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;

BRIAN MICHAEL NORDHUS, 45, El Dorado, Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Bond $3,000

DANA AMANDA DECOTEAU, 39, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $2,000

JASON ROY MANIS, 45, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $1,000

JUSTIN ALAN BROWN, 33, Manhattan, Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Bond $1,000

GAVIN MICHAEL ROBERT ADAM, 23, Manhattan, Violate protection order; Condition of pre-trial orders; Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution; Bond $3,000

ANNA MARIE DOWNEY, 24, Emmett, Driving under the influence of drugs/alc; 1st conv; incapable of safely driving; 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;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1685396054937.jpeg" alt="Brian Michael Nordus, picture from KDOC" />
 <figcaption>Brian Michael Nordus, picture from KDOC</figcaption>
 </figure>BRIAN MICHAEL NORDHUS, 45, El Dorado, Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Bond $3,000DANA AMANDA DECOTEAU, 39, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $2,000JASON ROY MANIS, 45, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $1,000JUSTIN ALAN BROWN, 33, Manhattan, Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Bond $1,000GAVIN MICHAEL ROBERT ADAM, 23, Manhattan, Violate protection order; Condition of pre-trial orders; Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution; Bond $3,000ANNA MARIE DOWNEY, 24, Emmett, Driving under the influence of drugs/alc; 1st conv; incapable of safely driving; Bond $750

📷: Riley County Arrest Report May 29

ALEX JOHN SEIFERT, 20, Clyde, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

KRISTOFOR LEE CALBREATH, 35, Louisville,&nbsp;X DUI; 1ST CONV; COMPETENT EVIDENCE OF BLOOD/BREATH .08+; Criminal possession of a weapon by a felon; conv of CH 21-3401, 21-3402, 21-3403, 21-3404, 21-3410, 21-3411, 21-3414, 21-3415, 21-3419, 21-3420, 21-3421, 21-3427, 21-3442, 21-3502, 21-3506, 21-3518, 21-3716, 65-4127a, 65-4127b, 65-4159 through 65-4165 or 65-7006; Possession of marijuana; Bond $5,000

CORNEAL ARNEZ JOHNSON, 33, Manhattan, Probation Violation x2; Bond $8,000

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;ALEX JOHN SEIFERT, 20, Clyde, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750KRISTOFOR LEE CALBREATH, 35, Louisville,&nbsp;X DUI; 1ST CONV; COMPETENT EVIDENCE OF BLOOD/BREATH .08+; Criminal possession of a weapon by a felon; conv of CH 21-3401, 21-3402, 21-3403, 21-3404, 21-3410, 21-3411, 21-3414, 21-3415, 21-3419, 21-3420, 21-3421, 21-3427, 21-3442, 21-3502, 21-3506, 21-3518, 21-3716, 65-4127a, 65-4127b, 65-4159 through 65-4165 or 65-7006; Possession of marijuana; Bond $5,000CORNEAL ARNEZ JOHNSON, 33, Manhattan, Probation Violation x2; Bond $8,000

Riley County Arrest Report May 28

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

Just after 7a.m. Thursday, officers filed a report for criminal damage to property in the 700 block of Midland Avenue in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

Three men reported a known suspect damaged multiple walls, ceilings, and electrical outlets at a home in that location. 

The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $30,000, according to the RCPD.

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged criminal damage in Manhattan.Just after 7a.m. Thursday, officers filed a report for criminal damage to property in the 700 block of Midland Avenue in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. Three men reported a known suspect damaged multiple walls, ceilings, and electrical outlets at a home in that location. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $30,000, according to the RCPD.

RCPD: Suspect blamed for $30K damage to Manhattan home

WASHINGTON&nbsp;– U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – a member of the Senate Committee on Appropriations – today announced a $4,750,000 federal investment for the Kansas State University Salina Aerospace and Technology Campus to develop an aerospace simulation center.

“K-State Salina is leading the way in training pilots, and this federal investment will help the Aerospace and Technology Campus expand its learning opportunities,” Moran said. “Training the next generation of pilots will make certain our aviation industry continues to meet the demands of air travel and transportation.”

These federal resources build on a corporate investment from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems. Moran&nbsp;participated&nbsp;in the announcement of the $10 million investment in 2022.

READ: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/1a79300c-4439-4e81-993f-ed045a45e324">Moran helps K-State Salina announce $10M gift from General Atomics</a>

Moran NewsWASHINGTON&nbsp;– U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – a member of the Senate Committee on Appropriations – today announced a $4,750,000 federal investment for the Kansas State University Salina Aerospace and Technology Campus to develop an aerospace simulation center.“K-State Salina is leading the way in training pilots, and this federal investment will help the Aerospace and Technology Campus expand its learning opportunities,” Moran said. “Training the next generation of pilots will make certain our aviation industry continues to meet the demands of air travel and transportation.”These federal resources build on a corporate investment from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems. Moran&nbsp;participated&nbsp;in the announcement of the $10 million investment in 2022.READ: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/1a79300c-4439-4e81-993f-ed045a45e324">Moran helps K-State Salina announce $10M gift from General Atomics</a>

Moran announces $4.7M federal investment for K-State Salina

by BECKY GOFF JC Post/Little Apple Post

MANHATTAN - On Thursday, the Fort Riley Education Services hosted the 2023 Combined Graduation Ceremony at the Hilton Garden Inn in Manhattan.

More than 60 graduates walked across the stage receiving their diplomas.

Higher educations institutions represented at the ceremony will include&nbsp;Barton Community College,&nbsp;&nbsp;Central Texas College,&nbsp;Kansas State University, Southwestern College, Upper Iowa University and various other distance learning colleges.&nbsp; &nbsp;

The Combined Graduation Ceremony is hosted by Fort Riley Education Services to honor those who have accomplished a personal standard of excellence; inspire Soldiers, family members and Army civilians to continue pursuing higher education; showcase the many educational opportunities available at Fort Riley; and emphasize the importance of continuing education.

Graduates received certificates or associates, bachelor’s or master’s degree from their respective colleges and universities. Col. John B. Mountford, Deputy Commanding Officer for Maneuver, 1st Infantry Division, will deliver the commencement address.

You can watch the previously live video of the graduation ceremony here:

by BECKY GOFF JC Post/Little Apple Post<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1685105368267.jpeg" alt="Fort Riley Combined Graduation 2023, photo by Becky Goff" />
 <figcaption>Fort Riley Combined Graduation 2023, photo by Becky Goff</figcaption>
 </figure>MANHATTAN - On Thursday, the Fort Riley Education Services hosted the 2023 Combined Graduation Ceremony at the Hilton Garden Inn in Manhattan.More than 60 graduates walked across the stage receiving their diplomas.Higher educations institutions represented at the ceremony will include&nbsp;Barton Community College,&nbsp;&nbsp;Central Texas College,&nbsp;Kansas State University, Southwestern College, Upper Iowa University and various other distance learning colleges.&nbsp; &nbsp;The Combined Graduation Ceremony is hosted by Fort Riley Education Services to honor those who have accomplished a personal standard of excellence; inspire Soldiers, family members and Army civilians to continue pursuing higher education; showcase the many educational opportunities available at Fort Riley; and emphasize the importance of continuing education.Graduates received certificates or associates, bachelor’s or master’s degree from their respective colleges and universities. Col. John B. Mountford, Deputy Commanding Officer for Maneuver, 1st Infantry Division, will deliver the commencement address.You can watch the previously live video of the graduation ceremony here:<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=314&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FFortRiley%2Fvideos%2F621072993409486%2F&show_text=true&width=560&t=0" width="560" height="429" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowFullScreen="true"></iframe></div>

