Today is Saturday, Nov. 19, the 323rd day of 2022. There are 42 days left in the year.

On Nov. 19, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln dedicated a national cemetery at the site of the Civil War battlefield of Gettysburg in Pennsylvania.

In 1831, the 20th president of the United States, James Garfield, was born in Orange Township, Ohio.

In 1919, the Senate rejected the Treaty of Versailles by a vote of 55 in favor, 39 against, short of the two-thirds majority needed for ratification.

In 1942, during World War II, Russian forces launched their winter offensive against the Germans along the Don front.

In 1959, Ford Motor Co. announced it was halting production of the unpopular Edsel.

In 1969, Apollo 12 astronauts Charles Conrad and Alan Bean made the second manned landing on the moon.

In 1977, Egyptian President Anwar Sadat became the first Arab leader to visit Israel.

In 1985, President Ronald Reagan and Soviet leader Mikhail S. Gorbachev met for the first time as they began their summit in Geneva.

In 1997, Iowa seamstress Bobbi McCaughey gave birth to the world's first set of surviving septuplets, four boys and three girls.

In 2004, in one of the worst brawls in U.S. sports history, Ron Artest (now known as Metta Sandiford-Artest) and Stephen Jackson of the Indiana Pacers charged into the stands and fought with Detroit Pistons fans, forcing officials to end the Pacers' 97-82 win with 45.9 seconds left.

In 2007, in Pakistan, a Supreme Court hand-picked by President Gen. Pervez Musharraf dismissed legal challenges to his continued rule.

In 2010, President Barack Obama, attending a NATO summit in Lisbon, Portugal, won an agreement to build a missile shield over Europe, a victory that risked further aggravating Russia.

In 2020, Georgia's top elections official released results of a hand tally of ballots that affirmed Democrat Joe Biden's narrow lead over President Donald Trump in the state. With the coronavirus surging out of control, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention pleaded with Americans not to travel for Thanksgiving and not to spend the holiday with people from outside their household.

Ten years ago: President Barack Obama became the first U.S. chief executive to visit Myanmar, where he promised more American help if the Asian nation kept building its new democracy. Former U.S. Sen. Warren B. Rudman died at 82; the New Hampshire Republican co-authored a ground-breaking budget balancing law.

Five years ago: Charles Manson, the hippie cult leader behind the gruesome murders of actress Sharon Tate and six others in Los Angeles in 1969, died in a California hospital at the age of 83 after nearly a half-century in prison. State media and a monitoring group in Syria reported that pro-government forces had defeated the Islamic State group in its last major stronghold in the country. Longtime country music star Mel Tillis died in Florida at the age of 85. Actor and singer Della Reese died at 86 in her Los Angeles area home.

One year ago: Kyle Rittenhouse was acquitted of all charges in the shooting deaths of two men and the wounding of a third during a night of protests over the shooting of a Black man, Jacob Blake, by a white police officer in Kenosha, Wisconsin, in the summer of 2020. The Denver suburb of Aurora agreed to pay $15 million to settle a lawsuit brought by the parents of Elijah McClain, a Black man who died after suburban Denver police stopped him on the street and put him in a neck hold.

Today's Birthdays: Talk show host Dick Cavett is 86. Broadcasting and sports mogul Ted Turner is 84. Former Sen. Tom Harkin, D-Iowa, is 83. Former Health and Human Services Secretary Tommy G. Thompson is 81. Fashion designer Calvin Klein is 80. Sportscaster Ahmad Rashad is 73. Actor Robert Beltran is 69. Actor Kathleen Quinlan is 68. Actor Glynnis O'Connor is 67. Broadcast journalist Ann Curry is 66. Former NASA astronaut Eileen Collins is 66. Actor Allison Janney is 63. Rock musician Matt Sorum (Guns N' Roses, Velvet Revolver) is 62. Actor Meg Ryan is 61. Actor-director Jodie Foster is 60. Actor Terry Farrell is 59. TV chef Rocco DiSpirito is 56. Actor Jason Scott Lee is 56. Olympic gold medal runner Gail Devers is 56. Actor Erika Alexander is 53. Rock musician Travis McNabb is 53. Singer Tony Rich is 51. Actor Sandrine Holt is 50. Country singer Billy Currington is 49. Dancer-choreographer Savion Glover is 49. R&amp;B singer Tamika Scott (Xscape) is 47. R&amp;B singer Lil' Mo is 45. Olympic gold medal gymnast Kerri Strug is 45. Actor Reid Scott is 45. Movie director Barry Jenkins (Film: "Moonlight") is 43. Actor Katherine Kelly is 43. Actor Adam Driver is 39. Country singer Cam is 38. Actor Samantha Futerman is 35. NHL forward Patrick Kane is 34. Rapper Tyga is 33.

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 </figure>By THE ASSOCIATED PRESSToday is Saturday, Nov. 19, the 323rd day of 2022. There are 42 days left in the year.Today's Highlight in History:On Nov. 19, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln dedicated a national cemetery at the site of the Civil War battlefield of Gettysburg in Pennsylvania.On this date:In 1831, the 20th president of the United States, James Garfield, was born in Orange Township, Ohio.In 1919, the Senate rejected the Treaty of Versailles by a vote of 55 in favor, 39 against, short of the two-thirds majority needed for ratification.In 1942, during World War II, Russian forces launched their winter offensive against the Germans along the Don front.In 1959, Ford Motor Co. announced it was halting production of the unpopular Edsel.In 1969, Apollo 12 astronauts Charles Conrad and Alan Bean made the second manned landing on the moon.In 1977, Egyptian President Anwar Sadat became the first Arab leader to visit Israel.In 1985, President Ronald Reagan and Soviet leader Mikhail S. Gorbachev met for the first time as they began their summit in Geneva.In 1997, Iowa seamstress Bobbi McCaughey gave birth to the world's first set of surviving septuplets, four boys and three girls.In 2004, in one of the worst brawls in U.S. sports history, Ron Artest (now known as Metta Sandiford-Artest) and Stephen Jackson of the Indiana Pacers charged into the stands and fought with Detroit Pistons fans, forcing officials to end the Pacers' 97-82 win with 45.9 seconds left.In 2007, in Pakistan, a Supreme Court hand-picked by President Gen. Pervez Musharraf dismissed legal challenges to his continued rule.In 2010, President Barack Obama, attending a NATO summit in Lisbon, Portugal, won an agreement to build a missile shield over Europe, a victory that risked further aggravating Russia.In 2020, Georgia's top elections official released results of a hand tally of ballots that affirmed Democrat Joe Biden's narrow lead over President Donald Trump in the state. With the coronavirus surging out of control, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention pleaded with Americans not to travel for Thanksgiving and not to spend the holiday with people from outside their household.Ten years ago: President Barack Obama became the first U.S. chief executive to visit Myanmar, where he promised more American help if the Asian nation kept building its new democracy. Former U.S. Sen. Warren B. Rudman died at 82; the New Hampshire Republican co-authored a ground-breaking budget balancing law.Five years ago: Charles Manson, the hippie cult leader behind the gruesome murders of actress Sharon Tate and six others in Los Angeles in 1969, died in a California hospital at the age of 83 after nearly a half-century in prison. State media and a monitoring group in Syria reported that pro-government forces had defeated the Islamic State group in its last major stronghold in the country. Longtime country music star Mel Tillis died in Florida at the age of 85. Actor and singer Della Reese died at 86 in her Los Angeles area home.One year ago: Kyle Rittenhouse was acquitted of all charges in the shooting deaths of two men and the wounding of a third during a night of protests over the shooting of a Black man, Jacob Blake, by a white police officer in Kenosha, Wisconsin, in the summer of 2020. The Denver suburb of Aurora agreed to pay $15 million to settle a lawsuit brought by the parents of Elijah McClain, a Black man who died after suburban Denver police stopped him on the street and put him in a neck hold.Today's Birthdays: Talk show host Dick Cavett is 86. Broadcasting and sports mogul Ted Turner is 84. Former Sen. Tom Harkin, D-Iowa, is 83. Former Health and Human Services Secretary Tommy G. Thompson is 81. Fashion designer Calvin Klein is 80. Sportscaster Ahmad Rashad is 73. Actor Robert Beltran is 69. Actor Kathleen Quinlan is 68. Actor Glynnis O'Connor is 67. Broadcast journalist Ann Curry is 66. Former NASA astronaut Eileen Collins is 66. Actor Allison Janney is 63. Rock musician Matt Sorum (Guns N' Roses, Velvet Revolver) is 62. Actor Meg Ryan is 61. Actor-director Jodie Foster is 60. Actor Terry Farrell is 59. TV chef Rocco DiSpirito is 56. Actor Jason Scott Lee is 56. Olympic gold medal runner Gail Devers is 56. Actor Erika Alexander is 53. Rock musician Travis McNabb is 53. Singer Tony Rich is 51. Actor Sandrine Holt is 50. Country singer Billy Currington is 49. Dancer-choreographer Savion Glover is 49. R&amp;B singer Tamika Scott (Xscape) is 47. R&amp;B singer Lil' Mo is 45. Olympic gold medal gymnast Kerri Strug is 45. Actor Reid Scott is 45. Movie director Barry Jenkins (Film: "Moonlight") is 43. Actor Katherine Kelly is 43. Actor Adam Driver is 39. Country singer Cam is 38. Actor Samantha Futerman is 35. NHL forward Patrick Kane is 34. Rapper Tyga is 33.

