The City of Manhattan and the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MHKParksRecFound?__cft__[0]=AZVuCORauHE9xBSFEosYa0d2pN_vgYSidb5hbBuOVFNLMEoo3wT7-SSyBI__7N49HNmGF0p5Uja6yMzWJnUPylcLc310Pt2JZIoOuPL3nwlJ79ulnxKkp_t8OrWMbCrKiwrbD33YQIifFgp4cGFuxJZWZDiSY3oaUt4rhzuVdPIq7I7x-PwFhCao1GioKQGdNj0&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Manhattan Parks &amp; Recreation Foundation</a> are proud to announce a landmark partnership with <a href="https://www.facebook.com/steelandpipe?__cft__[0]=AZVuCORauHE9xBSFEosYa0d2pN_vgYSidb5hbBuOVFNLMEoo3wT7-SSyBI__7N49HNmGF0p5Uja6yMzWJnUPylcLc310Pt2JZIoOuPL3nwlJ79ulnxKkp_t8OrWMbCrKiwrbD33YQIifFgp4cGFuxJZWZDiSY3oaUt4rhzuVdPIq7I7x-PwFhCao1GioKQGdNj0&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Steel and Pipe Supply Company Inc.</a>, who have purchased the Hall of Fame Naming Rights for the CiCo Ballfield Complex!

Through a 10-year, $500,000 commitment, Steel and Pipe Supply, Inc. will hold exclusive naming rights for the newly renovated CiCo Ballfield Complex. These funds will be placed in a dedicated account with The Manhattan Parks and Recreation Foundation, supporting future park improvements and ensuring the continued growth of recreational opportunities in our community.

City officials thanked Steel and Pipe Supply for their generosity and continued investment in Manhattan’s future.&nbsp;

City releaseThe City of Manhattan and the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MHKParksRecFound?__cft__[0]=AZVuCORauHE9xBSFEosYa0d2pN_vgYSidb5hbBuOVFNLMEoo3wT7-SSyBI__7N49HNmGF0p5Uja6yMzWJnUPylcLc310Pt2JZIoOuPL3nwlJ79ulnxKkp_t8OrWMbCrKiwrbD33YQIifFgp4cGFuxJZWZDiSY3oaUt4rhzuVdPIq7I7x-PwFhCao1GioKQGdNj0&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Manhattan Parks &amp; Recreation Foundation</a> are proud to announce a landmark partnership with <a href="https://www.facebook.com/steelandpipe?__cft__[0]=AZVuCORauHE9xBSFEosYa0d2pN_vgYSidb5hbBuOVFNLMEoo3wT7-SSyBI__7N49HNmGF0p5Uja6yMzWJnUPylcLc310Pt2JZIoOuPL3nwlJ79ulnxKkp_t8OrWMbCrKiwrbD33YQIifFgp4cGFuxJZWZDiSY3oaUt4rhzuVdPIq7I7x-PwFhCao1GioKQGdNj0&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Steel and Pipe Supply Company Inc.</a>, who have purchased the Hall of Fame Naming Rights for the CiCo Ballfield Complex!Through a 10-year, $500,000 commitment, Steel and Pipe Supply, Inc. will hold exclusive naming rights for the newly renovated CiCo Ballfield Complex. These funds will be placed in a dedicated account with The Manhattan Parks and Recreation Foundation, supporting future park improvements and ensuring the continued growth of recreational opportunities in our community.City officials thanked Steel and Pipe Supply for their generosity and continued investment in Manhattan’s future.&nbsp;

Steel and Pipe Supply Company Inc. makes a generous donation.

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement are investigating a Kansas felon on new financial crimes in Manhattan.

On Tuesday, officers filed a report of financial crimes that occurred on June 15, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. Beto’s Meat Market, 612 Fort Riley Blvd. in Manhattan reported a known individual unlawfully used a credit card at the business. 

On Tuesday, police arrested Tiffany Fernandez, 43, of Manhattan, on requested charges of burglary, theft of property or services and criminal use of a financial card. Fernandez is being held on a $10,000 bond. She has a previous conviction for theft that occurred in 2021, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections.

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 </figure>RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement are investigating a Kansas felon on new financial crimes in Manhattan.On Tuesday, officers filed a report of financial crimes that occurred on June 15, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. Beto’s Meat Market, 612 Fort Riley Blvd. in Manhattan reported a known individual unlawfully used a credit card at the business. On Tuesday, police arrested Tiffany Fernandez, 43, of Manhattan, on requested charges of burglary, theft of property or services and criminal use of a financial card. Fernandez is being held on a $10,000 bond. She has a previous conviction for theft that occurred in 2021, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections.

Kansas felon accused of financial crimes in Manhattan

MANHATTAN — Dazzling color, rich vocals and uplifting energy will fill McCain Auditorium on Friday, Nov. 14, as the multi-Grammy and Emmy Award-winning Soweto Gospel Choir returns to Manhattan. Performing their concert program "Peace," the 30+ member ensemble will deliver a blend of original South African freedom songs, traditional spirituals and classics.

 The performance will also feature beloved tracks from iconic performers, including Aretha Franklin, Harry Belafonte, Peter Gabriel, Kate Bush, Leonard Cohen and more.Since its formation in 2002, the Soweto Gospel Choir has served as a global ambassador of hope and unity. 

MANHATTAN — Dazzling color, rich vocals and uplifting energy will fill McCain Auditorium on Friday, Nov. 14, as the multi-Grammy and Emmy Award-winning Soweto Gospel Choir returns to Manhattan. Performing their concert program "Peace," the 30+ member ensemble will deliver a blend of original South African freedom songs, traditional spirituals and classics. The performance will also feature beloved tracks from iconic performers, including Aretha Franklin, Harry Belafonte, Peter Gabriel, Kate Bush, Leonard Cohen and more.Since its formation in 2002, the Soweto Gospel Choir has served as a global ambassador of hope and unity. Ticket information:<ul>
 <li>Online:&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://mccain.k-state.edu/">k-state.edu</a></li><li>Box office: McCain Auditorium lobby, noon to 4 p.m., Wednesday-Friday</li><li>Phone: 785-532-6428</li>
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Soweto Gospel Choir returns to the McCain stage for a joyful, soul-filled celebration

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.

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.<figure>
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Riley County Arrest Report November 5

Tom Drummond&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 2,815

Lew Faust&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;4,491

Courtney Jane Hochman&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;3,456

Leah McKeeman&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 3,096&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Jayme Morris - Hardeman&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 4,582&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Larry Fox&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 3,709

Jayme Minton&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;2,110

Jim Morrison&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;3,500

Peter Oppelt&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;1,922

Scott Seel&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 2,101

Amber Starling&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 2,642

Martha Sweeney&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;1&nbsp; ,567

Abena Taylor&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 610

Andrew Von Lintel&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;2,681

Provisional ballots will be reviewed during the canvas of the votes later in November.

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 </figure>USD 383 Board of EducationTom Drummond&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 2,815Lew Faust&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;4,491Courtney Jane Hochman&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;3,456Leah McKeeman&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 3,096&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Jayme Morris - Hardeman&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 4,582&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Manhattan City CommissionLarry Fox&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 3,709Jayme Minton&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;2,110Jim Morrison&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;3,500Peter Oppelt&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;1,922Scott Seel&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 2,101Amber Starling&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 2,642Martha Sweeney&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;1&nbsp; ,567Abena Taylor&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 610Andrew Von Lintel&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;2,681Provisional ballots will be reviewed during the canvas of the votes later in November.

Final Unofficial Election Results Riley County

Dallas Pryor and the Lazy Wayne Band is coming to the C.L. Hoover Opera House — and Tickets Are HALF PRICE through November 9th.

