Annual event aims to reduce wildfire risk in the state&nbsp;

K-State Research and Extension news service&nbsp;

MANHATTAN —&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kansasforests.org/">Kansas Forest Service</a>&nbsp;officials have announced that an annual project that aids in training new wildland firefighters and helps reduce the risk of wildland fires&nbsp;will be held April 3 to 7 in Scott City.&nbsp;

The Hazard Fuels Mitigation project will take place at the Scott Wildlife Area and Historic Lake Scott State Park. The exercise is held in partnership with the&nbsp;<a href="https://ksoutdoors.com/">Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks,</a>and Hutchinson Community College.&nbsp;

“This annual project is a great opportunity for the Kansas Forest Service and our partner agencies to work together to improve wildfire response and incident management skills, while at the same time doing work that will reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfires around Scott Lake​,” said Eric Ward, assistant fire manager with the Kansas Forest Service, and incident commander for this year’s project.&nbsp;

Officials said the project includes conducting prescribed burns; reducing undesirable vegetation; removing deceased trees from wooded areas; and establishing fire breaks in hazardous areas. Hutchinson Community College students in the fire science program will gain experience working alongside mentors in the wildland fire community.&nbsp;

Scott Wildlife Area will be closed during the project, for the safety of mitigation personnel and local hunters. For more information on the closure,&nbsp;<a href="https://ksoutdoors.com/">visit the website for the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks</a>.&nbsp;

Continuous updates throughout the mitigation project will be posted on the Kansas Forest Service Twitter Page, @KSforestservice, as well as Facebook and Instagram. Questions, comments or concerns should be directed to Kansas Forest Service public information officer Shawna Hartman,<a href="mailto:shartman@ksu.edu">shartman@ksu.edu</a>.&nbsp;

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 </figure><h2>Annual event aims to reduce wildfire risk in the state&nbsp;</h2>K-State Research and Extension news service&nbsp;MANHATTAN —&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kansasforests.org/">Kansas Forest Service</a>&nbsp;officials have announced that an annual project that aids in training new wildland firefighters and helps reduce the risk of wildland fires&nbsp;will be held April 3 to 7 in Scott City.&nbsp;The Hazard Fuels Mitigation project will take place at the Scott Wildlife Area and Historic Lake Scott State Park. The exercise is held in partnership with the&nbsp;<a href="https://ksoutdoors.com/">Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks,</a>and Hutchinson Community College.&nbsp;“This annual project is a great opportunity for the Kansas Forest Service and our partner agencies to work together to improve wildfire response and incident management skills, while at the same time doing work that will reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfires around Scott Lake​,” said Eric Ward, assistant fire manager with the Kansas Forest Service, and incident commander for this year’s project.&nbsp;Officials said the project includes conducting prescribed burns; reducing undesirable vegetation; removing deceased trees from wooded areas; and establishing fire breaks in hazardous areas. Hutchinson Community College students in the fire science program will gain experience working alongside mentors in the wildland fire community.&nbsp;Scott Wildlife Area will be closed during the project, for the safety of mitigation personnel and local hunters. For more information on the closure,&nbsp;<a href="https://ksoutdoors.com/">visit the website for the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks</a>.&nbsp;Continuous updates throughout the mitigation project will be posted on the Kansas Forest Service Twitter Page, @KSforestservice, as well as Facebook and Instagram. Questions, comments or concerns should be directed to Kansas Forest Service public information officer Shawna Hartman,<a href="mailto:shartman@ksu.edu">shartman@ksu.edu</a>.&nbsp;

Forest Service to lead fire mitigation project in western Kansas

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BUCHANAN COUNTY —Two people were injured in an accident just after 3:30p.m. Friday in Buchanan County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2008 Chevy Cobalt driven by Michael W. Ordonez, 26, Manhattan, Kan., was northbound on Interstate 29 just south of the I-229 exit in St. Joseph.

The driver failed to observe a 2011 Chevy Equinox driven by&nbsp; Stanley J. Drimmel, 70, Lancaster, Kansas, slow for an upcoming construction zone.

The Cobalt rear-ended the Equinox. The impact, pushed the Equinox into the rear of a 2018 Chevy Impala driven by David J. Mears, 94, St. Joseph.

Buchanan County EMS transported a passenger in the Cobalt Marisa E. Lord, 29, Manhattan, Kan. and a passenger in the Equinox&nbsp; Cynthia A. Drimmel, 68, Lancaster, Kan., to Mosaic Life Care.

The drivers were not injured. Lord was not wearing a seat belt, according to the MSHP.

BUCHANAN COUNTY —Two people were injured in an accident just after 3:30p.m. Friday in Buchanan County.The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2008 Chevy Cobalt driven by Michael W. Ordonez, 26, Manhattan, Kan., was northbound on Interstate 29 just south of the I-229 exit in St. Joseph.The driver failed to observe a 2011 Chevy Equinox driven by&nbsp; Stanley J. Drimmel, 70, Lancaster, Kansas, slow for an upcoming construction zone.The Cobalt rear-ended the Equinox. The impact, pushed the Equinox into the rear of a 2018 Chevy Impala driven by David J. Mears, 94, St. Joseph.Buchanan County EMS transported a passenger in the Cobalt Marisa E. Lord, 29, Manhattan, Kan. and a passenger in the Equinox&nbsp; Cynthia A. Drimmel, 68, Lancaster, Kan., to Mosaic Life Care.The drivers were not injured. Lord was not wearing a seat belt, according to the MSHP.

Manhattan woman hospitalized after 3-vehicle crash

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post

MANHATTAN - Kansas State University Foundation has announced the upcoming retirement of Lois Cox,&nbsp;CFA, CFP, senior vice president of investments and chief investment officer.

Cox has been with the KSU Foundation for 18 years and will retire on June 30,2023.

Cox graduated from Kansas State University's College of Business Administration in 1988.

Previously she has worked as a portfolio manager for Kansas Farm Bureau for 20 years before joining the Foundation in 2005 as the director of investments.

In 2013, Cox moved into the role of chief investment officer, or CIO.

"Our work has allowed us to meet our ultimate objective of intergenerational equity — creating sustainable and relevant value across generations in support of Kansas State University,"&nbsp;said Cox.&nbsp;"We're proud to have generated a 10-year annualized return of 9.25% and a 20-year annualized return of 7.9%."

KSU Foundation President and Chief Executive Officer, Greg Willems was impressed by Cox's integrity and her impact on the foundation's overall mission and success.

