

HAYS – Fort Hays State University's Kansas Academy of Mathematics and Science will host four camps for incoming freshmen and sophomores in the month of June.

Fort Hays State faculty and staff will organize each camp, all of which are focused in areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Students will stay in a residence hall on the Fort Hays State campus with staff available all day and night to assist campers. Each camp is four days long with check-in and drop off beginning Sunday evening.

May 31-June 4: Engineering Design &amp; Art: 3D Scanning &amp; Printing, Digital Manipulation, &amp; Lost Wax Casting

The use of 3D printing and scanning is exploding across the engineering and industrial design world. It has also found a home in the art community! At this highly interactive camp, students will learn to use and navigate advanced 3D modeling software to create a self-portrait using wax castings, ceramic molds, and sculpting techniques. Campers will also have an opportunity to use the highly innovative equipment featured at the FHSU Center for Applied Technology to create some one-of-a-kind art projects. Join us for a camp designed for both engineers and artists alike!

June 7-11: Math, Code, &amp; Magic

Calling all aspiring magicians and computer scientists! This camp is for you. At this interactive, computer science-based camp, students will learn and acquire basic Java programming skills to reveal the secrets behind some of magic’s most difficult card tricks. Featuring hands-on lab time and graphic user interface learning, campers will work to uncover the mathematics behind some amazing and magical “read your mind” card tricks. Abracadabra!

June 14-18: EcoTech: Birds &amp; Bytes

This camp features exciting biology and introductory computer programming projects to help students discover how hands-on ecology and high-tech tools can work hand-in-hand. Campers will get to conduct water studies at the historic Cheyenne Bottoms, create real smartphone nature-tracking apps, capture and collect data on small mammals, and build DIY trail cameras. These students will even get to develop their computational thinking skills by programming a Raspberry Pi microcomputer. Discover nature with us in a unique and innovative learning environment!

June 21-25: Faster than the Speed of Sight

Physics with high-speed cameras? Count us in! At this camp, students will learn how to use a high-speed camera and analyze video of events that are too fast to see with the naked eye. Questions such as “how long is the blink of an eye” and “do a baseball and basketball really fall at the same rate” will be answered as students collect video recordings of experiments and measure data in a high-speed learning environment. Channel your inner Albert Einstein and explore some of the latest breakthroughs in modern physics!

There is a $100 registration fee for residents of Kansas and a $400 for non-residents. This fee includes room &amp; board, camp supplies, and a camp t-shirt. Each camp is limited to 20 students and priority will be on a first come, first served basis with a maximum of one camp per student. The priority deadline for registration is April 1. The final deadline for registration is May 1.

To register for an event, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsu.edu/kams/summer-camps/index" target="_blank">https://fhsu.edu/kams/summer-camps/index</a>. Registration must be mailed in with full payment to reserve a spot.

KAMS is an early-entry-to-college program that focuses on advanced mathematics and science. While studying at KAMS, students live on campus in a select residence hall with other KAMS students from across Kansas and around the world. Over the course of two years, students complete over 60 hours of college credit. These college classes are taken alongside traditional college undergraduates and taught by college professors while simultaneously contributing to their high school graduation requirements.



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HAYS – Fort Hays State University's Kansas Academy of Mathematics and Science will host four camps for incoming freshmen and sophomores in the month of June.Fort Hays State faculty and staff will organize each camp, all of which are focused in areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Students will stay in a residence hall on the Fort Hays State campus with staff available all day and night to assist campers. Each camp is four days long with check-in and drop off beginning Sunday evening.Camp dates are listed chronologically.May 31-June 4: Engineering Design &amp; Art: 3D Scanning &amp; Printing, Digital Manipulation, &amp; Lost Wax CastingThe use of 3D printing and scanning is exploding across the engineering and industrial design world. It has also found a home in the art community! At this highly interactive camp, students will learn to use and navigate advanced 3D modeling software to create a self-portrait using wax castings, ceramic molds, and sculpting techniques. Campers will also have an opportunity to use the highly innovative equipment featured at the FHSU Center for Applied Technology to create some one-of-a-kind art projects. Join us for a camp designed for both engineers and artists alike!June 7-11: Math, Code, &amp; MagicCalling all aspiring magicians and computer scientists! This camp is for you. At this interactive, computer science-based camp, students will learn and acquire basic Java programming skills to reveal the secrets behind some of magic’s most difficult card tricks. Featuring hands-on lab time and graphic user interface learning, campers will work to uncover the mathematics behind some amazing and magical “read your mind” card tricks. Abracadabra!June 14-18: EcoTech: Birds &amp; BytesThis camp features exciting biology and introductory computer programming projects to help students discover how hands-on ecology and high-tech tools can work hand-in-hand. Campers will get to conduct water studies at the historic Cheyenne Bottoms, create real smartphone nature-tracking apps, capture and collect data on small mammals, and build DIY trail cameras. These students will even get to develop their computational thinking skills by programming a Raspberry Pi microcomputer. Discover nature with us in a unique and innovative learning environment!June 21-25: Faster than the Speed of SightPhysics with high-speed cameras? Count us in! At this camp, students will learn how to use a high-speed camera and analyze video of events that are too fast to see with the naked eye. Questions such as “how long is the blink of an eye” and “do a baseball and basketball really fall at the same rate” will be answered as students collect video recordings of experiments and measure data in a high-speed learning environment. Channel your inner Albert Einstein and explore some of the latest breakthroughs in modern physics!There is a $100 registration fee for residents of Kansas and a $400 for non-residents. This fee includes room &amp; board, camp supplies, and a camp t-shirt. Each camp is limited to 20 students and priority will be on a first come, first served basis with a maximum of one camp per student. The priority deadline for registration is April 1. The final deadline for registration is May 1.To register for an event, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://fhsu.edu/kams/summer-camps/index" target="_blank">https://fhsu.edu/kams/summer-camps/index</a>. Registration must be mailed in with full payment to reserve a spot.About KAMSKAMS is an early-entry-to-college program that focuses on advanced mathematics and science. While studying at KAMS, students live on campus in a select residence hall with other KAMS students from across Kansas and around the world. Over the course of two years, students complete over 60 hours of college credit. These college classes are taken alongside traditional college undergraduates and taught by college professors while simultaneously contributing to their high school graduation requirements.

Registration open for KAMS camps at FHSU

See what's new at the Salina Public Library. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/salinapubliclibrary/">Salina Public Library</a> Facebook page:

See what's new at the Salina Public Library. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/salinapubliclibrary/">Salina Public Library</a> Facebook page:<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fsalinapubliclibrary%2Fposts%2F10158225781218140%3A0&width=500" width="500" height="681" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowTransparency="true" allow="encrypted-media"></iframe></div>

See what's new at the Salina Public Library

TOPEKA -- The Kansas Attorney General's Office seeks nominations for five awards that recognize service to victims of crime.

The awards are made each year to recognize agencies, organizations and individuals who provide exemplary service to victims of crime in Kansas. The deadline for receiving nominations is March 1. Nomination forms and detailed information on the nomination process for each of the award categories can be found at https://ag.ks.gov/victims-awards.

Nominations are open in the following award categories.

Criminal Justice (Law Enforcement Officer, Prosecutor, Judge, Probation/Parole) – Individuals who made a positive contribution regarding the needs of victims or offender accountability within the criminal justice response should be nominated for this award.

Community Champion (Individual, Employer or Business, Organization or Other) – This award recognizes an individual or group that made a significant difference for victims of crime.

Outstanding Victim Service Organization – This award recognizes a victim service organization for outstanding work in improving the lives of victims of crime.

Outstanding System-Based Victim Advocate – This award recognizes a system-based victim advocate for outstanding work in improving the lives of victims of crime.

Outstanding Community-Based Victim Advocate – This award recognizes a community-based victim advocate for outstanding work in improving the lives of victims of crime.

Awards will be given in April at the 23rd Annual Crime Victims Rights Conference in Wichita. These awards are administered by the attorney general’s office Victim Services Division. 

