HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The City of Hutchinson is reaching out to the public for assistance in locating potholes that need to be repaired.&nbsp;&nbsp;

You can help. By submitting the potholes through SeeClickFix you are helping the city's road crews find and address issues.&nbsp; &nbsp;You can submit a pothole at this <a href="https://www.hutchgov.com/507/Report-An-Issue-SeeClickFix?fbclid=IwY2xjawH-CNtleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHWBOx7q48t9laT41sTC1ZuLGR7bKzDvFItxwSYiARwqajStMBDs7YXARdA_aem_45AAmx_i_q8IGUdhmlHhvQ">link</a>.

• Cracks in the Asphalt: Rain, snow, and ice seep into tiny cracks in the road.

• Expansion: As temperatures drop, the water freezes and expands, widening the cracks.

• Pooling Water: Once the cracks grow, water reaches the soil beneath the road and freezes again, which shifts the ground and pushes up the asphalt.

•&nbsp;Collapsing Asphalt: As the ice melts, the weakened surface collapses, forming a pothole. This cycle repeats as temperatures fluctuate, causing further damage.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The City of Hutchinson is reaching out to the public for assistance in locating potholes that need to be repaired.&nbsp;&nbsp;You can help. By submitting the potholes through SeeClickFix you are helping the city's road crews find and address issues.&nbsp; &nbsp;You can submit a pothole at this <a href="https://www.hutchgov.com/507/Report-An-Issue-SeeClickFix?fbclid=IwY2xjawH-CNtleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHWBOx7q48t9laT41sTC1ZuLGR7bKzDvFItxwSYiARwqajStMBDs7YXARdA_aem_45AAmx_i_q8IGUdhmlHhvQ">link</a>.Here's what causes potholes:&nbsp;• Cracks in the Asphalt: Rain, snow, and ice seep into tiny cracks in the road.• Expansion: As temperatures drop, the water freezes and expands, widening the cracks.• Pooling Water: Once the cracks grow, water reaches the soil beneath the road and freezes again, which shifts the ground and pushes up the asphalt.•&nbsp;Collapsing Asphalt: As the ice melts, the weakened surface collapses, forming a pothole. This cycle repeats as temperatures fluctuate, causing further damage.

City seeks help in locating potholes needing repaired

BUHLER, Kan. — Buhler USD 313 has set dates for their preschool and kindergarten application clinics.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The clinics help the district to accurately pan for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year.&nbsp; Parents may attend any of the dates, even if it is not at the school your student will be attending.&nbsp;

The district says that the teachers and secretaries will ensure that the information collected will be shared with the correct school building.&nbsp;

The dates of the clinics are; Monday March 10 at Plum Creek Elementary School, March Monday March 24 at Union Valley Elementary School, and March 31 at Buhler Grade School. All clinics run from 5 pm to 7 pm.&nbsp;&nbsp;

You will need to bring a copy of your students state issued birth certificate, immunization record, student health assessment and proof of residency.&nbsp;&nbsp;

For more information you can visit the USD 313 website at this <a href="https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1840149/Buhler_Preschool_Application_Clinic_FAQ_22_23.pdf?fbclid=IwY2xjawH-BWRleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHZ0xVAVtGWRnsl-K8_vkWNnfX9yDw_WTaiEq3RY7csx32nwsR4LQZ2XfNQ_aem_4Ws_44mKRi03zg6y-MjSVA">link</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>BUHLER, Kan. — Buhler USD 313 has set dates for their preschool and kindergarten application clinics.&nbsp;&nbsp;The clinics help the district to accurately pan for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year.&nbsp; Parents may attend any of the dates, even if it is not at the school your student will be attending.&nbsp;The district says that the teachers and secretaries will ensure that the information collected will be shared with the correct school building.&nbsp;The dates of the clinics are; Monday March 10 at Plum Creek Elementary School, March Monday March 24 at Union Valley Elementary School, and March 31 at Buhler Grade School. All clinics run from 5 pm to 7 pm.&nbsp;&nbsp;You will need to bring a copy of your students state issued birth certificate, immunization record, student health assessment and proof of residency.&nbsp;&nbsp;For more information you can visit the USD 313 website at this <a href="https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1840149/Buhler_Preschool_Application_Clinic_FAQ_22_23.pdf?fbclid=IwY2xjawH-BWRleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHZ0xVAVtGWRnsl-K8_vkWNnfX9yDw_WTaiEq3RY7csx32nwsR4LQZ2XfNQ_aem_4Ws_44mKRi03zg6y-MjSVA">link</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

USD 313 sets dates for upcoming preschool and kindergarten application clinics

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🎧 BW Morning Show Interview: David Foster

Here’s the latest booking activity from the Reno County Jail. This information is provided by the Reno County Sheriff’s Office and is not criminal history. The Hutch Post assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, or completeness, of this information. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.——————————————&nbsp; &nbsp;

Brandon Mathew Hudson 1/21/2025 12:22&nbsp;PM &nbsp;Criminal Possession of Firearm by Felon; Conviction in Previous 5 Years, Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Apprehension, Flee or attempt to elude; Comm of felony&nbsp;

Elias Silva Delacruz 1/21/2025 3:16&nbsp;PM &nbsp;Probation Violation&nbsp;

Jimmy	Ray Fugate&nbsp;1/21/2025 8:25 PM&nbsp;&nbsp;	Viol protection order; Condition of release

Marcia	Dawn Olivera&nbsp;1/21/2025 8:28 PM&nbsp;&nbsp;Domestic Battery; Knowingly Cause Physical Contact (1st conviction),&nbsp;Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose, Misdemeanor case, Execution of Misdemeanor Warrant	

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 </figure>Here’s the latest booking activity from the Reno County Jail. This information is provided by the Reno County Sheriff’s Office and is not criminal history. The Hutch Post assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, or completeness, of this information. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.——————————————&nbsp; &nbsp;Brandon Mathew Hudson 1/21/2025 12:22&nbsp;PM &nbsp;Criminal Possession of Firearm by Felon; Conviction in Previous 5 Years, Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Apprehension, Flee or attempt to elude; Comm of felony&nbsp;Elias Silva Delacruz 1/21/2025 3:16&nbsp;PM &nbsp;Probation Violation&nbsp;Jimmy	Ray Fugate&nbsp;1/21/2025 8:25 PM&nbsp;&nbsp;	Viol protection order; Condition of releaseMarcia	Dawn Olivera&nbsp;1/21/2025 8:28 PM&nbsp;&nbsp;Domestic Battery; Knowingly Cause Physical Contact (1st conviction),&nbsp;Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose, Misdemeanor case, Execution of Misdemeanor Warrant

Daily bookings

WICHITA, Kan. (Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center — New security requirements are changing the way Veterans sign into their VA health care accounts, and those who fail to update their sign-in option may lose access on Jan. 31, 2025. As of today, about 4,800 Veterans enrolled at the Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center and its various outpatient clinics around the state still need to switch their sign-in option.

