HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;&nbsp;Jeremy Ehart will serve as the Parade Marshal for EAGLE Media's annual Patriots Parade on July 4.&nbsp;

He served as an American Legion Commander for his home post, Lysle Rishel Post 68 in Hutchinson for two terms, and he continues to stay active in the American Legion.&nbsp;

Ehart served on the Department Legislative Council, and served as the membership committee chairperson at the state level. His works include representing&nbsp;Kansas on the National Security Council, and being a graduate of the 2019 National American Legion College. He was even featured on the cover of the National American Legion magazine in February 2016.

Ehart earned his eligibility through his service in the United States Marine Corps where he served in 2F1, an antiterrorism unit, stationed out of Virginia. 

He was injured in a training accident in 2004 that left 60% of his body covered in third degree burns. He was medically retired from the military after his time in the hospital following his accident. 

He and his wife Kristy moved home after his service ended in 2006 and he joined the American Legion shortly thereafter.

Ehart utilizes the American Legion and his story to raise mental health awareness and battle the stigmas associated with talking about it.&nbsp;

He thanks his family and the American Legion for help in his own battles with mental health following his retirement from the Marines.&nbsp;

Ehart knows firsthand it is still hard for veterans to talk about topics such as mental health due to the stigma. That stigma was still rampant, especially among veterans themselves, in the mid-to-late 2000s when he retired from service.&nbsp;

Only recently has mental health, acquiring the proper help, and connecting veterans to healthcare channels become more of an open discussion.&nbsp;

Many veterans may feel obligated to continue to keep quiet about their struggles despite the fight for awareness in the modern age.&nbsp;

Ehart said he will continue to spread mental health awareness as he serves with the American Legion.&nbsp;

 Jeremy Ehart has been active in the Amercan Legion since joining in 2007 and is a proud Legionnaire, Sons of the American Legion member through his Grandfather’s WWII Service, and member of the American Legion Riders.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;&nbsp;Jeremy Ehart will serve as the Parade Marshal for EAGLE Media's annual Patriots Parade on July 4.&nbsp;He served as an American Legion Commander for his home post, Lysle Rishel Post 68 in Hutchinson for two terms, and he continues to stay active in the American Legion.&nbsp;Ehart served on the Department Legislative Council, and served as the membership committee chairperson at the state level. His works include representing&nbsp;Kansas on the National Security Council, and being a graduate of the 2019 National American Legion College. He was even featured on the cover of the National American Legion magazine in February 2016.Ehart earned his eligibility through his service in the United States Marine Corps where he served in 2F1, an antiterrorism unit, stationed out of Virginia. He was injured in a training accident in 2004 that left 60% of his body covered in third degree burns. He was medically retired from the military after his time in the hospital following his accident. He and his wife Kristy moved home after his service ended in 2006 and he joined the American Legion shortly thereafter.Ehart utilizes the American Legion and his story to raise mental health awareness and battle the stigmas associated with talking about it.&nbsp;He thanks his family and the American Legion for help in his own battles with mental health following his retirement from the Marines.&nbsp;Ehart knows firsthand it is still hard for veterans to talk about topics such as mental health due to the stigma. That stigma was still rampant, especially among veterans themselves, in the mid-to-late 2000s when he retired from service.&nbsp;Only recently has mental health, acquiring the proper help, and connecting veterans to healthcare channels become more of an open discussion.&nbsp;Many veterans may feel obligated to continue to keep quiet about their struggles despite the fight for awareness in the modern age.&nbsp;Ehart said he will continue to spread mental health awareness as he serves with the American Legion.&nbsp; Jeremy Ehart has been active in the Amercan Legion since joining in 2007 and is a proud Legionnaire, Sons of the American Legion member through his Grandfather’s WWII Service, and member of the American Legion Riders.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Patriots Parade Marshal: Jeremy Ehart

KINGMAN COUNTY—Three people were injured in an accident just before 4p.m. Monday in Kingman County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2023 Peterbilt semi driven by&nbsp; 39-year-old Daniel&nbsp;Esparza-Ramirez was eastbound on U.S. 54 seven miles west of Kingman.

The semi rear-ended a 2020 Ram 2500 driven by Jose Manuel&nbsp;Bugarini, 23, Great Bend, who was slowing to make a right turn.

EMS transported&nbsp;Bugarini and passengers in the pickup identified as Fernando&nbsp;Barrera, 30 and Mario&nbsp; Martinez, 24, both of Great Bend to Pratt Regional Medical Center.&nbsp; The KHP did not have complete seat belt usage information or additional details on Esparza-Ramirez. He was not injured.&nbsp;

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 </figure>KINGMAN COUNTY—Three people were injured in an accident just before 4p.m. Monday in Kingman County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2023 Peterbilt semi driven by&nbsp; 39-year-old Daniel&nbsp;Esparza-Ramirez was eastbound on U.S. 54 seven miles west of Kingman.The semi rear-ended a 2020 Ram 2500 driven by Jose Manuel&nbsp;Bugarini, 23, Great Bend, who was slowing to make a right turn.EMS transported&nbsp;Bugarini and passengers in the pickup identified as Fernando&nbsp;Barrera, 30 and Mario&nbsp; Martinez, 24, both of Great Bend to Pratt Regional Medical Center.&nbsp; The KHP did not have complete seat belt usage information or additional details on Esparza-Ramirez. He was not injured.&nbsp;<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

3 Kan. men hospitalized after semi rear-ends a pickup

HUTCHINSON,
Kan. —&nbsp;The Hutchinson St. Vincent De Paul group is asking for help as you come to the fireworks at the Fairgrounds on the 4th of July.

"On the 4th of July at the fireworks, we're going to have trucks available to donate food," said Lovella Kelley. "It's called Celebration Food Drive. Come by and leave food for your fellow citizens. We have many calls for food at this point and our supplies are low."

They will have several locations where you can bring items.

"Look at the VIP parking lot at 20th and Poplar and inside the fairgrounds gate there by the fire station and at the driveway for the splash pad on Severance and then at Holy Cross, we'll have trucks," Kelley said.&nbsp;

The need across the Hutchinson community has been as great this year as ever.