More than 60 graduates honored at Fort Riley Combined Graduation

BRIAN PETER KARST, 25, Failure to Appear; Bond $500

MOLLY ELIZABETH MEEKS, 34, St. George, Failure to Appear; Bond $1500

JOSHUA JAMES HERRELL, 41, Manhattan, Probation Violation

DORIAN WAYNE HODGES, 22, Manhattan,&nbsp;Failure to Appear; Bond $500

CLARISSA JO ELLIS, 60, Manhattan,&nbsp;Driving under the influence of drug or combination of drugs; 1st conv; Bond $750

CHANCE DOYLE CALLAWAY, 30, Chapman,&nbsp;Failure to appear and Parole Violation; Bond $3000

ANTWAJUANE JEROME MCNEIL, 29, Ogden; Failure to Appear

JEREMY J RICHMOND, 31, Topeka, Failure to Appear; Bond $1500

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;BRIAN PETER KARST, 25, Failure to Appear; Bond $500MOLLY ELIZABETH MEEKS, 34, St. George, Failure to Appear; Bond $1500<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1685104801508.jpeg" alt="Herrell has four previous convictions for computer crimes, for criminal use of a financial card, theft and for drugs, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections" />
 <figcaption>Herrell has four previous convictions for computer crimes, for criminal use of a financial card, theft and for drugs, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections</figcaption>
 </figure>JOSHUA JAMES HERRELL, 41, Manhattan, Probation ViolationDORIAN WAYNE HODGES, 22, Manhattan,&nbsp;Failure to Appear; Bond $500CLARISSA JO ELLIS, 60, Manhattan,&nbsp;Driving under the influence of drug or combination of drugs; 1st conv; Bond $750CHANCE DOYLE CALLAWAY, 30, Chapman,&nbsp;Failure to appear and Parole Violation; Bond $3000ANTWAJUANE JEROME MCNEIL, 29, Ogden; Failure to AppearJEREMY J RICHMOND, 31, Topeka, Failure to Appear; Bond $1500

📷: Riley County Arrest Report May 26

DICKINSON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on multiple allegations in connection with arson and theft.

Just before 5:30a.m. Wednesday, police and fire crews responded to a house fire in the 300 block of NE Eighth Street in Abilene, according to a media release.

Moments later, police and fire were dispatched to a second house fire in the 500 block of SE Sixth Street in Abilene. Investigators have determined both fires were intentionally set.

Just before 6a.m. that same morning deputies responded to a burglary at Liberty Store, 601 S. Buckeye Avenue.

Officers determined the two fires and burglary were connected and committed by the same suspect. Just before 8a.m., officer located and arrested 25-year-old&nbsp;Dai’Reese M. Gelinas of Abilene a home in the 100 block of S. Cedar Street.

He is being held on requested charges of aggravated arson, burglary, theft, criminal threat and criminal damage to property.

 The fires caused. approximately $100,000 in damage. The burglary loss is estimated in excess of $500. The Kansas Highway Patrol and State Fire Marshal assisted with the investigation.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1685049172807.png" alt="Gelinas-photo&nbsp; Dickinson Co." />
 <figcaption>Gelinas-photo&nbsp; Dickinson Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>DICKINSON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect on multiple allegations in connection with arson and theft.Just before 5:30a.m. Wednesday, police and fire crews responded to a house fire in the 300 block of NE Eighth Street in Abilene, according to a media release.Moments later, police and fire were dispatched to a second house fire in the 500 block of SE Sixth Street in Abilene. Investigators have determined both fires were intentionally set.Just before 6a.m. that same morning deputies responded to a burglary at Liberty Store, 601 S. Buckeye Avenue.Officers determined the two fires and burglary were connected and committed by the same suspect. Just before 8a.m., officer located and arrested 25-year-old&nbsp;Dai’Reese M. Gelinas of Abilene a home in the 100 block of S. Cedar Street.He is being held on requested charges of aggravated arson, burglary, theft, criminal threat and criminal damage to property. The fires caused. approximately $100,000 in damage. The burglary loss is estimated in excess of $500. The Kansas Highway Patrol and State Fire Marshal assisted with the investigation.&nbsp;

Kansas man accused of $100K arson fire, burglary

WASHINGTON —The ESOP Association represents the interests of millions of Employee Owners and their companies across the nation.&nbsp;

On May 18, the organization honored Eagle Communications Chairman Gary Shorman for a career spent helping to grow employee ownership in America, with the Michael Keeling Founder’s Award.&nbsp;

The award honors an individual for their contributions to the founding of Employee Stock Ownership Programs (ESOP) and for working to elevate awareness of the benefit and value of ESOPs.&nbsp;Eagle Communications has been an employee-owned company since 1998 with employees now owning 100 percent of the company.

The award was presented at the organization's Annual Awards Ceremony during The ESOP Association’s National Conference in Washington, DC.&nbsp;

The Founder's award was created upon Michael Keeling's retirement from The ESOP Association after 28 years as President. The organization only presented this award one other time, and that was to the founder himself.

"Shorman has set a lifelong example we can all be inspired by," the ESOP Association stated. “Shorman has been a passionate advocate while serving on the organization's Board of Directors, and worked to create the organization's Silver Tsunami video series to encourage ESOP formation."&nbsp;

"It has been an honor to serve the ESOP association and be recognized with this award," said Shorman. "Helping build the Eagle ESOP and being a champion for employee owned companies has been rewarding. Employee ownership creates a unique business environment where everyone shares in the success and shares in the growth of their company."

"Shorman also chaired the organization's search committee for the first leadership transition at TEA in nearly three decades. He chaired the Association during COVID, led the way as we modernized our Board governance procedures, and has helped direct more than one hundred thousand dollars to the Employee Ownership Foundation."

"Any one of these things would be worthy of recognition, but together they exemplify a special dedication to ESOPs and future ESOP formation."