"Lois is one of my most admired professionals I've had the privilege of working with in my career. I've learned so much from her example and professional interaction with others," said Willems.&nbsp;"Lois has done a masterful job of maximizing our investment management strategy and returns and has expertly balanced the efforts of her staff with contributions from our board and asset management committee." "More importantly, Lois brought a mix of leadership, wisdom and professional acumen that helped elevate our organization's capability and mission — she's the kind of professional that cares deeply about her colleagues and organization and extends her impact well beyond her area of direct expertise and influence, and that's the true brilliance of her career and contributions." RSR Partners is conducting a national search to recruit Cox's replacement.

The full retirement announcement <a href="https://ksufoundation.org/impact/release/ksu-foundation-chief-investment-officer-lois-cox-announces-retirement/">can be found here</a>.

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post<figure>
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 </figure>MANHATTAN - Kansas State University Foundation has announced the upcoming retirement of Lois Cox,&nbsp;CFA, CFP, senior vice president of investments and chief investment officer.Cox has been with the KSU Foundation for 18 years and will retire on June 30,2023.Cox graduated from Kansas State University's College of Business Administration in 1988.Previously she has worked as a portfolio manager for Kansas Farm Bureau for 20 years before joining the Foundation in 2005 as the director of investments.In 2013, Cox moved into the role of chief investment officer, or CIO."Our work has allowed us to meet our ultimate objective of intergenerational equity — creating sustainable and relevant value across generations in support of Kansas State University,"&nbsp;said Cox.&nbsp;"We're proud to have generated a 10-year annualized return of 9.25% and a 20-year annualized return of 7.9%."KSU Foundation President and Chief Executive Officer, Greg Willems was impressed by Cox's integrity and her impact on the foundation's overall mission and success."Lois is one of my most admired professionals I've had the privilege of working with in my career. I've learned so much from her example and professional interaction with others," said Willems.&nbsp;"Lois has done a masterful job of maximizing our investment management strategy and returns and has expertly balanced the efforts of her staff with contributions from our board and asset management committee." "More importantly, Lois brought a mix of leadership, wisdom and professional acumen that helped elevate our organization's capability and mission — she's the kind of professional that cares deeply about her colleagues and organization and extends her impact well beyond her area of direct expertise and influence, and that's the true brilliance of her career and contributions." RSR Partners is conducting a national search to recruit Cox's replacement. The full retirement announcement <a href="https://ksufoundation.org/impact/release/ksu-foundation-chief-investment-officer-lois-cox-announces-retirement/">can be found here</a>.

KSU Foundation Chief Investment Officer to retire

Preliminary estimates reported by the Labor Market Information Services division of the Kansas Department of Labor and the Bureau of Labor Statistics show a&nbsp;<a href="https://klic.dol.ks.gov/admin/gsipub/htmlarea/Uploads/Press%20Release/LR%20Feb2023%20SA%20Rate%20Chart%20File.pdf">seasonally adjusted unemployment rate</a>&nbsp;of 2.9% in February. This is unchanged from 2.9% in January and an increase from 2.4% in February 2022.

In Geary County, the jobless rate rose a half a percentage point to 4.5 percent — the second highest in the state behind only Linn County in southeast Kansas. Riley County's unemployment rate remained relatively stable at 2.9 percent.

Click&nbsp;<a href="https://public.tableau.com/app/profile/kdol/viz/KansasLaborForceUnemploymentRatesbyCounty/KansasLaborForceUnemploymentRates">HERE</a>&nbsp;for the interactive map and more data.

Seasonally adjusted job estimates for Kansas indicate total nonfarm payroll employment decreased by 1,500 from January. Total nonfarm includes private sector and government employers.&nbsp;<a href="https://klic.dol.ks.gov/admin/gsipub/htmlarea/Uploads/Press%20Release/LR%20Feb2023%20SA%20PrivateEmpl%20Chart%20File.pdf">Private sector jobs</a>&nbsp;increased by 1,400 over the month, while government decreased by 2,900.

Since February 2022&nbsp;Kansas'&nbsp;<a href="https://klic.dol.ks.gov/admin/gsipub/htmlarea/Uploads/Press%20Release/LR%20Feb2023%20Seasonally%20Adj%20PR%20Packet.pdf">seasonally adjusted total nonfarm jobs</a>&nbsp;have increased by 41,300. This change is due to an increase of 38,000 private sector jobs and an increase of 3,300 government jobs.

The March 2023 Labor Report will be released April 21.

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 </figure>Preliminary estimates reported by the Labor Market Information Services division of the Kansas Department of Labor and the Bureau of Labor Statistics show a&nbsp;<a href="https://klic.dol.ks.gov/admin/gsipub/htmlarea/Uploads/Press%20Release/LR%20Feb2023%20SA%20Rate%20Chart%20File.pdf">seasonally adjusted unemployment rate</a>&nbsp;of 2.9% in February. This is unchanged from 2.9% in January and an increase from 2.4% in February 2022.In Geary County, the jobless rate rose a half a percentage point to 4.5 percent — the second highest in the state behind only Linn County in southeast Kansas. Riley County's unemployment rate remained relatively stable at 2.9 percent.Click&nbsp;<a href="https://public.tableau.com/app/profile/kdol/viz/KansasLaborForceUnemploymentRatesbyCounty/KansasLaborForceUnemploymentRates">HERE</a>&nbsp;for the interactive map and more data.Seasonally adjusted job estimates for Kansas indicate total nonfarm payroll employment decreased by 1,500 from January. Total nonfarm includes private sector and government employers.&nbsp;<a href="https://klic.dol.ks.gov/admin/gsipub/htmlarea/Uploads/Press%20Release/LR%20Feb2023%20SA%20PrivateEmpl%20Chart%20File.pdf">Private sector jobs</a>&nbsp;increased by 1,400 over the month, while government decreased by 2,900.Since February 2022&nbsp;Kansas'&nbsp;<a href="https://klic.dol.ks.gov/admin/gsipub/htmlarea/Uploads/Press%20Release/LR%20Feb2023%20Seasonally%20Adj%20PR%20Packet.pdf">seasonally adjusted total nonfarm jobs</a>&nbsp;have increased by 41,300. This change is due to an increase of 38,000 private sector jobs and an increase of 3,300 government jobs.The March 2023 Labor Report will be released April 21.