Most needed are canned meat and tuna, fruit, peas, tomato soup, chicken noodle soup, hamburger helper, instant oatmeal, snacks, cookies and instant potatoes.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON,
Kan. —&nbsp;The Hutchinson St. Vincent De Paul group is asking for help as you come to the fireworks at the Fairgrounds on the 4th of July."On the 4th of July at the fireworks, we're going to have trucks available to donate food," said Lovella Kelley. "It's called Celebration Food Drive. Come by and leave food for your fellow citizens. We have many calls for food at this point and our supplies are low."They will have several locations where you can bring items."Look at the VIP parking lot at 20th and Poplar and inside the fairgrounds gate there by the fire station and at the driveway for the splash pad on Severance and then at Holy Cross, we'll have trucks," Kelley said.&nbsp;The need across the Hutchinson community has been as great this year as ever.Most needed are canned meat and tuna, fruit, peas, tomato soup, chicken noodle soup, hamburger helper, instant oatmeal, snacks, cookies and instant potatoes.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

SVDP holding food drive at Hutch fireworks

Kim Baldwin, McPherson County farmer and rancher

Summertime on the farm is in full effect. We seem to awaken a bit earlier with the sun to accomplish tasks before the heat of the day sets in. We also seem to go to bed much later to take advantage of the extra daylight.&nbsp; &nbsp; It’s a constant state of “go-go-go” most days right now with an occasional slowdown if a rain shower pops up. &nbsp; After going through the items of the day over coffee, my husband is usually the first one out the door. We are generally going different directions for the majority of the days right now, but we’re always touching base with quick phone calls and text messages. &nbsp; Sometimes the text messages between us consist of a brief “OK” or a thumbs up emoji. Sometimes the text is simply a link to a news article one of us finds interesting. Other times it’s a silly TikTok or Facebook Reel we know will give the other a good chuckle.&nbsp; &nbsp; Many times the text message thread between us includes silly GIF responses. &nbsp; A perfect example of our daily communication during this time of the year was when I recently texted a selfie of me with a thumbs up showing my husband I had successfully backed a truck to and hooked a trailer to the ball hitch without any help – a task I like to remind him I am fully capable of accomplishing. &nbsp; “One try,” I included in the text message accompanying the photo.&nbsp; &nbsp; His response: A black and white GIF of battle-worn actor Gerard Butler playing King Leonidas&nbsp;from the movie 300&nbsp;with the words “MY QUEEN.”&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Another example was when we were looking for a small part needed for the planter. When I thought I had found the item I texted him a picture of it with “Is this it?” in the message. &nbsp; While his response was a quick, “Yah,” I responded back with a GIF of a crowd wildly applauding. &nbsp; I’ve had many times in my adult life that I have reflected on how lucky I am to be living in this era. I often wonder how those before me handled life in general, let alone life on the farm without all of the modern tools, technologies and conveniences. &nbsp; Constant communication on our farm is a necessity to ensure we are as productive and efficient with our time as possible, especially during these busy summer days. &nbsp; I truly don’t know how those successfully communicated and maintained relationships before us during the busy summer farm days of yesteryear. I just know that I am truly thankful for the ability to instantly communicate with my husband, which allows us to not only efficiently accomplish tasks, but also allows us to provide quick words of affirmation or encouragement through silly animations, videos and emojis via text messages that help us navigate our busy summer days on the farm together. "Insight" is a weekly column published by Kansas Farm Bureau, the state's largest farm organization whose mission is to strengthen agriculture and the lives of Kansans through advocacy, education and service.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Kim Baldwin, McPherson County farmer and rancherSummertime on the farm is in full effect. We seem to awaken a bit earlier with the sun to accomplish tasks before the heat of the day sets in. We also seem to go to bed much later to take advantage of the extra daylight.&nbsp; &nbsp; It’s a constant state of “go-go-go” most days right now with an occasional slowdown if a rain shower pops up. &nbsp; After going through the items of the day over coffee, my husband is usually the first one out the door. We are generally going different directions for the majority of the days right now, but we’re always touching base with quick phone calls and text messages. &nbsp; Sometimes the text messages between us consist of a brief “OK” or a thumbs up emoji. Sometimes the text is simply a link to a news article one of us finds interesting. Other times it’s a silly TikTok or Facebook Reel we know will give the other a good chuckle.&nbsp; &nbsp; Many times the text message thread between us includes silly GIF responses. &nbsp; A perfect example of our daily communication during this time of the year was when I recently texted a selfie of me with a thumbs up showing my husband I had successfully backed a truck to and hooked a trailer to the ball hitch without any help – a task I like to remind him I am fully capable of accomplishing. &nbsp; “One try,” I included in the text message accompanying the photo.&nbsp; &nbsp; His response: A black and white GIF of battle-worn actor Gerard Butler playing King Leonidas&nbsp;from the movie 300&nbsp;with the words “MY QUEEN.”&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Another example was when we were looking for a small part needed for the planter. When I thought I had found the item I texted him a picture of it with “Is this it?” in the message. &nbsp; While his response was a quick, “Yah,” I responded back with a GIF of a crowd wildly applauding. &nbsp; I’ve had many times in my adult life that I have reflected on how lucky I am to be living in this era. I often wonder how those before me handled life in general, let alone life on the farm without all of the modern tools, technologies and conveniences. &nbsp; Constant communication on our farm is a necessity to ensure we are as productive and efficient with our time as possible, especially during these busy summer days. &nbsp; I truly don’t know how those successfully communicated and maintained relationships before us during the busy summer farm days of yesteryear. I just know that I am truly thankful for the ability to instantly communicate with my husband, which allows us to not only efficiently accomplish tasks, but also allows us to provide quick words of affirmation or encouragement through silly animations, videos and emojis via text messages that help us navigate our busy summer days on the farm together. "Insight" is a weekly column published by Kansas Farm Bureau, the state's largest farm organization whose mission is to strengthen agriculture and the lives of Kansans through advocacy, education and service.&nbsp;Copyright © 2023 Kansas Farm Bureau, All rights reserved.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Insight: Modern farm communication

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; &nbsp;

7/4/2023 2:37 AM-Justin	Allen Nelson-Battery; Phys contact rude/insult/angry manner; Disorderly Conduct; Fighting words or noisy conduct

7/4/2023 1:49 AM-Kayla	Ranae Shober-Battery on LEO; City/county corr officer; Pedestrian; Under the Influence of Alcohol/Drugs upon Roadway

7/4/2023 1:44 AM-Timmy	Lee True-DUI; 1st; comp ev blood/breath .08+; child pres; Endangering a Child

7/3/2023 11:17 PM-Cheston	Leon Spence-Viol protection order; Abuse order

7/3/2023 7:37 PM-Shaina	Rachelle Pfenning-Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose, Misd case, Execution of Misd Warrant; Failure to Appear

7/3/2023 4:16 PM-Jonathan	Michael Scothorn-Violation of conditions of release, on parole, conditional release or postrelease supervision

7/3/2023 4:10 PM-Alyssa	Nicole King-Failure to Appear

7/3/2023 2:05 PM-Jordan	Lovell Jackson-Disorderly Conduct; Fighting words or noisy conduct; Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; &lt; $1,000

