Elm Creek Road between Thompson Road and Halstead Road will be closed&nbsp;until May 10&nbsp;to replace a drainage structure.&nbsp;

Crawford Road between Donmyer Road and Amos Road will be closed&nbsp;until May 17to replace a drainage structure.

Local&nbsp;and emergency traffic will always have access to private property within the sections of the closed road, but only from the side upon which the property lies.

Driving around road closure barricades is not just unlawful but extremely unsafe. For your safety and the safety of the construction workers, please obey all traffic signs.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

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 </figure>SubmittedElm Creek Road between Thompson Road and Halstead Road will be closed&nbsp;until May 10&nbsp;to replace a drainage structure.&nbsp;Crawford Road between Donmyer Road and Amos Road will be closed&nbsp;until May 17to replace a drainage structure.Local&nbsp;and emergency traffic will always have access to private property within the sections of the closed road, but only from the side upon which the property lies.Driving around road closure barricades is not just unlawful but extremely unsafe. For your safety and the safety of the construction workers, please obey all traffic signs.Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Roads closed in Saline County for drainage structure replacements

By OLIVIA BERGMEIER Lead Reporter - Salina Post

Although the mightiest storms of the Great Plains missed the city of Salina, some residents still saw severe storm damage.&nbsp;

David Schwartztraub, a resident from the 200 block of South 11th Street, said through curtains of rain on Monday evening, he heard a loud crash and, after the storm passed, ventured outside and saw a large branch across his front porch awning.

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"All of a sudden, everything just came crashing down," Schwartztraub said. "I had never seen anything like that. I was looking out the front door and couldn't see out the door with all the rain blowing around so hard."

After Schwartztraub assessed the damage to his home and found another large branch across his backyard fence, he viewed his neighbors and saw little or no storm damage at their houses.

Schwartztraub knew that no tornadoes hit the city, but the roar of the wind and rain made him feel like he was in the middle of a twister.

"Nothing [else] in this neighborhood was damaged," Schwartztraub said.

One of the two large branches that fell crashed across Schwartztraub's porch, snapped his flag pole in half, but missed the house's roof. The other fell across his fence to the backyard.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715120012688.jpeg" alt="Salina resident David Schwartztraub places his flagpole back in place after the storm damage caused on Monday, May 6, in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
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 </figure>By OLIVIA BERGMEIER Lead Reporter - Salina PostAlthough the mightiest storms of the Great Plains missed the city of Salina, some residents still saw severe storm damage.&nbsp;David Schwartztraub, a resident from the 200 block of South 11th Street, said through curtains of rain on Monday evening, he heard a loud crash and, after the storm passed, ventured outside and saw a large branch across his front porch awning.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715120064439.jpeg" alt="The tree that lies in pieces after the storm pummeled the town of Salina on Monday, May 6. Photo by Olivia Bergemeier" />
 <figcaption>The tree that lies in pieces after the storm pummeled the town of Salina on Monday, May 6. Photo by Olivia Bergemeier</figcaption>
 </figure>READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/8bdf71db-697a-4b4f-94a6-a99474e9d780">38th Annual SM Hanson Festival Jam lineup announced</a>"All of a sudden, everything just came crashing down," Schwartztraub said. "I had never seen anything like that. I was looking out the front door and couldn't see out the door with all the rain blowing around so hard."After Schwartztraub assessed the damage to his home and found another large branch across his backyard fence, he viewed his neighbors and saw little or no storm damage at their houses.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715120122656.jpeg" alt="The pile of branches taken from the porch roof after the severe weather that hit Salina on Monday, May 6. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>The pile of branches taken from the porch roof after the severe weather that hit Salina on Monday, May 6. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>Schwartztraub knew that no tornadoes hit the city, but the roar of the wind and rain made him feel like he was in the middle of a twister."Nothing [else] in this neighborhood was damaged," Schwartztraub said.One of the two large branches that fell crashed across Schwartztraub's porch, snapped his flag pole in half, but missed the house's roof. The other fell across his fence to the backyard.

Storm damage impacts one house in the neighborhood in Salina

By SHEILA REGEHR Dillons

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Dillons is pleased to extend a one-day special discount once again to its senior shoppers on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. Customers aged 55 and up will enjoy a 5% discount on their in-store grocery purchases and everyday essentials at Dillons.

With this discount offer, customers are simply encouraged to ask their Dillons cashier to have the discount applied to their order when shopping inside the store. No coupon is needed.

“At Dillons, we are committed to providing fresh, affordable food and are always looking for ways to help our customers to stretch their budgets,” said Sheila Regehr, corporate affairs manager for Dillons.

“Whether it’s added fuel points on Fridays, savings with a digital coupon, or scoring a great markdown price, everyone loves a great deal. That’s why we’re excited to extend this one-day Senior Day discount once again on Wednesday, May 8.”

This one-day event at Dillons gives seniors the opportunity to save on pantry staples, fresh produce, household essentials. Some exclusions apply, including alcohol, tobacco products, fuel, money orders, taxes, postage stamps, gift cards/certificates, lottery, promotional tickets, CRV, prescriptions, and guest or customer service/fees.

Dillons also gives customers additional savings and rewards on top of lower-than-low prices in their digital app, where there are more than $500 in digital coupons available every week.

Story originally Published on <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/d4c09ef3-101b-4864-8cb5-7b13af063601">Hutch Post</a> on&nbsp;May 07, 2024 4:15 a.m.

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 </figure>By SHEILA REGEHR DillonsHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Dillons is pleased to extend a one-day special discount once again to its senior shoppers on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. Customers aged 55 and up will enjoy a 5% discount on their in-store grocery purchases and everyday essentials at Dillons.With this discount offer, customers are simply encouraged to ask their Dillons cashier to have the discount applied to their order when shopping inside the store. No coupon is needed.“At Dillons, we are committed to providing fresh, affordable food and are always looking for ways to help our customers to stretch their budgets,” said Sheila Regehr, corporate affairs manager for Dillons.“Whether it’s added fuel points on Fridays, savings with a digital coupon, or scoring a great markdown price, everyone loves a great deal. That’s why we’re excited to extend this one-day Senior Day discount once again on Wednesday, May 8.”This one-day event at Dillons gives seniors the opportunity to save on pantry staples, fresh produce, household essentials. Some exclusions apply, including alcohol, tobacco products, fuel, money orders, taxes, postage stamps, gift cards/certificates, lottery, promotional tickets, CRV, prescriptions, and guest or customer service/fees.Dillons also gives customers additional savings and rewards on top of lower-than-low prices in their digital app, where there are more than $500 in digital coupons available every week.Story originally Published on <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/d4c09ef3-101b-4864-8cb5-7b13af063601">Hutch Post</a> on&nbsp;May 07, 2024 4:15 a.m.

