June 2016 – Page 13 – Hays Post Archive

Refuse, recycling routes to change for July 4

Posted on June 27, 2016

City of Hays>

Due to the observance of Independence Day, Monday, July 4, 2016 refuse/recycling route collection schedules will be altered as follows:

Collections for Monday, July 4, 2016, and Tuesday, July 5, 2016, will be collected on Tuesday, July 5, 2016. There will be no changes to Wednesday, July 6th, Thursday, July 7th, and Friday, July 8th routes.

Although alley collections may not occur on your normal day, collections will be completed by the week’s end. It is anticipated that heavy volumes of refuse/recyclable will be encountered around the holidays. Please make sure your bags are out by 7:00 a.m. and keep in mind that the trucks have no set time schedule.

City of Hays customers that may have any questions regarding this notice should contact the Solid Waste Division of the Public Works Department at (785) 628-7357.

HPD Activity Log June 24-26

Posted on June 27, 2016June 27, 2016

The Hays Police Department responded to 9 animal calls and 17 traffic stops Fri., June 24, 2016, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Driving While Suspended/Revoked–1200 block Vine St, Hays; 3:14 AM
Harassment, Telephone/FAX–1200 block Motz Ave, Hays; 7:33 AM
Animal At Large–2500 block Virginia Dr, Hays; 8:48 AM
Civil Dispute–500 block W 24th St, Hays; 9:36 AM
Suspicious Person–3200 block Vine St, Hays; 10:49 AM
Contempt of Court/Fail to Pay–400 block E 11th St, Hays; 11 AM; 11:10 AM
Criminal Threat–2200 block Canterbury Dr, Hays; 10:10 AM; 10:20 AM
Theft (general)–2700 block Vine St, Hays; 12:21 PM
Traffic/Driving Complaint–4100 block Hall St, Hays; 2:17 PM
Animal At Large–1600 block Elm St, Hays; 3:32 PM
Animal At Large–1500 block Montgomery St, Hays; 3:50 PM
Suspicious Person–100 block W 43rd St, Hays; 5:33 PM
Water Use Violation–4100 block Fillmore Dr, Hays; 8:28 PM
Water Use Violation–4100 block Truman Cir, Hays; 8:31 PM
Suspicious Activity–100 block E 5th St, Hays; 9:19 PM
MV Accident-City Street/Alley–Unknown; 6/24 9:33 PM; 6/7 10 AM

The Hays Police Department responded to 7 animal calls and 11 traffic stops Sat., June 25, 2016, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Water Use Violation–1000 block W 27th St, Hays; 12:23 AM
Disorderly Conduct–500 block W 7th St, Hays; 1:51 AM
Driving Under the Influence–600 block Fort St, Hays; 2:23 AM
Water Use Violation–2700 block Sternberg Dr, Hays; 3:50 AM
Animal At Large–2800 block Vine St, Hays; 9:58 AM
Animal At Large–200 block E 22nd St, Hays; 11:48 AM
Unwanted Person–4300 block Vine St, Hays; 1:10 PM
Burglary/business–200 block W 5th St, Hays; 6/21 7:09 PM
MV Accident-Private Property–1300 block E 41st St, Hays; 10 AM; 1 PM
Water Use Violation–400 block E 14th St, Hays; 4:09 PM
Assist – Other (not MV)–100 block W 12th St, Hays; 4:43 PM
Suspicious Person–800 block Ash St, Hays; 6:18 PM
Create a Hazard–2900 block Vine St, Hays; 6:52 PM
Animal Call–4400 block Vista Dr, Hays; 7:43 PM; 9:23 PM
MV Accident-Private Property–2700 block Vine St, Hays; 7:55 PM; 7:57 PM
Warrant Service (Fail to Appear)–600 block Oak St, Hays; 9:52 PM
Unwanted Person–3400 block Vine St, Hays; 10:40 PM
Disturbance – General–200 block W 10th St, Hays; 11:49 PM

