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Ellis city council to talk bond financing, water tonight

Posted on March 7, 2016

ELLIS–The Ellis city council will discuss city bond financing during their meeting tonight with Dustin Avey of Piper Jaffray.

Several water issues are also on the agenda, including discussion of the golf course water meters with Dean Gottschalk of the Ellis Golf Club. The council will also consider bids for the waterline improvement project and additional water test hole drilling.

The meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. tonight in Ellis City Hall. The complete March 7 agenda follows.

AGENDA March 7, 2016 REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF ELLIS
City Hall – Council Meeting Room

BILLS ORDINANCE REVIEW WORK SESSION BEGINS AT 7:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL AND MEETING CALL TO ORDER AT 7:30 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA (if needed)
1) CONSENT AGENDA
a) Minutes from Regular Meeting on February 15, 2016
b) Minutes from Special Meeting on February 19, 2016
c) Bills Ordinance #1992
(Council will review for approval under one motion under the consent agenda. By majority vote of the governing body, any item may be removed from the consent agenda and considered separately)
PUBLIC COMMENTS
(Each speaker will be limited to five minutes. If several people from the group wish to speak on same subject, the group must appoint a spokesperson. ALL comments from public on agenda items must be during Public Comment. Once council begins their business meeting, no more comments from public will be allowed.)
2) PRESENTATIONS OF AWARDS, PROCLAMATIONS, REQUESTS & PETITIONS (HEARINGS)
3) SPECIAL ORDER
a) Introduction of FHSU Leadership 310 Team
b) Consider Approval of CDBG Grant Contract and Designate Authorized Signatures – Justine Benoit, Western Kansas Planning & Development
c) Discussion on City Bond Financing – Dustin Avey, Piper Jaffray
d) Discussion on Golf Course Water Meters – Dean Gottschalk, Ellis Golf Club
4) UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a) Consider Waterline Improvement Project Bid Results and Award of Contract – Driggs Design Group
b) Consider Bids for Asphalt Millings and Transportation to Ellis
c) Consider Bids on Additional Test Hole Drilling
d) Consider Authorizing Signature on Voluntary Dismissal of Application for Permit to Appropriate Water
e) Consider Ratification of Campground Dock Expenditures
f) Consider Additional Street Projects
g) Consider Amendments to Code Section 13-502 Regarding Clearing Sidewalks
5) NEW BUSINESS
a) Consider Approval of Council Member Appointment
b) Consider Approval of Appointment to Planning Commission/Board of Zoning Appeals
c) Consider Approval of Public Property Permit Applications, Event Requests for Traffic Control, and Noise Permit Application – EHS Alumni Association
d) Consider Resolution Entering into Kansas Department of Commerce PRIDE Program
e) Consider Acceptance of Copier Proposals
f) Consider Amendments to Certifications Acknowledged in Personnel Manual
g) Consider Ratification of Emergency Repair to Water Treatment Plant
6) REPORTS FROM CITY OFFICIALS
a) Administrative
1) Public Works
(1) Comparative Water Report
(2) Department Update
2) Police
(1) February Activity Report
(2) March Staff Calendar
(3) Department Update
3) City Clerk
(1) January Health Insurance Summary
(2) Department Update
4) Attorney
5) Mayor Update and Announcements
(1) Announce Trades Board Joint Meeting
(2) FY 2015 Annual Report – Foster Grandparent and Senior Companion Programs
EXECUTIVE SESSIONS
7) ADJOURNMENT

Lincoln Co. Sheriff, KBI investigate fatal weekend shooting

Posted on March 7, 2016March 7, 2016

LINCOLN COUNTY – Law enforcement authorities in Lincoln County are investigating a fatal weekend shooting.

Sheriff’s deputies and EMS responded to a home in the 2500 Block of Deer Drive in Beverly just before 2a.m. on Saturday, according to Sheriff Michael Weigel.

