HUTCHINSON, Kan. — School has been in session for about two months and some drivers on area social media pages have said they see others passing stopped school buses.

"Whenever the STOP sign goes out and the red lights are flashing, both directions of traffic have to come to a complete stop and not pass the school bus," said Hutchinson Police Capt. Bryce Burlie. "They are not to move again, the traffic is not to pass the school bus until the sign is closed and the red lights are off."

Know that if a law enforcement officer sees that, it could be quite expensive.

"It starts off with the first conviction, the fine's $315, second conviction, it's $750 and the third conviction in five years, it's $1000."

Buses stop on whichever side of the road they can safely. Students can go either direction when they get off the bus. Please stay stopped for the safety of all.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — School has been in session for about two months and some drivers on area social media pages have said they see others passing stopped school buses."Whenever the STOP sign goes out and the red lights are flashing, both directions of traffic have to come to a complete stop and not pass the school bus," said Hutchinson Police Capt. Bryce Burlie. "They are not to move again, the traffic is not to pass the school bus until the sign is closed and the red lights are off."Know that if a law enforcement officer sees that, it could be quite expensive."It starts off with the first conviction, the fine's $315, second conviction, it's $750 and the third conviction in five years, it's $1000."Buses stop on whichever side of the road they can safely. Students can go either direction when they get off the bus. Please stay stopped for the safety of all.

Remember: Don't pass a stopped school bus

MARION COUNTY — Marion Reservoir continues to be under a watch regarding blue-green algae problems.

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) issue public health advisories for Kansas lakes due to blue-green algae throughout the spring and summer.

A harmful algal bloom (HAB) may look like foam, scum or paint floating on the water and be colored blue, bright green, brown or red.

A Watch status means that blue-green algae have been detected and a harmful algal bloom is present or likely to develop. People are encouraged to avoid areas of algae accumulation and keep pets and livestock away from the water. 

During the watch status, KDHE recommends the following precautions be taken: 

Signage will be posted at all public access locations. 

Avoid areas of algae accumulation and do not let people/pets eat dried algae or drink contaminated water. 

Swimming, wading, skiing and jet skiing are discouraged near visible blooms. 

Boating and fishing are safe. However, inhalation of the spray may affect some individuals. Avoid direct contact with water, and wash with clean water after any contact. 

Clean fish well with potable water and eat fillet portion only. 

Blooms can develop rapidly; if the water appears suspicious or there is decaying algae on the shore, avoid contact and keep dogs away. These toxins can be absorbed by ingestion, inhalation of aerosols and even skin contact. 

Symptoms vary depending upon the type of exposure (e.g. direct contact, ingestion, inhalation) but can include rash, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, sore throat, and headache. If you, or your dog, come into contact with algae rinse the area with clean, fresh water. 

Suspected HAB-related health incidents, whether human or animal, regardless of season, should be reported to KDHE.

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 </figure>MARION COUNTY — Marion Reservoir continues to be under a watch regarding blue-green algae problems.The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) issue public health advisories for Kansas lakes due to blue-green algae throughout the spring and summer.A harmful algal bloom (HAB) may look like foam, scum or paint floating on the water and be colored blue, bright green, brown or red.A Watch status means that blue-green algae have been detected and a harmful algal bloom is present or likely to develop. People are encouraged to avoid areas of algae accumulation and keep pets and livestock away from the water. During the watch status, KDHE recommends the following precautions be taken: Signage will be posted at all public access locations. Water may be unsafe for humans/animals. Avoid areas of algae accumulation and do not let people/pets eat dried algae or drink contaminated water. Swimming, wading, skiing and jet skiing are discouraged near visible blooms. Boating and fishing are safe. However, inhalation of the spray may affect some individuals. Avoid direct contact with water, and wash with clean water after any contact. Clean fish well with potable water and eat fillet portion only. Blooms can develop rapidly; if the water appears suspicious or there is decaying algae on the shore, avoid contact and keep dogs away. These toxins can be absorbed by ingestion, inhalation of aerosols and even skin contact. Symptoms vary depending upon the type of exposure (e.g. direct contact, ingestion, inhalation) but can include rash, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, sore throat, and headache. If you, or your dog, come into contact with algae rinse the area with clean, fresh water. Suspected HAB-related health incidents, whether human or animal, regardless of season, should be reported to KDHE.

Marion Reservoir still under blue-green algae watch

On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times host Gary Shorman speaks with&nbsp;Hurricane Ian Red Cross volunteer Pete Peterson.

On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times host Gary Shorman speaks with&nbsp;Hurricane Ian Red Cross volunteer Pete Peterson.<div><iframe title="Forward Ever: Hurricane Ian Red Cross volunteer Pete Peterson" allowtransparency="true" height="450" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=btzdr-12eab70-pb&from=pb6admin&square=1&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=3267a3&font-color=auto&logo_link=podcast_page&btn-skin=3267a3&size=450" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>

🎤Forward Ever: Hurricane Ian Red Cross volunteer Pete Peterson

Release from MidAmerica Nazarene University

Dr. Eric Clarkson ('01)&nbsp;is the owner and family physician at the Pratt Family Practice in Pratt, KS. He also serves as the medical director for the local emergency services and the free health clinic in town. He practices a full range of family medicine services, including surgical obstetrics, hospital, nursing home, and clinical medicine.&nbsp;

While at MNU, Eric met his wife,&nbsp;Dr. Amy (Morsch ’99) Clarkson, who was the recipient of the Alumna of the Year Award in 2016. The couple now has three children and are active in their community and their church, Abundant Harvest Church of the Nazarene, where Eric serves on the board, acts as youth director, and has taught Sunday school for six years.

“MidAmerica provided the backdrop and was the catalyst for nearly every good thing in my life,” says Eric. “It provided me critical leadership experiences through being a part of the residential life team as an RA my sophomore and junior years. It is where I met my best life-long friends. These friends, and now their families, continue to provide joy and encouragement 25 years later. While at MidAmerica I was given the opportunity to be a member of a student ministry team in Papua New Guinea with Youth in Mission. While there I met Dr. Bill McCoy and decided I wanted to be a physician. Most importantly, MNU is where I first rollerbladed past Amy Morsch and thought, "I need to get to know that girl!". Two years later, I finally asked her out!”

Clarkson was introduced Friday at Homecoming Chapel and will also be a part of the Homecoming Celebration Breakfast, Homecoming Football Game, and the Alumni Showcase on Saturday, where he will be presented with his award.

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 </figure>Release from MidAmerica Nazarene UniversityDr. Eric Clarkson ('01)&nbsp;is the owner and family physician at the Pratt Family Practice in Pratt, KS. He also serves as the medical director for the local emergency services and the free health clinic in town. He practices a full range of family medicine services, including surgical obstetrics, hospital, nursing home, and clinical medicine.&nbsp;While at MNU, Eric met his wife,&nbsp;Dr. Amy (Morsch ’99) Clarkson, who was the recipient of the Alumna of the Year Award in 2016. The couple now has three children and are active in their community and their church, Abundant Harvest Church of the Nazarene, where Eric serves on the board, acts as youth director, and has taught Sunday school for six years.“MidAmerica provided the backdrop and was the catalyst for nearly every good thing in my life,” says Eric. “It provided me critical leadership experiences through being a part of the residential life team as an RA my sophomore and junior years. It is where I met my best life-long friends. These friends, and now their families, continue to provide joy and encouragement 25 years later. While at MidAmerica I was given the opportunity to be a member of a student ministry team in Papua New Guinea with Youth in Mission. While there I met Dr. Bill McCoy and decided I wanted to be a physician. Most importantly, MNU is where I first rollerbladed past Amy Morsch and thought, "I need to get to know that girl!". Two years later, I finally asked her out!”Clarkson was introduced Friday at Homecoming Chapel and will also be a part of the Homecoming Celebration Breakfast, Homecoming Football Game, and the Alumni Showcase on Saturday, where he will be presented with his award.

