by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post

MANHATTAN - The Kansas World Language Association(KSWLA) has elected Mrs. Carmen Elizabeth Wilson as the 2023-2024 Vice President.

Wilson teaches Spanish at Manhattan High School.

As Vice President, Wilson will serve a three-year term which includes a learning year as Vice President, a conference-planning year as President and a year fulfilling mentor duties as Past President.

In this role, Wilson will provide advocacy for world languages, leadership skills, and make connections with leaders across the state and country.

“We are pleased to have Mrs. Wilson as part of our organization and we look forward to all that she will bring to KSWLA as a part of our Executive Board,” said KSWLA President Dr. Marta Silva.

The KSWLA is an organization of World Language and English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Teachers and advocates dedicated to promoting and teaching world languages and cultures. They also support and advocate for languages and language education at the local, state, regional, and national levels

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - The Kansas World Language Association(KSWLA) has elected Mrs. Carmen Elizabeth Wilson as the 2023-2024 Vice President.Wilson teaches Spanish at Manhattan High School.As Vice President, Wilson will serve a three-year term which includes a learning year as Vice President, a conference-planning year as President and a year fulfilling mentor duties as Past President.In this role, Wilson will provide advocacy for world languages, leadership skills, and make connections with leaders across the state and country.“We are pleased to have Mrs. Wilson as part of our organization and we look forward to all that she will bring to KSWLA as a part of our Executive Board,” said KSWLA President Dr. Marta Silva.The KSWLA is an organization of World Language and English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Teachers and advocates dedicated to promoting and teaching world languages and cultures. They also support and advocate for languages and language education at the local, state, regional, and national levels

Kansas World Language Assoc. elects MHS teacher Vice President

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;

ZAKARY CLIFFORD MARTEN, 30, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

BRANDON MICHAEL WIMBERLY, 23, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $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;ZAKARY CLIFFORD MARTEN, 30, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750BRANDON MICHAEL WIMBERLY, 23, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $500

Riley County Arrest Report Dec. 8

Join Catie and Becky as they talk with Michael and Renee Gassmann from Common Table about what they offer and how people in need of a meal can receive one every day.

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🎙: Little Apple Bites: A Plate Full of Hot Community Meals

MANHATTAN (AP) — Kansas State forward Nae'Qwan Tomlin was dismissed from the team late Wednesday, more than a month after his arrest for disorderly conduct, triggering a wave of criticism aimed at the school administration from some fans.

K-State basketball coach Jerome Tang spoke to the K-State community on social media Thursday evening.

Tomlin averaged 10.4 points in 36 games last season, and was a big part of the Wildcats' surprise run to the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament. He considered turning pro after the season but ultimately decided to return to the program.

He was arrested following a bar fight in October, and Kansas State coach Jerome Tang immediately suspended him “for not living up to the expectations of our players.” But as the season progressed, many Kansas State fans were antsy for Tomlin's return to the team, even chanting his name during an overtime win against Villanova this week.

As some fans began calling and emailing administrators, including Kansas State president Richard Linton, athletic director Gene Taylor finally issued a statement that said Tomlin “will no longer be able to continue with the K-State men's basketball team."

“This decision was not made lightly by me,” he said, "but it is the decision warranted by the circumstances that brought it to bear.”

Taylor said he had been “monitoring the situation” along with Tang but declined to share any specifics of the case, citing federal privacy laws. That includes whether there were factors beyond the initial bar fight that led to his decision.

Earlier in the day, Tomlin posted on Instagram the lyrics from a song that said: “I want to be free, free, free.” The 6-foot-10 forward is scheduled to graduate at the semester, and because he has yet to play for the Wildcats this season, Tomlin could transfer to another school and play for the remainder of the season.

“Allowing for space and time is critical,” Taylor said, "but in today’s digital age, that unfortunately can lead to the spread of rumors and misinformation — and in this case, much of the information on social media is incorrect.

“We stand united to do what is best for this young man’s personal development and growth,” Taylor continued, "and to do what is best to uphold the values of our teams and our university at large.”

MANHATTAN (AP) — Kansas State forward Nae'Qwan Tomlin was dismissed from the team late Wednesday, more than a month after his arrest for disorderly conduct, triggering a wave of criticism aimed at the school administration from some fans.K-State basketball coach Jerome Tang spoke to the K-State community on social media Thursday evening.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">A message from Coach Tang <a href="https://t.co/67FzLKhxJd">pic.twitter.com/67FzLKhxJd</a>&mdash; K-State Men&#39;s Basketball (@KStateMBB) <a href="https://twitter.com/KStateMBB/status/1732934034957717970?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 8, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Tomlin averaged 10.4 points in 36 games last season, and was a big part of the Wildcats' surprise run to the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament. He considered turning pro after the season but ultimately decided to return to the program.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/10/1698592993697.png" alt="Tomlin photo KSU Athletics" />
 <figcaption>Tomlin photo KSU Athletics</figcaption>
 </figure>He was arrested following a bar fight in October, and Kansas State coach Jerome Tang immediately suspended him “for not living up to the expectations of our players.” But as the season progressed, many Kansas State fans were antsy for Tomlin's return to the team, even chanting his name during an overtime win against Villanova this week.As some fans began calling and emailing administrators, including Kansas State president Richard Linton, athletic director Gene Taylor finally issued a statement that said Tomlin “will no longer be able to continue with the K-State men's basketball team."“This decision was not made lightly by me,” he said, "but it is the decision warranted by the circumstances that brought it to bear.”Taylor said he had been “monitoring the situation” along with Tang but declined to share any specifics of the case, citing federal privacy laws. That includes whether there were factors beyond the initial bar fight that led to his decision.Earlier in the day, Tomlin posted on Instagram the lyrics from a song that said: “I want to be free, free, free.” The 6-foot-10 forward is scheduled to graduate at the semester, and because he has yet to play for the Wildcats this season, Tomlin could transfer to another school and play for the remainder of the season.“Allowing for space and time is critical,” Taylor said, "but in today’s digital age, that unfortunately can lead to the spread of rumors and misinformation — and in this case, much of the information on social media is incorrect.“We stand united to do what is best for this young man’s personal development and growth,” Taylor continued, "and to do what is best to uphold the values of our teams and our university at large.”