Get ready, Junction City — Dallas Pryor &amp; The Lazy Wayne Band are taking over the stage at the historic C.L. Hoover Opera House! &nbsp;Dallas is a Kansas native with Texas-style country songs of heartbreak and hometown pride, like “Through Topeka,” and “DK County Dream”. 

You won't want to miss a November Night of Country music at the Opera House. Also partnering with the Opera House for this event will be Highwind Brewing Company, serving a selection of their beers on tap, right inside the Opera House.

Event Date: Saturday, November 15 | 7 PM 

Half-Price Tickets — Online Only thru Sunday, November 9 at Midnight.

Let’s give Dallas Pryor a sold-out show and show him how Junction City brings the energy! Snag your seats at: <a target="_blank" href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jcoperahouse.org%2Ftickets%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExblBTZGRLUGQ0UHhwblZxWQEeeG5LokctG43nWAqERQwMgmrGes77UijrUC_Bfum_ipSC0WqIGo3XlTHtXM0_aem__wdTtQfDCnhlVDIvtuDbIw&amp;h=AT1hMj0ntMlXptdkHRb-xd4LzF6OVUcezeP8eeYbrGKZ2mLHRea0_7Mt7akZAxLbplvkiBn7P6GuBl6Ns3_FfLWxM8AFOnLOCingZCIqLe-QXSx3r5fY8EMtc1EemtkoayLpj2bDFKV6Wpgv&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT34MoOslkkl6W9tVac9yuluhtq0wUEgkaL5pmtUOiw-1Z9YCccy__zXk4WDOItIiIif4Uhii7xxzNFWczY8ifqzJjnD4kJexIx1dzT_qptleGdXCxTD9Dc8uIVZWkz5ef6DHptkgR3g0h1N9shsR3-qTYTCtBZZtEWG_nN3E94ddzd6k4opOJ8_T5Y7mNVDvmiZvP5TNdC0bm0ZvakEwXh_JhxLVI8vIWk">www.jcoperahouse.org/tickets</a>.

C.L. Hoover Opera House--<figure>
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 </figure>Dallas Pryor and the Lazy Wayne Band is coming to the C.L. Hoover Opera House — and Tickets Are HALF PRICE through November 9th.Get ready, Junction City — Dallas Pryor &amp; The Lazy Wayne Band are taking over the stage at the historic C.L. Hoover Opera House! &nbsp;Dallas is a Kansas native with Texas-style country songs of heartbreak and hometown pride, like “Through Topeka,” and “DK County Dream”. You won't want to miss a November Night of Country music at the Opera House. Also partnering with the Opera House for this event will be Highwind Brewing Company, serving a selection of their beers on tap, right inside the Opera House.Event Date: Saturday, November 15 | 7 PM Half-Price Tickets — Online Only thru Sunday, November 9 at Midnight.Let’s give Dallas Pryor a sold-out show and show him how Junction City brings the energy! Snag your seats at: <a target="_blank" href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jcoperahouse.org%2Ftickets%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExblBTZGRLUGQ0UHhwblZxWQEeeG5LokctG43nWAqERQwMgmrGes77UijrUC_Bfum_ipSC0WqIGo3XlTHtXM0_aem__wdTtQfDCnhlVDIvtuDbIw&amp;h=AT1hMj0ntMlXptdkHRb-xd4LzF6OVUcezeP8eeYbrGKZ2mLHRea0_7Mt7akZAxLbplvkiBn7P6GuBl6Ns3_FfLWxM8AFOnLOCingZCIqLe-QXSx3r5fY8EMtc1EemtkoayLpj2bDFKV6Wpgv&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT34MoOslkkl6W9tVac9yuluhtq0wUEgkaL5pmtUOiw-1Z9YCccy__zXk4WDOItIiIif4Uhii7xxzNFWczY8ifqzJjnD4kJexIx1dzT_qptleGdXCxTD9Dc8uIVZWkz5ef6DHptkgR3g0h1N9shsR3-qTYTCtBZZtEWG_nN3E94ddzd6k4opOJ8_T5Y7mNVDvmiZvP5TNdC0bm0ZvakEwXh_JhxLVI8vIWk">www.jcoperahouse.org/tickets</a>.

Half Price Tickets: Dallas Pryor and the Lazy Wayne Band coming to the Opera House

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

Just after 8a.m. Monday, officers filed a report of burglary in the 100 block of S. Seth Child Road, accoding to the Riley County Police Department acitivity report.

 Mead Lumber reported an unknown suspect broke into the business and took money from the register and various tools from the store. The estimated total loss associated with this case is $2,100. 

Anyone with information, contact RCPD or the Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward up to $1,000.

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement are investigating a business burglary in Manhattan.Just after 8a.m. Monday, officers filed a report of burglary in the 100 block of S. Seth Child Road, accoding to the Riley County Police Department acitivity report. Mead Lumber reported an unknown suspect broke into the business and took money from the register and various tools from the store. The estimated total loss associated with this case is $2,100. Anyone with information, contact RCPD or the Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward up to $1,000.

RCPD: Lumber yard lost $2,100 in burglary

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.<figure>
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Riley County Arrest Report November 4

Candidates for Board of Education and City commission are on the ballot. Polls are open until 7 p.m.

This is Election Day.Candidates for Board of Education and City commission are on the ballot. Polls are open until 7 p.m.

Tuesday is Election Day

SALINE COUNTY —One person was injured in an I-70 crash and fire just after 6p.m. Sunday in Saline County.

A black 2014 Hyundai driven by Lucas Burleson, 21, Abilene was eastbound on Interstate 70 just east of the Interstate 135 exit, according to Sheriff Roger Soldan.

The Hyundai rear-ended a gray 2009 Ford Escape driven by Theresa Bishop, 56 of Salina.

After impact, the Hyundai traveled off the road into a field and caught fire. Saline County Rural Fire District 5 quickly extinguished the fire.&nbsp; EMS transported Burleson to Salina Regional Health Center for a leg injury. according to Soldan. Bishop was not injured. There were no passengers in the vehicles.&nbsp;Burleson was cited for Following Too Close and Unsafe Speed, according to Soldan.

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 </figure>SALINE COUNTY —One person was injured in an I-70 crash and fire just after 6p.m. Sunday in Saline County.A black 2014 Hyundai driven by Lucas Burleson, 21, Abilene was eastbound on Interstate 70 just east of the Interstate 135 exit, according to Sheriff Roger Soldan.<figure>
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 </figure>The Hyundai rear-ended a gray 2009 Ford Escape driven by Theresa Bishop, 56 of Salina.After impact, the Hyundai traveled off the road into a field and caught fire. Saline County Rural Fire District 5 quickly extinguished the fire.&nbsp; EMS transported Burleson to Salina Regional Health Center for a leg injury. according to Soldan. Bishop was not injured. There were no passengers in the vehicles.&nbsp;Burleson was cited for Following Too Close and Unsafe Speed, according to Soldan.

Kan. man hospitalized after I-70 crash and fire

Konza&nbsp;United&nbsp;Way&nbsp;extends a heartfelt thank-you to a few of our amazing October workplace campaign partners — Dillons, Kansas State University, Credit Union of America, the Combined Federal Campaign and Briggs Auto. Your commitment to giving back and engaging your teams in meaningful&nbsp;ways makes a real difference in our community.

This month, Dillons went above and beyond by hosting a hygiene drive to support Cats’ Cupboard — K-State’s on-campus food pantry. Dillons encouraged customers to shop and donate essential supplies directly in-store, while K-State rallied its campus community to collect items and raise awareness about local need.

Workplace campaigns like these go beyond the workplace — they build connections, inspire generosity, and create lasting change across the region. Your efforts help&nbsp;Konza&nbsp;United&nbsp;Way&nbsp;continue to fund essential programs that strengthen families, support education, and improve the overall well-being of our community.

