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No. 1 Alabama tops preseason Top 25; Clemson, Georgia next

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By RALPH D. RUSSO
AP College Football Writer

Alabama will begin its quest for a second consecutive national championship with a rare three-peat.

The Crimson Tide is just the second team to be ranked No. 1 in the preseason Associated Press Top 25 poll for three straight seasons. Alabama received 42 out of 61 first-place votes.

No. 2 Clemson received 18 first-place votes. Georgia is No. 3 and Wisconsin is fourth. The Badgers received one first-place vote. Ohio State was ranked No. 5.

The preseason AP poll started in 1950 and since then only Oklahoma from 1985-87 had started No. 1 in three straight years until now.

Ring up another milestone for coach Nick Saban’s Tide dynasty. Alabama has won five national championships since 2009 and now has been No. 1 to start the season five times under Saban. Last season was the first time Saban’s team started and finished the season No. 1.

The Tide enter this season with a question at quarterback, but there appears to be two good answers from which Saban has to choose: Tua Tagovailoa won the College Football Playoff championship game for Alabama with a second-half comeback and overtime touchdown pass. Jalen Hurts has led the Tide to the national title game in each of his two seasons as a starter.

Whoever is quarterback, Alabama’s offense should be potent with running back Damien Harris working behind a powerful line anchored by tackle Jonah Williams.

The Tide’s always tough defense will have all new starters in the secondary, but defensive end Raekwon Davis and linebackers Mack Wilson and Dylan Moses are primed to be Alabama’s next All-Americans.

The machine never stops in Tuscaloosa. One again, everybody is chasing Alabama.

Sheriff: 2 Kan. men dead after golf cart crash following bachelor party

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DICKINSON COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating after two men died in an accident just after 9:30p.m. Saturday in Dickinson County.

Approximate location of the fatal accident-google map

A 2009 Yamaha golf cart driven by Lucas Hicks, 28, Herrington, was southbound in the 500 Block of Rain Road, three miles southeast of Hope in rural southern Dickinson County, according to Undersheriff James Swisher.

The golf cart made an abrupt turn on the gravel road in front of a northbound Chevy Silverado driven by Craig Banman, 27, Hillsboro, according to Swisher.

The pickup hit the front quarter panel of the golf cart.

Hicks and a passenger Casey Schardein, 26, Hope, were pronounced dead at the scene. They were transported to Kansas City pending autopsy. Banman was not injured and released after questioning.

All three had been attending a bachelor party and knew each other, according to Swisher. The initial investigating indicated alcohol may have played a part in the accident.

 

SBA Contracting Programs Training Day Sept. 5

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WHAT:  2018 SBA CONTRACTING PROGRAMS TRAINING DAY in HAYS

WHEN: Wednesday, September 5, 2018

WHERE: Grow Hays, 219 West 19th Street, Hays, KS 67601

RSVP Online to one or more of the presentations:

Presenters: Teri L. Taylor, SBA Business Development Specialist; and a representative from the Kansas SBDC at Fort Hays State University

Thelma C. King

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Thelma C. King, 97, Hillsboro, formerly of Hays, passed away on Friday, August 17, 2018 at Hillsboro Community Hospital, Hillsboro, KS.  She moved to Parkside Assisted Living in Hillsboro in 2013 to be closer to family. 

She was born in Hays to Howard “Casey” and Matilda (Leiker) Houser on July 15, 1921. She married Billy Frank King on Dec. 10, 1938.  He preceded her in death on March 26, 1989.  She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Kay Artman; her parents; sisters, Charlotte Weltz and Rosalind Desmarteau; and a brother, Harry “Buck” Houser.

She was a loving and devoted wife and mother.  Although she never worked outside the home, while Billy King was Sheriff of Ellis County, she provided delicious homemade meals for the prisoners.  She was a lifetime member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary, American Legion Auxiliary and St. Joseph Catholic Church. She enjoyed watching K-State, the Kansas City Royals, and the Kansas City Chiefs.

She is survived by her daughter, Billie (David) Strunk; grandson, Troy Strunk and great grandson, Tanner Strunk all of Valley Center, Kansas, and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be at 3 p.m. on Friday, August 24, 2018 at the Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, 1906 Pine Street, followed by a rosary at 3:30 p.m. Burial will follow in the Mount Allen Cemetery.

Memorials are suggested to Parkside Homes, Inc. House 5 in care of the funeral home. Condolences and memories of Thelma may be left for the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts fundraiser for St. Mary’s School repairs

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ELLIS – Last chance to place your order for Krispy Kreme donuts! St. Mary’s CYO in Ellis is selling Krispy Kreme donuts to help St. Mary’s School and church pay for repairs from the storm in July. Donuts will be in this Saturday, August 25.

We’re taking orders until Wednesday, August 21.