Pratt physician named Alumni of the Year at alma mater

TOPEKA — The Kansas Supreme Court upheld the sentence in a Kingman County killing in a decision handed down Friday.

The Kingman County District Court denied a motion by William D. Albright to modify his sentence of life with no possibility of parole for 40 years, a hard-40 sentence, which the district court had imposed for a premeditated first-degree murder that Albright committed in 1999. 

Writing for a unanimous court, Justice K.J. Wall affirmed the district court's denial of the motion under the court's recent precedent holding that K.S.A. 21‑6628(c) does not provide a statutory vehicle for a sentence modification based on a defendant's claim that a hard-40 sentence violates the Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court in Alleyne v. United States, 570 U.S. 99 (2013).

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 </figure>TOPEKA — The Kansas Supreme Court upheld the sentence in a Kingman County killing in a decision handed down Friday.The Kingman County District Court denied a motion by William D. Albright to modify his sentence of life with no possibility of parole for 40 years, a hard-40 sentence, which the district court had imposed for a premeditated first-degree murder that Albright committed in 1999. Writing for a unanimous court, Justice K.J. Wall affirmed the district court's denial of the motion under the court's recent precedent holding that K.S.A. 21‑6628(c) does not provide a statutory vehicle for a sentence modification based on a defendant's claim that a hard-40 sentence violates the Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court in Alleyne v. United States, 570 U.S. 99 (2013).

Hard 40 sentence upheld in Kingman County murder

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — October 15 is National Move Over Day and AAA Kansas is reminding drivers that it's important to keep workers and anyone else on the side of the road safe.

"We are using this as a reminder, not only that day, but every day, to always look for, especially, emergency responders, law enforcement, towing operators, construction crews, even people dealing with a broken down vehicle on the side of the road."

With 1,245 work zone crashes across Kansas in 2021, that was an average of 3.4 crashes every day of the year. While 963 of those crashes were property damage only, six people were killed and 387 were injured, and most of those people were motorists.

"Move over a lane if you can," Steward said. "Slow down, as well, to protect those people.&nbsp; Those roadside workers, they are set up in their office, if you will, sometimes operating just a few feet away from speeding traffic. We want to make sure that they get home safely to their families."

Between 2013 and 2020, work zone fatalities increased 45%.

"We have, within the AAA family, have lost a number of employees, tow truck operators and contractors, just in the last year and a half or two. It happens very regularly. It happens with law enforcement officers being struck on the side of the road. It's just an important reminder to always move over and give those folks a safe place to work."

Move Over laws exist in all 50 states. AAA and other traffic safety advocates have been instrumental in the passage of laws to better protect tow truck drivers, road construction workers and other first responders. The hope is to extend that to motorists with mechanical breakdowns in future years.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — October 15 is National Move Over Day and AAA Kansas is reminding drivers that it's important to keep workers and anyone else on the side of the road safe."We are using this as a reminder, not only that day, but every day, to always look for, especially, emergency responders, law enforcement, towing operators, construction crews, even people dealing with a broken down vehicle on the side of the road."With 1,245 work zone crashes across Kansas in 2021, that was an average of 3.4 crashes every day of the year. While 963 of those crashes were property damage only, six people were killed and 387 were injured, and most of those people were motorists."Move over a lane if you can," Steward said. "Slow down, as well, to protect those people.&nbsp; Those roadside workers, they are set up in their office, if you will, sometimes operating just a few feet away from speeding traffic. We want to make sure that they get home safely to their families."Between 2013 and 2020, work zone fatalities increased 45%."We have, within the AAA family, have lost a number of employees, tow truck operators and contractors, just in the last year and a half or two. It happens very regularly. It happens with law enforcement officers being struck on the side of the road. It's just an important reminder to always move over and give those folks a safe place to work."Move Over laws exist in all 50 states. AAA and other traffic safety advocates have been instrumental in the passage of laws to better protect tow truck drivers, road construction workers and other first responders. The hope is to extend that to motorists with mechanical breakdowns in future years.

AAA Kansas: Saturday is National Move Over Day

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Tallgrass Film Association is holding a cave themed film day at Strataca on October 22. Tickets are $20 for one film or $30 for both. 

Either ticket type includes access to the Strataca exhibits 650 feet underneath the surface.

<a href="https://tfamember.eventive.org/films/62701a8c4334270037d5fa53">Journey To the Center of the Earth</a>&nbsp; is playing at 11 a.m. (or after everyone gets down the elevator)

On a quest to find out what happened to his missing brother, a scientist, his nephew and their mountain guide discover a fantastic and dangerous lost world in the center of the earth.

<a href="https://tfamember.eventive.org/films/62701aad56c5890030da62d6">The Descent</a>&nbsp;plays at 2 p.m.

After a tragic accident, six friends reunite for a caving expedition. Their adventure soon goes horribly wrong when a collapse traps them deep underground and they find themselves pursued by bloodthirsty creatures. As their friendships deteriorate, they find themselves in a desperate struggle to survive the creatures and each other.

Get tickets <a href="https://tallgrassfilm.org/programs/cavegrass/">here</a> for the event.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Tallgrass Film Association is holding a cave themed film day at Strataca on October 22. Tickets are $20 for one film or $30 for both. Either ticket type includes access to the Strataca exhibits 650 feet underneath the surface.<a href="https://tfamember.eventive.org/films/62701a8c4334270037d5fa53">Journey To the Center of the Earth</a>&nbsp; is playing at 11 a.m. (or after everyone gets down the elevator) On a quest to find out what happened to his missing brother, a scientist, his nephew and their mountain guide discover a fantastic and dangerous lost world in the center of the earth.<a href="https://tfamember.eventive.org/films/62701aad56c5890030da62d6">The Descent</a>&nbsp;plays at 2 p.m. After a tragic accident, six friends reunite for a caving expedition. Their adventure soon goes horribly wrong when a collapse traps them deep underground and they find themselves pursued by bloodthirsty creatures. As their friendships deteriorate, they find themselves in a desperate struggle to survive the creatures and each other.Get tickets <a href="https://tallgrassfilm.org/programs/cavegrass/">here</a> for the event.

CaveGrass film day at Strataca Oct. 22

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson City Council will have a meeting next month to narrow down candidates for the full-time city manager's position.

The&nbsp;meeting with the city's consultant Art Davis will happen on November 1, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. to review the applications that have been received for the new City Manager. 

The council will have an opportunity then to review the applications and select those for further consideration. The goal is to have someone in place by the end of the year.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson City Council will have a meeting next month to narrow down candidates for the full-time city manager's position.The&nbsp;meeting with the city's consultant Art Davis will happen on November 1, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. to review the applications that have been received for the new City Manager. The council will have an opportunity then to review the applications and select those for further consideration. The goal is to have someone in place by the end of the year.