7/3/2023 1:44 PM-Jason	Dylan Sisler-Sexual Exploitation of a Child; Possess media of child &lt;18	$130,000.00; Indecent Liberties with a Child 14-15YOA; AGGRAVATED; Sexual Intercourse; Indecent Liberties with a Child 14-15YOA; Lewd Fondling or Touching; Viol protection order; Stalking/sex asslt/hmn traf; Stalking; Conduct after receiving notice of protection order causing fear

7/3/2023 12:48 PM-Robyn	Deann Herbst-Probation Violation

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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; &nbsp;7/4/2023 2:37 AM-Justin	Allen Nelson-Battery; Phys contact rude/insult/angry manner; Disorderly Conduct; Fighting words or noisy conduct7/4/2023 1:49 AM-Kayla	Ranae Shober-Battery on LEO; City/county corr officer; Pedestrian; Under the Influence of Alcohol/Drugs upon Roadway7/4/2023 1:44 AM-Timmy	Lee True-DUI; 1st; comp ev blood/breath .08+; child pres; Endangering a Child7/3/2023 11:17 PM-Cheston	Leon Spence-Viol protection order; Abuse order7/3/2023 7:37 PM-Shaina	Rachelle Pfenning-Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose, Misd case, Execution of Misd Warrant; Failure to Appear7/3/2023 4:16 PM-Jonathan	Michael Scothorn-Violation of conditions of release, on parole, conditional release or postrelease supervision7/3/2023 4:10 PM-Alyssa	Nicole King-Failure to Appear7/3/2023 2:05 PM-Jordan	Lovell Jackson-Disorderly Conduct; Fighting words or noisy conduct; Criminal Damage to Property; Without consent; &lt; $1,0007/3/2023 1:44 PM-Jason	Dylan Sisler-Sexual Exploitation of a Child; Possess media of child &lt;18	$130,000.00; Indecent Liberties with a Child 14-15YOA; AGGRAVATED; Sexual Intercourse; Indecent Liberties with a Child 14-15YOA; Lewd Fondling or Touching; Viol protection order; Stalking/sex asslt/hmn traf; Stalking; Conduct after receiving notice of protection order causing fear7/3/2023 12:48 PM-Robyn	Deann Herbst-Probation Violation

Daily Bookings

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — There are many places to celebrate Independence Day in the area Tuesday.

Sterling, Kansas will present their major event of the summer, their Old Fashioned 4th of July. The day will offer a wide variety of family fun for kids and adults including their famous turtle races. &nbsp;

Events will offer a great opportunity to enjoy barbecue, listen to live music and enjoy one of the best fireworks displays around. There will also be lots of games and activities throughout the day and evening including one of the best 4th of July parades.&nbsp;

A full list of events can be found <a href="https://www.americantowns.com/event/sterling-old-fashioned-4th-of-july-2023-07-04-sterling-ks.html" target="_blank">here</a>. &nbsp;

In Hutchinson, the annual Eagle Radio Patriots Parade is one of the highlights of summer for the Salt City.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Join Eagle Media and the City of Hutchinson on downtown Main Street starting at 10 a.m. The event is sponsored by Allen Samuels and Eagle Radio, including My 93.1, KWBW 1450AM/98.5FM, and Country 102.9 as well as Hutch Post.&nbsp;

Later Tuesday, the City of Hutchinson and Showalter Fireworks are having their annual Fireworks Extravaganza the&nbsp;night of July 4 at&nbsp;the Kansas State Fairgrounds, Lot C at dusk.&nbsp;

McPherson is also getting into the Independence Day fun with their Fireworks and More! at Wall Park event. The dedication of the Wall Park playground will be at 7 p.m. &nbsp;

There will also be a variety of activities for kids including,&nbsp;face painting, tattoos, glow bracelets, and more. &nbsp;

Live music will start at 7:30 p.m. with Petty Cash, followed by a fantastic fireworks show at dark. &nbsp;

In Kingman, All-American Family Fest at Riverside Park will begin at 9 a.m. Follow up <a href="https://www.kingmancc.com/all-american-family-fest" target="_blank">here</a> for a full list of events. &nbsp;

A firework display will close out the night in Kingman at 9:45 p.m. &nbsp;

Also in North Newton, Kansas, the community is invited to celebrate the Fourth of July at Kidron Bethel Village’s Annual Fireworks Extravaganza.

Arrival will begin at 7:30 p.m. The free outdoor event will include family fun with games, giveaways, and food for purchase, including Salted Creamery ice cream.&nbsp;

Kidron Bethel Village, a Bluestem Community, is located at 3001 Ivy Drive in North Newton. &nbsp;

Parking for the event will be marked. Lawn chairs are recommended for fireworks viewing. Flashlights may be helpful for navigating to and from parking areas. There is no admission charge.&nbsp;

For more information, visit the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/kidronbethel/" target="_blank">Kidron Bethel Village Facebook page</a>.&nbsp;

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — There are many places to celebrate Independence Day in the area Tuesday.Sterling, Kansas will present their major event of the summer, their Old Fashioned 4th of July. The day will offer a wide variety of family fun for kids and adults including their famous turtle races. &nbsp;Events will offer a great opportunity to enjoy barbecue, listen to live music and enjoy one of the best fireworks displays around. There will also be lots of games and activities throughout the day and evening including one of the best 4th of July parades.&nbsp;A full list of events can be found <a href="https://www.americantowns.com/event/sterling-old-fashioned-4th-of-july-2023-07-04-sterling-ks.html" target="_blank">here</a>. &nbsp;In Hutchinson, the annual Eagle Radio Patriots Parade is one of the highlights of summer for the Salt City.&nbsp; &nbsp;Join Eagle Media and the City of Hutchinson on downtown Main Street starting at 10 a.m. The event is sponsored by Allen Samuels and Eagle Radio, including My 93.1, KWBW 1450AM/98.5FM, and Country 102.9 as well as Hutch Post.&nbsp;Later Tuesday, the City of Hutchinson and Showalter Fireworks are having their annual Fireworks Extravaganza the&nbsp;night of July 4 at&nbsp;the Kansas State Fairgrounds, Lot C at dusk.&nbsp;McPherson is also getting into the Independence Day fun with their Fireworks and More! at Wall Park event. The dedication of the Wall Park playground will be at 7 p.m. &nbsp;There will also be a variety of activities for kids including,&nbsp;face painting, tattoos, glow bracelets, and more. &nbsp;Live music will start at 7:30 p.m. with Petty Cash, followed by a fantastic fireworks show at dark. &nbsp;In Kingman, All-American Family Fest at Riverside Park will begin at 9 a.m. Follow up <a href="https://www.kingmancc.com/all-american-family-fest" target="_blank">here</a> for a full list of events. &nbsp;A firework display will close out the night in Kingman at 9:45 p.m. &nbsp;Also in North Newton, Kansas, the community is invited to celebrate the Fourth of July at Kidron Bethel Village’s Annual Fireworks Extravaganza.Arrival will begin at 7:30 p.m. The free outdoor event will include family fun with games, giveaways, and food for purchase, including Salted Creamery ice cream.&nbsp;Kidron Bethel Village, a Bluestem Community, is located at 3001 Ivy Drive in North Newton. &nbsp;Parking for the event will be marked. Lawn chairs are recommended for fireworks viewing. Flashlights may be helpful for navigating to and from parking areas. There is no admission charge.&nbsp;For more information, visit the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/kidronbethel/" target="_blank">Kidron Bethel Village Facebook page</a>.&nbsp;<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile&nbsp;app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Celebrate Independence Day in several communities

