The Kansas Highway Patrol will join other Kansas law enforcement agencies in partnership with the Seat Belts are For Everyone (SAFE) program for a two-week seat belt enforcement Monday to March 5.&nbsp;

Troopers will focus on drivers and passengers in and around elementary and middle schools.

SAFE is a locally sustained program administered by the students at the high school they attend. The focus is on reducing deaths and injuries on Kansas roadways. Currently in Kansas, 117 high schools from 57 counties participate in the SAFE program.

According to the 2019 Kansas observational seatbelt survey, children are much more likely to be buckled up if the driver is wearing their seatbelt. If the driver is buckled, about 97% of the children are restrained. If the driver is not buckled, only about 30% of the observed children were buckled. We want adults to model good driving behaviors for children.

“The KHP will be working with local law enforcement partners in an aggressive education and enforcement campaign focused on the importance of seat belt usage,” said Colonel Herman T. Jones, Superintendent of the Kansas Highway Patrol. “Seatbelts have been proven to save lives and prevent injuries. It is our goal to make sure all citizens of Kansas buckle up in all seating positions.”

Troopers will be extra vigilant when patrolling around schools. For more than 20 years, law enforcement officers have educated and warned drivers and passengers about the importance of using seat belts while in their vehicles.

For the latest data and to see more about Kansas safety belt laws, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ktsro.org/child-passenger-safety" target="_blank">www.ktsro.org</a>.

READ: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/ff809b30-e1d3-4b1a-bbfa-17658dd8d16e">SPD to conduct enforcement campaign near high schools</a>

READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/9f4eabdc-9527-466c-aaa8-d551a9a980ac">Sheriff's office to begin teen traffic safety campaign Monday</a>

The Kansas Highway Patrol will join other Kansas law enforcement agencies in partnership with the Seat Belts are For Everyone (SAFE) program for a two-week seat belt enforcement Monday to March 5.&nbsp;Troopers will focus on drivers and passengers in and around elementary and middle schools.SAFE is a locally sustained program administered by the students at the high school they attend. The focus is on reducing deaths and injuries on Kansas roadways. Currently in Kansas, 117 high schools from 57 counties participate in the SAFE program.According to the 2019 Kansas observational seatbelt survey, children are much more likely to be buckled up if the driver is wearing their seatbelt. If the driver is buckled, about 97% of the children are restrained. If the driver is not buckled, only about 30% of the observed children were buckled. We want adults to model good driving behaviors for children.“The KHP will be working with local law enforcement partners in an aggressive education and enforcement campaign focused on the importance of seat belt usage,” said Colonel Herman T. Jones, Superintendent of the Kansas Highway Patrol. “Seatbelts have been proven to save lives and prevent injuries. It is our goal to make sure all citizens of Kansas buckle up in all seating positions.”Troopers will be extra vigilant when patrolling around schools. For more than 20 years, law enforcement officers have educated and warned drivers and passengers about the importance of using seat belts while in their vehicles.For the latest data and to see more about Kansas safety belt laws, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ktsro.org/child-passenger-safety" target="_blank">www.ktsro.org</a>.READ: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/ff809b30-e1d3-4b1a-bbfa-17658dd8d16e">SPD to conduct enforcement campaign near high schools</a>READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/9f4eabdc-9527-466c-aaa8-d551a9a980ac">Sheriff's office to begin teen traffic safety campaign Monday</a>

KHP joins in safety enforcement near schools

Tuttle Creek Reservoir is currently releasing 180-200 cubic feet of water per second and 1.7% into the flood pool with 600 cfs inflow.&nbsp;&nbsp;

According to the Corps of Engineers Tuttle Creek staff cleared the debris that was blocking the Rocky Ford gate to allow the low flows. The stilling basin construction is ongoing and continues to require reduced releases until at least mid-March. The Corps said some opportunity may exist to release over 200 cfs, but some level of restriction will continue until this phase of construction is complete.

Tuttle Creek Reservoir is currently releasing 180-200 cubic feet of water per second and 1.7% into the flood pool with 600 cfs inflow.&nbsp;&nbsp;According to the Corps of Engineers Tuttle Creek staff cleared the debris that was blocking the Rocky Ford gate to allow the low flows. The stilling basin construction is ongoing and continues to require reduced releases until at least mid-March. The Corps said some opportunity may exist to release over 200 cfs, but some level of restriction will continue until this phase of construction is complete.

Tuttle Creek Lake basin conditions are reviewed by the Corps

Neil Horton was selected 2020 Lud Fiser Citizen of the Year during Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Meeting at Manhattan Conference Center, Feb. 19.

The Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year award is named in honor of long-tenured former Manhattan Chamber president Lud Fiser, who served from 1948 to 1975 and was responsible for such community developments as CiCo Park and Manhattan Industrial Park.

In announcing the award, Neil was recognized for a number of initiatives over the past year including service on the Business Advocacy Committee, GMEP Advisory Board and Economic Development Committee. In that capacity, Horton served as the chair of the Advance MHK initiative that helped secure the necessary support to pass the City of Manhattan economic development sales tax in November.

Neil is the 52nd&nbsp;recipient of the Lud Fiser Citizen of the Year award.

Jeff Sackrider was recognized as the 2020 Young Professional the Year during Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Meeting at Manhattan Conference Center on Friday.&nbsp;

Sackrider is the first recipient of the Young Professional of the Year award. He has been an engaged member of the Greater Manhattan Community for more than 20 years through his work with WTC, as well as extensive community service and leadership. In his role as Customer Sales Consultant in WTC’s Manhattan office he actively purses new sales opportunities, assists current clients, and represents WTC at Manhattan Chamber and other community events. In WTC’s short time in the Manhattan market, Jeff has been a part of a team effort resulting in more than 800 new business clients to their newly constructed fiber optic network.

Lucy Williams was recognized as the 2020 C. Clyde Jones Volunteer of the Year during Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Meeting at Manhattan Conference Center, Feb. 19.

In addition to numerous volunteer activities both in the community and at the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce, it has been her long service to the Chamber’s Business Advocacy Committee — and its predecessor, the Public Affairs Committee — that is the basis for this selection,&nbsp;according to 2020 MACC Chair Larie Schoap. Lucy Williams has been instrumental in helping to shape the Chamber’s public policies&nbsp;for a number of years,&nbsp;Schoap added.

The Chamber’s volunteer of the year award honors C. Clyde Jones, a 60-year Manhattan resident who served as first dean of Kansas State University’s College of Business. Jones has a long-running record of community service activity in Manhattan, to include Shepherd’s Crossing.

