MANHATTAN — The&nbsp;<a href="https://www.k-state.edu/105/" target="_blank">K-State 105 initiative</a>&nbsp;is supporting small business development in northwest Kansas through a collaborative approach that leverages the expertise and small business connections of higher education and statewide and regional partners.

Two universities — Kansas State University and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fhsu.edu/" target="_blank">Fort Hays State University</a>&nbsp;— as well as two K-State 105 partners —&nbsp;<a href="https://www.networkkansas.com/" target="_blank">NetWork Kansas</a>&nbsp;and the&nbsp;<a href="https://nwkeici.org/" target="_blank">Innovation Center</a>&nbsp;— are working together to expand the service offerings of the FHSU-led Small Business Development Center in northwest Kansas.

"Our K-State 105 initiative focuses on community engagement that&nbsp;drives&nbsp;economic impact and prosperity for Kansas and our 105 counties,"&nbsp;said Marshall Stewart, K-State senior vice president and chief of staff.&nbsp;"This type of innovative partnership that brings together higher education and economic development organizations across the state is exactly the type of work in which a next-generation land-grant university should engage.

"Through the partnership, K-State 105 is providing NetWork Kansas with funding that will go to resource partners and support entrepreneurship programming and technical assistance for small businesses in all 105 counties. 

"In this instance in northwest Kansas, NetWork Kansas will work with the Innovation Center to enhance the Kansas Small Business Development Center. The FHSU-led Kansas Small Business Development Center, or SBDC, operates as a network of eight regional economic development and business consulting centers that currently serve all 105 counties in the state.

"The businesses and communities of northwest Kansas will benefit greatly from this investment in professional expertise and better access to essential resources the SBDC and the Innovation Center will begin delivering in just a few short months," said Tisa Mason, president of Fort Hays State University. "This initiative will ensure our best business and economic development experts are working every day to advance economic prosperity throughout the High Plains.

"The SBDC and Innovation Center partnership will serve a larger number of clients in northwest Kansas than each organization can serve individually. The partners ultimately expect to serve 432 clients, help start 16 new businesses and conduct 60 capital transactions in fiscal year 2024.

"This new partnership will allow us to collectively deliver more assistance than we have been able to do individually," said Greg Jordan, state director of the SBDC. "Small businesses in western Kansas will reap the benefit of us all working more closely together to help them start, grow and thrive."

"Our shared efforts in the days ahead will contribute significantly to economic prosperity in northwest Kansas," said Scott Sproul, president and CEO of the Innovation Center.

"We congratulate Fort Hays State University, the Kansas Small Business Development Center and the Innovation Center on this impactful advancement and look forward to partnering further on K-State 105," said Erik Pedersen, president and chief operating officer of NetWork Kansas. 

"This initiative will work to integrate the resources on campus, as well as statewide, with Kansas small businesses in a way that will strengthen communities, create jobs and increase capital investment. In addition, intentional engagement will happen in critical-issue areas such as workforce, housing and child care."

The K-State 105 funding that will support this initiative comes from the annual state investment that K-State 105 received for fiscal year 2024. 

K-State 105 is Kansas State University's answer to the call for a comprehensive economic growth and advancement solution for Kansas. The initiative leverages the statewide K-State Research and Extension network to deliver the full breadth of the university's collective knowledge and solution-driven innovation to every Kansan, right where they live and work. 

Additionally, 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.



<figure>
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 </figure>MANHATTAN — The&nbsp;<a href="https://www.k-state.edu/105/" target="_blank">K-State 105 initiative</a>&nbsp;is supporting small business development in northwest Kansas through a collaborative approach that leverages the expertise and small business connections of higher education and statewide and regional partners. Two universities — Kansas State University and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fhsu.edu/" target="_blank">Fort Hays State University</a>&nbsp;— as well as two K-State 105 partners —&nbsp;<a href="https://www.networkkansas.com/" target="_blank">NetWork Kansas</a>&nbsp;and the&nbsp;<a href="https://nwkeici.org/" target="_blank">Innovation Center</a>&nbsp;— are working together to expand the service offerings of the FHSU-led Small Business Development Center in northwest Kansas."Our K-State 105 initiative focuses on community engagement that&nbsp;drives&nbsp;economic impact and prosperity for Kansas and our 105 counties,"&nbsp;said Marshall Stewart, K-State senior vice president and chief of staff.&nbsp;"This type of innovative partnership that brings together higher education and economic development organizations across the state is exactly the type of work in which a next-generation land-grant university should engage."Through the partnership, K-State 105 is providing NetWork Kansas with funding that will go to resource partners and support entrepreneurship programming and technical assistance for small businesses in all 105 counties. "In this instance in northwest Kansas, NetWork Kansas will work with the Innovation Center to enhance the Kansas Small Business Development Center. The FHSU-led Kansas Small Business Development Center, or SBDC, operates as a network of eight regional economic development and business consulting centers that currently serve all 105 counties in the state."The businesses and communities of northwest Kansas will benefit greatly from this investment in professional expertise and better access to essential resources the SBDC and the Innovation Center will begin delivering in just a few short months," said Tisa Mason, president of Fort Hays State University. "This initiative will ensure our best business and economic development experts are working every day to advance economic prosperity throughout the High Plains."The SBDC and Innovation Center partnership will serve a larger number of clients in northwest Kansas than each organization can serve individually. The partners ultimately expect to serve 432 clients, help start 16 new businesses and conduct 60 capital transactions in fiscal year 2024."This new partnership will allow us to collectively deliver more assistance than we have been able to do individually," said Greg Jordan, state director of the SBDC. "Small businesses in western Kansas will reap the benefit of us all working more closely together to help them start, grow and thrive.""Our shared efforts in the days ahead will contribute significantly to economic prosperity in northwest Kansas," said Scott Sproul, president and CEO of the Innovation Center."We congratulate Fort Hays State University, the Kansas Small Business Development Center and the Innovation Center on this impactful advancement and look forward to partnering further on K-State 105," said Erik Pedersen, president and chief operating officer of NetWork Kansas. "This initiative will work to integrate the resources on campus, as well as statewide, with Kansas small businesses in a way that will strengthen communities, create jobs and increase capital investment. In addition, intentional engagement will happen in critical-issue areas such as workforce, housing and child care."The K-State 105 funding that will support this initiative comes from the annual state investment that K-State 105 received for fiscal year 2024. K-State 105 is Kansas State University's answer to the call for a comprehensive economic growth and advancement solution for Kansas. The initiative leverages the statewide K-State Research and Extension network to deliver the full breadth of the university's collective knowledge and solution-driven innovation to every Kansan, right where they live and work. Additionally, 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 105 to expand Small Business Development Center

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post

RILEY COUNTY - Riley County has announced on Tuesday, September 19th, the temporary closure of the Fairmont Park Dog Park due to possible contamination from canine parvovirus.

Both large and small dog enclosures are being closed from September 19 through Monday, September 25th.

Riley County Park staff were notified a dog that has visited the park was recently diagnosed with canine parvovirus.

The park was also closed from August 16-21st after a pet owner had notified Riley County Park Staff of a parvo diagnosis at that time.

“We received word today that a dog with canine parvo visited the dog park. It’s a tough disease for dogs and we hope it makes a full recovery. We closed the park to prevent any potential spread of the virus,” said Public Works Director John Ellermann.

Canine parvovirus is a highly contagious viral infection that affects dogs, particularly puppies and other unvaccinated dogs. The virus is known to spread through direct contact with an infected dog, as well as through contact with contaminated surfaces or objects.&nbsp;

Pet owners are strongly encouraged to keep their dogs away from the Fairmont Park Dog Park during the closure and to follow their veterinarian's guidance on vaccinations and preventive measures.&nbsp;

Any pet owners who have visited Fairmont Park Dog Park in the past week should monitor their dog for signs and symptoms of canine parvovirus and contact a veterinarian immediately if the dog becomes ill. Signs and symptoms include loss of appetite, lethargy, vomiting, and diarrhea.

It is important to note that canine parvovirus does not spread to humans. Humans cannot get the virus from a dog or cat, nor can humans spread parvovirus B19, the strain capable of infecting humans, to pets. Find more information about&nbsp;<a href="https://gmail.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=95221c46aac4689e49a7c0bfc&amp;id=6578707451&amp;e=3dbcd2089f" target="_blank">parvovirus B19 from the CDC.</a>

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695151839688.jpeg" alt="Fairmont Park sign, photo courtesy Riley County Parks" />
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 </figure>RILEY COUNTY - Riley County has announced on Tuesday, September 19th, the temporary closure of the Fairmont Park Dog Park due to possible contamination from canine parvovirus.Both large and small dog enclosures are being closed from September 19 through Monday, September 25th.Riley County Park staff were notified a dog that has visited the park was recently diagnosed with canine parvovirus.The park was also closed from August 16-21st after a pet owner had notified Riley County Park Staff of a parvo diagnosis at that time.“We received word today that a dog with canine parvo visited the dog park. It’s a tough disease for dogs and we hope it makes a full recovery. We closed the park to prevent any potential spread of the virus,” said Public Works Director John Ellermann.Canine parvovirus is a highly contagious viral infection that affects dogs, particularly puppies and other unvaccinated dogs. The virus is known to spread through direct contact with an infected dog, as well as through contact with contaminated surfaces or objects.&nbsp;Pet owners are strongly encouraged to keep their dogs away from the Fairmont Park Dog Park during the closure and to follow their veterinarian's guidance on vaccinations and preventive measures.&nbsp;Any pet owners who have visited Fairmont Park Dog Park in the past week should monitor their dog for signs and symptoms of canine parvovirus and contact a veterinarian immediately if the dog becomes ill. Signs and symptoms include loss of appetite, lethargy, vomiting, and diarrhea.It is important to note that canine parvovirus does not spread to humans. Humans cannot get the virus from a dog or cat, nor can humans spread parvovirus B19, the strain capable of infecting humans, to pets. Find more information about&nbsp;<a href="https://gmail.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=95221c46aac4689e49a7c0bfc&amp;id=6578707451&amp;e=3dbcd2089f" target="_blank">parvovirus B19 from the CDC.</a>

Canine parvovirus causes temporary closure of Fairmont Park Dog Park

MANHATTAN - The Riley County Police Department is asking for assistance from the public in identifying individuals in connection with a theft from the Fridge Wholesale Liquor in Manhattan.