There was an altercation and a 33 year-old man died at the scene, according to Weigel.

Joseph Alan Schultz, 36, was arrested in connection with the shooting.

“He is being held for murder in the 2nd degree on an $800K bond and is expected to make a first court appearance on Tuesday afternoon,” said Weigel.

The KBI is helping investigate the case.

The name of the victim has not been release.

UPDATE FHSU president to address Hays USD 489 Board at Monday’s meeting

Posted on March 7, 2016March 7, 2016

Video courtesy USD 489 News – Watch the full Feb. 15 meeting here.

By JAMES BELL
Hays Post

Fort Hays State University President was Mirta Martin was scheduled to address the Hays USD 489 Board of Education at tonight’s work-session and Board meeting about an incident that occurred on Feb. 15.

That appearance has been pushed back to March 21, due to scheduling conflicts.

At the board meeting on Feb. 15, Gary Brinker, director of the Docking Institute at FHSU, pushed the board to consider commissioning a survey on the $94 million bond issue the board is currently pursuing.

During his presentation, tensions became high, ultimately leading to Brinker leaving mid-presentation.

During tonight’s meeting the Board will also discuss several other routine topics, including:

Approve bills in the amount of $142,782.94.
The board shall vote to approve the Kansas Early Head Start Home Visitation grant.
The board shall vote to approve the Kansas Early Head Start Partnership grant.
The board shall vote to approve a bid for the purchase of nutrition services point-of-sale software.
Rene Burns, O’Loughlin second-grade teacher, will present how technology is being utilized to communicate with parents on student progress.
The board will receive an update regarding the current digital learning plan.
The board will discuss summer school fees for 2016.
The board will discuss the possibility of raising wages for entry level positions in the district. The board will discuss the possible use of construction management for bond issue projects pending a successful bond issue.
The board will discuss adopting the resolution to pursue a June 7th bond issue election at the March 21st board meeting.
The board will review the proposed calendar for the 2016-17 school year calendar.
The board shall discuss the renewal of administrative contracts for the 2016-17 school year.

The meeting will be streamed live by the USD 489 News Team on Eagle Channel 13 and HaysPost.com.

HPD Activity Log March 4-6

Posted on March 7, 2016March 7, 2016

The Hays Police Department responded to 1 animal call and 17 traffic stops Friday, March 4, 2016, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Driving Under the Influence–4000 block Gen Hays Rd, Hays; 12:57 AM
Theft (general)–200 block E 5th St, Hays; 1:16 AM
Theft (general)–200 block W 9th St, Hays; 2:12 AM
Mental Health Call–1400 block E 29th St, Hays; 3:09 AM
Alarm – Bank–2400 block Vine St, Hays; 4:40 AM
Burglary/storage unit–4100 block Fillmore St, Hays; 3/3 11:36 PM; 3/4 12:04 AM
Theft (general)–400 block E 13th St, Hays; 11:54 AM
Welfare Check–700 block E 6th St, Hays; 12:24 PM
Theft (general)–1600 block Main St, Hays; 12:59 PM
Found/Lost Property–1100 block E 8th St, Hays; 1:54 PM
Burglary/residence–1300 block Pine St, Hays; 2/29 12 AM; 3/1 8 AM
Custody Dispute–100 block W 13th St, Hays; 2:49 PM
Disturbance – General–300 block W 16th St, Hays; 5:12 PM
Burglary/storage unit–1100 block E 22nd St, Hays; 2/10 8 AM; 3/2 7 PM
Animal At Large–1800 block Ash St, Hays; 9:07 PM
Found/Lost Property–Hays; 9:36 PM
Driving Under the Influence–200 block E 13th St, Hays; 9:36 PM
Assist – Other (not MV)–2200 block Canterbury Dr, Hays; 8:52 PM