Dillons senior day Wednesday

Click&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/category/obituaries">HERE</a>&nbsp;to view the most recent obituaries and service times from our funeral home partners.&nbsp;

Salina Post is honored to publish full obituaries and photos at no cost to families. To submit obituaries email the obituary text and a photo of the deceased to olivia.bergmeier@eagleradio.net

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 </figure>Click&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/category/obituaries">HERE</a>&nbsp;to view the most recent obituaries and service times from our funeral home partners.&nbsp;Salina Post is honored to publish full obituaries and photos at no cost to families. To submit obituaries email the obituary text and a photo of the deceased to olivia.bergmeier@eagleradio.net

Recent obituaries and service times

The Eisenhower Foundation invites all World War II veterans to the Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum in Abilene, Kan., on June 6, 2024, to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

The D-Day+80 Years event will include a Meet a World War II Veteran Reception, Remembrance Ceremony, Veterans Panel, free admission to the Eisenhower Presidential Museum, speakers, military reenactors, hands-on education programs, and more. This historic event is free and open to the public.

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Led by General Dwight D. Eisenhower, the D-Day operation of June 6, 1944, brought together the land, air, and sea forces of the Allied armies in what became the largest amphibious invasion in military history. This historic event turned the tide of World War II and led to the eventual Allied victory over Nazi tyranny.

For more information or to register a veteran to attend, please contact Lisa Kijowski, Ike’s Soldiers Specialist, at 785-263-6771, or visit <a href="http://www.eisenhowerfoundation.net/dday80">www.eisenhowerfoundation.net/dday80</a>.

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 </figure>SubmittedThe Eisenhower Foundation invites all World War II veterans to the Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum in Abilene, Kan., on June 6, 2024, to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day.The D-Day+80 Years event will include a Meet a World War II Veteran Reception, Remembrance Ceremony, Veterans Panel, free admission to the Eisenhower Presidential Museum, speakers, military reenactors, hands-on education programs, and more. This historic event is free and open to the public.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/f308146d-d3b9-43df-8d2d-b42336a464f4">Abilene prepares to honor its hometown leader in a BIG way</a>Led by General Dwight D. Eisenhower, the D-Day operation of June 6, 1944, brought together the land, air, and sea forces of the Allied armies in what became the largest amphibious invasion in military history. This historic event turned the tide of World War II and led to the eventual Allied victory over Nazi tyranny.For more information or to register a veteran to attend, please contact Lisa Kijowski, Ike’s Soldiers Specialist, at 785-263-6771, or visit <a href="http://www.eisenhowerfoundation.net/dday80">www.eisenhowerfoundation.net/dday80</a>.

Eisenhower Foundation To Commemorate 80th Anniversary of D-Day

Salina Destination Development (SDD), a Kansas real estate development firm, in partnership with the City of Salina, is proud to announce the highly anticipated launch of the first phase of new multi-family housing in Salina, Kansas. This new development will provide much needed housing options for residents and contribute to the continued growth of the community. A groundbreaking ceremony will be held on Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 8:00 a.m.

Above: An interactive Google Map of where the project will be located.&nbsp;

“We are thrilled to begin construction on this exciting project,” said Jeremy Hurt, lead contact for Salina Destination Development. “Phase 1 will offer 254 modern apartments, featuring spacious floor plans, Basketball Court, Children’s Playground, Pickleball Court, BBQ grilling area, Clubhouse &amp; in-unit laundry. We are confident that these apartments will appeal to a wide range of residents, from young professionals to families.”

The City of Salina was awarded $25,000,000 through Kansas HB 2510 &amp; Kansas SB 267 by the Department of Commerce to help accommodate housing expansion needed for the exceptional number of new employees expected in Salina due to the robust economic development in the community. Salina Destination Development, LLC was selected through a competitive RFP process and approved by the Salina City Commission.

The new apartment complex will be situated at the intersection of Magnolia &amp; I 135 within Salina, offering residents convenient access to nearby shopping, dining &amp; entertainment. Phase 1 construction is expected to be completed in early 2026. 

Salina Destination Development (SDD) is a Kansas -based real estate development firm specializing in the creation of high-quality residential and commercial properties. Salina Destination Development is a partnership of Kansans lead by Dave Murfin, a Wichita businessman &amp; Kansas City developer Rick Worner. SDD is committed to developing projects that enhance the communities they serve and provide residents with exceptional living and working environments.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714597822849.png" alt="SDD renderings for the first phase of a new multi-family housing project in Salina Kansas. Image Courtesy SDD" />
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 </figure>Submitted by City of SalinaSalina Destination Development (SDD), a Kansas real estate development firm, in partnership with the City of Salina, is proud to announce the highly anticipated launch of the first phase of new multi-family housing in Salina, Kansas. This new development will provide much needed housing options for residents and contribute to the continued growth of the community. A groundbreaking ceremony will be held on Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. <div><iframe src="https://www.google.com/maps/embed?pb=!1m14!1m12!1m3!1d4988.328206716799!2d-97.62574925094457!3d38.79534780511607!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1714598469627!5m2!1sen!2sus" width="600" height="450" style="border:0;" allowfullscreen="" loading="lazy" referrerpolicy="no-referrer-when-downgrade"></iframe></div>Above: An interactive Google Map of where the project will be located.&nbsp;“We are thrilled to begin construction on this exciting project,” said Jeremy Hurt, lead contact for Salina Destination Development. “Phase 1 will offer 254 modern apartments, featuring spacious floor plans, Basketball Court, Children’s Playground, Pickleball Court, BBQ grilling area, Clubhouse &amp; in-unit laundry. We are confident that these apartments will appeal to a wide range of residents, from young professionals to families.”The City of Salina was awarded $25,000,000 through Kansas HB 2510 &amp; Kansas SB 267 by the Department of Commerce to help accommodate housing expansion needed for the exceptional number of new employees expected in Salina due to the robust economic development in the community. Salina Destination Development, LLC was selected through a competitive RFP process and approved by the Salina City Commission.<figure>
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 </figure>The new apartment complex will be situated at the intersection of Magnolia &amp; I 135 within Salina, offering residents convenient access to nearby shopping, dining &amp; entertainment. Phase 1 construction is expected to be completed in early 2026. <h2>About Salina Destination Development</h2>Salina Destination Development (SDD) is a Kansas -based real estate development firm specializing in the creation of high-quality residential and commercial properties. Salina Destination Development is a partnership of Kansans lead by Dave Murfin, a Wichita businessman &amp; Kansas City developer Rick Worner. SDD is committed to developing projects that enhance the communities they serve and provide residents with exceptional living and working environments.

Ribbon cutting for Salina Destination Development multi-family housing project set for tomorrow

On April 20, the Central Kansas Extension District (CKD) 4-H BB Gun Team went to Great Bend for the Kansas State Spring Shooting Sports Match.  To participate at the state level, youth must have shot an eligible score at one of several regional qualifiers earlier in the year. 

In total, there were nearly 150 4-H’ers from 23 different Extension units.  CKD qualified 14 local youth, which was the most of any unit.