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson art teacher Kara Vaughn was pleased with the way that her Chalk The Town event went over the weekend.

"For the first event, the kickoff event, I'd say around 50 to 100 people came," Vaughn said of the Friday night event in George Pyle Park. "They chalked on the mural and then left. Some people stayed and hung out for the whole thing and made a lot of artwork through the whole area, not just the mural. It was really fun to see so many people come and hang out and have a good time. It was really fun. The second event, the main event in Carey Park, I believe that there was over 500 people that came."

Vaughn got that number from the Hutchinson Zoo, as they were counting as people went through their area. The whole event was put together in a matter of weeks, after Vaughn's videos went viral on TikTok.

"With the time frame and the circumstance of everything, I don't think it could have been executed better," Vaughn said. "Honestly, I think that we have something to work with to bring it back for next year and people are super excited already for next year's event, too."

Vaughn said her goal of bringing in people from out of town was met, as people from hours away came to Hutchinson to be a part of the event.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson art teacher Kara Vaughn was pleased with the way that her Chalk The Town event went over the weekend."For the first event, the kickoff event, I'd say around 50 to 100 people came," Vaughn said of the Friday night event in George Pyle Park. "They chalked on the mural and then left. Some people stayed and hung out for the whole thing and made a lot of artwork through the whole area, not just the mural. It was really fun to see so many people come and hang out and have a good time. It was really fun. The second event, the main event in Carey Park, I believe that there was over 500 people that came."<figure>
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 </figure>Vaughn got that number from the Hutchinson Zoo, as they were counting as people went through their area. The whole event was put together in a matter of weeks, after Vaughn's videos went viral on TikTok."With the time frame and the circumstance of everything, I don't think it could have been executed better," Vaughn said. "Honestly, I think that we have something to work with to bring it back for next year and people are super excited already for next year's event, too."Vaughn said her goal of bringing in people from out of town was met, as people from hours away came to Hutchinson to be a part of the event.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Chalk the Town a big draw

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Mayor Jon Richardson said Monday that the next steps in the police chief search are coming this month.

"We're looking at mid-July," Richardson said. "We'll have, I believe, around four finalists to interview in person, to look at taking on that role. A decision will be made from there."

If it turns out to be an outside hire, moving that person to Hutchinson will take some time, too.

"I would think, if you're interviewing mid-July, you're looking at another month or month and a half, so later in August, Labor Day weekend time period."&nbsp;

The city's police department has around 80 employees, and according to recruiting materials, an adopted budget of more than $12.56 million this fiscal year.&nbsp;

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Mayor Jon Richardson said Monday that the next steps in the police chief search are coming this month."We're looking at mid-July," Richardson said. "We'll have, I believe, around four finalists to interview in person, to look at taking on that role. A decision will be made from there."If it turns out to be an outside hire, moving that person to Hutchinson will take some time, too."I would think, if you're interviewing mid-July, you're looking at another month or month and a half, so later in August, Labor Day weekend time period."&nbsp;The city's police department has around 80 employees, and according to recruiting materials, an adopted budget of more than $12.56 million this fiscal year.&nbsp;<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Richardson: Police chief search continues

LYONS, Kan. — The office of U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) is hosting mobile office hours during the month of July. 

Representative Mann's staff will be visiting counties across the First Congressional District to offer assistance with federal agencies.

On Tuesday, July 11, Mann's staff will be in Rice County at the&nbsp;Lyons Public Library at 201 West Main from 1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.

Please contact the Manhattan, KS office at 785-370-7277 with any questions about the mobile office hours.

Only Congressman Mann's staff will be present for the mobile office hours, the Congressman will not be in attendance. The mobile office hours are reserved for assisting Kansans with federal casework.

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 </figure>LYONS, Kan. — The office of U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) is hosting mobile office hours during the month of July. Representative Mann's staff will be visiting counties across the First Congressional District to offer assistance with federal agencies.On Tuesday, July 11, Mann's staff will be in Rice County at the&nbsp;Lyons Public Library at 201 West Main from 1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.Please contact the Manhattan, KS office at 785-370-7277 with any questions about the mobile office hours.Only Congressman Mann's staff will be present for the mobile office hours, the Congressman will not be in attendance. The mobile office hours are reserved for assisting Kansans with federal casework.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Mann's staff in Lyons July 11

RENO COUNTY, Kan. —&nbsp;Reno County government is reminding citizens, effective in July the Board of County Commissioners will now hold their regular meeting on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. 

When there is a fifth Wednesday in any month, a regular meeting will be scheduled for the purpose of transacting a regular business meeting or holding a work session.

Reno County Commission meetings will continue to be held at 9 a.m. in the Veterans Room of the Reno County Courthouse located 111 W. 1st Ave. 

The next scheduled Reno County Commission meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 12.

Any cancellation of the fifth Wednesday meeting will be announced the week prior to a fifth Wednesday. All second, fourth and fifth Wednesday meetings will be convened pursuant to K.S.A. 75-4317 et seq.

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 </figure>Reno CountyRENO COUNTY, Kan. —&nbsp;Reno County government is reminding citizens, effective in July the Board of County Commissioners will now hold their regular meeting on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. When there is a fifth Wednesday in any month, a regular meeting will be scheduled for the purpose of transacting a regular business meeting or holding a work session.Reno County Commission meetings will continue to be held at 9 a.m. in the Veterans Room of the Reno County Courthouse located 111 W. 1st Ave. The next scheduled Reno County Commission meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 12.Any cancellation of the fifth Wednesday meeting will be announced the week prior to a fifth Wednesday. All second, fourth and fifth Wednesday meetings will be convened pursuant to K.S.A. 75-4317 et seq.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Reno County commission meeting dates moved

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson City Council will look at a resolution for sending out for the bonding of previously approved city projects at its meeting Wednesday morning after the July 4 holiday.