Geary Co.'s jobless rate second highest in the state; Riley Co. stable

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;

RYONNA LEA MCWILLIAMS, 21, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alc; 1st conv.; incapable of safely driving; Bond $750

ELADIO FUENTES ALVAREZ JR, 44, Manhattan, Failure to appear x2; Bond $17,000

JONATHAN SEAN MARAMAN, 36, Green, Probation violation; Bond $2,000

FREDERICK J GREENE JR, 36, Manhattan, Probation Violation; Failure to appear; Bond $573

RAPHIEL ANDREW WILLIAMS, 24, Wichita, Uniform Criminal Extradition Act; Arrest without a warrant; Remains confined to Riley County Jail

CURTIS RASHAWN SIMMS JR, 24, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $500

JAYNNA ELISE HENDERSON, 22, Failure to appear; arrested and released on bond by Olathe Police Department on 3/21/2023

TREVONN FREDRICK JOE HALL, 23, Topeka, Probation Violation x2; arrested and released on bond by Brown County Sheriff's Office on 3/14/2023

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;RYONNA LEA MCWILLIAMS, 21, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alc; 1st conv.; incapable of safely driving; Bond $750ELADIO FUENTES ALVAREZ JR, 44, Manhattan, Failure to appear x2; Bond $17,000JONATHAN SEAN MARAMAN, 36, Green, Probation violation; Bond $2,000FREDERICK J GREENE JR, 36, Manhattan, Probation Violation; Failure to appear; Bond $573RAPHIEL ANDREW WILLIAMS, 24, Wichita, Uniform Criminal Extradition Act; Arrest without a warrant; Remains confined to Riley County JailCURTIS RASHAWN SIMMS JR, 24, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $500JAYNNA ELISE HENDERSON, 22, Failure to appear; arrested and released on bond by Olathe Police Department on 3/21/2023TREVONN FREDRICK JOE HALL, 23, Topeka, Probation Violation x2; arrested and released on bond by Brown County Sheriff's Office on 3/14/2023

Riley County Arrest Report March 24

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged scam.

Just after 3:30p.m. Thursday, officers filed a report for fraud in Manhattan. A 27-year-old man reported he was scammed by an unknown suspect into depositing a forged check and sending them the money online, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $1,350.&nbsp;Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=353#">Crime Stoppers.</a>&nbsp;Using the Crime Stoppers service allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.&nbsp;

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged scam.Just after 3:30p.m. Thursday, officers filed a report for fraud in Manhattan. A 27-year-old man reported he was scammed by an unknown suspect into depositing a forged check and sending them the money online, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $1,350.&nbsp;Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=353#">Crime Stoppers.</a>&nbsp;Using the Crime Stoppers service allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.&nbsp;

RCPD: Man lost $1,350 in scam with forged check

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MANHATTAN —&nbsp;The 2022-2023&nbsp;<a href="https://mccain.k-state.edu/">McCain Performance Series</a>&nbsp;continues its spring slate of headliners as it presents the Commodores at&nbsp;7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 6, in Kansas State University's McCain Auditorium.&nbsp;

The Commodores have influenced artists young and old and in all genres with their classic songs in rhythm and blues, Motown and funk. Legends and icons for more than 50 years, the Commodores have sold 70 million albums and boast seven number one hits. Band members Walter "Clyde" Orange, James Dean "JD" Nicholas and William "WAK" King continue to blaze trails all over the world as one of the most successful vocal groups of all time. &nbsp;

Tickets are available online at&nbsp;<a href="https://mccain.k-state.edu/">mccain.k-state.edu</a>&nbsp;or at the ticket office in the newly expanded McCain lobby from noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday. Tickets are also available by phone at 785-532-6428 during the same hours. Kids 17 and younger get 50% off the general price of admission.&nbsp;

K-State News and Communications ServicesMANHATTAN —&nbsp;The 2022-2023&nbsp;<a href="https://mccain.k-state.edu/">McCain Performance Series</a>&nbsp;continues its spring slate of headliners as it presents the Commodores at&nbsp;7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 6, in Kansas State University's McCain Auditorium.&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>The Commodores have influenced artists young and old and in all genres with their classic songs in rhythm and blues, Motown and funk. Legends and icons for more than 50 years, the Commodores have sold 70 million albums and boast seven number one hits. Band members Walter "Clyde" Orange, James Dean "JD" Nicholas and William "WAK" King continue to blaze trails all over the world as one of the most successful vocal groups of all time. &nbsp;Tickets are available online at&nbsp;<a href="https://mccain.k-state.edu/">mccain.k-state.edu</a>&nbsp;or at the ticket office in the newly expanded McCain lobby from noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday. Tickets are also available by phone at 785-532-6428 during the same hours. Kids 17 and younger get 50% off the general price of admission.&nbsp;

Pop, funk and blues legends the Commodores to perform at McCain on April 6 

RILEY COUNTY - The Riley County Law Enforcement Agency will host a Special* Law Board meeting on Thursday, April 6th at 12:00 pm in the <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/4hdzkmUNCGxSaDho6">City Commission Meeting room</a>.

The agenda for the meeting can be found at <a href="https://www.rileycountypolice.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04062023-34">RileyCountyPolice.org/AgendaCenter/</a>.

*A Special meeting is defined as a meeting being held on a date other than the regularly scheduled meeting date.

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostRILEY COUNTY - The Riley County Law Enforcement Agency will host a Special* Law Board meeting on Thursday, April 6th at 12:00 pm in the <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/4hdzkmUNCGxSaDho6">City Commission Meeting room</a>.The agenda for the meeting can be found at <a href="https://www.rileycountypolice.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04062023-34">RileyCountyPolice.org/AgendaCenter/</a>.*A Special meeting is defined as a meeting being held on a date other than the regularly scheduled meeting date.

Riley County Law Board to hold special meeting April 6th

MANHATTAN - On Monday, March 27th, Kansas Gas Service will begin work to replace an 8-inch valve on 10th Street between Fort Riley Boulevard and Yuma Street.

According to the City of Manhattan, the entire section of 10th Street west of the Douglass Activity Center will be inaccessible, including access to El Paso Lane.

Douglass Activity Center will remain open to the public, but there will be no parking available on 10th Street nearest the center.

Drivers who use 10th Street to access Fort Riley Boulevard will need to detour east to Juliette Avenue or west to Manhattan Avenue to access Fort Riley Boulevard.

Weather permitting the project is expected to take approximately 2 weeks to complete.

