by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post

MANHATTAN - On November 6th, Chris Culbertson, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, appointed <a href="https://www.k-state.edu/media-communication/about/faculty/heather-woods.html">Heather Woods</a>, associate professor in the <a href="http://√">A.Q. Miller School of Media and Communications</a> as the Interim Director for the school.

In 2017, Woods joined the A.Q. Miller School of Media and Communications and teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in communications and technology.

Woods has served as the associate director of the graduate programs and research for the school.&nbsp;

Woods received her doctorate at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, her master's degree at Baylor University and her bachelor's degree at Kansas State University. Before joining the faculty at K-State, she served as an outreach and assessment coordinator at Project Vox, an open-access Mellon Foundation-funded digital humanities archive housed at Duke University. She also served as a teaching and learning fellow at UNC's Center for Faculty Excellence and a scholar in Duke University's Ph.D. Lab in Digital Knowledge.

"We thank Dr. Woods for being willing to lead the department while we search for a permanent director," Culbertson said. "I am confident, given her background and experience, that she will provide the leadership needed for the school during the interim."

A search for a permanent director is underway.

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - On November 6th, Chris Culbertson, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, appointed <a href="https://www.k-state.edu/media-communication/about/faculty/heather-woods.html">Heather Woods</a>, associate professor in the <a href="http://√">A.Q. Miller School of Media and Communications</a> as the Interim Director for the school.In 2017, Woods joined the A.Q. Miller School of Media and Communications and teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in communications and technology.Woods has served as the associate director of the graduate programs and research for the school.&nbsp;Woods received her doctorate at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, her master's degree at Baylor University and her bachelor's degree at Kansas State University. Before joining the faculty at K-State, she served as an outreach and assessment coordinator at Project Vox, an open-access Mellon Foundation-funded digital humanities archive housed at Duke University. She also served as a teaching and learning fellow at UNC's Center for Faculty Excellence and a scholar in Duke University's Ph.D. Lab in Digital Knowledge."We thank Dr. Woods for being willing to lead the department while we search for a permanent director," Culbertson said. "I am confident, given her background and experience, that she will provide the leadership needed for the school during the interim."A search for a permanent director is underway.

Interim Director appointed for A.Q. Miller School of Media and Communication

MANHATTAN - Researchers at Kansas State University are part of a team that has been awarded a National Science Foundation(NSF) grant of $2 million to develop technology to boost the safety of prescribed burning.

Prescribed burning is used to intentionally set vegetation on fire to manage the land and natural resources and offers a variety of benefits.

Benefits include replenishing soil nutrients, increasing forage production for livestock and decreasing invasive plant overgrowth.

Prescribed burns also reduce the risk and impact from uncontrolled wildfires while removing built-up vegetation.

The aptly named project, "<a href="https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=2306603" target="_blank">Smart and Safe Prescribed Burning for Rangeland and Wildland Urban Interface Communities</a>," connects research in social sciences and engineering to develop innovatice technology to support safer burning practices.

K-State researchers involved in the project are&nbsp;<a href="https://www.k-state.edu/geography/about/people/faculty/joslin.html" target="_blank">Audrey Joslin</a>, associate professor of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.k-state.edu/geography/" target="_blank">geography and geospatial sciences</a>&nbsp;in the College of Arts and Sciences;&nbsp;<a href="https://bae.k-state.edu/people/faculty/liu/" target="_blank">Zifei Liu</a>, assistant professor of&nbsp;<a href="https://bae.k-state.edu/" target="_blank">biological and agricultural engineering</a>&nbsp;in the Carl R. Ice College of Engineering; and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.agronomy.k-state.edu/about/people/faculty/fick-walter/" target="_blank">Walter Fick</a>, professor of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.agronomy.k-state.edu/" target="_blank">agronomy</a>&nbsp;and extension rangeland management specialist in the College of Agriculture.

Researchers are collaborating with landowners and members of the Eastern Kansas and Gyp Hills Prescribed Burn Associations in the areas of Medicine Lodge and Paola and are also doing outreach with schools in the area.&nbsp;

"I hope my research will aid the user-friendliness of the technology we develop so that it meets the needs of communities engaging in prescribed burning," Joslin said.

Other institutions involved in the project are Georgia State University, the University of Kansas and the University of Missouri. Their portion of the project is focused on fire behavior, grassland fuel mapping and hot-spot detection.

"Our long-term goal is to make prescribed burning safer so that land managers in Kansas and beyond will feel capable and comfortable enough to make more use of that beneficial strategy," Joslin said.

