2019 – Page 975 – Hays Post Archive

Kan. man accused in attack on black toddler arrested again

Posted on January 3, 2019January 3, 2019

WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — A man accused of kicking a 1-year-old black boy and yelling racial slurs in a Kansas grocery store was back in jail Thursday after being arrested in a drug possession case.

Trace Riff, 31, was booked into the Sedgwick County jail on suspicion of possession of a controlled substance and is being held on a $2,500 bond, according to jail records. Further details about the arrest were not immediately available.

Riff is facing municipal charges of battery and resisting arrest. The boy’s mother and other witnesses allege he kicked the child at a Dillon’s store on Dec. 23 and then yelled racial slurs. The boy was knocked to the ground but was not seriously injured.

The FBI participated in the investigation and black leaders in Wichita are asking that the case be considered a hate crime. The boy’s mother, Lashantai Whitaker, said her 11-year-old daughter, who was holding her brother’s hand when he was kicked, is now afraid to walk to school, The Wichita Eagle reported .

“It causes a lot of worrying and stress,” Whitaker said Wednesday.

The Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office, which could bring more serious charges, is reviewing the case.

Riff’s grandmother and brother told The Eagle that he was once an international model whose life spiraled out of control because of mental health and substance abuse problems. After spending a couple years walking runways in several countries, Riff returned to Oklahoma City and became homeless, sometimes living in dumpsters before moving to Wichita, his grandmother, Twila LaRue, said Wednesday.

LaRue acknowledged the seriousness of the allegations against her grandson but said her family has tried to help him for years without success.

“To incarcerate him is not helping. What I was hoping from this is Trace would be able to get help,” said LaRue, a 74-year-old Oklahoman who works in a group home for emotionally disturbed boys.

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Goodwin Sporting Goods begins its final sale

Posted on January 3, 2019January 3, 2019

Terry Bright is liquidating Goodwin Sporting Goods after 66 years of the business in downtown Hays.

By CRISTINA JANNEY
Hays Post

Goodwin Sporting Goods will open Thursday morning to begin its final sale.

After 66 years in downtown Hays, owner Terry Bright will be liquidating the store’s inventory and closing permanently sometime in February. Customers will have opportunities to win prizes during the liquidation.

Bright said some of his suppliers will no longer allow him access to their full lines. Online companies have also cut into his business. Because he felt he could no longer provide full service to his customers, he decided it was time to shut the store down and retire.

“When it takes my ability to service my customer out of the equation,” Bright said, “I told them I was done. It is just going more and more to larger chains.”

The store first opened as Dee Erickson Sporting Goods on July 1, 1947, at 119 W. 11th in Hays. Duane Goodwin bought the store in 1952.

Bright started working at the store part-time in 1974. He was playing tennis on scholarship at Fort Hays State University at the time.

In 1975, Bright took over the store from Duane Goodwin.

Bright said has had many loyal customers over the years. Since he posted the notice that store would be closing on Facebook over the holidays, he has been inundated with well wishes and calls.

One customer posted on Goodwin’s Facebook page, “I am eternally grateful to Mr. Goodwin, in 1972-74, this store accommodated me in my basketball shoes. I needed a size 9…and size 12. They split a pair, and only charged my folks for one pair!! PERSONAL TOUCH WILL BE MISSED!’

Another customer commented, “Hate to see a local, independent business close its doors. Thank you for your many years of service to the community! We don’t live in Hays, but made a point to shop at Goodwin’s because we believe it’s so important to support the downtown, locally owned businesses. Good luck to you!”

Bright said his customers have valued the customer service the store has been able to offer over the years, and he wished to thank the customers and community for their support.

Although Bright said he will not miss dealing with suppliers or the long days, he said he will miss the people.

Nicale Ney worked for Bright ordering stock for 20 years. Shane Lynch left two years ago, but worked for Bright for many years in his production department. He remembered Robyn Powell, who helped when the store doubled its space from 25 to 50 feet of store front.