Williams is the 32nd recipient of the C. Clyde Jones Volunteer of the Year award.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/2/1613795250673.jpeg" alt="Neil Horton" />
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 </figure>Neil Horton was selected 2020 Lud Fiser Citizen of the Year during Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Meeting at Manhattan Conference Center, Feb. 19.The Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year award is named in honor of long-tenured former Manhattan Chamber president Lud Fiser, who served from 1948 to 1975 and was responsible for such community developments as CiCo Park and Manhattan Industrial Park.In announcing the award, Neil was recognized for a number of initiatives over the past year including service on the Business Advocacy Committee, GMEP Advisory Board and Economic Development Committee. In that capacity, Horton served as the chair of the Advance MHK initiative that helped secure the necessary support to pass the City of Manhattan economic development sales tax in November.Neil is the 52nd&nbsp;recipient of the Lud Fiser Citizen of the Year award.---<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/2/1613794880578.png" alt="Jeff Sackrider" />
 <figcaption>Jeff Sackrider</figcaption>
 </figure>Jeff Sackrider was recognized as the 2020 Young Professional the Year during Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Meeting at Manhattan Conference Center on Friday.&nbsp;Sackrider is the first recipient of the Young Professional of the Year award. He has been an engaged member of the Greater Manhattan Community for more than 20 years through his work with WTC, as well as extensive community service and leadership. In his role as Customer Sales Consultant in WTC’s Manhattan office he actively purses new sales opportunities, assists current clients, and represents WTC at Manhattan Chamber and other community events. In WTC’s short time in the Manhattan market, Jeff has been a part of a team effort resulting in more than 800 new business clients to their newly constructed fiber optic network.---<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/2/1613795037052.jpeg" alt="Lucy Williams" />
 <figcaption>Lucy Williams</figcaption>
 </figure>Lucy Williams was recognized as the 2020 C. Clyde Jones Volunteer of the Year during Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Meeting at Manhattan Conference Center, Feb. 19.In addition to numerous volunteer activities both in the community and at the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce, it has been her long service to the Chamber’s Business Advocacy Committee — and its predecessor, the Public Affairs Committee — that is the basis for this selection,&nbsp;according to 2020 MACC Chair Larie Schoap. Lucy Williams has been instrumental in helping to shape the Chamber’s public policies&nbsp;for a number of years,&nbsp;Schoap added.The Chamber’s volunteer of the year award honors C. Clyde Jones, a 60-year Manhattan resident who served as first dean of Kansas State University’s College of Business. Jones has a long-running record of community service activity in Manhattan, to include Shepherd’s Crossing.Williams is the 32nd recipient of the C. Clyde Jones Volunteer of the Year award.&nbsp;

Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce presents annual awards

ABILENE -- Take a journey with Mary Jean Eisenhower into Mamie's World as she introduces us to her grandmother.

Through personal stories and photos, we  get to know Mamie Eisenhower as a young girl, wife, mother, grandmother...and most importantly as a good friend.

A part of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library's Evenings at Ease series, Mamie's World was recorded on Feb. 9.

Mary Jean Eisenhower is the President of People to People International, which was founded Sept. 11, 1956, by President Eisenhower. She is the recipient of numerous humanitarian awards and honorary doctorates. Mary Jean Eisenhower currently serves on the Eisenhower Foundation Board of Directors.

The 2021 Evenings at Ease series is made possible courtesy of the Eisenhower Foundation with generous support from the Jeffcoat Foundation.

ABILENE -- Take a journey with Mary Jean Eisenhower into Mamie's World as she introduces us to her grandmother. Through personal stories and photos, we get to know Mamie Eisenhower as a young girl, wife, mother, grandmother...and most importantly as a good friend.A part of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library's Evenings at Ease series, Mamie's World was recorded on Feb. 9.Mary Jean Eisenhower is the President of People to People International, which was founded Sept. 11, 1956, by President Eisenhower. She is the recipient of numerous humanitarian awards and honorary doctorates. Mary Jean Eisenhower currently serves on the Eisenhower Foundation Board of Directors.The 2021 Evenings at Ease series is made possible courtesy of the Eisenhower Foundation with generous support from the Jeffcoat Foundation.<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/LgLcdv1koB4" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>

🎥Explore 'Mamie's World' with Mary Jean Eisenhower

Clay Center Area Chamber of Commerce Director Shannon Stark talks with Brett Hubka, GNBank Community Bank President about A Mural Movement in Clay Center. Learn about all the new murals that now grace several downtown buildings, and find out where the next mural will be going.

Made possible by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Glavanfordofclaycenter/?__cft__[0]=AZVTfuUEsTPxHdvnNFeq2tAmJWhNsNNgonfb8x3c2Z1r43Atnti9ikxZFDFOEloH14LFrsZXtSPxVvRk8k4YKfXejMXpe5w4j7cPRHjDnX-13gU74tembJkiv-2OV3w7D9NPYDcBT-_0Jo4dZyFek3Lc-_km_KOBiTV_HNWMSQDTsrAjs_9cveBrserAwVoptdg&amp;__tn__=kK-R" target="_blank">Glavan Ford of Clay Center</a> and GNBank in Clay Center.

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 </figure>Clay Center Area Chamber of Commerce Director Shannon Stark talks with Brett Hubka, GNBank Community Bank President about A Mural Movement in Clay Center. Learn about all the new murals that now grace several downtown buildings, and find out where the next mural will be going.Made possible by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Glavanfordofclaycenter/?__cft__[0]=AZVTfuUEsTPxHdvnNFeq2tAmJWhNsNNgonfb8x3c2Z1r43Atnti9ikxZFDFOEloH14LFrsZXtSPxVvRk8k4YKfXejMXpe5w4j7cPRHjDnX-13gU74tembJkiv-2OV3w7D9NPYDcBT-_0Jo4dZyFek3Lc-_km_KOBiTV_HNWMSQDTsrAjs_9cveBrserAwVoptdg&amp;__tn__=kK-R" target="_blank">Glavan Ford of Clay Center</a> and GNBank in Clay Center.

🎥 Clay Center Now, February 2021

MANHATTAN—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a series of alleged rapes that have occurred in Ogden, Kansas from 2004-2012 and have made an arrest.

On November 11, 2020, officers filed a report for several past rape and aggravated criminal sodomy offenses in Ogden, listing a now 21-year-old female as the victim and a now 46-year-old male known to her as the suspect, according to Riley County Police Department spokesperson Aaron Wintermote.

On Friday afternoon, police arrested 46-year-old Michael James Tschantz at the Naples Texas Police Department on a Riley County District Court warrant for five counts of rape of a child under 14 years of age.

Tschantz is currently confined in the Morris County, Texas Jail on a $600,000 bond pending extradition to the Riley County Jail.

This is an active and ongoing investigation; we are asking anyone who has further information about Tschantz to please contact RCPD Detective Brian Johnson at (785) 473-2323 or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:bjohnson@rileycountypolice.org" target="_blank">bjohnson@rileycountypolice.org</a>, or your local police department.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/2/1614007991931.png" alt="Tschantz photo Morris Co. Sheriff" />
 <figcaption>Tschantz photo Morris Co. Sheriff</figcaption>
 </figure>MANHATTAN—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a series of alleged rapes that have occurred in Ogden, Kansas from 2004-2012 and have made an arrest.On November 11, 2020, officers filed a report for several past rape and aggravated criminal sodomy offenses in Ogden, listing a now 21-year-old female as the victim and a now 46-year-old male known to her as the suspect, according to Riley County Police Department spokesperson Aaron Wintermote.On Friday afternoon, police arrested 46-year-old Michael James Tschantz at the Naples Texas Police Department on a Riley County District Court warrant for five counts of rape of a child under 14 years of age.Tschantz is currently confined in the Morris County, Texas Jail on a $600,000 bond pending extradition to the Riley County Jail.This is an active and ongoing investigation; we are asking anyone who has further information about Tschantz to please contact RCPD Detective Brian Johnson at (785) 473-2323 or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:bjohnson@rileycountypolice.org" target="_blank">bjohnson@rileycountypolice.org</a>, or your local police department.

