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Month: January 2017

Cold with a chance for more rain, sleet or snow

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Monday Freezing rain and sleet, possibly mixed with snow before 1pm, then a chance of snow between 1pm and 3pm, then a chance of rain, snow, freezing rain, and sleet after 3pm. High near 33. North wind around 14 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New ice accumulation of less than a 0.1 of an inch possible. New snow and sleet accumulation of less than a half inch possible.

 

Monday Night A 20 percent chance of snow before 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 24. Northwest wind 8 to 11 mph.

Tuesday Mostly sunny, with a high near 40. Northwest wind around 8 mph.

Tuesday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 24. Southwest wind around 6 mph.

WednesdaySunny, with a high near 49.

Wednesday NightMostly clear, with a low around 29.

ThursdaySunny, with a high near 50.

Thursday NightPartly cloudy, with a low around 30.

FridayPartly sunny, with a high near 48.

Steelers hold off Chiefs in AFC Divisional Playoff

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) – The Pittsburgh Steelers are going to get a rematch with the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship game.

Chris Boswell set an NFL record with six field goals, Le’Veon Bell broke his own franchise playoff record by running for 170 yards as the Steelers advanced to the AFC title game for the first time since the 2010 season.

The Patriots beat the Steelers 27-16 on Oct. 23. Pittsburgh played without quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, who was out with a knee injury.

The Steelers have won nine straight games.

Alex Smith threw for 172 yards with a touchdown and an interception. Spencer Ware ran for a 1-yard score with 2:43 remaining to get the Chiefs within two points. They converted a two-point conversion but it was called by due to a holding penalty on left tackle Eric Fisher. The ensuing pass fell incomplete and Pittsburgh ran out the clock.

Kansas City remains winless at home in the playoffs since the 1993 postseason.

Forsyth Library to receive rare edition book from professor

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FHSU University Relations

Fort Hays State University’s Forsyth Library celebrates professor Andrew L. Warren Esq. from Western New Mexico University for donating a rare, 1793 edition of Adam Smith’s, “Inquiry into the Wealth of Nations,” first published in 1776.

Recognized as the foundational text of classical economics, Smith’s opus investigates the mechanisms of early industrial capitalism.

The three-volume set has remained in Warren’s family for generations and will be added into Forsyth Library’s Special Collection and preserved for its intrinsic historical value.

“The volumes themselves have shown their age, but it’s a pretty significant addition to our Special Collection that we’re excited to have,” said Brian Gribben, library coordinator.

Weather permitting, a reception will be held in Warren’s honor at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17, on the main floor of Forsyth Library in the south study area.

Calvin W. Harvey

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Calvin W. Harvey, age 91, passed away at Rhode Island Suites, Ransom, Kansas on Friday, January 13, 2017. He was born on June 24, 1925.

Memorial Services are pending and will be announced at a later date.

Sheriff investigating series of Kansas ATV thefts

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GRAY COUNTY – Law enforcement authorities in Gray County are investigating a report of another ATV stolen in a rural portion of the county.

The ATV stolen Saturday night was the third one in three weeks, according to the Gray County Sheriff’s Department.

They encouraged residents to lock their vehicles and homes and to keep good records of property including VIN or serial numbers.

They reminded residents to call 911 if you see suspicious persons or vehicles that don’t belong in your area.

Suspect in custody after SW Kansas chase

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FORD COUNTY – Law enforcement authorities in Ford County arrested a suspect after a high-speed chase.

Just after 11 p.m. Saturday, Sheriff’s Deputies in Ford County chased the unidentified suspect east on G Road and 219th.

The suspect vehicle passed the Hodgeman County Sheriff and a Kansas Highway Patrol trooper at the intersection of G Road and U.S. 283, according to a social media report.

As the pursuit came to the intersection of G and 219th, the vehicle turned north.

Hodgeman County Undersheriff Channell set up spike strips North of K Road and 219 Road.

The vehicle crossed the spikes and the deployment was successful.

The pursuit continued North to 219 and Bramley and the vehicle turned west toward Jetmore.

As the pursuit entered town Sheriff Walker struck the suspect vehicle with his patrol vehicle at the intersection of Bramley and Howard.

The vehicle turned North on Eakin from Bramley and continued north. As the pursuit turned back west at Eakin and Wash the Ford County deputy’s vehicle struck the suspect’s vehicle and the pursuit turned into the alley east of the post office and into a backyard.

Deputies removed the suspect from the vehicle for transport back to Ford County Jail.

No names or additional details were released on Sunday.

Report: Election officials threw out thousands of Kan. ballots

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ROXANA HEGEMAN, Associated Press

WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — Kansas election officials threw out thousands of ballots cast in November, mostly because the state had no record those residents were registered voters.

Some local officials are now voicing concerns about numerous documented instances of lost voter registrations from people who had filled out applications on the state’s online site and at motor vehicle offices. Those names never showed up on any poll books despite the fact these voters had date-stamped, computer screenshot confirmations.

The secretary of state’s office says there was a technical problem with the motor vehicle department computer system that handles online registrations that was corrected days after being discovered.

Numbers obtained from county election offices and the League of Women Voters for 11 largest counties show that 8,864 ballots cast were not counted. The reasons vary.

