RILEY COUNTY— Authorities are working to determine the cause of a weekend fire at a rural home in Riley County.

Just before midnight Friday, crews were dispatched to a fire at 4721 Freeman Road near Tuttle Creek Lake, according to a media release from&nbsp;Riley County Fire District #1.

The volunteer fire crews found smoke and flames showing from the residence.

One resident was treated on scene for minor injuries he sustained while exiting the home. No other injuries were reported and no pets were lost in the fire. Unfortunately, the residence and nearby outbuilding were considered a total loss. &nbsp;

The cause of this fire is under investigation by the Kansas Fire Marshal. Foul play is not suspected.&nbsp;

Manhattan Fire Department Battalion 1 and Engine 1 responded as a mutual aid request. Crews remained on scene until 7:00 a.m. Saturday morning performing mop-up operations and monitoring conditions.

"This is an unfortunate loss for the homeowner, but we are thankful no one was seriously injured and the fire didn't spread to neighboring homes," &nbsp;said Doug Russell, Deputy Chief of Operations for Riley County Fire District #1. "We are incredibly grateful to the crews who spent long hours keeping this fire contained to the initial structures.”

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 </figure>RILEY COUNTY— Authorities are working to determine the cause of a weekend fire at a rural home in Riley County.Just before midnight Friday, crews were dispatched to a fire at 4721 Freeman Road near Tuttle Creek Lake, according to a media release from&nbsp;Riley County Fire District #1.The volunteer fire crews found smoke and flames showing from the residence.One resident was treated on scene for minor injuries he sustained while exiting the home. No other injuries were reported and no pets were lost in the fire. Unfortunately, the residence and nearby outbuilding were considered a total loss. &nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>The cause of this fire is under investigation by the Kansas Fire Marshal. Foul play is not suspected.&nbsp;Manhattan Fire Department Battalion 1 and Engine 1 responded as a mutual aid request. Crews remained on scene until 7:00 a.m. Saturday morning performing mop-up operations and monitoring conditions."This is an unfortunate loss for the homeowner, but we are thankful no one was seriously injured and the fire didn't spread to neighboring homes," &nbsp;said Doug Russell, Deputy Chief of Operations for Riley County Fire District #1. "We are incredibly grateful to the crews who spent long hours keeping this fire contained to the initial structures.”

One  injured fire near Tuttle Creek Lake; home a total loss

Flint Hills Regional Leadership Program&nbsp;

The board of directors for the Flint Hills Regional Leadership announced that the application period for the 2024-25 class offering will take place May 15-July 20.

“The goal of the Flint Hills Regional Leadership Program is to motivate traditional and non-traditional leaders by teaching leadership skills.&nbsp; Through an eight-session intensive training experience the program provides wisdom building opportunities for our emerging regional leaders,” says Jack Lindquist, Executive Director.

Qualified candidates must live within or work within the four counties of Geary, Pottawatomie, Riley and Wabaunsee, or Fort Riley. Sessions for the selected class members are held throughout the region with Orientation beginning at Rock Springs Ranch and Junction City in mid-September. The remaining seven sessions follow, roughly every three weeks, with graduation in February.

New this year, Morris County was added as an Associate Member to FHRLP. Emerging leaders in the county are now able to apply but should contact the county commission for application eligibility.

By Jack Lindquist, Executive DirectorFlint Hills Regional Leadership Program&nbsp;The board of directors for the Flint Hills Regional Leadership announced that the application period for the 2024-25 class offering will take place May 15-July 20.“The goal of the Flint Hills Regional Leadership Program is to motivate traditional and non-traditional leaders by teaching leadership skills.&nbsp; Through an eight-session intensive training experience the program provides wisdom building opportunities for our emerging regional leaders,” says Jack Lindquist, Executive Director.Qualified candidates must live within or work within the four counties of Geary, Pottawatomie, Riley and Wabaunsee, or Fort Riley. Sessions for the selected class members are held throughout the region with Orientation beginning at Rock Springs Ranch and Junction City in mid-September. The remaining seven sessions follow, roughly every three weeks, with graduation in February.New this year, Morris County was added as an Associate Member to FHRLP. Emerging leaders in the county are now able to apply but should contact the county commission for application eligibility.

Application period for Flint Hills Regional Leadership program nears

WABAUNSEE COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just after 2p.m. Friday in Wabaunsee County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2018 Peterbilt semi driven by Yasiel&nbsp;Diaz Valledor, 34m&nbsp;Lehigh Acres, Florida, was southbound at 33778 Kansas 99.

The semi left the roadway to the right and the driver over-corrected. The vehicle traveled&nbsp; across the highway to the left, entered the east ditch, and struck a private driveway.&nbsp;

EMS transported Valledor to Stormont Vail. He was properly restrained, according to the KHP. He was properly restrained, according to the KHP.

WABAUNSEE COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just after 2p.m. Friday in Wabaunsee County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2018 Peterbilt semi driven by Yasiel&nbsp;Diaz Valledor, 34m&nbsp;Lehigh Acres, Florida, was southbound at 33778 Kansas 99.The semi left the roadway to the right and the driver over-corrected. The vehicle traveled&nbsp; across the highway to the left, entered the east ditch, and struck a private driveway.&nbsp;EMS transported Valledor to Stormont Vail. He was properly restrained, according to the KHP. He was properly restrained, according to the KHP.

Driver hospitalized after semi crash

DICKINSON COUNTY —Two people were injured in an accident just before 1p.m. Friday in Dickinson County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2020 Chevy Silverado driven by Brandon Alan&nbsp;Bruggman, 35, Abilene, was southbound on Kansas 15 and rear-ended a 2008 Chevy Silverado driven by Weston Scott Grant, 26, Longford, who was slowing to make a turn onto 1300 S Buckeye. 

EMS transported Grant and a passenger in the 2008 Ford identified as Steven Ray Marston, 44, Abilene, to the hospital in Abilene.&nbsp; Bruggman was not injured. Grant and Marston were not wearing seat belts, according to the KHP.

DICKINSON COUNTY —Two people were injured in an accident just before 1p.m. Friday in Dickinson County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2020 Chevy Silverado driven by Brandon Alan&nbsp;Bruggman, 35, Abilene, was southbound on Kansas 15 and rear-ended a 2008 Chevy Silverado driven by Weston Scott Grant, 26, Longford, who was slowing to make a turn onto 1300 S Buckeye. EMS transported Grant and a passenger in the 2008 Ford identified as Steven Ray Marston, 44, Abilene, to the hospital in Abilene.&nbsp; Bruggman was not injured. Grant and Marston were not wearing seat belts, according to the KHP.

2 hospitalized after Dickinson Co. rear-end crash

by BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post

MANHATTAN - Starting on Monday, May 13, 2024, the intersection of Denison and Kimball Avenues will be closed from all directions.

Access the Manhattan Fire Department and Kansas State University Foundation will be available on Denison Avenue from the North.

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Starting Monday, May 13 Kimball and Denison Closed all directions

submitted by K-State Division of Communications and Marketing, written by Grant Guggisberg

MANHATTAN -&nbsp;&nbsp;The Kansas State University Concrete Canoe team took first place at its regional competition at the Mid-America Student Symposium hosted by Missouri University of Science and Technology in April.

The win at the regional event for the American Society of Civil Engineers, or ASCE, gives the K-State team the opportunity to compete at the national competition held on the campus of Brigham Young University from June 20-22. This will be the team's second trip to the national competition in the last three years.

The event challenges participants to create a functioning canoe made of concrete. The process includes designing a hull, performing structural analysis and designing a concrete mixture that satisfies the strength requirements found in the structural analysis. Teams are judged for their final product, design paper, oral presentation and race results. Races include men's and women's sprints and endurance races.

"The objective of the competition is to 'win the bid' to manufacture 100 concrete canoes for the client, in this case, ASCE," said Cody Meyer, team president. "The canoe must meet all the criteria set forward in the 'request for proposals,' which is essentially the project specs."

This year's team changed up its design, opting to pour the canoe in segments that required multiple pours. The resulting canoe segments were then pieced together by pulling steel cables through the segments, putting tension on the cables and then anchoring the cables to the canoe. The team then put the tension force into the canoe segments and pulled them tightly together, and the finished canoe was named Connected.

"The team this year dedicated many hours to making a successful canoe," said Cody Meyer, team president. "They worked incredibly hard to make 'Connected' a reality, and their success is well deserved."

Members of the 2024-2025 Concrete Canoe team include: Ethan Holder, senior in construction science management,&nbsp;Andover;&nbsp;Keegan Harris, sophomore in construction science management,&nbsp;Columbus;&nbsp;Elle Dragone, junior in civil engineering, and Ally Hower, sophomore in architectural engineering, both from&nbsp;Council Grove;&nbsp;William Matchell, junior in civil engineering,&nbsp;Leawood;&nbsp;Campbell Gaskill, sophomore in math education,&nbsp;Lindsborg;&nbsp;Alex Ko, junior in civil engineering,&nbsp;McPherson;&nbsp;Lindsay Schupp, senior in chemical engineering,&nbsp;Oskaloosa;&nbsp;Shelby Merkel, senior in civil engineering,&nbsp;Overland Park;&nbsp;Mason Lofton, freshman in mechanical engineering,&nbsp;Piper;&nbsp;Michael Dishman, sophomore in civil engineering, and Jenna Haas, sophomore in accounting, both from&nbsp;Pratt;&nbsp;Cody Meyer, senior in civil engineering,&nbsp;Sabetha;&nbsp;Nathan Streeter, senior in civil engineering,&nbsp;Salina;&nbsp;Aidan Torrez, junior in construction science management,&nbsp;Spring Hill;&nbsp;Abbi Clark, senior in civil engineering,&nbsp;Wamego;&nbsp;Kisan Patel, senior in civil engineering,&nbsp;Wichita.From out of state: Ben Garnmeister, senior in civil engineering,&nbsp;Arlington Heights, Illinois;&nbsp;Kayleigh Bednar, senior in industrial engineering,&nbsp;Liberty, Missouri.