Regular glazed $9.00
Chocolate Iced $10.00
Raspberry Filled $10.00
Kreme Filled $10. 00
Lemon Filled.$10.00

To order contact Karla Schuster at [email protected] or 785-259-3992.

HPD Activity Log Aug. 15

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The Hays Police Department responded to 7 animal calls and conducted 26 traffic stops Wed., Aug. 15, 2018, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Domestic Disturbance–200 block E 11th St, Hays; 1:55 AM
Pursuit/Chase–1300 block Walnut St, Hays; 2:47 AM
MV Accident-Private Property-Hit and Run–3600 block Vine St, Hays; 6 AM
Suicidal Subject–700 block W 12th St, Hays; 7:27 AM
Animal At Large–500 block W 27th St, Hays; 8:47 AM
Parking Complaint–1900 block Main St, Hays; 9:03 AM
Phone/Mail Scam–500 block W 40th St, Hays; 10:16 AM
Counterfeit currency/documents–1200 block Main St, Hays; 10 AM
Domestic Disturbance–1400 block Motz Ave, Hays; 2:06 PM
Overdose–2000 block Patio Dr, Hays; 2:21 PM
Parking Complaint–200 block E 11th St, Hays; 2:58 PM
MV Accident-Private Property–2300 block E 13th St, Hays; 3:06 PM
Suspicious Activity–3600 block Vine St, Hays; 3:07 PM
MV Accident-City Street/Alley–3400 block Vine St, Hays; 5:10 PM
Suspicious Activity–4300 block Vine St, Hays; 5:15 PM
Assist – Other (not MV)–1000 block Fort St, Hays; 5:40 PM
MV Accident-City Street/Alley–400 block E 13th St, Hays; 6:09 PM
MV Accident-Private Property–300 block W 8th St, Hays; 6:35 PM
MV Accident-Private Property–1400 block Golf Course Rd, Hays; 8:39 PM
Animal Call–13th St, Hays; 11:11 PM

UPDATE: Hays street reopened after waterline repair

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UPDATE: As of 3:10 p.m. Monday, Walnut Street was reopened to traffic, the city of Hays reported.

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Effective immediately, Walnut Street between 12th and 13th streets will be closed to traffic while crews are making repairs from a water leak and brick repairs on the street.

For more information, contact the Department of Water Resources at 785-628-7380.

Ellis City Council to hear warning siren update, consider rezoning

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ELLIS – Ellis City Council members will hear an update tonight from Ellis County Fire Chief Darin Myers about storm warning sirens.

The outdoor warning systems in the county are approximately 40 years old and need to be replaced.  The cost of replacing the system will be approximately $182,700. Myers has said it will be funded through capital reserves. He will also discuss the plan with Ellis County commissioners during their meeting at 5 p.m. today in Hays.

In other business, council members will consider approval of an ordinance to rezone 808 Washington Street, as well as the Ellis Community Foundation’s miniature train project.

The complete agenda follows.

 

AGENDA

August 20, 2018

REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF ELLIS

City Hall – Council Meeting Room

 

BILLS ORDINANCE REVIEW WORK SESSION BEGINS AT 7:00 P.M.

ROLL CALL AND MEETING CALL TO ORDER AT 7:30 P.M.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA (if needed)

  • CONSENT AGENDA
    1. Minutes from Regular Meeting on August 13, 2018
    2. Bills Ordinance #2051

(Council will review for approval under one motion under the consent agenda.  By majority vote of the governing body, any item may be removed from the consent agenda and considered separately)

PUBLIC COMMENTS 

(Each speaker will be limited to five minutes.  If several people from the group wish to speak on same subject, the group must appoint a spokesperson.  ALL comments from public on agenda items must be during Public Comment.  Once council begins their business meeting, no more comments from public will be allowed.)

  • PRESENTATIONS OF AWARDS, PROCLAMATIONS, REQUESTS & PETITIONS (HEARINGS)
  • SPECIAL ORDER
    1. Update on Storm Sirens – Ellis County Fire Chief Darin Myers
    2. Fire Department Monthly Report – Chief Dustin Vine
  • UNFINISHED BUSINESS
    1. Consider Approval of Ellis Community Foundation’s Miniature Train Project
    2. Consider Bid for Land Lease
    3. Consider Approval of Ordinance Rezoning 808 Washington Street
  • NEW BUSINESS
  • REPORTS FROM CITY OFFICIALS
    1. Administrative
      • Public Works
        • Comparative Water Report
        • Update on Repairs to 2nd Street Truck Route
        • Update on 5th and 6th Street Repairs
        • Department Update
      • Police
        • Department Update
      • City Clerk
        • Department Update
      • Attorney
        • Update on Status of Code Violation Cases
      • Mayor Update and Announcements

EXECUTIVE SESSIONS

  • ADJOURNMENT

 

Ellis Co. Commission to consider new warning system, commissioner pay

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By JONATHAN ZWEYGARDT
Hays Post

The Ellis County Commission on Monday will consider a plan to replace outdoor weather warning systems throughout the county.

