Submitted City Manager Mike Schrage announced Monday, April 29 that the city will appoint W. Brad Sutton as the new City Prosecutor.

Sutton’s career includes nearly 26 years of experience as an attorney. He has served as Assistant County Attorney for Saline County since 2015, along with previous experience with the State of Kansas and also as a privately contracted attorney enforcing child support. He holds bachelors and juris doctorate degrees from Washburn University.

"Brad’s experience in the public sector and County Attorney’s office will serve Salina Municipal Court well. We are excited for him to lead the City Prosecutor’s Office with his professional demeanor, high-volume case load experience, and understanding of our community,” Schrage said.&nbsp;

Sutton will begin his new role in early May, succeeding Christina Trocheck who served in that role for almost 8 years

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 </figure>Submitted City Manager Mike Schrage announced Monday, April 29 that the city will appoint W. Brad Sutton as the new City Prosecutor.Sutton’s career includes nearly 26 years of experience as an attorney. He has served as Assistant County Attorney for Saline County since 2015, along with previous experience with the State of Kansas and also as a privately contracted attorney enforcing child support. He holds bachelors and juris doctorate degrees from Washburn University."Brad’s experience in the public sector and County Attorney’s office will serve Salina Municipal Court well. We are excited for him to lead the City Prosecutor’s Office with his professional demeanor, high-volume case load experience, and understanding of our community,” Schrage said.&nbsp;Sutton will begin his new role in early May, succeeding Christina Trocheck who served in that role for almost 8 years

Salina city manager appoints new city prosecutor

By OLIVIA BERGMEIER Lead Reporter - Salina Post&nbsp;

Groups of Salina residents ventured up and down the Smoky Hill River tucked&nbsp;closely&nbsp;to the Salina Family YMCA on Saturday, with teams armed with trash pickers with a shared goal — taking time to beautify their community.

Along the new <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/906c8f8f-c324-4d67-a9f8-eeffe7be794a">Friends of the River Foundation trail</a>, dozens of Kansas Wesleyan University (KWU) students used pruning sheers to cut down and remove heaps of invasive Asian bush honeysuckle.

Hundreds of KWU students volunteered to help at the trail for the community Spring Spruce-Up event in town, with most representing various sporting teams at the university.

Three KWU women's volleyball team members, Abigail Palmer, Emma Massey and Laney Carlin, balanced carefully on a fallen log across the Smoky Hill River near the trail while using trash pickers to snag bits of plastic bags and other waste.

"The Salina community does such a good job supporting us.&nbsp;Our games&nbsp;are always packed&nbsp;in the stands&nbsp;and&nbsp;so they donate so much and do so much for us," Palmer said.&nbsp;"We just think it's important to also do that for them."

READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/0b6ed3d7-288a-4fa9-9385-5db4b1afbb16">AJ Honey Farms, LLC, celebrates storefront with Salina Area Chamber of Commerce</a>

Carlin began her first year at KWU in the fall of 2023.&nbsp;She said learning&nbsp;about the local community and its interest in agriculture inspired her to help create a healthier environment.

"[I want to help] make sure that they've got the ability to do those things and create a healthier environment for us," Carlin said. "I think it's a small way of giving back, and if people around town see college students doing this or high schoolers, students, it sets the standard."

Volunteers gathered across town for the community event, with several donating time at the Ashby House, Downtown Salina, North Town, The Temple and more.

<div><div style="position:relative;overflow:hidden;padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/nMUJ36os-ATjzBQNW.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="2024 Friends of the River Foundation Spring Spruce-Up" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div>By OLIVIA BERGMEIER Lead Reporter - Salina Post&nbsp;Groups of Salina residents ventured up and down the Smoky Hill River tucked&nbsp;closely&nbsp;to the Salina Family YMCA on Saturday, with teams armed with trash pickers with a shared goal — taking time to beautify their community.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714324361127.jpeg" alt="Kansas Wesleyan University students use pruning sheers to cut down and remove clumps invasive Asian bush honeysuckle during the 2024 Spring Spruc-Up event at the Friends of the River Foundation Trail on Saturday, April 27, in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>Kansas Wesleyan University students use pruning sheers to cut down and remove clumps invasive Asian bush honeysuckle during the 2024 Spring Spruc-Up event at the Friends of the River Foundation Trail on Saturday, April 27, in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>Along the new <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/906c8f8f-c324-4d67-a9f8-eeffe7be794a">Friends of the River Foundation trail</a>, dozens of Kansas Wesleyan University (KWU) students used pruning sheers to cut down and remove heaps of invasive Asian bush honeysuckle.Hundreds of KWU students volunteered to help at the trail for the community Spring Spruce-Up event in town, with most representing various sporting teams at the university.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714324478497.jpeg" alt="Groups of volunteers use trash pickers and black garbage bags to pick up and remove bits of waste like plastic sacks, and according to Friends of the River Foundation Executive Director Jane Anderson, a large amount of fast food waste. These volunteers gathered along the Smoky Hill River for the 2024 Spring Spruce-Up community event on Saturday, April 27, in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>Groups of volunteers use trash pickers and black garbage bags to pick up and remove bits of waste like plastic sacks, and according to Friends of the River Foundation Executive Director Jane Anderson, a large amount of fast food waste. These volunteers gathered along the Smoky Hill River for the 2024 Spring Spruce-Up community event on Saturday, April 27, in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>Three KWU women's volleyball team members, Abigail Palmer, Emma Massey and Laney Carlin, balanced carefully on a fallen log across the Smoky Hill River near the trail while using trash pickers to snag bits of plastic bags and other waste.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714324571724.jpeg" alt="Kansas Wesleyan University (KWU) women's volleyball player Abigail Palmer reaches for a piece of plastic trash during the 2024 Spring Spruce-Up on Saturday, April 27, on the banks of the Smoky Hill River in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>Kansas Wesleyan University (KWU) women's volleyball player Abigail Palmer reaches for a piece of plastic trash during the 2024 Spring Spruce-Up on Saturday, April 27, on the banks of the Smoky Hill River in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>"The Salina community does such a good job supporting us.&nbsp;Our games&nbsp;are always packed&nbsp;in the stands&nbsp;and&nbsp;so they donate so much and do so much for us," Palmer said.&nbsp;"We just think it's important to also do that for them."READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/0b6ed3d7-288a-4fa9-9385-5db4b1afbb16">AJ Honey Farms, LLC, celebrates storefront with Salina Area Chamber of Commerce</a><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714324680791.jpeg" alt="Kansas Wesleyan University (KWU) women's basketball player Payten Devold carries a bundle of Asian bush honeysuckle shrubs after removing the invasive species from the Friends of the River Foundation trail during the 2024 Spring Spruce-Up on Saturday, April 27, in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>Kansas Wesleyan University (KWU) women's basketball player Payten Devold carries a bundle of Asian bush honeysuckle shrubs after removing the invasive species from the Friends of the River Foundation trail during the 2024 Spring Spruce-Up on Saturday, April 27, in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>Carlin began her first year at KWU in the fall of 2023.&nbsp;She said learning&nbsp;about the local community and its interest in agriculture inspired her to help create a healthier environment."[I want to help] make sure that they've got the ability to do those things and create a healthier environment for us," Carlin said. "I think it's a small way of giving back, and if people around town see college students doing this or high schoolers, students, it sets the standard."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714324811731.jpeg" alt="Friends of the River Foundation Executive Director Jane Anderson carries a bundle of chopped-down Asian bush honeysuckle branches after Kansas Wesleyan University (KWU) students removed the invasive species from the Friends of the River Foundation trail on Saturday, April 27, in Salina. These volunteers gathered for the 2024 Spring Spruce-Up. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>Friends of the River Foundation Executive Director Jane Anderson carries a bundle of chopped-down Asian bush honeysuckle branches after Kansas Wesleyan University (KWU) students removed the invasive species from the Friends of the River Foundation trail on Saturday, April 27, in Salina. These volunteers gathered for the 2024 Spring Spruce-Up. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714324909210.jpeg" alt="Kansas Wesleyan University (KWU) men's volleyball player Barry Neff stuffs Asian bush honeysuckle branches into the back of a pickup truck after other KWU students cut down and removed the invasive bush from the Friends of the River Foundation trail during the 2024 Spring Spruce-Up on Saturday, April 27, in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>Kansas Wesleyan University (KWU) men's volleyball player Barry Neff stuffs Asian bush honeysuckle branches into the back of a pickup truck after other KWU students cut down and removed the invasive bush from the Friends of the River Foundation trail during the 2024 Spring Spruce-Up on Saturday, April 27, in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>Volunteers gathered across town for the community event, with several donating time at the Ashby House, Downtown Salina, North Town, The Temple and more.<div><div style="position:relative;overflow:hidden;padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/EB0V2VrO-ATjzBQNW.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="2024 Spring Spruce-Up Full" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div>

UPDATED: 🎥 Hundreds of volunteers gather for the 2024 Spring Spruce-Up at Smoky Hill River 

The 14th&nbsp;Annual SculptureTour Salina exhibit features 22 NEW sculptures&nbsp;SculptureTour&nbsp;Salina will unveil the new 2024 exhibit during the UNwrap Party&nbsp;Saturday, May 4. In&nbsp;memoriam, the 2024 SculptureTour is dedicated to Sylvia Rice. 

The 22 sculptures will&nbsp;be simultaneously unwrapped&nbsp;at precisely 11:00 am.&nbsp;Everyone is encouraged to bring family and friends&nbsp;and come downtown for the BIG reveal. Everyone is encouraged to pick up a Walking Tour/Ballot from:&nbsp;

• One of the silver boxes at the mid-block pedestrian crossings on Santa Fe&nbsp;

• One of many of the downtown merchants&nbsp;

• The Visit Salina Information trailer&nbsp;which&nbsp;will be located in City Lights Stage plaza – at Santa Fe and Ash&nbsp;Then, walk the Sculpture Tour and exhibit.&nbsp;You can vote for your favorite piece and return your ballot to one of the silver boxes or the Visit Salina trailer.&nbsp;

Can’t decide just yet? You have some time to mull it over.&nbsp;Each year,&nbsp;the People’s Choice Award&nbsp;is determined&nbsp;by&nbsp;viewers who complete and submit a ballot through December 31.&nbsp;Voting is fun for ALL ages, with special promotions and contests for voters throughout the year.&nbsp;The winning sculpture&nbsp;is&nbsp;purchased by the City of Salina for&nbsp;an amount&nbsp;up to&nbsp;$20,000,&nbsp;and permanently placed where the public can enjoy it.&nbsp;Be sure to&nbsp;vote,&nbsp;and have your voice heard.

On Saturday, May 4, stop at the City Lights Stage Plaza at 1:00 pm, where the Juror’s Merit Awards, including Best of Show, will be announced from the stage. Salina Downtown, Inc. has some great entertainment scheduled for the weekend, including live music on Saturday at 2:00 pm with the Llew Brown Band.&nbsp;

If you are a fan and enjoy having these changing sculpture exhibits on loan from&nbsp;May-April&nbsp;each year, become a Friend of SculptureTour Salina. Donations made by Friends, plus the generous support of our Charter Sponsors, Site Sponsors, and Partners, make this project possible. For more information, visit our website at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.sculpturetoursalina.org">www.sculpturetoursalina.org</a>. Most sculptures are for sale, so consider purchasing one for your business or personal collection.&nbsp;

This&nbsp;is guaranteed fun for the whole family, as downtown always is. From the sculptures to murals, entertainment, shopping, dining, museums and more it’s a great way to spend time in downtown Salina.

