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Month: June 2016

Outside agency 2017 funding requests from city start Thursday

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hays logoBy BECKY KISER
Hays Post

Seven non-profit groups will make requests Thursday to Hays city commissioners for city funding in 2017.

Scheduled for 10-minute presentations during the June 2 city work session are Ellis Co. Coalition for Economic Development, Fort Hays State University, Wild West Festival, CARE Council–Social Services/Special Alcohol Tax, Downtown Hays Development Corporation, Ellis Co. Historical Society, and Hays Arts Council.

In his memo City Manager Toby Dougherty reminded commissioners no immediate action will be taken on the budget requests from outside agencies.

After the commission is presented the 2017 budget by city staff, there will be discussion regarding how much to allocate to each specific outside agency.

Funding requests for 2017 to be presented by the agencies are as follows:

Ellis County Coalition for Economic Development–$87,550
FHSU-$125,000
WWF-$9,500
CARE Council-$164,000
DHDC-$53,655
ECHS-$23,000
HAC-$12,000

For details on the funding requests, click here.

Former Tiger expected to be named new Cloud County CC baseball coach

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Courtesy NCKToday.com

FHSU-GillilandEric Gilliland is expected to become Cloud County Community College’s next head baseball coach, replacing Greg Brummett who resigned following 13 seasons with the program. Final action to approve Gilliland should come at a special meeting of the Cloud County Community College Board of Trustees on Thursday, June 2nd.

Gilliland previously served as the assistant baseball coach at Garden City Community College. During his four seasons with the Broncbusters, Gilliland was a part of one Jayhawk West Conference championship team (2012) and two Jayhawk Conference runner-ups (2013, 2014). While at GCCC, Gilliland helped 14 players move on to the Division 1 level.

Prior to Garden City, Gilliland served as an assistant baseball coach and sports information intern at his alma mater, Fort Hays State University. He interned in sports information under current SID, Ryan Prickett and assisted the sports information department in volleyball, men’s and women’s basketball, football, and baseball at FHSU.

Gilliland joined Cloud County Community College last year as the school’s Sports Information Director.

From 2005-2007, Gilliland attended Cloud County Community College. He earned Academic All-American honors in baseball while at Cloud. He was also a member of Phi Theta Kappa, and the Sports Editor of the school newspaper.

The Concordia, Kansas native was a two-time All-MIAA selection as a pitcher at Fort Hays State in 2008 and 2009, and is currently ranked in the top 10 all-time at Fort Hays State in strikeouts and innings pitched. Gilliland was also a top performer in the classroom as a CoSIDA/ESPN The Magazine Academic All-District First Team selection, and Fort Hays State’s male Ken B. Jones Award nominee in 2009.

Following his collegiate playing career, Gilliland played professionally for three years in independent baseball. Most recently, he pitched for the Wichita Wingnuts of Wichita, Kansas in 2011. He played with the Gateway Grizzlies of Sauget, Illinois in 2010, and the Midwest Sliders of Ypsilanti, Michigan in 2009.

Gilliland earned his bachelor’s degree in Health and Human Performance from Fort Hays State University in 2009. He obtained his Master’s degree in Sports Administration in 2011 from Fort Hays State.

Paul G. Herdt

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Paul G. Herdt, 93, of Gardendale, Texas, and former Russell, Kansas, resident died on Sunday, May 29, 2016, at the Senior Care of Midland in Midland, Texas.

Services are pending at this time, please check back later for a full obituary and funeal service dates and times.  Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

Valerie C. VanLoenen

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Valerie C. VanLoenen, 55 of Russell, Kansas, died on Sunday, May 29, 2016, at her daughter Rachael’s home in LaCrosse, Kansas.

Valerie was born on March 21, 1961, in Grants, New Mexico, the daughter of Lyle and Opal (Anthony) Casper.  Later the family moved to Russell, Kansas, where Valerie spent most of her childhood and attended Russell schools.  She met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Bryan VanLoenen on May 08, 1982 at the Methodist Church in Bogue, Kansas.  From this union Valerie and Bryan were blessed with 2 children Jonathan and Rachael.  She worked as a certified nurse’s assistant for over 20 years in Hill City and Russell.  She enjoyed attending the Methodist Church.  She also enjoyed taking care of people and helping them during their time of need.  Most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her 3 granddaughters.

