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Month: August 2019

Ellis Co. restaurant and lodging inspections, 7/29 – 8/4

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Last week’s inspection results from the Kansas Department of Agriculture:

 

Comfort Inn 1001 41st St., Hays – Aug 1

A joint inspection found one violation.

  • Two rubber spatulas where handles connect are dirty.

Tiger Burgers 700 Main St., Hays – Aug 1

A joint inspection found seven violations.

  • Cook had gloves on his hands and was handling raw ground beef by placing it on the grill. After this, he removed his gloves and placed new gloves on his hand without washing, then proceeding to hand ready to eat buns.
  • In the Acantco two-door refrigerator there was a plastic food grade container that had raw shell eggs being stored on a wire rack directly above a container of raw onions and jalapenos. No evidence of leaking was observed.
  • On the self serve condiment line there were cut tomatoes and cooked mushrooms that were at the temperature of 49 F. Ambient temperature of the unit was 47 F. On the cooking line there were two containers of made in-house BBQ Sauce that were at the temperatures of 49 F.
  • The establishment is serving over-easy eggs on the menu with no consumer advisory present.
  • The establishment did not have a thin probe thermometer present.
  • The mop sink faucet had an atmospheric backflow prevention device present along with a Y connection and a shut-off valve after the backflow device. One hose is connected to the chemical dispenser (with air gap) and one hose is connected but hanging below the flood rim.
  • Upon entering into the kitchen inspector started the process to wash his hands but no hand soap was present.

Walmart 4301 Vine, Hays – Aug 1

An inspection following a modified complaint found no violations.

Hays Tiger Inn 3404 Vine, Hays – July 29

An inspection following a modified complaint found one violation.

  • A small amount of trash under a bed frame. There were also some dead spiders present under the bed.

 

64-year-old Reno Co. man jailed after low-speed pursuit in Ellis Co.

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Hooker / Ellis County photo
A Reno County man is in custody after a low-speed pursuit in Ellis County.

Officers responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle parked on the side of the road in the 2600 block of Saline River Road on Friday. The driver of the vehicle fled, traveling north at speeds ranging from 20 to 45 mph, according to Ellis County Undersheriff Scott Braun.

The pursuit ended when officers conducted a tactical vehicle intervention, spinning the vehicle out in the 2600 block of Emmeram Road.

The driver — 64-year-old Breck Hooker — was taken into custody on suspicion of driving under the influence, transporting an open container of alcohol, aggravated battery, and fleeing and eluding a law enforcement official, Braun said.

No officers were hurt, although one cruiser sustained minor damage.

The Ellis County Sheriff’s Office was assisted during the incident by the Kansas Highway Patrol and Victoria Police Department.

Hooker remains held in the Ellis County jail as of Monday morning.

Hansen Arts & Crafts Fair is Aug. 17

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If you enjoy arts and crafts, come spend a fun Saturday in Logan, a farming community nestled in northwest Kansas, on Highway 9.

Logan is home to the Dane G. Hansen Museum which sponsors one of the best arts and crafts fairs in Kansas. Saturday, August 17, 2019, over fifty artists and crafters from Kansas and surrounding states will turn the Hansen Plaza into a shopper’s paradise. Family and friends rally together on Main Street in Logan for this annual event.

There is no admission charge.

Crafters check in before dawn in preparation for the fair’s 9:00 a.m. opening. Food vendors soon begin filling the air with tantalizing smells as they begin preparing delicious offerings such as hamburgers, bratwurst, chicken & noodles, pies, pulled pork sandwiches, sno-cones, kettle corn, and more. If you start the day hungry, you won’t be for long.

The day gets underway with a 5K Run/2 Mile Fun Walk. Registration and t-shirt pickup begin at 7:00 a.m. at the corner of Douglas and Main. The 5K run starts at 8:00 a.m. with the 2 mile walk to follow at 8:15 a.m. All registration fees are donated to Phillips County Hospice Services.

For your listening pleasure, live music on two stages can be enjoyed throughout the day. The south stage will show case the talents of “Lora McDonald” at 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 2:00 p.m. and “Formerly Three” will entertain from the north stage at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

Iowa chain saw artist, Blair Smith, will be on the grounds to astonish you with his chain saw artistry. Blair is scheduled to carve at 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 2:00 p.m. Be sure to stop and watch his amazing talent. Two of his incredible sculptures will be given away in drawings at 10:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m.

Artisans presenting their skills around the Plaza Square throughout the day include: fast draw shooting by the Deer Creek Regulators; “Fleece to Fabric” by Area Weavers & Spinners and The Shepherd’s Mill; black smith techniques with Brian Bethke; oil painting by National Oil Painters of America Signature Member, David Vollbracht; Joy of Painting instructors T.R. Matthews and Sandra Seamone; and wheel throwing techniques on the potter’s wheel with Chris Goedert.

