By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina Post

A Nebraska man got a rude awakening late Wednesday when the engine bay of his Peterbilt truck caught on fire.

Cole Schmidt, 23, of St. Helena, Neb., had pulled his 2006 Peterbilt that was hauling a cattle trailer over to an off ramp on U.S. Highway 81 near Kansas Highway 143 north of Salina. He got into the sleeper compartment and went to sleep. Shortly before midnight, Schmidt was awakened by smoke coming from a fire in the engine bay, Saline County Sheriff Roger Soldan said this morning. 

Schmidt grabbed a fire extinguisher and was able to put out part of the fire. Firefighters from Rural Fire District 7 then extinguished the blaze.

No cattle were injured. The cattle trailer was towed to Farmers &amp; Ranchers Livestock at Salina, Soldan said.

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostA Nebraska man got a rude awakening late Wednesday when the engine bay of his Peterbilt truck caught on fire.Cole Schmidt, 23, of St. Helena, Neb., had pulled his 2006 Peterbilt that was hauling a cattle trailer over to an off ramp on U.S. Highway 81 near Kansas Highway 143 north of Salina. He got into the sleeper compartment and went to sleep. Shortly before midnight, Schmidt was awakened by smoke coming from a fire in the engine bay, Saline County Sheriff Roger Soldan said this morning. Schmidt grabbed a fire extinguisher and was able to put out part of the fire. Firefighters from Rural Fire District 7 then extinguished the blaze.The Peterbilt had to be towed.No cattle were injured. The cattle trailer was towed to Farmers &amp; Ranchers Livestock at Salina, Soldan said.

Peterbilt catches fire north of Salina late Wednesday night

Due to the intense heat forecasted, Rolling Hills Zoo will be closing at 2 p.m. on Friday.  We hope everyone stays safe and we will look forward to seeing our guests this weekend when the temperatures go down.&nbsp;

Rolling Hills ZooDue to the intense heat forecasted, Rolling Hills Zoo will be closing at 2 p.m. on Friday. We hope everyone stays safe and we will look forward to seeing our guests this weekend when the temperatures go down.&nbsp;

Rolling Hills Zoo closing early Friday due to heat

The Salina USD 305 Board of Education and NEA-Salina reached an agreement in their contract negotiations for the 2022-2023 school year.&nbsp; 

Contract changes for next year include: ●Salary Schedule Changes: $700 increase to the base salary, plus step and movement

●Increase in the liquidated damages amount assessed to those who resign between June 1 – June 30

●The addition of coaching positions for ESports and Unified Bowling to the Supplemental Salary Schedule

●Modifications to leave rules on days involving mandatory attendance

●Increased special salary provision for School Psychologists

●Modifications to the procedure for employee-requested internal transfers

●Changes to attendance requirements for work days

●Amendments to school safety provision

●Change in nomenclature from Teacher to Professional Employee Next steps will be for the Association to ratify by majority vote and for approval consideration by the Board of Education at its next regular board meeting in July.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>USD 305The Salina USD 305 Board of Education and NEA-Salina reached an agreement in their contract negotiations for the 2022-2023 school year.&nbsp; Contract changes for next year include: ●Salary Schedule Changes: $700 increase to the base salary, plus step and movement ●Increase in the liquidated damages amount assessed to those who resign between June 1 – June 30 ●The addition of coaching positions for ESports and Unified Bowling to the Supplemental Salary Schedule ●Modifications to leave rules on days involving mandatory attendance ●Increased special salary provision for School Psychologists ●Modifications to the procedure for employee-requested internal transfers ●Changes to attendance requirements for work days ●Amendments to school safety provision ●Change in nomenclature from Teacher to Professional Employee Next steps will be for the Association to ratify by majority vote and for approval consideration by the Board of Education at its next regular board meeting in July.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Salina USD 305, NEA-Salina reach contract agreement

Today is Thursday, June 23, the 174th day of 2022. There are 191 days left in the year.

On June 23, 1888, abolitionist Frederick Douglass received one vote from the Kentucky delegation at the Republican convention in Chicago, effectively making him the first Black candidate to have his name placed in nomination for U.S. president. (The nomination went to Benjamin Harrison.)

In 1860, a congressional resolution authorized creation of the United States Government Printing Office, which opened the following year.

In 1931, aviators Wiley Post and Harold Gatty took off from New York on a round-the-world flight that lasted eight days and 15 hours.

In 1947, the Senate joined the House in overriding President Harry S. Truman's veto of the Taft-Hartley Act, designed to limit the power of organized labor.

In 1956, Gamal Abdel Nasser was elected president of Egypt.

In 1967, President Lyndon B. Johnson, Soviet Premier Alexei Kosygin opened a three-day summit at Glassboro State College in New Jersey.

In 1969, Warren E. Burger was sworn in as chief justice of the United States by the man he was succeeding, Earl Warren.

In 1972, President Richard Nixon signed Title IX barring discrimination on the basis of sex for "any education program or activity receiving federal financial assistance." (On the same day, Nixon and White House chief of staff H.R. Haldeman discussed using the CIA to obstruct the FBI's Watergate investigation. Revelation of the tape recording of this conversation sparked Nixon's resignation in 1974.)

In 1985, all 329 people aboard an Air India Boeing 747 were killed when the plane crashed into the Atlantic Ocean near Ireland because of a bomb authorities believe was planted by Sikh separatists.

In 1994, the movie "Forrest Gump," starring Tom Hanks as a simple yet kindhearted soul and his serendipitous brushes with greatness, was released by Paramount Pictures.

In 1995, Dr. Jonas Salk, the medical pioneer who developed the first vaccine to halt the crippling rampage of polio, died in La Jolla (HOY'-ah), California, at age 80.

In 2016, Britain voted to leave the European Union after a bitterly divisive referendum campaign, toppling Prime Minister David Cameron, who had led the campaign to keep Britain in the EU.

In 2020, the Louisville police department fired an officer involved in the fatal shooting of Breonna Taylor more than three months earlier, saying Brett Hankison had shown "extreme indifference to the value of human life" when he fired ten rounds into Taylor's apartment. (A second officer was also fired; Hankison was found not guilty on charges that he endangered neighbors.)

Ten years ago: Syria and Turkey desperately sought to ease tensions following an incident in which Syria shot down a Turkish reconnaissance plane, saying the plane had entered its airspace. Ashton Eaton broke the world record in the decathlon, finishing with 9,039 points at the U.S. Olympic trials in Eugene, Oregon. (Eaton later surpassed his own record with 9,045 points at the 2015 Beijing world championships.)

Five years ago: President Donald Trump signed a bill making it easier for the Department of Veterans Affairs to fire employees, part of a push to overhaul an agency struggling to serve millions of military vets. California Gov. Jerry Brown blocked parole for Charles Manson follower and convicted killer Bruce Davis.

One year ago: A 49-year-old Indiana grandmother became the first person to be sentenced in the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol; Anna Morgan Lloyd was sentenced to probation and community service and had to pay $500 in restitution after pleading guilty to a single misdemeanor charge. A member of the Oath Keepers extremist group, Graydon Young, pleaded guilty in a conspiracy case stemming from the Jan. 6 attack, and agreed to cooperate with prosecutors. After 13 years of near silence in the conservatorship that controlled her life and money, pop star Britney Spears told a judge in Los Angeles that the conservatorship controlled by her father and others had made her feel demoralized and enslaved, and that it should come to an end. (The judge would agree to that request in November 2021.)

Today's Birthdays: Singer Diana Trask is 82. Actor Ted Shackelford is 76. Actor Bryan Brown is 75. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas is 74. Actor Jim Metzler is 71. "American Idol" ex-judge Randy Jackson is 66. Actor Frances McDormand is 65. Rock musician Steve Shelley (Sonic Youth) is 60. Writer-director Joss Whedon is 58. R&amp;B singer Chico DeBarge is 52. Actor Selma Blair is 50. Actor Joel Edgerton is 48. Rock singer KT Tunstall is 47. Actor Emmanuelle Vaugier is 46. Singer-songwriter Jason Mraz is 45. Football Hall of Famer LaDainian Tomlinson is 43. Actor Melissa Rauch is 42. Rock singer Duffy is 38. Country singer Katie Armiger is 31.

