Join Catie and Becky as they talk with Jacob Sanderson, a local artist who paints pets and has the goal of getting out and painting more people throughout the Manhattan community this year. He also discusses his experience dealing with various mental health situations.

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🎙: Little Apple Bites: A Palette Full of Colors

CLOSINGS and DELAYS reported for January 19th, 2024

Manhattan Area Agency on Aging - NO Friendship Meal deliveries, however, plan to be open normal operating hours with noon meal served in person.

USD 329 Wabaunsee County&nbsp;- TWO HOUR DELAY

*This list will be updated as information is released or submitted to Little Apple Post.

<a href="https://littleapplepost.com/posts/218b3bab-a265-466c-8167-589f5a2b7e14">Closing and delay information can be submitted here</a>.

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CLOSINGS/DELAYS: FRIDAY Jan. 19th

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post

MANHATTAN - On Saturday, January 20th, the Flint Hills Discovery Center will open its latest temporary exhibit.

Thomas Edison’s Secret Lab™ is inspired by the works of Thomas Edison to engage kids in science, technology, engineering and math(STEM) to learn through hands-on experiences.

Kids can experiment with electricity, magnetism, optics, sound waves and air pressure and the laws of physics which shape the world around us.

There are six simple machines which are designed to make owrk easier, including levers, inclined planes, pulleys screws, wedges and wheel &amp; axle.

There will also be ways to learn basic coding using no-tech, low-tech and high tech use of technology as a tool.

There will be natural and human-made substances to learn more about the properties and investigate material science.

An air cannon, virtual reality portal, plasma ball and many other hands-on activities are included in the exhibit.

“The exhibit does an amazing job of showing kids just how a few creative individuals, like Thomas Edison, can completely change how we live our lives.” said Stephen Bridenstine, FHDC Assistant Director, “By making science learning a fun hands-on experience, Thomas Edison’s Secret Lab will inspire the next generation of innovators who will shape our very future.”

Thomas Edison’s Secret Lab™&nbsp;is on exhibit January 20 through May 5.&nbsp;Thank you to our sponsors,&nbsp;the Flint Hills Discovery Center Foundation and Orazem and Scalora Engineering, P.A.,&nbsp;for helping bring this exhibit to Manhattan. Learn more at&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=35887a490c&amp;e=ae94a9aa01" target="_blank">www.flinthillsdiscovery.org/edison</a>.

*Thomas Edison’s Secret Lab™ Traveling Exhibit was created by the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum in collaboration with Genius Brands International TM &amp; © 2023 Genius Brands International, Inc. All rights reserved.

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - On Saturday, January 20th, the Flint Hills Discovery Center will open its latest temporary exhibit.Thomas Edison’s Secret Lab™ is inspired by the works of Thomas Edison to engage kids in science, technology, engineering and math(STEM) to learn through hands-on experiences.Kids can experiment with electricity, magnetism, optics, sound waves and air pressure and the laws of physics which shape the world around us.There are six simple machines which are designed to make owrk easier, including levers, inclined planes, pulleys screws, wedges and wheel &amp; axle.There will also be ways to learn basic coding using no-tech, low-tech and high tech use of technology as a tool.There will be natural and human-made substances to learn more about the properties and investigate material science.An air cannon, virtual reality portal, plasma ball and many other hands-on activities are included in the exhibit.“The exhibit does an amazing job of showing kids just how a few creative individuals, like Thomas Edison, can completely change how we live our lives.” said Stephen Bridenstine, FHDC Assistant Director, “By making science learning a fun hands-on experience, Thomas Edison’s Secret Lab will inspire the next generation of innovators who will shape our very future.”Thomas Edison’s Secret Lab™&nbsp;is on exhibit January 20 through May 5.&nbsp;Thank you to our sponsors,&nbsp;the Flint Hills Discovery Center Foundation and Orazem and Scalora Engineering, P.A.,&nbsp;for helping bring this exhibit to Manhattan. Learn more at&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=35887a490c&amp;e=ae94a9aa01" target="_blank">www.flinthillsdiscovery.org/edison</a>.*Thomas Edison’s Secret Lab™ Traveling Exhibit was created by the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum in collaboration with Genius Brands International TM &amp; © 2023 Genius Brands International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Thomas Edison's Secret Lab is coming to the Flint Hills Discovery Center