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 <figcaption>Members of the K-State Concrete Canoe team pose in the water at the Mid-America Student Symposium in Rolla, Missouri. From left: Nathan Streeter, Campbell Gaskill, Lindsay Schupp and Benjamin Garnmeister. The team won the event and will travel to the national competition hosted by Brigham Young University in June.</figcaption>
 </figure>submitted by K-State Division of Communications and Marketing, written by Grant GuggisbergMANHATTAN -&nbsp;&nbsp;The Kansas State University Concrete Canoe team took first place at its regional competition at the Mid-America Student Symposium hosted by Missouri University of Science and Technology in April.The win at the regional event for the American Society of Civil Engineers, or ASCE, gives the K-State team the opportunity to compete at the national competition held on the campus of Brigham Young University from June 20-22. This will be the team's second trip to the national competition in the last three years.The event challenges participants to create a functioning canoe made of concrete. The process includes designing a hull, performing structural analysis and designing a concrete mixture that satisfies the strength requirements found in the structural analysis. Teams are judged for their final product, design paper, oral presentation and race results. Races include men's and women's sprints and endurance races."The objective of the competition is to 'win the bid' to manufacture 100 concrete canoes for the client, in this case, ASCE," said Cody Meyer, team president. "The canoe must meet all the criteria set forward in the 'request for proposals,' which is essentially the project specs."This year's team changed up its design, opting to pour the canoe in segments that required multiple pours. The resulting canoe segments were then pieced together by pulling steel cables through the segments, putting tension on the cables and then anchoring the cables to the canoe. The team then put the tension force into the canoe segments and pulled them tightly together, and the finished canoe was named Connected."The team this year dedicated many hours to making a successful canoe," said Cody Meyer, team president. "They worked incredibly hard to make 'Connected' a reality, and their success is well deserved."Members of the 2024-2025 Concrete Canoe team include: Ethan Holder, senior in construction science management,&nbsp;Andover;&nbsp;Keegan Harris, sophomore in construction science management,&nbsp;Columbus;&nbsp;Elle Dragone, junior in civil engineering, and Ally Hower, sophomore in architectural engineering, both from&nbsp;Council Grove;&nbsp;William Matchell, junior in civil engineering,&nbsp;Leawood;&nbsp;Campbell Gaskill, sophomore in math education,&nbsp;Lindsborg;&nbsp;Alex Ko, junior in civil engineering,&nbsp;McPherson;&nbsp;Lindsay Schupp, senior in chemical engineering,&nbsp;Oskaloosa;&nbsp;Shelby Merkel, senior in civil engineering,&nbsp;Overland Park;&nbsp;Mason Lofton, freshman in mechanical engineering,&nbsp;Piper;&nbsp;Michael Dishman, sophomore in civil engineering, and Jenna Haas, sophomore in accounting, both from&nbsp;Pratt;&nbsp;Cody Meyer, senior in civil engineering,&nbsp;Sabetha;&nbsp;Nathan Streeter, senior in civil engineering,&nbsp;Salina;&nbsp;Aidan Torrez, junior in construction science management,&nbsp;Spring Hill;&nbsp;Abbi Clark, senior in civil engineering,&nbsp;Wamego;&nbsp;Kisan Patel, senior in civil engineering,&nbsp;Wichita.From out of state: Ben Garnmeister, senior in civil engineering,&nbsp;Arlington Heights, Illinois;&nbsp;Kayleigh Bednar, senior in industrial engineering,&nbsp;Liberty, Missouri.

K-State Concrete Canoe team wins regional competition, advances to nationals

FORT RILEY —Two soldiers are recovering from injuries in a helicopter crash that occurred on Tuesday at Fort Riley, according to Fort Riley Public Affairs Officer, LTC Jefferson Grimes.

The incident involved a Boeing AH-64 took place during Combat Aviation Brigade’s gunnery training.

The injured crew members are receiving the necessary medical treatment, according to Grimes.&nbsp; Their names have not been released.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

FORT RILEY —Two soldiers are recovering from injuries in a helicopter crash that occurred on Tuesday at Fort Riley, according to Fort Riley Public Affairs Officer, LTC Jefferson Grimes.The incident involved a Boeing AH-64 took place during Combat Aviation Brigade’s gunnery training.The injured crew members are receiving the necessary medical treatment, according to Grimes.&nbsp; Their names have not been released.The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

Fort Riley helicopter crash that injured 2 under investigation

MANHATTAN - Kansas State University has selected 15 new members to represent the Mortar Board Senior Honor Society, as the 2024-2025 class.

To be considered for membership, individuals must meet the organization's ideals of leadership, scholarship and service to the university and within the Manhattan community.

New members of the Mortar Board Honor Society include:

Brody Mispagel, biology,&nbsp;Atchison; Jacob Hofman, political science and economics,&nbsp;Baldwin City; Jazmin Graham, human health biology,&nbsp;Bonner Springs; Cheyenne Niblack, secondary education and theatre,&nbsp;Douglass; Campbell McNorton, social transformation and global food systems leadership,&nbsp;Eudora;William Matchell, civil engineering,&nbsp;Leawood; Ryan Pope, biology,&nbsp;Manhattan; Ryan Kempker, kinesiology,&nbsp;Olathe; PJ O'Neil, industrial engineering, and Rita Woster, biological systems engineering,&nbsp;Overland Park; and Henry Roth, finance,&nbsp;Shawnee.

From out of state: Teaghan Morton, athletic training,&nbsp;Golden, Colorado; Jesus Barragan, interior design, and Nicole Wagoner, biomedical and electrical engineering,&nbsp;Kansas City, Missouri; and Maggie Banhart, medical biochemistry and Spanish,&nbsp;Lee’s Summit, Missouri.

Second year Mortar Board Honor Society members include:

Andrew Navarro, political science,&nbsp;Leawood; and Sami Villasana, environmental geoscience,&nbsp;Aurora, Colorado.

Mortar Board Senior Honor Society chapter advisors are&nbsp;Murry Streetman, assistant professor in the Staley School of Leadership, and Angela Glean, program and project assistant in the Student Access Center.

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - Kansas State University has selected 15 new members to represent the Mortar Board Senior Honor Society, as the 2024-2025 class.To be considered for membership, individuals must meet the organization's ideals of leadership, scholarship and service to the university and within the Manhattan community.New members of the Mortar Board Honor Society include:Brody Mispagel, biology,&nbsp;Atchison; Jacob Hofman, political science and economics,&nbsp;Baldwin City; Jazmin Graham, human health biology,&nbsp;Bonner Springs; Cheyenne Niblack, secondary education and theatre,&nbsp;Douglass; Campbell McNorton, social transformation and global food systems leadership,&nbsp;Eudora;William Matchell, civil engineering,&nbsp;Leawood; Ryan Pope, biology,&nbsp;Manhattan; Ryan Kempker, kinesiology,&nbsp;Olathe; PJ O'Neil, industrial engineering, and Rita Woster, biological systems engineering,&nbsp;Overland Park; and Henry Roth, finance,&nbsp;Shawnee.From out of state: Teaghan Morton, athletic training,&nbsp;Golden, Colorado; Jesus Barragan, interior design, and Nicole Wagoner, biomedical and electrical engineering,&nbsp;Kansas City, Missouri; and Maggie Banhart, medical biochemistry and Spanish,&nbsp;Lee’s Summit, Missouri.Second year Mortar Board Honor Society members include:Andrew Navarro, political science,&nbsp;Leawood; and Sami Villasana, environmental geoscience,&nbsp;Aurora, Colorado.Mortar Board Senior Honor Society chapter advisors are&nbsp;Murry Streetman, assistant professor in the Staley School of Leadership, and Angela Glean, program and project assistant in the Student Access Center.

2024-25 K-State Mortar Board Senior Honor Society class selected

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;

SARAYAH MONAE SMITH, 19, Wichita, Failure to appear;&nbsp;

AVAYA LYNN BRITSCHGE, 16, Manhattan, Possession of marijuana; Processed through North Central Kansas Juvenile Intake

ROBERTO LOPEZ GARCIA, 27, Wichita, Failure to appear; Bond $2,000

KYLA MARIELL MCCLURE, 15, Manhattan, Possession of marijuana; 1 prior conviction; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Cigarette and tobacco products act; Buy for &lt;18 YOA; Processed through North Central Kansas Juvenile Intake

JOSHUA LUKE BERKSTRESSER, 41, Topeka, Theft of property or services; Value less than $1,500; Shoplifting; Arrested and released on bond by Jackson County Sheriff's Office

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;SARAYAH MONAE SMITH, 19, Wichita, Failure to appear;&nbsp;AVAYA LYNN BRITSCHGE, 16, Manhattan, Possession of marijuana; Processed through North Central Kansas Juvenile IntakeROBERTO LOPEZ GARCIA, 27, Wichita, Failure to appear; Bond $2,000KYLA MARIELL MCCLURE, 15, Manhattan, Possession of marijuana; 1 prior conviction; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Cigarette and tobacco products act; Buy for &lt;18 YOA; Processed through North Central Kansas Juvenile IntakeJOSHUA LUKE BERKSTRESSER, 41, Topeka, Theft of property or services; Value less than $1,500; Shoplifting; Arrested and released on bond by Jackson County Sheriff's Office

Riley County Arrest Report May 10

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a business burglary and asking the public for help with information.