RCPD: Suspect arrested for series of child rapes in Riley County

&nbsp;One additional COVID-positive patient has died in Riley County. The Health Department confirmed that the patient was a 76-year-old woman. She tested positive for COVID on February 3 and passed away on Wednesday, February 17, at Via Christi Hospital. Her passing brings the total number of COVID-related deaths in the county to 33.&nbsp;

Riley County has identified ten new positive coronavirus cases and four additional recoveries since the last report on February 17, 2021.&nbsp;

Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan is caring for two&nbsp; positive patients who are in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).&nbsp;

&nbsp;One additional COVID-positive patient has died in Riley County. The Health Department confirmed that the patient was a 76-year-old woman. She tested positive for COVID on February 3 and passed away on Wednesday, February 17, at Via Christi Hospital. Her passing brings the total number of COVID-related deaths in the county to 33.&nbsp;Riley County has identified ten new positive coronavirus cases and four additional recoveries since the last report on February 17, 2021.&nbsp;Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan is caring for two&nbsp; positive patients who are in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).&nbsp;

Riley County health confirms one additional COVID-19 dedath

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.

PAYTON ALAN FROESE. 20, Manhattan,&nbsp;Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

DAKOTA DANIEL GRIFFEE, 19, Belvue,&nbsp;Theft of property/services; Firearm with value less than $25,000; All Other Larceny and&nbsp;Burglary; Vehicle to commit felony, theft or sexually motivated crime; Bond $25,000

EDGAR MAX PITTMAN, 66, Manhattan,&nbsp;Domestic battery; Knowing rude physical contact w/ family member or dating relationship; Bond $1000

THOMAS BRYAN FARRELL, 51, St. Marys, Failure to Appear; Bond $12,000

KOBI WAYNE HEITH SCROGGIN, 20, Probation Violation; Bond $1000

JEREMY J RICHMOND, 29, Failure to Appear(4x); Bond $15,000

JORDAN DOMINIC ZIMMERMAN, 23, Manhattan, Failure to Appear; Bond $5000

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 <figcaption>Thomas Farrell has previous convictions for aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer, driving while habitual violator, reckless driving, operation of an unregistered vehicle and obstruction, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections</figcaption>
 </figure>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.PAYTON ALAN FROESE. 20, Manhattan,&nbsp;Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750DAKOTA DANIEL GRIFFEE, 19, Belvue,&nbsp;Theft of property/services; Firearm with value less than $25,000; All Other Larceny and&nbsp;Burglary; Vehicle to commit felony, theft or sexually motivated crime; Bond $25,000EDGAR MAX PITTMAN, 66, Manhattan,&nbsp;Domestic battery; Knowing rude physical contact w/ family member or dating relationship; Bond $1000THOMAS BRYAN FARRELL, 51, St. Marys, Failure to Appear; Bond $12,000KOBI WAYNE HEITH SCROGGIN, 20, Probation Violation; Bond $1000JEREMY J RICHMOND, 29, Failure to Appear(4x); Bond $15,000JORDAN DOMINIC ZIMMERMAN, 23, Manhattan, Failure to Appear; Bond $5000

Riley Co. Arrest Report Friday February 19

USD 383 has announced via social media that Erin Lopez will be the principal of the new Oliver Brown Elementary School. Lopez is currently an MTSS Coordinator with USD 383.

The school will be located at 8747 Jackies Way in Manhattan.

USD 383 has announced via social media that Erin Lopez will be the principal of the new Oliver Brown Elementary School. Lopez is currently an MTSS Coordinator with USD 383.The school will be located at 8747 Jackies Way in Manhattan.<figure>
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USD 383 announces the principal for Oliver Brown Elementary School

You can sign up for National Weather Service online spotter training classes! The first class will be held next Tuesday evening, February 23, with six others scheduled through late March. 

For a list of class dates and to sign up, please visit this link. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/kswx?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZUmi-oT5n7x9fhETzttEJD87kN78V52jqC3OSMWXTLHAXFNBZasNTCM_9ab0TrTMRKHjvgjVCwLfN_b7peAvd9MWtklb6bMSsew8RByTEKWcWGeuavQhUHNaxXXuyd-ddohFT-e1V53nk8S9EAj30Lk84WQHgUcwU9rEW3L5JNaZw&amp;__tn__=*NK-y-R">#kswx</a><a href="https://www.weather.gov/top/spottertalks?fbclid=IwAR0OTiqch4xDDI9Z_JbOAV2YGY42p8ks8PfaipHU6HnTKBOnbowOijnWv8c" target="_blank">https://www.weather.gov/top/spottertalks</a>

You can sign up for National Weather Service online spotter training classes! The first class will be held next Tuesday evening, February 23, with six others scheduled through late March. For a list of class dates and to sign up, please visit this link. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/kswx?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZUmi-oT5n7x9fhETzttEJD87kN78V52jqC3OSMWXTLHAXFNBZasNTCM_9ab0TrTMRKHjvgjVCwLfN_b7peAvd9MWtklb6bMSsew8RByTEKWcWGeuavQhUHNaxXXuyd-ddohFT-e1V53nk8S9EAj30Lk84WQHgUcwU9rEW3L5JNaZw&amp;__tn__=*NK-y-R">#kswx</a><a href="https://www.weather.gov/top/spottertalks?fbclid=IwAR0OTiqch4xDDI9Z_JbOAV2YGY42p8ks8PfaipHU6HnTKBOnbowOijnWv8c" target="_blank">https://www.weather.gov/top/spottertalks</a>

Spotter training classes are scheduled

Evergy said Thursday that they have resumed normal operations after severe weather created stress on the regional power grid for most of the week and the company was asked to implement controlled, temporary emergency electricity reductions Monday and Tuesday. The Southwest Power Pool has returned to “Conservative Operations,” which means customer requests for conservation are no longer needed. Evergy continues to take cold-weather precautions in its operations, as it does throughout the winter months.

Evergy thanked their customers for their patience and support during this unprecedented extreme weather event. Together, they accomplished the overall goal of stabilizing the regional power grid and avoided broader, longer outages for customers.&nbsp;

Evergy said Thursday that they have resumed normal operations after severe weather created stress on the regional power grid for most of the week and the company was asked to implement controlled, temporary emergency electricity reductions Monday and Tuesday. The Southwest Power Pool has returned to “Conservative Operations,” which means customer requests for conservation are no longer needed. Evergy continues to take cold-weather precautions in its operations, as it does throughout the winter months.Evergy thanked their customers for their patience and support during this unprecedented extreme weather event. Together, they accomplished the overall goal of stabilizing the regional power grid and avoided broader, longer outages for customers.&nbsp;

Evergy resumes normal operations

Department of Defense is providing vaccination support in the United States. Major General D.A. Sims confirmed that Fort Riley has been asked to do part of that. "Later this week we will deploy a vaccination support team coming from Second Brigade that will deploy here in the United States to assist in providing increased numbers of vaccinations in a particular part of the country."

