MCPHERSON - Authorities in McPherson are investigating scams of alleged family members needing to bond out of jail.&nbsp;

From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/McPherson-County-Crime-Stoppers-300318421920">McPherson County Crime Stoppers Facebook page</a>:

On Saturday, August 6th, 2022, the McPherson Police Department was dispatched to the Law Enforcement Lobby reference a past scam.

Through the investigation, it was learned the reporting party received a scam phone call by an individual who claimed to be a family member. The individual advised they needed $12,000 for a bond to get out of jail. The reporting party was then contacted by an individual who claimed to be an attorney who told them to call a bonds company in the area. The reporting party contacted Eagle Bail Bond’s and he was notified they did not have any information reference the family member being in jail. The reporting party went to the bank and retrieved the $12,000 in cash in $100 bills. The reporting party was later contacted by an individual who claimed to be an employee of Eagle Bail Bonds. The reporting party met with an unknown hispanic male, who went by the name of “Garcia”, who drove a 2005-2010 orange 4-door Sedan. The reporting party described the male to be approximately 18 years old with short hair. The reporting party gave the money to “Garcia” and observed him to leave. Case Number 2022-1405

The McPherson County Sheriff’s Office took a report of the similar incident with the same amount money being scammed. The McPherson County Sheriff’s Office Case Number 22-0557.

If you have any information in regard to this incident, please contact the McPherson County Crimestoppers via phone (620)241-1122 or use the “Contact Us” button on Facebook to submit a tip and remain anonymous.

MCPHERSON - Authorities in McPherson are investigating scams of alleged family members needing to bond out of jail.&nbsp;From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/McPherson-County-Crime-Stoppers-300318421920">McPherson County Crime Stoppers Facebook page</a>:On Saturday, August 6th, 2022, the McPherson Police Department was dispatched to the Law Enforcement Lobby reference a past scam. Through the investigation, it was learned the reporting party received a scam phone call by an individual who claimed to be a family member. The individual advised they needed $12,000 for a bond to get out of jail. The reporting party was then contacted by an individual who claimed to be an attorney who told them to call a bonds company in the area. The reporting party contacted Eagle Bail Bond’s and he was notified they did not have any information reference the family member being in jail. The reporting party went to the bank and retrieved the $12,000 in cash in $100 bills. The reporting party was later contacted by an individual who claimed to be an employee of Eagle Bail Bonds. The reporting party met with an unknown hispanic male, who went by the name of “Garcia”, who drove a 2005-2010 orange 4-door Sedan. The reporting party described the male to be approximately 18 years old with short hair. The reporting party gave the money to “Garcia” and observed him to leave. Case Number 2022-1405The McPherson County Sheriff’s Office took a report of the similar incident with the same amount money being scammed. The McPherson County Sheriff’s Office Case Number 22-0557. If you have any information in regard to this incident, please contact the McPherson County Crimestoppers via phone (620)241-1122 or use the “Contact Us” button on Facebook to submit a tip and remain anonymous.

Thousands lost in jail bonding scams in McPherson County

MANHATTAN — Twenty-five students from seven schools in Kansas have been awarded the Kansas Department of Agriculture’s Kansas Agriculture Skills and Competencies Certificate. 

Of these, 24 were awarded the general certificate, five were awarded the animal science certificate and one was awarded the plant systems certificate. High schools with students earning certificates include Buhler, Centre, Ellsworth, Greeley County, Holton, Republic County and Wellington.

Students have completed requirements in the areas of classroom instruction, supervised agricultural experience (SAE) and FFA. They have demonstrated excellence in agricultural knowledge, career readiness and leadership development. Students must also maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher in all school courses to earn the certification.

“The criteria to achieve these certificates represents more than just one specific exam, event, or activity on a single day but a culmination of successful involvement and achievement in multiple activities&nbsp;over four years of high school,” said John Clark, the agriculture education teacher at Buhler High School. “These students who earned these certificates should be proud&nbsp;of this high honor, which is only accomplished by students who are very well-rounded in a variety of requirements.”

KDA is committed to establishing a dynamic and well-equipped workforce that meets the diverse needs of the agriculture industry today. “Growth in Kansas agriculture will depend on a strong workforce, so we need skilled young people like these to support the future of the industry,” said Russ Plaschka, KDA marketing director.&nbsp;“These certificates show they have developed critical skills that will help them in their future careers, whether they end up on dairies, ranches, farms, agribusinesses, research labs, or in the variety of other employment opportunities in agriculture.”

The Kansas Agriculture Skills and Competencies Certificates meet the requirement for industry-recognized certifications earned by students in high school. Industry-recognized certifications are one of three ways that schools can increase the success rate for their postsecondary progress on their annual report card from the Kansas State Department of Education.

These certificates have been endorsed by several industry organizations and employers:

Kansas Animal Science Skills &amp; Competencies Certificate: Kansas Farm Bureau, Frontier Farm Credit and Triangle H.

Kansas Agriculture Skills &amp; Competencies Certificate: FFA Foundation, Kansas Farm Bureau, Kansas Grain &amp; Feed Association and Kansas Livestock Association.

Kansas Plant Systems Skills &amp; Competencies Certificate: Kansas Farm Bureau, Kansas Wheat, Frontier Farm Credit, Harris Crop Insurance, Hummert International, Scott Cooperative Association, Milliken Ag Concepts, and Middle Creek Seed.

Applications for the Kansas Agriculture Skills &amp; Competencies Certificates are accepted each spring. To find more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA4MTEuNjIxMjgwODEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwOi8vd3d3LmFncmljdWx0dXJlLmtzLmdvdi9hZ2VkdWNhdGlvbj91dG1fbWVkaXVtPWVtYWlsJnV0bV9zb3VyY2U9Z292ZGVsaXZlcnkifQ.abXytrnabFIe6OeejqGqQl6CCyrgrZJwmiL5Hvxc0ug/s/1377891820/br/142461701022-l" target="_blank">agriculture.ks.gov/ageducation</a>.