The Hays Police Department responded to 13 animal calls and 8 traffic stops Sat., March 5, 2016, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Criminal Damage to Property–700 block Park St, Hays; 1:06 AM
Disturbance – Noise–200 block E 14th St, Hays; 2:36 AM
Theft (general)–4300 block Vine St, Hays; 9:50 AM
Phone/Mail Scam–1300 block E 33rd St, Hays; 9:50 AM
Animal At Large–22nd and Allen, Hays; 10:58 AM
Found/Lost Property–Hays; 12:46 PM
Civil Dispute–100 block W 38th St, Hays; 1 PM
Animal Bite Investigation–19th and Fort, Hays; 1:38 PM
MV Accident-Personal Injury–1000 block E 41st St, Hays; 1:58 PM
Suspicious Activity–35th and Fort, Hays; 2:16 PM
Burglary/residence–400 block E 7th St, Hays; 3:21 PM
Assist – Other (not MV)–700 block E Kansas St, McPherson; 2/29 8 AM; 5 PM
Found/Lost Property–4400 block Vista Dr, Hays; 4:30 PM
MV Accident-Hit and Run–1900 block Vine St, Hays; 4:32 PM; 4:30 PM
Theft (general)–2700 block Hall St, Hays; 4:30 PM; 4:40 PM
Animal At Large–1400 block US 183 Alt Hwy, Hays; 5:13 PM
Disturbance – Noise–2000 block Vine St, Hays; 7:13 PM
Traffic/Driving Complaint–183 Hwy, Hays; 7:21 PM
Unlawful Use of Weapon–100 block E 7th St, Hays; 9:42 PM
Intoxicated Subject–100 block W 6th St, Hays; 11:12 PM
Intoxicated Subject–800 block Ash St, Hays; 11:51 PM

The Hays Police Department responded to 6 animal calls and 5 traffic stops Sun., March 6, 2016, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Drug Offenses–100 block W 7th St, Hays; 12:08 AM
Domestic Disturbance–200 block W 4th St, Hays; 3:30 AM; 3:41 AM
Animal At Large–Elm and Main St, Hays; 8:24 AM
Criminal Damage to Property–3100 block Thunderbird Cir, Hays; 8:40 AM
Lost Animals ONLY–2100 block Walnut St, Hays; 10 AM
Animal Cruelty/Neglect–2700 block Hickory St, Hays; 11:48 AM
Lost Animals ONLY–400 block E 17th St, Hays; 11:54 AM
Battery – simple–300 block W 7th St, Hays; 11:58 AM
Intoxicated Subject–3400 block Vine St, Hays; 1:04 PM
MV Accident-City Street/Alley–2500 block Vine St, Hays; 1:29 PM; 1:30 PM
Disturbance – General–1500 block Marjorie St, Hays; 3:07 PM
Disturbance – Fight–2400 block Main St, Hays; 4:37 PM
Theft (general)–2000 block Main St, Hays; 3/5 6:30 PM; 3/6 9 AM
Welfare Check–700 block E 6th St, Hays; 9:03 PM
Theft (general)–700 block E 6th, Hays; 3/5 9:30 AM; 3/6 11:30 PM

U.S. Honor Flag rests in Hays during trek to remember fallen law enforcement

Posted on March 7, 2016March 7, 2016

The U.S. Honor Flag is accompanied by KHP west out of Topeka. — Driven by Chris Heisler, the U.S. Honor Flag is escorted by the Kansas Highway Patol west out of Topeka.

By BECKY KISER
Hays Post

Chris Heisler is nearly unstoppable. In Hays last Wednesday after driving from St. Louis, he and his service dog Major stopped to rest overnight and to visit with his friend, Bill Ring, the Ellis County Emergency Manager.

The next morning, Heisler headed out again in his specially-wrapped Chevrolet pickup with the U.S. Honor Flag securely stored in the vehicle in a biometric-lock safe. Heisler drove west on I-70 to Denver, accompanied by Kansas law enforcement, until the “handoff” at the state line, where Heisler and Major were welcomed by Colorado law enforcement and a cascading water salute by firetrucks.