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;

MOSE EDWARD ALLEN, 58, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $3,000

NATHAN CHRISTOPHER REEVES, 38, Manhattan, Traf contraband in corr/care fac; Unauthorized poss of item at facility; Bond $3,500

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;MOSE EDWARD ALLEN, 58, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $3,000NATHAN CHRISTOPHER REEVES, 38, Manhattan, Traf contraband in corr/care fac; Unauthorized poss of item at facility; Bond $3,500

Riley County Arrest Report Jan. 18

RILEY COUNTY - The Riley County Police Department Director Brian Peete will host a series of Town Hall Meetings to discuss his Crime Reduction Plan.

Peete's Crime Reduction Plan is intended to strengthen safety across the community.

Town Hall Meetings will be held: -January 29th - Riley City Hall Commission meeting area -January 30th - Manhattan City Hall Peace Auditorium -January 31st - Ogden Community Center

The Town Hall meetings will start at 6:00 pm and are open to the public. These one-hour discussions are intended for public input on how to strengthen community safety.

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostRILEY COUNTY - The Riley County Police Department Director Brian Peete will host a series of Town Hall Meetings to discuss his Crime Reduction Plan.Peete's Crime Reduction Plan is intended to strengthen safety across the community.Town Hall Meetings will be held: -January 29th - Riley City Hall Commission meeting area -January 30th - Manhattan City Hall Peace Auditorium -January 31st - Ogden Community CenterThe Town Hall meetings will start at 6:00 pm and are open to the public. These one-hour discussions are intended for public input on how to strengthen community safety.

RCPD Director Peete to host Town Hall meetings to discuss Crime Reduction

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post&nbsp;

MANHATTAN - Students from Manhattan High School's Civic Engagement Club hosted a community conversation on Monday about food insecurity in Riley County.

Community leaders and students split into sub-groups to discuss ways to combat the food insecurity within the Manhattan community.&nbsp;

The discussion included how to ensure people have access to the food they need, improving access to nutritious food, and how to be good stewards of the food system.

Discussion of how to avoid food waste, find solutions to eliminate food deserts. Food deserts are areas where access to grocery stores is limited without having access to transportation.

"Hearing insight from all these different organizations allowed us to come up with a bunch of different action plans that we will try and implement within the community based off of these discussions. I would say that change is possible through collaboration. We have all the resources here in Riley County to combat food insecurity. We just need to make sure that everyone collaborates and extends those partnerships so that one day we can live in a county where food insecurity is a problem for a lot of our population." MHS Civic Engagement Club, co-president, Raisa Hossaim says.

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post&nbsp;MANHATTAN - Students from Manhattan High School's Civic Engagement Club hosted a community conversation on Monday about food insecurity in Riley County.Community leaders and students split into sub-groups to discuss ways to combat the food insecurity within the Manhattan community.&nbsp;The discussion included how to ensure people have access to the food they need, improving access to nutritious food, and how to be good stewards of the food system.Discussion of how to avoid food waste, find solutions to eliminate food deserts. Food deserts are areas where access to grocery stores is limited without having access to transportation."Hearing insight from all these different organizations allowed us to come up with a bunch of different action plans that we will try and implement within the community based off of these discussions. I would say that change is possible through collaboration. We have all the resources here in Riley County to combat food insecurity. We just need to make sure that everyone collaborates and extends those partnerships so that one day we can live in a county where food insecurity is a problem for a lot of our population." MHS Civic Engagement Club, co-president, Raisa Hossaim says.<div><div style="position:relative;overflow:hidden;padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/PzZMJYse-60zMcgvZ.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="Mhs Civic Engagement" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div>

MHS 'Civic Engagement Club' hosts community conversation on food insecurity

TOPEKA, Kan. — According to a social media post from Kansas State Rep. Paul Waggoner, the Republican tax package is due on the floor this week at the statehouse. 

An advocate for small businesses in Topeka, Dan Murray with NFIB's Kansas chapter, talked to Hutch Post earlier this week about the importance of tax relief to small business owners.