Kansas Agriculture Skills and Competencies Certificates

Kansas Plant Systems Skills and Competencies Certificates

Kansas Animal Science Skills and Competencies Certificates

MANHATTAN — Twenty-five students from seven schools in Kansas have been awarded the Kansas Department of Agriculture’s Kansas Agriculture Skills and Competencies Certificate. Of these, 24 were awarded the general certificate, five were awarded the animal science certificate and one was awarded the plant systems certificate. High schools with students earning certificates include Buhler, Centre, Ellsworth, Greeley County, Holton, Republic County and Wellington.Students have completed requirements in the areas of classroom instruction, supervised agricultural experience (SAE) and FFA. They have demonstrated excellence in agricultural knowledge, career readiness and leadership development. Students must also maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher in all school courses to earn the certification.“The criteria to achieve these certificates represents more than just one specific exam, event, or activity on a single day but a culmination of successful involvement and achievement in multiple activities&nbsp;over four years of high school,” said John Clark, the agriculture education teacher at Buhler High School. “These students who earned these certificates should be proud&nbsp;of this high honor, which is only accomplished by students who are very well-rounded in a variety of requirements.”KDA is committed to establishing a dynamic and well-equipped workforce that meets the diverse needs of the agriculture industry today. “Growth in Kansas agriculture will depend on a strong workforce, so we need skilled young people like these to support the future of the industry,” said Russ Plaschka, KDA marketing director.&nbsp;“These certificates show they have developed critical skills that will help them in their future careers, whether they end up on dairies, ranches, farms, agribusinesses, research labs, or in the variety of other employment opportunities in agriculture.”The Kansas Agriculture Skills and Competencies Certificates meet the requirement for industry-recognized certifications earned by students in high school. Industry-recognized certifications are one of three ways that schools can increase the success rate for their postsecondary progress on their annual report card from the Kansas State Department of Education.These certificates have been endorsed by several industry organizations and employers:Kansas Animal Science Skills &amp; Competencies Certificate: Kansas Farm Bureau, Frontier Farm Credit and Triangle H.Kansas Agriculture Skills &amp; Competencies Certificate: FFA Foundation, Kansas Farm Bureau, Kansas Grain &amp; Feed Association and Kansas Livestock Association.Kansas Plant Systems Skills &amp; Competencies Certificate: Kansas Farm Bureau, Kansas Wheat, Frontier Farm Credit, Harris Crop Insurance, Hummert International, Scott Cooperative Association, Milliken Ag Concepts, and Middle Creek Seed.Applications for the Kansas Agriculture Skills &amp; Competencies Certificates are accepted each spring. To find more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA4MTEuNjIxMjgwODEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwOi8vd3d3LmFncmljdWx0dXJlLmtzLmdvdi9hZ2VkdWNhdGlvbj91dG1fbWVkaXVtPWVtYWlsJnV0bV9zb3VyY2U9Z292ZGVsaXZlcnkifQ.abXytrnabFIe6OeejqGqQl6CCyrgrZJwmiL5Hvxc0ug/s/1377891820/br/142461701022-l" target="_blank">agriculture.ks.gov/ageducation</a>.Complete list of students:Kansas Agriculture Skills and Competencies CertificatesBuhler High SchoolJackson ChildsThomas ComptonHunter DurhamJaylee GilesMaren LackeyKacey LehlMace McCabeJared McQuilliamCarson MolerBradley NeillMarissa OremTanner TustainBonner Van BruggenCaroline WagnerKaden WarnerAbigail YutzyCentre High SchoolQuinten BinaKyle PetersonTanner StuchlikEllsworth High SchoolNicole HaaseGreeley County High SchoolPayton WalkHolton High SchoolKatina BartelRepublic County High SchoolNicole PopelkaWellington High SchoolBaylee NewberryKansas Plant Systems Skills and Competencies CertificatesWellington High SchoolMatthew PryceKansas Animal Science Skills and Competencies CertificatesBuhler High SchoolHunter DurhamJaylee GilesMaren LackeyKacey LehlCaroline Wagner

Ag ed students awarded Kansas ag skills, competencies certificates

· Treasury Management Implementation Coordinator

· Senior Fraud &amp; Loss Prevention Analyst

To apply, go to:&nbsp;<a href="https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/5b273a87-9d89-4524-a01c-ea292c036c32/Sunflower-Bank-NA">Sunflower Bank NA - Job Opportunities (paylocity.com)</a>

The competitive benefits package is designed to attract and retain quality and long-term associates. Benefits Include:

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 </figure>Job Opportunities in Salina:· Commercial Post Closing Specialist· Customer Care Center CSR· Customer Care Center Supervisor· TEMP Quality Assurance Specialist· Staff Auditor I· Treasury Management Implementation Coordinator· Payroll Associate· BSA AML Analyst I· Senior Fraud &amp; Loss Prevention Analyst· Universal BankerTo apply, go to:&nbsp;<a href="https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/5b273a87-9d89-4524-a01c-ea292c036c32/Sunflower-Bank-NA">Sunflower Bank NA - Job Opportunities (paylocity.com)</a>The competitive benefits package is designed to attract and retain quality and long-term associates. Benefits Include:· Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance· Supplemental Insurance /Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)· Group Term Life Insurance· Long-term Disability Insurance· Voluntary Life Insurance· Voluntary Accidental Death &amp; Dismemberment Insurance· 401k Plan· Paid Time Off (PTO)· Short-term Disability Insurance· Volunteer/Parenting Leave· Holiday Leave· Tuition Reimbursement

FBI moves to seize bank deposits in alleged $10M fraud of Kan. foster care provider

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina Post

A pursuit through the northern part of the city ended early this morning when a Salina Police Department K-9 caught up with the driver who was then fleeing on foot.

The incident began at approximately 2 a.m. Thursday when an officer noticed that a 2000 Cadillac without a license plate light failed to use a turn signal in the 700 block of N. 12th Street, Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said this morning. Before the officer could initiate a stop, the car accelerated away from the scene and the officer began a pursuit of the car through parts of north Salina.

Forrester said the maximum speed during the pursuit was 50 mph.

The car entered Thomas Park, 1525 N. Ninth Street, and traveled to the west end of the park, where the driver jumped out of the car and fled on foot into the woods, leaving the car in gear. The car struck a fence and then came to rest when it hit a tree, Forrester said. A male passenger was still in the car.

The pursuing officer deployed K-9 Tyrann, who chased the driver approximately 250 yards into the woods before apprehending him.

The driver, identified as Tyler Paxson, 32, of Salina, was found to have a suspended driver's license. He also was found to allegedly be in possession of methamphetamine, Forrester said. Additionally, the car had on it a license plate stolen from another vehicle.

Paxson was arrested on the following requested charges, Forrester said.

●Felony interference with a law enforcement officer

No charges were requested for the passenger, Forrester said.

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostA pursuit through the northern part of the city ended early this morning when a Salina Police Department K-9 caught up with the driver who was then fleeing on foot.The incident began at approximately 2 a.m. Thursday when an officer noticed that a 2000 Cadillac without a license plate light failed to use a turn signal in the 700 block of N. 12th Street, Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said this morning. Before the officer could initiate a stop, the car accelerated away from the scene and the officer began a pursuit of the car through parts of north Salina.Forrester said the maximum speed during the pursuit was 50 mph.The car entered Thomas Park, 1525 N. Ninth Street, and traveled to the west end of the park, where the driver jumped out of the car and fled on foot into the woods, leaving the car in gear. The car struck a fence and then came to rest when it hit a tree, Forrester said. A male passenger was still in the car.The pursuing officer deployed K-9 Tyrann, who chased the driver approximately 250 yards into the woods before apprehending him.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1660230258741.jpeg" alt="Tyler Paxson. Photos courtesy Saline County Sheriff's Office" />
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 </figure>The driver, identified as Tyler Paxson, 32, of Salina, was found to have a suspended driver's license. He also was found to allegedly be in possession of methamphetamine, Forrester said. Additionally, the car had on it a license plate stolen from another vehicle.Paxson was arrested on the following requested charges, Forrester said.●Flee and elude●Felony interference with a law enforcement officer●Possession of methamphetamine●Possession of drug paraphernalia●Possession of stolen property●Driving while suspended●No proof of insurance●Multiple traffic violationsNo charges were requested for the passenger, Forrester said.

