Cold temperatures came on quickly in Kansas, and leaves have begun to drop.

While keeping up with leaves every fall is a challenge, Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini says the amount of leaf cover on the ground has an impact on the underlying plants.

“Photosynthesis will be restricted in a lawn covered with a dense layer of leaves, preventing it from storing enough energy to survive winter,” Domenghini said.

Leaves can be added to a compost heap, but Domenghini recommends shredding them first. This can be done by mowing over them on the lawn and collecting them in the mower bag or they can be added directly into the planters.

“Incorporate 2-3 inches of shredded leaves to the soil at a time,” Domenghini said. “This can be repeated until the leaves are gone or the soil is frozen and cannot be worked. Shredded leaves can be used as mulch around trees, shrubs and perennials as well.”

Leaf mulch incorporated into lawns can help prevent weeds from germinating between grass plants. Leaf mulch has not been shown to negatively effect turf quality, color or soil pH, she said.

Shredded leaves can be left on the lawn if they are not too dense, Domenghini adds. As the lawn is mowed, the leaf pieces will fall in between the blades of grass and eventually break down into the soil.

“It may require multiple passes with the lawn mower to get the leaf size small enough. It is also necessary to mow frequently to keep up with the leaf drop,” Domenghini said.

If incorporating leaves into a cool-season lawn, Domenghini said it makes sense to be on a fall nitrogen fertilization program and core-aerate in the fall as well. You can mow leaves into a warm-season lawn but wait until late May or early June to fertilize and core-aerate, she said.

Domenghini and her colleagues in K-State's Department of Horticulture and Natural Resources produce a weekly&nbsp;<a href="https://hnr.k-state.edu/extension/info-center/newsletters/index.html">Horticulture Newsletter</a>&nbsp;with tips for maintaining home landscapes and gardens. The newsletter is available to view online or can be delivered by email each week.

Interested persons can also send their garden and yard-related questions to Domenghini at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cdom@ksu.edu,">cdom@ksu.edu,</a>&nbsp;or contact your&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/about/statewide-locations.html">local K-State Research and Extension office</a>.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1699024029247.png" alt="It’s Fall, and leaves are everywhere KSRE Photo" />
 <figcaption>It’s Fall, and leaves are everywhere KSRE Photo</figcaption>
 </figure>By MADDY ROHR KSRECold temperatures came on quickly in Kansas, and leaves have begun to drop.While keeping up with leaves every fall is a challenge, Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini says the amount of leaf cover on the ground has an impact on the underlying plants.“Photosynthesis will be restricted in a lawn covered with a dense layer of leaves, preventing it from storing enough energy to survive winter,” Domenghini said.Leaves can be added to a compost heap, but Domenghini recommends shredding them first. This can be done by mowing over them on the lawn and collecting them in the mower bag or they can be added directly into the planters.“Incorporate 2-3 inches of shredded leaves to the soil at a time,” Domenghini said. “This can be repeated until the leaves are gone or the soil is frozen and cannot be worked. Shredded leaves can be used as mulch around trees, shrubs and perennials as well.”Leaf mulch incorporated into lawns can help prevent weeds from germinating between grass plants. Leaf mulch has not been shown to negatively effect turf quality, color or soil pH, she said.Shredded leaves can be left on the lawn if they are not too dense, Domenghini adds. As the lawn is mowed, the leaf pieces will fall in between the blades of grass and eventually break down into the soil.“It may require multiple passes with the lawn mower to get the leaf size small enough. It is also necessary to mow frequently to keep up with the leaf drop,” Domenghini said.If incorporating leaves into a cool-season lawn, Domenghini said it makes sense to be on a fall nitrogen fertilization program and core-aerate in the fall as well. You can mow leaves into a warm-season lawn but wait until late May or early June to fertilize and core-aerate, she said.Domenghini and her colleagues in K-State's Department of Horticulture and Natural Resources produce a weekly&nbsp;<a href="https://hnr.k-state.edu/extension/info-center/newsletters/index.html">Horticulture Newsletter</a>&nbsp;with tips for maintaining home landscapes and gardens. The newsletter is available to view online or can be delivered by email each week.Interested persons can also send their garden and yard-related questions to Domenghini at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cdom@ksu.edu,">cdom@ksu.edu,</a>&nbsp;or contact your&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/about/statewide-locations.html">local K-State Research and Extension office</a>.

K-State horticulturist offers suggestions for where to put leaves

TOPEKA&nbsp;– The Cold Weather Rule, designed to help Kansans who are behind on their utility payments avoid disconnection during the winter months, began November 1 and remains in effect through March 31.

While the Cold Weather Rule is in effect, utility companies cannot disconnect a customer's service when the local temperatures are forecast to drop below 35 degrees within the following 48-hour period. The Kansas Corporation Commission, the agency that regulates public utilities in the state, implemented the rule in 1983 to prevent utility companies from disconnecting a customer's natural gas or electric service during periods of extreme cold.

The Cold Weather Rule also requires utility companies to offer a 12-month payment plan to allow consumers to maintain or re-establish service. Any residential customer with a past due balance will qualify for payment arrangements; however, it is the customer's responsibility to contact their gas or electric company to make those arrangements.

Payment plan terms to maintain or restore service require that customers agree to pay 1/12th of the total amount owed, 1/12th of the current bill, the full amount of any disconnection or reconnection fee, plus any applicable deposit to the utility. The remaining balance must be paid in equal payments over the next 11 months, in addition to the current monthly bill.

The Cold Weather Rule applies only to residential customers of electric and natural gas utility companies under the&nbsp;<a href="https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2Fl%2FeyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTEwMjkuNDgwODE4MTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL2tjYy5rcy5nb3YvYWJvdXQtdXMvanVyaXNkaWN0aW9uP3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.z4A6UmRSHOf4F-MQSb2kmUAFGU-s-5CLtnUeWAjEun8%2Fs%2F1510803189%2Fbr%2F115360877620-l%3Futm_medium%3Demail%26utm_source%3Dgovdelivery&amp;c=E%2C1%2CcH3tkufaUn9uixSUtKvg33XHSKYKtiyNfTaQVhE_vB-UpukIcB-6PizDCyjle2i8yYlZKkOx8duRExJ3lAKWYs6OlUp-fy-PqpqK3udO0Kllef6x&amp;typo=1&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=govdelivery" target="_blank">KCC's jurisdiction</a>, however many municipal utilities and cooperatives have similar winter weather policies.