For the fifth time in less than 10 months, Heisler was taking the U.S. Honor Flag to the funeral of a law enforcement officer killed in the line of duty as the result of a felony action–this time in Denver. “He died protecting his community and we’ll bring a national honor to him.”

(James Bell, video editor)

“It’s unfortunate,” Heisler acknowledged, “but this flag that travels all over the country in this truck is a special U.S. flag that flew during recovery effort at Ground Zero following the September 11, 2001 attacks in New York City. Since then, this flag has traveled more than seven million miles to honor fallen police officers, firefighters and soldiers.”

The U.S. Honor Flag on the Space Shuttle Atlantis in 2011. — The U.S. Honor Flag aboard the Space Shuttle Atlantis in 2011.

Those 7,000,000 miles include travel on U.S. Navy aircraft carriers, submarines, and the space shuttle’s last mission to the International Space Station.

The U.S. Honor Flag, transported by Heisler and Major, was part of 143 funerals, tributes and memorial events last year.

“It represents the selfless service of the men and women who served our communities and our country.”

Heisler is himself a disabled veteran who served in the Army’s 101st Airborne Division in Iraq. He took the flag with him to Iraq, which had been given to Heisler by the Texas House of Representatives shortly after 9-11. “At that point, it was just a flag we used in Iraq for promotion ceremonies, enlistment ceremonies, and memorials for soldiers who were killed,” he said. Heisler, a Texas native, returned stateside with the flag. In 2007, it was used during the funerals for three Midland police officers killed in the line of duty. “When the flag went to honor them, it was done so reverently the flag has never been back to my house since. It’s always moving.”

ushf 4 shot — U.S. Honor Flag Founder Chris Heisel and Major, Ft. Worth, visit with USHF Logistics Coordinator Patti Payne, Salina, and Ellis Co. Emergency Manager Bill Ring in Hays March 2.

There is no staff for the U.S. Honor Flag network, founded by Heisler. Donations to the non-profit organization can be made on its website. It’s now a large organization operated by volunteers from across the country. “It’s an incredible group of people who just do the right thing,” he said with pride.

One of those volunteers is Salina resident Patti Payne. She and her daughter met up with Heisler while he was in Hays. Payne volunteers as a USHF Logistics Coordinator. She has the connections. Payne is a dispatcher for the Kansas Highway Patrol, where she’s worked for 17 years.

Special white gloves, with USHF embroidered in blue, are worn by the honor guards hold the flag. All-white replica gloves are Replicas are placed on the hands of the deceased heroes and are buried or cremated with them. The gloves worn by the honor guard members–only once–are given to the family after the ceremony.

Major, a 16-month-old yellow Labrador and Heisel’s second service dog, also participates in the ceremonies.

“He’ll stand in formation with the officers and he does the salutes. He’s a great part of the team.” Major also accompanies Heisel on his visits to classrooms–“from kindergarten to college”-across the country to talk about the U.S. Honor Flag program.

Among the symbols and logos decorating Heisel’s transport truck is a closeup picture of gloved honor guard hands holding the U.S. Honor Flag.

ushf 339 badge — Slain Topeka Police Cpl. Jason Harwood was a USHF honor guard member.

Those are the hands of slain Topeka Police Cpl. Jason Harwood. Harwood was a member of the police color guard during funeral services for Topeka police Cpl. David Gogian and Officer Jeff Atherly who were shot to death on Dec. 16, 2012, in the parking lot of a Dillon’s grocery store. Hardwood was then killed Sept. 7, 2014, during a car stop in east Topeka. Harwood’s badge number–339–graces the front license plate of Heisel’s truck. It was given to him by Harwood’s brother, Jeremy Harwood, a Kansas Highway Patrol trooper.