On September 17th, 2023, approximately $650 worth of alcohol was stolen from the store during business hours.

RCPD has provided pictures of five individuals in connection with this incident, and a security video from the store.

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.

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - The Riley County Police Department is asking for assistance from the public in identifying individuals in connection with a theft from the Fridge Wholesale Liquor in Manhattan.On September 17th, 2023, approximately $650 worth of alcohol was stolen from the store during business hours.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695141585529.png" alt="ATTEMPT TO IDENTIFY - pictures from RCPD, Fridge Liquor" />
 <figcaption>ATTEMPT TO IDENTIFY - pictures from RCPD, Fridge Liquor</figcaption>
 </figure>RCPD has provided pictures of five individuals in connection with this incident, and a security video from the store.<div><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/ExDMUIat-Kjb0luCJ.html" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="Fridge" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>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.

ATTEMPT TO IDENTIFY: RCPD searching for individuals after theft from The Fridge Liquor store

The Flint Hills Discovery Center (FHDC) opens its latest temporary exhibit,&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=010995d95e&amp;e=8c33f27c6f" target="_blank">Great Plains: America's Lingering Wild</a>&nbsp;on Saturday, September 23.

Discover the beauty and majesty of America’s Great Plains&nbsp;in the work of award-winning photographer Michael Forsberg. Traveling 100,000 miles over four years, Forsberg crisscrossed the Plains from Canada to Mexico, capturing the wildlife, habitats, and conservation challenges in the heart of the continent.

Originally a book project, Forsberg set out to capture what some outside observers call "flyover country" in an attempt&nbsp;to bring attention to and build appreciation for this often-overlooked&nbsp;region.&nbsp;Inspiring, informative, and timely – the exhibit is a love letter to this endangered ecosystem.

“Michael Forsberg’s stunning photographs reveal the hidden beauty, drama, and wonder of North America’s sprawling grasslands,” said Stephen Bridenstine, FHDC Assistant Director. “But more importantly, it celebrates those last wild places in the prairie, including here in the Flint Hills, so that every visitor to this exhibit better understands why we do our important work here at the Flint Hills Discovery Center.”

Great Plains: America's Lingering Wild is on exhibit September 23 through&nbsp;January 7, 2024.&nbsp;



Flint Hills Discovery Center release--The Flint Hills Discovery Center (FHDC) opens its latest temporary exhibit,&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=010995d95e&amp;e=8c33f27c6f" target="_blank">Great Plains: America's Lingering Wild</a>&nbsp;on Saturday, September 23.Discover the beauty and majesty of America’s Great Plains&nbsp;in the work of award-winning photographer Michael Forsberg. Traveling 100,000 miles over four years, Forsberg crisscrossed the Plains from Canada to Mexico, capturing the wildlife, habitats, and conservation challenges in the heart of the continent.Originally a book project, Forsberg set out to capture what some outside observers call "flyover country" in an attempt&nbsp;to bring attention to and build appreciation for this often-overlooked&nbsp;region.&nbsp;Inspiring, informative, and timely – the exhibit is a love letter to this endangered ecosystem.“Michael Forsberg’s stunning photographs reveal the hidden beauty, drama, and wonder of North America’s sprawling grasslands,” said Stephen Bridenstine, FHDC Assistant Director. “But more importantly, it celebrates those last wild places in the prairie, including here in the Flint Hills, so that every visitor to this exhibit better understands why we do our important work here at the Flint Hills Discovery Center.”Great Plains&nbsp;features:<ul>
 <li>60 full color photographs highlighting the Southern Plains, Northern Plains, and Tallgrass Prairie regions</li><li>Insights and behind-the-scenes information from Michael Forsberg</li><li>Maps and diagrams of the Great Plains</li>
 </ul>Thank you to our presenting sponsors:<ul>
 <li>Visit Manhattan Kansas</li><li>Flint Hills Discovery Center Foundation</li><li>Kansas Tourism</li>
 </ul>Great Plains: America's Lingering Wild is on exhibit September 23 through&nbsp;January 7, 2024.&nbsp;

Great Plains: America's Lingering Wild Exhibit to open September 23 at Flint Hills Discovery Center

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;

LUIS ANGEL HERRERA OLIVERA, 26, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

BRITTANNY LEE ANN MASON, 24, MAnhattan, Domestic battery; Knowing rude physical contact w/family member or dating relationship; Bond $2,000

ALLISON MARIE MASON, 22, Manhattan, Domestic battery; Knowing rude physical contact w/family member or dating relationship; Bond $2,000

DANIEL FRANCIS LEE, 39, Manhattan, Aggravated battery; Knowingly use weapon cause great body harm/disfigure/death; Arson; Intentional to non-dwelling of another without consent; Bond $20,000; 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;LUIS ANGEL HERRERA OLIVERA, 26, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750BRITTANNY LEE ANN MASON, 24, MAnhattan, Domestic battery; Knowing rude physical contact w/family member or dating relationship; Bond $2,000ALLISON MARIE MASON, 22, Manhattan, Domestic battery; Knowing rude physical contact w/family member or dating relationship; Bond $2,000DANIEL FRANCIS LEE, 39, Manhattan, Aggravated battery; Knowingly use weapon cause great body harm/disfigure/death; Arson; Intentional to non-dwelling of another without consent; Bond $20,000; Remains confined to Riley County Jail

Riley County Arrest Report September 19

WASHINGTON —USDA designated Riley and Wabaunsee Counties as primary natural disaster areas due to drought, according to a media release from the agency.

This Secretarial natural disaster designation allows the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters through&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fsa.usda.gov/programs-and-services/farm-loan-programs/emergency-farm-loans/index">emergency loans</a>.

Clay, Geary, Lyon, Marshall, Morris, Osage, Pottawatomie, Shawnee, Washington are also eligible.&nbsp;

Emergency loans can be used to meet various recovery needs including the replacement of essential items such as equipment or livestock, reorganization of a farming operation, or to refinance certain debts. FSA will review the loans based on the extent of losses, security available, and repayment ability. &nbsp;

According to the&nbsp;<a href="https://droughtmonitor.unl.edu/">U.S. Drought Monitor</a>, these counties suffered from a drought intensity value during the growing season of 1) D2 Drought-Severe for 8 or more consecutive weeks or 2) D3 Drought-Extreme or D4 Drought-Exceptional.&nbsp;

On farmers.gov, the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.farmers.gov/protection-recovery/disaster-tool">Disaster Assistance Discovery Tool</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.farmers.gov/sites/default/files/2022-07/farmersgov-disaster-assistance-brochure-07-21-2022.pdf">Disaster Assistance-at-a-Glance fact sheet</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://lat.fpac.usda.gov/">Loan Assistance Tool</a>&nbsp;can help you determine program or loan options. To file a Notice of Loss or to ask questions about available programs, contact your local&nbsp;<a href="https://www.farmers.gov/working-with-us/service-center-locator">USDA Service Center.</a>

<figure>
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 </figure>WASHINGTON —USDA designated Riley and Wabaunsee Counties as primary natural disaster areas due to drought, according to a media release from the agency.This Secretarial natural disaster designation allows the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters through&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fsa.usda.gov/programs-and-services/farm-loan-programs/emergency-farm-loans/index">emergency loans</a>.Clay, Geary, Lyon, Marshall, Morris, Osage, Pottawatomie, Shawnee, Washington are also eligible.&nbsp;Emergency loans can be used to meet various recovery needs including the replacement of essential items such as equipment or livestock, reorganization of a farming operation, or to refinance certain debts. FSA will review the loans based on the extent of losses, security available, and repayment ability. &nbsp;According to the&nbsp;<a href="https://droughtmonitor.unl.edu/">U.S. Drought Monitor</a>, these counties suffered from a drought intensity value during the growing season of 1) D2 Drought-Severe for 8 or more consecutive weeks or 2) D3 Drought-Extreme or D4 Drought-Exceptional.&nbsp;On farmers.gov, the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.farmers.gov/protection-recovery/disaster-tool">Disaster Assistance Discovery Tool</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.farmers.gov/sites/default/files/2022-07/farmersgov-disaster-assistance-brochure-07-21-2022.pdf">Disaster Assistance-at-a-Glance fact sheet</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://lat.fpac.usda.gov/">Loan Assistance Tool</a>&nbsp;can help you determine program or loan options. To file a Notice of Loss or to ask questions about available programs, contact your local&nbsp;<a href="https://www.farmers.gov/working-with-us/service-center-locator">USDA Service Center.</a>

USDA designates Riley, Wabaunsee counties as primary natural disaster areas

RILEY COUNTY - On Monday, September 18th, Riley County Fire District #1 was called out to the report of a possible structure fire in the 900 block of S. Collins Lane, south of Manhattan at 11:14 a.m.