K-9 apprehends Salina man after pursuit in northern part of city

What a driver on Interstate 135 believed was a structure fire early this morning south of Salina turned out to be a hay bale fire.

Saline County Sheriff Roger Soldan said this morning that a driver on I-135 saw a large fire in the 8000 block of Centennial Road at approximately 12:42 a.m. Thursday. The driver pulled off the highway and discovered that a stack of 360 square hay bales was on fire.

Multiple rural fire districts responded to the blaze and were able to save a third of the stack of bales, Soldan said. Kevin Pihl, 64, of rural Saline County, estimated loss to his bales at $36,000.

A nearby stack of 360 bales was not damaged, Soldan said.

The cause of the fire had not yet been determined, he added.

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 </figure>By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostWhat a driver on Interstate 135 believed was a structure fire early this morning south of Salina turned out to be a hay bale fire.Saline County Sheriff Roger Soldan said this morning that a driver on I-135 saw a large fire in the 8000 block of Centennial Road at approximately 12:42 a.m. Thursday. The driver pulled off the highway and discovered that a stack of 360 square hay bales was on fire.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1660234239164.jpeg" alt="Some of the burning bales." />
 <figcaption>Some of the burning bales.</figcaption>
 </figure>Multiple rural fire districts responded to the blaze and were able to save a third of the stack of bales, Soldan said. Kevin Pihl, 64, of rural Saline County, estimated loss to his bales at $36,000.A nearby stack of 360 bales was not damaged, Soldan said.The cause of the fire had not yet been determined, he added.

Blaze destroys $36,000 worth of hay bales south of Salina

Police are investigating a burglary at a central Salina pizza place.

Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said this morning that sometime between 10:15 p.m. Tuesday and 9 a.m. Wednesday, someone entered Little Caesars Pizza, 645 E. Crawford Street, and stole just under $700 from the safe and the $400 video surveillance system.

An employee arriving for work Wednesday morning found the door unlocked. The employee contacted the manager, who said the door was locked when employees left the night before, Forrester said.

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostPolice are investigating a burglary at a central Salina pizza place.Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said this morning that sometime between 10:15 p.m. Tuesday and 9 a.m. Wednesday, someone entered Little Caesars Pizza, 645 E. Crawford Street, and stole just under $700 from the safe and the $400 video surveillance system.An employee arriving for work Wednesday morning found the door unlocked. The employee contacted the manager, who said the door was locked when employees left the night before, Forrester said.

Money, surveillance system stolen from Salina pizza place

Today, U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg announced that the Biden-Harris Administration has awarded $46.9 million to support two projects in Kansas from the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) program to help move forward on projects that modernize roads, bridges, transit, rail, ports, and intermodal transportation and make our transportation systems safer, more accessible, more affordable, and more sustainable. Included is a project in Salina.

This year’s total allocations nationwide include more than $2.2 billion thanks to the President’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which provides an additional $7.5 billion over five years for the program to help meet the strong demand to help projects get moving across the country. &nbsp;

“We are proud to support so many outstanding infrastructure projects in communities large and small, modernizing America’s transportation systems to make them safer, more affordable, more accessible, and more sustainable,” Buttigieg said.&nbsp;“Using funds from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, this year we are supporting more projects than ever before.” &nbsp;

Projects were evaluated on several criteria, including safety, environmental sustainability, quality of life, economic competitiveness and opportunity, partnership and collaboration, innovation, state of good repair, and mobility and community connectivity. Within these areas, the Department considered how projects will improve accessibility for all travelers, bolster supply chain efficiency, and support racial equity and economic growth – especially in historically disadvantaged communities and areas of persistent poverty. &nbsp;

In Kansas, the following projects will benefit from RAISE awards:&nbsp;

Old Smoky Hill River Bridge Replacement&nbsp;– The City of Salina will receive $22.1 million to replace seven bridges over the Old Smoky Hill River, construct approximately 3.4 miles of multi-use accessible trails, improve seven pedestrian crossings, improve three railroad-pedestrian crossings, and install trail lighting. In addition, the project will construct a new, multi-modal hub, three pedestrian bridges, two new electric vehicle charging stations, a pedestrian underpass, a pedestrian boardwalk, and five new recreational boat launches. The new bridges will improve mobility, reduce congestion, and reconnect the City of Salina's underserved, neighborhoods to recreational features. The project also upgrades river channel culverts that are currently prone to flooding.

Flint Hills Trail: Connecting Communities, Cultures, and Landscapes&nbsp;– The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks will receive $24.8 to construct approximately 40-miles of the Flint Hills Trail in Kansas, nearly completing this 118-mile linear park "rail-trail." The project includes drainage improvements, pipes, culverts, bridges, base improvements, limestone surfacing, fences, gates, bollards, safety improvements and signage. The trail will offer an alternative to driving as well as provide outdoor recreation opportunities in a rural area that is currently fragmented with very few public outdoor recreational areas. There is also opportunity for the project to boost recreation and nature tourism, as evidenced by establishment of ten new businesses related to the trail in the past three years. Planning efforts have considered inputs from the communities being served through four workshops, and the trail will use inclusive interpretative signage and storytelling strategies that portray history and respect the Kaw Nation.&nbsp;

Today, U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg announced that the Biden-Harris Administration has awarded $46.9 million to support two projects in Kansas from the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) program to help move forward on projects that modernize roads, bridges, transit, rail, ports, and intermodal transportation and make our transportation systems safer, more accessible, more affordable, and more sustainable. Included is a project in Salina.This year’s total allocations nationwide include more than $2.2 billion thanks to the President’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which provides an additional $7.5 billion over five years for the program to help meet the strong demand to help projects get moving across the country. &nbsp;“We are proud to support so many outstanding infrastructure projects in communities large and small, modernizing America’s transportation systems to make them safer, more affordable, more accessible, and more sustainable,” Buttigieg said.&nbsp;“Using funds from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, this year we are supporting more projects than ever before.” &nbsp;Projects were evaluated on several criteria, including safety, environmental sustainability, quality of life, economic competitiveness and opportunity, partnership and collaboration, innovation, state of good repair, and mobility and community connectivity. Within these areas, the Department considered how projects will improve accessibility for all travelers, bolster supply chain efficiency, and support racial equity and economic growth – especially in historically disadvantaged communities and areas of persistent poverty. &nbsp;In Kansas, the following projects will benefit from RAISE awards:&nbsp;Old Smoky Hill River Bridge Replacement&nbsp;– The City of Salina will receive $22.1 million to replace seven bridges over the Old Smoky Hill River, construct approximately 3.4 miles of multi-use accessible trails, improve seven pedestrian crossings, improve three railroad-pedestrian crossings, and install trail lighting. In addition, the project will construct a new, multi-modal hub, three pedestrian bridges, two new electric vehicle charging stations, a pedestrian underpass, a pedestrian boardwalk, and five new recreational boat launches. The new bridges will improve mobility, reduce congestion, and reconnect the City of Salina's underserved, neighborhoods to recreational features. The project also upgrades river channel culverts that are currently prone to flooding.  Flint Hills Trail: Connecting Communities, Cultures, and Landscapes&nbsp;– The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks will receive $24.8 to construct approximately 40-miles of the Flint Hills Trail in Kansas, nearly completing this 118-mile linear park "rail-trail." The project includes drainage improvements, pipes, culverts, bridges, base improvements, limestone surfacing, fences, gates, bollards, safety improvements and signage. The trail will offer an alternative to driving as well as provide outdoor recreation opportunities in a rural area that is currently fragmented with very few public outdoor recreational areas. There is also opportunity for the project to boost recreation and nature tourism, as evidenced by establishment of ten new businesses related to the trail in the past three years. Planning efforts have considered inputs from the communities being served through four workshops, and the trail will use inclusive interpretative signage and storytelling strategies that portray history and respect the Kaw Nation.&nbsp;