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - On Monday, March 27th, Kansas Gas Service will begin work to replace an 8-inch valve on 10th Street between Fort Riley Boulevard and Yuma Street.<figure>
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 </figure>According to the City of Manhattan, the entire section of 10th Street west of the Douglass Activity Center will be inaccessible, including access to El Paso Lane.Douglass Activity Center will remain open to the public, but there will be no parking available on 10th Street nearest the center.Drivers who use 10th Street to access Fort Riley Boulevard will need to detour east to Juliette Avenue or west to Manhattan Avenue to access Fort Riley Boulevard.Weather permitting the project is expected to take approximately 2 weeks to complete.

10th Street to close for 8-inch gas valve replacement

The weekend is expected to bring several chances of welcome moisture to the Flint Hills, the National Weather Service in Topeka said.

There is a 20 percent to 30 percent chance of rain beginning Thursday night and lasting into Monday — when that rain could turn into a wintry mix.

Winds will remain calmer, sustained at 5 to 10 mph through the weekend.

Daytime highs Friday through Sunday are expected to be in the upper-40s to mid-50s, with overnight lows right around the freezing point.

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 </figure>The weekend is expected to bring several chances of welcome moisture to the Flint Hills, the National Weather Service in Topeka said.There is a 20 percent to 30 percent chance of rain beginning Thursday night and lasting into Monday — when that rain could turn into a wintry mix.Winds will remain calmer, sustained at 5 to 10 mph through the weekend.Daytime highs Friday through Sunday are expected to be in the upper-40s to mid-50s, with overnight lows right around the freezing point.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Patchy dense fog possible along/near the I-70 corridor late tonight. Scattered rain showers are possible tonight/Thursday evening, becoming widespread on Friday. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/kswx?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#kswx</a> <a href="https://t.co/R6SJjXr6Vm">pic.twitter.com/R6SJjXr6Vm</a>&mdash; NWS Topeka (@NWSTopeka) <a href="https://twitter.com/NWSTopeka/status/1638654836739801090?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 22, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script> </div>

Several chance for rain in Flint Hills through the weekend

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;

RAPHIEL ANDREW WILLIAMS, 24, Homeless; Stalking; Intimate conduct causing fear to person or family; Harass by telecom device; Phone call with intent to abuse/threaten/harass; Harass by telecom device; Transmit comment/image/text to abuse/threat/har; Stalking; Intimate conduct causing fear to person or family; Stalking; Intimate conduct causing fear to person or family; Harass by telecom device; Transmit comment/image/text to abuse/threat/har; Harass by telecom device; Transmit comment/image/text to abuse/threat/har; Harass by telecom device; Transmit comment/image/text to abuse/threat/har; Harass by telecom device; Transmit comment/image/text to abuse/threat/har; Harass by telecom device; Phone call with intent&nbsp;to abuse/threaten/harass; Harass by telecom device; Transmit&nbsp;comment/image/text to abuse/threat/har.; Bond $5,000

THEODORE EDWARD AYON JR, 41, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $8,000

JOSEPH EVERET VARVEL, 25, Manhattan, Violation of protection order; Unknown circumstance; Remains confined to Riley County Jail

DEBORAH ANN YOUNG, 36, Manhattan, Probation Violation, Bond $2,500

CASSANDRA POTTER, 50, Manhattan, Failure to appear x3; Bond $900

ALEXANDER JAY SANNER, 61, Manhattan, Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution; Bond $1,500

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;RAPHIEL ANDREW WILLIAMS, 24, Homeless; Stalking; Intimate conduct causing fear to person or family; Harass by telecom device; Phone call with intent to abuse/threaten/harass; Harass by telecom device; Transmit comment/image/text to abuse/threat/har; Stalking; Intimate conduct causing fear to person or family; Stalking; Intimate conduct causing fear to person or family; Harass by telecom device; Transmit comment/image/text to abuse/threat/har; Harass by telecom device; Transmit comment/image/text to abuse/threat/har; Harass by telecom device; Transmit comment/image/text to abuse/threat/har; Harass by telecom device; Transmit comment/image/text to abuse/threat/har; Harass by telecom device; Phone call with intent&nbsp;to abuse/threaten/harass; Harass by telecom device; Transmit&nbsp;comment/image/text to abuse/threat/har.; Bond $5,000THEODORE EDWARD AYON JR, 41, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $8,000JOSEPH EVERET VARVEL, 25, Manhattan, Violation of protection order; Unknown circumstance; Remains confined to Riley County JailDEBORAH ANN YOUNG, 36, Manhattan, Probation Violation, Bond $2,500CASSANDRA POTTER, 50, Manhattan, Failure to appear x3; Bond $900ALEXANDER JAY SANNER, 61, Manhattan, Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution; Bond $1,500

Riley County Arrest Report March 23

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating another gun theft in Manhattan.

Just after 5p.m. Wednesday, officers filed a report for burglary in the 2200 block of Buckingham Street in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

 A 28-year-old man reported his truck was broken into and his Glock .22 pistol was stolen from inside.

The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $500.&nbsp;Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=353#">Crime Stoppers.</a>&nbsp;Using the Crime Stoppers service 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 another gun theft in Manhattan.Just after 5p.m. Wednesday, officers filed a report for burglary in the 2200 block of Buckingham Street in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. A 28-year-old man reported his truck was broken into and his Glock .22 pistol was stolen from inside. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $500.&nbsp;Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=353#">Crime Stoppers.</a>&nbsp;Using the Crime Stoppers service allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

RCPD investigating another gun theft from vehicle 

ELLSWORTH COUNTY—One person died in an accident just after 9:30a.m. Wednesday in Ellsworth County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2004 Toyota Highlander driven by&nbsp; Donald J. Svita, 70, Pueblo, Colorado, was eastbound on Kansas 140 at Kansas 156, a mile and a half south of Ellsworth.

The driver failed to stop at the stop sign. A southbound 2006 Peterbilt semi driven by Luke W. Johnson, 39, Randolph, struck the SUV.

EMS transported both drivers to Ellsworth Medical Center where Svita was pronounced deceased. The drivers were not wearing seat belts, according to the KHP.

ELLSWORTH COUNTY—One person died in an accident just after 9:30a.m. Wednesday in Ellsworth County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2004 Toyota Highlander driven by&nbsp; Donald J. Svita, 70, Pueblo, Colorado, was eastbound on Kansas 140 at Kansas 156, a mile and a half south of Ellsworth.The driver failed to stop at the stop sign. A southbound 2006 Peterbilt semi driven by Luke W. Johnson, 39, Randolph, struck the SUV.EMS transported both drivers to Ellsworth Medical Center where Svita was pronounced deceased. The drivers were not wearing seat belts, according to the KHP.

