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>.

By: Toni Riley (Aggieville Showdown)<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678312608888.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </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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Aggieville Showdown - Truly a Unique Experience

WASHINGTON — For the first time since 2001, the U.S. Army has 
introduced a new brand that redefines what it means to <a href="https://www.goarmy.com/?iom=BNL7-22-0029_N_OSOC_OCPA_AL_ocpagen_xx_xx">“Be All You Can 
Be” for a new generation. </a>Secretary of the Army Christine Wormuth, Army 
Chief of Staff Gen. James McConville and Sgt. Maj. of the Army Michael 
Grinston made the announcement during a much-anticipated launch event at
 the National Press Club. The brand and its accompanying campaign 
spotlight the countless opportunities the Army provides youth to explore
 their passions, build community and become the best versions of 
themselves.

"At a time when political, economic and social factors are 
changing how young Americans view the world, the new Army brand 
illustrates how service in the Army is grounded in passion and purpose,"
 said Wormuth. "Serving our nation is a calling, and one that is 
fundamentally hopeful. We want a new generation of Americans to see the 
Army as a pathway to the lives and careers they want to achieve."

The brand transformation was a multiyear, research-based 
process designed to reflect today’s Army accurately and authentically, 
while addressing the needs of a new generation. The brand’s new look and
 feel consists of a reengineered five-point star logo — (the box has 
been removed to reflect the limitless possibilities in the Army) coupled
 with the return of the popular “Be All You Can Be” tagline.

The logo and tagline are a part of a full-brand ecosystem that helps 
tell the Army story visually and verbally, including a new custom font, 
an expanded color palette, new iconography, photography, motion graphics
 and more.

“All good brands must evolve to reflect internal and 
external changes to ensure an accurate depiction of the organization 
that also meets audience needs,” said Maj. Gen. Alex Fink, Chief of Army
 Enterprise Marketing. “We know youth seek purpose, passion, community 
and connection, but we also know many don’t recognize the Army’s ability
 to deliver on those needs. We need a brand that effectively 
communicates the possibilities of Army service.”

“’Be All You Can Be’ is a phrase that has inspired many 
generations of Soldiers, and its promise still rings true today,” said 
McConville. “This is the message for the moment and for the future.”

At the center of the brand rollout are two films narrated 
by Emmy and Critics’ Choice Award nominated actor Jonathan Majors, star 
of “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” and “Creed III.” With
 a focus on the Army’s 247 years of achievement, the two films — 
“Overcoming Obstacles” and “Pushing Tomorrow” — showcase Army service as
 a driver of possibilities and serve as a bridge between the past and 
the future to connect with and inspire the American public.

These films and the multifaceted, multichannel campaign bringing them
 to audiences nationwide will be coupled with a mix of bold, immersive 
promotional assets across television, print, digital billboards, 
streaming video, social and community platforms, and audio channels. The
 paid media campaign tips off at the highly anticipated 2023 NCAA March 
Madness tournament with on-site activations, broadcast showcases, and 
digital campaign extensions. Starting in May, a first-of-its kind 
co-branded partnership with NBCUniversal will leverage high-impact 
programming moments across the entire NBCU ecosystem from hit shows 
across NBC and Peacock to the critically acclaimed reality programs to 
popular film franchises to on-the-ground integrations at Universal Parks
 and Universal Studios and more. Additional partnerships will follow 
with Complex and IGN.

A second phase of the campaign will be unveiled later this 
year, allowing “Be All You Can Be” to reveal a deeper, more personal 
look at the hopes, fears and dreams of today’s youth.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678303097122.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>U.S. Army news releaseWASHINGTON — For the first time since 2001, the U.S. Army has 
introduced a new brand that redefines what it means to <a href="https://www.goarmy.com/?iom=BNL7-22-0029_N_OSOC_OCPA_AL_ocpagen_xx_xx">“Be All You Can 
Be” for a new generation. </a>Secretary of the Army Christine Wormuth, Army 
Chief of Staff Gen. James McConville and Sgt. Maj. of the Army Michael 
Grinston made the announcement during a much-anticipated launch event at
 the National Press Club. The brand and its accompanying campaign 
spotlight the countless opportunities the Army provides youth to explore
 their passions, build community and become the best versions of 
themselves."At a time when political, economic and social factors are 
changing how young Americans view the world, the new Army brand 
illustrates how service in the Army is grounded in passion and purpose,"
 said Wormuth. "Serving our nation is a calling, and one that is 
fundamentally hopeful. We want a new generation of Americans to see the 
Army as a pathway to the lives and careers they want to achieve."The brand transformation was a multiyear, research-based 
process designed to reflect today’s Army accurately and authentically, 
while addressing the needs of a new generation. The brand’s new look and
 feel consists of a reengineered five-point star logo — (the box has 
been removed to reflect the limitless possibilities in the Army) coupled
 with the return of the popular “Be All You Can Be” tagline.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678303190690.png" alt="U.S. Army Enterprise Marketing Office" />
 <figcaption>U.S. Army Enterprise Marketing Office</figcaption>
 </figure>The logo and tagline are a part of a full-brand ecosystem that helps 
tell the Army story visually and verbally, including a new custom font, 
an expanded color palette, new iconography, photography, motion graphics
 and more.“All good brands must evolve to reflect internal and 
external changes to ensure an accurate depiction of the organization 
that also meets audience needs,” said Maj. Gen. Alex Fink, Chief of Army
 Enterprise Marketing. “We know youth seek purpose, passion, community 
and connection, but we also know many don’t recognize the Army’s ability
 to deliver on those needs. We need a brand that effectively 
communicates the possibilities of Army service.”“’Be All You Can Be’ is a phrase that has inspired many 
generations of Soldiers, and its promise still rings true today,” said 
McConville. “This is the message for the moment and for the future.”At the center of the brand rollout are two films narrated 
by Emmy and Critics’ Choice Award nominated actor Jonathan Majors, star 
of “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” and “Creed III.” With
 a focus on the Army’s 247 years of achievement, the two films — 
“Overcoming Obstacles” and “Pushing Tomorrow” — showcase Army service as
 a driver of possibilities and serve as a bridge between the past and 
the future to connect with and inspire the American public.These films and the multifaceted, multichannel campaign bringing them
 to audiences nationwide will be coupled with a mix of bold, immersive 
promotional assets across television, print, digital billboards, 
streaming video, social and community platforms, and audio channels. The
 paid media campaign tips off at the highly anticipated 2023 NCAA March 
Madness tournament with on-site activations, broadcast showcases, and 
digital campaign extensions. Starting in May, a first-of-its kind 
co-branded partnership with NBCUniversal will leverage high-impact 
programming moments across the entire NBCU ecosystem from hit shows 
across NBC and Peacock to the critically acclaimed reality programs to 
popular film franchises to on-the-ground integrations at Universal Parks
 and Universal Studios and more. Additional partnerships will follow 
with Complex and IGN.A second phase of the campaign will be unveiled later this 
year, allowing “Be All You Can Be” to reveal a deeper, more personal 
look at the hopes, fears and dreams of today’s youth.