Sims added that this involves about 150 people and could go a little larger over time. He noted that this is one of those things in our country where they're able to make a big differencre.

Department of Defense is providing vaccination support in the United States. Major General D.A. Sims confirmed that Fort Riley has been asked to do part of that. "Later this week we will deploy a vaccination support team coming from Second Brigade that will deploy here in the United States to assist in providing increased numbers of vaccinations in a particular part of the country."Sims added that this involves about 150 people and could go a little larger over time. He noted that this is one of those things in our country where they're able to make a big differencre.

Fort Riley contingent of troops will help with COVID-19 vaccination support

KADEN WILLIAM CRAWLEY HENRY, 14, Manhattan,&nbsp;Interference with LEO; Conceal/alter/destroy evidence in felony case; Juvenile

MICAH PURDY, 20, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 300 BLK RILEY AVE IN OGDEN FOR SPEEDING (7-33) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 3:33 PM.

QUEEN ROSS, 35, OF FT RILEY, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 300 BLK RILEY AVE IN OGDEN FOR SPEEDING (7-33) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 3:50 PM.

MONTELL BRANCH, 26, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 2100 BLK COLLEGE AVE IN MANHATTAN FOR POSSESS DRUG PARAPHERNALIA (22-92) FOR WHEN LIGHTED LAMPS REQUIRED (17-144) AND FOR POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (22-91) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 8:29 PM.

CAMERON EDWARDS, 29, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 700 BLK N 12TH ST IN MANHATTAN FOR TOO FAST FOR CONDITIONS (7-32) ON FEBRUARY 14, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 5:25 PM.

MARK IRWIN, 37, OF GREAT BEND, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 600 BLK S SETH CHILD RD; FRONTAGE RD IN MANHATTAN FOR DISOBEY TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICE (4-12) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 3:35 PM.

JACKEE JOHNSON VASSAR, 32, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 1000 BLK WESTLOOP PL IN MANHATTAN FOR NO PROOF OF MOTOR VEHICLE LIABILITY (19-200) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 2:06 PM.

JAVIER SANTANA ZAYAS, 23, OF FT RILEY, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 300 BLK RILEY AVE IN OGDEN FOR SPEEDING (7-33) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 3:49 PM.

STORMY KENNEDY, 76, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 400 BLK HUMBOLDT ST IN MANHATTAN FOR NO PROOF OF MOTOR VEHICLE LIABILITY (19-200) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 6:05 PM.

PATRICK GOODMAN, 25, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE AT 1207 VATTIER ST IN MANHATTAN FOR UNNECESSARY NOISE STANDARD (22-55) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 2 AM.

DUSTIN MURDOCK, 19, OF OGDEN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 300 BLK RILEY AVE IN OGDEN FOR SPEEDING (7-33) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 3:43 PM.

AMBER TILLERY, 40, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 5500 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR SPEED IN LOCAL POSTED ZONE (08-1560) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 2:16 PM.

JAVARIUS WRIGHT, 20, OF FT RILEY, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 400 BLK RILEY AVE IN OGDEN FOR SPEEDING (7-33) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 2:54 PM.

RICARDO CRUZ MORENO, 28, OF OGDEN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 300 BLK RILEY AVE IN OGDEN FOR SPEEDING (7-33) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 3:58 PM.

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.KADEN WILLIAM CRAWLEY HENRY, 14, Manhattan,&nbsp;Interference with LEO; Conceal/alter/destroy evidence in felony case; JuvenileCITATION REPORTMICAH PURDY, 20, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 300 BLK RILEY AVE IN OGDEN FOR SPEEDING (7-33) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 3:33 PM.QUEEN ROSS, 35, OF FT RILEY, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 300 BLK RILEY AVE IN OGDEN FOR SPEEDING (7-33) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 3:50 PM.MONTELL BRANCH, 26, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 2100 BLK COLLEGE AVE IN MANHATTAN FOR POSSESS DRUG PARAPHERNALIA (22-92) FOR WHEN LIGHTED LAMPS REQUIRED (17-144) AND FOR POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (22-91) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 8:29 PM.CAMERON EDWARDS, 29, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 700 BLK N 12TH ST IN MANHATTAN FOR TOO FAST FOR CONDITIONS (7-32) ON FEBRUARY 14, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 5:25 PM.MARK IRWIN, 37, OF GREAT BEND, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 600 BLK S SETH CHILD RD; FRONTAGE RD IN MANHATTAN FOR DISOBEY TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICE (4-12) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 3:35 PM.JACKEE JOHNSON VASSAR, 32, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 1000 BLK WESTLOOP PL IN MANHATTAN FOR NO PROOF OF MOTOR VEHICLE LIABILITY (19-200) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 2:06 PM.JAVIER SANTANA ZAYAS, 23, OF FT RILEY, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 300 BLK RILEY AVE IN OGDEN FOR SPEEDING (7-33) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 3:49 PM.STORMY KENNEDY, 76, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 400 BLK HUMBOLDT ST IN MANHATTAN FOR NO PROOF OF MOTOR VEHICLE LIABILITY (19-200) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 6:05 PM.PATRICK GOODMAN, 25, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE AT 1207 VATTIER ST IN MANHATTAN FOR UNNECESSARY NOISE STANDARD (22-55) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 2 AM.DUSTIN MURDOCK, 19, OF OGDEN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 300 BLK RILEY AVE IN OGDEN FOR SPEEDING (7-33) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 3:43 PM.AMBER TILLERY, 40, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 5500 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR SPEED IN LOCAL POSTED ZONE (08-1560) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 2:16 PM.JAVARIUS WRIGHT, 20, OF FT RILEY, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 400 BLK RILEY AVE IN OGDEN FOR SPEEDING (7-33) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 2:54 PM.RICARDO CRUZ MORENO, 28, OF OGDEN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 300 BLK RILEY AVE IN OGDEN FOR SPEEDING (7-33) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 3:58 PM.

Riley Co. Arrest Report Thursday February 18

MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — Manhattan businesses are no longer interested in celebrating Fake Patty's Day. Business owners say they won't plan events or promotions this year for the annual party event held in March in Aggieville before students go on spring break. 

Dennis Cook, executive director of the Aggieville Business Association, said the event's popularity has been declining in recent years and business owners no longer think it is worth the effort. Since it was created in 2007, Fake Patty's Day has drawn thousands of visitors to Manhattan. But it has also been criticized for encouraging excessive drinking and a related increase in crime.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/2/1613652381078.png" alt="Fake Pattys Day photo courtesy&nbsp;Aggieville Business Association" />
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 </figure>MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — Manhattan businesses are no longer interested in celebrating Fake Patty's Day. Business owners say they won't plan events or promotions this year for the annual party event held in March in Aggieville before students go on spring break. Dennis Cook, executive director of the Aggieville Business Association, said the event's popularity has been declining in recent years and business owners no longer think it is worth the effort. Since it was created in 2007, Fake Patty's Day has drawn thousands of visitors to Manhattan. But it has also been criticized for encouraging excessive drinking and a related increase in crime.

Manhattan businesses trying to end Fake Patty's Day event

Manhattan — There were no injuries in a fire at Manhattan apartment complex Wednesday evening.