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 </figure>Konza&nbsp;United&nbsp;Way&nbsp;extends a heartfelt thank-you to a few of our amazing October workplace campaign partners — Dillons, Kansas State University, Credit Union of America, the Combined Federal Campaign and Briggs Auto. Your commitment to giving back and engaging your teams in meaningful&nbsp;ways makes a real difference in our community.This month, Dillons went above and beyond by hosting a hygiene drive to support Cats’ Cupboard — K-State’s on-campus food pantry. Dillons encouraged customers to shop and donate essential supplies directly in-store, while K-State rallied its campus community to collect items and raise awareness about local need.Workplace campaigns like these go beyond the workplace — they build connections, inspire generosity, and create lasting change across the region. Your efforts help&nbsp;Konza&nbsp;United&nbsp;Way&nbsp;continue to fund essential programs that strengthen families, support education, and improve the overall well-being of our community.

Konza United Way thanks workforce campaign partners

MANHATTAN, KAN. –  The Riley County Police Department is requesting bids for veterinarian services to provide professional care and treatment for the department’s police K-9 program for the 2026 budget year. The requested services include, annual wellness exam and vaccinations, annual preventatives (flea/tick, heartworm, etc.), dental care, emergency and surgical services, specialized care, intestinal blockage treatment, ACL tear treatment, minor cuts and abrasions and impalement or puncture injuries.

The deadline to submit a veterinarian services bid is Dec. 1, with bid opening beginning the following day, Dec. 2. The anticipated section date is Dec. 15, and the selected provider will be notified by Dec. 19. RCPD reserves the right to reject any or all bids based on cost, qualifications, or other reasonable basis.

RCPDMANHATTAN, KAN. – The Riley County Police Department is requesting bids for veterinarian services to provide professional care and treatment for the department’s police K-9 program for the 2026 budget year. The requested services include, annual wellness exam and vaccinations, annual preventatives (flea/tick, heartworm, etc.), dental care, emergency and surgical services, specialized care, intestinal blockage treatment, ACL tear treatment, minor cuts and abrasions and impalement or puncture injuries.The deadline to submit a veterinarian services bid is Dec. 1, with bid opening beginning the following day, Dec. 2. The anticipated section date is Dec. 15, and the selected provider will be notified by Dec. 19. RCPD reserves the right to reject any or all bids based on cost, qualifications, or other reasonable basis.

RCPD Requests Bids for Veterinarian Services

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas felon on new allegations.

Just before 3p.m. Sunday, officers filed a report for violating a protection order and stalking in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. A 26-year-old woman was listed as the victim. 

Just after 4p.m. , police arrested Alfred Walls, 29, of Ellis, in Manhattan. Walls is being held on a $6,000 bond on requested charges of&nbsp; violating a protection order and stalking. Walls has two previous drug related convictions, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections.

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 </figure>RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas felon on new allegations.Just before 3p.m. Sunday, officers filed a report for violating a protection order and stalking in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. A 26-year-old woman was listed as the victim. Just after 4p.m. , police arrested Alfred Walls, 29, of Ellis, in Manhattan. Walls is being held on a $6,000 bond on requested charges of&nbsp; violating a protection order and stalking. Walls has two previous drug related convictions, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections.

RCPD: Kan. felon jailed on new allegations in Manhattan

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Riley County Arrest Report November 2, 3

At a round table in the&nbsp;Wheat’s On Your Mind&nbsp;studio at the Kansas Wheat Innovation Center, four Kansas commodity CEOs traded notes that sounded a lot like the conversations happening at kitchen tables across the state. They pulled back the curtain on how checkoffs work, why grower associations matter and how collaboration keeps Kansas agriculture relevant in a tough market.

Justin Gilpin of Kansas Wheat, Josh Roe of Kansas Corn, Caleb Little of Kansas Soybeans and Adam York of Kansas Grain Sorghum outlined the roles of Kansas commodity commissions and the separate, dues-funded associations that handle advocacy. The group walked through how farmer dollars support research, market development and education while associations carry out policy work in Washington, D.C. and Topeka.

They also compared Kansas’ realities with the I-states, pointing to different climate, infrastructure and biofuel dynamics. The conversation kept circling back to a Kansas advantage: farmers who raise multiple crops and organizations that plan together on markets, research and water.

That statewide perspective comes from working shoulder to shoulder.&nbsp;

“Whether it’s research at K-State or joint market development abroad, we’re all working toward the same mission: helping farmers succeed,” Gilpin said. “We face different challenges, but we share the same fields and communities.”

The CEOs highlighted the strength of Kansas research leadership, especially through Kansas State University’s College of Agriculture. From developing wheat varieties resistant to disease and drought to improving sorghum genetics through the Center for Sorghum Improvement, farmer-funded checkoff dollars are driving real results. Investments in research partnerships across K-State departments help create practical, farmer-focused innovation.&nbsp;

“Research is the long game, but it’s also the clearest return farmers can see from their checkoff,” Gilpin said. “Every new variety, pest study or efficiency breakthrough helps keep Kansas agriculture competitive.”

Still, short-term challenges remain. Commodity prices are down across the board while input costs stay high, tightening farm margins heading into 2026. The CEOs agreed that while farmers prefer markets over aid, short-term relief may be necessary until the new farm bill provisions take effect. Roe added that Kansas producers are facing gluts in corn and soybeans, while international trade slowdowns have hit sorghum and wheat exports.

“Farmers are survivors,” York said. “Getting through this next year means focusing on efficiency, maintaining markets and making sure policy decisions reflect Kansas reality.”

Each Kansas commodity group operates a farmer-elected checkoff commission that invests producer dollars back into research, education and market development. The Kansas Wheat Commission, established in 1957 through the Kansas Wheat Act, collects a state assessment of two cents per bushel of wheat sold. Those funds support programs like the Kansas Wheat Innovation Center, international trade through U.S. Wheat Associates and research collaborations at Kansas State University.

Similarly, all four Kansas commodity commissions are funded through checkoff collection at the first point of sale. These funds are used for promotion, research and market development; however, checkoff funds aren’t used for lobbying or political advocacy; the separate dues-funded grower associations handle those efforts.

Together, Kansas’ commodity groups are proving that collaboration is one of agriculture’s greatest strengths. Farmers don’t typically just grow just one commodity but include several of the four in their crop rotations. By aligning priorities such as research, market development and policy advocacy, these groups are ensuring that farmer investments generate real returns — not just in stronger crops, but in stronger communities. Even in a challenging market, Kansas agriculture continues to move forward with resilience, innovation and a shared commitment to the future.

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 </figure>They also compared Kansas’ realities with the I-states, pointing to different climate, infrastructure and biofuel dynamics. The conversation kept circling back to a Kansas advantage: farmers who raise multiple crops and organizations that plan together on markets, research and water.That statewide perspective comes from working shoulder to shoulder.&nbsp;“Whether it’s research at K-State or joint market development abroad, we’re all working toward the same mission: helping farmers succeed,” Gilpin said. “We face different challenges, but we share the same fields and communities.”The CEOs highlighted the strength of Kansas research leadership, especially through Kansas State University’s College of Agriculture. From developing wheat varieties resistant to disease and drought to improving sorghum genetics through the Center for Sorghum Improvement, farmer-funded checkoff dollars are driving real results. Investments in research partnerships across K-State departments help create practical, farmer-focused innovation.&nbsp;“Research is the long game, but it’s also the clearest return farmers can see from their checkoff,” Gilpin said. “Every new variety, pest study or efficiency breakthrough helps keep Kansas agriculture competitive.”Still, short-term challenges remain. Commodity prices are down across the board while input costs stay high, tightening farm margins heading into 2026. The CEOs agreed that while farmers prefer markets over aid, short-term relief may be necessary until the new farm bill provisions take effect. Roe added that Kansas producers are facing gluts in corn and soybeans, while international trade slowdowns have hit sorghum and wheat exports.“Farmers are survivors,” York said. “Getting through this next year means focusing on efficiency, maintaining markets and making sure policy decisions reflect Kansas reality.”Each Kansas commodity group operates a farmer-elected checkoff commission that invests producer dollars back into research, education and market development. The Kansas Wheat Commission, established in 1957 through the Kansas Wheat Act, collects a state assessment of two cents per bushel of wheat sold. Those funds support programs like the Kansas Wheat Innovation Center, international trade through U.S. Wheat Associates and research collaborations at Kansas State University.Similarly, all four Kansas commodity commissions are funded through checkoff collection at the first point of sale. These funds are used for promotion, research and market development; however, checkoff funds aren’t used for lobbying or political advocacy; the separate dues-funded grower associations handle those efforts.Together, Kansas’ commodity groups are proving that collaboration is one of agriculture’s greatest strengths. Farmers don’t typically just grow just one commodity but include several of the four in their crop rotations. By aligning priorities such as research, market development and policy advocacy, these groups are ensuring that farmer investments generate real returns — not just in stronger crops, but in stronger communities. Even in a challenging market, Kansas agriculture continues to move forward with resilience, innovation and a shared commitment to the future.