🎥Message from Coach Tang after Nae'Qwan Tomlin's dismissal

Estimates drawn from 25 years of tracking water-level, water-use

BY:&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasreflector.com/author/tim-carpenter/">TIM CARPENTER</a> <a href="https://kansasreflector.com/">Kansas Reflector</a>

TOPEKA — The Kansas Geological Survey reported Wednesday groundwater levels in the High Plains Aquifer could be sustained for at least one decade in moisture-imperiled areas of western Kansas through pumping reductions of 18 percent to 32 percent.

The aquifer, the state’s most economically important groundwater resource, published a report summarizing regional conditions and options for prolonging life of the aquifer. The review documented benefits of voluntary water conservation in the state’s five groundwater management districts.

“Our results show that the only way to slow water-level declines is to reduce pumping in conjunction with modification of agricultural practices,” said Jim Butler, KGS senior scientist and one of the report’s co-authors. “As has been shown in Kansas and elsewhere, efficient irrigation technology must be coupled with a binding agreement to reduce pumping if we are to make a difference.”

The High Plains Aquifer underlies portions of eight states from South Dakota to Texas. It includes the Ogallala Aquifer of western Kansas and the Great Bend Prairie and Equus Beds aquifers in the south-central part of the state.

KGS, based at the University of Kansas, and the Kansas Department of Agriculture annually measure groundwater levels in 1,400 wells across the High Plains Aquifer.

Groundwater in the Ogallala portion of the aquifer, covering management districts one, three and four, dropped significantly since start of widespread irrigation of cropland in the 1940s. In some areas, less than 40 percent of the original aquifer thickness remains.

Analysis of data gathered in district one in west-central Kansas and district four in northwest Kansas show water conservation measures slowed decline in groundwater resources.

“The availability of more than 25 years’ worth of high-quality water-level and water-use data for the aquifer makes it possible to provide a sound assessment of the aquifer status,” said Donald Whittemore, KGS emeritus senior scientist and an author of the report.

In district four’s Sheridan County, the state’s first Local Enhanced Management Area realized water savings. KGS said 23 percent of the savings was attributed to irrigation efficiency with an additional 1 percent related to a decrease in irrigated area since 2013. LEMAs allow local stakeholders to develop plans to reduce irrigation pumping in a specified area.

Analysis by KGS showed a reduction in pumping in district one saved 24 percent on water consumption, with 10.5 percent associated with irrigation efficiency and 14 percent to decreases in irrigated acreage.

Wichita County, part of district one, experienced reductions in pumping of 40 percent as water levels in parts of the district fell so low large-scale irrigation was reduced or eliminated. Farmers are adjusting to the water shortage by reducing acreage, changing cropping patterns and adopting technologies to reduce water usage.

In management district three in southwest Kansas, which doesn’t have LEMAs, groundwater use since 2019 has been reduced almost 13 percent, KGS said.

In south-central Kansas, the Equus Beds aquifer in management district two has experienced stable water levels during the last 25 years. In district five in the Big Bend Prairie region, there was a slight decline in groundwater usage. The pumping reduction needed to achieve stable water levels in the fifth district is 1.6 percent, KGS said.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1701899474506.jpeg" alt="Kansas Geological Survey estimated reductions of 18 percent to 32 percent in pumping of underground water in the High Plains Aquifer in Kansas could extend life of the resource in some areas by a decade. KGS says savings require farmers to reduce water use for irrigating crops in western Kansas. (Allison Kite/Kansas Reflector)" />
 <figcaption>Kansas Geological Survey estimated reductions of 18 percent to 32 percent in pumping of underground water in the High Plains Aquifer in Kansas could extend life of the resource in some areas by a decade. KGS says savings require farmers to reduce water use for irrigating crops in western Kansas. (Allison Kite/Kansas Reflector)</figcaption>
 </figure><h2>Estimates drawn from 25 years of tracking water-level, water-use</h2>BY:&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasreflector.com/author/tim-carpenter/">TIM CARPENTER</a> <a href="https://kansasreflector.com/">Kansas Reflector</a>TOPEKA — The Kansas Geological Survey reported Wednesday groundwater levels in the High Plains Aquifer could be sustained for at least one decade in moisture-imperiled areas of western Kansas through pumping reductions of 18 percent to 32 percent.The aquifer, the state’s most economically important groundwater resource, published a report summarizing regional conditions and options for prolonging life of the aquifer. The review documented benefits of voluntary water conservation in the state’s five groundwater management districts.“Our results show that the only way to slow water-level declines is to reduce pumping in conjunction with modification of agricultural practices,” said Jim Butler, KGS senior scientist and one of the report’s co-authors. “As has been shown in Kansas and elsewhere, efficient irrigation technology must be coupled with a binding agreement to reduce pumping if we are to make a difference.”The High Plains Aquifer underlies portions of eight states from South Dakota to Texas. It includes the Ogallala Aquifer of western Kansas and the Great Bend Prairie and Equus Beds aquifers in the south-central part of the state.KGS, based at the University of Kansas, and the Kansas Department of Agriculture annually measure groundwater levels in 1,400 wells across the High Plains Aquifer.Groundwater in the Ogallala portion of the aquifer, covering management districts one, three and four, dropped significantly since start of widespread irrigation of cropland in the 1940s. In some areas, less than 40 percent of the original aquifer thickness remains.Analysis of data gathered in district one in west-central Kansas and district four in northwest Kansas show water conservation measures slowed decline in groundwater resources.“The availability of more than 25 years’ worth of high-quality water-level and water-use data for the aquifer makes it possible to provide a sound assessment of the aquifer status,” said Donald Whittemore, KGS emeritus senior scientist and an author of the report.In district four’s Sheridan County, the state’s first Local Enhanced Management Area realized water savings. KGS said 23 percent of the savings was attributed to irrigation efficiency with an additional 1 percent related to a decrease in irrigated area since 2013. LEMAs allow local stakeholders to develop plans to reduce irrigation pumping in a specified area.Analysis by KGS showed a reduction in pumping in district one saved 24 percent on water consumption, with 10.5 percent associated with irrigation efficiency and 14 percent to decreases in irrigated acreage.Wichita County, part of district one, experienced reductions in pumping of 40 percent as water levels in parts of the district fell so low large-scale irrigation was reduced or eliminated. Farmers are adjusting to the water shortage by reducing acreage, changing cropping patterns and adopting technologies to reduce water usage.In management district three in southwest Kansas, which doesn’t have LEMAs, groundwater use since 2019 has been reduced almost 13 percent, KGS said.In south-central Kansas, the Equus Beds aquifer in management district two has experienced stable water levels during the last 25 years. In district five in the Big Bend Prairie region, there was a slight decline in groundwater usage. The pumping reduction needed to achieve stable water levels in the fifth district is 1.6 percent, KGS said.