The Hays Police Department responded to 7 animal calls and 34 traffic stops Sun., June 26, 2016, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Warrant Service (Fail to Appear)–100 block E 7th St, Hays–12:58 AM
Disturbance – General–200 block W 10th St, Hays; 1:39 AM
Intoxicated Subject–200 block W 10th St, Hays; 2:15 AM
Driving While Suspended/Revoked–100 block Main St, Hays; 2:26 AM
Suicidal Subject–2900 block Hillcrest Dr, Hays; 7:32 AM
Criminal Damage to Property–3rd and Ash St., Hays; 6/25 11 PM; 6/26 1 PM
Phone/Mail Scam–700 block E 6th St, Hays; 1:26 PM
Animal Call–200 block W 23rd St, Hays; 8:52 PM

Five future Tigers showcase talents in KBCA All-Star Games

Posted on June 27, 2016June 28, 2016

FHSU Athletics

SALINA, Kan. – Five of Fort Hays State’s future basketball players shined on Saturday (June 25) in the KBCA All-Star Games, held at Mabee Arena on the campus of Kansas Wesleyan University. Future FHSU men participating were Hays products Jared Vitztum and Isaiah Nunnery, while future FHSU women participating were Kacey Kennett, Taylor Rolfs, and Madison Mittie.

Boys Game
Even though both are from Hays, TMP-Marian product Jared Vitztum and Hays High product Isaiah Nunnery played on opposing squads Saturday. Nunnery had a big impact in pushing the Blue squad to a win, while Vitztum had a team-high 21 points and eight rebounds for the White squad. The Blue squad won the game 106-97.

With the game knotted at 81-81, Nunnery triggered a 7-0 run that would push the Blue squad into the lead for good. He broke the tie with a bucket at the seven-minute mark, then came up with a steal that led to two more points for his team 15 seconds later. Nunnery finished the game with seven points, going 3-of-5 from the field which included a three-point field goal.

Vitztum was very efficient on the offensive end for the White squad. He finished the game 8-of-10 from the field, canning his only three-point attempt. He was also a perfect 4-of-4 from the free-throw line. His eight rebounds led all players in the game.

Girls Game
Three of Fort Hays State’s signees combined for 65 points in the KBCA Girls All-Star Game. Kacey Kennett led all scorers in the game with 26 points, leading the White squad to a 109-103 overtime win, while Taylor Rolfs had 21 and Madison Mittie added 18 for the Blue squad.

Kennett delivered a big three-point field goal with just over a minute to play in regulation that capped a quick 6-0 run by the White to tie the game. Both teams traded two point buckets before regulation concluded. In overtime Kennett scored six points, including another three-point field goal, and three free-throws down the stretch to seal the win. She finished 8-of-13 from the field and 3-of-4 beyond the three-point line. She was 7-of-8 at the free-throw line.

Rolfs and Mittie were just as efficient on offense for the Blue squad. Rolfs tied a team-high 21 points for the Blue, going 7-of-12 from the field with a 4-of-6 effort beyond the 3-point line and 3-of-4 effort at the free-throw line. Mittie went 9-of-13 from the field, getting all of her points inside the arc.

Minor street flooding in Hays Saturday night

Posted on June 27, 2016

Street flooding at 20th and Main in Hays Saturday evening. (Photo courtesy Errol Wuertz)

By BECKY KISER
Hays Post

Saturday’s early evening thunderstorm in Hays blew in from the south and then switched to come from the north. Several broken tree branches were reported around town along with minor street flooding.

The official rainfall amount in Hays as recorded at the K-State Agricultural Research Center was 1.88 inches. Saturday’s high temperature was 96 degrees. Sunday was cooler with a high of 88 degrees and another trace of precipitation recorded.

So far in June, Hays has had 2.81 inches of rain. The total rainfall for the year as of June 27 is 15.25 inches.

LETTER: New receptions will showcase downtown Hays

Posted on June 27, 2016

Sara Bloom is the Downtown Hays Development Corporation Executive Director.

