jLSlHSSwVzCY9QFGmatvnLStMTc%2C&amp;typo=1&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=govdelivery" target="_blank">KCC’s YouTube channel</a>&nbsp;for viewing only with no registration required.The Commission will also accept written comments regarding the rate increase request through 5 p.m., August 5, 2024, on its&nbsp;<a href="https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2Fl%2FeyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDQsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA2MjIuNTk3NTM3NjEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL2tjYy5rcy5nb3YveW91ci1vcGluaW9uLW1hdHRlcnM_dXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNlPWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5In0.iEXK5UaHUKlqMjh9ZTJOnZ8T6HmpyWXVP42Tx4JHhPY%2Fs%2F1510798978%2Fbr%2F133428733359-l%3Futm_medium%3Demail%26utm_source%3Dgovdelivery&amp;c=E%2C1%2CR2sOADN92BvAltuk2ooKI2_XcZkuT3X5QjwOJ5F1JLGOfLdDYq0QfjiqsTE3hziEPUdHjtDwckb4LQop-cEjfhET2KYYOqkyZPIGZFhuakxqy_ZMlA%2C%2C&amp;typo=1&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=govdelivery" target="_blank">website</a>, by mail to the Commission’s Office at 1500 SW Arrowhead Rd, Topeka, KS 66604-4027 or by calling the KCC’s Office of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at 785-271-3140 or 800-662-0027.The Commission will issue an order on the application on or before October 25, 2024.

KCC schedules June public hearings on Kansas Gas Service rate increase application

POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY —Authorities in Pottawatomie County have released the name of the woman who died in the tornado on Tuesday.

According to&nbsp;Becky Ryan, Pottawatomie County Public Information Officer, 58-year-old Ann Miller died from injuries in the tornado.

Just after 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, an EF3 tornado struck the Pottawatomie County community of Westmoreland with wind gusts of 140mph, according to a preliminary damage survey by the National Weather Service in Topeka.

&nbsp;Miller was a long term county resident and a county health department employee.

Meanwhile, the American Red Cross is establishing a Resource Center in Westmoreland to aid residents impacted by the tornado.

The Resource Center will serve both direct victims and those indirectly affected, including families. It will operate from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday, May 3 through Sunday, May 5 at the Methodist Church, located at 109 Main Street in Westmoreland. 

Agencies will be located in the education building immediately south of the church.Visitors to the Resource Center will have access to a wide range of services from various agencies, including but not limited to:• Pawnee Mental Health• American Red Cross• Pottawatomie County Appraiser’s Office• Pottawatomie County Health Department• AT&amp;T• The Salvation ArmyResidents affected by the disaster are encouraged to take advantage of the support available at the Resource Center, and community members are urged to spread the word about this important resource.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714524542202.png" alt="Picture of the Tuesday tornado by Kristen Krainbill. The view is facing west from the Charlson and Wilson offices located at 108 N 2nd in Westmoreland. The buildings in the picture are the old and new Pottawatomie County Courthouse and Jail and County offices." />
 <figcaption>Picture of the Tuesday tornado by Kristen Krainbill. The view is facing west from the Charlson and Wilson offices located at 108 N 2nd in Westmoreland. The buildings in the picture are the old and new Pottawatomie County Courthouse and Jail and County offices.</figcaption>
 </figure>POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY —Authorities in Pottawatomie County have released the name of the woman who died in the tornado on Tuesday.According to&nbsp;Becky Ryan, Pottawatomie County Public Information Officer, 58-year-old Ann Miller died from injuries in the tornado.Just after 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, an EF3 tornado struck the Pottawatomie County community of Westmoreland with wind gusts of 140mph, according to a preliminary damage survey by the National Weather Service in Topeka.&nbsp;Miller was a long term county resident and a county health department employee.Meanwhile, the American Red Cross is establishing a Resource Center in Westmoreland to aid residents impacted by the tornado.The Resource Center will serve both direct victims and those indirectly affected, including families. It will operate from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday, May 3 through Sunday, May 5 at the Methodist Church, located at 109 Main Street in Westmoreland. Agencies will be located in the education building immediately south of the church.Visitors to the Resource Center will have access to a wide range of services from various agencies, including but not limited to:• Pawnee Mental Health• American Red Cross• Pottawatomie County Appraiser’s Office• Pottawatomie County Health Department• AT&amp;T• The Salvation ArmyResidents affected by the disaster are encouraged to take advantage of the support available at the Resource Center, and community members are urged to spread the word about this important resource.

Officials ID woman who died in Westmoreland tornado

RILEY COUNTY - Starting Friday, May 3rd, Kansas Department of Transportation plans to start Phase 3 of the K-18/K177 pavement improvement project.

Phase 3 of the project will have traffic traveling head-to-head in the southbound/eastbound lanes while crews reconstruct the northbound/westbound lanes.

Work will be done in subphases, to keep traffic flow.&nbsp;

This Phase is expected to take until July to complete, weather-permitting and provided traffic follows the marked routes through the area and avoids the newly poured roadway.

Turning restrictions at the intersections of McDowell Creek Road, Stadel Road, Zeandale Road, Pride Drive, Johnson Road and Acorn Lane will remain in place.

KDOT urges all motorists to be alert and obey the warning signs when approaching and driving through a highway work zone. To stay aware of highway construction projects across Kansas, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kandrive.gov/" target="_blank">www.KanDrive.gov</a>&nbsp;or call 5-1-1.

