by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post

MANHATTAN - Starting on Monday, April 1st, the City of Manhattan will have the annual Spring Cleanup effort, with crews working through different sections of town to pickup yard debris each day.

Specific days are assigned for different sections within the city limits of Manhattan.&nbsp;

City Crews will only be collecting properly bagged/stacked yard waste, tree limbs and branches. They will not remove any trash or construction materials during this cleanup.

To ensure all items are picked up from your residence, follow these steps:&nbsp;

No city crews will perform work on private property, property owners and residents are requested to have all bags, limbs, branches, etc at the curb of the property for removal by city crews during the cleanup effort.

Along with City crews, local trash providers will assist with picking up other trash and debris during their normal routes for their customers.

Participating trash providers include:&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=a2349a3ff4&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e" target="_blank">Average Joe’s</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=fed507f9fd&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e" target="_blank">B&amp;L</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=b6bd30c6ab&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e" target="_blank">Howie’s</a>, Joe Mallon and&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=07994f5cb0&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e" target="_blank">Pick Pink</a>

Trash and debris must be stacked next to the location of regular trash pickup on the day of regular service.

IF you do not have a contract for refuse services with one of the above named contractors you will be responsible for your own trash disposal.

The following items will&nbsp;not&nbsp;be collected during the cleanup event: major household appliances, tires, batteries, concrete or rock rubble, and construction or demolition debris. Household hazardous waste — paint, thinners, lubricants, herbicides, insecticides, etc. — also will not be collected and instead should be taken to the&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=480606baaf&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e" target="_blank">Riley County Noxious Weed Department</a>, <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/vsqVF2Xi58yhqFgi6">6245 Tuttle Creek Blvd</a>.

Complete details about the 2024 City of Manhattan Spring Cleanup effort <a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=a41ee975f4&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e">can be found here</a>.

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - Starting on Monday, April 1st, the City of Manhattan will have the annual Spring Cleanup effort, with crews working through different sections of town to pickup yard debris each day.Specific days are assigned for different sections within the city limits of Manhattan.&nbsp;<ul>
 <li>Monday, April 1&nbsp;— areas south of Anderson and west of Westwood</li><li>Tuesday, April 2&nbsp;— areas north of Anderson and west of Seth Child</li><li>Wednesday, April 3&nbsp;— all areas north of Anderson Avenue, between Seth Child and Manhattan Avenue</li><li>Thursday, April 4&nbsp;— all areas north of Ratone/Ehlers, east of Manhattan Avenue and Tuttle Creek Boulevard</li><li>Friday, April 5&nbsp;— all areas south of Anderson Avenue, between Westwood and Manhattan, as well as all areas southeast of Manhattan Avenue and Ratone/Ehlers</li>
 </ul>City Crews will only be collecting properly bagged/stacked yard waste, tree limbs and branches. They will not remove any trash or construction materials during this cleanup.To ensure all items are picked up from your residence, follow these steps:&nbsp;<ul>
 <li>Place all yard waste (grass clippings and leaves) in yard waste paper bags, which are available at many local retailers. Any debris in plastic bags or containers will not be picked up!</li><li>Create separate piles for limbs and branches on the ground next to the curb so they can be picked up easily by a person or by a skid loader.</li><li>Do&nbsp;not&nbsp;place limbs or branches in the street or too far back in the yard, making them difficult for the loader to reach from the street.</li><li>Stack branches in a loose pile; don’t use rope or twine to tie them together. Do&nbsp;not&nbsp;mix scrap lumber or foreign objects with branches. Participating refuse contractors will pick up scrap lumber on regular trash pickup days and at regular locations.</li><li>Have items on the curb and ready for pickup by&nbsp;7 a.m. on the scheduled day, according to the cleanup map provided in this release.&nbsp;(Note: The starting area and rotation are the same as last year, not years prior to 2023.)&nbsp;Crews will pass through each area only once!</li>
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 </figure>No city crews will perform work on private property, property owners and residents are requested to have all bags, limbs, branches, etc at the curb of the property for removal by city crews during the cleanup effort.Along with City crews, local trash providers will assist with picking up other trash and debris during their normal routes for their customers.Participating trash providers include:&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=a2349a3ff4&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e" target="_blank">Average Joe’s</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=fed507f9fd&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e" target="_blank">B&amp;L</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=b6bd30c6ab&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e" target="_blank">Howie’s</a>, Joe Mallon and&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=07994f5cb0&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e" target="_blank">Pick Pink</a>Trash and debris must be stacked next to the location of regular trash pickup on the day of regular service.IF you do not have a contract for refuse services with one of the above named contractors you will be responsible for your own trash disposal.The following items will&nbsp;not&nbsp;be collected during the cleanup event: major household appliances, tires, batteries, concrete or rock rubble, and construction or demolition debris. Household hazardous waste — paint, thinners, lubricants, herbicides, insecticides, etc. — also will not be collected and instead should be taken to the&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=480606baaf&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e" target="_blank">Riley County Noxious Weed Department</a>, <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/vsqVF2Xi58yhqFgi6">6245 Tuttle Creek Blvd</a>.Complete details about the 2024 City of Manhattan Spring Cleanup effort <a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=a41ee975f4&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e">can be found here</a>.

City of MHK Spring Clean-Up April 1st through 5th

MANHATTAN - The Flint Hills Discovery Center(FHDC) will host a special event on Monday, April 8th during the total solar eclipse, which will be visible over a small portion of North America.&nbsp;

Manhattan is expected to experience approximately 85% of the totality from the eclipse.

FHDC will have all exhibits open, along with access to astronomy themed activities as part of the celebration of the solar eclipse. Access to the exhibits and themed activities are <a href="https://www.flinthillsdiscovery.org/484/Admission-Hours">included with paid admission</a>.

Safe viewing of the solar eclipse will be accessible from Blue Earth Plaza from 12:30 pm to3:30 pm, with Jan Johnson, the Library Services Consultant from North Central Kansas Library System providing the opportunity to view the eclipse using a Sun Spotter which is donated by the donated by Solar Eclipse Activities for Libraries (SEAL).

There is no cost to view the solar eclipse; inside activities are included with admission to the Discovery Center.

More information on all of the events associated with the solar eclipse can be found on the FHDC website at&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=e7cac39dc5&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e" target="_blank">flinthillsdiscovery.org/solareclipse</a>.