Since I was hired as the director of the Downtown Hays Development Corp., I have worked to create communication between the organization and business owners, as well as between the merchants themselves.

Those two communication streams are vitally important to the success of Downtown, but there’s a third stream that is equally important. Downtown and DHDC needs to be communicating with the community. That’s why I created Business on the Brick Receptions. I strongly believe that communication creates commerce.

Business on the Brick Receptions are designed to showcase the amazing businesses we have in Downtown Hays. DHDC desires to assist every Downtown Hays business through networking, promotions and marketing. By offering these receptions to all Downtown businesses, we hope to provide the merchants, new and seasoned, a chance to build relationships, accelerate sales and overall strengthen Downtown.

At each reception DHDC provides each business with an engraved brick showcasing the business name, Downtown Hays, and the date when they opened their doors to the public. The public is invited as well as city officials and downtown merchants to celebrate and enjoy refreshments.

It is my desire for the community to see these events as an opportunity to support small businesses in our community. By attending and meeting the people behind the store front you get a sense of the impact each dollar spent means to them. By hearing about their products you are able to educate others about the great resources available to them. In a way you are working to grow small businesses, create jobs, and drive innovation just by attending these downtown celebrations.

The next reception will be Thursday, July 7, at 4pm at a new Downtown business, Blue Heron Boutique. The store is located and 1013 Main Street. I encourage you, the community of Hays, to come out to welcome two young entrepreneurs to our great city. Let’s all work and communicate together to make Hays and even greater place to dine, shop, stay and play.

For more information on Business on the Brick receptions and other Downtown Hays events, contact Sara Bloom, DHDC Executive Director, at (785) 621-4171 or [email protected]

High Court rules on biggest abortion case in quarter-century; strikes down clinic regs

Posted on June 27, 2016

MARK SHERMAN, Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court has struck down Texas’ widely replicated regulation of abortion clinics in the court’s biggest abortion case in nearly a quarter century.

The justices voted 5-3 Monday in favor of Texas clinics that protested the regulations as a thinly veiled attempt to make it harder for women to get an abortion in the nation’s second-most populous state.

Justice Stephen Breyer’s majority opinion for the court held that the regulations are medically unnecessary and unconstitutionally limit a woman’s right to an abortion.

Texas had argued that its 2013 law and subsequent regulations were needed to protect women’s health. The rules required doctors who perform abortions to have admitting privileges at nearby hospitals and forced clinics to meet hospital-like standards for outpatient surgery.

KSU helping fight Zika through mosquito research

Posted on June 27, 2016

By Jennifer Tidball

MANHATTAN — Kansas State University is helping the fight against Zika virus through mosquito research.

The university’s Biosecurity Research Institute is taking a two-part approach: Researchers are studying mosquitoes to understand how they become infected with Zika virus and researchers are providing the virus to collaborative organizations for further study.

The university research is key to fighting Zika virus because it can develop better methods for controlling the mosquitoes that spread the virus, said Stephen Higgs, director of the Biosecurity Research Institute.

“We are hoping to provide some answers and insights into the relationship between Zika virus and the mosquito,” Higgs said.

Since Zika virus emerged in Brazil last year, the U.S. has seen more than 700 cases, including the first case in Kansas in March.

The Biosecurity Research Institute has had Zika virus isolates for several years, but has started conducting collaborative research because of the recent outbreak. University scientists have been growing samples of the virus and antibodies and providing them to collaborators for further research into vaccines and diagnostics.

“Countries are spending resources to control the spread of mosquitoes, we want to make sure we are controlling the right mosquitoes in the right way,” Higgs said. “This research can help us target the particular species of mosquitoes that we know are carriers of Zika virus.”

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has identified two mosquito species that transmit Zika virus: Aedes aegypti, or yellow fever mosquito, and Aedes albopictus, or Asian tiger mosquito. Both mosquitoes are widely distributed in the U.S. and are present in Kansas. These two mosquito species live close to people and can breed in houses, said Higgs, who also has studied chikungunya, a mosquito-borne virus that has a similar transmission cycle to that of Zika virus.