Just before 8:30a.m. Thursday, officers filed a report of burglary in the 900 block of Stadel Road, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.&nbsp; 

Elite Maintenance and Construction reported an unknown suspect took various power tools. Estimated total loss is in the thousands of dollars. 

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

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a business burglary and asking the public for help with information.Just before 8:30a.m. Thursday, officers filed a report of burglary in the 900 block of Stadel Road, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.&nbsp; Elite Maintenance and Construction reported an unknown suspect took various power tools. Estimated total loss is in the thousands of dollars. Anyone with information can contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rileycountypolice.org/287/Crime-Stoppers">Crime Stoppers</a>. Using Crime Stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

RCPD: Tools worth thousands of dollars taken in burglary

MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS: Hear from Pawnee Mental Health reps on the importance of mental health awareness, self-care tips, and all the services they provide for our community.&nbsp;🫶&nbsp;🫶 #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

P.S. If you or someone you know is struggling or are in need of support, here is a list of resources that can help:

Manhattan Area Resources: -Pawnee Mental Health Services Crisis Stabilization Unit - 800-609-2002 -Katie's Way - 785-320-7331 -Courser Lapo - 785-539-5755 -Ascension Via Christi Emergency Room, located at 1823 College Avenue -Riley County Police Department, Mental Health Co-Responder - 785-537-2112 -United Way Resources - Dial 211 or visit <a href="https://211kansas.myresourcedirectory.com/">211Kansas.myresourcedirectory.com</a> -KCSL - Call 1-800-Children or visit <a href="https://1800childrenks.org/">1800childrenks.org</a> -<a href="https://www.mhkmentalhealth.org/">MHKMentalHealth.org</a>

National Resources -<a href="https://988lifeline.org/">National Suicide Prevention Lifeline</a> - DIAL 988 -<a href="https://sprc.org/">Suicide Prevention Resource Center</a> -<a href="https://afsp.org/get-help/">American Foundation for Suicide Prevention</a> -<a href="https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help/?gad_source=1&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwi_exBhA8EiwA_kU1MrnxSnyr0VHBn7NrQveDj4_iZ3yVXEvmgrDhvLyrUDGiBtPfVGZLGBoC9zYQAvD_BwE">Trevor Project</a> -<a href="https://www.crisistextline.org/text-us/">Crisis Text Line</a>&nbsp;- TEXT Home to 741741 -<a href="https://www.nami.org/findsupport/">National Alliance on Mental Health</a> -<a href="https://suicidology.org/?gad_source=1&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwi_exBhA8EiwA_kU1MrtsIQ7poqcXlKxQnmGiMqUHs-NUXz8dVPu4w1P-NfyN0Fxwb9TjXxoCoSUQAvD_BwE">American Association of Suicidology</a> -<a href="https://jasonfoundation.com/get-involved/student/a-friend-asks-app/">A Friend Asks</a>

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 </figure>MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS: Hear from Pawnee Mental Health reps on the importance of mental health awareness, self-care tips, and all the services they provide for our community.&nbsp;🫶&nbsp;🫶 #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth<div><iframe title="Episode 19 - A Plateful of Omega 3s and Super Foods" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=8w94p-160b643-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=3267a3&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=2baf9e" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>P.S. If you or someone you know is struggling or are in need of support, here is a list of resources that can help:Manhattan Area Resources: -Pawnee Mental Health Services Crisis Stabilization Unit - 800-609-2002 -Katie's Way - 785-320-7331 -Courser Lapo - 785-539-5755 -Ascension Via Christi Emergency Room, located at 1823 College Avenue -Riley County Police Department, Mental Health Co-Responder - 785-537-2112 -United Way Resources - Dial 211 or visit <a href="https://211kansas.myresourcedirectory.com/">211Kansas.myresourcedirectory.com</a> -KCSL - Call 1-800-Children or visit <a href="https://1800childrenks.org/">1800childrenks.org</a> -<a href="https://www.mhkmentalhealth.org/">MHKMentalHealth.org</a>National Resources -<a href="https://988lifeline.org/">National Suicide Prevention Lifeline</a> - DIAL 988 -<a href="https://sprc.org/">Suicide Prevention Resource Center</a> -<a href="https://afsp.org/get-help/">American Foundation for Suicide Prevention</a> -<a href="https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help/?gad_source=1&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwi_exBhA8EiwA_kU1MrnxSnyr0VHBn7NrQveDj4_iZ3yVXEvmgrDhvLyrUDGiBtPfVGZLGBoC9zYQAvD_BwE">Trevor Project</a> -<a href="https://www.crisistextline.org/text-us/">Crisis Text Line</a>&nbsp;- TEXT Home to 741741 -<a href="https://www.nami.org/findsupport/">National Alliance on Mental Health</a> -<a href="https://suicidology.org/?gad_source=1&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwi_exBhA8EiwA_kU1MrtsIQ7poqcXlKxQnmGiMqUHs-NUXz8dVPu4w1P-NfyN0Fxwb9TjXxoCoSUQAvD_BwE">American Association of Suicidology</a> -<a href="https://jasonfoundation.com/get-involved/student/a-friend-asks-app/">A Friend Asks</a>

🎙: Little Apple Bites: A Plateful of Omega 3s and Super Foods

MANHATTAN - Pawnee Mental Health is delighted to introduce Vanessa Buso, our newest team member serving as the Military Treatment Coordinator. Vanessa is committed to delivering exceptional support and care to the military community spanning across all 10 counties within Pawnee's service area.

With a deep commitment to serving those who have served, Buso brings a wealth of experience and expertise in supporting active duty, reserves, national guard, and prior service members. She will offer tailored treatment plans to meet the unique needs of each consumer, fostering collaboration both within and outside the network.

Born and raised in sunny San Diego, California, Buso developed a passion for service early on, participating heavily in the Army JROTC program during high school before joining the Army directly after graduation. With roles ranging from truck driver to human resources specialist, including a deployment to Afghanistan for Operation Enduring Freedom in 2010, Buso brings firsthand knowledge and understanding of military life to her practice.

After retiring from the Army, Buso pursued higher education, earning a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master's in marriage and family therapy. Her journey included invaluable experiences at an inpatient psychiatric hospital and as an Army Community Service Specialist, honing her skills in mental health support and counseling.

"We are delighted to welcome Vanessa to our team. With her extensive background and dedication to serving the military community, we are confident that she will make a lasting and positive impact on the lives of our clients," added Becky Woodward, Chief Clinical Officer at Pawnee Mental Health.

Reflecting on her journey so far, Buso shares, "Being a part of the Pawnee Team has been a great experience. Where I can help and reach the lives of all types of people,” highlighting the fulfilling nature of her role at Pawnee.

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 </figure>submitted by Pawnee Mental HealthMANHATTAN - Pawnee Mental Health is delighted to introduce Vanessa Buso, our newest team member serving as the Military Treatment Coordinator. Vanessa is committed to delivering exceptional support and care to the military community spanning across all 10 counties within Pawnee's service area.With a deep commitment to serving those who have served, Buso brings a wealth of experience and expertise in supporting active duty, reserves, national guard, and prior service members. She will offer tailored treatment plans to meet the unique needs of each consumer, fostering collaboration both within and outside the network.Born and raised in sunny San Diego, California, Buso developed a passion for service early on, participating heavily in the Army JROTC program during high school before joining the Army directly after graduation. With roles ranging from truck driver to human resources specialist, including a deployment to Afghanistan for Operation Enduring Freedom in 2010, Buso brings firsthand knowledge and understanding of military life to her practice.After retiring from the Army, Buso pursued higher education, earning a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master's in marriage and family therapy. Her journey included invaluable experiences at an inpatient psychiatric hospital and as an Army Community Service Specialist, honing her skills in mental health support and counseling."We are delighted to welcome Vanessa to our team. With her extensive background and dedication to serving the military community, we are confident that she will make a lasting and positive impact on the lives of our clients," added Becky Woodward, Chief Clinical Officer at Pawnee Mental Health.Reflecting on her journey so far, Buso shares, "Being a part of the Pawnee Team has been a great experience. Where I can help and reach the lives of all types of people,” highlighting the fulfilling nature of her role at Pawnee.MANHATTAN -&nbsp;

Buso joins Pawnee Mental Health as Military Treatment Coordinator

By BECKY GOFF Little Apple Post

MANHATTAN - On Thursday morning, Manhattan City Commissioner, Peter Oppelt issued a video statement on social media following the news of City of Manhattan Mayor, Wynn Butler's arrest for DUI on Wednesday evening.

Commissioner Oppelt's <a href="https://www.facebook.com/reel/438072848864635">statement can be found here</a>, or watched below:

Information on City of Manhattan Mayor Wynn Butler's <a href="https://littleapplepost.com/posts/1eb1632e-ed16-4249-a414-541d6af70f9e">arrest can be found here</a>.

Officials with the City of Manhattan have confirmed Mayor Winfried “Wynn” Butler has resigned his position as Mayor and City Commissioner effective Thursday(May 8, 2024) morning.

By BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - On Thursday morning, Manhattan City Commissioner, Peter Oppelt issued a video statement on social media following the news of City of Manhattan Mayor, Wynn Butler's arrest for DUI on Wednesday evening.Commissioner Oppelt's <a href="https://www.facebook.com/reel/438072848864635">statement can be found here</a>, or watched below:<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/xPAGlXyYN3U?si=kMgAE52sAY1C1Z4v" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>Information on City of Manhattan Mayor Wynn Butler's <a href="https://littleapplepost.com/posts/1eb1632e-ed16-4249-a414-541d6af70f9e">arrest can be found here</a>.Officials with the City of Manhattan have confirmed Mayor Winfried “Wynn” Butler has resigned his position as Mayor and City Commissioner effective Thursday(May 8, 2024) morning.

MHK City Commissioner Peter Oppelt releases video statement after arrest of Mayor Wynn Butler

RILEY COUNTY— The mayor of Manhattan resigned after he was arrested in connection with an alleged DUI crash that occurred just after 8:30 p.m. Wednesday in Manhattan.

According to the Riley County Police Department activity report, an Infinity passenger vehicle driven by 72-year-old <a href="https://cityofmhk.com/1703/Mayor-Wynn-Butler">Winfried Butler,</a> of Manhattan, struck Candlewood Liquor&nbsp;in the 3200 block of Kimball Avenue.

&nbsp;The total estimated loss in this matter is over $1,000. Butler was arrested and cited for driving under the influence.&nbsp; He met the requirement of a $750 bond and is no longer in custody, according to the RCPD.&nbsp;&nbsp;

After his arrest Butler resigned, according to a statement from fellow city commissioner Peter Oppelt.&nbsp; Mayor Pro Tem Susan Adamchak will now take over as mayor.

Butler was first elected to the Manhattan City Commission in April 2011, according to the city web site. He served as Mayor in 2014-2015 and 2021. He was re-elected to the Commission in 2021 for a four-year term.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715272569983.png" alt="Crash photos&nbsp; courtesy Candlewood Retail Liquor. They are still open for business." />
 <figcaption>Crash photos&nbsp; courtesy Candlewood Retail Liquor. They are still open for business.</figcaption>
 </figure>RILEY COUNTY— The mayor of Manhattan resigned after he was arrested in connection with an alleged DUI crash that occurred just after 8:30 p.m. Wednesday in Manhattan.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715267065929.png" alt="Wynn Butler -photo city of Manhattan" />
 <figcaption>Wynn Butler -photo city of Manhattan</figcaption>
 </figure>According to the Riley County Police Department activity report, an Infinity passenger vehicle driven by 72-year-old <a href="https://cityofmhk.com/1703/Mayor-Wynn-Butler">Winfried Butler,</a> of Manhattan, struck Candlewood Liquor&nbsp;in the 3200 block of Kimball Avenue.&nbsp;The total estimated loss in this matter is over $1,000. Butler was arrested and cited for driving under the influence.&nbsp; He met the requirement of a $750 bond and is no longer in custody, according to the RCPD.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715272595068.png" alt="Crash photos courtesy Candlewood Retail Liquor. They are still open for business." />
 <figcaption>Crash photos courtesy Candlewood Retail Liquor. They are still open for business.</figcaption>
 </figure>After his arrest Butler resigned, according to a statement from fellow city commissioner Peter Oppelt.&nbsp; Mayor Pro Tem Susan Adamchak will now take over as mayor.Butler was first elected to the Manhattan City Commission in April 2011, according to the city web site. He served as Mayor in 2014-2015 and 2021. He was re-elected to the Commission in 2021 for a four-year term.

Mayor of Manhattan resigns after alleged DUI crash into liquor store

RICHARD ARON LOWERY, 26, Ogden, Possession of stimulant; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Bond $2,000

BRITTANY DIANE CONARD, 26, Ogden, Possession of stimulant; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Driving while suspended; 1st conviction; Driving while under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $4,000

MAURICE MONA JOHNSON, 49, Manhattan, Violate protection order; Abuse order per KSA 63105, 63106, 63107; Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution; Bond $2,000

LADONNA MAE WOLLARD, 23, Emporia, Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution; Bond $500

<a href="https://littleapplepost.com/posts/1eb1632e-ed16-4249-a414-541d6af70f9e">WINFRIED WOLFGANG PRSTON BUTLER</a>, 72, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

WILLIAM LEONARD HENSON JR, 52, Manhattan, Failure to appear x2; Bond $1,000

GARRETT KANE SILVA, 27, Berthoud, CO, Computer unlawful acts; False representation with damage &lt; $100,000 x7; Theft by deception; Value less than $1,500 x2; Probation Violation; Theft by deception; $1500 or less from 3 business in 72 hrs; All Other Larceny; Bond $17,500

PAMELA MAY ANN HALL, 19, Manhattan, Battery; Physical contact in rude, insulting, angry manner; Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Aggravated intimidation of a witness/victim; Threat of force/violence; Criminal threat; Cause terror, evacuation or disruption; Bond $5,000

MYCARIA DESHYA BLEVINS, 16, Manhattan, Disorderly conduct; Brawling or fighting; Processed through North Central Kansas Juvenile Intake

YASMINE SHANTELLE ALLEN, 21, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $500

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;RICHARD ARON LOWERY, 26, Ogden, Possession of stimulant; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Bond $2,000BRITTANY DIANE CONARD, 26, Ogden, Possession of stimulant; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Driving while suspended; 1st conviction; Driving while under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $4,000MAURICE MONA JOHNSON, 49, Manhattan, Violate protection order; Abuse order per KSA 63105, 63106, 63107; Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution; Bond $2,000LADONNA MAE WOLLARD, 23, Emporia, Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose misdemeanor warrant service or execution; Bond $500<a href="https://littleapplepost.com/posts/1eb1632e-ed16-4249-a414-541d6af70f9e">WINFRIED WOLFGANG PRSTON BUTLER</a>, 72, Manhattan, Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750WILLIAM LEONARD HENSON JR, 52, Manhattan, Failure to appear x2; Bond $1,000GARRETT KANE SILVA, 27, Berthoud, CO, Computer unlawful acts; False representation with damage &lt; $100,000 x7; Theft by deception; Value less than $1,500 x2; Probation Violation; Theft by deception; $1500 or less from 3 business in 72 hrs; All Other Larceny; Bond $17,500PAMELA MAY ANN HALL, 19, Manhattan, Battery; Physical contact in rude, insulting, angry manner; Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Aggravated intimidation of a witness/victim; Threat of force/violence; Criminal threat; Cause terror, evacuation or disruption; Bond $5,000MYCARIA DESHYA BLEVINS, 16, Manhattan, Disorderly conduct; Brawling or fighting; Processed through North Central Kansas Juvenile IntakeYASMINE SHANTELLE ALLEN, 21, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $500

Riley County Arrest Report May 9

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

Just before 12:30p.m. Wednesday, officers filed a report of criminal damage to property in the 2100 block of Poyntz Avenuye.

 Manhattan High School reported a known subject threw a rock through a window of the school in the overnight hours breaking the window. Estimated total loss is approximately $1,000.

RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged criminal damage to property in Manhattan.Just before 12:30p.m. Wednesday, officers filed a report of criminal damage to property in the 2100 block of Poyntz Avenuye. Manhattan High School reported a known subject threw a rock through a window of the school in the overnight hours breaking the window. Estimated total loss is approximately $1,000.

RCPD: Suspect threw rock, broke window at Manhattan High School

RILEY COUNTY —On May 3, Senator Roger Marshall convened a roundtable discussion at the Riley County Police Department headquarters, inviting law enforcement officials from surrounding agencies to provide insights into prevalent issues within their jurisdictions.

The meeting aimed to address concerns ranging from drug activities and human trafficking to broader law enforcement challenges.

During the discussion, various representatives highlighted critical issues and initiatives within their respective departments. Notable discussions included, but were not limited to, the following topics:

Senator Marshall addressed the gathered officials, underscoring the importance of prioritizing mental health care within law enforcement agencies and advocating for increased support and resources. He expressed concerns about the stress levels among law enforcement personnel, drawing parallels with the high suicide rates among farmers.&nbsp;

RCPD would like to extend our gratitude to Senator Roger Marshall for his unwavering commitment to our communities and law enforcement agencies. The dedication to understanding and addressing the challenges we face is invaluable. We appreciate greatly the opportunity to engage in constructive dialog.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715262869261.png" alt="Photo RCPD" />
 <figcaption>Photo RCPD</figcaption>
 </figure>RILEY COUNTY —On May 3, Senator Roger Marshall convened a roundtable discussion at the Riley County Police Department headquarters, inviting law enforcement officials from surrounding agencies to provide insights into prevalent issues within their jurisdictions.The meeting aimed to address concerns ranging from drug activities and human trafficking to broader law enforcement challenges.During the discussion, various representatives highlighted critical issues and initiatives within their respective departments. Notable discussions included, but were not limited to, the following topics:<ul>
 <li>Emphasizing the reprioritization of efforts toward combating human trafficking, with a particular focus on tackling the surge in fentanyl-related incidents.</li><li>Budgetary constraints and the importance of leveraging federal funds for technological advancements, including the implementation of tag readers for enhanced surveillance. Strains on local budgets due to technological demands, particularly in cybersecurity, and the importance of addressing these issues at their source.</li><li>The efforts of the DEA task force in combating drug distribution networks, particularly focusing on arresting individuals responsible for fentanyl-related overdoses. Discussions highlighted the vulnerability of juveniles and the urgent need for law enforcement and prosecution education.</li><li>Addressing the escalating mental health crisis, stressing the need for better resources and education, particularly targeting school-aged children.</li><li>Advocating for increased education and training for officers in dealing with fentanyl-related incidents and emphasized the importance of proactive measures in drug detection.</li><li>Concerns regarding the lack of body scanners in jails and reiterated the mental health challenges faced by staff, leading to retention issues.</li><li>Cybersecurity challenges and the need for sustained funding for maintenance and training, particularly regarding new technologies.</li>
 </ul>Senator Marshall addressed the gathered officials, underscoring the importance of prioritizing mental health care within law enforcement agencies and advocating for increased support and resources. He expressed concerns about the stress levels among law enforcement personnel, drawing parallels with the high suicide rates among farmers.&nbsp;RCPD would like to extend our gratitude to Senator Roger Marshall for his unwavering commitment to our communities and law enforcement agencies. The dedication to understanding and addressing the challenges we face is invaluable. We appreciate greatly the opportunity to engage in constructive dialog.