Buy your licenses early and save big

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PRATT – With a little advance planning, hunters and anglers can save big when buying their 2017 hunting and fishing licenses and turkey permits. If you buy your Hunting/Fishing Combo license before Feb. 1, you can save up to $10. Purchasing an Annual Hunting/Fishing Combo now will cost $42.50. After Jan. 31, the Hunting/Fishing Combo price will go up to $47.50. And buying Annual Hunting and Fishing licenses separately will cost $55.00.

Another great way to save is to purchase a five-year license. A Five-year Fishing or Five-year Hunting license is $102.50, which is a savings of $35 compared to buying five annual hunting or fishing licenses over the same period. A Five-year Hunting/Fishing Combo license is $182.50, which is a savings of $30 compared to purchasing five Early-buy Combos or $55 in savings compared to purchasing five regular combo licenses annually.

Spring turkey hunters can save by purchasing a Spring Turkey Permit Combo, which includes a Spring Turkey Permit and Spring Turkey Game tag, available only through March 31. A resident Spring Turkey Combo sells for $37.50. After March 31, you’ll spend $45 purchasing a Spring Turkey Permit and Turkey Game Tag separately.

Ensure you get the best deal by buying early. Licenses and permits can be purchased online at www.ksoutdoors.com or at any of the 600 license vendors across the state.

2 Kansas lawmakers seek to undo campus concealed carry law

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ALLISON KITE, Associated Press

TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — A few Kansas lawmakers are seeking to undo a law that will allow concealed guns in public hospitals and colleges.

The proposal would permanently exempt several types of health care facilities and colleges from a law that allows guns in public buildings. That exemption will otherwise expire July 1.

Supporters of allowing campuses to ban concealed guns are hopeful because the Legislature is more moderate than it was when the law passed in 2013. The National Rifle Association says it won’t support the bill. The NRA says carrying a concealed gun is a right and allows people to protect themselves.

Overland Park Republican Rep. Stephanie Clayton and Wichita Democratic Sen. Oletha Faust-Goudeau plan to introduce bills written by Sen. Barbara Bollier, a Mission Hills Republican.

W. Kan. students to receive Lt. Governor’s Citizenship Award

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TOPEKA – Lieutenant Governor Dr. Jeff Colyer and Kansas State School Board Chairman Jim McNiece will tour Kansas schools announcing a new award honoring High School students who give back to their communities.

The Lieutenant Governor’s Community Service Award recognizes one Kansas high school junior and one senior from each Kansas high school. The award is a way to thank those exceptional students who answer the call to service and make their community a better place. This will be the first year of the Lt. Governor’s Citizenship Award with the intent to make it an annual award.

The Citizenship Award fits perfectly with the Kansas State Board of Education’s new Vision, Outcomes and College and Career Ready Definition. The award delivers a powerful message to encourage others to take action. Civic Engagement is about students sharing their skills and knowledge through actions intended to improve their communities. Students who possess such dedication to giving back deserve our gratitude.

Tuesday, January 17, 2017 tour schedule:
· 7:50 a.m. Arkansas City High School
· 10:15 a.m. Pratt High School
· 12:00 p.m. Garden City High School
· 2:15 p.m. Wichita at the Focht Instructional Service Center

Each award recipient will receive a personalized certificate of achievement along with a congratulatory letter from the Lt. Governor. School administrators will identify the award recipients.

Criteria for Selection:
· The individual has displayed a dedicated commitment to serving his or her community.
· The individual has volunteered his or her time to help those in need at a nonprofit, community organization, faith- based organization, business, school or national service program.
· The individual has consistently put the needs of others above his or her own.
· The individual has set themselves apart from his or her peers through service.

The deadline for submitting nominations is March 17th.

Jeanette Elizabeth (Skolout) Hartnett

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screen-shot-2017-01-15-at-12-05-10-pmJeanette Elizabeth (Skolout) Hartnett passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2017 at Holiday Resort Health and Rehab in Salina, Kansas at the age of 60. She was born on May 11, 1956 in Colby, Kansas to Frank and Mary Ann (Nelson) Skolout. She graduated from Colby High School with the Class of 1975, and was united in marriage to Glenn Hartnett on June 7, 1975 in Colby and eventually they made their home in Palco, Kansas. They were blessed with three children, Ashley, Luke, and Holly.

Jeanette was a loving wife, mother, and homemaker. She was always volunteering and very active in the community and school. She served on the Palco Public Library Board, and was a City Councilmember for the City of Palco. Some of her favorite times were spent supporting all of the activities the kids were involved with.

Jeanette is survived by her husband Glenn Hartnett of the home in Palco; mother Mary Ann Skolout of Hays; son Luke Hartnett of Topeka; daughters Ashley Hartnett of Topeka, and Holly Haselhorst and husband Jarod of Salina; brother Gene Skolout and wife Inez of Colby; sisters Marilyn Kopriva and husband Martin of Atwood, Pam Luedke and husband David of Atwood, and Jackie Skolout of Hays; and grandchildren Harrison Haines, Roenan Haselhorst, Darby Haselhorst, and Raef Haselhorst.

She was preceded in death by her father Frank Skolout.

It is written, “What does the LORD require of you? To act justly, to love kindness, and to walk humbly with God.” Jeanette showed us daily by her example how to give of ourselves, seeking to serve God and others. She leaves a legacy of love for family, friends, and neighbors and will be greatly missed, but never forgotten.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30am on Tuesday, January 17, 2017 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Plainville. Burial will follow in the Sacred Heart Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3:00-8:00pm on Monday at the funeral home with a Rosary at 3:00pm and Prayer Vigil and Rosary at 6:00pm.

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