Salina to receive federal RAISE funds to replace 7 bridges

MANHATTAN — A quartet of students from the&nbsp;<a href="https://are-cns.k-state.edu/" target="_blank">GE Johnson Department of Architectural Engineering and Construction Science</a>&nbsp;received scholarships for the upcoming 2022-2023 academic year from the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers, or ASHRAE. Levi Johnson, senior,&nbsp;Salina, and Caden Stirtz, senior, and Graysen Yahne, sophomore, both from&nbsp;Liberty, Missouri, all received an ASHRAE Society Scholarship of $5,000. Noah Turner, junior,&nbsp;Shawnee, received a $3,000 award. All four students are majoring in architectural engineering. No other school had more than two ASHRAE Society Scholarship winners. "ASHRAE, as well as other professional organizations, understand the importance of attracting and retaining top students to the building design and construction industry," said Julia Keen, Bob and Betty Tointon engineering chair and professor of architectural engineering and construction science. "ASHRAE has made it a priority to help students pursue the path of higher education through their continued development of endowed scholarships. K-State architectural engineering students have been very successful in securing these awards because of their commitment to the industry shown through their involvement in the student branch chapter and interaction with ASHRAE members at the local and society level." Through its scholarships, ASHRAE seeks to motivate students and prospective students worldwide to pursue an engineering or technology career in the heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigerating field, part of the science, technology, engineering and mathematics industry. The program also serves the public interest by aiding in the education of men and women to become qualified to practice as engineers in heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigerating. Over the last 30 years, ASHRAE has awarded more than $2.25 million to more than 400 deserving students.&nbsp; &nbsp;

MANHATTAN — A quartet of students from the&nbsp;<a href="https://are-cns.k-state.edu/" target="_blank">GE Johnson Department of Architectural Engineering and Construction Science</a>&nbsp;received scholarships for the upcoming 2022-2023 academic year from the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers, or ASHRAE. Levi Johnson, senior,&nbsp;Salina, and Caden Stirtz, senior, and Graysen Yahne, sophomore, both from&nbsp;Liberty, Missouri, all received an ASHRAE Society Scholarship of $5,000. Noah Turner, junior,&nbsp;Shawnee, received a $3,000 award. All four students are majoring in architectural engineering. No other school had more than two ASHRAE Society Scholarship winners. "ASHRAE, as well as other professional organizations, understand the importance of attracting and retaining top students to the building design and construction industry," said Julia Keen, Bob and Betty Tointon engineering chair and professor of architectural engineering and construction science. "ASHRAE has made it a priority to help students pursue the path of higher education through their continued development of endowed scholarships. K-State architectural engineering students have been very successful in securing these awards because of their commitment to the industry shown through their involvement in the student branch chapter and interaction with ASHRAE members at the local and society level." Through its scholarships, ASHRAE seeks to motivate students and prospective students worldwide to pursue an engineering or technology career in the heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigerating field, part of the science, technology, engineering and mathematics industry. The program also serves the public interest by aiding in the education of men and women to become qualified to practice as engineers in heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigerating. Over the last 30 years, ASHRAE has awarded more than $2.25 million to more than 400 deserving students.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Salina's Johnson, others receive ASHRAE scholarships at K-State

By KATHY HAGEMAN Dickinson County public information coordinator

New moms and moms-to-be living in Dickinson County are invited to attend the fourth annual Community Baby Shower, back after a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The baby shower is scheduled from 5 to 7 p.m. Aug. 25 in Sterl Hall. Registration begins at 4:30 p.m. The event is only open to pregnant women and post-partum women who have delivered by June 1 or later.

“The goal of the event is to help bring awareness to pregnant and postpartum women, as well as their families and support systems, about the services that are available to them as an individual or as a family, be it transportation services, early childhood services or whatever,” explained Dickinson County Health Department Deputy Director Brenda Weaver, RN.

“I think there’s a lack of knowledge of what services are available,” she added.

Typically, the event attracts about 50 to 60 expectant and new moms, along with their spouses, friends and others.

Sixteen vendors, representing groups and organizations from Dickinson County and also from the region and across the state, are scheduled to attend.

The new moms and pregnant women are asked to register, making them eligible to collect tickets from the vendors to be used for gift basket drawings.

“While the registering is going on, people can help themselves to food, cake and drinks while waiting for the event to start,” Weaver said.

The baby shower begins with introductory remarks, followed by representatives from some of the various agencies presenting information about the services they offer. Afterwards, new moms and pregnant women can visit the vendors who interest them for tickets to be used in the drawing for gift baskets. Typically, the gifts may include a crib, glider rocker and a breast pump.

“We will also be offering “cocoon” Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), a strategy that protects newborns by vaccinating their close contacts against pertussis with the Tdap vaccine. Close contacts include parents, siblings, grandparents, other family members, family friends, child care providers and healthcare staff.

“The cocoon Tdap is specifically geared towards the caregivers other than the mom. We usually have a few people who get that vaccination that night,” Weaver said. “I feel like with our vaccination efforts we are being proactive by vaccinating those around infants and small children and minimizing the incidents.”

This year’s event is sponsored by the Dickinson County Health Department through funds provided by the Maternal Child Health Block Grant. West’s Country Mart is donating the cake, Weaver said.

Vendors planning to attend include: The Abilene Public Library, Auburn Pharmacy, Central Kansas Mental Health, Dickinson County Health Department - HD/WIC, Safe Kids Dickinson County/EMS, Heartland Early Education, KS Quitline, Heartland Health Care Clinic, K-State Research and Extension, MomLife, Neighbor 2 Neighbor, OCCK/Infant Toddler Services, Parents as Teachers, Quality of Life Coalition and Riley County Child Care Licensing.