Senator Marshall holds roundtable discussion with law enforcement officials

The appearance of stripe rust adds insult to injury to this year’s wheat crop, but Kansas growers should scout fields and have their management strategy ready for this yield- and quality-limiting disease. Stripe rust has now been detected in 35 Kansas counties, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://sfdzp7cab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NBdc_P1lcz2g3CVo8kQx7q_MaAGxzICESTG8W9pkW76bYeqZ0xbspSLMifPZt-DLdKCqW_VEo1fP3kx2L8AW6VhTOaV56Do6qgY3l_jwt9V_9fuAnj72vwQZ6zDfuqWyQa26Rh1nZUq9_gxRyCWVoWijvaxtVPZQaaxhLUsXvRxIiqYJitIdkw==&amp;c=cQsnOsCCZGwtgKWFBqIzlpH52SAPGvqwlHUpfW_xe89hFQ9N7nV5fQ==&amp;ch=M459CWoOrs-B0JrbRraJAFk38wqyaFkzY9oEWm6T1KplPU14AZb5vw==" target="_blank">Wheat Ag Pest Monitor</a>.

While most of these observations have been at low or trace levels, the&nbsp;<a href="https://sfdzp7cab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NBdc_P1lcz2g3CVo8kQx7q_MaAGxzICESTG8W9pkW76bYeqZ0xbspSLMifPZt-DLg73_U3BMeCZbRSyrlUaTzvzn5OsU0OokmdwtHOmp2kiiX5zXgzyqYR4us4Kiz72dsicqgNkvJ5sumAvuWkk9FhAie00wTrphviRarj3F4ENmzZhWvBzQpLw3iapJQEDldroqWsUAB_79u_ZApDbUQ7kih-11KLybw0IJP7QdbMHGHP93Psqmqw==&amp;c=cQsnOsCCZGwtgKWFBqIzlpH52SAPGvqwlHUpfW_xe89hFQ9N7nV5fQ==&amp;ch=M459CWoOrs-B0JrbRraJAFk38wqyaFkzY9oEWm6T1KplPU14AZb5vw==" target="_blank">K-State Agronomy eUpdate issued on May 2, 2024</a>, noted, “Up until this point, the disease has largely&nbsp;been limited&nbsp;by lack of moisture.” Scattered showers across the state over the weekend and into the start of the week have reduced that limiting factor.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“Since the eUpdate&nbsp;was published&nbsp;on May 2, the risk of severe disease has elevated in north-central and northwest Kansas,” said Kelsey Andersen Onofre, K-State assistant professor of plant pathology.&nbsp;“We are&nbsp;keeping a close eye on&nbsp;this part of the state.”&nbsp;

Stripe rust develops in cool, humid weather with rapid disease development between 50 and 60 degrees. The disease slows when nighttime temperatures are above 68 degrees&nbsp;or&nbsp;daytime temperatures&nbsp;have highs above&nbsp;80 degrees for several days.&nbsp;

Stripe rust shows as yellow or orange blister-like lesions arranged in stripes on the plant’s leaves. Timing is&nbsp;important&nbsp;as stripe rust has the highest impact on yield and quality when the crop is still in the flowering or early kernel-filling stages of development. Stripe rust on the upper leaves or flag leaf are of particular concern.&nbsp;

In south and south-central Kansas, the wheat crop has progressed past the optimal window for a fungicide application. According to K-State, the risk of yield loss from stripe rust decreases when the disease is spotted in fields already in the dough stages of grain development.&nbsp;In northwest and north-central Kansas,&nbsp;however, the crop is further behind and more vulnerable.&nbsp;

In addition to limiting yield, Onofre noted that K-State research has seen a three to nine percent decrease in test weight in susceptible varieties under high stripe rust disease pressure, varying between wheat varieties and environments. This impact is&nbsp;important&nbsp;for end-use quality as test weight provides an initial&nbsp;indicator of quality&nbsp;and works as a rough estimate of potential flour yield.&nbsp;

While detrimental to yield and quality, producers can effectively treat stripe rust with foliar fungicides,&nbsp;particularly&nbsp;if applied at earlier growth stages. According to the eUpdate, “K-State research demonstrates that if stripe rust&nbsp;is detected&nbsp;on flag leaves at the heading growth stage, there is a 90% chance your fungicide application will pay off.&nbsp;This&nbsp;is a year when scouting will be critical.”&nbsp;

Producers should also pay close attention to labels and information on the pre-harvest intervals for their preferred fungicides. K-State also has&nbsp;<a href="https://sfdzp7cab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NBdc_P1lcz2g3CVo8kQx7q_MaAGxzICESTG8W9pkW76bYeqZ0xbspSLMifPZt-DLw5Lw_dRsezzXYTV0E8zRuCdTYdTEhMqz6dBR5_0j1Z-w53ujoExXVl15etIrVyE0xSNs3fX6cCIceht-gLzMs6vxO_rxWsNYNihrqoXmCzPleoU56-r49Q==&amp;c=cQsnOsCCZGwtgKWFBqIzlpH52SAPGvqwlHUpfW_xe89hFQ9N7nV5fQ==&amp;ch=M459CWoOrs-B0JrbRraJAFk38wqyaFkzY9oEWm6T1KplPU14AZb5vw==" target="_blank">resources</a>&nbsp;available on the most common fungicides.

The K-State agronomy eUpdate provides five questions to help producers decide whether or not to apply fungicide at this time to treat stripe rust:&nbsp;

1.&nbsp;What variety is planted?&nbsp;The wheat industry specifically includes stripe rust resistance in public and private breeding programs, providing built-in genetic resistance in certain varieties. These specific varieties likely would not benefit from a fungicide application. Check&nbsp;<a href="https://sfdzp7cab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NBdc_P1lcz2g3CVo8kQx7q_MaAGxzICESTG8W9pkW76bYeqZ0xbspaRnkDhKzmw2Op5fTOuzdeQt2wI3pAzcA8Fy0ntf61ATWiK6N4QIwvU2WACQEwTbBy8s8FE1swbuMBogUGvNVqMnn-vjjHv_icwDzrWljE_omxeuHcspwPzuS1UNJ6RlKA==&amp;c=cQsnOsCCZGwtgKWFBqIzlpH52SAPGvqwlHUpfW_xe89hFQ9N7nV5fQ==&amp;ch=M459CWoOrs-B0JrbRraJAFk38wqyaFkzY9oEWm6T1KplPU14AZb5vw==" target="_blank">Kansas Wheat Variety Guide 2023</a>&nbsp;for how your varieties&nbsp;are rated&nbsp;for stripe rust resistance.&nbsp;

2.&nbsp;Has stripe rust been detected in the field?&nbsp;Common sense and science agree that if stripe rust&nbsp;is already established&nbsp;in the field, increased disease levels will follow if the weather is right. Pay close attention if stripe rust is present on flag leaves when the crop is heading.&nbsp;

3.&nbsp;Does the field’s yield potential justify a fungicide application?&nbsp;A fungicide can provide a 10 to 15 percent yield boost under moderate to high stripe rust pressure.&nbsp;But, if the disease is&nbsp;not present&nbsp;or the crop is in poor&nbsp;to&nbsp;very poor&nbsp;condition, a fungicide application may not pay off.&nbsp;

4.&nbsp;How much moisture has the field received recently?&nbsp;The eUpdate noted stripe rust shows up in fields about&nbsp;10&nbsp;days from&nbsp;when the infection first occurs, so producers should continue scouting fields, especially if they have received rainfall.&nbsp;

5.&nbsp;What is the fusarium head scab risk?&nbsp;If a field has a history of head scab and the current year’s crop is approaching flowering, producers may be able to control both stripe rust and head scab with a single application this year.&nbsp;

Keep track of the latest recommendations from K-State for wheat producers at&nbsp;<a href="https://sfdzp7cab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NBdc_P1lcz2g3CVo8kQx7q_MaAGxzICESTG8W9pkW76bYeqZ0xbspR4xc2dK86gqcVnB_GNknekwjq_PSUCMHCnj7O0l7HkMa0r5AUN0nO7idfMButdVOEcFAb7QUaDBj2bCQ6uKD5fy2icoXIQY0h7j12sZJqB4&amp;c=cQsnOsCCZGwtgKWFBqIzlpH52SAPGvqwlHUpfW_xe89hFQ9N7nV5fQ==&amp;ch=M459CWoOrs-B0JrbRraJAFk38wqyaFkzY9oEWm6T1KplPU14AZb5vw==" target="_blank">https://eupdate.agronomy.ksu.edu</a>.&nbsp;