U.S. Army introduces new brand, logo for first time since '01

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;

DANIEL JONATHAN VALAIKA, 25, Manhattan, Probation Violation, Remains confined to the Riley County Jail

BOBBY LEE PEARSON, 39, Ogden, Failure to appear; Bond $1,000

ELIZABETH MARIE BUTRY, 28, Manhattan,&nbsp;Contribute to a child misconduct; Encourage to commit traffic infraction; Furnishing alcohol or CMB to a minor; Illicit purposes; Rape; Offender is 18 or older and victim is &lt; 14 YOA; Attempted rape; Offender is 18 or older and victim is &lt; 14 YOA; 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;DANIEL JONATHAN VALAIKA, 25, Manhattan, Probation Violation, Remains confined to the Riley County Jail<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/1/1672764273449.jpeg" alt="Bobby Lee Pearson, pictures from KDOC" />
 <figcaption>Bobby Lee Pearson, pictures from KDOC</figcaption>
 </figure>BOBBY LEE PEARSON, 39, Ogden, Failure to appear; Bond $1,000ELIZABETH MARIE BUTRY, 28, Manhattan,&nbsp;Contribute to a child misconduct; Encourage to commit traffic infraction; Furnishing alcohol or CMB to a minor; Illicit purposes; Rape; Offender is 18 or older and victim is &lt; 14 YOA; Attempted rape; Offender is 18 or older and victim is &lt; 14 YOA; Remains confined to Riley County Jail

📷: Riley County Arrest Report March 8

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post

RILEY COUNTY - On Tuesday evening, students, staff and community members descended on Riley county High School for a pep rally send off for the Girls Basketball team as they head to Hutchinson for the State Basketball tournament Wednesday.

The Falcons won the Sub-State Championship on Saturday, punching their ticket to KSHSAA 3A State Basketball for the first time in 6 years.

Former Riley County High School Head Coach Harold Oliver addressed the crowd, talking about the history of taking teams to the state tourney.

Harold Oliver is currently the principal for Riley County High School and spoke to the team about the three "W's": 'Where you start'; 'Where you're at'; and 'Where you're going.'

Senior and Team Captain, CJ Rignell, thanked the students and fans for their continued support throughout the season and asked for fans to follow them to Hutchinson and support them on their State Tourney journey.

To give the team a proper send-off a free throw contest was organized with a team of special guests competing against the girls basketball team.

Fathers of the girls basketball players and managers dressed up in old basketball uniforms and joined their daughters on the court for the free throw contest.

Falcons tip off at 2:00 pm at HCC-Hutchinson Sports Arena against Phillipsburg.

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post<div><div style="position:relative; overflow:hidden; padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/bukFQtiR-60zMcgvZ.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="Sign in front of school" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div>RILEY COUNTY - On Tuesday evening, students, staff and community members descended on Riley county High School for a pep rally send off for the Girls Basketball team as they head to Hutchinson for the State Basketball tournament Wednesday.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678294171880.jpeg" alt="Riley County Girls Basketball Team headed to State 2023" />
 <figcaption>Riley County Girls Basketball Team headed to State 2023</figcaption>
 </figure>The Falcons won the Sub-State Championship on Saturday, punching their ticket to KSHSAA 3A State Basketball for the first time in 6 years.<div><div style="position:relative; overflow:hidden; padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/KNGs4BWY-60zMcgvZ.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="Team introductions" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div>Former Riley County High School Head Coach Harold Oliver addressed the crowd, talking about the history of taking teams to the state tourney.<div><div style="position:relative; overflow:hidden; padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/0wKIcR0U-60zMcgvZ.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="Harold Oliver addresses crowd" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div>Harold Oliver is currently the principal for Riley County High School and spoke to the team about the three "W's": 'Where you start'; 'Where you're at'; and 'Where you're going.'<div><div style="position:relative; overflow:hidden; padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/Pvd5Kt7E-60zMcgvZ.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="Harold Oliver addressing team" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div>Senior and Team Captain, CJ Rignell, thanked the students and fans for their continued support throughout the season and asked for fans to follow them to Hutchinson and support them on their State Tourney journey.<div><div style="position:relative; overflow:hidden; padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/b4gStMXc-60zMcgvZ.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="CJ Rignell thanks crowd" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div>To give the team a proper send-off a free throw contest was organized with a team of special guests competing against the girls basketball team.<div><div style="position:relative; overflow:hidden; padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/ImDS0ivK-60zMcgvZ.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="Free Throw contest intro" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div>Fathers of the girls basketball players and managers dressed up in old basketball uniforms and joined their daughters on the court for the free throw contest.<div><div style="position:relative; overflow:hidden; padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/NhzDSHhn-60zMcgvZ.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="RCHS free throw contest" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div>Falcons tip off at 2:00 pm at HCC-Hutchinson Sports Arena against Phillipsburg.

🎥: Pep Rally at Riley Co. High for Girls BBall team heading to State Tourney

RILEY COUNTY –&nbsp;A Manhattan woman has been arrested in connection to sex crimes reported to have occurred in February 2023 involving a 13-year-old boy known to her, according to a media release from the Riley County Police Department.

Just after 11a.m. Tuesday, police arrested 28-year-old Elizabeth Butry on requested charges that include three counts of rape, two counts of contributing to a child’s misconduct, and one count each of attempted rape and furnishing alcohol to a minor.

She remains confined in the Riley County Jail in lieu of bond pending her first appearance in court.

RILEY COUNTY –&nbsp;A Manhattan woman has been arrested in connection to sex crimes reported to have occurred in February 2023 involving a 13-year-old boy known to her, according to a media release from the Riley County Police Department.Just after 11a.m. Tuesday, police arrested 28-year-old Elizabeth Butry on requested charges that include three counts of rape, two counts of contributing to a child’s misconduct, and one count each of attempted rape and furnishing alcohol to a minor.She remains confined in the Riley County Jail in lieu of bond pending her first appearance in court.

RCPD: Manhattan woman accused of sex crimes with 13-year-old

Linton builds academic, industry relationships with $125M campus project

By TIM CARPENTER <a href="https://kansasreflector.com/2023/03/06/kansas-state-university-president-reimagining-land-grant-mission-one-scoop-at-a-time/">Kansas Reflector</a>

MANHATTAN — The food scientist in Richard Linton leans back in a 
purple-and-white chair in Call Hall to recite contents of his favorite 
ice cream.

It is cherry brick road — at least until a new favorite creation 
emerges from the dairy science lab at Kansas State University. The 
current preference was crafted while he was agriculture dean at North 
Carolina State University. The four key ingredients: chocolate ice 
cream, marshmallows, chocolate chunks and Michigan cherries.

“The two chocolates were my wife’s and daughter’s. My son was the 
marshmallow. I was cherries,” said Linton, who just completed his rookie
 year as Kansas State president. “We used to say, ‘Follow the cherry 
brick road.’ It was the No. 2 seller at N.C. State.”

The university educator and economic visionary in Linton also 
appreciated the campus dairy bar, which also sells flour, meat and dairy
 goods produced nearby, was situated in the middle of a planned $125 
million infrastructure construction and renovation project aimed at 
elevating reach of the College of Agriculture.

Linton said the blend of state and private funding would highlight 
Kansas State’s new interdisciplinary approach to attracting students, 
building a workforce, supporting the economy, expanding next-generation 
research and working closer with private industry. Kansas State raised 
more than $82 million in private donations to qualify for the maximum 
3:1 match from the state of $25 million.

A supplemental $25 million appropriation from state lawmakers brought
 to $125 million the total available for development of a new Global 
Center for Food and Grain Innovation, Agronomy Research Center, Agronomy
 Innovation Center and Livestock Competition Arena. The project, part 
demolition and part construction, was expected to start this summer and 
be wrapped up in late 2026.

“It’s just amazing how the industry stepped up to be able to support 
this effort,” Linton said on the Kansas Reflector podcast. “It’s all 
about bringing different disciplines together&nbsp;to be able to solve the grand global challenges of agriculture. Let’s take water as an example. You need to have agronomists. You need to have soil scientists. You need to have geologists. You might need to have plant scientists. All of these different disciplines can’t solve the challenges alone.”

Linton is intent on bringing new focus to Kansas State’s status as 
the nation’s first operational land-grant university — a distinction 
held since 1863. The core function of a land-grant university has been 
to use research-based information to improve the quality of life for all
 Kansans, he said. That’s often recognized by Kansas State’s operation 
of the agricultural extension service.

“It’s the university for the people, for the people of the state,” the president said. “What makes us different from any other university here in Kansas, is that we’re present every single day improving lives&nbsp;and changing communities in all 105 counties.”