TOPEKA -- The Kansas Attorney General's Office seeks nominations for five awards that recognize service to victims of crime.The awards are made each year to recognize agencies, organizations and individuals who provide exemplary service to victims of crime in Kansas. The deadline for receiving nominations is March 1. Nomination forms and detailed information on the nomination process for each of the award categories can be found at https://ag.ks.gov/victims-awards.Nominations are open in the following award categories.Criminal Justice (Law Enforcement Officer, Prosecutor, Judge, Probation/Parole) – Individuals who made a positive contribution regarding the needs of victims or offender accountability within the criminal justice response should be nominated for this award.Community Champion (Individual, Employer or Business, Organization or Other) – This award recognizes an individual or group that made a significant difference for victims of crime.Outstanding Victim Service Organization – This award recognizes a victim service organization for outstanding work in improving the lives of victims of crime.Outstanding System-Based Victim Advocate – This award recognizes a system-based victim advocate for outstanding work in improving the lives of victims of crime.Outstanding Community-Based Victim Advocate – This award recognizes a community-based victim advocate for outstanding work in improving the lives of victims of crime.Awards will be given in April at the 23rd Annual Crime Victims Rights Conference in Wichita. These awards are administered by the attorney general’s office Victim Services Division.

State AG's office seeks crime victims service awards nominations 

One of the founders of what is now Salina Media Connection (SMC) is returning to Salina to speak at the organization's annual meeting.

Mike Henry, who from 1992 to 1996 also was the former executive director at what was then known as Salina's Access TV, will be the special guest speaker during SMC's 2020 annual meeting on Feb. 29. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. at SMC, 215 North Ninth Street, and is open to the public. 

Henry has more than 25 years in instructional media and currently teaches in media studies at the University of Missouri, Kansas City. 

Additionally, the meeting will showcase SMC highlights from programs in 2019 and provide an overview of projects, Greg Stephens, interim executive director, noted.

One of the founders of what is now Salina Media Connection (SMC) is returning to Salina to speak at the organization's annual meeting.Mike Henry, who from 1992 to 1996 also was the former executive director at what was then known as Salina's Access TV, will be the special guest speaker during SMC's 2020 annual meeting on Feb. 29. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. at SMC, 215 North Ninth Street, and is open to the public. Henry has more than 25 years in instructional media and currently teaches in media studies at the University of Missouri, Kansas City. Additionally, the meeting will showcase SMC highlights from programs in 2019 and provide an overview of projects, Greg Stephens, interim executive director, noted.

Henry to speak at Salina Media Connection annual meeting

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Looking for a job? Statewide Job Fair coming to Salina

Are you on Medicare and do you have questions about your benefits?  Are you or is someone you know soon going to be taking that “leap” into getting Medicare and wanting trustworthy easy-to-understand information from a real person? 

If so, the North Central-Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging (NC-FH AAA) invites you to its Leap Day Medicare Basics presentation to learn about Medicare and get answers to your Medicare questions from an experienced certified Medicare benefits counselor. 

The Leap Day Medicare Basics program is scheduled for 10 a.m. to noon on Feb. 29 in the Prescott Room of the Salina Public Library, 301 West Elm Street. Those wishing to reserve their place should call 1-800-432-2703 or 776-9294 or go to ncfhaaa.com. There is no cost for participants; voluntary contributions are gratefully accepted.

This presentation is part of the NC-FH AAA’s “Answers to Older Kansans” series of seminars. 

"Medicare is very important for older Kansans and people living with disabilities, and it’s insurance so there are lots of bureaucratic words and jargon that make Medicare confusing to many," said Julie Govert Walter, NC-FH AAA executive director. "Our Medicare Basics presentations are one of the best ways to get trustworthy, easy-to-understand information about Medicare and also get answers to questions about your Medicare." 

Karen Mayse, a veteran counselor with the Senior Health Insurance Counselors for Kansas (SHICK) program with the NC-FH AAA will be the presenter. Mayse has provided unbiased information as a SHICK Counselor for more than 10 years and helps people when they are considering Medicare options. This session helps people new to Medicare get the information they need to successfully enroll in Medicare.

Mayse and other SHICK Counselors with the NC-FH AAA answer questions about Medicare Parts A &amp; B and also help people understand supplement insurance options or appeal a bill. They also help people who are having difficulties affording medications get help with drug manufacturers and government programs that help pay for needed prescriptions and insurance.   

Medicare benefits counseling is provided through a partnership between NC-FH AAA and the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services.        

For more information about SHICK or to apply to be a SHICK counselor, call NC-FH AAA at 800-432-2703 or go to <a href="http://www.ncfhaaa.com">www.ncfhaaa.com</a>.

Are you on Medicare and do you have questions about your benefits? Are you or is someone you know soon going to be taking that “leap” into getting Medicare and wanting trustworthy easy-to-understand information from a real person? If so, the North Central-Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging (NC-FH AAA) invites you to its Leap Day Medicare Basics presentation to learn about Medicare and get answers to your Medicare questions from an experienced certified Medicare benefits counselor. The Leap Day Medicare Basics program is scheduled for 10 a.m. to noon on Feb. 29 in the Prescott Room of the Salina Public Library, 301 West Elm Street. Those wishing to reserve their place should call 1-800-432-2703 or 776-9294 or go to ncfhaaa.com. There is no cost for participants; voluntary contributions are gratefully accepted.This presentation is part of the NC-FH AAA’s “Answers to Older Kansans” series of seminars. "Medicare is very important for older Kansans and people living with disabilities, and it’s insurance so there are lots of bureaucratic words and jargon that make Medicare confusing to many," said Julie Govert Walter, NC-FH AAA executive director. "Our Medicare Basics presentations are one of the best ways to get trustworthy, easy-to-understand information about Medicare and also get answers to questions about your Medicare." Karen Mayse, a veteran counselor with the Senior Health Insurance Counselors for Kansas (SHICK) program with the NC-FH AAA will be the presenter. Mayse has provided unbiased information as a SHICK Counselor for more than 10 years and helps people when they are considering Medicare options. This session helps people new to Medicare get the information they need to successfully enroll in Medicare.Mayse and other SHICK Counselors with the NC-FH AAA answer questions about Medicare Parts A &amp; B and also help people understand supplement insurance options or appeal a bill. They also help people who are having difficulties affording medications get help with drug manufacturers and government programs that help pay for needed prescriptions and insurance. Medicare benefits counseling is provided through a partnership between NC-FH AAA and the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services. For more information about SHICK or to apply to be a SHICK counselor, call NC-FH AAA at 800-432-2703 or go to <a href="http://www.ncfhaaa.com">www.ncfhaaa.com</a>.

Leap Day Medicare Basics presentation set for Feb. 29

Salina Downtown, Inc., announces its logo reveal event. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/salinadowntowninc/">Salina Downtown, Inc.</a> Facebook page:

Salina Downtown, Inc., announces its logo reveal event. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/salinadowntowninc/">Salina Downtown, Inc.</a> Facebook page:<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fsalinadowntowninc%2Fposts%2F3096759757009608&width=500" width="500" height="652" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowTransparency="true" allow="encrypted-media"></iframe></div>

Salina Downtown logo reveal event scheduled

Here's proof that there are still good people in this world. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Salina-Shares-771970029488109/">Salina Shares</a> Facebook page:

Here's proof that there are still good people in this world. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Salina-Shares-771970029488109/">Salina Shares</a> Facebook page:<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fpermalink.php%3Fstory_fbid%3D2963232530361837%26id%3D771970029488109&width=500" width="500" height="762" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowTransparency="true" allow="encrypted-media"></iframe></div>

Salina Shares: The commitment of good people

DUI; 4th/subseq conv; incapable of safe driving	

Interf w/LEO; obstr/resist/oppose felony warrant

Charges:&nbsp;Driving under influence of alcohol or drugs; Misdemeanor

Charges:&nbsp;Criminal discharge of firearm; Recklessly at occupied dwelling	

DUI; 3rd in 10y;comp evidence blood/breath .08+	

Recent Booking Activity for the Saline County Jail. All persons included in this post are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law. Courtesy Photos

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Saline County Jail Booking Activity – Sunday

While some areas will get rain, rain mixed with snow is a possibility for some counties in our area, including Saline County.

According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Wichita, rain beginning this morning across southern Kansas will increase in coverage and move north, becoming widespread by early this evening. The heaviest rain will fall this evening and overnight. 

Many areas will pick up 0.75 to 1.25 inches of rain, with higher amounts possible across southern Kansas. Minor flooding impacts will be possible, especially overnight when the heaviest rain can be expected.

Snow may mix with rain early Monday morning across portions of central Kansas. This may lead to some slick spots for the morning commute tomorrow.