Wheat Scoop: Kansas agriculture works better together

JEFFERSON COUNTY —One person died in an accident just before 6:30p.m. Saturday in Jefferson County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2005 Ford Taurus driven by&nbsp;Stewart, Loretta L.&nbsp;Stewart, 67, Nortonville, was southbound in the northbound lane of Kansas 4 Highway just north of 62nd Street. The car struck a northbound 2019 Dodge Journey driven by Phillip A. Webster, 27, Fort Riley, head-on.

Stewart was pronounced dead at the scene and ws transported to Barnett Family Funeral Home. EMS transported Webster and passengers in the SUV including Shianne K,&nbsp;Webster, 28, and a 2-month-old girl to Stormont Vail. EMS transported a 6-month-girl in the SUV to Children's Mercy. All were properly restrained, according to the KHP.

JEFFERSON COUNTY —One person died in an accident just before 6:30p.m. Saturday in Jefferson County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2005 Ford Taurus driven by&nbsp;Stewart, Loretta L.&nbsp;Stewart, 67, Nortonville, was southbound in the northbound lane of Kansas 4 Highway just north of 62nd Street. The car struck a northbound 2019 Dodge Journey driven by Phillip A. Webster, 27, Fort Riley, head-on.Stewart was pronounced dead at the scene and ws transported to Barnett Family Funeral Home. EMS transported Webster and passengers in the SUV including Shianne K,&nbsp;Webster, 28, and a 2-month-old girl to Stormont Vail. EMS transported a 6-month-girl in the SUV to Children's Mercy. All were properly restrained, according to the KHP.

Kansas woman dead, family from Fort Riley injured in head-on crash

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Riley County Arrest Report November 1

TOPEKA&nbsp;– The&nbsp;Cold&nbsp;Weather&nbsp;Rule, designed to help Kansans who are behind on their utility payments avoid disconnection during the winter months, began on Saturday, November 1 and remains in effect through March 31.

While the&nbsp;Cold&nbsp;Weather&nbsp;Rule&nbsp;is in effect, utility companies cannot disconnect a customer's service when the local temperatures are forecast to drop below 35 degrees within the following 48-hour period. The Kansas Corporation Commission, the agency that regulates public utilities in the state, implemented the&nbsp;rule&nbsp;in 1983 to prevent utility companies from disconnecting a customer's natural gas, electric or water service during periods of extreme&nbsp;cold.

The&nbsp;Cold&nbsp;Weather&nbsp;Rule&nbsp;also requires utility companies to offer a 12-month payment plan to allow consumers to maintain or re-establish service. Any residential customer with a past due balance will qualify for payment arrangements; however, it is the customer's responsibility to contact the utility to make those arrangements.

Payment plan terms to maintain or restore service require that customers agree to pay 1/12th of the total amount owed, 1/12th of the current bill, the full amount of any disconnection or reconnection fee, plus any applicable deposit to the utility. The remaining balance must be paid in equal payments over the next 11 months, in addition to the current monthly bill.

The&nbsp;Cold&nbsp;Weather&nbsp;Rule&nbsp;applies only to residential customers of utility companies under the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.kcc.ks.gov%2Fabout-us%2Fjurisdiction%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/0101019a2b260897-9d45a153-2087-4dfa-a7b6-6e14eba5a02b-000000/x9BRqdv44vhcoh1i6KfOCI94IseoXSHbgM6MCmJ6tNg=428">KCC's jurisdiction</a>, however many municipal utilities and cooperatives have similar winter&nbsp;weather&nbsp;policies.

Information about the&nbsp;Cold&nbsp;Weather&nbsp;Rule&nbsp;is available on the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.kcc.ks.gov%2Fconsumer-information%2Fcold-weather-rule%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/0101019a2b260897-9d45a153-2087-4dfa-a7b6-6e14eba5a02b-000000/bwAQzbqogqGZW9u1mxJxkB3WOomU90cjvN1AMOZ9KPI=428">Commission’s website</a><a target="_blank" href="https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Flinkprotect.cudasvc.com%2Furl%3Fa=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.kcc.ks.gov%252Fconsumer-information%252Fcold-weather-rule%253Futm_medium%253Demail%2526utm_source%253Dgovdelivery%26c=E%252C1%252CEFhPWc-npJHC7SLIDM6OMuVKUr3wX9Xg4C-2l1zFp6i2MFyzNb_qLElkJQELZugDIrGtLQMT5BD4XlfbuOEOM56KVuryQVxL6SMnhGA16QG8r25Q%26typo=1%26utm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/0101019a2b260897-9d45a153-2087-4dfa-a7b6-6e14eba5a02b-000000/_wNNeH73-d0UdAhwOCeJdX4eMA0NIaXAzsaDXi53UGg=428">.&nbsp;</a>Kansans may also contact their local utility company or the KCC's Office of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at (800) 662-0027 or 785-271-3140 to learn more. A link to the&nbsp;Cold&nbsp;Weather&nbsp;Rule&nbsp;flyer appears below.