Riley Co. man hospitalized after fatal semi, SUV crash

TOPEKA&nbsp;–&nbsp;Governor Laura Kelly&nbsp;today&nbsp;met with the&nbsp;Governor’s&nbsp;Military Council&nbsp;and&nbsp;hosted&nbsp;a ceremony&nbsp;proclaiming&nbsp;today&nbsp;Armed Forces&nbsp;Appreciation Day&nbsp;and Vietnam War Veterans Day.&nbsp;Military Council members hail from across the state and discuss&nbsp;how to improve the quality of&nbsp;life for military members, veterans, and their families.&nbsp;

“As the daughter of a career Army officer,&nbsp;I cherish this ceremony&nbsp;because each year it&nbsp;gives me a chance to formally recognize the sacrifices our service members and their families make&nbsp;daily,”&nbsp;Governor&nbsp;Laura&nbsp;Kelly said.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Governor Kelly also honored Nobel Lathrom of Perry, Kansas,&nbsp;and Philip Preston of&nbsp;Olathe,&nbsp;Kansas,&nbsp;with the&nbsp;Kansas Vietnam Veteran Medallion.&nbsp;Lathrom served as a Sergeant Combat Engineer&nbsp;in the U.S. Army in Vietnam from April 1969 to April 1970.&nbsp;Preston was a Sergeant Security Force&nbsp;– Cobra Team in the U.S. Army in Vietnam from March 1966 to December 1969.&nbsp;

“Kansans have a long tradition of military service and of supporting the military,”&nbsp;Governor Kelly said.&nbsp;“It is my honor&nbsp;to recognize the patriotism of&nbsp;Nobel,&nbsp;Philip, and all&nbsp;Kansas&nbsp;Vietnam veterans.”&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679510219823.png" alt="Governor Kelly also honored Nobel Lathrom of Perry, Kansas, and Philip Preston of Olathe, Kansas, with the Kansas Vietnam Veteran Medallion.-courtesy photo" />
 <figcaption>Governor Kelly also honored Nobel Lathrom of Perry, Kansas, and Philip Preston of Olathe, Kansas, with the Kansas Vietnam Veteran Medallion.-courtesy photo</figcaption>
 </figure>TOPEKA&nbsp;–&nbsp;Governor Laura Kelly&nbsp;today&nbsp;met with the&nbsp;Governor’s&nbsp;Military Council&nbsp;and&nbsp;hosted&nbsp;a ceremony&nbsp;proclaiming&nbsp;today&nbsp;Armed Forces&nbsp;Appreciation Day&nbsp;and Vietnam War Veterans Day.&nbsp;Military Council members hail from across the state and discuss&nbsp;how to improve the quality of&nbsp;life for military members, veterans, and their families.&nbsp;“As the daughter of a career Army officer,&nbsp;I cherish this ceremony&nbsp;because each year it&nbsp;gives me a chance to formally recognize the sacrifices our service members and their families make&nbsp;daily,”&nbsp;Governor&nbsp;Laura&nbsp;Kelly said.&nbsp;&nbsp;Governor Kelly also honored Nobel Lathrom of Perry, Kansas,&nbsp;and Philip Preston of&nbsp;Olathe,&nbsp;Kansas,&nbsp;with the&nbsp;Kansas Vietnam Veteran Medallion.&nbsp;Lathrom served as a Sergeant Combat Engineer&nbsp;in the U.S. Army in Vietnam from April 1969 to April 1970.&nbsp;Preston was a Sergeant Security Force&nbsp;– Cobra Team in the U.S. Army in Vietnam from March 1966 to December 1969.&nbsp;“Kansans have a long tradition of military service and of supporting the military,”&nbsp;Governor Kelly said.&nbsp;“It is my honor&nbsp;to recognize the patriotism of&nbsp;Nobel,&nbsp;Philip, and all&nbsp;Kansas&nbsp;Vietnam veterans.”&nbsp;

Gov. proclaims Wednesday Armed Forces Day, Vietnam War Veterans Day 

MANHATTAN - The Manhattan Area Technical College is hosting a career fair open to students, and the general public.

On Tuesday afternoon, companies hiring medical professionals were on hand to provide information about job openings.

Starting at 2:00pm on Wednesday afternoon, construction, welding, electrical and HVAC companies will be on-hand and on Thursday, companies hiring for Automotive, Industrial engineering, Business Administration/Accounting, and Information/Technology positions will be available for those seeking a new job.

More information on the Career Fair can be <a href="https://manhattantech.edu/about-us/campus-events/spring-2023-career-fair">found here</a>.

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679497374054.jpeg" alt="MATC Spring 2023 career fair" />
 <figcaption>MATC Spring 2023 career fair</figcaption>
 </figure>MANHATTAN - The Manhattan Area Technical College is hosting a career fair open to students, and the general public.On Tuesday afternoon, companies hiring medical professionals were on hand to provide information about job openings.Starting at 2:00pm on Wednesday afternoon, construction, welding, electrical and HVAC companies will be on-hand and on Thursday, companies hiring for Automotive, Industrial engineering, Business Administration/Accounting, and Information/Technology positions will be available for those seeking a new job.<div><div style="position:relative; overflow:hidden; padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/uBjzHJC9-60zMcgvZ.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="Matc Career Fair 2023" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div>More information on the Career Fair can be <a href="https://manhattantech.edu/about-us/campus-events/spring-2023-career-fair">found here</a>.

Career Fair being held at Manhattan Area Technical College

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

Just before 3:30p.m. Tuesday, officers&nbsp;filed a report for criminal damage to property and theft in the 500 block of Richards Drive in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

Little Apple Lanes reported an unknown male suspect broke into a pool table and stole money.&nbsp; The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $600.&nbsp;

Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=353#">Crime Stoppers.</a>&nbsp;Using the Crime Stoppers service allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward up to $1,000.00.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679499965826.png" alt="Photo courtesy Little Apple Lanes" />
 <figcaption>Photo courtesy Little Apple Lanes</figcaption>
 </figure>RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged theft in Manhattan.Just before 3:30p.m. Tuesday, officers&nbsp;filed a report for criminal damage to property and theft in the 500 block of Richards Drive in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.Little Apple Lanes reported an unknown male suspect broke into a pool table and stole money.&nbsp; The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $600.&nbsp;Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=353#">Crime Stoppers.</a>&nbsp;Using the Crime Stoppers service allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward up to $1,000.00.