Information about the Cold Weather Rule is available on the&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmtjYy5rcy5nb3YvY29uc3VtZXItaW5mb3JtYXRpb24vY29sZC13ZWF0aGVyLXJ1bGU_dXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNlPWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5IiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDIzMTAzMC44NDgyODg2MSJ9.tbhbi1jnIKUZ9V33An66ftzDJffc6Obefla1c4g6SR4/s/2166754292/br/229515906980-l" target="_blank">Commission’s website</a>. Kansans may also contact their local utility company or the KCC's Office of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at 800-662-0027 or 785-271-3140.

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 </figure>KCC TOPEKA&nbsp;– The Cold Weather Rule, designed to help Kansans who are behind on their utility payments avoid disconnection during the winter months, began November 1 and remains in effect through March 31.While the Cold Weather Rule is in effect, utility companies cannot disconnect a customer's service when the local temperatures are forecast to drop below 35 degrees within the following 48-hour period. The Kansas Corporation Commission, the agency that regulates public utilities in the state, implemented the rule in 1983 to prevent utility companies from disconnecting a customer's natural gas or electric service during periods of extreme cold.The Cold Weather Rule also requires utility companies to offer a 12-month payment plan to allow consumers to maintain or re-establish service. Any residential customer with a past due balance will qualify for payment arrangements; however, it is the customer's responsibility to contact their gas or electric company to make those arrangements.Payment plan terms to maintain or restore service require that customers agree to pay 1/12th of the total amount owed, 1/12th of the current bill, the full amount of any disconnection or reconnection fee, plus any applicable deposit to the utility. The remaining balance must be paid in equal payments over the next 11 months, in addition to the current monthly bill.The Cold Weather Rule applies only to residential customers of electric and natural gas utility companies under the&nbsp;<a href="https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2Fl%2FeyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTEwMjkuNDgwODE4MTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL2tjYy5rcy5nb3YvYWJvdXQtdXMvanVyaXNkaWN0aW9uP3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.z4A6UmRSHOf4F-MQSb2kmUAFGU-s-5CLtnUeWAjEun8%2Fs%2F1510803189%2Fbr%2F115360877620-l%3Futm_medium%3Demail%26utm_source%3Dgovdelivery&amp;c=E%2C1%2CcH3tkufaUn9uixSUtKvg33XHSKYKtiyNfTaQVhE_vB-UpukIcB-6PizDCyjle2i8yYlZKkOx8duRExJ3lAKWYs6OlUp-fy-PqpqK3udO0Kllef6x&amp;typo=1&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=govdelivery" target="_blank">KCC's jurisdiction</a>, however many municipal utilities and cooperatives have similar winter weather policies.Information about the Cold Weather Rule is available on the&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmtjYy5rcy5nb3YvY29uc3VtZXItaW5mb3JtYXRpb24vY29sZC13ZWF0aGVyLXJ1bGU_dXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNlPWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5IiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDIzMTAzMC44NDgyODg2MSJ9.tbhbi1jnIKUZ9V33An66ftzDJffc6Obefla1c4g6SR4/s/2166754292/br/229515906980-l" target="_blank">Commission’s website</a>. Kansans may also contact their local utility company or the KCC's Office of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at 800-662-0027 or 785-271-3140.

Kansas Cold Weather Rule now in effect 

By&nbsp;RACHEL MIPRO&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kansasreflector.com/">Kansas Reflector</a>

TOPEKA — Kansas researchers will turn their focus to wheat, millet and other crops in a federally funded attempt to tackle world hunger.

The U.S. Agency for International Development awarded Kansas State University $22 million to research how best to promote the growth of crops as climate change and global instability continues to derail the agricultural industry.

K-State will lead the Feed the Future Climate Resilient Cereals Innovational Lab, or CRCIL, focusing on sorghum, millet, wheat and rice as major world crops that need to be protected. The university will partner with several other state universities including Cornell University and Louisiana State University, along with international partners in South Asia, Eastern and Western Africa and Latin America.

Jagger Harvey, director of CRCIL and a research professor in the Plant Pathology Department at K-State, said the project will look at ways to make these crops more resilient, including researching seed modification to help double food production and crop durability as climate conditions worsen.

“Kansas farmers and researchers are no strangers to harsh climatic conditions impacting cereal production,” Harvey said. “This makes K-State the perfect home for this new initiative.”

The funding will support collaborative research, along with using plant-breeding technology, such as DNA sequencing and genotyping, crop modeling and quicker growth methods, with the end goal of providing hardier crops to farmers around the world.

Dina Esposito, USAID’s assistant to the administrator for Resilience, Environment, and Food Security, said the initiative would help tackle problems of hunger and poverty.

“Advancing this work is critical to generating a pipeline of climate-adapted crops so we can strengthen the resilience of small-scale farmers and meet their current and future needs,” Esposito said.&nbsp;

Jared Crain, a K-State plant pathology department research assistant professor who will serve as the associate director of the innovation lab, estimated that more than 50% of the world’s caloric intake comes from cereal crops.

“With the exception of maize, CRCIL is dedicated to identifying and using genetic variation to improve farmers’ production and consumers’ acceptance of the top vital cereals,” Crain said.

The $22 million award is the fifth award that K-State has received through Feed the Future, a federal initiative attempting to combat world hunger. USAID has invested nearly $128 million in K-State innovation labs for research into agricultural areas such as post-harvest losses and increasing harvest yields.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1698957681671.png" alt=" Kansas State University will use the $22 million on collaborative crop research. (Perry Beeman/Iowa Capital Dispatch)" />
 <figcaption> Kansas State University will use the $22 million on collaborative crop research. (Perry Beeman/Iowa Capital Dispatch)</figcaption>
 </figure>By&nbsp;RACHEL MIPRO&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kansasreflector.com/">Kansas Reflector</a>TOPEKA — Kansas researchers will turn their focus to wheat, millet and other crops in a federally funded attempt to tackle world hunger.The U.S. Agency for International Development awarded Kansas State University $22 million to research how best to promote the growth of crops as climate change and global instability continues to derail the agricultural industry.K-State will lead the Feed the Future Climate Resilient Cereals Innovational Lab, or CRCIL, focusing on sorghum, millet, wheat and rice as major world crops that need to be protected. The university will partner with several other state universities including Cornell University and Louisiana State University, along with international partners in South Asia, Eastern and Western Africa and Latin America.Jagger Harvey, director of CRCIL and a research professor in the Plant Pathology Department at K-State, said the project will look at ways to make these crops more resilient, including researching seed modification to help double food production and crop durability as climate conditions worsen.“Kansas farmers and researchers are no strangers to harsh climatic conditions impacting cereal production,” Harvey said. “This makes K-State the perfect home for this new initiative.”The funding will support collaborative research, along with using plant-breeding technology, such as DNA sequencing and genotyping, crop modeling and quicker growth methods, with the end goal of providing hardier crops to farmers around the world.Dina Esposito, USAID’s assistant to the administrator for Resilience, Environment, and Food Security, said the initiative would help tackle problems of hunger and poverty.“Advancing this work is critical to generating a pipeline of climate-adapted crops so we can strengthen the resilience of small-scale farmers and meet their current and future needs,” Esposito said.&nbsp;Jared Crain, a K-State plant pathology department research assistant professor who will serve as the associate director of the innovation lab, estimated that more than 50% of the world’s caloric intake comes from cereal crops.“With the exception of maize, CRCIL is dedicated to identifying and using genetic variation to improve farmers’ production and consumers’ acceptance of the top vital cereals,” Crain said.The $22 million award is the fifth award that K-State has received through Feed the Future, a federal initiative attempting to combat world hunger. USAID has invested nearly $128 million in K-State innovation labs for research into agricultural areas such as post-harvest losses and increasing harvest yields.

