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Month: September 2012

175 Years of John Deere

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There were a few extra tractors at Carrico Implement in Hays Saturday, and they were not for sale.

In fact, these tractors are old,  and most are collectors items, brought in for Carrico’s third annual Old Iron Classic Antique Tractor Show.

John Dreiling of Hays, and his dad have been collecting and restoring tractors for30 years.  “We have about 32 tractors;  most are John Deere, a few Massey.  My dad was born in 1931, and walked behind horses.  My grandpa drove a John Deere D, ” says Dreiling.  “I just like to keep the heritage going.”

After getting some driving tips from her dad, Dreiling’s 7-year-old daughter Nicole won second-place in the “Slow-Poke” race atop the family’s John Deere 60.

The event was also a celebration of the John Deere company’s 175th anniversary.

See more tonight on Street Beat Eagle Community TV Channel 14.

Monday’s Police Activity Log

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The Hays Police Department conducted 12 traffic stops and received seven animal calls on Monday, according to the Police Activity Log.

Criminal Damage: The Hays Police Department investigated two reports of criminal damage to property on Monday. The first report was in the 1200 block of Walnut Street. The alleged crime occurred between Friday, September 9th and 10:35AM Monday, September 10th. The second report of damage occurred between 11:00PM Sunday, September 9th and Monday, September 10th at 11:50AM.

Theft: Police Officers investigated a report of theft in the 1000 block of Reservation Road. Officers also investigated a report of a civil dispute in connection with the theft report at 4:34PM Monday.

Vehicle Accident: The Hays PD responded to one motor vehicle accident on Monday. The alleged accident with private property occurred at 1900 Vine Street at 3:20PM.

Eisenhower Library Marks Research Milestone

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Two military officers studying at Fort Leavenworth helped the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum reach a research milestone.

Majs. John Ordonio and John Neal from the Army’s School of Advanced Military Studies were honored Friday for helping the presidential library achieve 40,000 research visits. The officers were researching World War II operations.

The library opened in 1966. It is part of the National Archives and Records Administration System. The first research work was conducted by Myrl Bailey, a graduate student from Oklahoma State University, who researched the 1956 Suez Canal Crisis.

Library director Karl Weissenbach said interest in Eisenhower is growing, with a record 800 researchers visiting in 2011.

SEN. MORAN STATEMENT ON ANNIVERSARY OF 9/11 ATTACKS

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) has released the following statement on the 11th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks:

“No one will ever forget that September morning 11 years ago when they heard the news: America is under attack. On that day, we suffered a horrific national tragedy, the images of which are forever imprinted into my mind and the minds of the American people.

“Rather than destroying our faith in the American ideals of liberty and freedom, September 11, 2001 united us in a way I had never seen before. Out of the devastation of that day rose many heroes. We saw the stark contrast between the terrorists who plotted to kill innocent Americans, and the firefighters, rescue crews and brave citizens who willingly risked or laid down their own lives to save people they had never met.

“Through service and selflessness, we can all exemplify the type of patriotism that was so wholeheartedly shown on September 11, 2001. If you’re not sure where to start, check with your local church or community center for ideas on how you can give back – and honor the nearly 3,000 innocent people who were killed that fateful day.”

Disorderly Conduct & Battery Arrests By Hays Police

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A Salina man and two Hays men were arrested following a brawl early Friday morning in the 700 block of West 12th in Hays.  According to a report from the Hays Police Department,  all three were arrested for disorderly conduct, brawling or fighting STAT, and taken to the Ellis County Jail.   Those arrested included 24-year-old Rodrick Cornelle Emanuel of Salina;  24-year-old Trevor Ryan Ottley of Hays and 44-year-old Cory Wayne Crockett of Hays.  Those arrests occurred around 2:12 Friday morning.

Police also arrested 22-year-old Kyle Colton Clarke and charged him with Aggravated battery; Intentional bodily harm with a deadly weapon: STAT, Disorderly Conduct.  Clarke was arrested around 2am Sunday morning in the 400 block of East 8th.

A Plainville man was also arrested over the weekend.   23-year-old Brandon Thomas Finnesy around 3pm Saturday afternoon in the 4100 block of Vine Street.  Charges included Battery of LEO: State correctional officer: STAT.

Police also brought charges last Thursday to a 28-year-old Hays man.  Andrew Sanchez Cervantes was charged with Aggravated battery; Intentional great bodily harm or disfigurement: STAT.  Cervantes was arrested early Thursday afternoon in the 500 block of East 8th.

Click here for the full Hays Police Department arrest report.

County Searches for Road Improvement Funds

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With increased traffic due to development along 230th Avenue north of the interstate and east along Feedlot Road, Ellis County is searching for funding mechanisms to pave those roads. County Administrator Greg Sund says they can apply for grants, but those won’t cover the total cost.

The county anticipates even greater truck traffic as the area develops, and the roads need to be widened and paved with asphalt that can handle heavy loads.

The commission agreed to have Sund and Public Works Administrator Mike Graf apply for any applicable funding.

A Very Inspiring Story! A Promise For Tomrrow

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Watch Brett’s story as he shared how the arts made a profound impact on Brett’s life, & helped him realize that the arts could provide hope, comfort & healing to others.