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostRILEY COUNTY - Starting Friday, May 3rd, Kansas Department of Transportation plans to start Phase 3 of the K-18/K177 pavement improvement project.<div><iframe src="https://www.google.com/maps/embed?pb=!1m24!1m12!1m3!1d6422.588627281435!2d-96.55132768167164!3d39.17505910294559!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!4m9!3e0!4m3!3m2!1d39.1716745!2d-96.5451282!4m3!3m2!1d39.1757756!2d-96.5574673!5e1!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1714664385799!5m2!1sen!2sus" width="600" height="450" style="border:0;" allowfullscreen="" loading="lazy" referrerpolicy="no-referrer-when-downgrade"></iframe></div>Phase 3 of the project will have traffic traveling head-to-head in the southbound/eastbound lanes while crews reconstruct the northbound/westbound lanes.Work will be done in subphases, to keep traffic flow.&nbsp;This Phase is expected to take until July to complete, weather-permitting and provided traffic follows the marked routes through the area and avoids the newly poured roadway.Turning restrictions at the intersections of McDowell Creek Road, Stadel Road, Zeandale Road, Pride Drive, Johnson Road and Acorn Lane will remain in place.KDOT urges all motorists to be alert and obey the warning signs when approaching and driving through a highway work zone. To stay aware of highway construction projects across Kansas, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kandrive.gov/" target="_blank">www.KanDrive.gov</a>&nbsp;or call 5-1-1.

KDOT: K18/K177 Pavement replacement Phase 3 to start Friday, May 3rd

MARCUS ANTHONY PEREZ JR, 30, Leonardville, Possession of marijuana; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Bond $2,000

GABRIEL ALTAMIRANO VILLEGAS, 28, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

TIFFANY LYNN FERNANDEZ, 42, Topeka, Probation Violation; Bond $10,000

RYAN WORTHY PATTERSON, 23, Ogden, Criminal damage to property; Without consent value $1000 to $25,000; Bond $2,000

CHASITY LEANNE TRIPLETT, 42, Manhattan, Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Bond $2,000

TRAVELL LASHAWN TOLIVER, 48, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Remains confined to Riley County Jail

DAMION LEE HUFF, 28, Manhattan, Probation Violation; Bond $5,000

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;MARCUS ANTHONY PEREZ JR, 30, Leonardville, Possession of marijuana; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Bond $2,000GABRIEL ALTAMIRANO VILLEGAS, 28, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750TIFFANY LYNN FERNANDEZ, 42, Topeka, Probation Violation; Bond $10,000RYAN WORTHY PATTERSON, 23, Ogden, Criminal damage to property; Without consent value $1000 to $25,000; Bond $2,000CHASITY LEANNE TRIPLETT, 42, Manhattan, Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Bond $2,000TRAVELL LASHAWN TOLIVER, 48, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Remains confined to Riley County JailDAMION LEE HUFF, 28, Manhattan, Probation Violation; Bond $5,000

Riley County Arrest Report May 2

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged criminal damage to property.

Just before 9a.m. Wednesday, officers filed a report of criminal damage to property in the 100 block of Harvard Place in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.&nbsp;

S&amp;S Development, Inc., reported an unknown subject threw a large rock through a double paned window. 

Estimated total loss is $1,200. Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rileycountypolice.org/287/Crime-Stoppers">Crime Stoppers</a>. Using Crime Stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged criminal damage to property.Just before 9a.m. Wednesday, officers filed a report of criminal damage to property in the 100 block of Harvard Place in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.&nbsp;S&amp;S Development, Inc., reported an unknown subject threw a large rock through a double paned window. Estimated total loss is $1,200. Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rileycountypolice.org/287/Crime-Stoppers">Crime Stoppers</a>. Using Crime Stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

RCPD: Suspect threw large rock through business window

K-State horticulture expert shares management tips for homeowners whose trees were damaged by recent storms.

By&nbsp;<a href="mailto:maddy23@ksu.edu">MADDY ROHR </a>K-State Research and Extension news service

Recent storms across the Midwest left many homeowners with damaged trees from heavy wind&nbsp;and rain. Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini shares tips to manage storm-damaged trees:

Not all trees should be salvaged.&nbsp;Trees with bark that has split and exposed the cambium or those where the main trunk has split are not likely to survive.

“Trees with so many broken limbs that the structure is altered may best be replaced,” Domenghini said. “Though these trees may produce new growth, they are under such extreme stress they are much more susceptible to diseases/pests and can be dangerous due to increased risk for further breaks.”

Prune broken branches to the next large branch or the trunk. Domenghini cautions against cutting branches flush with the trunk, cut to the collar area where the branch attaches to the trunk.

“Cutting flush to the trunk creates a larger wound that takes longer to heal,” Domenghini said.

Cut back large limbs progressively.&nbsp;The first cut should be made on the underside of the branch about 15 inches away from the trunk. Cut about one-third of the way through the limb.

The second cut should be made on top of the branch but about two inches further away from the trunk, creating an angle when joined with the first cut. This will cause the branch to break away.

The third cut should be made at the collar to remove the resulting stub.