Kansas State to lead climate change food-strengthening initiative

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;

ANGELA RAQUEL JACKSON, 52, Junction City, Failure to appear; Bond $1,000

CRYSTAL DAWN MCPHERON, 41, Manhattan, Probation Violation; Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose felony warrant service or execution; Bond $10,000

AARON MICHAEL FINCH, 36, Manhattan, Criminal threat; Cause terror, evacuation, or disruption x5; Remains confined to Riley County Jail

KATIE LEANN POSCH, 28, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $1,500

LAQUINTA RAE BROWN, 34, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $1,000

JADRIEN JOSHUA KENYE WILLIAMS VANN, 27, Topeka, Failure to appear; Bond $500

DAMERIUS MCGEE, 18, Ogden, Probation Violation; Remains confined to Riley County Jail

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;ANGELA RAQUEL JACKSON, 52, Junction City, Failure to appear; Bond $1,000CRYSTAL DAWN MCPHERON, 41, Manhattan, Probation Violation; Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose felony warrant service or execution; Bond $10,000AARON MICHAEL FINCH, 36, Manhattan, Criminal threat; Cause terror, evacuation, or disruption x5; Remains confined to Riley County JailKATIE LEANN POSCH, 28, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $1,500LAQUINTA RAE BROWN, 34, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $1,000JADRIEN JOSHUA KENYE WILLIAMS VANN, 27, Topeka, Failure to appear; Bond $500DAMERIUS MCGEE, 18, Ogden, Probation Violation; Remains confined to Riley County Jail

Riley County Arrest Report November 2

SHAWN PAUL SAMUELSON, 23, Westmoreland, Distribution of controlled substance; Causing death; 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;SHAWN PAUL SAMUELSON, 23, Westmoreland, Distribution of controlled substance; Causing death; Bond $25,000

Riley County Arrest Report November 1

The Flint Hills&nbsp;Discovery&nbsp;Center&nbsp;(FHDC) will welcome award-winning conservation photographer Michael Forsberg for two events on Friday, November 3, according to a media release.

Forsberg's&nbsp;Great Plains: America's Lingering Wild&nbsp;is the current&nbsp;temporary exhibit&nbsp;on display at the FHDC through January 7, 2024.First, experience a once-in-a-lifetime intimate tour of the exhibit with Forsberg from 5:30-6:30 p.m.. 

As you stroll among his breathtaking images, Forsberg will be available to talk about his photography, his travels, and his process, or anything else you would like to discuss.Tickets are $30 per person and include&nbsp;light hors d'oeuvres with a selection of beer and wine. 

A&nbsp;limited number of tickets remain.&nbsp;Attendees must be 21+.&nbsp;Register online at&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=12a10ef788&amp;e=ae94a9aa01" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/forsbergtickets</a>, by phone at 785-587-2726, or in person at the&nbsp;Discovery&nbsp;Center.

Following the VIP event, Forsberg will present “Finding Home in Flyover Country - A Photographer’s Journey” at 7 p.m. in the dome. 

There is no cost to attend the public lecture, but the gallery will not be open following his talk, so the VIP Gallery Walk will be the only opportunity that evening to view his photography.

The highly visual public presentation is an account of his personal journey crisscrossing the heart of America, photographing the peoples and places that became the&nbsp;Great Plains: America's Lingering Wild&nbsp;exhibit. Funding from Humanities Kansas made this lecture possible.

The Flint Hills&nbsp;Discovery&nbsp;Center&nbsp;(FHDC) will welcome award-winning conservation photographer Michael Forsberg for two events on Friday, November 3, according to a media release.Forsberg's&nbsp;Great Plains: America's Lingering Wild&nbsp;is the current&nbsp;temporary exhibit&nbsp;on display at the FHDC through January 7, 2024.First, experience a once-in-a-lifetime intimate tour of the exhibit with Forsberg from 5:30-6:30 p.m.. As you stroll among his breathtaking images, Forsberg will be available to talk about his photography, his travels, and his process, or anything else you would like to discuss.Tickets are $30 per person and include&nbsp;light hors d'oeuvres with a selection of beer and wine. A&nbsp;limited number of tickets remain.&nbsp;Attendees must be 21+.&nbsp;Register online at&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=12a10ef788&amp;e=ae94a9aa01" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/forsbergtickets</a>, by phone at 785-587-2726, or in person at the&nbsp;Discovery&nbsp;Center.Following the VIP event, Forsberg will present “Finding Home in Flyover Country - A Photographer’s Journey” at 7 p.m. in the dome. There is no cost to attend the public lecture, but the gallery will not be open following his talk, so the VIP Gallery Walk will be the only opportunity that evening to view his photography.The highly visual public presentation is an account of his personal journey crisscrossing the heart of America, photographing the peoples and places that became the&nbsp;Great Plains: America's Lingering Wild&nbsp;exhibit. Funding from Humanities Kansas made this lecture possible.