When firefighters arrived on scene they found a fire had engulfed a trailer near a house and had spread to a neighboring trailer and the yard.

The Riley County Police Department Public Information Officer, Aaron Wintermote, says RCPD officers also responded to the scene on the report of aggravated battery and arson.

RCPD says a 48-year-old Manhattan man was transported by Riley County EMS to Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan for treatment after it was reported he was hit in the head multiple times with a pan by a 39-year-old male known to him.

According to RCPD, the suspect, who reportedly hit the victim with the pan, then threw the victim's electronics into the bonfire, which had spread to a neighboring trailer, damaging it as well.

RCFD #1 Deputy Chief Doug Russell says the fire melted siding on the house, burned trailers, the yard and neighboring grass, totaling about 3 acres of property damaged by fire.

RCFD #1 had 6 trucks with 15 firefighters respond to the scene, with Manhattan Fire Department sending one truck with four firefighters to the scene as mutual aid.

The cause of the fire is under investigation. Riley County Police Department Crime Scene Investigators and the Kansas Fire Marshal have been called to investigate the scene.

RCPD has arrested 39-year-old, Daniel Lee of Manhattan in connection with this incident. Charges are pending until the investigation is complete.

Lee remains confined to the Riley County Jail on a bond of $20,000 with requested charges of aggravated domestic battery and arson.

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostRILEY COUNTY - On Monday, September 18th, Riley County Fire District #1 was called out to the report of a possible structure fire in the 900 block of S. Collins Lane, south of Manhattan at 11:14 a.m.<div><iframe src="https://www.google.com/maps/embed?pb=!1m14!1m12!1m3!1d9339.888666385126!2d-96.57403946080416!3d39.155071270443564!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!5e1!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1695062815249!5m2!1sen!2sus" width="600" height="450" style="border:0;" allowfullscreen="" loading="lazy" referrerpolicy="no-referrer-when-downgrade"></iframe></div>When firefighters arrived on scene they found a fire had engulfed a trailer near a house and had spread to a neighboring trailer and the yard.The Riley County Police Department Public Information Officer, Aaron Wintermote, says RCPD officers also responded to the scene on the report of aggravated battery and arson.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695063568157.jpeg" alt="RCPD responds to fire on S. Collins Lane; photo by Becky Goff" />
 <figcaption>RCPD responds to fire on S. Collins Lane; photo by Becky Goff</figcaption>
 </figure>RCPD says a 48-year-old Manhattan man was transported by Riley County EMS to Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan for treatment after it was reported he was hit in the head multiple times with a pan by a 39-year-old male known to him.According to RCPD, the suspect, who reportedly hit the victim with the pan, then threw the victim's electronics into the bonfire, which had spread to a neighboring trailer, damaging it as well.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695062401867.jpeg" alt="Riley County Fire and Manhattan Fire respond to fire on S. Collins Lane; photo by Becky Goff" />
 <figcaption>Riley County Fire and Manhattan Fire respond to fire on S. Collins Lane; photo by Becky Goff</figcaption>
 </figure>RCFD #1 Deputy Chief Doug Russell says the fire melted siding on the house, burned trailers, the yard and neighboring grass, totaling about 3 acres of property damaged by fire.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695063883425.jpeg" alt="MFD and RCFD #1 on scene at S. Collins Lane fire, photo by Becky Goff" />
 <figcaption>MFD and RCFD #1 on scene at S. Collins Lane fire, photo by Becky Goff</figcaption>
 </figure>RCFD #1 had 6 trucks with 15 firefighters respond to the scene, with Manhattan Fire Department sending one truck with four firefighters to the scene as mutual aid.The cause of the fire is under investigation. Riley County Police Department Crime Scene Investigators and the Kansas Fire Marshal have been called to investigate the scene.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695063785176.jpeg" alt="RCPD CSI arrive on scene, photo by Becky Goff" />
 <figcaption>RCPD CSI arrive on scene, photo by Becky Goff</figcaption>
 </figure>RCPD has arrested 39-year-old, Daniel Lee of Manhattan in connection with this incident. Charges are pending until the investigation is complete.Lee remains confined to the Riley County Jail on a bond of $20,000 with requested charges of aggravated domestic battery and arson.

RCPD: MHK man arrested following reported domestic battery, arson

The Geary County Fish and Game Association will host its 2023 Family Fish Camp this Saturday, September 23, at the Milford Outlet Park next to the spillway in the Gathering Ponds area.

There will be booths to learn about equipment, ethics, knot tying and rules and regulations. Along with fishing, there will be food and angler education. 

Registration begins at 9:00 a.m.&nbsp; It is recommended that you bring your fishing poles. 

By Anthony GorgesJC PostThe Geary County Fish and Game Association will host its 2023 Family Fish Camp this Saturday, September 23, at the Milford Outlet Park next to the spillway in the Gathering Ponds area.There will be booths to learn about equipment, ethics, knot tying and rules and regulations. Along with fishing, there will be food and angler education. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m.&nbsp; It is recommended that you bring your fishing poles.

Family Fish Camp this Saturday at Milford Outlet Park 

As more seasonal fall temperatures are in the forecast, it is time to start planting wheat. As planting kicks off, producers and researchers alike are cautiously optimistic about next year’s harvest potential.&nbsp;

Winter wheat planting in Kansas was at four percent complete for the week ending September 10, 2023, according to the official statistics provided by the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service in its weekly crop progress report. That pace is near three percent for last year and the five-year average - a welcome return to a more normal-feeling pace for producers.&nbsp;

“We were behind all year last,” said Brian Linin, Kansas Wheat Commissioner who farms near Goodland. “Planting season was way behind, and then everything came up. Harvest was really late, so we were starting harvest around the time we would have normally finished. So, we feel like we’ve been behind the eight ball here all spring and summer.”&nbsp;

Linin started planting wheat on Tuesday in northwest Kansas. His ground received just a few hundredths to a short quarter inch of rain over the past week, but he reported even where the ground is dry on top, there is moisture further down.&nbsp;Moisture - received or expected - impacts where and when producers will start to plant wheat, with some waiting for that September shower and others willing to “dust it in” if there’s the potential for rain in the forecast.&nbsp;

Having that moisture available to get the wheat stand established is critical to the success of next year’s harvest, according to Brian Olson, head of K-State’s Western Kansas Research-Extension Centers.&nbsp;

“Hopefully, there's enough there to get it up and get it going,” Olson said. “The last few years that has been a big problem - getting that establishing rain in the fall. And now we’ve got it in some areas, so farmers will hopefully capitalize on it.”&nbsp;

In addition to timing with moisture, producers also need to control volunteer wheat and weeds to prevent yield loss and disease, which will be especially important this year after failed fields and late summer rains that brought on substantial weed issues and late flushes of volunteer wheat.&nbsp;

“That canopy was open, and then the rains came on, and now we've had some weed issues out there - and that is a challenge,” Olson said. “We do have to stay on top of those weeds because they're just robbing the moisture.”&nbsp;

Olson pointed to research being conducted by K-State at Tribune, Garden City and Hays on the benefits and tradeoffs of occasional tillage, about one pass every three or four years to try and control problematic weeds.

Linin noted his operation has had to make many adjustments during the last three years of drought, explaining they mixed up their management practices to include light tillage, chemical applications, and other practices to address different concerns in different fields. He also has been growing organic wheat, meaning he must think even more creatively about addressing those concerns. In turn, however, those solutions bring management ideas back to the conventional side of his farm.&nbsp;

“In some respects, I’d like to have our ground a little cleaner than it is - there are some of those annual weeds up out there, just real spotty, and I don’t like the way that looks,” Linin said. “We’ve got fields of all different stages, but we’re ready to go.”&nbsp;

Managing wheat fields for weeds and disease benefits not only next year’s yields, but also the other crops in the rotation.&nbsp;

“Wheat is a foundation for farmers to plant their summer crops into,” Olson said. “I'm a firm believer that wheat is the basis, and when we got good wheat residue out there, we have a good chance of raising the summer crop that next year.”

That rings true for Linin’s operation in northwest Kansas, who also noted wheat’s value in an overall crop rotation.&nbsp;

“There’s a lot of time between now and when we make a crop, but wheat is one of our most profitable crops,” Linin said. “It’s profitable not just in terms of dollars and cents, but also in terms of providing a good seedbed for whatever we’re going to do next year.”

Overall, as Linin and fellow Kansas wheat producers fire up their tractors to plant wheat, he is excited and optimistic about the upcoming growing season.&nbsp;

“I just hope everybody has good conditions and gets a good stand and a good start to this year’s crop,” Linin said. “Wheat is a good crop for us, and it really fits our rotation in our program well - and I wish the best of luck to everybody else.”