Domenghini and her colleagues in K-State's Department of Horticulture and Natural Resources produce a weekly&nbsp;<a href="https://hnr.k-state.edu/extension/info-center/newsletters/index.html">Horticulture Newsletter</a>&nbsp;with tips for maintaining home landscapes and gardens. The newsletter is available to&nbsp;<a href="https://hnr.k-state.edu/extension/info-center/newsletters/index.html">view online</a>&nbsp;or can be delivered by email each week.

Interested persons can also send their garden and yard-related questions to Domenghini at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cdom@ksu.edu,">cdom@ksu.edu,</a>&nbsp;or contact your&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/about/statewide-locations.html">local K-State Research and Extension office</a>.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714655748355.png" alt="Managing storm-damaged trees K-State expert says not all trees should be salvaged. Storm-damaged trees with bark that has split and exposed the cambium or those where the main trunk has split are not likely to survive. Image Courtesy KSRE" />
 <figcaption>Managing storm-damaged trees K-State expert says not all trees should be salvaged. Storm-damaged trees with bark that has split and exposed the cambium or those where the main trunk has split are not likely to survive. Image Courtesy KSRE</figcaption>
 </figure><h2>K-State horticulture expert shares management tips for homeowners whose trees were damaged by recent storms.</h2>By&nbsp;<a href="mailto:maddy23@ksu.edu">MADDY ROHR </a>K-State Research and Extension news serviceRecent storms across the Midwest left many homeowners with damaged trees from heavy wind&nbsp;and rain. Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini shares tips to manage storm-damaged trees:Not all trees should be salvaged.&nbsp;Trees with bark that has split and exposed the cambium or those where the main trunk has split are not likely to survive.“Trees with so many broken limbs that the structure is altered may best be replaced,” Domenghini said. “Though these trees may produce new growth, they are under such extreme stress they are much more susceptible to diseases/pests and can be dangerous due to increased risk for further breaks.”Prune broken branches to the next large branch or the trunk. Domenghini cautions against cutting branches flush with the trunk, cut to the collar area where the branch attaches to the trunk.“Cutting flush to the trunk creates a larger wound that takes longer to heal,” Domenghini said.Cut back large limbs progressively.&nbsp;The first cut should be made on the underside of the branch about 15 inches away from the trunk. Cut about one-third of the way through the limb.The second cut should be made on top of the branch but about two inches further away from the trunk, creating an angle when joined with the first cut. This will cause the branch to break away.The third cut should be made at the collar to remove the resulting stub.Domenghini and her colleagues in K-State's Department of Horticulture and Natural Resources produce a weekly&nbsp;<a href="https://hnr.k-state.edu/extension/info-center/newsletters/index.html">Horticulture Newsletter</a>&nbsp;with tips for maintaining home landscapes and gardens. The newsletter is available to&nbsp;<a href="https://hnr.k-state.edu/extension/info-center/newsletters/index.html">view online</a>&nbsp;or can be delivered by email each week.Interested persons can also send their garden and yard-related questions to Domenghini at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cdom@ksu.edu,">cdom@ksu.edu,</a>&nbsp;or contact your&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/about/statewide-locations.html">local K-State Research and Extension office</a>.

KSRE — Tips to managing storm damaged trees

POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY—A strong storm spawned a deadly tornado in northeast Kansas Tuesday.

The tornado was on the ground for eight minutes, traveled 2.58 miles with a maximum width of 100 yards.

One person died in the storm and three were injured. The tornado also destroyed 22 homes, three RVs and five outbuildings and damaged another 13 homes and one commercial building. 

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 </figure>POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY—A strong storm spawned a deadly tornado in northeast Kansas Tuesday.Just after 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, an EF3 tornado struck the Pottawatomie County community of Westmoreland with wind gusts of 140mph, according to a preliminary damage survey by the National Weather Service in Topeka.<figure>
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 </figure>One person died in the storm and three were injured. The tornado also destroyed 22 homes, three RVs and five outbuildings and damaged another 13 homes and one commercial building.

NWS: Westmoreland tornado had winds of 140mph

WESTMORELAND - UPDATE: Wednesday, May 1, 2024 - 1:00pm:

Access to the damaged portion of Westmoreland remains restricted while crews continue to remove debris.&nbsp;

Residents have been asked to place debris near the roadside for city, county and volunteer teams to collect and haul away.

Volunteer assistance is appreciated, however, no heavy equipment is needed. Volunteers must register at the Law Enforcement Center, 108 N 1st Street.&nbsp;

There are more than 175 volunteers already assisting with clean-up of debris in Westmoreland.

The American Red Cross is operating a day time safe and secure space at the Westmoreland Community Center. Those impacted by the tornado can request additional assistance by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS(1-800-733-2777).

Westmoreland Mayor, Mark Jack, expressed gratitude to emergency responders, Kansas Gas, Evergy, The American Red Cross, and volunteers for their swift response and ongoing support during this challenging time for the community.

WESTMORELAND - Following <a href="https://littleapplepost.com/posts/e8a357e5-b554-4b88-8fab-7edf2bae79bc">Tuesday night's tornado</a>, officials are asking the public to stay away from Westmoreland on Wednesday, May 1st to allow officials time and space to evaluate the damage and restore utility services to the area.

