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

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

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

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

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

RCPD: Teen battered in alleged robbery at his home

The 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.

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.<figure>
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Riley County Arrest Report July 28

The City of Manhattan announced that 12th St construction is moving along and some changes are happening to pedestrian walkways and the alley south of Moro. 

There will be a middle walkway with offshoots to businesses so patrons can easily access them. The goal is to have the new sidewalks completed by Aug 22. 

 Alley work is starting, and no thru traffic will be allowed for about 2 months. Learn More



The City of Manhattan announced that 12th St construction is moving along and some changes are happening to pedestrian walkways and the alley south of Moro. There will be a middle walkway with offshoots to businesses so patrons can easily access them. The goal is to have the new sidewalks completed by Aug 22. Alley work is starting, and no thru traffic will be allowed for about 2 months. Learn More

12th Street construction progresses

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Riley County Arrest Report July 26, 27

K-STATE RESEARCH AND EXTENSION NEWS SERVICE

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 </figure>Patchy water application may not affect smaller trees, as the soaker will circle the tree several times, but can affect larger trees. For more uniform watering, Domenghini suggests hooking the beginning and end of the soaker hose to a y-adapter to equalize pressure and provide more uniform watering. The parts needed are just a y-adapter and a female-to-female connector.“It is also helpful if the y-adapter has shut-off valves so the volume of flow can be controlled,” Domenghini said. “Too high a flow rate can allow water to run off rather than soak.”The position of the hose can also make a difference. On larger trees, Domenghini said the soaker hose can circle the trunk at least half the distance to the drip line. On smaller trees, she said the hose can circle the tree several times so only the soil that contains tree roots will be watered.To check if the watering is effective, Domenghini said the soil should be wet at least 12 inches deep. A metal rod or something similar can be used to check.“Dry soil is much harder to push through than wet and your probe will stop when it hits dry soil,” she said. “How long it takes water to reach a 12 inch depth varies depending on the rate of water flow and soil.”As a test when first watering the tree, record the amount of time it takes to reach a 12-inch depth of dampness. The tree can then be watered for that amount of time in subsequent watering.

Cut the cost of watering trees

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Scout for insects in cotton and corn fields 

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

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

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

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

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

Two hospitalized after Riley County pedestrian accident

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

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

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

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

Driver hospitalized after car strikes debris in the roadway

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Postseason Play begins this Weekend for the Junction City Brigade

Riley&nbsp; County police noted that they provided assistance to the FBI on an investigation in downtown Manhattan on Friday. There was not any other information released.

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RCPD assists on an investigation

K-State Division of Communications an Marketing

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.<figure>
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Riley County Arrest Report July 25

The Kaw Valley Rodeo was a Friday night highlight during Fair week. ( Photos by Anthony Gorges )

It's fair time in Manhattan. There are activities ranging from 4-H and the Kaw Valley Rodeo to the WEEE Entertainment Carnival. ( Photos by Rick Thomas )

The Fair runs through Monday in the Cicio Park - Pottorf Hall area.

The Friday schedule includes the WEEE Entertainment Carnival opening at 6 p.m., the judging of the Swine Exhibits at 7 p.m. and the Kaw Valley Rodeo at 8 p.m.

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Riley County Fair week

GEARY COUNTY —Two people were injured in an accident just after 2:30p.m. Thursday in Geary County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2024 Tesla driven by Terry L.&nbsp;Roehr, 73, Colorado Springs, was entering Interstate 70 from the&nbsp;eastbound on ramp at Kansas 177. The vehicle was traveling too fast for the conditions and hydroplaned.&nbsp; The Tesla collided with a 2002 Ford pickup driven by&nbsp; &nbsp;Sawyer G.&nbsp; Ibarra, 16, Alma.&nbsp;

EMS transported both driver to Via Christi in Manhattan. Three passengers in the Tesla were not injured. All were properly restrained, according to the KHP.

GEARY COUNTY —Two people were injured in an accident just after 2:30p.m. Thursday in Geary County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2024 Tesla driven by Terry L.&nbsp;Roehr, 73, Colorado Springs, was entering Interstate 70 from the&nbsp;eastbound on ramp at Kansas 177. The vehicle was traveling too fast for the conditions and hydroplaned.&nbsp; The Tesla collided with a 2002 Ford pickup driven by&nbsp; &nbsp;Sawyer G.&nbsp; Ibarra, 16, Alma.&nbsp;EMS transported both driver to Via Christi in Manhattan. Three passengers in the Tesla were not injured. All were properly restrained, according to the KHP.

