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;

KAIDEN DEREK DANIEL, 21, Wamego, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

EMANUEL GONZALES, 20, Hutchinson, Burlary; Vehicle to commit felony, theft or sexually motivated crime; 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;KAIDEN DEREK DANIEL, 21, Wamego, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750EMANUEL GONZALES, 20, Hutchinson, Burlary; Vehicle to commit felony, theft or sexually motivated crime; Bond $2,000

Riley County Arrest Report March 12

As one of only 13 states that does not legally allow the medical use of cannabis, Kansas will likely continue to face growing calls to rethink its approach.&nbsp;

In her 2023 State of the State Address, Governor Laura Kelly&nbsp;urged&nbsp;the Kansas&nbsp;Legislature&nbsp;to legalize the medical use of cannabis.&nbsp;

Using&nbsp;the&nbsp;personal stories of two Kansans, Kelly argued that this move could reduce suffering for those with&nbsp;chronic pain, seizure disorders, and&nbsp;Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).&nbsp;

This&nbsp;call to action, however, faces&nbsp;uncertainty&nbsp;in the&nbsp;legislature.&nbsp;

A bipartisan group of Kansas Senators, including seven Democrats and one Republican, introduced Senate Bill No. 171, also known as the Veterans First Medical Cannabis Act.&nbsp;

This Act calls for the “regulation of the cultivation, distribution, sale and use of medical cannabis.” If enacted, the bill would prioritize eligibility of those individuals currently serving in the military, as well as those separated from military service by honorable discharge during the first 60 days.&nbsp;

Similar to other state’s legislation, the bill also calls for the implementation of an excise tax on the cultivation and sale of cannabis.&nbsp;

Last week, the&nbsp;Kansas Committee on Federal and State Affairs&nbsp;held hearings&nbsp;on&nbsp;legislation (Senate Bill No. 135) that would legalize medical marijuana distribution, use, and regulation for patients diagnosed with one of 21 different health conditions.&nbsp;

The House Corrections and Juvenile Justice Committee also heard testimony related to state marijuana policy.

During the hearings, opponents criticized the use of veterans as the face of medical cannabis&nbsp;and&nbsp;warned of&nbsp;criminal activity that may result from legalization.

They also&nbsp;argued it was a slippery slope to full legalization for recreational use.

Proponents, on the other hand, argued it was time for Kansas to move on this issue.

The&nbsp;federal nature of the U.S. system has created a complicated patchwork of state policies with regard to controlled substances, such as marijuana.

Marijuana and marijuana products are illegal under federal law, but this has not stopped states from adopting their own approaches.

In recent years, many states have liberalized their laws on the regulation&nbsp;of marijuana&nbsp;sale and&nbsp;use.

Currently,&nbsp;37 states&nbsp;and the District of Columbia allow the use of cannabis for&nbsp;medically&nbsp;qualified individuals, leaving Kansas in the minority.&nbsp;

States that&nbsp;allow&nbsp;the sale&nbsp;and use of marijuana&nbsp;collect&nbsp;tax revenue that goes&nbsp;to a variety of sources from education funds to public safety and corrections departments.&nbsp;

In addition, public support&nbsp;for&nbsp;legalizing marijuana for medicinal and recreational&nbsp;use&nbsp;has increased in recent years. An October 2022 Pew Research&nbsp;survey&nbsp;indicates that 89% of Americans think marijuana should be legal for medical use.&nbsp;

Kansas may feel pressure&nbsp;from growing public&nbsp;support&nbsp;to legalize&nbsp;marijuana for&nbsp;medicinal and recreational use, as well as&nbsp;from neighboring states&nbsp;changing their policies.

This year,&nbsp;Missouri&nbsp;legalized&nbsp;recreational sale and use of cannabis and estimates suggest&nbsp;individuals spent nearly $13 million on cannabis products during the first weekend of sales alone.&nbsp;

Kansas border cities could face unique challenges as dispensaries open up on the other side of the Kansas-Missouri line.&nbsp;

Conversely,&nbsp;Oklahoma voters, who previously approved of a medical marijuana system in 2018,&nbsp;voted against the legalizations of&nbsp;recreational use on Tuesday, March 7.

With the politics of marijuana continually changing, the question remains, what will Kansas do on medical cannabis?

Brianne Heidbreder is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Kansas State University.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678373196929.jpeg" alt="Brianne Heidbreder is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Kansas State University." />
 <figcaption>Brianne Heidbreder is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Kansas State University.</figcaption>
 </figure>As one of only 13 states that does not legally allow the medical use of cannabis, Kansas will likely continue to face growing calls to rethink its approach.&nbsp;In her 2023 State of the State Address, Governor Laura Kelly&nbsp;urged&nbsp;the Kansas&nbsp;Legislature&nbsp;to legalize the medical use of cannabis.&nbsp;Using&nbsp;the&nbsp;personal stories of two Kansans, Kelly argued that this move could reduce suffering for those with&nbsp;chronic pain, seizure disorders, and&nbsp;Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).&nbsp;This&nbsp;call to action, however, faces&nbsp;uncertainty&nbsp;in the&nbsp;legislature.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575913663048.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>A bipartisan group of Kansas Senators, including seven Democrats and one Republican, introduced Senate Bill No. 171, also known as the Veterans First Medical Cannabis Act.&nbsp;This Act calls for the “regulation of the cultivation, distribution, sale and use of medical cannabis.” If enacted, the bill would prioritize eligibility of those individuals currently serving in the military, as well as those separated from military service by honorable discharge during the first 60 days.&nbsp;Similar to other state’s legislation, the bill also calls for the implementation of an excise tax on the cultivation and sale of cannabis.&nbsp;Last week, the&nbsp;Kansas Committee on Federal and State Affairs&nbsp;held hearings&nbsp;on&nbsp;legislation (Senate Bill No. 135) that would legalize medical marijuana distribution, use, and regulation for patients diagnosed with one of 21 different health conditions.&nbsp;The House Corrections and Juvenile Justice Committee also heard testimony related to state marijuana policy.During the hearings, opponents criticized the use of veterans as the face of medical cannabis&nbsp;and&nbsp;warned of&nbsp;criminal activity that may result from legalization.They also&nbsp;argued it was a slippery slope to full legalization for recreational use.Proponents, on the other hand, argued it was time for Kansas to move on this issue.The&nbsp;federal nature of the U.S. system has created a complicated patchwork of state policies with regard to controlled substances, such as marijuana.Marijuana and marijuana products are illegal under federal law, but this has not stopped states from adopting their own approaches.In recent years, many states have liberalized their laws on the regulation&nbsp;of marijuana&nbsp;sale and&nbsp;use.Currently,&nbsp;37 states&nbsp;and the District of Columbia allow the use of cannabis for&nbsp;medically&nbsp;qualified individuals, leaving Kansas in the minority.&nbsp;States that&nbsp;allow&nbsp;the sale&nbsp;and use of marijuana&nbsp;collect&nbsp;tax revenue that goes&nbsp;to a variety of sources from education funds to public safety and corrections departments.&nbsp;In addition, public support&nbsp;for&nbsp;legalizing marijuana for medicinal and recreational&nbsp;use&nbsp;has increased in recent years. An October 2022 Pew Research&nbsp;survey&nbsp;indicates that 89% of Americans think marijuana should be legal for medical use.&nbsp;Kansas may feel pressure&nbsp;from growing public&nbsp;support&nbsp;to legalize&nbsp;marijuana for&nbsp;medicinal and recreational use, as well as&nbsp;from neighboring states&nbsp;changing their policies.This year,&nbsp;Missouri&nbsp;legalized&nbsp;recreational sale and use of cannabis and estimates suggest&nbsp;individuals spent nearly $13 million on cannabis products during the first weekend of sales alone.&nbsp;Kansas border cities could face unique challenges as dispensaries open up on the other side of the Kansas-Missouri line.&nbsp;Conversely,&nbsp;Oklahoma voters, who previously approved of a medical marijuana system in 2018,&nbsp;voted against the legalizations of&nbsp;recreational use on Tuesday, March 7.With the politics of marijuana continually changing, the question remains, what will Kansas do on medical cannabis?Brianne Heidbreder is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Kansas State University.