For the latest in K-State’s planting recommendations during the current year’s conditions, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001QJVooaNh22Mcx26CX5Xa-ziDbANdxugx-ipZuGDDndxPS7YwIoov_9nTYmo-PtWiA4znRSHQJZAbfnMd_b2RciYQLbIF1aSvffDNGpmaTjUywllvNf0jR0g6asyXiA_Nmhl6Ez4ulkEnRLb7rBq_QXHqOY5EAxIZ&amp;c=9-CCYIGtuxU27sHS2y12qla67F_tf-QGr3cZi4VXYUsvRM53ITY6mA==&amp;ch=ihJHSvnBhq0Zj_poDJFo4ngWUhxUPW3cerzhEgBP64p3dNIYEfx9uw==" target="_blank">eupdate.agronomy.ksu.edu/</a>. Producers can also access the latest resources for variety selection and performance data information from K-State at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001QJVooaNh22Mcx26CX5Xa-ziDbANdxugx-ipZuGDDndxPS7YwIoov_8y2D0w6Ndth1HjG1lOxD_EPeTxxrUqWjU9m7facPqDFSw0Kdh1B84f7tCsA7jTTEEiXzsXZuM_cOpBxH9GOSPdVskh6Xn6kLQ==&amp;c=9-CCYIGtuxU27sHS2y12qla67F_tf-QGr3cZi4VXYUsvRM53ITY6mA==&amp;ch=ihJHSvnBhq0Zj_poDJFo4ngWUhxUPW3cerzhEgBP64p3dNIYEfx9uw==" target="_blank">kswheat.com/wheatrx</a>.

Written by Julia Debes for Kansas Wheat

<figure>
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 </figure>As more seasonal fall temperatures are in the forecast, it is time to start planting wheat. As planting kicks off, producers and researchers alike are cautiously optimistic about next year’s harvest potential.&nbsp;Winter wheat planting in Kansas was at four percent complete for the week ending September 10, 2023, according to the official statistics provided by the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service in its weekly crop progress report. That pace is near three percent for last year and the five-year average - a welcome return to a more normal-feeling pace for producers.&nbsp;“We were behind all year last,” said Brian Linin, Kansas Wheat Commissioner who farms near Goodland. “Planting season was way behind, and then everything came up. Harvest was really late, so we were starting harvest around the time we would have normally finished. So, we feel like we’ve been behind the eight ball here all spring and summer.”&nbsp;Linin started planting wheat on Tuesday in northwest Kansas. His ground received just a few hundredths to a short quarter inch of rain over the past week, but he reported even where the ground is dry on top, there is moisture further down.&nbsp;Moisture - received or expected - impacts where and when producers will start to plant wheat, with some waiting for that September shower and others willing to “dust it in” if there’s the potential for rain in the forecast.&nbsp;Having that moisture available to get the wheat stand established is critical to the success of next year’s harvest, according to Brian Olson, head of K-State’s Western Kansas Research-Extension Centers.&nbsp;“Hopefully, there's enough there to get it up and get it going,” Olson said. “The last few years that has been a big problem - getting that establishing rain in the fall. And now we’ve got it in some areas, so farmers will hopefully capitalize on it.”&nbsp;In addition to timing with moisture, producers also need to control volunteer wheat and weeds to prevent yield loss and disease, which will be especially important this year after failed fields and late summer rains that brought on substantial weed issues and late flushes of volunteer wheat.&nbsp;“That canopy was open, and then the rains came on, and now we've had some weed issues out there - and that is a challenge,” Olson said. “We do have to stay on top of those weeds because they're just robbing the moisture.”&nbsp;Olson pointed to research being conducted by K-State at Tribune, Garden City and Hays on the benefits and tradeoffs of occasional tillage, about one pass every three or four years to try and control problematic weeds.Linin noted his operation has had to make many adjustments during the last three years of drought, explaining they mixed up their management practices to include light tillage, chemical applications, and other practices to address different concerns in different fields. He also has been growing organic wheat, meaning he must think even more creatively about addressing those concerns. In turn, however, those solutions bring management ideas back to the conventional side of his farm.&nbsp;“In some respects, I’d like to have our ground a little cleaner than it is - there are some of those annual weeds up out there, just real spotty, and I don’t like the way that looks,” Linin said. “We’ve got fields of all different stages, but we’re ready to go.”&nbsp;Managing wheat fields for weeds and disease benefits not only next year’s yields, but also the other crops in the rotation.&nbsp;“Wheat is a foundation for farmers to plant their summer crops into,” Olson said. “I'm a firm believer that wheat is the basis, and when we got good wheat residue out there, we have a good chance of raising the summer crop that next year.”That rings true for Linin’s operation in northwest Kansas, who also noted wheat’s value in an overall crop rotation.&nbsp;“There’s a lot of time between now and when we make a crop, but wheat is one of our most profitable crops,” Linin said. “It’s profitable not just in terms of dollars and cents, but also in terms of providing a good seedbed for whatever we’re going to do next year.”Overall, as Linin and fellow Kansas wheat producers fire up their tractors to plant wheat, he is excited and optimistic about the upcoming growing season.&nbsp;“I just hope everybody has good conditions and gets a good stand and a good start to this year’s crop,” Linin said. “Wheat is a good crop for us, and it really fits our rotation in our program well - and I wish the best of luck to everybody else.”For the latest in K-State’s planting recommendations during the current year’s conditions, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001QJVooaNh22Mcx26CX5Xa-ziDbANdxugx-ipZuGDDndxPS7YwIoov_9nTYmo-PtWiA4znRSHQJZAbfnMd_b2RciYQLbIF1aSvffDNGpmaTjUywllvNf0jR0g6asyXiA_Nmhl6Ez4ulkEnRLb7rBq_QXHqOY5EAxIZ&amp;c=9-CCYIGtuxU27sHS2y12qla67F_tf-QGr3cZi4VXYUsvRM53ITY6mA==&amp;ch=ihJHSvnBhq0Zj_poDJFo4ngWUhxUPW3cerzhEgBP64p3dNIYEfx9uw==" target="_blank">eupdate.agronomy.ksu.edu/</a>. Producers can also access the latest resources for variety selection and performance data information from K-State at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001QJVooaNh22Mcx26CX5Xa-ziDbANdxugx-ipZuGDDndxPS7YwIoov_8y2D0w6Ndth1HjG1lOxD_EPeTxxrUqWjU9m7facPqDFSw0Kdh1B84f7tCsA7jTTEEiXzsXZuM_cOpBxH9GOSPdVskh6Xn6kLQ==&amp;c=9-CCYIGtuxU27sHS2y12qla67F_tf-QGr3cZi4VXYUsvRM53ITY6mA==&amp;ch=ihJHSvnBhq0Zj_poDJFo4ngWUhxUPW3cerzhEgBP64p3dNIYEfx9uw==" target="_blank">kswheat.com/wheatrx</a>.Written by Julia Debes for Kansas Wheat

Wheat Scoop:  September signals the start of Kansas wheat planting

Riley County Police Department reported no arrests from 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 17th through 9:00 a.m. on Monday, September 18th.

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;Riley County Police Department reported no arrests from 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 17th through 9:00 a.m. on Monday, September 18th.

Riley County Arrest Report September 18

Vaping, teen stress, baby brain development are featured topics

&nbsp;In Kansas, more than 48% of high school students have tried e-cigarettes (known as vaping), and 22% are currently users,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9409/Youth-Tobacco-Use-in-Kansas-PDF">according to surveys done by the state’s Division of Public Health.</a>

Health officials say tobacco use among youth, including vaping, has negative consequences that ultimately cause more than 60,000 Kansans under age 18 to die prematurely from smoking.

Sobering statistics, for sure, but a group of state extension and health professionals aim to stem the tide when the popular Kansas State University program,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/fcs/livingwellwed">Living Well Wednesday</a>, kicks off its fall series in early October.

‘It’s Not So Kool to JUUL’ is set for Oct. 4 from 12:15 p.m. to 1 p.m. (CST). The session is free, but participants must register in advance to receive a link to the online presentation.

“Vaping is the new epidemic among youth,” said Sharolyn Jackson, the northeast area family and consumer sciences specialist with K-State Research and Extension, and co-coordinator of the Living Well Wednesday series. “It’s very concerning, and students much younger than (high school) also are experimenting with it. It’s something that we need to be aware of.”

Series co-coordinator Erin Tynon, a family and consumer sciences agent for K-State Research and Extension’s office in Pottawatomie County, said vaping and other topics planned this fall are aimed at helping parents recognize warning signs of dangerous behaviors.

“It’s really useful for parents to understand what the new vaping devices look like,” she said. “These sessions really are built for a busy parent that needs straightforward information that they can listen to on demand, or anytime they want.”

The Oct. 4 Living Well Wednesday session will feature Donna Gerstner of LiveWell Finney County in Garden City. Among her duties, Gerstner coordinates grants aimed at chronic disease risk reduction (known as CDRR) and e-cigarette prevention.

On Nov. 1, Tynon will co-present a Living Well Wednesday session titled, Teen Stress and Anxiety: How Worried Do Parents Need to Be? Also featured is Christine Perez, a licensed clinical professional counselor and Director of Crisis Services at the Crawford County Mental Health Center in Pittsburg.

“Our session will focus on what is normal teen stress versus knowing when you need to get your child professional help,” Tynon said.

The fall series wraps up on Dec. 6 with a session titled, Rapid Development of Baby Brains and Why it Matters, featuring K-State child development specialist Bradford Wiles; Cottonwood District community wellness agent Monique Koerner; and Chisholm Trail District family and youth development agent Tristen Cope.

The Dec. 6 session also will be offered in Spanish on Dec. 7, featuring Sedgwick County’s K-State Research and Extension family life and resource management agent Elizabeth Brunscheen-Cartegena.

All sessions are free and will be available on video archive. More information is&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/fcs/livingwellwed">available online on the Living Well Wednesday website</a>.