Anyone interested in learning more about the Community Baby Shower and/or other services offered by the Dickinson County Health Department should call the health department at (785) 263-4179.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1660180302368.jpeg" alt="More than 50 new and expectant mothers attended the 2019 Community Baby Shower. After a two-year break due to COVID-19, the annual event returns to Sterl Hall on Aug. 25.&nbsp;Photo courtesy Dickinson County Health Department" />
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 </figure>By KATHY HAGEMAN Dickinson County public information coordinatorNew moms and moms-to-be living in Dickinson County are invited to attend the fourth annual Community Baby Shower, back after a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.The baby shower is scheduled from 5 to 7 p.m. Aug. 25 in Sterl Hall. Registration begins at 4:30 p.m. The event is only open to pregnant women and post-partum women who have delivered by June 1 or later.“The goal of the event is to help bring awareness to pregnant and postpartum women, as well as their families and support systems, about the services that are available to them as an individual or as a family, be it transportation services, early childhood services or whatever,” explained Dickinson County Health Department Deputy Director Brenda Weaver, RN.“I think there’s a lack of knowledge of what services are available,” she added.Typically, the event attracts about 50 to 60 expectant and new moms, along with their spouses, friends and others.Sixteen vendors, representing groups and organizations from Dickinson County and also from the region and across the state, are scheduled to attend.The new moms and pregnant women are asked to register, making them eligible to collect tickets from the vendors to be used for gift basket drawings.“While the registering is going on, people can help themselves to food, cake and drinks while waiting for the event to start,” Weaver said.The baby shower begins with introductory remarks, followed by representatives from some of the various agencies presenting information about the services they offer. Afterwards, new moms and pregnant women can visit the vendors who interest them for tickets to be used in the drawing for gift baskets. Typically, the gifts may include a crib, glider rocker and a breast pump.“We will also be offering “cocoon” Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), a strategy that protects newborns by vaccinating their close contacts against pertussis with the Tdap vaccine. Close contacts include parents, siblings, grandparents, other family members, family friends, child care providers and healthcare staff.“The cocoon Tdap is specifically geared towards the caregivers other than the mom. We usually have a few people who get that vaccination that night,” Weaver said. “I feel like with our vaccination efforts we are being proactive by vaccinating those around infants and small children and minimizing the incidents.”This year’s event is sponsored by the Dickinson County Health Department through funds provided by the Maternal Child Health Block Grant. West’s Country Mart is donating the cake, Weaver said.Vendors planning to attend include: The Abilene Public Library, Auburn Pharmacy, Central Kansas Mental Health, Dickinson County Health Department - HD/WIC, Safe Kids Dickinson County/EMS, Heartland Early Education, KS Quitline, Heartland Health Care Clinic, K-State Research and Extension, MomLife, Neighbor 2 Neighbor, OCCK/Infant Toddler Services, Parents as Teachers, Quality of Life Coalition and Riley County Child Care Licensing.Anyone interested in learning more about the Community Baby Shower and/or other services offered by the Dickinson County Health Department should call the health department at (785) 263-4179.<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/2c47aafe-6064-4b7c-88ca-bfdae4509967">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the weekday Salina Post email news update.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dickinson County Community Baby Shower returns after 2-year hiatus

Today is Thursday, Aug. 11, the 223rd day of 2022. There are 142 days left in the year.

On Aug. 11, 1997, President Bill Clinton made the first use of the historic line-item veto, rejecting three items in spending and tax bills. (However, the U.S. Supreme Court later struck down the veto as unconstitutional.)

In 1860, the nation's first successful silver mill began operation near Virginia City, Nevada.

In 1919, Germany's Weimar Constitution was signed by President Friedrich Ebert.

In 1934, the first federal prisoners arrived at Alcatraz Island (a former military prison) in San Francisco Bay.

In 1949, President Harry S. Truman nominated General Omar N. Bradley to become the first chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

In 1952, Hussein bin Talal was proclaimed King of Jordan, beginning a reign lasting nearly 47 years.

In 1956, abstract painter Jackson Pollock, 44, died in an automobile accident on Long Island, New York.

In 1965, rioting and looting that claimed 34 lives broke out in the predominantly Black Watts section of Los Angeles.

In 1992, the Mall of America, the nation's largest shopping-entertainment center, opened in Bloomington, Minnesota.

In 1993, President Bill Clinton named Army Gen. John Shalikashvili to be the new chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, succeeding the retiring Gen. Colin Powell.

In 2014, Academy Award-winning actor and comedian Robin Williams, 63, died in Tiburon, California, a suicide.

In 2016, the Obama administration said it had decided marijuana would remain on the list of most dangerous drugs, rebuffing growing support across the country for broad legalization, but said it would allow more research into its medical uses.

In 2020, Democrat Joe Biden named California Sen. Kamala Harris as his running mate; Harris was the first Black woman on a major party's presidential ticket. The newly elected district attorney in Portland, Oregon, said he would not prosecute people arrested on non-violent misdemeanor charges during protests.

Ten years ago: Republican presidential contender Mitt Romney announced his choice of Rep. Paul Ryan of Wisconsin to be his running mate. Usain Bolt capped his perfect London Olympics by leading Jamaica to victory in a world-record 36.84 seconds in the 4x100 meters. Allyson Felix won her third gold medal as the Americans rolled to an easy victory in the women's 4x400 relay.

Five years ago: A federal judge ordered Charlottesville, Virginia, to allow a weekend rally of white nationalists and other extremists to take place at its originally-planned location downtown. (Violence erupted at the rally, and a woman was killed when a man plowed his car into a group of counterprotesters.) President Donald Trump unleashed fresh threats against North Korea, warning Kim Jong Un that he "will regret it fast" if he takes any action against U.S. territories or allies. Two passenger trains collided outside Egypt's port city of Alexandria, killing 43 people.

One year ago: The Taliban seized three more Afghan provincial capitals and a local army headquarters, completing a blitz across the country's northeast. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention urged all pregnant women to get the COVID-19 vaccine as hospitals in hot spots around the U.S. saw disturbing numbers of unvaccinated mothers-to-be seriously ill with the virus. California's largest single wildfire in recorded history continued to grow after destroying more than 1,000 buildings, nearly half of them homes, in the northern Sierra Nevada.

Today's Birthdays: Songwriter-producer Kenny Gamble is 79. Rock musician Jim Kale (Guess Who) is 79. Magazine columnist Marilyn Vos Savant is 76. Country singer John Conlee is 76. Singer Eric Carmen is 73. Computer scientist and Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak is 72. Wrestler-actor Hulk Hogan is 69. Singer Joe Jackson is 68. Playwright David Henry Hwang is 65. Actor Miguel A. Nunez Jr. is 63. Actor Viola Davis is 57. Actor Embeth Davidtz is 57. Actor Duane Martin is 57. Actor-host Joe Rogan is 55. R&amp;B musician Chris Dave is 54. Actor Anna Gunn is 54. Actor Ashley Jensen is 54. Actor Sophie Okonedo is 54. Rock guitarist Charlie Sexton is 54. Hip-hop artist Ali Shaheed Muhammad is 52. Actor Nigel Harman is 49. Actor Will Friedle is 46. Rock singer Ben Gibbard is 46. Actor Rob Kerkovich is 43. Actor Merritt Wever is 42. Actor Chris Hemsworth is 39. Rock musician Heath Fogg (Alabama Shakes) is 38. Rapper Asher Roth is 37. Actor Alyson Stoner is 29.