The approval amount is $2,600,000. The bonding would be for&nbsp;$2,444,000, with additional monies going toward the cost of the bond sale.

The projects this would encompass include:

14th at Marland &amp; Hoagland Bridge, estimated at $1,050,000

Harsha Park Improvements estimated at $350,000

Playgrounds -Grandview and Herman Bunte estimated at $275,000

City Hall HVAC Replacement estimated at $160,000

Woodie Seat Design and Study estimated at $450,000

Approval of the resolution will allow staff to place the bonds out to bid and advertise the bonds.

The bond sale is scheduled to be August 14th, with council approval at the August 15th council meeting. Closing on the bonds is anticipated to happen September 12th.

The Hutchinson City Council meets Wednesday at 9 a.m. at City Hall.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson City Council will look at a resolution for sending out for the bonding of previously approved city projects at its meeting Wednesday morning after the July 4 holiday.The approval amount is $2,600,000. The bonding would be for&nbsp;$2,444,000, with additional monies going toward the cost of the bond sale.The projects this would encompass include:14th at Marland &amp; Hoagland Bridge, estimated at $1,050,000Harsha Park Improvements estimated at $350,000Playgrounds -Grandview and Herman Bunte estimated at $275,000City Hall HVAC Replacement estimated at $160,000Woodie Seat Design and Study estimated at $450,000Elmdale Vestibule estimated at $159,000Approval of the resolution will allow staff to place the bonds out to bid and advertise the bonds.The bond sale is scheduled to be August 14th, with council approval at the August 15th council meeting. Closing on the bonds is anticipated to happen September 12th.The Hutchinson City Council meets Wednesday at 9 a.m. at City Hall.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;.

City council to bond projects after holiday

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Shawn Steward with AAA Kansas is reminding everyone to look out for and yield to roadside workers.&nbsp;

"There's still going to be emergency responders out there on the road helping people with broken down cars or whatever the situation is," Steward said. "We're urging drivers to just remember the Move Over law in Kansas and across the country. Move over a lane, if it is safe to do so. Definitely slow down whenever you see flashing lights of a tow truck, a police or a highway patrol vehicle. Just give those people some extra room to do their jobs."

This can save the lives of those on the road just trying to help others out.

"Often times, they are working just feet from speeding traffic," Steward said. "It's an unfortunate anniversary for our organization. There have been two AAA tow drivers struck and killed over the July 4th weekend in recent years. It hits home for us, for sure."

AAA Kansas, with support from other traffic safety organizations, will be introducing a bill during the 2024 Kansas legislative session to expand the Kansas ‘Move Over’ law to cover any disabled vehicle on the side of the road.

"We just want that to start being people's mindset as they are driving," Steward said. "If you see a work vehicle or a stranded motorist on the side of the road, just be courteous and safe and move over a lane and slow down."

On average, 24 emergency responders die each year while working at the roadside. That is one death every 14 days.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Shawn Steward with AAA Kansas is reminding everyone to look out for and yield to roadside workers.&nbsp;"There's still going to be emergency responders out there on the road helping people with broken down cars or whatever the situation is," Steward said. "We're urging drivers to just remember the Move Over law in Kansas and across the country. Move over a lane, if it is safe to do so. Definitely slow down whenever you see flashing lights of a tow truck, a police or a highway patrol vehicle. Just give those people some extra room to do their jobs."This can save the lives of those on the road just trying to help others out."Often times, they are working just feet from speeding traffic," Steward said. "It's an unfortunate anniversary for our organization. There have been two AAA tow drivers struck and killed over the July 4th weekend in recent years. It hits home for us, for sure."AAA Kansas, with support from other traffic safety organizations, will be introducing a bill during the 2024 Kansas legislative session to expand the Kansas ‘Move Over’ law to cover any disabled vehicle on the side of the road."We just want that to start being people's mindset as they are driving," Steward said. "If you see a work vehicle or a stranded motorist on the side of the road, just be courteous and safe and move over a lane and slow down."On average, 24 emergency responders die each year while working at the roadside. That is one death every 14 days.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

AAA Kansas: When you see flashing lights, move over

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kasb.org/45132?articleID=138966">Kansas ranks 17th in the nation in people who have a "high quality" postsecondary credential, according to a group that promotes learning after high school</a>.

"Even with recent concerns about, is a college degree worth it and student debt and all these things, which are real concerns, the fact is, the higher level of education a person has, on average, the more they make, the less likely they are to be in poverty, the more likely they are to be employed, the more household wealth they are likely to achieve," said Mark Tallman with the Kansas Association of School Boards.&nbsp; 

The Lumina Foundation&nbsp;<a href="https://www.luminafoundation.org/stronger-nation/report/#/progress/state/KS" target="_blank">report</a>&nbsp;says 55.7 percent of Kansans aged 25-65 have such credentials.

"If a state has higher educational attainment, all those benefits apply to the state, as well," Tallman said. "It's an important outcome of education, both at the individual and at the state, or for that matter, even national level."

The key here is that, other than the very young end of that range, those credentials were most likely earned before the pandemic.

"The average earnings, if you have not finished high school, is about $30,000 a year. Every other educational increment increases that. Graduate and professional degree earnings are more than double that. Over a lifetime, that really compounds. That doesn't count other benefits."

As income rises with credentials, poverty declines. In 2021, Kansans without a high school diploma had a 20 percent poverty rate; high school graduates had a 15 percent; up to two years of college, 9 percent; and those with a four-year degree or more, 4 percent.&nbsp;

The Tallman Education Report blog contributed to this story.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kasb.org/45132?articleID=138966">Kansas ranks 17th in the nation in people who have a "high quality" postsecondary credential, according to a group that promotes learning after high school</a>."Even with recent concerns about, is a college degree worth it and student debt and all these things, which are real concerns, the fact is, the higher level of education a person has, on average, the more they make, the less likely they are to be in poverty, the more likely they are to be employed, the more household wealth they are likely to achieve," said Mark Tallman with the Kansas Association of School Boards.&nbsp; The Lumina Foundation&nbsp;<a href="https://www.luminafoundation.org/stronger-nation/report/#/progress/state/KS" target="_blank">report</a>&nbsp;says 55.7 percent of Kansans aged 25-65 have such credentials."If a state has higher educational attainment, all those benefits apply to the state, as well," Tallman said. "It's an important outcome of education, both at the individual and at the state, or for that matter, even national level."The key here is that, other than the very young end of that range, those credentials were most likely earned before the pandemic."The average earnings, if you have not finished high school, is about $30,000 a year. Every other educational increment increases that. Graduate and professional degree earnings are more than double that. Over a lifetime, that really compounds. That doesn't count other benefits."As income rises with credentials, poverty declines. In 2021, Kansans without a high school diploma had a 20 percent poverty rate; high school graduates had a 15 percent; up to two years of college, 9 percent; and those with a four-year degree or more, 4 percent.&nbsp;The Tallman Education Report blog contributed to this story.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

KASB: Kansas doing well in educational attainment

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;&nbsp;Mid State Street Rods will present a Show-N-Shine car show at Carey Park in Hutchinson on July 3.