The annual awards honor excellence and achievement in the ESOP community and the people and companies that make significant contributions to The ESOP Association’s cause and membership.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684942928292.png" alt="The award was presented at the organization's Annual Awards Ceremony during The ESOP Association’s National Conference in Washington, DC. -Photo courtesy ESOP Association&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>The award was presented at the organization's Annual Awards Ceremony during The ESOP Association’s National Conference in Washington, DC. -Photo courtesy ESOP Association&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>WASHINGTON —The ESOP Association represents the interests of millions of Employee Owners and their companies across the nation.&nbsp;On May 18, the organization honored Eagle Communications Chairman Gary Shorman for a career spent helping to grow employee ownership in America, with the Michael Keeling Founder’s Award.&nbsp;The award honors an individual for their contributions to the founding of Employee Stock Ownership Programs (ESOP) and for working to elevate awareness of the benefit and value of ESOPs.&nbsp;Eagle Communications has been an employee-owned company since 1998 with employees now owning 100 percent of the company.The award was presented at the organization's Annual Awards Ceremony during The ESOP Association’s National Conference in Washington, DC.&nbsp;The Founder's award was created upon Michael Keeling's retirement from The ESOP Association after 28 years as President. The organization only presented this award one other time, and that was to the founder himself."Shorman has set a lifelong example we can all be inspired by," the ESOP Association stated. “Shorman has been a passionate advocate while serving on the organization's Board of Directors, and worked to create the organization's Silver Tsunami video series to encourage ESOP formation."&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684942961408.png" alt="Photo courtesy ESOP Association&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Photo courtesy ESOP Association&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>"It has been an honor to serve the ESOP association and be recognized with this award," said Shorman. "Helping build the Eagle ESOP and being a champion for employee owned companies has been rewarding. Employee ownership creates a unique business environment where everyone shares in the success and shares in the growth of their company."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684768242932.png" alt="" />
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 </figure>"Shorman also chaired the organization's search committee for the first leadership transition at TEA in nearly three decades. He chaired the Association during COVID, led the way as we modernized our Board governance procedures, and has helped direct more than one hundred thousand dollars to the Employee Ownership Foundation.""Any one of these things would be worthy of recognition, but together they exemplify a special dedication to ESOPs and future ESOP formation."The annual awards honor excellence and achievement in the ESOP community and the people and companies that make significant contributions to The ESOP Association’s cause and membership.

Association honors Eagle Chairman Gary Shorman with Founder's award 

By BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post

MANHATTAN - Just after 10am on Thursday morning, Manhattan Fire Department was called out to 1006 Pottawatomie Court on the report of a structure fire.

Upon arrival fire crews found a duplex with smoke coming from the building.

After searching the house, the fire was contained within 10 minutes.

The occupant was not home at the time of the fire.&nbsp;

One cat was rescued from the fire and received treatment for smoke inhalation by Manhattan Fire Department firefighters and Riley County EMS personnel.

Eighteen firefighters and 6 fire apparatus responded to the scene, along with Riley County EMS and Riley County Police Department.

The residence is a single story duplex, with damage from the fire and smoke estimated at $20,000 to the contents of the home and $15,000 to the sturcture.

The owner of the property is listed as Housing Authority City of Manhattan.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

By BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - Just after 10am on Thursday morning, Manhattan Fire Department was called out to 1006 Pottawatomie Court on the report of a structure fire.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1685032757508.jpeg" alt="Firefighters at structure fire at 1006 Pottawatomie Ct, photo by Becky Goff" />
 <figcaption>Firefighters at structure fire at 1006 Pottawatomie Ct, photo by Becky Goff</figcaption>
 </figure>Upon arrival fire crews found a duplex with smoke coming from the building.After searching the house, the fire was contained within 10 minutes.The occupant was not home at the time of the fire.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1685032438166.jpeg" alt="RCEMS and MFD treat cat rescued from housefire in MHK" />
 <figcaption>RCEMS and MFD treat cat rescued from housefire in MHK</figcaption>
 </figure>One cat was rescued from the fire and received treatment for smoke inhalation by Manhattan Fire Department firefighters and Riley County EMS personnel.Eighteen firefighters and 6 fire apparatus responded to the scene, along with Riley County EMS and Riley County Police Department.The residence is a single story duplex, with damage from the fire and smoke estimated at $20,000 to the contents of the home and $15,000 to the sturcture.<div><div style="position:relative;overflow:hidden;padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/qUlvOuL5-60zMcgvZ.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="Fire On Pott Ct 1" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div>The owner of the property is listed as Housing Authority City of Manhattan.The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

🎥&📷: Cat rescued following duplex fire in MHK

By JEREMY BOHN K-State Salina

Students at&nbsp;the&nbsp;<a href="http://salina.ksu.edu/" target="_blank">Kansas State University Salina Aerospace and Technology Campus</a>&nbsp;were not only dedicated to their studies this past year but also spent countless hours giving back to the Salina community with a long list of volunteer efforts. At the beginning of the 2022-2023 school year, K-State Salina leadership challenged campus members to become more involved and push themselves to find community-service projects to give back. Many students at K-State Salina took that challenge to heart, and they led or participated in more than 20 community service projects over the academic year. While some projects were small, others took significant time to organize and find student volunteers to complete. Much of that organization came from K-State Salina's Student Governing Association,&nbsp;or SGA, and Charlie Kiehlbauch,&nbsp;sophomore in professional pilot,&nbsp;Fort Worth, Texas, who serves&nbsp;in&nbsp;the community service cabinet position on SGA. While Kiehlbauch&nbsp;participated&nbsp;in many of the outreach efforts, he spent even more time putting together opportunities for students to&nbsp;volunteer&nbsp;by becoming a liaison to the community. "I talked with SGA leadership, and we decided to create a position within the organization to spearhead our campus-led volunteer efforts,"&nbsp;said Kiehlbauch.&nbsp;"If someone in the community needed volunteers, they could reach out to me, and I helped organize the student body to give back and participate. I also wanted to focus on planning big events to make them even more impactful." Many of the efforts that Kiehlbauch&nbsp;organized&nbsp;revolved around the K-State Salina campus and helping fellow students. There were other efforts, however, that allowed the students to get involved in the community. These efforts&nbsp;included assisting students at Sunset Elementary School in Salina&nbsp;and the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.k-state.edu/media/newsreleases/2022-12/salina-giving-tree-project122122.html" target="_blank">Giving Tree</a>&nbsp;volunteer project, where students, faculty and staff at K-State Salina donated gifts to elementary students and their families. Another volunteer effort was STEM Night at&nbsp;Sunset Elementary School.&nbsp;Several&nbsp;of&nbsp;K-State Salina's student clubs&nbsp;visited the school to share more about K-State Salina with the students. Organizations that participated&nbsp;include the&nbsp;Flight Team, Women's Air Race Classic,&nbsp;Women in Aviation, the&nbsp;Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Club&nbsp;and&nbsp;the campus's Upward Bound&nbsp;program. Kiehlbauch said&nbsp;that the&nbsp;February&nbsp;event was a success. "Students came out and cooked some hot dogs and served popcorn with lemonade. We also had hands-on booths where students and their families could see and use some of our flight simulators, UAS equipment and more,"&nbsp;said&nbsp;Kiehlbauch.&nbsp;"The Sunset students got to go to the booths and learn about STEM education. Seeing all the cool things that our students get to use every day, I think, really excited and motivated the younger elementary students." Kiehlbauch wasn't the only one giving back at K-State Salina this past school year. Students from the campus's Alpha Eta Rho, an international co-ed aviation fraternity with more than 40 members on the campus, participated in six different&nbsp;service&nbsp;projects this past year. The projects ranged from helping first-year students move into the residence halls on campus in August to giving back to Salina businesses and organizations. Their tasks included volunteering at the Garage Automotive Museum and the Smoky Hill Museum&nbsp;street&nbsp;fair and&nbsp;parade. "This year, our fraternity members sat down and decided that we wanted to be a fixture in the Salina community more than ever," said&nbsp;Jack Valdez, senior in professional pilot,&nbsp;Olathe.&nbsp;"It was rewarding to get involved in the community this year and be a part of an organization that truly cares." Outside of giving back to the Salina community, these volunteer efforts also helped reinforce time management skills&nbsp;for&nbsp;K-State Salina students. Kiehlbauch&nbsp;said he&nbsp;recalls having to focus on&nbsp;these skills&nbsp;during&nbsp;the school year. On top of organizing numerous volunteer events, he is also a full-time student taking flight blocks and courses to become a pilot. Even with the long hours, Kiehlbauch said&nbsp;his experience from this past year was well worth the effort. With&nbsp;students successfully&nbsp;completing&nbsp;hundreds of hours&nbsp;of service work, the K-State Salina campus is expecting the list of projects to continue to grow into the next academic year. "We have found success in fostering a culture of giving back to our community," said Kyle Chamberlin, assistant dean of student life. "We want our students to feel a sense of ownership in finding and helping with these community service projects. With the sense of pride that has grown from this past year, we expect the number of hours and projects to continue to grow in the future."