Award-winning photographer coming to Discovery Center

RAYMOND EUGENE MCNETT II, 50, Plevna, KS; Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 2nd conviction; blood/breath .08 &gt;; Bond $1,500

ALTIA CATHERINE KEMNITZ, 52, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Remains confined to Riley County Jail

RAPHIEL ANDREW WILLIAMS, 25, Wichita, Extradition of imprisoned person; Remains confined to Riley County Jail

JASON LAWRENCE CALHOUN, 45, Manhattan, Burglary; Dwelling to commit felony, theft, domestic violence or sexually motivated crime x2; Bond $10,000

AMY JEAN ROTH, 37, Manhattan, Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Bond $3,000

RANDALL CLARKE REITZ, 55, Manhattan, Driving while suspended; 1st conviction; Bond $1,500

ANDREW PAUL BRANDENBURG, 44, Manhattan, Criminal trespass; Property as posted per KSA 32-1013; Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution; Bond $1,000

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;RAYMOND EUGENE MCNETT II, 50, Plevna, KS; Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 2nd conviction; blood/breath .08 &gt;; Bond $1,500ALTIA CATHERINE KEMNITZ, 52, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Remains confined to Riley County JailRAPHIEL ANDREW WILLIAMS, 25, Wichita, Extradition of imprisoned person; Remains confined to Riley County JailJASON LAWRENCE CALHOUN, 45, Manhattan, Burglary; Dwelling to commit felony, theft, domestic violence or sexually motivated crime x2; Bond $10,000AMY JEAN ROTH, 37, Manhattan, Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Bond $3,000RANDALL CLARKE REITZ, 55, Manhattan, Driving while suspended; 1st conviction; Bond $1,500ANDREW PAUL BRANDENBURG, 44, Manhattan, Criminal trespass; Property as posted per KSA 32-1013; Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution; Bond $1,000

Riley County Arrest Report October 31

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

Just before 10:30a.m. Monday, officers filed a report for criminal damage to property in the 1300 block of Laramie Street in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

The City of Manhattan reported a known male suspect damaged the parking garage elevator. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $5,000

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged criminal damage to property in Manhattan.Just before 10:30a.m. Monday, officers filed a report for criminal damage to property in the 1300 block of Laramie Street in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.The City of Manhattan reported a known male suspect damaged the parking garage elevator. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $5,000

RCPD: Man damaged parking garage elevator in Manhattan

MANHATTAN — The Kansas State University and Stormont Vail Health Research Collaboration has been expanded with the launch of a new clinical research space to create more opportunities for clinical health care research collaboration between K-State faculty and students and Stormont Vail practitioners and patients.

The partnership between K-State and Stormont Vail began in 2020 with a collaborative study between the health care system and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hhs.k-state.edu/kines/about/people/cade.html">Carl Ade</a>, K-State associate professor of kinesiology, and it has extended to be a universitywide opportunity."

K-State research has needs for clinical expertise as well as patients for research studies, and Stormont Vail has clinicians who want to be involved in research and patients who want to be involved in studies," Ade said. "It's a great opportunity for both parties to engage in a mutually beneficial partnership."

Ade serves as the liaison between Stormont Vail and K-State, connecting university researchers to physicians and patients at Stormont Vail and vice versa."

My team wants to bridge the gap and make it easier for K-State researchers to access the clinical expertise and patients and for Stormont Vail to access the scientific powerhouse that is K-State," Ade said. "This benefits the patients of this region — they can give back through research studies, and it gives patients in this part of the state access to research trials they might not have access to otherwise."

According to Ade, if a Stormont Vail physician or nurse has an idea but no time or resources to explore it, they can reach out to him for connections to faculty members who are working in that research area. Likewise, if a faculty member is leading a research project that requires a clinical study, Ade can facilitate a connection with Stormont Vail's clinical research center to see if the study is feasible and potentially seek out eligible patients to participate."

The recent openings of the Stormont Vail Health Manhattan Campus and Flint Hills Campus in Junction City surround the university with new Stormont facilities, resources, health care providers and patients," said Mary Martell, vice president and regional administrator for Stormont Vail. "What we can do together is unlimited; it's an exciting time for our health system, the patients and communities we serve, and for the next generation of the scientific platform we are creating with K-State."

The new dedicated research space is provided by the C. Clyde and Midge Jones family. It includes an exam room with clinical space for research studies at Stormont Vail's Manhattan Campus.

All research will be faculty-driven, and there will be opportunities for students to be closely involved."

This is a great opportunity for pre-health students and those who work in research labs," Ade said. "They may be able to go collect data in a clinical setting and be involved in these types of studies that are typically only available at institutions with medical schools."

Though the expanded partnership and new space were just formalized in fall 2023, there are already multiple collaborative projects in early stages, including those with researchers from K-State's Carl R. Ice College of Engineering, College of Arts and Sciences, College of Health and Human Sciences, and the Cognitive and Neurobiological Approaches to Plasticity, or CNAP, Center."

This partnership will enable exciting new collaborations between K-State researchers and Stormont Vail that, in turn, can lead to new technologies, practices, diagnostics and therapies for improved health and health outcomes," said David Rosowsky, vice president for research at K-State. "This is another example of K-State's commitment to defining the next-gen land-grant university by contributing to community health and well-being in Kansas."

Questions about the partnership can be directed to Ade at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cade@k-state.edu">cade@k-state.edu</a>.The Kansas State University and Stormont Vail Health Research Collaboration supports the goals of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.k-state.edu/105/">K-State 105</a>&nbsp;initiative, K-State's answer to the call for a comprehensive economic growth and advancement solution for Kansas. K-State 105 forges the connections and partnerships that create access to additional expertise within other state institutions and agencies, nonprofits and corporations — all part of an effort to build additional capacities and strengths in each of the 105 counties in the state.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/10/1698752944932.png" alt="Kansas State University and Stormont Vail have expanded their partnership and will collaborate on clinical health care research with the launch of a new clinical research space at the Stormont Vail Manhattan Campus. | Download this photo." />
 <figcaption>Kansas State University and Stormont Vail have expanded their partnership and will collaborate on clinical health care research with the launch of a new clinical research space at the Stormont Vail Manhattan Campus. | Download this photo.</figcaption>
 </figure>By Malorie SougéyMANHATTAN — The Kansas State University and Stormont Vail Health Research Collaboration has been expanded with the launch of a new clinical research space to create more opportunities for clinical health care research collaboration between K-State faculty and students and Stormont Vail practitioners and patients.The partnership between K-State and Stormont Vail began in 2020 with a collaborative study between the health care system and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hhs.k-state.edu/kines/about/people/cade.html">Carl Ade</a>, K-State associate professor of kinesiology, and it has extended to be a universitywide opportunity."K-State research has needs for clinical expertise as well as patients for research studies, and Stormont Vail has clinicians who want to be involved in research and patients who want to be involved in studies," Ade said. "It's a great opportunity for both parties to engage in a mutually beneficial partnership."Ade serves as the liaison between Stormont Vail and K-State, connecting university researchers to physicians and patients at Stormont Vail and vice versa."My team wants to bridge the gap and make it easier for K-State researchers to access the clinical expertise and patients and for Stormont Vail to access the scientific powerhouse that is K-State," Ade said. "This benefits the patients of this region — they can give back through research studies, and it gives patients in this part of the state access to research trials they might not have access to otherwise."According to Ade, if a Stormont Vail physician or nurse has an idea but no time or resources to explore it, they can reach out to him for connections to faculty members who are working in that research area. Likewise, if a faculty member is leading a research project that requires a clinical study, Ade can facilitate a connection with Stormont Vail's clinical research center to see if the study is feasible and potentially seek out eligible patients to participate."The recent openings of the Stormont Vail Health Manhattan Campus and Flint Hills Campus in Junction City surround the university with new Stormont facilities, resources, health care providers and patients," said Mary Martell, vice president and regional administrator for Stormont Vail. "What we can do together is unlimited; it's an exciting time for our health system, the patients and communities we serve, and for the next generation of the scientific platform we are creating with K-State."The new dedicated research space is provided by the C. Clyde and Midge Jones family. It includes an exam room with clinical space for research studies at Stormont Vail's Manhattan Campus.All research will be faculty-driven, and there will be opportunities for students to be closely involved."This is a great opportunity for pre-health students and those who work in research labs," Ade said. "They may be able to go collect data in a clinical setting and be involved in these types of studies that are typically only available at institutions with medical schools."Though the expanded partnership and new space were just formalized in fall 2023, there are already multiple collaborative projects in early stages, including those with researchers from K-State's Carl R. Ice College of Engineering, College of Arts and Sciences, College of Health and Human Sciences, and the Cognitive and Neurobiological Approaches to Plasticity, or CNAP, Center."This partnership will enable exciting new collaborations between K-State researchers and Stormont Vail that, in turn, can lead to new technologies, practices, diagnostics and therapies for improved health and health outcomes," said David Rosowsky, vice president for research at K-State. "This is another example of K-State's commitment to defining the next-gen land-grant university by contributing to community health and well-being in Kansas."Questions about the partnership can be directed to Ade at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cade@k-state.edu">cade@k-state.edu</a>.The Kansas State University and Stormont Vail Health Research Collaboration supports the goals of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.k-state.edu/105/">K-State 105</a>&nbsp;initiative, K-State's answer to the call for a comprehensive economic growth and advancement solution for Kansas. K-State 105 forges the connections and partnerships that create access to additional expertise within other state institutions and agencies, nonprofits and corporations — all part of an effort to build additional capacities and strengths in each of the 105 counties in the state.