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Rain, with chance for snow in some areas, moving in Sunday

The hallways of Salina South Middle School were filled with excited Central Kansas Extension District 4-H members Feb. 15 for the annual 4-H Club Day competition.

The numerous 4-H members were anxiously waiting for their time with the judge for their demonstrations, project talks, public speaking and talent numbers.

While 4-H members anxiously awaited for results they had the opportunity to participate in service projects.  “The Wellness Tote Service Project” filled totes that were constructed during the 48 Hours of 4-H Service Tailgate Party. These will be donated to the Wellness Tote Project which provides the totes to people undergoing cancer treatments. Emma Littich was the coordinator of this service project.

The second service project was “Inspire Kids to Do Service Activity Area” which included a no-sew dog tug toy project. The dog toys will be donated to area dog rescues. Madison Repp was the coordinator of this service project.

The one-day event provided the opportunity for 4-H members to develop their speaking abilities in front of groups while a judge evaluated their performance. All 4-H members participating received a ribbon for their performance.  The top award winners qualified for regional competition on March 28 at Clay Center.

Those receiving either a purple or top purple and alternate winners were:

JUNIOR DEMONSTRATION REGIONAL QUALIFIERS

1st Alternate: Liam Nichols, Solomon Valley

SENIOR DEMONSTRATION REGIONAL QUALIFIERS

2nd Alternate: Kirsten Heimer, Gypsum Valley

4th Alternate: Dylan Koehn, Pleasant Valley

PUBLIC SPEAKING REGIONAL QUALIFIERS

3rd Alternate: Bradley Pfannenstiel, Boldly Go

JUNIOR VOCAL MUSIC SOLO REGIONAL QUALIFIERS

SENIOR VOCAL MUSIC SOLO REGIONAL QUALIFIERS

SENIOR INSTRUMENTAL SOLO REGIONAL QUALIFIERS

2nd Alternate: Matthew Redden, Willing Workers

DANCE: SENIOR SOLO DANCE REGIONAL QUALIFIERS

DANCE: SENIOR GROUP REGIONAL QUALIFIERS

Katrina Fahrenthold &amp; Ella Tracy, Boldly Go

DRAMA: JUNIOR READING REGIONAL QUALIFERS

1st Alternate: Lillian Hulse, Pleasant Valley

DRAMA: SENIOR READING REGIONAL QUALIFIER

1st Alternate: Madison Repp, Friendly Valley

Pleasant Valley A -- Lindy Huitt, Brooklyn Swetson, Justin Swetson, Troy Wisbey, Landon Wisbey, Maddy Shamburg, Clayton Shamburg, Claire Saenger, Kenzie Racette, Erica Koehn

Pleasant Valley B -- Hunter Johnson, Abby Gans, Ava Jaderborg, Dylan Koehn, Peyton Piepho, Jordan Murphy, Anah Murphy, Dawson Murphy, Kyson Murphy, Jace Ohlson, Jayci Shephard

GAVEL GAMES JUNIOR REGIONAL QUALIFIERS

Boldly Go C Team -- Bradley Pfannenstiel, Briley Pfannenstiel, Zephaniah Woody, Emmaelyn Woody, Traven Dotson

Boldly Go B Team -- Karley Thelander, Eli Olander, Isaiah Olander, Ava Driscoll, Noah Davis

1st Alternate, Boldly Go D Team -- Caleb Schlatter, Mattias Schlatter, Annaston Kejr, Bree Kejr

2nd Alternate Team, Cardinal -- Jaelyn Gates, Adilynn Cox, Rio Rairden, Ty Tillberg, Jerzie Holmes

GAVEL GAMES SENIOR REGIONAL QUALIFIERS

Boldly Go Team A -- Matthew Hogan, Tim Ade, Grace Pfannenstiel, Katie Buchanan, Mary Hogan

Pleasant Valley -- Peyton Piepho, Jayci Shephard, Dylan Koehn, August Hulse, Jace Ohlson

1st Alternate, Boldly Go B Team -- Katrina Fahrenthold, Ben Hogan, Klaira Thelander, Ben Schlatter, Ella Tracy

Other 4-H Club Day Placings were as follows.

Ribbon Placings: P=Purple, B=Blue, R=Red, W=White, Part=Participation

R Friendly Valley: Christian Peterson, Nolan Schoenfeld, Caden Peterson, Arianna Isaacson, Ryla Alexander, Dierkson Alexander, Mason Deckard, Jack Hammond, Sabrina Hammond, Rick Hammond, Kanton Schoenfeld