Today in History - November 19

Preliminary estimates reported by the Labor Market Information Services division of the Kansas Department of Labor and the Bureau of Labor Statistics show a&nbsp;seasonally adjusted unemployment rate&nbsp;of 2.8 percent in October. This was an increase from 2.6% in September and a decrease from 2.9 percent in October 2021.

“The Kansas unemployment rate increased to 2.8 percent in October,” said Secretary Amber Shultz. "Even with this increase, the unemployment rate remains below pre-pandemic levels."

The jobless rate in Saline County rose slightly, from 2.3 percent in September to 2.5 percent in October. Most counties in the region saw a similar increase. McPherson County remained steady at 1.9 percent.

Seasonally adjusted job estimates for Kansas indicate total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 8,500 from September. Total nonfarm includes private sector and government employers.&nbsp;Private sector jobs&nbsp;increased by 8,000 over the month, while government increased by 500.

“Kansas private sector job estimates showed strong growth over the month adding 8,000 jobs,” said Labor Economist Nathan Kessler. “The industries leading this growth include leisure and hospitality and professional and business services, both contributing 2,000 jobs. Over the year private sector jobs have increased by 3.4 percent.”

Since October 2021 Kansas'&nbsp;seasonally adjusted total nonfarm jobs&nbsp;have increased by 40,500. This change is due to an increase of 38,700 private sector jobs and an increase of 1,800 government jobs.

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 </figure>By THE POST NEWS NETWORKPreliminary estimates reported by the Labor Market Information Services division of the Kansas Department of Labor and the Bureau of Labor Statistics show a&nbsp;seasonally adjusted unemployment rate&nbsp;of 2.8 percent in October. This was an increase from 2.6% in September and a decrease from 2.9 percent in October 2021.“The Kansas unemployment rate increased to 2.8 percent in October,” said Secretary Amber Shultz. "Even with this increase, the unemployment rate remains below pre-pandemic levels."The jobless rate in Saline County rose slightly, from 2.3 percent in September to 2.5 percent in October. Most counties in the region saw a similar increase. McPherson County remained steady at 1.9 percent.Seasonally adjusted job estimates for Kansas indicate total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 8,500 from September. Total nonfarm includes private sector and government employers.&nbsp;Private sector jobs&nbsp;increased by 8,000 over the month, while government increased by 500.“Kansas private sector job estimates showed strong growth over the month adding 8,000 jobs,” said Labor Economist Nathan Kessler. “The industries leading this growth include leisure and hospitality and professional and business services, both contributing 2,000 jobs. Over the year private sector jobs have increased by 3.4 percent.”Since October 2021 Kansas'&nbsp;seasonally adjusted total nonfarm jobs&nbsp;have increased by 40,500. This change is due to an increase of 38,700 private sector jobs and an increase of 1,800 government jobs.

Unemployment rate up slightly in Saline County

I lost my job a couple of years ago. As a result, I ended up in about $25,000 of debt through credit cards and a consolidation loan. Now I have a great job making more than I’ve ever made before, plus a car loan for about $13,000. The older debts went to collections, but I’m not being hounded by collectors at this point. I want to get control of my money and do things the right way, so how should I handle things?&nbsp;

Well, being hounded isn’t the issue. Morally, you owe the money. You took money under agreements that you’d pay it back, and that means you need to pay it—both the old and new debts.

I’d start by running&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ramseysolutions.com/debt/how-the-debt-snowball-method-works" target="_blank">two debt snowballs</a>. Let’s do one for the car and any other active debts you have first since the collectors aren’t after you about the old, dead debt. Then, smallest to largest, start knocking out the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ramseysolutions.com/debt/how-to-deal-with-debt-collectors" target="_blank">debt that’s in collections</a>. When it comes to these guys, reach out and get an agreement in writing detailing exactly how much you owe and the monthly payment amounts. Remember,&nbsp;do not&nbsp;give any of these folks direct access to your bank accounts.

There’s no upside to not paying what you owe. It’s an integrity issue, it’s a legal issue, and it’s a credit issue. Did I mention it’s an&nbsp;integrity&nbsp;issue, Mike?

You want this stuff out of your life. If you don’t take care of it, I guarantee it’ll come back to haunt you somewhere down the road!

Dave Ramsey&nbsp;is an eight-time national bestselling author, personal finance expert and host of “The Ramsey Show,” heard by more than 18 million listeners. He&nbsp;has appeared on “Good Morning America,” “CBS This Morning,” “Today,” Fox News, CNN, Fox Business and many more. Since 1992, Dave has helped people regain control of their money, build wealth, and enhance their lives. He also serves as CEO of Ramsey Solutions.

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 </figure>Dear Dave,I lost my job a couple of years ago. As a result, I ended up in about $25,000 of debt through credit cards and a consolidation loan. Now I have a great job making more than I’ve ever made before, plus a car loan for about $13,000. The older debts went to collections, but I’m not being hounded by collectors at this point. I want to get control of my money and do things the right way, so how should I handle things?&nbsp;MikeDear Mike,Well, being hounded isn’t the issue. Morally, you owe the money. You took money under agreements that you’d pay it back, and that means you need to pay it—both the old and new debts.I’d start by running&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ramseysolutions.com/debt/how-the-debt-snowball-method-works" target="_blank">two debt snowballs</a>. Let’s do one for the car and any other active debts you have first since the collectors aren’t after you about the old, dead debt. Then, smallest to largest, start knocking out the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ramseysolutions.com/debt/how-to-deal-with-debt-collectors" target="_blank">debt that’s in collections</a>. When it comes to these guys, reach out and get an agreement in writing detailing exactly how much you owe and the monthly payment amounts. Remember,&nbsp;do not&nbsp;give any of these folks direct access to your bank accounts.There’s no upside to not paying what you owe. It’s an integrity issue, it’s a legal issue, and it’s a credit issue. Did I mention it’s an&nbsp;integrity&nbsp;issue, Mike?You want this stuff out of your life. If you don’t take care of it, I guarantee it’ll come back to haunt you somewhere down the road!DaveDave Ramsey&nbsp;is an eight-time national bestselling author, personal finance expert and host of “The Ramsey Show,” heard by more than 18 million listeners. He&nbsp;has appeared on “Good Morning America,” “CBS This Morning,” “Today,” Fox News, CNN, Fox Business and many more. Since 1992, Dave has helped people regain control of their money, build wealth, and enhance their lives. He also serves as CEO of Ramsey Solutions.

DAVE SAYS: Being hounded isn’t the issue

No one was injured in a residential fire in northwest Salina Friday afternoon.

Firefighters responded to the report of a fire in the 1100 block of State Street just before 3 p.m. Friday. Smoke could be seen coming from a residence on the south side of the street.

Salina Fire Department Battalion Chief John Goertzen told Salina Post that when firefighters arrived, they found a fire on the roof. It is believed that the fire started in the roof/attic area where the electric line went into the residence.

Goertzen said no one was injured and firefghters were able to quickly knock down the fire before much damage was done inside the residence.

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 </figure>By SALINA POSTNo one was injured in a residential fire in northwest Salina Friday afternoon.Firefighters responded to the report of a fire in the 1100 block of State Street just before 3 p.m. Friday. Smoke could be seen coming from a residence on the south side of the street.<figure>
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 </figure>Salina Fire Department Battalion Chief John Goertzen told Salina Post that when firefighters arrived, they found a fire on the roof. It is believed that the fire started in the roof/attic area where the electric line went into the residence.Goertzen said no one was injured and firefghters were able to quickly knock down the fire before much damage was done inside the residence.

Firefighters quickly extinguish blaze in NW Salina Friday

On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times host Gary Shorman speaks with Tree Top Security and STEM Harvest owner Dallas Haselhorst.

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🎤 Forward Ever: Tree Top Security and STEM Harvest owner Dallas Haselhorst

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY and NATE KING Salina Post

Two people from Texas were arrested Thursday afternoon in Harvey County after a high-speed chase that began in Saline County.

The incident began at 2:24 p.m. Thursday west of Salina on Interstate 70 when a Saline County deputy observed a white BMW 328 going 88 mph in a 75 mph zone, Saline County Undersheriff Brent Melander said this morning. The deputy stopped the car near milepost 247 and made contact with the driver, identified as Braelyn Eskridge, 21, of Aubrey, Texas.

Melander said Eskridge told the deputy that he didn't have identification. A passenger in the car, identified as Starlett Smith, 42, of Arlington, Texas, did, however, provide a Texas identification card, he said.