This popular event has been held on July 3 for more than 20 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;

This free show will feature a public display of street rods, classics, antiques, street machines, motorcycles, and more.&nbsp;

The first 100 cars will receive dash plaques.&nbsp;

There is no entry fee required. No judges, no trophies, the Show-N-Shine car show is just a relaxing evening in the park.&nbsp;

Food trucks will be present, but no alcoholic beverages will be allowed nor served in the park.&nbsp;

The Show-N-Shine will take place from 6 p.m. until dark.&nbsp;

For questions, contact Doug Pierson with Mid State Street Rods at <a href="mailto:pierson.janis@gmail.com">pierson.janis@gmail.com</a>.&nbsp;

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;&nbsp;Mid State Street Rods will present a Show-N-Shine car show at Carey Park in Hutchinson on July 3.This popular event has been held on July 3 for more than 20 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;This free show will feature a public display of street rods, classics, antiques, street machines, motorcycles, and more.&nbsp;The first 100 cars will receive dash plaques.&nbsp;There is no entry fee required. No judges, no trophies, the Show-N-Shine car show is just a relaxing evening in the park.&nbsp;Food trucks will be present, but no alcoholic beverages will be allowed nor served in the park.&nbsp;The Show-N-Shine will take place from 6 p.m. until dark.&nbsp;For questions, contact Doug Pierson with Mid State Street Rods at <a href="mailto:pierson.janis@gmail.com">pierson.janis@gmail.com</a>.&nbsp;<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Show-N-Shine car show in Carey Park

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;&nbsp;

7/3/2023 1:58 AM-Brandon	John Bennett-Battery; Phys contact rude/insult/angry manner; Disorderly Conduct; Fighting words or noisy conduct; Endangering a Child; Contribute Child Misconduct; Cause to be a CINC

7/3/2023 1:55 AM-Christopher	Michael Davis-Criminal Trespass; Posted or Locked Premises; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Poss of marijuana

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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;&nbsp;7/3/2023 1:58 AM-Brandon	John Bennett-Battery; Phys contact rude/insult/angry manner; Disorderly Conduct; Fighting words or noisy conduct; Endangering a Child; Contribute Child Misconduct; Cause to be a CINC7/3/2023 1:55 AM-Christopher	Michael Davis-Criminal Trespass; Posted or Locked Premises; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Poss of marijuana

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Cherie Sage with Safe Kids Kansas reminds us that it's important to know where the little ones are when you go to a summer get together.

"They can be pretty chaotic," Sage said. "You know, when everyone is watching the children, no one's really watching the children. Definitely having designated spaces that are safe for kids to play, having kid-free zones around like, the grill or a fire pit. Definitely keeping kids away from fireworks, all of those things are important. Also, that active supervision is important, maybe having a designated person that you can take turns and say, okay, for the next 15 minutes, you're the one that's watching the little kids."

Sparklers in the hands of little ones are not okay.

"Sparklers, people somehow got the idea that these are kid-friendly fireworks," Sage said. "They're really not. They actually burn at a temperature that is hot enough to melt glass. They also fly these sparks off, so if kids are waving them in the air, making patterns, there's a chance for those sparks to fly into their eye, things like that. We recommend give those little kids a glow stick."

The glow stick not only is safer than a sparkler, but it will help you keep track of them in the dark, but even better than that is to join the community at a public event.

"If you can, go to a public display," Sage said. "Leave it to the professionals. That is the safest way to enjoy fireworks. However, if you are going to be setting off fireworks, then have a safe distance between the fireworks and your family. Have that be a child free safety zone."

In 2022, there were a total of 102 injuries caused by fireworks in Kansas.&nbsp;

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Cherie Sage with Safe Kids Kansas reminds us that it's important to know where the little ones are when you go to a summer get together."They can be pretty chaotic," Sage said. "You know, when everyone is watching the children, no one's really watching the children. Definitely having designated spaces that are safe for kids to play, having kid-free zones around like, the grill or a fire pit. Definitely keeping kids away from fireworks, all of those things are important. Also, that active supervision is important, maybe having a designated person that you can take turns and say, okay, for the next 15 minutes, you're the one that's watching the little kids."Sparklers in the hands of little ones are not okay."Sparklers, people somehow got the idea that these are kid-friendly fireworks," Sage said. "They're really not. They actually burn at a temperature that is hot enough to melt glass. They also fly these sparks off, so if kids are waving them in the air, making patterns, there's a chance for those sparks to fly into their eye, things like that. We recommend give those little kids a glow stick."The glow stick not only is safer than a sparkler, but it will help you keep track of them in the dark, but even better than that is to join the community at a public event."If you can, go to a public display," Sage said. "Leave it to the professionals. That is the safest way to enjoy fireworks. However, if you are going to be setting off fireworks, then have a safe distance between the fireworks and your family. Have that be a child free safety zone."In 2022, there were a total of 102 injuries caused by fireworks in Kansas.&nbsp;<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Safe Kids Kansas: Keep an eye on kids during summer gatherings

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp; At Wednesday's meeting of the Hutchinson City Council, Finance Director Angela Richard will provide the City of Hutchinson’s 2022 Annual Financial Report for review. 

This audit was performed by the firm of Lindburg, Vogel, Pierce, and Faris Chartered. The audit opinion concludes the City’s financial statements are fairly presented in all material respects based on regulatory basis of accounting. 

Lindburg, Vogel, Pierce, and Faris did not have any findings or recommendations.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp; At Wednesday's meeting of the Hutchinson City Council, Finance Director Angela Richard will provide the City of Hutchinson’s 2022 Annual Financial Report for review. This audit was performed by the firm of Lindburg, Vogel, Pierce, and Faris Chartered. The audit opinion concludes the City’s financial statements are fairly presented in all material respects based on regulatory basis of accounting. Lindburg, Vogel, Pierce, and Faris did not have any findings or recommendations.The Hutchinson City Council meets Wednesday at 9 a.m. at City Hall.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

City audit on Wednesday agenda

University of Missouri-Kansas City

Lumen “Lou” N. Mulligan, J.D., M.A., begins July 10 as the new dean of the School of Law at the University of Missouri-Kansas City.