My HealtheVet is a patient portal for VA health care that allows Veterans to order VA prescriptions, view VA appointments, send secure messages to VA providers, and gain access to their VA patient records.

Veterans and other beneficiaries will no longer be able to use usernames and passwords for My HealtheVet after Jan. 31, 2025, or DS Logon after Sept. 30, 2025. They will need to sign in with either a Login.gov or ID.me account.

&nbsp; VA has prepared a&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.myhealth.va.gov/mhv-portal-web/ss20241209-tips-creating-login-gov-id-me-account?redirect=%2Fmhv-portal-web%2Fhome">helpful webpage with tips</a>&nbsp;for creating a&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://login.gov/">Login.gov</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://id.me/">ID.me</a>&nbsp;account. The page gives advice on how the Veteran can take his or her photo, what to do if the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://login.gov/">Login.gov</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://help.id.me/hc/en-us/articles/4416188902039-Veterans-Affairs-and-ID-me?utm_campaign=part&amp;utm_content=govva&amp;utm_medium=homepage&amp;utm_source=hc">ID.me</a>&nbsp;won’t accept the Veteran’s phone number or says the Veteran already has an account, and more.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Additionally, Dole VA is hosting an in-person training and support event this Friday, Jan. 24, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Those interested in attending can get location information and details on what to bring at Dole VA’s website.

Veterans will still be able to coordinate their care in person or via the phone.

If Veterans or others have questions, the Dole VA team is ready to help. Call 316-685-2221, ext. 57754.

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 </figure>WICHITA, Kan. (Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center — New security requirements are changing the way Veterans sign into their VA health care accounts, and those who fail to update their sign-in option may lose access on Jan. 31, 2025. As of today, about 4,800 Veterans enrolled at the Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center and its various outpatient clinics around the state still need to switch their sign-in option.My HealtheVet is a patient portal for VA health care that allows Veterans to order VA prescriptions, view VA appointments, send secure messages to VA providers, and gain access to their VA patient records.Veterans and other beneficiaries will no longer be able to use usernames and passwords for My HealtheVet after Jan. 31, 2025, or DS Logon after Sept. 30, 2025. They will need to sign in with either a Login.gov or ID.me account.&nbsp; VA has prepared a&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.myhealth.va.gov/mhv-portal-web/ss20241209-tips-creating-login-gov-id-me-account?redirect=%2Fmhv-portal-web%2Fhome">helpful webpage with tips</a>&nbsp;for creating a&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://login.gov/">Login.gov</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://id.me/">ID.me</a>&nbsp;account. The page gives advice on how the Veteran can take his or her photo, what to do if the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://login.gov/">Login.gov</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://help.id.me/hc/en-us/articles/4416188902039-Veterans-Affairs-and-ID-me?utm_campaign=part&amp;utm_content=govva&amp;utm_medium=homepage&amp;utm_source=hc">ID.me</a>&nbsp;won’t accept the Veteran’s phone number or says the Veteran already has an account, and more.&nbsp;&nbsp;Additionally, Dole VA is hosting an in-person training and support event this Friday, Jan. 24, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Those interested in attending can get location information and details on what to bring at Dole VA’s website.Veterans will still be able to coordinate their care in person or via the phone.If Veterans or others have questions, the Dole VA team is ready to help. Call 316-685-2221, ext. 57754.

VA enhancing security with modernized sign-in options 

SEDGWICK COUNTY—Authorities are investigating the death of an inmate the Sedgwick County jail.

Just after 10p.m. Monday, Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office detention staff discovered an unresponsive inmate identified as 29-year-old Rashawn Pleas of Rockford, Illinois, on the floor of his cell in Pod 6, according to a media release.

On-site medical personnel and Sedgwick County EMS were immediately notified and responded to the scene, where life-saving measures were attempted. He was pronounced dead at approximately 10:52 p.m.

&nbsp;Pleass had been in custody since Dec. 23, 2023, awaiting sentencing in the 18th Judicial District Court on charges of aggravated domestic battery, possession of methamphetamine, and possession of opiates.

The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division are now investigating the circumstances surrounding the death.

Pleass did not have any obvious signs of trauma and investigators are now awaiting an autopsy and toxicology.

WICHITA, Kan. - Late Monday evening, the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office detention staff discovered an unresponsive inmate on the floor of his cell. &nbsp;

On-site medical personnel and Sedgwick County EMS were immediately notified and responded to the scene, where life-saving measures were attempted. The inmate was pronounced dead at approximately 10:52 PM.

The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division are now investigating the circumstances surrounding the inmate&nbsp;death. &nbsp;

The inmate, a 29-year-old man, had been in custody since Dec. 23, 2023, and was facing charges of aggravated domestic battery, domestic battery, and possession of opiates. &nbsp;

This is the first in-custody death of 2025 for the detention center.&nbsp;

&nbsp;Further information will be released as it becomes available, pending the outcome of the investigation and notification of next of kin.&nbsp;

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 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY—Authorities are investigating the death of an inmate the Sedgwick County jail.Just after 10p.m. Monday, Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office detention staff discovered an unresponsive inmate identified as 29-year-old Rashawn Pleas of Rockford, Illinois, on the floor of his cell in Pod 6, according to a media release.On-site medical personnel and Sedgwick County EMS were immediately notified and responded to the scene, where life-saving measures were attempted. He was pronounced dead at approximately 10:52 p.m.&nbsp;Pleass had been in custody since Dec. 23, 2023, awaiting sentencing in the 18th Judicial District Court on charges of aggravated domestic battery, possession of methamphetamine, and possession of opiates.The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division are now investigating the circumstances surrounding the death.Pleass did not have any obvious signs of trauma and investigators are now awaiting an autopsy and toxicology.---------WICHITA, Kan. - Late Monday evening, the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office detention staff discovered an unresponsive inmate on the floor of his cell. &nbsp;On-site medical personnel and Sedgwick County EMS were immediately notified and responded to the scene, where life-saving measures were attempted. The inmate was pronounced dead at approximately 10:52 PM.The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division are now investigating the circumstances surrounding the inmate&nbsp;death. &nbsp;The inmate, a 29-year-old man, had been in custody since Dec. 23, 2023, and was facing charges of aggravated domestic battery, domestic battery, and possession of opiates. &nbsp;This is the first in-custody death of 2025 for the detention center.&nbsp;&nbsp;Further information will be released as it becomes available, pending the outcome of the investigation and notification of next of kin.&nbsp;

Inmate dies at Sedgwick County Detention Center 

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🎧 BW Morning Show Interview: USD 308 board members

Here are the weather closings and delays for Tuesday, Jan 21

Buhler USD 313 - 2 Hour Delay, No morning Pre-K, daycares open as usual.

Canton-Galva USD 419 - Delayed 2 hours, No AM preschool&nbsp;

Fairfield USD 310 - Delayed 2 hours, No Votech or early education routes will run. No breakfast served.