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 </figure>SubmittedThe 14th&nbsp;Annual SculptureTour Salina exhibit features 22 NEW sculptures&nbsp;SculptureTour&nbsp;Salina will unveil the new 2024 exhibit during the UNwrap Party&nbsp;Saturday, May 4. In&nbsp;memoriam, the 2024 SculptureTour is dedicated to Sylvia Rice. The 22 sculptures will&nbsp;be simultaneously unwrapped&nbsp;at precisely 11:00 am.&nbsp;Everyone is encouraged to bring family and friends&nbsp;and come downtown for the BIG reveal. Everyone is encouraged to pick up a Walking Tour/Ballot from:&nbsp;• One of the silver boxes at the mid-block pedestrian crossings on Santa Fe&nbsp;• One of many of the downtown merchants&nbsp;• The Visit Salina Information trailer&nbsp;which&nbsp;will be located in City Lights Stage plaza – at Santa Fe and Ash&nbsp;Then, walk the Sculpture Tour and exhibit.&nbsp;You can vote for your favorite piece and return your ballot to one of the silver boxes or the Visit Salina trailer.&nbsp;Can’t decide just yet? You have some time to mull it over.&nbsp;Each year,&nbsp;the People’s Choice Award&nbsp;is determined&nbsp;by&nbsp;viewers who complete and submit a ballot through December 31.&nbsp;Voting is fun for ALL ages, with special promotions and contests for voters throughout the year.&nbsp;The winning sculpture&nbsp;is&nbsp;purchased by the City of Salina for&nbsp;an amount&nbsp;up to&nbsp;$20,000,&nbsp;and permanently placed where the public can enjoy it.&nbsp;Be sure to&nbsp;vote,&nbsp;and have your voice heard.On Saturday, May 4, stop at the City Lights Stage Plaza at 1:00 pm, where the Juror’s Merit Awards, including Best of Show, will be announced from the stage. Salina Downtown, Inc. has some great entertainment scheduled for the weekend, including live music on Saturday at 2:00 pm with the Llew Brown Band.&nbsp;If you are a fan and enjoy having these changing sculpture exhibits on loan from&nbsp;May-April&nbsp;each year, become a Friend of SculptureTour Salina. Donations made by Friends, plus the generous support of our Charter Sponsors, Site Sponsors, and Partners, make this project possible. For more information, visit our website at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.sculpturetoursalina.org">www.sculpturetoursalina.org</a>. Most sculptures are for sale, so consider purchasing one for your business or personal collection.&nbsp;This&nbsp;is guaranteed fun for the whole family, as downtown always is. From the sculptures to murals, entertainment, shopping, dining, museums and more it’s a great way to spend time in downtown Salina.

14th Annual SculptureTour Salina features 22 NEW sculptures, May 4

The Salina Area Prayer Breakfast committee cordially invites the community to the 2024 Salina Area Prayer Breakfast on May 2.&nbsp;

This year’s breakfast will be held at the Mabee Arena, 100 E Claflin Ave, in the Student Activities Center on the campus of Kansas Wesleyan University. Breakfast will start with a blessing at 6:30 a.m. followed by a program of prayer, music, scripture and a special message by Salina native Mr. Damion Cooper. 

Damion is a husband, father, pastor, speaker, coach and artist. He is passionate about reaching the ONE through communicating God's word with boldness, authenticity and creativity. Damion is the Co-Founder and President of the Collektive Company where they coach to influence the NOW generation, empower community leaders and unite local communities to maximize people's full potential.

The purpose of the prayer breakfast is to glorify God; to provide a time of Christian fellowship for our community and its leaders; to inspire future generations by displaying our Christian values; to make new friends in Christ and renew old ones; and to encourage prayer throughout and for our community.

You may reserve your spot at the table by making your reservations now. Individual tickets are available for just $20. Tables of 6 may be reserved for $600/table. Although we are not taking event sponsorships, each table reservation will “sponsor” the attendance of 2 local youth from the community who will sit with you at your table and help cover the majority of the events cost.

This year’s proceeds will be donated to the Love, Chloe Foundation, Salina Rescue Mission and Salina Emergency Aid Food Bank.

To reserve your tickets please visit <a href="http://bidpal.net/salinaareaprayerbreakfast.">http://bidpal.net/salinaareaprayerbreakfast.</a>

This is a non-denominational Christ centered event open to all. Help us spread the word by sharing this invitation with others so everyone can come to the table.

2024 Salina Area Prayer Breakfast Committee

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 </figure>SubmittedThe Salina Area Prayer Breakfast committee cordially invites the community to the 2024 Salina Area Prayer Breakfast on May 2.&nbsp;This year’s breakfast will be held at the Mabee Arena, 100 E Claflin Ave, in the Student Activities Center on the campus of Kansas Wesleyan University. Breakfast will start with a blessing at 6:30 a.m. followed by a program of prayer, music, scripture and a special message by Salina native Mr. Damion Cooper. Damion is a husband, father, pastor, speaker, coach and artist. He is passionate about reaching the ONE through communicating God's word with boldness, authenticity and creativity. Damion is the Co-Founder and President of the Collektive Company where they coach to influence the NOW generation, empower community leaders and unite local communities to maximize people's full potential.The purpose of the prayer breakfast is to glorify God; to provide a time of Christian fellowship for our community and its leaders; to inspire future generations by displaying our Christian values; to make new friends in Christ and renew old ones; and to encourage prayer throughout and for our community.You may reserve your spot at the table by making your reservations now. Individual tickets are available for just $20. Tables of 6 may be reserved for $600/table. Although we are not taking event sponsorships, each table reservation will “sponsor” the attendance of 2 local youth from the community who will sit with you at your table and help cover the majority of the events cost.This year’s proceeds will be donated to the Love, Chloe Foundation, Salina Rescue Mission and Salina Emergency Aid Food Bank.To reserve your tickets please visit <a href="http://bidpal.net/salinaareaprayerbreakfast.">http://bidpal.net/salinaareaprayerbreakfast.</a>This is a non-denominational Christ centered event open to all. Help us spread the word by sharing this invitation with others so everyone can come to the table. 2024 Salina Area Prayer Breakfast CommitteeMelissa Anderson, Bergkamp Inc.Don Boos, Blue Beacon Intl.Tym Bonilla, St. Mary Grade SchoolCheryl Campbell, Sunflower BankAngie Eilrich, First Bank KansasJason Gillig, Hutton Ken Oliver, KWU Tom Omli, Geoprobe Kay Quinn, KWU Bob Ross, Hutton Allen Smith, KWU Matt Thompson, KWU

2024 Salina Area Prayer Breakfast scheduled for May 2

Click the play icon above to hear the 910 KINA Sports Headlines for April 29.&nbsp; By SALINA POST

Following a pair of selections on Friday with Ben Sinnott selected by the Washington Commanders,&nbsp;and&nbsp;interior offensive lineman Cooper Beebe going to the Dallas Cowboys&nbsp;, Kansas State offensive lineman&nbsp;KT Leveston&nbsp;joined his two K-State teammates by hearing his name called on Saturday during the final round of the 2024 NFL Draft. Leveston was selected with the 34th&nbsp;pick of the seventh round – No. 254 overall – by the Los Angeles Rams. He is the seventh Wildcat all-time selected by the Rams.&nbsp;

Also out of Manhattan, Kansas State added a piece to its backfield on Monday with the signing of transfer running back&nbsp;Dylan Edwards&nbsp;to a Financial Aid Agreement. Edwards, who is transferring in from Colorado and will have three years of eligibility remaining, returns to his home state after playing high school football at Derby. Additionally, Edwards is a legacy Wildcat as his father, Leon, was a K-State running back who lettered from 1992 through 1994.&nbsp;

Kansas Football standout defensive lineman Austin Booker was selected in the fifth round of the 2024 NFL Draft on Saturday, chosen by the Chicago Bears at pick No. 144. Booker becomes the second Jayhawk selected in the 2024 NFL Draft, joining offensive lineman Dominick Puni, who was picked in the third round at No. 86 by the San Francisco 49ers. This is the first time since 2015 that Kansas has had multiple players selected in the NFL Draft.&nbsp;

Kansas City Chiefs Chairman and CEO Clark Hunt has announced that former Chiefs Linebacker/Defensive End Tamba Hali will be the 2024 inductee into the Chiefs Hall of Fame. Hali is the 53rd individual and 49th player to earn this coveted honor. The official enshrinement ceremony into the Chiefs Hall of Fame will be held during Chiefs Legends Weekend at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium this fall.&nbsp;

<div><div style="position:relative;overflow:hidden;padding-bottom:56.25%"><iframe src="https://cdn.jwplayer.com/players/HzIyVN7q-ATjzBQNW.html" width="100%" height="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" title="Sports Update Mon" style="position:absolute;" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>
</div>Click the play icon above to hear the 910 KINA Sports Headlines for April 29.&nbsp; By SALINA POST Following a pair of selections on Friday with Ben Sinnott selected by the Washington Commanders,&nbsp;and&nbsp;interior offensive lineman Cooper Beebe going to the Dallas Cowboys&nbsp;, Kansas State offensive lineman&nbsp;KT Leveston&nbsp;joined his two K-State teammates by hearing his name called on Saturday during the final round of the 2024 NFL Draft. Leveston was selected with the 34th&nbsp;pick of the seventh round – No. 254 overall – by the Los Angeles Rams. He is the seventh Wildcat all-time selected by the Rams.&nbsp;Also out of Manhattan, Kansas State added a piece to its backfield on Monday with the signing of transfer running back&nbsp;Dylan Edwards&nbsp;to a Financial Aid Agreement. Edwards, who is transferring in from Colorado and will have three years of eligibility remaining, returns to his home state after playing high school football at Derby. Additionally, Edwards is a legacy Wildcat as his father, Leon, was a K-State running back who lettered from 1992 through 1994.&nbsp;Kansas Football standout defensive lineman Austin Booker was selected in the fifth round of the 2024 NFL Draft on Saturday, chosen by the Chicago Bears at pick No. 144. Booker becomes the second Jayhawk selected in the 2024 NFL Draft, joining offensive lineman Dominick Puni, who was picked in the third round at No. 86 by the San Francisco 49ers. This is the first time since 2015 that Kansas has had multiple players selected in the NFL Draft.&nbsp;Kansas City Chiefs Chairman and CEO Clark Hunt has announced that former Chiefs Linebacker/Defensive End Tamba Hali will be the 2024 inductee into the Chiefs Hall of Fame. Hali is the 53rd individual and 49th player to earn this coveted honor. The official enshrinement ceremony into the Chiefs Hall of Fame will be held during Chiefs Legends Weekend at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium this fall.&nbsp;

910 KINA Sports Headlines — April 29

By OLIVIA BERGMEIER Lead Reporter - Salina Post

Late Saturday night, a black Honda Civic drove across the intersection of Seventh and Ash streets and struck a 75-year-old Salina resident crossing the street in a crosswalk before driving away from the scene of the incident.

Salina Police Department Capt. James Feldman said just after 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 27, someone reported the alleged hit-and-run, but&nbsp;the report did not record if it was a witness or the victim.

"A vehicle that&nbsp;was stopped&nbsp;at the intersection proceeded forward and struck him [the victim] and then left the area," Feldman said.

