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Month: September 2012

FHSU Men’s Soccer Climbs to No. 9 in NSCAA Poll

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After a perfect 2-0 week, including a win over a top 25 team, the Fort Hays State men’s soccer team jumped to No. 9 in NSCAA/Continental Tire NCAA Division II Men’s Poll released today (Sept. 25). The No. 9 ranking is the highest in the program’s short two-year history. FHSU was No. 15 in last week’s poll.

The Tigers, who are ranked for the fourth-straight week, went 2-0 last week to improve to 7-1 on the season and 3-0 in the MIAA. FHSU won in two overtimes, 3-2, against then-No. 20 Northeastern State.  Tomas Mares, who was named MIAA Men’s Soccer Athlete of the Week, scored the game-winner in the second overtime. The Tigers then defeated Harding, 2-1, on Saturday.

In the Central Regional rankings, the Tigers continue to hold the top spot. No. 21 Lindenwood (5-1-2) moved to No. 2 and Northeastern (5-2) dropped to No. 3.

FHSU is one of two MIAA teams ranked this week. Lindenwood jumped into the rankings at No. 21, while Northeastern State, which was ranked No. 20 last week, fell out of the polls.

The Tigers welcome Lindenwood to Hays on Thursday for a 7pm match.

– FHSU Sports Information –

Another Touching Story!

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Carole & Michele turned tragedy into a partnership, helping other women be prepared, even if they weren’t.

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Mares Named MIAA Men’s Soccer Athlete of the Week

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Tomas Mares garnered MIAA Men’s Soccer Athlete of the Week honors, announced today (Sept. 25) by the MIAA office. Mares is the first Tiger to earn the honor in the programs short history in the MIAA.

Mares delivered the game winning goal in the second overtime against Northeastern State in a match-up of top 25 teams and the two top teams in the region. Just over a minute into the second overtime Mares controlled a free kick from Carlos Linares from midfield and fired near the top of the box to give the Tigers the win. It was Mares second goal of the game as the Tigers remain unbeaten in MIAA play. The 5-10 senior forward is a native of Tulsa, Okla. and transferred to FHSU after playing at NOC-Tonkawa and Tulsa Memorial High School.

Mares has started all eight games so far in 2012 and ties for the team lead in goals with five and points with 10. Daniel Peralta also has five goals on the season. Of his five goals, two have been game-winners, including the goal against NSU.

The No. 15 Tigers are 7-1 and lead the MIAA standings with a 3-0 record. FHSU continues MIAA play this week, hosting Lindenwood on Thursday (Sept. 27) and Southwest Baptist on Saturday (Sept. 29).

-FHSU Sports Information-

Skydiver Injured In Abilene

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A member of the Kansas State University Parachute Club Patrick Knight, 28, of Wichita was injured in a skydiving accident at the Abilene Municipal Airport Friday evening.

The Dickinson County Sheriff’s Department reports the investigation by that agency and the Abilene Police Department revealed Knight apparently came down toward land going too fast. He struck the ground and suffered injuries to his legs, pelvis, and back.

Knight was transported by Dickinson County EMS to Salina Regional Health Center where he was listed in serious condition.

The Kansas State University Parachute Club was conducting sky diving at the Abilene Airport on Friday. The accident occurred about 7:15 p.m. Friday.

The Federal Aviation Administration has been contacted and has begun their own seperate investigation.

New Wastewater Superintendent for Hays

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Roger Moerke has been hired as the new Wastewater Superintendent for the City of Hays.

Moerke, who has 30 years experience, started the job Monday.  He most recently managed the wastewater plant and lift stations in Cameron, Missouri.

Moerke replaces Charles Blair.

Ellis County Sheriff’s Activity Log

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Ellis County Sheriff’s Activity Log for 9-20 through 9-23.

Theft: The Ellis County Sheriff’s office investigated two theft reports over the weekend. The first theft allegedly occurred between August 13th and September 3rd. The alleged theft occurred in the 1200 block of 200th Avenue and the investigation into the theft continues. The second theft was reported in the 200 block of West 41st Street at 3:10 Saturday afternoon. The sheriff’s department completed their investigation and found the report to be unfounded.

Vehicle Accident: The Ellis County Sheriff’s Department responded to two motor vehicle accidents on Saturday evening. The first accident occurred at 8:00 in the 2100 block of Emmeram Road in Catherine. Officers investigated the driver of the vehicle for driving under the influence in connection with the accident. Officers also responded to a motor vehicle accident with a deer on Highway 183 at 8:14 Saturday evening.