Kansas State’s goal for promoting prosperity in Kansas includes 
creation of 3,000 jobs and addition of $3 billion to the state’s 
economy.

Linton was named the 15th president of Kansas State in December 2021,
 and displayed his new purple socks during the initial news conference. 
He was agriculture dean at N.C. State from 2012 to 2022, food science 
department chairman at Ohio State university from 2011 to 2012 and a 
food science professor at Purdue University from 1994 to 2011. He holds a
 bachelor’s degree in biology, a master’s degree in food science and a 
doctorate in food science from Virginia Tech University.

He began his presidential duties in Manhattan in February 2022, and 
has made his presence felt by visiting dozens of counties during the 
past year.

“It’s about celebrating the partnerships that we already have in place,” Linton said. “It’s about thinking about new partnerships that could be created. And, it’s also about selling the amazing student experience that we have at Kansas State&nbsp;to prospective parents&nbsp;and students that may want to go into higher education. Ninety-five percent of success in higher education&nbsp;is building relationships and establishing trust.”

Linton said it was no secret Kansas State’s enrollment slid from more
 than 24,000 in 2014 to less than 20,000 last fall, and stabilizing and 
expanding student enrollment remained one of his top administrative 
priorities.

“Declining enrollment is a big issue and challenge for all land-grants. And, at Kansas State, it’s been our biggest challenge over the last eight years,” he said. “We&nbsp;have to adapt and think differently about changing demographics. And we need to have a balance of in-state students&nbsp;and out-of-state students in order to be able to fulfill the operational needs of the university.”

He said the expanding Hispanic population in southwest Kansas meant 
Kansas State had to consider how to serve more first-generation college 
students. For example, he said, some of those college-age people may not
 want to move to Manhattan as a freshman. They may prefer attending a 
community college or enrolling in online courses through Kansas State 
before finishing a degree in Manhattan, he said.

He said Kansas State had to consider whether students preferred a 
12-month academic schedule rather than the typical nine-month course 
schedule requiring four or five years to complete a degree.

“What about the 45-year-old that works for Cargill that would like to elevate their career in data analytics?” he said. “How can we spur research innovation that attracts industry to want to come so that we have more jobs in the state and keep more students in the state relative to extension&nbsp;and engagement?”

He’s
 also an advocate of experiential learning whether that involved milking
 dairy cows, processing cheese, engaging in horticulture or any of 
hundreds of other avenues for personal enrichment.

“If I had my way, and I’m moving in that direction, I would have every single student have some kind of&nbsp;hands-on learning experience, whether it’s an internship, whether it’s an international experience, or whether it’s an undergraduate research program. That hands-on experience helps&nbsp;enable them to understand what they actually want to be in life. It also gives them a great jump up in the job market.”

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678116460140.png" alt="Kansas State University president Richard Linton and colleague Valentina Trinetta shared a gesture of Wildcat loyalty during a visit to the Call Hall dairy bar on the Manhattan campus. Linton spoke of the land-grant university’s future between bites of ice cream. (Tim Carpenter/Kansas Reflector)" />
 <figcaption>Kansas State University president Richard Linton and colleague Valentina Trinetta shared a gesture of Wildcat loyalty during a visit to the Call Hall dairy bar on the Manhattan campus. Linton spoke of the land-grant university’s future between bites of ice cream. (Tim Carpenter/Kansas Reflector)</figcaption>
 </figure><h2>Linton builds academic, industry relationships with $125M campus project</h2>By TIM CARPENTER <a href="https://kansasreflector.com/2023/03/06/kansas-state-university-president-reimagining-land-grant-mission-one-scoop-at-a-time/">Kansas Reflector</a>MANHATTAN — The food scientist in Richard Linton leans back in a 
purple-and-white chair in Call Hall to recite contents of his favorite 
ice cream.It is cherry brick road — at least until a new favorite creation 
emerges from the dairy science lab at Kansas State University. The 
current preference was crafted while he was agriculture dean at North 
Carolina State University. The four key ingredients: chocolate ice 
cream, marshmallows, chocolate chunks and Michigan cherries.“The two chocolates were my wife’s and daughter’s. My son was the 
marshmallow. I was cherries,” said Linton, who just completed his rookie
 year as Kansas State president. “We used to say, ‘Follow the cherry 
brick road.’ It was the No. 2 seller at N.C. State.”The university educator and economic visionary in Linton also 
appreciated the campus dairy bar, which also sells flour, meat and dairy
 goods produced nearby, was situated in the middle of a planned $125 
million infrastructure construction and renovation project aimed at 
elevating reach of the College of Agriculture.Linton said the blend of state and private funding would highlight 
Kansas State’s new interdisciplinary approach to attracting students, 
building a workforce, supporting the economy, expanding next-generation 
research and working closer with private industry. Kansas State raised 
more than $82 million in private donations to qualify for the maximum 
3:1 match from the state of $25 million.A supplemental $25 million appropriation from state lawmakers brought
 to $125 million the total available for development of a new Global 
Center for Food and Grain Innovation, Agronomy Research Center, Agronomy
 Innovation Center and Livestock Competition Arena. The project, part 
demolition and part construction, was expected to start this summer and 
be wrapped up in late 2026.“It’s just amazing how the industry stepped up to be able to support 
this effort,” Linton said on the Kansas Reflector podcast. “It’s all 
about bringing different disciplines together&nbsp;to be able to solve the grand global challenges of agriculture. Let’s take water as an example. You need to have agronomists. You need to have soil scientists. You need to have geologists. You might need to have plant scientists. All of these different disciplines can’t solve the challenges alone.”<div><iframe width="100%" height="300" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A//api.soundcloud.com/tracks/1461592393&color=%23ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true&visual=true"></iframe><div style="font-size: 10px; color: #cccccc;line-break: anywhere;word-break: normal;overflow: hidden;white-space: nowrap;text-overflow: ellipsis; font-family: Interstate,Lucida Grande,Lucida Sans Unicode,Lucida Sans,Garuda,Verdana,Tahoma,sans-serif;font-weight: 100;"><a href="https://soundcloud.com/kansas-reflector-podcast" title="Reflector Podcast" target="_blank" style="color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;">Reflector Podcast</a> · <a href="https://soundcloud.com/kansas-reflector-podcast/2023-03-06-podcast-01" title="K-State president building relationships with $125 million capmus project" target="_blank" style="color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;">K-State president building relationships with $125 million capmus project</a></div></div><h2>The land-grant heritage</h2>Linton is intent on bringing new focus to Kansas State’s status as 
the nation’s first operational land-grant university — a distinction 
held since 1863. The core function of a land-grant university has been 
to use research-based information to improve the quality of life for all
 Kansans, he said. That’s often recognized by Kansas State’s operation 
of the agricultural extension service.“It’s the university for the people, for the people of the state,” the president said. “What makes us different from any other university here in Kansas, is that we’re present every single day improving lives&nbsp;and changing communities in all 105 counties.”Kansas State’s goal for promoting prosperity in Kansas includes 
creation of 3,000 jobs and addition of $3 billion to the state’s 
economy.Linton was named the 15th president of Kansas State in December 2021,
 and displayed his new purple socks during the initial news conference. 
He was agriculture dean at N.C. State from 2012 to 2022, food science 
department chairman at Ohio State university from 2011 to 2012 and a 
food science professor at Purdue University from 1994 to 2011. He holds a
 bachelor’s degree in biology, a master’s degree in food science and a 
doctorate in food science from Virginia Tech University.He began his presidential duties in Manhattan in February 2022, and 
has made his presence felt by visiting dozens of counties during the 
past year.“It’s about celebrating the partnerships that we already have in place,” Linton said. “It’s about thinking about new partnerships that could be created. And, it’s also about selling the amazing student experience that we have at Kansas State&nbsp;to prospective parents&nbsp;and students that may want to go into higher education. Ninety-five percent of success in higher education&nbsp;is building relationships and establishing trust.”<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678116598193.png" alt="Kansas State University president Richard Linton, a true believer in the land-grant mission of U.S. universities, said a cluster of new campus academic and research buildings should serve to improve the quality of life for Kansans across the state. (Tim Carpenter/Kansas Reflector)" />
 <figcaption>Kansas State University president Richard Linton, a true believer in the land-grant mission of U.S. universities, said a cluster of new campus academic and research buildings should serve to improve the quality of life for Kansans across the state. (Tim Carpenter/Kansas Reflector)</figcaption>
 </figure><h2>Thinking differently</h2>Linton said it was no secret Kansas State’s enrollment slid from more
 than 24,000 in 2014 to less than 20,000 last fall, and stabilizing and 
expanding student enrollment remained one of his top administrative 
priorities.“Declining enrollment is a big issue and challenge for all land-grants. And, at Kansas State, it’s been our biggest challenge over the last eight years,” he said. “We&nbsp;have to adapt and think differently about changing demographics. And we need to have a balance of in-state students&nbsp;and out-of-state students in order to be able to fulfill the operational needs of the university.”He said the expanding Hispanic population in southwest Kansas meant 
Kansas State had to consider how to serve more first-generation college 
students. For example, he said, some of those college-age people may not
 want to move to Manhattan as a freshman. They may prefer attending a 
community college or enrolling in online courses through Kansas State 
before finishing a degree in Manhattan, he said.He said Kansas State had to consider whether students preferred a 
12-month academic schedule rather than the typical nine-month course 
schedule requiring four or five years to complete a degree.“What about the 45-year-old that works for Cargill that would like to elevate their career in data analytics?” he said. “How can we spur research innovation that attracts industry to want to come so that we have more jobs in the state and keep more students in the state relative to extension&nbsp;and engagement?”He’s
 also an advocate of experiential learning whether that involved milking
 dairy cows, processing cheese, engaging in horticulture or any of 
hundreds of other avenues for personal enrichment.“If I had my way, and I’m moving in that direction, I would have every single student have some kind of&nbsp;hands-on learning experience, whether it’s an internship, whether it’s an international experience, or whether it’s an undergraduate research program. That hands-on experience helps&nbsp;enable them to understand what they actually want to be in life. It also gives them a great jump up in the job market.”