R Matthew &amp; Ashley Whelchel, Gypsum Valley

The hallways of Salina South Middle School were filled with excited Central Kansas Extension District 4-H members Feb. 15 for the annual 4-H Club Day competition.The numerous 4-H members were anxiously waiting for their time with the judge for their demonstrations, project talks, public speaking and talent numbers.While 4-H members anxiously awaited for results they had the opportunity to participate in service projects. “The Wellness Tote Service Project” filled totes that were constructed during the 48 Hours of 4-H Service Tailgate Party. These will be donated to the Wellness Tote Project which provides the totes to people undergoing cancer treatments. Emma Littich was the coordinator of this service project.The second service project was “Inspire Kids to Do Service Activity Area” which included a no-sew dog tug toy project. The dog toys will be donated to area dog rescues. Madison Repp was the coordinator of this service project.The one-day event provided the opportunity for 4-H members to develop their speaking abilities in front of groups while a judge evaluated their performance. All 4-H members participating received a ribbon for their performance. The top award winners qualified for regional competition on March 28 at Clay Center.Those receiving either a purple or top purple and alternate winners were:JUNIOR DEMONSTRATION REGIONAL QUALIFIERSKinsley Foth, Willing WorkersLillian Hulse, Pleasant ValleyAnnaston Kejr, Bodly GoTy Tillberg, Cardinal1st Alternate: Liam Nichols, Solomon Valley2nd Alternate: Acacia Pracht, Smoky ViewSENIOR DEMONSTRATION REGIONAL QUALIFIERSJoel Hennes, Willing WorkersMadeline Lilak, Willing WorkersEmma Littich, Smoky ViewKaitlyn Watkins, Gypsum Valley1st Alternate: Reygan Schrock, Cardinal2nd Alternate: Kirsten Heimer, Gypsum Valley3rd Alternate: Owen Tracy, Boldly Go4th Alternate: Dylan Koehn, Pleasant ValleyPUBLIC SPEAKING REGIONAL QUALIFIERSCarson Fouard, CardinalAugust Hulse, Pleasant ValleyWeston Schrader, Solomon ValleyElla Tracy, Boldly Go1st Alternate: Liam Nichols, Solomon ValleyPROJECT TALK REGIONAL QUALIFIERSJaelyn Gates, CardinalEli Olander, Boldly GoBriley Pfannenstiel, Boldly GoKyle Phipps, Solomon Valley1st Alternate: Zoe Ade, Boldly Go2nd Alternate: Eian Pracht, Smoky View3rd Alternate: Bradley Pfannenstiel, Boldly GoJUNIOR VOCAL MUSIC SOLO REGIONAL QUALIFIERSEli Thiel, Gypsum ValleyHannah Thiel, Gypsum ValleySENIOR VOCAL MUSIC SOLO REGIONAL QUALIFIERSAdelaide Easter, Sunny ValleyHaley Thiel, Gypsum ValleySENIOR INSTRUMENTAL SOLO REGIONAL QUALIFIERSKatrina Fahrenthold, Boldly GoEmma Littich, Smoky View1st Alternate: Timothy Ade, Boldly Go2nd Alternate: Matthew Redden, Willing WorkersDANCE: SENIOR SOLO DANCE REGIONAL QUALIFIERSEmma Littich, Smoky ViewDANCE: SENIOR GROUP REGIONAL QUALIFIERSKatrina Fahrenthold &amp; Ella Tracy, Boldly GoDRAMA: JUNIOR READING REGIONAL QUALIFERSKatelyn Griffin, Smoky ViewAcacia Pracht, Smoky View1st Alternate: Lillian Hulse, Pleasant ValleyDRAMA: SENIOR READING REGIONAL QUALIFIERCarson Fouard, CardinalElla Tracy, Boldly Go1st Alternate: Madison Repp, Friendly ValleyDRAMA: SENIOR SOLO ACTINGShelby Stolzenburg, Willing WorkersDRAMA: SKITPleasant Valley A -- Lindy Huitt, Brooklyn Swetson, Justin Swetson, Troy Wisbey, Landon Wisbey, Maddy Shamburg, Clayton Shamburg, Claire Saenger, Kenzie Racette, Erica KoehnPleasant Valley B -- Hunter Johnson, Abby Gans, Ava Jaderborg, Dylan Koehn, Peyton Piepho, Jordan Murphy, Anah Murphy, Dawson Murphy, Kyson Murphy, Jace Ohlson, Jayci ShephardMODEL MEETING REGIONAL QUALIFIERSWilling Workers 4-H ClubGAVEL GAMES JUNIOR REGIONAL QUALIFIERSBoldly Go C Team -- Bradley Pfannenstiel, Briley Pfannenstiel, Zephaniah Woody, Emmaelyn Woody, Traven DotsonBoldly Go B Team -- Karley Thelander, Eli Olander, Isaiah Olander, Ava Driscoll, Noah Davis1st Alternate, Boldly Go D Team -- Caleb Schlatter, Mattias Schlatter, Annaston Kejr, Bree Kejr2nd Alternate Team, Cardinal -- Jaelyn Gates, Adilynn Cox, Rio Rairden, Ty Tillberg, Jerzie HolmesGAVEL GAMES SENIOR REGIONAL QUALIFIERSBoldly Go Team A -- Matthew Hogan, Tim Ade, Grace Pfannenstiel, Katie Buchanan, Mary HoganPleasant Valley -- Peyton Piepho, Jayci Shephard, Dylan Koehn, August Hulse, Jace Ohlson1st Alternate, Boldly Go B Team -- Katrina Fahrenthold, Ben Hogan, Klaira Thelander, Ben Schlatter, Ella TracyOther 4-H Club Day Placings were as follows.Ribbon Placings: P=Purple, B=Blue, R=Red, W=White, Part=ParticipationJunior Vocal SolosP Hannah Thiel, Gypsum ValleyB Zoe Ade, Boldly GoP Eli Thiel, Gypsum ValleyW Bailey Fritz, Gypsum ValleySenior Vocal SolosR Klaira Thelander, Boldly GoB Brynna Anderson, Smoky ViewR Timothy Ade, Boldly GoB Adelaide Easter, Sunny ValleyP Adelaide Easter, Sunny ValleyP Haley Thiel, Gypsum ValleyB Emma Littich, Smoky ViewVocal EnsembleR Friendly Valley: Christian Peterson, Nolan Schoenfeld, Caden Peterson, Arianna Isaacson, Ryla Alexander, Dierkson Alexander, Mason Deckard, Jack Hammond, Sabrina Hammond, Rick Hammond, Kanton SchoenfeldJunior Instrumental SolosP Zoe Ade, Boldly GoB Annaston Kejr, Boldly GoB Caleb Schlatter, Boldly GoB Charlotte Knopf, Gypsum ValleyB Eli Olander, Boldly GoR Matthew &amp; Ashley Whelchel, Gypsum ValleyB Zoe Ade, Boldly GoB Ashley Whelchel, Gypsum ValleyP Lillian Hulse, Pleasant ValleyR Matthew Whelchel, Gypsum ValleyR Zephaniah Woody, Boldly GoB May McKain, Solomon ValleyR Ashley Whelchel, Gypsum ValleySenior Instrumental SolosR Kaitlyn Watkins, Gypsum ValleyB Lane Fritz, Gypsum ValleyP Matthew Redden, Willing WorkersP Katrina Fahrenthold, Boldly GoB Madison Repp, Friendly ValleyB Kayla Norberg, Smoky ViewB Clare McKain, Solomon ValleyB Madison Repp, Friendly ValleyP Emma Littich, Smoky ViewB Shelby Stolzenburg, Willing WorkersP Timothy Ade, Boldly GoInstrumental EnsembleP Madison Repp, Friendly Valley, Matthew Redden, Willing WorkersR Kiley Isaacson &amp; Kaitlyn Watkins, Gypsum ValleySenior Dance: SoloP Emma Littich, Smoky ViewSenior Dance: GroupP Katrina Fahrenthold &amp; Ella Tracy, Boldly GoSenior Drama: SkitP Pleasant Valley: Lindy Huitt, Brooklyn Swetson, Justin Swetson, Troy Wisbey, Landon Wisbey, Maddy Shamburg, Clayton Shamburg, Claire Seanger, Kenzie Racette, Erica KoehnP Pleasant Valley: Hunter Johnson, Abby Gans, Ava Jaderborg, Dylan Koehn, Peyton Piepho, Jordan Murphy, Anah Murphy, Dawson Murphy, Kyson Murphy, Jace Ohlson, Jayci ShephardDrama: Jr. ReadingR Emmelyn Woody, Boldly GoR Charlotte Knopf, Gypsum ValleyB Mathias Schlatter, Boldly GoB KayLynn Noon, Solomon ValleyB Wyatt Griffin, Smoky ViewP Acacia Pracht, Smoky ViewP Katelyn Griffin, Smoky ViewB Katelyn Griffin, Smoky ViewP Lillian Hulse, Pleasant ValleyB Zoe Ade, Boldly GoDrama: Sr. ReadingB Timothy Ade, Boldly GoB Matthew Redden, Willing WorkersR Erik Schlatter, Boldly GoR Jeannie George, Sunny ValleyB Soran Mannebach, Willing WorkersP Madison Repp, Friendly ValleyB Madison Repp, Friendly ValleyB August Hulse, Pleasant ValleyP Carson Fouard, CardinalP Ella Tracy, Boldly GoDrama: Sr. Solo ActingP Shelby Stolzenburg, Willing WorkersSharingPart Eli Thiel, Gypsum ValleyPart Bailey Fritz, Gypsum ValleyPart Wyatt Griffin, Smoky ViewPart Maia Pracht, Smoky ViewPart Eddie Littich, Smoky ViewPart Bree Kejr, Boldly GoPart Remington Lofdahl, Smoky ViewPart Xander Mannebach, Willing WorkersPart Kade Riffel, Gypsum ValleyPart William McKain, Solomon ValleyPart Tobias Fastert, Gypsum ValleyJunior Project TalksP Zoe Ade, Boldly GoR Brogan Isaacson, Gypsum ValleyP Eli Olander, Boldly GoR Matthew Whelchel, Gypsum ValleyB Hannah Thiel, Gypsum ValleyR Zephaniah Woody, Boldly GoR Wyatt Griffin, Smoky ViewR May McKain, Solomon ValleyR Nolen Miller, WoodsdaleB Matthias Schlatter, Boldly GoP Bradley Pfannenstiel, Boldly GoB Brayden Johnson, WoodsdaleB Landon Wisbey, Pleasant ValleyR Coy Malmberg, WoodsdaleP Jaelyn Gates, CardinalB Ashley Whelchel, Gypsum ValleyB Emmelyn Woody, Boldly GoB Kolton Watkins, Gypsum ValleyR Katelyn Griffin, Smoky ViewB Colbey Miller, WoodsdaleP Eian Pracht, Smoky ViewB Ashley Whelchel, Gypsum ValleyB Adalynn Johnson, WoodsdaleP Kendyn Biggs, Solomon ValleyR Ty Malmberg, WoodsdaleB Andrew Knopf, Gypsum ValleyP Kyle Phipps, Solomon ValleyB Caleb Schlatter, Boldly GoR Elizabeth Miller, WoodsdaleP Briley Pfannenstiel, Boldly GoSenior Demonstration/Illustrated TalkB Katrina Fahrenthold, Boldly GoR Conner Peck, Solomon ValleyB Amaria Wangerin, Willing WorkersB Ariana Baltazor, Willing WorkersB Olivia Boucek, WoodsdaleP Kaitlyn Watkins, Gypsum ValleyP Joel Hennes, Willing WorkersP Madeline Lilak, Willing WorkersR Emmarae Lambdin, WoodsdaleR Ben Schlatter, Boldly GoB Lane Fritz, Gypsum ValleyB Caroline Stone, Sunny ValleyB Madison Repp, Friendly ValleyP Emma Littich, Smoky ViewB Adelaide Easter, Sunny ValleyB Arianna Cox, CardinalB Madison Repp, Friendly ValleyP Reygan Schrock, CardinalB Bree Isaacson, Gypsum ValleyB Clare McKain, Solomon ValleyB Christian Cox, Sunny ValleyB Jake Tillberg, CardinalB Brynna Anderson, Smoky ViewP Owen Tracy, Boldly GoB Hensli Lofdahl, Smoky ViewP Kirsten Heimer, Gypsum ValleyB Kayla Norberg, Smoky ViewP Dylan Koehn, Pleasant ValleyR Sidaley Lambdin, WoodsdaleB Timothy Ade, Boldly GoJunior Demonstration/Illustrated TalkB Samuel Tracy, Boldly GoB Wesley Roland, Boldly GoB Maria Escobedo-Baltazor, Willing WorkersR Colton Crosson, Solomon ValleyP Erica Koehn, Claire Saenger, &amp; Madison Shamburg, Pleasant ValleyR Jericho Curtis, Sunny ValleyP Kinsley Foth, Willing WorkersB Fenton Fastert, Gypsum ValleyB Kyson Griffin, CardinalB KayLynn Noon, Solomon ValleyB Jerzie Holmes, CardinalR Emery Lambdin, WoodsdaleP Lillian Hulse, Pleasant ValleyB Brysie Cox, Sunny ValleyB Cadence Foth, Willing WorkersB Charlotte Knopf, Gypsum ValleyR Kiley Isaacson, Gypsum ValleyP Ty Tillberg, CardinalB Kinsley Crosson, Solomon ValleyB Katelyn Griffin, Smoky ViewB Adilynn Cox, CardinalP Acacia Pracht, Smoky ViewP Annaston Kejr, Boldly GoB Aiden &amp; Kolton Wangerin, Willing WorkersSpontaneous SpeakingP Dylan Koehn, Pleasant ValleyR Claire McKain, Solomon ValleyB Lane Fritz, Gypsum ValleyB Josi Schrader, Solomon ValleyB Caroline Stone, Sunny ValleyP August Hulse, Pleasant ValleyR Carson Fouard, CardinalP Weston Schrader, Solomon ValleyP Madeline Lilak, Willing WorkersB Emma Littich, Smoky ViewPublic SpeakingP Jaci Biggs, Solomon ValleyP Liam Nichols, Solomon ValleyR Trista Stevenson, CardinalB Kirk Heimer, Gypsum ValleyR Nate Ohlson, Pleasant ValleyB Hayden Lott, Solomon ValleyB Josi Schrader, Solomon ValleyR Caden Isaacson, Gypsum ValleyP Klaira Thelander, Boldly GoR Jeannie George, Sunny ValleyP August Hulse, Pleasant ValleyB Ben Schlatter, Boldly GoB Erik Schlatter, Boldly GoB Jace Ohlson, Pleasant ValleyP Sydney Hynes, CardinalB Kolby Phipps, Solomon ValleyB Andy Marshall, Sunny ValleyB Soran Mannebach, Willing WorkersB Shelby Stolzenburg, Willing WorkersB Jocelyn Cox, Sunny ValleyB Matthew Redden, Willing WorkersB Katie Buchanan, Boldly GoP Weston Schrader, Solomon ValleyP Carson Fouard, CardinalB Haley Thiel, Gypsum ValleyP Ella Tracy, Boldly Go