Mulligan&nbsp;served as Interim Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs at the University of Kansas, as well as the Earl B. Shurtz Research Professor of Law. 

Mulligan is an award-winning classroom professor and prolific researcher, including authoring five books and treatises. He ran KU Law’s bar passage initiative, which lead that school to the 11th-best passage rate in the nation last year.&nbsp; He founded KU’s successful state-wide 3+3 program. He also oversaw KU Law’s Medical-Legal Partnerships, which aid low-income clients and provide law students with field placement experiences at both the Lawrence Memorial Hospital and the University of Kansas Hospital in Kansas City, Kansas.

“I am thrilled and honored to serve as the next dean of my hometown’s law school,” Mulligan said. “I look forward to teaming with faculty and staff colleagues, students and alumni as we strengthen our community engagement and expand our programs, while embracing UMKC School of Law's student-focused and justice-centered mission. I am also thankful for the strong and thoughtful leadership of Dean Glesner Fines, which places UMKC School of Law as one of the nation's leading best-value law schools.”

In his legal practice, Mulligan served as a clerk on the Tenth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, practiced with Polsinelli (a UMKC School of Law alumnus-founded firm), and opened his own two-person firm. He continued to practice as a professor, where he engaged in complex civil matters, Criminal Justice Act appointments, U.S. Supreme Court amicus briefing and representing the Kansas governor in her COVID litigation.

Mulligan received his J.D. Magna Cum Laude from the University of Michigan Law School in 2002. He also has a master’s in philosophy from University of Colorado and a bachelor’s in philosophy from KU.

Mulligan frequently assists Hutch Post in understanding of decisions made by the United States Supreme Court and the Kansas Supreme Court and their applications to ongoing Constitutional law.

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 </figure>University of Missouri-Kansas CityLumen “Lou” N. Mulligan, J.D., M.A., begins July 10 as the new dean of the School of Law at the University of Missouri-Kansas City.Mulligan&nbsp;served as Interim Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs at the University of Kansas, as well as the Earl B. Shurtz Research Professor of Law. Mulligan is an award-winning classroom professor and prolific researcher, including authoring five books and treatises. He ran KU Law’s bar passage initiative, which lead that school to the 11th-best passage rate in the nation last year.&nbsp; He founded KU’s successful state-wide 3+3 program. He also oversaw KU Law’s Medical-Legal Partnerships, which aid low-income clients and provide law students with field placement experiences at both the Lawrence Memorial Hospital and the University of Kansas Hospital in Kansas City, Kansas.“I am thrilled and honored to serve as the next dean of my hometown’s law school,” Mulligan said. “I look forward to teaming with faculty and staff colleagues, students and alumni as we strengthen our community engagement and expand our programs, while embracing UMKC School of Law's student-focused and justice-centered mission. I am also thankful for the strong and thoughtful leadership of Dean Glesner Fines, which places UMKC School of Law as one of the nation's leading best-value law schools.”In his legal practice, Mulligan served as a clerk on the Tenth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, practiced with Polsinelli (a UMKC School of Law alumnus-founded firm), and opened his own two-person firm. He continued to practice as a professor, where he engaged in complex civil matters, Criminal Justice Act appointments, U.S. Supreme Court amicus briefing and representing the Kansas governor in her COVID litigation.Mulligan received his J.D. Magna Cum Laude from the University of Michigan Law School in 2002. He also has a master’s in philosophy from University of Colorado and a bachelor’s in philosophy from KU.Mulligan frequently assists Hutch Post in understanding of decisions made by the United States Supreme Court and the Kansas Supreme Court and their applications to ongoing Constitutional law.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile&nbsp;app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Mulligan to become law dean at UMKC

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;

7/2/2023 1:33 AM-Jimmy	Isaiah Muns II DL Violation; No Drivers License; DUI; 1st conv; drugs or combination of drugs

7/2/2023 12:54 AM-Jordan	Daniel Palmateer-Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Poss of marijuana; Drugs; Use/Possess a simulated controlled substance w/ intent to use

7/2/2023 12:25 AM-Chelsie	Kay Allison-Possession of Paraphernalia with Intent to Manufacture Controlled Substance; Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Poss of marijuana; Drugs; Use/Possess a simulated controlled substance w/ intent to use; Traffic Contraband in Correctional Institution; Introduce any Item

7/2/2023 12:23 AM-Ryan	Anthony Lee-Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Failure to Appear

7/1/2023 11:59 PM-Marcelino Ailon Lopez-DUI; Misdemeanor; Operate a MV w/o a valid license

7/1/2023 10:48 PM-Jaime	Abraham	Gonzalez Aguilera-DUI; 1st; blood/breath .08 or higher;child pres&nbsp;

7/1/2023 10:27 PM-Jesse	Chase Swartz-Failure to Appear; Theft; By Deception; $1,500 to $24,999; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Case, Execution of a Felony Warrant; DWS; 1st conviction; Endangering a Child; Poss of marijuana; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body

7/1/2023 9:54 PM-Nicholas	Allen Niedens-DUI; Misdemeanor

7/1/2023 9:34 PM-Trini	Noel Maldonado-DWS; 1st conviction

7/1/2023 8:44 PM-Julie	Michelle Combs-Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv; Insurance; Fail to maintain liability insurance; Registration Violation; No/Expired License Plate

7/1/2023 2:14&nbsp;PM-Alexis Marie McElroy-DUI; Alcohol or drugs; Felony

7/1/2023 5:19&nbsp;AM-Keyra Crystal Molina-DL Violation; No Drivers License; Insurance; Fail to maintain liability insurance; DUI; Misdemeanor; Registration Violation; No/Expired License Plate