The store has marked down its merchandise and will be liquidating its stock as well as its fixtures. Bright will also be selling his screen printing and embroidery equipment. He has had some interest expressed in the equipment and may work with the purchaser as a consultant for a few months for training.

Bright owns the building at 109 W. 11th and plans to sell it as well. He has had several inquiries about the space, but no serious offers. The building is a retail-ready space, and he said he wouldn’t be surprised if another retailer went into the space.

Bright, 64, said he was looking forward to retirement. He plans to enjoy playing more golf.

“When you have a business, it is not uncommon to have 10- to 12-hour days,” he said. “For me to get out of town, that will be a rare occurrence and something that I am looking forward to.”

“It’s a commitment,” Bright said of owning a small business, “if you want to do things right.”

Kan. woman out of hospital after wounded in shooting

Posted on January 3, 2019January 3, 2019

SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a shooting that sent a woman to the hospital

Police on the scene of the shooting investigation photo courtesy KWCH

Just after 9:30p.m. Wednesday, police responded to report of a shooting in the 3100 Block of South Davidson in Wichita, according to officer Charley Davidson. Officers found a 35-year-old woman with two gunshot wounds. EMS transported her to a local hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries and she was released, according to Davidson.

During the investigation, police located numerous shell casings on Davidson Street. An unknown suspect fired multiple shots at a residence and the victim was hit while standing outside the home, according to Davidson.

The shooting was not a random incident and anyone with information is asked to call police.

Loyd Richard Fogg

Posted on January 3, 2019

Loyd Richard Fogg, age 66, of Goodland passed away, January 1, 2019 at Swedish Medical Center in Denver, Colorado.

Loyd was born March 17, 1952 to Hobart and Lucie (Burd) Fogg in Burlington, Colorado. He grew up and went to school in Burlington. He married Tamara Miller on September 14, 1984 in Goodland.

Loyd worked as a truck driver for 40 plus years, he owned his own trucking company for many of those years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, Harley Davidson Motorcycles, watching stock car races and spending time with his family and friends.

Preceding him in death are his parents; and sisters, Vicky and Linda.

He is survived by his wife Tammy; daughters, Angie (Eddie) Holloway of Briggsdale, CO; Christina (Justin) Burgess of Scotts Bluff, NE; Kimberly (R.C.) Clark of Ellinwood, KS; Courtney (Dusty) Knox of Goodland, KS; grandchildren, Makala and Makenna Fogg, Montana Noffsinger, Kenadie and Ashlynn Burgess, D.J. and Deegan Knox, William and Janika Clark, Mackenzie and Mason Holloway and one great-granddaughter Kaydence Endicott.

Funeral service will be Saturday, January 5, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. MT at Bateman Funeral Home, 211 East 11th Street, Goodland. Interment will follow the service at the Goodland Cemetery, North Main Street.

Visitation will be Friday, January 4, 2019 from 4 to 6 p.m. MT at Bateman Funeral Home, 211 East 11th Street in Goodland.

Memorials will be designated by the family later and may be left at the services or mailed to Bateman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 278, Goodland, KS 67735. Online condolences and information www.batemanfuneral.com

Barton Co. Sheriff: Three jailed after 100-mph chase

Posted on January 3, 2019January 3, 2019

BARTON COUNTY – Law enforcement authorities are investigating three suspects following a high-speed chase.

Just after 12:45 a.m. Thursday, a deputy attempted to stop a 2000 Chevy Silverado with an expired registration in the 400 Block of SE. 80^th Avenue in Barton County, according to Sheriff Brian Bellendir.

The driver later identified Tanner Guyton, 19, Great Bend, fled from the officer. It was later determined the vehicle was stolen, according Belinder. Speeds during the chase exceeded 100 mph and deputies pursued the vehicle for 23 miles in rural Barton County. The truck then entered the City of Great Bend.

Officers attempted to deploy stop sticks but the suspects evaded them.