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - Researchers at Kansas State University are part of a team that has been awarded a National Science Foundation(NSF) grant of $2 million to develop technology to boost the safety of prescribed burning.Prescribed burning is used to intentionally set vegetation on fire to manage the land and natural resources and offers a variety of benefits.Benefits include replenishing soil nutrients, increasing forage production for livestock and decreasing invasive plant overgrowth.Prescribed burns also reduce the risk and impact from uncontrolled wildfires while removing built-up vegetation.The aptly named project, "<a href="https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=2306603" target="_blank">Smart and Safe Prescribed Burning for Rangeland and Wildland Urban Interface Communities</a>," connects research in social sciences and engineering to develop innovatice technology to support safer burning practices.K-State researchers involved in the project are&nbsp;<a href="https://www.k-state.edu/geography/about/people/faculty/joslin.html" target="_blank">Audrey Joslin</a>, associate professor of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.k-state.edu/geography/" target="_blank">geography and geospatial sciences</a>&nbsp;in the College of Arts and Sciences;&nbsp;<a href="https://bae.k-state.edu/people/faculty/liu/" target="_blank">Zifei Liu</a>, assistant professor of&nbsp;<a href="https://bae.k-state.edu/" target="_blank">biological and agricultural engineering</a>&nbsp;in the Carl R. Ice College of Engineering; and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.agronomy.k-state.edu/about/people/faculty/fick-walter/" target="_blank">Walter Fick</a>, professor of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.agronomy.k-state.edu/" target="_blank">agronomy</a>&nbsp;and extension rangeland management specialist in the College of Agriculture.Researchers are collaborating with landowners and members of the Eastern Kansas and Gyp Hills Prescribed Burn Associations in the areas of Medicine Lodge and Paola and are also doing outreach with schools in the area.&nbsp;"I hope my research will aid the user-friendliness of the technology we develop so that it meets the needs of communities engaging in prescribed burning," Joslin said.Other institutions involved in the project are Georgia State University, the University of Kansas and the University of Missouri. Their portion of the project is focused on fire behavior, grassland fuel mapping and hot-spot detection."Our long-term goal is to make prescribed burning safer so that land managers in Kansas and beyond will feel capable and comfortable enough to make more use of that beneficial strategy," Joslin said.

K-State Researchers Boost Prescribed Burning Safety with NSF Grant

MANHATTAN - City Manager, Ron Fehr, has announced he will retire in mid-April of 2024.&nbsp;

Fehr was the City of Manhattan's eighth City Manager.

Fehr will retire with 24 years as City Manager, and more than 42 years working for the City of Manhattan in some capacity.

“If you would have forecasted that I would spend my entire professional career with the City of Manhattan, I would have chuckled and said, ‘Not likely.’ However, Manhattan really grew on me and ultimately my family also,” Fehr said, adding, “The Little Apple is a great place, and it has been an honor to serve this community and the City of Manhattan organization all these years as we look forward to our next chapter.”

Fehr was appointed City Manager on April 17, 2000, and has played a huge role in shaping the City's growth and development.

“Ron Fehr has been an invaluable asset to our community,” said Mayor Mark Hatesohl. “His leadership, vision, and commitment to public service have left an indelible mark on Manhattan.”

Fehr's career with the City of Manhattan started in the Parks and Recreation Department as it was being formed in January 1982. He was hired on as the Forestry and Parks Supervisor and served as Park Superintendent, and spent six years as an Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation while achieving his master's degree in public administration(MPA) from Kansas State University in December 1990.

In December 1992, Fehr was promoted to the position of Assistant City Manager.

Fehr has served in multiple positions including Acting Zoo&nbsp;Director, Acting Director of Human Resources, and Acting Director of Utilities (twice).

In 1995, Fehr assumed the role of Acting City Manager, and again in just before being permanently appointed to the position in April 2000.

“I am grateful for the opportunities I’ve had in serving as City Manager for Manhattan and to be surrounded by exceptional leadership teams, a talented and caring workforce, thoughtful elected officials, and intergovernmental partners, with motivated community and business leaders working together to make Manhattan and the Flint Hills region a better place to live, learn, work, and play,” Fehr said.

Upon its reorganization in January 2024, the City Commission will be tasked with conducting a search for a new permanent City Manager to build upon Fehr’s leadership and continue the City’s trajectory of success.