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 </figure>By THE ASSOCIATED PRESSToday is Thursday, June 23, the 174th day of 2022. There are 191 days left in the year.Today's Highlights in History:On June 23, 1888, abolitionist Frederick Douglass received one vote from the Kentucky delegation at the Republican convention in Chicago, effectively making him the first Black candidate to have his name placed in nomination for U.S. president. (The nomination went to Benjamin Harrison.)On this date:In 1860, a congressional resolution authorized creation of the United States Government Printing Office, which opened the following year.In 1931, aviators Wiley Post and Harold Gatty took off from New York on a round-the-world flight that lasted eight days and 15 hours.In 1947, the Senate joined the House in overriding President Harry S. Truman's veto of the Taft-Hartley Act, designed to limit the power of organized labor.In 1956, Gamal Abdel Nasser was elected president of Egypt.In 1967, President Lyndon B. Johnson, Soviet Premier Alexei Kosygin opened a three-day summit at Glassboro State College in New Jersey.In 1969, Warren E. Burger was sworn in as chief justice of the United States by the man he was succeeding, Earl Warren.In 1972, President Richard Nixon signed Title IX barring discrimination on the basis of sex for "any education program or activity receiving federal financial assistance." (On the same day, Nixon and White House chief of staff H.R. Haldeman discussed using the CIA to obstruct the FBI's Watergate investigation. Revelation of the tape recording of this conversation sparked Nixon's resignation in 1974.)In 1985, all 329 people aboard an Air India Boeing 747 were killed when the plane crashed into the Atlantic Ocean near Ireland because of a bomb authorities believe was planted by Sikh separatists.In 1994, the movie "Forrest Gump," starring Tom Hanks as a simple yet kindhearted soul and his serendipitous brushes with greatness, was released by Paramount Pictures.In 1995, Dr. Jonas Salk, the medical pioneer who developed the first vaccine to halt the crippling rampage of polio, died in La Jolla (HOY'-ah), California, at age 80.In 2016, Britain voted to leave the European Union after a bitterly divisive referendum campaign, toppling Prime Minister David Cameron, who had led the campaign to keep Britain in the EU.In 2020, the Louisville police department fired an officer involved in the fatal shooting of Breonna Taylor more than three months earlier, saying Brett Hankison had shown "extreme indifference to the value of human life" when he fired ten rounds into Taylor's apartment. (A second officer was also fired; Hankison was found not guilty on charges that he endangered neighbors.)Ten years ago: Syria and Turkey desperately sought to ease tensions following an incident in which Syria shot down a Turkish reconnaissance plane, saying the plane had entered its airspace. Ashton Eaton broke the world record in the decathlon, finishing with 9,039 points at the U.S. Olympic trials in Eugene, Oregon. (Eaton later surpassed his own record with 9,045 points at the 2015 Beijing world championships.)Five years ago: President Donald Trump signed a bill making it easier for the Department of Veterans Affairs to fire employees, part of a push to overhaul an agency struggling to serve millions of military vets. California Gov. Jerry Brown blocked parole for Charles Manson follower and convicted killer Bruce Davis.One year ago: A 49-year-old Indiana grandmother became the first person to be sentenced in the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol; Anna Morgan Lloyd was sentenced to probation and community service and had to pay $500 in restitution after pleading guilty to a single misdemeanor charge. A member of the Oath Keepers extremist group, Graydon Young, pleaded guilty in a conspiracy case stemming from the Jan. 6 attack, and agreed to cooperate with prosecutors. After 13 years of near silence in the conservatorship that controlled her life and money, pop star Britney Spears told a judge in Los Angeles that the conservatorship controlled by her father and others had made her feel demoralized and enslaved, and that it should come to an end. (The judge would agree to that request in November 2021.)Today's Birthdays: Singer Diana Trask is 82. Actor Ted Shackelford is 76. Actor Bryan Brown is 75. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas is 74. Actor Jim Metzler is 71. "American Idol" ex-judge Randy Jackson is 66. Actor Frances McDormand is 65. Rock musician Steve Shelley (Sonic Youth) is 60. Writer-director Joss Whedon is 58. R&amp;B singer Chico DeBarge is 52. Actor Selma Blair is 50. Actor Joel Edgerton is 48. Rock singer KT Tunstall is 47. Actor Emmanuelle Vaugier is 46. Singer-songwriter Jason Mraz is 45. Football Hall of Famer LaDainian Tomlinson is 43. Actor Melissa Rauch is 42. Rock singer Duffy is 38. Country singer Katie Armiger is 31.

Today in History - June 23

By DEREK NORRICK Director of Environmental Services

In efforts to assist in clean-up after the severe weather last night, the Dickinson County Transfer Station will allow residents of Dickinson County to dispose of tree limbs free of charge through July 2. Limbs will be accepted from 9 a.m.-4:45 p.m. Monday-Friday and 9 a.m.-12:45 p.m. on Saturday.

Disposal fees for tree limbs will become effective again on July 5. Currently, the fee is rated at $10 per load of limbs.

Please note that treated wood (e.g. plywood, particle board, 2x4’s) will not be accepted into our limb pile and will have to be disposed of as regular household waste. All treated wood must be cut into segments SHORTER than 6’ in length.

Household waste is accepted Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. There is a $10.00 fee for household waste loads weighing less than 400 lbs.

Any load weighing over 400 lbs. will be rated at $50.00/ton.

As a reminder, residents may dispose of household hazardous waste (e.g. paint, lithium batteries, pesticides, household cleaners), metal and e-waste free of charge year-round. We ask that these items be separated PRIOR to your arrival at the Transfer Station. Additionally, please have lumber detached from any metal you are disposing of.

Please note, the Transfer Station will be closed on July 4&nbsp; in observance of Independence Day.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. 

By DEREK NORRICK Director of Environmental ServicesIn efforts to assist in clean-up after the severe weather last night, the Dickinson County Transfer Station will allow residents of Dickinson County to dispose of tree limbs free of charge through July 2. Limbs will be accepted from 9 a.m.-4:45 p.m. Monday-Friday and 9 a.m.-12:45 p.m. on Saturday.Disposal fees for tree limbs will become effective again on July 5. Currently, the fee is rated at $10 per load of limbs.Please note that treated wood (e.g. plywood, particle board, 2x4’s) will not be accepted into our limb pile and will have to be disposed of as regular household waste. All treated wood must be cut into segments SHORTER than 6’ in length.Household waste is accepted Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. There is a $10.00 fee for household waste loads weighing less than 400 lbs.Any load weighing over 400 lbs. will be rated at $50.00/ton.As a reminder, residents may dispose of household hazardous waste (e.g. paint, lithium batteries, pesticides, household cleaners), metal and e-waste free of charge year-round. We ask that these items be separated PRIOR to your arrival at the Transfer Station. Additionally, please have lumber detached from any metal you are disposing of.Please note, the Transfer Station will be closed on July 4&nbsp; in observance of Independence Day.If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Dickinson County: Free tree limb disposal for residents

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) requests comments on the draft Kansas Rail Plan. This document provides an overview of freight rail networks in Kansas, commodity flows, economic data and, additionally, information about passenger rail service in the state.

Rail plan updates are required every five years. Federal guidelines require a public comment period of 30 days, which concludes on July 22. The draft document for the State Rail Plan may be viewed on-line at&nbsp;<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ksdot.org%2Fbureaus%2FburRail%2Frail%2Fdefault.asp&amp;data=05%7C01%7CAshley.Perez%40ks.gov%7Cbc3852f566af4e6cc19508da5455e0d2%7Cdcae8101c92d480cbc43c6761ccccc5a%7C0%7C0%7C637915025103157069%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=U5uSiWYpyycTFcgevw%2BjVPSQLSZ%2B%2BHcsyOG0dimvT9w%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">https://www.ksdot.org/bureaus/burRail/rail/default.asp</a>

This information is available in alternative accessible formats.&nbsp; To obtain an alternative format, contact the KDOT Office of Public Affairs, (785) 296-3585 (Voice/Hearing Impaired – 711).

KDOTThe Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) requests comments on the draft Kansas Rail Plan. This document provides an overview of freight rail networks in Kansas, commodity flows, economic data and, additionally, information about passenger rail service in the state.Rail plan updates are required every five years. Federal guidelines require a public comment period of 30 days, which concludes on July 22. The draft document for the State Rail Plan may be viewed on-line at&nbsp;<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ksdot.org%2Fbureaus%2FburRail%2Frail%2Fdefault.asp&amp;data=05%7C01%7CAshley.Perez%40ks.gov%7Cbc3852f566af4e6cc19508da5455e0d2%7Cdcae8101c92d480cbc43c6761ccccc5a%7C0%7C0%7C637915025103157069%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=U5uSiWYpyycTFcgevw%2BjVPSQLSZ%2B%2BHcsyOG0dimvT9w%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">https://www.ksdot.org/bureaus/burRail/rail/default.asp</a>This information is available in alternative accessible formats.&nbsp; To obtain an alternative format, contact the KDOT Office of Public Affairs, (785) 296-3585 (Voice/Hearing Impaired – 711).

KDOT requests comments on state rail plan

Rolling Hills Zoo is hiring for all three positions

Rolling Hills Zoo has openings on their event team! These are part-time/as needed positions that would help with events in the conference center as well as in the zoo. Duties include but are not limited to:

· Bartending – bartending experience desired but will train

· Setting up and tearing down the conference center for events

· Serving food and beverage in the conference center

· Assisting with special events such as Zoo Brew and Pumpkin PaZoola

If you enjoy providing quality customer service in a fun environment send your resume to:

Rolling Hills Zoo 625 N Hedville Rd. Salina, KS 67401

or email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@rollinghillszoo.org">info@rollinghillszoo.org</a>.