Kansas Geological Survey says 18% to 32% cut in groundwater pumping may stabilize aquifer

TOPEKA - Governor Kelly has ordered flags be flown at half-staff to recognize National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.

Executive Order #20-30, orders flags across the State of Kansas be flown at half-staff from sunup to sundown on Thursday, December 7, 2023.

“On this solemn day, we remember the courage and sacrifice of our service members at Pearl Harbor 82 years ago,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “As we pay tribute to those who lost their lives on December 7, 1941, I extend my deepest gratitude to the men and women who defended our great nation then, and to those who do so now.”&nbsp;

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostTOPEKA - Governor Kelly has ordered flags be flown at half-staff to recognize National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.Executive Order #20-30, orders flags across the State of Kansas be flown at half-staff from sunup to sundown on Thursday, December 7, 2023.“On this solemn day, we remember the courage and sacrifice of our service members at Pearl Harbor 82 years ago,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “As we pay tribute to those who lost their lives on December 7, 1941, I extend my deepest gratitude to the men and women who defended our great nation then, and to those who do so now.”&nbsp;

Gov. Kelly orders flags to be flown half-staff for Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

BENJAMIN IRA JAMES LEWIS, 41, Manhattan, Assault x2; Bond $5,000

ADRIAN TYRONE WATSON, 53, Manhattan, Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Bond $2,000

AKIRA NICOLE CRIDGE, 20, Manhattan, Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm in family/person in dating relationship; Liquor; Purchase/possess/consume by minor 18-20 yrs; unknown conviction, Bond $2,000

BENIGNO DAVID AQUINO JR, 39, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Arrested and released on bond by Augusta Police Department

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;BENJAMIN IRA JAMES LEWIS, 41, Manhattan, Assault x2; Bond $5,000ADRIAN TYRONE WATSON, 53, Manhattan, Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Bond $2,000AKIRA NICOLE CRIDGE, 20, Manhattan, Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm in family/person in dating relationship; Liquor; Purchase/possess/consume by minor 18-20 yrs; unknown conviction, Bond $2,000BENIGNO DAVID AQUINO JR, 39, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Arrested and released on bond by Augusta Police Department

Riley County Arrest Report Dec. 7

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

Just before 2p.m. Wednesday, officers filed a report for theft in the 800 block of Commons Place, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

Target&nbsp; reported two suspects stole merchandise from the store. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $838.98. 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 an alleged theft in Manhattan.Just before 2p.m. Wednesday, officers filed a report for theft in the 800 block of Commons Place, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.Target&nbsp; reported two suspects stole merchandise from the store. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $838.98. 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: 2 suspects took $800 in merchandise from Target

RILEY COUNTY —A Manhattan man died in an accident just before 8p.m. Tuesday in Riley County..

According to Riley County Police Department a&nbsp;2013 black Ford Focus driven by&nbsp; 33-year-old David Collins was westbound in the 800 Block of Deep Creek Road. The car&nbsp; left the roadway and crashed in the ravine.&nbsp;

He was pronoucned dead at the scene. The RCPD released no additional details.

RILEY COUNTY —A Manhattan man died in an accident just before 8p.m. Tuesday in Riley County..According to Riley County Police Department a&nbsp;2013 black Ford Focus driven by&nbsp; 33-year-old David Collins was westbound in the 800 Block of Deep Creek Road. The car&nbsp; left the roadway and crashed in the ravine.&nbsp;He was pronoucned dead at the scene. The RCPD released no additional details.

RCPD: Victim in fatal crash was Manhattan man

WABAUNSEE COUNTY  —Law enforcement authorities are investigating additional reports of cattle theft in Kansas.

On November 17, 2023, the Pottawatomie County Sheriff’s Office took a report of five black Angus cattle allegedly stolen from the 17000 block of Onaga Road, Onaga, Kansas, according to a media release.

The cattle are branded on their left hip and also had white ear tags. All five of the stolen cows had calves, and the calves were still present but not the cows. They could have been taken anytime between May 15, 2023, and November 2, 2023. There were approximately 80 head in the pasture at the time of the crime.

In October, a dozen calves and a cow were stolen from from rancher Dan Oeding approximately 5 miles southeast of Wamego, according to the Wabaunsee County Sheriff. Livestock missing include Black Angus or Wagyu calves, one red calf and one Black Angus cow.

Anyone with information about the incident should contact the Wabaunsee County Sheriff at 785-765-3323. There is a reward offered&nbsp; for information that leads to the arrest of those who stole the cattle.

In August, Reno County Sheriff's Office said Circle H Cattle Company reported fifteen 400 to 500 pound calves stolen from the area of US 50 and Sterling Road, according to a social media report. The cattle went missing sometime between July 29, and August 6.

In mid-July, the Kansas Livestock Associated reported 17-head of 200-350 pound calves were stolen ten miles northeast of Atwood, according to a media release from the Rawlins County sheriff's office. The calves&nbsp; carried fresh brands of V arrow high on the right hip.

In April, the Sheridan County Sheriff's Department asked for the public's assistance in a case involving eighty 80 head of cattle missing from South of Hoxie, Kansas.

WABAUNSEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating additional reports of cattle theft in Kansas.On November 17, 2023, the Pottawatomie County Sheriff’s Office took a report of five black Angus cattle allegedly stolen from the 17000 block of Onaga Road, Onaga, Kansas, according to a media release.<figure>
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 <figcaption>Cattle brand on the left hip-photo Pottawatomie Co. Sheriff</figcaption>
 </figure>The cattle are branded on their left hip and also had white ear tags. All five of the stolen cows had calves, and the calves were still present but not the cows. They could have been taken anytime between May 15, 2023, and November 2, 2023. There were approximately 80 head in the pasture at the time of the crime.In October, a dozen calves and a cow were stolen from from rancher Dan Oeding approximately 5 miles southeast of Wamego, according to the Wabaunsee County Sheriff. Livestock missing include Black Angus or Wagyu calves, one red calf and one Black Angus cow.Anyone with information about the incident should contact the Wabaunsee County Sheriff at 785-765-3323. There is a reward offered&nbsp; for information that leads to the arrest of those who stole the cattle.In August, Reno County Sheriff's Office said Circle H Cattle Company reported fifteen 400 to 500 pound calves stolen from the area of US 50 and Sterling Road, according to a social media report. The cattle went missing sometime between July 29, and August 6.In mid-July, the Kansas Livestock Associated reported 17-head of 200-350 pound calves were stolen ten miles northeast of Atwood, according to a media release from the Rawlins County sheriff's office. The calves&nbsp; carried fresh brands of V arrow high on the right hip.In April, the Sheridan County Sheriff's Department asked for the public's assistance in a case involving eighty 80 head of cattle missing from South of Hoxie, Kansas.

More cattle thefts under investigation in Kansas

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a teen for an alleged violent crime.

Just after 3:30p.m. Tuesday, officers filed a report for aggravated assault involving a 38-year-old female as the victim in the 1100 block of Yuma Street in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report

Police arrested 16-year-old&nbsp;Dylan Bloodworth of Manhattan on requested charges of aggravated assault. Bloodworth was transported to the Juvenile Intake Facility.&nbsp;

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a teen for an alleged violent crime.Just after 3:30p.m. Tuesday, officers filed a report for aggravated assault involving a 38-year-old female as the victim in the 1100 block of Yuma Street in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity reportPolice arrested 16-year-old&nbsp;Dylan Bloodworth of Manhattan on requested charges of aggravated assault. Bloodworth was transported to the Juvenile Intake Facility.&nbsp;

RCPD: 16-year-old accused of assault of 38-year-old woman

DYLAN SKYLAR BLOODWORTH, 16, Manhattan, Aggravated assault; Use of a deadly weapon; Processed through North Central Kansas Juvenile Intake

CATERA D WYCOFF GILES, 15, Manhattan, Battery; Physical contact in rude, insulting, angry manner;&nbsp;Processed through North Central Kansas Juvenile Intake

ALEXIS LASHAE GOLDNER, 23, Overland Park, Failure to appear; Bond $750

ALLAN DAVID RUBOYIANES, 38, Salina, Failure to appear; Bond $500

SARA AYAKO MCDONALD, 33, Manhattan, Driving under the influence; 1st conv; incapable of safely driving; child present; Aggravated endangering a child; Reckless situation to child &lt;18; Bond $8,000

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;DYLAN SKYLAR BLOODWORTH, 16, Manhattan, Aggravated assault; Use of a deadly weapon; Processed through North Central Kansas Juvenile IntakeCATERA D WYCOFF GILES, 15, Manhattan, Battery; Physical contact in rude, insulting, angry manner;&nbsp;Processed through North Central Kansas Juvenile IntakeALEXIS LASHAE GOLDNER, 23, Overland Park, Failure to appear; Bond $750ALLAN DAVID RUBOYIANES, 38, Salina, Failure to appear; Bond $500SARA AYAKO MCDONALD, 33, Manhattan, Driving under the influence; 1st conv; incapable of safely driving; child present; Aggravated endangering a child; Reckless situation to child &lt;18; Bond $8,000

Riley County Arrest Report Dec 4

AMANDA DAWN DEFULVIO, 32, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $1,000

MOISEMAX CRUZ, 30, Manhattan, Probation Violation, Bond $7,500

CALEB LEROY RINEY, 18, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $1,000

SARAH ANN GUTIERREZ, 39, Manhattan, Aggravated assault; Use of a deadly weapon; Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Bond $12,000

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;AMANDA DAWN DEFULVIO, 32, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $1,000MOISEMAX CRUZ, 30, Manhattan, Probation Violation, Bond $7,500CALEB LEROY RINEY, 18, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $1,000SARAH ANN GUTIERREZ, 39, Manhattan, Aggravated assault; Use of a deadly weapon; Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Bond $12,000

Riley County Arrest Report December 5

MANHATTAN - The Manhattan Fire Department will be training at Carlson Plaza, located at 425 Pierre Street for the next few weeks.

During training the fire crews will make use of theatrical smoke during the training drills.

Occasionally they will need to release the smoke from the building.

Manhattan Housing Authority is allowing the Manhattan Fire Department to make use of the facility for training.

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - The Manhattan Fire Department will be training at Carlson Plaza, located at 425 Pierre Street for the next few weeks.During training the fire crews will make use of theatrical smoke during the training drills.Occasionally they will need to release the smoke from the building.Manhattan Housing Authority is allowing the Manhattan Fire Department to make use of the facility for training.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fmanhattanfiredepartment%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0d79khs8pFcwq2vUUgUGc3tFKi19P89YWKumCYSAcB2b85Leq41frVgxDx44RSA5wl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="543" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Manhattan Fire to train at Carlson Plaza, theatrical smoke will be used

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

Just after 4p.m. Monday, officers filed a report for theft in the 600 block of Poyntz Avenue in Manhattan. The Manhattan Public Library reported 2 unknown suspects took about 10 video games and a Playstation 4 with 3 games. 