Inman USD 442 - Delayed 2 hours, No AM preschool&nbsp;

Little River-Windom USD 444 - Delayed 2 hours, No Pre-K, No breakfast served

McPherson USD 418 - Delayed 2 hours&nbsp;

Nickerson - South Hutchinson USD 309 - Delayed 2 hours&nbsp;

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 </figure>Here are the weather closings and delays for Tuesday, Jan 21Buhler USD 313 - 2 Hour Delay, No morning Pre-K, daycares open as usual.Canton-Galva USD 419 - Delayed 2 hours, No AM preschool&nbsp;Elyria Christian School -Delayed 2 hoursFairfield USD 310 - Delayed 2 hours, No Votech or early education routes will run. No breakfast served.Haven USD 312 - Delayed 2 hoursHesston USD 460 - Delayed 2 hours&nbsp;Inman USD 442 - Delayed 2 hours, No AM preschool&nbsp;Little River-Windom USD 444 - Delayed 2 hours, No Pre-K, No breakfast servedMcPherson USD 418 - Delayed 2 hours&nbsp;Nickerson - South Hutchinson USD 309 - Delayed 2 hours&nbsp;Pratt USD 383 - Delayed 2 hours&nbsp;Skyline School - Delayed 2 hours&nbsp;Stafford USD 349 - Delayed 2 hoursTrinity High School - No school&nbsp;Wichita USD 259 - No school

Weather Closings and Delays

RENO COUNTY, Kan. (Hutch Post) — The Reno County Commission will hold their weekly meeting on Wednesday morning. &nbsp;&nbsp;

On the agenda for the meeting is the reorganization of the Board of County Commissioners. &nbsp;The board will appoint a new commission chairperson and vice chairperson for the upcoming year. &nbsp;&nbsp;

On the consent agenda is the authorization of the purchase of a new brush truck for Reno County Fire District number four. &nbsp;This purchase is necessitated by the fact that the current truck they have now has well exceeded its life span. &nbsp;

Bids were taken on the purchase of a 2025 Ford F550 brush fire truck from Rusty Eck Ford and the truck bed from Prairie Poly Manufactauring. The project amount is to not exceed $125,000.&nbsp;

The funds will come from the special equipment fund of Fire District number four. &nbsp;&nbsp;

The existing truck, which is on loan from the Kansas Forestry Service will be returned to them when the new brush truck is completed. &nbsp;

The county commission meeting will begin at 9 am in the Veterans Room of the Reno County Courthouse.&nbsp;

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 </figure>RENO COUNTY, Kan. (Hutch Post) — The Reno County Commission will hold their weekly meeting on Wednesday morning. &nbsp;&nbsp;On the agenda for the meeting is the reorganization of the Board of County Commissioners. &nbsp;The board will appoint a new commission chairperson and vice chairperson for the upcoming year. &nbsp;&nbsp;On the consent agenda is the authorization of the purchase of a new brush truck for Reno County Fire District number four. &nbsp;This purchase is necessitated by the fact that the current truck they have now has well exceeded its life span. &nbsp;Bids were taken on the purchase of a 2025 Ford F550 brush fire truck from Rusty Eck Ford and the truck bed from Prairie Poly Manufactauring. The project amount is to not exceed $125,000.&nbsp;The funds will come from the special equipment fund of Fire District number four. &nbsp;&nbsp;The existing truck, which is on loan from the Kansas Forestry Service will be returned to them when the new brush truck is completed. &nbsp;The county commission meeting will begin at 9 am in the Veterans Room of the Reno County Courthouse.&nbsp;

Reno County Commission to meet Wednesday

NEWTON, Kan. (Hutch Post) — The Harvey County Commission will hold their weekly meeting on Tuesday morning. &nbsp;&nbsp;

On the agenda is the authorization to purchase four new Sheriff’s Office Patrol Vehicles. &nbsp;The office has the approval to purchase four new patrol vehicles. &nbsp;&nbsp;

The sheriff’s office routinely replaces vehicles every year utilizing an Equipment Replacement Plan Fund that is funded through their annual budget which the county commission approves. &nbsp;The approved 2025 budget included the replacement of the vehicles. &nbsp;

The recommended budget includes $228,000 for the purchase of four patrol vehicles. The agenda packet shows that the vehicles will be Dodge Durango vehicles. &nbsp;&nbsp;

The request from the sheriff’s office is for $200,100.12 for the purchase of the vehicles from Superior Emergency Response Vehicles. &nbsp;&nbsp;

The Board of County Commissioners meeting begins at 9 am in the Community Room in the Harvey County Courthouse. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>NEWTON, Kan. (Hutch Post) — The Harvey County Commission will hold their weekly meeting on Tuesday morning. &nbsp;&nbsp;On the agenda is the authorization to purchase four new Sheriff’s Office Patrol Vehicles. &nbsp;The office has the approval to purchase four new patrol vehicles. &nbsp;&nbsp;The sheriff’s office routinely replaces vehicles every year utilizing an Equipment Replacement Plan Fund that is funded through their annual budget which the county commission approves. &nbsp;The approved 2025 budget included the replacement of the vehicles. &nbsp;The recommended budget includes $228,000 for the purchase of four patrol vehicles. The agenda packet shows that the vehicles will be Dodge Durango vehicles. &nbsp;&nbsp;The request from the sheriff’s office is for $200,100.12 for the purchase of the vehicles from Superior Emergency Response Vehicles. &nbsp;&nbsp;The Board of County Commissioners meeting begins at 9 am in the Community Room in the Harvey County Courthouse. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Harvey County Sheriff's office seeks to purchase four new patrol vehicles. 

Here’s the latest booking activity from the Reno County Jail. This information is provided by the Reno County Sheriff’s Office and is not criminal history. The Hutch Post assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, or completeness, of this information. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.——————————————&nbsp;&nbsp;

Madison Jo Lynn Walker&nbsp;1/20/2025 7:32 AM&nbsp;&nbsp;Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misdemeanor; unknown

Selina	Joy Manche 1/20/2025 6:01 PM&nbsp;&nbsp;Theft; Property or Services; $1,500 or less; from 3 Businesses within 72 hours

Calista	Dawn Godwin&nbsp; 1/20/2025&nbsp;10:05 PM&nbsp;&nbsp;	Theft; Property or Services; Less than $1,500

Hailey	J Messer&nbsp; 1/20/2025&nbsp;11:16 PM&nbsp;&nbsp;Theft; Property or Services; Less than $1,500

Antonio	Felix&nbsp;Contresas 1/21/2025 1:24 AM&nbsp;&nbsp;	Insurance; Fail to Show Proof of Liability Insurance,&nbsp;	Registration Violation; No/Expired License Plate,&nbsp;	Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misdemenor; unknown,&nbsp;	Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body,&nbsp;	Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant

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 </figure>Here’s the latest booking activity from the Reno County Jail. This information is provided by the Reno County Sheriff’s Office and is not criminal history. The Hutch Post assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, or completeness, of this information. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.——————————————&nbsp;&nbsp;Madison Jo Lynn Walker&nbsp;1/20/2025 7:32 AM&nbsp;&nbsp;Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misdemeanor; unknownSelina	Joy Manche 1/20/2025 6:01 PM&nbsp;&nbsp;Theft; Property or Services; $1,500 or less; from 3 Businesses within 72 hoursCalista	Dawn Godwin&nbsp; 1/20/2025&nbsp;10:05 PM&nbsp;&nbsp;	Theft; Property or Services; Less than $1,500Hailey	J Messer&nbsp; 1/20/2025&nbsp;11:16 PM&nbsp;&nbsp;Theft; Property or Services; Less than $1,500Antonio	Felix&nbsp;Contresas 1/21/2025 1:24 AM&nbsp;&nbsp;	Insurance; Fail to Show Proof of Liability Insurance,&nbsp;	Registration Violation; No/Expired License Plate,&nbsp;	Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misdemenor; unknown,&nbsp;	Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body,&nbsp;	Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant

Daily Booking

MARION COUNTY, Kan.—One person died in an accident just after 1p.m. Monday in Marion County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2019 Ram 1500 driven by Kendall Layne&nbsp;Harding, 29, Lost Springs, Kansas was northbound on U.S. 56&nbsp; just north of 270th Road&nbsp; The pickup traveled into the southbound lane and struck a 2023 Peterbilt semi head-on. 

Harding was pronounced dead at the scene and was transported to&nbsp;Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Homes. The semi driver Jason Philip&nbsp;Mathews, 36, Garnet, was not injured. Harding was not wearing a seat belt, according to the KHP.

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 </figure>MARION COUNTY, Kan.—One person died in an accident just after 1p.m. Monday in Marion County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2019 Ram 1500 driven by Kendall Layne&nbsp;Harding, 29, Lost Springs, Kansas was northbound on U.S. 56&nbsp; just north of 270th Road&nbsp; The pickup traveled into the southbound lane and struck a 2023 Peterbilt semi head-on. Harding was pronounced dead at the scene and was transported to&nbsp;Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Homes. The semi driver Jason Philip&nbsp;Mathews, 36, Garnet, was not injured. Harding was not wearing a seat belt, according to the KHP.

Kansas man dies after head-on pickup, semi crash

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (Hutch Post) — The Hutchinson City Commission will meet on Tuesday evening.&nbsp;

During the meeting the commission will consider an ordinance to authorize the reconstruction of 30th Avenue between Main Street and Adams Street.&nbsp;

The reconstruction project entails asphalt milling, paving, waterline replacement, clearing and grubbing, seeding and utility adjustments.&nbsp; This particular project was included in the 2023 budget at the cost of $1,200,000.&nbsp; If the ordinance passes, the City of Hutchinson will issue general obligation bonds in an amount not to exceed $925,000.&nbsp;

Other items on the agenda include the continuation of the discussion on the building at 3504 East fourth avenue to consider the structure to be unsafe and dangerous and an update of another structure at 2100 South Bonebrake Street.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The council meeting begins at 5:30 p.m. at Hutchinson City Hall

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. (Hutch Post) — The Hutchinson City Commission will meet on Tuesday evening.&nbsp;During the meeting the commission will consider an ordinance to authorize the reconstruction of 30th Avenue between Main Street and Adams Street.&nbsp;The reconstruction project entails asphalt milling, paving, waterline replacement, clearing and grubbing, seeding and utility adjustments.&nbsp; This particular project was included in the 2023 budget at the cost of $1,200,000.&nbsp; If the ordinance passes, the City of Hutchinson will issue general obligation bonds in an amount not to exceed $925,000.&nbsp;Other items on the agenda include the continuation of the discussion on the building at 3504 East fourth avenue to consider the structure to be unsafe and dangerous and an update of another structure at 2100 South Bonebrake Street.&nbsp;&nbsp;The council meeting begins at 5:30 p.m. at Hutchinson City Hall

Hutchinson City Council to meet Tuesday 

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (The American Red Cross)&nbsp;— Saving lives and helping others is always the top priority for&nbsp;Hutchinson first responders. Again, this year, these first responders will be using that lifesaving priority to bolster the community’s blood supply. &nbsp;Join Hutchinson’s first responders and be a lifesaver at the annual American Red Cross Hutchinson Battle of the Badges Blood Drive.&nbsp;

&nbsp;During the annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive,&nbsp;the Hutchinson Fire and Police departments&nbsp;compete to see who can recruit the most blood donors. Everyone who comes to give can cast a vote to determine who will win this year’s bragging rights to the trophy. All those who come to donate during the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive will receive a commemorative T-shirt, while supplies last. Chili will be served daily and cinnamon rolls on Wednesday morning.&nbsp;

The dates, times and locations for this years battle of the badges are: &nbsp;

• &nbsp;Saturday, Jan. 25 – New Covenant Presbyterian Church, 700 East 25 Avenue,  9 am to 2 pm&nbsp;

• &nbsp;Monday, Jan. 27 – First Presbyterian Church, 201 East Sherman, Noon to 6:30 pm &nbsp;

• &nbsp;Tuesday, Jan. 28 – First Presbyterian Church 11 am to 5:30 pm&nbsp;

• &nbsp;Wednesday, Jan. 29 – First Presbyterian Church 7 am to 1 pm &nbsp;

You can schedule your appointment today by calling 1-800-RED CROSS. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. (The American Red Cross)&nbsp;— Saving lives and helping others is always the top priority for&nbsp;Hutchinson first responders. Again, this year, these first responders will be using that lifesaving priority to bolster the community’s blood supply. &nbsp;Join Hutchinson’s first responders and be a lifesaver at the annual American Red Cross Hutchinson Battle of the Badges Blood Drive.&nbsp;&nbsp;During the annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive,&nbsp;the Hutchinson Fire and Police departments&nbsp;compete to see who can recruit the most blood donors. Everyone who comes to give can cast a vote to determine who will win this year’s bragging rights to the trophy. All those who come to donate during the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive will receive a commemorative T-shirt, while supplies last. Chili will be served daily and cinnamon rolls on Wednesday morning.&nbsp;The dates, times and locations for this years battle of the badges are: &nbsp;• &nbsp;Saturday, Jan. 25 – New Covenant Presbyterian Church, 700 East 25 Avenue, 9 am to 2 pm&nbsp;• &nbsp;Monday, Jan. 27 – First Presbyterian Church, 201 East Sherman, Noon to 6:30 pm &nbsp;• &nbsp;Tuesday, Jan. 28 – First Presbyterian Church 11 am to 5:30 pm&nbsp;• &nbsp;Wednesday, Jan. 29 – First Presbyterian Church 7 am to 1 pm &nbsp;You can schedule your appointment today by calling 1-800-RED CROSS. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Battle of the Badges to begin Saturday 

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🎧 BW Morning Show Interview: Senator Michael Murphy