Hutch City Council will look at city manager applications Nov. 1

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — After being away for three years due to the pandemic, the Ulster Project will return to Hutchinson in July of 2023. The event for parents and teens interested in hosting is this weekend.

"We have an event coming up on Sunday," said Keith Neill with the project. "That's October 16th at First Presbyterian Church at 210 East Sherman at 6 p.m. If all the families and the students who are freshmen, sophomores and juniors want to come to the information night. They can pick up application forms, they can hear a bit about the project if they don't know much about it and get the process going."

The project brings Catholic and Protestant youth from both Hutchinson and Portadown, Northern Ireland together to find common ground and build fellowship. The students usually come to Hutchinson at the very end of June and stay for about a month.

"It's a church based project and we're really looking for families and young people who are active in their churches," Neill said. "We go through an interview process and we hopefully pick people who are really going to get something from this."

The Ulster Project was started in 1975 by Rev. Kerry Waterstone, a priest in Northern Ireland, in order to provide a safe place in North America for Northern Irish teenagers to discuss the climate of  “The Troubles” that was facing them at home. Neill was among that first group of teens to come to Connecticut.

"You know what it's like when you live somewhere and everybody thinks it's boring?" Neill said. "All these kids arrive from another country and think it's the most wonderful place in the world. It just sheds a different light on things. It's all about them being together. They are together 24-7 and it's just an awesome experience."

Applications are currently available and must be in by Nov. 3 with interviews happening shortly after.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — After being away for three years due to the pandemic, the Ulster Project will return to Hutchinson in July of 2023. The event for parents and teens interested in hosting is this weekend."We have an event coming up on Sunday," said Keith Neill with the project. "That's October 16th at First Presbyterian Church at 210 East Sherman at 6 p.m. If all the families and the students who are freshmen, sophomores and juniors want to come to the information night. They can pick up application forms, they can hear a bit about the project if they don't know much about it and get the process going."The project brings Catholic and Protestant youth from both Hutchinson and Portadown, Northern Ireland together to find common ground and build fellowship. The students usually come to Hutchinson at the very end of June and stay for about a month."It's a church based project and we're really looking for families and young people who are active in their churches," Neill said. "We go through an interview process and we hopefully pick people who are really going to get something from this."The Ulster Project was started in 1975 by Rev. Kerry Waterstone, a priest in Northern Ireland, in order to provide a safe place in North America for Northern Irish teenagers to discuss the climate of “The Troubles” that was facing them at home. Neill was among that first group of teens to come to Connecticut."You know what it's like when you live somewhere and everybody thinks it's boring?" Neill said. "All these kids arrive from another country and think it's the most wonderful place in the world. It just sheds a different light on things. It's all about them being together. They are together 24-7 and it's just an awesome experience."Applications are currently available and must be in by Nov. 3 with interviews happening shortly after.

Ulster Project information night is Sunday

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County Deputy Elections Clerk Jenna Fager reminds voters they have just a few days to register.

"The last day to register to vote is going to be October 18th, next Tuesday," Fager said. "You can register to vote here at the Reno County clerk's office, you can go on <a href="https://www.renogov.org/138/Elections">our website</a> and there's a <a href="https://www.ksvotes.org/">link to click there and register</a>. You can also go to the DMV, or you can go to the library."

Action for the election really gets fast once the poll books close.

"Once the registrations are done, we'll actually start advance voting on the 20th," Fager said. "That will be in person. We'll begin sending our mail ballots out on the 19th. That always goes out 20 days prior to the election. Our advance voting will be open at the Reno County Annex, here in the conference room, just like it always is. Those hours will be eight to five and then on Wednesdays, we'll be open until 7 p.m. We'll also have a Saturday voting. That's going to take place on November 5 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m."

You do not have to declare a party affiliation to vote in November.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County Deputy Elections Clerk Jenna Fager reminds voters they have just a few days to register."The last day to register to vote is going to be October 18th, next Tuesday," Fager said. "You can register to vote here at the Reno County clerk's office, you can go on <a href="https://www.renogov.org/138/Elections">our website</a> and there's a <a href="https://www.ksvotes.org/">link to click there and register</a>. You can also go to the DMV, or you can go to the library."Action for the election really gets fast once the poll books close."Once the registrations are done, we'll actually start advance voting on the 20th," Fager said. "That will be in person. We'll begin sending our mail ballots out on the 19th. That always goes out 20 days prior to the election. Our advance voting will be open at the Reno County Annex, here in the conference room, just like it always is. Those hours will be eight to five and then on Wednesdays, we'll be open until 7 p.m. We'll also have a Saturday voting. That's going to take place on November 5 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m."You do not have to declare a party affiliation to vote in November.

Voter registration deadline for November election is Tuesday

The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a Red Flag Warning for extreme grassland fire danger, which is in effect from noon to 7 p.m. Friday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect.

Extreme Grassland Fire Danger is forecast. West winds will be sustained from 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.

Relative Humidity will drop as low as 15 percent.

Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly and become very difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not  recommended.

A red flag warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.

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 </figure>The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a Red Flag Warning for extreme grassland fire danger, which is in effect from noon to 7 p.m. Friday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect.Extreme Grassland Fire Danger is forecast. West winds will be sustained from 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.Relative Humidity will drop as low as 15 percent.Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly and become very difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not recommended.A red flag warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.

Red Flag Warning in effect for Friday afternoon

YODER, Kan. — Yoder Charter School Principal Shannon Atherton told Hutch Post that their students have been busy this first quarter working on their PBL projects – biome bubbles. 

Each classroom chose and created a different biome. You can go and see the different biomes, plants, and animals that you would find living there. 

An open house will be held on Tuesday, October 18, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. for the community to come visit and look through the biomes. 

They will also be available to see on conference night.

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 </figure>YODER, Kan. — Yoder Charter School Principal Shannon Atherton told Hutch Post that their students have been busy this first quarter working on their PBL projects – biome bubbles. Each classroom chose and created a different biome. You can go and see the different biomes, plants, and animals that you would find living there. An open house will be held on Tuesday, October 18, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. for the community to come visit and look through the biomes. They will also be available to see on conference night.

Biome bubbles available to see at Yoder Charter next week

MCPHERSON, Kan. — A McPherson nursery is missing one of its trucks. 

According to McPherson County Crime Stoppers, on Tuesday, October 11, 2022, at approximately 1:09 p.m., the McPherson Police Department were dispatched to the 600 block of West Northview Road in reference to a stolen pickup truck with a dump bed. 

Officers contacted the victim in the case and the truck was last seen on the property on Saturday, October 8, 2022, at approximately 6:00 p.m. The victim stated on Sunday, October 9, 2022, at approximately 8:00 a.m. the truck was not in the parking lot. 

The vehicle was described as a white single cab 2001 Dodge Ram 3500 dually with a white dump bed, bearing Kansas tag 436 KXY, with straight pipe exhaust. On the side of the truck has lettering stating, “Smokey Valley Nursery”, along with USDOT # 01012709.

If you have any information on the missing truck, please contact the McPherson County Crime Stoppers via phone at (620) 241-1122.