2 hospitalized in Manhattan after Tesla hydroplanes

Irwin Army Community Hospital Release&nbsp;

Thursday morning, Col. Laudino Castillo, commander of Irwin Army Community Hospital (IACH), addressed local leaders at the Military Affairs Council Breakfast in Junction City. 

In his remarks, Col. Castillo emphasized IACH’s vital role as an operational partner to the 1st Infantry Division—supporting medical readiness on and off the battlefield. From field response to clinical care, IACH stands ready to deliver when it matters most.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Irwin Army Community Hospital Release&nbsp;--Thursday morning, Col. Laudino Castillo, commander of Irwin Army Community Hospital (IACH), addressed local leaders at the Military Affairs Council Breakfast in Junction City. In his remarks, Col. Castillo emphasized IACH’s vital role as an operational partner to the 1st Infantry Division—supporting medical readiness on and off the battlefield. From field response to clinical care, IACH stands ready to deliver when it matters most.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Irwin Army Community Hospital Commander addresses MAC in Junction City

(MANHATTAN, Kan. – July 24, 2025)&nbsp;— This year’s&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=7104a66bf8&amp;e=8c33f27c6f">Furniture Amnesty Day</a>&nbsp;(FAD) event has been postponed by the City of Manhattan for one week, and it will now start at&nbsp;8 a.m. Friday, August 1&nbsp;in City Park.

City officials announced that the event is being postponed due to a forecast of excessive rainfall (3 to 5 inches) overnight and continuing Friday, July 25, leading to possible flooding. A Flood Watch is in effect for the Manhattan area through Friday afternoon.

“We appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding as we worked to make this postponement decision,” said Andrew Lawson, public information officer for the City. “Furniture Amnesty Day is a very complex event involving many community partners, so we needed to make a decision before the heaviest of the predicted rainfall came tonight. We urge everyone not to put out furniture tonight, and to contact us if you need to make alternate arrangements for leases that may be terminating within the next week that affect your donation.”

FAD is a free community event that gives people the opportunity to donate or pick up used furniture at no cost. Anyone can participate. There are no income requirements or forms to fill out to choose from the donated items.

Registration for furniture shopping begins at&nbsp;8 a.m. Aug. 1&nbsp;in City Park. Free shopping will be scheduled in 15-minute time slots from&nbsp;11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

FAD participants can return to the park at their scheduled time and take home up to five (5) furniture items at no cost. Items in a set, such as a table and chairs, only count as one item. No additional paperwork is needed.

Volunteers will begin pickup routes at&nbsp;7 a.m. Friday, August 1&nbsp;and will continue gathering and dropping off furniture throughout the day, so there always will be a fresh selection of goods available. Shoppers must be able to haul away any furniture they select.&nbsp;Delivery service is not available.

The deadline to request furniture pickup closed at&nbsp;5 p.m. Wednesday, July 23&nbsp;and will&nbsp;not&nbsp;be extended. For those who did not meet the deadline to request a furniture pickup, donations can still be dropped off at Miller Field in City Park from&nbsp;8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, August 1.

Acceptable donations include: Sofas; couches; desks; recliners; dressers; headboards; chairs; entertainment centers; and end, coffee, and kitchen tables.

Donations that will not be accepted include:&nbsp;FAD will not be accepting mattresses, dishwashers, pianos, grills, refrigerators, washers, dryers, televisions, monitors, computers, lamps, or other electronics.

Any furniture left unclaimed at&nbsp;4 p.m.&nbsp;on the day of the event will be open to the general public without registration. At&nbsp;4:30 p.m., the event will end. Any remaining pieces will be hauled away by staff and volunteers.

If weather prevents the event from taking place on August 1, it will be canceled.

It takes lots of help to make Furniture Amnesty Day happen. HandsOn K-State is organizing the volunteer effort again this year. Anyone interested in helping should contact HandsOn at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:handson@ksu.edu">handson@ksu.edu</a>. Volunteers can decide which 3-hour shift works best with their schedule. Drinks and snacks will be provided.

Manhattan’s annual Furniture Amnesty Day is hosted by the City of Manhattan, the Staley School of Leadership Studies at K-State, HandsOn K-State, and Konza United Way.