K-State president reimagining land-grant mission one scoop at a time

CONCORDIA
 - Cloud County Community College will be offering adult education and 
GED classes beginning on&nbsp; March 27 in Concordia and Junction City.

The
 Adult Education program at CCCC offers an adult learning atmosphere to 
gain skills necessary for success at home and in the workplace. The 
classes are open to individuals 16 and older who are not enrolled in 
school. Basic skills and diploma preparation classes are offered 
afternoons and evenings in Concordia, and mornings, afternoons, and 
evenings in Junction City to accommodate working adults’ schedules. 
Classes are small with both classroom and computer instruction.

Those
 who attend can also improve on basic skills in everyday reading, math 
and English, as well as learn employability skills while earning 
WorkReady Credentials. Computer skills are also a part of the courses, 
where students can gain basic Microsoft Word and Internet skills, and 
also earn technology certificates.

GED test preparation 
instruction is also available at both locations, and the Geary County 
campus will now offer English as a second language classes. The centers 
are located at CCCC’s Concordia campus and at the Geary County campus in
 Junction. All students must attend orientation before enrolling in 
classes. Students are to call for an orientation appointment. For both 
locations, orientation appointments can be made for March 21 and 22. 
Registration for orientation is due by March 20. The first day of 
classes at both locations is March 27.

All classes are limited in 
size. For more information or to register for orientation in Concordia 
or Junction City, contact Debbie Kearn, ABE/GED Director, Cloud County 
Community College at (785) 243-1435, ext. 335 or (800) 729-5101, Ext. 
335.

Cloud County Community CollegeCONCORDIA
 - Cloud County Community College will be offering adult education and 
GED classes beginning on&nbsp; March 27 in Concordia and Junction City.The
 Adult Education program at CCCC offers an adult learning atmosphere to 
gain skills necessary for success at home and in the workplace. The 
classes are open to individuals 16 and older who are not enrolled in 
school. Basic skills and diploma preparation classes are offered 
afternoons and evenings in Concordia, and mornings, afternoons, and 
evenings in Junction City to accommodate working adults’ schedules. 
Classes are small with both classroom and computer instruction.Those
 who attend can also improve on basic skills in everyday reading, math 
and English, as well as learn employability skills while earning 
WorkReady Credentials. Computer skills are also a part of the courses, 
where students can gain basic Microsoft Word and Internet skills, and 
also earn technology certificates.GED test preparation 
instruction is also available at both locations, and the Geary County 
campus will now offer English as a second language classes. The centers 
are located at CCCC’s Concordia campus and at the Geary County campus in
 Junction. All students must attend orientation before enrolling in 
classes. Students are to call for an orientation appointment. For both 
locations, orientation appointments can be made for March 21 and 22. 
Registration for orientation is due by March 20. The first day of 
classes at both locations is March 27.All classes are limited in 
size. For more information or to register for orientation in Concordia 
or Junction City, contact Debbie Kearn, ABE/GED Director, Cloud County 
Community College at (785) 243-1435, ext. 335 or (800) 729-5101, Ext. 
335.

Adult ed, GED classes being offered in Junction City

RILEY COUNTY - Just after 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 4th, Riley County dispatchers received 9-1-1 calls from concerned residents on Deep Creek Road notifying them of a grassfire, which had gotten out of control, was threatening structures and outbuildings.

According to Riley County Fire District #1, a&nbsp;total of nearly 30 firefighters responded on 14 apparatus, with mutual aid from 3 brush truck units and personnel from Wabaunsee County Fire District #8 and 1 brush truck unit and personnel from Manhattan Fire Department.  

The fire started as a permitted outdoor burn, which ended up burning more than 300 acres of grassland.

“This was a fast-moving fire that threatened multiple homes,” said RCFD#1 Deputy Fire Chief John Martens. “We could have seen millions of dollars in damage without the aid of volunteer firefighters and mutual aid crews. It could have been truly devastating for the community.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

“Last year we had several major wildfires in Riley County and many across the state. Much of our landscape is fuel rich, very dry, and ready to burn with high intensity, and we ask people to stay vigilant this season," said Martens. "If you’re conducting a burn, make sure you have enough people and equipment to control the fire. If you see an unattended fire or suspect an out-of-control fire in your neighborhood, call 9-1-1 right away,” said Riley County Emergency Management Director and Fire Chief Russel Stukey.&nbsp;

Procedures for controlled burns include the following:&nbsp;

"Conducting an outdoor burn is a major responsibility and the fire must be monitored until completely extinguished or adequately contained. Fire can get out of control quickly and can be active for several days or even longer in certain circumstances. The consequences of an out-of-control fire can be disastrous,” said Stukey.&nbsp; The first step in the process to conduct an outdoor burn is to contact Riley County Emergency Management 785-537-6333 to apply for a burn permit. Staff will share advice and information for conducting the burn safely.