<h2>Vaping, teen stress, baby brain development are featured topics</h2><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695045348155.jpeg" alt="K-State's popular Living Well Wednesday fall series kicks off Oct. 4 with the session, 'It's Not So Kool to JUUL.' KSRE Photo" />
 <figcaption>K-State's popular Living Well Wednesday fall series kicks off Oct. 4 with the session, 'It's Not So Kool to JUUL.' KSRE Photo</figcaption>
 </figure>By PAT MELGARES KSRE&nbsp;In Kansas, more than 48% of high school students have tried e-cigarettes (known as vaping), and 22% are currently users,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9409/Youth-Tobacco-Use-in-Kansas-PDF">according to surveys done by the state’s Division of Public Health.</a>Health officials say tobacco use among youth, including vaping, has negative consequences that ultimately cause more than 60,000 Kansans under age 18 to die prematurely from smoking.Sobering statistics, for sure, but a group of state extension and health professionals aim to stem the tide when the popular Kansas State University program,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/fcs/livingwellwed">Living Well Wednesday</a>, kicks off its fall series in early October.‘It’s Not So Kool to JUUL’ is set for Oct. 4 from 12:15 p.m. to 1 p.m. (CST). The session is free, but participants must register in advance to receive a link to the online presentation.“Vaping is the new epidemic among youth,” said Sharolyn Jackson, the northeast area family and consumer sciences specialist with K-State Research and Extension, and co-coordinator of the Living Well Wednesday series. “It’s very concerning, and students much younger than (high school) also are experimenting with it. It’s something that we need to be aware of.”Series co-coordinator Erin Tynon, a family and consumer sciences agent for K-State Research and Extension’s office in Pottawatomie County, said vaping and other topics planned this fall are aimed at helping parents recognize warning signs of dangerous behaviors.“It’s really useful for parents to understand what the new vaping devices look like,” she said. “These sessions really are built for a busy parent that needs straightforward information that they can listen to on demand, or anytime they want.”The Oct. 4 Living Well Wednesday session will feature Donna Gerstner of LiveWell Finney County in Garden City. Among her duties, Gerstner coordinates grants aimed at chronic disease risk reduction (known as CDRR) and e-cigarette prevention.On Nov. 1, Tynon will co-present a Living Well Wednesday session titled, Teen Stress and Anxiety: How Worried Do Parents Need to Be? Also featured is Christine Perez, a licensed clinical professional counselor and Director of Crisis Services at the Crawford County Mental Health Center in Pittsburg.“Our session will focus on what is normal teen stress versus knowing when you need to get your child professional help,” Tynon said.The fall series wraps up on Dec. 6 with a session titled, Rapid Development of Baby Brains and Why it Matters, featuring K-State child development specialist Bradford Wiles; Cottonwood District community wellness agent Monique Koerner; and Chisholm Trail District family and youth development agent Tristen Cope.The Dec. 6 session also will be offered in Spanish on Dec. 7, featuring Sedgwick County’s K-State Research and Extension family life and resource management agent Elizabeth Brunscheen-Cartegena.All sessions are free and will be available on video archive. More information is&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/fcs/livingwellwed">available online on the Living Well Wednesday website</a>.

K-State’s Living Well Wednesday online fall series kicks off Oct. 4

MANHATTAN — Kansas State University's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.vet.k-state.edu/">College of Veterinary Medicine</a>&nbsp;recognized a group of 11 undergraduate students who will study to be leaders in veterinary medicine through the college's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.vet.k-state.edu/admissions/early-admit/">Early Admission Program</a>.&nbsp;

Established in 1999, the Early Admission Scholars Program recruits the best and brightest undergraduate students who are committed to studying veterinary medicine."For the August 2023-February 2024 application cycle, K-State College of Veterinary Medicine received 75 applications for the early admission program," said Caroline Rost, assistant dean of admissions in the college. 

"Although we met many talented applicants during the interviews this year, 11 applicants were accepted into the program based on academic history, experiences in the last four years, communication skills and interview outcomes. These students represent some of the brightest students in the undergraduate student body.

"The 2023 class of Early Admission Scholars:Conner Dinkel,&nbsp;Hill City; Hudson Hildebrand,&nbsp;Overland Park; Kaley Wagner,&nbsp;Smith Center; Ainsley Stiles,&nbsp;Topeka; and Bridget Johnson,&nbsp;Wichita.From out of state: Sadie Alger, Fair Oaks, California; Alyssa Chevalier,&nbsp;Chicago, Illinois; Kailee Irvin,&nbsp;Vernon Hills, Illinois; Rahul Chopra,&nbsp;Malden, Massachusetts; Aidan Anderson,&nbsp;Saint Paul, Nebraska; and Ella Robinson,&nbsp;Glenshaw, Pennsylvania.

All scholars are first-year students in animal sciences and industry except Johnson, who is studying biology.Successful candidates in the Early Admission Scholars program must maintain a 3.3 GPA during completion of the science prerequisites, and they must complete the 64 hours of prerequisites by the end of the spring semester prior to beginning the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine curriculum in the fall. 

The science courses on the prerequisite list must be completed at K-State. Candidates also must strengthen their veterinary experiences, attend K-State events and participate in volunteer work.

The College of Veterinary Medicine assigns a veterinary student mentor to each Early Admit Scholar to stimulate career and academic development and to provide orientation and access to college activities. The pre-veterinary students attend regular meetings during the academic year to develop a sense of community and share their progress.

For information about how to apply for the program and program requirements, visit the&nbsp;<a href="http://vet.k-state.edu/admissions/early-admit/index.html">Early Admission Program website</a>. Current high school seniors can apply now through Feb. 1, 2024.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695039087878.png" alt="The 2023 class of Early Admission Scholars for the Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine will study to become leaders in veterinary medicine. Back row, from left: Rahul Chopra, Ella Gardner, Alyssa Chevalier, Sadie Alger, Hudson Hildebrand and Conner Dinkel. Front row, from left: Kailee Irvin, Ainsley Stiles, Kaley Wagner, Bridget Johnson and Aidan Anderson. " />
 <figcaption>The 2023 class of Early Admission Scholars for the Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine will study to become leaders in veterinary medicine. Back row, from left: Rahul Chopra, Ella Gardner, Alyssa Chevalier, Sadie Alger, Hudson Hildebrand and Conner Dinkel. Front row, from left: Kailee Irvin, Ainsley Stiles, Kaley Wagner, Bridget Johnson and Aidan Anderson. </figcaption>
 </figure>By&nbsp;Rylee CoyMANHATTAN — Kansas State University's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.vet.k-state.edu/">College of Veterinary Medicine</a>&nbsp;recognized a group of 11 undergraduate students who will study to be leaders in veterinary medicine through the college's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.vet.k-state.edu/admissions/early-admit/">Early Admission Program</a>.&nbsp;Established in 1999, the Early Admission Scholars Program recruits the best and brightest undergraduate students who are committed to studying veterinary medicine."For the August 2023-February 2024 application cycle, K-State College of Veterinary Medicine received 75 applications for the early admission program," said Caroline Rost, assistant dean of admissions in the college. "Although we met many talented applicants during the interviews this year, 11 applicants were accepted into the program based on academic history, experiences in the last four years, communication skills and interview outcomes. These students represent some of the brightest students in the undergraduate student body."The 2023 class of Early Admission Scholars:Conner Dinkel,&nbsp;Hill City; Hudson Hildebrand,&nbsp;Overland Park; Kaley Wagner,&nbsp;Smith Center; Ainsley Stiles,&nbsp;Topeka; and Bridget Johnson,&nbsp;Wichita.From out of state: Sadie Alger, Fair Oaks, California; Alyssa Chevalier,&nbsp;Chicago, Illinois; Kailee Irvin,&nbsp;Vernon Hills, Illinois; Rahul Chopra,&nbsp;Malden, Massachusetts; Aidan Anderson,&nbsp;Saint Paul, Nebraska; and Ella Robinson,&nbsp;Glenshaw, Pennsylvania.All scholars are first-year students in animal sciences and industry except Johnson, who is studying biology.Successful candidates in the Early Admission Scholars program must maintain a 3.3 GPA during completion of the science prerequisites, and they must complete the 64 hours of prerequisites by the end of the spring semester prior to beginning the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine curriculum in the fall. The science courses on the prerequisite list must be completed at K-State. Candidates also must strengthen their veterinary experiences, attend K-State events and participate in volunteer work.The College of Veterinary Medicine assigns a veterinary student mentor to each Early Admit Scholar to stimulate career and academic development and to provide orientation and access to college activities. The pre-veterinary students attend regular meetings during the academic year to develop a sense of community and share their progress.For information about how to apply for the program and program requirements, visit the&nbsp;<a href="http://vet.k-state.edu/admissions/early-admit/index.html">Early Admission Program website</a>. Current high school seniors can apply now through Feb. 1, 2024.

K-State College of Veterinary Medicine announces 2023 class of early admission scholars

CURTIS RASHAWN SIMMS JR, 24, Manhattan, Battery; Knowing/recklessly causing bodily harm; Violate protection order; Abuse order per KSA 63105, 63106, 63107; Assault; Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Remains confined to Riley County Jail

OMARI MALIK BALLARD, 19, Disorderly conduct; Brawling or fighting; Bond $750

SABASTIAN JOHN SOLARTE VIGIL, 21, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs; 1st conv.; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Reckless driving; Bond $1,500

CHASE MARCAS MORGAN, 19, Fort Riley, Disorderly conduct; Fighting words or noisy conduct to cause resentment; Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose felony warrant service or execution; Liquor; Purchase/possess/consume by minor 18-20 yrs; unknown circumstance; Bond $1,500

DEANDRA LOMONTE BROWN, 34, Manhattan, Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Bond $4,000

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;CURTIS RASHAWN SIMMS JR, 24, Manhattan, Battery; Knowing/recklessly causing bodily harm; Violate protection order; Abuse order per KSA 63105, 63106, 63107; Assault; Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Remains confined to Riley County JailOMARI MALIK BALLARD, 19, Disorderly conduct; Brawling or fighting; Bond $750SABASTIAN JOHN SOLARTE VIGIL, 21, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs; 1st conv.; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Reckless driving; Bond $1,500CHASE MARCAS MORGAN, 19, Fort Riley, Disorderly conduct; Fighting words or noisy conduct to cause resentment; Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose felony warrant service or execution; Liquor; Purchase/possess/consume by minor 18-20 yrs; unknown circumstance; Bond $1,500DEANDRA LOMONTE BROWN, 34, Manhattan, Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Bond $4,000

Riley County Arrest Report September 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — NFIB’s Small Business Optimism Index decreased 0.6 of a point in August to 91.3, the 20th consecutive month below the 49-year average of 98.

