K’S Diner 3402 Vine St. Hays, KS 67601
Inspection Date: 11/15/2013

Fail Notes
7-102.11
Pf – Common Name (Working Containers) Working containers used for storing POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIALS such as cleaners and SANITIZERS taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material.[multiple chemical spray bottles not labeled, PIC labeled the pink liquid as sanitizer, blue as windex, yellow as degreaser]

 

BOTTLE CAP BAR & GRILL (THE) 110 Oak St. SCHOENCHEN, KS 67667
Inspection Date: 11/20/2013

No violations
No fail notes

 

AUGUSTINES BAKERY 1305 MAIN HAYS, KS 67601
Inspection Date: 11/21/2013

No violations
No fail notes

 

Charlie’s BBQ-Catering 2260 Catherine Rd Hays, KS 67601
Inspection Date: 11/21/2013

No violations
No fail notes

 

JD’S COUNTRY STYLE CHICKEN 740 E 8TH ST HAYS, KS 67601
Inspection Date: 11/20/2013

No violations
No fail notes

Jana’s Campaign Inc. recently collaborated with a public relations class at Fort Hays State University in the creation of two short video public service announcements.  The two videos coincide with the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence Campaign which ends today, December 10th.

Jana’s Campaign Executive Director Eric Sader says that the videos, which are designed to promote awareness and incite change, couldn’t have come at a better time.

“The timing is impeccable, with December 10th also marking Human Rights Day and the four-year anniversary of the kick-off of Jana’s Campaign.”

The videos were created under the guidance of Hsin-Yen Yang, Ph.D., Assistant Professor for the Department of Communication Studies at FHSU. Media Advisor Dr. Cynthia Garrety provided additional assistance.  Contributing students included: Nicole Barnaba, Jayde Boyder, Lexi Copeland, Samantha Drees, Tiffanee Heinzen, Leah Shriwise, Jamie Sproul, and Brandi Wright, all undergraduate communication majors. FHSU student Kyle Zerr volunteered in an acting capacity.

Jana’s Campaign Inc. was created in honor of the late Jana Mackey and other victims of domestic violence. It is comprised of a committed group of activists with the single mission of reducing gender and relationship violence.

The Hays Police Department conducted 50 traffic stops and received 14 animal calls from Friday December 6th through Sunday December according to the Police Activity Log.

12/6
1:14 AM – Driving While Suspended/Revoked reported in the 4100 block of Vine St
2:20 AM – Driving While Suspended/Revoked reported in the 600 block of Park St
3:40 AM – Abandoned Vehicle reported in the 700 block of Walnut St
3:46 AM – Abandoned Vehicle reported in the 500 block of Oak St
3:02 PM – MV Accident-Private Property reported in the 2700 block of Vine St
3:25 PM – Assist – Other (not MV) reported in the 200 block of E 7th St
4:54 PM – Assist – Other (not MV) reported in the 1200 block of Main St
5:58 PM – Abandoned Vehicle reported in the 2000 block of Metro Ln
6:28 PM – Theft (general) reported in the 3300 block of Vine St
9:30 PM – MV Accident-City Street/Alley reported in the 2700 block of Vine St
11:56 PM – Suspicious Person reported in the 700 block of Ash St

12/7
12:59 AM – Drug Offenses reported in the 700 block of Oak St
1:10 AM – Warrant Service (Fail to Appear) reported in the 2600 block of Vine St
1:35 AM – Disturbance – General reported in the 3600 block of Vine St
2:36 AM – Abandoned Vehicle reported in the 1300 block of Eisenhower Rd
3:03 AM – Disturbance – Noise reported in the 2800 block of Augusta Ln
6:48 AM – Driving Under the Influence reported in the 500 block of Allen St
8:55 AM – Found/Lost Property reported in the 400 block of Ash St
1:34 PM – Traffic/Driving Complaint reported in the 2500 block of Gen Hays Rd
12:20 PM > 01:46 PM – Theft (general) reported in the 400 block of E 23rd St
2:42 PM – Wildlife Incident reported in the 500 block of W 15th St
3:08 PM – MV Accident-City Street/Alley reported in the 600 block of Elm St
9:02 PM – Drug Offenses reported in the 800 block of Main St