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - The Flint Hills Discovery Center(FHDC) will host a special event on Monday, April 8th during the total solar eclipse, which will be visible over a small portion of North America.&nbsp;Manhattan is expected to experience approximately 85% of the totality from the eclipse.FHDC will have all exhibits open, along with access to astronomy themed activities as part of the celebration of the solar eclipse. Access to the exhibits and themed activities are <a href="https://www.flinthillsdiscovery.org/484/Admission-Hours">included with paid admission</a>.Themed activities include:&nbsp;<ul>
 <li>Bear’s Shadow: Learn how shadows form and move with a light source.</li><li>Pinhole Viewer: View the solar eclipse by creating a pinhole viewer.</li><li>Solar Eclipse Diorama: create an interactive solar eclipse model.</li><li>Space Quest: Explore different objects in space in this “Guess Who” style game.</li><li>Star Seeker: Create a star chart to identify constellations throughout the year.</li>
 </ul>Safe viewing of the solar eclipse will be accessible from Blue Earth Plaza from 12:30 pm to3:30 pm, with Jan Johnson, the Library Services Consultant from North Central Kansas Library System providing the opportunity to view the eclipse using a Sun Spotter which is donated by the donated by Solar Eclipse Activities for Libraries (SEAL).There is no cost to view the solar eclipse; inside activities are included with admission to the Discovery Center.More information on all of the events associated with the solar eclipse can be found on the FHDC website at&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=e7cac39dc5&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e" target="_blank">flinthillsdiscovery.org/solareclipse</a>.

FHDC to host 'Solar-bration on Monday, April 8th

RILEY COUNTY - On Monday, March 25th, Redline Autoplaza contacted the Riley County Police Department for assistance with recovering a vehicle purchased without financing in January.

According the Riley County Police Department activity report, 47-year-old Deborah Heiser of Colorado Springs, Colorado, purchased a 2012 Chrysler 300 from Redline Autoplaza on January 24, 2024.

Heiser did not secure financing for the purchase and has not made any payments to Redline Autoplaza for the vehicle since the date of purchase.

The vehicle was sold to Heiser for $21,711, and attempts by Redline Autoplaza to contact Heiser have gone unanswered.

Additionally, attempts to repossess the vehicle have been unsuccessful.

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

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostRILEY COUNTY - On Monday, March 25th, Redline Autoplaza contacted the Riley County Police Department for assistance with recovering a vehicle purchased without financing in January.According the Riley County Police Department activity report, 47-year-old Deborah Heiser of Colorado Springs, Colorado, purchased a 2012 Chrysler 300 from Redline Autoplaza on January 24, 2024.Heiser did not secure financing for the purchase and has not made any payments to Redline Autoplaza for the vehicle since the date of purchase.The vehicle was sold to Heiser for $21,711, and attempts by Redline Autoplaza to contact Heiser have gone unanswered.Additionally, attempts to repossess the vehicle have been unsuccessful.Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a href="https://rileycountypolice.org/287/Crime-Stoppers">Crime Stoppers</a>. Using Crime Stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

Colorado woman steals car from MHK car dealer

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;

CHASE RYAN SMITH, 32, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $1,000

SARAH LUCILLE WAY, 36, Manhattan, Probation Violation; Remains confined to Riley County Jail

JUSTON MARVIN STALEY, 41, Ogden, Failure to appear; Arrested and released to custody of Geary County Sheriff's Office

LEILONI JAZLYNNE BROWN, 14, Manhattan, Juvenile; Violation of condition of probation or placement; Processed through North Central Kansas Juvenile Intake.

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;CHASE RYAN SMITH, 32, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $1,000SARAH LUCILLE WAY, 36, Manhattan, Probation Violation; Remains confined to Riley County JailJUSTON MARVIN STALEY, 41, Ogden, Failure to appear; Arrested and released to custody of Geary County Sheriff's OfficeLEILONI JAZLYNNE BROWN, 14, Manhattan, Juvenile; Violation of condition of probation or placement; Processed through North Central Kansas Juvenile Intake.

Riley County Arrest Report Mar 26

MANHATTAN —Authorities are investigating a house fire in Manhattan. Just after 1a.m. Monday, the Manhattan Fire Department responded to a house fire at 714 Pottawatomie Avenue, according to a media release. 

Crews found a single-story home with flames showing from the rear of the home.&nbsp; &nbsp;The home was searched and the fire was extinguished in less than 10 minutes. 

&nbsp;One firefighter suffered a knee injury and was taken to the hospital and released. The building is a one-story, single-family dwelling with a basement. Loss is estimated at $15,000 to contents and $30,000 to the structure.&nbsp;

The occupants escaped before fire crews arrived. They are now displaced and assisted by the American Red Cross. 

The owners are listed as John, Robert, Craig, Guliford, Ruthie, Lucas, and Linda Harper. 

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 </figure>MANHATTAN —Authorities are investigating a house fire in Manhattan. Just after 1a.m. Monday, the Manhattan Fire Department responded to a house fire at 714 Pottawatomie Avenue, according to a media release. Crews found a single-story home with flames showing from the rear of the home.&nbsp; &nbsp;The home was searched and the fire was extinguished in less than 10 minutes. &nbsp;One firefighter suffered a knee injury and was taken to the hospital and released. The building is a one-story, single-family dwelling with a basement. Loss is estimated at $15,000 to contents and $30,000 to the structure.&nbsp;The occupants escaped before fire crews arrived. They are now displaced and assisted by the American Red Cross. The owners are listed as John, Robert, Craig, Guliford, Ruthie, Lucas, and Linda Harper.

Cause of house fire in Manhattan under investigation

COLTON DELL GARDNER, 23, Manhattan, Excessive loud noise-amplify; Bond $200

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;COLTON DELL GARDNER, 23, Manhattan, Excessive loud noise-amplify; Bond $200

Riley County Arrest Report Mar. 25

RILEY COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just before 2a.m. Friday in Riley County.

&nbsp;A 2014 Chevy Silverado driven by Kenda Jantz, 19, of Abilene, was involved in a crash at the intersection of Welsh Road and Lasita in Leonardville, according to Monday's Riley County Police Department activity report.

First responders found the pickup on its top in the ditch.&nbsp; Jantz was trapped and had to be was extracted from the pickup. She was transported to the hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.&nbsp; Police reported no additional details.&nbsp;

RILEY COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just before 2a.m. Friday in Riley County.&nbsp;A 2014 Chevy Silverado driven by Kenda Jantz, 19, of Abilene, was involved in a crash at the intersection of Welsh Road and Lasita in Leonardville, according to Monday's Riley County Police Department activity report.First responders found the pickup on its top in the ditch.&nbsp; Jantz was trapped and had to be was extracted from the pickup. She was transported to the hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.&nbsp; Police reported no additional details.&nbsp;

Kan. teen hospitalized after pickup  rollover crash

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Kansas is exploring how a pay-per-mile road usage charge could potentially replace the current gas tax as a new way to fund roads and bridges.

"We're trying to proactively explore whether an alternative revenue stream could be a sustainable long-term funding source for our state with transportation investments on our roads and highways," said Joel Skelley, Director of Policy with the Kansas Department of Transportation.

Joining the pilot at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.midwestruc.org/">https://www.midwestruc.org/</a>&nbsp;is free and some participants could get $100 if they meet certain data goals.

"We need people to sign up to participate in the pilot, "Skelley said. "They can provide us with the opportunity to work with them, to explote their perceptions of a Road Usage Charge, what they see as a benefit or a con to that type of mechanism to report mileage and invest in the highways in that way."