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Those making the trip from CKD were Landon Wisbey, Troy Wisbey and Traven Dotson of Bennington, Callan Rensink, Coy Malmberg, Tye Malmberg, Briella Pagel, and Easton Klein of Minneapolis, J.J. Riedel, Jaelyn Gates and Maryn Gates of Salina, and Andrew Knopf, Gauge Fritz and Bailey Fritz of Gypsum.

Landon, Coy, Callan, J.J., Andrew, Gauge, and Traven shot in the Senior Division with all others entered in the Junior Division.  The youth showcased their skills in several positions including Prone (laying down), Standing, Kneeling, and Sitting.  Combined scores from all four positions made up the Aggregate Score.

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After a long day of competition, CKD had a great showing with numerous members bringing home awards.  In the Junior Division, Troy Wisbey placed 2nd in Sitting, 4th in Kneeling and was 3rd in the Aggregate.  Bailey Fritz placed 3rd in Standing, 5th in Kneeling and was 5th in the Aggregate.  Easton Klein placed 5th in Prone and was 6th in the Aggregate.  Briella Pagel won the Kneeling position.  For the Seniors, Jaelyn Gates was Runner-Up in Kneeling.  Callan Rensink placed 5th in Prone and Landon Wisbey was 5th in Sitting.

The team of Coy Malmberg, Landon Wisbey, Andrew Knopf, Troy Wisbey, and Jaelyn Gates took 6th place Overall.

To cap off the season, CKD will be traveling to Rogers, Arkansas on June 30 to represent Kansas at the Daisy National BB Gun Championship Match.  Individuals earning a spot at nationals are Andrew Knopf, Gauge Fritz, Callan Rensink, J.J. Riedel, Landon Wisbey, Traven Dotson, and Troy Wisbey.  They will be joining over 400 other youth from across the country at the four-day event.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715096917280.jpeg" alt="Central Kansas Extension District 4-H members participating at the 2024 Kansas State Spring Shooting Sports Match in Great Bend were: (Front Row L-R) Troy Wisbey, J.J. Riedel, Maryn Gates, Tye Malmberg, Bailey Fritz; (Back Row L-R) Jaelyn Gates, Landon Wisbey, Callan Rensink, Coy Malmberg, Gauge Fritz. Not pictured are: Easton Klein, Briella Pagel, Traven Dotson, and Andrew Knopf. Image Courtesy CKD" />
 <figcaption>Central Kansas Extension District 4-H members participating at the 2024 Kansas State Spring Shooting Sports Match in Great Bend were: (Front Row L-R) Troy Wisbey, J.J. Riedel, Maryn Gates, Tye Malmberg, Bailey Fritz; (Back Row L-R) Jaelyn Gates, Landon Wisbey, Callan Rensink, Coy Malmberg, Gauge Fritz. Not pictured are: Easton Klein, Briella Pagel, Traven Dotson, and Andrew Knopf. Image Courtesy CKD</figcaption>
 </figure>SubmittedOn April 20, the Central Kansas Extension District (CKD) 4-H BB Gun Team went to Great Bend for the Kansas State Spring Shooting Sports Match. To participate at the state level, youth must have shot an eligible score at one of several regional qualifiers earlier in the year. In total, there were nearly 150 4-H’ers from 23 different Extension units. CKD qualified 14 local youth, which was the most of any unit.LISTEN MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/08021e75-1b85-4cde-bd8f-8e837e1f7688">🎙King in the Community: Jason Graves, KSRE horticulturist</a>Those making the trip from CKD were Landon Wisbey, Troy Wisbey and Traven Dotson of Bennington, Callan Rensink, Coy Malmberg, Tye Malmberg, Briella Pagel, and Easton Klein of Minneapolis, J.J. Riedel, Jaelyn Gates and Maryn Gates of Salina, and Andrew Knopf, Gauge Fritz and Bailey Fritz of Gypsum.Landon, Coy, Callan, J.J., Andrew, Gauge, and Traven shot in the Senior Division with all others entered in the Junior Division. The youth showcased their skills in several positions including Prone (laying down), Standing, Kneeling, and Sitting. Combined scores from all four positions made up the Aggregate Score.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/505d293d-8aab-4e52-83a8-ffbc4f2080c6">CoCoRaHS 24-hour rain totals</a>After a long day of competition, CKD had a great showing with numerous members bringing home awards. In the Junior Division, Troy Wisbey placed 2nd in Sitting, 4th in Kneeling and was 3rd in the Aggregate. Bailey Fritz placed 3rd in Standing, 5th in Kneeling and was 5th in the Aggregate. Easton Klein placed 5th in Prone and was 6th in the Aggregate. Briella Pagel won the Kneeling position. For the Seniors, Jaelyn Gates was Runner-Up in Kneeling. Callan Rensink placed 5th in Prone and Landon Wisbey was 5th in Sitting.The team of Coy Malmberg, Landon Wisbey, Andrew Knopf, Troy Wisbey, and Jaelyn Gates took 6th place Overall.To cap off the season, CKD will be traveling to Rogers, Arkansas on June 30 to represent Kansas at the Daisy National BB Gun Championship Match. Individuals earning a spot at nationals are Andrew Knopf, Gauge Fritz, Callan Rensink, J.J. Riedel, Landon Wisbey, Traven Dotson, and Troy Wisbey. They will be joining over 400 other youth from across the country at the four-day event.

Local 4-H members earn top awards at state shooting sports match

This video was captured at about 6 p.m. on May 6, 2024, approximately half of a mile south of Assaria, Kansas. Video by Salina Post Lead Reporter, Olivia Bergmeier.

Precipitation data courtesy&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/">CoCoRaHS</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.weather.gov/">The National Weather Service</a>.

Following precipitation events, Salina Post will update this page with precipitation totals.&nbsp;

As of 05/07/2024 at 10:36 a.m.

<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ff7trXKAtBg?si=cfk6GS1sHyYIdp33" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>This video was captured at about 6 p.m. on May 6, 2024, approximately half of a mile south of Assaria, Kansas. Video by Salina Post Lead Reporter, Olivia Bergmeier.By SALINA POSTPrecipitation data courtesy&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/">CoCoRaHS</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.weather.gov/">The National Weather Service</a>.Following precipitation events, Salina Post will update this page with precipitation totals.&nbsp;As of 05/07/2024 at 10:36 a.m.Salina —&nbsp; 0.72 inchesConcordia — 0.56 inchesEllsworth — 0.46 inchesLindsborg —&nbsp; 0.92 inchesAbilene —&nbsp; 1.30 inchesClay Center — 1.00 inchesMinneapolis — 0.63 inchesTescott — 1.00 inchesMcPherson — 0.92 inchesGypsum — 0.75 inchesInman — 0.16 inchesMarion — 0.58 inchesAssaria — 0.60 inches

CoCoRaHS 24-hour rain totals

A 65-year-old Salina woman found her 2006 Saturn Vue missing after someone known to her visited her home to help her with her dogs.