12/8
12:16 AM – Disturbance – Noise reported in the 700 block of W 12th St
1:26 AM – Domestic Disturbance reported in the 2000 block of Allen St
1:56 AM – MV Accident /DUI reported in the 2700 block of Hall St
2:25 AM – Disturbance – General reported in the 400 block of W 7th St
04:20 AM > 04:25 AM – Driving Under the Influence reported in the 500 block of W 33rd St
10:07 AM – MV Accident /DUI reported in the 800 block of Vine St
12/07/2013 10:30 PM > 12/08/2013 11:31 AM – Theft (general) reported in the 2500 block of Marjorie Dr
12:28 PM – MV Accident-City Street/Alley reported in the 400 block of W 5th St
1:33 PM – Civil Dispute reported in the 1600 block of Elm St
2:05 PM – MV Accident-City Street/Alley reported in the 700 block of E 12th St
5:47 PM – Theft of Vehicle reported in the 400 block of Custer Dr
5:59 PM – Drug Offenses reported in the 2800 block of Indian Trl
7:09 PM – MV Accident-City Street/Alley reported in the 1900 block of Longfellow
8:32 PM – Animal Call reported in the 700 block of E 6th St
9:50 PM – Theft (general) reported in the 3400 block of Vine St
11:29 PM – MV Accident-City Street/Alley reported in the 1300 block of W 27th St
11:35 PM – Abandoned Vehicle reported in the 1000 block of W 39th St

Midwest Energy and CoBank have established a $120,000 scholarship and career training project for people from Midwest Energy’s service area interested in careers requiring technical training from community and technical colleges in central and western Kansas.

“Too many young people from rural communities believe that to be successful, you have to leave your hometown, get a bachelor’s degree and work in a big city,” said Bob Muirhead, Midwest Energy’s Director of Economic and Community Development. “The reality is we have many businesses with good-paying jobs right here, looking for people with particular training and skill sets. This new scholarship program will help local individuals pursue these opportunities.”

The pilot project, to be administered jointly by the Kansas Department of Commerce and the Kansas Economic Development Institute, will offer a one-stop connection for trainees interested in jobs requiring career and technical training, and the businesses in central and western Kansas looking to hire them. KANSASWORKS centers, local businesses and participating technical and community colleges will collaborate to identify trainee candidates, who will then participate in customized training programs designed by industry. Priority will be given to those seeking training for jobs in high-demand occupations, including HVAC, plumbing, welding, and construction and electrician trades.

“This pilot project will connect trainees with employers who need people now, and remove the barriers to those individuals acquiring the skills and credentials needed in rural Kansas communities,” said Kansas Commerce Secretary Pat George.

The program is being made possible through a $100,000 grant from Denver-based CoBank, and a matching $20,000 grant from Midwest Energy.

“In order for our rural communities to continue to grow and thrive, business and education must work together to generate greater levels of opportunity,” said Robert B. Engel, CoBank’s chief executive officer. “This new scholarship program is all about creating options and, in the process, giving both young people and rural businesses a solid foundation for the future.”

“We would like to thank CoBank for making these funds available,” said Muirhead. “Their generosity will help businesses throughout Kansas find urgently needed workers, while strengthening our communities.”

For more information about the project, contact Zoe Thompson at the Kansas Department of Commerce, 785-296-0205 or e-mail [email protected].

The Ellis County Commission approved three bids for equipment purchases for Public Works at their weekly meeting Monday night.

• 2015 Western Star Truck from I-70 Truck Repair for $80,500
• Dump Box from Hays Truck and Equipment for $23,150
• Mower Tractor from Sellers Tractor for $94,900

There was a lower bid for the dump box, by Truck Parts, but there was a concern because of the lack of information, that they may have trouble finding replacement parts so the Public Works Department recommended approving the Hays Truck Equipment bid.

The Commission also approved taking bids to purchase a new 2013-14 SUV for Fire District 1. Ellis County Rural Fire Director said the last time he had a new vehicle was in 2005 and it has over 147,000 miles on it.

Klaus said they have already sent out letters requesting bids to local dealers as well as to a dealer in Topeka and one in Wichita. The bids are due back by Wednesday.

The vehicle will be purchase using money that was left in the Fire District’s Budget.

The Commission also got a monthly update from Holly Dickman with the Ellis County Extension