During the discussion with Eskridge and Smith, the deputy smelled marijuana, Melander said.

The deputy returned to his vehicle to run a records check. When the deputy returned to the BMW, Eskridge allegedly said he had a warrant and drove off, Melander said. The BMW headed eastbound on I-70 before turning south onto Interstate 135 with deputies in pursuit.

Deputies north of the Mentor exit on I-135 placed stop sticks on the highway, which flattened the front driver-side tire, Melander said. 

The BMW continued, exiting I-135 at the Mentor exit and traveling east at a high rate of speed before turning south on S. Ohio Street. During that time, Smith allegedly was tossing marijuana and drug paraphernalia from the BMW, Melander said. 

The car continued at a high rate of speed across Kansas Highway 4 before turning west on E. Lapsley Road. The BMW then turned south on Old 81 Highway before re-entering I-135 at the Bridgeport exit.

Melander said Kansas Highway Patrol troopers put down stop sticks in McPherson County. KHP Technical Trooper Ben Gardner told Salina Post that Eskridge positioned the BMW in such a way as to attempt to strike a trooper deploying the stop sticks. The trooper was not injured.

The BMW continued into Harvey County, where it finally crashed south of Newton.

Eskridge was booked into the McPherson County Jail on the following requested charges, according to booking information.

●Aggravated assault of a law enforcement officer

●Flee or attempt to elude law enforcement by engaging in reckless drive

Smith, who was booked into the Saline County Jail, was arrested on the following requested charges, Melander said.

Melander said the investigation is ongoing and that Saline County may also pursue charges against Eskridge.

A high-speed chase through parts of Saline County Thursday afternoon ended in a crash south of Newton.

Saline County Sheriff's Lieutenant Mike Ascher said this afternoon that a vehicle was stopped for speeding west of Salina on Interstate 70 near milepost 247. He said the eastbound vehicle took off and eventually turned south onto Interstate 135.

According to Ascher, deputies deployed stop sticks near the W. Water Well Road exit on I-135, however the vehicle continued southbound before exiting at Smolan Road. The vehicle continued through rural Saline County, reaching speeds of 80 mph on dirt roads, Ascher said.

The vehicle got back on I-135 at the Bridgeport exit, continuing southbound. The Kansas Highway Patrol reported that the chase ended when the vehicle crashed south of Newton.

Salina Post will have more information when it becomes available.

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY and NATE KING Salina PostTwo people from Texas were arrested Thursday afternoon in Harvey County after a high-speed chase that began in Saline County.The incident began at 2:24 p.m. Thursday west of Salina on Interstate 70 when a Saline County deputy observed a white BMW 328 going 88 mph in a 75 mph zone, Saline County Undersheriff Brent Melander said this morning. The deputy stopped the car near milepost 247 and made contact with the driver, identified as Braelyn Eskridge, 21, of Aubrey, Texas.<figure>
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 </figure>Melander said Eskridge told the deputy that he didn't have identification. A passenger in the car, identified as Starlett Smith, 42, of Arlington, Texas, did, however, provide a Texas identification card, he said.<figure>
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 </figure>During the discussion with Eskridge and Smith, the deputy smelled marijuana, Melander said.The deputy returned to his vehicle to run a records check. When the deputy returned to the BMW, Eskridge allegedly said he had a warrant and drove off, Melander said. The BMW headed eastbound on I-70 before turning south onto Interstate 135 with deputies in pursuit.Deputies north of the Mentor exit on I-135 placed stop sticks on the highway, which flattened the front driver-side tire, Melander said. The BMW continued, exiting I-135 at the Mentor exit and traveling east at a high rate of speed before turning south on S. Ohio Street. During that time, Smith allegedly was tossing marijuana and drug paraphernalia from the BMW, Melander said. The car continued at a high rate of speed across Kansas Highway 4 before turning west on E. Lapsley Road. The BMW then turned south on Old 81 Highway before re-entering I-135 at the Bridgeport exit.Melander said Kansas Highway Patrol troopers put down stop sticks in McPherson County. KHP Technical Trooper Ben Gardner told Salina Post that Eskridge positioned the BMW in such a way as to attempt to strike a trooper deploying the stop sticks. The trooper was not injured.The BMW continued into Harvey County, where it finally crashed south of Newton.Eskridge was booked into the McPherson County Jail on the following requested charges, according to booking information.●Aggravated assault of a law enforcement officer●Aggravated assault with deadly weapon●Flee or attempt to elude law enforcement by engaging in reckless driveSmith, who was booked into the Saline County Jail, was arrested on the following requested charges, Melander said.●Interference with law enforcement●Destroying evidence●Possession of marijuana●Possession of drug paraphernaliaMelander said the investigation is ongoing and that Saline County may also pursue charges against Eskridge.By SALINA POSTA high-speed chase through parts of Saline County Thursday afternoon ended in a crash south of Newton.Saline County Sheriff's Lieutenant Mike Ascher said this afternoon that a vehicle was stopped for speeding west of Salina on Interstate 70 near milepost 247. He said the eastbound vehicle took off and eventually turned south onto Interstate 135.According to Ascher, deputies deployed stop sticks near the W. Water Well Road exit on I-135, however the vehicle continued southbound before exiting at Smolan Road. The vehicle continued through rural Saline County, reaching speeds of 80 mph on dirt roads, Ascher said.The vehicle got back on I-135 at the Bridgeport exit, continuing southbound. The Kansas Highway Patrol reported that the chase ended when the vehicle crashed south of Newton.Salina Post will have more information when it becomes available.

UPDATE: Two arrested after high-speed chase through Saline County

It'll be another cold night across the region. With clearing conditions and diminishing winds, low temperatures are expected to fall into the teens.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceIt'll be another cold night across the region. With clearing conditions and diminishing winds, low temperatures are expected to fall into the teens.

Bundle up! It's going to be cold tonight

By NATE KING Salina Post The temperature is set for the 12th annual Frosty Fun Runs happening this weekend in Salina.&nbsp; This year's fundraising event, scheduled for Saturday at 7 a.m., will begin and end at the 67401 Plaza located at the corner of Ash Street and N. Santa Fe Avenue. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Salina will provide hot chocolate and cookies for registrants. 99KG will be there to provide live music.&nbsp;

The entirety of the registration fee goes directly to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Salina.&nbsp;

"It is a little bit different this year. This year with our Frosty Fun Runs we have our standard 5k Merry Mile and our Kid Santa Sprint, but this year we added something extra," said Cami Dinkel, marketing and events coordinator for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Salina. "We listened to our runners from last year and they wanted a longer distance so we added a five mile. It's gonna be cold, but it's gonna be fun." Five hundred registrants are expected to brave the cold temperatures this weekend, Dinkel said.&nbsp;

Registration fees for the event are as follows.&nbsp;

To register,&nbsp;<a href="https://register.chronotrack.com/r/68279">click here</a>.&nbsp;

If you have already registered for the Frosty Fun Runs, stop by the 99KG studio, 1825 S. Ohio, before 5 p.m. Friday to pick up your packet information.

By NATE KING Salina Post The temperature is set for the 12th annual Frosty Fun Runs happening this weekend in Salina.&nbsp; This year's fundraising event, scheduled for Saturday at 7 a.m., will begin and end at the 67401 Plaza located at the corner of Ash Street and N. Santa Fe Avenue. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Salina will provide hot chocolate and cookies for registrants. 99KG will be there to provide live music.&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>The entirety of the registration fee goes directly to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Salina.&nbsp;"It is a little bit different this year. This year with our Frosty Fun Runs we have our standard 5k Merry Mile and our Kid Santa Sprint, but this year we added something extra," said Cami Dinkel, marketing and events coordinator for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Salina. "We listened to our runners from last year and they wanted a longer distance so we added a five mile. It's gonna be cold, but it's gonna be fun." Five hundred registrants are expected to brave the cold temperatures this weekend, Dinkel said.&nbsp;Registration fees for the event are as follows.&nbsp;New Frosty 5K: $40&nbsp;Frosty 5K- $35&nbsp;Merry Mile: $30&nbsp;Santa Sprint: $10&nbsp;To register,&nbsp;<a href="https://register.chronotrack.com/r/68279">click here</a>.&nbsp;If you have already registered for the Frosty Fun Runs, stop by the 99KG studio, 1825 S. Ohio, before 5 p.m. Friday to pick up your packet information.

12th Annual Frosty Fun Runs Saturday at 67401 Plaza in Salina

On Monday, at approximately 7:20 a.m., officers of the Salina Police Department were sent to the Salina Family YMCA, 570 YMCA Drive, regarding multiple vehicle burglaries. 

It was discovered a female suspect stole several vehicle keys from unsecured lockers in the locker room. She went into the parking lot and stole property, to include financial cards, from those vehicles. The victim’s financial cards were used at two businesses in Salina. 

