The public auction for seized assets of a Hays restauranteur will be next month in Wichita.
The Kansas Department of Revenue told Hays Post the auction for the seized assets of TK’s Smokehaus will be at 9 a.m. Sept. 18. The auction will be conducted by Palmer Auction.
Click HERE to visit the Palmer Auction website.
RELATED: State shutters TK’s Smokehaus in Hays for nonpayment of taxes
An invisible man marries an invisible woman.
The kids are nothing to look at either.
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Best advice, if you’re a Republican voter, well … wait at least another week to pull off that bumper sticker that shows you supported the losing candidate in your party’s gubernatorial primary election.
Might be this weekend, maybe next, but you might just leave the sticker alone…unless you are trying to sell your car to a Democrat who will probably try to bargain you down a few bucks figuring you don’t make good choices.
Yes, this election cycle has become more intriguing for political junkies as Gov. Jeff Colyer and Secretary of State Kris Kobach scrap in the technical, complicated after-Election Day determination of just who is the Republican nominee for the office of governor.
First, the Election Day results were statistically close–191 votes out of the 310,429 cast for all seven Republican gubernatorial candidates separated Colyer and Kobach. Kobach and Colyer won a total of 82 percent of all those votes. By Saturday, that margin had narrowed to 110 votes, Kobach still ahead…
But figuring who won the most of those votes…well, that’s what this week is about. Used to be simple, someone was an obvious winner. This year, it’s not simple. Colyer and Kobach are now scrapping for every possible vote, whether already counted or some of those mailed-in ballots and the provisional ballots.
Provisional? It just means that a voter’s name and address didn’t match the official voter list that the election workers had in front of them on election day. Maybe a voter moved, changed his/ her name (some recent brides, for example, if they take their spouse’s last name, probably had to file provisional ballots even if they wore a wedding ring to vote). Provisional ballots are also some of those unaffiliated voters who declared themselves Republicans at the voting place, so they could participate in the GOP primary.
Those provisional Republican ballots are the key to this race. All week and even next week, county officials will be meeting to decide whether those provisional ballots will be counted, and to weigh whether mailed-in ballots were in fact mailed on Election Day, not the day after.
Oh, there have been tense county canvass meetings over elections for county commissioners or members of the Legislature, but not the top of the state ballot.
The fuss and time spent on the GOP gubernatorial race essentially makes Democratic gubernatorial nominee Sen. Laura Kelly, D-Topeka, the only major party gubernatorial candidate who will sure-enough be on the November ballot.
And the more sticks and stones that Colyer and Kobach throw at each other—oh, and Kelly is keeping track of ‘em—the more the biggest party in the state divides itself, and moderate Republicans start looking for a candidate who hasn’t been mud wrestling.
And let’s not forget the independent candidate—if he has enough valid signatures on his petition to get a place on the general election ballot. That’s Greg Orman, who has run statewide before, losing to U.S. Sen. Pat Roberts, R-Kan., four years ago. Already there are questions about his petition signature-gathering, and whether some of those signatures will be loudly, publicly rejected—a little stain on the record of a guy who maintains that he represents a choice for voters who don’t like either major political party.
Could it get any better than this? For Kansas, probably, but for reporters it’s a gold mine. A story, an allegation, a slight by one candidate against another, scraps over whether this ballot or that ballot should be counted. For the news media it’s like a house fire to cover every day.
Oh, and reporters don’t have to worry about those bumper stickers. They shouldn’t be on reporters’ cars, anyway…
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FHSU University Relations
The new academic year at Fort Hays State University officially begins at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 15, with the annual Fall Convocation in the Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center in Sheridan Hall on the FHSU campus.
Dr. Jeff Briggs, interim provost and vice president for academic affairs, will deliver the welcome. FHSU President Tisa Mason, entering her first full academic year in the presidency, will deliver the State of the University address at 9:15 a.m.
Opening remarks will also be delivered by Faculty Senate President Dr. Tony Gabel, associate professor of management; FHSU-AAUP President Dr. Janette Naylor-Tincknell, associate professor of psychology; University Support Staff Senate President Lisa Lang, Office of Alumni and Governmental Relations; and Student Government Association President Adam Schibi, Hays senior.
Following her address, President Mason will announce the President’s Distinguished Scholar.
Other awards to be announced:
• Faculty Member of the Year
• Edmund Shearer Advisor of the Year
• John Heinrichs Outstanding Research Mentor
• Department Closing the Loop
• Advancing Assessment
• Virtual College Adjuncts of the Year
President Mason is continuing the tradition of using the occasion as an opportunity to restock the Tiger Food Exchange. Donation bins for non-perishable food items will be available at the doors to Beach/Schmidt. The pantry’s greatest need is for soups, stews, peanut butter, pasta, noodles and canned fruit.