RCPD: Suspect broke into, stole $600 from pool table

📷: Riley County Arrest Report March 22

MANHATTAN — Kansas State University is receiving the 
New Partner Award from the U.S. Department of State for expanding the 
U.S. partner base and advancing U.S. foreign policy objectives and 
educational exchange through the university's participation in the 
Online Professional English Network.

Ketty Reppert, interim director of K-State's <a href="https://www.k-state.edu/elp/">English Language Program</a>,
 will accept the award on behalf of the university Thursday, March 23, 
at the 2023 Teachers of English to Speaker of Other Languages, or TESOL,
 International Convention in Portland, Oregon.

The <a href="https://exchanges.state.gov/non-us/program/OPEN-Program">Online Professional English Network</a>,
 or OPEN, program provides an opportunity for U.S. universities and 
institutions to expand their reach to a global audience and create 
innovative online course programming for teacher professional 
development and English for specific purposes.

"It's an honor to work with an amazing team pulling together the 
expertise of faculty and staff from many parts of the university to 
design courses that address significant issues of public need in 
communities worldwide," said Reppert. "We're excited to see how the most
 recent course impacts the classrooms of English teachers in various 
countries and equips them to empower their students to take on the 
challenge of climate change beginning in their local communities."

The English Language Program at K-State has worked with international nonprofit <a href="https://www.fhi360.org/">FHI 360</a>
 to develop several openly licensed courses for the OPEN program as part
 of the U.S. State Department's initiatives worldwide. Courses include 
English for Public Policy, Keys to Diplomatic Writing, English for 
Aviation and Teaching for the Future: English Teaching to Take on 
Climate Change.

Reppert said so far, these projects have benefited civil servants and
 diplomats in Africa and aviation personnel in South America.&nbsp;

"The team from the English Language Program worked with partners from
 across Kansas State University on these projects," said Reppert. 
"Together we used our strengths and areas of expertise to tackle the 
many types of tasks required to develop quality content for use around 
the world. We all grew throughout this process, and it's an honor to be 
recognized for this work."&nbsp;

The English Language Program is an intensive language program at 
K-State that strives to provide English instruction to students who are 
admitted to a degree program but have not demonstrated the English 
proficiency required for enrollment in academic courses. The program 
also offers English instruction to international students and 
professionals who to come to focus on language training or as a study 
abroad experience.

"It's inspiring to see how passionate K-Staters are about harnessing 
their research and teaching skills to advance the service mission of the
 university and how dedicated they are to sharing their expertise with 
the international community," said Reppert.

For more than 10 years, The Online Professional English Network 
program has reached hundreds of thousands of English language learners, 
teachers and other professionals in more than 150 countries. The program
 has strengthened English language teaching in classrooms worldwide, 
helped professionals improve their English and provided English language
 learners with critical 21st century skills through virtual courses.

K-State NewsMANHATTAN — Kansas State University is receiving the 
New Partner Award from the U.S. Department of State for expanding the 
U.S. partner base and advancing U.S. foreign policy objectives and 
educational exchange through the university's participation in the 
Online Professional English Network.Ketty Reppert, interim director of K-State's <a href="https://www.k-state.edu/elp/">English Language Program</a>,
 will accept the award on behalf of the university Thursday, March 23, 
at the 2023 Teachers of English to Speaker of Other Languages, or TESOL,
 International Convention in Portland, Oregon.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679415437007.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>The <a href="https://exchanges.state.gov/non-us/program/OPEN-Program">Online Professional English Network</a>,
 or OPEN, program provides an opportunity for U.S. universities and 
institutions to expand their reach to a global audience and create 
innovative online course programming for teacher professional 
development and English for specific purposes."It's an honor to work with an amazing team pulling together the 
expertise of faculty and staff from many parts of the university to 
design courses that address significant issues of public need in 
communities worldwide," said Reppert. "We're excited to see how the most
 recent course impacts the classrooms of English teachers in various 
countries and equips them to empower their students to take on the 
challenge of climate change beginning in their local communities."The English Language Program at K-State has worked with international nonprofit <a href="https://www.fhi360.org/">FHI 360</a>
 to develop several openly licensed courses for the OPEN program as part
 of the U.S. State Department's initiatives worldwide. Courses include 
English for Public Policy, Keys to Diplomatic Writing, English for 
Aviation and Teaching for the Future: English Teaching to Take on 
Climate Change.Reppert said so far, these projects have benefited civil servants and
 diplomats in Africa and aviation personnel in South America.&nbsp;"The team from the English Language Program worked with partners from
 across Kansas State University on these projects," said Reppert. 
"Together we used our strengths and areas of expertise to tackle the 
many types of tasks required to develop quality content for use around 
the world. We all grew throughout this process, and it's an honor to be 
recognized for this work."&nbsp;The English Language Program is an intensive language program at 
K-State that strives to provide English instruction to students who are 
admitted to a degree program but have not demonstrated the English 
proficiency required for enrollment in academic courses. The program 
also offers English instruction to international students and 
professionals who to come to focus on language training or as a study 
abroad experience."It's inspiring to see how passionate K-Staters are about harnessing 
their research and teaching skills to advance the service mission of the
 university and how dedicated they are to sharing their expertise with 
the international community," said Reppert.For more than 10 years, The Online Professional English Network 
program has reached hundreds of thousands of English language learners, 
teachers and other professionals in more than 150 countries. The program
 has strengthened English language teaching in classrooms worldwide, 
helped professionals improve their English and provided English language
 learners with critical 21st century skills through virtual courses.

U.S. State Department recognizes K-State with New Partner Award

The Kansas Department of Transportation will close K-16 at two locations in Pottawatomie County on April 4 and 5, weather permitting, while maintenance crews replace pipes under the roadway. Each closure will be in place from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., or until work is complete. Motorists should plan for the following:

No detours will be posted, and motorists will need to use alternate routes.

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 </figure>KDOTThe Kansas Department of Transportation will close K-16 at two locations in Pottawatomie County on April 4 and 5, weather permitting, while maintenance crews replace pipes under the roadway. Each closure will be in place from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., or until work is complete. Motorists should plan for the following:<ul>
 <li>Tuesday, April 4:&nbsp;K-16 will be closed to through traffic just east of Blaine, between Kansas Avenue and Marshall Road.</li>
 </ul><ul>
 <li>Wednesday, April 5:&nbsp;K-16 will be closed to through traffic approximately 2 miles east of Onaga, between Straight Creek Road and Lincoln Road.</li>
 </ul>No detours will be posted, and motorists will need to use alternate routes.