INSIGHT KANSAS: Kansas an outlier on medical cannabis

Meteorologist: Weather patterns play large role in fires&nbsp;

By MADDY ROHR K-State Research and Extension news service&nbsp;

MANHATTAN — The beginning of the year has been quiet for Kansas wildfires after above average moisture in January, but the trend may not continue into peak fire season. In previous years, the incidence of fires increased due to the state’s ongoing drought, resulting in grass or fuel loading.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Chip Redmond, the manager of the&nbsp;<a href="https://mesonet.k-state.edu/">Kansas Mesonet</a>, a network of 70 weather stations throughout the state, said short-term weather drives fire potential and determines grass’s ability to burn, making fire season predictions challenging.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“Contrary to popular belief, large wildfires in Kansas are usually independent of long-term drought conditions,” Redmond said. “Weather events like a mid-latitude cyclone -- a low pressure system that typically forms east of the Rocky Mountains and moves across the Plains -- typically feature strong winds and provide significant challenges with shifting winds that make firefighting dangerous and fire spread nearly impossible to suppress.”&nbsp;

Strong, low-pressure systems can be forecasted 1-2 weeks in advance. Beyond that, forecasters look at upcoming patterns, Redmond adds.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“La Nina (a cooling of ocean surface temperatures that is often associated with inland drought) remains the main contributor in the extended forecast despite starting to show signs of weakening,” Redmond said. “An active pattern is set to continue with 1-2 storm systems a week across the central US. This will be enhanced somewhat by the still persistent impacts of La Nina.”&nbsp;

Redmond said those areas that have received moisture will likely continue to see precipitation, which doesn’t favor the central and western parts of the state, which will remain mostly dry.&nbsp;

“The conclusion of fire season is typically considered if or when grasses green up across the state. This varies by year and is mostly dependent on soil moisture and temperatures,” Redmond said.&nbsp;

Eric Ward, Kansas Forest Service assistant fire management officer, said&nbsp;fires occur statewide during the spring, but the south-central area has a history of very serious spring fires, and the Kansas Flint Hills always has a lot of fires.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“Most fires in Kansas are caused by human activity,” Ward said. “Debris burning, escaped prescribed burn, welding or cutting in dry grass, dragging chains, defective equipment. Be especially cautious on any dry breezy day – which is pretty common in a Kansas springtime before things green up.”&nbsp;

Preventing loss due to fires begins with preparing your property to survive a fire by clearing brush away from homes, cleaning gutters regularly and having noncombustible siding and roofing material.&nbsp;

“In a major wildfire, the fire department will simply not have enough resources to protect every home or property, so those that can survive on their own have the best chance,” Ward said.&nbsp;

He notes that the Kansas Forest Service supports the safe use of prescribed fire, but doing so comes with precautions.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“It is a powerful, dangerous tool that must be used carefully,” Ward said. “Those wishing to burn should get training in how to do so safely, and partner with neighbors to help each other out and ensure enough personnel and equipment are on scene to keep the fire where it is supposed to be.”&nbsp;

Ward suggests checking the fire weather forecast on the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.weather.gov/fire/">local National Weather Service website</a>&nbsp;to get weather information specific to fire behavior, such as dropping humidity or forecasted wind shifts.&nbsp;

“Weather should be checked for the day of the planned burn, but also for at least 2-4 days after. A number of fires in recent years occurred when the weather was okay on the day of the burn but turned dry and windy a day or two later, and a residual ember was whipped to flame and causes damage,” Ward said.&nbsp;

The&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kansasforests.org/fire_management/">Kansas Forest Service Fire Management Program</a>&nbsp;offers resources and tools to learn more about fire control and prevention.&nbsp;

“Wildfires are a real risk for Kansas even with recent moisture. People should have a plan and take proper precautions to avoid fire starts and limit fire spread,” Redmond said.&nbsp;

<h2>Meteorologist: Weather patterns play large role in fires&nbsp;</h2>By MADDY ROHR K-State Research and Extension news service&nbsp;MANHATTAN — The beginning of the year has been quiet for Kansas wildfires after above average moisture in January, but the trend may not continue into peak fire season. In previous years, the incidence of fires increased due to the state’s ongoing drought, resulting in grass or fuel loading.&nbsp;&nbsp;Chip Redmond, the manager of the&nbsp;<a href="https://mesonet.k-state.edu/">Kansas Mesonet</a>, a network of 70 weather stations throughout the state, said short-term weather drives fire potential and determines grass’s ability to burn, making fire season predictions challenging.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/9/1662563931969.jpeg" alt="A child's toy is all that is left after a house in Paradise was burned to the ground in 2021 as high winds ripped through Russell County. CRISTINA JANNEY/Hays Post" />
 <figcaption>A child's toy is all that is left after a house in Paradise was burned to the ground in 2021 as high winds ripped through Russell County. CRISTINA JANNEY/Hays Post</figcaption>
 </figure>“Contrary to popular belief, large wildfires in Kansas are usually independent of long-term drought conditions,” Redmond said. “Weather events like a mid-latitude cyclone -- a low pressure system that typically forms east of the Rocky Mountains and moves across the Plains -- typically feature strong winds and provide significant challenges with shifting winds that make firefighting dangerous and fire spread nearly impossible to suppress.”&nbsp;Strong, low-pressure systems can be forecasted 1-2 weeks in advance. Beyond that, forecasters look at upcoming patterns, Redmond adds.&nbsp;&nbsp;“La Nina (a cooling of ocean surface temperatures that is often associated with inland drought) remains the main contributor in the extended forecast despite starting to show signs of weakening,” Redmond said. “An active pattern is set to continue with 1-2 storm systems a week across the central US. This will be enhanced somewhat by the still persistent impacts of La Nina.”&nbsp;Redmond said those areas that have received moisture will likely continue to see precipitation, which doesn’t favor the central and western parts of the state, which will remain mostly dry.&nbsp;“The conclusion of fire season is typically considered if or when grasses green up across the state. This varies by year and is mostly dependent on soil moisture and temperatures,” Redmond said.&nbsp;Eric Ward, Kansas Forest Service assistant fire management officer, said&nbsp;fires occur statewide during the spring, but the south-central area has a history of very serious spring fires, and the Kansas Flint Hills always has a lot of fires.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Most fires in Kansas are caused by human activity,” Ward said. “Debris burning, escaped prescribed burn, welding or cutting in dry grass, dragging chains, defective equipment. Be especially cautious on any dry breezy day – which is pretty common in a Kansas springtime before things green up.”&nbsp;Preventing loss due to fires begins with preparing your property to survive a fire by clearing brush away from homes, cleaning gutters regularly and having noncombustible siding and roofing material.&nbsp;“In a major wildfire, the fire department will simply not have enough resources to protect every home or property, so those that can survive on their own have the best chance,” Ward said.&nbsp;He notes that the Kansas Forest Service supports the safe use of prescribed fire, but doing so comes with precautions.&nbsp;&nbsp;“It is a powerful, dangerous tool that must be used carefully,” Ward said. “Those wishing to burn should get training in how to do so safely, and partner with neighbors to help each other out and ensure enough personnel and equipment are on scene to keep the fire where it is supposed to be.”&nbsp;Ward suggests checking the fire weather forecast on the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.weather.gov/fire/">local National Weather Service website</a>&nbsp;to get weather information specific to fire behavior, such as dropping humidity or forecasted wind shifts.&nbsp;“Weather should be checked for the day of the planned burn, but also for at least 2-4 days after. A number of fires in recent years occurred when the weather was okay on the day of the burn but turned dry and windy a day or two later, and a residual ember was whipped to flame and causes damage,” Ward said.&nbsp;The&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kansasforests.org/fire_management/">Kansas Forest Service Fire Management Program</a>&nbsp;offers resources and tools to learn more about fire control and prevention.&nbsp;“Wildfires are a real risk for Kansas even with recent moisture. People should have a plan and take proper precautions to avoid fire starts and limit fire spread,” Redmond said.&nbsp;

Kansas wildfire season is here, officials say 

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post&nbsp;

MANHATTAN - The City of Manhattan's Spring Cleanup Week is just around the corner.