There are several ways that you can get the data that is needed.

"It varies anywhere from manual entry, which would be, you would basically take at the beginning of the pilot study and enter in your odometer reading. You'd go to a website and just type it in, I'm registered to participate in the pilot, here's the odometer reading that we're starting at," Skelley said. "At the end of the pilot, they would go back in to that same website and enter in the ending mileage. Another option they would have is to, in a similar fashion, take a photo of their odometer each month that they participate in the pilot, starting at the beginning and then at the end of the first month, the end of the second month, at the end of the third month, at the end of the pilot. That would then be inputted through an app on their phone, taking that photo. Another option, again using a phone, would be an application that would record the mileage as they drive, similar to if you enter in a map for a trip in Google Maps or Apple Maps, or any other mapping software that you're using to help give you turn by turn directions, a similar application would then also record the mileage that you drive each day and then report that into the pilot study. Lastly, there's another option people may be able to have. That is actually in board vehicle telematics."

Brands like Volvo, Mercedes, Toyota and Tesla have telematics.&nbsp;A telematics device is an instrument that records information about your driving behavior, including how fast you drive, how hard you brake, and the distance you drive. Sign ups are needed through the end of March.

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

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Kansas is exploring how a pay-per-mile road usage charge could potentially replace the current gas tax as a new way to fund roads and bridges."We're trying to proactively explore whether an alternative revenue stream could be a sustainable long-term funding source for our state with transportation investments on our roads and highways," said Joel Skelley, Director of Policy with the Kansas Department of Transportation.Joining the pilot at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.midwestruc.org/">https://www.midwestruc.org/</a>&nbsp;is free and some participants could get $100 if they meet certain data goals."We need people to sign up to participate in the pilot, "Skelley said. "They can provide us with the opportunity to work with them, to explote their perceptions of a Road Usage Charge, what they see as a benefit or a con to that type of mechanism to report mileage and invest in the highways in that way."There are several ways that you can get the data that is needed."It varies anywhere from manual entry, which would be, you would basically take at the beginning of the pilot study and enter in your odometer reading. You'd go to a website and just type it in, I'm registered to participate in the pilot, here's the odometer reading that we're starting at," Skelley said. "At the end of the pilot, they would go back in to that same website and enter in the ending mileage. Another option they would have is to, in a similar fashion, take a photo of their odometer each month that they participate in the pilot, starting at the beginning and then at the end of the first month, the end of the second month, at the end of the third month, at the end of the pilot. That would then be inputted through an app on their phone, taking that photo. Another option, again using a phone, would be an application that would record the mileage as they drive, similar to if you enter in a map for a trip in Google Maps or Apple Maps, or any other mapping software that you're using to help give you turn by turn directions, a similar application would then also record the mileage that you drive each day and then report that into the pilot study. Lastly, there's another option people may be able to have. That is actually in board vehicle telematics."Brands like Volvo, Mercedes, Toyota and Tesla have telematics.&nbsp;A telematics device is an instrument that records information about your driving behavior, including how fast you drive, how hard you brake, and the distance you drive. Sign ups are needed through the end of March.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile&nbsp;app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Kansas getting ready to start Road Usage Charge pilot program

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;

MARTIN BELTRAN TINOCO, 24, Fort Riley, Fleeing or attempt to elude a law enforcement officer; 1st conviction; Bond $500

JADA DANYE BUTLER, 21, Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/dating relationship; 2nd/5yrs; Bond $2,000

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;MARTIN BELTRAN TINOCO, 24, Fort Riley, Fleeing or attempt to elude a law enforcement officer; 1st conviction; Bond $500JADA DANYE BUTLER, 21, Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/dating relationship; 2nd/5yrs; Bond $2,000

Riley County Arrest Report Mar. 24

RILEY COUNTY - Recently, the Riley County Police Department recognized three individuals for their roles in saving the lives of community members during three separate incidents.

RCPD Director Brian Peete and Assistant Director Kurt Moldrup presented two Life Saving Awards to Dispatch Supervisor, Kimberly Boyda for her role and efforts during two separate incidents in November of 2023.

On November 10, 2023, Supervisor Boyda&nbsp; answered a 911 call regarding a 61-year-old female who was choking on food. At the beginning of the call, the female could be heard in the background coughing and struggling to breathe, however, the coughing stopped during the phone call and the lack of ability for the female to breathe was brought to the attention of the caller.

Boyda then switched to life-saving instruction protocol, guiding the caller through the Heimlich maneuver, which effectively cleared the airway, allowing the female's condition to stabilize until Riley County Emergency Medical Services(EMS) personnel arrived on scene. Boyda's quick action played pivotal role in preserving the life of this community member during this emergency.

Dispatch Supervisor Boyda was also recognized for her efforts on November 15th, when she received an abandoned 911 call, which she promptly returned and was connected to a distress female who stated that her husband had lost consciousness and she was not able to revive him.

Boyda utilized proprietary software to instruct the caller through life-saving instructions(CPR); getting her to initiate chest compressions, and continue them until Riley County Police Officer Brian Dow arrived on scene, along with RCEMS personnel to take over life-saving actions.

Riley County EMS Assistant Director, Josh Gering says Dispatch Supervisor, Kimberly Boyda's actions during both incidents likely contributed to the survival of both community members.

RCPD also recognized Police Officer Nicolas Dugan and Riley County citizen, Daniel Watkins for their efforts on November 7th, 2023.&nbsp;

Daniel Watkins was administering CPR on an unconscious 25-year-old male on Tuttle Terrace, when following a 911 distress call, Officer Dugan arrived on scene.

Officer Dugan took over life-saving efforts, adjusting the airway and continuing chest compressions.&nbsp;

Without the efforts of Officer Dugan and Mr. Watkins, providing life-saving measures&nbsp; and providing critical information to EMS upon their arrival, the outcome of the situation could have been tragic.