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 </figure>By THE ASSOCIATED PRESSToday is Thursday, Aug. 11, the 223rd day of 2022. There are 142 days left in the year.Today's Highlight in History:On Aug. 11, 1997, President Bill Clinton made the first use of the historic line-item veto, rejecting three items in spending and tax bills. (However, the U.S. Supreme Court later struck down the veto as unconstitutional.)On this date:In 1860, the nation's first successful silver mill began operation near Virginia City, Nevada.In 1919, Germany's Weimar Constitution was signed by President Friedrich Ebert.In 1934, the first federal prisoners arrived at Alcatraz Island (a former military prison) in San Francisco Bay.In 1949, President Harry S. Truman nominated General Omar N. Bradley to become the first chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.In 1952, Hussein bin Talal was proclaimed King of Jordan, beginning a reign lasting nearly 47 years.In 1956, abstract painter Jackson Pollock, 44, died in an automobile accident on Long Island, New York.In 1965, rioting and looting that claimed 34 lives broke out in the predominantly Black Watts section of Los Angeles.In 1992, the Mall of America, the nation's largest shopping-entertainment center, opened in Bloomington, Minnesota.In 1993, President Bill Clinton named Army Gen. John Shalikashvili to be the new chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, succeeding the retiring Gen. Colin Powell.In 2014, Academy Award-winning actor and comedian Robin Williams, 63, died in Tiburon, California, a suicide.In 2016, the Obama administration said it had decided marijuana would remain on the list of most dangerous drugs, rebuffing growing support across the country for broad legalization, but said it would allow more research into its medical uses.In 2020, Democrat Joe Biden named California Sen. Kamala Harris as his running mate; Harris was the first Black woman on a major party's presidential ticket. The newly elected district attorney in Portland, Oregon, said he would not prosecute people arrested on non-violent misdemeanor charges during protests.Ten years ago: Republican presidential contender Mitt Romney announced his choice of Rep. Paul Ryan of Wisconsin to be his running mate. Usain Bolt capped his perfect London Olympics by leading Jamaica to victory in a world-record 36.84 seconds in the 4x100 meters. Allyson Felix won her third gold medal as the Americans rolled to an easy victory in the women's 4x400 relay.Five years ago: A federal judge ordered Charlottesville, Virginia, to allow a weekend rally of white nationalists and other extremists to take place at its originally-planned location downtown. (Violence erupted at the rally, and a woman was killed when a man plowed his car into a group of counterprotesters.) President Donald Trump unleashed fresh threats against North Korea, warning Kim Jong Un that he "will regret it fast" if he takes any action against U.S. territories or allies. Two passenger trains collided outside Egypt's port city of Alexandria, killing 43 people.One year ago: The Taliban seized three more Afghan provincial capitals and a local army headquarters, completing a blitz across the country's northeast. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention urged all pregnant women to get the COVID-19 vaccine as hospitals in hot spots around the U.S. saw disturbing numbers of unvaccinated mothers-to-be seriously ill with the virus. California's largest single wildfire in recorded history continued to grow after destroying more than 1,000 buildings, nearly half of them homes, in the northern Sierra Nevada.Today's Birthdays: Songwriter-producer Kenny Gamble is 79. Rock musician Jim Kale (Guess Who) is 79. Magazine columnist Marilyn Vos Savant is 76. Country singer John Conlee is 76. Singer Eric Carmen is 73. Computer scientist and Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak is 72. Wrestler-actor Hulk Hogan is 69. Singer Joe Jackson is 68. Playwright David Henry Hwang is 65. Actor Miguel A. Nunez Jr. is 63. Actor Viola Davis is 57. Actor Embeth Davidtz is 57. Actor Duane Martin is 57. Actor-host Joe Rogan is 55. R&amp;B musician Chris Dave is 54. Actor Anna Gunn is 54. Actor Ashley Jensen is 54. Actor Sophie Okonedo is 54. Rock guitarist Charlie Sexton is 54. Hip-hop artist Ali Shaheed Muhammad is 52. Actor Nigel Harman is 49. Actor Will Friedle is 46. Rock singer Ben Gibbard is 46. Actor Rob Kerkovich is 43. Actor Merritt Wever is 42. Actor Chris Hemsworth is 39. Rock musician Heath Fogg (Alabama Shakes) is 38. Rapper Asher Roth is 37. Actor Alyson Stoner is 29.

Today in History - August 11

By JOSEPH FERRARI Federal Trade Commission

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has been getting reports of people getting letters in the mail from a law firm. They are, they say, looking for the heir of a multi-million-dollar inheritance. And they think it might be you. (Spoiler alert: it’s not.)

Here’s what they offer: they’ll split the inheritance between you, their law firm, and some charities. One other thing: they say you have to keep this information secret and reach out to them by email — immediately.

So what’s really happening? This is not a lawyer — it’s a scammer. And if you email them, they’ll probably try to get your personal information, like your Social Security or bank account numbers, your money — or both. And that inheritance? It doesn’t exist.

Here’s what to do if you get one of these letters:

●Don’t respond. Keep your money — and your information — to yourself. Never send money or information to a stranger who promises big rewards. That’s always a scam.

●Pass this information on to a friend. You probably throw away these kinds of letters. But you probably know someone who could use a friendly reminder.

●Report it&nbsp;to the FTC at&nbsp;<a href="http://ReportFraud.ftc.gov">ReportFraud.ftc.gov</a>.

Want to stay on top of the latest scams? Get the FTC’s Consumer Alerts delivered to your email inbox. Sign up:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ftc.gov/ConsumerAlerts">ftc.gov/ConsumerAlerts</a>.