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1685018137099.jpeg" alt="Members of K-State Salina's Alpha Eta Rho aviation fraternity volunteered their time at The Garage earlier this year. This was one of more than 20 community service projects completed by students at the campus in the past academic year. Photo courtesy K-State Salina" />
 <figcaption>Members of K-State Salina's Alpha Eta Rho aviation fraternity volunteered their time at The Garage earlier this year. This was one of more than 20 community service projects completed by students at the campus in the past academic year. Photo courtesy K-State Salina</figcaption>
 </figure>By JEREMY BOHN K-State SalinaStudents at&nbsp;the&nbsp;<a href="http://salina.ksu.edu/" target="_blank">Kansas State University Salina Aerospace and Technology Campus</a>&nbsp;were not only dedicated to their studies this past year but also spent countless hours giving back to the Salina community with a long list of volunteer efforts. At the beginning of the 2022-2023 school year, K-State Salina leadership challenged campus members to become more involved and push themselves to find community-service projects to give back. Many students at K-State Salina took that challenge to heart, and they led or participated in more than 20 community service projects over the academic year. While some projects were small, others took significant time to organize and find student volunteers to complete. Much of that organization came from K-State Salina's Student Governing Association,&nbsp;or SGA, and Charlie Kiehlbauch,&nbsp;sophomore in professional pilot,&nbsp;Fort Worth, Texas, who serves&nbsp;in&nbsp;the community service cabinet position on SGA. While Kiehlbauch&nbsp;participated&nbsp;in many of the outreach efforts, he spent even more time putting together opportunities for students to&nbsp;volunteer&nbsp;by becoming a liaison to the community. "I talked with SGA leadership, and we decided to create a position within the organization to spearhead our campus-led volunteer efforts,"&nbsp;said Kiehlbauch.&nbsp;"If someone in the community needed volunteers, they could reach out to me, and I helped organize the student body to give back and participate. I also wanted to focus on planning big events to make them even more impactful." Many of the efforts that Kiehlbauch&nbsp;organized&nbsp;revolved around the K-State Salina campus and helping fellow students. There were other efforts, however, that allowed the students to get involved in the community. These efforts&nbsp;included assisting students at Sunset Elementary School in Salina&nbsp;and the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.k-state.edu/media/newsreleases/2022-12/salina-giving-tree-project122122.html" target="_blank">Giving Tree</a>&nbsp;volunteer project, where students, faculty and staff at K-State Salina donated gifts to elementary students and their families. Another volunteer effort was STEM Night at&nbsp;Sunset Elementary School.&nbsp;Several&nbsp;of&nbsp;K-State Salina's student clubs&nbsp;visited the school to share more about K-State Salina with the students. Organizations that participated&nbsp;include the&nbsp;Flight Team, Women's Air Race Classic,&nbsp;Women in Aviation, the&nbsp;Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Club&nbsp;and&nbsp;the campus's Upward Bound&nbsp;program. Kiehlbauch said&nbsp;that the&nbsp;February&nbsp;event was a success. "Students came out and cooked some hot dogs and served popcorn with lemonade. We also had hands-on booths where students and their families could see and use some of our flight simulators, UAS equipment and more,"&nbsp;said&nbsp;Kiehlbauch.&nbsp;"The Sunset students got to go to the booths and learn about STEM education. Seeing all the cool things that our students get to use every day, I think, really excited and motivated the younger elementary students." Kiehlbauch wasn't the only one giving back at K-State Salina this past school year. Students from the campus's Alpha Eta Rho, an international co-ed aviation fraternity with more than 40 members on the campus, participated in six different&nbsp;service&nbsp;projects this past year. The projects ranged from helping first-year students move into the residence halls on campus in August to giving back to Salina businesses and organizations. Their tasks included volunteering at the Garage Automotive Museum and the Smoky Hill Museum&nbsp;street&nbsp;fair and&nbsp;parade. "This year, our fraternity members sat down and decided that we wanted to be a fixture in the Salina community more than ever," said&nbsp;Jack Valdez, senior in professional pilot,&nbsp;Olathe.&nbsp;"It was rewarding to get involved in the community this year and be a part of an organization that truly cares." Outside of giving back to the Salina community, these volunteer efforts also helped reinforce time management skills&nbsp;for&nbsp;K-State Salina students. Kiehlbauch&nbsp;said he&nbsp;recalls having to focus on&nbsp;these skills&nbsp;during&nbsp;the school year. On top of organizing numerous volunteer events, he is also a full-time student taking flight blocks and courses to become a pilot. Even with the long hours, Kiehlbauch said&nbsp;his experience from this past year was well worth the effort. With&nbsp;students successfully&nbsp;completing&nbsp;hundreds of hours&nbsp;of service work, the K-State Salina campus is expecting the list of projects to continue to grow into the next academic year. "We have found success in fostering a culture of giving back to our community," said Kyle Chamberlin, assistant dean of student life. "We want our students to feel a sense of ownership in finding and helping with these community service projects. With the sense of pride that has grown from this past year, we expect the number of hours and projects to continue to grow in the future."

K-State Salina students spend time giving back to local community

CHASE ALEXANDER NEWBERRY, 24, Manhattan, Rape; Sexual intercourse without consent and use of force; Aggravated criminal sodomy; With person/animal by force; Bond $50,000

CHRISTOPHER EVAN CUCHY, 30, Manhattan, Parole Violation; Remains confined to Riley County Jail

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;CHASE ALEXANDER NEWBERRY, 24, Manhattan, Rape; Sexual intercourse without consent and use of force; Aggravated criminal sodomy; With person/animal by force; Bond $50,000<figure>
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 </figure>CHRISTOPHER EVAN CUCHY, 30, Manhattan, Parole Violation; Remains confined to Riley County Jail

📷: Riley County Arrest Report May 25

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect for alleged sex crimes.

Just after 5p.m. Wednesday, police arrested 24-year-old Chase Newberry, 24, of Manhattan was on&nbsp; Riley County District Court warrant for rape and two counts of aggravated criminal sodomy, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

 This warrant stems from a March 23, 2022, rape in Manhattan involving a now 20-year-old female victim. 

Newberry remains confined in the Riley County Jail with a total bond of $50,000.&nbsp; &nbsp;Police released no additional details.