KCCTOPEKA&nbsp;– The&nbsp;Cold&nbsp;Weather&nbsp;Rule, designed to help Kansans who are behind on their utility payments avoid disconnection during the winter months, began on Saturday, November 1 and remains in effect through March 31.While the&nbsp;Cold&nbsp;Weather&nbsp;Rule&nbsp;is in effect, utility companies cannot disconnect a customer's service when the local temperatures are forecast to drop below 35 degrees within the following 48-hour period. The Kansas Corporation Commission, the agency that regulates public utilities in the state, implemented the&nbsp;rule&nbsp;in 1983 to prevent utility companies from disconnecting a customer's natural gas, electric or water service during periods of extreme&nbsp;cold.The&nbsp;Cold&nbsp;Weather&nbsp;Rule&nbsp;also requires utility companies to offer a 12-month payment plan to allow consumers to maintain or re-establish service. Any residential customer with a past due balance will qualify for payment arrangements; however, it is the customer's responsibility to contact the utility to make those arrangements.Payment plan terms to maintain or restore service require that customers agree to pay 1/12th of the total amount owed, 1/12th of the current bill, the full amount of any disconnection or reconnection fee, plus any applicable deposit to the utility. The remaining balance must be paid in equal payments over the next 11 months, in addition to the current monthly bill.The&nbsp;Cold&nbsp;Weather&nbsp;Rule&nbsp;applies only to residential customers of utility companies under the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.kcc.ks.gov%2Fabout-us%2Fjurisdiction%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/0101019a2b260897-9d45a153-2087-4dfa-a7b6-6e14eba5a02b-000000/x9BRqdv44vhcoh1i6KfOCI94IseoXSHbgM6MCmJ6tNg=428">KCC's jurisdiction</a>, however many municipal utilities and cooperatives have similar winter&nbsp;weather&nbsp;policies.Information about the&nbsp;Cold&nbsp;Weather&nbsp;Rule&nbsp;is available on the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.kcc.ks.gov%2Fconsumer-information%2Fcold-weather-rule%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/0101019a2b260897-9d45a153-2087-4dfa-a7b6-6e14eba5a02b-000000/bwAQzbqogqGZW9u1mxJxkB3WOomU90cjvN1AMOZ9KPI=428">Commission’s website</a><a target="_blank" href="https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Flinkprotect.cudasvc.com%2Furl%3Fa=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.kcc.ks.gov%252Fconsumer-information%252Fcold-weather-rule%253Futm_medium%253Demail%2526utm_source%253Dgovdelivery%26c=E%252C1%252CEFhPWc-npJHC7SLIDM6OMuVKUr3wX9Xg4C-2l1zFp6i2MFyzNb_qLElkJQELZugDIrGtLQMT5BD4XlfbuOEOM56KVuryQVxL6SMnhGA16QG8r25Q%26typo=1%26utm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/0101019a2b260897-9d45a153-2087-4dfa-a7b6-6e14eba5a02b-000000/_wNNeH73-d0UdAhwOCeJdX4eMA0NIaXAzsaDXi53UGg=428">.&nbsp;</a>Kansans may also contact their local utility company or the KCC's Office of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at (800) 662-0027 or 785-271-3140 to learn more. A link to the&nbsp;Cold&nbsp;Weather&nbsp;Rule&nbsp;flyer appears below.

Kansas Cold Weather Rule takes effect 

The Friends of the Fort Riley Museums announced that the Ghost Tours in person have been cancelled this year, due to the federal government shutdown. However, self-guided tours are available. To find out more about a self guided tour, check out their website <a href="https://www.fortrileymuseums.org/">here.&nbsp;</a>

-- They also provided an update on Libby Custer's Pies. Because of the shut down, Fall Apple Days was cancelled earlier this fall. However, you can still get your Libby Custer pie for Thanksgiving! <a href="https://www.fortrileymuseums.org/fall-apple-days.cfm">Click here for more info.&nbsp;</a>

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Friends of Fort Riley Museums announce self-guided Ghost Tours are available

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

Just after 6:30a.m. Thursday, officers filed a report for aggravated assault, two counts of domestic battery, two counts of mistreatment of a dependent adult, and two counts of criminal damage to property, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

A 65-year-old woman reported 30-year-old&nbsp; Nathan Bell, 30, of Manhattan, for a variety of alleged crimes. Police arrested Bell on requested charges of aggravated assault, two counts of domestic battery, one felony count of criminal damage to property, a misdemeanor count of criminal damage to property, and two counts of mistreatment of a dependent adult in Manhattan. 

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating a suspect for alleged violent crimes.Just after 6:30a.m. Thursday, officers filed a report for aggravated assault, two counts of domestic battery, two counts of mistreatment of a dependent adult, and two counts of criminal damage to property, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.A 65-year-old woman reported 30-year-old&nbsp; Nathan Bell, 30, of Manhattan, for a variety of alleged crimes. Police arrested Bell on requested charges of aggravated assault, two counts of domestic battery, one felony count of criminal damage to property, a misdemeanor count of criminal damage to property, and two counts of mistreatment of a dependent adult in Manhattan. Bell is being held on a $48,000 bond.

RCPD: Manhattan man accused of violent crimes against woman

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Riley County Arrest Report October 31

42M Americans rely on the program now facing disruptions because of the shutdown.

By:<a href="https://stateline.org/author/khardy/">Kevin Hardy</a> <a href="https://stateline.org/">Stateline</a>

There’s no way his local government can fill the void created by a disruption in the federal food stamp program, but local official Gregg Wright says his Minnesota county had to do something.

“This is pretty much a crisis for families,” said Wright, a member of the Olmsted County Board of Commissioners.

Last week, the board unanimously voted to send up to $200,000 to a local food bank to help neighbors at risk of losing food assistance because of the federal government shutdown.

Olmsted County, which has a population of about 165,000 and is home to the renowned Mayo Clinic in Rochester, expects to lose about $1.7 million per month in benefits under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, commonly known as SNAP. It’s a predicament facing leaders across the country preparing for an unprecedented pause in the nation’s largest food assistance program as the shutdown drags on.

While attorneys general and governors from 25 states and the District of Columbia&nbsp;<a href="https://stateline.org/2025/10/28/repub/democratic-ags-governors-sue-trump-over-snap-benefits-as-shutdown-hits-day-28/">sued the Trump administration</a>&nbsp;on Tuesday to try to force it to pay SNAP benefits next month, the administration says it will not release funds until the congressional budget impasse is resolved.

That leaves food banks, food pantries and local governments scrambling to prepare for an onslaught of demand. States are declaring emergencies, deploying National Guard members and sending millions of taxpayer dollars to local food banks. Nonprofits are bracing for long lines, bare shelves and even panic or civic unrest as some 42 million Americans are expected to lose access to the safety net program in a matter of days.

“The enormity of this issue is almost hard to comprehend,” said Wright, who noted that his county is just one of the more than 3,000 across the country.

The local food bank estimated it could serve SNAP families for one month by spending about $400,000 on bulk food purchases. Rather than front that whole amount, the county board challenged community members to help raise another $200,000.

Wright said the county is unable to keep funding food assistance for long.

“We can’t continue to do this without raising taxes, because it isn’t in our budget,” he said. “ … Who could plan for this? Who would expect that this would come from the federal government?”

Minnesota is among 10 states where counties administer the food stamp program rather than state governments. Across the country, state and county governments have been redirecting local resources to try to fill the shutdown gap.

California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom has set aside&nbsp;<a href="https://calmatters.org/newsletter/calfresh-government-shutdown/" target="_blank">$80 million</a>&nbsp;in state funds and deployed members of the National Guard to help food banks.

Virginia Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin declared a state of&nbsp;<a href="https://virginiamercury.com/2025/10/27/it-goes-quick-virginians-stretch-dollars-and-hope-as-snap-funding-freezes/" target="_blank">emergency</a>, saying the commonwealth would use its own funds to temporarily help SNAP recipients.

In&nbsp;<a href="https://lailluminator.com/2025/10/24/louisiana-prepares-to-continue-snap-benefits-with-150m-in-state-funding-monthly/" target="_blank">Louisiana</a>, state leaders are preparing to use $150 million monthly to help continue SNAP aid, while&nbsp;<a href="https://nevadacurrent.com/2025/10/28/nevada-officials-devising-snap-contingency-plan-relying-on-food-banks/" target="_blank">Nevada</a>&nbsp;plans to funnel $38.8 million toward local food banks.

Minnesota Democratic Gov. Tim Walz announced the state would divert&nbsp;<a href="https://minnesotareformer.com/briefs/walz-directs-4-million-to-food-shelves-as-snap-cutoff-approaches/" target="_blank">$4 million</a>&nbsp;to food shelves across the state.

“This is meant to be a bridge,” Walz said during a Monday news conference. “It will not make up and backfill everything.”

Food banks across the country are already facing increased demand.

Virginia Witherspoon, executive director of Channel One Regional Food Bank in Rochester, Minnesota, said the phone was “ringing off the hook” last week. The nonprofit distributes food to partners across 14 counties and operates its own food shelf in Rochester. That pantry saw an average of about 450 families per day last month, but by last week was already averaging 550 per day, Witherspoon said.

“I don’t blame anyone who is rushing to their local food shelf and stocking up because they’re afraid they won’t be able to feed their families,” she told Stateline. “What I would say is that food shelves in Minnesota — we’re here, we’re open, we want to serve you. We’re doing our absolute best.”