The estimated total loss associated with this case is not currently listed. 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.Just after 4p.m. Monday, officers filed a report for theft in the 600 block of Poyntz Avenue in Manhattan. The Manhattan Public Library reported 2 unknown suspects took about 10 video games and a Playstation 4 with 3 games. The estimated total loss associated with this case is not currently listed. 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: Theft reported from Manhattan Public Library

WYANDOTTE COUNTY —After many years at Tuttle Creek State Park&nbsp;near&nbsp; Manhattan and a 5-year run in Topeka, the Country Stampede announced it's new home Monday night.

According to the organizations social media page, the new home of the Country Stampede is&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/azuraamp?__cft__[0]=AZVgJTGwCezOVwBn0jE6eIIl5RHez7z8Xo4U4JQZYafVbtJWGaydaI3-MaKPdHPoZA6FcY7uv_ujMtqkQj5IdjEDL-mMuKuaYF4kMbHnfKqQSyP_I-6dWVW0rPl0aD6SP5d46x4ECDMW0tb6eLcJaA96z6r7HbV6cgTc3867Jbl-IsHbKdQdf5MgI5RT8621lfk&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Azura Amphitheater</a>&nbsp;in Bonner Springs, Kansas. The 2024 stampede will be held June 27-29.

 The venue is part of the Kansas City, Kansas tourism corridor that includes hotels, shopping, and restaurant entertainment just minutes away for fans attending the event.

Owners of the Country Stampede, JC Entertainment, provided a statement that concluded the process to find a new destination for the popular festival. 

 “The Country Stampede will keep its roots in the State of Kansas while moving closer to the Kansas City metro area.  This will provide a great opportunity to introduce new fans to the festival who haven’t had the opportunity to travel to its previous locations. 

 We are thankful to all of the municipalities and venues that inquired about hosting the event in their communities, but overall found Azura Amphitheater to provide the best fit. 

 The Country Stampede welcomes its core group of festival goers that have been with the event from the start and will continue to offer multiple day camping.  A Kick-Off Party on Thursday, June 27, 2024 will open the festival followed by two days of headliners on the main stage, Friday, June 28, and Saturday, June 29.”Artist announcements and ticket on-sale dates for the Country Stampede will take place before the end of December.

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 </figure>WYANDOTTE COUNTY —After many years at Tuttle Creek State Park&nbsp;near&nbsp; Manhattan and a 5-year run in Topeka, the Country Stampede announced it's new home Monday night.According to the organizations social media page, the new home of the Country Stampede is&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/azuraamp?__cft__[0]=AZVgJTGwCezOVwBn0jE6eIIl5RHez7z8Xo4U4JQZYafVbtJWGaydaI3-MaKPdHPoZA6FcY7uv_ujMtqkQj5IdjEDL-mMuKuaYF4kMbHnfKqQSyP_I-6dWVW0rPl0aD6SP5d46x4ECDMW0tb6eLcJaA96z6r7HbV6cgTc3867Jbl-IsHbKdQdf5MgI5RT8621lfk&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Azura Amphitheater</a>&nbsp;in Bonner Springs, Kansas. The 2024 stampede will be held June 27-29. The venue is part of the Kansas City, Kansas tourism corridor that includes hotels, shopping, and restaurant entertainment just minutes away for fans attending the event.Owners of the Country Stampede, JC Entertainment, provided a statement that concluded the process to find a new destination for the popular festival. “The Country Stampede will keep its roots in the State of Kansas while moving closer to the Kansas City metro area. This will provide a great opportunity to introduce new fans to the festival who haven’t had the opportunity to travel to its previous locations. We are thankful to all of the municipalities and venues that inquired about hosting the event in their communities, but overall found Azura Amphitheater to provide the best fit. The Country Stampede welcomes its core group of festival goers that have been with the event from the start and will continue to offer multiple day camping. A Kick-Off Party on Thursday, June 27, 2024 will open the festival followed by two days of headliners on the main stage, Friday, June 28, and Saturday, June 29.”Artist announcements and ticket on-sale dates for the Country Stampede will take place before the end of December.

Country Stampede announces move to 'Azura Amphitheater' for 2024

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged theft from retailers in the Manhattan Town Center.

Just after 6p.m. Saturday, Ulta Beauty reported three unknown suspects took multiple items from the store. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $2,000.&nbsp;

Just before 7p.m. Saturday, Dillards reported 3 unknown suspects took Michael Kors's bags and purses. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $3,000. 

Anyone with information on these cases 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 from retailers in the Manhattan Town Center.Just after 6p.m. Saturday, Ulta Beauty reported three unknown suspects took multiple items from the store. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $2,000.&nbsp;Just before 7p.m. Saturday, Dillards reported 3 unknown suspects took Michael Kors's bags and purses. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $3,000. Anyone with information on these cases 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: More thefts from stores in Manhattan Town Center

Just before noon Friday, officers filed a report for theft in the 2300 block of Stagg Hill Road in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. Briggs Auto reported a known suspect took money from the company safe. 

The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $2,600.&nbsp;

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged theft in Manhattan.Just before noon Friday, officers filed a report for theft in the 2300 block of Stagg Hill Road in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. Briggs Auto reported a known suspect took money from the company safe. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $2,600.&nbsp;

RCPD: Suspect took $2,600 from car dealer's safe

GEORGSHUA NIEVES CORTES, 31, Manhattan, Driving while suspended; 1st conviction; Vehicle liability insurance; Knowingly drive uninsured vehicle; Bond $750

AMY SUE LACLAIR, 53, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 2nd conviction; blood/breath .08&gt;; Ignition interlock device; Operate a MV w/o a valid license; Bond $3,000

CRISTIAN ORTIZ MARTINEZ, 21, Manhattan, Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Criminal damage to property; Without consent value &lt;$1000; Bond $3,000

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;GEORGSHUA NIEVES CORTES, 31, Manhattan, Driving while suspended; 1st conviction; Vehicle liability insurance; Knowingly drive uninsured vehicle; Bond $750AMY SUE LACLAIR, 53, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 2nd conviction; blood/breath .08&gt;; Ignition interlock device; Operate a MV w/o a valid license; Bond $3,000CRISTIAN ORTIZ MARTINEZ, 21, Manhattan, Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Criminal damage to property; Without consent value &lt;$1000; Bond $3,000

Riley County Arrest Report December 4

WASHINGTON — Following feedback from taxpayers, tax professionals and payment processors and to reduce taxpayer confusion, the Internal Revenue Service released&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMjYsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3Lmlycy5nb3YvcHViL2lycy1kcm9wL24tMjMtNzQucGRmIiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDIzMTEyMS44NTk4NDI5MSJ9.iFaXl103Kd3wmKVB12VLd6G3eRAN9V6pf2QbZ_1cFFM/s/1558083055/br/231381918050-l" target="_blank">Notice 2023-74</a>&nbsp;announcing a delay of the new $600 Form 1099-K reporting threshold for third-party settlement organizations for calendar year 2023.