(MANHATTAN, Kan. – July 24, 2025)&nbsp;— This year’s&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=7104a66bf8&amp;e=8c33f27c6f">Furniture Amnesty Day</a>&nbsp;(FAD) event has been postponed by the City of Manhattan for one week, and it will now start at&nbsp;8 a.m. Friday, August 1&nbsp;in City Park.City officials announced that the event is being postponed due to a forecast of excessive rainfall (3 to 5 inches) overnight and continuing Friday, July 25, leading to possible flooding. A Flood Watch is in effect for the Manhattan area through Friday afternoon.“We appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding as we worked to make this postponement decision,” said Andrew Lawson, public information officer for the City. “Furniture Amnesty Day is a very complex event involving many community partners, so we needed to make a decision before the heaviest of the predicted rainfall came tonight. We urge everyone not to put out furniture tonight, and to contact us if you need to make alternate arrangements for leases that may be terminating within the next week that affect your donation.”FAD is a free community event that gives people the opportunity to donate or pick up used furniture at no cost. Anyone can participate. There are no income requirements or forms to fill out to choose from the donated items.Registration for furniture shopping begins at&nbsp;8 a.m. Aug. 1&nbsp;in City Park. Free shopping will be scheduled in 15-minute time slots from&nbsp;11 a.m. to 4 p.m.FAD participants can return to the park at their scheduled time and take home up to five (5) furniture items at no cost. Items in a set, such as a table and chairs, only count as one item. No additional paperwork is needed.Volunteers will begin pickup routes at&nbsp;7 a.m. Friday, August 1&nbsp;and will continue gathering and dropping off furniture throughout the day, so there always will be a fresh selection of goods available. Shoppers must be able to haul away any furniture they select.&nbsp;Delivery service is not available.The deadline to request furniture pickup closed at&nbsp;5 p.m. Wednesday, July 23&nbsp;and will&nbsp;not&nbsp;be extended. For those who did not meet the deadline to request a furniture pickup, donations can still be dropped off at Miller Field in City Park from&nbsp;8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, August 1.Acceptable donations include: Sofas; couches; desks; recliners; dressers; headboards; chairs; entertainment centers; and end, coffee, and kitchen tables.Donations that will not be accepted include:&nbsp;FAD will not be accepting mattresses, dishwashers, pianos, grills, refrigerators, washers, dryers, televisions, monitors, computers, lamps, or other electronics.Any furniture left unclaimed at&nbsp;4 p.m.&nbsp;on the day of the event will be open to the general public without registration. At&nbsp;4:30 p.m., the event will end. Any remaining pieces will be hauled away by staff and volunteers.If weather prevents the event from taking place on August 1, it will be canceled.It takes lots of help to make Furniture Amnesty Day happen. HandsOn K-State is organizing the volunteer effort again this year. Anyone interested in helping should contact HandsOn at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:handson@ksu.edu">handson@ksu.edu</a>. Volunteers can decide which 3-hour shift works best with their schedule. Drinks and snacks will be provided.Manhattan’s annual Furniture Amnesty Day is hosted by the City of Manhattan, the Staley School of Leadership Studies at K-State, HandsOn K-State, and Konza United Way.<figure>
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Furniture Amnesty Day postponed to Aug. 1

Join The Flint Hills Discovery Center for National Day of the Cowboy this Saturday,&nbsp; July 26, for an annual celebration of this national icon and the history and culture of the American West.

Participate in fun activities, including roping, wood block branding, wagon rides (from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.), Western-style photo ops, kids’ crafts and games, line dance demonstrations and lessons at 11 a.m., and more.

Regular admission rates apply. All activities are included with admission. Eligible Kansas families can use the Sunflower Summer app for free admission.

The first 300 kids in attendance will receive a bandana, courtesy of Vanderbilt’s and Ariat. Rainbow Ice will sell snow cones and Texas Roadhouse will be selling pulled pork sliders, right outside the Discovery Center!

Join The Flint Hills Discovery Center for National Day of the Cowboy this Saturday,&nbsp; July 26, for an annual celebration of this national icon and the history and culture of the American West.Participate in fun activities, including roping, wood block branding, wagon rides (from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.), Western-style photo ops, kids’ crafts and games, line dance demonstrations and lessons at 11 a.m., and more.Regular admission rates apply. All activities are included with admission. Eligible Kansas families can use the Sunflower Summer app for free admission.The first 300 kids in attendance will receive a bandana, courtesy of Vanderbilt’s and Ariat. Rainbow Ice will sell snow cones and Texas Roadhouse will be selling pulled pork sliders, right outside the Discovery Center!