A reception will begin at 10:30 a.m. in the Dreiling Lobby of Sheridan Hall.
The event will be live streamed for those unable to attend. The link is https://livestream.com/accounts/11135493/events/8315411
The Fort Hays State Student Veterans Association would like to invite the public, as well as all FHSU students, to the Golden Q on Aug. 15.
The Golden Q will donate a portion of the proceeds from that day’s special to the Student Veteran’s Association to help raise funds for veterans attending Fort Hays State University. The FHSU Student Veteran’s Association is a group of individuals joined together by their love of service, country and school.
“All of these former military personnel have the same goal in mind, help anyone they can! We are currently raising money to provide scholarships to those current and prior service military members looking to make that transition into college life,” the organization said in a news release. “Please stop by the Golden Q and visit with us on Aug. 15. We thank you in advance for your support.”
By BECKY KISER
Hays Post
It’s one of last celebrations at the Hays Aquatic Park as the swimming season comes to an end.
The third annual Community Night Out sponsored by the Hays Police Department featured free swimming and free food.
The aroma of grilled hamburgers and hot dogs drew the crowd to the food line on the south side of the pool, where they could also enjoy chips, pop and cookies. Those earliest in line also received free t-shirts.
Hamburgers were the most requested menu item, nearly two to one according to one of the two grill chefs, Ron Rounkles. He and another retired officer, Bill Lovewell, estimated more than 400 burgers were consumed along with at least 250 hot dogs.
“It was a beautiful evening and a great turnout,” said Chief Don Scheibler.
The event also is an opportunity for residents to meet police officers, who are not in uniform, in a fun-filled environment, said Brian Dawson, assistant police chief.
“It’s just kind of our way of thanking the community for their support throughout the year,” Dawson explained. “We really enjoy doing this.”
Dawson gave most of the credit to Sgt. Chris Hancock, who he said was again “instrumental” in spearheading the party. “He’s been a rock through this so we really appreciate all his efforts.”
Sponsors for this year’s Community Night Out included Phaze 2, Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #48, Crawford Supply, Pepsi, Walmart, and the Hays Recreation Commission.
Scheibler also thanked the lifeguard staff. “They’ve put in a long day already and we really appreciated them staying during our evening event.”
More often than we’d like to admit we sometimes shoot ourselves in the foot when talking about the challenges we face in farming and ranching. These conversations with our friends, neighbors and family members take place at the local café, filling station, after church or Friday evening ball games.
During these visits, farmers and ranchers sometimes conclude that consumers and non-aggies don’t like them. Or, their urban acquaintances don’t listen to them or care one iota about raising crops or caring for livestock.
Most people don’t need to know much about farming today. They probably think about agriculture less than 30 seconds a year and 20 seconds of that time is based on misinformation.
Why should they?
Do farmers and ranchers wonder what a Detroit automaker does? Who he or she is? And what about their family?
While non-farm and ranch people harbor misconceptions about agriculture, believe me, they like farmers and ranchers. They admire this profession, especially if they understand farmers and ranchers provide the food their families eat.
Still, no one wants to be educated or preached to. Humans like to engage in conversations. They like give and take. Usually, if a person is knowledgeable about a profession like raising cattle, another person who doesn’t know about the livestock industry may be curious and willing to listen.
And while no one understands agriculture like farmers and ranchers, encourage and foster dialogues with those who know little about this profession. This includes people outside your comfort zone – someone you don’t usually talk to like city cousins, foodies, medics, lawyers, etc.
Conduct such conversations on a flight to another state or country. Develop dialogue with people at a professional meeting, just about anywhere and with anyone who isn’t savvy about agriculture.
Times continue to change. Forty years ago, people expressed little interest in agriculture.
As a fledgling photo journalist in the mid-1970s, I can’t remember someone asking me about agriculture at a social event. This just didn’t happen even though some knew I worked in ag journalism.
Agriculture wasn’t hip, cool or fly back then. Today the tables have turned, and some people are quite interested in where their food comes from. They don’t hesitate to walk up to you, cocktail in hand and ask, “Tell me about antibiotics and beef production.”
Talk to them. Tell your story. Exude passion about your chosen profession.
But remember – ask them about their profession, who they are and what makes them tick. Listen.
Develop those relationships and build on those dialogues. Before you can expect someone to listen to you for one-half hour about how important international trade is to your bottom line, you must listen to them tell you about their home and garden, their chosen path in life or whatever else they choose to talk about at the time.