Once emergency officials are able to assess the damages and create a plan for clean-up more information will be posted for those wishing to help or provide supplies.&nbsp;

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post<h2>WESTMORELAND - UPDATE: Wednesday, May 1, 2024 - 1:00pm:</h2>Access to the damaged portion of Westmoreland remains restricted while crews continue to remove debris.&nbsp;Residents have been asked to place debris near the roadside for city, county and volunteer teams to collect and haul away.Volunteer assistance is appreciated, however, no heavy equipment is needed. Volunteers must register at the Law Enforcement Center, 108 N 1st Street.&nbsp;There are more than 175 volunteers already assisting with clean-up of debris in Westmoreland.The American Red Cross is operating a day time safe and secure space at the Westmoreland Community Center. Those impacted by the tornado can request additional assistance by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS(1-800-733-2777).Westmoreland Mayor, Mark Jack, expressed gratitude to emergency responders, Kansas Gas, Evergy, The American Red Cross, and volunteers for their swift response and ongoing support during this challenging time for the community.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714588741441.png" alt="Westmoreland tornado, picture by Kristen Krainbill, facing west from Charlson and Wilson office, across from the Pottawatomie County Courthouse and Jail" />
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 </figure>WESTMORELAND - Following <a href="https://littleapplepost.com/posts/e8a357e5-b554-4b88-8fab-7edf2bae79bc">Tuesday night's tornado</a>, officials are asking the public to stay away from Westmoreland on Wednesday, May 1st to allow officials time and space to evaluate the damage and restore utility services to the area.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FPottCountyKS%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0vYJVzahorawdoJ5F6ws8ENrde2KR9VR4YJ2CVnSY69RJhzXrHQeiZ2FbPZ2o5n1Jl&show_text=true&width=500&is_preview=true" width="500" height="687" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>Once emergency officials are able to assess the damages and create a plan for clean-up more information will be posted for those wishing to help or provide supplies.&nbsp;

UPDATE: Volunteers in Westmoreland to check-in at Pott. Co. Sheriff's Office

ALDAIR SANTOS INES, 23, Ogden, Failure to appear; Bond $2,000

CASSIDY FAITH STOCKMAN, 29, St. Marys, Failure to appear; Probation Violation; Bond $2,500

LADAISHA RENEE RANSOM, 20, Manhattan, Probation Violation; Remains confined to the Riley County Jail

MIGUEL ANGEL RUIZ, 20, Manhattan, Possession of marijuana; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Bond $1,000

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;ALDAIR SANTOS INES, 23, Ogden, Failure to appear; Bond $2,000CASSIDY FAITH STOCKMAN, 29, St. Marys, Failure to appear; Probation Violation; Bond $2,500LADAISHA RENEE RANSOM, 20, Manhattan, Probation Violation; Remains confined to the Riley County JailMIGUEL ANGEL RUIZ, 20, Manhattan, Possession of marijuana; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Bond $1,000

Riley County Arrest Report May 1

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged theft in Manhattan.&nbsp;

Just after 7p.m. Tuesday, officers filed a report of theft in the 1200 block of Moro Street in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

A 29-year-old woman reported contents of her purse were taken when she was not looking by an unknown subject.&nbsp; The incident is said to have occurred in the early morning hours of April 28.&nbsp;

Total estimated loss is $1,155. Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rileycountypolice.org/287/Crime-Stoppers">Crime Stoppers</a>. Using Crime Stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged theft in Manhattan.&nbsp;Just after 7p.m. Tuesday, officers filed a report of theft in the 1200 block of Moro Street in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.A 29-year-old woman reported contents of her purse were taken when she was not looking by an unknown subject.&nbsp; The incident is said to have occurred in the early morning hours of April 28.&nbsp;Total estimated loss is $1,155. Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rileycountypolice.org/287/Crime-Stoppers">Crime Stoppers</a>. Using Crime Stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

RCPD: Suspect took $1,155 in contents from woman's purse

WESTMORELAND —Pottawatomie County Offices in Westmoreland will be closed to the public on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 due to the effects of the tornado that struck Westmoreland Tuesday afternoon. 

At this time, offices will reopen on Thursday, May 2. Although the County Office Building did not sustain damage, power in the City has not yet been restored and there will be a significant amount of damage cleanup taking place in Westmoreland.

WESTMORELAND —Pottawatomie County Offices in Westmoreland will be closed to the public on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 due to the effects of the tornado that struck Westmoreland Tuesday afternoon. At this time, offices will reopen on Thursday, May 2. Although the County Office Building did not sustain damage, power in the City has not yet been restored and there will be a significant amount of damage cleanup taking place in Westmoreland.

Pottawatomie County offices will remain closed Wednesday

POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY—One person has died from injuries in the Tuesday afternoon tornado in Pottawatomie County, according to County Spokesperson Becky Ryan.

In addition to the fatality, three others were treated for injuries.

Just after 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, a tornado struck Westmoreland, according to a statement from the county.

 At this time, there are reports of damage to multiple structures in the city. Officials did reopen Highway 99 to traffic.

Multiple first responders have arrived in Westmoreland to conduct grid searches to catalog damage and search for more people that may have been injured.&nbsp; Officials ask the general public to please keep away from the area at this time.

At 8p.m., a temporary shelter opened at Rock Creek High School, 9355 Flush Road, for those displaced due to the the tornado.