National Day of the Cowboy event will be Saturday

The Geary County Food Pantry is already serving the public at their new location, but they will host a grand opening event on Saturday, July 26. The grand opening celebration will be from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.&nbsp;at their new location, 700A W. 7th Street in Junction City.

The Food Pantry held a soft opening earlier this year on May 29, while miscellaneous work around the facility was finished.

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Geary County Food Pantry to host a Grand Opening Celebration this Saturday

Call centers see uptick in reports of attempted scams

Kansas City, Mo. - July 24, 2025 – Evergy is warning customers to be vigilant after an increase in attempted scams this summer.

Scammers are becoming more deceptive thanks to technology, using everything from fake websites to cloned phone numbers to third-party payment apps and more to rip off Evergy customers.

Here are some&nbsp;signs of common scams and ways consumers can protect themselves:

Evergy customers can report a scam through&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.b00YhNV2Nr0-2BaZn7eVNAda-2FgiVbCJSC3Ip4bi7CemSEaL555qeWcxDqaeencMbJrou1Z_6n4-2BiDMUzpddSZX1Wt-2FWUJw49AQHSmsMB-2FCEltLGfW-2FgxXViF68B5RuuPoTByQpAbUylFj0p0kZpAbY3WvQgwDzUXB7D3Y-2BBPYx-2FG6ERHgNP24ff5rVEHYtaMUEcAv0-2Fv7xnWtw2RCuP5uWRb6UnVSBAYQcR0K4xWS1swVaoHGKlS9glNZ2jJAaMrXjmbIC-2FAZFhJhPU7oEra8tl13b5DBkfCXyQDwe2JLZFX5fAElZSAyx9xIgHXGw-2Fosin2AuKdEoc917CKahqLSVe8FtJ4oog73I0MasJYd4Jv-2BTxKLpNlHRh0T38ni-2FctEnzMslhym8d-2FBNL16CsAzwE-2BGFrIvfuvZQpt6aKvagOFqxrP4A-3D">Evergy’s online collection scam form</a>. Customers will need to provide their account number or primary phone number. The form also requires the scammers’ callback number, not the number that appears on their caller ID. Evergy can then work with phone carriers to shut down the fake callback number.

Customers should also contact local law enforcement to report the crime. Those who are not customers and were contacted by someone claiming to be Evergy can report the scam by calling our customer service center.