As the IRS continues to work to implement the new law, the agency will treat 2023 as an additional transition year. This will reduce the potential confusion caused by the distribution of an estimated 44 million Forms 1099-K sent to many taxpayers who wouldn’t expect one and may not have a tax obligation. 

As a result, reporting will not be required unless the taxpayer receives over $20,000 and has more than 200 transactions in 2023.Given the complexity of the new provision, the large number of individual taxpayers affected and the need for stakeholders to have certainty with enough lead time, the IRS is planning for a threshold of $5,000 for tax year 2024 as part of a phase-in to implement the $600 reporting threshold enacted under the American Rescue Plan.

Following feedback from the tax community, the IRS is also looking to make updates to the Form 1040 and related schedules for 2024 that would make the reporting process easier for taxpayers. Changes to the Form 1040 series – the core tax form for more than 150 million taxpayers – are complex and take time; delaying changes to tax year 2024 allows for additional feedback.

“We spent many months gathering feedback from third-party groups and others, and it became increasingly clear we need additional time to effectively implement the new reporting requirements,” said IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel. “Taking this phased-in approach is the right thing to do for the purposes of tax administration, and it prevents unnecessary confusion as we continue to look at changes to the Form 1040. It’s clear that an additional delay for tax year 2023 will avoid problems for taxpayers, tax professionals and others in this area.”

The American Rescue Plan required third party settlement organizations, which include popular payment apps and online marketplaces, to report payments of more than $600 for the sale of goods and services on a Form 1099-K starting in 2022. These forms would go to the IRS and to taxpayers and would help taxpayers fill out their tax returns. Previously, the reporting requirement applied only to the sale of goods and services involving more than 200 transactions per year totaling over $20,000.

The IRS temporarily delayed the new requirement last year.

Reporting requirements do not apply to personal transactions such as birthday or holiday gifts, sharing the cost of a car ride or meal, or paying a family member or another for a household bill. These payments are not taxable and should not be reported on Form 1099-K.

However, the casual sale of goods and services, including selling used personal items like clothing, furniture and other household items for a loss, could generate a Form 1099-K for many people, even if the seller has no tax liability from those sales.

This complexity in distinguishing between these types of transactions factored into the IRS decision to delay the reporting requirements an additional year and to plan for a threshold of $5,000 for 2024 in order to phase in implementation. The IRS invites feedback on the threshold of $5,000 for tax year 2024 and other elements of the reporting requirement, including how best to focus reporting on taxable transactions.

“The IRS will use this additional time to continue carefully crafting a way forward to minimize burden,” Werfel said. “We want to make this as easy as possible for taxpayers. We will work to make the new reporting requirements easier for them, and we’ll work closely with third-party groups, tax professionals and others to find the smoothest path to ensure compliance with the law. This is consistent with our Strategic Operating Plan. The IRS is focused on meeting taxpayers where they are and helping them get it right the first time.”

Expanded information reporting, which will occur as the result of the change in thresholds for Form 1099-K, is important because it increases tax compliance and can reduce burden on taxpayers seeking to follow the law. The IRS believes that expansion must be managed carefully to help ensure that Forms 1099-K are issued only to taxpayers who should receive them. In addition, it's important that taxpayers understand what to do as a result of this reporting, and that tax professionals and software providers have the information they need to assist taxpayers.

The IRS will continue to provide information on IRS.gov/1099K<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMjcsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3Lmlycy5nb3YvMTA5OUsiLCJidWxsZXRpbl9pZCI6IjIwMjMxMTIxLjg1OTg0MjkxIn0.pk6Xbqr1zSqkwkGpv1OKqjsuUbaxhk8J5HXYtPIrV6o/s/1558083055/br/231381918050-l" target="_blank">https://www.irs.gov/1099K</a>.