Surveillance video shows a second female suspect using the cards. She was dropped off at the businesses in a gray four-door passenger car.

If you have any information concerning this incident or identification of the individual involved, call Crimestoppers at 825-TIPS. You can also make an on—line tip at: <a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950#">https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950#</a>. You may receive a cash reward of up to $1,000. Tipsters may also contact the Salina Police Department at (785) 826-7210, or Officer Newton, case 2022-33947.

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 </figure>CrimestoppersOn Monday, at approximately 7:20 a.m., officers of the Salina Police Department were sent to the Salina Family YMCA, 570 YMCA Drive, regarding multiple vehicle burglaries. It was discovered a female suspect stole several vehicle keys from unsecured lockers in the locker room. She went into the parking lot and stole property, to include financial cards, from those vehicles. The victim’s financial cards were used at two businesses in Salina. Surveillance video shows a second female suspect using the cards. She was dropped off at the businesses in a gray four-door passenger car.If you have any information concerning this incident or identification of the individual involved, call Crimestoppers at 825-TIPS. You can also make an on—line tip at: <a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950#">https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950#</a>. You may receive a cash reward of up to $1,000. Tipsters may also contact the Salina Police Department at (785) 826-7210, or Officer Newton, case 2022-33947.

Crimestoppers seeks tips about multiple vehicle burglaries

A new state tax credit program allows people to make donations to Salina Area Technical College, and cut at least 60 percent of the donation from their Kansas income tax bill, and cut their federal income taxes as well.

For example, someone who donates $10,000 to Salina Tech in 2022 would receive a $6,000 credit on their Kansas income taxes for 2022. They could also claim the remaining $4,000 as a charitable deduction on their federal and state tax return.

The tax credit program is in effect starting with 2022, and is effective for donations made prior to Jan. 1, 2027. It applies to all of the state’s technical colleges and community colleges, and each college is limited to issuing $500,000 in credits in any one year; individual donations to any one college are capped at $250,000 a year.

"The types of gifts we're allowed to accept with this time-limited program are cash donations, stocks and bonds, personal property items, and real estate donations," said Brenda Gutierrez, executive director of the foundation.&nbsp;

By state law, donations through this program are dedicated to the college’s capital outlay fund, which is used to purchase equipment, fund projects such as new buildings or expansions, and deferred maintenance.

“Salina Tech’s enrollment has grown by more than 40 percent in the past six years, and the tools and technology our students need to prepare them for successful careers is expensive,” said Salina Tech President Greg Nichols. “We’re grateful to donors who have helped us keep up over the past several years, and hope this new tax credit will enable more people to consider gifts to the college.”

Donors interested in donating should contact Brenda Gutierrez at 785-309-3121 or <a href="mailto:Brenda.Gutierrez@SalinaTech.edu">Brenda.Gutierrez@SalinaTech.edu</a>.

Potential business and individual donors are encouraged to consult their tax advisor as part of this process.

Salina TechA new state tax credit program allows people to make donations to Salina Area Technical College, and cut at least 60 percent of the donation from their Kansas income tax bill, and cut their federal income taxes as well.For example, someone who donates $10,000 to Salina Tech in 2022 would receive a $6,000 credit on their Kansas income taxes for 2022. They could also claim the remaining $4,000 as a charitable deduction on their federal and state tax return.The tax credit program is in effect starting with 2022, and is effective for donations made prior to Jan. 1, 2027. It applies to all of the state’s technical colleges and community colleges, and each college is limited to issuing $500,000 in credits in any one year; individual donations to any one college are capped at $250,000 a year."The types of gifts we're allowed to accept with this time-limited program are cash donations, stocks and bonds, personal property items, and real estate donations," said Brenda Gutierrez, executive director of the foundation.&nbsp;By state law, donations through this program are dedicated to the college’s capital outlay fund, which is used to purchase equipment, fund projects such as new buildings or expansions, and deferred maintenance.“Salina Tech’s enrollment has grown by more than 40 percent in the past six years, and the tools and technology our students need to prepare them for successful careers is expensive,” said Salina Tech President Greg Nichols. “We’re grateful to donors who have helped us keep up over the past several years, and hope this new tax credit will enable more people to consider gifts to the college.”Donors interested in donating should contact Brenda Gutierrez at 785-309-3121 or <a href="mailto:Brenda.Gutierrez@SalinaTech.edu">Brenda.Gutierrez@SalinaTech.edu</a>.Potential business and individual donors are encouraged to consult their tax advisor as part of this process.

New tax credit benefits Salina Tech donors, others

Today is Friday, Nov. 18, the 322nd day of 2022. There are 43 days left in the year.

On Nov. 18, 1978, U.S. Rep. Leo J. Ryan of California and four others were killed on an airstrip in Jonestown, Guyana, by members of the Peoples Temple; the killings were followed by a night of mass murder and suicide resulting in the deaths of more than 900 cult members.

In 1883, the United States and Canada adopted a system of Standard Time zones.

In 1936, Germany and Italy recognized the Spanish government of Francisco Franco.

In 1963, the Bell System introduced the first commercial touch-tone telephone system in Carnegie and Greensburg, Pennsylvania.

In 1966, U.S. Roman Catholic bishops did away with the rule against eating meat on Fridays outside of Lent.

In 1976, Spain's parliament approved a bill to establish a democracy after 37 years of dictatorship.

In 1985, the comic strip "Calvin and Hobbes," created by Bill Watterson, was first published. (The strip ran for 10 years.)

In 1987, the congressional Iran-Contra committees issued their final report, saying President Ronald Reagan bore "ultimate responsibility" for wrongdoing by his aides. A fire at London King's Cross railway station claimed 31 lives.

In 1991, Shiite Muslim kidnappers in Lebanon freed Anglican Church envoy Terry Waite and Thomas Sutherland, the American dean of agriculture at the American University of Beirut.

In 1999, 12 people were killed when a bonfire under construction at Texas A-and-M University collapsed. A jury in Jasper, Texas, convicted Shawn Allen Berry of murder for his role in the dragging death of James Byrd Jr., but spared him the death penalty.

In 2003, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court ruled 4-to-3 that the state constitution guaranteed gay couples the right to marry.

In 2005, eight months after Robert Blake was acquitted at a criminal trial of murdering his wife, a civil jury decided the actor was behind the slaying and ordered him to pay Bonny Lee Bakley's children $30 million.

In 2020, President Donald Trump filed for a recount of Wisconsin's two largest Democratic counties, paying the required $3 million cost and alleging that they were the sites of the "worst irregularities" although no evidence of illegal activity had been presented. (The recounts resulted in a slightly larger lead for Democrat Joe Biden.)

Ten years ago: In the deadliest single attack in Israel's offensive against Islamic militants, 12 people were killed when an Israeli missile ripped through a two-story home in a residential area of Gaza City. Justin Bieber dominated the American Music Awards in Los Angeles, winning three trophies, including artist of the year.

Five years ago: Large crowds of demonstrators turned Zimbabwe's capital into a carnival ground, showing disdain for President Robert Mugabe and urging him to quit immediately; Mugabe was now powerless and had been placed under house arrest by the military command. After heading Northern Ireland's Sinn Fein party for more than 30 years, Gerry Adams announced that he was stepping down.

One year ago: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation requiring private businesses in the state to let workers opt out of coronavirus vaccine mandates. More than half a century after the assassination of Malcolm X, two of his convicted killers were exonerated; a New York judge dismissed the convictions of Muhammad Aziz and the late Khalil Islam, after prosecutors and the men's lawyers said a renewed investigation had found new evidence that undermined the case against them. Los Angeles Angels star Shohei Ohtani was unanimously voted American League MVP for a hitting and pitching season not seen since Babe Ruth, and Bryce Harper earned the National League honor for the second time.

Today's Birthdays: Actor Brenda Vaccaro is 83. Author-poet Margaret Atwood is 83. Actor Linda Evans is 80. Actor Susan Sullivan is 80. Country singer Jacky Ward is 76. Actor Jameson Parker is 75. Actor-singer Andrea Marcovicci is 74. Rock musician Herman Rarebell is 73. Singer Graham Parker is 72. Actor Delroy Lindo is 70. Comedian Kevin Nealon is 69. Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Warren Moon is 66. Actor Oscar Nunez is 64. Actor Elizabeth Perkins is 62. Singer Kim Wilde is 62. Actor Tim Guinee is 60. Rock musician Kirk Hammett (Metallica) is 60. Rock singer Tim DeLaughter is 57. Author and lecturer Brené Brown is 57. Actor Romany Malco is 54. Actor Owen Wilson is 54. Actor Dan Bakkedahl is 54. Singer Duncan Sheik is 53. Actor Mike Epps is 52. Actor Peta Wilson is 52. Actor Chloe Sevigny is 48. Country singer Jessi Alexander is 46. Actor Steven Pasquale is 46. Rapper Fabolous is 45. Actor-director Nate Parker is 43. Rapper Mike Jones is 42. Actor Mekia Cox is 41. Actor-comedian Nasim Pedrad is 41. Actor Allison Tolman is 41. Actor Christina Vidal is 41. Actor Damon Wayans Jr. is 40. Country singer TJ Osborne (Brothers Osborne) is 38. U.S. Olympic track star Allyson Felix is 37. Fashion designer Christian Siriano is 37. Actor Nathan Kress is 30.