The City announced that Spring Cleanup will be March 27th through the 31st.

The City of Manhattan has partnered with local refuse contractors to haul most yard waste items away for free.

The City only will pick up yard waste, tree limbs, and branches if they are properly bagged and stacked as follows:

Items not accepted for removal during Spring Cleanup include: major household appliances, tires, batteries, concrete or rock rubble, construction or demolition debris, or household hazardous waste.

More details on City of Manhattan's Spring Cleanup can be <a href="https://cityofmhk.com/1175/Spring-Cleanup?utm_source=City+Link+-+Manhattan&amp;utm_campaign=f34ad35faf-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2017_07_24_COPY_01&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_term=0_1bfbdb8c98-f34ad35faf-259232922&amp;mc_cid=f34ad35faf&amp;mc_eid=3f6ba80c0e">found here.</a>

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>MANHATTAN - The City of Manhattan's Spring Cleanup Week is just around the corner.The City announced that Spring Cleanup will be March 27th through the 31st.The City of Manhattan has partnered with local refuse contractors to haul most yard waste items away for free.The City only will pick up yard waste, tree limbs, and branches if they are properly bagged and stacked as follows:<ul>
 <li>Place all yard waste (grass clippings and leaves) in yard waste paper bags, available at many local retailers. If you use plastic bags, we won’t pick it up!</li><li>Create separate piles on the curb for yard waste and for limbs and branches.</li><li>Stack branches in a loose pile; don't use rope or twine to tie them together. Do not mix scrap lumber and branches. Scrap lumber will be picked up by participating refuse contractors on your regular trash pickup day and location.</li><li>Have your items on the curb and ready for pickup by&nbsp;7 a.m.&nbsp;on your scheduled pickup day. Crews will only check each area once!</li>
 </ul>Items not accepted for removal during Spring Cleanup include: major household appliances, tires, batteries, concrete or rock rubble, construction or demolition debris, or household hazardous waste.More details on City of Manhattan's Spring Cleanup can be <a href="https://cityofmhk.com/1175/Spring-Cleanup?utm_source=City+Link+-+Manhattan&amp;utm_campaign=f34ad35faf-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2017_07_24_COPY_01&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_term=0_1bfbdb8c98-f34ad35faf-259232922&amp;mc_cid=f34ad35faf&amp;mc_eid=3f6ba80c0e">found here.</a>

City of MHK announces Spring Clean-up dates: 3/27-3/31

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;

ANTHONY TOLIVER, 33, Manhattan, Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Bond $2,000

REANNAN ELYSE RIEDY, 24, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

BRENT ANTHONY TELCK, 24, Manhattan, Possession of marijuana; Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Bond $2,750

STUDD FRANCIS LEACH, 46, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $100

ALEX CORBIN CAIN, 30, Manhattan, Probation Violation; Bond $4,000

ETHAN MUTURI CHEGE, 23, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $1,000

RYAN NICHOLAS ARMBRUST, 18, Wamego, Attempted theft of property or services; Value less than $1,500; Shoplifting; Theft of property or services; Value less than $1,500; Shoplifting; arrested and released on bond by Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office on 3/8/23

JOSCELYN LEE HELM, 25, Wichita; Failure to appear; arrested and released on bond by McPherson County Sheriff's Office on 3/6/23

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;ANTHONY TOLIVER, 33, Manhattan, Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Bond $2,000REANNAN ELYSE RIEDY, 24, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750BRENT ANTHONY TELCK, 24, Manhattan, Possession of marijuana; Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Bond $2,750<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678573545206.jpeg" alt="Studd Francis Leach, picture from KDOC" />
 <figcaption>Studd Francis Leach, picture from KDOC</figcaption>
 </figure>STUDD FRANCIS LEACH, 46, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $100ALEX CORBIN CAIN, 30, Manhattan, Probation Violation; Bond $4,000ETHAN MUTURI CHEGE, 23, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $1,000RYAN NICHOLAS ARMBRUST, 18, Wamego, Attempted theft of property or services; Value less than $1,500; Shoplifting; Theft of property or services; Value less than $1,500; Shoplifting; arrested and released on bond by Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office on 3/8/23JOSCELYN LEE HELM, 25, Wichita; Failure to appear; arrested and released on bond by McPherson County Sheriff's Office on 3/6/23

📷: Riley County Arrest Report March 11

MORRIS COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities searching for a drug suspect have made an arrest.

Just after 11p.m. Friday, authorities arrested Colton&nbsp;Brady after a search warrant was executed at #42 Pioneer Village, according to Council Grove Police. On Wednesday, Brady ran from a domestic disturbance in the 200 Block of North Union Street.

He is being held on requested charges of Felony interference with Law Enforcement-Possession of fentanyl, Possession of methamphetamine, Possession of marijuana, Possession of drug paraphernalia and an Outstanding Felony Warrant.

Officers also arrested Morgan Ross, of Council Grove on requested charges of Felony interference with Law Enforcement, Introducing contraband into a correctional facility, Possession of methamphetamine and Possession of marijuana.

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post

COUNCIL GROVE - On Wednesday, March 8th, around 8:00 p.m. the Council Grove Police Department responded to the 200 block of North Union Street on the report of a domestic disturbance.

Colton Brady ran from the scene on 825 Road, north of Council Grove and is wanted for questioning in regards to&nbsp; Interference with Law Enforcement,  Possession of Fentanyl,  and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Additionally, a felony warrant has been issued for Brady, who is known to be armed.

If you see Brady you are asked to&nbsp;call 911 immediately. If you have any information regarding his whereabouts, please call the Morris County Sheriff's Office at (620) 767-6310.

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 <figcaption>Colton Brady, pic from Morris Co. Sheriff's Office</figcaption>
 </figure>MORRIS COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities searching for a drug suspect have made an arrest.Just after 11p.m. Friday, authorities arrested Colton&nbsp;Brady after a search warrant was executed at #42 Pioneer Village, according to Council Grove Police. On Wednesday, Brady ran from a domestic disturbance in the 200 Block of North Union Street.He is being held on requested charges of Felony interference with Law Enforcement-Possession of fentanyl, Possession of methamphetamine, Possession of marijuana, Possession of drug paraphernalia and an Outstanding Felony Warrant.Officers also arrested Morgan Ross, of Council Grove on requested charges of Felony interference with Law Enforcement, Introducing contraband into a correctional facility, Possession of methamphetamine and Possession of marijuana.-----------by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostCOUNCIL GROVE - On Wednesday, March 8th, around 8:00 p.m. the Council Grove Police Department responded to the 200 block of North Union Street on the report of a domestic disturbance.Colton Brady ran from the scene on 825 Road, north of Council Grove and is wanted for questioning in regards to&nbsp; Interference with Law Enforcement, Possession of Fentanyl, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.Additionally, a felony warrant has been issued for Brady, who is known to be armed.If you see Brady you are asked to&nbsp;call 911 immediately. If you have any information regarding his whereabouts, please call the Morris County Sheriff's Office at (620) 767-6310.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fmorriscountyks%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02r5TQRk98MpH7ZQK7SaADwMTgwSk9YFhiZmZvM893DoZyotvRquGGMM42arsVUC7hl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="783" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Police capture drug suspect who ran from domestic disturbance

TOPEKA – Preliminary estimates reported by the Labor Market Information Services division of the Kansas Department of Labor and the Bureau of Labor Statistics show a seasonally adjusted unemployment rate of 2.9% in January. This is unchanged from 2.9% in December and an increase from 2.5% in January 2022.