Check the Post for more information as it becomes available.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714524542202.png" alt="Picture of the Tuesday tornado by Kristen Krainbill.&nbsp; The view is facing west from the Charlson and Wilson offices located at 108 N 2nd&nbsp;in Westmoreland. The buildings in the picture are the old and new Pottawatomie County Courthouse and Jail and County offices." />
 <figcaption>Picture of the Tuesday tornado by Kristen Krainbill.&nbsp; The view is facing west from the Charlson and Wilson offices located at 108 N 2nd&nbsp;in Westmoreland. The buildings in the picture are the old and new Pottawatomie County Courthouse and Jail and County offices.</figcaption>
 </figure>POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY—One person has died from injuries in the Tuesday afternoon tornado in Pottawatomie County, according to County Spokesperson Becky Ryan.In addition to the fatality, three others were treated for injuries.Just after 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, a tornado struck Westmoreland, according to a statement from the county. At this time, there are reports of damage to multiple structures in the city. Officials did reopen Highway 99 to traffic.Multiple first responders have arrived in Westmoreland to conduct grid searches to catalog damage and search for more people that may have been injured.&nbsp; Officials ask the general public to please keep away from the area at this time.At 8p.m., a temporary shelter opened at Rock Creek High School, 9355 Flush Road, for those displaced due to the the tornado.Check the Post for more information as it becomes available.

One confirmed death in Pottawatomie County tornado

MANHATTAN - On Saturday, May 4th, the Flint Hills Discovery Center will host its annual Flint Hills Festival from 10am to 5pm on Blue Earth Plaza.

Activities for children and adults of all ages, including live entertainment, community group booths, venders, maker demonstrations, and a wine &amp; beer tasting tent, along with a Taste of Kansas fair are available to explore.

Visit Manhattan, and the Flint Hills Discovery Center Foundation have provided funding to allow the event to be free to attend, as well as all exhibits within the Flint Hills Discovery Center.

This weekend also marks the last chance to explore Thomas Edison's Secret Lab traveling exhibit.

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - On Saturday, May 4th, the Flint Hills Discovery Center will host its annual Flint Hills Festival from 10am to 5pm on Blue Earth Plaza.<div><div style="position:relative;overflow:hidden;padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/7Se7xdnr-60zMcgvZ.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="Flint Hills Festival" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div>Activities for children and adults of all ages, including live entertainment, community group booths, venders, maker demonstrations, and a wine &amp; beer tasting tent, along with a Taste of Kansas fair are available to explore.Visit Manhattan, and the Flint Hills Discovery Center Foundation have provided funding to allow the event to be free to attend, as well as all exhibits within the Flint Hills Discovery Center.This weekend also marks the last chance to explore Thomas Edison's Secret Lab traveling exhibit.

Flint Hills Festival is May 4th, last week to visit Edison's Secret Lab

MANHATTAN - The City of Manhattan's Parks and Recreation Department is presenting it's updated <a href="https://manhattanks.sharepoint.com/sites/CommissionPacket/Shared%20Documents/Forms/AllItems.aspx?id=%2Fsites%2FCommissionPacket%2FShared%20Documents%2FGeneral%2FCity%20Commission%20Agenda%20Packet%2F2024%2F043024%20Wk%20Session%2FA%2E%20Move%20MHK%20Master%20Plan%2F1%2E%20Move%20MHK%20City%20Council%20Work%20Session%20%2D%202024%2D04%2D30%5FFinal%2Epdf&amp;parent=%2Fsites%2FCommissionPacket%2FShared%20Documents%2FGeneral%2FCity%20Commission%20Agenda%20Packet%2F2024%2F043024%20Wk%20Session%2FA%2E%20Move%20MHK%20Master%20Plan&amp;p=true&amp;ga=1">comprehensive master plan </a>including key initiatives identified from public input surveys to the Manhattan City Commission on Tuesday evening.

City of Manhattan, Park and Recreation Director, Aaron Stewart sat down with me to discuss the plan, you can watch our interview here.

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - The City of Manhattan's Parks and Recreation Department is presenting it's updated <a href="https://manhattanks.sharepoint.com/sites/CommissionPacket/Shared%20Documents/Forms/AllItems.aspx?id=%2Fsites%2FCommissionPacket%2FShared%20Documents%2FGeneral%2FCity%20Commission%20Agenda%20Packet%2F2024%2F043024%20Wk%20Session%2FA%2E%20Move%20MHK%20Master%20Plan%2F1%2E%20Move%20MHK%20City%20Council%20Work%20Session%20%2D%202024%2D04%2D30%5FFinal%2Epdf&amp;parent=%2Fsites%2FCommissionPacket%2FShared%20Documents%2FGeneral%2FCity%20Commission%20Agenda%20Packet%2F2024%2F043024%20Wk%20Session%2FA%2E%20Move%20MHK%20Master%20Plan&amp;p=true&amp;ga=1">comprehensive master plan </a>including key initiatives identified from public input surveys to the Manhattan City Commission on Tuesday evening.City of Manhattan, Park and Recreation Director, Aaron Stewart sat down with me to discuss the plan, you can watch our interview here.<div><div style="position:relative;overflow:hidden;padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/ionDfiQU-60zMcgvZ.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="Aaron Stewart City Of Mhk Parks And Rec" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div>

Move MHK! Comprehensive Parks and Rec Master Plan to be presented to City Commission

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) –&nbsp;a&nbsp;member of the Senate&nbsp;Committee on&nbsp;Commerce – Tuesday joined his colleagues in co-sponsoring the&nbsp;bipartisan&nbsp;AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act, according to a statement from Moran's office.