RHZ is a drug free workplace and values diversity in our work force and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Do you enjoy working outdoors and would love to take care of a 65-acre oasis? Rolling Hills Zoo is accepting applications for full-time and seasonal landscape positions. The right candidates will have the opportunity to work in a beautiful zoological park with a wide variety of plants and trees.

· Knowledge of turf grass maintenance, including irrigation, fertilizing and weed control

· Ability to perform minor equipment maintenance

· Will operate all types of landscape equipment including mowers, skid-steers, weed-eaters, and leaf-blowers

These positions will be required to work in all types of weather. Two years previous landscape experience is preferred for fulltime position, but not required for seasonal positions.

To be a part of Rolling Hills Zoo’s landscape team send your resume to:

Are you familiar with basic fabrication, welding, electrical, plumbing, painting, concrete work and carpentry? Then Rolling Hills Zoo has a position for you on our Maintenance team. To apply you must be a team player and be able to work weekends. This is a full-time position with excellent benefits.

To be a part of Rolling Hills Zoo’s maintenance team send your resume to:

For a complete list of responsibilities, experience, qualifications and skills required, and to apply go to:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rollinghillszoo.org/employment">https://www.rollinghillszoo.org/employment</a>.

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 </figure>Rolling Hills Zoo is hiring for all three positionsApply TodayEvent Team PositionsRolling Hills Zoo has openings on their event team! These are part-time/as needed positions that would help with events in the conference center as well as in the zoo. Duties include but are not limited to:· Bartending – bartending experience desired but will train· Setting up and tearing down the conference center for events· Serving food and beverage in the conference center· Assisting with special events such as Zoo Brew and Pumpkin PaZoolaIf you enjoy providing quality customer service in a fun environment send your resume to:Rolling Hills Zoo 625 N Hedville Rd. Salina, KS 67401or email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@rollinghillszoo.org">info@rollinghillszoo.org</a>.No phone calls please.RHZ is a drug free workplace and values diversity in our work force and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Landscape PositionDo you enjoy working outdoors and would love to take care of a 65-acre oasis? Rolling Hills Zoo is accepting applications for full-time and seasonal landscape positions. The right candidates will have the opportunity to work in a beautiful zoological park with a wide variety of plants and trees.Requirements:· Knowledge of turf grass maintenance, including irrigation, fertilizing and weed control· General landscape knowledge· Ability to perform minor equipment maintenance· Must be able to lift 50 lbs.· Will operate all types of landscape equipment including mowers, skid-steers, weed-eaters, and leaf-blowersThese positions will be required to work in all types of weather. Two years previous landscape experience is preferred for fulltime position, but not required for seasonal positions.To be a part of Rolling Hills Zoo’s landscape team send your resume to:Rolling Hills Zoo 625 N Hedville Rd. Salina, KS 67401or email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@rollinghillszoo.org">info@rollinghillszoo.org</a>.No phone calls please.RHZ is a drug free workplace and values diversity in our work force and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Maintenance PositionAre you familiar with basic fabrication, welding, electrical, plumbing, painting, concrete work and carpentry? Then Rolling Hills Zoo has a position for you on our Maintenance team. To apply you must be a team player and be able to work weekends. This is a full-time position with excellent benefits.To be a part of Rolling Hills Zoo’s maintenance team send your resume to:Rolling Hills Zoo 625 N Hedville Rd. Salina, KS 67401or email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@rollinghillszoo.org">info@rollinghillszoo.org</a>.No phone calls please.For a complete list of responsibilities, experience, qualifications and skills required, and to apply go to:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rollinghillszoo.org/employment">https://www.rollinghillszoo.org/employment</a>.RHZ is a drug free workplace and values diversity in our work force and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Scattered showers, storms bring heavy rain this morning

By JULIA DEBES Kansas Wheat

Scattered showers moved through Kansas on Tuesday night, pushing pause on the Kansas wheat harvest. Severe weather hit the eastern two-thirds of the state with gusty winds and a small, confirmed tornado in Ellsworth. Further west, rain totals didn’t amount to much, but the lower temperatures, high humidity and overcast conditions meant harvest was still under rain delay for many producers on Wednesday.

Ahead of the rain on Tuesday, Kansas Wheat staff stopped by the harvest field in Hamilton County. Jason Ochs, who farms near Syracuse, was cutting a field of hard white wheat that was coming in dry at nine percent moisture with a good test weight of 61.5 pounds per bushel.

Area yields are being reported at nine to 25 bushels per acre, but anything over 20 bushels per acre would be a stretch for this part of Kansas due to the extreme drought throughout the growing season.

On the county line between Stafford and Reno counties, farmer Randy Fritzemeier was about halfway through wheat harvest before a quarter inch of rain shut down cutting on Tuesday night.

Yields are disappointing in the low 30s bushels per acre, but the wheat is some of the best quality he has cut with test weights at 61 to 64 pounds per bushel. Despite lower-than-average yields, Fritzemeier was surprised at how well the crop turned out. He had to replant fields due to significant rainfall during planting, but then the weather turned so dry that the windstorm on December 15 filled the house with dirt. This spring brought around 1.5 inches of rain during heading and another 4.5 inches while kernels were filling, helping finish off the crop.

had planned for a custom-cutting crew to help him finish off the wheat harvest, but with delays from the crew, Fritzemeier said he’ll keep cutting until they arrive.

Farmers expect to climb back into the combine cab as soon as field conditions allow, likely following triple-digit temperatures on Thursday and Friday.&nbsp;

The 2022 Harvest Report is brought to you by the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers and the Kansas Grain and Feed Association. To follow along with harvest updates on Twitter, use&nbsp;#wheatharvest22. Tag us at @kansaswheat on&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ELEfzqBmti4_dseQPX88lKh0x3qX2egRsH_sqcbDakBCHOs_EwxgXMd-z9K_GvaQko_cBLR1lsuk_SJJbLvIdxF2eUDCnVd2XBkdjrImr2MnjIte68wy-L3m5b7fTmQCym5S_gANtbJuXmVAl8I6-GMZTPxWH9hx&amp;c=vxt4HHA6s2SBrkbDBiNrkrDnyHKMKRFMhnEqUFqMWiqJYGUA3rEQSA==&amp;ch=GbmPjnMmlgQBxDtHCBfeU18QGhIIB5_-QFXea-QDY3XoKT2r0s5tHQ==" target="_blank">Facebook</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ELEfzqBmti4_dseQPX88lKh0x3qX2egRsH_sqcbDakBCHOs_EwxgXK3mli-_YOWHdvmSp4lRkfTqjJzSULYWBcuUfw5pmY32d_cogyTkHDMlFYY3nMizv11Rv0MVdUSIM0GEAN_9GqpbjHID7tplX-yO54eOktPh&amp;c=vxt4HHA6s2SBrkbDBiNrkrDnyHKMKRFMhnEqUFqMWiqJYGUA3rEQSA==&amp;ch=GbmPjnMmlgQBxDtHCBfeU18QGhIIB5_-QFXea-QDY3XoKT2r0s5tHQ==" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ELEfzqBmti4_dseQPX88lKh0x3qX2egRsH_sqcbDakBCHOs_EwxgXBwo0aAsNU6ochZqVU_6JFoukPqVonW7faDyeYgaswXOCfEIaBNV5ZNc9JUi9wk3wckoq18zLjnzv8YX229l7QG4pOGTyNmB48cZjuqHhSS1&amp;c=vxt4HHA6s2SBrkbDBiNrkrDnyHKMKRFMhnEqUFqMWiqJYGUA3rEQSA==&amp;ch=GbmPjnMmlgQBxDtHCBfeU18QGhIIB5_-QFXea-QDY3XoKT2r0s5tHQ==" target="_blank">Twitter</a>&nbsp;to share your harvest story and photos.

