REPUBLIC COUNTY—A Kansas man died in an accident just after 8a.m. Tuesday in Republic County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2004 Harley Davidson Road King motorcycle driven by Scott&nbsp;McIntosh, 58, Olathe, was eastbound on U.S. 36 two miles east of Bellville.&nbsp;

The motorcycle attempted to pass a 2004 GMC Yukon driven by Bradley Dean Hansen, 43, Concordia, who was slowing down to turn left on Talmo Road. 

The motorcycle struck the SUV. McIntosh was ejected from the motorcycle and struck the guardrail. He was pronounced dead at the scene and was transported to&nbsp; Bachelor-Faulkner-Dart-Surber Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Hansen was not injured and not wearing a seat belt, according to the KHP. McIntosh was wearing a helmet, according to the KHP.

REPUBLIC COUNTY—A Kansas man died in an accident just after 8a.m. Tuesday in Republic County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2004 Harley Davidson Road King motorcycle driven by Scott&nbsp;McIntosh, 58, Olathe, was eastbound on U.S. 36 two miles east of Bellville.&nbsp;The motorcycle attempted to pass a 2004 GMC Yukon driven by Bradley Dean Hansen, 43, Concordia, who was slowing down to turn left on Talmo Road. The motorcycle struck the SUV. McIntosh was ejected from the motorcycle and struck the guardrail. He was pronounced dead at the scene and was transported to&nbsp; Bachelor-Faulkner-Dart-Surber Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;Hansen was not injured and not wearing a seat belt, according to the KHP. McIntosh was wearing a helmet, according to the KHP.

Kansas man dies after motorcycle rear-ends SUV

UPDATE 9 p.m. Tuesday: Ellsworth and Lincoln counties have been dropped from the severe thunderstorm watch.

The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Okla., has issued a severe thunderstorm watch in effect until 11 p.m. for the following counties in our area.

UPDATE 9 p.m. Tuesday: Ellsworth and Lincoln counties have been dropped from the severe thunderstorm watch.National Weather ServiceThe National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Okla., has issued a severe thunderstorm watch in effect until 11 p.m. for the following counties in our area.Cloud CountyEllsworth CountyJewell CountyLincoln CountyMitchell CountyRepublic County

UPDATE: Severe thunderstorm watch has expired

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APAC Kansas, Incorporated, has been building the heartland from the ground up for more than a century.

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APAC-Salina is growing and we are hiring for all positions. From truck drivers to mechanics to construction laborers, APAC has your next career.

We offer great pay and benefits. APAC Kansas, Incorporated, is an equal opportunity employer.

<a href="https://jobs.crh.com/search/?searchby=location&amp;q=Shears&amp;locationsearch=Kansas">Click here to see available positions and apply</a>!

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Solomon Festival announces 2 days of events for 2022

Eagle Radio in Salina is asking you to help pump up the volume during the Salina Community Blood Drive June 27-29.

Blood donations decline in late spring and early summer – especially during holiday weeks, like Memorial Day and Independence Day – but the need for blood and platelet transfusions doesn’t take a summer break, according to the American Red Cross. Generous blood and platelet donors are critically important in ensuring lifesaving care is available the moment patients need it.

The schedule for the Salina Community Blood Drive at Sunrise Presbyterian Church, 825 E. Beloit Avenue, is as follows.

Persons who donate will be eligible for a $5 e-gift card to a merchant of their choice.

There are multiple ways to scheduled an appointment to give blood, including the following.

Go to <a href="http://RedCrossBlood.org">RedCrossBlood.org</a>

Use sponsor code salina when making an appointment.

Eagle Radio in Salina includes 99KG, 94.5 PRIME, KINA, and Salina Post.

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 </figure>By SALINA POSTEagle Radio in Salina is asking you to help pump up the volume during the Salina Community Blood Drive June 27-29.Blood donations decline in late spring and early summer – especially during holiday weeks, like Memorial Day and Independence Day – but the need for blood and platelet transfusions doesn’t take a summer break, according to the American Red Cross. Generous blood and platelet donors are critically important in ensuring lifesaving care is available the moment patients need it.The schedule for the Salina Community Blood Drive at Sunrise Presbyterian Church, 825 E. Beloit Avenue, is as follows.June 27: noon-6:30 p.m.June 28: noon-6:30 p.m.June 29: 8 a.m.-2 p.m.Persons who donate will be eligible for a $5 e-gift card to a merchant of their choice.There are multiple ways to scheduled an appointment to give blood, including the following.Go to <a href="http://RedCrossBlood.org">RedCrossBlood.org</a>Call 1-800-RED CROSSUse the Red Cross Blood Donor appUse sponsor code salina when making an appointment.Eagle Radio in Salina includes 99KG, 94.5 PRIME, KINA, and Salina Post.

Make your appointment now for Salina Community Blood Drive

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina Post

A person wanted in connection to a late Monday pursuit in north Salina also is believed to be connected to an early Tuesday morning attempted felony theft in the western part of the city.