K-16 closures planned in Pottawatomie County

Navigating today's marketing world is increasingly challenging.

To help local businesses chart a path in 2023 and beyond, Eagle Media of Salina/Manhattan/Junction City will host Eagle Flight Plan, a special marketing seminar. Sessions are scheduled at:&nbsp;

Salina Country Club 2101 E Country Club Rd, Salina, KS 67401 March 23rd &amp; 27th 8:30a, 10:30a, 2:30p Manhattan Courtyard by Marriott 715 N 12th St, Manhattan, KS 66502&nbsp; March 28th &amp; 29th 8:30a, 10:30a, 2:30p Geary County Convention Center 222 W 6th St, Junction City, KS 66441&nbsp; March 30th 8:30a, 10:30a, 2:30p

From broadcast to social media, video production to branding, the Flight Plan sessions will help demystify the complex media landscape and put you on the path for success.

Eagle Media of Salina/Manhattan/JC and the team not only includes audio professionals but also video, graphic design and website development expertise.

To reserve you space at the table for Eagle Flight Plan, click <a href="https://www.eventcreate.com/e/201-flight-plan">HERE</a>. Each participant will receive a free fully produced 30-second video simply for attending.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/4/1587155364471.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Navigating today's marketing world is increasingly challenging.To help local businesses chart a path in 2023 and beyond, Eagle Media of Salina/Manhattan/Junction City will host Eagle Flight Plan, a special marketing seminar. Sessions are scheduled at:&nbsp;Salina Country Club 2101 E Country Club Rd, Salina, KS 67401 March 23rd &amp; 27th 8:30a, 10:30a, 2:30p Manhattan Courtyard by Marriott 715 N 12th St, Manhattan, KS 66502&nbsp; March 28th &amp; 29th 8:30a, 10:30a, 2:30p Geary County Convention Center 222 W 6th St, Junction City, KS 66441&nbsp; March 30th 8:30a, 10:30a, 2:30pFrom broadcast to social media, video production to branding, the Flight Plan sessions will help demystify the complex media landscape and put you on the path for success.Eagle Media of Salina/Manhattan/JC and the team not only includes audio professionals but also video, graphic design and website development expertise.To reserve you space at the table for Eagle Flight Plan, click <a href="https://www.eventcreate.com/e/201-flight-plan">HERE</a>. Each participant will receive a free fully produced 30-second video simply for attending.

Eagle Flight Plan marketing seminars scheduled in March

JUNCTION CITY, Kan. (AP) — Two people arrested over the weekend in Michigan have been charged with killing a Kansas couple while stealing their car.

Online court records show that 33-year-old Steven Pierce was charged Tuesday and 29-year-old Kallie Peters on Monday with two counts of first-degree murder, aggravated robbery and theft. Both are from Junction City, Kansas. No attorney is listed for them in the online records.

The victims in the case were identified as 75-year-old Valerie Krissman and 80-year-old Roland Krissman.

The complaint said that the killing happened earlier this month in Junction City during the theft of the Krissman's 2006 Buick Lacrosse.

Junction City police said in a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/JCPDKS/posts/pfbid02sZC8tbqpZgNdXTxXGw4WPBAXkFSziM6tKtcN6yeSTVd9UYsfYujg1okbe2SRV84rl">news release</a>&nbsp;the Michigan State Patrol arrested Pierce and Peters on warrants Sunday.

No other details were immediately released about the killing. The prosecutor's office didn't immediately return a phone message.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679429689565.png" alt="Pierce -photo Saginaw Co." />
 <figcaption>Pierce -photo Saginaw Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>JUNCTION CITY, Kan. (AP) — Two people arrested over the weekend in Michigan have been charged with killing a Kansas couple while stealing their car.Online court records show that 33-year-old Steven Pierce was charged Tuesday and 29-year-old Kallie Peters on Monday with two counts of first-degree murder, aggravated robbery and theft. Both are from Junction City, Kansas. No attorney is listed for them in the online records.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679429653515.png" alt="Peters-photo Saginaw Co." />
 <figcaption>Peters-photo Saginaw Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>The victims in the case were identified as 75-year-old Valerie Krissman and 80-year-old Roland Krissman.The complaint said that the killing happened earlier this month in Junction City during the theft of the Krissman's 2006 Buick Lacrosse.Junction City police said in a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/JCPDKS/posts/pfbid02sZC8tbqpZgNdXTxXGw4WPBAXkFSziM6tKtcN6yeSTVd9UYsfYujg1okbe2SRV84rl">news release</a>&nbsp;the Michigan State Patrol arrested Pierce and Peters on warrants Sunday.No other details were immediately released about the killing. The prosecutor's office didn't immediately return a phone message.

2 jailed in Michigan charged in Junction City double homicide

FORT RILEY, Kan. (AP) — Fort Riley has not released any additional information after a guard shot and wounded a motorist during an altercation at a gate at the Army base.

The base said in a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/FortRiley/posts/pfbid02p3JBkz7VTQv5wGsCTKNa6P7eEk9iqamBT2VPRwZZuieEzZcjoXETneENkgcTsh95l">news release</a>&nbsp;that the motorist's injuries weren't life threatening.

The altercation happened Monday after the motorist drove through the gate and was stopped by an automatic vehicle barrier. The release said the the “situation escalated” when the motorist got out of the vehicle, and the guard opened fire.

The base has not released the the name of the wounded driver or what else led up to the shooting.

The release said that no additional information will be released while military police conduct an investigation. A phone message that The Associated Press left with the base wasn't immediately returned.

FORT RILEY, Kan. (AP) — Fort Riley has not released any additional information after a guard shot and wounded a motorist during an altercation at a gate at the Army base.The base said in a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/FortRiley/posts/pfbid02p3JBkz7VTQv5wGsCTKNa6P7eEk9iqamBT2VPRwZZuieEzZcjoXETneENkgcTsh95l">news release</a>&nbsp;that the motorist's injuries weren't life threatening.The altercation happened Monday after the motorist drove through the gate and was stopped by an automatic vehicle barrier. The release said the the “situation escalated” when the motorist got out of the vehicle, and the guard opened fire.The base has not released the the name of the wounded driver or what else led up to the shooting.The release said that no additional information will be released while military police conduct an investigation. A phone message that The Associated Press left with the base wasn't immediately returned.

No update from Fort Riley after guard wounds motorist at gate

A warm and windy week is ahead, as well as a chance for welcome moisture every day through the weekend, with a 20 percent to 30 percent chance of rain each day.