Channel One and other operators, though, are concerned about the potential for panic by families scrambling for food.

Witherspoon told the Olmsted County Board of Commissioners her organization has considered asking for a police presence, but wants to be careful about what kind of message it sends to the public. She said even increasing food distribution from once to twice a week could cause people to rush in.

She said it reminds her of the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, when she went on local television to tell people not to worry, though she was privately concerned about running out of food.

“It’s tough. On the one hand, I’m in public sounding the alarm to you, to our donors, to our government,” she told commissioners. “But on the other hand, we don’t want to make the public panic and all come shop at once. It’s really not a good situation, and we’ve never been here before.”

The predicament facing nonprofits and local governments is unprecedented: Food stamps have not been disrupted during other government shutdowns. And even the Trump administration previously offered assurance that it would tap into a multiyear contingency fund to continue paying SNAP benefits.

The administration&nbsp;<a href="https://www.newsfromthestates.com/article/usda-wont-shuffle-funds-extend-snap-during-shutdown-about-face-earlier-plan" target="_blank">reversed</a>&nbsp;that position on Friday, when the U.S. Department of Agriculture said it would not release funds in November and warned states they would not be reimbursed for spending their own revenues on the food program.

SNAP has about $6 billion in its contingency fund — short of the roughly $9 billion needed to cover a full month of the program.

It’s unclear what the administration’s position means for states that have already begun setting aside their own dollars.

Following Virginia’s&nbsp;<a href="https://www.governor.virginia.gov/media/governorvirginiagov/executive-actions/EO-54.pdf" target="_blank">emergency declaration</a>, the newly created Virginia Emergency Nutrition Assistance program is expected to send money to SNAP beneficiaries starting on Nov. 3.

The governor estimates that about $37.5 million will be allocated per week to Virginia’s roughly&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dss.virginia.gov/geninfo/reports/financial_assistance/snap_participation.cgi" target="_blank">850,000</a>&nbsp;SNAP recipients, the Virginia Mercury&nbsp;<a href="https://virginiamercury.com/2025/10/28/virginia-snap-substitute-to-roll-out-weekly-through-november/" target="_blank">reported</a>.

Neither the governor’s office nor the Virginia Department of Social Services responded to Stateline requests for comment.

North Dakota officials said they had enough cash on hand to cover November SNAP benefits, but are unable to load the funds onto people’s electronic payment cards, the North Dakota Monitor&nbsp;<a href="https://northdakotamonitor.com/2025/10/21/north-dakota-snap-funding-in-jeopardy-with-government-shutdown/" target="_blank">reported</a>.

State and federal lawmakers, advocates and attorneys general across the country have pushed the administration to release November SNAP funds.

Last week, the chief executive officer of the National Conference of State Legislatures asked the USDA to issue&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ncsl.org/resources/details/ncsl-urges-usda-to-issue-immediate-guidance-on-snap?utm_source=act-on+software&amp;utm_term=read%20ncsl%27s%20letter%20to%20the%20usda&amp;utm_campaign=ncsl%20letters%20on%20shutdown%20resisting%20preemption%20of%20state%20ai%20laws%20snap%20updates&amp;cm_mmc=act-on%20software-_-email-_-ncsl%20letters%20on%20shutdown%20resisting%20preemption%20of%20state%20ai%20laws%20snap%20updates-_-read%20ncsl%27s%20letter%20to%20the%20usda&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_content=email" target="_blank">clear guidance</a>&nbsp;on states’ ability to spend and be reimbursed for ongoing administrative costs.

North Carolina Democratic Attorney General Jeff Jackson, one of the officials who sued the Trump administration Tuesday, said 1.4 million people — including nearly 600,000 children — would lose SNAP aid in his state.

“They have emergency money to help feed children during this shutdown, and they’re refusing to spend it.”

In New Hampshire, Republican Gov. Kelly Ayotte announced a state&nbsp;<a href="https://newhampshirebulletin.com/2025/10/23/new-hampshire-announces-contingency-plan-for-snap-during-government-shutdown/" target="_blank">“contingency plan”</a>&nbsp;to help SNAP recipients. Pending approval from other state leaders, the plan would divert $2 million to the New Hampshire Food Bank to open up to 20 locations for SNAP recipients twice a week over the next five weeks.

Officials in Ayotte’s office and the state health department did not respond to Stateline requests for comment.

Elsy Cipriani, executive director of the New Hampshire Food Bank, said the organization is still working out details with the state. She said the group would likely ask to see people’s electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards — the debit cards people use to access SNAP benefits at grocery stores — to ensure the state-purchased food goes to SNAP recipients.

“While we don’t intend to replace SNAP benefits — because we can’t; there is no way that we can replace that — we are hoping to provide some relief,” she told Stateline.

In Minnesota, county leaders are working overtime in some areas to respond to questions from SNAP recipients and help find other food assistance.

That additional workload comes without any state or federal reimbursement, said Tina Schenk, the health and human services director in rural Meeker County.

“That’s just to respond to our community, because that’s our job,” she said. “But that’s very different work than we normally do.”

The reserve funds of Meeker County, home to about 23,000 people, aren’t large enough to cover even one month’s worth of SNAP benefits, Schenk said. So county staff are instead working with local nonprofits and reaching out to families who will be hardest hit by an interruption in benefits to connect them with other state grant programs.

The sole local food shelf is increasing its orders with a central food bank, Schenk said — but so is nearly every other operation in the state.

“Are they going to have enough to fulfill these orders? That’s a question that I don’t know the answer to.”

Stateline reporter Kevin Hardy can be reached at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:khardy@stateline.org">khardy@stateline.org</a>.