Salina Police Department (SPD) Capt. David Villanueva said that the victim reported that after waking up from a nap around 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 5, the keys to her $5,500 Saturn and the car were missing from her home in the 200 block of N. Second Street.

"Then we found the vehicle up by 1846 N. Main Street," Villanueva said. "They haven't identified [the suspect] yet, but we'll be checking for video there too. Luckily, we got the car back for the lady."

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Officers then returned the vehicle to the woman around 12:21 p.m., but the Saturn keys were still missing.

Villanueva said the woman had an idea of who the car thief could be, but SPD officers&nbsp;continue&nbsp;investigating the crime.

Salina Post will update the story as more information becomes available.

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 </figure>By OLIVIA BERGMEIER Lead Reporter - Salina PostA 65-year-old Salina woman found her 2006 Saturn Vue missing after someone known to her visited her home to help her with her dogs.Salina Police Department (SPD) Capt. David Villanueva said that the victim reported that after waking up from a nap around 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 5, the keys to her $5,500 Saturn and the car were missing from her home in the 200 block of N. Second Street."Then we found the vehicle up by 1846 N. Main Street," Villanueva said. "They haven't identified [the suspect] yet, but we'll be checking for video there too. Luckily, we got the car back for the lady."READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/8bdf71db-697a-4b4f-94a6-a99474e9d780">38th Annual SM Hanson Festival Jam lineup announced</a>Officers then returned the vehicle to the woman around 12:21 p.m., but the Saturn keys were still missing.Villanueva said the woman had an idea of who the car thief could be, but SPD officers&nbsp;continue&nbsp;investigating the crime.Salina Post will update the story as more information becomes available.

Vehicle stolen from 65-year-old Salina woman's home

By TYLER HENRY Lead Sportswriter

Hello and happy Tuesday everybody, HOPE YOU ALL STAYED SAFE THROUGH THE WILD WEATHER LAST NIGHT, it’s Tyler Henry, back with another KINA Sports Update presented by Salina Regional Orthopedic and Sports Medicine.

On Monday, Michael Massey homered and Maikel Garcia singled in two runs as the Kansas City Royals rallied past the Milwaukee Brewers 3-2

The start was moved up a half-hour to avoid the weather, allowing the Royals to collect the victory before the rain began to fall

Cole Ragans allowed two runs on two hits in six innings for the Royals, striking out eight. Nick Anderson pitched a scoreless seventh. Tyler Duffey and Will Smith got through the eighth and Chris Stratton worked the ninth for his second save

In case you missed it due to inclement weather last night’s game between the Salina Liberty and Wichita Regulators was also postponed, but will be made up at a later date, for more on that stay tuned to Salina Post.

And finally the first regional baseball and softball brackets have begun to drop and we’re getting a picture of where our area teams will line up

In 3A baseball the Southeast of Saline Trojans will square off with Sylvan Lucas in Marysville on Thursday, in an NCAA heavy tournament

On the other side of the bracket the top seed in Ellsworth will battle Minneapolis, the segment also features Beloit who will open postseason play with Marysville

That’s your sports update for today, but for even more great area sports content like this, check out Salina Post and stay tuned to KINA.

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</div></div>By TYLER HENRY Lead SportswriterHello and happy Tuesday everybody, HOPE YOU ALL STAYED SAFE THROUGH THE WILD WEATHER LAST NIGHT, it’s Tyler Henry, back with another KINA Sports Update presented by Salina Regional Orthopedic and Sports Medicine.<figure>
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 </figure>_________On Monday, Michael Massey homered and Maikel Garcia singled in two runs as the Kansas City Royals rallied past the Milwaukee Brewers 3-2The start was moved up a half-hour to avoid the weather, allowing the Royals to collect the victory before the rain began to fallCole Ragans allowed two runs on two hits in six innings for the Royals, striking out eight. Nick Anderson pitched a scoreless seventh. Tyler Duffey and Will Smith got through the eighth and Chris Stratton worked the ninth for his second save_________In case you missed it due to inclement weather last night’s game between the Salina Liberty and Wichita Regulators was also postponed, but will be made up at a later date, for more on that stay tuned to Salina Post._________And finally the first regional baseball and softball brackets have begun to drop and we’re getting a picture of where our area teams will line upIn 3A baseball the Southeast of Saline Trojans will square off with Sylvan Lucas in Marysville on Thursday, in an NCAA heavy tournamentOn the other side of the bracket the top seed in Ellsworth will battle Minneapolis, the segment also features Beloit who will open postseason play with Marysville_________That’s your sports update for today, but for even more great area sports content like this, check out Salina Post and stay tuned to KINA.

910 KINA Sports Headlines — May 7

K-State Research and Extension news service

Storm season can be stressful for many reasons, but for Kansas gardeners, protecting their plants is a priority.

With Kansas’ storm season in full swing, Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini has tips on how to protect and recover gardens from severe weather damage.

“We are entering storm season and various areas of the state will likely have high winds, excessive rainfall and hail,” Domenghini said.

“The force of rainfall pounding on the soil can result in a thick crust that prevents seed emergence and partially blocks oxygen from reaching roots,” Domenghini said. A shallow cultivation with a rotary hoe or other tool can break up the crusted soil. Domenghini cautions against deep tiling as it could damage young, tender roots.

“Standing water cuts off oxygen to the roots, which can result in plant damage if it doesn’t drain quickly enough,” she said. Plants can sometimes handle 24 hours of standing water, but hot weather following the rainfall can cause the water to become hot enough to ‘cook’ the plants.

“There isn’t much that can be done about this unless a channel can be cut to allow the water to drain,” Domenghini said.

Hail damaged plants should recover quickly as long as only the leaves were damaged. If stems and fruit were damaged the situation may become more serious. “The plant can recover from a few bruises, but if it looks like the plants were mowed down by a weed whip, replanting is in order,” Domenghini said.

“Either wind or water can cause plants to lean,” Domenghini said “They should start to straighten after a few days.” She does not recommend trying to bend them back as the plants often break easily.

Domenghini and her colleagues in K-State's Department of Horticulture and Natural Resources produce a weekly&nbsp;<a href="https://hnr.k-state.edu/extension/info-center/newsletters/index.html">Horticulture Newsletter</a>&nbsp;with tips for maintaining home landscapes and gardens. The newsletter is available to&nbsp;<a href="https://hnr.k-state.edu/extension/info-center/newsletters/index.html">view online</a>&nbsp;or can be delivered by email each week.