IRSWASHINGTON — Following feedback from taxpayers, tax professionals and payment processors and to reduce taxpayer confusion, the Internal Revenue Service released&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMjYsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3Lmlycy5nb3YvcHViL2lycy1kcm9wL24tMjMtNzQucGRmIiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDIzMTEyMS44NTk4NDI5MSJ9.iFaXl103Kd3wmKVB12VLd6G3eRAN9V6pf2QbZ_1cFFM/s/1558083055/br/231381918050-l" target="_blank">Notice 2023-74</a>&nbsp;announcing a delay of the new $600 Form 1099-K reporting threshold for third-party settlement organizations for calendar year 2023.As the IRS continues to work to implement the new law, the agency will treat 2023 as an additional transition year. This will reduce the potential confusion caused by the distribution of an estimated 44 million Forms 1099-K sent to many taxpayers who wouldn’t expect one and may not have a tax obligation. As a result, reporting will not be required unless the taxpayer receives over $20,000 and has more than 200 transactions in 2023.Given the complexity of the new provision, the large number of individual taxpayers affected and the need for stakeholders to have certainty with enough lead time, the IRS is planning for a threshold of $5,000 for tax year 2024 as part of a phase-in to implement the $600 reporting threshold enacted under the American Rescue Plan.Following feedback from the tax community, the IRS is also looking to make updates to the Form 1040 and related schedules for 2024 that would make the reporting process easier for taxpayers. Changes to the Form 1040 series – the core tax form for more than 150 million taxpayers – are complex and take time; delaying changes to tax year 2024 allows for additional feedback.“We spent many months gathering feedback from third-party groups and others, and it became increasingly clear we need additional time to effectively implement the new reporting requirements,” said IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel. “Taking this phased-in approach is the right thing to do for the purposes of tax administration, and it prevents unnecessary confusion as we continue to look at changes to the Form 1040. It’s clear that an additional delay for tax year 2023 will avoid problems for taxpayers, tax professionals and others in this area.”The American Rescue Plan required third party settlement organizations, which include popular payment apps and online marketplaces, to report payments of more than $600 for the sale of goods and services on a Form 1099-K starting in 2022. These forms would go to the IRS and to taxpayers and would help taxpayers fill out their tax returns. Previously, the reporting requirement applied only to the sale of goods and services involving more than 200 transactions per year totaling over $20,000.The IRS temporarily delayed the new requirement last year.Reporting requirements do not apply to personal transactions such as birthday or holiday gifts, sharing the cost of a car ride or meal, or paying a family member or another for a household bill. These payments are not taxable and should not be reported on Form 1099-K.However, the casual sale of goods and services, including selling used personal items like clothing, furniture and other household items for a loss, could generate a Form 1099-K for many people, even if the seller has no tax liability from those sales.This complexity in distinguishing between these types of transactions factored into the IRS decision to delay the reporting requirements an additional year and to plan for a threshold of $5,000 for 2024 in order to phase in implementation. The IRS invites feedback on the threshold of $5,000 for tax year 2024 and other elements of the reporting requirement, including how best to focus reporting on taxable transactions.“The IRS will use this additional time to continue carefully crafting a way forward to minimize burden,” Werfel said. “We want to make this as easy as possible for taxpayers. We will work to make the new reporting requirements easier for them, and we’ll work closely with third-party groups, tax professionals and others to find the smoothest path to ensure compliance with the law. This is consistent with our Strategic Operating Plan. The IRS is focused on meeting taxpayers where they are and helping them get it right the first time.”Expanded information reporting, which will occur as the result of the change in thresholds for Form 1099-K, is important because it increases tax compliance and can reduce burden on taxpayers seeking to follow the law. The IRS believes that expansion must be managed carefully to help ensure that Forms 1099-K are issued only to taxpayers who should receive them. In addition, it's important that taxpayers understand what to do as a result of this reporting, and that tax professionals and software providers have the information they need to assist taxpayers.The IRS will continue to provide information on IRS.gov/1099K<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMjcsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3Lmlycy5nb3YvMTA5OUsiLCJidWxsZXRpbl9pZCI6IjIwMjMxMTIxLjg1OTg0MjkxIn0.pk6Xbqr1zSqkwkGpv1OKqjsuUbaxhk8J5HXYtPIrV6o/s/1558083055/br/231381918050-l" target="_blank">https://www.irs.gov/1099K</a>.

IRS announces delay in income reporting for platform such as Facebook

AUSTIN LEE GAUZE, 22, Ogden, Criminal damage to property; Without consent value &lt;$1000; Disorderly conduct; Brawling or fighting; Bond $3,000

MICHAEL DONRE MOSES, 21, Manhattan, Parole violation; Bond $1,000

DALTON JAMES AMARO, 33, Manhattan, Probation Violation; Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution; Bond $2,000

MICHAEL WALTER JONES, 54, Manhattan, Probation Violation; Bond $20,000

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;AUSTIN LEE GAUZE, 22, Ogden, Criminal damage to property; Without consent value &lt;$1000; Disorderly conduct; Brawling or fighting; Bond $3,000MICHAEL DONRE MOSES, 21, Manhattan, Parole violation; Bond $1,000DALTON JAMES AMARO, 33, Manhattan, Probation Violation; Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution; Bond $2,000MICHAEL WALTER JONES, 54, Manhattan, Probation Violation; Bond $20,000

Riley County Police Department December 3

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Kansas First District Congressman Tracey Mann wants work to continue on a long-term solution for farmers, even though a stopgap measure has been passed.

"We've got to remember why we do farm bills in the first place and why they are five years," Mann said. "They are five years to provide some certainty for producers. Long enough to be certain, but short enough that it can be opened up and looked at to reflect the times. If you look at farming conditions, specifically input costs today versus 2018, when the current farm bill was passed, you know things are dramatically different. That's why five years is the appropriate length."

What Mann wants to make sure doesn't happen is a constant line of stopgap measures, as has happened often with the federal budget as a whole.

"I've been very frustrated with how slow this process has been," Mann said. "It has been extended for one year. The current farm bill now expires Sept. 30 of next year. Just because it got extended a couple weeks ago, doesn't mean that we shouldn't be working on and pushing hard for a five year bill. That's exactly what I've been doing."

Further, it is important that the farm bill, which has traditionally been a bipartisan piece of legislation, doesn't get bogged down in even year electoral politics.

"If you delay too far, then we get into the election, then into the lame duck period," Mann said. "There's no reason we just don't get this thing done right now. That's what we've been jumping up and down, telling everybody who will listen why that's the case and it's full steam ahead."

Agricultural groups across the political spectrum are urging that a new five-year bill be worked on in early 2024.

<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>By NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Kansas First District Congressman Tracey Mann wants work to continue on a long-term solution for farmers, even though a stopgap measure has been passed."We've got to remember why we do farm bills in the first place and why they are five years," Mann said. "They are five years to provide some certainty for producers. Long enough to be certain, but short enough that it can be opened up and looked at to reflect the times. If you look at farming conditions, specifically input costs today versus 2018, when the current farm bill was passed, you know things are dramatically different. That's why five years is the appropriate length."What Mann wants to make sure doesn't happen is a constant line of stopgap measures, as has happened often with the federal budget as a whole."I've been very frustrated with how slow this process has been," Mann said. "It has been extended for one year. The current farm bill now expires Sept. 30 of next year. Just because it got extended a couple weeks ago, doesn't mean that we shouldn't be working on and pushing hard for a five year bill. That's exactly what I've been doing."Further, it is important that the farm bill, which has traditionally been a bipartisan piece of legislation, doesn't get bogged down in even year electoral politics."If you delay too far, then we get into the election, then into the lame duck period," Mann said. "There's no reason we just don't get this thing done right now. That's what we've been jumping up and down, telling everybody who will listen why that's the case and it's full steam ahead."Agricultural groups across the political spectrum are urging that a new five-year bill be worked on in early 2024.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Mann continuing to advocate for five-year farm bill

MANHATTAN - On July 27th the owners of the Dusty Bookshelf announced they were facing possible change to their business model, and possible closure.