There is a voice that doesn’t use words – listen.
John Schlageck, a Hoxie native, is a leading commentator on agriculture and rural Kansas.
Two online rankers recently named a Hays pizzeria among the state’s best.
Only In Your State and Best Things Kansas ranked longtime Hays pizzeria Lomato’s Pizza second and first, respectively.
BUNKER HILL – Smoky Hills Public Television has begun a capital campaign to fund two projects.
The first project is the replacement of the KSWK transmitter located near Lakin. The transmitter broadcasts Smoky Hills Public Television’s signal to southwest Kansas. When the transmitter is at full strength, nearly 83,000 people in southwest Kansas can receive Smoky Hills’ programming for free with an antenna, including nearly 16,000 children who benefit from the educational kids programming. However, due to age, the transmitter is functioning on low power.
The cost to replace the transmitter is $146,000. Approximately half of the project cost has been donated through the Perle and Catherine Frazee Foundation, the Mona and Mel Winger Family Foundation, Pioneer Electric Area Roundup, the Rundell Foundation and an anonymous donor.
The second project is the purchase of a new video server. The server allows the station to record PBS programs and schedule them with local shows, promotions and acknowledgements of supporters. Without the server, SHPTV would be forced to only broadcast a raw PBS stream, which would be a random schedule of shows.
With the current video server failing, SHPTV is raising $147,000 to replace it. The Hansen Foundation has made a contribution toward this project.
“Smoky Hills Public Television is grateful for all the donations towards this capital campaign,” said Larry Calvery, Smoky Hills Public Television Interim General Manager. “The generosity and support of these donors encourages our continued commitment to raising the remaining funds because these pieces of equipment are essential to the broadcast of Smoky Hills Public Television throughout central and western Kansas.”
Fort Hays State University-Energy Division Seeking Position – Skilled Trades Technician, Plant Operations
The FHSU Energy Division/Power Plant is looking for a dependable individual to hire in the Power Plant Department. This is a full time position with benefits.
TASKS
Operation, maintenance and repair of industrial equipment such as boilers, generators, pumps and valves. Work involves all aspects of boiler operation to include general maintenance and repair of related Energy Division/Power Plant equipment. Follow written and oral procedures, reading and recording gauges and water testing. Able to lift 30-50 lbs.
Working hours during the heating season require 24/7 operation during the months of October to April, requiring shift work for continuous operation. Working hours from May through September are usually Monday – Friday 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. This position may be required to work a flexible work schedule as needed.
REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license. Three years’ experience in some skilled trades area. Prefer experience in electrical or mechanical trades, but this is not required. Must be able to lift 30-50 lbs.
COMPENSATION
Starting Pay: $14.50 / hr., with shift differential, when applicable. Full benefits package. Visit https://www.fhsu.edu/humanresourceoffice/Prospective-Employee/ for more about the benefits.
HOW TO APPLY
Application Process: To apply for this position, please visit https://fhsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CAREERS. Only electronic applications submitted through the webpage will be accepted.
Required Application Documents: Applicants should submit a resume and names and contact information for three professional references. Applicant documents should be submitted in one PDF.
Notice of Non-discrimination – Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, national origin, color, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or veteran status.
Background Check: Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check.
Notice to KPERS retirees applying for a position: Recent legislation changes working-after-retirement rules for both you and your employer if you go back to work for a KPERS employer. Please contact your KPERS representative or www.kpers.org for further information on how this might affect you.
Today Showers and thunderstorms likely before 8am, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm between 8am and 3pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 3pm. Cloudy, with a high near 77. West wind 6 to 13 mph becoming north in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight A 10 percent chance of showers before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 62. North wind 7 to 10 mph.
WednesdayMostly sunny, with a high near 84. North wind 5 to 7 mph becoming east in the afternoon.
Wednesday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 65. Southeast wind around 6 mph.
Thursday Mostly sunny, with a high near 90.
Thursday NightA 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 66.
FridaySunny, with a high near 87.
KANSAS CITY, KAN. – A Kansas man pleaded guilty Monday and admitted he was arrested with almost 1.5 pounds of methamphetamine found in both his car and residence, U.S. Attorney Stephen McAllister said.
Edgar Martinez-Quintana, 36, Kansas City, Kan., pleaded guilty to one count of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. In his plea, he admitted the Kansas City Kan., Police Department stopped his car on Aug. 25, 2017. They found methamphetamine hidden in a roof console and more than $1,900 in cash. A later search of Martinez-Quintana’s residence by officers uncovered more methamphetamine. Sentencing is set for Oct. 2
