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Month: August 2019

Ernest A. Thacker

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Phillipsburg resident Ernest A. Thacker passed away Thursday, August 22, 2019 at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, NE at the age of 79.

He was born February 28, 1940 in Russell, KS the son of Harold F. and Amy (Corwin) Thacker.

He was united in marriage to Thelma G. Wells on June 12, 1960 in Russell, KS. She survives.

Other survivors include two sons, Rodney of Hays, KS and Doug of Casper, WY; daughter, Carrie Bredemeier of Colby, KS; brother, Harold of Wichita, KS; sister, Amy Ellen Casper of North Platte, NE; six grandchildren; and 5 great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 27, 2019 in the United Methodist Church, Phillipsburg, with Pastor Blake Stanwood officiating. Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery, Phillipsburg.

Mr. Thacker will lie in state from noon until 9 p.m. Sunday and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, 1115 2nd Street, Phillipsburg, KS 67661, with the family receiving friends Monday evening from 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. for visitation.

Memorial contributions may be made to the United Methodist Church or the United Methodist Women Thrift Store.

Online condolences: www.olliffboeve.com

Public to meet FHSU football players at Big Creek Crossing Saturday

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By JAMES BELL
Hays Post

Once again, the Fort Hays State University Football team will gather to meet the public and sign autographs at Big Creek Crossing at 1 p.m. Saturday.

“We do the football signing every year,” said Branson Hoffman, marketing director, noting he expects over 120 players to be available during the free event.

“You can bring a T-shirt or your favorite item to get signed,” he said.

There will be posters, too, and markers will be provided.

The facility opens its doors to host the event and will have other activities during the day to accompany the team autograph session.

“We see ourselves as an asset to the community and we want to give back, but we also want to open our doors to not just shopping,” Hoffman said. “We want to have that good relationship with the community and this is a perfect example.

“We have such a good location on Vine street and with us having a big open center court with a high-traffic area, it just works,” he said.

The autograph session will run until 3 p.m., immediately followed by a back-to-school fashion show showcasing ensembles from some of the center’s shops.

“They just kind of model their back to school trends and fashion, clothes,” Hoffman said.

The center will also have a food truck rally from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., a feature of the event that started in 2017.

“The public is welcome to come for any part or all three,” Hoffman said. “It’s one fun day for it all.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

LETTER: Sheridan Co. Sheriff explains funding used for new K9 officer Dak

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Sheridan Co. sheriff officer with K9 Dax

The following is a letter posted Friday on FB by Sheriff Brandon Carver to the residents of Sheridan County:

As Paul Harvey would say … here is the rest of the story!

The Sheridan County Sheriff’s Office wants to bring our taxpayers up to speed about the funding situation for K9 Dak. Prior to deciding on purchasing a drug dog, we took an online survey, we also discussed the idea with the commissioners. We felt that a drug dog was necessary due to the influx in drug cases, especially meth cases.

These drugs are ruining communities, families, and increasing other crime. If Law Enforcement doesn’t take proactive stance with the current drug “epidemic” happening nationwide, we will see more deaths and more victims of crimes. Our agency will stand their ground against illegal drugs.

We proceeded with getting the K9 solely based on the fact that the K9 would be funded by a GI Bill through the VA. Paperwork was submitted and accepted. We then proceeded with obtaining the dog and certifying both the handler and the K9. It was brought to our attention from the training facility that they hadn’t received payment for reimbursement for the K9. Long story short, the training facility that was listed on the initial application and was approved, was later denied and informed by the VA that the training facility was not accredited training facility through the VA. Which left us in a horrible position.

We were scrambling around trying to find the funding as our budget couldn’t withhold it. God answered our prayers, with outstanding support from the community and actually from around the state. We held a “beef raffle”, the beef was donated by local rancher (who wants to remain anonymous), which helped us tremendously. We raised over $4,000 with this fundraiser. We have had other individuals donate afghan blankets, collector cars, and misc items to be raffle off at a later date.