Just after 9p.m., crews were dispatched to The Gramercy apartment complex, 2215 College Avenue, Building M, for smoke in the building, according to Deputy Fire Chief Ryan Almes.

Upon arrival, crews found a three-story apartment building with a dryer on fire on the first floor. The building was evacuated and the fire was quickly extinguished.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Loss is estimated at $5,000 to contents and $10,000 to the structure.&nbsp; One unit on the first floor was vacated for the night.&nbsp; The fire cause is accidental related to an issue with the dryer, according to Almes. This was the third structure fire and 27th call for service for the day.

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 <figcaption>Fire crews in Manhattan at their 3rd structure fire on Wednesday -photo courtesy Manhattan Fire Department</figcaption>
 </figure>Manhattan — There were no injuries in a fire at Manhattan apartment complex Wednesday evening.Just after 9p.m., crews were dispatched to The Gramercy apartment complex, 2215 College Avenue, Building M, for smoke in the building, according to Deputy Fire Chief Ryan Almes.Upon arrival, crews found a three-story apartment building with a dryer on fire on the first floor. The building was evacuated and the fire was quickly extinguished.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Loss is estimated at $5,000 to contents and $10,000 to the structure.&nbsp; One unit on the first floor was vacated for the night.&nbsp; The fire cause is accidental related to an issue with the dryer, according to Almes. This was the third structure fire and 27th call for service for the day.

Manhattan apartment building evacuated, no injuries in fire

Economists give early estimate and projections for 2021

MANHATTAN – Kansas farms appear to be moving out of the shadow of the global pandemic, according to two Kansas State University agricultural economists.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ad hoc government payments made because of the pandemic and higher than expected grain prices since last summer boosted average estimates for 2020 Kansas net farm income to $137,000, a 7% increase over $128,000 the previous year. &nbsp;

Even though 2020 is past, the $137,000 is still an estimate. K-State economists will not have final numbers from the KFMA until the end of May. &nbsp;

The outlook is a far cry from what was expected late last spring. In May 2020, an initial estimate of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.agmanager.info/kfma" target="_blank">Kansas Farm Management Association</a>&nbsp;net farm income was produced, said K-State associate professor Gregg Ibendahl. Using KFMA member farms as a baseline at that time, K-State economists predicted an 87% drop in net farm income. &nbsp;

KFMA member farmers work with agricultural economists across the state to enhance members’ production and financial management skills. &nbsp;

“At the time, COVID-19 was starting to spread across the U.S. and the economic effect on much of the country was devastating,” Ibendahl said. “Prices for both grains and livestock had dropped, leading to questions about how severe the crisis might be for farmers.”&nbsp;

Since then, the profitability outlook changed course on two key developments, according to Ibendahl, an agricultural economist with K-State Research and Extension. First, the USDA announced programs to help both livestock and grain producers affected by the pandemic. The Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) provided $23.6 billion to producers through the first two rounds of the program. Additionally, grain prices rose last summer and are now at levels not seen since before the pandemic. &nbsp;

In developing their estimates, Ibendahl and extension agricultural economist Dan O’Brien addressed seven major areas, including yields, prices, crop acres, expenses, crop insurance, government payments from the farm bill, and CFAP or ad hoc government payments. Each area was projected down to the farm level to estimate net farm income for each of the 588 KFMA grain farms for 2020 and 2021. &nbsp;

Their full preliminary report issued Feb. 3 is&nbsp;<a href="https://www.agmanager.info/kfma/research-articles/preliminary-estimate-2020-kansas-net-farm-income-and-projection-2021" target="_blank">available online</a>. A more complete analysis of 2020 Kansas net farm income based on KFMA data will be available this spring. &nbsp;

“While it originally appeared that COVID-19 was going to play havoc with net farm income, the average grain farm at least will come through the year (2020) with higher profitability,” Ibendahl said, but noted that not all farms will weather the market effects of the pandemic as well as the average grain farm. &nbsp;

The economists projected that net farm income in 2021 could increase another 35% to $185,000, based on futures prices. Those projections are uncertain, however, and hinge at least in part on whether futures prices translate to actual higher farm prices and if rainfall amounts are normal enough to allow for average yields.&nbsp;

The team also cautioned that the western United States is in a La Nina drought, so the prospect of average yields is questionable. In addition, higher grain prices tend to lead to higher expenses for fuel, fertilizer and seeds, which could cut into farm profitability. &nbsp;

An Agriculture Today podcast featuring Ibendahl speaking on this topic, plus other speakers and topics is&nbsp;<a href="https://agtodayksu.libsyn.com/2021-net-farm-income-projectionsnew-wheat-and-sorghum-research" target="_blank">available online</a>.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/2/1613594003681.jpeg" alt="Harvest photo courtesy KSRE" />
 <figcaption>Harvest photo courtesy KSRE</figcaption>
 </figure><h2>Economists give early estimate and projections for 2021</h2>MANHATTAN – Kansas farms appear to be moving out of the shadow of the global pandemic, according to two Kansas State University agricultural economists.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ad hoc government payments made because of the pandemic and higher than expected grain prices since last summer boosted average estimates for 2020 Kansas net farm income to $137,000, a 7% increase over $128,000 the previous year. &nbsp;Even though 2020 is past, the $137,000 is still an estimate. K-State economists will not have final numbers from the KFMA until the end of May. &nbsp;The outlook is a far cry from what was expected late last spring. In May 2020, an initial estimate of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.agmanager.info/kfma" target="_blank">Kansas Farm Management Association</a>&nbsp;net farm income was produced, said K-State associate professor Gregg Ibendahl. Using KFMA member farms as a baseline at that time, K-State economists predicted an 87% drop in net farm income. &nbsp;KFMA member farmers work with agricultural economists across the state to enhance members’ production and financial management skills. &nbsp;“At the time, COVID-19 was starting to spread across the U.S. and the economic effect on much of the country was devastating,” Ibendahl said. “Prices for both grains and livestock had dropped, leading to questions about how severe the crisis might be for farmers.”&nbsp;Since then, the profitability outlook changed course on two key developments, according to Ibendahl, an agricultural economist with K-State Research and Extension. First, the USDA announced programs to help both livestock and grain producers affected by the pandemic. The Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) provided $23.6 billion to producers through the first two rounds of the program. Additionally, grain prices rose last summer and are now at levels not seen since before the pandemic. &nbsp;In developing their estimates, Ibendahl and extension agricultural economist Dan O’Brien addressed seven major areas, including yields, prices, crop acres, expenses, crop insurance, government payments from the farm bill, and CFAP or ad hoc government payments. Each area was projected down to the farm level to estimate net farm income for each of the 588 KFMA grain farms for 2020 and 2021. &nbsp;Their full preliminary report issued Feb. 3 is&nbsp;<a href="https://www.agmanager.info/kfma/research-articles/preliminary-estimate-2020-kansas-net-farm-income-and-projection-2021" target="_blank">available online</a>. A more complete analysis of 2020 Kansas net farm income based on KFMA data will be available this spring. &nbsp;“While it originally appeared that COVID-19 was going to play havoc with net farm income, the average grain farm at least will come through the year (2020) with higher profitability,” Ibendahl said, but noted that not all farms will weather the market effects of the pandemic as well as the average grain farm. &nbsp;The economists projected that net farm income in 2021 could increase another 35% to $185,000, based on futures prices. Those projections are uncertain, however, and hinge at least in part on whether futures prices translate to actual higher farm prices and if rainfall amounts are normal enough to allow for average yields.&nbsp;The team also cautioned that the western United States is in a La Nina drought, so the prospect of average yields is questionable. In addition, higher grain prices tend to lead to higher expenses for fuel, fertilizer and seeds, which could cut into farm profitability. &nbsp;An Agriculture Today podcast featuring Ibendahl speaking on this topic, plus other speakers and topics is&nbsp;<a href="https://agtodayksu.libsyn.com/2021-net-farm-income-projectionsnew-wheat-and-sorghum-research" target="_blank">available online</a>.&nbsp;--KSRE--

Kansas net farm income climbed in 2020; 2021 looks promising

Manhattan — Authorities are investigating the cause of an apartment fire in Manhattan.