This legislation would direct the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to require automakers to maintain AM broadcast radio in new vehicles at no additional charge. Similar legislation has been introduced in the&nbsp;U.S.&nbsp;House&nbsp;of Representatives.&nbsp;

“AM radios connect rural communities with news, sports, weather and&nbsp;much more,”&nbsp;said Sen. Moran.&nbsp;“In parts of the country with limited connectivity, AM radios are often the only means to notify residents of tornadoes, snow storms and other dangerous weather. This legislation will help make certain new vehicles are&nbsp;equipped with an AM radio,&nbsp;so that folks in every corner of the country can stay connected to broadcasting and local updates during emergencies.”

This legislation was introduced by Sens. Ed Markey (D-Mass.) and Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and is now co-sponsored by 60 senators.The full text of the legislation can be found&nbsp;<a href="https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/_cache/files/6/f/6fc29518-f539-4bc1-a33a-39cf2f6af994/48D91F65A83767C59A357D322B165EFE.am-radio-for-every-vehicle-actpdf.pdf" target="_blank">here</a>.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) –&nbsp;a&nbsp;member of the Senate&nbsp;Committee on&nbsp;Commerce – Tuesday joined his colleagues in co-sponsoring the&nbsp;bipartisan&nbsp;AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act, according to a statement from Moran's office.This legislation would direct the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to require automakers to maintain AM broadcast radio in new vehicles at no additional charge. Similar legislation has been introduced in the&nbsp;U.S.&nbsp;House&nbsp;of Representatives.&nbsp;“AM radios connect rural communities with news, sports, weather and&nbsp;much more,”&nbsp;said Sen. Moran.&nbsp;“In parts of the country with limited connectivity, AM radios are often the only means to notify residents of tornadoes, snow storms and other dangerous weather. This legislation will help make certain new vehicles are&nbsp;equipped with an AM radio,&nbsp;so that folks in every corner of the country can stay connected to broadcasting and local updates during emergencies.”This legislation was introduced by Sens. Ed Markey (D-Mass.) and Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and is now co-sponsored by 60 senators.The full text of the legislation can be found&nbsp;<a href="https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/_cache/files/6/f/6fc29518-f539-4bc1-a33a-39cf2f6af994/48D91F65A83767C59A357D322B165EFE.am-radio-for-every-vehicle-actpdf.pdf" target="_blank">here</a>.

Senator Moran co-sponsors bill to protect AM radio

JONATHAN LEWIS LEMUEL VALENTINE, 43, Manhattan, Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Bond $1,000

MADELIENE JOSEPHINE GRAY, 27, Wamego, Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose felony warrant service or execution; Probation Violation; Bond $4,000

GERRY WAYNE PHILLIPS II, 32, Manhattan, Probation Violation; Bond $6,000

ETZON GUDIEL OROZCO AGUSTIN, 29, Topeka, Driving while suspended; 1st conviction; Bond $750

AARON WAYNE WINTERMAN, 37, Parole violation; Arrested and released on bond by Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office on 4/26/2024

DORIAN ALEXIS AYALA CANTORAN, 22, Fort Riley, Failure to appear; Arrested and released on bond by Geary County Sheriff's Office on 4/19/2024

JENNIFER LYNN KONKRIGHT, 42, Wichita, Fail to comply w/diversion; Arrested and released on bond by Sedgwick County Sheriff's Office on 4/18/2024

CHERLYNN NICHOLE RACHEL, 31, Lawrence, Aggravated domestic battery; choke in rude manner; family member/dating relationship; Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Arrested and released on bond by Lawrence Police Department on 4/16/2024

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;JONATHAN LEWIS LEMUEL VALENTINE, 43, Manhattan, Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Bond $1,000MADELIENE JOSEPHINE GRAY, 27, Wamego, Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose felony warrant service or execution; Probation Violation; Bond $4,000GERRY WAYNE PHILLIPS II, 32, Manhattan, Probation Violation; Bond $6,000ETZON GUDIEL OROZCO AGUSTIN, 29, Topeka, Driving while suspended; 1st conviction; Bond $750AARON WAYNE WINTERMAN, 37, Parole violation; Arrested and released on bond by Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office on 4/26/2024DORIAN ALEXIS AYALA CANTORAN, 22, Fort Riley, Failure to appear; Arrested and released on bond by Geary County Sheriff's Office on 4/19/2024JENNIFER LYNN KONKRIGHT, 42, Wichita, Fail to comply w/diversion; Arrested and released on bond by Sedgwick County Sheriff's Office on 4/18/2024CHERLYNN NICHOLE RACHEL, 31, Lawrence, Aggravated domestic battery; choke in rude manner; family member/dating relationship; Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Arrested and released on bond by Lawrence Police Department on 4/16/2024

Riley County Arrest Report Apr. 30

RILEY COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just before 9p.m. Monday in Riley County.

A motorcycle struck a deer in the 7000 block of Stockdale Park Road, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

EMS transported the male driver and female passenger to the hospital with non life-threatening injuries.&nbsp; The RCPD released no additional details.

RILEY COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just before 9p.m. Monday in Riley County.A motorcycle struck a deer in the 7000 block of Stockdale Park Road, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.EMS transported the male driver and female passenger to the hospital with non life-threatening injuries.&nbsp; The RCPD released no additional details.

