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, 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.
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.
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 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 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.
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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.
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.
HAYS POST
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.
SALINE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect after a domestic violence dispute.
Just after 3p.m. Thursday, police responded to a residence in a trailer park at 1200 W. Crawford in Salina after a report of domestic violence., according to Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester.
A 22-year-old Salina woman was in the back of a 2011 Toyota pickup and and in an argument with Zachary Gonzales, 34, of Salina.
As she attempted to unload some items belonging to her, Gonzales drove the pickup off at a high rate of speed on the trailer park’s street, which is nearly a quarter-mile loop, according to Forrester.
A man who lives in the trailer park heard the woman screaming for Gonzales to stop and stepped out into the street to try to stop the vehicle.
The pickup struck the 41-year-old Salina man. A dent in the front of the pickup was consistent with the man’s story, according to Forrester.
Gonzales stopped and the woman was able to get out of the truck when her mother came to help, Forrester said.
Police arrested Gonzales on requested charges of Kidnapping, Aggravated battery, Domestic aggravated assault. The 41-year-old man refused medical treatment, according to Forrester.
By BECKY KISER
Hays Post
A 2019 change in Kansas law allows for an affirmative defense for people being treated by a doctor with CBD oil containing up to 5% THC, the active ingredient in marijuana.
Don Scheibler, Hays police chief, explained the update to city commissioners during their Thursday night meeting. If stopped by law enforcement “the person must also have a letter from a licensed physician that confirms they or their minor child are being treated for a debilitating medical condition with the CBD oil.”
The change allows for a person to receive prescribed medical treatment using CBD oil with THC without being convicted of a crime in Kansas.
Mayor Henry Schwaller was curious how law enforcement officers would deal with an unmarked bottle. “How do you know it’s 5 percent?,” he asked.
“It would have to be tested and that would definitely limit us in what we could do with that,” Scheibler replied. “Each situation would vary.”
Hays police officers recently visited Hays businesses that are selling CBD oils and various other cannabis products with no THC content.
“They were able to show us their paperwork where it shows it doesn’t have any THC. Stuff purchased in Colorado (where marijuana use is legal) does list the THC.”
Scheibler says the update “isn’t the best law” for Kansas law enforcement, confirming there is no requirement for a bottle of CBD oil to be labeled.
“We’re trying to appease two different groups.”
The state legislature this year passed Claire and Lola’s law, a narrow bill that may assist certain people if they ever find themselves facing prosecution for possessing some cannabis products currently illegal in the state of Kansas.
“It creates some challenges for law enforcement. It’s illegal for them to have it,” Scheibler pointed out.
“But here’s a person with a letter from a doctor saying ‘my child needs this for treatment’ and I know they’re not going to be found guilty in court. But nothing in the law allows the officer to hand that CBD oil back to them. In fact, if he hands it back to them, he’s committed a felony in distributing THC.”
Kansas is one of just four states with no public access cannabis program.
Some retailers argue CBD products with THC became legal on July 1 because of tweaks to state regulation of cannabis-related substances in a bill supporting the state’s fledgling industrial hemp program.
After some discussion, the Hays city commission unanimously adopted the the updated 2019 Uniform Public Offense Code for Kansas cities (UPOC) and the updated 2019 Standard Traffic Ordinance for Kansas cities (STO) for use within the city of Hays.
In other business, the commission also:
SHAWNEE COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a pair of early morning shooting incidents and looking for suspects .
Just before 2a.m. police were dispatched to a report of shots fired in the area of 3136 SE Irvingham in Topeka, according to Lt. Manuel Munoz.
While officers were in route, dispatch received information of a possible victim at the address. Officers located a man who was suffering from non-life threatening injuries. He was transported to a local hospital. Police brought several witnesses to the Law Enforcement Center to be interviewed. No arrests have been made.
Just after 4a.m., police were dispatched to 935 SW Watson in Topeka on a report of a shooting, according to Munoz. Upon arrival, officers located a man suffering from non-life threatening gunshot wounds. The victim refused to cooperate with detectives.
By DENA WEIGEL BELL
WaKeeney Travel Blog
Nothing feels better than a dip in the pool on a hot summer day. Can you think of anyone who would enjoy that plunge more than our canine friends? Give your dog a treat and bring them to the “Bark at the Water Park” event at the WaKeeney Water Park on Saturday, August 24 from 10 a.m. to noon.
For dogs who love water there’s nothing better than that first splash. This is a “dogs only” event, with an entry fee of only $5 for each dog. Bring dogs who are ready to run and play with other pups and the water toys they love most.
The WaKeeney Water Park is the perfect place for all dogs to play. Whether your dog is pint sized or super-sized, the zero-depth, beach-like entry area gives them a place to run and splash through shallow waters. Take them to the deep end so they can do those hilarious belly flops that are so fun to watch. They can play in the deck sprays, and the dump bucket will give them a big surprise as they play at its base. There is plenty of shady areas around the pool for their owners to sit and enjoy the show.
The dog days of summer are here, and your four-legged friend deserves a chance to cool off. Bring them to the WaKeeney Water Park on August 24 from 10 a.m. to noon for the first ever “Bark at the Water Park” event.
Keep an eye on the WaKeeney Water Park’s Facebook page for more information to come.