According to information presented to the commission by Director of Fire and Emergency Management Darin Myers, the outdoor warning systems in the county are approximately 40 years old and need to be replaced.

The cost of replacing the system will be approximately $182,700. Myers said it will be funded through capital reserves.

In other business, the commission will add a shop foreman position to the list of high-demand premium jobs and consider a resolution to reduce county commissioner pay by 5 percent.

Monday’s commission meeting is scheduled for 5 p.m. Monday at the Ellis County Administration Center.

Charlene Friedel

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Charlene Friedel, age 78, of Grainfield, passed away Wednesday, August 15, 2018 at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.

Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter, is handling arrangements.

Victor (Vic) Francis Kinderknecht

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Victor (Vic) Francis Kinderknecht, 81, of WaKeeney, KS, passed away on August 18, 2018.

Vic was born in Ellis, KS on June 18, 1937, to Jacob and O’tillia (Bittel) Kinderknecht. He graduated from Ellis High School. Upon graduation, he left to join the Army and was stationed in Germany.

Vic was married to Sylvia (Eberle) on October 18, 1967, in Ellis, they were married 42 years.

Vic worked as a car salesman for Harries Motor Co and Unruh Chevrolet for over 35 years. Vic enjoyed time with family and friends, playing Pinochle, and sharing his love and knowledge of history and politics. Vic never knew a stranger and had many friends. He had a passion for the outdoors and growing things, even tending the garden at Long Term Care. Music was a joy in his life as he loved to play the piano and accordion by ear. Vic loved to share his collection of over 300 nutcrackers. He was also actively involved in Christ the King and was a 3rd degree Knight.

Vic’s faith was his stronghold and foundation for his family and life and has passed so much of his faith onto his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchild.

Vic is survived by four daughters; Sara (Darren) Dunn, WaKeeney; Michelle Wilson, Oakley; Tina (Brad) Walt, WaKeeney; Edwina Kinderknecht, Seiberg, Germany; and a son, Eric (Mandie) Kinderknecht, WaKeeney; 12 grandchildren, Kylie (Jordan) Bleske, Kacie and Dillon Dunn, Cameron Staples, Katelyn Wilson, Austin, Hannah, and Kelsey Kinderknecht, Carson and Brecken Walt, a great-grandchild; Kelton Bleske; brother; Ralph Kinderknecht, sister; Beatina Weber and many other family and friends.

Vic was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Sylvia; six brothers and three sisters.

Visitation will be Monday, August 20, 2018, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. with a parish vigil service and rosary following at 7:00 p.m. at Schmitt Funeral Home.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 21, 2018, at Christ the King Catholic Church, WaKeeney. Burial will follow in the Christ the King Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the Trego County-Lemke Memorial Long Term Care outside garden or Hospice of Phillipsburg. Contributions may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 North 12th, WaKeeney, KS 67672.

The family of Vic wishes to thank Dr. Gordon Lang, WaKeeney LTC staff, Mary Stithem, and Regina and Jody of Hospice.

Kansas City police investigate 3 homicides over 12-hour span

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KANSAS CITY (AP) – Kansas City police are investigating three separate homicides over a 12-hour span.

Police are investigating 3 more murders after a violent weekend –photo courtesy KCTV

Police found 36-year-old Gabriel Edgar on Interstate 435 around 3:45 a.m. Sunday. About an hour later, police say a man was shot and killed. Police say the third victim was found shot to death around 3 p.m. Sunday.

Police spokesman Lionel Colon says it has “been a tragedy of a week.” Police haven’t released information about a motive or suspect in any of the cases. Colon says police “rely on the community to come forward and help us fill in the blanks.”

Eldon Duane Gilbert

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HASTINGS, NE – Eldon Duane Gilbert, 85, formerly of Smith Center, KS passed away on Thursday August 16, 2018 at the Good Samaritan Hastings Village in Hastings, NE. He was a retired police officer.

He was born the son of Lois (Biggs) Deircks & Loyd Gilbert on January 30, 1933 in Lebanon, KS.

Eldon served many years in law enforcement including two terms as the Smith County Sheriff, the City of Smith Center Chief of Police, a security officer in Denver, CO, City Marshall of Logan, KS as well as various other jobs such as a school bus driver, laundry mat and snack shop owner and a semi driver.

He is survived by his son Terry Scott of Oakley, KS; a grandson Brayden; a sister Laneta Karsting of Hastings, NE; Brother in law Dale Scott of Albuquerque, NM; nephew Col. Tory Scott (Diane); nieces Connie Gledhill (Bruce), Linda Johnson and Julie Richards (Greg).

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister Betty Scott.

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