Just before 5p.m. Wednesday fire crews were dispatched to 1200 Ratone Street in Manhattan for a report of smoke in a an apartment, according to Deputy Fire Chief Ryan Almes.

Upon arrival, crews found smoke showing from the structure, advanced a hose line into the basement of Apt. A and extinguished the fire within 10 minutes.&nbsp; One cat was rescued from the apartment that had the fire and two dogs were removed unharmed from the apartment next door. The building is a one-story apartment building that contains five dwelling units.

Two occupants were displaced from the building and the American Red Cross responded to assist. Loss is estimated at $10,000 to contents and $30,000 to the structure, according to Almes.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/2/1613608454327.png" alt="No injuries from a Wednesday fire in Manhattan -photo Manhattan Fire Dept." />
 <figcaption>No injuries from a Wednesday fire in Manhattan -photo Manhattan Fire Dept.</figcaption>
 </figure>Manhattan — Authorities are investigating the cause of an apartment fire in Manhattan.Just before 5p.m. Wednesday fire crews were dispatched to 1200 Ratone Street in Manhattan for a report of smoke in a an apartment, according to Deputy Fire Chief Ryan Almes. Upon arrival, crews found smoke showing from the structure, advanced a hose line into the basement of Apt. A and extinguished the fire within 10 minutes.&nbsp; One cat was rescued from the apartment that had the fire and two dogs were removed unharmed from the apartment next door. The building is a one-story apartment building that contains five dwelling units. Two occupants were displaced from the building and the American Red Cross responded to assist. Loss is estimated at $10,000 to contents and $30,000 to the structure, according to Almes.&nbsp;

Pets saved after apartment fire in Manhattan

High 21°	Mostly cloudy in the morning then becoming mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 20s. Northwest winds up to 10 mph. lowest wind chill readings 8 below to 2 above zero in the morning.

High 21°	Mostly cloudy in the morning then becoming mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 20s. Northwest winds up to 10 mph. lowest wind chill readings 8 below to 2 above zero in the morning.

Thursday weather forecast

Manhattan—A family cat helped homeowners locate a fire in their Manhattan&nbsp; home.

Just before 9a.m. Wednesday, crews were dispatched to 2905 Hickory Court for a report of a fire in a single-story home possibly extinguished by the occupants, according to&nbsp;Deputy Chief Ryan Almes.

Upon arrival, crews found a home with light smoke inside.&nbsp; A fire was found beneath the fireplace in the ceiling cavity between the main floor and basement.&nbsp; 

The fire was contained within about 15 minutes.&nbsp; The occupants reported that their cat was scratching at a closet door and upon opening the door, they discovered the fire above the ceiling of the closet.&nbsp;

Loss is estimated at $25,00 to contents and $15,000 to the structure, according to Almes.&nbsp; The fire cause is accidental due to an issue with the fireplace.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/2/1613597600233.png" alt="Wednesday morning house fire due to a fireplace problem-photo Manhattan Fire Dept." />
 <figcaption>Wednesday morning house fire due to a fireplace problem-photo Manhattan Fire Dept.</figcaption>
 </figure>Manhattan—A family cat helped homeowners locate a fire in their Manhattan&nbsp; home.Just before 9a.m. Wednesday, crews were dispatched to 2905 Hickory Court for a report of a fire in a single-story home possibly extinguished by the occupants, according to&nbsp;Deputy Chief Ryan Almes.Upon arrival, crews found a home with light smoke inside.&nbsp; A fire was found beneath the fireplace in the ceiling cavity between the main floor and basement.&nbsp; The fire was contained within about 15 minutes.&nbsp; The occupants reported that their cat was scratching at a closet door and upon opening the door, they discovered the fire above the ceiling of the closet.&nbsp; Loss is estimated at $25,00 to contents and $15,000 to the structure, according to Almes.&nbsp; The fire cause is accidental due to an issue with the fireplace.

Family cat helped Manhattan homeowner discover fire 

    BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — (BUSINESS WIRE) — Tractor Supply Company, the largest rural 
lifestyle retailer in the United States, today announced that it has 
entered into an agreement to acquire Orscheln Farm and Home in an 
all-cash transaction for approximately $297 million, net of acquired 
estimated future tax benefits of $23 million. Orscheln Farm and Home 
operates 167 stores located in 11 states: Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, 
Iowa, Indiana, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Texas, Kentucky, Illinois and Ohio. 
The acquisition is conditioned on the receipt of regulatory approval and
 satisfactory completion of customary closing conditions.



“This is an exciting step for Tractor Supply as we expand our footprint 
in the Midwest with the high-quality assets of Orscheln Farm and Home. 
We have always had great respect for Barry Orscheln and the team at 
Orscheln Farm and Home for the strong connection they have with 
customers in the communities they serve, along with their industry 
knowledge and capabilities. With our shared values and passion for the 
Out Here lifestyle, we are honored to welcome Orscheln Farm and Home to 
the Tractor Supply family. We look forward to bringing together our 
highly complementary cultures and teams to realize the long-term value 
and benefits that we expect this acquisition to deliver,” said Hal 
Lawton, Tractor Supply’s President and Chief Executive Officer.



Barry Orscheln, Chairman and CEO of Orscheln Farm and Home, commented, 
“For more than 60 years, my family, our Orscheln Farm and Home employees
 and I have been committed to serving the needs of rural communities 
across the Midwest. I am very proud of all that we have accomplished 
over this time. I am confident that with Tractor Supply our stores will 
be well-positioned to continue Orscheln’s tradition of taking care of 
our customers and communities for the next phase of growth.”



Tractor Supply’s preliminary estimates indicate the acquisition will be 
immediately accretive to earnings per share upon closing. The earnings 
accretion is anticipated to grow over time as planned synergies are 
achieved. Tractor Supply intends to fund the acquisition through 
existing cash on hand.



For Tractor Supply, Goldman Sachs &amp; Co. LLC is acting as financial 
adviser, and Bass, Berry &amp; Sims PLC is acting as legal adviser. 
Fifth Third Securities is acting as financial adviser to Orscheln Farm 
and Home, while Stinson LLP is acting as legal adviser.