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<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1655426692793.jpeg" alt="" />
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 </figure>JULIA DEBES Kansas WheatThe appearance of stripe rust adds insult to injury to this year’s wheat crop, but Kansas growers should scout fields and have their management strategy ready for this yield- and quality-limiting disease. Stripe rust has now been detected in 35 Kansas counties, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://sfdzp7cab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NBdc_P1lcz2g3CVo8kQx7q_MaAGxzICESTG8W9pkW76bYeqZ0xbspSLMifPZt-DLdKCqW_VEo1fP3kx2L8AW6VhTOaV56Do6qgY3l_jwt9V_9fuAnj72vwQZ6zDfuqWyQa26Rh1nZUq9_gxRyCWVoWijvaxtVPZQaaxhLUsXvRxIiqYJitIdkw==&amp;c=cQsnOsCCZGwtgKWFBqIzlpH52SAPGvqwlHUpfW_xe89hFQ9N7nV5fQ==&amp;ch=M459CWoOrs-B0JrbRraJAFk38wqyaFkzY9oEWm6T1KplPU14AZb5vw==" target="_blank">Wheat Ag Pest Monitor</a>.While most of these observations have been at low or trace levels, the&nbsp;<a href="https://sfdzp7cab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NBdc_P1lcz2g3CVo8kQx7q_MaAGxzICESTG8W9pkW76bYeqZ0xbspSLMifPZt-DLg73_U3BMeCZbRSyrlUaTzvzn5OsU0OokmdwtHOmp2kiiX5zXgzyqYR4us4Kiz72dsicqgNkvJ5sumAvuWkk9FhAie00wTrphviRarj3F4ENmzZhWvBzQpLw3iapJQEDldroqWsUAB_79u_ZApDbUQ7kih-11KLybw0IJP7QdbMHGHP93Psqmqw==&amp;c=cQsnOsCCZGwtgKWFBqIzlpH52SAPGvqwlHUpfW_xe89hFQ9N7nV5fQ==&amp;ch=M459CWoOrs-B0JrbRraJAFk38wqyaFkzY9oEWm6T1KplPU14AZb5vw==" target="_blank">K-State Agronomy eUpdate issued on May 2, 2024</a>, noted, “Up until this point, the disease has largely&nbsp;been limited&nbsp;by lack of moisture.” Scattered showers across the state over the weekend and into the start of the week have reduced that limiting factor.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Since the eUpdate&nbsp;was published&nbsp;on May 2, the risk of severe disease has elevated in north-central and northwest Kansas,” said Kelsey Andersen Onofre, K-State assistant professor of plant pathology.&nbsp;“We are&nbsp;keeping a close eye on&nbsp;this part of the state.”&nbsp;Stripe rust develops in cool, humid weather with rapid disease development between 50 and 60 degrees. The disease slows when nighttime temperatures are above 68 degrees&nbsp;or&nbsp;daytime temperatures&nbsp;have highs above&nbsp;80 degrees for several days.&nbsp;Stripe rust shows as yellow or orange blister-like lesions arranged in stripes on the plant’s leaves. Timing is&nbsp;important&nbsp;as stripe rust has the highest impact on yield and quality when the crop is still in the flowering or early kernel-filling stages of development. Stripe rust on the upper leaves or flag leaf are of particular concern.&nbsp;In south and south-central Kansas, the wheat crop has progressed past the optimal window for a fungicide application. According to K-State, the risk of yield loss from stripe rust decreases when the disease is spotted in fields already in the dough stages of grain development.&nbsp;In northwest and north-central Kansas,&nbsp;however, the crop is further behind and more vulnerable.&nbsp;In addition to limiting yield, Onofre noted that K-State research has seen a three to nine percent decrease in test weight in susceptible varieties under high stripe rust disease pressure, varying between wheat varieties and environments. This impact is&nbsp;important&nbsp;for end-use quality as test weight provides an initial&nbsp;indicator of quality&nbsp;and works as a rough estimate of potential flour yield.&nbsp;While detrimental to yield and quality, producers can effectively treat stripe rust with foliar fungicides,&nbsp;particularly&nbsp;if applied at earlier growth stages. According to the eUpdate, “K-State research demonstrates that if stripe rust&nbsp;is detected&nbsp;on flag leaves at the heading growth stage, there is a 90% chance your fungicide application will pay off.&nbsp;This&nbsp;is a year when scouting will be critical.”&nbsp;Producers should also pay close attention to labels and information on the pre-harvest intervals for their preferred fungicides. K-State also has&nbsp;<a href="https://sfdzp7cab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NBdc_P1lcz2g3CVo8kQx7q_MaAGxzICESTG8W9pkW76bYeqZ0xbspSLMifPZt-DLw5Lw_dRsezzXYTV0E8zRuCdTYdTEhMqz6dBR5_0j1Z-w53ujoExXVl15etIrVyE0xSNs3fX6cCIceht-gLzMs6vxO_rxWsNYNihrqoXmCzPleoU56-r49Q==&amp;c=cQsnOsCCZGwtgKWFBqIzlpH52SAPGvqwlHUpfW_xe89hFQ9N7nV5fQ==&amp;ch=M459CWoOrs-B0JrbRraJAFk38wqyaFkzY9oEWm6T1KplPU14AZb5vw==" target="_blank">resources</a>&nbsp;available on the most common fungicides.The K-State agronomy eUpdate provides five questions to help producers decide whether or not to apply fungicide at this time to treat stripe rust:&nbsp;1.&nbsp;What variety is planted?&nbsp;The wheat industry specifically includes stripe rust resistance in public and private breeding programs, providing built-in genetic resistance in certain varieties. These specific varieties likely would not benefit from a fungicide application. Check&nbsp;<a href="https://sfdzp7cab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NBdc_P1lcz2g3CVo8kQx7q_MaAGxzICESTG8W9pkW76bYeqZ0xbspaRnkDhKzmw2Op5fTOuzdeQt2wI3pAzcA8Fy0ntf61ATWiK6N4QIwvU2WACQEwTbBy8s8FE1swbuMBogUGvNVqMnn-vjjHv_icwDzrWljE_omxeuHcspwPzuS1UNJ6RlKA==&amp;c=cQsnOsCCZGwtgKWFBqIzlpH52SAPGvqwlHUpfW_xe89hFQ9N7nV5fQ==&amp;ch=M459CWoOrs-B0JrbRraJAFk38wqyaFkzY9oEWm6T1KplPU14AZb5vw==" target="_blank">Kansas Wheat Variety Guide 2023</a>&nbsp;for how your varieties&nbsp;are rated&nbsp;for stripe rust resistance.&nbsp;2.&nbsp;Has stripe rust been detected in the field?&nbsp;Common sense and science agree that if stripe rust&nbsp;is already established&nbsp;in the field, increased disease levels will follow if the weather is right. Pay close attention if stripe rust is present on flag leaves when the crop is heading.&nbsp;3.&nbsp;Does the field’s yield potential justify a fungicide application?&nbsp;A fungicide can provide a 10 to 15 percent yield boost under moderate to high stripe rust pressure.&nbsp;But, if the disease is&nbsp;not present&nbsp;or the crop is in poor&nbsp;to&nbsp;very poor&nbsp;condition, a fungicide application may not pay off.&nbsp;4.&nbsp;How much moisture has the field received recently?&nbsp;The eUpdate noted stripe rust shows up in fields about&nbsp;10&nbsp;days from&nbsp;when the infection first occurs, so producers should continue scouting fields, especially if they have received rainfall.&nbsp;5.&nbsp;What is the fusarium head scab risk?&nbsp;If a field has a history of head scab and the current year’s crop is approaching flowering, producers may be able to control both stripe rust and head scab with a single application this year.&nbsp;Keep track of the latest recommendations from K-State for wheat producers at&nbsp;<a href="https://sfdzp7cab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NBdc_P1lcz2g3CVo8kQx7q_MaAGxzICESTG8W9pkW76bYeqZ0xbspR4xc2dK86gqcVnB_GNknekwjq_PSUCMHCnj7O0l7HkMa0r5AUN0nO7idfMButdVOEcFAb7QUaDBj2bCQ6uKD5fy2icoXIQY0h7j12sZJqB4&amp;c=cQsnOsCCZGwtgKWFBqIzlpH52SAPGvqwlHUpfW_xe89hFQ9N7nV5fQ==&amp;ch=M459CWoOrs-B0JrbRraJAFk38wqyaFkzY9oEWm6T1KplPU14AZb5vw==" target="_blank">https://eupdate.agronomy.ksu.edu</a>.&nbsp;<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Wheat Scoop: K-State recommends scouting and addressing stripe rust

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Kansas First District Congressman Tracey Mann talked to Hutch Post Wednesday afternoon after he spoke Wednesday morning about the Farm Bill on the House Floor again and he really does see movement now.

"It's been very frustrating," Mann said. "I went to the floor for the 27th time, calling on Congress to pass a five-year Farm Bill. It's been delayed. It's been very frustrating, but, what's going to happen is, on the House side, the text has been drafted, it's going to be released here in the next few days. Later this month, we'll have a markup at committee, which means that committee will go through it, we'll consider it, we'll vote on it, vote on the amendments that come up and then pass it on to the House floor. It looks like we're finally starting to make some progress on the Farm Bill."

If current schedules hold, that markup is scheduled for May 23.