Heisler said it’s the first time one of the U.S. Honor Flag honor guard members was later killed while on duty, and then, in turn, was honored with the same flag he once carried for another law enforcement officer.

RAHJES REPORT: March 7

Posted on March 7, 2016

Hello from Topeka.

I want to thank the Graham, Rooks and Phillips County Farm Bureaus for hosting the legislative updates in Hill City, Plainville and Agra. It is always good to listen to the concerns of the 110th District. Also, over this past weekend I participated in the Republican Caucus in Phillipsburg.

One concern voiced to me has not changed; many people want to know how the state budget will be balanced. The budget was passed in mid-February this year and was signed by the Governor on Friday and included two line item vetoes dealing with spending the governor wanted. One was the 20-million-dollar loan for the new HVAC unit for the Capital area and the other was STAR Bonds for projects in Wyandotte County, which would be used to try to lure the American Royal from the Missouri side of Kansas City to the Kansas side near the National Ag Hall of Fame. These projects may be needed, but at this time I believe we need to focus on short term solutions to balance the budget.

As tax revenues continue to come in lower than forecasted it will mean more cuts, as it looks like the votes are not there to repeal the 2012 tax plan or raise taxes in any form. We must balance the budget which means tough choices have to be made, and K-12 school funding will need to be addressed too, adding to the challenge.

One of the committees I sit on is the General Government Budget Committee. This week we are reviewing some of the recommendations of a study conducted last year to find efficiencies in state government. Some of these can be done without legislative action while others would need to be changed through the process. Recommendations range from bidding out services like state printing and managing some insurance services, to paying state bills in such a way as to gain the best advantage for the state of Kansas.

The time for the blame game is over.

We are scheduled for First Adjournment on March 25th, which leaves us limited time to do things the right way, rather than late night, all or nothing bills which have consequences that we cannot afford.

Please reach out to me if you have concerns, questions or issues that need to be addressed. You can keep up on things by following and liking Ken for Kansas on Facebook. During the session I can be reached: Ken Rahjes, Kansas State Capitol, 168-W, Topeka, KS 66612; Phone: (785) 296-7676; Email: [email protected]; or 1798 E 900 Rd, Agra, KS 67621; Cell: (785) 302-8416 or [email protected].

You can also track bills and get specific information by going to kslegislature.org. I look forward to seeing you when you are in Topeka or out and about in the district.

Joyce Arlene (Blickenstaff) Corwin

Posted on March 7, 2016

Joyce Arlene (Blickenstaff) Corwin went to be with her Lord peacefully on Saturday, March 5, 2016 at the LTC in Quinter, KS. She was 88 years of age. She was born on January 29, 1928 to Carl and Pauline (Smith) Blickenstaff in Quinter, Kansas.

Joyce attended all of her school years in the Quinter school system and graduated from Quinter High School in 1946.

Joyce was united in marriage to Merlin (Bub) Corwin in 1946 at Columbus, Kansas. They lived in both Emporia, Kansas and Hays, Kansas while Bub was in college. Bub and Joyce moved to Quinter, Kansas in 1949 where they lived the rest of their lives. Bub passed away in 1999.

Joyce was a member of the Quinter United Methodist Church where she celebrated her faith. Joyce loved her Lord and Savior and had great joy in sharing Him any way she was given an opportunity to do so. For many years, Joyce taught children’s Sunday school, attended adult Sunday school classes, taught vacation Bible school, directed the Christmas program, and was active in the United Methodist Women. She especially cherished sharing the gift of the cross and the message that “He Arose.” Another joy of Joyce’s was helping to organize and participate in the Prayer and Praise group at Gove County Long Term Care Center (LTC) for over 20 years.

Time spent in several social clubs in Quinter, the Stitch and Chatter Club, Gyne Fealti, and the Widows Night Out Club, provided special friendships through the years. As a volunteer member of the Hospital Auxiliary, Joyce helped run the gift shop and multiple other jobs around the hospital. She also served as a member of the Hospital Endowment Committee for many years.