Due to the low speeds of the incident, the victim had minor injuries like skin abrasions, and emergency services transported him to Salina Regional Health Center for treatment.

Feldman said the report described the Honda Civic as a 2020 or newer model with a male driver.

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

READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/1391c8e4-58d3-44d6-acd2-55406cf65759">Hundreds of volunteers gather for the 2024 Spring Spruce-Up at Smoky Hill River</a>

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 </figure>By OLIVIA BERGMEIER Lead Reporter - Salina PostLate Saturday night, a black Honda Civic drove across the intersection of Seventh and Ash streets and struck a 75-year-old Salina resident crossing the street in a crosswalk before driving away from the scene of the incident.<div><iframe src="https://www.google.com/maps/embed?pb=!1m10!1m8!1m3!1d860.0196363220906!2d-97.61071285070565!3d38.842927343809!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1714404924871!5m2!1sen!2sus" width="600" height="450" style="border:0;" allowfullscreen="" loading="lazy" referrerpolicy="no-referrer-when-downgrade"></iframe></div>Salina Police Department Capt. James Feldman said just after 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 27, someone reported the alleged hit-and-run, but&nbsp;the report did not record if it was a witness or the victim."A vehicle that&nbsp;was stopped&nbsp;at the intersection proceeded forward and struck him [the victim] and then left the area," Feldman said.Due to the low speeds of the incident, the victim had minor injuries like skin abrasions, and emergency services transported him to Salina Regional Health Center for treatment.Feldman said the report described the Honda Civic as a 2020 or newer model with a male driver.Salina Post will update the story as more information becomes available.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/1391c8e4-58d3-44d6-acd2-55406cf65759">Hundreds of volunteers gather for the 2024 Spring Spruce-Up at Smoky Hill River</a>

Late night hit-and-run near Salina City/Saline County building

The month of May is National Bike Month, and communities all across Kansas are celebrating, including those here in North Central Kansas.&nbsp; Established in 1956, National Bike Month is a chance to showcase the many benefits of bicycling and encourage more folks to give biking a try.

There are lots of ways to participate in Bike Month, locally, regionally and nationally.&nbsp; Some dates to celebrate are:

May 5 –&nbsp;National Ride a Bike Day.&nbsp; Everyone is encouraged to #bikethere on this day.&nbsp;&nbsp;Whether you’re riding for fun, fitness or with family, or taking essential trips to work or shop, you are part of our movement for safer streets, connected communities, a healthier planet, and happier people. May 8 – National Bike to School Day.&nbsp; This day invites participants to celebrate the joy of active commuting while building a sense of community and school spirit. May 17 – National Bike to Work Day – 40% of all trips in the U.S. are less than two miles, making bicycling a feasible and fun way to get around.&nbsp; Residents all across the region are encouraged to ride&nbsp;their bike to work and to share photos on social media by using the hashtag #salinabikestowork2024 or #kansasbikestowork2024

Other local events with details can be found on&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ksrides.org/" target="_blank">www.ksrides.org</a>&nbsp;and include:

Free rides on KANcycle for the entire month of May including locations in Salina, Minneapolis, Concordia, Belleville, Mankato, Beloit, Lincoln, Ellsworth, Lindsborg and Coffeyville.

Aurora Bike Rodeo happening on May 18 at 8:30 a.m. on Main Street.

Concordia Bike Rodeo happening on May 4 at 8:30 a.m at the Concordia Broadway Plaza.

Ellsworth Bike to Work Day Challenge on May 17th where participants have a chance to win local prizes.

Glasco Bike Rodeo happening on May 11 at 8:30 a.m. at 206 E. Main in Glasco.

A Bike Month Proclamation will be read at the Salina City Commission meeting on April 22.

The Salina Noon Network Ambucs will give away many Amtrykes to qualified individuals during the month of May.

Slow Saturday Social Rides are held in Salina each Saturday morning in May meeting at Ad Astra Books &amp; Coffee at 9:00 a.m.

The Salina Public Library will have a Bike Month book display in the Youth Services Department from May 6 – 17.

OCCK Transportation and KANcycle will have a biking and transportation display at the Salina Public Library Kick-off Event on May 24.

“Bike Month is a great way to celebrate biking as a mobility choice that is available around our region and across the state,” said Michelle Griffin, Director of Mobility Management for North Central Kansas.&nbsp; “By promoting these individual events, we hope to bring more awareness to the importance of having multi-modal options for all.”

KANcycle regional bike sharing provides North Central Kansas, including Salina, Minneapolis, Concordia, Belleville, Mankato, Beloit, Lincoln, and Ellsworth, with convenient, affordable access to bicycles as an easy, fun, healthy and eco-friendly means of transportation and recreation.&nbsp; OCCK, through a collaborative funding partnership with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, brings you KANcycle powered by Movatic.&nbsp;&nbsp;Riders join the program by signing up for annual memberships or pay-as-you-go.&nbsp; Annual memberships will be $30 with trips under 1 hour being free, student annual memberships will be $20 with trips under 1 hour being free, and pay-as-you-go will be $1.50 every 30 minutes.

OCCK, Inc. provides services in north central Kansas to anyone with any type of long or short-term disability, starting as early as birth and following people through their whole lives.&nbsp; OCCK provides an array of supports for success at home and in the community, including independent living skills and supports, employment and career training, Alzheimer’s supports, autism services, assistive technology, children’s services, transportation, specialized therapies, and home health care.

OCCK is committed to providing transportation services to the general public, seniors, and persons with disabilities, through a variety of programs, including a fixed route service in Salina, CityGo, a regional paratransit service that serves fourteen counties, non emergency medical transportation for people with Medicaid, as well as non emergency medical transportation for clients of Salina Regional Health Center, a regional fixed route service, 81 Connection, KANcycle – the regional bike sharing program, GoAbilene public transportation, GoConcordia public transportation, and the newest program, KanConnect.

For more information about OCCK, Inc., visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.occk.com/" target="_blank">www.occk.com</a>.&nbsp; For more information about CityGo and OCCK Transportation, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.salinacitygo.com/" target="_blank">www.salinacitygo.com</a>. Or, contact the OCCK Transportation Center at 785-826-1583.

For more information about KANcycle, rural bike sharing, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kancycle.org/" target="_blank">www.kancycle.org</a>.&nbsp;

For more information about Bike Month activities across the state of Kansas and Kansas Mobility Management, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ksrides.org/" target="_blank">www.ksrides.org</a>.

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 </figure>SubmittedThe month of May is National Bike Month, and communities all across Kansas are celebrating, including those here in North Central Kansas.&nbsp; Established in 1956, National Bike Month is a chance to showcase the many benefits of bicycling and encourage more folks to give biking a try.There are lots of ways to participate in Bike Month, locally, regionally and nationally.&nbsp; Some dates to celebrate are:May 5 –&nbsp;National Ride a Bike Day.&nbsp; Everyone is encouraged to #bikethere on this day.&nbsp;&nbsp;Whether you’re riding for fun, fitness or with family, or taking essential trips to work or shop, you are part of our movement for safer streets, connected communities, a healthier planet, and happier people. May 8 – National Bike to School Day.&nbsp; This day invites participants to celebrate the joy of active commuting while building a sense of community and school spirit. May 17 – National Bike to Work Day – 40% of all trips in the U.S. are less than two miles, making bicycling a feasible and fun way to get around.&nbsp; Residents all across the region are encouraged to ride&nbsp;their bike to work and to share photos on social media by using the hashtag #salinabikestowork2024 or #kansasbikestowork2024Other local events with details can be found on&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ksrides.org/" target="_blank">www.ksrides.org</a>&nbsp;and include:Free rides on KANcycle for the entire month of May including locations in Salina, Minneapolis, Concordia, Belleville, Mankato, Beloit, Lincoln, Ellsworth, Lindsborg and Coffeyville.Aurora Bike Rodeo happening on May 18 at 8:30 a.m. on Main Street.Concordia Bike Rodeo happening on May 4 at 8:30 a.m at the Concordia Broadway Plaza.Ellsworth Bike to Work Day Challenge on May 17th where participants have a chance to win local prizes.Glasco Bike Rodeo happening on May 11 at 8:30 a.m. at 206 E. Main in Glasco.A Bike Month Proclamation will be read at the Salina City Commission meeting on April 22.The Salina Noon Network Ambucs will give away many Amtrykes to qualified individuals during the month of May.Slow Saturday Social Rides are held in Salina each Saturday morning in May meeting at Ad Astra Books &amp; Coffee at 9:00 a.m.The Salina Public Library will have a Bike Month book display in the Youth Services Department from May 6 – 17.OCCK Transportation and KANcycle will have a biking and transportation display at the Salina Public Library Kick-off Event on May 24.“Bike Month is a great way to celebrate biking as a mobility choice that is available around our region and across the state,” said Michelle Griffin, Director of Mobility Management for North Central Kansas.&nbsp; “By promoting these individual events, we hope to bring more awareness to the importance of having multi-modal options for all.”KANcycle regional bike sharing provides North Central Kansas, including Salina, Minneapolis, Concordia, Belleville, Mankato, Beloit, Lincoln, and Ellsworth, with convenient, affordable access to bicycles as an easy, fun, healthy and eco-friendly means of transportation and recreation.&nbsp; OCCK, through a collaborative funding partnership with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, brings you KANcycle powered by Movatic.&nbsp;&nbsp;Riders join the program by signing up for annual memberships or pay-as-you-go.&nbsp; Annual memberships will be $30 with trips under 1 hour being free, student annual memberships will be $20 with trips under 1 hour being free, and pay-as-you-go will be $1.50 every 30 minutes.OCCK, Inc. provides services in north central Kansas to anyone with any type of long or short-term disability, starting as early as birth and following people through their whole lives.&nbsp; OCCK provides an array of supports for success at home and in the community, including independent living skills and supports, employment and career training, Alzheimer’s supports, autism services, assistive technology, children’s services, transportation, specialized therapies, and home health care.OCCK is committed to providing transportation services to the general public, seniors, and persons with disabilities, through a variety of programs, including a fixed route service in Salina, CityGo, a regional paratransit service that serves fourteen counties, non emergency medical transportation for people with Medicaid, as well as non emergency medical transportation for clients of Salina Regional Health Center, a regional fixed route service, 81 Connection, KANcycle – the regional bike sharing program, GoAbilene public transportation, GoConcordia public transportation, and the newest program, KanConnect.For more information about OCCK, Inc., visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.occk.com/" target="_blank">www.occk.com</a>.&nbsp; For more information about CityGo and OCCK Transportation, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.salinacitygo.com/" target="_blank">www.salinacitygo.com</a>. Or, contact the OCCK Transportation Center at 785-826-1583.For more information about KANcycle, rural bike sharing, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kancycle.org/" target="_blank">www.kancycle.org</a>.&nbsp;For more information about Bike Month activities across the state of Kansas and Kansas Mobility Management, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ksrides.org/" target="_blank">www.ksrides.org</a>.

Kansas Mobility reminding the public May is 'Bike Month'

Although not as severe, an active weather pattern is in the forecast across much of Kansas. Cities like Salina, Abilene, Topeka, Emporia and Hutchinson may see 70 mph wind gusts, large hail and locally heavy rainfall throughout the week.

U.S. National Weather Service Wichita (NWS Wichita) forecasters predict more concerning weather on Wednesday evening rather than Tuesday, with a warning that states, "Tornadoes cannot be ruled out" included in the Wednesday forecast.