K-State partnership with Stormont Vail to open doors for health care research collaboration

AMY JEAN ROTH, 37, Manhattan, Burglary; Dwelling to commit felony, theft, domestic violence or sexually motivated crime; Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Bond $12,000

DONNITHAN MAURICE JONES, 30, Manhattan, Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; 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;AMY JEAN ROTH, 37, Manhattan, Burglary; Dwelling to commit felony, theft, domestic violence or sexually motivated crime; Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Bond $12,000DONNITHAN MAURICE JONES, 30, Manhattan, Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Bond $2,000

Riley County Arrest Report October 30

TOPEKA&nbsp;– The Cold Weather Rule, designed to help Kansans who are behind on their utility payments avoid disconnection during the winter months, will begin on Wednesday, November 1 and remain in effect through March 31.

TOPEKA&nbsp;– The Cold Weather Rule, designed to help Kansans who are behind on their utility payments avoid disconnection during the winter months, will begin on Wednesday, November 1 and remain in effect through March 31.While the Cold Weather Rule is in effect, utility companies cannot disconnect a customer's service when the local temperatures are forecast to drop below 35 degrees within the following 48-hour period. The Kansas Corporation Commission, the agency that regulates public utilities in the state, implemented the rule in 1983 to prevent utility companies from disconnecting a customer's natural gas or electric service during periods of extreme cold.The Cold Weather Rule also requires utility companies to offer a 12-month payment plan to allow consumers to maintain or re-establish service. Any residential customer with a past due balance will qualify for payment arrangements; however, it is the customer's responsibility to contact their gas or electric company to make those arrangements.Payment plan terms to maintain or restore service require that customers agree to pay 1/12th of the total amount owed, 1/12th of the current bill, the full amount of any disconnection or reconnection fee, plus any applicable deposit to the utility. The remaining balance must be paid in equal payments over the next 11 months, in addition to the current monthly bill.The Cold Weather Rule applies only to residential customers of electric and natural gas utility companies under the&nbsp;<a href="https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2Fl%2FeyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTEwMjkuNDgwODE4MTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL2tjYy5rcy5nb3YvYWJvdXQtdXMvanVyaXNkaWN0aW9uP3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.z4A6UmRSHOf4F-MQSb2kmUAFGU-s-5CLtnUeWAjEun8%2Fs%2F1510803189%2Fbr%2F115360877620-l%3Futm_medium%3Demail%26utm_source%3Dgovdelivery&amp;c=E%2C1%2CcH3tkufaUn9uixSUtKvg33XHSKYKtiyNfTaQVhE_vB-UpukIcB-6PizDCyjle2i8yYlZKkOx8duRExJ3lAKWYs6OlUp-fy-PqpqK3udO0Kllef6x&amp;typo=1&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=govdelivery" target="_blank">KCC's jurisdiction</a>, however many municipal utilities and cooperatives have similar winter weather policies.Kansas Corporation Commission release

The Kansas Cold Weather Rule takes effect November 1

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

Just after 5p.m. Sunday, police arrested 37-year-old Amy Roth of Manhattan in the 400 block of Leavenworth Street in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

Roth was arrested on probable cause offenses of burglary and criminal trespass. Roth was issued a total bond of $12,000 and is no longer in custody

She has previous convictions for theft, forgery, burglary and criminal possession of a weapon, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections.&nbsp;

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 </figure>RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas felon on new allegations.Just after 5p.m. Sunday, police arrested 37-year-old Amy Roth of Manhattan in the 400 block of Leavenworth Street in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.Roth was arrested on probable cause offenses of burglary and criminal trespass. Roth was issued a total bond of $12,000 and is no longer in custodyShe has previous convictions for theft, forgery, burglary and criminal possession of a weapon, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections.&nbsp;

RCPD: Kansas felon accused of burglary

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a member of the Kansas State University basketball team for an early morning incident in Manhattan.

Just before 2a.m. Sunday, police arrested 22-year-old Naeqwan Tommy Nicholas Tomlin of Manhattan at Tubby's Sports Bar, 1127 Moro Street in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department arrest report.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.kstatesports.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/nae-qwan-tomlin/11221">Tomlin is a senior member</a> of the K-State basketball team, according to the school's web site.

Tomlin was held on a $750.00 bond on requested charges of&nbsp;Disorderly conduct; Brawling or fighting.&nbsp; He posted bond and was released just before 5a.m., according to online jail records.

 &nbsp;Police released no additional detail early Sunday.

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 </figure>RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a member of the Kansas State University basketball team for an early morning incident in Manhattan.Just before 2a.m. Sunday, police arrested 22-year-old Naeqwan Tommy Nicholas Tomlin of Manhattan at Tubby's Sports Bar, 1127 Moro Street in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department arrest report.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.kstatesports.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/nae-qwan-tomlin/11221">Tomlin is a senior member</a> of the K-State basketball team, according to the school's web site.Tomlin was held on a $750.00 bond on requested charges of&nbsp;Disorderly conduct; Brawling or fighting.&nbsp; He posted bond and was released just before 5a.m., according to online jail records. &nbsp;Police released no additional detail early Sunday.