4-H Club Day placings announced

ABILENE -- Memorial Hospital in Abilene has announced that Brittany Root, Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer in the Radiology and Imaging Department recently passed her certifying exam. 

The American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS) recently certified that Root has satisfied the prerequisites relating to education and clinical experience and has passed the ARDMS certifying examination for adult echocardiography.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/2/1582430203037.jpeg" alt="Brittany Root. Photo courtesy MHS" />
 <figcaption>Brittany Root. Photo courtesy MHS</figcaption>
 </figure>ABILENE -- Memorial Hospital in Abilene has announced that Brittany Root, Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer in the Radiology and Imaging Department recently passed her certifying exam. The American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS) recently certified that Root has satisfied the prerequisites relating to education and clinical experience and has passed the ARDMS certifying examination for adult echocardiography.

Memorial Hospital's Root receives certification

In what we can quaintly sometimes call “normal times,” copyright disputes are not regularly considered pressing concerns for the First Amendment.

Freedom of expression — the freedoms of press and of speech, articulated in the First Amendment’s 45 words — protects our right&nbsp;to&nbsp;speak.

But the technology and mode of&nbsp;how&nbsp;we speak generally is the province of other areas of the law, from contract law to rules protecting our right to peace and quiet at our homes late at night to copyright, the rules and regulations that prevent someone else from putting their name or improperly profiting on something we created.

But a case to be argued March 24 in the U.S. Supreme Court dramatically engages both the “to” and “how,” by raising both tech and creative questions involving computer code.

Google has successfully gotten the Supreme Court to review a 2018 Federal Circuit Court of Appeals decision in favor of Oracle, the multinational computer technology company. The two companies have been in dispute for about a decade over Google’s use of 11,000 lines of computer code making up what is called an “application programming interface” (API), originally written by Oracle.

In simple terms, APIs are how our electronic devices share information across differing products. As one document in the case explains, it’s what allows millions to “take a photo on their Apple phone, save it onto Google’s cloud servers, and edit it on their (Microsoft) Surface tablets.”

Here’s how to break down the two company’s arguments to the justices in this long-standing legal battle:

Google says the code is not a creative work (a requirement for copyright), but a utilitarian series of computer steps that traditionally are open for all to developers to use in their own work, and thus not falling under copyright protection. (Think “set of instructions”).

Oracle argues that APIs are included under copyright laws and that a major factor for courts to consider in this case is that Google used Oracle’s creation to directly compete with Oracle, thus earning millions on its Android products.

So, what is the First Amendment’s direct concern in all of this? Follow me through this.

Google supporters argue that being unable to use such common instructions will dampen the creativity of web developers and cripple software development — which for us means fewer ways to communicate by phone, tablet and such. They also warn the prohibition could cause companies to develop products incompatible with anyone else’s products, resulting in chaos for consumers.

Oracle advocates — who, at least online, seem fewer in number than those supporting Google — counter that the remedy for such a looming disaster is simple: Google pays Oracle a fee to use its product.

For all of us, the Supreme Court ruling could well help further define for the computer age a legal concept called “fair use,” which permits us to develop our own creative works by building on the earlier works of others. Such new creative work is said to “transform” the original — with a plethora of legal caveats on how closely the new work can copy or resemble the original.

Nearly 20 years ago, a parody of “Gone with the Wind” was published as “The Wind Done Gone,” taking the plot and characters of the original and revisiting the story from the point of view of an African American — and making the point about racial stereotypes in the original.

The estate of “Gone with the Wind” author Margaret Mitchell sued for violation of its copyright on what is considered the second highest-selling book after the Bible. The case was eventually was settled out of court. The author and publisher of the parody argued that by telling the same story, but from a slave’s perspective — even if followed the plot, scenes, settings and characters — the new work was sufficiently different.

In the Oracle-Google battle, another kind of fair use is in play. In asking the Supreme Court to hear its appeal, Google said APIs should not be subject to copyright because their very purpose is to be used by others, to connect products owned by someone else.

First Amendment advocates should watch the court’s decision — as difficult and complicated as the tech issues certainly are to track — because the potential appears to exist for limiting our ability to communicate with each other simply because our devices cannot connect. And, more broadly, we need to keep an eye on any dampening of the web’s potential for increasing public engagement in debate and decision on matters that affect us all.

A bottom line to it all: The nine justices hearing the appeal may well decide if we will face a real-life example (or perhaps parody) of that phone commercial in which the character repeatedly shouts into a mobile device, “Can you hear me now?”