Find more information at&nbsp;<a href="https://gmail.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=95221c46aac4689e49a7c0bfc&amp;id=d71d8dd9ac&amp;e=3dbcd2089f" target="_blank">www.rileycountyks.gov/fire</a>&nbsp; and&nbsp;<a href="https://gmail.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=95221c46aac4689e49a7c0bfc&amp;id=22213b4490&amp;e=3dbcd2089f" target="_blank">https://www.kansasforests.org/fire_management/fireprevention.html&nbsp;</a>

<a href="https://gmail.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=95221c46aac4689e49a7c0bfc&amp;id=22213b4490&amp;e=3dbcd2089f" target="_blank"></a>The Kansas Forest Service also provides prescribed burning classes to property owners. More information is available at&nbsp;<a href="https://gmail.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=95221c46aac4689e49a7c0bfc&amp;id=6916def7d0&amp;e=3dbcd2089f" target="_blank">https://www.kansasforests.org/fire_management/prescribedfire.html&nbsp;</a> Sign up for emergency notifications, including burn condition notices, at&nbsp;<a href="https://gmail.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=95221c46aac4689e49a7c0bfc&amp;id=2e52d653a2&amp;e=3dbcd2089f" target="_blank">www.rileycountyks.gov/alerts</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostRILEY COUNTY - Just after 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 4th, Riley County dispatchers received 9-1-1 calls from concerned residents on Deep Creek Road notifying them of a grassfire, which had gotten out of control, was threatening structures and outbuildings.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678226389424.jpeg" alt="picture&nbsp;provided by firefighter Brandon Parsons, courtesy of Riley County Fire District #1" />
 <figcaption>picture&nbsp;provided by firefighter Brandon Parsons, courtesy of Riley County Fire District #1</figcaption>
 </figure>According to Riley County Fire District #1, a&nbsp;total of nearly 30 firefighters responded on 14 apparatus, with mutual aid from 3 brush truck units and personnel from Wabaunsee County Fire District #8 and 1 brush truck unit and personnel from Manhattan Fire Department. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678225706196.jpeg" alt="picture provided by firefighter Brandon Parsons, courtesy of Riley County Fire District #1" />
 <figcaption>picture provided by firefighter Brandon Parsons, courtesy of Riley County Fire District #1</figcaption>
 </figure>The fire started as a permitted outdoor burn, which ended up burning more than 300 acres of grassland.“This was a fast-moving fire that threatened multiple homes,” said RCFD#1 Deputy Fire Chief John Martens. “We could have seen millions of dollars in damage without the aid of volunteer firefighters and mutual aid crews. It could have been truly devastating for the community.”&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678226446250.jpeg" alt="picture provided by firefighter Brandon Parsons, courtesy of Riley County Fire District #1" />
 <figcaption>picture provided by firefighter Brandon Parsons, courtesy of Riley County Fire District #1</figcaption>
 </figure>“Last year we had several major wildfires in Riley County and many across the state. Much of our landscape is fuel rich, very dry, and ready to burn with high intensity, and we ask people to stay vigilant this season," said Martens. "If you’re conducting a burn, make sure you have enough people and equipment to control the fire. If you see an unattended fire or suspect an out-of-control fire in your neighborhood, call 9-1-1 right away,” said Riley County Emergency Management Director and Fire Chief Russel Stukey.&nbsp; Procedures for controlled burns include the following:&nbsp;<ul>
 <li>Get a&nbsp;<a href="https://gmail.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=95221c46aac4689e49a7c0bfc&amp;id=9be1959e0f&amp;e=3dbcd2089f" target="_blank">burn permit&nbsp;</a></li><li>Check&nbsp;<a href="https://gmail.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=95221c46aac4689e49a7c0bfc&amp;id=8573ba254c&amp;e=3dbcd2089f" target="_blank">local weather conditions&nbsp;</a>and&nbsp;<a href="https://gmail.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=95221c46aac4689e49a7c0bfc&amp;id=97ee8fb693&amp;e=3dbcd2089f" target="_blank">rangeland fire index&nbsp;</a></li><li>Make sure you have enough&nbsp;<a href="https://gmail.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=95221c46aac4689e49a7c0bfc&amp;id=361d610eff&amp;e=3dbcd2089f" target="_blank">manpower to control the burn (pdf)&nbsp;</a></li><li>Make sure your&nbsp;<a href="https://gmail.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=95221c46aac4689e49a7c0bfc&amp;id=e68f5effc3&amp;e=3dbcd2089f" target="_blank">equipment (pdf)</a>&nbsp;is in good working order&nbsp;</li><li>Call the controlled burn hotline before lighting the fire at 785-565-6216 or 866-565-6216 (toll-free)&nbsp;</li><li>Call the controlled burn hotline when your fire is out&nbsp;</li>
 </ul>"Conducting an outdoor burn is a major responsibility and the fire must be monitored until completely extinguished or adequately contained. Fire can get out of control quickly and can be active for several days or even longer in certain circumstances. The consequences of an out-of-control fire can be disastrous,” said Stukey.&nbsp; The first step in the process to conduct an outdoor burn is to contact Riley County Emergency Management 785-537-6333 to apply for a burn permit. Staff will share advice and information for conducting the burn safely.Find more information at&nbsp;<a href="https://gmail.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=95221c46aac4689e49a7c0bfc&amp;id=d71d8dd9ac&amp;e=3dbcd2089f" target="_blank">www.rileycountyks.gov/fire</a>&nbsp; and&nbsp;<a href="https://gmail.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=95221c46aac4689e49a7c0bfc&amp;id=22213b4490&amp;e=3dbcd2089f" target="_blank">https://www.kansasforests.org/fire_management/fireprevention.html&nbsp;</a><a href="https://gmail.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=95221c46aac4689e49a7c0bfc&amp;id=22213b4490&amp;e=3dbcd2089f" target="_blank"></a>The Kansas Forest Service also provides prescribed burning classes to property owners. More information is available at&nbsp;<a href="https://gmail.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=95221c46aac4689e49a7c0bfc&amp;id=6916def7d0&amp;e=3dbcd2089f" target="_blank">https://www.kansasforests.org/fire_management/prescribedfire.html&nbsp;</a> Sign up for emergency notifications, including burn condition notices, at&nbsp;<a href="https://gmail.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=95221c46aac4689e49a7c0bfc&amp;id=2e52d653a2&amp;e=3dbcd2089f" target="_blank">www.rileycountyks.gov/alerts</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Weekend wildfire threatens homes in SE Riley Co.

MANHATTAN - On Monday, March 6, 2023, officers with the Riley County Police Department arrested 43-year-old Giovanny Xavier Santiago Ayala, of Manhattan, for indecent solicitation of a child and breach of privacy.

The arrest comes after an investigation involving Ayala and two victims, known to him, 15- and 16-year old females.

Ayala was arrested and issued a total bond of $15,000. He is no longer confined to the Riley County Jail.

Due to the nature of the case, Riley County Police Department will not be releasing any further details.

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - On Monday, March 6, 2023, officers with the Riley County Police Department arrested 43-year-old Giovanny Xavier Santiago Ayala, of Manhattan, for indecent solicitation of a child and breach of privacy.The arrest comes after an investigation involving Ayala and two victims, known to him, 15- and 16-year old females.Ayala was arrested and issued a total bond of $15,000. He is no longer confined to the Riley County Jail.Due to the nature of the case, Riley County Police Department will not be releasing any further details.

43-year-old MHK man arrested for solicitation of child, breach of privacy

RICKY DION DUNKLIN, 28, Manhattan, Aggravated domestic battery; choke in rude manner; family member/dating relationship; Domestic battery; Knowing rude physical contact w/family member or dating relationship; Bond $5,000

KATHY FAY FINCH, 56, Kansas City, KS, Failure to appear; Bond $500

DANEILLE CHRISTINE SULLIVAN, 31, Wichita, Probation Violation; Bond $20,000

GIOVANNY XAVIER SANTIAGO AYALA, 43, Manhattan, Indecent solicitation of a child; Sex act with a child &gt;14&lt;16; Breach of privacy; install/use concealed camcorder w/out consent; Bond $15,000

TIA RENE SWARTHOUT, 41, Manhattan, Battery on LEO; City/county officer/employee on duty; Bond $15,000

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;RICKY DION DUNKLIN, 28, Manhattan, Aggravated domestic battery; choke in rude manner; family member/dating relationship; Domestic battery; Knowing rude physical contact w/family member or dating relationship; Bond $5,000KATHY FAY FINCH, 56, Kansas City, KS, Failure to appear; Bond $500DANEILLE CHRISTINE SULLIVAN, 31, Wichita, Probation Violation; Bond $20,000GIOVANNY XAVIER SANTIAGO AYALA, 43, Manhattan, Indecent solicitation of a child; Sex act with a child &gt;14&lt;16; Breach of privacy; install/use concealed camcorder w/out consent; Bond $15,000TIA RENE SWARTHOUT, 41, Manhattan, Battery on LEO; City/county officer/employee on duty; Bond $15,000

Riley County Arrest Report March 7

The Topeka NOAA Weather Radio has been returned to service after an unscheduled outage.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678203506643.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>The Topeka NOAA Weather Radio has been returned to service after an unscheduled outage.