Check the Post for more as details become available.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/2/1613595329521.jpeg" alt="Tractor Supply" />
 <figcaption>Tractor Supply</figcaption>
 </figure>News release BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — (BUSINESS WIRE) — Tractor Supply Company, the largest rural 
lifestyle retailer in the United States, today announced that it has 
entered into an agreement to acquire Orscheln Farm and Home in an 
all-cash transaction for approximately $297 million, net of acquired 
estimated future tax benefits of $23 million. Orscheln Farm and Home 
operates 167 stores located in 11 states: Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, 
Iowa, Indiana, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Texas, Kentucky, Illinois and Ohio. 
The acquisition is conditioned on the receipt of regulatory approval and
 satisfactory completion of customary closing conditions.

“This is an exciting step for Tractor Supply as we expand our footprint 
in the Midwest with the high-quality assets of Orscheln Farm and Home. 
We have always had great respect for Barry Orscheln and the team at 
Orscheln Farm and Home for the strong connection they have with 
customers in the communities they serve, along with their industry 
knowledge and capabilities. With our shared values and passion for the 
Out Here lifestyle, we are honored to welcome Orscheln Farm and Home to 
the Tractor Supply family. We look forward to bringing together our 
highly complementary cultures and teams to realize the long-term value 
and benefits that we expect this acquisition to deliver,” said Hal 
Lawton, Tractor Supply’s President and Chief Executive Officer.

Barry Orscheln, Chairman and CEO of Orscheln Farm and Home, commented, 
“For more than 60 years, my family, our Orscheln Farm and Home employees
 and I have been committed to serving the needs of rural communities 
across the Midwest. I am very proud of all that we have accomplished 
over this time. I am confident that with Tractor Supply our stores will 
be well-positioned to continue Orscheln’s tradition of taking care of 
our customers and communities for the next phase of growth.”

Tractor Supply’s preliminary estimates indicate the acquisition will be 
immediately accretive to earnings per share upon closing. The earnings 
accretion is anticipated to grow over time as planned synergies are 
achieved. Tractor Supply intends to fund the acquisition through 
existing cash on hand.

For Tractor Supply, Goldman Sachs &amp; Co. LLC is acting as financial 
adviser, and Bass, Berry &amp; Sims PLC is acting as legal adviser. 
Fifth Third Securities is acting as financial adviser to Orscheln Farm 
and Home, while Stinson LLP is acting as legal adviser.Check the Post for more as details become available.

Tractor Supply reaches agreement to acquire Orscheln stores

Riley County police have said thank you to all the emergency responders, road crews, grounds keepers, repair and utility crews, volunteers and anyone else who provided a helping hand during the dangerously cold weather experienced recently.

"We are continually reminded what an amazing community we serve in Riley County and recognize the selfless efforts to help one another time and time again! We are not yet on the other side of the extreme cold temperatures, so please continue to conserve energy and check on those with medical conditions or unstable housing conditions."

Riley County police have said thank you to all the emergency responders, road crews, grounds keepers, repair and utility crews, volunteers and anyone else who provided a helping hand during the dangerously cold weather experienced recently."We are continually reminded what an amazing community we serve in Riley County and recognize the selfless efforts to help one another time and time again! We are not yet on the other side of the extreme cold temperatures, so please continue to conserve energy and check on those with medical conditions or unstable housing conditions."

Riley County police thank those who dedicated their time in the cold snap

Riley County health officials have identified 32 new positive coronavirus cases and 30 additional recoveries since the last report on February 12, 2021. The percent of positive cases for the week of February 7 was 2.6%. That translates to 56 of the 2,121 tests performed coming back positive. This is the third week in a row that Riley County has seen a decrease in the percent of positive cases.&nbsp;

Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan is caring for three positive patients at this time.Two of the positive patients are in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).&nbsp;

This week, the Health Department will continue vaccinating those 65 and older and K-12 teachers throughout the county. It will also be administering “boosters”, second doses, to individuals who were vaccinated between December 22nd and January 25th.&nbsp;

Next week due to forecasted warmer temperatures the Health Department will be having vaccine clinics Tuesday through Friday and will be extending hours.&nbsp;

Riley County health officials have identified 32 new positive coronavirus cases and 30 additional recoveries since the last report on February 12, 2021. The percent of positive cases for the week of February 7 was 2.6%. That translates to 56 of the 2,121 tests performed coming back positive. This is the third week in a row that Riley County has seen a decrease in the percent of positive cases.&nbsp;Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan is caring for three positive patients at this time.Two of the positive patients are in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).&nbsp;This week, the Health Department will continue vaccinating those 65 and older and K-12 teachers throughout the county. It will also be administering “boosters”, second doses, to individuals who were vaccinated between December 22nd and January 25th.&nbsp;Next week due to forecasted warmer temperatures the Health Department will be having vaccine clinics Tuesday through Friday and will be extending hours.&nbsp;

Positive and recovered COVID-19 case numbers are leveling out

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a burglary in Manhattan.

Just before 2p.m. Tuesday, police filed a report for burglary in the 500 block of Laramie Street in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

A 22-year-old man reported an unknown suspect stole a silver Smith &amp; Wesson 640 revolver from his residence. 

The estimated total loss is approximately $876.00. Anyone with information can contact RCPD or the Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.00.

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a burglary in Manhattan.Just before 2p.m. Tuesday, police filed a report for burglary in the 500 block of Laramie Street in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.A 22-year-old man reported an unknown suspect stole a silver Smith &amp; Wesson 640 revolver from his residence. The estimated total loss is approximately $876.00. Anyone with information can contact RCPD or the Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.00.

RCPD: Suspect stole Smith & Wesson revolver from Manhattan home

WAYNE EUGENE PINICK, 66, Manhattan,&nbsp;Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Bond $1000

APRIL NICHOLE BRAKE, 34, Manhattan,&nbsp;Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;and Possession of marijuana; 1 prior conviction; Bond $2000

NATHANIEL AVERY BUSBY, 27, Manhattan, Failure to Appear; Bond $500

TANYA MARIE SUTTON, 24, Manhattan,&nbsp;Violate protection order; Abuse order per KSA 63105, 63106, 63107; Bond $2000

RACHEL ELIZABETH BACON, 24, Manhattan,&nbsp;Driving while suspended; 2nd or subsequent conviction; Bond $750

DEBORAH ANN YOUNG, 34, Manhattan, Failure to Appear (2x) Topeka Police

LORNA BRYCE, 22, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 2100 BLK CLAFLIN RD IN MANHATTAN FOR SPEEDING (7-33) ON FEBRUARY 13, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 1:08 AM.

STEVEN STRENGTH, 36, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE AT TUTTLE CREEK BLVD &amp; E POYNTZ AVE IN MANHATTAN FOR FOLLOWING TOO CLOSELY (8-47) ON FEBRUARY 11, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 1:08 PM.

ELIJAH FOUT, 19, OF FT RILEY, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 6000 BLK S 32ND ST IN MANHATTAN FOR BASIC RULE GOVERNING SPEED OF VEHICLES (08-1557) ON FEBRUARY 11, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 6:16 PM.

ASHLYNN LAUKHUFF, 24, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE AT N 10TH ST &amp; FREMONT ST IN MANHATTAN FOR FTY RIGHT OF WAY STOP/YIELD (159) ON FEBRUARY 15, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 3:55 PM.

ALEXANDER NORCROSS, 22, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE AT N MANHATTAN AVE &amp; BLUEMONT AVE IN MANHATTAN FOR FAIL TO STOP AT RED LIGHT (4-13(C)) ON FEBRUARY 15, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY10:07 PM.