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 </figure>MCPHERSON, Kan. — A McPherson nursery is missing one of its trucks. According to McPherson County Crime Stoppers, on Tuesday, October 11, 2022, at approximately 1:09 p.m., the McPherson Police Department were dispatched to the 600 block of West Northview Road in reference to a stolen pickup truck with a dump bed. Officers contacted the victim in the case and the truck was last seen on the property on Saturday, October 8, 2022, at approximately 6:00 p.m. The victim stated on Sunday, October 9, 2022, at approximately 8:00 a.m. the truck was not in the parking lot. The vehicle was described as a white single cab 2001 Dodge Ram 3500 dually with a white dump bed, bearing Kansas tag 436 KXY, with straight pipe exhaust. On the side of the truck has lettering stating, “Smokey Valley Nursery”, along with USDOT # 01012709.If you have any information on the missing truck, please contact the McPherson County Crime Stoppers via phone at (620) 241-1122.

McPherson Police, Crime Stoppers looking for truck

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Dr. Randy Smith with Apple Lane Animal Hospital notes that correct nutrition for your pet can be a lifesaver.

"If you're looking at what's the best quality of nutrition, you should talk to your veterinarian," Smith said. "The main thing to remember, I tell people all the time is, pets need nutrients, they do not need ingredients. What that means is, don't buy the shiny object. Don't buy what's popular on the internet or what you heard on the TikTok videos. Go to your veterinarian."

There is a specific heart condition that eating the wrong type of food can allow to happen.

"In 2019, the FDA was starting to research pet foods, specifically grain-free pet foods," Smith said. "They were starting to see an uptick in animals, specifically dogs that were having a condition causing an enlarged heart, which is called canine dilated cardiomyopathy. It is a non-reversible condition, for the most part and usually, it means an early end of life. They were finding it was associated with these grain-free foods. Most of them had like sweet potatoes, peas, lentils. They were starting to research that, showing proof that it was happening. It's kind of gotten lost. I think they did update it a couple years ago, but they're still finding it to be a problem. Unfortunately, we do see it around here."

Dilated cardiomyopathy is recognized as a genetic condition in dogs, typically in large or giant breeds, such as the Doberman Pinscher, Great Dane, or the Irish Wolfhound. It is also seen in Cocker Spaniels associated with taurine deficiency. This is why it's important to ask your vet what your pet needs and those needs will change.

"There are some animals that do need grain-free diets, but not all of them," Smith said. "That's the point, just because it's the bright, shiny object. We've got to remember that everything in that bag of pet food, the color, the shape, the size, what's on the bag, even the smell when you open the bag is geared toward the consumer. As far as I know, I haven't seen a dog or a cat yet drive to Dillons and pick up a bag of food out of the pet food aisle. That's their target. On the other hand, the other thing I'll tell people is that the food we recommend at the veterinary office. We don't get a kickback on it. People think we get rebates and stuff. We don't. We pay the same price as the local big box store, but we recommend products and sell products that we know are consistent in their quality and good nutrition for your pet."

Put more simply, don't decide on a pet food in the pet store without talking to your veterinarian first. It is that important.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Dr. Randy Smith with Apple Lane Animal Hospital notes that correct nutrition for your pet can be a lifesaver."If you're looking at what's the best quality of nutrition, you should talk to your veterinarian," Smith said. "The main thing to remember, I tell people all the time is, pets need nutrients, they do not need ingredients. What that means is, don't buy the shiny object. Don't buy what's popular on the internet or what you heard on the TikTok videos. Go to your veterinarian."There is a specific heart condition that eating the wrong type of food can allow to happen."In 2019, the FDA was starting to research pet foods, specifically grain-free pet foods," Smith said. "They were starting to see an uptick in animals, specifically dogs that were having a condition causing an enlarged heart, which is called canine dilated cardiomyopathy. It is a non-reversible condition, for the most part and usually, it means an early end of life. They were finding it was associated with these grain-free foods. Most of them had like sweet potatoes, peas, lentils. They were starting to research that, showing proof that it was happening. It's kind of gotten lost. I think they did update it a couple years ago, but they're still finding it to be a problem. Unfortunately, we do see it around here."Dilated cardiomyopathy is recognized as a genetic condition in dogs, typically in large or giant breeds, such as the Doberman Pinscher, Great Dane, or the Irish Wolfhound. It is also seen in Cocker Spaniels associated with taurine deficiency. This is why it's important to ask your vet what your pet needs and those needs will change."There are some animals that do need grain-free diets, but not all of them," Smith said. "That's the point, just because it's the bright, shiny object. We've got to remember that everything in that bag of pet food, the color, the shape, the size, what's on the bag, even the smell when you open the bag is geared toward the consumer. As far as I know, I haven't seen a dog or a cat yet drive to Dillons and pick up a bag of food out of the pet food aisle. That's their target. On the other hand, the other thing I'll tell people is that the food we recommend at the veterinary office. We don't get a kickback on it. People think we get rebates and stuff. We don't. We pay the same price as the local big box store, but we recommend products and sell products that we know are consistent in their quality and good nutrition for your pet."Put more simply, don't decide on a pet food in the pet store without talking to your veterinarian first. It is that important.

Veterinarian: Pet nutrition key to long-term health

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Mary Magdalene House is holding their Saturday morning coffee for moms who have kids with disabilities this weekend from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

This is a time to connect with other moms traveling this journey. There will be a bible study and a chance to talk about struggles and successes. It is important to know you are not alone. They will celebrate the victories and support you during the times of trial. 

Sign up is at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/www.marymagdalenehouse.com/events?__cft__[0]=AZUnKTHkscF-y2LTVArxVl2nwXBWOu_AVTSzAo5fgdUlJr6nYDQxKjWmfkVO3eoAr_y7BdHk3bPV4ralyJkZ9zNLr6qUJiW7rXxjkJgW6eDi4nDyIcRJMeqBfrcGUKG7rGb7CLp2z7wzKxZNgUdjwqsDGoVWgI_KB3SCCKqZlUZr_k_oU_M4rDSRqOtreDHAQAk&amp;__tn__=-UK-R">www.marymagdalenehouse.com/events</a>.

It is not too late to sign up for this weekend.&nbsp; Mary Magdalene House is at 7201 East 4th, east of Hutchinson.

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Mary Magdalene House is holding their Saturday morning coffee for moms who have kids with disabilities this weekend from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.This is a time to connect with other moms traveling this journey. There will be a bible study and a chance to talk about struggles and successes. It is important to know you are not alone. They will celebrate the victories and support you during the times of trial. Sign up is at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/www.marymagdalenehouse.com/events?__cft__[0]=AZUnKTHkscF-y2LTVArxVl2nwXBWOu_AVTSzAo5fgdUlJr6nYDQxKjWmfkVO3eoAr_y7BdHk3bPV4ralyJkZ9zNLr6qUJiW7rXxjkJgW6eDi4nDyIcRJMeqBfrcGUKG7rGb7CLp2z7wzKxZNgUdjwqsDGoVWgI_KB3SCCKqZlUZr_k_oU_M4rDSRqOtreDHAQAk&amp;__tn__=-UK-R">www.marymagdalenehouse.com/events</a>.It is not too late to sign up for this weekend.&nbsp; Mary Magdalene House is at 7201 East 4th, east of Hutchinson.