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 </figure>By JULIA DEBES Kansas WheatScattered showers moved through Kansas on Tuesday night, pushing pause on the Kansas wheat harvest. Severe weather hit the eastern two-thirds of the state with gusty winds and a small, confirmed tornado in Ellsworth. Further west, rain totals didn’t amount to much, but the lower temperatures, high humidity and overcast conditions meant harvest was still under rain delay for many producers on Wednesday. Ahead of the rain on Tuesday, Kansas Wheat staff stopped by the harvest field in Hamilton County. Jason Ochs, who farms near Syracuse, was cutting a field of hard white wheat that was coming in dry at nine percent moisture with a good test weight of 61.5 pounds per bushel. Area yields are being reported at nine to 25 bushels per acre, but anything over 20 bushels per acre would be a stretch for this part of Kansas due to the extreme drought throughout the growing season. On the county line between Stafford and Reno counties, farmer Randy Fritzemeier was about halfway through wheat harvest before a quarter inch of rain shut down cutting on Tuesday night. Yields are disappointing in the low 30s bushels per acre, but the wheat is some of the best quality he has cut with test weights at 61 to 64 pounds per bushel. Despite lower-than-average yields, Fritzemeier was surprised at how well the crop turned out. He had to replant fields due to significant rainfall during planting, but then the weather turned so dry that the windstorm on December 15 filled the house with dirt. This spring brought around 1.5 inches of rain during heading and another 4.5 inches while kernels were filling, helping finish off the crop. had planned for a custom-cutting crew to help him finish off the wheat harvest, but with delays from the crew, Fritzemeier said he’ll keep cutting until they arrive. Farmers expect to climb back into the combine cab as soon as field conditions allow, likely following triple-digit temperatures on Thursday and Friday.&nbsp; The 2022 Harvest Report is brought to you by the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers and the Kansas Grain and Feed Association. To follow along with harvest updates on Twitter, use&nbsp;#wheatharvest22. Tag us at @kansaswheat on&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ELEfzqBmti4_dseQPX88lKh0x3qX2egRsH_sqcbDakBCHOs_EwxgXMd-z9K_GvaQko_cBLR1lsuk_SJJbLvIdxF2eUDCnVd2XBkdjrImr2MnjIte68wy-L3m5b7fTmQCym5S_gANtbJuXmVAl8I6-GMZTPxWH9hx&amp;c=vxt4HHA6s2SBrkbDBiNrkrDnyHKMKRFMhnEqUFqMWiqJYGUA3rEQSA==&amp;ch=GbmPjnMmlgQBxDtHCBfeU18QGhIIB5_-QFXea-QDY3XoKT2r0s5tHQ==" target="_blank">Facebook</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ELEfzqBmti4_dseQPX88lKh0x3qX2egRsH_sqcbDakBCHOs_EwxgXK3mli-_YOWHdvmSp4lRkfTqjJzSULYWBcuUfw5pmY32d_cogyTkHDMlFYY3nMizv11Rv0MVdUSIM0GEAN_9GqpbjHID7tplX-yO54eOktPh&amp;c=vxt4HHA6s2SBrkbDBiNrkrDnyHKMKRFMhnEqUFqMWiqJYGUA3rEQSA==&amp;ch=GbmPjnMmlgQBxDtHCBfeU18QGhIIB5_-QFXea-QDY3XoKT2r0s5tHQ==" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ELEfzqBmti4_dseQPX88lKh0x3qX2egRsH_sqcbDakBCHOs_EwxgXBwo0aAsNU6ochZqVU_6JFoukPqVonW7faDyeYgaswXOCfEIaBNV5ZNc9JUi9wk3wckoq18zLjnzv8YX229l7QG4pOGTyNmB48cZjuqHhSS1&amp;c=vxt4HHA6s2SBrkbDBiNrkrDnyHKMKRFMhnEqUFqMWiqJYGUA3rEQSA==&amp;ch=GbmPjnMmlgQBxDtHCBfeU18QGhIIB5_-QFXea-QDY3XoKT2r0s5tHQ==" target="_blank">Twitter</a>&nbsp;to share your harvest story and photos.

Day 8: Kansas wheat harvest report

The Saline County Road and Bridge Department announced this afternoon that E. Humbargar Road between N. Woodward Road and N. Cunningham Road is open to through traffic.

The Saline County Road and Bridge Department announced this afternoon that E. Humbargar Road between N. Woodward Road and N. Cunningham Road is open to through traffic.No other information was provided.

Saline County announces reopening of E. Humbargar Road

The American College of Cardiology (ACC) has recognized Salina Regional Health Center for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with heart failure. 

The Heart Failure Accreditation earned this month was based on a rigorous onsite review of the staff’s ability to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients with heart failure through pre-hospital care, early stabilization, acute care, transitional care, clinical quality measures and more.

Heart failure is a chronic and progressive condition where the heart is unable to pump enough blood to meet the body’s needs for blood and oxygen. Hospitals that employ an evidence-based, protocol-driven and systematic approach to managing heart failure have been able to reduce time to treatment and are able to identify and predict high-risk patients while also reducing length-of-stay and hospital readmissions.

“Salina Regional Health Center has demonstrated its commitment to providing north central Kansas with excellent heart care,” said Deepak L. Bhatt, MD, MPH, FACC, chair of the ACC Accreditation Management Board. “ACC Accreditation Services is proud to award Salina Regional Health Center with Heart Failure Accreditation.”

“This new accreditation for heart failure, in addition to our accreditation as a Chest Pain Center with Percutaneous Coronary Intervention from the ACC, is a great example of our collaborative efforts to provide the highest quality of cardiac care for patients in our region,” said Joel Phelps, President/CEO at Salina Regional Health Center. “These efforts by our staff for enhancing our levels of care make a difference in the region. I’m so proud of all the members of our heart team including nurses, doctors, leadership and everyone who is involved in this program caring for our patients.”

Hospitals receiving Heart Failure Accreditation from the ACC must take part in a multi-faceted clinical process that involves: completing a gap analysis; examining variances of care, developing an action plan; a rigorous onsite review; and monitoring for sustained success. Improved methods and strategies of caring for patients include streamlining processes, implementing guidelines and standards, and adopting best practices in the precise care of heart failure patients. Facilities that achieve accreditation meet or exceed an array of stringent criteria and have organized a team of doctors, nurses, clinicians and other administrative staff that earnestly support the efforts leading to better patient education, improved patient outcomes, and more effective and efficient disease control.

The ACC offers U.S. and international hospitals like Salina Regional access to a comprehensive suite of cardiac accreditation services designed to optimize patient outcomes and improve hospital financial performance. These services are focused on all aspects of cardiac care, including heart failure.

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 </figure>SRHCThe American College of Cardiology (ACC) has recognized Salina Regional Health Center for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with heart failure. The Heart Failure Accreditation earned this month was based on a rigorous onsite review of the staff’s ability to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients with heart failure through pre-hospital care, early stabilization, acute care, transitional care, clinical quality measures and more.Heart failure is a chronic and progressive condition where the heart is unable to pump enough blood to meet the body’s needs for blood and oxygen. Hospitals that employ an evidence-based, protocol-driven and systematic approach to managing heart failure have been able to reduce time to treatment and are able to identify and predict high-risk patients while also reducing length-of-stay and hospital readmissions.“Salina Regional Health Center has demonstrated its commitment to providing north central Kansas with excellent heart care,” said Deepak L. Bhatt, MD, MPH, FACC, chair of the ACC Accreditation Management Board. “ACC Accreditation Services is proud to award Salina Regional Health Center with Heart Failure Accreditation.”“This new accreditation for heart failure, in addition to our accreditation as a Chest Pain Center with Percutaneous Coronary Intervention from the ACC, is a great example of our collaborative efforts to provide the highest quality of cardiac care for patients in our region,” said Joel Phelps, President/CEO at Salina Regional Health Center. “These efforts by our staff for enhancing our levels of care make a difference in the region. I’m so proud of all the members of our heart team including nurses, doctors, leadership and everyone who is involved in this program caring for our patients.”Hospitals receiving Heart Failure Accreditation from the ACC must take part in a multi-faceted clinical process that involves: completing a gap analysis; examining variances of care, developing an action plan; a rigorous onsite review; and monitoring for sustained success. Improved methods and strategies of caring for patients include streamlining processes, implementing guidelines and standards, and adopting best practices in the precise care of heart failure patients. Facilities that achieve accreditation meet or exceed an array of stringent criteria and have organized a team of doctors, nurses, clinicians and other administrative staff that earnestly support the efforts leading to better patient education, improved patient outcomes, and more effective and efficient disease control.The ACC offers U.S. and international hospitals like Salina Regional access to a comprehensive suite of cardiac accreditation services designed to optimize patient outcomes and improve hospital financial performance. These services are focused on all aspects of cardiac care, including heart failure.

SRHC noted for excellence with ACC Heart Failure Accreditation

The Saline County Road and Bridge Department today closed part of S. Kipp Road indefinitely for an assessment of a cross-road drainage structure.

S. Kipp Road between Lapsley Road and E. Hedberg Road will be closed indefinitely to through traffic beginning Wednesday to permit the Saline County Road and Bridge Department Engineering staff the opportunity to perform an assessment of a cross-road drainage structure.

Motorists are advised to allow a few extra minutes of travel time to reach their destinations. Local and emergency traffic will be provided access to private property within the sections of closed road at all times but only from the side upon which the property lies.

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 </figure>Saline CountyThe Saline County Road and Bridge Department today closed part of S. Kipp Road indefinitely for an assessment of a cross-road drainage structure.S. Kipp Road between Lapsley Road and E. Hedberg Road will be closed indefinitely to through traffic beginning Wednesday to permit the Saline County Road and Bridge Department Engineering staff the opportunity to perform an assessment of a cross-road drainage structure.Motorists are advised to allow a few extra minutes of travel time to reach their destinations. Local and emergency traffic will be provided access to private property within the sections of closed road at all times but only from the side upon which the property lies.