Check out the <a href="https://salinapost.com/category/weather">Salina Post weather page</a> to stay up-to-date with the latest weather forecasts.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714399420404.jpeg" alt="The active weather pattern will continue this week with severe storms possible Tuesday and Wednesday. Graphic courtesy U.S. National Weather Service Wichita (NWS Wichita)." />
 <figcaption>The active weather pattern will continue this week with severe storms possible Tuesday and Wednesday. Graphic courtesy U.S. National Weather Service Wichita (NWS Wichita).</figcaption>
 </figure>By SALINA POSTAlthough not as severe, an active weather pattern is in the forecast across much of Kansas. Cities like Salina, Abilene, Topeka, Emporia and Hutchinson may see 70 mph wind gusts, large hail and locally heavy rainfall throughout the week.U.S. National Weather Service Wichita (NWS Wichita) forecasters predict more concerning weather on Wednesday evening rather than Tuesday, with a warning that states, "Tornadoes cannot be ruled out" included in the Wednesday forecast.Check out the <a href="https://salinapost.com/category/weather">Salina Post weather page</a> to stay up-to-date with the latest weather forecasts.

Rain returns in forecast this week, slight tornado chances on Wednesday

On April 29, 1429, Joan of Arc entered the besieged city of Orleans to lead a French victory over the English.

In 1916, the Easter Rising in Dublin collapsed as Irish nationalists surrendered to British authorities.

In 1945, during World War II, American soldiers liberated the Dachau (DAH’-khow) concentration camp. Adolf Hitler married Eva Braun inside his “Fuhrerbunker” and designated Adm. Karl Doenitz (DUHR’-nihtz) president.

In 1946, 28 former Japanese officials went on trial in Tokyo as war criminals; seven ended up being sentenced to death.

In 1957, the SM-1, the first military nuclear power plant, was dedicated at Fort Belvoir, Virginia.

In 1967, Aretha Franklin’s cover of Otis Redding’s “Respect” was released as a single by Atlantic Records.

In 1991, a cyclone began striking the South Asian country of Bangladesh; it ended up killing more than 138,000 people, according to the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

In 1992, a jury in Simi Valley, California, acquitted four Los Angeles police officers of almost all state charges in the videotaped beating of motorist Rodney King; the verdicts were followed by rioting in Los Angeles resulting in 55 deaths.

In 1997, a worldwide treaty to ban chemical weapons went into effect.

In 2008, Democratic presidential hopeful Barack Obama denounced his former pastor, the Rev. Jeremiah Wright, for what he termed “divisive and destructive” remarks on race.

In 2010, the U.S. Navy officially ended a ban on women serving on submarines, saying the first women would be reporting for duty by 2012.

In 2011, Britain’s Prince William and Kate Middleton were married in an opulent ceremony at London’s Westminster Abbey.

In 2013, opening statements took place in Los Angeles in a wrongful death lawsuit brought by Michael Jackson’s mother, Katherine Jackson, against concert giant AEG Live, claiming it had failed to properly investigate a doctor who cared for Jackson and was later convicted of involuntary manslaughter in his 2009 death. (The jury determined in October 2013 that AEG Live was not liable.)

In 2018, tennis great Boris Becker was sentenced to 2 1/2 years in prison for illicitly transferring large amounts of money and hiding assets after he was declared bankrupt.

In 2020, scientists announced the first effective treatment against the coronavirus, the experimental antiviral medication remdesivir, which they said could speed the recovery of COVID-19 patients.

In 2021, Brazil became the second country to officially top 400,000 COVID-19 deaths.

In 2023, hundreds of Americans fleeing two weeks of deadly fighting in Sudan reached the east African nation’s port in the first U.S.-run evacuation, completing a dangerous land journey under escort of armed drones.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714398607781.png" alt="Joan of Arc, a national heroine of France, is shown wearing armor. Joan of Arc, a Roman Catholic Church saint, had visions from God telling her to reclaim her homeland from English rule during the Hundred Years’ War. (AP Photo)" />
 <figcaption>Joan of Arc, a national heroine of France, is shown wearing armor. Joan of Arc, a Roman Catholic Church saint, had visions from God telling her to reclaim her homeland from English rule during the Hundred Years’ War. (AP Photo)</figcaption>
 </figure><h2>Today in History:</h2>On April 29, 1429, Joan of Arc entered the besieged city of Orleans to lead a French victory over the English.<h2>On this date:</h2>In 1916, the Easter Rising in Dublin collapsed as Irish nationalists surrendered to British authorities.In 1945, during World War II, American soldiers liberated the Dachau (DAH’-khow) concentration camp. Adolf Hitler married Eva Braun inside his “Fuhrerbunker” and designated Adm. Karl Doenitz (DUHR’-nihtz) president.In 1946, 28 former Japanese officials went on trial in Tokyo as war criminals; seven ended up being sentenced to death.In 1957, the SM-1, the first military nuclear power plant, was dedicated at Fort Belvoir, Virginia.In 1967, Aretha Franklin’s cover of Otis Redding’s “Respect” was released as a single by Atlantic Records.In 1991, a cyclone began striking the South Asian country of Bangladesh; it ended up killing more than 138,000 people, according to the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.In 1992, a jury in Simi Valley, California, acquitted four Los Angeles police officers of almost all state charges in the videotaped beating of motorist Rodney King; the verdicts were followed by rioting in Los Angeles resulting in 55 deaths.In 1997, a worldwide treaty to ban chemical weapons went into effect.In 2008, Democratic presidential hopeful Barack Obama denounced his former pastor, the Rev. Jeremiah Wright, for what he termed “divisive and destructive” remarks on race.In 2010, the U.S. Navy officially ended a ban on women serving on submarines, saying the first women would be reporting for duty by 2012.In 2011, Britain’s Prince William and Kate Middleton were married in an opulent ceremony at London’s Westminster Abbey.In 2013, opening statements took place in Los Angeles in a wrongful death lawsuit brought by Michael Jackson’s mother, Katherine Jackson, against concert giant AEG Live, claiming it had failed to properly investigate a doctor who cared for Jackson and was later convicted of involuntary manslaughter in his 2009 death. (The jury determined in October 2013 that AEG Live was not liable.)In 2018, tennis great Boris Becker was sentenced to 2 1/2 years in prison for illicitly transferring large amounts of money and hiding assets after he was declared bankrupt.In 2020, scientists announced the first effective treatment against the coronavirus, the experimental antiviral medication remdesivir, which they said could speed the recovery of COVID-19 patients.In 2021, Brazil became the second country to officially top 400,000 COVID-19 deaths.In 2023, hundreds of Americans fleeing two weeks of deadly fighting in Sudan reached the east African nation’s port in the first U.S.-run evacuation, completing a dangerous land journey under escort of armed drones.

Today in History, April 29

There’s one day of the year when history roars back to life for&nbsp;<a href="https://ywbzuldab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eiCC15rm898EGxaOdS02W-VS6FzADFTSV2wh4MdjnRNuY19O2ilS8KXcxRJUgUllsxnDptfbtdKYF6N_KLcgWI_ZAEkSlM-7whYPfpqBeh9Pdjipjxap4A-iq1Dwa_ESYPx53IxfYovq7N-WSfnz7kaNpU9PyEzSnomNeytg9VE=&amp;c=C0P2-CPQXlapcnttHjDs6ZfhiLcbQEy4x67fsOcYSEmHG9YmZL6HUQ==&amp;ch=vWbqJA3q2U0LmKeKmz8uP0rsjI9hNUJ_OoY2GS1tIqiP02mlBUFymQ==" target="_blank">Millfest</a>&nbsp;at the&nbsp;<a href="https://ywbzuldab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eiCC15rm898EGxaOdS02W-VS6FzADFTSV2wh4MdjnRNuY19O2ilS8MtVBrYfs-DWaEJ89S7DWfRfsuXUndZinhABhD_epYX1cAby3OHbYzEiUCphLwrX7B1yN6-jpSAhXrnFopioQMB9mmVbrjAf3IIMBgPv4de8QmsjCFxcbqblCqwXHgCnMg==&amp;c=C0P2-CPQXlapcnttHjDs6ZfhiLcbQEy4x67fsOcYSEmHG9YmZL6HUQ==&amp;ch=vWbqJA3q2U0LmKeKmz8uP0rsjI9hNUJ_OoY2GS1tIqiP02mlBUFymQ==" target="_blank">Lindsborg Old Mill and Swedish Heritage Museum</a>. On Saturday, May 4, the main event is when four stories of machinery in the 126-year-old Smoky Valley Roller Mills again spin into action as they have since the late 1800s.&nbsp;

Lenora Lynam, the museum Executive Director, said that since the Old Mill is the only working mill using 19th century roller mill technology in the Midwest, the opportunity to see what’s both a giant machine and work of art working as it has for more than a century is a rare experience.

 “It’s a tour that engages all the senses,” she said. “You can feel the floors rumble under your feet; hear the rattle and whir of machines, gears, and belts; see beautifully restored wood and metal equipment; and even maybe smell and taste a bit of the residue of grain dust in the air. If you haven’t gone to Millfest, you owe it to yourself to come.”

Tours run 9:00 a.m.-4:45 p.m. and cost $10 per person during Millfest, but all other museum attractions will be available by donation. For safety reasons, tours are restricted to those 13 years old or older, but when the mill shuts down again at 4:45 p.m. it will open up to families with children ages 12 and younger to take a free mill tour.

New this year is axe throwing from noon to 3:00 p.m. from&nbsp;<a href="https://ywbzuldab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eiCC15rm898EGxaOdS02W-VS6FzADFTSV2wh4MdjnRNuY19O2ilS8O01faeo-SZ7cLMs58i_f-U4SbNVKMPb2HCoPeNfa_sG2wRIc_ncn5Yo5chw4iGLbjKzs8yHyxJSgINayP1vC59GZwvLMXRP2LdPYyqCSipdXybOU-hkBQGs8JiqIjPm8OKlnn8IwRcjYMr8sgYH9OQ=&amp;c=C0P2-CPQXlapcnttHjDs6ZfhiLcbQEy4x67fsOcYSEmHG9YmZL6HUQ==&amp;ch=vWbqJA3q2U0LmKeKmz8uP0rsjI9hNUJ_OoY2GS1tIqiP02mlBUFymQ==" target="_blank">Oak &amp; Iron Lanes</a>. Just $5 per person for unlimited times through the line.

Music entertainment will be available on the museum front porch 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Local group the&nbsp;<a href="https://ywbzuldab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eiCC15rm898EGxaOdS02W-VS6FzADFTSV2wh4MdjnRNuY19O2ilS8KSQ-SOb_XLfmfRaFh8CfLhCOrzwxl7SelLI184YkCp-jI5kcvZb2ETq7oORD3zc9XKGkun40C7vPjxzmCKUx1PpVzQv6EJSO5UN9Jbk5Gx1l-JnGjBSRcwDLpRFKMkx1g==&amp;c=C0P2-CPQXlapcnttHjDs6ZfhiLcbQEy4x67fsOcYSEmHG9YmZL6HUQ==&amp;ch=vWbqJA3q2U0LmKeKmz8uP0rsjI9hNUJ_OoY2GS1tIqiP02mlBUFymQ==" target="_blank">Front Porch Pickers</a>&nbsp;will take the porch stage at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., while Lindsborg-favorite folk rock band&nbsp;<a href="https://ywbzuldab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eiCC15rm898EGxaOdS02W-VS6FzADFTSV2wh4MdjnRNuY19O2ilS8O01faeo-SZ7NagcolFJd6MeXfhTuMKQwOD_n6P0rAsP9G7uyMUb44FkRQBDeJZ5aELjJo0LyYJ1asOT0rRl2c6IJeZw8J9pGtCtdAsFYiKL148UUXYougaER1N7QElMvg==&amp;c=C0P2-CPQXlapcnttHjDs6ZfhiLcbQEy4x67fsOcYSEmHG9YmZL6HUQ==&amp;ch=vWbqJA3q2U0LmKeKmz8uP0rsjI9hNUJ_OoY2GS1tIqiP02mlBUFymQ==" target="_blank">Old Man Lingonberry</a>&nbsp;performs classic covers at noon.