On November 30th, The Dusty Bookshelf posted to social media, they are staying in their current location at the corner of North Manhattan Avenue and Moro Street.

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - On July 27th the owners of the Dusty Bookshelf announced they were facing possible change to their business model, and possible closure.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fphoto.php%3Ffbid%3D753113353480615%26set%3Da.509832807808672%26type%3D3&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="645" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>On November 30th, The Dusty Bookshelf posted to social media, they are staying in their current location at the corner of North Manhattan Avenue and Moro Street.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=476&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fthedustybookshelfmhk%2Fvideos%2F316058274672204%2F&show_text=true&width=267&t=0" width="267" height="591" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowFullScreen="true"></iframe></div>

'Dusty Bookshelf' to remain in current building in Aggieville

SAQUAN DAJOUIR MILTON, 27, Fort Riley, Driving under the influence of drugs/alc; 1st conv; incapable of safely driving; Bond $750

CHARLES KENT KILLINGSWORTH, 20,&nbsp;Westmoreland,&nbsp;Driving under the influence of drugs/alc; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Possession of stolen property; Value less than $1,500; Bond $750

GERALD WILLAIM HARTMAN III, 22, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drug or combination of drugs; 1st conv; Bond $1,500

SIA LING, 33, Kansas City, KS, Driving under the influence of drugs/alc; 2nd conv; incapable of driving; Bond $1,500

GARY KEITH BOUCK, JR, 50, Manhattan, Probation violation x2; Bond $10,000

MARQUEZ ANTONIO STATON, 35, Manhattan, DUI; 3rd conv in 10 yrs; incapable of safe driving; Bond $4,000

BRANDON LLOYD WELTY, 25, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $500

ANDREW PAUL BRANDENBURG, 44, Manhattan, Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Bond $500

MICHAEL EDWARD SMITH, 50, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $3,000

REGINA RENEE SMITH, 44, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $1500

JOHNATHON LEE GLUKOWSKY, 15, Ogden, Battery; Physical contact in rude, insulting angry manner; Processed through North Central Kansas Juvenile Intake

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;SAQUAN DAJOUIR MILTON, 27, Fort Riley, Driving under the influence of drugs/alc; 1st conv; incapable of safely driving; Bond $750CHARLES KENT KILLINGSWORTH, 20,&nbsp;Westmoreland,&nbsp;Driving under the influence of drugs/alc; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Possession of stolen property; Value less than $1,500; Bond $750GERALD WILLAIM HARTMAN III, 22, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drug or combination of drugs; 1st conv; Bond $1,500SIA LING, 33, Kansas City, KS, Driving under the influence of drugs/alc; 2nd conv; incapable of driving; Bond $1,500GARY KEITH BOUCK, JR, 50, Manhattan, Probation violation x2; Bond $10,000MARQUEZ ANTONIO STATON, 35, Manhattan, DUI; 3rd conv in 10 yrs; incapable of safe driving; Bond $4,000BRANDON LLOYD WELTY, 25, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $500ANDREW PAUL BRANDENBURG, 44, Manhattan, Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Bond $500MICHAEL EDWARD SMITH, 50, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $3,000REGINA RENEE SMITH, 44, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $1500JOHNATHON LEE GLUKOWSKY, 15, Ogden, Battery; Physical contact in rude, insulting angry manner; Processed through North Central Kansas Juvenile Intake

Riley County Arrest Report December 2nd

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating the drive=by killing of a trophy buck in Riley County.

Just after 10:30a.m. November 24, someone shot a buck a few miles south of Zendale in Southern Riley County, according to a social media report from the Kansas Game Wardens.

The buck was shot with a rifle through the hind end and died. A local farmer was feeding&nbsp; cattle, and only a few yards away, out ran the deer. At that same time, a white Chevy truck was driving south down the road and fired one shot from the passenger side of the truck, striking the deer. 

The farmer was walking in the pasture near the cattle and witnessed the shot, first assuming it was towards them, which was only ~100 yds from the roadway, according to game wardens.

The truck then sped off. The farmer provided law enforcement with a partial tag and vehicle description.

If anyone has any information about this incident, please contact Warden Jedlicka at (785) 256-3614 or Lieutenant Gehrt at (785) 256-1199. Hopefully, with the information provided, officers can track down a suspect(s). 

Unfortunately, a first-time youth archery hunter has been hunting this trophy relentlessly and was devastated to see the warrior fall this way. The meat was salvaged and did not go to waste.&nbsp;

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 </figure>RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating the drive=by killing of a trophy buck in Riley County.Just after 10:30a.m. November 24, someone shot a buck a few miles south of Zendale in Southern Riley County, according to a social media report from the Kansas Game Wardens.The buck was shot with a rifle through the hind end and died. A local farmer was feeding&nbsp; cattle, and only a few yards away, out ran the deer. At that same time, a white Chevy truck was driving south down the road and fired one shot from the passenger side of the truck, striking the deer. The farmer was walking in the pasture near the cattle and witnessed the shot, first assuming it was towards them, which was only ~100 yds from the roadway, according to game wardens.The truck then sped off. The farmer provided law enforcement with a partial tag and vehicle description.If anyone has any information about this incident, please contact Warden Jedlicka at (785) 256-3614 or Lieutenant Gehrt at (785) 256-1199. Hopefully, with the information provided, officers can track down a suspect(s). Unfortunately, a first-time youth archery hunter has been hunting this trophy relentlessly and was devastated to see the warrior fall this way. The meat was salvaged and did not go to waste.&nbsp;