Saline County closing part of S. Kipp Road for assessment

The Tony® Award-winning musical Million Dollar Quartet is coming to Salina's Stiefel Theatre.

The performance is scheduled for 8 p.m. Sept. 9 in the Stiefel Theatre, 151 S. Santa Fe Avenue.

Tickets start at $35 and go on sale at noon Friday. Buy online at www.stiefeltheatre.org, by visiting the Stiefel box office or by calling the Stiefel at 785-827-1998. The Stiefel box office is open for phone or walk-up sales from noon-5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Information about the musical courtesy the Stiefel Theatre

On Dec. 4, 1956, an auspicious twist of fate brought together four young musicians – Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Elvis Presley. Sam Phillips, the undisputed Father of Rock ‘n’ Roll who was responsible for launching the careers of each of these icons, gathered the four legendary singer/songwriters at the Sun Records studio in Memphis for the first and only time. The result? One of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll jam sessions in history. 

Million Dollar Quartet brings that unbelievable musical moment to life with an irresistible tale of broken promises, secrets, betrayal, humor, celebration, unforgettable performances of such timeless and enduring hits as Blue Suede Shoes, Fever, That’s All Right, Sixteen Tons, I Walk the Line, Great Balls of Fire, Folsom Prison Blues, Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On, Hound Dog, and more.

The cast of actors portraying the four legends in this jukebox musical certainly hold the likeness to the original artists. Elvis Presley will be played by Jacob Barton; Johnny Cash will be played by Steven Lasiter; Jerry Lee Lewis will be played by Trevor Dorner; Carl Perkins will be played by Nathan Burke; Sam Phillips will be played by Sean Casey Flanagan; Brother Jay Perkins will be played by Justin Bendel; Fluke is played by Jon Rossi; and Dyanne will be played by Taylor Kraft.  

Million Dollar Quartet won a Tony® Award for Best Performance by a Featured Actor in a Musical and received two Tony® nominations, one for Best Musical and one for Best Book of a Musical (Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux). The show received an Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical, a Drama Desk nomination for Outstanding Musical Revue, and three Drama League nominations including Distinguished Production of a Musical and Distinguished Performance.

Million Dollar Quartet is written by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux. The show is directed by Tim Seib with musical direction by Jon Rossi and produced by Gershwin Entertainment. Lighting Design by Kirk Bookman, set design by Adam Koch and costume design by Jeffrey Meek.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1655926807903.jpeg" alt="The Million Dollar Quartet. Photo courtesy Stiefel theatre" />
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 </figure>By SALINA POSTThe Tony® Award-winning musical Million Dollar Quartet is coming to Salina's Stiefel Theatre. The performance is scheduled for 8 p.m. Sept. 9 in the Stiefel Theatre, 151 S. Santa Fe Avenue.Tickets start at $35 and go on sale at noon Friday. Buy online at www.stiefeltheatre.org, by visiting the Stiefel box office or by calling the Stiefel at 785-827-1998. The Stiefel box office is open for phone or walk-up sales from noon-5 p.m. Monday through Friday.Information about the musical courtesy the Stiefel TheatreOn Dec. 4, 1956, an auspicious twist of fate brought together four young musicians – Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Elvis Presley. Sam Phillips, the undisputed Father of Rock ‘n’ Roll who was responsible for launching the careers of each of these icons, gathered the four legendary singer/songwriters at the Sun Records studio in Memphis for the first and only time. The result? One of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll jam sessions in history. Million Dollar Quartet brings that unbelievable musical moment to life with an irresistible tale of broken promises, secrets, betrayal, humor, celebration, unforgettable performances of such timeless and enduring hits as Blue Suede Shoes, Fever, That’s All Right, Sixteen Tons, I Walk the Line, Great Balls of Fire, Folsom Prison Blues, Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On, Hound Dog, and more. The cast of actors portraying the four legends in this jukebox musical certainly hold the likeness to the original artists. Elvis Presley will be played by Jacob Barton; Johnny Cash will be played by Steven Lasiter; Jerry Lee Lewis will be played by Trevor Dorner; Carl Perkins will be played by Nathan Burke; Sam Phillips will be played by Sean Casey Flanagan; Brother Jay Perkins will be played by Justin Bendel; Fluke is played by Jon Rossi; and Dyanne will be played by Taylor Kraft. Million Dollar Quartet won a Tony® Award for Best Performance by a Featured Actor in a Musical and received two Tony® nominations, one for Best Musical and one for Best Book of a Musical (Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux). The show received an Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical, a Drama Desk nomination for Outstanding Musical Revue, and three Drama League nominations including Distinguished Production of a Musical and Distinguished Performance. Million Dollar Quartet is written by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux. The show is directed by Tim Seib with musical direction by Jon Rossi and produced by Gershwin Entertainment. Lighting Design by Kirk Bookman, set design by Adam Koch and costume design by Jeffrey Meek.

Stiefel announces performance of 'Million Dollar Quartet'

In the coming weeks, Saline County residents will find Notices of Disposition in their mailboxes informing them of their new districts.

After census completion every 10 years, the Legislature reviews district lines and makes necessary adjustments due to population shifts within the state. Due to redistricting changes, all Saline County voters will receive new voter information cards showing their new representatives.

Voters can look at their district online anytime at the link below.&nbsp;&nbsp;

From Saline County Clerk Jamie Doss:In the coming weeks, Saline County residents will find Notices of Disposition in their mailboxes informing them of their new districts. After census completion every 10 years, the Legislature reviews district lines and makes necessary adjustments due to population shifts within the state. Due to redistricting changes, all Saline County voters will receive new voter information cards showing their new representatives. Voters can look at their district online anytime at the link below.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Redistricting affecting Saline County residents

Rainfall varied across the area as storms rolled through Tuesday evening, from a trace in Cloud, McPherson, and Mitchell counties to 1.85 inches in Dickinson County.

As of 7 a.m. Wednesday, 0.95 of an inch of rain was reported at the Salina Regional Airport, while in southeast Salina, near the Eagle Radio studios 1.80 inches of rain was reported.

READ: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/171a2bd5-e2de-4de8-8aa8-a004088a40e8">Storms rumble through with winds, heavy rain, hail, funnel cloud</a>

Following are 24-hour rainfall totals as of 7 a.m. Wednesday (unless otherwise noted) from the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/ViewData/StateDailyPrecipReports.aspx?state=KS">Community Collaborative Rain, Hail &amp; Snow Network</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Wakefield 0.2 NW, 0.82 of an inch (reported at 6:30 a.m.)

Concordia 0.6 SW, 0.07 of an inch (reported at 6 a.m.)

Chapman 0.2 SSE, 0.61 of an inch (reported at 5 a.m.)

Abilene 2.4 WSW, 1.02 inches (reported at 7:30 a.m.)

Carlton 3.6 WSW, 0.71 of an inch (reported at 7:50 a.m.)

Brookville 5.5 W, 1.00 inch (reported at 6 a.m.)

Marquette 9.4 NW, 0.98 of an inch (reported at 7:43 a.m.)

Beverly 4.6 S, 1.14 inches (reported at 6:30 a.m.)

Lindsborg 0.7 NNW, 0.37 of an inch (reported at 6 a.m.)

Galva 1.5 NE, 0.26 of an inch (reported at 6:45 a.m.)

Marquette 2.1 NNE, 0.36 of an inch (reported at 7:27 a.m.)

Galva 5.3 NNE, 0.26 of an inch (reported at 7:45 a.m.)

Beloit 0.2 SE, 0.01 of an inch (reported at 7:30 a.m.)

Salina 6.2 ENE, 1.62 inches (reported at 5:44 a.m.)

Smolan 1.5 SW, 1.32 inches (reported at 6:30 a.m.)

Salina 0.7 SSW, 0.95 of an inch (reported at 6:35 a.m.)

Salina 0.2 NNE, 1.30 inches (reported at 6:39 a.m.)