Drug Offenses: The Ellis County Sheriff’s office began an investigation into drug related offenses. The alleged incident occurred Thursday evening at 7:52. The report remains unsolved and the Sheriff’s report is pending with this case.

State Transportation Plan Update in Hays

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Hays  hosts one of eight regional meetings Tuesday morning at the Kansas Highway Patrol headquarters to update Kansans on T-WORKS projects.

The state Department of Transportation administers the $7.8 billion, 10-year transportation program.  It was passed by the legislature in 2010.  T-WORKS is designed to create jobs, preserve highway infrastructure and provide multi-modal economic development opportunities.

A minimum of $8 million  will be invested in each of Kansas’ 105 counties.

Participants are also prioritizing transportation projects in their areas, should funding become available.

KHAZ Music News: Jason Aldean To Play Dallas Show For Breast Cancer

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(AP) – The last stop on Jason Aldean’s “My Kinda Party Tour” will be especially meaningful. He is donating the proceeds from the show in Dallas on October 27th to Susan G. Komen for the Cure to fight breast cancer. It’s Aldean’s seventh annual “Concert for the Cure.” The show is already sold out with over 20,000 tickets purchased in four minutes. Aldean says he wants to do his part to find a cure before his daughters grow up. The annual concert honors his close friend who died of the disease.

 

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Man Dies in Western Kansas Traffic Accident

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An Offerle man dies after a Monday morning crash in Ford County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol says 39-year-old Tonia L. Rumbaugh, Dodge City, was driving north on County Road 127, about 18 miles east of Dodge City, at 8:40a.m.   She halted at the Highway 50 intersection stop sign, but did not see a westbound pickup driven by 44-year old Dale E. Wetzel of Offerle.  Rumbaugh’s Toyota collided with Wetzel’s pickup, which rolled twice.

Rumbaugh was not injured.  Wetzel was taken to a Dodge City hospital where he died.

Overland Park Approves Carrying Weapons In Public

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Overland Park residents will be able to carry their guns in public, with certain restrictions.

The Overland Park City Council on Monday approved an ordinance allowing legal gun owners to openly carry their weapons, if they are in holsters with the safety engaged.

The council passed the ordinance after the Kansas attorney general said cities may not completely prohibit open carry of a loaded firearm while on public property. Some Overland Park officials said they were concerned the city could be sued if it didn’t allow open carry.

Gun owners will be allowed to carry weapons on sidewalks, parks and buildings that don’t have signs prohibiting firearms. Business owners will be able to post signs refusing to allow guns in their businesses. Guns will not be allowed inside city-owned buildings.

KHAZ Music News: Johnny Cash TV Series

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(AP) – Get ready to learn more about Johnny Cash through a six-part TV mini-series. The network Ovation will air “Johnny Cash: Song by Song” starting October 7th with two back-to-back episodes. Each show will dig deep into the story behind classics such as “I Walk the Line,” “Ring of Fire,” and “A Boy Named Sue.” Artists participating in the series include Kris Kristofferson, Merle Haggard, Shooter Jennings, Ben Folds, Chris Isaak, Billy Bob Thornton and Grace Potter.

 

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Governor Hosts Water Conference Next Month

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The governor’s first Water Conference will be held in Manhattan on October 30th and 31st.

Some of the topics will include conserving and extending the Ogallala Aquifer, an evaluation of the state’s water infrastructure, opportunities to improve Kansas’ water quality and meeting water demands for energy and agriculture.

Registration is available online through the Kansas Water Office at www.kwo.org. The deadline is October 15th.

Sparring Over Farm Bill In Kansas

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A U.S. House candidate from northeastern Kansas is criticizing incumbent Republican Rep. Lynn Jenkins and Congress for failing to act on a new farm bill.

Topeka minister Tobias Schlingensiepen, the Democratic nominee in the 2nd Congressional District, issued a statement critical of Jenkins on Monday.

Schlingensiepen says House members left Washington to campaign for re-election without acting on the farm bill, despite receiving a version from the Senate earlier this year.

Jenkins’ campaign issued a statement saying the congresswoman grew up on a farm and understood the issues and was trying to work for a solution. That includes measures to shore up the finances of the U.S. Postal Service that are included in the farm package.

The current farm laws and programs expire at the end of September.

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