On January 2, following the recent November election, new city commissioners Susan Adamchak, Karen McCulloh, and Peter Oppelt; returning Commissioner John Matta; and current Mayor Pro Tem Wynn Butler will work with Fehr and City administration to consider the process to select his replacement.

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - City Manager, Ron Fehr, has announced he will retire in mid-April of 2024.&nbsp;Fehr was the City of Manhattan's eighth City Manager.Fehr will retire with 24 years as City Manager, and more than 42 years working for the City of Manhattan in some capacity.“If you would have forecasted that I would spend my entire professional career with the City of Manhattan, I would have chuckled and said, ‘Not likely.’ However, Manhattan really grew on me and ultimately my family also,” Fehr said, adding, “The Little Apple is a great place, and it has been an honor to serve this community and the City of Manhattan organization all these years as we look forward to our next chapter.”Fehr was appointed City Manager on April 17, 2000, and has played a huge role in shaping the City's growth and development.“Ron Fehr has been an invaluable asset to our community,” said Mayor Mark Hatesohl. “His leadership, vision, and commitment to public service have left an indelible mark on Manhattan.”Fehr's career with the City of Manhattan started in the Parks and Recreation Department as it was being formed in January 1982. He was hired on as the Forestry and Parks Supervisor and served as Park Superintendent, and spent six years as an Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation while achieving his master's degree in public administration(MPA) from Kansas State University in December 1990.In December 1992, Fehr was promoted to the position of Assistant City Manager.Fehr has served in multiple positions including Acting Zoo&nbsp;Director, Acting Director of Human Resources, and Acting Director of Utilities (twice).In 1995, Fehr assumed the role of Acting City Manager, and again in just before being permanently appointed to the position in April 2000.“I am grateful for the opportunities I’ve had in serving as City Manager for Manhattan and to be surrounded by exceptional leadership teams, a talented and caring workforce, thoughtful elected officials, and intergovernmental partners, with motivated community and business leaders working together to make Manhattan and the Flint Hills region a better place to live, learn, work, and play,” Fehr said.Upon its reorganization in January 2024, the City Commission will be tasked with conducting a search for a new permanent City Manager to build upon Fehr’s leadership and continue the City’s trajectory of success.On January 2, following the recent November election, new city commissioners Susan Adamchak, Karen McCulloh, and Peter Oppelt; returning Commissioner John Matta; and current Mayor Pro Tem Wynn Butler will work with Fehr and City administration to consider the process to select his replacement.

Ron Fehr announces retirement planned for mid-April 2024

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged criminal damage to property at a school in Manhattan,.

Just after 1:30p.m. Monday, police filed a report for criminal damage to property and trespass at Bluemont Elementary School, 714 Bluemont Avenue in Manhattan.

 An unknown suspect trespassed into the school and broke a window screen and blinds. 

The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $700. 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>RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged criminal damage to property at a school in Manhattan,.Just after 1:30p.m. Monday, police filed a report for criminal damage to property and trespass at Bluemont Elementary School, 714 Bluemont Avenue in Manhattan. An unknown suspect trespassed into the school and broke a window screen and blinds. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $700. 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.

RCPD: Suspects broke into school, broke window screen, blinds

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, 30, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $2,000

CALEB DUWAYNE OREBAUGH, 25, Wilsey, Criminal Restraint; 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;DONNITHAN MAURICE JONES, 30, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $2,000CALEB DUWAYNE OREBAUGH, 25, Wilsey, Criminal Restraint; Bond $5,000

Riley County Arrest Report November 28

TOPEKA, KAN. – A Kansas man has been charged through criminal complaint in Topeka, Kansas, following an incident on a federal military installation, according to the United State's Attorney.

According to court documents, Jordan Thompson, 24, of Galena is charged with two counts of assault with a deadly weapon for allegedly assaulting two people on November 24, 2023, while at Fort Riley.

The defendant made his initial court appearance Monday before U.S. Magistrate Judge Rachel E. Schwartz of the U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas. If convicted, he faces a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison on each count.

The Department of Army Criminal Investigation Division, Fort Riley Department of the Army Civilian Police, Kansas Bureau of Investigation, Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the Butler County Sheriff’s Office are investigating the case.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Stephen Hunting and Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Robin Graham are prosecuting the case.