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostRILEY COUNTY - Recently, the Riley County Police Department recognized three individuals for their roles in saving the lives of community members during three separate incidents.RCPD Director Brian Peete and Assistant Director Kurt Moldrup presented two Life Saving Awards to Dispatch Supervisor, Kimberly Boyda for her role and efforts during two separate incidents in November of 2023.On November 10, 2023, Supervisor Boyda&nbsp; answered a 911 call regarding a 61-year-old female who was choking on food. At the beginning of the call, the female could be heard in the background coughing and struggling to breathe, however, the coughing stopped during the phone call and the lack of ability for the female to breathe was brought to the attention of the caller.Boyda then switched to life-saving instruction protocol, guiding the caller through the Heimlich maneuver, which effectively cleared the airway, allowing the female's condition to stabilize until Riley County Emergency Medical Services(EMS) personnel arrived on scene. Boyda's quick action played pivotal role in preserving the life of this community member during this emergency.Dispatch Supervisor Boyda was also recognized for her efforts on November 15th, when she received an abandoned 911 call, which she promptly returned and was connected to a distress female who stated that her husband had lost consciousness and she was not able to revive him.Boyda utilized proprietary software to instruct the caller through life-saving instructions(CPR); getting her to initiate chest compressions, and continue them until Riley County Police Officer Brian Dow arrived on scene, along with RCEMS personnel to take over life-saving actions.Riley County EMS Assistant Director, Josh Gering says Dispatch Supervisor, Kimberly Boyda's actions during both incidents likely contributed to the survival of both community members.<div><div style="position:relative;overflow:hidden;padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/GVgv0xcV-60zMcgvZ.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="Rcpdlifesaving" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div>RCPD also recognized Police Officer Nicolas Dugan and Riley County citizen, Daniel Watkins for their efforts on November 7th, 2023.&nbsp;Daniel Watkins was administering CPR on an unconscious 25-year-old male on Tuttle Terrace, when following a 911 distress call, Officer Dugan arrived on scene.Officer Dugan took over life-saving efforts, adjusting the airway and continuing chest compressions.&nbsp;Without the efforts of Officer Dugan and Mr. Watkins, providing life-saving measures&nbsp; and providing critical information to EMS upon their arrival, the outcome of the situation could have been tragic.

RCPD recognized three individuals for lifesaving efforts

MAXWELL MCCLAIN COUGHLIN, 18, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

JOSHUE ESSAU SANDOVAL SERRANO, 22, Fort Riley, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Possession of firearm while under influence of alcohol or drugs; Bond $5,000

DORIAN ALEXIS AYALA CANTORAN, 23, Fort Leavenworth, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

GINGER MARIE ROSE, 37, Wakefield, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

EZEKIEL EDWIN CRUZ, 19, Monticello, NY; Att. fleeing &amp; elude; Reckless driving; Reckless driving; Maximum speed limits; Drive w/o headlights when needed; Vehicle liability insurance; Liability coverage required; Bond $6,000

ISIAH DOMINIQUE DEVINE, 32, Manhattan, Probation Violation; Bond $3,000

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;MAXWELL MCCLAIN COUGHLIN, 18, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750JOSHUE ESSAU SANDOVAL SERRANO, 22, Fort Riley, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Possession of firearm while under influence of alcohol or drugs; Bond $5,000DORIAN ALEXIS AYALA CANTORAN, 23, Fort Leavenworth, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750GINGER MARIE ROSE, 37, Wakefield, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750EZEKIEL EDWIN CRUZ, 19, Monticello, NY; Att. fleeing &amp; elude; Reckless driving; Reckless driving; Maximum speed limits; Drive w/o headlights when needed; Vehicle liability insurance; Liability coverage required; Bond $6,000ISIAH DOMINIQUE DEVINE, 32, Manhattan, Probation Violation; Bond $3,000

Riley County Arrest Report Mar. 23

TOPEKA, Kan. – Preliminary estimates reported by the Labor Market Information Services (LMIS) division of the Kansas Department of Labor (KDOL) and the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) show a seasonally adjusted unemployment rate of 2.7% in February. This is an increase from 2.6% in January and a decrease from 2.8% in February 2023, according to a media release from the Kansas Department of Labor.

Seasonally adjusted job estimates for Kansas indicate total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 3,600 from January. Total nonfarm includes private sector and government employers. Private sector jobs increased by 3,800 over the month, while government decreased by 200.

The unemployment rate in Riley County is up from 1.7 percent in December and 2.6 percent in January to 3 percent.. The rate in Geary County jumped from 3.5 percent in January to 4.4 percent.&nbsp; The rate in Pottawatomie and Wabaunsee counties is also up slightly

“Kansas employers added jobs in February, with total nonfarm job estimates increasing by 3,600,” said labor economist, Emilie Doerksen. “The largest gains were in construction and leisure and hospitality.

Both of these industries added more than 1,000 jobs.” Since February 2023 Kansas’ seasonally adjusted total nonfarm jobs have increased by 13,000. This change is due to an increase of 8,700 private sector jobs and an increase of 4,300 government jobs.

<a href="https://klic.dol.ks.gov/vosnet/gsipub/documentView.aspx?enc=O+qpCkhjA+v3dzYVbAEMjQ==">Click here for complete</a> Kansas labor market information for February&nbsp;

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 </figure>TOPEKA, Kan. – Preliminary estimates reported by the Labor Market Information Services (LMIS) division of the Kansas Department of Labor (KDOL) and the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) show a seasonally adjusted unemployment rate of 2.7% in February. This is an increase from 2.6% in January and a decrease from 2.8% in February 2023, according to a media release from the Kansas Department of Labor.Seasonally adjusted job estimates for Kansas indicate total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 3,600 from January. Total nonfarm includes private sector and government employers. Private sector jobs increased by 3,800 over the month, while government decreased by 200.The unemployment rate in Riley County is up from 1.7 percent in December and 2.6 percent in January to 3 percent.. The rate in Geary County jumped from 3.5 percent in January to 4.4 percent.&nbsp; The rate in Pottawatomie and Wabaunsee counties is also up slightly“Kansas employers added jobs in February, with total nonfarm job estimates increasing by 3,600,” said labor economist, Emilie Doerksen. “The largest gains were in construction and leisure and hospitality.Both of these industries added more than 1,000 jobs.” Since February 2023 Kansas’ seasonally adjusted total nonfarm jobs have increased by 13,000. This change is due to an increase of 8,700 private sector jobs and an increase of 4,300 government jobs.<a href="https://klic.dol.ks.gov/vosnet/gsipub/documentView.aspx?enc=O+qpCkhjA+v3dzYVbAEMjQ==">Click here for complete</a> Kansas labor market information for February&nbsp;

Jobless rate in Riley County up slightly

RILEY COUNTY —Two people were injured in an accident just after 4:30p.m. Friday in Riley County

The Kansas Highway Patol reported a 1996 GMC SC1 driven by Spencer M. Berry, 22, Manhattan, was westbound on Marlatt Avenue at Seth Child Road.

The driver failed to yield. A northbound 2003 Ford Econoline driven by&nbsp;Pixley, Mark R. Pixley, 63, Manhattan,&nbsp;collided with the pickup.

EMS transported Berry and Pixley to Via Christi in Manhattan. Berry was later transferred to Stormont Vail in Topeka. Both drivers were properly restrained, according to the KHP.

RILEY COUNTY —Two people were injured in an accident just after 4:30p.m. Friday in Riley CountyThe Kansas Highway Patol reported a 1996 GMC SC1 driven by Spencer M. Berry, 22, Manhattan, was westbound on Marlatt Avenue at Seth Child Road.The driver failed to yield. A northbound 2003 Ford Econoline driven by&nbsp;Pixley, Mark R. Pixley, 63, Manhattan,&nbsp;collided with the pickup.EMS transported Berry and Pixley to Via Christi in Manhattan. Berry was later transferred to Stormont Vail in Topeka. Both drivers were properly restrained, according to the KHP.