Coffee for moms of kids with disabilities coming up Saturday

To make a donation in support of the effort text "IAN" to 90999 or click&nbsp;<a href="https://www.redcross.org/donate/cm/eagleradioschmidt-pub.html/">HERE</a>&nbsp;or the image above to donate online.

The Robert E. And Patricia Schmidt Foundation recently donated $25,000 to the American Red Cross to help support recovery efforts following Hurricane Ian.

The Red Cross has dispatched multiple vehicles, which will most likely be deployed for weeks, and the foundation's gift will help support the volunteers manning the vehicles and help restock supplies.

"Our hearts go out to those effected by this devastating storm," said Schmidt Foundation Chairman Gary Shorman, "and we offer our sincere thanks to the Red Cross for offering much-needed assistance during this recovery.

"The mission of the Red Cross is an admirable one, and we'd urge our communities to do what they can to help by donating."

To make a donation in support of the effort text "IAN" to 90999 or click <a href="https://www.redcross.org/donate/cm/eagleradioschmidt-pub.html/">HERE</a> to donate online.

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</a></div>To make a donation in support of the effort text "IAN" to 90999 or click&nbsp;<a href="https://www.redcross.org/donate/cm/eagleradioschmidt-pub.html/">HERE</a>&nbsp;or the image above to donate online.The Robert E. And Patricia Schmidt Foundation recently donated $25,000 to the American Red Cross to help support recovery efforts following Hurricane Ian.The Red Cross has dispatched multiple vehicles, which will most likely be deployed for weeks, and the foundation's gift will help support the volunteers manning the vehicles and help restock supplies."Our hearts go out to those effected by this devastating storm," said Schmidt Foundation Chairman Gary Shorman, "and we offer our sincere thanks to the Red Cross for offering much-needed assistance during this recovery."The mission of the Red Cross is an admirable one, and we'd urge our communities to do what they can to help by donating."To make a donation in support of the effort text "IAN" to 90999 or click <a href="https://www.redcross.org/donate/cm/eagleradioschmidt-pub.html/">HERE</a> to donate online.<figure>
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Schmidt Foundation gift will aid Ian recovery efforts

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;Kansas First District Congressman Tracey Mann wrote the agency that regulates truck drivers and asked them to look at some new rules they recently put into place.

"This week, I led a letter, 34 other members of Congress signed on to it, it's basically to the administrator of FMCSA, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. It's regarding these new ELDT regulations. This agency implemented these regulations earlier this year. They require new drivers can only take a CDL exam once they've been trained by a specially certified entry level training provider."

The issue with that is particularly across the Big First, that can delay the ability to train and hire those drivers and cause additional cost for trucking companies.

"Of course, we all want safe drivers, but the requirement has forced many small businesses to utilize third party providers," Mann said. "That's costing thousands of dollars, taking weeks to complete, and is yet another problem in helping people employ drivers and yet another issue to be added to the supply chain."

Supply chain issues are just one of the larger problems that continue to drive inflation up to 40-year-highs.

"The cost of everything is up," Mann said. "Even when I see numbers that are printed, I think those are low. When I talk to Kansans about what they are actually paying, so far as percent increases. Tell our ag producers that are paying 200, 300, 400% increase in the price of fertilizer. The cost of everything is going up."

Before the ELDT regulations took effect, states implemented the requirements to obtain a CDL. These are new federal regulations.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;Kansas First District Congressman Tracey Mann wrote the agency that regulates truck drivers and asked them to look at some new rules they recently put into place."This week, I led a letter, 34 other members of Congress signed on to it, it's basically to the administrator of FMCSA, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. It's regarding these new ELDT regulations. This agency implemented these regulations earlier this year. They require new drivers can only take a CDL exam once they've been trained by a specially certified entry level training provider."The issue with that is particularly across the Big First, that can delay the ability to train and hire those drivers and cause additional cost for trucking companies."Of course, we all want safe drivers, but the requirement has forced many small businesses to utilize third party providers," Mann said. "That's costing thousands of dollars, taking weeks to complete, and is yet another problem in helping people employ drivers and yet another issue to be added to the supply chain."Supply chain issues are just one of the larger problems that continue to drive inflation up to 40-year-highs."The cost of everything is up," Mann said. "Even when I see numbers that are printed, I think those are low. When I talk to Kansans about what they are actually paying, so far as percent increases. Tell our ag producers that are paying 200, 300, 400% increase in the price of fertilizer. The cost of everything is going up."Before the ELDT regulations took effect, states implemented the requirements to obtain a CDL. These are new federal regulations.

Rep. Mann sends letter regarding federal trucking regulations

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Operation: Blackbird, a celebration focusing on the Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird is this weekend. The planes flew three times the speed of sound at the edge of space. Flown from 1964-1990, they were used for reconnaissance and for engineering and flight tests. In 1995, Hutchinson residents watched as an entire addition to the Cosmosphere was constructed around a flown SR-71.

"There are going to be sixteen honored guests who were the pilots, reconnaissance officers, so they always flew as a team, the pilot and then the RSO, who was part navigator, mostly photographer and then, their maintenance crews and a historian from Skunk Works," said Mimi Meredith with Cosmosphere. "He is now at Virgin Galactic. It's just an amazing lineup."

Festivities begin with a meet and greet in Cosmosphere’s Grand Lobby under the SR-71 on Friday, October 14 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. then there is a full slate of Saturday events.

"It all begins Saturday morning at 10 a.m. in our lobby," Meridith said. "Also, in the Fee Family classrooms. In the Fee Family classroom, there will be a panel discussion with a pilot and an RSO officer, some maintenance crew members and that will all be moderated. Steve Justice will also be a part of that panel. He's the Skunk Works historian."

The name "Skunk Works" and the skunk design are now registered trademarks of the Lockheed Martin Corporation, who were the innovators of the next generation of aircraft for decades, including the SR-71 Blackbird. The crew members will also be giving back to the next generation while they are in town.

"We do have another private event that I'm really excited about," Meridith said. "This is for area college students. We'll be having folks come from WSU Tech and students from KU school of engineering, our own Hutchinson Community College and possibly K-State Salina on Friday evening to have dinner under the Blackbird with this team."

Below is the Saturday schedule of public events.

Jerry Glasser, SR-71 Pilot and Panel Moderator

Rub shoulders with some of the greats of the SR-71 world underneath the Cosmosphere’s SR-71.