RCPD: K-State basketball player arrested for bar fight

NAEQWAN TOMMY NICHOLAS TOMLIN, 22, Manhattan, Disorderly conduct; Brawling or fighting; Bond $750

TYLER DEAN WILSON,&nbsp;33, Ogden, Aggravated domestic battery; choke in rude manner; family member/dating relationship; Criminal threat; Cause terror; evacuation or disruption; Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to fmaily/person in dating relationship; 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;NAEQWAN TOMMY NICHOLAS TOMLIN, 22, Manhattan, Disorderly conduct; Brawling or fighting; Bond $750TYLER DEAN WILSON,&nbsp;33, Ogden, Aggravated domestic battery; choke in rude manner; family member/dating relationship; Criminal threat; Cause terror; evacuation or disruption; Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to fmaily/person in dating relationship; Bond $5,000

Riley County Arrest Report October 29

THOMAS KEITH TRUESDALE, 26, Riley, Criminal threat; Cause terror, evacuation or disruption; Stalking; Reckless conduct causing fear to person or family; Bond $5,000

ALAN EZEQUIEL GARCIA, 20, Burbank, CA, Liquor; Purchase/possess/consume by minor 18-20 yrs; 1st conviction; Bond $300

RYAN ALEXANDER JONES, 21, Manhattan, Aggravated sexual battery; Force or fear; Rape; Sexual intercourse without consent or use of force; Bond $50,000

PHILTASHA TRAYVEON POWELL, 27, Topeka, Theft of property or services; Value less than $1,500; Shoplifting; 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;THOMAS KEITH TRUESDALE, 26, Riley, Criminal threat; Cause terror, evacuation or disruption; Stalking; Reckless conduct causing fear to person or family; Bond $5,000ALAN EZEQUIEL GARCIA, 20, Burbank, CA, Liquor; Purchase/possess/consume by minor 18-20 yrs; 1st conviction; Bond $300RYAN ALEXANDER JONES, 21, Manhattan, Aggravated sexual battery; Force or fear; Rape; Sexual intercourse without consent or use of force; Bond $50,000PHILTASHA TRAYVEON POWELL, 27, Topeka, Theft of property or services; Value less than $1,500; Shoplifting; Bond $750

Riley County Arrest Report October 28

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a shooting at a house party in Manhattan have made three arrests and need the public's assistance finding Marc Oliver, 18, of Manhattan.

Oliver is believed to be armed and dangerous. Do not approach him if seen. If you have any information on Oliver's whereabouts, please contact the Riley County Police Department at (785) 537-2112 or Crime Stoppers at (785) 539-7777. In an emergency call 911. You can submit tips online here: <a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=353&amp;fbclid=IwAR1GHVjFgfT3ues8-8f91kX8WxuPB2Km53SLcXi2j3GMvavjQuRYfzwpJh0" target="_blank">https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=353</a>#

Just before 3a.m. October 21, the Riley County Police Department Communication Center received several 911 calls reporting gunfire.&nbsp;When officers arrived on scene, they found 2 male victims with gunshot wounds. A 3rd male victim arrived at the hospital with a gunshot wound from the incident.&nbsp;

On Thursday evening police reported the arrest of 21-year-old Cordarius Gowdy; 18-year-old Damerius McGee both of Ogden and Christopher Stowers, 21, of Manhattan on requested charges&nbsp; of attempted first-degree murder, aggravated battery and one count of firing into an occupied dwelling.

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 </figure>RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a shooting at a house party in Manhattan have made three arrests and need the public's assistance finding Marc Oliver, 18, of Manhattan.Oliver is believed to be armed and dangerous. Do not approach him if seen. If you have any information on Oliver's whereabouts, please contact the Riley County Police Department at (785) 537-2112 or Crime Stoppers at (785) 539-7777. In an emergency call 911. You can submit tips online here: <a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=353&amp;fbclid=IwAR1GHVjFgfT3ues8-8f91kX8WxuPB2Km53SLcXi2j3GMvavjQuRYfzwpJh0" target="_blank">https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=353</a>#Just before 3a.m. October 21, the Riley County Police Department Communication Center received several 911 calls reporting gunfire.&nbsp;When officers arrived on scene, they found 2 male victims with gunshot wounds. A 3rd male victim arrived at the hospital with a gunshot wound from the incident.&nbsp;On Thursday evening police reported the arrest of 21-year-old Cordarius Gowdy; 18-year-old Damerius McGee both of Ogden and Christopher Stowers, 21, of Manhattan on requested charges&nbsp; of attempted first-degree murder, aggravated battery and one count of firing into an occupied dwelling.

RCPD: Manhattan shooting suspect still hiding from police

On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman speaks with Entrepreneur and inventor Mike Farmer.

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by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post

RILEY COUNTY - On Monday, October 30th, Kansas Department of Transportation(KDOT) crews will begin an emergency repair project on the 56th Avenue bridge over K-18.

KDOT will be repairing damages previously made to the underside of the bridge by a semi truck hauling large equipment.

The initial phase of the project will close the westbound K-18 lanes under the bridge and the 56th Avenue bridge while crews repair or replace damaged girders on the underside of the bridge.

Westbound traffic on K-18 will be re-routed up the 56th Avenue off-ramp and back onto K-18 using the on-ramp. The stop sign at the top of the off-ramp will be covered and traffic will be reduced to a 30 mph speed limit through the area.

Eastbound traffic on K-18 will not be affected by the project. The eastbound K-18 off- and on-ramps will be open for travel south of the bridge only during the repair project.

Travelers wanting to reach the Manhattan Regional Airport will need to use either the Scenic Drive exit east of the airport and follow Skyway Drive west to the airport or take the K-114 exit west of the airport and follow Skyway Drive east to the airport.

KDOT expects the first phase to be completed in late December, weather permitting, which will allow westbound K-18 to reopen, along with one lane in each direction on 56th Avenue reopening.

Bridges Inc., of Newton, is the prime contractor on the $640,000 project, which is expected to be complete by late January 2024.