Joyce assisted her husband, Bub, in managing and operating the Q-Inn Restaurant for a number of years. She then worked at Ray’s Pharmacy for several years. In 1977, Bub and Joyce moved to the Blickenstaff farm and eventually took over the operation from Carl and Pauline In 1999, Bub passed away, however, Joyce continued to live on the farm until 2015. At that time, she moved to the LTC in Quinter where she extended her kind-hearted ways and positive attitude to the other residents and staff. They all became an important part of her new stage in life. Joyce enjoyed gardening, especially caring for the 100-year-old asparagus patch. She also maintained her rhubarb patch, which provided enough for her to make her well-known homemade rhubarb ice cream. She also planted and cared for numerous flowerbeds, especially enjoying the lilies. She loved being outside as much as possible as the caretaker of the farmstead, including plants, trees, cats, and other animals.

Joyce and Bub were blessed with five children: James and wife Carolyn, Buhler, KS; Virginia and husband David Hefner, Hays, KS; Donald, Quinter, KS; Richard and wife Mary, Quinter, KS; and Robert and wife Jayme, Quinter, KS.

Eight grandchildren blessed Joyce and Bub’s life with laughter, love, and incredible memories. Many of those special times were when grandchildren spent time at the farm during the summer. Grandchildren include: Kristen and husband Jeff Wright; Jennifer and husband Justin Wood; Samantha and husband Faron Kraft; Jay and wife Becca Corwin; Sadie Corwin; Cody, Marissa, and Colton Corwin.

There were 11 great grandchildren, including: Tyler, Kayla, Natalie, and Lydia Wright; Miles, Olivia, and Crosby Wood; Teron, Triston, and Tera Kraft; and Mabyn Corwin.

Joyce left a positive impression on all that she met. She was a loving wife, cherished mother, fun-loving grandmother, and kind-hearted great grandmother. In addition, close relationships with cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends were very important to her.

And, as we all know Joyce, she would have wanted her life, her relationships, and her memorial to provide another opportunity to reach anyone who had not accepted Jesus as his or her savior. That is an immense part of her legacy for all of us. As she often said, “God so loved” and “Praise the Lord”.

A memorial service will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 12, 2016 at the United Methodist Church, Quinter. An intimate private family burial will take place prior to services.

Visitation will be Friday, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home in Quinter.

In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial contributions may be given to the Quinter United Methodist Church and the Gove County Medical Center Auxiliary. Contributions may be left at the service or sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 901 South Main, Quinter, KS 67752.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.schmittfuneral.com.

Moran: Guantanamo prison valuable for intelligence analysis

Posted on March 7, 2016

Sens. Moran, Gardner and Daines meet Feb. 29 with Joint Task Force Guantanamo Commander Rear Adm. Peter J. Clarke, and Deputy Commander Brig. Gen. Jeffrey W. Burkett.

WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran says his visit last week to U.S. prison at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, was an “eye-opening experience.”

The Kansas Republican told Leavenworth community leaders in a telephone conference call Monday that visit reaffirmed his belief the detention facility is necessary.

Without elaborating, Moran says he received a high-level classified briefing while at the prison that showed its value for analyzing intelligence.

President Barack Obama submitted a plan last month for closing the prison to Congress, which quickly rejected the proposal. The plan was Obama’s attempt to make good on an unfulfilled campaign promise.

Moran told local officials who worry that detainees would be relocated to Fort Leavenworth that the president is legally prohibited from closing the Guantanamo detention facility and bringing them to the United States.

Kansas school district, law enforcement investigate voice-mail threat

Posted on March 7, 2016

BUTLER COUNTY –Law enforcement authorities in Butler County and officials with schools in Andover are investigating an alleged threat to schools in USD 385, according to an online note sent to parents, students and staff.