Location: Off the Cosmosphere’s Grand Lobby, by the SR-71 exhibit

With Richard Graham, SR-71 Instructor Pilot, Squadron Commander, Wing Commander &amp; Author

The Complete Book of the SR-71 Blackbird is available for purchase here.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Operation: Blackbird, a celebration focusing on the Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird is this weekend. The planes flew three times the speed of sound at the edge of space. Flown from 1964-1990, they were used for reconnaissance and for engineering and flight tests. In 1995, Hutchinson residents watched as an entire addition to the Cosmosphere was constructed around a flown SR-71."There are going to be sixteen honored guests who were the pilots, reconnaissance officers, so they always flew as a team, the pilot and then the RSO, who was part navigator, mostly photographer and then, their maintenance crews and a historian from Skunk Works," said Mimi Meredith with Cosmosphere. "He is now at Virgin Galactic. It's just an amazing lineup."Festivities begin with a meet and greet in Cosmosphere’s Grand Lobby under the SR-71 on Friday, October 14 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. then there is a full slate of Saturday events."It all begins Saturday morning at 10 a.m. in our lobby," Meridith said. "Also, in the Fee Family classrooms. In the Fee Family classroom, there will be a panel discussion with a pilot and an RSO officer, some maintenance crew members and that will all be moderated. Steve Justice will also be a part of that panel. He's the Skunk Works historian."The name "Skunk Works" and the skunk design are now registered trademarks of the Lockheed Martin Corporation, who were the innovators of the next generation of aircraft for decades, including the SR-71 Blackbird. The crew members will also be giving back to the next generation while they are in town."We do have another private event that I'm really excited about," Meridith said. "This is for area college students. We'll be having folks come from WSU Tech and students from KU school of engineering, our own Hutchinson Community College and possibly K-State Salina on Friday evening to have dinner under the Blackbird with this team."Below is the Saturday schedule of public events.Saturday, October 1510:00-11:30 a.m.SR-71 Panel DiscussionLocation: Fee Family ClassroomJerry Glasser, SR-71 Pilot and Panel ModeratorJohn Manzi, SR-71 RSORobby Butterfield, SR-71 MaintenanceDave Burns, SR-71 Maintenance10:00-11:30 a.m.Rub shoulders with some of the greats of the SR-71 world underneath the Cosmosphere’s SR-71.SR-71 Meet &amp; GreetLocation: Grand Lobby under the SR-7110:00-11:30 a.m.Book SigningLocation: Off the Cosmosphere’s Grand Lobby, by the SR-71 exhibitWith Richard Graham, SR-71 Instructor Pilot, Squadron Commander, Wing Commander &amp; AuthorThe Complete Book of the SR-71 Blackbird is available for purchase here.1:00-3:00 p.m.SR-71 Breakout Groups1. OperationsModerated by Ed YeildingLocation: Lower Level of Museum Rotunda2. Maintenance/EngineModerated by Robby ButterfieldLocation: Upper Level of Museum Rotunda3. TrainingModerator TBDLocation: Observation Deck4. Technology DevelopmentModerated by Steve JusticeLocation: Upper Level of Museum Rotunda

Operation: Blackbird this weekend at Cosmosphere

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The annual Reno County Tax Sale will be held next Tuesday, October 18th at 9:00 a.m. in Memorial Hall located at 101 South Walnut in Hutchinson. 

 Properties will be auctioned off at the tax sale and all bidders must register in person the day of the sale.  If you would like to bid on properties bring photo ID with you to the sale. 

 All properties must be paid by cash or check the day of the sale.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The list of properties will be updated at&nbsp;<a href="https://reib.org/2022/09/21/reno-co-tax-sale-40-case-2022-cv-000099/">https://reib.org/2022/09/21/reno-co-tax-sale-40-case-2022-cv-000099/</a>&nbsp;up until the day of the sale.

Sale Date: Thursday, October 18th, 2022 - 9:00 a.m.

Location: Memorial Hall, 101 South Walnut, Hutchinson, KS

1. All bidders must register and obtain a number to be used during the auction. Only individual persons or other legal entities will be allowed to register to bid. Anyone wishing to register a partnership or corporation must have the exact name of the entity, have the authority to purchase property in its name and be prepared to identify the partners, officers, directors, and stockholders. (See #3 below)

2. Property will not be sold to a person who is not present and has not registered as a bidder.

3. You cannot bid on any parcel if you were the owner at any time when any part of the tax lien became due. Basically, if you have had some ownership connection with a sale property when the taxes became due, do not bid before checking your eligibility to buy. If you have any questions regarding your eligibility to bid or the terms of sale, please ask any representative of Reno County or the auctioneers prior to commencement of the bidding process.

4. If within ten (10) years any parcel of real estate purchased at this auction is transferred, sold or given to a person who had the right of redemption prior to sale, the person transferring the property may be liable for an amount equal to the original judgment lien against the property.

5. Terms of the sale: CASH. Only first party personal checks signed by the registered bidder on Kansas banks will be accepted, unless otherwise approved by the County Counselor. Checks pre-signed by a party not present at the sale will not be accepted. All checks will be deposited immediately by the Sheriff following the sale. ALL SALES ARE FINAL subject to approval of the Court and any right of redemption allowed the IRS where applicable (See Paragraph 10 below).

6. As a result of this Sheriff's Sale, all 2021 and prior year's taxes will be discharged. The purchaser will be responsible for payment of all taxes and specials for 2022 and subsequent years. With respect to properties located in any city, there may be mowing, or other charges added to the 2022 taxes for work done from July 1, 2021 to June 1, 2022. Mowing charges incurred after July 1, 2022, may appear on the 2023 tax statement.

7. The Sheriff is selling real estate only. He has no authority to sell personal property left on the premises, including mobile homes. If there is personal property left on the premises, you may wish to seek the advice of an attorney regarding your rights and responsibilities. The County Counselor will not provide you with legal advice.

8. PROPERTY IS SOLD AS IS. Neither Reno County, the Sheriff, nor any of their agents, make any representation concerning the value, quality, condition, zoning limitations or potential uses of property offered for sale. The buyer is solely responsible for all such determinations.

9. A Sheriff's Deed will be issued in the name of the registered bidder only. A Sheriff's Deed is similar to a Quitclaim Deed and marketable title is not guaranteed. The property is sold subject to valid easements, covenants, restrictions of record, taxes and special assessments as indicated in paragraph 6 above, and the IRS redemption rights outlined below. Purchasers of property subject to the IRS redemption right will not receive a deed until 120 days following sale or a refund if redemption occurs. For other properties, expect three or up to four weeks before the Court approves the sale, and your deed is filed.

10. The Internal Revenue Service has a 120-day redemption period after the sale and the properties remaining in this sale in which the IRS has an interest are: 6899, 6921, 6922, 7003.

11. We will collect the fee charged by the Register of Deeds to record your Deed. It will be $21.00 for the first page and $17 for additional pages. Your deed will be filed directly with the Register of Deeds on your behalf. After recording, the original deed will be mailed to you at the address you provide at the registration desk.

12. REFUNDS. In the event the Court does not confirm the sale of a parcel, or in the event the Court should later vacate or declare the sale to be invalid based upon a legal challenge, the Buyer is entitled only to a refund of the purchase money and the recording fee. In all other instances, sales are final.

13. TITLE INSURANCE. You should consider the limitations on the issuance of title insurance on&nbsp;parcels purchased at a Sheriff’s Sale. Most title companies will not issue a policy of title insurance on a tax sale property until one (1) year following the sale. One title company with a Hutchinson office has established a policy that it will not issue a title insurance policy on any tax sale property for fifteen (15) years following the sale, if it concludes the property owner was not served personally with Summons. You should be advised that Kansas law permits service by other means, including publication notice, if personal service cannot be obtained with due diligence. There is at least one title company in Hutchinson which will insure the title after one (1) year if alternate service of Summons is made.

14. If you have any questions or need additional information following the sale, you may call Patrick Hoffman or Jubilee Critchfield at (620) 694-2926. 