ANN SHAFFER, 23, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 100 BLK E POYNTZ AVE IN MANHATTAN FOR FTY RIGHT OF WAY ENTER ROAD (160) ON FEBRUARY 6, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 8:14 PM.

MATTHEW BARLEY, 32, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 2400 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR SPEEDING (7-33) AND FOR TAMPER-IGNITION INTERLOCK (6-30.3) ON FEBRUARY 13, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 5:34 AM.

ALEC GRIFFITH, 18, OF FT RILEY, KS WAS CITED WHILE AT AMHERST AVE &amp; N SETH CHILD RD IN MANHATTAN FOR VEHICLE TAGS-EXPIRE/ILLEGBLE (19-198) ON FEBRUARY 14, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 1:47 PM.

JOHN CARRASCO, 19, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE AT S 10TH ST &amp; EL PASO LN IN MANHATTAN FOR NO PROOF OF MOTOR VEHICLE LIABILITY (19-200) ON FEBRUARY 14, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 8:14 PM.

BRYCE WHEELER, 19, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE AT BLUEMONT AVE &amp; N 11TH ST IN MANHATTAN FOR NO PROOF OF MOTOR VEHICLE LIABILITY (19-200) ON FEBRUARY 15, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 4:14 AM.

SHAINE CHUNN, 33, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 700 BLK ALLEN RD IN MANHATTAN FOR DRIVE CANC/SUSP/REV LICENSE (19-194) ON FEBRUARY 16, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY10:28 PM.

KELLI STOCKTON, 24, OF OGDEN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 600 BLK VATTIER ST IN MANHATTAN FOR DRIVE CANC/SUSP/REV LICENSE (19-194) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 1:33 AM.

CALEB BAIROS, 18, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 1000 BLK CLAFLIN RD IN MANHATTAN FOR UNLAWFUL USE OF LICENSE (19-199) ON FEBRUARY 11, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 9:30 PM.

CHRISTY RODRIGUEZ, 43, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 2700 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR SPEEDING (7-33) ON FEBRUARY 16, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 8:11 PM.

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 </figure>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.WAYNE EUGENE PINICK, 66, Manhattan,&nbsp;Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily harm to family/person in dating relationship; Bond $1000APRIL NICHOLE BRAKE, 34, Manhattan,&nbsp;Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;and Possession of marijuana; 1 prior conviction; Bond $2000NATHANIEL AVERY BUSBY, 27, Manhattan, Failure to Appear; Bond $500TANYA MARIE SUTTON, 24, Manhattan,&nbsp;Violate protection order; Abuse order per KSA 63105, 63106, 63107; Bond $2000RACHEL ELIZABETH BACON, 24, Manhattan,&nbsp;Driving while suspended; 2nd or subsequent conviction; Bond $750DEBORAH ANN YOUNG, 34, Manhattan, Failure to Appear (2x) Topeka PoliceCITATION REPORTLORNA BRYCE, 22, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 2100 BLK CLAFLIN RD IN MANHATTAN FOR SPEEDING (7-33) ON FEBRUARY 13, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 1:08 AM.STEVEN STRENGTH, 36, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE AT TUTTLE CREEK BLVD &amp; E POYNTZ AVE IN MANHATTAN FOR FOLLOWING TOO CLOSELY (8-47) ON FEBRUARY 11, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 1:08 PM.ELIJAH FOUT, 19, OF FT RILEY, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 6000 BLK S 32ND ST IN MANHATTAN FOR BASIC RULE GOVERNING SPEED OF VEHICLES (08-1557) ON FEBRUARY 11, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 6:16 PM.ASHLYNN LAUKHUFF, 24, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE AT N 10TH ST &amp; FREMONT ST IN MANHATTAN FOR FTY RIGHT OF WAY STOP/YIELD (159) ON FEBRUARY 15, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 3:55 PM.ALEXANDER NORCROSS, 22, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE AT N MANHATTAN AVE &amp; BLUEMONT AVE IN MANHATTAN FOR FAIL TO STOP AT RED LIGHT (4-13(C)) ON FEBRUARY 15, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY10:07 PM.ANN SHAFFER, 23, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 100 BLK E POYNTZ AVE IN MANHATTAN FOR FTY RIGHT OF WAY ENTER ROAD (160) ON FEBRUARY 6, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 8:14 PM.MATTHEW BARLEY, 32, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 2400 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR SPEEDING (7-33) AND FOR TAMPER-IGNITION INTERLOCK (6-30.3) ON FEBRUARY 13, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 5:34 AM.ALEC GRIFFITH, 18, OF FT RILEY, KS WAS CITED WHILE AT AMHERST AVE &amp; N SETH CHILD RD IN MANHATTAN FOR VEHICLE TAGS-EXPIRE/ILLEGBLE (19-198) ON FEBRUARY 14, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 1:47 PM.JOHN CARRASCO, 19, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE AT S 10TH ST &amp; EL PASO LN IN MANHATTAN FOR NO PROOF OF MOTOR VEHICLE LIABILITY (19-200) ON FEBRUARY 14, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 8:14 PM.BRYCE WHEELER, 19, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE AT BLUEMONT AVE &amp; N 11TH ST IN MANHATTAN FOR NO PROOF OF MOTOR VEHICLE LIABILITY (19-200) ON FEBRUARY 15, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 4:14 AM.SHAINE CHUNN, 33, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 700 BLK ALLEN RD IN MANHATTAN FOR DRIVE CANC/SUSP/REV LICENSE (19-194) ON FEBRUARY 16, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY10:28 PM.KELLI STOCKTON, 24, OF OGDEN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 600 BLK VATTIER ST IN MANHATTAN FOR DRIVE CANC/SUSP/REV LICENSE (19-194) ON FEBRUARY 17, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 1:33 AM.CALEB BAIROS, 18, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 1000 BLK CLAFLIN RD IN MANHATTAN FOR UNLAWFUL USE OF LICENSE (19-199) ON FEBRUARY 11, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 9:30 PM.CHRISTY RODRIGUEZ, 43, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 2700 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR SPEEDING (7-33) ON FEBRUARY 16, 2,021 AT APPROXIMATELY 8:11 PM.

Riley Co. Arrest Report Wednesday February 17

All Kansas State University campuses will be open Wednesday, Feb. 17. According to K-State Today the university will operate on a normal schedule and all classes — whether in person or remote — will be in session.&nbsp;

Manhattan campus dining services and the K-State Student Union will open at 8 a.m. The Chester E. Peters Recreation Complex will open at 9 a.m.&nbsp;

Students and employees should use sound judgment when coming to K-State campuses. Please contact your professors or supervisors if you are unable to travel.&nbsp;

All Kansas State University campuses will be open Wednesday, Feb. 17. According to K-State Today the university will operate on a normal schedule and all classes — whether in person or remote — will be in session.&nbsp;Manhattan campus dining services and the K-State Student Union will open at 8 a.m. The Chester E. Peters Recreation Complex will open at 9 a.m.&nbsp;Students and employees should use sound judgment when coming to K-State campuses. Please contact your professors or supervisors if you are unable to travel.&nbsp;

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