The jobless rates across northeast Kansas ticked up, with Riley County rising from 2.6&nbsp; percent in December to 2.8 percent in January. Geary and Wabaunsee Counties saw the biggest increase on the region.&nbsp; The rate in Wabaunsee County jumped from 2.2 percent in December to 3 percent. Geary County from 3.5 to 4 percent.

Seasonally adjusted job estimates for Kansas indicate total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 8,500 from December. Total nonfarm includes private sector and government employers. Private sector jobs increased by 4,400 over the month, while government increased by 4,100.

“Annual estimates indicate that Kansas employers added 38,300 private sector jobs in 2022, a growth rate of 3.4%,” said Labor Economist Emilie Doerksen. “This strong growth continued in January 2023, with preliminary estimates for the private sector increasing by 4,400 jobs over the month.”

Since January 2022 Kansas’ seasonally adjusted total nonfarm jobs have increased by 48,900. This change is due to an increase of 47,100 private sector jobs and an increase of 1,800 government jobs.

Complete Kansas labor market information for January is available&nbsp;<a href="https://public.tableau.com/app/profile/kdol/viz/KansasLaborForceUnemploymentRatesbyCounty/KansasLaborForceUnemploymentRates">here</a>. The February 2023 Labor Report will be released on March 24.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678465854538.png" alt="Jobless numbers January 2023" />
 <figcaption>Jobless numbers January 2023</figcaption>
 </figure>TOPEKA – Preliminary estimates reported by the Labor Market Information Services division of the Kansas Department of Labor and the Bureau of Labor Statistics show a seasonally adjusted unemployment rate of 2.9% in January. This is unchanged from 2.9% in December and an increase from 2.5% in January 2022.The jobless rates across northeast Kansas ticked up, with Riley County rising from 2.6&nbsp; percent in December to 2.8 percent in January. Geary and Wabaunsee Counties saw the biggest increase on the region.&nbsp; The rate in Wabaunsee County jumped from 2.2 percent in December to 3 percent. Geary County from 3.5 to 4 percent.Seasonally adjusted job estimates for Kansas indicate total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 8,500 from December. Total nonfarm includes private sector and government employers. Private sector jobs increased by 4,400 over the month, while government increased by 4,100.“Annual estimates indicate that Kansas employers added 38,300 private sector jobs in 2022, a growth rate of 3.4%,” said Labor Economist Emilie Doerksen. “This strong growth continued in January 2023, with preliminary estimates for the private sector increasing by 4,400 jobs over the month.”Since January 2022 Kansas’ seasonally adjusted total nonfarm jobs have increased by 48,900. This change is due to an increase of 47,100 private sector jobs and an increase of 1,800 government jobs.Complete Kansas labor market information for January is available&nbsp;<a href="https://public.tableau.com/app/profile/kdol/viz/KansasLaborForceUnemploymentRatesbyCounty/KansasLaborForceUnemploymentRates">here</a>. The February 2023 Labor Report will be released on March 24.

Jobless rate up in Riley County, across the region

There are some remarkable things happening in Kansas. Our public higher education institutions have played an important role in educating Kansans over the years, preparing graduates for life and work and serving their communities in myriad ways. A subset of those public universities — our research universities — have been essential economic engines in our state. These institutions are talent and resource magnets, leaders in scientific discovery and generators of licensable technologies. They also attract students and faculty to Kansas, compete for federal grants to support their research and engage with industry partners in research, discovery and innovation.

Kansas State University is one of Kansas' three public research universities and the state's only land-grant university, which adds two important functions to our dual mission of educating and serving Kansans:&nbsp; • A robust and publicly engaged College of Agriculture. • Extension, a model that connects the expertise and knowledge at the university to every county in the state in topics ranging from agronomy to education, family sciences to economic development and so much more.&nbsp; K-State also has the privilege and distinction of being the nation's first operational land-grant university, a forever point of pride for Kansas and Kansans. What's happening today in Kansas is new and exciting, and it's something to which every Kansan should be paying close attention. The state is actively recruiting companies with new levels of energy, vision and commitment — big companies with high-paying jobs in critical and emerging growth sectors such as energy storage, semiconductors, drug discovery, animal health, agricultural technologies, biomanufacturing and aviation.&nbsp; Kansas' public research universities must be steadfast partners with the state in recruiting these companies, meeting their workforce needs and creating meaningful and productive industry-university partnerships. Companies are attracted to locations having a great university, a supportive community and commitments from both. Kansas has been successful in recent years and will continue to be successful in the years ahead because of our people, our work ethic, our culture and our values. We hear this time and time again, and we take enormous pride in our state. Our citizens want Kansas to be a great state — for families, businesses, communities and future generations — and we will roll up our sleeves to make it so. K-State has fully aligned itself with the state's strategies to recruit companies and jobs to Kansas. We have done this through our bold and ambitious Economic Prosperity Plan for Kansas. We have done this through our investments in research that support emerging technologies and economic development. We do this through workforce development. We do this through partnerships. Our university is changing, operationally and physically, to be more responsive to industry needs and more valuable to our state in connecting research and innovation to economic development and job creation.&nbsp; How are we changing operationally? We are becoming more nimble, more adaptive and more intentional about connecting to employers hiring our graduates and partnering with our researchers. We are incentivizing innovation and partnerships. We are developing new education and training programs, leveraging new modalities of delivery and reaching new audiences. We are partnering with technical colleges and community colleges in new ways. How are we changing physically? We are embedding industry professionals on our campus. We are building new facilities for industry and K-State researchers — faculty and students — to work together, learn from one another and create the technologies that will drive the jobs and industries of tomorrow. Companies are choosing open offices in K-State's rapidly growing Edge District on the Manhattan campus and in our communities of Manhattan, Salina and Olathe. We are taking full advantage of their proximity, interests and resources.&nbsp; K-State is a great partner to the governor and lieutenant governor, the Kansas Department of Commerce, our communities' chambers of commerce and regional economic development councils. By intentionally connecting research to economic development, K-State will become an even more valuable asset and partner to the state. We need to fully embrace the role of our public research universities in creating and securing the future of Kansas. We must continue to invest in this largest economic driver. We are more than a public good — we are a proven product.&nbsp; David Rosowsky is vice president for research at Kansas State University.&nbsp;