Near the intersection of 18^th and Kansas Street in Great Bend, the suspect then intentionally rammed deputy Lomas’s patrol car. The vehicle sustained heavy damage and was out of service, the deputy was not injured.

The suspect vehicle continued to flee, reaching speeds in excess of 80 mph in the city. Fortunately, traffic was light at that time of the morning and and there was little danger to the public.

Because of the complete disregard for public safety and striking the deputy’s patrol car, the sheriff authorized the use of lawful intervention by another patrol car to strike the suspect vehicle if possible, to bring it to stop.

The chase continued to the 1500 block of 11^th St. in Great Bend where Deputy Sheriff Richard Allen had the opportunity to strike the rear of the suspect vehicle with his patrol car putting it into a spin.

The truck went into the front yard and struck a tree. Several officers arrived seconds after the stop and arrested the three occupants including Guyton, who was charged with aggravated battery of a law enforcement officer for striking the deputy’s vehicle, felony flee and elude, felony obstruction, possession of stolen property and numerous other traffic violations.

The passengers were identified as Esteban Foster, 20, and Jericho Riddle, 18, both of Great Bend. Riddle and Foster were both charged with aggravated battery of a law enforcement officer, possession of stolen property, possession of drug paraphernalia and felony obstruction. Bond for all three suspects is set at $100,000 each. No law enforcement officers or suspects were injured during the chase or arrest.

Tiger wrestlers begin new year at National Duals this weekend

Posted on January 3, 2019January 3, 2019

FHSU Athletics

The No. 14 ranked Fort Hays State wrestling team heads east to Louisville, Ky. to take on No. 4 ranked Pitt-Johnstown in the first round of the National Duals on Friday (Jan. 4). The dual is set to begin at 8 a.m. CT (9 a.m. ET). Of the 16 teams participating, 11 are ranked in the latest D2WCA National Top 25 Poll and three other squads are receiving votes.

The top-5 teams in the nation will be present in Louisville; Nebraska-Kearney, St. Cloud State, Notre Dame College, Pitt-Johnstown and McKendree. No. 7 Wheeling Jesuit and No. 8 Lindenwood round out the top-10, while No. 13 Central Oklahoma, No. 18 Indianapolis and No. 21 Upper Iowa complete the ranked teams in the field. Gannon, Wisconsin-Parkside and West Liberty are receiving votes in the latest poll.

The Tigers enter the weekend with two ranked wrestlers on the squad. Junior Brandon Ball is No. 2 in the 141-pound weight class and sophomore Efe Osaghae sits at No. 4 in the 157-pound weight class. Ball carries an overall record of 9-0 with individual titles at the Bethany Swede Open and the Bob Smith Open. He sits at 1-0 in duals with a 6-0 decision over Central Oklahoma’s Nate Keim. Osaghae has put together a solid start to his season as well with a 12-2 overall record, including an individual title at the Swede Open. Osaghae has also captured runner-up finishes at the UNK Holiday Inn Open and the Bob Smith Open, while earning a 1-0 start to his dual season with a 5-4 decision over Dayton Garrett of UCO.

Meanwhile, the Mountain Cats enter the dual with five wrestlers ranked in the top-12 of their weight classes. No. 3 at 141 pounds, Joey Alessandro, will provide a must-see battle with Ball. Junior Chris Eddins is the top-ranked wrestler in the 149-pound weight class. Devin Austin enters as the No. 9 ranked wrestler at 165 pounds. At 174 pounds, Brock Biddle comes in as the No. 7 ranked wrestler, while Levi Niebauer (No. 6 at 197 pounds) rounds out the individuals who are ranked for Pitt-Johnstown.

Police: Online date turns out to be Kan. armed robber

Posted on January 3, 2019January 3, 2019

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Authorities say a man was robbed after inviting a date whom he met online to his Lawrence apartment.

The robbery happened around 7:10 p.m. Friday. Police Sgt. Amy Rhoads says the victim told police he met the robber on a dating website. When the man arrived, he brandished a gun and demanded the victim’s bank card.