<figure>
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 </figure><h2>42M Americans rely on the program now facing disruptions because of the shutdown.</h2>By:<a href="https://stateline.org/author/khardy/">Kevin Hardy</a> <a href="https://stateline.org/">Stateline</a>There’s no way his local government can fill the void created by a disruption in the federal food stamp program, but local official Gregg Wright says his Minnesota county had to do something.“This is pretty much a crisis for families,” said Wright, a member of the Olmsted County Board of Commissioners.Last week, the board unanimously voted to send up to $200,000 to a local food bank to help neighbors at risk of losing food assistance because of the federal government shutdown.Olmsted County, which has a population of about 165,000 and is home to the renowned Mayo Clinic in Rochester, expects to lose about $1.7 million per month in benefits under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, commonly known as SNAP. It’s a predicament facing leaders across the country preparing for an unprecedented pause in the nation’s largest food assistance program as the shutdown drags on.While attorneys general and governors from 25 states and the District of Columbia&nbsp;<a href="https://stateline.org/2025/10/28/repub/democratic-ags-governors-sue-trump-over-snap-benefits-as-shutdown-hits-day-28/">sued the Trump administration</a>&nbsp;on Tuesday to try to force it to pay SNAP benefits next month, the administration says it will not release funds until the congressional budget impasse is resolved.That leaves food banks, food pantries and local governments scrambling to prepare for an onslaught of demand. States are declaring emergencies, deploying National Guard members and sending millions of taxpayer dollars to local food banks. Nonprofits are bracing for long lines, bare shelves and even panic or civic unrest as some 42 million Americans are expected to lose access to the safety net program in a matter of days.“The enormity of this issue is almost hard to comprehend,” said Wright, who noted that his county is just one of the more than 3,000 across the country.The local food bank estimated it could serve SNAP families for one month by spending about $400,000 on bulk food purchases. Rather than front that whole amount, the county board challenged community members to help raise another $200,000.Wright said the county is unable to keep funding food assistance for long.“We can’t continue to do this without raising taxes, because it isn’t in our budget,” he said. “ … Who could plan for this? Who would expect that this would come from the federal government?”Minnesota is among 10 states where counties administer the food stamp program rather than state governments. Across the country, state and county governments have been redirecting local resources to try to fill the shutdown gap.California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom has set aside&nbsp;<a href="https://calmatters.org/newsletter/calfresh-government-shutdown/" target="_blank">$80 million</a>&nbsp;in state funds and deployed members of the National Guard to help food banks.Virginia Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin declared a state of&nbsp;<a href="https://virginiamercury.com/2025/10/27/it-goes-quick-virginians-stretch-dollars-and-hope-as-snap-funding-freezes/" target="_blank">emergency</a>, saying the commonwealth would use its own funds to temporarily help SNAP recipients.In&nbsp;<a href="https://lailluminator.com/2025/10/24/louisiana-prepares-to-continue-snap-benefits-with-150m-in-state-funding-monthly/" target="_blank">Louisiana</a>, state leaders are preparing to use $150 million monthly to help continue SNAP aid, while&nbsp;<a href="https://nevadacurrent.com/2025/10/28/nevada-officials-devising-snap-contingency-plan-relying-on-food-banks/" target="_blank">Nevada</a>&nbsp;plans to funnel $38.8 million toward local food banks.Minnesota Democratic Gov. Tim Walz announced the state would divert&nbsp;<a href="https://minnesotareformer.com/briefs/walz-directs-4-million-to-food-shelves-as-snap-cutoff-approaches/" target="_blank">$4 million</a>&nbsp;to food shelves across the state.“This is meant to be a bridge,” Walz said during a Monday news conference. “It will not make up and backfill everything.”Food banks across the country are already facing increased demand.Virginia Witherspoon, executive director of Channel One Regional Food Bank in Rochester, Minnesota, said the phone was “ringing off the hook” last week. The nonprofit distributes food to partners across 14 counties and operates its own food shelf in Rochester. That pantry saw an average of about 450 families per day last month, but by last week was already averaging 550 per day, Witherspoon said.“I don’t blame anyone who is rushing to their local food shelf and stocking up because they’re afraid they won’t be able to feed their families,” she told Stateline. “What I would say is that food shelves in Minnesota — we’re here, we’re open, we want to serve you. We’re doing our absolute best.”Channel One and other operators, though, are concerned about the potential for panic by families scrambling for food.Witherspoon told the Olmsted County Board of Commissioners her organization has considered asking for a police presence, but wants to be careful about what kind of message it sends to the public. She said even increasing food distribution from once to twice a week could cause people to rush in.She said it reminds her of the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, when she went on local television to tell people not to worry, though she was privately concerned about running out of food.“It’s tough. On the one hand, I’m in public sounding the alarm to you, to our donors, to our government,” she told commissioners. “But on the other hand, we don’t want to make the public panic and all come shop at once. It’s really not a good situation, and we’ve never been here before.”<h2>Debate over federal funds</h2>The predicament facing nonprofits and local governments is unprecedented: Food stamps have not been disrupted during other government shutdowns. And even the Trump administration previously offered assurance that it would tap into a multiyear contingency fund to continue paying SNAP benefits.The administration&nbsp;<a href="https://www.newsfromthestates.com/article/usda-wont-shuffle-funds-extend-snap-during-shutdown-about-face-earlier-plan" target="_blank">reversed</a>&nbsp;that position on Friday, when the U.S. Department of Agriculture said it would not release funds in November and warned states they would not be reimbursed for spending their own revenues on the food program.SNAP has about $6 billion in its contingency fund — short of the roughly $9 billion needed to cover a full month of the program.It’s unclear what the administration’s position means for states that have already begun setting aside their own dollars.Following Virginia’s&nbsp;<a href="https://www.governor.virginia.gov/media/governorvirginiagov/executive-actions/EO-54.pdf" target="_blank">emergency declaration</a>, the newly created Virginia Emergency Nutrition Assistance program is expected to send money to SNAP beneficiaries starting on Nov. 3.The governor estimates that about $37.5 million will be allocated per week to Virginia’s roughly&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dss.virginia.gov/geninfo/reports/financial_assistance/snap_participation.cgi" target="_blank">850,000</a>&nbsp;SNAP recipients, the Virginia Mercury&nbsp;<a href="https://virginiamercury.com/2025/10/28/virginia-snap-substitute-to-roll-out-weekly-through-november/" target="_blank">reported</a>.Neither the governor’s office nor the Virginia Department of Social Services responded to Stateline requests for comment.North Dakota officials said they had enough cash on hand to cover November SNAP benefits, but are unable to load the funds onto people’s electronic payment cards, the North Dakota Monitor&nbsp;<a href="https://northdakotamonitor.com/2025/10/21/north-dakota-snap-funding-in-jeopardy-with-government-shutdown/" target="_blank">reported</a>.State and federal lawmakers, advocates and attorneys general across the country have pushed the administration to release November SNAP funds.Last week, the chief executive officer of the National Conference of State Legislatures asked the USDA to issue&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ncsl.org/resources/details/ncsl-urges-usda-to-issue-immediate-guidance-on-snap?utm_source=act-on+software&amp;utm_term=read%20ncsl%27s%20letter%20to%20the%20usda&amp;utm_campaign=ncsl%20letters%20on%20shutdown%20resisting%20preemption%20of%20state%20ai%20laws%20snap%20updates&amp;cm_mmc=act-on%20software-_-email-_-ncsl%20letters%20on%20shutdown%20resisting%20preemption%20of%20state%20ai%20laws%20snap%20updates-_-read%20ncsl%27s%20letter%20to%20the%20usda&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_content=email" target="_blank">clear guidance</a>&nbsp;on states’ ability to spend and be reimbursed for ongoing administrative costs.North Carolina Democratic Attorney General Jeff Jackson, one of the officials who sued the Trump administration Tuesday, said 1.4 million people — including nearly 600,000 children — would lose SNAP aid in his state.“They have emergency money to help feed children during this shutdown, and they’re refusing to spend it.”<h2>Contingency plans</h2>In New Hampshire, Republican Gov. Kelly Ayotte announced a state&nbsp;<a href="https://newhampshirebulletin.com/2025/10/23/new-hampshire-announces-contingency-plan-for-snap-during-government-shutdown/" target="_blank">“contingency plan”</a>&nbsp;to help SNAP recipients. Pending approval from other state leaders, the plan would divert $2 million to the New Hampshire Food Bank to open up to 20 locations for SNAP recipients twice a week over the next five weeks.Officials in Ayotte’s office and the state health department did not respond to Stateline requests for comment.Elsy Cipriani, executive director of the New Hampshire Food Bank, said the organization is still working out details with the state. She said the group would likely ask to see people’s electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards — the debit cards people use to access SNAP benefits at grocery stores — to ensure the state-purchased food goes to SNAP recipients.“While we don’t intend to replace SNAP benefits — because we can’t; there is no way that we can replace that — we are hoping to provide some relief,” she told Stateline.In Minnesota, county leaders are working overtime in some areas to respond to questions from SNAP recipients and help find other food assistance.That additional workload comes without any state or federal reimbursement, said Tina Schenk, the health and human services director in rural Meeker County.“That’s just to respond to our community, because that’s our job,” she said. “But that’s very different work than we normally do.”The reserve funds of Meeker County, home to about 23,000 people, aren’t large enough to cover even one month’s worth of SNAP benefits, Schenk said. So county staff are instead working with local nonprofits and reaching out to families who will be hardest hit by an interruption in benefits to connect them with other state grant programs.The sole local food shelf is increasing its orders with a central food bank, Schenk said — but so is nearly every other operation in the state.“Are they going to have enough to fulfill these orders? That’s a question that I don’t know the answer to.”Stateline reporter Kevin Hardy can be reached at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:khardy@stateline.org">khardy@stateline.org</a>.