A voicemail, which sounds to be a child’s voice, has led administrators and police to work together on what is believed to be a threat against staff at all schools in the district, according to the memo.

School employees are following protocol, and all schools are on alert, which means students are continuing their lessons in classrooms with their teachers.

The memo reminds parents that safety of students and staff is a top priority and the staff members are doing a great job keeping students safe.

10-year-old Kansas boy dies after mini-bike accident

Posted on March 7, 2016March 7, 2016

MCPHERSON COUNTY -A Kansas boy died in an accident just after 1:30p.m. on Saturday in McPherson County.

Nicholas Ratzlaff, 10, Galva, was southbound on an off-road mini bike on 24th Avenue near Galva according Undersheriff Jim Johnston

Ratzlaff made a left turn in front of a southbound pickup as it moved to pass the off-road vehicle.

Ratzlaff was pronounced dead at the scene. He was not wearing a helmet, according to Johntson.

No charges are expected in connection with the accident. The bike is not street legal, according to authorities.

HaysMed Sports Medicine announces upcoming Athletic Testing Combine

Posted on March 7, 2016

Hays Medical Center

HaysMed Sports Medicine is hosting its 15th annual Athletic Testing Combine on Saturday, April 16, from 9 to 11 a.m. at The Center for Health Improvement.

Registration fee is $20 per person. This testing is for male or female, grades 6 through 12. Make-up combine sessions will be held on April 23 and April 30 at 3 p.m.

Every athlete strives to do his or her best in whatever sport they participate in. In order to achieve that goal, it is important to know at what level you are performing and how that performance can be improved. The Athletic Testing Combine is designed to assess athlete’s individual strengths and weaknesses in order to help them reach their highest athletic potential.

tests performed during this event include: height, weight, seated shot put, pro agility, vertical jump, standing long jump, bench press and 10-yard and 40-yard dashes, which are electronically timed. High Plains Sports Medicine provides highly qualified staff and professional testing equipment including the use of electronic timing equipment accurate to the 1/100th of a second. This ensures accurate and reliable results.

Each athlete in attendance will receive an individual athletic profile. This includes test results, percentile rankings, and an overall athletic rating allowing athletes to identify specific strengths and weaknesses. In addition, athletic directors and coaches from each school will be provided similar reports. The results are also sent to Midwest colleges for their review of athletes interested in playing college sports.

Registration is due April 11. For more information contact Shawn Landers, MS, LAT, ATC, CSCS at 785.623.6369, https://www.haysmed.com/the-center/athletic-testing-combine/ or email at [email protected].

Weekend search uneventful for missing Kansas woman

Posted on March 7, 2016

RICE COUNTY – Law enforcement authorities spent the weekend searching along the Arkansas River in Rice County for a missing woman, according to a social media report from Kansas Game Wardens.

“We had planned this search based on a tip we received,” said Rice County Under Sheriff Brian Treaster.

The Sheriff’s office had no additional details to report on Monday morning except that the search for Megan Fogleson, 23, Alden, continues. She was reported missing in November.

The Reno and Barton County Sheriff’s Offices, Lyons Police Department, Kansas Search and Rescue Dog Association and Kansas Game Wardens participated in the search.

Woman dies, 2 children hospitalized after Russell Co. SUV accident

Posted on March 7, 2016March 7, 2016

RUSSELL COUNTY – A Natoma woman died in an accident just after 2 a.m. on Monday in Russell County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2003 Chevy Blazer driven by Rebecca Jean Johnson, 40, Natoma, was southbound on U.S. 281 six miles north of Russell.

The SUV ran off the right side of roadway and struck a box culvert.

Johnson was pronounced dead at the scene and transported to Brock’s Funeral Home.

Passengers in the vehicle MaKenzie Boller, 3, and Vincent Boller, 1, both of Natoma, were transported to Wesley Medical Center.

All were properly restrained at the time of the accident, according to the KHP.