We didn’t know how the “beef raffle” would go over, so we looked at other avenues for funding too. We hired Corina Cox with Northwest Kansas Planning & Development Commission (NWKPDC) to help us with a grant. We applied for a $10,000 grant through the Dane G. Hansen Community Foundation and received confirmation that we received $5,000 of the $10,000 requested.

Through all the donations and grant funds received, I am proud to report to the tax payers that your local K9 Dak is fully paid for, the required equipment is paid for, and all other expense are covered. There are no words that could ever express my gratitude toward our local citizens and folks from around the state for your support! Thank You and God Bless

Sheridan County Sheriff Brandon Carver
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Family outraged after teen killed, 7-year-old shot in KC yard

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KANSAS CITY  (AP) — Relatives are outraged after a 17-year-old was killed outside a Kansas City home and his 7-year-old sister shot six times as she played nearby.

Police on the scene of the fatal shooting -image courtesy KCTV

Police suspect that another teen opened fire Wednesday night after an argument, killing Zavien Hall and wounding his sister, Jazmine Hall. She is hospitalized in stable condition. No other suspect description has been offered and no arrests have been made.

The siblings’ great-grandmother, Jannie Hall, asked what Zavien could have done that was “so bad.” She also expressed outrage that Jazmine had been wounded, saying, “Son, what was wrong with you?”

Zavien’s great-grandfather, Emanuel Hall, says there is “no explanation as to why this would have happened.” Zavien’s family described the teen as a jokester, playful but extremely respectful.

Some Hays customers without water because of main break

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Hays Post

The city of Hays has experienced a water main line break at about the 1500 block of  27th Street

Customers in the area of 27th Street between Indian Trail and Broadway will be without water until the break can be fixed.

Crews have been mobilized and are working on the issue now, according to a city official.

The city did not know how long it would take to fix the problem.

They also did not know what caused the break.

 

Sally Ann Nuss

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Sally Ann Nuss, 82, of Olathe, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on August 11th, 2019. She was born at home on February 10th, 1937 to Otis and Elsie (Brassfield) Foster in Miami County, KS.

Sally grew up in the same area and attended a one room schoolhouse. She then graduated from Rantoul High School in 1954. While there, she was on the basketball team and softball team, a cheerleader, involved in theatre, and the Homecoming Queen. After high school, Sally attended Clark’s Business School in Topeka where she learned shorthand which she would later use to amaze her grandchildren who thought she knew secret code.

Sally met a handsome Woolworth manager in Ottawa, Kansas, William (Bill) Nuss, and they were married for over 50 years. Together they owned Nuss’ Ben Franklin in Hays, Kansas for over 20 years. They then moved to Lenexa, Kansas and had Debbie’s Hallmark and Debbie’s Card and Gift in Lenexa that they managed with daughter Debbie. She later retired with Bill and became a Grandma and Great-Grandma before her passing.

Sally loved to laugh, be silly, and loved her family. She was a lover of dogs, coffee, fishing, horses, TV shows, KU Basketball, romance novels, and going out to dinner with family. She taught her family to not take yourself so seriously and the value of spending quality time together.

She is survived by her son Tony Nuss and his wife Connie of Chanhassen, Minnesota, granddaughter Emily Lazar and her husband Joe of Minneapolis, Minnesota, 3 great-grandchildren Joey, Audrey, and Leah Lazar of Minneapolis, and grandson Michael Nuss, also of Minneapolis. She is also survived by her daughter Debbie Medlin and her husband Mark of Overland Park, Kansas, her granddaughter Jessica Collins and her husband Brenton of Olathe, Kansas, and her granddaughter Katlin Medlin of Overland Park, Kansas. Also survived by: cousins Bob and Marlene Smith of Paola, Kansas and Tom Foster, sister-in-law Mariette Green of Tujunga, California.