2 men from Manhattan hospitalized after van, pickup crash

On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times host Gary Shorman speaks with Fort Hays State University Sternberg Museum of Natural History&nbsp;&nbsp;Manager of Visitor Services,&nbsp;Brad Penka.

<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/TjnI8ORX2mg?si=a9fyngG5bnWU1USs" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times host Gary Shorman speaks with Fort Hays State University Sternberg Museum of Natural History&nbsp;&nbsp;Manager of Visitor Services,&nbsp;Brad Penka.

🎤Forward Ever: Sternberg Museum Manager Brad Penka

Bill exempts private colleges, lowers financial penalty from $100,000 per offense

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

TOPEKA — The Kansas House adopted legislation Thursday imposing a $10,000 fine for every instance in which a public university or college tied student admissions or faculty hiring to an ideological pledge or statement related to diversity, equity and inclusion.

The bill crafted by Rep. Steven Howe, chairman of the House Higher Education Budget Committee, wouldn’t apply to private or parochial colleges and universities in Kansas. Amid bipartisan criticism, the committee reduced the financial penalty from $100,000 but retained provisions allowing the attorney general to take alleged offenders to district court if infractions reported to the Kansas Board of Regents remained after a 90-day grace period.

Political special-interest groups and state legislatures have campaigned for years against K-12 and higher education policies related to diversity, equity and inclusion — or simply, DEI. Advocates say attempts to make campuses more welcoming to historically disenfranchised students or faculty amounted to discrimination against people offended by that type of administrative intervention. Supporters of DEI believe the opposite.

“As DEI has expanded, it has created tension,” said Howe, a graduate of Kansas State University. “Instead of a merit-based approach, universities have chosen to embrace ideologies which discriminate against people that do not hew to their orthodoxy.”

He said&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.kslegislature.org/li/b2023_24/measures/documents/supp_note_hb2460_01_0000.pdf">House Bill 2460&nbsp;</a>was constitutionally sound and would serve to shield freedom of speech, protect academic freedom and promote intellectual diversity. The House voted 81-39 to send the measure to the Kansas Senate.

Rep. Tom Sawyer, a Wichita Democrat, said the bill didn’t attempt to define boundaries of diversity, equity and inclusion. He pointed to a Legislative Post Audit report on DEI spending at the six state universities in the Kansas Board of Regents system which identified six different definitions of DEI.

“It’s hard for me to pass a bill to punish a university for doing something that we don’t define,” Sawyer said. “I don’t know how you could comply with that.”

<a target="_blank" href="https://kansasreflector.com/2024/03/05/kansas-house-pivots-to-dei-bill-imposing-100000-fines-on-offending-public-colleges-universities">Originally, the bill would have imposed a $100,000 fine</a>&nbsp;for every infraction of the new DEI standard at public universities, community colleges, technical colleges and at Washburn University in Topeka. The bill wouldn’t prevent students or faculty involved in teaching or research from adhering to anti-discrimination law imposed at the state or federal levels.

The bill would enable DEI complaints to be filed with the Board of Regents. The board’s staff would have 45 days to determine guilt or innocence. If guilty, the offending higher educational institution would have 90 days to become compliant. If that failed, the Board of Regents would refer the case to the attorney general. An individual unsatisfied with the Board of Regents’ handling of a complaint could take their case to the attorney general.

Staff with Attorney General Kris Kobach would seek a district court ruling against the alleged violator. In each instance of a DEI violation, the maximum fine would be $10,000. The Board of Regents would be required to promptly disclose confirmed violations and submit annual reports on infractions to the Legislature.

House Speaker Dan Hawkins, a Wichita Republican, said the compromise bill was the product of debate among House members and incorporated thoughts of university leaders.

“None of the presidents are ever going to be supportive. They’re not going to come out and say, ‘I support this.’ They are truly neutral in this situation and believe we have struck a proper balance,” Hawkins said.

St. John Rep. Brett Stafford, a GOP member of the House higher education committee, said he considered the legislation more of an attempt to affirm freedom of speech on college campuses rather than a mechanism for stifling academic consideration of DEI tenets. He said the primary objective of the legislation was to add a state-level prohibition on discrimination in admissions and hiring on public campuses as it related to DEI.

He said significant amendments to the original bill reduced the proposed penalty for infractions and granted colleges and universities a window of time to correct problems.

Rep. Kirk Haskins, a Topeka Democrat and faculty member at Baker University in Baldwin City, said the House bill was an unjustified intrusion into higher education institutions and would serve to undermine intellectual inquiry on campuses. He said diversity enriched academic discourse and critical thinking rather than interfered with those activities.

“It’s an overreach and it violates academic freedom,” Haskins said. “Where’s the problem? Why don’t we trust educators?”

Howe, the sponsor of the bill, said he objected to an assertion by Lenexa Democratic Rep. Brandon Woodard that Sarah Green, a student at the University of Kansas, falsely testified to his House committee about DEI practices on the Lawrence campus.

Woodard alleged Green misrepresented herself to the House committee by not being clear a DEI survey she took when applying for a campus job was related to the university’s private athletics corporation and not the academic side of the university. He said her testimony on that point amounted to a lie.

Howe said it was wrong for Woodard to attack someone in the public square who wasn’t there to defend herself. He said Green exhibited courage by talking about her experiences at KU.

“This bill is not about the merits of DEI. It is not,” Howe said. “DEI is mentioned in the bill, because that’s where we identified the problem. There is evidence that the universities were, in fact, requiring this as a condition for employment.”