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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;7/2/2023 1:33 AM-Jimmy	Isaiah Muns II DL Violation; No Drivers License; DUI; 1st conv; drugs or combination of drugs7/2/2023 12:54 AM-Jordan	Daniel Palmateer-Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Poss of marijuana; Drugs; Use/Possess a simulated controlled substance w/ intent to use7/2/2023 12:25 AM-Chelsie	Kay Allison-Possession of Paraphernalia with Intent to Manufacture Controlled Substance; Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Poss of marijuana; Drugs; Use/Possess a simulated controlled substance w/ intent to use; Traffic Contraband in Correctional Institution; Introduce any Item7/2/2023 12:23 AM-Ryan	Anthony Lee-Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Failure to Appear7/1/2023 11:59 PM-Marcelino Ailon Lopez-DUI; Misdemeanor; Operate a MV w/o a valid license7/1/2023 10:48 PM-Jaime	Abraham	Gonzalez Aguilera-DUI; 1st; blood/breath .08 or higher;child pres&nbsp;7/1/2023 10:27 PM-Jesse	Chase Swartz-Failure to Appear; Theft; By Deception; $1,500 to $24,999; Interference with Law Enforcement; Obstruct, Resist, Oppose; Felony Case, Execution of a Felony Warrant; DWS; 1st conviction; Endangering a Child; Poss of marijuana; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body7/1/2023 9:54 PM-Nicholas	Allen Niedens-DUI; Misdemeanor7/1/2023 9:34 PM-Trini	Noel Maldonado-DWS; 1st conviction7/1/2023 8:44 PM-Julie	Michelle Combs-Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant; Use or Possess with Intent to use Drug Paraphernalia into Human Body; Driving while license cancelled/suspended/revoked; misd; unknown conv; Insurance; Fail to maintain liability insurance; Registration Violation; No/Expired License Plate7/1/2023 2:14&nbsp;PM-Alexis Marie McElroy-DUI; Alcohol or drugs; Felony7/1/2023 5:19&nbsp;AM-Keyra Crystal Molina-DL Violation; No Drivers License; Insurance; Fail to maintain liability insurance; DUI; Misdemeanor; Registration Violation; No/Expired License Plate

PRATT COUNTY—One person died in an accident just after 4:30 p.m. Friday in Pratt County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2015 Honda motorcycle driven by Gino Oglie Zavatta, 67, Apache Junction, Arizona, was northbound on Kansas 61 sixteen miles northeast of Pratt.

The motorcycle crossed the center line to pass a vehicle.&nbsp; A southbound 2017 Freightliner semi driven by Samuel Ghebremeskel, 31, Las Vegas, struck the motorcycle.&nbsp;

Zavatta was pronounced dead at the scene.&nbsp;Ghebremeskel was not injured. Zavatta was wearing a helmet, according to the KHP.

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 </figure>PRATT COUNTY—One person died in an accident just after 4:30 p.m. Friday in Pratt County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2015 Honda motorcycle driven by Gino Oglie Zavatta, 67, Apache Junction, Arizona, was northbound on Kansas 61 sixteen miles northeast of Pratt.The motorcycle crossed the center line to pass a vehicle.&nbsp; A southbound 2017 Freightliner semi driven by Samuel Ghebremeskel, 31, Las Vegas, struck the motorcycle.&nbsp;Zavatta was pronounced dead at the scene.&nbsp;Ghebremeskel was not injured. Zavatta was wearing a helmet, according to the KHP.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile&nbsp;app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Man dies after motorcycle, semi crash in Pratt County

ELLSWORTH COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just before 6 p.m. Friday in Ellsworth County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2002 Freightliner semi driven by Robert R. Denton, 53, Lyons, was eastbound on Avenue V at 10th Road in Lorraine.

The driver failed to yield to southbound traffic and struck a 2020 Honda Pilot driven by Melissa J. Rolfs, 38, Lorraine.

EMS transported Rolfs to the hospital in Ellsworth. Denton was not injured. Two juveniles were present in the Honda. Juvenile records are protected data, according to the KHP.

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 </figure>ELLSWORTH COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just before 6 p.m. Friday in Ellsworth County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2002 Freightliner semi driven by Robert R. Denton, 53, Lyons, was eastbound on Avenue V at 10th Road in Lorraine.The driver failed to yield to southbound traffic and struck a 2020 Honda Pilot driven by Melissa J. Rolfs, 38, Lorraine.EMS transported Rolfs to the hospital in Ellsworth. Denton was not injured. Two juveniles were present in the Honda. Juvenile records are protected data, according to the KHP.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile&nbsp;app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Kansas woman hospitalized after semi, SUV crash

NEWTON, Kan. —&nbsp;The Newton Public Library in partnership with Newton Murals and Arts Project, will be offering a walking tour highlighting some of Newton's amazing murals on July 10 and July 13.&nbsp;

The tours will set out from Newton Public Library at 7 p.m. both days and follow the same route.&nbsp;

"We'll just meet at the library and then I think it will probably be about an hour depending on how long people want to stay at the murals and stuff," Sam Jack, Newton Public Library Adult Services Librarian, said. "But within an easy walking distance I think there are about eight community murals."&nbsp;

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 </figure>JUDD WEIL Hutch PostNEWTON, Kan. —&nbsp;The Newton Public Library in partnership with Newton Murals and Arts Project, will be offering a walking tour highlighting some of Newton's amazing murals on July 10 and July 13.&nbsp;The tours will set out from Newton Public Library at 7 p.m. both days and follow the same route.&nbsp;"We'll just meet at the library and then I think it will probably be about an hour depending on how long people want to stay at the murals and stuff," Sam Jack, Newton Public Library Adult Services Librarian, said. "But within an easy walking distance I think there are about eight community murals."&nbsp;The Newton Mural and Arts Project will be the tour guides for the walking groups. They will take the time to talk about each mural as people in the tour admire them.&nbsp;"It's just going to be fun to admire all the murals," Jack said. "A lot of them have come into being in the last decade or so thanks to community efforts."&nbsp;The Mural Walk ties into Newton Public Library's summer reading program.&nbsp;Past activities include a talking event with one of the artists of the mural on the walk, Dave Loewenstein. He is best known to Newton citizens as the artist behind "The Imagineers," the large mural located at 304 N. Main St. He is a prolific mural artist, and a co-author of "Kansas Murals: A Traveler's Guide."&nbsp;Other projects include one in the children's department where kids get to work with an artist to paint a temporary mural. That mural will hang in the Newton Public Library until their new building is ready to be moved into.&nbsp;The Newton Public Library's <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/12404692-8b61-442e-980b-d0e6741272b0">new building is currently under construction</a>.Murals are a large part of the theme for Newton Public Library's summer reading program.&nbsp;"It just goes with our theme, 'All Together Now,' which is all about unity and community," Jack said. "We thought murals would be a good focus for some activities this summer because of how the murals are community projects that kind of reflect community spirit."&nbsp;Registration is not necessary for the mural walk and there is not a maximum number cap on tour groups. Those wanting to experience the walk can just show up at the Newton Public Library.&nbsp;Newton Public Library is located at&nbsp;720 Oak St. in Newton, Kansas. For more questions call the library at (316)&nbsp;283-2890.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile&nbsp;app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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