Interested persons can also send their garden and yard-related questions to Domenghini at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cdom@ksu.edu,">cdom@ksu.edu,</a>&nbsp;or contact your&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/about/statewide-locations.html">local K-State Research and Extension office</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715094825877.png" alt="Gardens can take a beating during severe weather season. K-State horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini shares tips on protecting gardens from damage. Image Courtesy KSRE" />
 <figcaption>Gardens can take a beating during severe weather season. K-State horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini shares tips on protecting gardens from damage. Image Courtesy KSRE</figcaption>
 </figure>K-State Research and Extension news serviceStorm season can be stressful for many reasons, but for Kansas gardeners, protecting their plants is a priority.With Kansas’ storm season in full swing, Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini has tips on how to protect and recover gardens from severe weather damage.“We are entering storm season and various areas of the state will likely have high winds, excessive rainfall and hail,” Domenghini said.Domenghini’s recommendations include:Heavy Rain“The force of rainfall pounding on the soil can result in a thick crust that prevents seed emergence and partially blocks oxygen from reaching roots,” Domenghini said. A shallow cultivation with a rotary hoe or other tool can break up the crusted soil. Domenghini cautions against deep tiling as it could damage young, tender roots.Standing Water“Standing water cuts off oxygen to the roots, which can result in plant damage if it doesn’t drain quickly enough,” she said. Plants can sometimes handle 24 hours of standing water, but hot weather following the rainfall can cause the water to become hot enough to ‘cook’ the plants.“There isn’t much that can be done about this unless a channel can be cut to allow the water to drain,” Domenghini said.Hail DamageHail damaged plants should recover quickly as long as only the leaves were damaged. If stems and fruit were damaged the situation may become more serious. “The plant can recover from a few bruises, but if it looks like the plants were mowed down by a weed whip, replanting is in order,” Domenghini said.Leaning Plant“Either wind or water can cause plants to lean,” Domenghini said “They should start to straighten after a few days.” She does not recommend trying to bend them back as the plants often break easily.Domenghini and her colleagues in K-State's Department of Horticulture and Natural Resources produce a weekly&nbsp;<a href="https://hnr.k-state.edu/extension/info-center/newsletters/index.html">Horticulture Newsletter</a>&nbsp;with tips for maintaining home landscapes and gardens. The newsletter is available to&nbsp;<a href="https://hnr.k-state.edu/extension/info-center/newsletters/index.html">view online</a>&nbsp;or can be delivered by email each week.Interested persons can also send their garden and yard-related questions to Domenghini at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cdom@ksu.edu,">cdom@ksu.edu,</a>&nbsp;or contact your&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/about/statewide-locations.html">local K-State Research and Extension office</a>.

K-State horticulture expert shares how to help gardens through severe weather

The night is almost here - the 38th year of the SM Hanson Festival Jam. This is the opening night event of the Smoky Hill River Festival and the highest attended event of the Festival. According to event organizers attendance for this single-night event in 2023 was over 13,000.

SM Hanson Festival Jam is fast-paced evening of music is fun for all. Four hours of music. 16 bands play for 12 minutes. This year, 27 bands applied from Texas, Oklahoma, Colorado, and Kansas. Our selection process and goals are to offer a variety of musicfrom the region.

Festival Jam 2024 will have four new bands, three second timers, and a mix of other past performers. Never a dull moment. 

The music changes every 15 minutes on the quarter hour. Quick set changes are possible through the backline equipment and stage staff provided by SM Hanson Music. The musicians get tuned back stage and then the frantic 3 minutes of switching bands begins. Thirty seven years of practice makes this switch-out appear easy! Come be part of the SM Hanson Festival Jam - the largest single evening music event in the Midwest. Gates open at 4:00 pm on Thursday June 13 – music begins at 5:45 with a special-by-invitation band.

READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/b7840647-570e-46c9-b3db-a74fa03752e1">🎥First details released for 48th Smoky Hill River Festival</a>

Wristbands for 12 years and up are your admission. SM Hanson Music and many other local/regional merchants have wristbands for sale today.

5:45 p.m. To Be Announced This is a new time spot. Information on the Invitational band will be announced later.

6:00 p.m. Visual Lies New to Festival Jam. Self-described as Hair Metal/80s rock. Based in Lindsborg and ready to rock!

6:15 p.m. Downtown Funk 2023’s invitation band Making their 2nd appearance. Salina Central HS jazz and funk band

6:30 p.m. Don Wagner &amp; Friends Don and Friends A new lineup adding a dobro and stand-up bass playing an Americana mix

6:45 p.m. Lix This Salina 4pc band. Playing a mix of classic rock for 40+ years.

7:00 p.m. King Tones They have played the jam previously, but it has been several years. 4pc band playing blues/rock.

7:15 p.m. Jon’Nea Soul second year at the Jam This Wichita based (Salina connection) 4pc band will play R&amp;B and Soul

7:30 p.m. Hey Radio Wichita based band – a repeat – they promise more energy with a mix of Skate Punk and Pop!!!!.

7:45 p.m. Soul Preachers &nbsp;A Salina 3pc band – playing classic rock

8:00 p.m. Drop Everything New to the Jam. Scheduled in 2022 as The Box Turtles - lightning ended the show. Based in Manhattan – this 4pc band with a new member lineup and new name will play their mix of Midwest rock

8:15 p.m. Kyndred This Hays based band played in 2022. A 5pc band is here to Rock a 2nd time – Heavy Metal

8:30 p.m. HyWay 14 New to Festival Jam. Pretty Prairie is home for this 4pc band. They describe their music as grunge-rock/red-dirt country.

8:45 p.m. Bootleg Mercy Multiple Rock Music award nominations. This 4pc band rocked in 2023 – playing Rock/Grunge

9:00 p.m. Dune Buggy This talented 5pc group has years of experience. Their 12 minute set will include Rock &amp; Pop.

9:15 p.m. Love Like War New to Festival Jam. Central Kansas roots – 5pc band playing Alt Rock. Lead singer is known as ‘Chewy’ – I was told it is a Star Wars thing??

9:30 p.m. Steve Hanson &amp; Co. The founder of SM Hanson Music– their 38th time at the Jam. Always a variety – always great.

9:45 p.m. The Blades You gotta love a rock/pop/funk band with horns! We have requested a larger stage area for the members (hard to count that high). Always a great end to the SM Hanson Festival Jam