At the Biosecurity Research Institute, Higgs and university scientists are gathering details about how Zika virus interacts with different mosquitoes. Researchers are studying how long after a mosquito feeds on a blood meal that it can transmit Zika virus. The amount of time is unknown for Zika virus, but with other viruses it can range from five days to two weeks. Similarly, the research can show how much virus a person needs to have in their blood in order to infect a mosquito. If mosquitoes feed on a relatively low level, they may not become infected.

Only 1 in 5 people infected with Zika virus show symptoms, Higgs said, but it is possible that even people without symptoms may have enough virus in the blood to infect mosquitoes.

“As we learn how much virus is in human blood, knowing how much virus needs to be in the blood in order to infect a mosquito will tell us at what point after infection a person can infect another mosquito and for how long,” Higgs said. “It is important to know these details because it can help us develop better controlling measures.”

But there are still many unanswered questions relating to Zika virus, Higgs said. It is still unknown exactly what human cells are affected by the virus, if livestock are affected by the virus, what other transmission mechanisms are possible and when a vaccine may be available.

The Biosecurity Research Institute can help answer some of those questions and is equipped to handle any vaccine studies as well as diagnostic studies, Higgs said.

“This research is important to prepare us long-term for the next virus that comes,” Higgs said. “We can’t predict what that will be, but there will be something else that will be introduced and we need effective surveillance programs to help control them. We need the fundamental research and applied research that we can get here at the Biosecurity Research Institute.”

NWS: Threat of large hail, strong winds Monday evening

Posted on June 27, 2016

The National Weather Service in Dodge City is warning of potential strong storms Monday evening in western Kansas.

According to the NWS hazardous weather outlook, an organized cluster of thunderstorms will move southeast into western Kansas Monday evening. Northwest Kansas has the potential to be most impacted.

Threats include large hail and damaging winds up to 60 mph. There is a limited tornado risk associated with the storms.

Thunderstorms will continue to be possible Tuesday through Sunday, with ample rain expected this week. The greatest risk, at the point, is localized flooding, the NWS is predicting.

Click HERE for the complete extended forecast.

In cast of severe weather, check Hays Post and tune into Eagle Radio stations.

Beryl Franklin (Bud) Brant

Posted on June 27, 2016

Beryl Franklin (Bud) Brant, was born May 12, 1923 in Cozad, NE, the son of Willie & Rose (Shadduck) Brant. He passed away on June 22, 2016 at his home in Phillipsburg, KS at the age of 93.

Bud spent his youth on a farm near Republic, KS and graduated from high school in Republic. He served two tours in the US Army, first enlisting in 1942, serving in WW II where he received the Bronze Star for Valor. He was honorably discharged in 1952.

In 1951, Bud met Florence Holen & the couple were united in marriage on Dec. 23, 1951. After being discharged they moved to Phillipsburg where he worked at the COOP refinery. In 1954, Bud purchased the Standard filling station. He then opened Bud’s Bay, a service station and repair shop. He also sold used cars there.

While in business at Bud’s Bay, he became interested in collecting & restoring vintage cars. Several of them were sold to museums including one at Minden, NE and one in Las Vegas, NV. In later years, he sold the car sales building but continued his radiator repair with Matteson Motors. Bud always had a great love for animals and had several dogs & cats at various times. His love for flowers and vegetables resulted in accolades for his beautiful gardens. He was a member of the Elks Club, the American Legion & the VFW.

His hobbies included fishing and metal detecting for coins. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Florence on August 12, 1995. Survivors include his stepson, Ralph Holen of Laramie, WY; his sister, Lola Kline of Logan, KS; nephew Bill Kline & niece Jean Bruning of Phillipsburg; niece, Roxie Walbridge; step grandchildren, Amber Holen of Laramie & Wade Holen of Papillion, NE.