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Recent obituaries and service times

Here’s the latest booking activity from the Reno County Jail. This information is provided by the Reno County Sheriff’s Office and is not criminal history. The Hutch Post assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, or completeness, of this information. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.——————————————&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;

Matthew Alan Demoura 1/18/2025 12:40&nbsp;PM &nbsp;Use or Possess with Intent to use, Possession of depressant, Criminal Possession of Firearm by Felon; Conviction in Previous 10 Years of specified KSA, Drugs; Paraphernalia; Sell/Distribute, Drugs; Distribute Marijuana or An, Drugs; Distribute Substance, Distribute heroin/certain stim/fentanyl, &nbsp;

Jerome Windom Jr. 1/19/2025 1:32&nbsp;AM &nbsp;Domestic Battery; Knowing or Rec, Failure to Appear, Criminal Damage to Property; Agg assault; w/ intent to comm, Agg battery; Knowingly use deadly weapon, &nbsp;

Joesph Ryan Taber 1/19/2025 6:01&nbsp;PM &nbsp;Ignition Interlock Device; Tampering, Criminal Damage to Property;&nbsp;Use or Possess with Intent to, Poss of hallucinogenic drug, Reckless Driving, Fail to Give Information at Una, Flee &amp; Elude; Reckless Driving, Interference with Law Enforcement, DUI; 3rd in 10y;drugs/combo, Agg assault of LEO; w/ deadly force&nbsp;

Zachary Curtis Cox &nbsp;1/19/2025 6:13 PM &nbsp;FTA; Municipal Court

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 </figure>Here’s the latest booking activity from the Reno County Jail. This information is provided by the Reno County Sheriff’s Office and is not criminal history. The Hutch Post assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, or completeness, of this information. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.——————————————&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Matthew Alan Demoura 1/18/2025 12:40&nbsp;PM &nbsp;Use or Possess with Intent to use, Possession of depressant, Criminal Possession of Firearm by Felon; Conviction in Previous 10 Years of specified KSA, Drugs; Paraphernalia; Sell/Distribute, Drugs; Distribute Marijuana or An, Drugs; Distribute Substance, Distribute heroin/certain stim/fentanyl, &nbsp;Jerome Windom Jr. 1/19/2025 1:32&nbsp;AM &nbsp;Domestic Battery; Knowing or Rec, Failure to Appear, Criminal Damage to Property; Agg assault; w/ intent to comm, Agg battery; Knowingly use deadly weapon, &nbsp;Joesph Ryan Taber 1/19/2025 6:01&nbsp;PM &nbsp;Ignition Interlock Device; Tampering, Criminal Damage to Property;&nbsp;Use or Possess with Intent to, Poss of hallucinogenic drug, Reckless Driving, Fail to Give Information at Una, Flee &amp; Elude; Reckless Driving, Interference with Law Enforcement, DUI; 3rd in 10y;drugs/combo, Agg assault of LEO; w/ deadly force&nbsp;Zachary Curtis Cox &nbsp;1/19/2025 6:13 PM &nbsp;FTA; Municipal Court

Daily Bookings

Hutchinson Fire Department fire chief Steven Beer took time on Friday to discuss winter fire safety.&nbsp;

Beer was asked about the "conceived" lower number of structure fires within the city. "Our numbers are pretty consistent from year to year," Chief Beer said.

Fire safety is the concern for Chief Beer.  When asked about fire safety, Beer said that the biggest change that he has seen in his career is that we are now teaching fire safety at all ages.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Beer continued, "When your smoke alarm goes off, you have two minutes to get out of your house. So that's not a lot of time to grab an extinguisher, try to put a fire out.&nbsp; It's basically get your kids, get your family members, try to get your dog or whatever and get out."&nbsp;

Winter brings another set of concerns.&nbsp; Do your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors work?&nbsp; "If you don't have a smoke detector, get ahold of my&nbsp;community risk reduction Fire Marshall Cain. He'll hook you up with some programs we have," said Beer.&nbsp;"Smoke detectors are your eyes and your nose in the middle of the night while you're sleeping."  

 "Same with this time of year with gas appliances. We've run a bunch of furnace issues already this year and so having a carbon monoxide detector that is working in your home is very important," said Beer.&nbsp;

Beer also touched on kitchen fires.&nbsp; He said, "Our number one fire issues is kitchen fires due to unattended cooking."

But, the second thing they see this time of year is space heater fires. Beer said, "Space heaters plugged into power strips. And these power strips aren't designed to have these big amperage draws out of these little power strips."&nbsp;

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 </figure>MARC JACOBS Hutch PostHutchinson Fire Department fire chief Steven Beer took time on Friday to discuss winter fire safety.&nbsp;Beer was asked about the "conceived" lower number of structure fires within the city. "Our numbers are pretty consistent from year to year," Chief Beer said.Fire safety is the concern for Chief Beer. When asked about fire safety, Beer said that the biggest change that he has seen in his career is that we are now teaching fire safety at all ages.&nbsp;&nbsp;Beer continued, "When your smoke alarm goes off, you have two minutes to get out of your house. So that's not a lot of time to grab an extinguisher, try to put a fire out.&nbsp; It's basically get your kids, get your family members, try to get your dog or whatever and get out."&nbsp;Winter brings another set of concerns.&nbsp; Do your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors work?&nbsp; "If you don't have a smoke detector, get ahold of my&nbsp;community risk reduction Fire Marshall Cain. He'll hook you up with some programs we have," said Beer.&nbsp;"Smoke detectors are your eyes and your nose in the middle of the night while you're sleeping." "Same with this time of year with gas appliances. We've run a bunch of furnace issues already this year and so having a carbon monoxide detector that is working in your home is very important," said Beer.&nbsp;Beer also touched on kitchen fires.&nbsp; He said, "Our number one fire issues is kitchen fires due to unattended cooking."But, the second thing they see this time of year is space heater fires. Beer said, "Space heaters plugged into power strips. And these power strips aren't designed to have these big amperage draws out of these little power strips."&nbsp;

Hutch fire chief talks winter fire safety 

HUTCHINSON, Kan (Hutch Post) — Dangerous cold temperatures are forecast for the upcoming days.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Much of the U.S. is bracing for cold temperatures, including Washington D.C. where President-elect Donald Trump is set to be inaugurated on Monday.&nbsp; Weather concerns were so bad that the president-elect moved his inaugural ceremony into the U.S. Capitol Rotunda.&nbsp;

The forecast from the KS Storm Info weather center has lows in single digits above and below zero Saturday through Monday night. The low temperatures couple with the strong winds drives the wind chills into the negative teens.&nbsp;

Temperatures look to warm a little as highs on Tuesday are back in the upper 20s and to the mid 30s by Thursday.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Precautions should be taken if you have to go outdoors.&nbsp; Including multiple layers of clothing and limiting the time you need to spend outside.&nbsp;&nbsp;