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 </figure>SubmittedThe night is almost here - the 38th year of the SM Hanson Festival Jam. This is the opening night event of the Smoky Hill River Festival and the highest attended event of the Festival. According to event organizers attendance for this single-night event in 2023 was over 13,000.SM Hanson Festival Jam is fast-paced evening of music is fun for all. Four hours of music. 16 bands play for 12 minutes. This year, 27 bands applied from Texas, Oklahoma, Colorado, and Kansas. Our selection process and goals are to offer a variety of musicfrom the region.Festival Jam 2024 will have four new bands, three second timers, and a mix of other past performers. Never a dull moment. The music changes every 15 minutes on the quarter hour. Quick set changes are possible through the backline equipment and stage staff provided by SM Hanson Music. The musicians get tuned back stage and then the frantic 3 minutes of switching bands begins. Thirty seven years of practice makes this switch-out appear easy! Come be part of the SM Hanson Festival Jam - the largest single evening music event in the Midwest. Gates open at 4:00 pm on Thursday June 13 – music begins at 5:45 with a special-by-invitation band.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/b7840647-570e-46c9-b3db-a74fa03752e1">🎥First details released for 48th Smoky Hill River Festival</a>Wristbands for 12 years and up are your admission. SM Hanson Music and many other local/regional merchants have wristbands for sale today.5:45 p.m. To Be Announced This is a new time spot. Information on the Invitational band will be announced later.6:00 p.m. Visual Lies New to Festival Jam. Self-described as Hair Metal/80s rock. Based in Lindsborg and ready to rock!6:15 p.m. Downtown Funk 2023’s invitation band Making their 2nd appearance. Salina Central HS jazz and funk band6:30 p.m. Don Wagner &amp; Friends Don and Friends A new lineup adding a dobro and stand-up bass playing an Americana mix6:45 p.m. Lix This Salina 4pc band. Playing a mix of classic rock for 40+ years.7:00 p.m. King Tones They have played the jam previously, but it has been several years. 4pc band playing blues/rock.7:15 p.m. Jon’Nea Soul second year at the Jam This Wichita based (Salina connection) 4pc band will play R&amp;B and Soul7:30 p.m. Hey Radio Wichita based band – a repeat – they promise more energy with a mix of Skate Punk and Pop!!!!.7:45 p.m. Soul Preachers &nbsp;A Salina 3pc band – playing classic rock8:00 p.m. Drop Everything New to the Jam. Scheduled in 2022 as The Box Turtles - lightning ended the show. Based in Manhattan – this 4pc band with a new member lineup and new name will play their mix of Midwest rock8:15 p.m. Kyndred This Hays based band played in 2022. A 5pc band is here to Rock a 2nd time – Heavy Metal8:30 p.m. HyWay 14 New to Festival Jam. Pretty Prairie is home for this 4pc band. They describe their music as grunge-rock/red-dirt country.8:45 p.m. Bootleg Mercy Multiple Rock Music award nominations. This 4pc band rocked in 2023 – playing Rock/Grunge9:00 p.m. Dune Buggy This talented 5pc group has years of experience. Their 12 minute set will include Rock &amp; Pop.9:15 p.m. Love Like War New to Festival Jam. Central Kansas roots – 5pc band playing Alt Rock. Lead singer is known as ‘Chewy’ – I was told it is a Star Wars thing??9:30 p.m. Steve Hanson &amp; Co. The founder of SM Hanson Music– their 38th time at the Jam. Always a variety – always great.9:45 p.m. The Blades You gotta love a rock/pop/funk band with horns! We have requested a larger stage area for the members (hard to count that high). Always a great end to the SM Hanson Festival Jam

38th Annual SM Hanson Festival Jam lineup announced

Join King in the Community host and Salina Post News Director Nate King as he discusses severe weather preparedness in Saline County with special guest Alyssa Sanchez, new Saline County deputy emergency management director.

 Learn about the importance of having a preparedness kit, an emergency plan, and how to stay informed during severe weather events. On this episode, you will discover crucial tips for tornado preparedness and find out how Saline County coordinates with other counties during emergencies.

Stay weather aware and be ready, so thay way you don't have to get ready when disaster strikes.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.salinecountyks.gov/emergency-management">Check out Saline County Emergency Management's website here.&nbsp;</a>

For LIVE weather radar, check out&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/severe-weather">Salina Post's weather tab here.</a>&nbsp;

READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/0bff8d17-4692-4605-a56b-4ca82f54a227">UPDATED — local officials prepare for May 6 severe weather</a>

<div><iframe title="Alyssa Sanchez, Deputy Director for Saline County Emergency Management" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=srddc-15f726b-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>By SALINA POSTJoin King in the Community host and Salina Post News Director Nate King as he discusses severe weather preparedness in Saline County with special guest Alyssa Sanchez, new Saline County deputy emergency management director. Learn about the importance of having a preparedness kit, an emergency plan, and how to stay informed during severe weather events. On this episode, you will discover crucial tips for tornado preparedness and find out how Saline County coordinates with other counties during emergencies.Stay weather aware and be ready, so thay way you don't have to get ready when disaster strikes.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.salinecountyks.gov/emergency-management">Check out Saline County Emergency Management's website here.&nbsp;</a>For LIVE weather radar, check out&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/severe-weather">Salina Post's weather tab here.</a>&nbsp;READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/0bff8d17-4692-4605-a56b-4ca82f54a227">UPDATED — local officials prepare for May 6 severe weather</a>

🎙King in the Community: Alyssa Sanchez, Deputy Director at Saline County Emergency Management

On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman speaks with&nbsp;HaysMed President, CEO Eddie Herrman.

<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/o8KYn5O7ROo?si=I9ZAyP0OjLukO9P5" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman speaks with&nbsp;HaysMed President, CEO Eddie Herrman.

🎤Forward Ever: HaysMed President, CEO Eddie Herrman

BY:&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasreflector.com/author/rmipro/">RACHEL MIPRO</a> Kansas Reflector

TOPEKA — As the dust settles on the legislative maneuvering of the chaotic 2024 session, disability rights advocates applaud a budget provision meant to shorten wait times for disabled Kansans who need services.

Lawmakers overrode Gov. Laura Kelly’s veto to implement a provision that puts caps on the wait times for Kansans who want to receive state-funded disability services. Included in the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.kslegislature.org/li/b2023_24/measures/documents/ccrb_sb28_01_0000.pdf">state budget</a>, the provision would forbid the waiting lists from exceeding 6,800 people during the fiscal year that begins in July.&nbsp;

Rocky Nichols, executive director of the Disability Rights Center of Kansas, said the change is “incredibly positive.”

“It tells me the Legislature takes a waiting list seriously,” Nichols said. “This is going to have a huge impact. Hats off, and I really want to commend the Legislature for coming up with these provisos because it’s a very innovative way to ensure that you’re actually going to reduce the waiting list. You set a cap.”

The&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://kdads.ks.gov/docs/librariesprovider17/ltss/hcbs/waivers/participation-reports/2024/waiver-program-participation-report-4.15.24.pdf?sfvrsn=2e483674_3">latest data show</a>s&nbsp;7,698 Kansans currently waiting for services, with 5,342 people on the intellectual and developmental disabilities waitlist and 2,356 people on the physical disability waitlist.

The Legislature set aside $45.8 million, available for fiscal year 2025, to fund services for 1,000 Kansans who are currently on the state’s waiting lists, divided evenly between people with intellectual and physical disabilities and those who have physical disabilities.

If enrollment trends continue along the same lines as last year, when 561 new people enrolled in the intellectual disability waitlist, the proposed new funding would not be enough to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://kansasreflector.com/2024/03/15/state-budget-blueprint-leaves-out-kansans-who-need-state-disability-services/">lessen the waitlist on its own</a>.&nbsp;

During the veto override debate last week, Sen. Rick Billinger, a Goodland Republican, said lawmakers couldn’t “continue to kick this down the road.”