"We know that property taxes are the most reviled of the taxes that we have," Murray said. "Certainly, we'd love to see some of that taken care of. The Governor, in her tax proposal, calls for what the state can do, in terms of property tax reform. We do collect 20 mills for school funding. The first $40,000 of that is exempt, so the first $40,000 of valuations for residential properties are exempt. Her proposal calls for up to the first $100,000 to be exempt. I think that's something we could embrace and look towards. Most small business owners file at the individual level."

Waggoner said the proposal includes

a 5.25% flat rate on all income.  The current proposal does address property tax relief (through raising to $80,000 from $40,000 the property value threshold) and ending the food sales tax on June 30th. This would be over $500 million in tax relief, as proposed.

<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;

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostTOPEKA, Kan. — According to a social media post from Kansas State Rep. Paul Waggoner, the Republican tax package is due on the floor this week at the statehouse. An advocate for small businesses in Topeka, Dan Murray with NFIB's Kansas chapter, talked to Hutch Post earlier this week about the importance of tax relief to small business owners."We know that property taxes are the most reviled of the taxes that we have," Murray said. "Certainly, we'd love to see some of that taken care of. The Governor, in her tax proposal, calls for what the state can do, in terms of property tax reform. We do collect 20 mills for school funding. The first $40,000 of that is exempt, so the first $40,000 of valuations for residential properties are exempt. Her proposal calls for up to the first $100,000 to be exempt. I think that's something we could embrace and look towards. Most small business owners file at the individual level."Waggoner said the proposal includes

a 5.25% flat rate on all income. The current proposal does address property tax relief (through raising to $80,000 from $40,000 the property value threshold) and ending the food sales tax on June 30th. This would be over $500 million in tax relief, as proposed.<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;

Republican tax package on floor this week

BILLY DON HILL, 69, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

MARIO RODRIQUEZ HILLIARD, 41, Oakland, TN, Driving while suspended; 2nd or subsquent conviction; Bond $1,500

ELI JOSEPH SMITH, 20, St. George, Probation Violation; Bond $5,000

FERNANDO JOSE GARCIA VELASQUEZ, 32, Failure to appear; Bond $1,000

CURTIS JAMES COLLEY, JR, 39, Grandview Plaza, Distribute marijuana; 25 - &lt;450 grams; Possession of para w/intent to manufacture/plant/cultivate controlled substance; Distribute opiate/opium/narcotic/stimulant/heroin; Dosage 10 - &lt; 100 units; Possession of substance in KSA 65-4105(h); Bond $10,000

GRACE ELIZABETH DUTCH, 20, Manhattan, Aggravated battery; DUI causing great bodily harm/disfigurement; Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $15,000

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;BILLY DON HILL, 69, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750MARIO RODRIQUEZ HILLIARD, 41, Oakland, TN, Driving while suspended; 2nd or subsquent conviction; Bond $1,500ELI JOSEPH SMITH, 20, St. George, Probation Violation; Bond $5,000FERNANDO JOSE GARCIA VELASQUEZ, 32, Failure to appear; Bond $1,000CURTIS JAMES COLLEY, JR, 39, Grandview Plaza, Distribute marijuana; 25 - &lt;450 grams; Possession of para w/intent to manufacture/plant/cultivate controlled substance; Distribute opiate/opium/narcotic/stimulant/heroin; Dosage 10 - &lt; 100 units; Possession of substance in KSA 65-4105(h); Bond $10,000GRACE ELIZABETH DUTCH, 20, Manhattan, Aggravated battery; DUI causing great bodily harm/disfigurement; Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $15,000

Riley County Arrest Report Jan. 17

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

Just before 4p.m. Tuesday, officers filed a report for theft in the 8200 block of South Port Drive in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

A 72-year-old man reported an unknown suspect stole his wallet he had accidentally left behind on a counter. 

The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $800. 

Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a>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 4p.m. Tuesday, officers filed a report for theft in the 8200 block of South Port Drive in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.A 72-year-old man reported an unknown suspect stole his wallet he had accidentally left behind on a counter. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $800. Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a>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: Man lost $800 when his wallet was stolen

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas felon on new allegations after an arrest.

Just before noon Tuesday, police arrested 39-year-old Curtis Colley, Jr., of Grandview Plaza in the 1000 block of South Seth Child Road in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

 Colley was arrested on a Riley County District Court warrant for distribution of marijuana, possession of paraphernalia with the intent to manufacture/plant/cultivate a controlled substance, distribution of opiate/opium/narcotic/stimulant/heroin, and possession. Colley remains jailed on a bond of $10,000.