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 </figure>By JOSEPH FERRARI Federal Trade CommissionThe Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has been getting reports of people getting letters in the mail from a law firm. They are, they say, looking for the heir of a multi-million-dollar inheritance. And they think it might be you. (Spoiler alert: it’s not.)Here’s what they offer: they’ll split the inheritance between you, their law firm, and some charities. One other thing: they say you have to keep this information secret and reach out to them by email — immediately.So what’s really happening? This is not a lawyer — it’s a scammer. And if you email them, they’ll probably try to get your personal information, like your Social Security or bank account numbers, your money — or both. And that inheritance? It doesn’t exist.Here’s what to do if you get one of these letters:●Don’t respond. Keep your money — and your information — to yourself. Never send money or information to a stranger who promises big rewards. That’s always a scam.●Pass this information on to a friend. You probably throw away these kinds of letters. But you probably know someone who could use a friendly reminder.●Report it&nbsp;to the FTC at&nbsp;<a href="http://ReportFraud.ftc.gov">ReportFraud.ftc.gov</a>.Want to stay on top of the latest scams? Get the FTC’s Consumer Alerts delivered to your email inbox. Sign up:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ftc.gov/ConsumerAlerts">ftc.gov/ConsumerAlerts</a>.<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/2c47aafe-6064-4b7c-88ca-bfdae4509967">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the weekday Salina Post email news update.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Contacted about a long-lost relative’s inheritance? Hold on a minute

Hot and dry conditions will continue for the next few days with highs generally in the 95- to 100-degree range.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceHot and dry conditions will continue for the next few days with highs generally in the 95- to 100-degree range.<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/2c47aafe-6064-4b7c-88ca-bfdae4509967">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the weekday Salina Post email news update.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Hot, dry weather to continue into weekend

Click&nbsp;<a href="https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=7c09ab04-f576-4f5a-bdb8-f914cdd1f344&amp;ccId=19000101_000001&amp;jobId=444991&amp;lang=en_US&amp;source=EN">HERE</a>&nbsp;to learn more or apply.

Do you want to be part of creating a better experience where you live, work and play? Why not grow with a company where you are not just an employee, but where you can be an owner?

The Salina Media Center at Eagle Communications is seeking an on-air news director to help grow our newsgathering and publishing operations for our local radio properties and market-leading news site. We are looking for a journalist who understands and loves the local relationship with — and responsibility to — their community and audience.

This position will be an integral part of the day-to-day newsgathering operations for the Salina coverage area for our three radio stations and SalinaPost.com. Collaboration is key at Eagle, and the on-air news director will work closely with the digital news director, market manager, marketing consultants, programmers and the video team.

Responsibilities: •&nbsp; &nbsp; Ensure reliable coverage of Salina-area local news, sports and community events •&nbsp; &nbsp; Guide and promote creativity and good programming practices with on-air and digital peers •&nbsp; &nbsp; Broadcast news coverage •&nbsp; &nbsp; Publish text, visual and audio content to SalinaPost.com •&nbsp; &nbsp; Help maintain a growing social media presence

Experience: •&nbsp; &nbsp; News writing and on-air experience preferred. Photography and video skills a plus •&nbsp; &nbsp; Knowledge of social media platforms and ability to learn Eagle’s proprietary content management system •&nbsp; &nbsp; Knowledge of radio production preferred •&nbsp; &nbsp; Excellent communication skills

Compensation: Compensation is commensurate with experience along with a competitive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), paid vacation and Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

Other Information: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The selected candidate will be required to pass a criminal history background check and motor vehicle check. Eagle Communications is an Employee-Owned company and an EEO employer.

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 </figure>Click&nbsp;<a href="https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=7c09ab04-f576-4f5a-bdb8-f914cdd1f344&amp;ccId=19000101_000001&amp;jobId=444991&amp;lang=en_US&amp;source=EN">HERE</a>&nbsp;to learn more or apply.Do you want to be part of creating a better experience where you live, work and play? Why not grow with a company where you are not just an employee, but where you can be an owner?The Salina Media Center at Eagle Communications is seeking an on-air news director to help grow our newsgathering and publishing operations for our local radio properties and market-leading news site. We are looking for a journalist who understands and loves the local relationship with — and responsibility to — their community and audience.This position will be an integral part of the day-to-day newsgathering operations for the Salina coverage area for our three radio stations and SalinaPost.com. Collaboration is key at Eagle, and the on-air news director will work closely with the digital news director, market manager, marketing consultants, programmers and the video team.Responsibilities: •&nbsp; &nbsp; Ensure reliable coverage of Salina-area local news, sports and community events •&nbsp; &nbsp; Guide and promote creativity and good programming practices with on-air and digital peers •&nbsp; &nbsp; Broadcast news coverage •&nbsp; &nbsp; Publish text, visual and audio content to SalinaPost.com •&nbsp; &nbsp; Help maintain a growing social media presenceExperience: •&nbsp; &nbsp; News writing and on-air experience preferred. Photography and video skills a plus •&nbsp; &nbsp; Knowledge of social media platforms and ability to learn Eagle’s proprietary content management system •&nbsp; &nbsp; Knowledge of radio production preferred •&nbsp; &nbsp; Excellent communication skillsCompensation: Compensation is commensurate with experience along with a competitive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), paid vacation and Employee Stock Ownership Plan.Other Information: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The selected candidate will be required to pass a criminal history background check and motor vehicle check. Eagle Communications is an Employee-Owned company and an EEO employer.Click&nbsp;<a href="https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=7c09ab04-f576-4f5a-bdb8-f914cdd1f344&amp;ccId=19000101_000001&amp;jobId=444991&amp;lang=en_US&amp;source=EN">HERE</a>&nbsp;to learn more or apply.

Eagle Radio / Salina Post seeks on-air news director

RNR (Revenue Neutral Rate) notices will start arriving in Saline County residents' mailboxes today.

"The revenue neutral rate is the tax rate for next year that would give the taxing entity the same dollar amount of property tax revenue that was collected this year without adjusting for inflation," explained Jamie Doss, Saline County Clerk. "Since property valuations usually go up each year, the RNR tends to be lower each year."

RNR Notices are mailed out to citizens each August to provide residents with information on specific property values and taxes, as well as notification of the dates, times, and locations for upcoming public hearings for taxing subdivisions that plan to exceed the RNR. Every taxing entity with a budget of over $199 has a yearly hearing; however, only those who plan to exceed the RNR will have the time and date of their hearing listed on the notice.

While the County Clerk receives information on how much each jurisdiction plans to levy, Saline County cannot speak to why they have made that decision. Please direct any questions about an individual jurisdiction's budget to their offices.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Saline County is one of the entities preparing to exceed the RNR. For the County Commission, this decision is driven by inflationary increases in supplies and the desire to maintain competitive salaries in the current hiring environment.

The county’s hearing will occur on Aug. 23. You can access detailed budget information at the link below.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.saline.org/Departments/County-Administrator#53239-budget-documents">Saline County Budget</a>

Saline CountyRNR (Revenue Neutral Rate) notices will start arriving in Saline County residents' mailboxes today. "The revenue neutral rate is the tax rate for next year that would give the taxing entity the same dollar amount of property tax revenue that was collected this year without adjusting for inflation," explained Jamie Doss, Saline County Clerk. "Since property valuations usually go up each year, the RNR tends to be lower each year." RNR Notices are mailed out to citizens each August to provide residents with information on specific property values and taxes, as well as notification of the dates, times, and locations for upcoming public hearings for taxing subdivisions that plan to exceed the RNR. Every taxing entity with a budget of over $199 has a yearly hearing; however, only those who plan to exceed the RNR will have the time and date of their hearing listed on the notice. While the County Clerk receives information on how much each jurisdiction plans to levy, Saline County cannot speak to why they have made that decision. Please direct any questions about an individual jurisdiction's budget to their offices.&nbsp;&nbsp;Saline County is one of the entities preparing to exceed the RNR. For the County Commission, this decision is driven by inflationary increases in supplies and the desire to maintain competitive salaries in the current hiring environment. The county’s hearing will occur on Aug. 23. You can access detailed budget information at the link below.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.saline.org/Departments/County-Administrator#53239-budget-documents">Saline County Budget</a><a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/2c47aafe-6064-4b7c-88ca-bfdae4509967">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the weekday Salina Post email news update.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Saline County residents to begin receiving RNR notices today

The Battle of the Badges blood drive in Salina is coming up later this month, but you still have time to scheduled an appointment. 