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect for alleged sex crimes.Just after 5p.m. Wednesday, police arrested 24-year-old Chase Newberry, 24, of Manhattan was on&nbsp; Riley County District Court warrant for rape and two counts of aggravated criminal sodomy, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. This warrant stems from a March 23, 2022, rape in Manhattan involving a now 20-year-old female victim. Newberry remains confined in the Riley County Jail with a total bond of $50,000.&nbsp; &nbsp;Police released no additional details.

Manhattan man held on $50K bond for alleged sex crimes

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post

MANHATTAN - On Wednesday afternoon, around 3:00 pm, officers with the Riley County Police Department were called to the apartment complex located at 300 N 5th Street in Manhattan after a body was found on the roof of the first floor building.

Officers were taken to the roof and located 45-year-old Rick Stradtner's body on the roof of the building underneath his fourth-floor apartment.

At this time, RCPD has no reason to believe anyone else was involved in Stradtner's death.

The investigation into his death is ongoing.

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - On Wednesday afternoon, around 3:00 pm, officers with the Riley County Police Department were called to the apartment complex located at 300 N 5th Street in Manhattan after a body was found on the roof of the first floor building.Officers were taken to the roof and located 45-year-old Rick Stradtner's body on the roof of the building underneath his fourth-floor apartment.At this time, RCPD has no reason to believe anyone else was involved in Stradtner's death.The investigation into his death is ongoing.

RCPD investigating 45yo MHK man's death 

MANHATTAN - From May 26 through August 13, 2023, Kansas residents with students in grades Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grades are eligible to access one free ticket per child to more than 100 Kansas attractions, museums, zoos or other venues as part of Sunflower Summer.

In Manhattan, residents can visit both the Flint Hills Discovery Center and the Sunset Zoo using the Sunflower Summer program.

Sunflower Summer is an educational program promoting learning and family engagement during the summer months.

"Sunset Zoo is excited along with the Flint Hills Discovery Center to offer a free visit to many who may not have been to either unique attraction here in Manhattan. Being a part of this program opens doors for visitors from all across Kansas to come see Manhattan and the surrounding communities. We are thankful to be a part of the program," said Scott Shoemaker, Sunset Zoo Director. “We are thrilled to be part of Sunflower Summer for the third year in a row,” said Susan Adams, Flint Hills Discovery Center Director.&nbsp;“With Sunset Zoo joining the program and so many more great attractions across the Flint Hills region, this is the perfect opportunity for all families to get out and explore what Kansas has to offer."

Midwest Dream Car Collection and the Tuttle Creek State Park in Manhattan, and the Oz Museum in Wamego are also participating in the Sunflower Showdown program.&nbsp;

To find the full list of participating venues, visit <a href="https://www.sunflowersummer.org/">SunflowerSummer.org</a>.

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post<figure>
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 </figure>MANHATTAN - From May 26 through August 13, 2023, Kansas residents with students in grades Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grades are eligible to access one free ticket per child to more than 100 Kansas attractions, museums, zoos or other venues as part of Sunflower Summer.In Manhattan, residents can visit both the Flint Hills Discovery Center and the Sunset Zoo using the Sunflower Summer program.Sunflower Summer is an educational program promoting learning and family engagement during the summer months."Sunset Zoo is excited along with the Flint Hills Discovery Center to offer a free visit to many who may not have been to either unique attraction here in Manhattan. Being a part of this program opens doors for visitors from all across Kansas to come see Manhattan and the surrounding communities. We are thankful to be a part of the program," said Scott Shoemaker, Sunset Zoo Director. “We are thrilled to be part of Sunflower Summer for the third year in a row,” said Susan Adams, Flint Hills Discovery Center Director.&nbsp;“With Sunset Zoo joining the program and so many more great attractions across the Flint Hills region, this is the perfect opportunity for all families to get out and explore what Kansas has to offer."Midwest Dream Car Collection and the Tuttle Creek State Park in Manhattan, and the Oz Museum in Wamego are also participating in the Sunflower Showdown program.&nbsp;To find the full list of participating venues, visit <a href="https://www.sunflowersummer.org/">SunflowerSummer.org</a>.

Sunflower Summer program opens May 26th

WILLIAM TYLER BENNER, 21, Ogden, Failure to appear x2; Bond $2,000

SABEN THOMAS WILLIAMS, 18, Manhattan, Violate protection order; Abuse order per KSA 63105, 63106, 63107; Bond $3,000

JOHNNY BRUCE CORKINS, 51, Manhattan,&nbsp;Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Criminal damage to property; Without consent value &lt;$1000; Aggravated domestic battery; choke in rude manner; family member/dating relationship; Disorderly conduct; Fighting words or noisy conduct to cause resentment; Criminal threat; Cause terror, evacuation or disruption; Bond $9,500; Released to custody of Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office

JOSEPH VERNON HODGES, 47, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Released to custody of Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office

JAMES CHARLES GOODRIDGE JR, 37, Junction City, Failure to appear; Arrested and released by Junction City Police Department on 05/15/2023

RICHARD CHARLES GOODRUM JR, 27, Junction City, Failure to appear; Arrested and released by Junction City Police Department on 05/13/2023

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;WILLIAM TYLER BENNER, 21, Ogden, Failure to appear x2; Bond $2,000SABEN THOMAS WILLIAMS, 18, Manhattan, Violate protection order; Abuse order per KSA 63105, 63106, 63107; Bond $3,000JOHNNY BRUCE CORKINS, 51, Manhattan,&nbsp;Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Criminal damage to property; Without consent value &lt;$1000; Aggravated domestic battery; choke in rude manner; family member/dating relationship; Disorderly conduct; Fighting words or noisy conduct to cause resentment; Criminal threat; Cause terror, evacuation or disruption; Bond $9,500; Released to custody of Pottawatomie County Sheriff's OfficeJOSEPH VERNON HODGES, 47, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Released to custody of Pottawatomie County Sheriff's OfficeJAMES CHARLES GOODRIDGE JR, 37, Junction City, Failure to appear; Arrested and released by Junction City Police Department on 05/15/2023RICHARD CHARLES GOODRUM JR, 27, Junction City, Failure to appear; Arrested and released by Junction City Police Department on 05/13/2023

Riley County Arrest Report May 24

Manhattan–&nbsp;Officials with the&nbsp;U.S. Department of Agriculture&nbsp;(USDA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)&nbsp;Science and Technology Directorate&nbsp;(S&amp;T) celebrated the dedication and ribbon-cutting of the&nbsp;National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility&nbsp;(NBAF) on Wednesday morning.