Gene Policinski is president and chief operating officer of the Freedom Forum Institute. He can be reached at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:gpolicinski@freedomforum.org" target="_blank">gpolicinski@freedomforum.org</a>, or follow him on Twitter at&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/@genefac" target="_blank">@genefac</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1573872297806.png" alt="Gene Policinski" />
 <figcaption>Gene Policinski</figcaption>
 </figure>By GENE POLICINSKIIn what we can quaintly sometimes call “normal times,” copyright disputes are not regularly considered pressing concerns for the First Amendment.Freedom of expression — the freedoms of press and of speech, articulated in the First Amendment’s 45 words — protects our right&nbsp;to&nbsp;speak.But the technology and mode of&nbsp;how&nbsp;we speak generally is the province of other areas of the law, from contract law to rules protecting our right to peace and quiet at our homes late at night to copyright, the rules and regulations that prevent someone else from putting their name or improperly profiting on something we created.But a case to be argued March 24 in the U.S. Supreme Court dramatically engages both the “to” and “how,” by raising both tech and creative questions involving computer code.Google has successfully gotten the Supreme Court to review a 2018 Federal Circuit Court of Appeals decision in favor of Oracle, the multinational computer technology company. The two companies have been in dispute for about a decade over Google’s use of 11,000 lines of computer code making up what is called an “application programming interface” (API), originally written by Oracle.In simple terms, APIs are how our electronic devices share information across differing products. As one document in the case explains, it’s what allows millions to “take a photo on their Apple phone, save it onto Google’s cloud servers, and edit it on their (Microsoft) Surface tablets.”Here’s how to break down the two company’s arguments to the justices in this long-standing legal battle:Google says the code is not a creative work (a requirement for copyright), but a utilitarian series of computer steps that traditionally are open for all to developers to use in their own work, and thus not falling under copyright protection. (Think “set of instructions”).Oracle argues that APIs are included under copyright laws and that a major factor for courts to consider in this case is that Google used Oracle’s creation to directly compete with Oracle, thus earning millions on its Android products.So, what is the First Amendment’s direct concern in all of this? Follow me through this.Google supporters argue that being unable to use such common instructions will dampen the creativity of web developers and cripple software development — which for us means fewer ways to communicate by phone, tablet and such. They also warn the prohibition could cause companies to develop products incompatible with anyone else’s products, resulting in chaos for consumers.Oracle advocates — who, at least online, seem fewer in number than those supporting Google — counter that the remedy for such a looming disaster is simple: Google pays Oracle a fee to use its product.For all of us, the Supreme Court ruling could well help further define for the computer age a legal concept called “fair use,” which permits us to develop our own creative works by building on the earlier works of others. Such new creative work is said to “transform” the original — with a plethora of legal caveats on how closely the new work can copy or resemble the original.Nearly 20 years ago, a parody of “Gone with the Wind” was published as “The Wind Done Gone,” taking the plot and characters of the original and revisiting the story from the point of view of an African American — and making the point about racial stereotypes in the original.The estate of “Gone with the Wind” author Margaret Mitchell sued for violation of its copyright on what is considered the second highest-selling book after the Bible. The case was eventually was settled out of court. The author and publisher of the parody argued that by telling the same story, but from a slave’s perspective — even if followed the plot, scenes, settings and characters — the new work was sufficiently different.In the Oracle-Google battle, another kind of fair use is in play. In asking the Supreme Court to hear its appeal, Google said APIs should not be subject to copyright because their very purpose is to be used by others, to connect products owned by someone else.First Amendment advocates should watch the court’s decision — as difficult and complicated as the tech issues certainly are to track — because the potential appears to exist for limiting our ability to communicate with each other simply because our devices cannot connect. And, more broadly, we need to keep an eye on any dampening of the web’s potential for increasing public engagement in debate and decision on matters that affect us all.A bottom line to it all: The nine justices hearing the appeal may well decide if we will face a real-life example (or perhaps parody) of that phone commercial in which the character repeatedly shouts into a mobile device, “Can you hear me now?”Gene Policinski is president and chief operating officer of the Freedom Forum Institute. He can be reached at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:gpolicinski@freedomforum.org" target="_blank">gpolicinski@freedomforum.org</a>, or follow him on Twitter at&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/@genefac" target="_blank">@genefac</a>.

First Five: Google V. Oracle tech battle about free speech

Today is Sunday, Feb. 23, the 54th day of 2020. There are 312 days left in the year.

On Feb. 23, 1945, during World War II, U.S. Marines on Iwo Jima captured Mount Suribachi, where they raised two American flags (the second flag-raising was captured in the iconic Associated Press photograph.)

In 1822, Boston was granted a charter to incorporate as a city.

In 1836, the siege of the Alamo began in San Antonio, Texas.

In 1848, the sixth president of the United States, John Quincy Adams, died in Washington D.C., at age 80.

In 1861, President-elect Abraham Lincoln arrived secretly in Washington to take office, following word of a possible assassination plot in Baltimore.

In 1870, Mississippi was readmitted to the Union.

In 1903, President Theodore Roosevelt signed an agreement with Cuba to lease the area around Guantanamo Bay to the United States.

In 1942, the first shelling of the U.S. mainland during World War II occurred as a Japanese submarine fired on an oil refinery near Santa Barbara, California, causing little damage.

In 1954, the first mass inoculation of schoolchildren against polio using the Salk vaccine began in Pittsburgh as some 5,000 students were vaccinated.

In 1965, film comedian Stan Laurel, 74, died in Santa Monica, California.

In 1995, the Dow Jones industrial average closed above the 4,000 mark for the first time, ending the day at 4,003.33.

In 1998, 42 people were killed, some 2,600 homes and businesses damaged or destroyed, by tornadoes in central Florida.

In 2005, a jury was selected in Santa Maria, California, to decide Michael Jackson's fate on charges that he'd molested a teenage boy at his Neverland Ranch. (Jackson was later acquitted.)

Ten years ago: The House Energy and Commerce Committee, looking into cases of sudden, unintended acceleration of Toyota automobiles, heard tearful testimony from Rhonda Smith of Sevierville, Tennessee, who said her Lexus had raced out of control to speeds up to 100 miles an hour. Dutch skater Sven Kramer lost the Olympic gold medal to Lee Seung-hoon of South Korea when coach Gerard Kemkers sent him the wrong way on a changeover during the 10,000-meter speedskating race at Vancouver, causing Kramer to be disqualified.

Five years ago: A jury in New York found the Palestinian Authority and Palestine Liberation Organization liable for their roles in terrorist attacks in Israel between 2002 and 2004 in which Americans were killed or injured; the Palestinians said later they would appeal the ruling. Tapping the anxieties of aging baby boomers, President Barack Obama called for tougher standards on brokers who manage retirement savings accounts. Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert McDonald apologized for misstating during a "CBS Evening News" segment that he had served in the military's special forces.

One year ago: Venezuelan security forces fired tear gas on protesters trying to deliver humanitarian aid from Colombia and Brazil, leaving two people dead and hundreds injured, as a U.S.-backed campaign to force President Nicolas Maduro from power met strong resistance. Storms raked parts of the Southeast; a woman was killed as a tornado hit Columbus, Mississippi. Actress Katherine Helmond, known for playing matriarchs on the ABC sitcoms "Who's the Boss?" and "Soap," died at her home in Los Angeles at the age of 89.

Today's Birthdays: Pro and College Football Hall of Famer Fred Biletnikoff is 77. Author John Sandford is 76. Country-rock musician Rusty Young is 74. Actress Patricia Richardson is 69. Former NFL player Ed "Too Tall" Jones is 69. Rock musician Brad Whitford (Aerosmith) is 68. Singer Howard Jones is 65. Rock musician Michael Wilton (Queensryche) is 58. Country singer Dusty Drake is 56. Actress Kristin Davis is 55. Tennis player Helena Sukova is 55. Actor Marc Price is 52. TV personality/businessman Daymond John (TV: "Shark Tank") is 51. Actress Niecy Nash is 50. Rock musician Jeff Beres (Sister Hazel) is 49. Country singer Steve Holy is 48. Rock musician Lasse Johansson (The Cardigans) is 47. Film and theater composer Robert Lopez is 45. Actress Kelly Macdonald is 44. Rapper Residente (Calle 13) is 42. Actor Josh Gad is 39. Actress Emily Blunt is 37. Actor Aziz Ansari is 37. Actor Tye White (TV: "Greenleaf") is 34. Actress Dakota Fanning is 26.

Thought for Today: "Men are more often bribed by their loyalties and ambitions than by money." — Robert H. Jackson, U.S. Supreme Court Justice (1892-1954).