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 </figure>By THE ASSOCIATED PRESSToday is Friday, Nov. 18, the 322nd day of 2022. There are 43 days left in the year.Today's Highlight in History:On Nov. 18, 1978, U.S. Rep. Leo J. Ryan of California and four others were killed on an airstrip in Jonestown, Guyana, by members of the Peoples Temple; the killings were followed by a night of mass murder and suicide resulting in the deaths of more than 900 cult members.On this date:In 1883, the United States and Canada adopted a system of Standard Time zones.In 1936, Germany and Italy recognized the Spanish government of Francisco Franco.In 1963, the Bell System introduced the first commercial touch-tone telephone system in Carnegie and Greensburg, Pennsylvania.In 1966, U.S. Roman Catholic bishops did away with the rule against eating meat on Fridays outside of Lent.In 1976, Spain's parliament approved a bill to establish a democracy after 37 years of dictatorship.In 1985, the comic strip "Calvin and Hobbes," created by Bill Watterson, was first published. (The strip ran for 10 years.)In 1987, the congressional Iran-Contra committees issued their final report, saying President Ronald Reagan bore "ultimate responsibility" for wrongdoing by his aides. A fire at London King's Cross railway station claimed 31 lives.In 1991, Shiite Muslim kidnappers in Lebanon freed Anglican Church envoy Terry Waite and Thomas Sutherland, the American dean of agriculture at the American University of Beirut.In 1999, 12 people were killed when a bonfire under construction at Texas A-and-M University collapsed. A jury in Jasper, Texas, convicted Shawn Allen Berry of murder for his role in the dragging death of James Byrd Jr., but spared him the death penalty.In 2003, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court ruled 4-to-3 that the state constitution guaranteed gay couples the right to marry.In 2005, eight months after Robert Blake was acquitted at a criminal trial of murdering his wife, a civil jury decided the actor was behind the slaying and ordered him to pay Bonny Lee Bakley's children $30 million.In 2020, President Donald Trump filed for a recount of Wisconsin's two largest Democratic counties, paying the required $3 million cost and alleging that they were the sites of the "worst irregularities" although no evidence of illegal activity had been presented. (The recounts resulted in a slightly larger lead for Democrat Joe Biden.)Ten years ago: In the deadliest single attack in Israel's offensive against Islamic militants, 12 people were killed when an Israeli missile ripped through a two-story home in a residential area of Gaza City. Justin Bieber dominated the American Music Awards in Los Angeles, winning three trophies, including artist of the year.Five years ago: Large crowds of demonstrators turned Zimbabwe's capital into a carnival ground, showing disdain for President Robert Mugabe and urging him to quit immediately; Mugabe was now powerless and had been placed under house arrest by the military command. After heading Northern Ireland's Sinn Fein party for more than 30 years, Gerry Adams announced that he was stepping down.One year ago: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation requiring private businesses in the state to let workers opt out of coronavirus vaccine mandates. More than half a century after the assassination of Malcolm X, two of his convicted killers were exonerated; a New York judge dismissed the convictions of Muhammad Aziz and the late Khalil Islam, after prosecutors and the men's lawyers said a renewed investigation had found new evidence that undermined the case against them. Los Angeles Angels star Shohei Ohtani was unanimously voted American League MVP for a hitting and pitching season not seen since Babe Ruth, and Bryce Harper earned the National League honor for the second time.Today's Birthdays: Actor Brenda Vaccaro is 83. Author-poet Margaret Atwood is 83. Actor Linda Evans is 80. Actor Susan Sullivan is 80. Country singer Jacky Ward is 76. Actor Jameson Parker is 75. Actor-singer Andrea Marcovicci is 74. Rock musician Herman Rarebell is 73. Singer Graham Parker is 72. Actor Delroy Lindo is 70. Comedian Kevin Nealon is 69. Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Warren Moon is 66. Actor Oscar Nunez is 64. Actor Elizabeth Perkins is 62. Singer Kim Wilde is 62. Actor Tim Guinee is 60. Rock musician Kirk Hammett (Metallica) is 60. Rock singer Tim DeLaughter is 57. Author and lecturer Brené Brown is 57. Actor Romany Malco is 54. Actor Owen Wilson is 54. Actor Dan Bakkedahl is 54. Singer Duncan Sheik is 53. Actor Mike Epps is 52. Actor Peta Wilson is 52. Actor Chloe Sevigny is 48. Country singer Jessi Alexander is 46. Actor Steven Pasquale is 46. Rapper Fabolous is 45. Actor-director Nate Parker is 43. Rapper Mike Jones is 42. Actor Mekia Cox is 41. Actor-comedian Nasim Pedrad is 41. Actor Allison Tolman is 41. Actor Christina Vidal is 41. Actor Damon Wayans Jr. is 40. Country singer TJ Osborne (Brothers Osborne) is 38. U.S. Olympic track star Allyson Felix is 37. Fashion designer Christian Siriano is 37. Actor Nathan Kress is 30.

Today in History - November 18

Get a good start on your holiday celebration with Salina Downtown's Holiday Festival and Parade of Lights Saturday.

READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/d68048a5-d762-45d3-adf4-0261b4ed3049">Salina's Campbell Plaza decorated for the holidays</a>

The festivities begin at 11 a.m. unless otherwise noted and include the following, according to information from Salina Downtown, Inc.

Photos with Santa at Sharp Performance, 131 S. Santa Fe Avenue

Letters to Santa at Streit Sandblasting, 111 S. Santa Fe Avenue

Make-your-own Christmas cards at the Salina Art Center, 242 S. Santa Fe Avenue

Live nativity by Immanuel Lutheran Church at Pioneer Presidents Place, 245 S. Eighth Street, from 1-2 p.m.

Rolling Hills Zoo animals at The Bath Pub, 109 S. Santa Fe Avenue, 2-4 p.m.

Sugar cookies by Seraphim Bread, 228C S. Santa Fe Avenue

Face painting by Color Me Crazy courtesy the Bank of Tescott in the 67401 Plaza, 2-4 p.m.

Make reindeer food in the 67401 Plaza, sponsored by Equity Bank, 2-4 p.m.

Santa snack bags in the 67401 Plaza provided by First Bank Kansas, 2-4 p.m.

Vegan Shark performance on the City Lights Stage, 2-4 p.m.

Hot cocoa and cider for purchase at Ad Astra Books and Coffee House, 135 N. Santa Fe Avenue

Pre-parade performances at 5:15 p.m., starting at the Stiefel Theatre, 151 S. Santa Fe

Parade of Lights, including more than 110 entries, 6 p.m. on Santa Fe Avenue

Christmas tree lighting in Campbell Plaza following the Parade of Lights.

Don Wagner performance at Campbell Plaza following the tree lighting

<figure>
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 </figure>By SALINA POSTGet a good start on your holiday celebration with Salina Downtown's Holiday Festival and Parade of Lights Saturday.READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/d68048a5-d762-45d3-adf4-0261b4ed3049">Salina's Campbell Plaza decorated for the holidays</a>The festivities begin at 11 a.m. unless otherwise noted and include the following, according to information from Salina Downtown, Inc.Photos with Santa at Sharp Performance, 131 S. Santa Fe AvenueLetters to Santa at Streit Sandblasting, 111 S. Santa Fe AvenueMake-your-own Christmas cards at the Salina Art Center, 242 S. Santa Fe AvenueLive nativity by Immanuel Lutheran Church at Pioneer Presidents Place, 245 S. Eighth Street, from 1-2 p.m.Rolling Hills Zoo animals at The Bath Pub, 109 S. Santa Fe Avenue, 2-4 p.m.Sugar cookies by Seraphim Bread, 228C S. Santa Fe AvenueFace painting by Color Me Crazy courtesy the Bank of Tescott in the 67401 Plaza, 2-4 p.m.Make reindeer food in the 67401 Plaza, sponsored by Equity Bank, 2-4 p.m.Santa snack bags in the 67401 Plaza provided by First Bank Kansas, 2-4 p.m.Vegan Shark performance on the City Lights Stage, 2-4 p.m.Hot cocoa and cider for purchase at Ad Astra Books and Coffee House, 135 N. Santa Fe AvenuePre-parade performances at 5:15 p.m., starting at the Stiefel Theatre, 151 S. Santa FeParade of Lights, including more than 110 entries, 6 p.m. on Santa Fe AvenueChristmas tree lighting in Campbell Plaza following the Parade of Lights.Don Wagner performance at Campbell Plaza following the tree lighting

Salina Downtown Holiday Festival, Parade of Lights Saturday

Aside from a few sprinkles or flurries tonight, quiet weather is expected through the weekend. 