He has previous convictions for criminal threat, aggravated burglary, aggravated intimidation of a witness, and for drugs and for arranging sale/purchase using communication facility, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections.

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RCPD: Kansas felon accused of selling marijuana

MANHATTAN— K-State has been experiencing a disruption to certain network systems, including VPN, K-State Today emails, and videos on Canvas, or Mediasite, according to a statement from the university.

Upon detection, university IT took immediate steps to investigate the disruption, isolating the areas of concern. The university confirmed Tuesday evening that these disruptions are the result of a recent cybersecurity incident.

The impacted systems were taken offline and will remain offline for the immediate future as the investigation continues. This will also include select shared drives and printers, as well as university listservs.&nbsp;

"Our top priority is to address this issue promptly and efficiently, as we understand the importance of maintaining business and academic continuity during this time. We will keep you informed as the investigation continues to ensure your engagement with the university is uninterrupted."

"Please rest assured that we are dedicating significant resources to bring involved systems back online quickly and safely. Additionally, we have engaged third-party IT forensic experts to assist us in the ongoing investigation efforts."

"During this time, it is critical that we all remain diligent and follow&nbsp;<a href="https://www.k-state.edu/it/cybersecurity/cybersecurity-awareness/">cybersecurity best practices and trainings</a>. If you notice anything suspicious as you engage with university technology, students should reach out to the IT help desk. Faculty and staff should reach out to their departmental IT points of contact."&nbsp;

"University leaders are arranging meetings with departmental contacts around business processes and operations that may be impacted to ensure continuity. If you have any questions, please refer those to your Dean or Vice President."

"Interim Provost Mercer has issued guidance to academic deans to share with their department heads and faculty regarding academic continuity, including sharing alternative&nbsp;<a href="https://www.k-state.edu/tlc/teaching_resources/video_resources.html">video resources</a>&nbsp;given the disruption to Mediasite. "

The university will continue to communications at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.k-state.edu/update">k-state.edu/update</a>. The university will not be able to share information that could compromise that investigation.&nbsp;

MANHATTAN— K-State has been experiencing a disruption to certain network systems, including VPN, K-State Today emails, and videos on Canvas, or Mediasite, according to a statement from the university.Upon detection, university IT took immediate steps to investigate the disruption, isolating the areas of concern. The university confirmed Tuesday evening that these disruptions are the result of a recent cybersecurity incident.The impacted systems were taken offline and will remain offline for the immediate future as the investigation continues. This will also include select shared drives and printers, as well as university listservs.&nbsp;"Our top priority is to address this issue promptly and efficiently, as we understand the importance of maintaining business and academic continuity during this time. We will keep you informed as the investigation continues to ensure your engagement with the university is uninterrupted.""Please rest assured that we are dedicating significant resources to bring involved systems back online quickly and safely. Additionally, we have engaged third-party IT forensic experts to assist us in the ongoing investigation efforts." "During this time, it is critical that we all remain diligent and follow&nbsp;<a href="https://www.k-state.edu/it/cybersecurity/cybersecurity-awareness/">cybersecurity best practices and trainings</a>. If you notice anything suspicious as you engage with university technology, students should reach out to the IT help desk. Faculty and staff should reach out to their departmental IT points of contact."&nbsp;"University leaders are arranging meetings with departmental contacts around business processes and operations that may be impacted to ensure continuity. If you have any questions, please refer those to your Dean or Vice President.""Interim Provost Mercer has issued guidance to academic deans to share with their department heads and faculty regarding academic continuity, including sharing alternative&nbsp;<a href="https://www.k-state.edu/tlc/teaching_resources/video_resources.html">video resources</a>&nbsp;given the disruption to Mediasite. "The university will continue to communications at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.k-state.edu/update">k-state.edu/update</a>. The university will not be able to share information that could compromise that investigation.&nbsp;

Kansas State University working to correct cybersecurity incident

MANHATTAN —The Manhattan fire department shared some good news Tuesday. According to a social media report from the fire department, "Thanks to Kansas State University Police Department for being a good sport."