She is preceded in death by her parents Otis and Elsie (Brassfield) Foster, her husband William Nuss, her aunts Ollie Brassfield, Grace LaVern Brassfield, and Faye (Foster) Smith and husband Willis, uncles Roy Foster, Vinton Foster, and William Foster.

A celebration of Sally’s life will be held at 10:00 am on Friday, August 16, 2019 at Penwell Gabel’s Olathe Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, donations can be mailed to KCHPC, 1500 Meadow Lane Parkway, Suite 200, Kansas City, MO, 64114.

Former employee of Kan. foster care agency charged with sex crimes

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SALINE COUNTY — A former employee of Saint Francis Ministries in Salina is facing 11 charges including rape, sexual exploitation of a child and indecent liberties with a child.

Nathaniel McEachin photo Saline Co.

Saline County District Court records show Nathaniel McEachin worked for Saint Francis Ministries from December 2018 to May 2019, when he was fired.

Morgan Rothenberger, spokesman for Saint Francis Ministries, says the organization notified authorities when suspicions were raised about McEachin.

McEachin worked at the Youth Residential Center II in Salina.

The victims were four girls — ages 14 through 17 — and the alleged crimes occurred between May 30, 2018, and May 5, 2019, according to police.

Saint Francis has been a contractor for Kansas Department for Children and Families since 1986. It provides foster care, family preservation, reunification, adoption and child placement services

-The AP contributed to this report.

Joyce Arlene (Bannister) Bromlow

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Joyce Arlene (Bannister) Bromlow of Overland Park, Kansas passed away in her sleep in the early morning hours of October 30, 2018.

Joyce was born on August 27, 1939 at St. Joseph’s Memorial Hospital in Larned, Kansas and was the only daughter to Charles Bannister and Gladys (Hanson) Bannister of Alexander, Kansas. She grew up on the family farm outside of Alexander, was an active member of the United Methodist Church and graduated from Alexander High School in 1957. Joyce then graduated from Fort Hays Kansas State College with a Bachelor of Science in Education in 1961 and subsequently a Master of Science in Elementary Education in 1966.

On November 24, 1960, Joyce married James D. Bromlow of Fairview, Oklahoma in the Vassar United Methodist Church in Vassar, Kansas. Together they had two children: a daughter, Kerri and a son, Kris. James and Joyce lived in Alexander, Kansas until 1987 when they relocated to LaCrosse, Kansas.

Joyce began her teaching career at the age of nineteen and taught for over forty-two years in the communities of Bazine, Alexander and LaCrosse. After retirement, she continued to serve as a substitute teacher at area elementary schools in the Rush County area. Throughout her adult life, she was an active member of the United Methodist Church, Rebecca Circle, United Methodist Women, and lifelong church choir member. Joyce participated in Rotary Club and served on the Barnhard Library Board for many years. She also held memberships in the Kansas State Teacher’s Association, National Education Association, as well as Rush and Ness County Teacher’s Associations. Joyce was a member of the Beta Gamma Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma for over 40 years, and a lifetime member of the Fort Hays State Alumni Association. She taught Sunday School as well as Vacation Bible School classes, was a member of the Pro Art Music Club, a leader in Girl Scouts, 4-H and served as the Mayor of Alexander.

As evidenced by her commitment to teaching, Joyce thoroughly enjoyed working with children and helping the people in her community. Her biggest enjoyment in life centered around the time spent with her family and in particular making memories while watching her children and grandchildren grow. She loved visiting with friends both old and new. She took pleasure in singing, playing the piano, working in her yard, taking long walks with her husband and friends, cooking, and reading books. Her favorite family outings included attending dinner theaters, concerts, plays, and sporting events. Joyce traveled extensively throughout the continental United States and took trips to Canada as well as Europe. She enjoyed a full life pursuing her passion for knowledge. She lived life with the goal of serving God, her family and her community.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Gladys Bannister as well as her brother William C. (Bill) Bannister.