2 hospitalized after motorcycle struck a deer

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post

MANHATTAN - Early on Sunday, April 28th, Riley County Police Officers patrolling Aggieville in the 1100 block of Moro Street heard a gunshot near where they were patrolling.

Just before 2:00 am, officers entered the walkway between 1101 and 1109 Moro Street, where they saw two vehicles leaving the area.

One vehicle drove speedily away from the area, while the other driver was quickly stopped without incident by RCPD officers.

Officers located a shell casing and quickly established a crime scene.&nbsp;

No arrests have been made in connection with the incident, however, RCPD says there are no indications that the community as a whole has been targeted by this incident.&nbsp;

Anyone with information is asked to contact&nbsp;<a href="https://rileycountypolice.org/287/Crime-Stoppers">Crime Stoppers</a>. Using Crime Stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - Early on Sunday, April 28th, Riley County Police Officers patrolling Aggieville in the 1100 block of Moro Street heard a gunshot near where they were patrolling.Just before 2:00 am, officers entered the walkway between 1101 and 1109 Moro Street, where they saw two vehicles leaving the area.One vehicle drove speedily away from the area, while the other driver was quickly stopped without incident by RCPD officers.Officers located a shell casing and quickly established a crime scene.&nbsp;No arrests have been made in connection with the incident, however, RCPD says there are no indications that the community as a whole has been targeted by this incident.&nbsp;Anyone with information is asked to contact&nbsp;<a href="https://rileycountypolice.org/287/Crime-Stoppers">Crime Stoppers</a>. Using Crime Stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

RCPD requests information after shot fired in Aggieville on Sunday

submitted by Kansas State University, Division of Communications and Marketing, by Joe Montgomery

MANHATTAN — A Kansas State University researcher has new support to battle one of the biggest global threats to pigs and swine production, which is a $57-billion-dollar industry in the U.S.

<a href="https://foundationfar.org/" target="_blank">The Foundation for Food &amp; Agriculture Research</a>, or FFAR, recently awarded&nbsp;<a href="https://foundationfar.org/grants-funding/grants/validating-an-african-swine-fever-virus-subunit-vaccine/" target="_blank">a $1 million Seeding Solutions Grant</a>&nbsp;to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.vet.k-state.edu/academics/dmp/faculty-staff/faculty/mwangi/mwangi.html" target="_blank">Waithaka Mwangi</a>, immunology professor in the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.vet.k-state.edu/academics/dmp/" target="_blank">department of diagnostic medicine and pathobiology</a>&nbsp;in K-State's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.vet.k-state.edu/" target="_blank">College of Veterinary Medicine</a>, to support his ongoing work to develop safe and rapidly deployable vaccines to prevent African Swine Fever Virus.

Elanco Animal Health, K-State's Office of the Vice President for Research, Kansas State University Innovation Partners and MEDIAN Diagnostics Inc. provided matching funds for a $2,645,427 total investment.

African Swine Fever Virus, or ASFV, is a highly contagious, fatal disease in pigs that spreads rapidly. Currently, there is no commercially available treatment or vaccine for the virus.

That's why Mwangi and his team are working urgently to develop and validate a promising vaccine that could protect pigs from the virus.

"Certain proteins inherent within the virus can activate an immune response in swine," Mwangi said. "My research is identifying which ASFV proteins induce protective immune responses, the optimal dose, the most effective immunization platform and a way to differentiate infected pigs from vaccinated ones. This FFAR Seeding Solutions grant provides the funds for us to leverage additional stakeholder support needed to fund the necessary research to validate the effectiveness of a prototype vaccine that has already generated promising results."

Mwangi's work comes as swine producers urgently search for a way to protect their herds, since without a preventative vaccine or treatment, the only way to control ASFV is through enhanced biosecurity methods, such as quarantining or culling infected pigs.

ASFV has existed in Africa for decades, but the virus has started to spread globally, with cases detected recently in the Dominican Republic and Haiti.

Outbreaks in the U.S. would be staggeringly devastating — not just for the pork industry, but also for other agriculture commodities, such as corn and soy, that support it.

"Should the virus reach the U.S., outputs from this research could slow the virus's spread, protect millions of U.S. pigs and safeguard our food supply," said Jasmine Bruno, Ph.D., FFAR scientific program director for Cultivating Thriving Production Systems.