UPDATE: Topeka NOAA weather radio returned to service

MANHATTAN - On Monday, March 6, 2023, at 5:07 pm, officers with the Riley County Police Department were called to the parking lot of the Sunset Zoo on the report of a shooting with one victim being injured.

Upon arrival, officers found a 23-year-old Manhattan man with a gunshot wound to the neck. He was transported to Ascension Via Christi in Manhattan and later to Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka for treatment of the non-life-threatening injuries.

RCPD says further investigation leads them to this being an isolated incident between two separate, but associated parties, and they are working to identify all individuals involved in the shooting.

Witnesses in the area of the shooting told RCPD at least one male suspect ran east from the scene following the shooting.

Anyone in the area of the Sunset Zoo who may have security camera footage or witnessed anything suspicious on Monday are asked to contact RCPD at&nbsp;(785) 537-2112 or Crime Stoppers at (785) 539-7777.

RCPD says there is no reason to believe there is any threat to the Sunset Zoo, Manhattan High School or the community.&nbsp;

The investigation is ongoing, and additional information will be released as it becomes available.

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - On Monday, March 6, 2023, at 5:07 pm, officers with the Riley County Police Department were called to the parking lot of the Sunset Zoo on the report of a shooting with one victim being injured.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678149945009.jpeg" alt="RCPD at Sunset Zoo" />
 <figcaption>RCPD at Sunset Zoo</figcaption>
 </figure>Upon arrival, officers found a 23-year-old Manhattan man with a gunshot wound to the neck. He was transported to Ascension Via Christi in Manhattan and later to Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka for treatment of the non-life-threatening injuries.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678154067824.jpeg" alt="RCPD CSI investigates shooting at Sunset Zoo parking lot" />
 <figcaption>RCPD CSI investigates shooting at Sunset Zoo parking lot</figcaption>
 </figure>RCPD says further investigation leads them to this being an isolated incident between two separate, but associated parties, and they are working to identify all individuals involved in the shooting.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678154374014.jpeg" alt="RCPD investigating shooting at Sunset Zoo parking lot" />
 <figcaption>RCPD investigating shooting at Sunset Zoo parking lot</figcaption>
 </figure>Witnesses in the area of the shooting told RCPD at least one male suspect ran east from the scene following the shooting.<div><div style="position:relative; overflow:hidden; padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/tEQRNOsZ-60zMcgvZ.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="RCPD on scene of shooting in Sunset Zoo parking lot" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div>Anyone in the area of the Sunset Zoo who may have security camera footage or witnessed anything suspicious on Monday are asked to contact RCPD at&nbsp;(785) 537-2112 or Crime Stoppers at (785) 539-7777.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678154005173.jpeg" alt="RCPD on scene of shooting in Sunset Zoo parking lot" />
 <figcaption>RCPD on scene of shooting in Sunset Zoo parking lot</figcaption>
 </figure>RCPD says there is no reason to believe there is any threat to the Sunset Zoo, Manhattan High School or the community.&nbsp;The investigation is ongoing, and additional information will be released as it becomes available.

📷: UPDATE: 23-year-old MHK man injured in shooting at Sunset Zoo parking lot

By Jessica LeDuc, Director of Marketing, CCCC

The&nbsp;Geary Community Healthcare Foundation&nbsp;and R2B4 Bramlage Family Foundation have each donated $7,500 to the Cloud County Community College Geary County Campus to support the nursing program.

“All three organizations believe in the same goals, which is to provide career and technical training for future professionals, and support the needs of workforce development within Geary County, Junction City and our surrounding service area,” said Cloud County Director of Workforce Development and Outreach Kelly Cook.

Cloud County expanded its nursing program to the Geary County campus last year, and the first class began in January 2022. Those students will complete the program as the first Geary County Campus nursing class in May.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678192250852.jpeg" alt="&nbsp;Pictured, left to right, are: Jennifer Zabokrtsky, Director CCCC Geary County Campus; Kelly Cook, Director of Workforce Development and Outreach; Tracy Geisler, Geary Community Healthcare Foundation Executive Director; Sandra Grubb, BSN, RN, CCCC Nursing Instructor; Dr. Lacy Hargitt-Pelkey, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, CCCC Nursing Instructor; Theresa Bramlage, The R2B4 Bramlage Family Foundation&nbsp;Treasurer and Program Director; and Bob Bramlage, R2B4 Bramlage Family Foundation President.&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>&nbsp;Pictured, left to right, are: Jennifer Zabokrtsky, Director CCCC Geary County Campus; Kelly Cook, Director of Workforce Development and Outreach; Tracy Geisler, Geary Community Healthcare Foundation Executive Director; Sandra Grubb, BSN, RN, CCCC Nursing Instructor; Dr. Lacy Hargitt-Pelkey, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, CCCC Nursing Instructor; Theresa Bramlage, The R2B4 Bramlage Family Foundation&nbsp;Treasurer and Program Director; and Bob Bramlage, R2B4 Bramlage Family Foundation President.&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>By Jessica LeDuc, Director of Marketing, CCCCThe&nbsp;Geary Community Healthcare Foundation&nbsp;and R2B4 Bramlage Family Foundation have each donated $7,500 to the Cloud County Community College Geary County Campus to support the nursing program.“All three organizations believe in the same goals, which is to provide career and technical training for future professionals, and support the needs of workforce development within Geary County, Junction City and our surrounding service area,” said Cloud County Director of Workforce Development and Outreach Kelly Cook.Cloud County expanded its nursing program to the Geary County campus last year, and the first class began in January 2022. Those students will complete the program as the first Geary County Campus nursing class in May.

CCCC Geary County campus receives donations

RILEY - The USD 378 Riley County Board of Education voted unanimously Monday evening to close school on Wednesday, March 8th to allow students, staff and community members to attend the Girls 3A State Basketball Tournament.

<a href="https://littleapplepost.com/posts/e2c080e7-6742-4f4c-9c5a-013fd4ac5df1">Riley County Girls Basketball team won</a> the Marysville Sub-State Championship on Saturday to secure their spot in the State Tournament.

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostRILEY - The USD 378 Riley County Board of Education voted unanimously Monday evening to close school on Wednesday, March 8th to allow students, staff and community members to attend the Girls 3A State Basketball Tournament.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">There will be no school in USD 378 on Wednesday, March 8th to allow students, staff, and community the opportunity to attend the state basketball game.&mdash; RCHS Falcons (@RileyCounty_HS) <a href="https://twitter.com/RileyCounty_HS/status/1632932040256438274?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 7, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><a href="https://littleapplepost.com/posts/e2c080e7-6742-4f4c-9c5a-013fd4ac5df1">Riley County Girls Basketball team won</a> the Marysville Sub-State Championship on Saturday to secure their spot in the State Tournament.

Riley County Schools canceled Wednesday

📷: RCPD: One injured in shooting at Sunset Zoo Parking Lot

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina Post

Monday kicks off Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Kansas.

The week is scheduled to include a statewide tornado drill at 10 a.m. Tuesday.

In 2022, 56 tornadoes were recorded in Kansas, according to information from the National Weather Service. That number was five below the 1950-2022 average of 61, 29 below the 30-year average of 85, and 11 below the 10-year average of 67, yet higher than 2021 and 2020 combined.

According to the weather service, the longest tracking tornado was an EF1 tornado that was on the ground for 21.76 miles in Dickinson and Morris counties on April 29. The strongest tornado, an EF3, also was recorded on April 29 in Sedgwick and Butler counties. 