After strolling around the Plaza, please step inside the museum and meander around the gallery. Our exhibit, “A Life In The Wild,” contains forty of world renown wildlife and nature photographer Thomas D. Mangelsen’s most prized photographs. While you are in the gallery, don’t forget to check out B Duh Junk’s amazing pressed tin art for sale in our Artist of the Month area.

Amble over to the Community Room where you can check out antique appraising, quilting demonstrations, and membership sales. From 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., antique appraiser Bob Jones will be available to give a free verbal approximation of value on two of your antiques. At 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. watch Janie Lowry’s Festive Table Topper demonstration.

Please stop by the membership table to purchase or renew your Dane G. Hansen Museum membership. Purchasing a membership during the Arts & Crafts Fair automatically enters you in the Hansen Bucks drawings. Five hundred dollars ($500) worth of Hansen Bucks will be given away in drawings held at 10:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. Remember to stick around because you must be present to win and spend these bucks!

At 9:00 a.m. Inflate-o-Fun will be ready to entertain the children with a jumper/slide combo and the new meltdown game. At 10:00 a.m. the Logan Medical Clinic will offer free face painting in the Kids Tent.

The highlight of the day will be the selection of 12 new winners (and two alternates) of the coveted “Artist of the Month” award. The crafters are judged for uniqueness, quality of craft, and display. Winners announced at 2:45 p.m. with prizes and photos to follow the fair’s 3:00 p.m. closing.

Join us for the 46th Annual Hansen Arts & Crafts Fair, Saturday, August 17, 2019, on the beautiful Hansen Plaza in downtown Logan, Kansas. Come hungry, bring your wallet, and wear your walking shoes. You’ll leave with a smile.

Sheriff identifies Kansas teen who died in crash with semi

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SEDGWICK COUNTY — One person died in an accident just after 1:30p.m. Friday in Sedgwick County.

Fatal crash scene photo courtesy KWCH

According to Sedgwick County Lt. Tim Myers, a 2008 Suzuki Forenza driven by Erin R. Farley, 19, Halstead, was northbound on 119th Street West at 109th Street North.

The driver pulled out in front of and was struck by an eastbound Freightliner semi driven by Thelma Vaughn, 56, Wichita.

Farley was pronounced dead at the scene, according to Myers. Vaught was not injured.

The accident is still under investigation, according to Myers.

Durward L. Smith

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Durward L. Smith, 90, passed away Friday, August 2, 2019, at his rural home in Pawnee Rock. He was born October 21, 1928, in Great Bend, the son of Lamont L. and Edith (Base) Smith. Durward was united in marriage to Minetta “Mickey” Edwards on May 22, 1953, in Bison, at the Methodist Church. She passed away February 14, 2010.

A lifetime Barton and Pawnee county resident, Durward was a farmer and stockman. Durward was a 1947 Larned High School graduate, and was a member of the First Christian Church, Great Bend, The National Farmers Union and The Farm Bureau. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He enjoyed farming, cattle, playing cards and loved spending time with family, especially his grandchildren.

Survivors include, one daughter, Brenda Zorn and her husband Dennis of Denver; two sons, Durward “Kirk” Smith and his wife Wanda of Pawnee Rock, and Jeff Smith and his wife Beth of Kechi; one brother, Edwin Smith and wife Mary of Walton; two sisters, Zola Esau of Newton and Marilyn Balzar of Halstead; six grandchildren, Eric Zorn and wife Sarah, Alycia Zorn, Zachary Zorn and wife Jodi, Bryan Smith, Rachelle Powell and husband Brett and Lucas Smith; and six great grandchildren, Alexis and Chloe Powell, Mason, Adeline, Grayson and Alistair Zorn.

Funeral Service will be a 1:00 p.m. Saturday, August 10, 2019, at First Christian Church, with The Reverend Joshua Leu presiding. Interment will follow at Pawnee Rock Cemetery, Pawnee Rock. Visitation will be 1:00 to 9:00 p.m., Friday, August 9, with the family receiving friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., all at Bryant Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to First Christian Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend, KS 67530.

Police seek driver who hit boy on tricycle in Kansas City

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KANSAS CITY (AP) — Kansas City police are looking for the driver of a car that hit a 9-year-old boy riding a tricycle.

Police on the scene of the accident investigation Sunday evening photo courtesy KCTV

Police say the boy was hit Sunday evening. First responders found him unconscious in the street after he was thrown from the tricycle.

Capt. Tim Hernandez said the child was in serious but stable condition at a hospital.