Evergy releaseCall centers see uptick in reports of attempted scamsKansas City, Mo. - July 24, 2025 – Evergy is warning customers to be vigilant after an increase in attempted scams this summer.Scammers are becoming more deceptive thanks to technology, using everything from fake websites to cloned phone numbers to third-party payment apps and more to rip off Evergy customers.Here are some&nbsp;signs of common scams and ways consumers can protect themselves:<ul>
 <li>Fake Websites&nbsp;- Watch for fraudulent websites that look like Evergy’s. Always ensure you are paying your directly bill through the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.b00YhNV2Nr0-2BaZn7eVNAdQlBpUYed-2Fv-2BawITrcXpVUY-3DInfy_6n4-2BiDMUzpddSZX1Wt-2FWUJw49AQHSmsMB-2FCEltLGfW-2FgxXViF68B5RuuPoTByQpAbUylFj0p0kZpAbY3WvQgwDzUXB7D3Y-2BBPYx-2FG6ERHgNP24ff5rVEHYtaMUEcAv0-2Fv7xnWtw2RCuP5uWRb6UnVSBAYQcR0K4xWS1swVaoHGKlS9glNZ2jJAaMrXjmbIC-2FAZFhJhPU7oEra8tl13b5DKNyCJowwca-2F5gRtiwiEyyUEMSAJL0mVMypc-2Fn1YzjFrpxiMFfUsLTTtZxmZVf-2FqV6zBV9Ol09tAZ7n3Zee6qzZhgOp-2BHj-2BZ05HvCs5QguDyZSqKCU369SWZT65xxCStCYVPBPi1Hq3GJwbzc2gJjZY-3D">Evergy website at evergy.com.</a></li><li>Fake Caller ID Displays&nbsp;- Never give out personal/financial information over the phone if you’re unsure who you are speaking to. You can verify account information online or by calling the Evergy&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.gqh-2BaxUzlo7XKIuSly0rC-2B2PJApc7cJkaegK2weGFjNhIoBKWBVdrZvDPga-2FBkdDpn2F_6n4-2BiDMUzpddSZX1Wt-2FWUJw49AQHSmsMB-2FCEltLGfW-2FgxXViF68B5RuuPoTByQpAbUylFj0p0kZpAbY3WvQgwDzUXB7D3Y-2BBPYx-2FG6ERHgNP24ff5rVEHYtaMUEcAv0-2Fv7xnWtw2RCuP5uWRb6UnVSBAYQcR0K4xWS1swVaoHGKlS9glNZ2jJAaMrXjmbIC-2FAZFhJhPU7oEra8tl13b5DNUIXnNd-2FD6uC7Wk4Dk1ih-2F5nCmqXmJTLHMrCwVsbgJhKKxlbElil48yALAa-2FPQEiRI4ezI4as-2F8nG3wQoDpPqm-2FuLvHtIdUiADm3oRSq4CNHXQwQVuQ0GQGbjA2UvSaqoP-2FlgYIOyp6OxXNBFiAYU4-3D">Customer Contact Center</a>&nbsp;(in the Evergy Metro and Evergy Missouri West area at 1-888-471-5275; in Evergy Kansas Central at 1-800-383-1183).</li><li>Disconnection Threats&nbsp;- Beware of threats of disconnecting utility service if you don’t provide immediate payment, especially during hot weather. Scammers will often claim Evergy will disconnect within an hour. Evergy will not shut off service without multiple notifications prior to disconnection.</li><li>Gift cards and third-party payment apps&nbsp;- Evergy will never call or send someone to a residence or business asking customers to pay via third-party payment apps like Cash App, Venmo, or Zelle. Evergy also won’t ask customers to pay with gift cards.</li><li>In-person impersonators&nbsp;– Verify the person is with Evergy by asking to see company identification or by calling the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.gqh-2BaxUzlo7XKIuSly0rC-2B2PJApc7cJkaegK2weGFjNhIoBKWBVdrZvDPga-2FBkdDBE_1_6n4-2BiDMUzpddSZX1Wt-2FWUJw49AQHSmsMB-2FCEltLGfW-2FgxXViF68B5RuuPoTByQpAbUylFj0p0kZpAbY3WvQgwDzUXB7D3Y-2BBPYx-2FG6ERHgNP24ff5rVEHYtaMUEcAv0-2Fv7xnWtw2RCuP5uWRb6UnVSBAYQcR0K4xWS1swVaoHGKlS9glNZ2jJAaMrXjmbIC-2FAZFhJhPU7oEra8tl13b5DLL-2F2gDzewtWWay1kvYg3QLOyrve-2BQFMbGl2kqM-2BXXxpOrchCUsa437ngySmRumQuB9iQfLBI55-2Fj0T4Zni30MHbcgPuv463MpAlqcmxXrkmT5xe-2FCgMcDpIgrLO3jzjNQHpnutQvrxd2ERERqx6c10-3D">Customer Contact Center</a>&nbsp;before giving out any personal information (credit card, debit card, Social Security, Evergy account number, checking or savings account numbers). Evergy workers will also be wearing Evergy-branded clothing and driving a clearly labeled company vehicle. Contractors working on behalf of Evergy should not be contacting customers asking for customer information. The only customer contact that Evergy contractors should have is a courtesy door-knock to alert customers they will be working on their property.</li><li>Offering a discount&nbsp;– Scammers may claim that by giving them a credit card number or other form of payment they can give a discount on an electricity bill. As a regulated utility, Evergy can only offer approved prices and programs that are&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.gqh-2BaxUzlo7XKIuSly0rCxOv-2FoIgfxP6X62eWuIWh18Azj9tkF0c1pDfi-2FdsieVY2o78PJ60XKxBeI35RJXaW3H29qWunPvOgO6J-2B3F1Vrg-3Dw0FD_6n4-2BiDMUzpddSZX1Wt-2FWUJw49AQHSmsMB-2FCEltLGfW-2FgxXViF68B5RuuPoTByQpAbUylFj0p0kZpAbY3WvQgwDzUXB7D3Y-2BBPYx-2FG6ERHgNP24ff5rVEHYtaMUEcAv0-2Fv7xnWtw2RCuP5uWRb6UnVSBAYQcR0K4xWS1swVaoHGKlS9glNZ2jJAaMrXjmbIC-2FAZFhJhPU7oEra8tl13b5DMAdR1gvF9f5wCNBmlPWLzcY9gdOr-2Fv5yWkndAXEYsNE49V1haenxfJRQLlSH7L-2Bpr9HXzTkT9J1dYeM9p20wk-2B6PO3qI27gBdb4MVm9SooQ-2Fggr2CwSZXjZq0JoMAlhM3lAZqkA-2BMV1gsZQJAhxWkU-3D">available on our website</a>.</li>
 </ul>Report a scam to Evergy:Evergy customers can report a scam through&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.b00YhNV2Nr0-2BaZn7eVNAda-2FgiVbCJSC3Ip4bi7CemSEaL555qeWcxDqaeencMbJrou1Z_6n4-2BiDMUzpddSZX1Wt-2FWUJw49AQHSmsMB-2FCEltLGfW-2FgxXViF68B5RuuPoTByQpAbUylFj0p0kZpAbY3WvQgwDzUXB7D3Y-2BBPYx-2FG6ERHgNP24ff5rVEHYtaMUEcAv0-2Fv7xnWtw2RCuP5uWRb6UnVSBAYQcR0K4xWS1swVaoHGKlS9glNZ2jJAaMrXjmbIC-2FAZFhJhPU7oEra8tl13b5DBkfCXyQDwe2JLZFX5fAElZSAyx9xIgHXGw-2Fosin2AuKdEoc917CKahqLSVe8FtJ4oog73I0MasJYd4Jv-2BTxKLpNlHRh0T38ni-2FctEnzMslhym8d-2FBNL16CsAzwE-2BGFrIvfuvZQpt6aKvagOFqxrP4A-3D">Evergy’s online collection scam form</a>. Customers will need to provide their account number or primary phone number. The form also requires the scammers’ callback number, not the number that appears on their caller ID. Evergy can then work with phone carriers to shut down the fake callback number.Customers should also contact local law enforcement to report the crime. Those who are not customers and were contacted by someone claiming to be Evergy can report the scam by calling our customer service center.