In fact, 14 tornadoes were recorded on April 29, the most prolific tornado-producing day in 2022 for Kansas. June saw the most tornadoes - 22 - for one month in 2022, and Kansas had 17 days in 2020 with at least one tornado. 

Thomas County in northwest Kansas holds the record for most 2022 tornadoes in one county: eight.

The length of the 2022 tornado season in Kansas was 154 days, from March 29 to Aug. 29.

While the bulk of spring severe and tornadic weather is still ahead of us this year, Kansas has already seen tornadoes in 2023.

Are you ready should a tornado strike your neighborhood? When storms roll in with lightning, do you know how to stay safe? What about staying safe when it is hailing, high winds are blowing, or flood waters are wreaking havoc?

READ: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/ce629f46-0804-4843-a051-98e117f99d77">Saline County disaster kit projects kick off Severe Weather Awareness Week</a>

As a part of Severe Weather Preparedness Week, the National Weather Service is offering on its websites a variety of weather preparedness and safety information. <a href="https://www.weather.gov/ict/swaw">Click here to access the information</a>.

Additionally, Eagle Radio and Salina Post will strive to keep you informed about severe weather in the area.

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 </figure>By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostMonday kicks off Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Kansas.The week is scheduled to include a statewide tornado drill at 10 a.m. Tuesday. In 2022, 56 tornadoes were recorded in Kansas, according to information from the National Weather Service. That number was five below the 1950-2022 average of 61, 29 below the 30-year average of 85, and 11 below the 10-year average of 67, yet higher than 2021 and 2020 combined.According to the weather service, the longest tracking tornado was an EF1 tornado that was on the ground for 21.76 miles in Dickinson and Morris counties on April 29. The strongest tornado, an EF3, also was recorded on April 29 in Sedgwick and Butler counties. In fact, 14 tornadoes were recorded on April 29, the most prolific tornado-producing day in 2022 for Kansas. June saw the most tornadoes - 22 - for one month in 2022, and Kansas had 17 days in 2020 with at least one tornado. Thomas County in northwest Kansas holds the record for most 2022 tornadoes in one county: eight.The length of the 2022 tornado season in Kansas was 154 days, from March 29 to Aug. 29.While the bulk of spring severe and tornadic weather is still ahead of us this year, Kansas has already seen tornadoes in 2023.Are you ready should a tornado strike your neighborhood? When storms roll in with lightning, do you know how to stay safe? What about staying safe when it is hailing, high winds are blowing, or flood waters are wreaking havoc?READ: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/ce629f46-0804-4843-a051-98e117f99d77">Saline County disaster kit projects kick off Severe Weather Awareness Week</a>As a part of Severe Weather Preparedness Week, the National Weather Service is offering on its websites a variety of weather preparedness and safety information. <a href="https://www.weather.gov/ict/swaw">Click here to access the information</a>.Additionally, Eagle Radio and Salina Post will strive to keep you informed about severe weather in the area.

Kansas Severe Weather Preparedness Week begins Monday

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating another theft of a firearm from an unlocked vehicle.

Just after 2p.m. Friday, officers filed a report for theft in the 700 block of Pottawatomie Avenue in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

 A 31-year-old man reported his Rock Island 1911 handgun was stolen from his unlocked car. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $575.&nbsp;

Anyone with information can contact RCPD or the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=353#">Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers</a>. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating another theft of a firearm from an unlocked vehicle.Just after 2p.m. Friday, officers filed a report for theft in the 700 block of Pottawatomie Avenue in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. A 31-year-old man reported his Rock Island 1911 handgun was stolen from his unlocked car. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $575.&nbsp;Anyone with information can contact RCPD or the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=353#">Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers</a>. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

RCPD: Another handgun stolen from unlocked vehicle

After one more warm and pleasant day, the National Weather Service in Topeka is predicting cooler temperatures and rain this week.

The high Monday is expected to reach the mid- to upper-50s, dropping to a high in the low-40s by Tuesday.

There is a 50 percent to 70 percent chance of rain starting after noon Tuesday and continuing&nbsp; into Thursday night, the NWS said.&nbsp;

The daytime highs will be in the low- to upper-40s through the work week.

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 </figure>After one more warm and pleasant day, the National Weather Service in Topeka is predicting cooler temperatures and rain this week.The high Monday is expected to reach the mid- to upper-50s, dropping to a high in the low-40s by Tuesday.There is a 50 percent to 70 percent chance of rain starting after noon Tuesday and continuing&nbsp; into Thursday night, the NWS said.&nbsp;The daytime highs will be in the low- to upper-40s through the work week.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Monday will be the last warm day. Expect cooler weather with a good chance for rain Tuesday night and Wednesday. There will be a chance for rain and snow by the end of the week. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/kswx?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#kswx</a> <a href="https://t.co/W2sMbsFU3v">pic.twitter.com/W2sMbsFU3v</a>&mdash; NWS Topeka (@NWSTopeka) <a href="https://twitter.com/NWSTopeka/status/1632511375024222208?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 5, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script> </div>

NWS: Cooler temperatures and a chance of rain this week

JOHN NGANGA KIMANI, 30, Fort Riley, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

SYDNI JEAN ADAMS, 18, Fayetteville, AR; Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; competent evidence of blood/breath .08+; Defective headlamps on motor vehicle; Bond $1,500

AYONNA CASCELL SHORTER, 26, Lawrence, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv.; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $1,500

CODY JAMES PARMLEY, 25, Cedar Point, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $1,500

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;JOHN NGANGA KIMANI, 30, Fort Riley, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750SYDNI JEAN ADAMS, 18, Fayetteville, AR; Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; competent evidence of blood/breath .08+; Defective headlamps on motor vehicle; Bond $1,500AYONNA CASCELL SHORTER, 26, Lawrence, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv.; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $1,500CODY JAMES PARMLEY, 25, Cedar Point, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $1,500

Riley County Arrest Report March 6

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Creighton University economist Ernie Goss said even though he expects another rate hike from the Federal Reserve, he's a little more optimistic now than he was last month.

"The recession probabilities are lower, much lower than they were for the year of 2023," Goss said. "Inflation, the numbers there, tending to be much higher and the employment number, that's definitely a good thing. Normally, we have purchasing managers, supply managers telling us they have difficulty finding and hiring workers. Now, it seems like, at least for the month of February, they had less."

Goss is still concerned about the staring contest Congress and the administration appear to be ready to engage in regarding the debt ceiling.

"$31.5 trillion, we've reached the debt ceiling," Goss said. "If we don't see some raising of the debt ceiling in June, the first week of June, we're going to have some not so good consequences, if we don't raise that debt ceiling."

Republicans have insisted that a debt limit increase must be paired with spending cuts, but they are not looking to cut Social Security or Medicare.

"I do think there will be a solution to the debt ceiling," Goss said. "That would be madness, to not raise the debt ceiling, in my judgment. Jay Powell, head of the Federal Reserve, said the same thing."

How close to June the two sides will come before getting to that solution remains to be seen.