If you have outdoor pets, bring them inside, check on the elderly to make sure that they are okay. Keep cabinet doors open if you have pipes that run along exterior walls so that the pipes will be less likely to freeze.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Marc JacobsHUTCHINSON, Kan (Hutch Post) — Dangerous cold temperatures are forecast for the upcoming days.&nbsp;&nbsp;Much of the U.S. is bracing for cold temperatures, including Washington D.C. where President-elect Donald Trump is set to be inaugurated on Monday.&nbsp; Weather concerns were so bad that the president-elect moved his inaugural ceremony into the U.S. Capitol Rotunda.&nbsp;The forecast from the KS Storm Info weather center has lows in single digits above and below zero Saturday through Monday night. The low temperatures couple with the strong winds drives the wind chills into the negative teens.&nbsp;Temperatures look to warm a little as highs on Tuesday are back in the upper 20s and to the mid 30s by Thursday.&nbsp;&nbsp;Precautions should be taken if you have to go outdoors.&nbsp; Including multiple layers of clothing and limiting the time you need to spend outside.&nbsp;&nbsp;If you have outdoor pets, bring them inside, check on the elderly to make sure that they are okay. Keep cabinet doors open if you have pipes that run along exterior walls so that the pipes will be less likely to freeze.&nbsp;

Extreme cold moves into region 

WICHITA, Kan. (Hutch Post) — A dog found with its mouth taped shut in Wichita will be headed to a Hutchinson&nbsp;rescue.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Wichita police say that their animal services bureau investigated an incident that happened near Kellogg and Main on Tuesday evening.&nbsp;

Police say that they have identified the dog's owner, who has been cited for animal cruelty, and that he has surrendered the dog to them.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Hutchinsons Redemption animal rescue picked up the dog from the Wichita Animal Shelter Saturday afternoon.&nbsp; &nbsp;

The rescue says that they will take the dog, named lucky, and he will receive vaccinations, microchipping and will be neutered and placed in a foster home before being available for adoption.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Wichita police say that they encourage everyone to report concerns about animal abuse directly to them. Timely reporting allows us to respond quickly and verify the safety of the animals involved.&nbsp;

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 </figure>WICHITA, Kan. (Hutch Post) — A dog found with its mouth taped shut in Wichita will be headed to a Hutchinson&nbsp;rescue.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Wichita police say that their animal services bureau investigated an incident that happened near Kellogg and Main on Tuesday evening.&nbsp;Police say that they have identified the dog's owner, who has been cited for animal cruelty, and that he has surrendered the dog to them.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Hutchinsons Redemption animal rescue picked up the dog from the Wichita Animal Shelter Saturday afternoon.&nbsp; &nbsp;The rescue says that they will take the dog, named lucky, and he will receive vaccinations, microchipping and will be neutered and placed in a foster home before being available for adoption.&nbsp;&nbsp;Wichita police say that they encourage everyone to report concerns about animal abuse directly to them. Timely reporting allows us to respond quickly and verify the safety of the animals involved.&nbsp;

Hutch animal rescue to receive abused dog from Wichita 

BY:&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasreflector.com/author/tim-carpenter/">TIM CARPENTER</a> <a href="https://kansasreflector.com/2025/01/03/kansas-state-garden-city-cc-striving-to-shrink-bachelors-degree-educational-desert/?emci=8e6f56cf-3bca-ef11-88d0-0022482a9b45&amp;emdi=a9416bb1-82ca-ef11-88d0-0022482a9b45&amp;ceid=115039">Kansas Reflector</a>

GOP congressman’s agenda includes gun rights, sports and crime

TOPEKA — U.S. Rep. Tracey Mann stands as an absolutist on deporting immigrants in the U.S. illegally who engaged in criminal activity, but he prefers to temper enthusiasm for a federal crackdown that would unnecessarily weaken the state’s agriculture economy.

Mann, a Republican who easily won reelection in November to a third term in Congress, said the porous national border was a crisis that warranted aggressive action to stem the tide of millions of unauthorized immigrants. The quest to fortify the U.S. border was a fundamental issue in the 2024 election and results demonstrated voters’ eagerness to address longstanding problems of unauthorized immigration, he said.

He said rooting out people in the U.S. without authorization who are engaged in criminal activity, including drug and human trafficking, should be a priority in the administration of President-elect Donald Trump.

In addition, Mann said, Congress had to proceed with development of policies that protected the U.S. farm economy and other industries reliant on legally procured immigrant workers.

“We’ve got to have an immigration policy, instead of the current chaos we have, that’s orderly,” Mann said in an interview with Kansas Reflector. “We can declare and vet the people we want to come into the country, then legally allow them to do that.”

He said businesses in the massive 1st District of Kansas wanted less bureaucracy and more certainty in federal laws and regulations on issuance of permits to temporary immigrant workers. To ignore challenges of companies drawn to that supplemental labor force would be foolish, he said.

“It’s a slap in the face to people — the men and women — who have gone through the strung-out process. They do it the right way,” Mann said.

Mann said he was pleased a bipartisan majority in the U.S. House approved the Laken Riley Act, which honored a college student murdered by an immigrant from South America who had previously been cited for shoplifting in the United States.

The bill forwarded to the U.S. Senate would mandate federal detention of undocumented immigrants accused of theft and other lower-level offenses pending legal proceedings. The legislation raised due-process concerns regarding incarceration of more individuals accused rather than convicted of crime.

Immigrants lacking documentation to legally be in the United States who commited a criminal offense in this country should be deported, the congressman said.

Mann said he voted for a bill approved by the U.S. House that would prohibit people designated as male at birth from participating in athletic programs designated for girls or women. The measure would define gender under the Title IX federal civil rights law based on “genetics and biology” rather than “identity,” he said.

“The overwhelming majority of folks in the 1st District of Kansas would say that women should be in women’s sports. Boys should be in boys’ sports. Boys should not be playing girls’ sports,” Mann said.

In Kansas, officials in the past reported a few transgender students had taken part in cheerleading programs. In 2023, the Republican-led Legislature overrode Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly’s veto to place in state law a ban on transgender athletes joining girls’ and women’s sports programs from kindergarten through college.

Kelly said such legislation was about partisan politics rather than welfare of Kansans, and the statutory prohibitions would harm the mental health of her constituents.

However, Mann said Democrats in Washington, D.C., had “caved to radical activists under the false guises of ‘equity’ and ‘inclusion’ over fairness” to females who were “robbed of scholarships and accolades” that could be earned through athletics.

In the interview, Mann praised introduction of a House bill that would create a national reciprocity law for carriers of concealed weapons who maintained a state license. It would, for example, allow Kansas permit holders to travel across state lines without fear of running afoul of statutes on concealed firearms in conflict with Kansas’ law.

“A lot of people in my district are talking about this,” Mann said. “A lot of people are frustrated.”

Mann, a former lieutenant governor, represents the Big First district stretching from the Colorado border across the state to Douglas County in eastern Kansas.