This year in a new special treat, the music lineup will have “Bethany Goes to Broadway” at 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m., featuring show tune selections performed by Bethany College students who are coming back to Lindsborg just for Millfest.

To discover the arts and crafts vendors and demostrations and the food options, as well as detailed information for the whole day, go to the&nbsp;<a href="https://ywbzuldab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eiCC15rm898EGxaOdS02W-VS6FzADFTSV2wh4MdjnRNuY19O2ilS8O01faeo-SZ7ibhRZmkOT2MFZ0TuUXnuIumVoPaPkFlirCwZLVb3G-TMGS7Akl12mBgogSS27gY0x-R0BwcGsR91EZ1DtzPzg44J81YIpIC6RKmqCJT_aLZ_S7K5RWoLNw==&amp;c=C0P2-CPQXlapcnttHjDs6ZfhiLcbQEy4x67fsOcYSEmHG9YmZL6HUQ==&amp;ch=vWbqJA3q2U0LmKeKmz8uP0rsjI9hNUJ_OoY2GS1tIqiP02mlBUFymQ==" target="_blank">Visit Lindsborg blog</a>!

<a href="https://ywbzuldab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eiCC15rm898EGxaOdS02W-VS6FzADFTSV2wh4MdjnRNuY19O2ilS8O4g4QCRrfsy7h0vTWJk8OYc-t3sgK1yTD0U9goSrZFDVAoA4Yngv8dIUVWsQFQ61rftwwCcimmscGLCyqwLFX1rcd--tJDgz4VI3GvvyN74&amp;c=C0P2-CPQXlapcnttHjDs6ZfhiLcbQEy4x67fsOcYSEmHG9YmZL6HUQ==&amp;ch=vWbqJA3q2U0LmKeKmz8uP0rsjI9hNUJ_OoY2GS1tIqiP02mlBUFymQ==" target="_blank">Lindsborg Old Mill &amp; Swedish Heritage Museum</a>&nbsp;is located at 120 E Mill Street. Hours for Millfest are 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. The Lindsborg Old Mill &amp; Swedish Heritage Museum celebrates and preserves the pioneering spirit of the Smoky Valley by educating, entertaining, and building community across generations so that history comes to life.

With special emphasis on the period from 1870 to 1910, the museum includes two buildings on the&nbsp;<a href="https://ywbzuldab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eiCC15rm898EGxaOdS02W-VS6FzADFTSV2wh4MdjnRNuY19O2ilS8CHp_Fel4xVvpceobl5ivIeiJJ2RcWJgJ7ZqDSsGxHEQE47NYorDl05MXbmnhwA8tTsLxnMnwtDBoDOyd2VVSmiESbxD_Wf0nqSUf-Jfeh_89peUG9JLh7LA5dCIVds0GL_M3YQVWVFnpWRSU_vHQFA=&amp;c=C0P2-CPQXlapcnttHjDs6ZfhiLcbQEy4x67fsOcYSEmHG9YmZL6HUQ==&amp;ch=vWbqJA3q2U0LmKeKmz8uP0rsjI9hNUJ_OoY2GS1tIqiP02mlBUFymQ==" target="_blank">National Register of Historical Places</a>&nbsp;and extensive archives and artifact collections. The museum seeks to honor the rich story of Lindsborg and its people.

When it’s time for lunch, guests can purchase burgers, street tacos and sandwiches from Paradise Eats; or gumbo, tamales, eggrolls, and Asian fusion from Kim’s Express Foods or pick up a quick bite with WheatSnax, unique candies, and flavored honey sticks from the museum gift shop.

Also, just off the gift shop, guests can bid on some exciting silent auction items to help support the museum’s mission – everything from artwork to a Myra Bag backback, to a pair of tickets to one of three shows at Salina’s Stiefel Thetre! Bidding will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Finally, Millfest will also be opening weekend for a new temporary mini-exhibition in the main gallery of the museum. “Skeleton-Of-Dog… Selected Geology &amp; Natural History Artifacts from the Bethany College Collection Archives” is showing now in the main gallery of the museum. These museum holds artifacts from the former Bethany College Museum, but these rare geological and natural history treasures haven’t been seen publicly in decades. Thanks to the efforts of dozens of area volunteers, the museum is able to present the best selection from this fascinating collection.

Adam Pracht, the museum Marketing and Communications Director, said that last year was actually his first time attending Millfest.

“There’s so much to do and see, but the Old Mill running is my favorite,” he said. “Three moments in particular: When it first revved up to speed in the morning, standing outside hearing the antique machines rumble inside, and the very end of the day after the mills are off again, but still slightly warm. There’s a promise there; that history will be here for us to visit again next year.”

Learn more at&nbsp;<a href="https://ywbzuldab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eiCC15rm898EGxaOdS02W-VS6FzADFTSV2wh4MdjnRNuY19O2ilS8O4g4QCRrfsy7h0vTWJk8OYc-t3sgK1yTD0U9goSrZFDVAoA4Yngv8dIUVWsQFQ61rftwwCcimmscGLCyqwLFX1rcd--tJDgz4VI3GvvyN74&amp;c=C0P2-CPQXlapcnttHjDs6ZfhiLcbQEy4x67fsOcYSEmHG9YmZL6HUQ==&amp;ch=vWbqJA3q2U0LmKeKmz8uP0rsjI9hNUJ_OoY2GS1tIqiP02mlBUFymQ==" target="_blank">www.oldmillmuseum.org</a>.

Significant sponsorship for Millfest has been provided by:

• Dröm Sött Inn – Lindsborg, Kansas

• Farmers State Bank – Lindsborg, Kansas

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714226309870.jpeg" alt="Lindsborg Smoky Valley Roller Mills" />
 <figcaption>Lindsborg Smoky Valley Roller Mills</figcaption>
 </figure>SubmittedThere’s one day of the year when history roars back to life for&nbsp;<a href="https://ywbzuldab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eiCC15rm898EGxaOdS02W-VS6FzADFTSV2wh4MdjnRNuY19O2ilS8KXcxRJUgUllsxnDptfbtdKYF6N_KLcgWI_ZAEkSlM-7whYPfpqBeh9Pdjipjxap4A-iq1Dwa_ESYPx53IxfYovq7N-WSfnz7kaNpU9PyEzSnomNeytg9VE=&amp;c=C0P2-CPQXlapcnttHjDs6ZfhiLcbQEy4x67fsOcYSEmHG9YmZL6HUQ==&amp;ch=vWbqJA3q2U0LmKeKmz8uP0rsjI9hNUJ_OoY2GS1tIqiP02mlBUFymQ==" target="_blank">Millfest</a>&nbsp;at the&nbsp;<a href="https://ywbzuldab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eiCC15rm898EGxaOdS02W-VS6FzADFTSV2wh4MdjnRNuY19O2ilS8MtVBrYfs-DWaEJ89S7DWfRfsuXUndZinhABhD_epYX1cAby3OHbYzEiUCphLwrX7B1yN6-jpSAhXrnFopioQMB9mmVbrjAf3IIMBgPv4de8QmsjCFxcbqblCqwXHgCnMg==&amp;c=C0P2-CPQXlapcnttHjDs6ZfhiLcbQEy4x67fsOcYSEmHG9YmZL6HUQ==&amp;ch=vWbqJA3q2U0LmKeKmz8uP0rsjI9hNUJ_OoY2GS1tIqiP02mlBUFymQ==" target="_blank">Lindsborg Old Mill and Swedish Heritage Museum</a>. On Saturday, May 4, the main event is when four stories of machinery in the 126-year-old Smoky Valley Roller Mills again spin into action as they have since the late 1800s.&nbsp;Lenora Lynam, the museum Executive Director, said that since the Old Mill is the only working mill using 19th century roller mill technology in the Midwest, the opportunity to see what’s both a giant machine and work of art working as it has for more than a century is a rare experience. “It’s a tour that engages all the senses,” she said. “You can feel the floors rumble under your feet; hear the rattle and whir of machines, gears, and belts; see beautifully restored wood and metal equipment; and even maybe smell and taste a bit of the residue of grain dust in the air. If you haven’t gone to Millfest, you owe it to yourself to come.”Tours run 9:00 a.m.-4:45 p.m. and cost $10 per person during Millfest, but all other museum attractions will be available by donation. For safety reasons, tours are restricted to those 13 years old or older, but when the mill shuts down again at 4:45 p.m. it will open up to families with children ages 12 and younger to take a free mill tour.New this year is axe throwing from noon to 3:00 p.m. from&nbsp;<a href="https://ywbzuldab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eiCC15rm898EGxaOdS02W-VS6FzADFTSV2wh4MdjnRNuY19O2ilS8O01faeo-SZ7cLMs58i_f-U4SbNVKMPb2HCoPeNfa_sG2wRIc_ncn5Yo5chw4iGLbjKzs8yHyxJSgINayP1vC59GZwvLMXRP2LdPYyqCSipdXybOU-hkBQGs8JiqIjPm8OKlnn8IwRcjYMr8sgYH9OQ=&amp;c=C0P2-CPQXlapcnttHjDs6ZfhiLcbQEy4x67fsOcYSEmHG9YmZL6HUQ==&amp;ch=vWbqJA3q2U0LmKeKmz8uP0rsjI9hNUJ_OoY2GS1tIqiP02mlBUFymQ==" target="_blank">Oak &amp; Iron Lanes</a>. Just $5 per person for unlimited times through the line.Music entertainment will be available on the museum front porch 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Local group the&nbsp;<a href="https://ywbzuldab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eiCC15rm898EGxaOdS02W-VS6FzADFTSV2wh4MdjnRNuY19O2ilS8KSQ-SOb_XLfmfRaFh8CfLhCOrzwxl7SelLI184YkCp-jI5kcvZb2ETq7oORD3zc9XKGkun40C7vPjxzmCKUx1PpVzQv6EJSO5UN9Jbk5Gx1l-JnGjBSRcwDLpRFKMkx1g==&amp;c=C0P2-CPQXlapcnttHjDs6ZfhiLcbQEy4x67fsOcYSEmHG9YmZL6HUQ==&amp;ch=vWbqJA3q2U0LmKeKmz8uP0rsjI9hNUJ_OoY2GS1tIqiP02mlBUFymQ==" target="_blank">Front Porch Pickers</a>&nbsp;will take the porch stage at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., while Lindsborg-favorite folk rock band&nbsp;<a href="https://ywbzuldab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eiCC15rm898EGxaOdS02W-VS6FzADFTSV2wh4MdjnRNuY19O2ilS8O01faeo-SZ7NagcolFJd6MeXfhTuMKQwOD_n6P0rAsP9G7uyMUb44FkRQBDeJZ5aELjJo0LyYJ1asOT0rRl2c6IJeZw8J9pGtCtdAsFYiKL148UUXYougaER1N7QElMvg==&amp;c=C0P2-CPQXlapcnttHjDs6ZfhiLcbQEy4x67fsOcYSEmHG9YmZL6HUQ==&amp;ch=vWbqJA3q2U0LmKeKmz8uP0rsjI9hNUJ_OoY2GS1tIqiP02mlBUFymQ==" target="_blank">Old Man Lingonberry</a>&nbsp;performs classic covers at noon. This year in a new special treat, the music lineup will have “Bethany Goes to Broadway” at 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m., featuring show tune selections performed by Bethany College students who are coming back to Lindsborg just for Millfest.To discover the arts and crafts vendors and demostrations and the food options, as well as detailed information for the whole day, go to the&nbsp;<a href="https://ywbzuldab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eiCC15rm898EGxaOdS02W-VS6FzADFTSV2wh4MdjnRNuY19O2ilS8O01faeo-SZ7ibhRZmkOT2MFZ0TuUXnuIumVoPaPkFlirCwZLVb3G-TMGS7Akl12mBgogSS27gY0x-R0BwcGsR91EZ1DtzPzg44J81YIpIC6RKmqCJT_aLZ_S7K5RWoLNw==&amp;c=C0P2-CPQXlapcnttHjDs6ZfhiLcbQEy4x67fsOcYSEmHG9YmZL6HUQ==&amp;ch=vWbqJA3q2U0LmKeKmz8uP0rsjI9hNUJ_OoY2GS1tIqiP02mlBUFymQ==" target="_blank">Visit Lindsborg blog</a>!<a href="https://ywbzuldab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eiCC15rm898EGxaOdS02W-VS6FzADFTSV2wh4MdjnRNuY19O2ilS8O4g4QCRrfsy7h0vTWJk8OYc-t3sgK1yTD0U9goSrZFDVAoA4Yngv8dIUVWsQFQ61rftwwCcimmscGLCyqwLFX1rcd--tJDgz4VI3GvvyN74&amp;c=C0P2-CPQXlapcnttHjDs6ZfhiLcbQEy4x67fsOcYSEmHG9YmZL6HUQ==&amp;ch=vWbqJA3q2U0LmKeKmz8uP0rsjI9hNUJ_OoY2GS1tIqiP02mlBUFymQ==" target="_blank">Lindsborg Old Mill &amp; Swedish Heritage Museum</a>&nbsp;is located at 120 E Mill Street. Hours for Millfest are 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. The Lindsborg Old Mill &amp; Swedish Heritage Museum celebrates and preserves the pioneering spirit of the Smoky Valley by educating, entertaining, and building community across generations so that history comes to life. With special emphasis on the period from 1870 to 1910, the museum includes two buildings on the&nbsp;<a href="https://ywbzuldab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eiCC15rm898EGxaOdS02W-VS6FzADFTSV2wh4MdjnRNuY19O2ilS8CHp_Fel4xVvpceobl5ivIeiJJ2RcWJgJ7ZqDSsGxHEQE47NYorDl05MXbmnhwA8tTsLxnMnwtDBoDOyd2VVSmiESbxD_Wf0nqSUf-Jfeh_89peUG9JLh7LA5dCIVds0GL_M3YQVWVFnpWRSU_vHQFA=&amp;c=C0P2-CPQXlapcnttHjDs6ZfhiLcbQEy4x67fsOcYSEmHG9YmZL6HUQ==&amp;ch=vWbqJA3q2U0LmKeKmz8uP0rsjI9hNUJ_OoY2GS1tIqiP02mlBUFymQ==" target="_blank">National Register of Historical Places</a>&nbsp;and extensive archives and artifact collections. The museum seeks to honor the rich story of Lindsborg and its people.When it’s time for lunch, guests can purchase burgers, street tacos and sandwiches from Paradise Eats; or gumbo, tamales, eggrolls, and Asian fusion from Kim’s Express Foods or pick up a quick bite with WheatSnax, unique candies, and flavored honey sticks from the museum gift shop.Also, just off the gift shop, guests can bid on some exciting silent auction items to help support the museum’s mission – everything from artwork to a Myra Bag backback, to a pair of tickets to one of three shows at Salina’s Stiefel Thetre! Bidding will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.Finally, Millfest will also be opening weekend for a new temporary mini-exhibition in the main gallery of the museum. “Skeleton-Of-Dog… Selected Geology &amp; Natural History Artifacts from the Bethany College Collection Archives” is showing now in the main gallery of the museum. These museum holds artifacts from the former Bethany College Museum, but these rare geological and natural history treasures haven’t been seen publicly in decades. Thanks to the efforts of dozens of area volunteers, the museum is able to present the best selection from this fascinating collection.Adam Pracht, the museum Marketing and Communications Director, said that last year was actually his first time attending Millfest.“There’s so much to do and see, but the Old Mill running is my favorite,” he said. “Three moments in particular: When it first revved up to speed in the morning, standing outside hearing the antique machines rumble inside, and the very end of the day after the mills are off again, but still slightly warm. There’s a promise there; that history will be here for us to visit again next year.” Learn more at&nbsp;<a href="https://ywbzuldab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001eiCC15rm898EGxaOdS02W-VS6FzADFTSV2wh4MdjnRNuY19O2ilS8O4g4QCRrfsy7h0vTWJk8OYc-t3sgK1yTD0U9goSrZFDVAoA4Yngv8dIUVWsQFQ61rftwwCcimmscGLCyqwLFX1rcd--tJDgz4VI3GvvyN74&amp;c=C0P2-CPQXlapcnttHjDs6ZfhiLcbQEy4x67fsOcYSEmHG9YmZL6HUQ==&amp;ch=vWbqJA3q2U0LmKeKmz8uP0rsjI9hNUJ_OoY2GS1tIqiP02mlBUFymQ==" target="_blank">www.oldmillmuseum.org</a>.Significant sponsorship for Millfest has been provided by:• CHS Refinery – McPherson, Kansas• CKA Consulting – Topeka, Kansas• Dröm Sött Inn – Lindsborg, Kansas• Ehmke Seed – Healy, Kansas• Farmers State Bank – Lindsborg, Kansas• Kansas Wheat – Manhattan, Kansas

Lindsborg museum celebrates at annual Millfest on May 4

Following is recent booking activity for the Saline County Jail, as provided by law enforcement. Photos, if provided, are courtesy of Saline County Jail.

All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

NAME:&nbsp;Deckert,Jacob Lee REQUESTED CHARGE(S):Probation Violation, Failure to appear

NAME: Heffner,Christopher Eric REQUESTED CHARGE(S):Battery, Battery; Knowing/recklessly causing bodily harm, Criminal Damage to Property; Value Unknown, Domestic battery: Knowing/reckless bodily harm

NAME:&nbsp;Hurt,Paul Michael REQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp;Theft of prop/services;Value $1,500 to $25,000

NAME:&nbsp;&nbsp;James,Raymond John REQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp;Driving under influence of alcohol or drugs Unknown severity

NAME:&nbsp;Maas,Mason Dean REQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp;Probation Violation

NAME:&nbsp;&nbsp;Sexton,Alexis Dawn REQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp; &nbsp;Outside warrant/NCIC hit

NAME:&nbsp;Stubbs,Michael James REQUESTED CHARGE(S): Driving While Suspended, Driving while habitual violator, Failure to appear

NAME:&nbsp;Sutton,Kendra Renee REQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp;Failure to appear

NAME:&nbsp;Torres,Miguel Angel REQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp;Probation Violation

NAME:&nbsp;&nbsp;White,Morgan Britteny Viola REQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp;Probation Violation

Following is recent booking activity for the Saline County Jail, as provided by law enforcement. Photos, if provided, are courtesy of Saline County Jail.All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714396307946.jpeg" alt="Deckert,Jacob Lee" />
 <figcaption>Deckert,Jacob Lee</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;Deckert,Jacob Lee REQUESTED CHARGE(S):Probation Violation, Failure to appear<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714396438509.jpeg" alt="&nbsp;&nbsp;Heffner,Christopher Eric" />
 <figcaption>&nbsp;&nbsp;Heffner,Christopher Eric</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME: Heffner,Christopher Eric REQUESTED CHARGE(S):Battery, Battery; Knowing/recklessly causing bodily harm, Criminal Damage to Property; Value Unknown, Domestic battery: Knowing/reckless bodily harm<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714396463069.jpeg" alt="Hurt,Paul Michael" />
 <figcaption>Hurt,Paul Michael</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;Hurt,Paul Michael REQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp;Theft of prop/services;Value $1,500 to $25,000<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714396521409.png" alt="James,Raymond John" />
 <figcaption>James,Raymond John</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;&nbsp;James,Raymond John REQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp;Driving under influence of alcohol or drugs Unknown severity<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714396553454.jpeg" alt="Maas,Mason Dean" />
 <figcaption>Maas,Mason Dean</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;Maas,Mason Dean REQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp;Probation Violation<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714396587886.jpeg" alt="Sexton,Alexis Dawn" />
 <figcaption>Sexton,Alexis Dawn</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;&nbsp;Sexton,Alexis Dawn REQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp; &nbsp;Outside warrant/NCIC hit<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714396632309.jpeg" alt="Stubbs,Michael James" />
 <figcaption>Stubbs,Michael James</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;Stubbs,Michael James REQUESTED CHARGE(S): Driving While Suspended, Driving while habitual violator, Failure to appear<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714396675458.jpeg" alt="Sutton,Kendra Renee" />
 <figcaption>Sutton,Kendra Renee</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;Sutton,Kendra Renee REQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp;Failure to appear<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714396707436.jpeg" alt="Torres,Miguel Angel" />
 <figcaption>Torres,Miguel Angel</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;Torres,Miguel Angel REQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp;Probation Violation<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714396770433.png" alt="White,Morgan Britteny Viola" />
 <figcaption>White,Morgan Britteny Viola</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;&nbsp;White,Morgan Britteny Viola REQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp;Probation Violation

Saline County Jail Bookings, April 29

WASHINGTON —President Biden declared that a major disaster exists in the State of Kansas and ordered Federal assistance to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe winter storm from January 8 to January 16, 2024, according to a statement from the White House.

Federal funding is available to state, tribal, and eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis for emergency work and the repair or replacement of facilities damaged by the severe winter storm in the counties of Butler, Chase, Cloud, Edwards, Ford, Geary, Gray, Hodgeman, Morris, Osage, Ottawa, Pawnee, Shawnee, Stafford, Trego, and Wabaunsee.

Federal funding is also available on a cost-sharing basis for hazard mitigation measures statewide.&nbsp;

Mr. DuWayne Tewes of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has been appointed to coordinate Federal recovery operations in the affected areas.&nbsp;

Additional designations may be made at a later date if requested by the state and warranted by the results of further damage assessments.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714393600017.png" alt="-KanDrive camera image during the January storm" />
 <figcaption>-KanDrive camera image during the January storm</figcaption>
 </figure>WASHINGTON —President Biden declared that a major disaster exists in the State of Kansas and ordered Federal assistance to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe winter storm from January 8 to January 16, 2024, according to a statement from the White House.Federal funding is available to state, tribal, and eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis for emergency work and the repair or replacement of facilities damaged by the severe winter storm in the counties of Butler, Chase, Cloud, Edwards, Ford, Geary, Gray, Hodgeman, Morris, Osage, Ottawa, Pawnee, Shawnee, Stafford, Trego, and Wabaunsee.Federal funding is also available on a cost-sharing basis for hazard mitigation measures statewide.&nbsp;Mr. DuWayne Tewes of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has been appointed to coordinate Federal recovery operations in the affected areas.&nbsp;Additional designations may be made at a later date if requested by the state and warranted by the results of further damage assessments.