339 East 8th Street, Hays, KS Phone: (785) 650-0693 www.insuringhays.com

9/11 Memorials Mark Anniversary

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On this eleventh anniversary of September 11, Kansas Senator Pat Roberts implores everyone to thank those who have fought and continue to fight the war on terror.

Roberts asks that everyone observe a moment of silence today in remembrance.

Memorials are being held in New York, at the Pentagon and in Shanksville, PA, to honor the more than 3,000 who died in the attacks eleven years ago.

Obituary – September 11, 2012

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Garlan “Mr. G’s” Schoenrock

Victoria, Kansas – Garlan “Mr. G’s “Schoenrock, age 80, died Monday, August 20, 2012, at the Wheatland Nursing Center, Russell, Kansas. He was born in LaMars, Iowa, to Emil and Ellen (Durr) Schoenrock. He married Sandra (Hall) on June 3, 1955, at Reno, Nevada.

He was a graduate of Hawarden High School, Hawarden, Iowa. He was veteran of the U.S. Air Force and served during the Korean Conflict. He worked for the Hested-Newburry Corporation and in lumber sales for 20 years. He then worked for Chief Building and Zetlow farm equipment for 8 years. He started Mr. G’s food vending trailer and catering in the late 1980’s and G & S sales until he retired in 2010. He moved to Victoria, Kansas, in 1978. He was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church and American Legion both of Hays, Kansas.

Survivors include his wife, Sandra Schoenrock, of the home; two sons, Garlan Schoenrock Jr. and wife, Jennifer, Waynesville, MO; Sue Stahlecker and husband, David, Pocatello, Idaho; Ken Schoenrock and wife, Amy, Elk City, OK; two brothers, Garry Schoenrock and wife, (Holly),Atlantic, Iowa; Denis Schoenrock Hawarden, Iowa; one sister, Elaine Kerr, San Diego, CA; eight grandchildren, Richard Schoenrock, Susan Shawger, Christina and Tim Schoenrock; Dirk and Kip Stahlecker; Aspen and Grant Schoenrock; one great grandchild, Ivy Schoenrock.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Services are 11:00 A.M. Friday, September 14, 2012, at Messiah Lutheran Church 2000 Main Street, Hays, Kansas, with Rev. Kenton Rohrberg officiating.

The family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. Friday at the church. Graveside services were Held at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, August 23, 2012, at St. Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas, with military honors by the Hays V.F.W. and American Legion.

Memorial to Messiah Lutheran Church. Cline’s Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd , Hays, Kansas 67601 is in charge of arrangements. Condolences can be sent via e-mail to [email protected].

Very Warm and Windy Today

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High temperatures will top out in the mid 90s.

A few locations could top out in the upper 90s. With a fairly dry air mass in place, relative humidity levels are expected to drop to around 10 to 15 percent in places. Gusty south winds are expected to develop again today which will exacerbate the threat for wildfires.

A cold front will drop into western Kansas on Wednesday and move south through the entire area Wednesday night. Widely scattered thunderstorms are expected along the front in the afternoon with areas of rain and thunderstorms increasing in coverage Wednesday night. This should bring beneficial rains to parts of southwest Kansas.

Last Year’s Temps/Records

2011 High: 90
2011 Low: 51
Record High: 105 (1956)
Record Low: 38 (1940, 1959)

  • Today: Sunny, with a high near 95. Windy, with a south wind 13 to 18 mph increasing to 20 to 25 mph in the afternoon.
  • Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 65. Breezy, with a south wind 13 to 23 mph.
  • Wednesday: A 10 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 5pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. South wind 8 to 13 mph becoming north northeast in the afternoon.
  • Wednesday Night: Showers and thunderstorms likely, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 1am. Low around 56. North wind 14 to 17 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
  • Thursday: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 1pm, then a chance of showers. Cloudy, with a high near 65. North wind 11 to 14 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
  • Friday: Sunny, with a high near 72.

Fort Riley Marks 9/11 Attacks With Ceremony

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The names of 16 soldiers will be added to a monument near Fort Riley’s Cavalry Parade Field to mark the 11th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks.

Officials with the Army’s 1st Infantry Division will read the names being added to the Global War on Terrorism Monument during a ceremony Tuesday at the northeast Kansas post. The soldiers were either assigned to Fort Riley or mobilized through the installation before heading to deployments.

The ceremony pays tribute to the more than 3,000 people who were killed in the attacks on New York, Washington and Pennsylvania, as well as the thousands of soldiers who have been killed or wounded in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Brig. Gen. Don MacWillie, senior commander of Fort Riley and the 1st Infantry Division, will address the ceremony.

Fees Slashed For Adoption of Some Kansas Horses Trained By Inmates

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Some horses being trained by inmates at the Hutchinson Correctional Facility are now available for adoption at the lowest price allowed under Kansas law.

The Hutchinson News reports an expanded partnership between the U.S. Bureau of Land Management and the Mustang Heritage Foundation allows the BLM to offer some horses for $125 apiece.

Between 14 and 18 minimum security inmates participate in the training program at any given time. The correctional center has areas designed to hold 350 horses in multiple enclosures and pens, all built by inmates using donated materials.

The BLM has offered horses for adoption at the Hutchinson facility since 2001, typically for fees $600 to $1,000 apiece.

Several untrained horses at the facility also are available for adoption.

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