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 </figure>TOPEKA, KAN. – A Kansas man has been charged through criminal complaint in Topeka, Kansas, following an incident on a federal military installation, according to the United State's Attorney.According to court documents, Jordan Thompson, 24, of Galena is charged with two counts of assault with a deadly weapon for allegedly assaulting two people on November 24, 2023, while at Fort Riley.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FKBIKansas%2Fposts%2Fpfbid025LDxKL8QqBt3Vo9xAqPcmU5qN1YhBtSwx3iokUSVghKPFQv4VwzdUqHTibwQhcfVl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="599" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>The defendant made his initial court appearance Monday before U.S. Magistrate Judge Rachel E. Schwartz of the U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas. If convicted, he faces a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison on each count.The Department of Army Criminal Investigation Division, Fort Riley Department of the Army Civilian Police, Kansas Bureau of Investigation, Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the Butler County Sheriff’s Office are investigating the case.Assistant U.S. Attorney Stephen Hunting and Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Robin Graham are prosecuting the case.

Man charged in connection with Amber Alert incident at Fort Riley

On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman speaks with 2023 Motorcycle Cannonball winner Todd Cameron.

<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/LGqQhSwz_Ag?si=_bHSPpRELuqeGxjv" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman speaks with 2023 Motorcycle Cannonball winner Todd Cameron.

🎤 Forward Ever: 2023 Motorcycle Cannonball winner Todd Cameron

MANHATTAN - The Kansas County and District Attorney's Association presented it's annual Prosecutor of the Year award at the fall conference on October 19th.

The 2022 - 2023 Prosecutor of the Year award was presented to Riley County Deputy Attorney, Bethany Fields.

Fields was recognized for her work in obtaining convictions in jury trial including:&nbsp;State v. Leaonard, State v. Colwell, State v. Meeks and State v. Hall.

In addition, Ms. Field presented at CASA training in January and October of 2023 and was the presenter at Child First in March of 2023.

Fields also serves on the Child Advocacy Center, and the Riley/Clay County Community Corrections Advisory Boards.&nbsp;

Ms. Bethany Fields has been with the Riley County Attorney's Office since January 2005, and was previously an Assistant Douglas County Attorney.

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - The Kansas County and District Attorney's Association presented it's annual Prosecutor of the Year award at the fall conference on October 19th.The 2022 - 2023 Prosecutor of the Year award was presented to Riley County Deputy Attorney, Bethany Fields.Fields was recognized for her work in obtaining convictions in jury trial including:&nbsp;State v. Leaonard, State v. Colwell, State v. Meeks and State v. Hall.In addition, Ms. Field presented at CASA training in January and October of 2023 and was the presenter at Child First in March of 2023.<figure>
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 </figure>Fields also serves on the Child Advocacy Center, and the Riley/Clay County Community Corrections Advisory Boards.&nbsp;Ms. Bethany Fields has been with the Riley County Attorney's Office since January 2005, and was previously an Assistant Douglas County Attorney.

Riley Co. Deputy Attorney Fields presented Prosecutor of the Year Award

MOISEMAX CRUZ, 30, Manhattan, Violate protection order; Condition of pre-trial orders; Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution; Remains confined to Riley County Jail

CODY GARRISON WHITEMORE, 21, Manhattan, Harass by telecom device; Transmit comment/image/text to abuse/threat/harass; Bond $5,000

AADRIAN DAWN MCCOLLUM, 30, Fall River, KS, Domestic battery; Knowing rude physical contact w/family member or dating relationship; Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Bond $3,000

ELIZABETH ASHLEY PARKER, 37, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $20,000

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;MOISEMAX CRUZ, 30, Manhattan, Violate protection order; Condition of pre-trial orders; Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution; Remains confined to Riley County JailCODY GARRISON WHITEMORE, 21, Manhattan, Harass by telecom device; Transmit comment/image/text to abuse/threat/harass; Bond $5,000AADRIAN DAWN MCCOLLUM, 30, Fall River, KS, Domestic battery; Knowing rude physical contact w/family member or dating relationship; Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Bond $3,000ELIZABETH ASHLEY PARKER, 37, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $20,000

Riley County Arrest Report November 27

MANHATTAN - On Monday, November 27th at 6:00 pm at Crestview Christian Church, 'The First Day' film screening will be free to attend.

The Riley County Health Department has partnered with the Pottawatomie and Geary County Health Departments, along with the City of Manhattan and the City of Wamego to bring a free screening of the film, 'The First Day' to residents in the area.

'The First Day' is a film to raise awareness about substance misuse.

According to the Riley County Health Department, raising awareness is the first step towards making meaningful change.

This powerful, emotional film challenges the idea of who is vulnerable to substance misuse and addiction.&nbsp;

Working together and supporting each other will give the opportunity to change the outcome of someone's life.