Gusty winds also will continue through the week, sustained at 15 to 20 mph and gusting to 30 mph.

The high Wednesday is expected to reach the upper-60s, with highs through the remainder of the week and weekend in the low- to upper-50s, the National Weather Service in Topeka said.

With multiple wildfires breaking out, burn bans have been enacted in the dry and windy conditions, <a href="https://littleapplepost.com/posts/61cf90a3-580f-47ff-95df-53c92da7a2aa">with Riley County putting an emergency declaration in place Monday afternoon.</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679405359747.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>A warm and windy week is ahead, as well as a chance for welcome moisture every day through the weekend, with a 20 percent to 30 percent chance of rain each day.Gusty winds also will continue through the week, sustained at 15 to 20 mph and gusting to 30 mph.The high Wednesday is expected to reach the upper-60s, with highs through the remainder of the week and weekend in the low- to upper-50s, the National Weather Service in Topeka said.With multiple wildfires breaking out, burn bans have been enacted in the dry and windy conditions, <a href="https://littleapplepost.com/posts/61cf90a3-580f-47ff-95df-53c92da7a2aa">with Riley County putting an emergency declaration in place Monday afternoon.</a><div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Several chances for wet weather throughout the week beginning tonight. There will be a chance for thunderstorms Wednesday night into Thursday morning. A few could be on the strong side. Otherwise, a mild temperature week with highs mainly in the 50’s and 60’s. <a href="https://t.co/Cm8tOYd9CL">pic.twitter.com/Cm8tOYd9CL</a>&mdash; NWS Topeka (@NWSTopeka) <a href="https://twitter.com/NWSTopeka/status/1637989954025578496?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 21, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script> </div>

Slight chance of welcome moisture throughout the week

Twenty-five new law enforcement officers graduated from the Kansas 
Law Enforcement Training Center on March 17 in a ceremony 
held in KLETC’s Integrity Auditorium.

Class Coordinator Bryan Carey expressed his appreciation for the 
graduates and reminded them of the value of knowledge and learning.&nbsp; 
“Everyone on this stage was concerned with getting better.&nbsp; This 
profession is constantly changing and evolving.&nbsp; Become a lifelong 
learner.”

Riley County Police Department Director Brian R. Peete was the 
commencement speaker for the ceremony.&nbsp; Director Peete shared with the 
graduates his advice on successfully navigating the profession, to 
include being at your best as often as you can, to be true to yourself 
always, and to be patient.&nbsp;&nbsp; 

“You will grow as human beings; you will 
bring out the best in others.&nbsp; You will help people, you will save 
lives. You will make a difference, and you are now part of something 
bigger than yourselves.”

Under the authority of Executive Director Darin Beck, graduates 
received certificates attesting to the satisfactory completion of a 
full-time basic course of instruction, and certification as Kansas law 
enforcement officers from the Kansas Commission on Peace Officers’ 
Standards and Training, the state’s law enforcement licensing authority.

The following are the graduates of the 306th basic training class:

Lucas Batterton - Stanton County Sheriff's Office Randon Blanck - Phillips County Sheriff's Office Andrew Buzako - Stafford Police Department Brendan Cipolla - University of Kansas Med Center Police Department Destiny Cole - Wamego Police Department Hunter Elliott - Sumner County Sheriff's Office Mia Gibson - Mulvane Police Department Gunner Gum - Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Eric Hamm - Riley County Police Department Hunter Hampton - Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Julian Henretty - Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Jasmin Jackson - Junction City Police Department Robert Johnson - Goodland Police Department Glen King - Wamego Police Department 
*Class President Jack Kingsley - Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Cole Knott - Stanton County Sheriff's Office Edward Liller - University of Kansas Med Center Police Department Kyle Newville - Cloud County Sheriff's Office Nathan Niemann - Sumner County Sheriff's Office John Pietrzak - Horton Police Department Richard Romig - Johnson County Sheriff's Office James Schmeidler - Liberal Police Department Derek Siebenmorgen - Leavenworth County Sheriff's Office Joshua Standridge - Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Nicholas Zafuta - Frontenac Police Department 
* Director’s award for academic excellence

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602690467753.jpeg" alt="" />
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 </figure>KLETCTwenty-five new law enforcement officers graduated from the Kansas 
Law Enforcement Training Center on March 17 in a ceremony 
held in KLETC’s Integrity Auditorium.Class Coordinator Bryan Carey expressed his appreciation for the 
graduates and reminded them of the value of knowledge and learning.&nbsp; 
“Everyone on this stage was concerned with getting better.&nbsp; This 
profession is constantly changing and evolving.&nbsp; Become a lifelong 
learner.”Riley County Police Department Director Brian R. Peete was the 
commencement speaker for the ceremony.&nbsp; Director Peete shared with the 
graduates his advice on successfully navigating the profession, to 
include being at your best as often as you can, to be true to yourself 
always, and to be patient.&nbsp;&nbsp; “You will grow as human beings; you will 
bring out the best in others.&nbsp; You will help people, you will save 
lives. You will make a difference, and you are now part of something 
bigger than yourselves.”Under the authority of Executive Director Darin Beck, graduates 
received certificates attesting to the satisfactory completion of a 
full-time basic course of instruction, and certification as Kansas law 
enforcement officers from the Kansas Commission on Peace Officers’ 
Standards and Training, the state’s law enforcement licensing authority.The following are the graduates of the 306th basic training class:*Award recipientLucas Batterton - Stanton County Sheriff's Office Randon Blanck - Phillips County Sheriff's Office Andrew Buzako - Stafford Police Department Brendan Cipolla - University of Kansas Med Center Police Department Destiny Cole - Wamego Police Department Hunter Elliott - Sumner County Sheriff's Office Mia Gibson - Mulvane Police Department Gunner Gum - Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Eric Hamm - Riley County Police Department Hunter Hampton - Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Julian Henretty - Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Jasmin Jackson - Junction City Police Department Robert Johnson - Goodland Police Department Glen King - Wamego Police Department 
*Class President Jack Kingsley - Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Cole Knott - Stanton County Sheriff's Office Edward Liller - University of Kansas Med Center Police Department Kyle Newville - Cloud County Sheriff's Office Nathan Niemann - Sumner County Sheriff's Office John Pietrzak - Horton Police Department Richard Romig - Johnson County Sheriff's Office James Schmeidler - Liberal Police Department Derek Siebenmorgen - Leavenworth County Sheriff's Office Joshua Standridge - Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Nicholas Zafuta - Frontenac Police Department 
* Director’s award for academic excellence

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