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 </figure>By SALINA POSTRainfall varied across the area as storms rolled through Tuesday evening, from a trace in Cloud, McPherson, and Mitchell counties to 1.85 inches in Dickinson County.As of 7 a.m. Wednesday, 0.95 of an inch of rain was reported at the Salina Regional Airport, while in southeast Salina, near the Eagle Radio studios 1.80 inches of rain was reported.READ: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/171a2bd5-e2de-4de8-8aa8-a004088a40e8">Storms rumble through with winds, heavy rain, hail, funnel cloud</a>Following are 24-hour rainfall totals as of 7 a.m. Wednesday (unless otherwise noted) from the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/ViewData/StateDailyPrecipReports.aspx?state=KS">Community Collaborative Rain, Hail &amp; Snow Network</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;CLAY COUNTYWakefield 0.2 NW, 0.82 of an inch (reported at 6:30 a.m.)Clay Center 12.4 NNE, 0.18 of an inchClay Center 6.7 WNW, 0.21 of an inchMorganville 3.2 SW, 0.19 of an inchCLOUD COUNTYConcordia 0.6 SW, 0.07 of an inch (reported at 6 a.m.)Jamestown 2.4 NW, traceConcordia 1.8 S, 0.06 of an inchDICKINSON COUNTYChapman 0.2 SSE, 0.61 of an inch (reported at 5 a.m.)Enterprise 0.3 NW, 0.39 of an inchChapman 6.0 NNE, 1.65 inchesHope 0.3 S, 0.65 of an inchAbilene 5.4 E, 0.65 of an inchAbilene 5.9 NNW, 1.85 inchesCarlton 2.1 NNW, 0.88 of an inchAbilene 7.9 NNW, 1.21 inchesHope 7.5 NNW, 0.52 of an inchAbilene 10.3 S, 0.65 of an inchAbilene 0.7 W, 1.44 inchesEnterprise 2.1 SW, 0.72 of an inchAbilene 10.9 S, 0.55 of an inchAbilene 1.1 NNE, 0.94 of an inchAbilene 9.4 S, 0.64 of an inchChapman 3.8 NNW, 1.55 inchesHerington 0.4 W, 0.76 of an inchAbilene 2.4 WSW, 1.02 inches (reported at 7:30 a.m.)Carlton 3.6 WSW, 0.71 of an inch (reported at 7:50 a.m.)ELLSWORTH COUNTYBrookville 5.5 W, 1.00 inch (reported at 6 a.m.)Geneseo 4.1 N, 0.75 of an inchEllsworth 0.3 E, 1.70 inchesLorraine 1.4 S, 0.73 of an inchHolyrood 6.2 NNW, 0.99 of an inchLorraine 2.5 ESE, 0.70 of an inchKanopolis 4.5 NE, 0.70 of an inchKanopolis 0.4 SSE, 1.79 inchesMarquette 9.4 NW, 0.98 of an inch (reported at 7:43 a.m.)JEWELL COUNTYNo totals reportedLINCOLN COUNTYBeverly 4.6 S, 1.14 inches (reported at 6:30 a.m.)MARION COUNTYTampa 3.2 ESE, 0.20 of an inchMarion 5.0 NNE, 0.29 of an inchHillsboro 8.5 SW, 0.05 of an inchHillsboro 5.3 S, 0.43 of an inchNewton 9.4 N, 0.56 of an inchMCPHERSON COUNTYLindsborg 0.7 NNW, 0.37 of an inch (reported at 6 a.m.)Galva 1.5 NE, 0.26 of an inch (reported at 6:45 a.m.)McPherson 6.6 WSW, 0.27 of an inchLindsborg 5.6 W, 0.62 of an inchInman 0.8 WSW, 0.03 of an inchMarquette 3.0 WSW, 0.27 of an inchCanton 3.2 N, 0.05 of an inchMoundridge 1.0 N, traceGalva 1.4 N, 0.08 of an inchGalva 9.5 N, 0.22 of an inchMcPherson 0.9 NE, 0.30 of an inchMcPherson 6.6 ENE, 0.14 of an inchGalva 1.1 WSW, 0.15 of an inchMarquette 3.2 NNE, 0.31 of an inchMcPherson 1.1 NW, 0.29 of an inchMcPherson 0.8 SW, 0.20 of an inchMcPherson 9.6 WNW, 0.25 of an inchLindsborg 5.5 SSW, 0.22 of an inchMarquette 2.1 NNE, 0.36 of an inch (reported at 7:27 a.m.)Galva 5.3 NNE, 0.26 of an inch (reported at 7:45 a.m.)MITCHELL COUNTYScottsville 4.6 SSW, traceBeloit 9.9 SSW, 0.04 of an inchHunter 9.5 E, 0.09 of an inchBeloit 0.2 SE, 0.01 of an inch (reported at 7:30 a.m.)OTTAWA COUNTYAda 7.0 NNW, 0.05 of an inchMinneapolis 0.4 NE, 1.15Culver 3.6 ENE, 0.47 of an inchBennington 0.1 WNW, 1.35REPUBLIC COUNTYNo totals reportedSALINE COUNTYSalina 6.2 ENE, 1.62 inches (reported at 5:44 a.m.)Smolan 1.5 SW, 1.32 inches (reported at 6:30 a.m.)Salina 0.7 SSW, 0.95 of an inch (reported at 6:35 a.m.)Salina 0.2 NNE, 1.30 inches (reported at 6:39 a.m.)Brookville 8.0 NNE, 0.95 of an inchSalina 7.0 N, 0.75 of an inchSalina 0.8 S, 1.01 inchesBrookville 5.9 NNW, 0.70 of an inchSalina 5.7 NNW, 0.93 of an inchGypsum 1.1 NE, 0.72 of an inchSalina 2.9 NE, 0.96 of an inchSalina 8.7 NNE, 0.65 of an inchAssaria 3.5 NE, 0.40 of an inchCulver 1.8 SE, 0.60 of an inchSalina 2.9 ENE, 1.02 inchesNew Cambria 2.1 NW, 0.99 of an inchFalun 3.2 SW, 0.32 of an inchSalina 6.0 WNW, 0.37 of an inchSalina 0.4 SE, 1.13 inchesSalina 2.3 SSE, 1.22 inchesNew Cambria 4.5 NE, 1.28 inches

Tuesday rainfall: From trace to nearly 2 inches

The Saline County Road and Bridge Department announced early Wednesday afternoon that it was closing part of Hobbs Creek Road in the southern part of the county for drainage work.

Hobbs Creek Road between S. Gypsum Valley Road and S. Kipp Road was being closed to traffic beginning today for the replacement of a drainage structure. Weather permitting the roadway should be opened by Friday.

Local drivers are asked to find alternate routes around the work area. Local and emergency traffic will be provided access to private property within the sections of closed road at all times but only from the side upon which the property lies, the county noted in a news release.

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 </figure>By SALINA POSTThe Saline County Road and Bridge Department announced early Wednesday afternoon that it was closing part of Hobbs Creek Road in the southern part of the county for drainage work.Hobbs Creek Road between S. Gypsum Valley Road and S. Kipp Road was being closed to traffic beginning today for the replacement of a drainage structure. Weather permitting the roadway should be opened by Friday.Local drivers are asked to find alternate routes around the work area. Local and emergency traffic will be provided access to private property within the sections of closed road at all times but only from the side upon which the property lies, the county noted in a news release.

County closing part of Hobbs Creek Road for drainage work

Police are looking for information concerning a Chevrolet Express van they believe is connected to the disappearance of a Salina man.

On Saturday, the Salina Police Department announced that it was investigating the disappearance of Nathan Philip Thompson, 44, of Salina, who hadn't been seen in approximately a week. Police noted that Thompson was being considered a missing endangered person.

He is described as being 6'2" tall, weighing 184, and having brown hair and hazel eyes.

This morning, the department issued the following.

The Salina Police Department through the course of the investigation, developed information that the below Chevrolet Express van was possibly used to facilitate the disappearance of Nathan Thompson. The Salina Police Department has the van in its possession. We are asking the public for any information they can provide with regards to the van since June 9th, 2022, especially any sightings in rural areas.

Anyone that has seen the van and/or its driver should contact the Salina Police Department, Crime Stoppers or the tip line below.

If you have had contact with Nathan Thompson since June 1, 2022, have information concerning his disappearance, or have information relative to the fire at 1635 Elgin please contact the Salina Police Department at 785-826-7210. You may also call Crimestoppers at 785-825-TIPS or make an online tip at:

<a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950#">https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950#</a>. Tipsters may also contact the Salina Police Department at (785) 826-7210 and ask to speak to Detective Lemon, case 2022-17281.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1655917384049.png" alt="Police seek information about this van. Photos courtesy Salina Police Department" />
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 </figure>By SALINA POSTPolice are looking for information concerning a Chevrolet Express van they believe is connected to the disappearance of a Salina man.On Saturday, the Salina Police Department announced that it was investigating the disappearance of Nathan Philip Thompson, 44, of Salina, who hadn't been seen in approximately a week. Police noted that Thompson was being considered a missing endangered person.He is described as being 6'2" tall, weighing 184, and having brown hair and hazel eyes.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1655577117894.jpeg" alt="Nathan Philip Thompson.&nbsp;Photo from May 3, 2022" />
 <figcaption>Nathan Philip Thompson.&nbsp;Photo from May 3, 2022</figcaption>
 </figure>This morning, the department issued the following.The Salina Police Department through the course of the investigation, developed information that the below Chevrolet Express van was possibly used to facilitate the disappearance of Nathan Thompson. The Salina Police Department has the van in its possession. We are asking the public for any information they can provide with regards to the van since June 9th, 2022, especially any sightings in rural areas.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1655917461520.png" alt="The van police believe is connected to Thompson's disappearance." />
 <figcaption>The van police believe is connected to Thompson's disappearance.</figcaption>
 </figure>Anyone that has seen the van and/or its driver should contact the Salina Police Department, Crime Stoppers or the tip line below.If you have had contact with Nathan Thompson since June 1, 2022, have information concerning his disappearance, or have information relative to the fire at 1635 Elgin please contact the Salina Police Department at 785-826-7210. You may also call Crimestoppers at 785-825-TIPS or make an online tip at:<a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950#">https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950#</a>. Tipsters may also contact the Salina Police Department at (785) 826-7210 and ask to speak to Detective Lemon, case 2022-17281.