Surviving family members at her time of death include: husband James Bromlow of Overland Park, Kansas (now deceased); daughter, Kerri Renz (and husband Keith) of Overland Park; son, Kris Bromlow (and wife Laura) of Katy, Texas. Also surviving Joyce are: her five grandchildren, Andrew Renz of Arvada, Colorado; Landon and Hayden Renz of Overland Park; Kaitlyn and Jack Bromlow of Katy, Texas; two great grandchildren, Hailey and Nathan Renz of Lawrence, Kansas; her sister in law Marcia Bannister of Hays, Kansas; and numerous loving nieces, nephews and cousins on both the Bromlow and Bannister sides of the family.

The family has planned a celebration of life ceremony to be held in honor of both James and Joyce at the United Methodist Church in LaCrosse, Kansas on Saturday, August 24, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family would encourage donations to the Alzheimer’s Association which can be made at www.alz.org or the United Methodist Church located at 220 Washington, LaCrosse, Kansas 67548.

James Deollis Bromlow

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James Deollis Bromlow of Overland Park, Kansas passed away peacefully surrounded by family on the evening of July 11th, 2019.

James was born on November 16, 1935 at the family home located near Chester in West Dane Township, Major County, Oklahoma and was the second of six children born to Fletcher Deollis Bromlow and Dolah Elisabeth (Thomas) Bromlow. He grew up working on the family farm with his father outside of Chester and graduated from Longdale High School in 1955.

Following graduation, James began his farming career in the summer of 1955 when he was hired by Charles Bannister of Alexander, Kansas. Unbeknownst to him, he also met his future wife at this time. James served two stints in the United States Army from September, 1958 until September, 1960 and again from September 1961 until final discharge in 1962.

On November 24, 1960, James married Joyce Arlene (Bannister) Bromlow of Alexander, Kansas in the Vassar United Methodist Church in Vassar, Kansas. Together they had two children: a daughter, Kerri and a son, Kris. James and Joyce lived in Alexander, Kansas until 1987 when they relocated to LaCrosse, Kansas.

James was a farmer and a life-long caretaker of the land. He enjoyed spending time with his family which often included fishing, trips to visit extended family and friends, going to his childrens’ activities and ball games as well as helping with various 4-H projects. James always made himself available to help out neighbors and fellow farmers when the situation called for it. He also loved playing cards and dominoes while visiting with friends.

James was a member of the Alexander Kiwanis Club; board member of the Alexander Co-op; member of the Rush County Extension Board; member, trustee and usher of the United Methodist Church; Alexander Council Member; and served as the Mayor of Alexander.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce (Bannister) Bromlow, his parents, Fletcher and Dolah Bromlow; brothers Louie and Kenneth; sisters Nidella Gibson and Alzadia Kirkham.

Surviving family members include: daughter, Kerri Renz (and husband Keith) of Overland Park; son, Kris Bromlow (and wife Laura) of Katy, Texas. Also surviving James are: his five grandchildren, Andrew Renz of Wheat Ridge, Colorado; Landon and Hayden Renz of Overland Park, Kansas; Kaitlyn and Jack Bromlow of Katy, Texas; two great grandchildren, Hailey and Nathan Renz of Lawrence, Kansas; his brother Leslie and sister in law Caroline of Seiling, Oklahoma; his sister in law Marcia Bannister and husband Ken Griffin of Hays, Kansas; and numerous loving nieces, nephews and cousins on both the Bromlow and Bannister sides of the family.

The family has planned a celebration of life ceremony to be held in honor of both James and Joyce at the United Methodist Church in LaCrosse, Kansas on Saturday, August 24, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family would encourage donations to the Alzheimer’s Association which can be made at www.alz.org or the United Methodist Church located at 220 Washington, LaCrosse, Kansas 67548.

Winners: Chicken Soup for the Soul book “Angels All Around” with 99 KZ Country

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We are giving away the Chicken Soup for the Soul book “Angels All Around.”