Local leaders rush to help, but can’t fill massive SNAP void

TOPEKA —Canyon Anthony Amarys, 28, of Alamogordo, New Mexico, was arrested on October 28 in connection with his indictment for the attempted violation of the Export Control Reform Act, according to the United State's Attorney's office.&nbsp; &nbsp;Amarys was scheduled to make his initial appearance Thursday in federal court in the District of Kansas.

According to the indictment, in February 2025, at an in-person meeting between Amarys and someone he believed to be a Russian intelligence agent, Amarys signed a one-page agreement in order to confirm his covert relationship with a Russian intelligence service.&nbsp; In addition, as part of that relationship, Amarys agreed to photograph a military installation on Fort Riley, Kansas, and to procure a helicopter radio for use by the Russian military.

In March 2025, after purchasing the helicopter radio, Amarys traveled to Kansas in order to retrieve the radio and export it to a purported recipient in Romania.&nbsp; In doing so, Amarys communicated with a person he believed to be a Russian intelligence agent, and confirmed his understanding that the radio would in fact be illegally diverted to Russia.

Pursuant to a court-authorized search, investigators recovered the radio that Amarys had sought to illegally export to Russia.&nbsp; Under U.S. export laws and regulations, the export of this controlled item without a license from the U.S. Department of Commerce was unlawful.&nbsp; Amarys understood that his shipment of the radio abroad was illegal, and told the person he believed to be a Russian intelligence agent that he had researched export regulations in anticipation of their meeting in February 2025.&nbsp;

The FBI Kansas City field office is investigating the case, with valuable assistance from the U.S. Army Counterintelligence Command, the Kansas National Guard, the Department of Commerce – Bureau of Industry and Security, and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Scott Rask of the District of Kansas and Trial Attorney David Ryan of the National Security Division’s Counterintelligence and Export Control Section are prosecuting the case.

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 </figure>TOPEKA —Canyon Anthony Amarys, 28, of Alamogordo, New Mexico, was arrested on October 28 in connection with his indictment for the attempted violation of the Export Control Reform Act, according to the United State's Attorney's office.&nbsp; &nbsp;Amarys was scheduled to make his initial appearance Thursday in federal court in the District of Kansas.According to the indictment, in February 2025, at an in-person meeting between Amarys and someone he believed to be a Russian intelligence agent, Amarys signed a one-page agreement in order to confirm his covert relationship with a Russian intelligence service.&nbsp; In addition, as part of that relationship, Amarys agreed to photograph a military installation on Fort Riley, Kansas, and to procure a helicopter radio for use by the Russian military.In March 2025, after purchasing the helicopter radio, Amarys traveled to Kansas in order to retrieve the radio and export it to a purported recipient in Romania.&nbsp; In doing so, Amarys communicated with a person he believed to be a Russian intelligence agent, and confirmed his understanding that the radio would in fact be illegally diverted to Russia.Pursuant to a court-authorized search, investigators recovered the radio that Amarys had sought to illegally export to Russia.&nbsp; Under U.S. export laws and regulations, the export of this controlled item without a license from the U.S. Department of Commerce was unlawful.&nbsp; Amarys understood that his shipment of the radio abroad was illegal, and told the person he believed to be a Russian intelligence agent that he had researched export regulations in anticipation of their meeting in February 2025.&nbsp;The FBI Kansas City field office is investigating the case, with valuable assistance from the U.S. Army Counterintelligence Command, the Kansas National Guard, the Department of Commerce – Bureau of Industry and Security, and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service.Assistant U.S. Attorney Scott Rask of the District of Kansas and Trial Attorney David Ryan of the National Security Division’s Counterintelligence and Export Control Section are prosecuting the case.

National guardsman agreed to take photos at Fort Riley for 'Russian agent'

China’s agreement to purchase 180,000 metric tons of soybeans from this year’s U.S. crop could mark one of the biggest agricultural trade developments in years — and Kansas producers stand to gain in a major way.

According to Senator Roger Marshall, the deal represents roughly $15 billion in U.S. soybean exports nationwide and could generate around $1 billion annually for Kansas soybean farmers. Kansas sorghum producers are also expected to benefit, with an estimated additional $1 billion in sorghum sales.

“Kansans grow about half of the entire sorghum crop for the country, and believe it or not, China typically purchases about 80 percent of that,” one official said. “This is the biggest news we’ve had in agriculture in years.”

The deal, reached during President Donald Trump’s recent overseas visit, is being hailed as a breakthrough in reopening key markets in China and Southeast Asia. The agreement is also seen as a potential boost for other major Kansas industries, including aerospace.

"China is sitting there. They can buy Boeing jets, or they can buy Air France jets” Marshall said. "We're the ones here that are buying all of your T shirts and tennis shoes and your televisions and your iPhones, all these types of things. So, I think it's going to mean a lot to to multiple industries across the state of Kansas, agriculture and aerospace, leading the way"

Beyond agriculture, the agreement may signal a broader thaw in U.S.-China relations. Marshall believes that President Xi Jinping is expected to hold additional talks with President Trump.&nbsp; &nbsp;

"I don't doubt that President Xi will make some type of a trip here to America, and then, as these other world conferences happen from time to time that they're both there, I expect them to build upon this relationship." Marshall said.

Some observers say the move could also help stabilize global markets and ease tensions across Southeast Asia. "You know when there is, when there is world peace, the entire economy, the world economy grows as well." Marshall added.&nbsp;

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 </figure>MARC JACOBS Hutch PostChina’s agreement to purchase 180,000 metric tons of soybeans from this year’s U.S. crop could mark one of the biggest agricultural trade developments in years — and Kansas producers stand to gain in a major way.According to Senator Roger Marshall, the deal represents roughly $15 billion in U.S. soybean exports nationwide and could generate around $1 billion annually for Kansas soybean farmers. Kansas sorghum producers are also expected to benefit, with an estimated additional $1 billion in sorghum sales.<figure>
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 </figure>“Kansans grow about half of the entire sorghum crop for the country, and believe it or not, China typically purchases about 80 percent of that,” one official said. “This is the biggest news we’ve had in agriculture in years.”The deal, reached during President Donald Trump’s recent overseas visit, is being hailed as a breakthrough in reopening key markets in China and Southeast Asia. The agreement is also seen as a potential boost for other major Kansas industries, including aerospace."China is sitting there. They can buy Boeing jets, or they can buy Air France jets” Marshall said. "We're the ones here that are buying all of your T shirts and tennis shoes and your televisions and your iPhones, all these types of things. So, I think it's going to mean a lot to to multiple industries across the state of Kansas, agriculture and aerospace, leading the way"Beyond agriculture, the agreement may signal a broader thaw in U.S.-China relations. Marshall believes that President Xi Jinping is expected to hold additional talks with President Trump.&nbsp; &nbsp;"I don't doubt that President Xi will make some type of a trip here to America, and then, as these other world conferences happen from time to time that they're both there, I expect them to build upon this relationship." Marshall said.Some observers say the move could also help stabilize global markets and ease tensions across Southeast Asia. "You know when there is, when there is world peace, the entire economy, the world economy grows as well." Marshall added.&nbsp;

China's soybean purchase could bring $1B to Kansas ag economy annually

Riley County police have issued safety tips for children to keep in mind&nbsp; while trick or treating.

--Use reflective tape on buckets or bags, or glow sticks to make your children visible to everyone

--Do not go into a person's home or get into a vehicle with someone they do not know

--Wait until you get home to eat candy so it can be inspected to make sure it is safe to eat.

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 </figure>Riley County police have issued safety tips for children to keep in mind&nbsp; while trick or treating.--Use reflective tape on buckets or bags, or glow sticks to make your children visible to everyone--Stay together--Trick or treat at well lit homes--Do not go into a person's home or get into a vehicle with someone they do not know--Stay alert--Wait until you get home to eat candy so it can be inspected to make sure it is safe to eat.