Biden approves disaster declaration for Kansas for January winter storms

Join Dean, Mike, and Salina Post News Director Nate King in a conversation about <a href="https://www.projectsalina.com/">Project Salina's mission</a> to support local nonprofits through sustainable food donations.&nbsp;

Project Salina is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that serves six&nbsp;agencies in Salina;&nbsp;Ashby House, DVACK, Salvation Army, Salina Rescue Mission,&nbsp;Salina Emergency Aid/Food Bank&nbsp;and Salina Grace (added September 2024).&nbsp; Each agency provides a list of food items that&nbsp;are needed. Project Salina donations helps the&nbsp;six&nbsp;agencies keep their shelves full when donations are not coming in as needed. Nearly 200 businesses routinely participate in Project Salina.

Project Salina started in 1990 when founding members Jack Parr and Jane Kramer observed that agencies in Salina which feed people in need were running out of food by summertime. These agencies would receive donations during Christmastime and run out of food by June. Summer is the time of greatest need when school is out of session and&nbsp;the parents of&nbsp;school-aged children begin turning to these agencies for three meals a day.&nbsp;

Parr and Kramer decided to start Project Salina with the purpose of collecting food every May and delivering donations to these agencies through the summer.If you would like to donate to Project Salina, send a check (made out to Project Salina) to Project Salina, PO Box 2861, Salina KS 67402-2861. &nbsp; If your business would like to participate&nbsp;in Project Salina, send an email to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:projectsalina@gmail.com">projectsalina@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;to get started. &nbsp;Project Salina is on Facebook and Twitter and&nbsp;online at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.projectsalina.com/">https://www.projectsalina.com/</a>.

<div><iframe title="Project Salina Board Members, Mike Paul and Dean Atteberry" 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=dhdrs-15c2684-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>Join Dean, Mike, and Salina Post News Director Nate King in a conversation about <a href="https://www.projectsalina.com/">Project Salina's mission</a> to support local nonprofits through sustainable food donations.&nbsp;Project Salina is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that serves six&nbsp;agencies in Salina;&nbsp;Ashby House, DVACK, Salvation Army, Salina Rescue Mission,&nbsp;Salina Emergency Aid/Food Bank&nbsp;and Salina Grace (added September 2024).&nbsp; Each agency provides a list of food items that&nbsp;are needed. Project Salina donations helps the&nbsp;six&nbsp;agencies keep their shelves full when donations are not coming in as needed. Nearly 200 businesses routinely participate in Project Salina.Project Salina started in 1990 when founding members Jack Parr and Jane Kramer observed that agencies in Salina which feed people in need were running out of food by summertime. These agencies would receive donations during Christmastime and run out of food by June. Summer is the time of greatest need when school is out of session and&nbsp;the parents of&nbsp;school-aged children begin turning to these agencies for three meals a day.&nbsp; Parr and Kramer decided to start Project Salina with the purpose of collecting food every May and delivering donations to these agencies through the summer.If you would like to donate to Project Salina, send a check (made out to Project Salina) to Project Salina, PO Box 2861, Salina KS 67402-2861. &nbsp; If your business would like to participate&nbsp;in Project Salina, send an email to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:projectsalina@gmail.com">projectsalina@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;to get started. &nbsp;Project Salina is on Facebook and Twitter and&nbsp;online at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.projectsalina.com/">https://www.projectsalina.com/</a>.

🎙King in the Community, Project Salina

Join Salina Post News Director, Nate King, in a conversation with K-State Salina Dean and CEO Alysia Starkey on this latest episode of King in the Community.

Starkey discusses K-State Salina's focus on cultivating student passions and career development, what led her toward her current job, campus development plans, partnerships with the aerospace industry, student experience improvements, and how the aviation program continues to evolve to meet the needs of the aviation industry.&nbsp; Tune in for exciting updates from K-State Salina on this episode of King in the Community.

<div><iframe title="Alysia Starkey, K-State Salina Dean/CEO" 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=fk7ku-15ea813-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>Join Salina Post News Director, Nate King, in a conversation with K-State Salina Dean and CEO Alysia Starkey on this latest episode of King in the Community.Starkey discusses K-State Salina's focus on cultivating student passions and career development, what led her toward her current job, campus development plans, partnerships with the aerospace industry, student experience improvements, and how the aviation program continues to evolve to meet the needs of the aviation industry.&nbsp; Tune in for exciting updates from K-State Salina on this episode of King in the Community.<div><iframe title="King in the Community" allowtransparency="true" height="315" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:315px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=skmut-558a99-pbblog-playlist&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&order=episodic&limit=10&filter=no-tags&ss=e40cee07429643871ab1854ae81df9d2&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>

🎙King in the Community: K-State Salina Dean and CEO Alysia Starkey

The Salina Area Chamber of Commerce visited AJ Honey Honey Farms, LLC, on Friday, April 26, to celebrate a ribbon cutting for joining the chamber and the business's brick-and-mortar location on Ninth Street.

AJ Honey Farms co-owner Allen Stovall told the packed storefront of visitors his and his wife's, co-owner Judy Stovall, journey to opening AJ Honey Farms.

Allen Stovall also shared his passion for helping other beekeepers and spreading awareness and education about the benefits and conservation that stem from beekeeping.

"We always want to see new beekeepers coming in. We're happy to teach it and of course we do not charge to teach something we do because we enjoy helping people learn this trade," Allen Stovall said. "So teaching is a large part of this."

READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/468bc8ee-a938-49e5-aa9d-286e2f02e11d">AJ Honey Farms — leading local beekeepers toward success</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714240606251.jpeg" alt="AJ Honey Farms, LLC, celebrates a ribbon cutting with the Salina Area Chamber of Commerce on Friday, April 26, in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>AJ Honey Farms, LLC, celebrates a ribbon cutting with the Salina Area Chamber of Commerce on Friday, April 26, in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>By OLIVIA BERGMEIER Lead Reporter - Salina PostThe Salina Area Chamber of Commerce visited AJ Honey Honey Farms, LLC, on Friday, April 26, to celebrate a ribbon cutting for joining the chamber and the business's brick-and-mortar location on Ninth Street.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714241210929.jpeg" alt="AJ Honey Farms, LLC, owners Judy and Allen Stovall share about their business and their focus on beekeeping education in the region during a Ribbon ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, April 26, in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>AJ Honey Farms, LLC, owners Judy and Allen Stovall share about their business and their focus on beekeeping education in the region during a Ribbon ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, April 26, in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>AJ Honey Farms co-owner Allen Stovall told the packed storefront of visitors his and his wife's, co-owner Judy Stovall, journey to opening AJ Honey Farms.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714241383997.jpeg" alt="Visitors pack the storefront of AJ Honey Farms, LLC, to celebrate a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, April 26, in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>Visitors pack the storefront of AJ Honey Farms, LLC, to celebrate a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, April 26, in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>Allen Stovall also shared his passion for helping other beekeepers and spreading awareness and education about the benefits and conservation that stem from beekeeping."We always want to see new beekeepers coming in. We're happy to teach it and of course we do not charge to teach something we do because we enjoy helping people learn this trade," Allen Stovall said. "So teaching is a large part of this."READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/468bc8ee-a938-49e5-aa9d-286e2f02e11d">AJ Honey Farms — leading local beekeepers toward success</a>

AJ Honey Farms, LLC, celebrates storefront with Salina Area Chamber of Commerce

After an extensive search, the Catholic Foundation for Diocese of Salina Board of Directors is pleased to announce Tyler Greenman as Chief Executive Officer. Tyler currently serves as Assistant Chief Financial Officer for the Diocese of Salina, a position that he has held since 2021.

Originally from Denver, Colorado, Greenman holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Metropolitan State University of Denver. He went on to earn his master’s degree in accounting from the University of Colorado Denver and became a Certified Public Accountant.

A convert to the Catholic faith, Tyler was confirmed in 2003. He and his wife, Laura, are parishioners of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in Salina and are proud parents to four beautiful daughters.

“I am excited about Tyler taking the position of CEO for the Catholic Foundation. He brings a unique set of skills to the position that will be immensely invaluable. I look forward to working with him in his new role, and the future of the foundation under his leadership,” stated Bishop Gerald Vincke, Diocese of Salina.

Mr. Greenman will officially assume the position of CEO on July 1, 2024, upon the retirement of Katie Platten, who has served as the CEO of the Catholic Foundation since 2020.

Dr. Doug Hinkin of Manhattan, Kansas, Board President for the Catholic Foundation for Diocese of Salina, expressed his gratitude for Katie Platten’s exceptional leadership over the years. “Her dedication and tireless efforts have transformed a small idea into a vibrant, active foundation engaging so many generous donors, schools, and parishes around the Diocese of Salina. The attention to detail, long hours spent with attorneys and others to get the paperwork of the foundation in order, and then the unbelievable amount of time she

has spent traveling the diocese has been remarkable. She has built a rock-solid foundation for the future.”

Hinkin also expressed excitement about Tyler’s appointment, stating, “The Board is thrilled to welcome Tyler from the Diocesan Finance office. He brings experience from investment advising and accounting that will be essential to our operations plus he is familiar with the operations of the diocesan offices and the people of the diocese. We are confident he will grow into an excellent leader and fundraiser for the Foundation.”

The Catholic Foundation for Diocese of Salina invites the community to join them in extending a warm welcome to Tyler Greenman in his new role as CEO and expressing sincere gratitude to Katie Platten for her years of leadership and guidance.

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 </figure>SubmittedAfter an extensive search, the Catholic Foundation for Diocese of Salina Board of Directors is pleased to announce Tyler Greenman as Chief Executive Officer. Tyler currently serves as Assistant Chief Financial Officer for the Diocese of Salina, a position that he has held since 2021.Originally from Denver, Colorado, Greenman holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Metropolitan State University of Denver. He went on to earn his master’s degree in accounting from the University of Colorado Denver and became a Certified Public Accountant.A convert to the Catholic faith, Tyler was confirmed in 2003. He and his wife, Laura, are parishioners of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in Salina and are proud parents to four beautiful daughters.“I am excited about Tyler taking the position of CEO for the Catholic Foundation. He brings a unique set of skills to the position that will be immensely invaluable. I look forward to working with him in his new role, and the future of the foundation under his leadership,” stated Bishop Gerald Vincke, Diocese of Salina.Mr. Greenman will officially assume the position of CEO on July 1, 2024, upon the retirement of Katie Platten, who has served as the CEO of the Catholic Foundation since 2020.Dr. Doug Hinkin of Manhattan, Kansas, Board President for the Catholic Foundation for Diocese of Salina, expressed his gratitude for Katie Platten’s exceptional leadership over the years. “Her dedication and tireless efforts have transformed a small idea into a vibrant, active foundation engaging so many generous donors, schools, and parishes around the Diocese of Salina. The attention to detail, long hours spent with attorneys and others to get the paperwork of the foundation in order, and then the unbelievable amount of time shehas spent traveling the diocese has been remarkable. She has built a rock-solid foundation for the future.”Hinkin also expressed excitement about Tyler’s appointment, stating, “The Board is thrilled to welcome Tyler from the Diocesan Finance office. He brings experience from investment advising and accounting that will be essential to our operations plus he is familiar with the operations of the diocesan offices and the people of the diocese. We are confident he will grow into an excellent leader and fundraiser for the Foundation.”The Catholic Foundation for Diocese of Salina invites the community to join them in extending a warm welcome to Tyler Greenman in his new role as CEO and expressing sincere gratitude to Katie Platten for her years of leadership and guidance.