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 </figure>There are some remarkable things happening in Kansas. Our public higher education institutions have played an important role in educating Kansans over the years, preparing graduates for life and work and serving their communities in myriad ways. A subset of those public universities — our research universities — have been essential economic engines in our state. These institutions are talent and resource magnets, leaders in scientific discovery and generators of licensable technologies. They also attract students and faculty to Kansas, compete for federal grants to support their research and engage with industry partners in research, discovery and innovation.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575913663048.png" alt="" />
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 </figure>Kansas State University is one of Kansas' three public research universities and the state's only land-grant university, which adds two important functions to our dual mission of educating and serving Kansans:&nbsp; • A robust and publicly engaged College of Agriculture. • Extension, a model that connects the expertise and knowledge at the university to every county in the state in topics ranging from agronomy to education, family sciences to economic development and so much more.&nbsp; K-State also has the privilege and distinction of being the nation's first operational land-grant university, a forever point of pride for Kansas and Kansans. What's happening today in Kansas is new and exciting, and it's something to which every Kansan should be paying close attention. The state is actively recruiting companies with new levels of energy, vision and commitment — big companies with high-paying jobs in critical and emerging growth sectors such as energy storage, semiconductors, drug discovery, animal health, agricultural technologies, biomanufacturing and aviation.&nbsp; Kansas' public research universities must be steadfast partners with the state in recruiting these companies, meeting their workforce needs and creating meaningful and productive industry-university partnerships. Companies are attracted to locations having a great university, a supportive community and commitments from both. Kansas has been successful in recent years and will continue to be successful in the years ahead because of our people, our work ethic, our culture and our values. We hear this time and time again, and we take enormous pride in our state. Our citizens want Kansas to be a great state — for families, businesses, communities and future generations — and we will roll up our sleeves to make it so. K-State has fully aligned itself with the state's strategies to recruit companies and jobs to Kansas. We have done this through our bold and ambitious Economic Prosperity Plan for Kansas. We have done this through our investments in research that support emerging technologies and economic development. We do this through workforce development. We do this through partnerships. Our university is changing, operationally and physically, to be more responsive to industry needs and more valuable to our state in connecting research and innovation to economic development and job creation.&nbsp; How are we changing operationally? We are becoming more nimble, more adaptive and more intentional about connecting to employers hiring our graduates and partnering with our researchers. We are incentivizing innovation and partnerships. We are developing new education and training programs, leveraging new modalities of delivery and reaching new audiences. We are partnering with technical colleges and community colleges in new ways. How are we changing physically? We are embedding industry professionals on our campus. We are building new facilities for industry and K-State researchers — faculty and students — to work together, learn from one another and create the technologies that will drive the jobs and industries of tomorrow. Companies are choosing open offices in K-State's rapidly growing Edge District on the Manhattan campus and in our communities of Manhattan, Salina and Olathe. We are taking full advantage of their proximity, interests and resources.&nbsp; K-State is a great partner to the governor and lieutenant governor, the Kansas Department of Commerce, our communities' chambers of commerce and regional economic development councils. By intentionally connecting research to economic development, K-State will become an even more valuable asset and partner to the state. We need to fully embrace the role of our public research universities in creating and securing the future of Kansas. We must continue to invest in this largest economic driver. We are more than a public good — we are a proven product.&nbsp; David Rosowsky is vice president for research at Kansas State University.&nbsp;

OPINION: K-State fusing research to economic development in the state

There will be a three-day career fair at Manhattan Tech, 3136 Dickens Ave., Manhattan, this month.

The event is scheduled from 1 to 3 p.m. March 21, 2 to 4 p.m. March 22 and 2 to 4 p.m. March 23.

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 </figure>There will be a three-day career fair at Manhattan Tech, 3136 Dickens Ave., Manhattan, this month.The event is scheduled from 1 to 3 p.m. March 21, 2 to 4 p.m. March 22 and 2 to 4 p.m. March 23.

Career fair scheduled at Manhattan Tech this month

MANHATTAN - The City of Manhattan is closing the Downtown parking garage starting the evening of Saturday, March 11th through Sunday, March 19th.

The parking garage is being closed to allow crews to clean the garage and restripe the parking spaces.

Other public parking options in the downtown area will remain open during this project.

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - The City of Manhattan is closing the Downtown parking garage starting the evening of Saturday, March 11th through Sunday, March 19th.<div><iframe src="https://www.google.com/maps/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d4675.147659085279!2d-96.5635483576819!3d39.17593660282635!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x87bdd28bb7c67ff5%3A0x723180d78550eecf!2sParking%20Garage!5e1!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1678486336959!5m2!1sen!2sus" width="600" height="450" style="border:0;" allowfullscreen="" loading="lazy" referrerpolicy="no-referrer-when-downgrade"></iframe></div>The parking garage is being closed to allow crews to clean the garage and restripe the parking spaces.Other public parking options in the downtown area will remain open during this project.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FCityofmanhattan%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02zT1Dp3LDjSF137NNHEaCQWGo79Aq7h5AsAwRbFZDrEjodoJARh2Rv443yy9Pw7FWl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="535" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Downtown MHK parking garage to close for maintenance

MANHATTAN - City of Manhattan, City Manager, Ron Fehr announced Aaron Stewart as the City's new Parks and Recreation Director.

Stewart currently serves as the Parks and Recreation Director for the City of Garden City, and is anticipated to start with the city of Manhattan on April 17.

Stewart will replace retired Parks and Recreation Director, Eddie Estes, who retired in May 2022.

As Parks and Recreation Director, Stewart will oversee the city's&nbsp;park facilities, recreation centers, pools, an ice rink, an animal shelter, Sunset Zoo, and the Flint Hills Discovery Center.

“We are pleased to have Aaron join our team,” Fehr said. “Aaron has great experience and enthusiasm, which will serve him well in this position.”

The Parks and Recreation Department website is&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=01e347ac4c&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e" target="_blank">www.mhkprd.com</a>. Find the latest information about Rec programs on Facebook&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=25374b8ca8&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e" target="_blank">@manhattanparksandrec</a>&nbsp;or Twitter&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=3cb100df8c&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e" target="_blank">@ManhattanPRD</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post<figure>
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 </figure>MANHATTAN - City of Manhattan, City Manager, Ron Fehr announced Aaron Stewart as the City's new Parks and Recreation Director.Stewart currently serves as the Parks and Recreation Director for the City of Garden City, and is anticipated to start with the city of Manhattan on April 17.Stewart will replace retired Parks and Recreation Director, Eddie Estes, who retired in May 2022.As Parks and Recreation Director, Stewart will oversee the city's&nbsp;park facilities, recreation centers, pools, an ice rink, an animal shelter, Sunset Zoo, and the Flint Hills Discovery Center.“We are pleased to have Aaron join our team,” Fehr said. “Aaron has great experience and enthusiasm, which will serve him well in this position.”The Parks and Recreation Department website is&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=01e347ac4c&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e" target="_blank">www.mhkprd.com</a>. Find the latest information about Rec programs on Facebook&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=25374b8ca8&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e" target="_blank">@manhattanparksandrec</a>&nbsp;or Twitter&nbsp;<a href="https://cityofmhk.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e92cc4cc1e09dc1dafa7ba9da&amp;id=3cb100df8c&amp;e=3f6ba80c0e" target="_blank">@ManhattanPRD</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

City of MHK announces Aaron Stewart as new Parks & Rec Director

ELIYAH LUGO, 21, Fort Riley, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;ELIYAH LUGO, 21, Fort Riley, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

Riley County Arrest Report March 10

On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman speaks with Dare2tri executive director Keri Serota.

<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/_mCgRqySF6Q" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman speaks with Dare2tri executive director Keri Serota.

🎤 Forward Ever: Dare2tri executive director Keri Serota

By RON WILSON Huck Boyd National Institute for Rural Development&nbsp;&nbsp;

“Bling.” My daughters would say that this term refers to fun, shiny jewelry.&nbsp;

Today we’ll meet a remarkable young woman entrepreneur who has built a business around providing fashionable bling for women. She is not only overcoming the challenges of business, she has found that doing so is helping her overcome the challenges of health and life itself.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Nicole Hedges-Campos is the founder of Bling Glamour, a clothing and fashion accessory business. She grew up in the rural community of Scott City, population 4,113 people. Now, that’s rural.&nbsp;

Hedges-Campos attended Kansas State University and joined a sorority. After college, she moved to Las Vegas with two sorority sisters. She was working in a marketing position when an unknown health disorder popped up.&nbsp;

“I got really sick,” she said. On one occasion, she passed out on an airplane. No one could identify the cause. Ultimately she lost her driver’s license and moved back with her parents in Scott City.&nbsp;

“We were going to doctors all over the country, trying to figure out what was wrong,” Hedges-Campos said. Finally a physician at the Cleveland Clinic identified that she had a connective tissue disease, and prescribed treatment.&nbsp;

Back home, Hedges-Campos was cleaning rooms at her parent’s bed and breakfast.&nbsp;&nbsp;She also started selling purses from her basement.&nbsp;

“I love fashion,” she said. “My mom and I always enjoyed shopping.”&nbsp;

Her eye for fashion proved successful, as customers became very interested in the items she was offering. Hedges-Campos also met and married Mark, a local teacher and coach.&nbsp;