(click below to watch the ribbon cutting)

This is the first U.S. laboratory with biosafety level-4 containment capable of housing large livestock.&nbsp;

DHS S&amp;T and USDA have collaborated on the requirements for this next-generation science facility since 2006. DHS S&amp;T led NBAF’s design and construction, and USDA will own and operate the facility to protect the U.S. against transboundary and emerging animal diseases as well as zoonotic diseases capable of transferring from livestock to people.&nbsp;

The ceremony included remarks from many community, state and national leaders, including Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. &nbsp;

“This new, innovative facility will give USDA scientists access to cutting-edge, safe and secure technology so they can continue to lead the world in animal health research, training and diagnostics to protect our food supply, agricultural economy and public health,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “America’s farmers, ranchers and consumers count on our researchers and diagnosticians to understand, monitor for and develop solutions to combat a variety of high-consequence animal pathogens, and a facility of this magnitude positions us to respond.”&nbsp;

NBAF will replace DHS’ Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC), which is a biosafety level-3 facility in New York that is more than 68 years old. Manhattan, Kansas was selected as NBAF’s site in 2009. With more than 400 employees, USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) and Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) will share NBAF’s operational responsibilities. These two agencies currently conduct research, training and diagnostic programs alongside DHS scientists at PIADC. &nbsp;

As part of the dedication program, Dr. Simon Liu, USDA Agricultural Research Service Administrator, led a moderated conversation with Jenny Lester Moffitt, USDA Marketing and Regulatory Programs Under Secretary; Dr. Chavonda Jacobs-Young, USDA Chief Scientist and Under Secretary for Research, Education and Economics; and Julie Brewer, DHS S&amp;T Executive Director of Innovation &amp; Collaboration.&nbsp;

“NBAF is a strategic national asset that will help USDA stay proactive in leading efforts to protect public health and address new and emerging diseases,” said Jacobs-Young. “This new, modernized facility is a critical down payment in ensuring our country has the tools we need to keep the American people and our agricultural animals safe.”&nbsp;

The ceremony highlighted the state and local community's support. City of Manhattan Mayor Mark Hatesohl, Kansas State University President Dr. Richard Linton, Kansas Governor Laura Kelly, U.S. Senator Jerry Moran, and former U.S. Senator Pat Roberts gave remarks during the ceremony. &nbsp;

“NBAF’s Midwest location offers researchers and diagnosticians closer proximity to develop key partnerships with the animal health industry and several academic institutions,” said NBAF Director Dr. Alfonso Clavijo. “NBAF will create opportunities between scientists and animal health companies to enhance and expedite the transition of new veterinary countermeasures from research to market to protect the nation’s agriculture if needed.”&nbsp;

Adjacent to Kansas State University and on the Western edge of the largest concentration of animal health companies in the nation, the 48-acre NBAF campus includes more than 700,000 square feet of total building space. The main building, at 500,000 square feet, includes containment laboratories, animal holding facilities, office spaces, facility support areas and required safety systems — such as redundant HEPA air filtration and waste decontamination systems. &nbsp;

At NBAF, ARS will primarily focus on research to understand high-consequence and emerging animal diseases and develop countermeasures, such as vaccines and antivirals. APHIS will focus on prevention, surveillance, diagnosis and response to these diseases, including the expertise to manage two vaccine banks and train state and federal veterinarians to recognize livestock diseases.

<figure>
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 </figure>Manhattan–&nbsp;Officials with the&nbsp;U.S. Department of Agriculture&nbsp;(USDA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)&nbsp;Science and Technology Directorate&nbsp;(S&amp;T) celebrated the dedication and ribbon-cutting of the&nbsp;National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility&nbsp;(NBAF) on Wednesday morning.(click below to watch the ribbon cutting)<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Noz_CYtSvgI?start=197" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>This is the first U.S. laboratory with biosafety level-4 containment capable of housing large livestock.&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>DHS S&amp;T and USDA have collaborated on the requirements for this next-generation science facility since 2006. DHS S&amp;T led NBAF’s design and construction, and USDA will own and operate the facility to protect the U.S. against transboundary and emerging animal diseases as well as zoonotic diseases capable of transferring from livestock to people.&nbsp;<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Honored to see Sen. <a href="https://twitter.com/PatRoberts?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PatRoberts</a> &amp; former <a href="https://twitter.com/KState?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KState</a> Pres Wefald&#39;s vision come to life w/ the grand opening of the state-of-the-art NBAF facility in Manhattan, KS. Food security is national security. NBAF will lead the way in animal health &amp; protect the U.S. from food supply threats <a href="https://t.co/EjenyF2KSd">pic.twitter.com/EjenyF2KSd</a>&mdash; Dr. Roger Marshall (@RogerMarshallMD) <a href="https://twitter.com/RogerMarshallMD/status/1661429000466513926?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 24, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">This is a big day for Kansas: we cut the ribbon on the new National Bio and Agro-Defense facility <a href="https://twitter.com/KState?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KState</a>! This one-of-a-kind lab represents a giant step forward for our Ag industry and will put us on the frontlines of making the entire country safer and healthier. <a href="https://t.co/K4drL9KdCx">pic.twitter.com/K4drL9KdCx</a>&mdash; Governor Laura Kelly (@GovLauraKelly) <a href="https://twitter.com/GovLauraKelly/status/1661429695798292480?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 24, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The ceremony included remarks from many community, state and national leaders, including Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. &nbsp;“This new, innovative facility will give USDA scientists access to cutting-edge, safe and secure technology so they can continue to lead the world in animal health research, training and diagnostics to protect our food supply, agricultural economy and public health,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “America’s farmers, ranchers and consumers count on our researchers and diagnosticians to understand, monitor for and develop solutions to combat a variety of high-consequence animal pathogens, and a facility of this magnitude positions us to respond.”&nbsp;NBAF will replace DHS’ Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC), which is a biosafety level-3 facility in New York that is more than 68 years old. Manhattan, Kansas was selected as NBAF’s site in 2009. With more than 400 employees, USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) and Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) will share NBAF’s operational responsibilities. These two agencies currently conduct research, training and diagnostic programs alongside DHS scientists at PIADC. &nbsp;As part of the dedication program, Dr. Simon Liu, USDA Agricultural Research Service Administrator, led a moderated conversation with Jenny Lester Moffitt, USDA Marketing and Regulatory Programs Under Secretary; Dr. Chavonda Jacobs-Young, USDA Chief Scientist and Under Secretary for Research, Education and Economics; and Julie Brewer, DHS S&amp;T Executive Director of Innovation &amp; Collaboration.&nbsp;“NBAF is a strategic national asset that will help USDA stay proactive in leading efforts to protect public health and address new and emerging diseases,” said Jacobs-Young. “This new, modernized facility is a critical down payment in ensuring our country has the tools we need to keep the American people and our agricultural animals safe.”&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>The ceremony highlighted the state and local community's support. City of Manhattan Mayor Mark Hatesohl, Kansas State University President Dr. Richard Linton, Kansas Governor Laura Kelly, U.S. Senator Jerry Moran, and former U.S. Senator Pat Roberts gave remarks during the ceremony. &nbsp;“NBAF’s Midwest location offers researchers and diagnosticians closer proximity to develop key partnerships with the animal health industry and several academic institutions,” said NBAF Director Dr. Alfonso Clavijo. “NBAF will create opportunities between scientists and animal health companies to enhance and expedite the transition of new veterinary countermeasures from research to market to protect the nation’s agriculture if needed.”&nbsp;Adjacent to Kansas State University and on the Western edge of the largest concentration of animal health companies in the nation, the 48-acre NBAF campus includes more than 700,000 square feet of total building space. The main building, at 500,000 square feet, includes containment laboratories, animal holding facilities, office spaces, facility support areas and required safety systems — such as redundant HEPA air filtration and waste decontamination systems. &nbsp;At NBAF, ARS will primarily focus on research to understand high-consequence and emerging animal diseases and develop countermeasures, such as vaccines and antivirals. APHIS will focus on prevention, surveillance, diagnosis and response to these diseases, including the expertise to manage two vaccine banks and train state and federal veterinarians to recognize livestock diseases.