<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;

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Creighton University economist Ernie Goss said even though he expects another rate hike from the Federal Reserve, he's a little more optimistic now than he was last month."The recession probabilities are lower, much lower than they were for the year of 2023," Goss said. "Inflation, the numbers there, tending to be much higher and the employment number, that's definitely a good thing. Normally, we have purchasing managers, supply managers telling us they have difficulty finding and hiring workers. Now, it seems like, at least for the month of February, they had less."Goss is still concerned about the staring contest Congress and the administration appear to be ready to engage in regarding the debt ceiling."$31.5 trillion, we've reached the debt ceiling," Goss said. "If we don't see some raising of the debt ceiling in June, the first week of June, we're going to have some not so good consequences, if we don't raise that debt ceiling."Republicans have insisted that a debt limit increase must be paired with spending cuts, but they are not looking to cut Social Security or Medicare."I do think there will be a solution to the debt ceiling," Goss said. "That would be madness, to not raise the debt ceiling, in my judgment. Jay Powell, head of the Federal Reserve, said the same thing."How close to June the two sides will come before getting to that solution remains to be seen.<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;

Goss: Inflation a concern, but recession not as much

ARIONA MAKAELA TRUJILLO, 22, Topeka, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Transporting open container; Fail to yield stop or yield sign; Bond $1,500

BRYNN MARIAH BOOKER, 24, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

PAULINE ADELL JOHNSON, 37, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $1,500

TREVION MARZAE RODRIGUEZ, 22, Topeka, Disorderly conduct; Brawling or fighting; Bond $500

ANTONIO LAMONT PEAD, 24, Topeka, Disorderly conduct; Brawling or fighting; Bond $500

CHAVEZ MICHAEL WILSON, 21, Topeka, Transporting open container; Bond $1,500

DARON MARSEAN ISLAND JONES, 21, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; competent evidence of blood/breath .08+; Bond $750

BLAIZE RICHARD MOORE, 16, Ogden, Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Distribute or poss w/intent to distribute drug paraph for illegal use; Possession of marijuana; Possession of hallucinogenic drug; processed through North Central Kansas Juvenile Intake and released to a parent/guardian

JESUP SABINA MCCLELLAND, 22, Ogden, Agg. burglary; Dwelling for felony, theft, sex; Possession of marijuana; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Bond $20,000

AMARI TAMATA MIKELLE MCGLORY, 22, Topeka, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv.; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

RYAN DAVID GRIMSLEY, 19, Lawrence, Criminal trespass; Unknown circumstance; Liquor; Purchase/possess/consume by minor 18-20 yrs; 1st conv; Bond $2,000

ALEC PATRICK STEWART, 22, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; competent evidence of blood/breath .08+; Bond $1,500

DEVON ALEXIS ROMERO, 19, Clay Center, Driving under the infl. of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; competent evidence of blood/breath .08+; Improper use of HAARD lights; Bond $1,000

GAUGE MICHAEL STAUFFER, 18, Hutchinson, Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution; Bond $500

ANGEL ALFONZO ESPARZA, 25, Salina, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; competent evidence of blood/breath .08+; Drive in center lane of 2 way traffic when there are three lanes; Unsafe turn or stopping; fail to signal; Bond $1,500

CELSO MARCIAL ROSTRAN LARA, 30, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; competent evidence of blood/breath .08+; Bond $1,500

AYDEN KRISTOPHER BATH, 19, Manhattan, 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; Possession of marijuana; Bond $1,500

GRACIE MORGAN COLEMAN, 21, Topeka, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv.; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $1,500

DYLAN EDWARD MILLER, 18, Tonganoxie, Liquor; purchase/possess/consume by minor 18-20 yrs; 1st conviction; Bond $500

CONNOR JOSEPH DIERKES, 23, Gerald, MO, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $1,500

CARLY ANNE FURSMAN, 20, Lawrence, Domestic battery; Knowing rude physical contact w/family member or dating relationship; Bond $2,000

RAJA RALLY, 26, Fort Riley, Fleeing &amp; Elude; reckless driving; maximum speed limits; Bond $3,000

CARTER WAYNE WILSON, 19, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv. blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Liquor; purchase/possess/consume by minor 18-20 yrs.; 1st conviction; Bond $750

DAVID ANDREW SCHATTE, 21, Manhattan, Aggravated assault; Use of a deadly weapon; Bond $2,000

MICHAEL PARKER MILLNER, 19, Jackson, TN, Liquor; Purchase/possess/consume by minor 18-20 yrs; unknown conviction; Bond $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;ARIONA MAKAELA TRUJILLO, 22, Topeka, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Transporting open container; Fail to yield stop or yield sign; Bond $1,500BRYNN MARIAH BOOKER, 24, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750PAULINE ADELL JOHNSON, 37, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $1,500TREVION MARZAE RODRIGUEZ, 22, Topeka, Disorderly conduct; Brawling or fighting; Bond $500ANTONIO LAMONT PEAD, 24, Topeka, Disorderly conduct; Brawling or fighting; Bond $500CHAVEZ MICHAEL WILSON, 21, Topeka, Transporting open container; Bond $1,500DARON MARSEAN ISLAND JONES, 21, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; competent evidence of blood/breath .08+; Bond $750BLAIZE RICHARD MOORE, 16, Ogden, Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Distribute or poss w/intent to distribute drug paraph for illegal use; Possession of marijuana; Possession of hallucinogenic drug; processed through North Central Kansas Juvenile Intake and released to a parent/guardianJESUP SABINA MCCLELLAND, 22, Ogden, Agg. burglary; Dwelling for felony, theft, sex; Possession of marijuana; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Bond $20,000AMARI TAMATA MIKELLE MCGLORY, 22, Topeka, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv.; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750RYAN DAVID GRIMSLEY, 19, Lawrence, Criminal trespass; Unknown circumstance; Liquor; Purchase/possess/consume by minor 18-20 yrs; 1st conv; Bond $2,000ALEC PATRICK STEWART, 22, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; competent evidence of blood/breath .08+; Bond $1,500DEVON ALEXIS ROMERO, 19, Clay Center, Driving under the infl. of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; competent evidence of blood/breath .08+; Improper use of HAARD lights; Bond $1,000GAUGE MICHAEL STAUFFER, 18, Hutchinson, Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution; Bond $500ANGEL ALFONZO ESPARZA, 25, Salina, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; competent evidence of blood/breath .08+; Drive in center lane of 2 way traffic when there are three lanes; Unsafe turn or stopping; fail to signal; Bond $1,500CELSO MARCIAL ROSTRAN LARA, 30, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; competent evidence of blood/breath .08+; Bond $1,500AYDEN KRISTOPHER BATH, 19, Manhattan, 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; Possession of marijuana; Bond $1,500GRACIE MORGAN COLEMAN, 21, Topeka, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv.; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $1,500DYLAN EDWARD MILLER, 18, Tonganoxie, Liquor; purchase/possess/consume by minor 18-20 yrs; 1st conviction; Bond $500CONNOR JOSEPH DIERKES, 23, Gerald, MO, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $1,500CARLY ANNE FURSMAN, 20, Lawrence, Domestic battery; Knowing rude physical contact w/family member or dating relationship; Bond $2,000RAJA RALLY, 26, Fort Riley, Fleeing &amp; Elude; reckless driving; maximum speed limits; Bond $3,000CARTER WAYNE WILSON, 19, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv. blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Liquor; purchase/possess/consume by minor 18-20 yrs.; 1st conviction; Bond $750DAVID ANDREW SCHATTE, 21, Manhattan, Aggravated assault; Use of a deadly weapon; Bond $2,000MICHAEL PARKER MILLNER, 19, Jackson, TN, Liquor; Purchase/possess/consume by minor 18-20 yrs; unknown conviction; Bond $500

Riley County Arrest Report March 5

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post

MARYSVILLE - Riley County Girls Basketball team is headed to 3A State tournament.

The Falcons head to Hutchinson, for the first time in six years, with a record of 16-7.

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMARYSVILLE - Riley County Girls Basketball team is headed to 3A State tournament.The Falcons head to Hutchinson, for the first time in six years, with a record of 16-7.Leading the team is Anna Lambert with 25 pts, and CJ Rignell with 14.&nbsp;Some pictures from tonight’s game can be <a href="https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid02QZYhRytYz67d3iV3zBjvbUzySjmNBxLoc9cZ1nPd7Vd9e9CgmHokwp6hYyGMAAJPl&amp;id=100057856666859">found here</a>.Riley County(16-7) enters the 3A State Tournament as the #8 seed and will play the&nbsp;#1 seed, Phillipsburg(23-0), at 2pm on Wednesday in Hutchinson.https://www.kshsaa.org/react/fanpage/5233

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