Graveside services will be held Monday, June 27 at 3:00 p.m. in the Fairview Cemetery, Phillipsburg, with Pastor Joel Hiesterman officiating.

The casket will be closed. Friends may sign the book from 12:00 to 9:00 Sat. & Sunday at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Milden D. Keith

Posted on June 27, 2016June 27, 2016

Milden D. Keith, age 69, of WaKeeney, passed away after a courageous battle with acute myeloid leukemia. He was born September 26, 1946, in Hays, Kansas, to Orval Dale “Bud” and Madeline Agnes (Tremblay) Keith.

After graduating high school, Milden graduated from Fort Hays State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Arts. He then went on to serve our country in the United States Army. He was a veteran, having served in the Tracker Dog Unit, during the Vietnam War. Milden was united in marriage to Nancy Swank, on April 4, 1970, in Osborne, Kansas. To this union, three children were born. They later divorced. Milden was engaged to be married to Debbie Budig.

Milden owned and operated Keith Dirt Construction for many years. In his earlier years, he worked on the farm with his dad, owned Midwest Yamaha and BMW, drove over the road trucks, owned Sprint Mart, ran Roll Cage Sports Bar, and still managed to find time to promote race tracks. He was a member of the VFW and The American Legion Riders. His hobbies included dancing, riding motorcycles, ATVs and jeeping.

Milden will be dearly missed by many friends and family. Survivors include his fiancé and best friend, Debbie Budig; a son, Scott A. Keith and wife Kerrie of WaKeeney; a daughter, Tammi A. Wynn and husband Daniel of WaKeeney; grandchildren, Adrian, Ashton, and Acelyn Wynn, Jaida Keith and baby Keith (on the way); and four sisters, Cynthia A. Keith of Hill City, Diana Nickelson of Penokee, Marllys Stember of Wichita, and LaDonna Waites and husband Alan of Colby. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a son, Brian Keith.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 29, 2016, at Ogallah Christian Church, Ogallah, Kansas. Burial will be in the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery, WaKeeney, with military rites.

Visitation will be Tuesday evening, from 5:00 to 7:00 at the funeral home in WaKeeney.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Milden Keith Memorial Fund. Donations to the fund may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 North 12th, WaKeeney, KS 67672.

Words of comfort may be sent to the family online at www.schmittfuneral.com.

Richard D. Rasure

Posted on June 27, 2016

Funeral services for Goodland, Kansas, resident Richard D. Rasure, 83, will be held Friday, July 1, at 10:00 AM MT at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Goodland.

Interment at Goodland Cemetery.

Friends may share respects Thursday, from 4:00 until 6:00 PM MT, at Koons Chapel in Goodland.

Memorials to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Goodland Public Library/Children’s Library or Goodland Masonic Lodge may be left at the services or mailed to Koons Funeral Home, 211 North Main, Goodland, KS 67735-1555.

Online condolences to www.koonsfuneralhome.com.

August Sylvester ‘Augie’ Baker

Posted on June 27, 2016

August Sylvester “Augie” Baker, age 72, passed away on Thursday, June 23, 2016 at Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas. Augie was born February 14, 1944 in Marienthal, Kansas, the son of Sylvester Louis & Marie Catherine (Kohl) Baker. A lifetime resident of Marienthal, Kansas, he was a retired Auto Technician and Mechanic.

Augie was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, a 3rd degree Knight of the Knights Of Columbus and had served on the St. Mary Parrish Council for many years.

On November 20, 1982 he married Cynthia Stiles at Marienthal, Kansas.

Augie’s surviving family includes-

His Wife-

Cindy Baker- Marienthal, Kansas

Three Children-

Matthew Baker- Dodge City, Kansas

Nicole Baker- Derby, Kansas

Christy Baker- Derby, Kansas

His Mother-

Marie Baker- Marienthal, Kansas

Seven siblings-

Victor Baker- Marienthal, Kansas

Delbert Baker- “

Gerald & Salinda Baker- “

Edith & Gary Ludowese- Scott City, Kansas

Lorraine Ramos- Lakin, Kansas

Loretta & Steve Fyler- Scott City, Kansas

Gertrude & George Estes- Marienthal, Kansas

His father, and two brother, Richard Baker & Melvin Baker precede him in death.