The film is 45 minutes long, and there will be a brief discussion following the film.&nbsp;

The film is intended for community members who are middle school aged students and older.

No reservations or tickets are needed to attend.

If you cannot attend the Monday night viewing, there will be a second free screening in Junction City on Wednesday, November 29th at 6:00 pm at the CL Hoover Opera House.

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - On Monday, November 27th at 6:00 pm at Crestview Christian Church, 'The First Day' film screening will be free to attend.The Riley County Health Department has partnered with the Pottawatomie and Geary County Health Departments, along with the City of Manhattan and the City of Wamego to bring a free screening of the film, 'The First Day' to residents in the area.'The First Day' is a film to raise awareness about substance misuse.According to the Riley County Health Department, raising awareness is the first step towards making meaningful change.This powerful, emotional film challenges the idea of who is vulnerable to substance misuse and addiction.&nbsp;Working together and supporting each other will give the opportunity to change the outcome of someone's life.The film is 45 minutes long, and there will be a brief discussion following the film.&nbsp;The film is intended for community members who are middle school aged students and older.No reservations or tickets are needed to attend.If you cannot attend the Monday night viewing, there will be a second free screening in Junction City on Wednesday, November 29th at 6:00 pm at the CL Hoover Opera House.<figure>
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FREE showing of 'The First Day: A Focus on the Beginning' on Monday night

Manhattan— Authorities are investigating the cause of a fire in Manhattan.

Just before 5 p.m. Sunday, the Manhattan Fire Department was dispatched to a fire at 422 Redwood Place, according to a media release.

 Upon arrival, crews found a mobile home with smoke showing. The fire was contained within 10 minutes.&nbsp; The mobile home was not occupiable after the fire.The structure was a 1977 single-wide mobile home.&nbsp; No one was home at the time of the fire. Loss is estimated at $10,000 to contents and $10,000 to the structure.&nbsp; 

The owner is Benjamin Harmon of the same address. There were no injuries reported.

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 </figure>Manhattan— Authorities are investigating the cause of a fire in Manhattan.Just before 5 p.m. Sunday, the Manhattan Fire Department was dispatched to a fire at 422 Redwood Place, according to a media release. Upon arrival, crews found a mobile home with smoke showing. The fire was contained within 10 minutes.&nbsp; The mobile home was not occupiable after the fire.The structure was a 1977 single-wide mobile home.&nbsp; No one was home at the time of the fire. Loss is estimated at $10,000 to contents and $10,000 to the structure.&nbsp; The owner is Benjamin Harmon of the same address. There were no injuries reported.

No injuries after mobile home fire in Manhattan

TRAVIS BRETT MARFIELD, 38, Wamego, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 2nd conviction; blood/breath .08 &gt;; Bond $1,500

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;TRAVIS BRETT MARFIELD, 38, Wamego, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 2nd conviction; blood/breath .08 &gt;; Bond $1,500

Riley County Arrest Report November 26

CAMRON TODD LEUPOLD, 30, Manhattan, Violate protection order; Condition of pre-trial orders; Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harmt to family/person in dating relationship; Criminal damage to property; Without consent value &lt;$1000; Bond $10,000

MICHAEL TATE STERLING, 23, Manhattan, Flee or attempt to elude LEO by engaging in reckless driving; Reckless driving; Bond $5,000

DONNITHAN MAURICE JONES, 30, Failure to appear x2; Probation Violation; Bond $6,000

RYAN ALLEN LARSON, 21, Manhattan, Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution; Bond $500

AMY JEAN ROTH, 37, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $6,000

AVERY EMILY ISHIKAWA, 17, Manhattan, Battery; Knowing/recklessly causing bodily harm; Criminal damage to property; Without consent value &lt;$1000; Battery; Physical contact in rude, insulting, angry manner; Processed through North Central Kansas Juvenile Intake

ALFREDO ESPINO VELA, 52, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $750

ANDREW ALEXANDER GAST, 30, Lawrence, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