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostRILEY COUNTY - On Monday, October 30th, Kansas Department of Transportation(KDOT) crews will begin an emergency repair project on the 56th Avenue bridge over K-18.KDOT will be repairing damages previously made to the underside of the bridge by a semi truck hauling large equipment.The initial phase of the project will close the westbound K-18 lanes under the bridge and the 56th Avenue bridge while crews repair or replace damaged girders on the underside of the bridge.Westbound traffic on K-18 will be re-routed up the 56th Avenue off-ramp and back onto K-18 using the on-ramp. The stop sign at the top of the off-ramp will be covered and traffic will be reduced to a 30 mph speed limit through the area.Eastbound traffic on K-18 will not be affected by the project. The eastbound K-18 off- and on-ramps will be open for travel south of the bridge only during the repair project.Travelers wanting to reach the Manhattan Regional Airport will need to use either the Scenic Drive exit east of the airport and follow Skyway Drive west to the airport or take the K-114 exit west of the airport and follow Skyway Drive east to the airport.KDOT expects the first phase to be completed in late December, weather permitting, which will allow westbound K-18 to reopen, along with one lane in each direction on 56th Avenue reopening.Bridges Inc., of Newton, is the prime contractor on the $640,000 project, which is expected to be complete by late January 2024.

KDOT: Westbound K-18 detour, overpass repair begins Mon., October 30

RICHARD WILFREDO ESPINAL HERNADEZ, 24, Hutchinson, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

JOHNATHON LEE GLUKOWSKY, 15, Ogden, Aggravated assault; Use of a deadly weapon; Assault; Processed through North Central Kansas Juvenile Intake

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

RAPHIEL ANDREW WILLIAMS, 25, Wichita, Failure to appear; Bond $10,000

CHRISTOPHER LEE STOWERS, 21, Manhattan, Attempted murder in the 1st degree; Intentional and premeditated; Interference with LEO; knowingly flee by means other than motor vehicle for felony case; Aggravated battery; Knowingly use weapon cause grt body harm/disfigure/death; Criminal discharge of firearm; Recklessly at occupied dwelling; Bond $1,000,000

DAMERIUS MCGEE, 18, Ogden, Interference with LEO; knowingly flee by means other than motor vehicle for felony case; Aggravated battery; Knowingly use weapon cause grt body harm/disfigure/death; Attempted murder in the 1st degree; Intentional and premeditated; Bond $1,000,000

CORDARIUS DEVONTE MAURICE GOWDY, 21, Ogden, Attempted murder in the 1st degree; Intentional and premeditated; Aggravated battery; Knowingly use weapon cause grt body harm/disfigure/death; Criminal discharge of firearm; Recklessly at occupied dwelling; Bond $1,000,000

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;RICHARD WILFREDO ESPINAL HERNADEZ, 24, Hutchinson, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750JOHNATHON LEE GLUKOWSKY, 15, Ogden, Aggravated assault; Use of a deadly weapon; Assault; Processed through North Central Kansas Juvenile IntakeBRANDON LLOYD WELTY, 25, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $500RAPHIEL ANDREW WILLIAMS, 25, Wichita, Failure to appear; Bond $10,000CHRISTOPHER LEE STOWERS, 21, Manhattan, Attempted murder in the 1st degree; Intentional and premeditated; Interference with LEO; knowingly flee by means other than motor vehicle for felony case; Aggravated battery; Knowingly use weapon cause grt body harm/disfigure/death; Criminal discharge of firearm; Recklessly at occupied dwelling; Bond $1,000,000DAMERIUS MCGEE, 18, Ogden, Interference with LEO; knowingly flee by means other than motor vehicle for felony case; Aggravated battery; Knowingly use weapon cause grt body harm/disfigure/death; Attempted murder in the 1st degree; Intentional and premeditated; Bond $1,000,000CORDARIUS DEVONTE MAURICE GOWDY, 21, Ogden, Attempted murder in the 1st degree; Intentional and premeditated; Aggravated battery; Knowingly use weapon cause grt body harm/disfigure/death; Criminal discharge of firearm; Recklessly at occupied dwelling; Bond $1,000,000

Riley County Arrest Report October 27 

Scare away bacteria with these ideas on keeping goodies safe

&nbsp;Temperatures are dropping and leaves are falling which means Halloween is quickly approaching. While the holiday is not always thought to be overly risky in terms of food safety, any time perishable foods are left out can be a nightmare.

“Perishable foods such as meat and cheese trays, pasta dishes or finger sandwiches should be kept in a refrigerator until the party starts,” said Karen Blakeslee, Kansas State University food scientist and coordinator of K-State’s&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rrc.k-state.edu/">Rapid Response Center</a>.

Blakeslee shared tips on how to keep party food safe to eat:

● Arrange food on small platters so you can refrigerate and rotate food within two hours.

● Use party tray lids as coolers by filling them with ice and setting the trays on top.

● Store treats that need to be hot or cold. They should not be left out at room temperature for longer than two hours. &nbsp;● Wait until the dough and batters are fully cooked before taste testing. Say no to raw dough as uncooked flour has been linked to foodborne illness outbreaks. ● Beware of unpasteurized juice or cider, as it can contain harmful bacteria such as&nbsp;coli&nbsp;O157:H7 or&nbsp;Salmonella.

“Wash your hands before preparing food and keep raw meats away from ready to eat foods to prevent cross contamination,” Blakeslee said.

When planning a Halloween bash, keep in mind food allergies. To avoid allergic reactions, Blakeslee suggests asking guests beforehand if they have any food allergies. Keep in mind that sesame is now the ninth major food that can trigger allergic reactions, she said.

Trick-or-treating can be a sticky situation if candy is not thoroughly inspected. “Parents should examine the treats to avoid any tricks that may be in their bags. If any treats are damaged or open, discard them,” Blakeslee said.

When gathering treats to hand out, consider non-food items for kids with food allergies.

For parents, Blakeslee had another piece of advice to make Halloween a treat – and not a trick. “Give your goblins a meal or snack before trick-or-treating to fuel them through the fun,” she said.

Blakeslee publishes a monthly newsletter called&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rrc.k-state.edu/newsletter/">You Asked It!</a>&nbsp;that provides numerous tips on being safe and healthy. More information is also available from&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/about/statewide-locations.html">local extension offices</a>&nbsp;in Kansas.