Wind chill values near zero are expected across central Kansas tonight, with single digits and teens elsewhere.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceAside from a few sprinkles or flurries tonight, quiet weather is expected through the weekend. Wind chill values near zero are expected across central Kansas tonight, with single digits and teens elsewhere.

Central Kansas wind chills near zero Thursday night

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina Post

Like elves in the final stretch before Christmas, three men from UltraShine Holiday Lights braved the November cold Monday to provide some holiday cheer in downtown Salina.

Surrounded by a myriad of boxes full of Christmas tree branches and ornaments, the three worked to build an 18-foot Christmas tree in Campbell Plaza. The tree will serve as the Salina community Christmas tree and will be officially lit Saturday as a part of Salina Downtown's Holiday Festival and Parade of Lights.

READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/305ae96b-61b5-426c-8e1b-e44d0fff6ba1">Salina Downtown Holiday Festival, Parade of Lights Saturday</a>

"Salina Downtown Inc. is so excited to have a community Christmas tree in downtown Salina in Campbell Plaza. We are grateful to our community partners, the City of Salina and First Bank Kansas, for helping SDI bring this tree downtown. It  certainly was a neighborhood effort and the tree looks perfect!" said Leslie Bishop, Salina Downtown, Inc., executive director.

"Following the Parade of Lights, we will have a tree lighting ceremony with the assistance of Santa Claus and others. Then Don Wagner will perform some live music at the Campbell Plaza stage," she added.

With Christmas music wafting through the air and a recently painted mural as a backdrop, the UltraShine "elves" first connected the two-foot tall sections of the tree tower and then began working their way back down with branches and decorations.

Clearly, this was not their first attempt at holiday decorating.

Chris Rios, who owns UltraShine, said the company has been decorating commercial and residential properties for the holidays for approximately eight years and covers an area stretching from Plainville to Great Bend to Inman to near Abilene. 

The three-man crew, made up of two firefighters and a Kansas Highway Patrol recruit, custom designs and installs the holiday displays for customers. At the conclusion of the holiday season, they take down the displays and store them for the following holiday season, Rios said. Additionally, the crew does maintenance on the displays as needed.

In the off-season, they do permanent lights on commercial structures and houses, landscape lighting, and wedding and event lighting, Rios said.

An average job usually takes an hour and a half, however, new jobs sometimes take a bit longer. 

To find out more about UltraShine Holiday Lights, go to <a href="http://kansaschristmaslights.com">kansaschristmaslights.com</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/11/1668731800429.jpeg" alt="As if giving a thumbs up for the seasonal decorating, snow began to fall Monday as the UltraShine workers constructed the Christmas tree in Campbell Plaza. Salina Post photos" />
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 </figure>By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostLike elves in the final stretch before Christmas, three men from UltraShine Holiday Lights braved the November cold Monday to provide some holiday cheer in downtown Salina.Surrounded by a myriad of boxes full of Christmas tree branches and ornaments, the three worked to build an 18-foot Christmas tree in Campbell Plaza. The tree will serve as the Salina community Christmas tree and will be officially lit Saturday as a part of Salina Downtown's Holiday Festival and Parade of Lights.READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/305ae96b-61b5-426c-8e1b-e44d0fff6ba1">Salina Downtown Holiday Festival, Parade of Lights Saturday</a>"Salina Downtown Inc. is so excited to have a community Christmas tree in downtown Salina in Campbell Plaza. We are grateful to our community partners, the City of Salina and First Bank Kansas, for helping SDI bring this tree downtown. It certainly was a neighborhood effort and the tree looks perfect!" said Leslie Bishop, Salina Downtown, Inc., executive director."Following the Parade of Lights, we will have a tree lighting ceremony with the assistance of Santa Claus and others. Then Don Wagner will perform some live music at the Campbell Plaza stage," she added.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/11/1668731991643.jpeg" alt="Chris Rios, left, and his assistants connect the sections of the tree tower." />
 <figcaption>Chris Rios, left, and his assistants connect the sections of the tree tower.</figcaption>
 </figure>Constructing a treeWith Christmas music wafting through the air and a recently painted mural as a backdrop, the UltraShine "elves" first connected the two-foot tall sections of the tree tower and then began working their way back down with branches and decorations.Clearly, this was not their first attempt at holiday decorating.Chris Rios, who owns UltraShine, said the company has been decorating commercial and residential properties for the holidays for approximately eight years and covers an area stretching from Plainville to Great Bend to Inman to near Abilene. The three-man crew, made up of two firefighters and a Kansas Highway Patrol recruit, custom designs and installs the holiday displays for customers. At the conclusion of the holiday season, they take down the displays and store them for the following holiday season, Rios said. Additionally, the crew does maintenance on the displays as needed.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/11/1668732175489.jpeg" alt="The completed tree." />
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 </figure>In the off-season, they do permanent lights on commercial structures and houses, landscape lighting, and wedding and event lighting, Rios said.An average job usually takes an hour and a half, however, new jobs sometimes take a bit longer. To find out more about UltraShine Holiday Lights, go to <a href="http://kansaschristmaslights.com">kansaschristmaslights.com</a>.

Salina's Campbell Plaza decorated for the holidays

A Salina man was arrested early Wednesday morning after he allegedly threatened others with a machete.

Salina Police Lieutenant James Feldman said this morning that officers were sent to the 2300 block of Chapel Ridge Place at approximately 3 a.m. Wednesday for the report of a resident there, identified as Ryan A. Hardey, 23, of Salina, who appeared to be intoxicated and allegedly had struck another resident twice.

When Hardey exited a bedroom with a sheathed machete, two other people in the apartment, the resident who was struck and a female resident, tried to stop him from leaving the apartment because they believed he was a threat to himself. At that point, Hardey allegedly threatened to cut their throats with the machete if they didn't let him go, Feldman said.

Officers located Hardey nearby, however, he allegedly did not comply with police instructions and was tased, Feldman said. Officers also located the machete near where Hardey was taken into custody.

Hardey was arrested on the following requested charges, Feldman said.

●Two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon

●Aggravated weapons violation by a convicted felon

●Interference with a law enforcement officer

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/11/1668706082804.jpeg" alt="Ryan A. Hardey. Photos courtesy Saline County Sheriff's Office" />
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 </figure>By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostA Salina man was arrested early Wednesday morning after he allegedly threatened others with a machete.Salina Police Lieutenant James Feldman said this morning that officers were sent to the 2300 block of Chapel Ridge Place at approximately 3 a.m. Wednesday for the report of a resident there, identified as Ryan A. Hardey, 23, of Salina, who appeared to be intoxicated and allegedly had struck another resident twice.When Hardey exited a bedroom with a sheathed machete, two other people in the apartment, the resident who was struck and a female resident, tried to stop him from leaving the apartment because they believed he was a threat to himself. At that point, Hardey allegedly threatened to cut their throats with the machete if they didn't let him go, Feldman said.Officers located Hardey nearby, however, he allegedly did not comply with police instructions and was tased, Feldman said. Officers also located the machete near where Hardey was taken into custody.Hardey was arrested on the following requested charges, Feldman said.●Two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon●Aggravated weapons violation by a convicted felon●Domestic battery●Interference with a law enforcement officer

Salina man arrested after alleged threat with machete

OCCK Transportation has announced the continuation of the Winter Pass to the successful CityGo Get On &amp; Go program for Salina area youth ages 7-18.&nbsp;

Youth ages 7-18 will be able to purchase a Get On &amp; Go Winter Youth Bus Pass for $10.&nbsp; The pass will be good for unlimited rides on Salina CityGo from Dec. 1 to Feb. 28.&nbsp; Youth must show the drivers their Get On &amp; Go&nbsp; pass when they board the buses.&nbsp; Face masks and social distancing policies will be followed as needed.

The Get On &amp; Go Winter Bus Pass is available for purchase online on Thursday at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.salinacitygo.com/" target="_blank">www.salinacitygo.com</a>&nbsp;and Buy A Pass, with options for pick up.&nbsp; They will also be available at OCCK Transportation, 340 N. Santa Fe; and at the OCCK Corporate Office, 1710 W. Schilling Road, starting Thursday.&nbsp;

The winter pass will also be available digitally in the Token Transit app.&nbsp; All OCCK Transportation services have a digital fare option.

“We love that we have our Get On &amp; Go program all year round now,” said Trell Grinter, transportation director for OCCK, Inc.&nbsp; “The whole program has continued to grow in popularity.&nbsp; We are helping kids navigate around Salina, participate in activities and community events, while using public transit, which means learning important life skills while gaining freedom and independence.”