"Huge shoutout to the true superheroes of the night, the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/manhattanfiredepartment?__cft__[0]=AZUfWQuN2Vq7z23eLgk8vwqiC8EC4gShbhtKXp0j-JN8dLVDR3MtE53e_w9MOXLem2w2EvIr3Zch3zNW3hghsRClcJYQmDy1nNTlmGd2mTRbA03PFkxfQBOZPmU-1a9D0tce0vlmYaBf6mThE5yAtVxbatLCf8khoLE3nnkXDKs7Ll1ktwVxzxbJoYTdPxbUJYI&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Manhattan Fire Department</a>," The Kansas State University Police wrote on their social media page.

"Ensuring the scene's safety, our second responders stepped in for assistance.&nbsp;They helped in rescuing Sgt. Sheaves, who got stuck in the Police Department elevator.

The rescue occurred Sunday, when Manhattan Fire Department crews responded to an elevator malfunction at the Hoeflin Stone House&nbsp; 1701 N. Manhattan Avenue, home to the university police department.&nbsp;

There were no injuries reported. The elevator is getting necessary repairs.

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 </figure>"Ensuring the scene's safety, our second responders stepped in for assistance.&nbsp;They helped in rescuing Sgt. Sheaves, who got stuck in the Police Department elevator.The rescue occurred Sunday, when Manhattan Fire Department crews responded to an elevator malfunction at the Hoeflin Stone House&nbsp; 1701 N. Manhattan Avenue, home to the university police department.&nbsp;There were no injuries reported. The elevator is getting necessary repairs.

Firefighters rescue K-State Police Sgt. trapped in elevator

CODY GARRISON WHITMORE, 21, Manhattan, Probation Violation x2; Bond $6,000

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;CODY GARRISON WHITMORE, 21, Manhattan, Probation Violation x2; Bond $6,000

Riley County Arrest Report Jan. 16

GEARY COUNTY—A Junction City man was injured in an accident just before 1:30a.m. Tuesday in Geary County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2009 Sterling snow plow driven by Joshua D. Resto, 41, Junction City,&nbsp;&nbsp;was plowing the roadway in300 block of K244 spur on half mile south of Kansas 57.&nbsp;

The rear tires started to slide on the snow and into the ditch and the vehicle rolled over.

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

GEARY COUNTY—A Junction City man was injured in an accident just before 1:30a.m. Tuesday in Geary County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2009 Sterling snow plow driven by Joshua D. Resto, 41, Junction City,&nbsp;&nbsp;was plowing the roadway in300 block of K244 spur on half mile south of Kansas 57.&nbsp;The rear tires started to slide on the snow and into the ditch and the vehicle rolled over.EMS transported Resto to Via Christi Manhattan. He was properly restrained, according to the KHP.

Junction City man hospitalized after snow plow overturns

WABAUNSEE COUNTY —Two people were injured in an accident just before 8:30a.m. Monday in Wabaunsee County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2012 Ford Fusion driven by Neil&nbsp;Schuckman, 72, Scott City, was northbound on Kansas 99 seven and one half miles south of Alma. 

While traveling around a left curve, the car traveled off the right side of the road, struck a 4-foot tall limestone rock fence wall and came to rest partially&nbsp; in the east ditch.&nbsp;

&nbsp;EMS transported&nbsp;Schuckman and a passenger Laura&nbsp;Schuckman, 75, Scott City, to Stormont Vail in Topeka. They were both properly restrained, according to the KHP.

WABAUNSEE COUNTY —Two people were injured in an accident just before 8:30a.m. Monday in Wabaunsee County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2012 Ford Fusion driven by Neil&nbsp;Schuckman, 72, Scott City, was northbound on Kansas 99 seven and one half miles south of Alma. While traveling around a left curve, the car traveled off the right side of the road, struck a 4-foot tall limestone rock fence wall and came to rest partially&nbsp; in the east ditch.&nbsp;&nbsp;EMS transported&nbsp;Schuckman and a passenger Laura&nbsp;Schuckman, 75, Scott City, to Stormont Vail in Topeka. They were both properly restrained, according to the KHP.