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 </figure>Today is Sunday, Feb. 23, the 54th day of 2020. There are 312 days left in the year.Today's Highlight in History:On Feb. 23, 1945, during World War II, U.S. Marines on Iwo Jima captured Mount Suribachi, where they raised two American flags (the second flag-raising was captured in the iconic Associated Press photograph.)On this date:In 1822, Boston was granted a charter to incorporate as a city.In 1836, the siege of the Alamo began in San Antonio, Texas.In 1848, the sixth president of the United States, John Quincy Adams, died in Washington D.C., at age 80.In 1861, President-elect Abraham Lincoln arrived secretly in Washington to take office, following word of a possible assassination plot in Baltimore.In 1870, Mississippi was readmitted to the Union.In 1903, President Theodore Roosevelt signed an agreement with Cuba to lease the area around Guantanamo Bay to the United States.In 1942, the first shelling of the U.S. mainland during World War II occurred as a Japanese submarine fired on an oil refinery near Santa Barbara, California, causing little damage.In 1954, the first mass inoculation of schoolchildren against polio using the Salk vaccine began in Pittsburgh as some 5,000 students were vaccinated.In 1965, film comedian Stan Laurel, 74, died in Santa Monica, California.In 1995, the Dow Jones industrial average closed above the 4,000 mark for the first time, ending the day at 4,003.33.In 1998, 42 people were killed, some 2,600 homes and businesses damaged or destroyed, by tornadoes in central Florida.In 2005, a jury was selected in Santa Maria, California, to decide Michael Jackson's fate on charges that he'd molested a teenage boy at his Neverland Ranch. (Jackson was later acquitted.)Ten years ago: The House Energy and Commerce Committee, looking into cases of sudden, unintended acceleration of Toyota automobiles, heard tearful testimony from Rhonda Smith of Sevierville, Tennessee, who said her Lexus had raced out of control to speeds up to 100 miles an hour. Dutch skater Sven Kramer lost the Olympic gold medal to Lee Seung-hoon of South Korea when coach Gerard Kemkers sent him the wrong way on a changeover during the 10,000-meter speedskating race at Vancouver, causing Kramer to be disqualified.Five years ago: A jury in New York found the Palestinian Authority and Palestine Liberation Organization liable for their roles in terrorist attacks in Israel between 2002 and 2004 in which Americans were killed or injured; the Palestinians said later they would appeal the ruling. Tapping the anxieties of aging baby boomers, President Barack Obama called for tougher standards on brokers who manage retirement savings accounts. Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert McDonald apologized for misstating during a "CBS Evening News" segment that he had served in the military's special forces.One year ago: Venezuelan security forces fired tear gas on protesters trying to deliver humanitarian aid from Colombia and Brazil, leaving two people dead and hundreds injured, as a U.S.-backed campaign to force President Nicolas Maduro from power met strong resistance. Storms raked parts of the Southeast; a woman was killed as a tornado hit Columbus, Mississippi. Actress Katherine Helmond, known for playing matriarchs on the ABC sitcoms "Who's the Boss?" and "Soap," died at her home in Los Angeles at the age of 89.Today's Birthdays: Pro and College Football Hall of Famer Fred Biletnikoff is 77. Author John Sandford is 76. Country-rock musician Rusty Young is 74. Actress Patricia Richardson is 69. Former NFL player Ed "Too Tall" Jones is 69. Rock musician Brad Whitford (Aerosmith) is 68. Singer Howard Jones is 65. Rock musician Michael Wilton (Queensryche) is 58. Country singer Dusty Drake is 56. Actress Kristin Davis is 55. Tennis player Helena Sukova is 55. Actor Marc Price is 52. TV personality/businessman Daymond John (TV: "Shark Tank") is 51. Actress Niecy Nash is 50. Rock musician Jeff Beres (Sister Hazel) is 49. Country singer Steve Holy is 48. Rock musician Lasse Johansson (The Cardigans) is 47. Film and theater composer Robert Lopez is 45. Actress Kelly Macdonald is 44. Rapper Residente (Calle 13) is 42. Actor Josh Gad is 39. Actress Emily Blunt is 37. Actor Aziz Ansari is 37. Actor Tye White (TV: "Greenleaf") is 34. Actress Dakota Fanning is 26.Thought for Today: "Men are more often bribed by their loyalties and ambitions than by money." — Robert H. Jackson, U.S. Supreme Court Justice (1892-1954).Copyright 2020, The Associated Press. All rights reserved.

Today in History -- Feb. 23

Lott Implement, an AGCO dealer in Minneapolis, Kan., is looking for a service technician. The duties include repairing combines, tractors and hay equipment.

Lott Implement is looking for someone dependable and motivated, who has their own tools and is able to get along well with others.

Immediate opening with pay based on experience. Contact Jeff at 785-392-3110 or email <a href="mailto:jlott2522@att.net">jlott2522@att.net</a>.

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 </figure>Lott Implement, an AGCO dealer in Minneapolis, Kan., is looking for a service technician. The duties include repairing combines, tractors and hay equipment.Lott Implement is looking for someone dependable and motivated, who has their own tools and is able to get along well with others.Immediate opening with pay based on experience. Contact Jeff at 785-392-3110 or email <a href="mailto:jlott2522@att.net">jlott2522@att.net</a>.

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The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for portions of Ottawa County Rural Water District (RWD) No. 2 located in Ottawa and Saline counties.

The advisory is issued for Ottawa County RWD No. 2 customers located between Gerard and Simpson roads on the west and east respectively and between Coronado and Stimmel roads on the north and south respectively, KDHE noted. The area covers north-central Saline County and south-central Ottawa County.

Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice.

If your tap water appears dirty, flush the water lines by letting the water run until it clears.

Boil water for one minute prior to drinking or food preparation or use bottled water.

Dispose of ice cubes and do not use ice from a household automatic icemaker.

Disinfect dishes and other food contact surfaces by immersion for at least one minute in clean tap water that contains one teaspoon of unscented household bleach per gallon of water.

Water used for bathing does not generally need to be boiled. Supervision of children is necessary while bathing so that water is not ingested. Persons with cuts or severe rashes may wish to consult their physicians.

The advisory took effect on Saturday (Feb. 22), and will remain in effect until the conditions that placed the system at risk of bacterial contamination are resolved. KDHE officials issued the advisory because of a loss of pressure due to a waterline break. Failure to maintain adequate pressure may result in a loss of chlorine residuals and bacterial contamination.

Regardless of whether the public water supplier or KDHE announced a boil water advisory, only KDHE can issue the rescind order following testing at a certified laboratory.

For consumer questions, please contact the water system or KDHE at 785-296-5514. For consumer information please visit KDHE’s PWS Consumer Information webpage: <a href="http://www.kdheks.gov/pws/emergencyresponse/water_disruption.htm">http://www.kdheks.gov/pws/emergencyresponse/water_disruption.htm</a>.

Restaurants and other food establishments that have questions about the impact of the boil water advisory on their business can contact the Kansas Department of Agriculture’s food safety &amp; lodging program at <a href="mailto:kda.fsl@ks.gov">kda.fsl@ks.gov</a> or call 785-564-6767.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/2/1582416831110.jpeg" alt="The area of Ottawa County Rural Water District No. 2 that is under a boil water advisory. Map courtesy the <a href="https://krwa.net">Kansas Rural Water Association</a>" />
 <figcaption>The area of Ottawa County Rural Water District No. 2 that is under a boil water advisory. Map courtesy the <a href="https://krwa.net">Kansas Rural Water Association</a></figcaption>
 </figure>The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for portions of Ottawa County Rural Water District (RWD) No. 2 located in Ottawa and Saline counties.The advisory is issued for Ottawa County RWD No. 2 customers located between Gerard and Simpson roads on the west and east respectively and between Coronado and Stimmel roads on the north and south respectively, KDHE noted. The area covers north-central Saline County and south-central Ottawa County.Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice.If your tap water appears dirty, flush the water lines by letting the water run until it clears.Boil water for one minute prior to drinking or food preparation or use bottled water.Dispose of ice cubes and do not use ice from a household automatic icemaker.Disinfect dishes and other food contact surfaces by immersion for at least one minute in clean tap water that contains one teaspoon of unscented household bleach per gallon of water.Water used for bathing does not generally need to be boiled. Supervision of children is necessary while bathing so that water is not ingested. Persons with cuts or severe rashes may wish to consult their physicians.The advisory took effect on Saturday (Feb. 22), and will remain in effect until the conditions that placed the system at risk of bacterial contamination are resolved. KDHE officials issued the advisory because of a loss of pressure due to a waterline break. Failure to maintain adequate pressure may result in a loss of chlorine residuals and bacterial contamination.Regardless of whether the public water supplier or KDHE announced a boil water advisory, only KDHE can issue the rescind order following testing at a certified laboratory.For consumer questions, please contact the water system or KDHE at 785-296-5514. For consumer information please visit KDHE’s PWS Consumer Information webpage: <a href="http://www.kdheks.gov/pws/emergencyresponse/water_disruption.htm">http://www.kdheks.gov/pws/emergencyresponse/water_disruption.htm</a>.Restaurants and other food establishments that have questions about the impact of the boil water advisory on their business can contact the Kansas Department of Agriculture’s food safety &amp; lodging program at <a href="mailto:kda.fsl@ks.gov">kda.fsl@ks.gov</a> or call 785-564-6767.