🎥 Ribbon cutting celebrates National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged vandalism in Manhattan.

Just after 10a.m. Tuesday, officers filed a report for criminal damage to property in the 800 block of Moro St. in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

 Aggietown Real Estate&nbsp; reported one of their properties was spray painted with the words "What is free?" on its vinyl siding. 

The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $2,000.&nbsp;Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rileycountypolice.org/287/Crime-Stoppers">Crime Stoppers</a>. Using Crime Stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged vandalism in Manhattan.Just after 10a.m. Tuesday, officers filed a report for criminal damage to property in the 800 block of Moro St. in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. Aggietown Real Estate&nbsp; reported one of their properties was spray painted with the words "What is free?" on its vinyl siding. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $2,000.&nbsp;Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rileycountypolice.org/287/Crime-Stoppers">Crime Stoppers</a>. Using Crime Stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

RCPD investigates spray paint vandalism at rental property

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged identity theft.

On Tuesday, officers filed a report for criminal use of a financial card in Manhattan. A 20-year-old woman reported she lost her bank card and it was later used by an unknown suspect to withdraw approximately $3,000 from her bank account. 

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

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged identity theft.On Tuesday, officers filed a report for criminal use of a financial card in Manhattan. A 20-year-old woman reported she lost her bank card and it was later used by an unknown suspect to withdraw approximately $3,000 from her bank account. Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rileycountypolice.org/287/Crime-Stoppers">Crime Stoppers</a>. Using Crime Stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

RCPD: Suspect withdrew $3,000 using lost financial card

RILEY COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just after 2:30p.m. Tuesday in Manhattan,

A 2006 Toyota Corolla driven by Alexa Bell, 20, of Manhattan was northbound on the exit ramp from N. Seth Child to Kimball, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

A bicyclist, William Kennedy, 80, of Manhattan switched lanes in front of the Toyota, This caused the car to hit the bicycle.

Kennedy was transported to Via Christi for treatment of shoulder, elbow, and hip injuries.

RILEY COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just after 2:30p.m. Tuesday in Manhattan,A 2006 Toyota Corolla driven by Alexa Bell, 20, of Manhattan was northbound on the exit ramp from N. Seth Child to Kimball, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.A bicyclist, William Kennedy, 80, of Manhattan switched lanes in front of the Toyota, This caused the car to hit the bicycle.Kennedy was transported to Via Christi for treatment of shoulder, elbow, and hip injuries.

Manhattan bicyclist hospitalized after struck by car

MANHATTAN - On Tuesday, May 23, the Cambridge Apartments north of Candlewood Shopping Center held a ribbon cutting with the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce.

Cambridge Apartment complex recently remodeled the clubhouse, fitness room and kitchenette, giving a much needed update to the facility.

Residents can contact the leasing office for more information on how to make use of the space.

By BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post<figure>
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 </figure>MANHATTAN - On Tuesday, May 23, the Cambridge Apartments north of Candlewood Shopping Center held a ribbon cutting with the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce.<div><div style="position:relative;overflow:hidden;padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/Ybwri7bt-60zMcgvZ.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="Ribbon Cutting Cambridge Square" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div>Cambridge Apartment complex recently remodeled the clubhouse, fitness room and kitchenette, giving a much needed update to the facility.Residents can contact the leasing office for more information on how to make use of the space.

Cambridge Square celebrates remodeled clubhouse with ribbon cutting

MANHATTAN— The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has announced that the Kansas Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (KSFMNP) is increasing the value of coupons for low-income seniors from $35 to $50 this year. 

The coupons are given out on a first-come, first-serve basis. Seniors can apply at the County Agency on Aging between Thursday, June 1 and Friday, September 15, 2023, or until benefits are gone.

Eligible foods to purchase with the KSFMNP coupons from authorized farmers at participating farmers markets are defined as fresh, nutritious, unprepared, locally grown fruits, vegetables, locally produced honey and cut herbs produced in Kansas under normal growing conditions.

The coupons can only be used at vendors that accept those vouchers.

The coupons will be sent at once and available in $5 increments. Seniors are eligible if they complete an application and are 60 years or older or at least 55 years old and a member of an Indian Tribal Organization. Eligible seniors must also have an annual gross household income (before taxes are withheld) at or below 185% of the federal poverty level.&nbsp;

"Each vendor in the program has a sign that will say that they accept senior nutrition vouchers," Faidley said. "The customer will have to sign the bottom of the check. It's just like a normal check. You don't have to make it out to anybody. They are government issued checks. The vendor handles the cashing process of it."

Not all the same vendors will be taking checks.

"We'll have it listed on our Facebook page," Faidley said. "I don't know how they are doing that process this year. They've completely changed it."

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 </figure>MANHATTAN— The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has announced that the Kansas Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (KSFMNP) is increasing the value of coupons for low-income seniors from $35 to $50 this year. The coupons are given out on a first-come, first-serve basis. Seniors can apply at the County Agency on Aging between Thursday, June 1 and Friday, September 15, 2023, or until benefits are gone.Eligible foods to purchase with the KSFMNP coupons from authorized farmers at participating farmers markets are defined as fresh, nutritious, unprepared, locally grown fruits, vegetables, locally produced honey and cut herbs produced in Kansas under normal growing conditions.The coupons can only be used at vendors that accept those vouchers.The coupons will be sent at once and available in $5 increments. Seniors are eligible if they complete an application and are 60 years or older or at least 55 years old and a member of an Indian Tribal Organization. Eligible seniors must also have an annual gross household income (before taxes are withheld) at or below 185% of the federal poverty level.&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>"Each vendor in the program has a sign that will say that they accept senior nutrition vouchers," Faidley said. "The customer will have to sign the bottom of the check. It's just like a normal check. You don't have to make it out to anybody. They are government issued checks. The vendor handles the cashing process of it."Not all the same vendors will be taking checks."We'll have it listed on our Facebook page," Faidley said. "I don't know how they are doing that process this year. They've completely changed it."

State farmers market program for seniors increases benefits

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Creighton University economist Ernie Goss is still a believer that the United States will not default on its debt, even as that cliff gets closer by the day.

"It's going to get done, but there's going to be a lot of volatility while it does get done," Goss said. "In other words, the stock market up and down, depending on whether there's an agreement or not an agreement. Of course, in the meantime, what we saw the last time this happened, that would be in 2011, we saw gold prices rise significantly as individuals sought safe havens for their funds. They just didn't want to be in corporate bonds, for example, that's a risky place to be right now."

<a href="https://home.treasury.gov/system/files/136/Debt-Limit-Letter-to-Congress-Members-20230522-McCarthy.pdf">In a Monday letter, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen told House Speaker Kevin McCarthy</a> that it is 'highly likely' that the country could run out of ability to pay its bills in early June, possibly as early as June 1. Goss said the debt has grown by about $53,000 per individual since the pandemic.

"That's putting real pressure on the individual," Goss said. "We've handed off the debt to our children, our grandchildren, now our great-grandchildren. It's time we faced up to it. Now, we've reached the ceiling, now the question is what will happen on the first week of June? We'll have to wait and see, but I think it will be settled, but at a cost."