The friendly competition among Salina first responders to promote blood donations is scheduled for noon to 6:30 p.m. Aug. 29-30 and 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 31 in the multi-purpose room at Sunrise Presbyterian Church, 825 E. Beloit Avenue.

To schedule an appointment, call 1-800-733-2767 or visit <a href="http://redcrossblood.org">redcrossblood.org</a> and enter Salina.

You also can streamline your donation experience and save up to 15 minutes by visiting <a href="http://redcrossblood.org/rapidpass">redcrossblood.org/rapidpass</a> to complete your pre-donation reading and health history questions on the day of your appointment.

By SALINA POSTThe Battle of the Badges blood drive in Salina is coming up later this month, but you still have time to scheduled an appointment. The friendly competition among Salina first responders to promote blood donations is scheduled for noon to 6:30 p.m. Aug. 29-30 and 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 31 in the multi-purpose room at Sunrise Presbyterian Church, 825 E. Beloit Avenue.To schedule an appointment, call 1-800-733-2767 or visit <a href="http://redcrossblood.org">redcrossblood.org</a> and enter Salina.You also can streamline your donation experience and save up to 15 minutes by visiting <a href="http://redcrossblood.org/rapidpass">redcrossblood.org/rapidpass</a> to complete your pre-donation reading and health history questions on the day of your appointment.<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/2c47aafe-6064-4b7c-88ca-bfdae4509967">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the weekday Salina Post email news update.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Salina Battle of the Badges blood drive later this month

Lifetime Dental Care in Hays is hiring a Registered Dental Hygienist. Our Dental Hygienists are considered the primary patient educators of the practice, helping patients learn how their oral health impacts their overall health and what steps they can take to improve it. You will work in partnership with our Dentists and other teammates to educate patients on problems that you see, the potential consequences if the problems are left untreated, and the solutions that our Doctor’s propose. You will also complete oral wellness appointments for new, recare, emergency, and periodontal patients. Our vision is to inspire health, vitality, and longevity in a fun-loving environment to create life-changing results for our patients making this a great opportunity for a Hygienist who loves to serve patients and create value.

These lists are not all-inclusive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

·Update patients’ medical history, record blood pressure, uncover any new conditions, etc.

·Perform a comprehensive periodontal evaluation including probe depths, bleeding points, recessions, mobility, furcation, etc.

·Perform routine treatment procedures such as x-rays, applications of sealants and fluorides, and related procedures.

·Perform oral prophylaxis, polish, and educate patients on home care instructions.

·Perform periodontal treatment on all patients as needed based on “Standards of Care” guidelines.

·Work with the Doctor to enter treatment plan into the practice management software.

·Record complete appointment notes into the practice management software.

This job operates in a medical/clinical environment, which will require HIPAA/OSHA training. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The employee frequently is required to talk and hear; stand for long periods of time; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to blood and blood-borne pathogens and/or physical risks, which will require OSHA training.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

Part-time/Full-time position. Business hours: Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Occasionally work is expected outside of these hours, for example continuing education and to meet minimum working days, etc.

Travel is expected for this position on a limited basis for continuing education.

Required Education, Experience, Qualifications

·Associate degree from accredited dental hygiene program

·Knowledge and understanding of dental procedures, terminology, and techniques

·Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers

Preferred Education and Experience

·Bachelor’s degree from accredited dental hygiene program

·Experience with Eaglesoft and Perio Protect a plus.

Competitive hourly rate + bonus program, BCBS health insurance(Full-time), dental benefits for employee and family, paid uniforms, assistance with continued education, Aflac participation options, paid time off, paid holidays.

Learn all about our team and the services we provide for patients at&nbsp;<a href="http://lifetimedentalcare.com/">lifetimedentalcare.com</a>.

Please contact Amanda for additional information or e-mail resumes to:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:amanda@lifetimedentalcare.com">amanda@lifetimedentalcare.com</a>

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 </figure>Lifetime Dental Care in Hays is hiring a Registered Dental Hygienist. Our Dental Hygienists are considered the primary patient educators of the practice, helping patients learn how their oral health impacts their overall health and what steps they can take to improve it. You will work in partnership with our Dentists and other teammates to educate patients on problems that you see, the potential consequences if the problems are left untreated, and the solutions that our Doctor’s propose. You will also complete oral wellness appointments for new, recare, emergency, and periodontal patients. Our vision is to inspire health, vitality, and longevity in a fun-loving environment to create life-changing results for our patients making this a great opportunity for a Hygienist who loves to serve patients and create value.Essential FunctionsThese lists are not all-inclusive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.·Update patients’ medical history, record blood pressure, uncover any new conditions, etc.·Perform a comprehensive periodontal evaluation including probe depths, bleeding points, recessions, mobility, furcation, etc.·Perform routine treatment procedures such as x-rays, applications of sealants and fluorides, and related procedures.·Perform oral prophylaxis, polish, and educate patients on home care instructions.·Perform periodontal treatment on all patients as needed based on “Standards of Care” guidelines.·Work with the Doctor to enter treatment plan into the practice management software.·Record complete appointment notes into the practice management software.Work EnvironmentThis job operates in a medical/clinical environment, which will require HIPAA/OSHA training. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.The employee frequently is required to talk and hear; stand for long periods of time; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to blood and blood-borne pathogens and/or physical risks, which will require OSHA training.Position Type and Expected Hours of WorkPart-time/Full-time position. Business hours: Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Occasionally work is expected outside of these hours, for example continuing education and to meet minimum working days, etc.TravelTravel is expected for this position on a limited basis for continuing education.Required Education, Experience, Qualifications·Associate degree from accredited dental hygiene program·Knowledge and understanding of dental procedures, terminology, and techniques·Valid Kansas RDH License·Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers·Nitrous Oxide CertificationPreferred Education and Experience·Bachelor’s degree from accredited dental hygiene program·Experience with Eaglesoft and Perio Protect a plus.Compensation and Benefits$36-$38 per hour$500 Sign on BonusCompetitive hourly rate + bonus program, BCBS health insurance(Full-time), dental benefits for employee and family, paid uniforms, assistance with continued education, Aflac participation options, paid time off, paid holidays.Learn all about our team and the services we provide for patients at&nbsp;<a href="http://lifetimedentalcare.com/">lifetimedentalcare.com</a>.Work Remotely• NoPlease contact Amanda for additional information or e-mail resumes to:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:amanda@lifetimedentalcare.com">amanda@lifetimedentalcare.com</a>

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