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 </figure><h2>Scare away bacteria with these ideas on keeping goodies safe</h2>K-State Research and Extension&nbsp;Temperatures are dropping and leaves are falling which means Halloween is quickly approaching. While the holiday is not always thought to be overly risky in terms of food safety, any time perishable foods are left out can be a nightmare.“Perishable foods such as meat and cheese trays, pasta dishes or finger sandwiches should be kept in a refrigerator until the party starts,” said Karen Blakeslee, Kansas State University food scientist and coordinator of K-State’s&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rrc.k-state.edu/">Rapid Response Center</a>.Blakeslee shared tips on how to keep party food safe to eat:● Arrange food on small platters so you can refrigerate and rotate food within two hours.● Use party tray lids as coolers by filling them with ice and setting the trays on top. ● Store treats that need to be hot or cold. They should not be left out at room temperature for longer than two hours. &nbsp;● Wait until the dough and batters are fully cooked before taste testing. Say no to raw dough as uncooked flour has been linked to foodborne illness outbreaks. ● Beware of unpasteurized juice or cider, as it can contain harmful bacteria such as&nbsp;coli&nbsp;O157:H7 or&nbsp;Salmonella.“Wash your hands before preparing food and keep raw meats away from ready to eat foods to prevent cross contamination,” Blakeslee said.When planning a Halloween bash, keep in mind food allergies. To avoid allergic reactions, Blakeslee suggests asking guests beforehand if they have any food allergies. Keep in mind that sesame is now the ninth major food that can trigger allergic reactions, she said.Trick-or-treating can be a sticky situation if candy is not thoroughly inspected. “Parents should examine the treats to avoid any tricks that may be in their bags. If any treats are damaged or open, discard them,” Blakeslee said.When gathering treats to hand out, consider non-food items for kids with food allergies.For parents, Blakeslee had another piece of advice to make Halloween a treat – and not a trick. “Give your goblins a meal or snack before trick-or-treating to fuel them through the fun,” she said.Blakeslee publishes a monthly newsletter called&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rrc.k-state.edu/newsletter/">You Asked It!</a>&nbsp;that provides numerous tips on being safe and healthy. More information is also available from&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/about/statewide-locations.html">local extension offices</a>&nbsp;in Kansas.

K-State expert shares tips for Halloween food safety 

Joining me on Coffee Talk are Ellie Dillon, Director and M.L. Stahl, Music Director for the <a href="https://www.jclittletheater.org/">Junction City Little Theater</a> Production "Jersey Boys" on stage at the C.L. Hoover Opera House weekends Friday through Sunday November 3rd, 4th and 5th and again November 10th, 11th and 12. Curtain is 7:30 p.m. for the Friday and Saturday shows and 2 p.m. for the Sunday matinees.

"Jersey Boys" is the story of  four young men from the wrong side of the tracks in New Jersey who came together to form the iconic 1960s rock group The Four Seasons.

The Coffee Talk interview brings insight into the over two years it took Director Dillon to acquire the rights to put "Jersey Boys" on the C.L. Hoover Opera House stage; how the storyline develops through the spring, summer, fall and winter seasons narrated by the actors playing each member of the singing group; and the unique stage presentation.  Music Director Stahl says the music will be non-stop with the many hits of The Four Seasons. 

<div><iframe title="Episode 19: ”Jersey Boys”" 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=x7993-14e036d-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>By Jerry BrecheisenJoining me on Coffee Talk are Ellie Dillon, Director and M.L. Stahl, Music Director for the <a href="https://www.jclittletheater.org/">Junction City Little Theater</a> Production "Jersey Boys" on stage at the C.L. Hoover Opera House weekends Friday through Sunday November 3rd, 4th and 5th and again November 10th, 11th and 12. Curtain is 7:30 p.m. for the Friday and Saturday shows and 2 p.m. for the Sunday matinees."Jersey Boys" is the story of four young men from the wrong side of the tracks in New Jersey who came together to form the iconic 1960s rock group The Four Seasons.The Coffee Talk interview brings insight into the over two years it took Director Dillon to acquire the rights to put "Jersey Boys" on the C.L. Hoover Opera House stage; how the storyline develops through the spring, summer, fall and winter seasons narrated by the actors playing each member of the singing group; and the unique stage presentation. Music Director Stahl says the music will be non-stop with the many hits of The Four Seasons. <figure>
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Coffee Talk - "Jersey Boys"

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a shooting at a house party in Manhattan and have made three arrests.

On Thursday evening police reported the arrest of 21-year-old Cordarius Gowdy; 18-year-old Damerius McGee both of Ogden and Christopher Stowers, 21, of Manhattan on requested charges&nbsp; of attempted first-degree murder, aggravated battery and one count of firing into an occupied dwelling. 

Gowdy, McGee, and Stowers are each being held on a bond of $1 Million, according to the RCPD.

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a shooting at a house party in Manhattan and have made three arrests.Just before 3a.m. October 21, the Riley County Police Department Communication Center received several 911 calls reporting gunfire.&nbsp;When officers arrived on scene, they found 2 male victims with gunshot wounds. A 3rd male victim arrived at the hospital with a gunshot wound from the incident.&nbsp;On Thursday evening police reported the arrest of 21-year-old Cordarius Gowdy; 18-year-old Damerius McGee both of Ogden and Christopher Stowers, 21, of Manhattan on requested charges&nbsp; of attempted first-degree murder, aggravated battery and one count of firing into an occupied dwelling. Gowdy, McGee, and Stowers are each being held on a bond of $1 Million, according to the RCPD.

RCPD: 3 arrested for shooting at large house party in Manhattan

Authorities have confirmed the arrest of Demetrius Jones, 34, wanted in Columbia, South Carolina on a murder allegation. Junction City Police Chief John&nbsp; Lamb said Jones was arrested by police following a flock camera system alert that led to a traffic stop off of U.S. 77 in the 100 block of West 8th Street Wednesday morning.

Jones is incarcerated in the Geary County Detention Center. According to authorities there was a shooting incident in Columbia that led to the death of one person and injury to a second.

Lamb explained that JCPD has 11 cameras in their flocking system which can read license plates on vehicles and then run the information through the National Crime Information Center, and on local warrants as well. The cameras are located near various entrances to the community. They were installed early this summer.

Lamb confirmed there plans to add 12 more cameras to the system in Junction City in the future.

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 </figure>By Dewey TerrillJC PostAuthorities have confirmed the arrest of Demetrius Jones, 34, wanted in Columbia, South Carolina on a murder allegation. Junction City Police Chief John&nbsp; Lamb said Jones was arrested by police following a flock camera system alert that led to a traffic stop off of U.S. 77 in the 100 block of West 8th Street Wednesday morning.Jones is incarcerated in the Geary County Detention Center. According to authorities there was a shooting incident in Columbia that led to the death of one person and injury to a second.Lamb explained that JCPD has 11 cameras in their flocking system which can read license plates on vehicles and then run the information through the National Crime Information Center, and on local warrants as well. The cameras are located near various entrances to the community. They were installed early this summer.Lamb confirmed there plans to add 12 more cameras to the system in Junction City in the future.

South Carolina murder suspect captured in Geary County

DAVID LEE HUFFMAN, 41, Ogden, Violate offender registration act; 2nd conviction; person; x3; Bond $15,000

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;DAVID LEE HUFFMAN, 41, Ogden, Violate offender registration act; 2nd conviction; person; x3; Bond $15,000

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