Boil water advisory for part of Ottawa County RWD No. 2

AUSTIN, Texas –&nbsp;For the fourth straight game, Kansas State trailed in the fourth quarter of a game and for the third time in that stretch the Wildcats completed the comeback with a 60-54 win at Texas on Saturday afternoon at the Erwin Center.

K-State has won nine of its last 11 Big 12 road games including three straight.

K-State (13-12, 7-7 Big 12) trailed by two entering the fourth quarter and Texas improved its lead to 50-45 early in the fourth quarter. However, K-State answered with a 7-2 run highlighted by Angela Harris’s third 3-pointer of the afternoon to tie the game at 52 with 4:59 to play.

Harris then put K-State in front, 55-54, with an elbow jumper at 2:08 of the fourth quarter. Ayoka Lee would follow with a jumper of her own at 1:26 remaining to give K-State a 57-54 lead. Peyton Williams then made three of four free throws to close out the win.

This is the first time in the history of the series with Texas that K-State has won consecutive games in Austin.

Lee tied the school record for consecutive double-doubles with her fifth straight, as the product of Byron, Minnesota, carded 18 points on 9-of-12 shooting, 10 rebounds and three blocks. Overall, this improved her freshman school record for double-doubles in a season to 16.

Harris registered her 15th&nbsp;games in double figures this season with 15 points, three rebounds and three assists.

Williams tallied nine points, 13 rebounds, three assists, three steals and a block. With her 13 rebounds, Williams improved her two-season total to 589 which establishes a new school record for rebounds in a two-season span.

K-State opened the game with a trio of three-pointers, including a pair from Christianna Carr to hold a 15-13 lead with 3:53 to play in the first quarter. The quarter ended all square at 19, as Lee finished a pair of layups. Carr ended the games with eight points.

Both teams settled into the game in the second quarter, as the scoring slowed. The Wildcats used a 6-0 run including a pull-up jumper by Emilee Ebert to build a 27-23 advantage with 4:41 remaining in the frame.

The Wildcats increased its lead to six twice including a 31-25 edge with 3:06 to play. Texas (16-10, 8-6 Big 12) would score the final four points of the quarter, as the Wildcats went scoreless for the final 3:05 of the half.

The Longhorns raced out of the halftime locker room to build a 39-33 lead with 4:39 remaining. The Wildcats opened the frame just 1-of-7 from the field with the lone basket a layup from Harris.

The Wildcats were able to keep the Longhorns within arm’s length, as the Wildcats closed the quarter with 12 points and trail 47-45.

Kansas State ended the game shooting 39.7 percent (23-of-58) from the field, while Texas was at 36.2 percent (25-of-69) including a 21.4 percent effort in the critical fourth quarter. The Wildcats were 6-of-18 from 3-point range and held the Longhorns to a 1-of-15 performance from deep.

K-State returns home on Wednesday, February 26, to host Iowa State at 6:30 p.m. For tickets, contact the K-State Athletics Ticket Office by calling (800) 221-CATS or by visiting <a href="http://kstatesports.com/tickets">kstatesports.com/tickets</a>.

Wednesday’s game will be broadcast on Big 12 Now on ESPN+ and will be available on the K-State Sports Network, for free at <a href="http://kstatesports.com">kstatesports.com</a> and on the K-State Sports app.

--<a href="http://kstatesports.com">kstatesports.com</a>--

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/2/1582410248269.png" alt="Image courtesy <a href="http://kstatesports.com">kstatesports.com</a>" />
 <figcaption>Image courtesy <a href="http://kstatesports.com">kstatesports.com</a></figcaption>
 </figure>AUSTIN, Texas –&nbsp;For the fourth straight game, Kansas State trailed in the fourth quarter of a game and for the third time in that stretch the Wildcats completed the comeback with a 60-54 win at Texas on Saturday afternoon at the Erwin Center. K-State has won nine of its last 11 Big 12 road games including three straight.K-State (13-12, 7-7 Big 12) trailed by two entering the fourth quarter and Texas improved its lead to 50-45 early in the fourth quarter. However, K-State answered with a 7-2 run highlighted by Angela Harris’s third 3-pointer of the afternoon to tie the game at 52 with 4:59 to play.Harris then put K-State in front, 55-54, with an elbow jumper at 2:08 of the fourth quarter. Ayoka Lee would follow with a jumper of her own at 1:26 remaining to give K-State a 57-54 lead. Peyton Williams then made three of four free throws to close out the win.This is the first time in the history of the series with Texas that K-State has won consecutive games in Austin.Lee tied the school record for consecutive double-doubles with her fifth straight, as the product of Byron, Minnesota, carded 18 points on 9-of-12 shooting, 10 rebounds and three blocks. Overall, this improved her freshman school record for double-doubles in a season to 16.Harris registered her 15th&nbsp;games in double figures this season with 15 points, three rebounds and three assists.Williams tallied nine points, 13 rebounds, three assists, three steals and a block. With her 13 rebounds, Williams improved her two-season total to 589 which establishes a new school record for rebounds in a two-season span.K-State opened the game with a trio of three-pointers, including a pair from Christianna Carr to hold a 15-13 lead with 3:53 to play in the first quarter. The quarter ended all square at 19, as Lee finished a pair of layups. Carr ended the games with eight points.Both teams settled into the game in the second quarter, as the scoring slowed. The Wildcats used a 6-0 run including a pull-up jumper by Emilee Ebert to build a 27-23 advantage with 4:41 remaining in the frame.The Wildcats increased its lead to six twice including a 31-25 edge with 3:06 to play. Texas (16-10, 8-6 Big 12) would score the final four points of the quarter, as the Wildcats went scoreless for the final 3:05 of the half.The Longhorns raced out of the halftime locker room to build a 39-33 lead with 4:39 remaining. The Wildcats opened the frame just 1-of-7 from the field with the lone basket a layup from Harris.The Wildcats were able to keep the Longhorns within arm’s length, as the Wildcats closed the quarter with 12 points and trail 47-45.Kansas State ended the game shooting 39.7 percent (23-of-58) from the field, while Texas was at 36.2 percent (25-of-69) including a 21.4 percent effort in the critical fourth quarter. The Wildcats were 6-of-18 from 3-point range and held the Longhorns to a 1-of-15 performance from deep.K-State returns home on Wednesday, February 26, to host Iowa State at 6:30 p.m. For tickets, contact the K-State Athletics Ticket Office by calling (800) 221-CATS or by visiting <a href="http://kstatesports.com/tickets">kstatesports.com/tickets</a>.Wednesday’s game will be broadcast on Big 12 Now on ESPN+ and will be available on the K-State Sports Network, for free at <a href="http://kstatesports.com">kstatesports.com</a> and on the K-State Sports app.--<a href="http://kstatesports.com">kstatesports.com</a>--

K-State women overcome fourth quarter deficit again

By STEPHEN HAWKINS AP Sports Writer

WACO, Texas — Udoka Azubuike had 23 points and a career-high 19 rebounds and No. 3 Kansas held on to beat No. 1 Baylor 64-61. 

That ended the Bears' 23-game winning streak, and come Monday, likely their five-week hold on the No. 1 spot in the AP poll. 

The 24-3 Jayhawks have won 12 in a row since their first-ever home loss to Baylor on Jan. 11. They had a 10-point lead with 6 1/2 minutes left before Baylor cut it to one in the final seconds. 

By STEPHEN HAWKINS AP Sports WriterWACO, Texas — Udoka Azubuike had 23 points and a career-high 19 rebounds and No. 3 Kansas held on to beat No. 1 Baylor 64-61. That ended the Bears' 23-game winning streak, and come Monday, likely their five-week hold on the No. 1 spot in the AP poll. The 24-3 Jayhawks have won 12 in a row since their first-ever home loss to Baylor on Jan. 11. They had a 10-point lead with 6 1/2 minutes left before Baylor cut it to one in the final seconds. Jared Butler led the 24-2 Bears with 19 points but missed a potential tying 3-pointer at the buzzer.

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