Additionally, Mwangi's research team is addressing safety concerns and production constraints that would allow regulatory agencies to approve the use of this vaccine.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714399686868.jpeg" alt="Waithaka Mwangi is leading research to develop and validate a vaccine against African Swine Fever Virus. The research team includes Waithaka Mwangi, at the far right; Tae Kim, research assistant professor; and graduate students Huldah Sang, Jayden McCall and Rakshith Kumar, picture from K-State" />
 <figcaption>Waithaka Mwangi is leading research to develop and validate a vaccine against African Swine Fever Virus. The research team includes Waithaka Mwangi, at the far right; Tae Kim, research assistant professor; and graduate students Huldah Sang, Jayden McCall and Rakshith Kumar, picture from K-State</figcaption>
 </figure>submitted by Kansas State University, Division of Communications and Marketing, by Joe MontgomeryMANHATTAN — A Kansas State University researcher has new support to battle one of the biggest global threats to pigs and swine production, which is a $57-billion-dollar industry in the U.S.<a href="https://foundationfar.org/" target="_blank">The Foundation for Food &amp; Agriculture Research</a>, or FFAR, recently awarded&nbsp;<a href="https://foundationfar.org/grants-funding/grants/validating-an-african-swine-fever-virus-subunit-vaccine/" target="_blank">a $1 million Seeding Solutions Grant</a>&nbsp;to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.vet.k-state.edu/academics/dmp/faculty-staff/faculty/mwangi/mwangi.html" target="_blank">Waithaka Mwangi</a>, immunology professor in the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.vet.k-state.edu/academics/dmp/" target="_blank">department of diagnostic medicine and pathobiology</a>&nbsp;in K-State's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.vet.k-state.edu/" target="_blank">College of Veterinary Medicine</a>, to support his ongoing work to develop safe and rapidly deployable vaccines to prevent African Swine Fever Virus.Elanco Animal Health, K-State's Office of the Vice President for Research, Kansas State University Innovation Partners and MEDIAN Diagnostics Inc. provided matching funds for a $2,645,427 total investment.African Swine Fever Virus, or ASFV, is a highly contagious, fatal disease in pigs that spreads rapidly. Currently, there is no commercially available treatment or vaccine for the virus.That's why Mwangi and his team are working urgently to develop and validate a promising vaccine that could protect pigs from the virus."Certain proteins inherent within the virus can activate an immune response in swine," Mwangi said. "My research is identifying which ASFV proteins induce protective immune responses, the optimal dose, the most effective immunization platform and a way to differentiate infected pigs from vaccinated ones. This FFAR Seeding Solutions grant provides the funds for us to leverage additional stakeholder support needed to fund the necessary research to validate the effectiveness of a prototype vaccine that has already generated promising results."Mwangi's work comes as swine producers urgently search for a way to protect their herds, since without a preventative vaccine or treatment, the only way to control ASFV is through enhanced biosecurity methods, such as quarantining or culling infected pigs.ASFV has existed in Africa for decades, but the virus has started to spread globally, with cases detected recently in the Dominican Republic and Haiti.Outbreaks in the U.S. would be staggeringly devastating — not just for the pork industry, but also for other agriculture commodities, such as corn and soy, that support it."Should the virus reach the U.S., outputs from this research could slow the virus's spread, protect millions of U.S. pigs and safeguard our food supply," said Jasmine Bruno, Ph.D., FFAR scientific program director for Cultivating Thriving Production Systems.Additionally, Mwangi's research team is addressing safety concerns and production constraints that would allow regulatory agencies to approve the use of this vaccine.

K-State researcher has $2.6 million in new support to fight deadly African Swine Fever

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating theft at Walmart in Manhattan.

Just before 1:30p.m. Saturday, officers filed a report of felony theft in the 100 block of Bluemont Avenue in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

 Walmart reported a man and woman duo shoplifted approximately $2,700 worth of merchandise via distraction. 

Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rileycountypolice.org/287/Crime-Stoppers">Crime Stoppers</a>. Using Crime Stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

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 </figure>RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating theft at Walmart in Manhattan.Just before 1:30p.m. Saturday, officers filed a report of felony theft in the 100 block of Bluemont Avenue in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. Walmart reported a man and woman duo shoplifted approximately $2,700 worth of merchandise via distraction. Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rileycountypolice.org/287/Crime-Stoppers">Crime Stoppers</a>. Using Crime Stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

RCPD: Suspects shoplifted $2,700 in merchandise

JAMES DILLON WEIDNER, 24, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 2nd conviction; blood/breath .08 &gt;; Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution; Ignition interlock device; Operate a car without a required device; Bond $2,500

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;JAMES DILLON WEIDNER, 24, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 2nd conviction; blood/breath .08 &gt;; Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution; Ignition interlock device; Operate a car without a required device; Bond $2,500

Riley County Arrest Report Apr. 29

WASHINGTON —President Biden declared that a major disaster exists in the State of Kansas and ordered Federal assistance to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe winter storm from January 8 to January 16, 2024, according to a statement from the White House.

Federal funding is available to state, tribal, and eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis for emergency work and the repair or replacement of facilities damaged by the severe winter storm in the counties of Butler, Chase, Cloud, Edwards, Ford, Geary, Gray, Hodgeman, Morris, Osage, Ottawa, Pawnee, Shawnee, Stafford, Trego, and Wabaunsee.

Federal funding is also available on a cost-sharing basis for hazard mitigation measures statewide.&nbsp;

Mr. DuWayne Tewes of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has been appointed to coordinate Federal recovery operations in the affected areas.&nbsp;

Additional designations may be made at a later date if requested by the state and warranted by the results of further damage assessments.

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 </figure>WASHINGTON —President Biden declared that a major disaster exists in the State of Kansas and ordered Federal assistance to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe winter storm from January 8 to January 16, 2024, according to a statement from the White House.Federal funding is available to state, tribal, and eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis for emergency work and the repair or replacement of facilities damaged by the severe winter storm in the counties of Butler, Chase, Cloud, Edwards, Ford, Geary, Gray, Hodgeman, Morris, Osage, Ottawa, Pawnee, Shawnee, Stafford, Trego, and Wabaunsee.Federal funding is also available on a cost-sharing basis for hazard mitigation measures statewide.&nbsp;Mr. DuWayne Tewes of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has been appointed to coordinate Federal recovery operations in the affected areas.&nbsp;Additional designations may be made at a later date if requested by the state and warranted by the results of further damage assessments.

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