Police seek tips about van believed to be connected to missing Salina man

A series of storms rolled through the area late Tuesday afternoon into evening, bringing with them heavy rains, flooding, gusty winds, power outages, and even a funnel cloud.

Torrential downpours dumped inches of rain in some locations of Ellsworth County, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a flood warning for the county through early this morning. KINA AM weather analyst Randy Picking reported that two to three inches of rain fell in parts of the county.

As if that wasn't enough, the weather service also issued a brief tornado warning for Ellsworth County after storm spotters reported a funnel cloud southwest of Ellsworth.

As the storms moved into Saline County, penny to quarter-sized hail was reported. As of 7 a.m. Wednesday, 0.95 of an inch of rain was reported at the Salina Regional Airport, while in southeast Salina, near the Eagle Radio studios 1.80 inches of rain was reported.

Wind gusts at the Salina Regional Airport reached 47 miles per hour during the height of the storms. Wind gusts appeared to strengthen as the storms rolled across the city, knocking down tree limbs and ripping off shingles. Picking said winds of at least 60 miles per hour that were reported a mile southeast of Bennington took down a large 45-foot-tall tree. Additionally, winds intensified in northeast Saline County to 60-70 mph and damaged trees and knocked out power as the storms moved into Dickinson County, Picking noted.

READ: <a href="https://jcpost.com/posts/6387eaab-c801-4580-aed5-9550906417ed">Severe thunderstorms rumble through Geary County</a>

The storms knocked out power to nearly 7,000 customers from Salina to Junction City, Picking said. The Evergy outage map indicated that 6,200 customers were without power, while the DS&amp;O Electric Cooperative map indicated 660 customers without power. As of 10:57 a.m. Wednesday, power had been restored to nearly all Evergy customers and power had been restored to all DS&amp;O customers, according to information on the outage maps.

<figure>
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 <figcaption>Workers remove downed tree limbs that took out part of a fence in the 100 block of N. Kansas Avenue. Salina Post photo</figcaption>
 </figure>By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostA series of storms rolled through the area late Tuesday afternoon into evening, bringing with them heavy rains, flooding, gusty winds, power outages, and even a funnel cloud.Torrential downpours dumped inches of rain in some locations of Ellsworth County, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a flood warning for the county through early this morning. KINA AM weather analyst Randy Picking reported that two to three inches of rain fell in parts of the county.As if that wasn't enough, the weather service also issued a brief tornado warning for Ellsworth County after storm spotters reported a funnel cloud southwest of Ellsworth.As the storms moved into Saline County, penny to quarter-sized hail was reported. As of 7 a.m. Wednesday, 0.95 of an inch of rain was reported at the Salina Regional Airport, while in southeast Salina, near the Eagle Radio studios 1.80 inches of rain was reported.Wind gusts at the Salina Regional Airport reached 47 miles per hour during the height of the storms. Wind gusts appeared to strengthen as the storms rolled across the city, knocking down tree limbs and ripping off shingles. Picking said winds of at least 60 miles per hour that were reported a mile southeast of Bennington took down a large 45-foot-tall tree. Additionally, winds intensified in northeast Saline County to 60-70 mph and damaged trees and knocked out power as the storms moved into Dickinson County, Picking noted.READ: <a href="https://jcpost.com/posts/6387eaab-c801-4580-aed5-9550906417ed">Severe thunderstorms rumble through Geary County</a>The storms knocked out power to nearly 7,000 customers from Salina to Junction City, Picking said. The Evergy outage map indicated that 6,200 customers were without power, while the DS&amp;O Electric Cooperative map indicated 660 customers without power. As of 10:57 a.m. Wednesday, power had been restored to nearly all Evergy customers and power had been restored to all DS&amp;O customers, according to information on the outage maps.

Storms rumble through with winds, heavy rain, hail, funnel cloud

A Minneapolis man was cited after a two-vehicle wreck Tuesday morning in central Salina.

Richard Profitt, 39, of Minneapolis, was northbound on S. Ninth Street in a 2010 Toyota Corolla when he failed to stop at the W. Republic Avenue stoplight and struck an eastbound 2020 Buick Enclave driven by Ashley Ernsbarger, 38, of Salina, Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said this morning.

Profitt had a cut on his arm but refused EMS treatment, Forrester said.

Both vehicles sustained front end damage and were towed from the scene.

Forrester said Profitt was cited for no proof of insurance and failure to stop at a stoplight.

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostA Minneapolis man was cited after a two-vehicle wreck Tuesday morning in central Salina.Richard Profitt, 39, of Minneapolis, was northbound on S. Ninth Street in a 2010 Toyota Corolla when he failed to stop at the W. Republic Avenue stoplight and struck an eastbound 2020 Buick Enclave driven by Ashley Ernsbarger, 38, of Salina, Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said this morning.Profitt had a cut on his arm but refused EMS treatment, Forrester said.Both vehicles sustained front end damage and were towed from the scene.Forrester said Profitt was cited for no proof of insurance and failure to stop at a stoplight.

Car runs red light, strikes SUV; Minneapolis man cited

Cooler temperatures will overspread the area today. There is a chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms, especially this afternoon across southern Kansas. Highs today will be in the upper 80s to lower 90s.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceCooler temperatures will overspread the area today. There is a chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms, especially this afternoon across southern Kansas. Highs today will be in the upper 80s to lower 90s.

We get a break from near-triple-digit heat on Wednesday

By KIM BALDWIN McPherson County farmer and rancher

Every year around this time, the world around me has the potential to quickly turn into a continuous swirl that would be perfect for a TV series.&nbsp; &nbsp; In cinematic effect, I imagine my story would begin with a black and white tight shot of my eyes opening wide from slumber and darting back and forth in a semi-confused state. &nbsp; The background music at the start of my episode would consist of an odd pattern of guitar plinks and orchestral bursts, and over this hair-raising musical selection would include a Rod Serling-like narration: &nbsp; “You unlock this door with the key of imagination. Beyond it is another dimension. A dimension of sound, a dimension of sight, a dimension of mind. You’re moving into a land of both shadow and substance. Of things and ideas. You’ve just crossed over into … the ‘Harvest Zone.’” &nbsp; Harvest crews are making their way through wheat fields in my part of the world right now. As a farming family, this begins the busy season of not only harvesting wheat from the fields while racing the summer storms, but also finishing up the planting of our fall crops, and beginning the long, hot summer days of irrigation. Sprinkle in a variety of summer activities for our kids like Vacation Bible School, baseball games and swim lessons, and you have a swirling vortex of days that leave people like me asking at times, “What day is it?”&nbsp; &nbsp; It’s during this time of the year I have to intentionally look at my calendar every morning to identify which kid has a baseball game that evening, if I have a scheduled Zoom call at some point during the day, or if my newspaper column is due. In reality, I also have to look at my calendar to know what the actual&nbsp;day is. &nbsp; It’s during this part of the year where I intentionally set two alerts on all of my calendar entries. One alert is set for “1 day before” and the second for “1 hour before” to help remind me of daily events.&nbsp; &nbsp; And it’s during this part of the year while conducting my daily morning calendar review, I will also routinely set alarms on my phone to go off approximately 30-minutes prior to any calendar entries that demand me to be at a certain place at a certain time.&nbsp; &nbsp; While it seems excessive, all of this helps me to avoid wandering through a timeless dimension exacerbated by the hustle of wheat harvest and other continuously flowing summer farm and family tasks and appointments that can easily blend into one big summer blur if not contained. &nbsp; To know what day&nbsp;it is and to be aware of what time&nbsp;it is helps me stay as grounded and focused as possible. These are the steps I take to keep moving forward and not overlook important tasks needing my attention.&nbsp; &nbsp; Whether it’s getting my kids to their games on time, delivering seed to a field at the right time, or consistently delivering our harvest crew their meals twice daily at mealtime, it’s just one of the ways I try to maintain awareness of real time&nbsp;while living in the “Harvest Zone.”

"Insight" is a weekly column published by Kansas Farm Bureau, the state's largest farm organization whose mission is to strengthen agriculture and the lives of Kansans through advocacy, education and service.&nbsp;Copyright © 2022 Kansas Farm Bureau, All rights reserved.