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 <figcaption>U.S. Rep. Tracey Mann, the 1st District congressman from Kansas, says he supports federal legislation addressing border security and work permit challengs of immigration, defining sports participation based on gender and creating a national reciprocity for concealed-gun licensees. (Tim Carpenter/Kansas Reflector)</figcaption>
 </figure>BY:&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasreflector.com/author/tim-carpenter/">TIM CARPENTER</a> <a href="https://kansasreflector.com/2025/01/03/kansas-state-garden-city-cc-striving-to-shrink-bachelors-degree-educational-desert/?emci=8e6f56cf-3bca-ef11-88d0-0022482a9b45&amp;emdi=a9416bb1-82ca-ef11-88d0-0022482a9b45&amp;ceid=115039">Kansas Reflector</a><h2>GOP congressman’s agenda includes gun rights, sports and crime</h2>TOPEKA — U.S. Rep. Tracey Mann stands as an absolutist on deporting immigrants in the U.S. illegally who engaged in criminal activity, but he prefers to temper enthusiasm for a federal crackdown that would unnecessarily weaken the state’s agriculture economy.Mann, a Republican who easily won reelection in November to a third term in Congress, said the porous national border was a crisis that warranted aggressive action to stem the tide of millions of unauthorized immigrants. The quest to fortify the U.S. border was a fundamental issue in the 2024 election and results demonstrated voters’ eagerness to address longstanding problems of unauthorized immigration, he said.He said rooting out people in the U.S. without authorization who are engaged in criminal activity, including drug and human trafficking, should be a priority in the administration of President-elect Donald Trump.In addition, Mann said, Congress had to proceed with development of policies that protected the U.S. farm economy and other industries reliant on legally procured immigrant workers.“We’ve got to have an immigration policy, instead of the current chaos we have, that’s orderly,” Mann said in an interview with Kansas Reflector. “We can declare and vet the people we want to come into the country, then legally allow them to do that.”He said businesses in the massive 1st District of Kansas wanted less bureaucracy and more certainty in federal laws and regulations on issuance of permits to temporary immigrant workers. To ignore challenges of companies drawn to that supplemental labor force would be foolish, he said.“It’s a slap in the face to people — the men and women — who have gone through the strung-out process. They do it the right way,” Mann said.Mann said he was pleased a bipartisan majority in the U.S. House approved the Laken Riley Act, which honored a college student murdered by an immigrant from South America who had previously been cited for shoplifting in the United States.The bill forwarded to the U.S. Senate would mandate federal detention of undocumented immigrants accused of theft and other lower-level offenses pending legal proceedings. The legislation raised due-process concerns regarding incarceration of more individuals accused rather than convicted of crime.Immigrants lacking documentation to legally be in the United States who commited a criminal offense in this country should be deported, the congressman said.Mann said he voted for a bill approved by the U.S. House that would prohibit people designated as male at birth from participating in athletic programs designated for girls or women. The measure would define gender under the Title IX federal civil rights law based on “genetics and biology” rather than “identity,” he said.“The overwhelming majority of folks in the 1st District of Kansas would say that women should be in women’s sports. Boys should be in boys’ sports. Boys should not be playing girls’ sports,” Mann said.In Kansas, officials in the past reported a few transgender students had taken part in cheerleading programs. In 2023, the Republican-led Legislature overrode Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly’s veto to place in state law a ban on transgender athletes joining girls’ and women’s sports programs from kindergarten through college.Kelly said such legislation was about partisan politics rather than welfare of Kansans, and the statutory prohibitions would harm the mental health of her constituents.However, Mann said Democrats in Washington, D.C., had “caved to radical activists under the false guises of ‘equity’ and ‘inclusion’ over fairness” to females who were “robbed of scholarships and accolades” that could be earned through athletics.In the interview, Mann praised introduction of a House bill that would create a national reciprocity law for carriers of concealed weapons who maintained a state license. It would, for example, allow Kansas permit holders to travel across state lines without fear of running afoul of statutes on concealed firearms in conflict with Kansas’ law.“A lot of people in my district are talking about this,” Mann said. “A lot of people are frustrated.”Mann, a former lieutenant governor, represents the Big First district stretching from the Colorado border across the state to Douglas County in eastern Kansas.

Mann eager for immigration reform tied to border security, deportation, work permits

Johnathan Patrick Kelly 1/17/2025 8:20&nbsp;AM &nbsp;Probation Violation&nbsp;

Tami Dee Radi 1/17/2025 1:13&nbsp;PM &nbsp;Viol protection order; Abuse order, Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose, Misdemeanor case, Execution of Misdemeanor Warrant&nbsp;

Cody Byron Showalter 1/17/2025 4:15&nbsp;PM Interference with LEO; knowingly flee by means other than motor vehicle, Criminal Threat; with Intent to Terrorize or cause Evacuation, Direct Contempt&nbsp;

Keith Michael Dannebohm 1/17/2025 6:11&nbsp;PM&nbsp; Possession of marijuana, Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; &lt; $1,000&nbsp;

Chad Robert Ringwald 1/17/2025 7:11&nbsp;PM &nbsp;Possession of marijuana; 2 or more prior convictions, Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human&nbsp;Body&nbsp;

Anthony Daniel Greene 1/17/2025 7:56&nbsp;PM &nbsp;Failure to Appear &nbsp;

Regan Genivieve Frederick 1/17/2025 7:57&nbsp;PM &nbsp;Failure to Appear &nbsp;

Karrin Mone Bruce 1/17/2025 9:06&nbsp;PM &nbsp;Domestic Battery; Knowingly Cause Physical Contact (1st conviction)&nbsp;

Stephanie Chandel Robinson 1/17/2025 11:35&nbsp;PM &nbsp;Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misdemeanor&nbsp;

Georgina Arianna De La Cadena 1/18/2025 3:35&nbsp;AM &nbsp;&nbsp;Domestic Battery; Knowingly Cause Physical Contact (1st conviction, Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; &lt; $1,000&nbsp;

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 </figure>Here’s the latest booking activity from the Reno County Jail. This information is provided by the Reno County Sheriff’s Office and is not criminal history. The Hutch Post assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, or completeness, of this information. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.——————————————&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Johnathan Patrick Kelly 1/17/2025 8:20&nbsp;AM &nbsp;Probation Violation&nbsp;Tami Dee Radi 1/17/2025 1:13&nbsp;PM &nbsp;Viol protection order; Abuse order, Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose, Misdemeanor case, Execution of Misdemeanor Warrant&nbsp;Cody Byron Showalter 1/17/2025 4:15&nbsp;PM Interference with LEO; knowingly flee by means other than motor vehicle, Criminal Threat; with Intent to Terrorize or cause Evacuation, Direct Contempt&nbsp;Keith Michael Dannebohm 1/17/2025 6:11&nbsp;PM&nbsp; Possession of marijuana, Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; &lt; $1,000&nbsp;Chad Robert Ringwald 1/17/2025 7:11&nbsp;PM &nbsp;Possession of marijuana; 2 or more prior convictions, Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human&nbsp;Body&nbsp;Anthony Daniel Greene 1/17/2025 7:56&nbsp;PM &nbsp;Failure to Appear &nbsp;Regan Genivieve Frederick 1/17/2025 7:57&nbsp;PM &nbsp;Failure to Appear &nbsp;Karrin Mone Bruce 1/17/2025 9:06&nbsp;PM &nbsp;Domestic Battery; Knowingly Cause Physical Contact (1st conviction)&nbsp;Stephanie Chandel Robinson 1/17/2025 11:35&nbsp;PM &nbsp;Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misdemeanor&nbsp;Georgina Arianna De La Cadena 1/18/2025 3:35&nbsp;AM &nbsp;&nbsp;Domestic Battery; Knowingly Cause Physical Contact (1st conviction, Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; &lt; $1,000&nbsp;