Two hospitalized after car strikes limestone fence

CLOSINGS and DELAYS reported for January 16th, 2024

Boys &amp; Girls Club of Manhattan - Manhattan sites CLOSED

Flint Hills ATA Bus - K-State Campus Routes - WILL NOT RUN

Kansas State University-CLASSES CANCELLED

Konza Prairie Community Health Centers(Chapman, Junction City &amp; Manhattan) - DELAYED opening at 10:00 am, appointments before 10am will be rescheduled&nbsp;

Manhattan Area Technical College - DELAYED opening 10:00 am

Manhattan Public Library - DELAYED opening at 10:00 am

Sunset Zoo - CLOSED until Jan 21 due to forecasted winter weather

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CLOSINGS/DELAYS: Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024

RILEY COUNTY - At 12:45pm on Monday, January 15th, 2024, the Riley County Police Department entered the Emergency Accident Reporting Phase(EARP).

More information about EARP can be found in this social media post by RCPD:

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostRILEY COUNTY - At 12:45pm on Monday, January 15th, 2024, the Riley County Police Department entered the Emergency Accident Reporting Phase(EARP).More information about EARP can be found in this social media post by RCPD:<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Riley County Police Department has activated the Emergency Accident Reporting Phase or EARP. When EARP is in effect, motorists do not need to report crashes immediately as long as they meet all of the criteria in the image linked. <a href="https://t.co/OIsJmSGu3E">pic.twitter.com/OIsJmSGu3E</a>&mdash; RCPD (@RileyCountyPD) <a href="https://twitter.com/RileyCountyPD/status/1746966791761391702?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 15, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>

RCPD enters Emergency Accident Reporting Phase(EARP) 

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RILEY COUNTY - The Riley County Transfer Station will close at 2:00 pm on Monday, January 15th and will remain closed through Tuesday, January 16th due to the extreme cold.

The Transfer Station plans to reopen on Wednesday, January 17th, if weather allows.

Public Works Assistant Director and Assistant County Engineer, Evan McMillan, has been contacting trash haulers to notify them of the closure.

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostRILEY COUNTY - The Riley County Transfer Station will close at 2:00 pm on Monday, January 15th and will remain closed through Tuesday, January 16th due to the extreme cold.The Transfer Station plans to reopen on Wednesday, January 17th, if weather allows.Public Works Assistant Director and Assistant County Engineer, Evan McMillan, has been contacting trash haulers to notify them of the closure.

Riley County Transfer Station closing due to extreme cold

CLOSINGS and DELAYS reported for January 15th, 2024

B &amp; L Trash Service - NO ROUTES due to frigid temps, credit will be given to customers on those routes

Combative Sports Center - Monday evening and Tuesday morning classes - CANCELLED

Finn's Neighborhood Pub - CLOSING at 7:00pm

Geary County Transfer Station CLOSED Monday afternoon and Tuesday

Healthy Together Senior Community Meal - NO MEALS due to weather

Howie's Trash Service Routes - DELAYS due to Transfer Station closures&nbsp;

Junction City 1st United Methodist- Hope Al-Anon - NO MEETING

Manhattan Brewing Company - CLOSED for annual deep clean and maintenance

Manhattan Senior Center - CLOSED - MLK Jr. Day Observance

Riley County Transfer Station - CLOSING at 2:00 pm MONDAY and ALL DAY TUESDAY due to extreme cold.

USD 378 Riley County Girls Basketball practice CANCELLED

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 </figure>CLOSINGS and DELAYS reported for January 15th, 2024MONDAY, JANUARY 15:B &amp; L Trash Service - NO ROUTES due to frigid temps, credit will be given to customers on those routesCombative Sports Center - Monday evening and Tuesday morning classes - CANCELLEDCouncil Grove Public Library - CLOSEDFinn's Neighborhood Pub - CLOSING at 7:00pmGeary County Transfer Station CLOSED Monday afternoon and TuesdayHealthy Together Senior Community Meal - NO MEALS due to weatherHowie's Trash Service Routes - DELAYS due to Transfer Station closures&nbsp;Junction City 1st United Methodist- Hope Al-Anon - NO MEETINGManhattan Brewing Company - CLOSED for annual deep clean and maintenanceManhattan Senior Center - CLOSED - MLK Jr. Day ObservanceRiley County Transfer Station - CLOSING at 2:00 pm MONDAY and ALL DAY TUESDAY due to extreme cold.Sunset Zoo - CLOSEDUSD 378 Riley County Girls Basketball practice CANCELLED*This list will be updated as information is released or submitted to Little Apple Post.<a href="https://littleapplepost.com/posts/218b3bab-a265-466c-8167-589f5a2b7e14">Closing and delay information can be submitted here</a>.