Hedges-Campos decided to open a shop in downtown Scott City. She named it Bling Glamour. The shop started selling handbags and accessories, and expanded its product lines over time to include clothing and jewelry.&nbsp;

“It was a hit,” she said. Not only did the business grow, it seemed to give her a purpose in her recovery. “Bling got me back on my feet. God put this in my heart, and I started getting stronger.”&nbsp;

It went so well that Nicole decided to open a second store in Garden City. “That store went crazy,” she said. A third store opened in Manhattan.&nbsp;

Bling Glamour has grown so much that Mark has joined the business, along with Nicole’s parents. In addition to its online presence, Bling Glamour now has 26 stores in Kansas, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Missouri, with another on the way.&nbsp;

There have been challenges. At one point, their distribution center was lost to fire. On another, the roof collapsed on their store in Hays.&nbsp;

“It’s been a journey, and a lot of work,” Hedges-Campos said. “God has closed doors in our face, and He has opened them. We relied on our faith to get us through. We feel we are meant to do this.”&nbsp;

Hedges-Campos has especially enjoyed mentoring young women who have joined the company. “We’ve helped encourage some incredible leaders who are working really hard. I’ve loved watching other women find opportunity, find strength, and be leaders.”&nbsp;

Bling Glamour can outfit a customer from head to toe – literally. The company offers items from hats to shoes, with apparel, jewelry and other accessories in between.&nbsp;&nbsp;Kendra Scott jewelry is a popular feature. The store stays very current.&nbsp;&nbsp;“We buy weekly,” Hedges-Campos said.&nbsp;

Through its online site, Bling Glamour is shipping items across the nation and beyond.&nbsp;&nbsp;“We just had an order from Guam,” Hedges-Campos said.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

“We cater to everybody. This is not only for young women. A grandmother can shop with her granddaughter, and each one can find something. It’s like coming into the store to play dress-up.”&nbsp;

She adds: “I want people to feel better about themselves after they come in. I tell my staff, ‘Love people.’”&nbsp;

For more information, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.blingglamour.com/">www.blingglamour.com</a>.&nbsp;

Bling. Not only does it enhance one’s wardrobe, it has enabled this young entrepreneur to empower other woman and enrich their lives while enhancing her own health. We commend Nicole Hedges-Campos for making a difference with her fashion and her faith.&nbsp;

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 </figure>By RON WILSON Huck Boyd National Institute for Rural Development&nbsp;&nbsp;“Bling.” My daughters would say that this term refers to fun, shiny jewelry.&nbsp;Today we’ll meet a remarkable young woman entrepreneur who has built a business around providing fashionable bling for women. She is not only overcoming the challenges of business, she has found that doing so is helping her overcome the challenges of health and life itself.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Nicole Hedges-Campos is the founder of Bling Glamour, a clothing and fashion accessory business. She grew up in the rural community of Scott City, population 4,113 people. Now, that’s rural.&nbsp;Hedges-Campos attended Kansas State University and joined a sorority. After college, she moved to Las Vegas with two sorority sisters. She was working in a marketing position when an unknown health disorder popped up.&nbsp;“I got really sick,” she said. On one occasion, she passed out on an airplane. No one could identify the cause. Ultimately she lost her driver’s license and moved back with her parents in Scott City.&nbsp;“We were going to doctors all over the country, trying to figure out what was wrong,” Hedges-Campos said. Finally a physician at the Cleveland Clinic identified that she had a connective tissue disease, and prescribed treatment.&nbsp;Back home, Hedges-Campos was cleaning rooms at her parent’s bed and breakfast.&nbsp;&nbsp;She also started selling purses from her basement.&nbsp;“I love fashion,” she said. “My mom and I always enjoyed shopping.”&nbsp;Her eye for fashion proved successful, as customers became very interested in the items she was offering. Hedges-Campos also met and married Mark, a local teacher and coach.&nbsp;Hedges-Campos decided to open a shop in downtown Scott City. She named it Bling Glamour. The shop started selling handbags and accessories, and expanded its product lines over time to include clothing and jewelry.&nbsp;“It was a hit,” she said. Not only did the business grow, it seemed to give her a purpose in her recovery. “Bling got me back on my feet. God put this in my heart, and I started getting stronger.”&nbsp;It went so well that Nicole decided to open a second store in Garden City. “That store went crazy,” she said. A third store opened in Manhattan.&nbsp;Bling Glamour has grown so much that Mark has joined the business, along with Nicole’s parents. In addition to its online presence, Bling Glamour now has 26 stores in Kansas, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Missouri, with another on the way.&nbsp;There have been challenges. At one point, their distribution center was lost to fire. On another, the roof collapsed on their store in Hays.&nbsp;“It’s been a journey, and a lot of work,” Hedges-Campos said. “God has closed doors in our face, and He has opened them. We relied on our faith to get us through. We feel we are meant to do this.”&nbsp;Hedges-Campos has especially enjoyed mentoring young women who have joined the company. “We’ve helped encourage some incredible leaders who are working really hard. I’ve loved watching other women find opportunity, find strength, and be leaders.”&nbsp;Bling Glamour can outfit a customer from head to toe – literally. The company offers items from hats to shoes, with apparel, jewelry and other accessories in between.&nbsp;&nbsp;Kendra Scott jewelry is a popular feature. The store stays very current.&nbsp;&nbsp;“We buy weekly,” Hedges-Campos said.&nbsp;Through its online site, Bling Glamour is shipping items across the nation and beyond.&nbsp;&nbsp;“We just had an order from Guam,” Hedges-Campos said.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“We cater to everybody. This is not only for young women. A grandmother can shop with her granddaughter, and each one can find something. It’s like coming into the store to play dress-up.”&nbsp;She adds: “I want people to feel better about themselves after they come in. I tell my staff, ‘Love people.’”&nbsp;For more information, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.blingglamour.com/">www.blingglamour.com</a>.&nbsp;Bling. Not only does it enhance one’s wardrobe, it has enabled this young entrepreneur to empower other woman and enrich their lives while enhancing her own health. We commend Nicole Hedges-Campos for making a difference with her fashion and her faith.&nbsp;I’m glad bling is a thing.&nbsp;

Now That’s Rural: Nicole Hedges-Campos, Bling Glamour 

RILEY COUNTY - Riley County students from 5th grade through seniors, who take band, got to spend the day participating in the annual 'Mass Band Day.'

After a morning full of rehearsals and instrumental small group sessions, the 5th grade, 6th grade, middle school and high school concert and jazz bands performed for parents and community members.

Sixth grade band performs at Mass Band concert:

Jazz Band performs during Mass Band concert:

Grades 5 through 12 bands combine for finale:

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostRILEY COUNTY - Riley County students from 5th grade through seniors, who take band, got to spend the day participating in the annual 'Mass Band Day.'After a morning full of rehearsals and instrumental small group sessions, the 5th grade, 6th grade, middle school and high school concert and jazz bands performed for parents and community members.<figure>
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 </figure>Sixth grade band performs at Mass Band concert:<div><div style="position:relative; overflow:hidden; padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/7IbfRfQ4-60zMcgvZ.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="6th Grade performs at Mass Band Concert" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div>Middle School Band performs:<div><div style="position:relative; overflow:hidden; padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/yWLMgibU-60zMcgvZ.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="Middle School Performs" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div>High School Concert Band:<div><div style="position:relative; overflow:hidden; padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/PEgicmtX-60zMcgvZ.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="High School Band performs" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div>Jazz Band performs during Mass Band concert:<div><div style="position:relative; overflow:hidden; padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/DfLiyHdJ-60zMcgvZ.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="Jazz Band performs at Mass Band concert" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div>Grades 5 through 12 bands combine for finale:<div><div style="position:relative; overflow:hidden; padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/L0RMUOrI-60zMcgvZ.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="Finale Mass Band performance" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div><div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FRCHSFalconBand%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02jhtX1v7nkrxWq4mDLLfyzRXWMxe1LWPrJzVSsffxYQZZ6M7mTyQK2WCdGdB74G7Nl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="0" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