<h2>Bill exempts private colleges, lowers financial penalty from $100,000 per offense</h2><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711122997493.jpeg" alt="Salina Republican Rep. Steve Howe, left, convinced the Kansas House to approve 81-39 contents of House Bill 2460, which would forbid public colleges and universities from mandating adherence to diversity, equity and inclusion pledges in admissions and hiring. (Kansas Reflector screen capture from the Kansas Legislature's YouTube channel)" />
 <figcaption>Salina Republican Rep. Steve Howe, left, convinced the Kansas House to approve 81-39 contents of House Bill 2460, which would forbid public colleges and universities from mandating adherence to diversity, equity and inclusion pledges in admissions and hiring. (Kansas Reflector screen capture from the Kansas Legislature's YouTube channel)</figcaption>
 </figure>BY:&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasreflector.com/author/tim-carpenter/">TIM CARPENTER</a> <a href="https://kansasreflector.com/">Kansas Reflector</a>TOPEKA — The Kansas House adopted legislation Thursday imposing a $10,000 fine for every instance in which a public university or college tied student admissions or faculty hiring to an ideological pledge or statement related to diversity, equity and inclusion.The bill crafted by Rep. Steven Howe, chairman of the House Higher Education Budget Committee, wouldn’t apply to private or parochial colleges and universities in Kansas. Amid bipartisan criticism, the committee reduced the financial penalty from $100,000 but retained provisions allowing the attorney general to take alleged offenders to district court if infractions reported to the Kansas Board of Regents remained after a 90-day grace period.Political special-interest groups and state legislatures have campaigned for years against K-12 and higher education policies related to diversity, equity and inclusion — or simply, DEI. Advocates say attempts to make campuses more welcoming to historically disenfranchised students or faculty amounted to discrimination against people offended by that type of administrative intervention. Supporters of DEI believe the opposite.“As DEI has expanded, it has created tension,” said Howe, a graduate of Kansas State University. “Instead of a merit-based approach, universities have chosen to embrace ideologies which discriminate against people that do not hew to their orthodoxy.”He said&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.kslegislature.org/li/b2023_24/measures/documents/supp_note_hb2460_01_0000.pdf">House Bill 2460&nbsp;</a>was constitutionally sound and would serve to shield freedom of speech, protect academic freedom and promote intellectual diversity. The House voted 81-39 to send the measure to the Kansas Senate.Rep. Tom Sawyer, a Wichita Democrat, said the bill didn’t attempt to define boundaries of diversity, equity and inclusion. He pointed to a Legislative Post Audit report on DEI spending at the six state universities in the Kansas Board of Regents system which identified six different definitions of DEI.“It’s hard for me to pass a bill to punish a university for doing something that we don’t define,” Sawyer said. “I don’t know how you could comply with that.”<h2>Revamped bill</h2><a target="_blank" href="https://kansasreflector.com/2024/03/05/kansas-house-pivots-to-dei-bill-imposing-100000-fines-on-offending-public-colleges-universities">Originally, the bill would have imposed a $100,000 fine</a>&nbsp;for every infraction of the new DEI standard at public universities, community colleges, technical colleges and at Washburn University in Topeka. The bill wouldn’t prevent students or faculty involved in teaching or research from adhering to anti-discrimination law imposed at the state or federal levels.The bill would enable DEI complaints to be filed with the Board of Regents. The board’s staff would have 45 days to determine guilt or innocence. If guilty, the offending higher educational institution would have 90 days to become compliant. If that failed, the Board of Regents would refer the case to the attorney general. An individual unsatisfied with the Board of Regents’ handling of a complaint could take their case to the attorney general.Staff with Attorney General Kris Kobach would seek a district court ruling against the alleged violator. In each instance of a DEI violation, the maximum fine would be $10,000. The Board of Regents would be required to promptly disclose confirmed violations and submit annual reports on infractions to the Legislature.House Speaker Dan Hawkins, a Wichita Republican, said the compromise bill was the product of debate among House members and incorporated thoughts of university leaders.“None of the presidents are ever going to be supportive. They’re not going to come out and say, ‘I support this.’ They are truly neutral in this situation and believe we have struck a proper balance,” Hawkins said.St. John Rep. Brett Stafford, a GOP member of the House higher education committee, said he considered the legislation more of an attempt to affirm freedom of speech on college campuses rather than a mechanism for stifling academic consideration of DEI tenets. He said the primary objective of the legislation was to add a state-level prohibition on discrimination in admissions and hiring on public campuses as it related to DEI.He said significant amendments to the original bill reduced the proposed penalty for infractions and granted colleges and universities a window of time to correct problems.<h2>Government overreach</h2>Rep. Kirk Haskins, a Topeka Democrat and faculty member at Baker University in Baldwin City, said the House bill was an unjustified intrusion into higher education institutions and would serve to undermine intellectual inquiry on campuses. He said diversity enriched academic discourse and critical thinking rather than interfered with those activities.“It’s an overreach and it violates academic freedom,” Haskins said. “Where’s the problem? Why don’t we trust educators?”Howe, the sponsor of the bill, said he objected to an assertion by Lenexa Democratic Rep. Brandon Woodard that Sarah Green, a student at the University of Kansas, falsely testified to his House committee about DEI practices on the Lawrence campus.Woodard alleged Green misrepresented herself to the House committee by not being clear a DEI survey she took when applying for a campus job was related to the university’s private athletics corporation and not the academic side of the university. He said her testimony on that point amounted to a lie.Howe said it was wrong for Woodard to attack someone in the public square who wasn’t there to defend herself. He said Green exhibited courage by talking about her experiences at KU.“This bill is not about the merits of DEI. It is not,” Howe said. “DEI is mentioned in the bill, because that’s where we identified the problem. There is evidence that the universities were, in fact, requiring this as a condition for employment.”

House bill imposes $10,000 fine on universities for misuse of diversity policy

KATELYN LEE HILLMAN ST PIERRE, 23, Manhattan, Possession of stimulant; Possession of marijuana; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Bond $1,500

KALEB HENRY NELSON ISRAEL TAFT ANTONUCCI, 22, Manhattan, Driving while suspended; 2nd or subsequent conviction; Bond $1,000

DREW JOSEPH WILKINSON, 35, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

KATHLEEN ANN BALDWIN, 37, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $500

ISAIAH JAROD TOWSON, 21, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $750

SONYA SIMONE MONAE LARRK WILLIAMS, 26, Probation Violation; Bond $1,000

MARK ANTHONY VALTIERRA, 39, El Paso, TX, Contribute to a child misconduct; Failure to reveal a runaway; Possession of marijuana; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Bond $2,000

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;KATELYN LEE HILLMAN ST PIERRE, 23, Manhattan, Possession of stimulant; Possession of marijuana; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Bond $1,500KALEB HENRY NELSON ISRAEL TAFT ANTONUCCI, 22, Manhattan, Driving while suspended; 2nd or subsequent conviction; Bond $1,000DREW JOSEPH WILKINSON, 35, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750KATHLEEN ANN BALDWIN, 37, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $500ISAIAH JAROD TOWSON, 21, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $750SONYA SIMONE MONAE LARRK WILLIAMS, 26, Probation Violation; Bond $1,000MARK ANTHONY VALTIERRA, 39, El Paso, TX, Contribute to a child misconduct; Failure to reveal a runaway; Possession of marijuana; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Bond $2,000

Riley County Arrest Report Mar. 22

CLAY COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just after 4:30p.m. Thursday in Clay County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 1999 Toyota Rav4 driven by&nbsp;Dean, David Michael Dean, 64, Clay Center, was northbound on Kansas 15 five miles north of Clay Center.

The SUV crossed left of center and struck a southbound 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan driven by Max Martin, 80, Clay Center. After impact, a southbound 1989 Freightliner semi driven by&nbsp;Aaron Michael&nbsp;Wulff, 49, Persia, Iowa, struck the Toyota.