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;CAMRON TODD LEUPOLD, 30, Manhattan, Violate protection order; Condition of pre-trial orders; Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harmt to family/person in dating relationship; Criminal damage to property; Without consent value &lt;$1000; Bond $10,000MICHAEL TATE STERLING, 23, Manhattan, Flee or attempt to elude LEO by engaging in reckless driving; Reckless driving; Bond $5,000DONNITHAN MAURICE JONES, 30, Failure to appear x2; Probation Violation; Bond $6,000RYAN ALLEN LARSON, 21, Manhattan, Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution; Bond $500AMY JEAN ROTH, 37, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $6,000AVERY EMILY ISHIKAWA, 17, Manhattan, Battery; Knowing/recklessly causing bodily harm; Criminal damage to property; Without consent value &lt;$1000; Battery; Physical contact in rude, insulting, angry manner; Processed through North Central Kansas Juvenile IntakeALFREDO ESPINO VELA, 52, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $750ANDREW ALEXANDER GAST, 30, Lawrence, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

Riley County Arrest Report November 25

DICKINSON COUNTY — One person was injured in an accident just after 8p.m. Friday in Dickinson County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2016 International semi driven by Larry B. Pettay, 64, Ohiowa, Nebraska, was westbound on Interstate 70 one mile east of Solomon.

The semi rear-ended a 2005 Chevy Equinox driven by Candace A&nbsp;Johansen, 59, Manhattan, in the driving lane.

EMS transported Johansen to Abilene Memorial Hospital. Pettay was not injured. Both drivers were properly restrained, according to the KHP.

DICKINSON COUNTY — One person was injured in an accident just after 8p.m. Friday in Dickinson County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2016 International semi driven by Larry B. Pettay, 64, Ohiowa, Nebraska, was westbound on Interstate 70 one mile east of Solomon.The semi rear-ended a 2005 Chevy Equinox driven by Candace A&nbsp;Johansen, 59, Manhattan, in the driving lane.EMS transported Johansen to Abilene Memorial Hospital. Pettay was not injured. Both drivers were properly restrained, according to the KHP.

Manhattan woman hospitalized after semi, SUV crash

BUTLER COUNTY —The 3-year-old subject of a Friday evening Amber Alert is safe, according to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation. Law enforcement authorities in Butler County have taken two suspects into custody.

BUTLER COUNTY —The 3-year-old subject of a Friday evening Amber Alert is safe, according to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation. Law enforcement authorities in Butler County have taken two suspects into custody.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FKBIKansas%2Fposts%2Fpfbid025LDxKL8QqBt3Vo9xAqPcmU5qN1YhBtSwx3iokUSVghKPFQv4VwzdUqHTibwQhcfVl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="599" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Amber Alert canceled; 3-year-old taken from Fort Riley home is safe 

MANHATTAN - Starting just before 7:00pm, the livestream will go live from the top of the Hilton Garden Inn, with an overhead view of the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ManhattanFestivalofLights">Manhattan's Festival of Lights</a> tree lighting ceremony.

The livestream is sponsored by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/fmmotorsportsmhk">F&amp;M Motorsports in Manhattan</a>.

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 </figure>MANHATTAN - Starting just before 7:00pm, the livestream will go live from the top of the Hilton Garden Inn, with an overhead view of the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ManhattanFestivalofLights">Manhattan's Festival of Lights</a> tree lighting ceremony.<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/FR8PZNxhB98?si=erGh1a-vcKPBL5fL" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>The livestream is sponsored by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/fmmotorsportsmhk">F&amp;M Motorsports in Manhattan</a>.

🎥 : WATCH Replay: Manhattan's Festival of Lights tree lighting ceremony

DICKINSON COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just before 11a.m. Friday in Dickinson County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2002 Honda Accord driven by Clifford R.&nbsp;Lepak, 38, Wakefield, was&nbsp;eastbound on Kansas 15 six miles northeast of Abilene.

The car drifted left of center and struck a 2022 Ram 2500 driven by Timothy S. Sankey, 52, Salina. After impact the Honda came to rest in the north ditch.

EMS transported Lepak to the hospital in Abilene.&nbsp; Sankey was not injured. Lepak was not wearing a seat belt, according to the KHP.

DICKINSON COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just before 11a.m. Friday in Dickinson County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2002 Honda Accord driven by Clifford R.&nbsp;Lepak, 38, Wakefield, was&nbsp;eastbound on Kansas 15 six miles northeast of Abilene.The car drifted left of center and struck a 2022 Ram 2500 driven by Timothy S. Sankey, 52, Salina. After impact the Honda came to rest in the north ditch.EMS transported Lepak to the hospital in Abilene.&nbsp; Sankey was not injured. Lepak was not wearing a seat belt, according to the KHP.