🎥&📷: USD 378 Riley County celebrates 'Music in our Schools' month

USD 329 to hold public hearing for closure of Maple Hill Elementary

MOLLY ELIZABETH MEEKS, 34, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $100

LAURIE ANN SCHWERDT, 61, Manhattan, Uniform Extradition Act; Arrest prior to requisition; Remains confined to Riley County Jail

MIKAELA ANNE HARRIS, 26, Junction City, Probation Violation; Arrested and released on bond by Junction City Police Department on 3/6/23

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;MOLLY ELIZABETH MEEKS, 34, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $100LAURIE ANN SCHWERDT, 61, Manhattan, Uniform Extradition Act; Arrest prior to requisition; Remains confined to Riley County JailMIKAELA ANNE HARRIS, 26, Junction City, Probation Violation; Arrested and released on bond by Junction City Police Department on 3/6/23

Riley County Arrest Report March 9

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged violent incident at a middle school in Manhattan.

Just after 11:15a.m. Wednesday, officers filed a report for battery and criminal damage to property at Susan B. Anthony Middle School,&nbsp;2501 Browning Avenue in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

&nbsp;A 33-year-old man, a 54-year-old woman and USD 383 reported an 11-year-old boy battered the two adults and broke an interior window of the building with a metal chair. 

The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $500.

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 </figure>RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged violent incident at a middle school in Manhattan.Just after 11:15a.m. Wednesday, officers filed a report for battery and criminal damage to property at Susan B. Anthony Middle School,&nbsp;2501 Browning Avenue in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.&nbsp;A 33-year-old man, a 54-year-old woman and USD 383 reported an 11-year-old boy battered the two adults and broke an interior window of the building with a metal chair. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $500.

RCPD: 11-year-old attacked 2 adults at middle school

MANHATTAN - Big Lakes Developmental Center was presented a check by kstate CREDIT UNION for $7,200.

kstate CREDIT UNION raised funds through their&nbsp;annual Skip-A-Pay Program. The program allows credit union members to skip their November or December loan payment for a $25 fee and a portion of the proceeds are then donated to a local organization.

“This donation truly comes from our members, and we are excited it is going to such an amazing organization in our community. Big Lakes provides so many crucial and empowering services.” LaRae Kraemer,&nbsp;kstate CREDIT UNION President/CEO says.

“Big Lakes is honored and so appreciative to be a part of this special program. Kstate CREDIT UNION is a valued partner in making Big Lakes’ mission to deliver quality services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities come to life.” Lori Feldkamp, Big Lakes Developmental Center CEO says.

Big Lakes Developmental Center serves individuals in Riley, Geary, Clay and Pottawatomie Counties in Kansas. Their mission is “to deliver quality services that promote choice, independence and inclusion for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

For more information about Big Lakes visit <a href="https://biglakes.org/">https://biglakes.org/</a>. For more information about kstate CREDIT UNION visit <a href="https://www.kstatecu.com/">www.kstatecu.com</a>.

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 </figure>MANHATTAN - Big Lakes Developmental Center was presented a check by kstate CREDIT UNION for $7,200.kstate CREDIT UNION raised funds through their&nbsp;annual Skip-A-Pay Program. The program allows credit union members to skip their November or December loan payment for a $25 fee and a portion of the proceeds are then donated to a local organization.“This donation truly comes from our members, and we are excited it is going to such an amazing organization in our community. Big Lakes provides so many crucial and empowering services.” LaRae Kraemer,&nbsp;kstate CREDIT UNION President/CEO says.“Big Lakes is honored and so appreciative to be a part of this special program. Kstate CREDIT UNION is a valued partner in making Big Lakes’ mission to deliver quality services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities come to life.” Lori Feldkamp, Big Lakes Developmental Center CEO says.Big Lakes Developmental Center serves individuals in Riley, Geary, Clay and Pottawatomie Counties in Kansas. Their mission is “to deliver quality services that promote choice, independence and inclusion for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.For more information about Big Lakes visit <a href="https://biglakes.org/">https://biglakes.org/</a>. For more information about kstate CREDIT UNION visit <a href="https://www.kstatecu.com/">www.kstatecu.com</a>.

Big Lakes Developmental Center receives donation 

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post<figure>
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 </figure>COUNCIL GROVE - On Wednesday, March 8th, around 8:00 p.m. the Council Grove Police Department responded to the 200 block of North Union Street on the report of a domestic disturbance.Colton Brady ran from the scene on 825 Road, north of Council Grove and is wanted for questioning in regards to&nbsp; Interference with Law Enforcement, Possession of Fentanyl, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.Additionally, a felony warrant has been issued for Brady, who is known to be armed.If you see Brady you are asked to&nbsp;call 911 immediately. If you have any information regarding his whereabouts, please call the Morris County Sheriff's Office at (620) 767-6310.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fmorriscountyks%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02r5TQRk98MpH7ZQK7SaADwMTgwSk9YFhiZmZvM893DoZyotvRquGGMM42arsVUC7hl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="783" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Morris Co. Sheriff's Office attempting to locate man 

Contractors are preparing to survey an area near the southwest boundary of Fort Riley and along the Republican River to continue munitions clean-up efforts. This week, crews will begin clearing vegetation, which may include burning designated areas. Efforts to locate and dispose of munitions and explosives of concern from the Camp Forsyth Landfill Area 2 munitions response site will follow.

A munitions response site (MRS) is a specific location that is known to require munitions removal or other response due to the presence of known or suspected munitions and explosives of concern, such as unexploded ordnance, discarded military munitions, or munitions components, like TNT.

The Camp Forsyth MRS encompasses 123 acres and lies along the southwestern boundary of Fort Riley and extends into the Republican River, the Republican Flats floodplain and Breakneck Creek.

During this work, the JC River Walk Trail, south of Fort Riley’s Trooper Gate, along the Republican River will be closed as needed.

Clearing operations will continue through the spring, with the search phase set to begin after that. If crews come across munitions of concern, they will either remove them or, if not safe to move, detonate the item in place. Appropriate safety precautions will be in place at all times and the public will kept away from the search areas. The full project should be completed by late fall.

U.S. ArmyContractors are preparing to survey an area near the southwest boundary of Fort Riley and along the Republican River to continue munitions clean-up efforts. This week, crews will begin clearing vegetation, which may include burning designated areas. Efforts to locate and dispose of munitions and explosives of concern from the Camp Forsyth Landfill Area 2 munitions response site will follow.A munitions response site (MRS) is a specific location that is known to require munitions removal or other response due to the presence of known or suspected munitions and explosives of concern, such as unexploded ordnance, discarded military munitions, or munitions components, like TNT.The Camp Forsyth MRS encompasses 123 acres and lies along the southwestern boundary of Fort Riley and extends into the Republican River, the Republican Flats floodplain and Breakneck Creek.During this work, the JC River Walk Trail, south of Fort Riley’s Trooper Gate, along the Republican River will be closed as needed.Clearing operations will continue through the spring, with the search phase set to begin after that. If crews come across munitions of concern, they will either remove them or, if not safe to move, detonate the item in place. Appropriate safety precautions will be in place at all times and the public will kept away from the search areas. The full project should be completed by late fall.

Munitions response cleanup effort resumes at Fort Riley

Riley County Falcons fall to Phillipsburg in first round

CLAY CENTER - Happy Hippie Studios plans to open a second location on April 1st at <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/98fBe9qgyE5tJ7wP7">1205 Moro Street</a>, where Public House was previously located.

In 2021, Erin Hammel opened the original Happy Hippie in Clay Center.