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 </figure>HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The annual Reno County Tax Sale will be held next Tuesday, October 18th at 9:00 a.m. in Memorial Hall located at 101 South Walnut in Hutchinson. Properties will be auctioned off at the tax sale and all bidders must register in person the day of the sale. If you would like to bid on properties bring photo ID with you to the sale. All properties must be paid by cash or check the day of the sale.&nbsp;&nbsp;The list of properties will be updated at&nbsp;<a href="https://reib.org/2022/09/21/reno-co-tax-sale-40-case-2022-cv-000099/">https://reib.org/2022/09/21/reno-co-tax-sale-40-case-2022-cv-000099/</a>&nbsp;up until the day of the sale.RENO COUNTY, KANSAS TAX FORECLOSURE SALESale Date: Thursday, October 18th, 2022 - 9:00 a.m.Location: Memorial Hall, 101 South Walnut, Hutchinson, KSCASE NO. 22 CV 991. All bidders must register and obtain a number to be used during the auction. Only individual persons or other legal entities will be allowed to register to bid. Anyone wishing to register a partnership or corporation must have the exact name of the entity, have the authority to purchase property in its name and be prepared to identify the partners, officers, directors, and stockholders. (See #3 below)2. Property will not be sold to a person who is not present and has not registered as a bidder.3. You cannot bid on any parcel if you were the owner at any time when any part of the tax lien became due. Basically, if you have had some ownership connection with a sale property when the taxes became due, do not bid before checking your eligibility to buy. If you have any questions regarding your eligibility to bid or the terms of sale, please ask any representative of Reno County or the auctioneers prior to commencement of the bidding process.4. If within ten (10) years any parcel of real estate purchased at this auction is transferred, sold or given to a person who had the right of redemption prior to sale, the person transferring the property may be liable for an amount equal to the original judgment lien against the property.5. Terms of the sale: CASH. Only first party personal checks signed by the registered bidder on Kansas banks will be accepted, unless otherwise approved by the County Counselor. Checks pre-signed by a party not present at the sale will not be accepted. All checks will be deposited immediately by the Sheriff following the sale. ALL SALES ARE FINAL subject to approval of the Court and any right of redemption allowed the IRS where applicable (See Paragraph 10 below).6. As a result of this Sheriff's Sale, all 2021 and prior year's taxes will be discharged. The purchaser will be responsible for payment of all taxes and specials for 2022 and subsequent years. With respect to properties located in any city, there may be mowing, or other charges added to the 2022 taxes for work done from July 1, 2021 to June 1, 2022. Mowing charges incurred after July 1, 2022, may appear on the 2023 tax statement.7. The Sheriff is selling real estate only. He has no authority to sell personal property left on the premises, including mobile homes. If there is personal property left on the premises, you may wish to seek the advice of an attorney regarding your rights and responsibilities. The County Counselor will not provide you with legal advice.8. PROPERTY IS SOLD AS IS. Neither Reno County, the Sheriff, nor any of their agents, make any representation concerning the value, quality, condition, zoning limitations or potential uses of property offered for sale. The buyer is solely responsible for all such determinations.9. A Sheriff's Deed will be issued in the name of the registered bidder only. A Sheriff's Deed is similar to a Quitclaim Deed and marketable title is not guaranteed. The property is sold subject to valid easements, covenants, restrictions of record, taxes and special assessments as indicated in paragraph 6 above, and the IRS redemption rights outlined below. Purchasers of property subject to the IRS redemption right will not receive a deed until 120 days following sale or a refund if redemption occurs. For other properties, expect three or up to four weeks before the Court approves the sale, and your deed is filed.10. The Internal Revenue Service has a 120-day redemption period after the sale and the properties remaining in this sale in which the IRS has an interest are: 6899, 6921, 6922, 7003.11. We will collect the fee charged by the Register of Deeds to record your Deed. It will be $21.00 for the first page and $17 for additional pages. Your deed will be filed directly with the Register of Deeds on your behalf. After recording, the original deed will be mailed to you at the address you provide at the registration desk.12. REFUNDS. In the event the Court does not confirm the sale of a parcel, or in the event the Court should later vacate or declare the sale to be invalid based upon a legal challenge, the Buyer is entitled only to a refund of the purchase money and the recording fee. In all other instances, sales are final.13. TITLE INSURANCE. You should consider the limitations on the issuance of title insurance on&nbsp;parcels purchased at a Sheriff’s Sale. Most title companies will not issue a policy of title insurance on a tax sale property until one (1) year following the sale. One title company with a Hutchinson office has established a policy that it will not issue a title insurance policy on any tax sale property for fifteen (15) years following the sale, if it concludes the property owner was not served personally with Summons. You should be advised that Kansas law permits service by other means, including publication notice, if personal service cannot be obtained with due diligence. There is at least one title company in Hutchinson which will insure the title after one (1) year if alternate service of Summons is made.14. If you have any questions or need additional information following the sale, you may call Patrick Hoffman or Jubilee Critchfield at (620) 694-2926.

Reno County Tax Sale next week

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;The Hutchinson Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® — to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week this week.

This year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape”, works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe from home fires.

"At school, there is an evacuation plan, whether it be for tornadoes or for fire or for any of the other rest of the stuff that's going on in this world," said Hutchinson Fire Marshal Mike Cain. "They have to have a plan and they have to practice that plan, so they have fire drills."

You may have as little as two minutes (or even less time) to safely escape a home fire from the time the smoke alarm sounds.

"Fire is incredibly fast now, with all of the stuff that the furniture is made of these days," Cain said. "Couches and recliners, they're all petroleum-based foam, so they are just gasoline sitting there."

Hutchinson Fire Department wants to share these key home fire escape planning tips:

· Make sure your plan meets the needs of all your family members, including those with sensory or physical disabilities.

· Smoke alarms should be installed inside every sleeping room, outside each separate sleeping area, and on every levelof your home. Smoke alarms should be interconnected so when one sounds, they all sound.

· Know at least two ways out of every room, if possible. Make sure all doors and windows open easily.

· Have an outside meeting place a safe distance from your home where everyone should meet.

· Practice your home fire drill at least twice a year with everyone in the household, including guests. Practice at least once during the day and at night.

To find out more about Fire Prevention Week programs and activities in Hutchinson, please contact the Hutchinson Fire Department at 620-694-2871.

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;The Hutchinson Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® — to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week this week.This year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape”, works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe from home fires."At school, there is an evacuation plan, whether it be for tornadoes or for fire or for any of the other rest of the stuff that's going on in this world," said Hutchinson Fire Marshal Mike Cain. "They have to have a plan and they have to practice that plan, so they have fire drills."You may have as little as two minutes (or even less time) to safely escape a home fire from the time the smoke alarm sounds."Fire is incredibly fast now, with all of the stuff that the furniture is made of these days," Cain said. "Couches and recliners, they're all petroleum-based foam, so they are just gasoline sitting there."Hutchinson Fire Department wants to share these key home fire escape planning tips:· Make sure your plan meets the needs of all your family members, including those with sensory or physical disabilities.· Smoke alarms should be installed inside every sleeping room, outside each separate sleeping area, and on every levelof your home. Smoke alarms should be interconnected so when one sounds, they all sound.· Know at least two ways out of every room, if possible. Make sure all doors and windows open easily.· Have an outside meeting place a safe distance from your home where everyone should meet.· Practice your home fire drill at least twice a year with everyone in the household, including guests. Practice at least once during the day and at night.To find out more about Fire Prevention Week programs and activities in Hutchinson, please contact the Hutchinson Fire Department at 620-694-2871.