Evergy urges customers to watch out for scammers this summer

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

Just before 11a.m. Wednesday, officers filed a report for criminal damage to property in the 700 block of Poyntz Avenue in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

&nbsp;Landmark Bank reported an unknown suspect damaged the door to the ATM check/cash drop. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $600. 

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 </figure>RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement are investigating alleged criminal damage at a bank in Manhattan.Just before 11a.m. Wednesday, officers filed a report for criminal damage to property in the 700 block of Poyntz Avenue in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.&nbsp;Landmark Bank reported an unknown suspect damaged the door to the ATM check/cash drop. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $600. Anyone with information, contact RCPD or the Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward up to $1,000.

RCPD: Suspect damaged ATM check/cash drop at local bank

An early morning thunderstorm greeted Junction City on Thursday.

Geary County Emergency Management passed along information from the National Weather Service.

Thunderstorm Outlook Today and Tonight Marginal Risk for Damaging Winds and Heavy Rains

Thunderstorms could develop along a slow moving front today into tonight and produce excessive rainfall of 2 to 4 inches in a short period of time with isolated higher amounts possible. Storms could form quickly and then collapse causing damaging winds.

Damaging wind gusts around 60 MPH this afternoon and evening until around 9 PM.

●CONFIDENCE: Confidence in storms developing is medium to high. The main uncertainty is the location of the boundary and where thunderstorms develop.&nbsp; 

Heavy Rain Outlook for Today into Friday Morning Rain Amounts of 2 to 4 Inches Possible

The chance for more than 3 inches of rain is between 15-50% for any given location.

&nbsp;Flash flooding from excessive rainfall could lead to quick rises on streams.Water ponding on roads would making travel difficult. Poor drainage areas in cities can quickly become overwhelmed from the rain.● 

TIMING: Heavy rain is possible today through Friday, though is most likely this afternoon into tonight.

An early morning thunderstorm greeted Junction City on Thursday.Geary County Emergency Management passed along information from the National Weather Service.Thunderstorm Outlook Today and Tonight Marginal Risk for Damaging Winds and Heavy RainsThunderstorms could develop along a slow moving front today into tonight and produce excessive rainfall of 2 to 4 inches in a short period of time with isolated higher amounts possible. Storms could form quickly and then collapse causing damaging winds.Damaging wind gusts around 60 MPH this afternoon and evening until around 9 PM.●CONFIDENCE: Confidence in storms developing is medium to high. The main uncertainty is the location of the boundary and where thunderstorms develop.&nbsp; Heavy Rain Outlook for Today into Friday Morning Rain Amounts of 2 to 4 Inches PossibleThe chance for more than 3 inches of rain is between 15-50% for any given location.&nbsp;Flash flooding from excessive rainfall could lead to quick rises on streams.Water ponding on roads would making travel difficult. Poor drainage areas in cities can quickly become overwhelmed from the rain.● TIMING: Heavy rain is possible today through Friday, though is most likely this afternoon into tonight.