EMS transported Dean to the Clay County Medical Center.&nbsp; The KHP reported no additional injuries that required transport for treatment. All three drivers were properly restrained, according to the KHP.&nbsp;

CLAY COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just after 4:30p.m. Thursday in Clay County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 1999 Toyota Rav4 driven by&nbsp;Dean, David Michael Dean, 64, Clay Center, was northbound on Kansas 15 five miles north of Clay Center.The SUV crossed left of center and struck a southbound 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan driven by Max Martin, 80, Clay Center. After impact, a southbound 1989 Freightliner semi driven by&nbsp;Aaron Michael&nbsp;Wulff, 49, Persia, Iowa, struck the Toyota.EMS transported Dean to the Clay County Medical Center.&nbsp; The KHP reported no additional injuries that required transport for treatment. All three drivers were properly restrained, according to the KHP.&nbsp;

Kansas man hospitalized after 3-vehicle crash

DOUGLAS EARL USGAARD, 25, Manhattan, Battery; Physical contact in rude, insulting, angry manner; Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution; Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Bond $1,250

AMY JEAN ROTH, 38, Manhattan, Making false information; 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;DOUGLAS EARL USGAARD, 25, Manhattan, Battery; Physical contact in rude, insulting, angry manner; Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution; Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Bond $1,250AMY JEAN ROTH, 38, Manhattan, Making false information; Bond $5,000

Riley County Arrest Report Mar. 21

By PAT MELGARES K-State Research and Extension news service

MANHATTAN, Kan. – In the United States, screens are everywhere.

Televisions, laptops, tablets, electronic bulletin boards and – of course – cell phones.

“Yet, what we know about positive childhood development,” said K-State Research and Extension child development specialist Bradford Wiles, “is that screens are not very helpful. Often, they are simply a mindless activity that doesn’t grow children’s brains or their social-emotional or physical development.”

Many healthcare authorities and pediatricians – among them the American Academy of Pediatrics – have published guidelines indicating children under age 2 should have no screen time, while everyone else should limit screen time outside of work or school to 1-2 hours per day.

Wiles, who has authored a K-State Research and Extension publication on the topic, says that there is an “opportunity cost” associated with screen time. “If you’re engaging in screen time, you’re not doing things that can help you with skill building in multiple domains – physical, mental and social.”

Screens, he said, are often substituted for babysitters, or a break for parents or other caregivers to get other tasks done.

“If that’s for a limited time, that’s fine; I understand the need to perform your household duties,” Wiles said. “You’re not harming your child by doing that, but be mindful of how much time is going by and do your very best to make up for that by being intentional in engaging with your children before and after screen time.”

Wiles is careful to indicate that technology, itself, is not the problem. “The problem is when you use that tool to isolate yourself or your children,” he said.

“If that tool is being used for engagement, then great. That is how children of all ages learn…through dialogue, discussion and shared experience. The ability to talk, and learn with and from each other is really a benefit to human development.”

Other things to keep in mind, according to Wiles, include:

Screen time should be severely limited for those under age 2 – ideally they should have none. Wiles said screen time is not nearly as stimulating as interaction with other humans. Spend time playing with young children instead.

Establish “screen free” zones in the home, including bedrooms. It may seem like punishment – and difficult to enforce – but the payoffs are great. If families choose to incorporate more screens into their lives, seek ways to use them in active ways, such as singing or dancing along to a favorite music video.

Tablets and smartphones may provide an opportunity for families to play interactive games, such as puzzles. Less-skilled family members learn more by asking questions, receiving instruction and getting feedback.

Decide in advance what you will view as a family. Avoid watching TV during meals or leaving the TV on for background noise. In addition, avoid texting or talking on a phone during meals or when outside with your family.

More information on child development is available online from K-State Research and Extension.

By PAT MELGARES K-State Research and Extension news serviceMANHATTAN, Kan. – In the United States, screens are everywhere.Televisions, laptops, tablets, electronic bulletin boards and – of course – cell phones.“Yet, what we know about positive childhood development,” said K-State Research and Extension child development specialist Bradford Wiles, “is that screens are not very helpful. Often, they are simply a mindless activity that doesn’t grow children’s brains or their social-emotional or physical development.”Many healthcare authorities and pediatricians – among them the American Academy of Pediatrics – have published guidelines indicating children under age 2 should have no screen time, while everyone else should limit screen time outside of work or school to 1-2 hours per day.Wiles, who has authored a K-State Research and Extension publication on the topic, says that there is an “opportunity cost” associated with screen time. “If you’re engaging in screen time, you’re not doing things that can help you with skill building in multiple domains – physical, mental and social.”Screens, he said, are often substituted for babysitters, or a break for parents or other caregivers to get other tasks done.“If that’s for a limited time, that’s fine; I understand the need to perform your household duties,” Wiles said. “You’re not harming your child by doing that, but be mindful of how much time is going by and do your very best to make up for that by being intentional in engaging with your children before and after screen time.”Wiles is careful to indicate that technology, itself, is not the problem. “The problem is when you use that tool to isolate yourself or your children,” he said.“If that tool is being used for engagement, then great. That is how children of all ages learn…through dialogue, discussion and shared experience. The ability to talk, and learn with and from each other is really a benefit to human development.”Other things to keep in mind, according to Wiles, include:<h2>Families with very young children</h2>Screen time should be severely limited for those under age 2 – ideally they should have none. Wiles said screen time is not nearly as stimulating as interaction with other humans. Spend time playing with young children instead.<h2>Families with children ages 6-17</h2>Establish “screen free” zones in the home, including bedrooms. It may seem like punishment – and difficult to enforce – but the payoffs are great. If families choose to incorporate more screens into their lives, seek ways to use them in active ways, such as singing or dancing along to a favorite music video.<h2>Family fun</h2>Tablets and smartphones may provide an opportunity for families to play interactive games, such as puzzles. Less-skilled family members learn more by asking questions, receiving instruction and getting feedback.<h2>Whole family screen time</h2>Decide in advance what you will view as a family. Avoid watching TV during meals or leaving the TV on for background noise. In addition, avoid texting or talking on a phone during meals or when outside with your family.More information on child development is available online from K-State Research and Extension.

K-State Extension: Parents encouraged to reduce children’s screen time

MANHATTAN - During Sunday night's NCAA Women's Basketball Selection Show on ESPN, Kansas State Women's basketball was announced to have an at-large bid and will host the first and second rounds for the 2024 NCAA Tournament.

This is K-State Women's Basketball teams 18th trip to the NCAA Tournament in school history and the fifth time under head coach Jeff Mittie.

Bramlage Coliseum will host round one on Friday, March 22nd and round two on Sunday, March 24th.

Tickets for K-State's first round matchup with Portland are available now at&nbsp;<a href="http://kstatesports.com/tickets" target="_blank">kstatesports.com/tickets</a>.&nbsp;

For more information on K-State Women's basketball's rewarding 2023-2024 season, <a href="https://littleapplepost.com/posts/71904af8-3815-4499-b8ff-1599a52b4d17">click here</a>.