"Our members on Main Street, inflation is their number one concern," said Dan Murray with NFIB Kansas. "We've talked a lot about filling their job requirements. Workforce continues to be an issue, but right now, inflation has kind of overtaken as their top priority and concern."

Twenty-three percent of small business owners reported that inflation was their single most important business problem, up two points from last month.

"Certainly, input costs are going up," Murray said. "We're starting to see inflationary impacts on the price of energy and fuel. Gas is ticking up. Of course, as we talked about recently, labor costs are increasing as employers are paying more to try to attract and retain qualified employees."

With the federal government coming down to the end of its fiscal year at the end of the month, Murray sees the big picture as important to keep in mind.

"The President and many federal politicians are currently in the mode of touting the Inflation Reduction Act that was passed," Murray said. "From our perspective, that act was more of a spending bill than it actually did anything to impact inflation. Government needs to rein in spending. We have a record debt, a record deficit, and it's only growing."

It appears at the moment that the government will likely have to pass a continuing resolution right before the deadline to keep from having a shutdown, rather than getting all the appropriation bills through the process of both houses on time.

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

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/9/1600954270300.png" alt="NFIB" />
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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — NFIB’s Small Business Optimism Index decreased 0.6 of a point in August to 91.3, the 20th consecutive month below the 49-year average of 98."Our members on Main Street, inflation is their number one concern," said Dan Murray with NFIB Kansas. "We've talked a lot about filling their job requirements. Workforce continues to be an issue, but right now, inflation has kind of overtaken as their top priority and concern."Twenty-three percent of small business owners reported that inflation was their single most important business problem, up two points from last month."Certainly, input costs are going up," Murray said. "We're starting to see inflationary impacts on the price of energy and fuel. Gas is ticking up. Of course, as we talked about recently, labor costs are increasing as employers are paying more to try to attract and retain qualified employees."With the federal government coming down to the end of its fiscal year at the end of the month, Murray sees the big picture as important to keep in mind."The President and many federal politicians are currently in the mode of touting the Inflation Reduction Act that was passed," Murray said. "From our perspective, that act was more of a spending bill than it actually did anything to impact inflation. Government needs to rein in spending. We have a record debt, a record deficit, and it's only growing."It appears at the moment that the government will likely have to pass a continuing resolution right before the deadline to keep from having a shutdown, rather than getting all the appropriation bills through the process of both houses on time.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

NFIB members still concerned about inflation

NATHAN MARION YOUNG, 28, Valley Falls, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 2nd conviction; blood/breath .08&gt;; Bond $1,500

DARIUS ALEXANDER MCDOWELL, 23, Manhattan, Attempted driving under the influence; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

RONNELL MARSHALL JONES, 25, Manhattan, Failure to appear x3; Bond $2,355

PENNY LAYNE FUNKHOUSER, 61, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $1,000

TANNER KEIRNS WAUGH, 22, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alc; 1st conv; incapable of safely driving; Bond $750

GREGORY DEON TE HAYES, 32, Manhattan, Criminal damage to property; Without consent value &lt;$1000; Violate protection order; Abuse order per KSA 63105, 63106, 63107; Bond $3,000

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;NATHAN MARION YOUNG, 28, Valley Falls, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 2nd conviction; blood/breath .08&gt;; Bond $1,500DARIUS ALEXANDER MCDOWELL, 23, Manhattan, Attempted driving under the influence; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750RONNELL MARSHALL JONES, 25, Manhattan, Failure to appear x3; Bond $2,355PENNY LAYNE FUNKHOUSER, 61, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $1,000TANNER KEIRNS WAUGH, 22, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alc; 1st conv; incapable of safely driving; Bond $750GREGORY DEON TE HAYES, 32, Manhattan, Criminal damage to property; Without consent value &lt;$1000; Violate protection order; Abuse order per KSA 63105, 63106, 63107; Bond $3,000

Riley County Arrest Report September 16

LAWRENCE — Schools and prisons share many similarities: authoritarian structure, emphasis on silence and order, schedules to follow, rules not to break.

“Teachers and administrators need to discontinue the relationship between punishment and education and begin to create environments where students can thrive in nonpunitive ways,” said Nikia Robert, assistant professor of religious studies at the University of Kansas.

Her article titled&nbsp;<a href="https://www.pdcnet.org/jsce/content/jsce_2023_0999_4_27_86">“An Ethic of Abolition: Becoming Educational Sanctuaries”</a>&nbsp;addresses the uncanny resemblance between the educational/industrial complex and the U.S. carceral state. Both employ policies, pedagogies and practices to respond punitively to com­munal transgressions. In response, Robert offers an abolitionist theological ethic to create educational sanctuaries. It appears in the Journal of the Society of Christian Ethics.

“We use punishment to scare people into obedience," Robert said. "But what you produce are robots, not sentient beings with critical thinking who are accountable and aware of how their actions may harm others. As a professor, I’m always looking for transformative ways to build work ethic and curiosity, so students aren’t motivated to produce simply based on their fear of being punished.”

Robert also argues how students in underrepresented groups — ranging from pre-K to postsecondary institutions — become particularly vulnerable when punishment is used to “perpetuate anti-Blackness, patriarchy and other social inequities.” This in many ways mirrors the carceral system, she said.

The educator became further mindful of the similarities found in schools and prisons when teaching an Inside-Out course at a state prison.

“When you look at the yard versus a college campus, it appears very similar,” she said.

Her course was called “Prisons, Punishment and Redemption,” taught at the California Institution for Women in Chino.

“A lot of the women there were lifers,” she said. “It was a really meaningful course for them and for me. I hope to bring something like it here to Kansas — we certainly have plenty of prisons.”

Robert said that schools are not doing enough to make a distinction between a classroom and a jail cell.

“We’re here as educators wanting to create sanctuaries so that students can thrive as whole beings. We don’t want these kinds of docile, empty people who are afraid of consequences,” she said.

“We can start by looking at more equitable grading strategies. Using rubrics, using more marginal comments, allowing students to have retakes. So in other words, moving away from this rigid and punitive model and doing more to cultivate the whole student.”

As her article notes, Robert maintains a personal connection to this topic. Her daughter currently attends a K-8 private school in California.

“She’s been so deeply affected by the detention system," Robert said. "So much so that if it was cold and she didn’t have a hat or coat that conform to their uniform policy, she would risk her own health rather than violate the policy out of fear of getting detention. I could not convince her otherwise because my daughter is a rule-follower.”

Since that situation emerged, Robert has been working with the school to put an end to detention.

“Why would an educational institution have detention? That’s something you find in a prison,” she said. “Surely, we can be more creative and spend more effort to think of ways to respond to harms, other than just saying, ‘Go to detention!’”

A New York native, Robert just began her first semester at KU. She is also executive director of Abolitionist Sanctuary, a “national faith-based coalition united against the moral crisis of mass incarceration and the criminalization of impoverished Black motherhood.”&nbsp;Her research focuses on ethics.

Robert continues to explore ways of replacing punishment in educational settings with something more effective and humane. Noting KU’s “rich legacy of racial integration in sports that coincides with an impactful history in the town of Lawrence and abolitionist movements,” she hopes to build a course, and possibly a conference, which connects the university with local community organizers in order to double-down on the commitment to building abolitionist sanctuaries in education.

“Punishment is just the easy way out. But to get to the root problem requires creativity. It requires community. How do we come together and think about solutions so that we can repair the harms, restore the relationships and rebuild a more just and equitable system where everyone can thrive?” she said.

“I don’t think prisons are fixable, but I hope schools are.”