CLOSINGS/CANCELLATIONS - Monday, Jan. 15th

ELIJAH TEE MCLEROY, 22, Junction City, Failure to appear

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;ELIJAH TEE MCLEROY, 22, Junction City, Failure to appear

Riley County Arrest Report Jan. 15

NATHAN AKEEM WILKINSON, 38, Junction City, Rape; Sexual intercourse without consent and use of force; Bond $250,000

JUAN FELIPE RUBIO-MORALES, 32, Manhattan, Criminal discharge of firearm; Public road/public right of way/railroad; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Criminal use of weapons; Illegal alien possess firearm; Bond $5,000

RICARDO VASQUEZ ALVARADO, 23, Manhattan, Criminal discharfe of firearm; Public road/public right of way/railroad; Unlawful discharage of firearm in city limits; Criminal use of weapons; Illegal alien possess firearm; Bond $5,000

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;NATHAN AKEEM WILKINSON, 38, Junction City, Rape; Sexual intercourse without consent and use of force; Bond $250,000JUAN FELIPE RUBIO-MORALES, 32, Manhattan, Criminal discharge of firearm; Public road/public right of way/railroad; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Criminal use of weapons; Illegal alien possess firearm; Bond $5,000RICARDO VASQUEZ ALVARADO, 23, Manhattan, Criminal discharfe of firearm; Public road/public right of way/railroad; Unlawful discharage of firearm in city limits; Criminal use of weapons; Illegal alien possess firearm; Bond $5,000

Riley County Arrest Report Jan. 14

JOSE RODOLFO VALASQUEZ DIMAS, 36, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv. blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

MANUEL I GOMEZ II, 31, Manhattan, Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Bond $2,000

VANESSA LASHAWN THOMAS, 47, Manhattan, Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Probation Violation x2; Bond $6,000

JOHN ERIC HURLEY, 37, Junction City, Failure to appear; Arrested and released on bond by Kansas Highway Patrol in Clay County on 1/6/2024

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;JOSE RODOLFO VALASQUEZ DIMAS, 36, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv. blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750MANUEL I GOMEZ II, 31, Manhattan, Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Bond $2,000VANESSA LASHAWN THOMAS, 47, Manhattan, Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Probation Violation x2; Bond $6,000JOHN ERIC HURLEY, 37, Junction City, Failure to appear; Arrested and released on bond by Kansas Highway Patrol in Clay County on 1/6/2024

Riley County Arrest Report Jan. 13

CLOSINGS and DELAYS reported for January 13th and 14th, 2024

Bargin Bin MHK - CLOSED Bountiful Bins(Riley) - CLOSED Downtown Farmers Market of Manhattan - CLOSED Eclectic Charm, LLC - CLOSED Manhattan Public Library - Read with Dogs event - CANCELLED Midwest Dream Car Collection - CLOSED Riley County Household Hazardous Waste Mobile Collection at Howie's - CANCELLED Sunset Zoo - CLOSED until Tuesday Varsity Truck - CLOSED Vintage Round Up - CLOSED

Bargin Bin MHK - CLOSED Episcopal Church of the Covenant(314 North Adams, Junction City) - NO SUNDAY SERVICES Highland Baptist Church - NO SUNDAY SERVICES Junction City 1st United Methodist Church - NO SUNDAY SERVICES Zion UCC(1811 McFarland, Junction City) - NO SUNDAY SERVICES

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WEEKEND CLOSINGS: Jan. 13th & 14th, 2024

BENJAMIN IRA JAMES LEWIS, 41, Manhattan, Probation Violation, Bond $1,000

ISAIAH PATRIC CHRISTOPHER MYERS, 29, Topeka, Failure to appear x2; Arrested and released on bond by Shawnee County Sheriff's Office on 12/31/2023

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;BENJAMIN IRA JAMES LEWIS, 41, Manhattan, Probation Violation, Bond $1,000ISAIAH PATRIC CHRISTOPHER MYERS, 29, Topeka, Failure to appear x2; Arrested and released on bond by Shawnee County Sheriff's Office on 12/31/2023

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