The Happy Hippie Health Bar will have smoothies, sandwiches, soups, and other healthy food options.

“I’m really excited to expand to Manhattan,” Erin said. “This is a great opportunity for us and the perfect location. I think it’s a new population of people we can introduce our smoothies to and help people realize that healthy food can taste great too.”

More information can be found at&nbsp;<a href="http://happyhippiestudios.org/" target="_blank">happyhippiestudios.org</a>.

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostCLAY CENTER - Happy Hippie Studios plans to open a second location on April 1st at <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/98fBe9qgyE5tJ7wP7">1205 Moro Street</a>, where Public House was previously located.In 2021, Erin Hammel opened the original Happy Hippie in Clay Center.The Happy Hippie Health Bar will have smoothies, sandwiches, soups, and other healthy food options.“I’m really excited to expand to Manhattan,” Erin said. “This is a great opportunity for us and the perfect location. I think it’s a new population of people we can introduce our smoothies to and help people realize that healthy food can taste great too.”More information can be found at&nbsp;<a href="http://happyhippiestudios.org/" target="_blank">happyhippiestudios.org</a>.

Clay Center smoothie bar's second location to open in Aggieville

Everyone knows that feeling you get when something special is about to happen, the anticipation, excitement, tingle, the thrill. Now multiply that one hundred times, and you might understand what happens to junior cattle exhibitors as they walk into the Grand Drive of the Aggieville Showdown.

"I get goosebumps just thinking about last year's Grand Drive," McKenna Richardson said as she enthusiastically recalled the 2022 Aggieville Showdown. As the ramp of her cattle trailer dropped, Richardson, from Eureka, Kansas, wasn't mentally prepared for the Showdown experience and walking her Simmental heifer through the crowd to the show ring in the heart of Aggieville, Manhattan, Kansas. For someone who shows at major shows and junior national, that's a big statement.

Not only is the Aggieville Showdown location distinctive, but more importantly, the crowd! With an ax-throwing venue on one side and a bistro on the other, patrons from the eclectic mix of shops, restaurants, and bars, many of whom have never been to a cattle show, surround the show ring on Moro Street. Last year over 1,000 people watched the Grand Drive for prospect steers and breeding heifers.

The philosophy of educating non-agriculture people about the cattle industry was the driving force behind the development of the Aggieville Showdown by Founder and Executive Director Christian Calliham.

For people whose only knowledge of the cattle industry is they like their steak medium rare, the Showdown is a unique opportunity to witness the dedication and hard work of livestock exhibitors and learn about the cattle industry.

Richardson said that the crowd recognizes the significance of what is happening in the show ring. She laughed, recalling her dad felt a bit like a celebrity when people realized his daughter was showing and named reserve champion.

Now gearing up for the third show on April 1, the Aggieville Showdown brings exhibitors ages 8 through 25 from across the country to the Riley County Fairgrounds. The show for prospect steers, breeding heifers, and showmanship begins at 9:30 AM, and division winners travel to downtown Aggieville for the ultimate Grand Drive experience that evening.

With over $7500 in cash prizes, the Grand Drive is the marquee event, but the "Ville is alive with other activities as part of the Showdown. A western fashion show by Vanderbilt's, live music, vendors, and even an after-party at the Yard Bar.

Live interviews at the Drive's conclusion allow the exhibitors of the champion animals and the premier showman to tell "their story" about their experience at the Showdown.

While Lauren Fredrick from Hutchinson, Kansas, wasn't in the Grand Drive, she was on stage as the premier showman, besting 105 other exhibitors from seven states. Fredrick was excited to share how the cattle industry has made her who she is today.

"I've never been a shy person and being able to stand up on stage and talk about something I am so passionate about is truly special.”

She acknowledged the Aggieville Showdown is quickly becoming a prestigious show, and younger exhibitors may be intimidated to exhibit. The articulate 21-year-old is winding up her show career and said the Aggieville Showdown is an exceptional opportunity for all cattle exhibitors, and younger exhibitors must "put themselves out there." While they might not make it to the Drive, they can excel at showmanship or just come to the Drive and experience the excitement of the show ring and keep working to be in the Drive.

"Knowing that younger exhibitors hear me, someone not much older than them, be able to have a platform to share about our industry and what it does for us is a cool experience. There are no other shows but the Aggieville Showdown where you can do that."

Richardson and Fredrick said it was hard to describe the Aggieville Showdown experience. They both acknowledged the only way to understand how unique the Aggieville Showdown truly is - is to be there.

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 </figure>Everyone knows that feeling you get when something special is about to happen, the anticipation, excitement, tingle, the thrill. Now multiply that one hundred times, and you might understand what happens to junior cattle exhibitors as they walk into the Grand Drive of the Aggieville Showdown."I get goosebumps just thinking about last year's Grand Drive," McKenna Richardson said as she enthusiastically recalled the 2022 Aggieville Showdown. As the ramp of her cattle trailer dropped, Richardson, from Eureka, Kansas, wasn't mentally prepared for the Showdown experience and walking her Simmental heifer through the crowd to the show ring in the heart of Aggieville, Manhattan, Kansas. For someone who shows at major shows and junior national, that's a big statement.Not only is the Aggieville Showdown location distinctive, but more importantly, the crowd! With an ax-throwing venue on one side and a bistro on the other, patrons from the eclectic mix of shops, restaurants, and bars, many of whom have never been to a cattle show, surround the show ring on Moro Street. Last year over 1,000 people watched the Grand Drive for prospect steers and breeding heifers.The philosophy of educating non-agriculture people about the cattle industry was the driving force behind the development of the Aggieville Showdown by Founder and Executive Director Christian Calliham.For people whose only knowledge of the cattle industry is they like their steak medium rare, the Showdown is a unique opportunity to witness the dedication and hard work of livestock exhibitors and learn about the cattle industry.Richardson said that the crowd recognizes the significance of what is happening in the show ring. She laughed, recalling her dad felt a bit like a celebrity when people realized his daughter was showing and named reserve champion.Now gearing up for the third show on April 1, the Aggieville Showdown brings exhibitors ages 8 through 25 from across the country to the Riley County Fairgrounds. The show for prospect steers, breeding heifers, and showmanship begins at 9:30 AM, and division winners travel to downtown Aggieville for the ultimate Grand Drive experience that evening.With over $7500 in cash prizes, the Grand Drive is the marquee event, but the "Ville is alive with other activities as part of the Showdown. A western fashion show by Vanderbilt's, live music, vendors, and even an after-party at the Yard Bar.Live interviews at the Drive's conclusion allow the exhibitors of the champion animals and the premier showman to tell "their story" about their experience at the Showdown.While Lauren Fredrick from Hutchinson, Kansas, wasn't in the Grand Drive, she was on stage as the premier showman, besting 105 other exhibitors from seven states. Fredrick was excited to share how the cattle industry has made her who she is today."I've never been a shy person and being able to stand up on stage and talk about something I am so passionate about is truly special.”She acknowledged the Aggieville Showdown is quickly becoming a prestigious show, and younger exhibitors may be intimidated to exhibit. The articulate 21-year-old is winding up her show career and said the Aggieville Showdown is an exceptional opportunity for all cattle exhibitors, and younger exhibitors must "put themselves out there." While they might not make it to the Drive, they can excel at showmanship or just come to the Drive and experience the excitement of the show ring and keep working to be in the Drive."Knowing that younger exhibitors hear me, someone not much older than them, be able to have a platform to share about our industry and what it does for us is a cool experience. There are no other shows but the Aggieville Showdown where you can do that."Richardson and Fredrick said it was hard to describe the Aggieville Showdown experience. They both acknowledged the only way to understand how unique the Aggieville Showdown truly is - is to be there.For additional information about the Aggieville Showdown on Saturday, April 1, including entry fees and deadlines: go to <a href="https://www.aggievilleshowdown.com/">www.aggievilleshowdown.com</a>.<figure>
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