Rain chances for Thursday

The Kansas Department of Agriculture Division of Animal Health has been notified of two separate events in which horses in Kansas have tested positive for reportable diseases. The agency has responded to both incidents according to the state’s disease response plan.

In mid-July KDA was notified by the National Veterinary Services Laboratory that a horse in Sedgwick County has tested positive for Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA). The facility and all horses on the premises were placed under quarantine until further testing of all exposed horses was completed. Preliminary results indicate that there are additional horses testing positive. EIA is an untreatable disease and response actions are being made accordingly. The remaining horses at the facility that tested negative will be observed and retested in 60 days. The positive symptomatic horse did die from complications associated with EIA.

KDA has identified a prescribed surveillance area within one-quarter mile of the affected premises and is working with local officials and horse owners to identify any other horses that may have been within that surveillance area.

EIA does not affect people, but it can spread to horses, mules and donkeys. The virus can be transmitted from an infected equine to a “clean” equine by biting flies, the use of unsterilized or contaminated medical instruments, or through a blood transfusion. Clinical signs of EIA include fever, anemia and edema; however, affected horses may not show symptoms. EIA can be fatal in horses. All infected horses, including those which are asymptomatic, are carriers of the disease.

There are typically a small number of cases of EIA in the United States every year, although the disease is common in other parts of the world. EIA is controlled in the U.S. by regular testing before traveling across state lines and/or exhibition. The test for EIA is commonly called a Coggins test. This spring, KDA expanded regulations to require a negative Coggins test be completed within the previous 12 months for horses that are changing ownership or are used for exhibition purposes. These regulations are in addition to the previous requirement of a negative Coggins test for horses entering Kansas.

The Kansas Department of Agriculture Division of Animal Health has received notification of a confirmed case of West Nile virus (WNV) in a horse in Harper County.

WNV is a virus that can infect humans, horses, birds and other species. Horses infected with WNV can have symptoms that range from depression, loss of appetite and fever to severe neurologic signs such as incoordination, weakness, inability to rise, and hypersensitivity to touch or sound. WNV can be fatal in horses. If you see symptoms of WNV in your horse, contact your veterinarian immediately.

WNV is a preventable disease, with annual vaccinations that have proven highly effective. The infected animal was not current with its vaccinations, but is responding favorably to treatment. All horse owners should consult with their local veterinarians and make a vaccination plan for their horses.

The virus is carried and transmitted by mosquitoes; although both horses and humans are susceptible, it is not directly contagious from horse to horse or from horse to human. Horse owners should work diligently to reduce the mosquito populations and their possible breeding areas, including removing stagnant water sources and using mosquito repellents. WNV is a reportable disease in Kansas, which means the law requires any confirmed case must be reported to the KDA Division of Animal Health.

For more information about EIA, WNV, or other animal disease issues in Kansas, go to the KDA–DAH website at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.agriculture.ks.gov%2Fdivisions-programs%2Fdivision-of-animal-health%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/010001983955fa97-1b865264-392c-4461-995a-551d9b68f9b2-000000/BHWPhJVwNuQPKTougYeXc0VwH8-Dro4HX4jB74lzWRA=415">agriculture.ks.gov/AnimalHealth</a>.

If you have questions, please call KDA–DAH at (785) 564-6601.