The driver of the vehicle left the scene and has not been found by police. The vehicle was described as a silver passenger car.

Edward Albin

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Edward Albin, age 69, of Quinter, passed away Sunday, August 4, 2019, at Gove County Medical Center, Quinter.

Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home.

James W. Betts

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James W. Betts, 81, Topeka, formerly of Russell, passed away Thursday, July 25, 2019.

Jim was born May 20, 1938 in Kansas City, MO, and was adopted by George and F. Nadine (Howard) Betts. The family moved to Geneso and lived there through Jim’s high school years. He graduated from Geneso High School in 1956 and attended Sterling College. He served in the medical corps in the U.S. Navy. Jim married Carolyn Joan Hartman on November 3, 1963. They moved to Wichita in 1964, where they both worked in the Wichita Clinic. They moved to Russell in 1966 and Jim took the position as the Chief Radiological Tech at the Russell Regional Hospital, retiring after 34 years of service. Carolyn, his wife of 46 years, died May 26, 2000. Survivors include daughters, Jonette (Jeff) Penton, Topeka, Paula (Aaron) Marshall, Elkhorn, NE; grandchildren Connor and Lizzie Penton, Matthew and Caroline Marshall; and life partner, Peggy Hammerschmidt and family of Overland Park. He was also preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, Judy Voeltz.

Cremation has taken place and a Graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 3, 2019 at the Russell City Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Russell Regional Hospital Ladies Auxiliary. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary is in charge of the graveside services.

Dove Southwest Chapel is assisting with the Topeka arrangements. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.DoveTopeka.com

Ralph Paul Gottschalk

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Ralph Paul Gottschalk, age 82, of Hays, Kansas passed away Thursday, August 1, 2019 at the Good Samaritan Society, Hays. He was born February 14, 1937 on a small farm near Schoenchen, Kansas to George and Edith (Linenberger) Gottschalk.

Growing up on the farm with his brothers Leroy, Wayne, Robert and Roger life was simple and filled with hard work. For fun the family would play cards and listen to radio broadcasts. The family eventually relocated to Hays and Ralph volunteered for the United States Army serving for 2 years as a Corporal in a Medical Battalion during the Korean War. Shortly after returning to Hays he met his wife Sharon Wooldridge. They were married November the 11th 1961 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Hays. Ralph and Sharon had 3 daughters Mary, Kim and Kelly. Ralph and the family eventually settled in Hays where Ralph worked diligently to become a successful business entrepreneur.

He is survived by his wife Sharon of Hays; his daughters, Kim Briney and Kelly Stiles of Hays; brothers, Leroy and wife Rita and Robert Gottschalk of Hays; grandchildren Nathan Briney of Wichita, Shara Briney, Derek Stiles and wife Mireya, Kaley Stiles all of Hays; his great grandchildren Emmie and Ensley Stiles all of Hays.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Edith; a daughter Mary; brothers Wayne and Roger; a son-in-law, Darin Stiles; a great grandson Eli Stiles as well as his nephew and godson Keith Gottschalk.

Funeral services will be 10 AM Wednesday, August 7, 2019 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Hays. Inurnment will follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery with military honors courtesy of the Hays VFW Honor guard.

Memorial visitation will be Tuesday 5 PM – 8 PM with a combined rosary and vigil service at 7 PM Wednesday visitation will be 9 AM – 9:30 AM all at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Hays VFW Honor Guard.

Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at [email protected]

Pearl Mary Leiker

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Pearl Mary Leiker, age 88, of Munjor, Kansas passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2019 at Hays Medical Center in Hays. She was born June 5, 1931 in Liebenthal, Kansas to Andrew Joseph and Josephine (Depperschmidt) Herrman. On May 22, 1950 she married Edward P. Leiker in Liebenthal. He preceded her in death on August 22, 2013.

She was a homemaker and enjoyed bowling, playing bingo and pinochle and spending time with her family especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church and Christian Mothers all of Munjor.

She is survived by two sons, Eugene E. (Tobie Pince) Leiker of Hays, John E. (Deanna) Leiker of Munjor; three daughters, Joann (Jack) Haddock of Munjor, Christine (Dennis) Johnson of Munjor and Judy (Terry) Farley of Sydney, Australia; 12 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Gilbert J. and Elmer Herrman and five sisters, Irene Schmitt, Theresa Lewis, Cleopha Leiker, Dorothy Davenport and Virginia Andrasek.

Funeral services will be 10:30 Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Munjor. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Visitation will be Monday 5 PM – 8 PM and Tuesday 9 AM – 9:30 AM all at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.

A combined Munjor Christian Mothers rosary and parish vigil will be 7 PM Monday at the funeral chapel.

Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Francis of Assisi Church.

Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at [email protected]

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