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - During Sunday night's NCAA Women's Basketball Selection Show on ESPN, Kansas State Women's basketball was announced to have an at-large bid and will host the first and second rounds for the 2024 NCAA Tournament.This is K-State Women's Basketball teams 18th trip to the NCAA Tournament in school history and the fifth time under head coach Jeff Mittie.Bramlage Coliseum will host round one on Friday, March 22nd and round two on Sunday, March 24th.Tickets for K-State's first round matchup with Portland are available now at&nbsp;<a href="http://kstatesports.com/tickets" target="_blank">kstatesports.com/tickets</a>.&nbsp;For more information on K-State Women's basketball's rewarding 2023-2024 season, <a href="https://littleapplepost.com/posts/71904af8-3815-4499-b8ff-1599a52b4d17">click here</a>.

K-State to host two rounds of the 2024 Women's NCAA Basketball tournament

MANHATTAN - As the planning processes starts to reach the point of wrapping up, the City of Manhattan is asking for public input for the <a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=bc2b80d8d4&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e">Beyond Tomorrow Downtown Plan</a>.

Open House style input sessions are planned for March 25th, March 27th and April 4th in the City Commission Room at City Hall.

City Staff will be on hand to answer questions and receive feedback.

“You will have a chance to flip through the proposed plan, review potential development scenarios, and look over amazing images of what a future downtown could look like in Manhattan,” said project leader Ben Chmiel, a senior planner with the City’s&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=48c1d68d39&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e" target="_blank">Community Development Department</a>.

Open houses will be held at Manhattan City Hall, located at 1101 Poyntz Avenue.

-Monday, March 25th from 8:30 am to 10:00 am -Wednesday, March 27th from Noon to 1:30pm -Thursday, April 4th from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm.

The Beyond Tomorrow Downtown Plan will be presented to the City of Manhattan City Commission in May.&nbsp;

Additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=0433d0275c&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e" target="_blank">Beyond Tomorrow Downtown Plan website</a>.

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - As the planning processes starts to reach the point of wrapping up, the City of Manhattan is asking for public input for the <a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=bc2b80d8d4&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e">Beyond Tomorrow Downtown Plan</a>.Open House style input sessions are planned for March 25th, March 27th and April 4th in the City Commission Room at City Hall.City Staff will be on hand to answer questions and receive feedback.“You will have a chance to flip through the proposed plan, review potential development scenarios, and look over amazing images of what a future downtown could look like in Manhattan,” said project leader Ben Chmiel, a senior planner with the City’s&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=48c1d68d39&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e" target="_blank">Community Development Department</a>.Open houses will be held at Manhattan City Hall, located at 1101 Poyntz Avenue.-Monday, March 25th from 8:30 am to 10:00 am -Wednesday, March 27th from Noon to 1:30pm -Thursday, April 4th from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm.The Beyond Tomorrow Downtown Plan will be presented to the City of Manhattan City Commission in May.&nbsp;Additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=0433d0275c&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e" target="_blank">Beyond Tomorrow Downtown Plan website</a>.

Beyond Tomorrow Downtown Plan Open Houses planned

DONNITHAN MAURICE JONES, 31, Dodge City, Failure to appear; Remains confined to Riley County Jail

GRIER FORREST OSBORNE, 28, Manhattan, Criminal damage to property; Without consent value &lt;$1000; Bond $2,000

STEPHANIE LEAH TAYLOR, 41,&nbsp;Manhattan, Criminal damage to property; Without consent value &lt;$1000; Bond $2,000

COLTON DEWAYNE TYLER GARDINER, 32, Manhattan, Aggravated domestic battery; choke in rude manner; family member/dating relationship; Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Bond $7,000

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;DONNITHAN MAURICE JONES, 31, Dodge City, Failure to appear; Remains confined to Riley County JailGRIER FORREST OSBORNE, 28, Manhattan, Criminal damage to property; Without consent value &lt;$1000; Bond $2,000STEPHANIE LEAH TAYLOR, 41,&nbsp;Manhattan, Criminal damage to property; Without consent value &lt;$1000; Bond $2,000COLTON DEWAYNE TYLER GARDINER, 32, Manhattan, Aggravated domestic battery; choke in rude manner; family member/dating relationship; Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Bond $7,000

Riley County Arrest Report Mar. 20

The Sunderland Foundation Innovation Lab is hosting several free workshops.

Registration is required but all students, faculty, staff and community members are welcome to attend.

On March 22nd at 4:30pm, the <a href="https://cal.lib.k-state.edu/event/12173750">"What You Need to Know in Order to Sew"</a> workshop will cover how to thread a sewing machine, and other common issues, allowing participants to learn essential sewing techniques.

On <a href="https://cal.lib.k-state.edu/event/12165569">March 27th at 3:00 pm</a> and <a href="https://cal.lib.k-state.edu/event/12165590">April 3rd at 6:30 pm</a> will be the workshop titled, "Bookbinding Workshop: Instant Sketchbook." With this workshop, participants will learn how to fold, cut and sew a sketchbook with a cover. Instructions, materials and tools will be provided.

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 </figure>The Sunderland Foundation Innovation Lab is hosting several free workshops.Registration is required but all students, faculty, staff and community members are welcome to attend.On March 22nd at 4:30pm, the <a href="https://cal.lib.k-state.edu/event/12173750">"What You Need to Know in Order to Sew"</a> workshop will cover how to thread a sewing machine, and other common issues, allowing participants to learn essential sewing techniques.On <a href="https://cal.lib.k-state.edu/event/12165569">March 27th at 3:00 pm</a> and <a href="https://cal.lib.k-state.edu/event/12165590">April 3rd at 6:30 pm</a> will be the workshop titled, "Bookbinding Workshop: Instant Sketchbook." With this workshop, participants will learn how to fold, cut and sew a sketchbook with a cover. Instructions, materials and tools will be provided.

Free workshops available at the Sunderland Foundation Innovation Lab

RILEY COUNTY - Riley County Fire District #1 has posted no burning allowed for Wednesday, March 20, 2024.

Gusty northeast winds and low humidity will create dangerous conditions which could easily cause fires to get out of control quickly.

Call 911 for fires and any other emergencies that arise.

If conditions change, Riley County Fire District #1 will reevaluate and post updates.

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 </figure>RILEY COUNTY - Riley County Fire District #1 has posted no burning allowed for Wednesday, March 20, 2024.Gusty northeast winds and low humidity will create dangerous conditions which could easily cause fires to get out of control quickly.Call 911 for fires and any other emergencies that arise.If conditions change, Riley County Fire District #1 will reevaluate and post updates.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">📷📷NO BURNING IN RILEY COUNTY 3/20/2024 No burning is allowed in Riley County today, Wednesday, March 20. Low humidity and gusty northeast winds will create dangerous fire conditions. Outdoor fires could get out of control quickly. Call 911 for fires and other emergencies. <a href="https://t.co/XqTN3pfAKR">pic.twitter.com/XqTN3pfAKR</a>&mdash; Riley County FD #1 (@RileyCoFire) <a href="https://twitter.com/RileyCoFire/status/1770444822135877962?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 20, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>

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