Yellen wrote that the cost of this brinksmanship can "cause serious harm to business and consumer confidence, raise short-term borrowing costs for taxpayers and negatively impact the credit rating of the United States."

The problem with only raising the debt ceiling by a trillion dollars or a little more is that the can won't be kicked very far down the road.

"We'll have to face this again next year," Goss said. "That's one of the proposals in the Republicans plan is you have to face up to the debt ceiling next year, that's, of course an election year. Neither the Republicans or the Democrats want to do that, but that's in there. On the positive side, this brings sensitivity to the voters, the individuals, the workers, to the debt problem."

The House is only supposed to be in session until Thursday and then Representatives would go home to their districts for the Memorial Day holiday.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Creighton University economist Ernie Goss is still a believer that the United States will not default on its debt, even as that cliff gets closer by the day."It's going to get done, but there's going to be a lot of volatility while it does get done," Goss said. "In other words, the stock market up and down, depending on whether there's an agreement or not an agreement. Of course, in the meantime, what we saw the last time this happened, that would be in 2011, we saw gold prices rise significantly as individuals sought safe havens for their funds. They just didn't want to be in corporate bonds, for example, that's a risky place to be right now."<a href="https://home.treasury.gov/system/files/136/Debt-Limit-Letter-to-Congress-Members-20230522-McCarthy.pdf">In a Monday letter, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen told House Speaker Kevin McCarthy</a> that it is 'highly likely' that the country could run out of ability to pay its bills in early June, possibly as early as June 1. Goss said the debt has grown by about $53,000 per individual since the pandemic."That's putting real pressure on the individual," Goss said. "We've handed off the debt to our children, our grandchildren, now our great-grandchildren. It's time we faced up to it. Now, we've reached the ceiling, now the question is what will happen on the first week of June? We'll have to wait and see, but I think it will be settled, but at a cost."Yellen wrote that the cost of this brinksmanship can "cause serious harm to business and consumer confidence, raise short-term borrowing costs for taxpayers and negatively impact the credit rating of the United States."The problem with only raising the debt ceiling by a trillion dollars or a little more is that the can won't be kicked very far down the road."We'll have to face this again next year," Goss said. "That's one of the proposals in the Republicans plan is you have to face up to the debt ceiling next year, that's, of course an election year. Neither the Republicans or the Democrats want to do that, but that's in there. On the positive side, this brings sensitivity to the voters, the individuals, the workers, to the debt problem."The House is only supposed to be in session until Thursday and then Representatives would go home to their districts for the Memorial Day holiday.<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;

Goss: A lot of volatility until debt ceiling is done

By Samantha Pryor, Communications Director

Abilene, Kan.- The annual Symphony at Sunset D-Day Commemoration Concert will be held June 3, 2023, on the grounds of the <a href="https://www.eisenhowerlibrary.gov/">Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum</a> in Abilene, Kan. This outdoor event will feature live music from the Salina Symphony, the <a href="https://home.army.mil/riley/index.php/tenants/1st-ID/1st-inf-div-headquarters-and-headquarters-battalion/1st-infantry-division-band">Fort Riley 1st Infantry Division Band</a>, and local band Everyday Lights.

Free entry into the museum will begin at 10 a.m., food vendors and educational activities will begin at 4 p.m., and music will start at 5:30 p.m. The second-annual Thank a World War II Veteran reception will start at 5 p.m. in the Visitors Center.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.1id.army.mil/About-Us/Units/1st-Infantry-Division-Artillery-DIVARTY/Commanding-Generals-Mounted-Color-Guard-CGMCG/">The Commanding General's Mounted Color Guard </a>will perform their cavalry tactics demonstrations at 6:30 and 8 p.m.

This free event is open to all ages and pays tribute to the Greatest Generation and their sacrifices during World War II. Seating is not provided, so please bring your lawn chairs and blankets.

Symphony at Sunset is generously sponsored by the Community Foundation of Dickinson County, Marshall Motors, Friends of the Eisenhower Foundation, Kansas Gas Service, and Vyve Broadband.&nbsp;



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 </figure>By Samantha Pryor, Communications DirectorAbilene, Kan.- The annual Symphony at Sunset D-Day Commemoration Concert will be held June 3, 2023, on the grounds of the <a href="https://www.eisenhowerlibrary.gov/">Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum</a> in Abilene, Kan. This outdoor event will feature live music from the Salina Symphony, the <a href="https://home.army.mil/riley/index.php/tenants/1st-ID/1st-inf-div-headquarters-and-headquarters-battalion/1st-infantry-division-band">Fort Riley 1st Infantry Division Band</a>, and local band Everyday Lights. Free entry into the museum will begin at 10 a.m., food vendors and educational activities will begin at 4 p.m., and music will start at 5:30 p.m. The second-annual Thank a World War II Veteran reception will start at 5 p.m. in the Visitors Center.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.1id.army.mil/About-Us/Units/1st-Infantry-Division-Artillery-DIVARTY/Commanding-Generals-Mounted-Color-Guard-CGMCG/">The Commanding General's Mounted Color Guard </a>will perform their cavalry tactics demonstrations at 6:30 and 8 p.m. This free event is open to all ages and pays tribute to the Greatest Generation and their sacrifices during World War II. Seating is not provided, so please bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Symphony at Sunset is generously sponsored by the Community Foundation of Dickinson County, Marshall Motors, Friends of the Eisenhower Foundation, Kansas Gas Service, and Vyve Broadband.&nbsp;

Symphony at Sunset Annual D-Day Commemoration Concert set for Saturday, June 3.

POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating phone scam in Pottawatomie County.

On Monday evening, a citizen filed a fraud report that included a thief who spoofed the incoming caller ID to the victim using Wamego Police Department's main number (785) 456-9553 and identified himself as a Wamego police officer.

As the Wamego Police department reminded the public, "an officer will never ask for payment over the telephone. If someone calls and claims to be a police officer, ask to meet them at the police department if you are unsure of their identity."

POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating phone scam in Pottawatomie County.On Monday evening, a citizen filed a fraud report that included a thief who spoofed the incoming caller ID to the victim using Wamego Police Department's main number (785) 456-9553 and identified himself as a Wamego police officer.As the Wamego Police department reminded the public, "an officer will never ask for payment over the telephone. If someone calls and claims to be a police officer, ask to meet them at the police department if you are unsure of their identity."

Scammer 'spoofed' Wamego police phone number

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged fraud.

Just after 12:30a.m. Tuesday, police arrested 30-year-old Joseph Eustice of Junction City on a Riley County District Court warrant for two counts of forgery and one count of theft, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

The warrant stems from a January 12, 2023, report that Eustice fraudulently charged Appletech Design and Construction for gas worth approximately $1,000. 

Eustice was issued a total bond of $13,000 and is no longer confined at the time of this report.

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged fraud.Just after 12:30a.m. Tuesday, police arrested 30-year-old Joseph Eustice of Junction City on a Riley County District Court warrant for two counts of forgery and one count of theft, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.The warrant stems from a January 12, 2023, report that Eustice fraudulently charged Appletech Design and Construction for gas worth approximately $1,000. Eustice was issued a total bond of $13,000 and is no longer confined at the time of this report.

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