"It's important that we get a fiscally responsible Farm Bill," Mann said. "Within that, top priorities for me are crop insurance, trade and research, as well as oversight. Specifically, on crop insurance, and we've talked about this over the last few months, crop insurance is such an important risk management tool for our ag producers and a very successful public private partnership. There will be efforts to weaken, diminish, chip away at crop insurance. I think we need to be strengthening it, fortifying it and making it better. That will be a big priority, also, on trade, when you talk about a fiscally responsible Farm Bill, if you look at the dollars, as a nation, that we spend, in promoting trade and opening up other markets overseas, it's an incredibly high return on that investment. That warrants further investment to make sure that we have robust international markets for ag products, those are going to be big focuses for me at the markup here in a couple weeks."

The extension of the current Farm Bill expires Sept. 30.

Below is a podcast of Mann's interview with Nick Gosnell.

<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Kansas First District Congressman Tracey Mann talked to Hutch Post Wednesday afternoon after he spoke Wednesday morning about the Farm Bill on the House Floor again and he really does see movement now."It's been very frustrating," Mann said. "I went to the floor for the 27th time, calling on Congress to pass a five-year Farm Bill. It's been delayed. It's been very frustrating, but, what's going to happen is, on the House side, the text has been drafted, it's going to be released here in the next few days. Later this month, we'll have a markup at committee, which means that committee will go through it, we'll consider it, we'll vote on it, vote on the amendments that come up and then pass it on to the House floor. It looks like we're finally starting to make some progress on the Farm Bill."If current schedules hold, that markup is scheduled for May 23."It's important that we get a fiscally responsible Farm Bill," Mann said. "Within that, top priorities for me are crop insurance, trade and research, as well as oversight. Specifically, on crop insurance, and we've talked about this over the last few months, crop insurance is such an important risk management tool for our ag producers and a very successful public private partnership. There will be efforts to weaken, diminish, chip away at crop insurance. I think we need to be strengthening it, fortifying it and making it better. That will be a big priority, also, on trade, when you talk about a fiscally responsible Farm Bill, if you look at the dollars, as a nation, that we spend, in promoting trade and opening up other markets overseas, it's an incredibly high return on that investment. That warrants further investment to make sure that we have robust international markets for ag products, those are going to be big focuses for me at the markup here in a couple weeks."The extension of the current Farm Bill expires Sept. 30.Below is a podcast of Mann's interview with Nick Gosnell.<div><iframe title="Congressman Tracey Mann" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=47scb-1608d23-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=ff6d00" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Mann: Farm Bill markup 'in a couple weeks'

NATHAN LEE BILLER, 31, Manhattan, Battery on LEO; Bodily harm to county or city officer on duty; Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose felony warrant service or execution; Possession of marijuana; 1 prior conviction; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Bond $10,000

RANDALL EUGENE CHILDSON, 23, Manhattan, Possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant; Bond $5,000

MARQUISE RENAL WILLIAMS, 26, Manhattan, Failure to appear x2; Bond $1,000

ELMER WILFREDO OBANDO PALACIO, 29, Manhattan, Operate a MV w/o a valid license; Bond $500

DEVAGHN MALIK GORDON, 28, Manhattan, Driving while suspended; 2nd or subsequent conviction; Maximum speed limits; Bond $1,500

BRIANA RANEE WILSON, 27, Kansas City, Failure to appear; Bond $2,000

SOLOMON L EDWARDS, 48, Junction City, Probation violation; Bond $20,000; released to custody of Geary County Sheriff's Office

LADAISHA RENEE RANSOM, 20, Manhattan, Criminal possession of weapon by felon; Firearm used in non-person felony; Aggravated assault; Use of a deadly weapon; Bond $30,000

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;NATHAN LEE BILLER, 31, Manhattan, Battery on LEO; Bodily harm to county or city officer on duty; Interference with LEO; obstruct/resist/oppose felony warrant service or execution; Possession of marijuana; 1 prior conviction; Use/possess w/intent to use drug paraphernalia into human body; Bond $10,000RANDALL EUGENE CHILDSON, 23, Manhattan, Possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant; Bond $5,000MARQUISE RENAL WILLIAMS, 26, Manhattan, Failure to appear x2; Bond $1,000ELMER WILFREDO OBANDO PALACIO, 29, Manhattan, Operate a MV w/o a valid license; Bond $500DEVAGHN MALIK GORDON, 28, Manhattan, Driving while suspended; 2nd or subsequent conviction; Maximum speed limits; Bond $1,500BRIANA RANEE WILSON, 27, Kansas City, Failure to appear; Bond $2,000SOLOMON L EDWARDS, 48, Junction City, Probation violation; Bond $20,000; released to custody of Geary County Sheriff's OfficeLADAISHA RENEE RANSOM, 20, Manhattan, Criminal possession of weapon by felon; Firearm used in non-person felony; Aggravated assault; Use of a deadly weapon; Bond $30,000

Riley County Arrest Report May 8

MANHATTAN - On Wednesday, Kansas State University announced the pledge of $1 million from ADM, a global leader in human and animal nutrition to&nbsp;Kansas State University’s Global Center for Grain and Food Innovation.

Kansas State University’s Global Center for Grain and Food Innovation includes one of four new or renovated facilities in the University's College of Agriculture's Agriculture Innovation Initiative.

K-State students will experience elevated academic experiences, find support in food product development, food safety and security, and continue sparking innovation within the industry with the help of this investment by ADM.

“I want to thank ADM for its investment in our Global Center for Grain and Food Innovation,” said Ernie Minton, Eldon Gideon Dean for the College of Agriculture and Director of K-State Research and Extension. “The College of Agriculture is consistently ranked as one of the top 10 higher education ag programs in the nation, and this donation will help ensure we remain at the top in educating students, leading in research and helping our partners feed a hungry world.” &nbsp;

Within the Global Center, thirty percent will be dedicated to on-site collaboration between private enterprises and public resources with state-of-the-art laboratories, classrooms and interdisciplinary partner spaces.

“ADM is excited to support the development of the Global Center for Grain and Food Innovation at Kansas State University. The facility will not only foster new collaborations across the university, but it will enhance the student experience by way of research, creativity and innovation,” said Tedd Kruse, president of ADM Milling. “ADM’s purpose is to unlock the power of nature to enrich the quality of life, and as a milling and baking solutions leader, we are proud to support K-State’s Agricultural Innovation Initiative to help deliver a pathway for highly trained students to lead the advancement of new technologies and change within the industry.”

The Agriculture Innovation Initiative also includes the&nbsp;Agronomy Research and Innovation Center, the Bilbrey Family Event Center, and Call and Weber halls.&nbsp;

The upgrades to the Global Center will support continued grain, food, animal and agronomy research at K-State.

“Our Agriculture Innovation Initiative marks a significant milestone for land-grant universities, especially in K-State’s commitment to interdisciplinary research and development,” said university President Richard Linton. “By fostering greater collaboration across departments and colleges, we’ll broaden the university’s research opportunities and outcomes while working alongside other organizations and private industry partners. This represents an exciting new chapter for K-State, solidifying its position as the next-generation university in education, research and industry.”

<figure>
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 </figure>By BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - On Wednesday, Kansas State University announced the pledge of $1 million from ADM, a global leader in human and animal nutrition to&nbsp;Kansas State University’s Global Center for Grain and Food Innovation.Kansas State University’s Global Center for Grain and Food Innovation includes one of four new or renovated facilities in the University's College of Agriculture's Agriculture Innovation Initiative.K-State students will experience elevated academic experiences, find support in food product development, food safety and security, and continue sparking innovation within the industry with the help of this investment by ADM.“I want to thank ADM for its investment in our Global Center for Grain and Food Innovation,” said Ernie Minton, Eldon Gideon Dean for the College of Agriculture and Director of K-State Research and Extension. “The College of Agriculture is consistently ranked as one of the top 10 higher education ag programs in the nation, and this donation will help ensure we remain at the top in educating students, leading in research and helping our partners feed a hungry world.” &nbsp;Within the Global Center, thirty percent will be dedicated to on-site collaboration between private enterprises and public resources with state-of-the-art laboratories, classrooms and interdisciplinary partner spaces.“ADM is excited to support the development of the Global Center for Grain and Food Innovation at Kansas State University. The facility will not only foster new collaborations across the university, but it will enhance the student experience by way of research, creativity and innovation,” said Tedd Kruse, president of ADM Milling. “ADM’s purpose is to unlock the power of nature to enrich the quality of life, and as a milling and baking solutions leader, we are proud to support K-State’s Agricultural Innovation Initiative to help deliver a pathway for highly trained students to lead the advancement of new technologies and change within the industry.”The Agriculture Innovation Initiative also includes the&nbsp;Agronomy Research and Innovation Center, the Bilbrey Family Event Center, and Call and Weber halls.&nbsp;The upgrades to the Global Center will support continued grain, food, animal and agronomy research at K-State.“Our Agriculture Innovation Initiative marks a significant milestone for land-grant universities, especially in K-State’s commitment to interdisciplinary research and development,” said university President Richard Linton. “By fostering greater collaboration across departments and colleges, we’ll broaden the university’s research opportunities and outcomes while working alongside other organizations and private industry partners. This represents an exciting new chapter for K-State, solidifying its position as the next-generation university in education, research and industry.”

K-State receives $1M donation from ADM for Agricultural innovation

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

Just before 10a.m. Tuesday, police arrested 20-year-old Ladaisha Ransom of Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report.

 Ransom was arrested on probable cause offenses of criminal possession of a weapon by a felon and aggravated assault. 