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 </figure>Kansas Department of AgricultureThe Kansas Department of Agriculture Division of Animal Health has been notified of two separate events in which horses in Kansas have tested positive for reportable diseases. The agency has responded to both incidents according to the state’s disease response plan.<h2>Equine Infectious Anemia</h2>In mid-July KDA was notified by the National Veterinary Services Laboratory that a horse in Sedgwick County has tested positive for Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA). The facility and all horses on the premises were placed under quarantine until further testing of all exposed horses was completed. Preliminary results indicate that there are additional horses testing positive. EIA is an untreatable disease and response actions are being made accordingly. The remaining horses at the facility that tested negative will be observed and retested in 60 days. The positive symptomatic horse did die from complications associated with EIA.KDA has identified a prescribed surveillance area within one-quarter mile of the affected premises and is working with local officials and horse owners to identify any other horses that may have been within that surveillance area.EIA does not affect people, but it can spread to horses, mules and donkeys. The virus can be transmitted from an infected equine to a “clean” equine by biting flies, the use of unsterilized or contaminated medical instruments, or through a blood transfusion. Clinical signs of EIA include fever, anemia and edema; however, affected horses may not show symptoms. EIA can be fatal in horses. All infected horses, including those which are asymptomatic, are carriers of the disease.There are typically a small number of cases of EIA in the United States every year, although the disease is common in other parts of the world. EIA is controlled in the U.S. by regular testing before traveling across state lines and/or exhibition. The test for EIA is commonly called a Coggins test. This spring, KDA expanded regulations to require a negative Coggins test be completed within the previous 12 months for horses that are changing ownership or are used for exhibition purposes. These regulations are in addition to the previous requirement of a negative Coggins test for horses entering Kansas.<h2>West Nile Virus</h2>The Kansas Department of Agriculture Division of Animal Health has received notification of a confirmed case of West Nile virus (WNV) in a horse in Harper County.WNV is a virus that can infect humans, horses, birds and other species. Horses infected with WNV can have symptoms that range from depression, loss of appetite and fever to severe neurologic signs such as incoordination, weakness, inability to rise, and hypersensitivity to touch or sound. WNV can be fatal in horses. If you see symptoms of WNV in your horse, contact your veterinarian immediately.WNV is a preventable disease, with annual vaccinations that have proven highly effective. The infected animal was not current with its vaccinations, but is responding favorably to treatment. All horse owners should consult with their local veterinarians and make a vaccination plan for their horses.The virus is carried and transmitted by mosquitoes; although both horses and humans are susceptible, it is not directly contagious from horse to horse or from horse to human. Horse owners should work diligently to reduce the mosquito populations and their possible breeding areas, including removing stagnant water sources and using mosquito repellents. WNV is a reportable disease in Kansas, which means the law requires any confirmed case must be reported to the KDA Division of Animal Health.For more information about EIA, WNV, or other animal disease issues in Kansas, go to the KDA–DAH website at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.agriculture.ks.gov%2Fdivisions-programs%2Fdivision-of-animal-health%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/010001983955fa97-1b865264-392c-4461-995a-551d9b68f9b2-000000/BHWPhJVwNuQPKTougYeXc0VwH8-Dro4HX4jB74lzWRA=415">agriculture.ks.gov/AnimalHealth</a>.If you have questions, please call KDA–DAH at (785) 564-6601.

KDA Alert: Horses tested positive for anemia, West Nile virus

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.<figure>
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Riley County Arrest Report July 24

All 4-H livestock are being accepted for the Riley County Fair on Thursday.

The 4-H Bake Sale continues at Pottorf Hall at 8 a.m. The judging of the open class Shpherd's Lead and 4-H Sheep exhibits is scheduled at 7 p.m. at Hurlburt Arena.

The WEEE Entertainment Carnival will run from 6-10 p.m. and the Kaw valley Rodeo is set for 8 p.m.

All 4-H livestock are being accepted for the Riley County Fair on Thursday.The 4-H Bake Sale continues at Pottorf Hall at 8 a.m. The judging of the open class Shpherd's Lead and 4-H Sheep exhibits is scheduled at 7 p.m. at Hurlburt Arena.The WEEE Entertainment Carnival will run from 6-10 p.m. and the Kaw valley Rodeo is set for 8 p.m.

Riley County Fair activities

There were 1,532,606 visitors to Manhattan since Jan. 1 of this year. That fact was contained in a Visit Manhattan report to the city commission Tuesday. Visit Manhattan Director Marcia Rozell reported that hotel revenue totaled $15.7 million in 2024.

According to a study sporting events continue to be a strong driver for tourism in Manhattan. Regional competition is intense and the geographic location is a challenge.

Stakeholder engagement by possibly creating an advisory board and enhanced sports marketing effort were recommendations.&nbsp;

Development of a new multi-use faculity, enhancement of existing use facilities and creation of a master facility plan were ideas suggested from the Huddle Up Group.

There were 1,532,606 visitors to Manhattan since Jan. 1 of this year. That fact was contained in a Visit Manhattan report to the city commission Tuesday. Visit Manhattan Director Marcia Rozell reported that hotel revenue totaled $15.7 million in 2024.According to a study sporting events continue to be a strong driver for tourism in Manhattan. Regional competition is intense and the geographic location is a challenge.Stakeholder engagement by possibly creating an advisory board and enhanced sports marketing effort were recommendations.&nbsp;Development of a new multi-use faculity, enhancement of existing use facilities and creation of a master facility plan were ideas suggested from the Huddle Up Group.

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