Surviving family include her father Lyle L. Casper of Russell; ex-husband Bryan VanLoenen of Bogue, Kansas; son Jonathan VanLoenen and daughter Rachael Burnah and husband Josh all of La Crosse, Kansas ; sister Deborah Clark and husband Gary of Russell; brothers Jackie L. Casper of Gorham, Kansas, Gary W. Casper and wife Bernice of Murray, Kentucky, Joel R. Casper and wife Michelle, Dale A. Casper and wife Jayne and David B. Casper all of Russell; granddaughters Adrianna, Brianna and Giavanna.

She was preceded in death by her mother Opal Casper and brother Lyle O. “Scooter” Casper.

A celebration of Valerie’s life will be held at 10 A.M. on Friday, June 03, 2016, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, Kansas with Pastor Roger Dennis officiating.  Visitation will be from 9 A.M. to 8 P.M. on Thursday, June 02, 2016, at the mortuary with family present to greet guests from 6 P.M. to 7 P.M. Thursday evening.  Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

Iva Gayle (Powell) Craig

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Iva Gayle (Powell) Craig, daughter of Cyrus and Myrtle (Holler) Powell, was born May 6, 1921, in Norton, Kansas, and passed away peacefully at her home in Norton on May 30, 2016, at the age of 95.

Iva Gayle lived in Norton all of her life and graduated from the Norton Community High School. On February 8, 1940, Iva Gayle and George Craig were united in marriage in Phillipsburg, Kansas. They made their home in Norton where Iva Gayle was a retail clerk and also a housewife.

Iva Gayle was a member of the Church of God. Her greatest love was her family, especially her children and all of her grandchildren.

Survivors include: three sons, David Craig, Norton; Richard Craig, Tonganoxie, Kansas; Dale Craig, Lafayette, Louisiana; one daughter, Georgia Wyatt, Hays, Kansas; 27 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; several other relatives and friends.

Iva Gayle was preceded in death by her parents, husband, George, three brothers, two sisters, nephews, nieces, and cousins.

FUNERAL SERVICE – Friday, June 3, 2016 –10:30 AM

PLACE – First Church of God – Norton, Kansas

FRIENDS MAY CALL – Thursday, June 2, 2016 from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm at the Enfield Funeral Home in Norton

INTERMENT – Norton Cemetery – Norton, Kansas

MEMORIALS – First Church of God – Norton, Kansas

Northwest Kan. officers graduate from police academy

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YODER – Sixty-two new law enforcement officers were congratulated by University of Kansas General Counsel Jim Pottorff during their graduation May 20 from the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center.

The new officers were members of the 239th basic training class at the center. Located one mile west and one mile south of Yoder, near Hutchinson, the center is a division of KU Professional & Continuing Education.

The graduates, who began their training Feb. 15, represented 45 municipal, county and state law enforcement agencies from across Kansas.

Northwest Kansas graduates included:

Ellis County
Hays Police Department; Erick Perez; patrol officer; Hays
Hays Police Department; Lacey Reifschneider; patrol officer; Hays

Scott County
Scott County Sheriff’s Office; Randy Keeton; deputy; Scott City

Thomas County
Colby Police Department; Cody Shaw; patrol officer; Colby

HPD Activity Log May 31

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The Hays Police Department responded to 15 animal calls and 46 traffic stops Tue., May 31, 2016, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Animal Call–1000 block E 27th St, Hays; 12:12 AM
Mental Health Call–200 block W 20th St, Hays; 2:54 AM
Unwanted Person–3400 block Vine St, Hays; 5:23 AM
Warrant Service (Fail to Appear)–2800 bock Hall St, Hays; 9:11 AM
Found/Lost Property–1000 block Main St, Hays; 10:13 AM
Abandoned Vehicle–500 block Elm St, Hays; 10:38 AM
Suspicious Activity–100 block E 7th St, Hays; 1 PM
MV Accident-Private Property–3600 block Vine St, Hays; 2:56 PM
Civil Dispute–200 block W 6th St, Hays; 3:01 PM
Animal Bite Investigation–3400 block Vine St, Hays; 4:11 PM
Animal Call–2900 block Columbine Dr, Hays; 4:29 PM
Theft (general)–3600 block Vine St, Hays; 4:34 PM
Drug Offenses–1100 block Downing Ave, Hays; 4:37 PM
Animal Cruelty/Neglect–3300 block Vine St, Hays; 4:10 PM
Assist – Other (not MV)–700 block E 6th St, Hays; 5:19 PM
Suspicious Activity–100 block W 13th St, Hays; 6:34 PM

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Sheriff reports pair of Kansas water rescues, issues advisory

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Kaw River- photo KDWP&T
Kaw River- photo KDWP&T

POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY – The Pottawatomie County Sheriff’s Office received two
reports of groups needing assistance on the Kansas River near the St.George Boat Ramp over the past week, according to a media release.