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 </figure>By KIM BALDWIN McPherson County farmer and rancherEvery year around this time, the world around me has the potential to quickly turn into a continuous swirl that would be perfect for a TV series.&nbsp; &nbsp; In cinematic effect, I imagine my story would begin with a black and white tight shot of my eyes opening wide from slumber and darting back and forth in a semi-confused state. &nbsp; The background music at the start of my episode would consist of an odd pattern of guitar plinks and orchestral bursts, and over this hair-raising musical selection would include a Rod Serling-like narration: &nbsp; “You unlock this door with the key of imagination. Beyond it is another dimension. A dimension of sound, a dimension of sight, a dimension of mind. You’re moving into a land of both shadow and substance. Of things and ideas. You’ve just crossed over into … the ‘Harvest Zone.’” &nbsp; Harvest crews are making their way through wheat fields in my part of the world right now. As a farming family, this begins the busy season of not only harvesting wheat from the fields while racing the summer storms, but also finishing up the planting of our fall crops, and beginning the long, hot summer days of irrigation. Sprinkle in a variety of summer activities for our kids like Vacation Bible School, baseball games and swim lessons, and you have a swirling vortex of days that leave people like me asking at times, “What day is it?”&nbsp; &nbsp; It’s during this time of the year I have to intentionally look at my calendar every morning to identify which kid has a baseball game that evening, if I have a scheduled Zoom call at some point during the day, or if my newspaper column is due. In reality, I also have to look at my calendar to know what the actual&nbsp;day is. &nbsp; It’s during this part of the year where I intentionally set two alerts on all of my calendar entries. One alert is set for “1 day before” and the second for “1 hour before” to help remind me of daily events.&nbsp; &nbsp; And it’s during this part of the year while conducting my daily morning calendar review, I will also routinely set alarms on my phone to go off approximately 30-minutes prior to any calendar entries that demand me to be at a certain place at a certain time.&nbsp; &nbsp; While it seems excessive, all of this helps me to avoid wandering through a timeless dimension exacerbated by the hustle of wheat harvest and other continuously flowing summer farm and family tasks and appointments that can easily blend into one big summer blur if not contained. &nbsp; To know what day&nbsp;it is and to be aware of what time&nbsp;it is helps me stay as grounded and focused as possible. These are the steps I take to keep moving forward and not overlook important tasks needing my attention.&nbsp; &nbsp; Whether it’s getting my kids to their games on time, delivering seed to a field at the right time, or consistently delivering our harvest crew their meals twice daily at mealtime, it’s just one of the ways I try to maintain awareness of real time&nbsp;while living in the “Harvest Zone.”"Insight" is a weekly column published by Kansas Farm Bureau, the state's largest farm organization whose mission is to strengthen agriculture and the lives of Kansans through advocacy, education and service.&nbsp;Copyright © 2022 Kansas Farm Bureau, All rights reserved.

INSIGHT: The Harvest Zone

Today is Wednesday, June 22, the 173rd day of 2022. There are 192 days left in the year.

On June 22, 1940, during World War II, Adolf Hitler gained a stunning victory as France was forced to sign an armistice eight days after German forces overran Paris.

In 1815, Napoleon Bonaparte abdicated for a second time as Emperor of the French.

In 1870, the United States Department of Justice was created.

In 1937, Joe Louis began his reign as world heavyweight boxing champion by knocking out Jim Braddock in the eighth round of their fight in Chicago. (A year later on this date, Louis knocked out Max Schmeling in the first round of their rematch at Yankee Stadium.)

In 1941, Nazi Germany launched Operation Barbarossa, a massive invasion of the Soviet Union.

In 1944, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944, more popularly known as the "GI Bill of Rights."

In 1945, the World War II battle for Okinawa ended with an Allied victory.

In 1965, movie producer David O. Selznick ("Gone with the Wind") died in Los Angeles at age 63.

In 1970, President Richard Nixon signed an extension of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 that lowered the minimum voting age to 18.

In 1977, John N. Mitchell became the first former U.S. Attorney General to go to prison as he began serving a sentence for his role in the Watergate cover-up. (He was released 19 months later.)

In 1981, Mark David Chapman pleaded guilty to killing rock star John Lennon. Abolhassan Bani-Sadr was deposed as president of Iran.

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 </figure>By THE ASSOCIATED PRESSToday is Wednesday, June 22, the 173rd day of 2022. There are 192 days left in the year.Today's Highlight in History:On June 22, 1940, during World War II, Adolf Hitler gained a stunning victory as France was forced to sign an armistice eight days after German forces overran Paris.On this date:In 1815, Napoleon Bonaparte abdicated for a second time as Emperor of the French.In 1870, the United States Department of Justice was created.In 1937, Joe Louis began his reign as world heavyweight boxing champion by knocking out Jim Braddock in the eighth round of their fight in Chicago. (A year later on this date, Louis knocked out Max Schmeling in the first round of their rematch at Yankee Stadium.)In 1941, Nazi Germany launched Operation Barbarossa, a massive invasion of the Soviet Union.In 1944, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944, more popularly known as the "GI Bill of Rights."In 1945, the World War II battle for Okinawa ended with an Allied victory.In 1965, movie producer David O. Selznick ("Gone with the Wind") died in Los Angeles at age 63.In 1970, President Richard Nixon signed an extension of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 that lowered the minimum voting age to 18.In 1977, John N. Mitchell became the first former U.S. Attorney General to go to prison as he began serving a sentence for his role in the Watergate cover-up. (He was released 19 months later.)In 1981, Mark David Chapman pleaded guilty to killing rock star John Lennon. Abolhassan Bani-Sadr was deposed as president of Iran.In 1992, the U.S. Supreme Court, in R.A.V. v. City of St. Paul, unanimously ruled that "hate crime" laws that banned cross burning and similar expressions of racial bias violated free-speech rights.In 1999, in a major upset at Wimbledon, top-ranked Martina Hingis lost 6-2, 6-0 in the opening round to Jelena Dokic, a 16-year-old qualifier ranked 129th.Ten years ago: Ex-Penn State assistant coach Jerry Sandusky was convicted by a jury in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, on 45 counts of sexually assaulting 10 boys over 15 years. (Sandusky is serving a 30- to 60-year state prison sentence.)Five years ago: An online conspiracy theory dubbed "pizzagate" ended with real-world consequences as a North Carolina man was sentenced to four years in prison for firing an assault rifle inside Comet Ping Pong, a Washington, D.C. pizza restaurant. California officials denied parole for convicted killer Patricia Krenwinkel, a follower of cult leader Charles Manson, for the 1969 slayings of pregnant actor Sharon Tate and four other people. The Philadelphia 76ers selected guard Markelle Fultz with the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft.One year ago: A government watchdog reported that deaths among Medicare patients in nursing homes had soared by 32% in 2020; it was the most comprehensive look yet at the ravages of COVID-19 among its most vulnerable victims. Kobe Bryant's widow agreed to settle a lawsuit against the pilot and owners of the helicopter that crashed in January 2020, killing the NBA star, their daughter, Gianna, and seven others; terms of the settlement weren't disclosed. After finishing with the second-worst record in the NBA, the Detroit Pistons won the NBA draft lottery, securing the No. 1 pick. (The Pistons would select Oklahoma State guard Cade Cunningham.)Today's Birthdays: Actor Prunella Scales (TV: "Fawlty Towers") is 90. Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., is 89. Singer-actor Kris Kristofferson is 86. Actor Michael Lerner is 81. Actor Klaus Maria Brandauer is 79. Fox News analyst Brit Hume is 79. Singer/producer Peter Asher (Peter and Gordon) is 78. Singer Howard "Eddie" Kaylan is 75. Singer-musician Todd Rundgren is 74. Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., is 73. Actor Meryl Streep is 73. Actor Lindsay Wagner is 73. Singer Alan Osmond is 73. Actor Graham Greene is 70. Pop singer Cyndi Lauper is 69. Actor Chris Lemmon is 68. Rock musician Derek Forbes is 66. Actor Tim Russ is 66. Rock musician Garry Beers (INXS) is 65. Actor-producer-writer Bruce Campbell is 64. Rock musician Alan Anton (Cowboy Junkies) is 63. Actor Tracy Pollan is 62. Environmental activist Erin Brockovich is 62. Rock singer-musician Jimmy Somerville is 61. Basketball Hall of Famer Clyde Drexler is 60. Actor Amy Brenneman is 58. Author Dan Brown is 58. Rock singer-musician Mike Edwards (Jesus Jones) is 58. Rock singer Steven Page is 52. Actor Michael Trucco is 52. Actor Mary Lynn Rajskub is 51. TV personality Carson Daly is 49. Rock musician Chris Traynor is 49. Actor Donald Faison is 48. Actor Alicia Goranson is 48. Actor-comedian Mike O'Brien (TV: "Saturday Night Live") is 46. TV personality/actor Jai Rodriguez is 43. Americana singer-songwriter John Moreland is 37. Pop singer Dinah Jane (Fifth Harmony) (TV: "The X Factor") is 25.