For more information call OCCK Transportation at 826-1583 or go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.salinacitygo.com/" target="_blank">www.salinacitygo.com</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/11/1668663834818.jpeg" alt="Image courtesy OCCK Transportation" />
 <figcaption>Image courtesy OCCK Transportation</figcaption>
 </figure>OCCK TransportationOCCK Transportation has announced the continuation of the Winter Pass to the successful CityGo Get On &amp; Go program for Salina area youth ages 7-18.&nbsp;Youth ages 7-18 will be able to purchase a Get On &amp; Go Winter Youth Bus Pass for $10.&nbsp; The pass will be good for unlimited rides on Salina CityGo from Dec. 1 to Feb. 28.&nbsp; Youth must show the drivers their Get On &amp; Go&nbsp; pass when they board the buses.&nbsp; Face masks and social distancing policies will be followed as needed.The Get On &amp; Go Winter Bus Pass is available for purchase online on Thursday at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.salinacitygo.com/" target="_blank">www.salinacitygo.com</a>&nbsp;and Buy A Pass, with options for pick up.&nbsp; They will also be available at OCCK Transportation, 340 N. Santa Fe; and at the OCCK Corporate Office, 1710 W. Schilling Road, starting Thursday.&nbsp;The winter pass will also be available digitally in the Token Transit app.&nbsp; All OCCK Transportation services have a digital fare option.“We love that we have our Get On &amp; Go program all year round now,” said Trell Grinter, transportation director for OCCK, Inc.&nbsp; “The whole program has continued to grow in popularity.&nbsp; We are helping kids navigate around Salina, participate in activities and community events, while using public transit, which means learning important life skills while gaining freedom and independence.”For more information call OCCK Transportation at 826-1583 or go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.salinacitygo.com/" target="_blank">www.salinacitygo.com</a>.

Winter youth CityGo passes go on sale today

Two long-time community volunteers in Saline County were recently recognized by the Central Kansas Extension District (CKD) Governing Body for the unselfish energy and time they have given to the local Extension program. Sharon Zier and Eric Lamer, both of Salina, were named recipients of the 2022 CKD Extension Appreciation Award.

Sharon Zier has been a valuable asset in the Family and Consumer Sciences program area. Over the years, she has helped with financial literacy programs as a small group facilitator and assisted with Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas (SHICK) since Medicare added drug plan coverage. Sharon’s regular clientele has consistently been provided service at the Extension office as well as at the senior center when coordinated SHICK services there prior to COVID.

Eric Lamer and his family have been involved in the local 4-H program in numerous capacities. He was an active member of the CKD 4-H Program Development Committee, served as a fair superintendent for several years in photography and was a board member for the Saline County 4-H Development Fund. Eric has always been willing to step up and help in any area where there is a need, but his passion has always focused around photography. Since 2015, Eric has taken the Tri-Rivers Fair 4-H King and Queen Candidate photographs and has also taken the Outstanding 4-H Member photos as his schedule allowed.

The K-State Research and Extension Appreciation Award was authorized by Extension administration in 1977. Its purpose is to honor individuals, businesses or organizations who have made outstanding contributions to Extension programs in a county or district.

Central Kansas Extension DistrictTwo long-time community volunteers in Saline County were recently recognized by the Central Kansas Extension District (CKD) Governing Body for the unselfish energy and time they have given to the local Extension program. Sharon Zier and Eric Lamer, both of Salina, were named recipients of the 2022 CKD Extension Appreciation Award.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/11/1668662977843.jpeg" alt="Deb Wood, Central Kansas District family resource management agent (right), presents an Extension Appreciation Award to Sharon Zier of Salina. Photos courtesy Central Kansas District" />
 <figcaption>Deb Wood, Central Kansas District family resource management agent (right), presents an Extension Appreciation Award to Sharon Zier of Salina. Photos courtesy Central Kansas District</figcaption>
 </figure>Sharon Zier has been a valuable asset in the Family and Consumer Sciences program area. Over the years, she has helped with financial literacy programs as a small group facilitator and assisted with Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas (SHICK) since Medicare added drug plan coverage. Sharon’s regular clientele has consistently been provided service at the Extension office as well as at the senior center when coordinated SHICK services there prior to COVID.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/11/1668663216734.jpeg" alt="Eric Lamer of Salina (left) receives an Extension Appreciation Award from Sarah Maass, former Central Kansas District 4-H Youth Development Agent." />
 <figcaption>Eric Lamer of Salina (left) receives an Extension Appreciation Award from Sarah Maass, former Central Kansas District 4-H Youth Development Agent.</figcaption>
 </figure>Eric Lamer and his family have been involved in the local 4-H program in numerous capacities. He was an active member of the CKD 4-H Program Development Committee, served as a fair superintendent for several years in photography and was a board member for the Saline County 4-H Development Fund. Eric has always been willing to step up and help in any area where there is a need, but his passion has always focused around photography. Since 2015, Eric has taken the Tri-Rivers Fair 4-H King and Queen Candidate photographs and has also taken the Outstanding 4-H Member photos as his schedule allowed.The K-State Research and Extension Appreciation Award was authorized by Extension administration in 1977. Its purpose is to honor individuals, businesses or organizations who have made outstanding contributions to Extension programs in a county or district.

Zier, Lamer recognized by Central Kansas Extension District

Two areas of light snow will affect the region for today and tonight. 

Central Kansas could see a trace to light dusting of snow today, and southern Kansas could see no snow or a trace for tonight. Any snow amounts will be minimal with no impacts expected.

A mix of flurries and sprinkles will move east to southeast across the region Thursday. Little to no snow accumulation is expected.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceTwo areas of light snow will affect the region for today and tonight. Central Kansas could see a trace to light dusting of snow today, and southern Kansas could see no snow or a trace for tonight. Any snow amounts will be minimal with no impacts expected.<figure>
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 </figure>National Weather ServiceA mix of flurries and sprinkles will move east to southeast across the region Thursday. Little to no snow accumulation is expected.

UPDATE: Light dusting of snow possible for part of area

The Wood Brothers are coming to Salina in the spring.

The performance is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. April 17 in the Stiefel Theatre, 151 S. Santa Fe.

Tickets start at $39 and go on sale at noon on Friday. Buy online at <a href="http://www.stiefeltheatre.org">www.stiefeltheatre.org</a> or by calling the Stiefel at 785-827-1998. The Stiefel box office is open for phone or walk-up sales noon-5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

About The Wood Brothers courtesy Stiefel Theatre

The Wood Brothers didn’t know they were making a record. Looking back, they’re grateful for that. &nbsp;

“If we&nbsp;had&nbsp;known, we probably would have been too self-conscious to play what we played,” reflects bassist/vocalist Chris Wood. “At the time, we just thought we were jamming to break in our new studio, so we felt free to explore all these different ways of performing together without worrying about form or structure. It was liberating.”&nbsp;

Recorded live to tape, those freewheeling, improvised sessions became a vast pool of source material from which The Wood Brothers would go on to draw Kingdom In My Mind, their seventh studio release and most spontaneous and experimental collection yet. While on past records, the band—Chris, guitarist/vocalist Oliver Wood, and drummer/keyboardist Jano Rix—would write a large batch of songs and then record them all at once, Kingdom found them retroactively carving tunes out of sprawling instrumental jam sessions like sculptors chipping away at blocks of marble. A testament to the limitless creativity of the unharnessed mind, the record explores the power of our external surroundings to shape our internal worlds (and vice versa), reckoning with time, mortality, and human nature. The songs here find strength in accepting what lies beyond our control, thoughtfully honing in on the bittersweet beauty that underlies doubt and pain and sadness with vivid character studies and unflinching self-examination. Deep as the lyrics dig, the arrangements always manage to remain buoyant and light, though, drawing from across a broad sonic spectrum to create a transportive, effervescent blend that reflects the trio’s unique place in the modern musical landscape.&nbsp;

“My brother came to this band from the blues and gospel world, and my history was all over the map with jazz and R&amp;B,” said Chris, who first rose to fame with the pioneering trio Medeski Martin &amp; Wood. “The idea for this group has always been to marry our backgrounds, to imagine what might happen if Robert Johnson and Charles Mingus had started a band together.”&nbsp;