Vigil Services will be held at 7:00 pm Tuesday, June 28, 2016 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Marienthal, Kansas.

Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 am Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Marienthal, Kansas with Father Benjamin Martin officiating.

Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery in Marienthal, Kansas.

Friends may call from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm Monday and from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm Tuesday at Price & Sons Funeral Home in Leoti, Kansas.

Memorials may be given to St. Mary Catholic Church, Leoti EMT’S or Wichita County Health Center in care of the funeral home.

Exploring Kan. Outdoors: What color is your favorite lake?

Posted on June 27, 2016

I know all you K-State fans love your “Royal Purple”, and KU fans adore your red and blue, and those colors are just the ticket to adorn T shirts, umbrellas and ball caps in support of your chosen team. But when the waters of your favorite lake take on those same hues, lookout!

Welcome to algae bloom season in Kansas which usually runs from May through October, the months sporting the longest days of sunlight and the warmest water temperatures.

This time frame also unfortunately contains the three holidays when our lakes are used the most, Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day. Blue-Green Algae are bacteria with a scientific name as long as a yardstick, that exist naturally in rivers, lakes and ponds here in Kansas. When certain conditions align, such as exceptionally high nutrient content in the water, and long hot days with lots of sunlight, those bacteria can reproduce more rapidly than usual, causing a dense growth of algae known as “a bloom.”

Some algae blooms are harmless, but when the blooming organisms contain toxins, noxious chemicals or pathogens in levels harmful to humans and animals, it is declared to be a “Harmful Algae Bloom,” and warnings or advisories are issued by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, (KDHE.) These blue-green algae blooms can be blue, bright green, brown or even red, and may look like foam or thick, frothy slurry. Some blooms, however may not even affect the appearance of the water.

When KDHE receives notice from anyone that a harmful algae bloom is noticed or suspected, they take water samples at the most frequently used locations at the site, such as swim beaches and boat docks. The samples are analyzed, and according to the density of the algae found, either a Public Health Watch or a Public Health Warning is issued for that water impoundment.

A public health watch
Notifies the public that a hazardous condition MAY exist
Signs MAY be posted at all public access locations
Water MAY be unsafe for humans/animals
Contact with the water is DISCOURAGED
Public health watches and warnings are updated frequently, and as of 6/23, watches are in effect for McLaughlin Lake in Valley center, Marion Reservoir as well as Marion County State Fishing Lake, and zone “B” on Milford Lake, which is the central portion of the lake.

A public health warning
Notifies the public that condition ARE unsafe
Signs WILL be posted at public access locations
Contact with the water SHOULD NOT OCCUR
The only current warning in effect as of 6/23 is zone “C” of Milford Lake, which is the northern 1/3 of the reservoir. Keep abreast of current algae watches and warnings on www.ksoutdoors.com.

Health effects can occur when surface scum or water containing high levels of blue-green algal toxins are swallowed or have contacted the skin, or when airborne droplets containing toxins are inhaled while swimming, boating or skiing. Most people report the effects as “allergic” type reactions like intestinal or respiratory problems or skin irritations. Animal reactions may range from general weakness and lethargy, to vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty breathing or even convulsion.

My friend used to say “Everybody always tells me – Cheer up, things could be worse. So I cheered up, and sure enough – things got worse!” Sorry to say that health warnings at area lakes because of toxic algae blooms will probably get more numerous before they get better. So I guess your options are to sell the boat, skis and fishing poles, or just drive a little farther to a lake where no warnings exist, and continue to Explore Kansas Outdoors!

Steve Gilliland, Inman, can be contacted by email at [email protected].