“Folks, we put $38 million into a soccer tournament,” Billinger said. “If we can’t put dollars in here for the IDD and the PD, we better refocus. And I believe that this is a step to try to get us to do better, because we must do better. We’re failing this community.”

The law requires KDADS by January to provide the Legislature with an estimate on the costs of keeping this cap in place. The Legislature will have to pass a supplemental funding bill to cover the costs of keeping the lists below the caps of 4,800 for the IDD waitlist and 2,000 for the PD waitlist.

The waitlists have been a long-intensifying problem. Kansans with intellectual or developmental disabilities are eligible for Medicaid-funded support waivers that cover a variety of needed services. People who want to receive this assistance are placed on a waiting list supervised by KDADS.

But wait times can last more than 10 years, and more and more Kansans have been added to the slow-moving lists. Kansas Reflector examined this issue last year in the series&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://kansasreflector.com/2023/10/18/a-lack-of-imagination-kansans-ask-lawmakers-to-stop-dithering-over-disability-supports/">“On the List</a>.”

“The veto override works to ensure 500 new Kansans with intellectual and developmental disabilities are eliminated from our historic, record-high IDD waitlist, and will start receiving essential HCBS waiver services,” said Sara Hart Weir, executive director of the Kansas Council on Developmental Disabilities. “Moreover, this veto override caps the IDD waitlist in Kansas at 4,800, which is another long-term step toward eliminating our IDD waitlist in the Sunflower State.”

Kelly said she supported finding a solution to the wait times. But she vetoed the caps because of concerns about capacity if they were implemented.

“By instituting a cap on the number on the waitlists, the agency will be unable to maintain reserve capacity intended for specialty populations such as children coming into DCF custody, Home and Community Based Service,” Kelly said in a veto explanation. “… In addition, continually adding slots to these waivers haphazardly or thoughtlessly capping the waitlist number will not be sufficient or sustainable unless provider capacity is also addressed.”

The Senate voted 28-12 and the House 116-9 to override the governor’s veto.

“I’m not concerned about creating new problems. The problems continue to be there,” said Sen. Molly Baumgardner, R-Louisburg. “And they continue to be ignored by the agency. I support this veto override effort. And I urge the governor to have her secretary get the work done that needs to be done so that we as a legislature can clearly address the needs of the kids that are on the waitlist.”

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715030902596.jpeg" alt="Sen. Rick Billinger, a Goodland Republican, said the Legislature needed to work on more immediate solutions to the state's long wait times for disability services. (Tim Carpenter/Kansas Reflector)" />
 <figcaption>Sen. Rick Billinger, a Goodland Republican, said the Legislature needed to work on more immediate solutions to the state's long wait times for disability services. (Tim Carpenter/Kansas Reflector)</figcaption>
 </figure>BY:&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasreflector.com/author/rmipro/">RACHEL MIPRO</a> Kansas ReflectorTOPEKA — As the dust settles on the legislative maneuvering of the chaotic 2024 session, disability rights advocates applaud a budget provision meant to shorten wait times for disabled Kansans who need services.Lawmakers overrode Gov. Laura Kelly’s veto to implement a provision that puts caps on the wait times for Kansans who want to receive state-funded disability services. Included in the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.kslegislature.org/li/b2023_24/measures/documents/ccrb_sb28_01_0000.pdf">state budget</a>, the provision would forbid the waiting lists from exceeding 6,800 people during the fiscal year that begins in July.&nbsp;Rocky Nichols, executive director of the Disability Rights Center of Kansas, said the change is “incredibly positive.”“It tells me the Legislature takes a waiting list seriously,” Nichols said. “This is going to have a huge impact. Hats off, and I really want to commend the Legislature for coming up with these provisos because it’s a very innovative way to ensure that you’re actually going to reduce the waiting list. You set a cap.”The&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://kdads.ks.gov/docs/librariesprovider17/ltss/hcbs/waivers/participation-reports/2024/waiver-program-participation-report-4.15.24.pdf?sfvrsn=2e483674_3">latest data show</a>s&nbsp;7,698 Kansans currently waiting for services, with 5,342 people on the intellectual and developmental disabilities waitlist and 2,356 people on the physical disability waitlist.The Legislature set aside $45.8 million, available for fiscal year 2025, to fund services for 1,000 Kansans who are currently on the state’s waiting lists, divided evenly between people with intellectual and physical disabilities and those who have physical disabilities.If enrollment trends continue along the same lines as last year, when 561 new people enrolled in the intellectual disability waitlist, the proposed new funding would not be enough to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://kansasreflector.com/2024/03/15/state-budget-blueprint-leaves-out-kansans-who-need-state-disability-services/">lessen the waitlist on its own</a>.&nbsp;During the veto override debate last week, Sen. Rick Billinger, a Goodland Republican, said lawmakers couldn’t “continue to kick this down the road.”“Folks, we put $38 million into a soccer tournament,” Billinger said. “If we can’t put dollars in here for the IDD and the PD, we better refocus. And I believe that this is a step to try to get us to do better, because we must do better. We’re failing this community.”The law requires KDADS by January to provide the Legislature with an estimate on the costs of keeping this cap in place. The Legislature will have to pass a supplemental funding bill to cover the costs of keeping the lists below the caps of 4,800 for the IDD waitlist and 2,000 for the PD waitlist.The waitlists have been a long-intensifying problem. Kansans with intellectual or developmental disabilities are eligible for Medicaid-funded support waivers that cover a variety of needed services. People who want to receive this assistance are placed on a waiting list supervised by KDADS.But wait times can last more than 10 years, and more and more Kansans have been added to the slow-moving lists. Kansas Reflector examined this issue last year in the series&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://kansasreflector.com/2023/10/18/a-lack-of-imagination-kansans-ask-lawmakers-to-stop-dithering-over-disability-supports/">“On the List</a>.”“The veto override works to ensure 500 new Kansans with intellectual and developmental disabilities are eliminated from our historic, record-high IDD waitlist, and will start receiving essential HCBS waiver services,” said Sara Hart Weir, executive director of the Kansas Council on Developmental Disabilities. “Moreover, this veto override caps the IDD waitlist in Kansas at 4,800, which is another long-term step toward eliminating our IDD waitlist in the Sunflower State.”Kelly said she supported finding a solution to the wait times. But she vetoed the caps because of concerns about capacity if they were implemented.“By instituting a cap on the number on the waitlists, the agency will be unable to maintain reserve capacity intended for specialty populations such as children coming into DCF custody, Home and Community Based Service,” Kelly said in a veto explanation. “… In addition, continually adding slots to these waivers haphazardly or thoughtlessly capping the waitlist number will not be sufficient or sustainable unless provider capacity is also addressed.”The Senate voted 28-12 and the House 116-9 to override the governor’s veto.“I’m not concerned about creating new problems. The problems continue to be there,” said Sen. Molly Baumgardner, R-Louisburg. “And they continue to be ignored by the agency. I support this veto override effort. And I urge the governor to have her secretary get the work done that needs to be done so that we as a legislature can clearly address the needs of the kids that are on the waitlist.”