Kansas man hospitalized after car, pickup crash

DAVID ALAN LABOMBARBE, 37, Manhattan, Aggravated assault; Use of a deadly weapon; Bond $5,000

MICHAEL LEE STEPHENSON, 43, Manhattan, Attempted aggravated burglary; Dwelling for felony, theft, domestic violence, or sex; Criminal damage to property; Without consent value $1000 to $25,000; Harass by telecom device; Phone call with intent to abuse/threaten/harass; Criminal threat; Cause terror, evacuation or disruption; Bond $25,000

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;DAVID ALAN LABOMBARBE, 37, Manhattan, Aggravated assault; Use of a deadly weapon; Bond $5,000MICHAEL LEE STEPHENSON, 43, Manhattan, Attempted aggravated burglary; Dwelling for felony, theft, domestic violence, or sex; Criminal damage to property; Without consent value $1000 to $25,000; Harass by telecom device; Phone call with intent to abuse/threaten/harass; Criminal threat; Cause terror, evacuation or disruption; Bond $25,000

Riley County Arrest Report November 24

Raising funds for suicide prevention/awareness and to assist the Junction City Police Department with development and implementation of a Co-Responder program is my topic on Coffee Talk this week.  Joining me for the program are Tracy Geisler, executive director of the Geary Community Healthcare&nbsp; Foundation, JCPD Captain Cory Odell and Brynne Haverkamp, Crisis Service Director for Pawnee Mental Health.  This all ties together because the funds raised at the December 9th GCHF&nbsp; ”Puttin’ on the Glitz Masquerade Ball” will be used to help support Co-Responder. The program joins a licensed mental health professional with Junction City police officers in responding to calls when mental health intervention is needed.  My guests explain how this partnership would be established between Pawnee and the JCPD and the mission of the Geary Community Health Foundation to support the effort.

<div><iframe title="Episode: 23 - ”Puttin’ on the Glitz Masquerade Ball”" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=5egfz-1509961-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><figure>
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 </figure>By Jerry BrecheisenRaising funds for suicide prevention/awareness and to assist the Junction City Police Department with development and implementation of a Co-Responder program is my topic on Coffee Talk this week. Joining me for the program are Tracy Geisler, executive director of the Geary Community Healthcare&nbsp; Foundation, JCPD Captain Cory Odell and Brynne Haverkamp, Crisis Service Director for Pawnee Mental Health. This all ties together because the funds raised at the December 9th GCHF&nbsp; ”Puttin’ on the Glitz Masquerade Ball” will be used to help support Co-Responder. The program joins a licensed mental health professional with Junction City police officers in responding to calls when mental health intervention is needed. My guests explain how this partnership would be established between Pawnee and the JCPD and the mission of the Geary Community Health Foundation to support the effort.

Puttin’ on the Glitz" raising funds to support Suicide Prevention/Awareness

Join Catie and Becky as they talk with Jennifer Livingood from Leads Pet Care, as they talk all things to do with her pet care business and the services they provide.

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 </figure><div><iframe title="Episode 7: A Plate Full of Kibble" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=hqqzy-1508a4a-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=3267a3&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=2baf9e" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>Join Catie and Becky as they talk with Jennifer Livingood from Leads Pet Care, as they talk all things to do with her pet care business and the services they provide.

🎙: Little Apple Bites: A Plate Full of Kibble

LORI BETH CHILDS, 47, Lancaster, TX, Violation of restrictions on drivers license or permit; Bond $750

MONTELL WARREN JONES JR, 39, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $110,000

DENAAL LATRESS THOMPSON, 39, Manhattan, Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Bond $1,000

ANTWAJUANE JEROME MCNEIL, 30, Ogden, Domestic battery; rude physical contact w/family member or dating relationship 2nd/5 years x2; Bond $5,000

RHONDA LYNETTE RAND, 50, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $8,000

ROBERT BRANDON OLP, 18, Hiawatha, Failure to appear

SHAWN PAUL GRAVES, 48, Abilene; Failure to appear; Arrested and released on bond by Dickinson County Sheriff's Office on 11/17/2023

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;LORI BETH CHILDS, 47, Lancaster, TX, Violation of restrictions on drivers license or permit; Bond $750MONTELL WARREN JONES JR, 39, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $110,000DENAAL LATRESS THOMPSON, 39, Manhattan, Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Bond $1,000ANTWAJUANE JEROME MCNEIL, 30, Ogden, Domestic battery; rude physical contact w/family member or dating relationship 2nd/5 years x2; Bond $5,000RHONDA LYNETTE RAND, 50, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $8,000ROBERT BRANDON OLP, 18, Hiawatha, Failure to appearSHAWN PAUL GRAVES, 48, Abilene; Failure to appear; Arrested and released on bond by Dickinson County Sheriff's Office on 11/17/2023

Riley County Arrest Report November 23

POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just before 1:30p.m. Friday in Pottawatomie County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2010 Ford Edge driven by Briana R. Fisher, 23,&nbsp; Paxico, was southbound on Lake Elbo Road waiting to turn right onto U.S. 24.