Hutchinson Fire commemorating Fire Prevention Week

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;The Republican primary winners in Reno County are holding their own event later this month, after they did not attend the Chamber and NAACP event on Tuesday.

"I, your State Senator, will be hosting a forum for the real Republican candidates, on Tuesday, October 25 at 7 p.m. at PrairieStar Health Center," said Sen. Mark Steffen. "It should be a great event. We're going to have desserts from Kathie Girst and her bakery. We're going to let folks mingle with the candidates and then we're going to hold a question and answer session. I think it will be a real opportunity for education instead of confrontation. That's kind of how I'm billing it."

Steffen didn't see the chamber's potential questions to the candidates as fair.

"It's framed in a very liberal format and puts the Republican responder on their heels from the very start," Steffen said. "We don't need that. It's just confusing. It's confusing to the voters. It's confusing to the candidates and it doesn't move governance forward."

Steffen also sees the write in campaigns of losers in the Republican primary as a way for the opposing party to try to sneak candidates in that are not ideologically consistent with what he sees and what voters have said through their actions in the primary is the position of the party. 

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostHUTCHINSON, Kan. —&nbsp;The Republican primary winners in Reno County are holding their own event later this month, after they did not attend the Chamber and NAACP event on Tuesday."I, your State Senator, will be hosting a forum for the real Republican candidates, on Tuesday, October 25 at 7 p.m. at PrairieStar Health Center," said Sen. Mark Steffen. "It should be a great event. We're going to have desserts from Kathie Girst and her bakery. We're going to let folks mingle with the candidates and then we're going to hold a question and answer session. I think it will be a real opportunity for education instead of confrontation. That's kind of how I'm billing it."Steffen didn't see the chamber's potential questions to the candidates as fair."It's framed in a very liberal format and puts the Republican responder on their heels from the very start," Steffen said. "We don't need that. It's just confusing. It's confusing to the voters. It's confusing to the candidates and it doesn't move governance forward."Steffen also sees the write in campaigns of losers in the Republican primary as a way for the opposing party to try to sneak candidates in that are not ideologically consistent with what he sees and what voters have said through their actions in the primary is the position of the party.

Republican primary winners event Oct. 25

NICKERSON, Kan. —IdeaTek has expanded its fiber footprint in Nickerson, giving businesses and households access to gigabit speeds at affordable prices.

The expansion furthers the company’s mission of providing Internet Freedom to Kansas communities, said Daniel Friesen, IdeaTek’s Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer.

“We are extremely excited for the opportunities this much-needed fiber investment will bring to Nickerson,” he said. “Our mission of internet freedom means we believe everyone should have access to high-speed fiber internet – no matter where they live. We look forward to providing residents and businesses with the world-class connectivity they deserve.”

Last year, IdeaTek deployed wireless internet to the city and surrounding residences. It was developed as a temporary solution for remote areas.&nbsp;

Friesen said that investment in fiber is a scalable solution for Kansas’ future growth. “Our mission is to build to the standards of the future, not today.”

With this rollout, IdeaTek offers unlimited, uncapped, symmetrical speeds of up to 2 gigabits per second. IdeaTek also does not require long-term contracts.&nbsp;

The expansion into Nickerson is one of several community builds IdeaTek has planned for 2022. Crews are also finishing constructing fiber in Lindsborg and Goddard.

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 </figure>NICKERSON, Kan. —IdeaTek has expanded its fiber footprint in Nickerson, giving businesses and households access to gigabit speeds at affordable prices.The expansion furthers the company’s mission of providing Internet Freedom to Kansas communities, said Daniel Friesen, IdeaTek’s Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer.“We are extremely excited for the opportunities this much-needed fiber investment will bring to Nickerson,” he said. “Our mission of internet freedom means we believe everyone should have access to high-speed fiber internet – no matter where they live. We look forward to providing residents and businesses with the world-class connectivity they deserve.”Last year, IdeaTek deployed wireless internet to the city and surrounding residences. It was developed as a temporary solution for remote areas.&nbsp;Friesen said that investment in fiber is a scalable solution for Kansas’ future growth. “Our mission is to build to the standards of the future, not today.”With this rollout, IdeaTek offers unlimited, uncapped, symmetrical speeds of up to 2 gigabits per second. IdeaTek also does not require long-term contracts.&nbsp;The expansion into Nickerson is one of several community builds IdeaTek has planned for 2022. Crews are also finishing constructing fiber in Lindsborg and Goddard.

IdeaTek places gigabit fiber in Nickerson

LANGDON, Kan. —Fairfield USD 310 received notice from KSDE that the district is being awarded 2022 Kansans Can Star Recognition Awards in three areas: 

Social-Emotional Growth (Silver); Graduation (Bronze); and Kindergarten Readiness (Bronze).

The Kansas Star Recognition Program seeks to provide Kansas districts an opportunity to validate the coherent, rigorous and sustained commitment required to improve adult and student outcomes.

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 </figure>LANGDON, Kan. —Fairfield USD 310 received notice from KSDE that the district is being awarded 2022 Kansans Can Star Recognition Awards in three areas: Social-Emotional Growth (Silver); Graduation (Bronze); and Kindergarten Readiness (Bronze).The Kansas Star Recognition Program seeks to provide Kansas districts an opportunity to validate the coherent, rigorous and sustained commitment required to improve adult and student outcomes.

Fairfield USD 310 receives STAR Awards from KSDE

PRETTY PRAIRIE, Kan. — The Pretty Prairie USD 311 School Board is looking to work up another bond issue for the district, but they are seeking some help.

"The Board unanimously agrees we've got to do something with a bond issue," Superintendent Ashley Anderson said. "We've got to generate money quickly to pay for some of these projects. We can then strategically use capital outlay money to our yearly projects and get some things going that way."

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 </figure>NICK GOSNELL Hutch PostPRETTY PRAIRIE, Kan. — The Pretty Prairie USD 311 School Board is looking to work up another bond issue for the district, but they are seeking some help."The Board unanimously agrees we've got to do something with a bond issue," Superintendent Ashley Anderson said. "We've got to generate money quickly to pay for some of these projects. We can then strategically use capital outlay money to our yearly projects and get some things going that way."Each board member brought their thoughts on what bond priorities should be to the board meeting that took place Monday night."Each of our board members came with a presentation prepared, kind of outlined a few questions," Anderson said. "I think that it was important that the public hear, you know, like a timeline, when do they want to have the next election? What's their project list? The gym is a big issue, so how did they feel on that? How do they feel about our communication last time? Could it be better? What were their ideas? Each of them came prepared and gave a little one to three minute speech on their answers to each of those questions. It was really good for us just to hear from each member, knowing where each person stood and we kind of walked away from it. We didn't do any further discussion. We just kind of heard everybody and were kind of walking away to process."The next board meeting will be a night where not only USD 311 members can weigh in."We actually have a joint meeting on the 24th with the City Council," Anderson said. "It's kind of taking this approach of, here's our needs and then here's our wants and seeing if any of those align with things that the city wants to do, as well. Maybe we can come up with a community center idea versus just a gymnasium for the school."Though it obviously won't be on an equal scale, the high school and community college in Colby play their games at the Colby Event Center, which is owned by the city.

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