TOPEKA, Kan (Kansas Department of Commerce) – Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland encourages jobseekers and employers to take part in the Statewide Virtual Job Fair, hosted by&nbsp;KANSASWORKS, from 8 am to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 22.

“Kansas is experiencing a remarkable period of growth that’s creating countless new opportunities for employment,”&nbsp;Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said. “As businesses look to expand and seek talent, our workforce centers are excited to connect Kansans with fulfilling careers.”

The virtual job fair allows for anyone searching for a position to fill out applications, chat live and interview virtually with participating employers.

The Statewide Virtual Job Fair portal features helpful information such as a jobseeker training video, a list of participating employers and channels for attendees to register and log in. Jobseekers are encouraged to dress professionally, as employers may request to engage in a video interview.

Candidates can participate through any digital device. Any individual with a disability may request accommodation by contacting their nearest workforce center at (877) 509-6757 prior to the event.

Registration is required to participate in virtual job fairs, regardless of previous participation. To register, click&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fapp.premiervirtual.com%2Fevents%2Ff2c8486e-0a95-4e32-85ce-8e52021a6299%2Fkansasworks-virtual-statewide-job-fair-january-22,-2025/1/0101019474e59c0b-eb8408de-9f7e-45be-b06e-30c573091a76-000000/snXhFgIBO0qCy4lregPF-oUl4rscBMCFdKca35hNh-4=388">here</a>.

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 </figure>TOPEKA, Kan (Kansas Department of Commerce) – Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland encourages jobseekers and employers to take part in the Statewide Virtual Job Fair, hosted by&nbsp;KANSASWORKS, from 8 am to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 22.“Kansas is experiencing a remarkable period of growth that’s creating countless new opportunities for employment,”&nbsp;Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said. “As businesses look to expand and seek talent, our workforce centers are excited to connect Kansans with fulfilling careers.”The virtual job fair allows for anyone searching for a position to fill out applications, chat live and interview virtually with participating employers.The Statewide Virtual Job Fair portal features helpful information such as a jobseeker training video, a list of participating employers and channels for attendees to register and log in. Jobseekers are encouraged to dress professionally, as employers may request to engage in a video interview.Candidates can participate through any digital device. Any individual with a disability may request accommodation by contacting their nearest workforce center at (877) 509-6757 prior to the event.Registration is required to participate in virtual job fairs, regardless of previous participation. To register, click&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fapp.premiervirtual.com%2Fevents%2Ff2c8486e-0a95-4e32-85ce-8e52021a6299%2Fkansasworks-virtual-statewide-job-fair-january-22,-2025/1/0101019474e59c0b-eb8408de-9f7e-45be-b06e-30c573091a76-000000/snXhFgIBO0qCy4lregPF-oUl4rscBMCFdKca35hNh-4=388">here</a>.

KANSASWORKS schedules statewide virtual job fair

Kansas Dental Charitable Foundation

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas Dental Charitable Foundation is planning to host its twenty-fourth Kansas Mission of Mercy free dental clinic at the Kansas State Fairgrounds Meadowlark Building in Hutchinson, KS on January 17-18, 2025, with clinic doors opening at 5:30 a.m. both days. Local dentists Drs. Todd Esau and Jared Dye have volunteered to chair the 2025 event.

Support for this project comes entirely from donations and grants and uses no state or federal funding. Local coordinators are making contacts within the community to gain monetary and in-kind support for the project, as well as recruiting the hundreds of community volunteers necessary to make the Kansas Mission of Mercy possible. This project will cost nearly $170,000 but will leave behind nearly $1M of donated dental care in return.

There are no appointments or reservations, and patients will be seen on a first come, first served basis. Treatment options include cleanings, fillings, extractions, and dental hygiene education.

The clinic will include an estimated 100 dental chairs and it is expected that nearly 1,000 volunteers, consisting of dentists, hygienists, dental assistants, medical personnel, and community volunteers will donate their talents to treat patients.

There are no appointments or reservations, and treatment options include fillings, extractions, and cleanings. However, parents can go online and schedule an appointment time for their children ages 13 and under. All minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Patient information and the link to schedule children can be found at <a href="http://www.ksdentalfoundation.org">www.ksdentalfoundation.org</a>.

Volunteer registration is also still open and can be done online at <a href="http://www.ksdentalfoundation.org">www.ksdentalfoundation.org</a>.

Since its inception in 2003, the Kansas Mission of Mercy has provided free care to 32,942 patients with a value of $23,173,915.

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 </figure>Kansas Dental Charitable FoundationHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas Dental Charitable Foundation is planning to host its twenty-fourth Kansas Mission of Mercy free dental clinic at the Kansas State Fairgrounds Meadowlark Building in Hutchinson, KS on January 17-18, 2025, with clinic doors opening at 5:30 a.m. both days. Local dentists Drs. Todd Esau and Jared Dye have volunteered to chair the 2025 event.Support for this project comes entirely from donations and grants and uses no state or federal funding. Local coordinators are making contacts within the community to gain monetary and in-kind support for the project, as well as recruiting the hundreds of community volunteers necessary to make the Kansas Mission of Mercy possible. This project will cost nearly $170,000 but will leave behind nearly $1M of donated dental care in return.There are no appointments or reservations, and patients will be seen on a first come, first served basis. Treatment options include cleanings, fillings, extractions, and dental hygiene education.The clinic will include an estimated 100 dental chairs and it is expected that nearly 1,000 volunteers, consisting of dentists, hygienists, dental assistants, medical personnel, and community volunteers will donate their talents to treat patients.There are no appointments or reservations, and treatment options include fillings, extractions, and cleanings. However, parents can go online and schedule an appointment time for their children ages 13 and under. All minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.Patient information and the link to schedule children can be found at <a href="http://www.ksdentalfoundation.org">www.ksdentalfoundation.org</a>.Volunteer registration is also still open and can be done online at <a href="http://www.ksdentalfoundation.org">www.ksdentalfoundation.org</a>.Since its inception in 2003, the Kansas Mission of Mercy has provided free care to 32,942 patients with a value of $23,173,915.