The driver failed to yield to westbound traffic and struck a 2012 Toyota Prius driven by Kennetta&nbsp;Nold, 52, Saint George.

After impact both vehicle struck a northbound 2018 Buick Enclave driven by Kera&nbsp;Friesen, 37, Overland Park, who was turning left onto U.S. 24.

EMS transported Fisher to the hospital in Manhattan. Nold and&nbsp;Friesen were not injured. Juveniles were present in the Buick and Toyota; juvenile record protected data, according to the KHP. The drivers were properly restrained, according to the KHP.

POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just before 1:30p.m. Friday in Pottawatomie County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2010 Ford Edge driven by Briana R. Fisher, 23,&nbsp; Paxico, was southbound on Lake Elbo Road waiting to turn right onto U.S. 24.The driver failed to yield to westbound traffic and struck a 2012 Toyota Prius driven by Kennetta&nbsp;Nold, 52, Saint George.After impact both vehicle struck a northbound 2018 Buick Enclave driven by Kera&nbsp;Friesen, 37, Overland Park, who was turning left onto U.S. 24.EMS transported Fisher to the hospital in Manhattan. Nold and&nbsp;Friesen were not injured. Juveniles were present in the Buick and Toyota; juvenile record protected data, according to the KHP. The drivers were properly restrained, according to the KHP.

Kansas woman hospitalized after 3-vehicle Pott. Co. crash

Rick sat&nbsp;down with Scott Stiles who is the current announcer for the Sunrise Christian Academy basketball program. 

The Sunrise Christian Academy boasts Grady Dick as a former student athlete and David Castillo who is currently signed with Kansas State University. 

Stiles has also worked with both the Daytona 500 and Indy 500 as well as Fox Sports Ohio.

<div><iframe title="Running the Table With Rick" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?from=embed&i=eqi62-1504ec0-pb&share=1&download=1&fonts=Arial&skin=1&font-color=auto&rtl=0&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=7&size=150" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>Rick sat&nbsp;down with Scott Stiles who is the current announcer for the Sunrise Christian Academy basketball program. The Sunrise Christian Academy boasts Grady Dick as a former student athlete and David Castillo who is currently signed with Kansas State University. Stiles has also worked with both the Daytona 500 and Indy 500 as well as Fox Sports Ohio.

🎙: Running the Table with Rick, featuring Scott Stiles

CASSANDRA POTTER, 51, Manhattan, Theft of property or services; &lt;$1500 w/2 or more conv w/in 5 yrs; Shoplifting; Arrested and released to custody of Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office

ARTURO CRUCES RAMIREZ, 40, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $6,000

ROMAN DELL JAKOWSKI SUMILE, 37, Wichita, Failure to appear; Bond $300

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;CASSANDRA POTTER, 51, Manhattan, Theft of property or services; &lt;$1500 w/2 or more conv w/in 5 yrs; Shoplifting; Arrested and released to custody of Pottawatomie County Sheriff's OfficeARTURO CRUCES RAMIREZ, 40, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $6,000ROMAN DELL JAKOWSKI SUMILE, 37, Wichita, Failure to appear; Bond $300

Riley County Arrest Report November 22

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating another case of a gun taken from a vehicle in Manhattan.

Just after 9:30a.m. Tuesday, officers filed a report for burglary in the 900 block of Garden Way in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

A 55-year-old woman reported an unknown suspect took a Sig Sauer P365 9MM and two magazines containing rounds from her vehicle. 

The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $500.&nbsp;Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rileycountypolice.org/287/Crime-Stoppers">Crime Stoppers</a>. Using Crime Stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating another case of a gun taken from a vehicle in Manhattan.Just after 9:30a.m. Tuesday, officers filed a report for burglary in the 900 block of Garden Way in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.A 55-year-old woman reported an unknown suspect took a Sig Sauer P365 9MM and two magazines containing rounds from her vehicle. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $500.&nbsp;Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rileycountypolice.org/287/Crime-Stoppers">Crime Stoppers</a>. Using Crime Stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

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