Listen during a KZ Country Morning with Theresa Trapp Monday, August 26 – Friday, August 30, 2019 for chances to call 785-628-2995 and win. No age requirement to win.

Winners will need to pick up their books at the KZ Country Studio, 2300 Hall, Hays, KS within 30 days of winning.

In this book of 101 inspirational stories, contributors share their personal angel experiences of faith, miracles, and answered prayers, which will amaze and inspire you.

More than what we experience, it’s often the memory of who we experience that lasts. And sometimes, we experience an angel.  You will be awed and inspired by these true personal stories from people who are certain that there are angels right here on earth. They know this, because they’ve met them, and if you open your eyes, and your heart, you may find that angels don’t live too far away after all.

Congrats Yvonne McGinnis, Don Burlison, Vivian Kruetzer, Linda Pfannenstiel and Terry Hagaman!

 

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2 Kan. officers hospitalized after they rescue shoplifting suspect from drowning

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SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a case of shoplifting that also sent to officers to the hospital after they rescued a drowning suspect.

Police on the scene of the investigation late Thursday photo courtesy KWCH

Just after 9:30p.m.Thursday, police responded to report of a suspicious character call at Kohls in the 6900 Block of West Kellogg in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson.

Police were told a group of individuals had shoplifted at the east Wichita Kohls, had arrived at the west location and were about to walk out of the store with $1,000 in clothing and other merchandise, according to Davidson.

As a male suspect and a 16-year-old were exiting the store with the merchandise, the store’s Loss Prevention staff confronted them. The two suspects dropped the merchandise and ran.

Loss Prevention staff identified for arriving officers the 16-year-old girl running through the parking lot. As officers attempted to contact her, she jumped into a nearby retention pond. The suspect swam to the middle of the pond and stated she could not swim. She swam to a shallow area and then made a second attempt to swim across the pond. She disappeared under the water, according to Davidson.

Two Wichita Police officers jumped in the pond and located the suspect and brought her to the surface. She was not breathing and unresponsive. The officers brought her to the shore where a third officer began CPR until Sedgwick County EMS arrived.

The girl was revived and taken to an area hospital where she remains hospitalized in critical condition, according to Davidson.

Due to bacteria in the pond, the two officers became violently ill and were taken to an area hospital, treated and released.

The two other larceny suspects fled the scene, according to Davidson.

Flash Flood Watch issued for Ellis Co. tonight; 7.53″ of August rain in Hays

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DODGE CITY – The National Weather Service in Dodge City has issued a Flood Watch Flood Watch for Ellis, Trego, Rush, Scott, Lane and Ness counties from 7 p.m. tonight until 7 a.m. Saturday.

In Hays, another 0.21 inches of rain fell early Friday morning. So far in August, 7.53 inches of rainfall has been recorded at the K-State Agricultural Research Center.

From the National Weather Service:

.Another round of thunderstorms is expected tonight. Widespread rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are expected, with locally higher amounts. Many areas are saturated from rains over the previous week, and additional rainfall will runoff the wet soils.

…FLASH FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING…

* Flash Flood Watch for portions of central Kansas and west central Kansas…including the following in central … Kansas…Ellis and Rush. in west central Kansas…Lane… Ness…Scott and Trego.

* From 7 PM CDT this evening through Saturday morning

* Another round of thunderstorms is expected tonight. Rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches will be common, with locally higher amounts. The additional rainfall will fall on soils saturated by prior rains over the previous week, leading to rapid and increased runoff.

* Pay attention to water levels near bodies of water, and in low lying areas. If thunderstorms approach, seek higher ground. If outdoors enjoying summer activities, flooding becomes even more dangerous. Ensure you have a way to receive flash flood warnings tonight. Flowing water is particularly dangerous at night, when low visibility makes it very difficult to determine how deep the water is, or how fast it is moving.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

A Flash Flood Watch means that conditions may develop that lead to flash flooding. Flash flooding is a very dangerous situation.

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

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