Just before 4:25pm on Saturday, Pottawatomie County Deputies were dispatched to the St. George boat ramp for a report of a female being swept down river. Deputies were told there were
three people upstream about one half mile to the west of the boat ramp who had
gotten stuck in some trees and were stranded.

A fourth person had fallen off a raft after a boat struck a low hanging branch and partially sunk
forcing the three other people on the boat to jump off. That person was
recused by another member of the boating party. The three people stranded
upstream were able to climb the bank to safety. They walked to emergency
units that were responding to the scene.
Pottawatomie County EMS transported to individuals for treatment.

Just after 7 p.m. deputies, the St. George Fire Department and Pottawatomie County EMS were dispatched to the St George boat
ramp for a capsized boat with people in the water.  Most of the
people were able to get to shore.

LT Chris Schmidt was able to throw a rope line and help pull one person from the water. One patient was checked for possible
injuries but no subjects were transported by EMS.

With the recent heavy rainfall in the area, water levels at area rivers and lakes are higher than normal. This leads to faster moving water and an increase in unseen or underwater debris, such as tree limbs, that can damage watercraft and cause injuries. Even experienced boaters need to be aware that current water conditions can become dangerous very quickly and precautions need to be taken for everyone’s safety. Persons wishing to use the river for recreational purposes should consider the hazards that exist with high and fast moving water, in addition the danger caused to the rescue personal going onto the water to rescue the victims.

Ford recalls 1.9M cars, trucks to replace air bags

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Takata Air Bag Recall Photo Courtesy safercar.gov
Takata Air Bag Recall Photo Courtesy safercar.gov

DETROIT (AP) — Ford Motor Co. is recalling nearly 1.9 million vehicles in North America to replace faulty passenger-side front air bags made by Japanese supplier Takata Corp.

The recall is part of a nationwide expansion of an ongoing Takata air bag recall, which was already the largest U.S. recall in history.

Certain Takata air bags can inflate with too much force and spew shrapnel into the vehicles. At least 11 deaths worldwide are related to the defect.

The vehicles affected in the expanded Ford recall are the 2007-2010 Ford Edge, 2006-2011 Ford Fusion, 2005-2011 Ford Mustang, 2007-2011 Ford Ranger, 2007-2010 Lincoln MKX and 2006-2011 Lincoln MKZ, Zephyr and Mercury Milan.

Ford says it’s not aware of any injuries in these vehicles. It will notify customers and replace the air bags for free.

Myrna K. (Winter) Burton

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Graveside services for Burlington, Colo., resident and former Goodland resident Myrna K. (Winter) Burton, 83, will be held Friday, June 3, at 1:30 PM MT at Goodland Cemetery.

Interment will be at Goodland Cemetery.

Memorials to Caring Hands Hospice may be left at the service or mailed to Koons Funeral Home, 211 North Main, Goodland, KS 67735-1555.

Online condolences to www.koonsfuneralhome.com.

Doris A. Westhusin

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Victoria, Kansas – Doris A. Westhusin, age 89, died Wednesday at her home in Victoria. Services are 10:00 A.M. Saturday, June 4, 2016, at the Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas.

Visitation will be from 6:00 to 9:00 P.M. Friday at the Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas.  Cline’s Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671 is in charge of arrangements.

Seven on ballot for three seats on Ellis City Council

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ellis city logoELLIS — There are seven candidates for three open positions on the Ellis City Council, according to Ellis County Clerk Donna Maskus.

The candidates are on the Nov. 8 general election ballot.

The candidates are: Martin LeBarge, Nan Brown, Dena Patee, John A. Walz, Jolene Niernberger, Gary Luea and Susan Easton.

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