Ransom remains jailed on a$30,000 bond.&nbsp; On May 1, Ransom was jailed for an alleged probation violation.&nbsp; 

In 2019, Ransom was among two teens accused of making felony criminal threats on social media. 

At the time, the RCPD&nbsp; reported the teens made threatening messages on Snapchat and appeared to have a gun. A citizen tipped police to the post which reportedly was aimed at two other teens. All four were students at the Manhattan High West Campus.

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas felon on new allegations.Just before 10a.m. Tuesday, police arrested 20-year-old Ladaisha Ransom of Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. Ransom was arrested on probable cause offenses of criminal possession of a weapon by a felon and aggravated assault. Ransom remains jailed on a$30,000 bond.&nbsp; On May 1, Ransom was jailed for an alleged probation violation.&nbsp; In 2019, Ransom was among two teens accused of making felony criminal threats on social media. At the time, the RCPD&nbsp; reported the teens made threatening messages on Snapchat and appeared to have a gun. A citizen tipped police to the post which reportedly was aimed at two other teens. All four were students at the Manhattan High West Campus.

Kansas felon jailed in Manhattan on new allegations

TOPEKA&nbsp;– Kansas Tourism today announced the Barn Adaptation and Restoration Needs (BARN) Grant Program is open for applications. This is the first grant program of its kind for Kansas Tourism. The grant has been created to support and expand agritourism businesses across Kansas through converting underutilized or vacant historic barns into new venues.

“Transforming barns through the BARN program will preserve historical structures and repurpose them into vibrant hubs for agritourism activities, all while bringing new life and economic opportunities into Kansas communities,”&nbsp;Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said. “By revitalizing these iconic buildings, we are honoring our state’s agricultural roots and planting seeds for future businesses to grow and prosper.”

The BARN grant program is designed to spur economic growth and help create memorable visitor experiences by preserving a significant aspect of Kansas’ architectural history. These grants are specifically designed to rescue iconic barns from likely demolition or collapse and rehabilitate them into spaces conducive for new or expanding agritourism businesses.

“The type of project we are looking for are those that have the potential to bring new visitors to Kansas,”&nbsp;Kansas Tourism Director Bridgette Jobe said. “Agritourism is an effective way to celebrate our state’s agricultural tradition while providing unforgettable travel experiences to our visitors.”

A total of $100,000 will be provided this year, with a maximum of $25,000 available per project. Applications are open until July 31 and awards will be made in September. BARN guidelines and applications are available&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LnRyYXZlbGtzLmNvbS90cmF2ZWwtaW5kdXN0cnkvcHJvZ3JhbXMtYW5kLXJlc291cmNlcy9ncmFudHMvYmFybi8iLCJidWxsZXRpbl9pZCI6IjIwMjQwNTA4Ljk0NDg1NTMxIn0.UCyOwqalwhz_B5kqy1e6svvTMHJz6KTVjRF16kdiUx0/s/2584887534/br/242073442957-l" target="_blank">here</a>.

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 </figure>submitted by Kansas TourismTOPEKA&nbsp;– Kansas Tourism today announced the Barn Adaptation and Restoration Needs (BARN) Grant Program is open for applications. This is the first grant program of its kind for Kansas Tourism. The grant has been created to support and expand agritourism businesses across Kansas through converting underutilized or vacant historic barns into new venues.“Transforming barns through the BARN program will preserve historical structures and repurpose them into vibrant hubs for agritourism activities, all while bringing new life and economic opportunities into Kansas communities,”&nbsp;Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said. “By revitalizing these iconic buildings, we are honoring our state’s agricultural roots and planting seeds for future businesses to grow and prosper.”The BARN grant program is designed to spur economic growth and help create memorable visitor experiences by preserving a significant aspect of Kansas’ architectural history. These grants are specifically designed to rescue iconic barns from likely demolition or collapse and rehabilitate them into spaces conducive for new or expanding agritourism businesses.“The type of project we are looking for are those that have the potential to bring new visitors to Kansas,”&nbsp;Kansas Tourism Director Bridgette Jobe said. “Agritourism is an effective way to celebrate our state’s agricultural tradition while providing unforgettable travel experiences to our visitors.”A total of $100,000 will be provided this year, with a maximum of $25,000 available per project. Applications are open until July 31 and awards will be made in September. BARN guidelines and applications are available&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LnRyYXZlbGtzLmNvbS90cmF2ZWwtaW5kdXN0cnkvcHJvZ3JhbXMtYW5kLXJlc291cmNlcy9ncmFudHMvYmFybi8iLCJidWxsZXRpbl9pZCI6IjIwMjQwNTA4Ljk0NDg1NTMxIn0.UCyOwqalwhz_B5kqy1e6svvTMHJz6KTVjRF16kdiUx0/s/2584887534/br/242073442957-l" target="_blank">here</a>.

Kansas Tourism announces Barn Adaptation and Restoration Needs(BARN) grant program

MANHATTAN - The Flint Hills Discovery Center's director, Susan Adams, has announced her retirement, following 12 years with the FHDC.&nbsp;

Adams will officially retire on Thursday, May 23, 2024.

“It has been an honor and a privilege to serve as the Director of the Flint Hills Discovery Center.” Adams said, adding, “Over the years, I have seen the way this community and region have embraced the Discovery Center as a success story. I look forward to seeing its continued growth and expansion.”

Adams started as Director of the FHDC in 2016, prior to her appointment as director, she worked as the Guest Services Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, and Interim Director.&nbsp;

During her time as director, Adams, the Discovery Center has continued to have growth in attendance and membership and has an annual economic impact on the Manhattan community of $3.2 million.

“Twelve years ago, this region discovered this new venue for learning and celebrating the unique ecosystem of Kansas' tall grass prairie (the largest in the world). We learned that a huge global audience, generally unaware of this natural history and beauty, would start their awareness through the Flint Hills Discovery Center’s incredible displays, learning centers, and Immersive Theater.” noted Jack Lindquist, President of the Flint Hills Discovery Center Foundation, “The volunteer board members of the Foundation are beyond proud of the success of Director Susan Adams and her steadfast dedication to enhance and improve the Flint Hills Discovery Center since the doors opened.”

Upon retirement, Susan Adams and her husband Mitch plan&nbsp;to spend more time with family including their three grandchildren.

The public is invited to a retirement reception for Susan Adams at the Flint Hills Discovery Center on Thursday, May 23 from 3:00-5:00 p.m.

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 </figure>by BECKY GOFF Little Apple PostMANHATTAN - The Flint Hills Discovery Center's director, Susan Adams, has announced her retirement, following 12 years with the FHDC.&nbsp;Adams will officially retire on Thursday, May 23, 2024.“It has been an honor and a privilege to serve as the Director of the Flint Hills Discovery Center.” Adams said, adding, “Over the years, I have seen the way this community and region have embraced the Discovery Center as a success story. I look forward to seeing its continued growth and expansion.”Adams started as Director of the FHDC in 2016, prior to her appointment as director, she worked as the Guest Services Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, and Interim Director.&nbsp;During her time as director, Adams, the Discovery Center has continued to have growth in attendance and membership and has an annual economic impact on the Manhattan community of $3.2 million.“Twelve years ago, this region discovered this new venue for learning and celebrating the unique ecosystem of Kansas' tall grass prairie (the largest in the world). We learned that a huge global audience, generally unaware of this natural history and beauty, would start their awareness through the Flint Hills Discovery Center’s incredible displays, learning centers, and Immersive Theater.” noted Jack Lindquist, President of the Flint Hills Discovery Center Foundation, “The volunteer board members of the Foundation are beyond proud of the success of Director Susan Adams and her steadfast dedication to enhance and improve the Flint Hills Discovery Center since the doors opened.”Upon retirement, Susan Adams and her husband Mitch plan&nbsp;to spend more time with family including their three grandchildren.The public is invited to a retirement reception for Susan Adams at the Flint Hills Discovery Center on Thursday, May 23 from 3:00-5:00 p.m.

Flint Hills Discovery Center Director announces retirement plans

MALIK TERRELL PETERS, 27, Manhattan, Forgery; Making or altering a written instrument; 1st conviction x3; Computer unlawful acts; False representation with damage &lt;$100,000; Theft of property or services; Value $1,500 to $25,000; All Other Larceny; Bond $15,000

SEAN THOMAS SAWTELLE JR, 29, Manhattan, Criminal damage to property; Without consent value &lt; $1000; Bond $2,000

MICAHEL ANTHONY SMITH II, 23, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $1,000

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.&nbsp;MALIK TERRELL PETERS, 27, Manhattan, Forgery; Making or altering a written instrument; 1st conviction x3; Computer unlawful acts; False representation with damage &lt;$100,000; Theft of property or services; Value $1,500 to $25,000; All Other Larceny; Bond $15,000SEAN THOMAS SAWTELLE JR, 29, Manhattan, Criminal damage to property; Without consent value &lt; $1000; Bond $2,000MICAHEL ANTHONY SMITH II, 23, Manhattan, Failure to appear; Bond $1,000KASEY AARON NATIONS, 27, Ogden, Probation Violation; Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; Bond $2,750AUSTIN KIRK SWAFFORD, 39, Manhattan, Probation Violation; Bond $2,500TAYLOR LYNN STUTHEIT, 28, Topeka, Arrested and released on bond by Shawnee County Sheriff's Office on 04/26/2024 for Failure to appear; Arrested and released on bond by Shawnee County Sheriff's Office on 5/4/2024 for Probation Violation

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