Kingdom In My Mind follows The Wood Brothers’ most recent studio release, 2018’s One Drop Of Truth,&nbsp; which hit No. 1 on the&nbsp;Billboard&nbsp;Heatseekers Chart and garnered the band their first GRAMMY nomination for Best Americana Album.&nbsp;NPR&nbsp;praised the record’s “unexpected changes and kaleidoscopic array of influences,” while&nbsp;Uncut&nbsp;hailed its “virtuosic performances and subtly evocative lyrics,” and&nbsp;Blurt&nbsp;proclaimed it “a career-defining album.” Tracks from the record racked up roughly 8 million streams on Spotify alone, and the band took the album on the road for extensive tour dates in the US and Europe, including their first-ever headline performance at Red Rocks, two nights at San Francisco’s legendary Fillmore (captured on their 2019 release, Live At The Fillmore), and festival appearances everywhere from Bonnaroo to XPoNential.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/11/1668662555635.jpeg" alt="The Wood Brothers.&nbsp;Photo by Alysse Gafkjen courtesy Stiefel Theatre" />
 <figcaption>The Wood Brothers.&nbsp;Photo by Alysse Gafkjen courtesy Stiefel Theatre</figcaption>
 </figure>By SALINA POSTThe Wood Brothers are coming to Salina in the spring.The performance is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. April 17 in the Stiefel Theatre, 151 S. Santa Fe.Tickets start at $39 and go on sale at noon on Friday. Buy online at <a href="http://www.stiefeltheatre.org">www.stiefeltheatre.org</a> or by calling the Stiefel at 785-827-1998. The Stiefel box office is open for phone or walk-up sales noon-5 p.m. Monday through Friday.About The Wood Brothers courtesy Stiefel TheatreThe Wood Brothers didn’t know they were making a record. Looking back, they’re grateful for that. &nbsp;“If we&nbsp;had&nbsp;known, we probably would have been too self-conscious to play what we played,” reflects bassist/vocalist Chris Wood. “At the time, we just thought we were jamming to break in our new studio, so we felt free to explore all these different ways of performing together without worrying about form or structure. It was liberating.”&nbsp;Recorded live to tape, those freewheeling, improvised sessions became a vast pool of source material from which The Wood Brothers would go on to draw Kingdom In My Mind, their seventh studio release and most spontaneous and experimental collection yet. While on past records, the band—Chris, guitarist/vocalist Oliver Wood, and drummer/keyboardist Jano Rix—would write a large batch of songs and then record them all at once, Kingdom found them retroactively carving tunes out of sprawling instrumental jam sessions like sculptors chipping away at blocks of marble. A testament to the limitless creativity of the unharnessed mind, the record explores the power of our external surroundings to shape our internal worlds (and vice versa), reckoning with time, mortality, and human nature. The songs here find strength in accepting what lies beyond our control, thoughtfully honing in on the bittersweet beauty that underlies doubt and pain and sadness with vivid character studies and unflinching self-examination. Deep as the lyrics dig, the arrangements always manage to remain buoyant and light, though, drawing from across a broad sonic spectrum to create a transportive, effervescent blend that reflects the trio’s unique place in the modern musical landscape.&nbsp;“My brother came to this band from the blues and gospel world, and my history was all over the map with jazz and R&amp;B,” said Chris, who first rose to fame with the pioneering trio Medeski Martin &amp; Wood. “The idea for this group has always been to marry our backgrounds, to imagine what might happen if Robert Johnson and Charles Mingus had started a band together.”&nbsp;Kingdom In My Mind follows The Wood Brothers’ most recent studio release, 2018’s One Drop Of Truth,&nbsp; which hit No. 1 on the&nbsp;Billboard&nbsp;Heatseekers Chart and garnered the band their first GRAMMY nomination for Best Americana Album.&nbsp;NPR&nbsp;praised the record’s “unexpected changes and kaleidoscopic array of influences,” while&nbsp;Uncut&nbsp;hailed its “virtuosic performances and subtly evocative lyrics,” and&nbsp;Blurt&nbsp;proclaimed it “a career-defining album.” Tracks from the record racked up roughly 8 million streams on Spotify alone, and the band took the album on the road for extensive tour dates in the US and Europe, including their first-ever headline performance at Red Rocks, two nights at San Francisco’s legendary Fillmore (captured on their 2019 release, Live At The Fillmore), and festival appearances everywhere from Bonnaroo to XPoNential.&nbsp;

The Wood Brothers concert set for Stiefel in April

Today is Thursday, Nov. 17, the 321st day of 2022. There are 44 days left in the year.

On Nov. 17, 1869, the Suez Canal opened in Egypt.

In 1800, Congress held its first session in the partially completed U.S. Capitol building.

In 1917, French sculptor Auguste Rodin died at age 77.

In 1947, President Harry S. Truman, in an address to a special session of Congress, called for emergency aid to Austria, Italy and France. (The aid was approved the following month.)

In 1969, the first round of Strategic Arms Limitation Talks between the United States and the Soviet Union opened in Helsinki, Finland.

In 1973, President Richard Nixon told Associated Press managing editors in Orlando, Florida: "People have got to know whether or not their president is a crook. Well, I'm not a crook."

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 </figure>By THE ASSOCIATED PRESSToday is Thursday, Nov. 17, the 321st day of 2022. There are 44 days left in the year.Today's Highlight in History:On Nov. 17, 1869, the Suez Canal opened in Egypt.On this date:In 1800, Congress held its first session in the partially completed U.S. Capitol building.In 1917, French sculptor Auguste Rodin died at age 77.In 1947, President Harry S. Truman, in an address to a special session of Congress, called for emergency aid to Austria, Italy and France. (The aid was approved the following month.)In 1969, the first round of Strategic Arms Limitation Talks between the United States and the Soviet Union opened in Helsinki, Finland.In 1973, President Richard Nixon told Associated Press managing editors in Orlando, Florida: "People have got to know whether or not their president is a crook. Well, I'm not a crook."In 1979, Iran's Ayatollah Khomeini ordered the release of 13 Black and/or female American hostages being held at the U.S. Embassy in Tehran.In 1989, the Walt Disney animated feature "The Little Mermaid" opened in wide release.In 1997, 62 people, most of them foreign tourists, were killed when militants opened fire at the Temple of Hatshepsut in Luxor, Egypt; the attackers, who also hacked their victims, were killed by police.In 2002, Abba Eban, the statesman who helped persuade the world to approve creation of Israel and dominated Israeli diplomacy for decades, died near Tel Aviv; he was 87.In 2003, Arnold Schwarzenegger was sworn in as the 38th governor of California.In 2018, Argentina's navy announced that searchers had found a submarine that disappeared a year earlier with 44 crewmen aboard; the government said it would be unable to recover the vessel.In 2020, President Donald Trump fired the nation's top election security official, Christopher Krebs, who had refuted Trump's unsubstantiated claims of electoral fraud and vouched for the integrity of the vote. Acting Defense Secretary Christopher Miller said the U.S. would reduce troop levels in Iraq and Afghanistan to about 2,500 in each country by mid-January, accelerating troop withdrawals during Trump's final days in office. Rep. Kevin McCarthy of California easily won reelection as House Republican leader.Ten years ago: Israel destroyed the headquarters of Hamas' prime minister and blasted a sprawling network of smuggling tunnels in the southern Gaza Strip, broadening a blistering four-day-old offensive against the Islamic militant group. A speeding train crashed into a bus carrying Egyptian children to their kindergarten, killing 48 children and three adults.Five years ago: Sen. Al Franken apologized to the woman who had accused him of forcibly kissing her and groping her during a 2006 USO tour; the Minnesota Democrat said he remembered the encounter differently. The Rev. Jesse Jackson disclosed that he had been receiving outpatient care for two years for Parkinson's disease.One year ago: The House voted to censure Republican Rep. Paul Gosar of Arizona for posting an animated video that depicted him killing Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez with a sword. Florida Republicans approved a sweeping bill to hobble coronavirus vaccine mandates in businesses. Jacob Chansley, the spear-carrying Jan. 6 rioter whose horned fur hat, bare chest and face paint made him one of the more recognizable figures in the assault on the Capitol, was sentenced to 41 months in prison. Rapper Young Dolph, widely admired in the hip-hop community for his authenticity and fierce independence, was shot and killed inside a cookie shop in his hometown of Memphis, Tennessee. (Two men have pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder.) The Wisconsin Supreme Court rejected a request by Steven Avery to review his conviction for a 2005 killing; the case was the focus of a popular Netflix series "Making a Murderer."Today's Birthdays: Sen. James Inhofe, R-Okla., is 88. Singer Gordon Lightfoot is 84. Singer-songwriter Bob Gaudio is 81. Movie director Martin Scorsese is 80. Actor Lauren Hutton is 79. Actor-director Danny DeVito is 78. "Saturday Night Live" producer Lorne Michaels is 78. Movie director Roland Joffe is 77. Former Democratic National Chairman Howard Dean is 74. Former House Speaker John Boehner is 73. Actor Stephen Root is 71. Rock musician Jim Babjak (The Smithereens) is 65. Actor Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio is 64. Actor William Moses is 63. Entertainer RuPaul is 62. Actor Dylan Walsh is 59. Former National Security Adviser Susan Rice is 58. Actor Sophie Marceau is 56. Actor-model Daisy Fuentes is 56. Blues singer/musician Tab Benoit is 55. R&amp;B singer Ronnie DeVoe (New Edition; Bell Biv DeVoe) is 55. Rock musician Ben Wilson (Blues Traveler) is 55. Actor David Ramsey is 51. Actor Leonard Roberts is 50. Actor Leslie Bibb is 49. Actor Brandon Call is 46. Country singer Aaron Lines is 45. Actor Rachel McAdams is 44. Rock musician Isaac Hanson (Hanson) is 42. Former MLB outfielder Ryan Braun is 39. Musician Reid Perry (The Band Perry) is 34. Actor Raquel Castro is 28.

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