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 </figure>KU News ServiceLAWRENCE — Schools and prisons share many similarities: authoritarian structure, emphasis on silence and order, schedules to follow, rules not to break.“Teachers and administrators need to discontinue the relationship between punishment and education and begin to create environments where students can thrive in nonpunitive ways,” said Nikia Robert, assistant professor of religious studies at the University of Kansas.<figure>
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 </figure>Her article titled&nbsp;<a href="https://www.pdcnet.org/jsce/content/jsce_2023_0999_4_27_86">“An Ethic of Abolition: Becoming Educational Sanctuaries”</a>&nbsp;addresses the uncanny resemblance between the educational/industrial complex and the U.S. carceral state. Both employ policies, pedagogies and practices to respond punitively to com­munal transgressions. In response, Robert offers an abolitionist theological ethic to create educational sanctuaries. It appears in the Journal of the Society of Christian Ethics.“We use punishment to scare people into obedience," Robert said. "But what you produce are robots, not sentient beings with critical thinking who are accountable and aware of how their actions may harm others. As a professor, I’m always looking for transformative ways to build work ethic and curiosity, so students aren’t motivated to produce simply based on their fear of being punished.”Robert also argues how students in underrepresented groups — ranging from pre-K to postsecondary institutions — become particularly vulnerable when punishment is used to “perpetuate anti-Blackness, patriarchy and other social inequities.” This in many ways mirrors the carceral system, she said.The educator became further mindful of the similarities found in schools and prisons when teaching an Inside-Out course at a state prison.“When you look at the yard versus a college campus, it appears very similar,” she said.Her course was called “Prisons, Punishment and Redemption,” taught at the California Institution for Women in Chino.“A lot of the women there were lifers,” she said. “It was a really meaningful course for them and for me. I hope to bring something like it here to Kansas — we certainly have plenty of prisons.”Robert said that schools are not doing enough to make a distinction between a classroom and a jail cell.“We’re here as educators wanting to create sanctuaries so that students can thrive as whole beings. We don’t want these kinds of docile, empty people who are afraid of consequences,” she said.“We can start by looking at more equitable grading strategies. Using rubrics, using more marginal comments, allowing students to have retakes. So in other words, moving away from this rigid and punitive model and doing more to cultivate the whole student.”As her article notes, Robert maintains a personal connection to this topic. Her daughter currently attends a K-8 private school in California.“She’s been so deeply affected by the detention system," Robert said. "So much so that if it was cold and she didn’t have a hat or coat that conform to their uniform policy, she would risk her own health rather than violate the policy out of fear of getting detention. I could not convince her otherwise because my daughter is a rule-follower.”Since that situation emerged, Robert has been working with the school to put an end to detention.“Why would an educational institution have detention? That’s something you find in a prison,” she said. “Surely, we can be more creative and spend more effort to think of ways to respond to harms, other than just saying, ‘Go to detention!’”A New York native, Robert just began her first semester at KU. She is also executive director of Abolitionist Sanctuary, a “national faith-based coalition united against the moral crisis of mass incarceration and the criminalization of impoverished Black motherhood.”&nbsp;Her research focuses on ethics.Robert continues to explore ways of replacing punishment in educational settings with something more effective and humane. Noting KU’s “rich legacy of racial integration in sports that coincides with an impactful history in the town of Lawrence and abolitionist movements,” she hopes to build a course, and possibly a conference, which connects the university with local community organizers in order to double-down on the commitment to building abolitionist sanctuaries in education.“Punishment is just the easy way out. But to get to the root problem requires creativity. It requires community. How do we come together and think about solutions so that we can repair the harms, restore the relationships and rebuild a more just and equitable system where everyone can thrive?” she said.“I don’t think prisons are fixable, but I hope schools are.”

Reliance on student punishment in schools needs reconsideration, KU professor argues

TOPEKA — Preliminary estimates reported by the Labor Market Information Services (LMIS) division of the Kansas Department of Labor (KDOL) and the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) show a seasonally adjusted unemployment rate of 2.7% in August. This is unchanged from 2.7% in July and a decrease from 2.8% in August 2022, according to a media release from the Kansas Department of Labor.

Seasonally adjusted job estimates for Kansas indicate total nonfarm payroll employment decreased by 4,100 from July. Total nonfarm includes private sector and government employers. Private sector jobs decreased by 2,700 over the month, while government decreased by 1,400.

The jobless rate in Riley County is down from 3.3 percent in July to 3.1 percent in August.  Pottawatomie County is also down to just 2.7 percent.&nbsp; Wabaunsee, Geary and Ellsworth Counties are up slightly.&nbsp; The rate in Geary County is 4.4 percent.

“The household survey indicates little change in labor force estimates for Kansas in August, with the state maintaining a low unemployment rate at 2.7%,” said labor economist, Emilie Doerksen. “The survey of employers shows a small decline in jobs over the month, but compared to last August, total nonfarm job estimates have increased 1.3%.”

Since August 2022 Kansas’ seasonally adjusted total nonfarm jobs have increased by 18,000. This change is due to an increase of 13,600 private sector jobs and an increase of 4,400 government jobs.

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

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 </figure>TOPEKA — Preliminary estimates reported by the Labor Market Information Services (LMIS) division of the Kansas Department of Labor (KDOL) and the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) show a seasonally adjusted unemployment rate of 2.7% in August. This is unchanged from 2.7% in July and a decrease from 2.8% in August 2022, according to a media release from the Kansas Department of Labor.Seasonally adjusted job estimates for Kansas indicate total nonfarm payroll employment decreased by 4,100 from July. Total nonfarm includes private sector and government employers. Private sector jobs decreased by 2,700 over the month, while government decreased by 1,400.The jobless rate in Riley County is down from 3.3 percent in July to 3.1 percent in August. Pottawatomie County is also down to just 2.7 percent.&nbsp; Wabaunsee, Geary and Ellsworth Counties are up slightly.&nbsp; The rate in Geary County is 4.4 percent.“The household survey indicates little change in labor force estimates for Kansas in August, with the state maintaining a low unemployment rate at 2.7%,” said labor economist, Emilie Doerksen. “The survey of employers shows a small decline in jobs over the month, but compared to last August, total nonfarm job estimates have increased 1.3%.”Since August 2022 Kansas’ seasonally adjusted total nonfarm jobs have increased by 18,000. This change is due to an increase of 13,600 private sector jobs and an increase of 4,400 government jobs.<a href="https://klic.dol.ks.gov/vosnet/gsipub/documentView.aspx?enc=O+qpCkhjA+v3dzYVbAEMjQ==">Click here for</a> the complete Kansas labor market information for August.

Jobless rate down slightly in Riley County

PRATT&nbsp;– Beginning this fall, Kansas will have&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8va3NvdXRkb29ycy5jb20vSHVudGluZy9XaGF0LXRvLUh1bnQvVHVya2V5IiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDIzMDkxNS44MjY0MzIzMSJ9.JlaZjlK4gFUMf1kSeMNjAlTr9wgj9pegEBhe-LER_o0/s/1303160919/br/225996849904-l" target="_blank">no fall turkey hunting season</a>&nbsp;due to declining populations at state and regional levels. The difficult decision was arrived at by members of the Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission after hearing compelling recommendations from staff over the course of four public meetings.

“We’ve documented consistent declines in turkey populations over the last 15 years largely due to reduced production levels,” said Kent Fricke, Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks small game biologist. “These trends are not unique to Kansas. States across the Midwest and Southeast have experienced similar patterns in turkey populations.”

Though far fewer turkey hunters participate in the fall season than in the spring in Kansas, wildlife biologists said it remained an important component of overall harvest.

“The estimated statewide fall harvest of turkey was less than 500 birds in 2022,” said Fricke. “While this is a small proportion of the statewide population, fall harvest is an additive source of mortality for turkeys, especially when hens are harvested.”

Over the past several years, Commissioners have approved other preventative recommendations to reduce the impact of the fall season on turkey populations. In 2017, Commissioners voted to reduce the statewide bag limit from four birds to one bird. In 2019, fall turkey season dates were reduced from Oct. 1 through Jan. 31 (123 days) to Oct. 1 through Nov. 10 (41 days).

But not all is lost. Staff continue working diligently to obtain as much data as possible in hopes of one day reversing declining population trends. One such example is a&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8va3NvdXRkb29ycy5jb20vS0RXUC1JbmZvL05ld3MvV2Vla2x5LU5ld3MvOC0zLTIzLUtEV1AtTmF0aW9uYWwtV2lsZC1UdXJrZXktRmVkZXJhdGlvbi10by1GdW5kLVdpbGQtVHVya2V5LVJlc2VhcmNoLWF0LUthbnNhcy1TdGF0ZS1Vbml2ZXJzaXR5L0tEV1AtTmF0aW9uYWwtV2lsZC1UdXJrZXktRmVkZXJhdGlvbi10by1GdW5kLVdpbGQtVHVya2V5LVJlc2VhcmNoLWF0LUthbnNhcy1TdGF0ZS1Vbml2ZXJzaXR5IiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDIzMDkxNS44MjY0MzIzMSJ9.6o9JcoR4Qngcg2RBaCZVjA6LWlNYxSohH0bezKOBsA8/s/1303160919/br/225996849904-l" target="_blank">new research project set to begin in Kansas in January 2024</a>&nbsp;to examine wild turkey populations and ecology to inform state harvest and habitat management (more&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8va3NvdXRkb29ycy5jb20vS0RXUC1JbmZvL05ld3MvV2Vla2x5LU5ld3MvOC0zLTIzLUtEV1AtTmF0aW9uYWwtV2lsZC1UdXJrZXktRmVkZXJhdGlvbi10by1GdW5kLVdpbGQtVHVya2V5LVJlc2VhcmNoLWF0LUthbnNhcy1TdGF0ZS1Vbml2ZXJzaXR5L0tEV1AtTmF0aW9uYWwtV2lsZC1UdXJrZXktRmVkZXJhdGlvbi10by1GdW5kLVdpbGQtVHVya2V5LVJlc2VhcmNoLWF0LUthbnNhcy1TdGF0ZS1Vbml2ZXJzaXR5IiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDIzMDkxNS44MjY0MzIzMSJ9.NKHr08bPi4F16Td02-54_-kIzc23pD_MQBHUVDffpg4/s/1303160919/br/225996849904-l" target="_blank">HERE</a>).