‘Incredibly positive’: Disability advocates commend Kansas Republicans’ effort on waitlists

Check this post for weather updates throughout the day and tune in to <a href="http://910kina.com">910kina.com</a> for continuous coverage courtesy of Randy Picking

Email storm related photos to newstips@salinapost.com please include the location of where the photo was taken, and who took the photo.

By SALINA POST A number of severe storms swept through our area last night. See below for all May 6, 2024 storm watches and warnings for our coverage area.

Severe thunderstorm warning in effect until 9:30 p.m.&nbsp;(EXPIRED)

A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9:30 p.m. CDT FOR NORTH CENTRAL RILEY AND NORTHWESTERN POTTAWATOMIE COUNTIES.

At 9:00 p.m. CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Tuttle Creek Lake, moving northeast at 45 mph.

THIS IS A DESTRUCTIVE STORM FOR northern Riley County and western Pottawatomie County.

HAZARD Baseball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts.

SOURCE Public. At 8:45 p.m., public reported 2 inch hail 1 mile southeast of Riley.

IMPACT People and animals outdoors will be severely injured. Expect shattered windows, extensive damage to roofs, siding, and vehicles.

Locations impacted include: Blaine, Olsburg, Randolph, and Tuttle Creek Lake

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 11:00 p.m. CDT for northeastern

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Northwestern Geary County in east central Kansas, West central Riley County in northeastern Kansas, West central Pottawatomie County in northeastern Kansas, Southeastern Clay County in north central Kansas until 9:00 p.m.(EXPIRED)

At 8:34 p.m. a severe thunderstorm was located near Milford,
 moving northeast at 40 mph. THIS IS A DESTRUCTIVE STORM FOR locations near Milford Lake and
central Riley counties.

HAZARD Softball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts.
 SOURCE Emergency management At 8:30 p.m., Emergency Management
 reported softball-sized hail near Upland.

IMPACT People and animals outdoors will be severely injured.
 Expect shattered windows, and extensive damage to roofs,
 siding, and vehicles.

* This severe thunderstorm will be near...
 Riley and Leonardville around 8:40 p.m. CDT

TORNADO WARNING ISSUED FOR NORTHEASTERN DICKINSON, GEARY and RILEY COUNTIES&nbsp;(EXPIRED)

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a Tornado Warning for&nbsp; Northeastern Dickinson County in central Kansas, Northwestern Geary County in east central Kansas, Southwestern Riley County in northeastern Kansas, and Southeastern Clay County in north central Kansas until 8:45 p.m. CDT.

At 8:08 p.m. CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado&nbsp;  was located near Moonlight, moving northeast at 45 mph.

HAZARD Tornado and half dollar size hail.

SOURCE Weather spotters reported a funnel cloud. At 8:06 p.m., trained spotters reported a funnel cloud 1 mile east of Abilene.

IMPACT Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without&nbsp; shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed.&nbsp; Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree&nbsp; damage is likely.

Locations impacted include: Junction City, Abilene, Chapman, Wakefield, Milford, Milford Lake, and Moonlight.

This includes Interstate 70 between mile markers 275 and 288.

TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest&nbsp;floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.

Tornado Warning Issued for Dickinson County&nbsp;(EXPIRED)

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Warning for Northern Dickinson County effective until 815 p.m. CDT. At 7:47 p.m. CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
 was located 7 miles south of Solomon, moving northeast at 35 mph. HAZARD Tornado and ping pong ball size hail.
 SOURCE Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
 shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed.
 Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree
 damage is likely.

Locations impacted include Abilene, Enterprise, and Talmage.

This includes Interstate 70 between mile markers 268 and 283.
 PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS&nbsp;TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.

According to the National Weather Service, the tornado warning issued for northern Dickinson County is canceled. A Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued May 6 at 7:01 p.m. CDT until May 6 at 7:30 p.m. CDT by NWS Topeka KS.

At 7:00 p.m. CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 3 miles east of Talmage to near Enterprise to 3 miles west of Ramona, moving northeast at 55 mph.

HAZARD 60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail.

SOURCE Trained weather spotters. At 6:57 p.m. , a trained spotter reported wind gusts of 60 mph in Abilene.

IMPACT Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

Locations impacted include: Junction City, Abilene, Herington, Grandview Plaza, Chapman,

Enterprise, White City, Hope, Woodbine, Latimer, and Moonlight.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 11:00 p.m. CDT for central Kansas.

Read below for additional May 6 weather updates

Tornado Warning Issued for Northern Dickinson County (EXPIRED)

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a Tornado Warning for&nbsp;Northern Dickinson County in central Kansas until 7:15 p.m. CDT. At 6:44 p.m. CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
 was located 7 miles south of Solomon, moving northeast at 45 mph. HAZARD Tornado and quarter size hail.
 SOURCE Radar indicated rotation.

IMPACT Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
 shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed.
 Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree
 damage is likely. Locations impacted include Abilene, Chapman, Solomon, Enterprise, Moonlight, and Talmage.

This includes Interstate 70 between mile markers 267 and 288. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS&nbsp;TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Mcpherson, Western Dickinson and Southeastern Saline Counties in effect until 7:00 p.m.&nbsp;(EXPIRED)

A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7:00 p.m. CDT
FOR MCPHERSON, WESTERN DICKINSON AND SOUTHEASTERN SALINE COUNTIES At 6:22 p.m. CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line
extending from near Assaria to near Lindsborg to near Mcpherson,
moving northeast at 50 mph.
 HAZARD 70 mph wind gusts and nickel size hail.
 SOURCE Radar indicated.
 IMPACT Expect considerable tree damage. Damage is likely to mobile
 homes, roofs, and outbuildings.
 Locations impacted include Mcpherson, Lindsborg, Galva, Canton, Marquette, Assaria, Gypsum,
Smolan, Falun, Bridgeport, Roxbury, Western Dickinson County in central Kansas and Kipp PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 11:00 p.m. CDT for central
Kansas.

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.&nbsp;

TORNADO WARNING ISSUED FOR PARTS OF WASHINGTON, CLAY AND CLOUD COUNTIES UNTIL 6:30 p.m. (NOW EXPIRED)

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a Tornado Warning for Southwestern Washington County in north central Kansas, Northwestern Clay County in north central Kansas, Eastern Cloud County in north central Kansas Until 6:30 p.m. CDT.&nbsp;

At 5:58 p.m. CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
  was located 4 miles northeast of Miltonvale, moving northeast at 45
  mph.


HAZARD Tornado SOURCE Radar indicated rotation

IMPACT Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
 shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed.
 Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree
 damage is likely. Locations impacted include Clyde, Clifton, Miltonvale, Morganville, Palmer, and Vining PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS: TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.