Catholic Foundation for Diocese of Salina welcomes new CEO

DICKINSON COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just before 2:30p.m. Saturday in Dickinson County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2019 Freightliner semi driven by&nbsp; Navjodh&nbsp;Singh, 34, Sacramento, California,&nbsp; was eastbound on Interstate 70 just east of Chapman. The&nbsp; driver changed lanes to avoid a downed tree limb on the highway. The wind blew semi over. 

EMS transported Singh to&nbsp;Memorial Hospital in Abilene. He was properly restrained, according to the KHP. The accident blocked traffic for a considerable about of time Saturday afternoon.

DICKINSON COUNTY —A semi involved in an accident eastbound on Interstate 70 at Chapman is blocking traffic.&nbsp; The accident occurred just before 2:30p.m. Saturday.

Check the Post for additional details as they become available.

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 </figure>DICKINSON COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just before 2:30p.m. Saturday in Dickinson County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2019 Freightliner semi driven by&nbsp; Navjodh&nbsp;Singh, 34, Sacramento, California,&nbsp; was eastbound on Interstate 70 just east of Chapman. The&nbsp; driver changed lanes to avoid a downed tree limb on the highway. The wind blew semi over. EMS transported Singh to&nbsp;Memorial Hospital in Abilene. He was properly restrained, according to the KHP. The accident blocked traffic for a considerable about of time Saturday afternoon.--------DICKINSON COUNTY —A semi involved in an accident eastbound on Interstate 70 at Chapman is blocking traffic.&nbsp; The accident occurred just before 2:30p.m. Saturday.Check the Post for additional details as they become available.

Driver hospitalized after wind blows semi over on Interstate 70

On April 28, 1967, heavyweight boxing champion<a href="https://apnews.com/article/15a74810c300474f95adf658b1714635" target="_blank">&nbsp;Muhammad Ali was stripped of his title&nbsp;</a>after he refused to be inducted into the armed forces.

In 1788, Maryland became the seventh state to ratify the Constitution of the United States.

In 1945, Italian dictator Benito Mussolini and his mistress, Clara Petacci, were executed by Italian partisans as they attempted to flee the country.

In 1947, a six-man expedition set out from Peru aboard a balsa wood raft named the Kon-Tiki on a 101-day journey across the Pacific Ocean to the Polynesian Islands.

In 1952,<a href="https://apnews.com/article/ap-top-news-international-news-asia-pacific-df631de7c7f51c16abb5dc84ef3b2d37">&nbsp;war with Japan officially ended&nbsp;</a>as a treaty signed in San Francisco the year before took effect.

In 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson ordered U.S. Marines to the Dominican Republic to protect American citizens and interests in the face of a civil war.

In 1980, President Jimmy Carter accepted the resignation of Secretary of State Cyrus R. Vance, who had opposed the failed rescue mission aimed at freeing American hostages in Iran.

In 1986, the Soviet Union informed the world of the nuclear disaster at&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/chernobyl-disaster">Chernobyl</a>&nbsp;that began two days earlier.

In 1990, the musical “A Chorus Line” closed after 6,137 performances on Broadway.

In 1994, former CIA official Aldrich Ames, who had passed U.S. secrets to the Soviet Union and then Russia, pleaded guilty to espionage and tax evasion, and was sentenced to life in prison without parole.

In 2001, a Russian rocket lifted off from Central Asia bearing the first space tourist, California businessman&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/elon-musk-spacex-science-travel-ee385c4d9f39519c59602b40af1b5dd9">Dennis Tito</a>, and two cosmonauts on a journey to the international space station.

In 2011, convicted sex offender Phillip Garrido and his wife, Nancy, pleaded guilty to kidnapping and raping a California girl,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/d3d3b2fde02a43358b533de72d790366" target="_blank">Jaycee Dugard</a>, who was abducted in 1991 at the age of 11 and rescued 18 years later. (Phillip Garrido was sentenced to 431 years to life in prison; Nancy Garrido was sentenced to 36 years to life in prison.)

In 2013,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/international-news-general-news-9d5ea8843aa24c3da311c4318da7e04d">Mohammed Sohel Rana</a>, the fugitive owner of an illegally constructed building in Bangladesh that collapsed and killed more than 1,100 people, was captured by a commando force as he tried to flee into India.

In 2015, urging Americans to “do some soul-searching,”<a href="https://apnews.com/united-states-government-d61712630b314479b57517b93d80f0e1">&nbsp;President Barack Obama expressed deep frustration&nbsp;</a>over recurring Black deaths at the hands of police, rioters who responded with senseless violence and a society that would only “feign concern” without addressing the root causes.

In 2018,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/general-news-3a4b347bbbbb45e9a68c245a10662061">Alfie Evans</a>, the 23-month-old terminally-ill British toddler who was at the center of a legal battle over his treatment, died at a British hospital.

In 2021,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/buzz-aldrin-neil-armstrong-apollo-11-moon-landing-moon-michael-collins-0ebc962b0f5c06c22c3ff0708023e6ef">Apollo 11 astronaut Michael Collins</a>, who orbited the moon alone while Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin made their first steps on the lunar surface, died of cancer in Florida at age 90.

In 2022, Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/mlb-sports-violence-los-angeles-baseball-8575d58d306ba34f8a62bd030cd7f454">Trevor Bauer was suspended for two full seasons&nbsp;</a>without pay by Major League Baseball for violating the league’s domestic violence and sexual assault policy, which he denied doing.

In 2023,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/ukraine-war-missile-attack-54c9ceec1418a0780aa0cee1427a540d">Russia fired more than 20 cruise missiles&nbsp;</a>and two drones at Ukraine, killing at least 23 people, almost all of them when two missiles slammed into an apartment building in a terrifying night attack.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714313367254.jpeg" alt="In this March 17, 1966 file photo, heavyweight boxing champ Muhammad Ali greets a friend as he arrives at a veterans administration office in Louisville, Ky., to appeal his 1A draft classification. Citing his religious convictions, Ali refused to be drafted in the U.S. Army. He was stripped of his heavyweight title and didn't box for more than three years. The U.S. Supreme Court overturned his conviction on draft evasion charges. (AP Photo)" />
 <figcaption>In this March 17, 1966 file photo, heavyweight boxing champ Muhammad Ali greets a friend as he arrives at a veterans administration office in Louisville, Ky., to appeal his 1A draft classification. Citing his religious convictions, Ali refused to be drafted in the U.S. Army. He was stripped of his heavyweight title and didn't box for more than three years. The U.S. Supreme Court overturned his conviction on draft evasion charges. (AP Photo)</figcaption>
 </figure><h2>Today in History:</h2>On April 28, 1967, heavyweight boxing champion<a href="https://apnews.com/article/15a74810c300474f95adf658b1714635" target="_blank">&nbsp;Muhammad Ali was stripped of his title&nbsp;</a>after he refused to be inducted into the armed forces.<h2>On this date:</h2>In 1788, Maryland became the seventh state to ratify the Constitution of the United States.In 1945, Italian dictator Benito Mussolini and his mistress, Clara Petacci, were executed by Italian partisans as they attempted to flee the country.In 1947, a six-man expedition set out from Peru aboard a balsa wood raft named the Kon-Tiki on a 101-day journey across the Pacific Ocean to the Polynesian Islands.In 1952,<a href="https://apnews.com/article/ap-top-news-international-news-asia-pacific-df631de7c7f51c16abb5dc84ef3b2d37">&nbsp;war with Japan officially ended&nbsp;</a>as a treaty signed in San Francisco the year before took effect.In 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson ordered U.S. Marines to the Dominican Republic to protect American citizens and interests in the face of a civil war.In 1980, President Jimmy Carter accepted the resignation of Secretary of State Cyrus R. Vance, who had opposed the failed rescue mission aimed at freeing American hostages in Iran.In 1986, the Soviet Union informed the world of the nuclear disaster at&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/chernobyl-disaster">Chernobyl</a>&nbsp;that began two days earlier.In 1990, the musical “A Chorus Line” closed after 6,137 performances on Broadway.In 1994, former CIA official Aldrich Ames, who had passed U.S. secrets to the Soviet Union and then Russia, pleaded guilty to espionage and tax evasion, and was sentenced to life in prison without parole.In 2001, a Russian rocket lifted off from Central Asia bearing the first space tourist, California businessman&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/elon-musk-spacex-science-travel-ee385c4d9f39519c59602b40af1b5dd9">Dennis Tito</a>, and two cosmonauts on a journey to the international space station.In 2011, convicted sex offender Phillip Garrido and his wife, Nancy, pleaded guilty to kidnapping and raping a California girl,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/d3d3b2fde02a43358b533de72d790366" target="_blank">Jaycee Dugard</a>, who was abducted in 1991 at the age of 11 and rescued 18 years later. (Phillip Garrido was sentenced to 431 years to life in prison; Nancy Garrido was sentenced to 36 years to life in prison.)In 2013,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/international-news-general-news-9d5ea8843aa24c3da311c4318da7e04d">Mohammed Sohel Rana</a>, the fugitive owner of an illegally constructed building in Bangladesh that collapsed and killed more than 1,100 people, was captured by a commando force as he tried to flee into India.In 2015, urging Americans to “do some soul-searching,”<a href="https://apnews.com/united-states-government-d61712630b314479b57517b93d80f0e1">&nbsp;President Barack Obama expressed deep frustration&nbsp;</a>over recurring Black deaths at the hands of police, rioters who responded with senseless violence and a society that would only “feign concern” without addressing the root causes.In 2018,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/general-news-3a4b347bbbbb45e9a68c245a10662061">Alfie Evans</a>, the 23-month-old terminally-ill British toddler who was at the center of a legal battle over his treatment, died at a British hospital.In 2021,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/buzz-aldrin-neil-armstrong-apollo-11-moon-landing-moon-michael-collins-0ebc962b0f5c06c22c3ff0708023e6ef">Apollo 11 astronaut Michael Collins</a>, who orbited the moon alone while Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin made their first steps on the lunar surface, died of cancer in Florida at age 90.In 2022, Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/mlb-sports-violence-los-angeles-baseball-8575d58d306ba34f8a62bd030cd7f454">Trevor Bauer was suspended for two full seasons&nbsp;</a>without pay by Major League Baseball for violating the league’s domestic violence and sexual assault policy, which he denied doing.In 2023,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/ukraine-war-missile-attack-54c9ceec1418a0780aa0cee1427a540d">Russia fired more than 20 cruise missiles&nbsp;</a>and two drones at Ukraine, killing at least 23 people, almost all of them when two missiles slammed into an apartment building in a terrifying night attack.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/0b6ed3d7-288a-4fa9-9385-5db4b1afbb16">AJ Honey Farms, LLC, celebrates storefront with Salina Area Chamber of Commerce</a>