To learn more about&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDQsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8va3NvdXRkb29ycy5jb20vSHVudGluZy9XaGF0LXRvLUh1bnQvVHVya2V5IiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDIzMDkxNS44MjY0MzIzMSJ9.OCMjgO_JkQpVC6wlp-LsJe8AidyXHiD3zcVHcdk_yGk/s/1303160919/br/225996849904-l" target="_blank">turkey hunting</a>&nbsp;in Kansas – including&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDUsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8va3NvdXRkb29ycy5jb20vS0RXUC1JbmZvL05ld3MvV2Vla2x5LU5ld3MvNy03LTIzLUthbnNhcy1XaWxkbGlmZS1hbmQtUGFya3MtQ29tbWlzc2lvbi1BcHByb3Zlcy1Mb3R0ZXJ5LURyYXctZm9yLU5vbi1yZXNpZGVudC1UdXJrZXktUGVybWl0cy9LYW5zYXMtV2lsZGxpZmUtYW5kLVBhcmtzLUNvbW1pc3Npb24tQXBwcm92ZXMtTG90dGVyeS1EcmF3LWZvci1Ob24tcmVzaWRlbnQtVHVya2V5LVBlcm1pdHMiLCJidWxsZXRpbl9pZCI6IjIwMjMwOTE1LjgyNjQzMjMxIn0.L8tU9Hl8aO3hLlxSx1v6n7cxxfsYhH-AajqEr5k3dcs/s/1303160919/br/225996849904-l" target="_blank">Kansas’ all-new lottery draw for non-resident turkey permits</a>&nbsp;and other regulation changes aimed at population conservation – visit ksoutdoors.com/Hunting then select “Turkey.”

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 </figure>PRATT&nbsp;– Beginning this fall, Kansas will have&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8va3NvdXRkb29ycy5jb20vSHVudGluZy9XaGF0LXRvLUh1bnQvVHVya2V5IiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDIzMDkxNS44MjY0MzIzMSJ9.JlaZjlK4gFUMf1kSeMNjAlTr9wgj9pegEBhe-LER_o0/s/1303160919/br/225996849904-l" target="_blank">no fall turkey hunting season</a>&nbsp;due to declining populations at state and regional levels. The difficult decision was arrived at by members of the Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission after hearing compelling recommendations from staff over the course of four public meetings.“We’ve documented consistent declines in turkey populations over the last 15 years largely due to reduced production levels,” said Kent Fricke, Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks small game biologist. “These trends are not unique to Kansas. States across the Midwest and Southeast have experienced similar patterns in turkey populations.”Though far fewer turkey hunters participate in the fall season than in the spring in Kansas, wildlife biologists said it remained an important component of overall harvest.“The estimated statewide fall harvest of turkey was less than 500 birds in 2022,” said Fricke. “While this is a small proportion of the statewide population, fall harvest is an additive source of mortality for turkeys, especially when hens are harvested.”Over the past several years, Commissioners have approved other preventative recommendations to reduce the impact of the fall season on turkey populations. In 2017, Commissioners voted to reduce the statewide bag limit from four birds to one bird. In 2019, fall turkey season dates were reduced from Oct. 1 through Jan. 31 (123 days) to Oct. 1 through Nov. 10 (41 days).But not all is lost. Staff continue working diligently to obtain as much data as possible in hopes of one day reversing declining population trends. One such example is a&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8va3NvdXRkb29ycy5jb20vS0RXUC1JbmZvL05ld3MvV2Vla2x5LU5ld3MvOC0zLTIzLUtEV1AtTmF0aW9uYWwtV2lsZC1UdXJrZXktRmVkZXJhdGlvbi10by1GdW5kLVdpbGQtVHVya2V5LVJlc2VhcmNoLWF0LUthbnNhcy1TdGF0ZS1Vbml2ZXJzaXR5L0tEV1AtTmF0aW9uYWwtV2lsZC1UdXJrZXktRmVkZXJhdGlvbi10by1GdW5kLVdpbGQtVHVya2V5LVJlc2VhcmNoLWF0LUthbnNhcy1TdGF0ZS1Vbml2ZXJzaXR5IiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDIzMDkxNS44MjY0MzIzMSJ9.6o9JcoR4Qngcg2RBaCZVjA6LWlNYxSohH0bezKOBsA8/s/1303160919/br/225996849904-l" target="_blank">new research project set to begin in Kansas in January 2024</a>&nbsp;to examine wild turkey populations and ecology to inform state harvest and habitat management (more&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8va3NvdXRkb29ycy5jb20vS0RXUC1JbmZvL05ld3MvV2Vla2x5LU5ld3MvOC0zLTIzLUtEV1AtTmF0aW9uYWwtV2lsZC1UdXJrZXktRmVkZXJhdGlvbi10by1GdW5kLVdpbGQtVHVya2V5LVJlc2VhcmNoLWF0LUthbnNhcy1TdGF0ZS1Vbml2ZXJzaXR5L0tEV1AtTmF0aW9uYWwtV2lsZC1UdXJrZXktRmVkZXJhdGlvbi10by1GdW5kLVdpbGQtVHVya2V5LVJlc2VhcmNoLWF0LUthbnNhcy1TdGF0ZS1Vbml2ZXJzaXR5IiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDIzMDkxNS44MjY0MzIzMSJ9.NKHr08bPi4F16Td02-54_-kIzc23pD_MQBHUVDffpg4/s/1303160919/br/225996849904-l" target="_blank">HERE</a>).To learn more about&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDQsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8va3NvdXRkb29ycy5jb20vSHVudGluZy9XaGF0LXRvLUh1bnQvVHVya2V5IiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDIzMDkxNS44MjY0MzIzMSJ9.OCMjgO_JkQpVC6wlp-LsJe8AidyXHiD3zcVHcdk_yGk/s/1303160919/br/225996849904-l" target="_blank">turkey hunting</a>&nbsp;in Kansas – including&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDUsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8va3NvdXRkb29ycy5jb20vS0RXUC1JbmZvL05ld3MvV2Vla2x5LU5ld3MvNy03LTIzLUthbnNhcy1XaWxkbGlmZS1hbmQtUGFya3MtQ29tbWlzc2lvbi1BcHByb3Zlcy1Mb3R0ZXJ5LURyYXctZm9yLU5vbi1yZXNpZGVudC1UdXJrZXktUGVybWl0cy9LYW5zYXMtV2lsZGxpZmUtYW5kLVBhcmtzLUNvbW1pc3Npb24tQXBwcm92ZXMtTG90dGVyeS1EcmF3LWZvci1Ob24tcmVzaWRlbnQtVHVya2V5LVBlcm1pdHMiLCJidWxsZXRpbl9pZCI6IjIwMjMwOTE1LjgyNjQzMjMxIn0.L8tU9Hl8aO3hLlxSx1v6n7cxxfsYhH-AajqEr5k3dcs/s/1303160919/br/225996849904-l" target="_blank">Kansas’ all-new lottery draw for non-resident turkey permits</a>&nbsp;and other regulation changes aimed at population conservation – visit ksoutdoors.com/Hunting then select “Turkey.”

Kansas suspends fall turkey hunting season

STEPHEN GEORGE FOX, 38, Ogden, Probation Violation; Bond $1,123; Released to custody of&nbsp;

ELISEO RIOS, 26, Fort Riley, Battery in rude, insulting, angry manner; Bond $750

CHRISTOPHER LEE WILLIAMS, 41, Ogden, Failure to appear; Bond $1,500

JUSTIN ALAN BROWN, 33, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $1,000

MACAIAH LEVY ANDERSON, 22, Manhattan, Failure to appear x2; Bond $21,000

RICHARD ALLEN EBERHART, 43, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

PETER WILLIAM HEIER, 40, Manhattan, Criminal threat against LEO; cause terror, evacuation or disruption; Released to custody of Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office

RICHARD ARON LOWERY, 25, Ogden, Probation Violation; Remains confined to the Riley County Jail

JOSEPH EARL TAYLOR, 33, Manhattan, Driving while suspended; 2nd or subsequent conviction; Bond $1,500

LOUIS ROBERT GARDNER, 30, Milford, Stalking; After served a protection order prohibiting contact; Violate protection order; Stalking/sexual assault/human trafficking per KSA 631a05, 631a06; Bond $4,500

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;STEPHEN GEORGE FOX, 38, Ogden, Probation Violation; Bond $1,123; Released to custody of&nbsp;ELISEO RIOS, 26, Fort Riley, Battery in rude, insulting, angry manner; Bond $750CHRISTOPHER LEE WILLIAMS, 41, Ogden, Failure to appear; Bond $1,500JUSTIN ALAN BROWN, 33, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $1,000MACAIAH LEVY ANDERSON, 22, Manhattan, Failure to appear x2; Bond $21,000RICHARD ALLEN EBERHART, 43, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750PETER WILLIAM HEIER, 40, Manhattan, Criminal threat against LEO; cause terror, evacuation or disruption; Released to custody of Pottawatomie County Sheriff's OfficeRICHARD ARON LOWERY, 25, Ogden, Probation Violation; Remains confined to the Riley County JailJOSEPH EARL TAYLOR, 33, Manhattan, Driving while suspended; 2nd or subsequent conviction; Bond $1,500LOUIS ROBERT GARDNER, 30, Milford, Stalking; After served a protection order prohibiting contact; Violate protection order; Stalking/sexual assault/human trafficking per KSA 631a05, 631a06; Bond $4,500

Riley County Arrest Report September 15

Junction City Chief of Police John Lamb talks to me about a variety of issues, activities and special events including community policing, the annual JCPD Block Party, the Citizen's Police Academy, the holiday season "Shop with a Cop" program for less fortunate children, his background in law enforcement and much more.

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