The suspect fled and used the bank card a short time later. No one was immediately arrested.

Extension’s beef vet will keynote upcoming calving school in Russell

Posted on January 3, 2019January 3, 2019

RUSSELL — Kansas State University Animal Sciences and Industry and Midway District Extension is hosting a Calving School on at 6 p.m. Jan. 9 at the Dole-Specter Conference Center, 1430 S. Fossil, Russell.

The program will outline the normal calving process as well as tips to handle difficult calving situations. A.J. Tarpoff, K-State Extension beef veterinarian, explains the goals of the event are to increase knowledge and practical skills, and to increase the number of live calves born.

The schools will also share tips on when and how to intervene to assist the cow and how those times may be different when dealing with young heifers. Presenters will also demonstrate proper use of calving equipment on a life-size scale.

Clinton Laflin, Midway District’s livestock agent, will also discuss bull and heifer selection, EPDs and genetic tools to improve your operation.

There is no cost to attend this meeting, but RSVPs for a meal count are requested by Jan. 4 by calling 785-483-3157 or 785-472-4442.

Police make 2nd arrest in Kansas Christmas Day murder

Posted on January 3, 2019January 3, 2019

GEARY COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a second suspect in connection with a fatal Christmas Day shooting.

Just after 2p.m. Wednesday police arrested Mashaun Jay Baker, 33, Junction City, was arrested on suspicion of Capitol Murder, in connection with the crime, according to Junction City Police.

At 9:30 a.m. Christmas Day officers were sent to 948 Grant Avenue number 154 in Junction City after report of deceased person. Upon arrival officers found the body of 31-year-old Jenna Schafer who died from an apparent gunshot wound, according to police.

Baker was transported to the Geary County Detention Center where he was held without bond pending a first appearance in Geary County District Court.

This is the second arrest reported in the case. On Christmas night the JCPD reported that Dion Green, 33, Junction City, had been arrested on suspicion of First Degree Murder in connection with the shooting.

Ellsworth L. Murphy

Posted on January 3, 2019

August 25, 1933 – January 03, 2019

Ellsworth L. Murphy, 85, passed away Thursday, January 3, 2019, in Humble, Texas.

Arrangements are pending with All Faiths Funeral Chapel, Smith Center.

Alison Ann (Clutter) Caro

Posted on January 3, 2019

Larned – Alison Ann (Clutter) Caro, 69, passed away December 31, 2018 in Larned, KS after a three year battle with Glioblastoma brain cancer.

Born January 9, 1949 in Larned, Alison was the fourth child born to Charles Edgar and Norma Frances Hofsess Clutter. She was a healthy, strong willed, independent wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. A lifetime area resident, Alison had the privilege of being able to pursue her passion early on, studying music and ballet in Michigan and then furthering her education too South Florida. After a short time of teaching dance in Colorado; she came home to earn her Master’s degree in Special Education from Fort Hays State University. Alison taught special education at the Larned State Hospital and later worked for the United States Postal Service.

She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church and the church choir, Larned. Some of her most precious hobbies in life were enjoying her grandchildren, cooking, reading, gardening and being a foster care provider.

On August 1, 1981, she married Cecil Bradley with whom she had two precious boys, Miles and Malcolm. She later married Lloyd Vernon Caro, August 3, 1998 in Wichita; with whom she built a wonderful life of housekeeping, gardening and foster parenting.

Her beloved survivors include: husband, Lloyd Caro, Larned; two sons, Malcolm Joseph Bradley, Ruidoso, New Mexico, Miles Dustin and Lindsey Bradley, Topeka; step-son, Chris Caro, Hudson; two step-daughters, Leah and Matt Alexander, Garfield, Suzan Lohr, Larned; brother, David Clutter, Parachute, Colorado; sister, Cydney and Frank Pearce, Richland Springs, Texas; six grandchildren, Logan Bradley, Dakota Bradley, Aliah Alexander, Avah Alexander, Asher Alexander, Abe Alexander and foster daughter, Kassandra Razo, Larned.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Curtis Clutter.

Memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the First Presbyterian Church, Larned, with Pastor Bill Stapleton presiding. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned.

Memorials may be given to American Cancer Society Hope Lodge-Kansas City, MO in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477 Larned, KS 67550. Condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Derek M. Pfannenstiel

Posted on January 3, 2019

Derek M. Pfannenstiel, beloved son of Alden and Judy (Janssen) Pfannenstiel was born on August 2, 1982, in Norton, Kansas, and passed away at his home in Norton on January 1, 2019, at the age of 36.

Derek grew up in Norton and graduated from the Norton Community High School. He worked at New Age Industrial Inc. in Norton as a welder.

Derek was confirmed into the Catholic faith. Some of his greatest joys were hunting, fishing, cruising around backroads, and spending time with his friends and family, he especially loved his dog, Ryder. He took great pride in his job, and thoroughly enjoyed being able to make friends that became family to him.

Survivors include: his parents, Alden and Judy Pfannenstiel, Norton; one brother, Blake, and wife, Rachael Pfannenstiel, Norton; one sister, Nicole, and husband, Joe Henry, Norton; five nieces, Jessa, Annie, and Avery Pfannenstiel, Phoenix and Jazlynn Henry; one nephew, Kaine Henry; one daughter, Kyndal Peck; several other relatives and friends.

Derek was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Felix and Betty Pfannenstiel; maternal grandfather, Gilbert Janssen; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

MEMORIALS – Derek Pfannenstiel Memorial Fund

Lois Yvonne Hubert

Posted on January 3, 2019

Lois Yvonne Hubert passed away Tuesday, January 1, 2019, at the age of 92.

Lois was born March 5, 1926, in Upland, Nebraska, to Gust A. and Frances (Danielsen) Jameson. Lois attended Upland Schools until she transferred to Minden High School her senior year and graduated in 1944. After graduating she worked at Wright Patterson Army Base in Dayton, Ohio. On April 6, 1947 she married Delton W. Hubert. They lived in Kearney, NE while Delton finished his schooling.

They moved to Kansas in 1950 and farmed and ranched in the Oakley, Monument, Winona area. Lois was a member of the Monument Mothers Club, Immanuel Lutheran Church and the American International Charolais Association.

She was a homemaker and along with her husband raised their seven children, Susan (Rich) Pfannenstiel, Ozawkie, KS; Greg (Brenda) Hubert, Oakley, KS; Lynne Wheeler, Fort Scott, KS; Dianne (Steve) Swanson, Bay, MO; David (Shelby) Hubert, Oakley, KS; Randall (Toni) Hubert, Garden Plain, KS and Tim (Michelle) Hubert, Oakley, KS. She was also blessed with 15 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild; Craig (Cheri) Renner, children John (Briana) and son Paxton Renner, Cole Renner and Peyton Renner; Tracey (Marc) Welsh, children Parker, Carter and Reagan; Mark (Andrea) Hubert, children Maddox and Mackenzie; Loralea Hubert, children Jovea and Cooper; Scott (Sara) Sutton, children McKinley, Marley and Tucker; Kyle Swanson; Kristin (Corey) Van Natta, children Mila and Maxwell; Whitney (Jeff) Dennis, children Vada and Sutton; Lindsey (John) Behrendt; Hannah Hubert; Austin (Nicole) Hubert; Camille Hubert; Blake Hubert; Cayle Hubert and Braydon Hubert.

Lois was preceded in death by her husband, Delton; her parents; two sisters, Hazel Schroeder and Ruby Cole and her son-in-law Rex Wheeler.

Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Friday, January 4, 2019, at Baalmann Mortuary, Oakley. Funeral Service is 10:00 a.m. Saturday, January 5, 2019, at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Oakley, with burial to follow in the Oakley City Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Logan County Healthcare Foundation or Prairie Senior Living Complex, in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 204, Oakley, KS 67748. For condolences or information visit www.baalmannmortuary.com