At approximately 11:15 p.m. Monday, a patrol officer who was southbound in the 500 block of N. Ohio Street saw a northbound SUV with very dim headlights, Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said this morning. The officer reported that as the SUV got closer, it quickly swerved toward the center lane in the direction of the patrol vehicle before continuing northbound and speeding off. As it passed the patrol vehicle, the officer noticed that the SUV didn't have working tail lights.

The officer turned around to attempt to catch up with the SUV, identified as a silver 2002 GMC Envoy, and finally did so traveling westbound in the 600 block of E. Pacific Avenue, where a traffic stop was attempted.

The Envoy failed to stop and a pursuit around the north part of the city ensued, however, after the Envoy failed to stop at several stop signs, the officer stopped the pursuit near the intersection of E. Woodland Avenue and N. Fourth Street, Forrester said.

A bit later, the officer located the unoccupied Envoy nearby on Forest Avenue. A witness told police that a White male with no shirt and wearing shorts took off running northbound on Fifth Street.

The officer returned to the Envoy, which had caught on fire, Forrester said. The Salina Fire Department arrived and extinguished the blaze.

Police spoke with the registered owner of the Envoy and believe they may know who the driver was, Forrester said.

Then, at approximately 1:40 a.m. Tuesday, someone attempted to steal a four-wheeler from the backyard of a residence in the 1400 block of Cheyenne Avenue in west Salina. 

The 19-year-old owner woke up when someone opened the metal gate at the back of the yard. Forrester said the owner reported seeing a White male who he has known for several years attempting to push a 2001 Yamaha 660 Raptor out of the yard. The four-wheeler is valued at $2,000.

The suspect took off before police arrived, however, he is believed to be the same person who was driving the SUV in the north Salina pursuit, Forrester said. 

Warrants are being requested for attempted felony theft and criminal trespassing, Forrester said.

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostA person wanted in connection to a late Monday pursuit in north Salina also is believed to be connected to an early Tuesday morning attempted felony theft in the western part of the city.At approximately 11:15 p.m. Monday, a patrol officer who was southbound in the 500 block of N. Ohio Street saw a northbound SUV with very dim headlights, Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said this morning. The officer reported that as the SUV got closer, it quickly swerved toward the center lane in the direction of the patrol vehicle before continuing northbound and speeding off. As it passed the patrol vehicle, the officer noticed that the SUV didn't have working tail lights.The officer turned around to attempt to catch up with the SUV, identified as a silver 2002 GMC Envoy, and finally did so traveling westbound in the 600 block of E. Pacific Avenue, where a traffic stop was attempted.The Envoy failed to stop and a pursuit around the north part of the city ensued, however, after the Envoy failed to stop at several stop signs, the officer stopped the pursuit near the intersection of E. Woodland Avenue and N. Fourth Street, Forrester said.A bit later, the officer located the unoccupied Envoy nearby on Forest Avenue. A witness told police that a White male with no shirt and wearing shorts took off running northbound on Fifth Street.The officer returned to the Envoy, which had caught on fire, Forrester said. The Salina Fire Department arrived and extinguished the blaze.Police spoke with the registered owner of the Envoy and believe they may know who the driver was, Forrester said.Then, at approximately 1:40 a.m. Tuesday, someone attempted to steal a four-wheeler from the backyard of a residence in the 1400 block of Cheyenne Avenue in west Salina. The 19-year-old owner woke up when someone opened the metal gate at the back of the yard. Forrester said the owner reported seeing a White male who he has known for several years attempting to push a 2001 Yamaha 660 Raptor out of the yard. The four-wheeler is valued at $2,000.The suspect took off before police arrived, however, he is believed to be the same person who was driving the SUV in the north Salina pursuit, Forrester said. Warrants are being requested for attempted felony theft and criminal trespassing, Forrester said.The investigation is continuing.

Police looking for person believed connected to 2 cases

A local woman was cited for failure to yield after a two-vehicle injury wreck Monday morning in central Salina.

Samantha Panuco, 25, of Salina, attempted to turn left onto E. Crawford Street from Elmore Drive in a 2017 GMC Acadia when the vehicle struck a westbound 2015 Mazda 6 driven by Tracie Smucker, 54, of Salina, Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said this morning. The wreck occurred at approximately 7:10 a.m. Monday.

Smucker possibly received injuries from the air bag deployment, Forrester said. 

Both vehicles received front-end damage and were towed.

Forrester said Panuco was cited for failure to yield the right-of-way.

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostA local woman was cited for failure to yield after a two-vehicle injury wreck Monday morning in central Salina.Samantha Panuco, 25, of Salina, attempted to turn left onto E. Crawford Street from Elmore Drive in a 2017 GMC Acadia when the vehicle struck a westbound 2015 Mazda 6 driven by Tracie Smucker, 54, of Salina, Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said this morning. The wreck occurred at approximately 7:10 a.m. Monday.Smucker possibly received injuries from the air bag deployment, Forrester said. Both vehicles received front-end damage and were towed.Forrester said Panuco was cited for failure to yield the right-of-way.

Driver cited for two-vehicle wreck in central Salina Monday

UPDATE 5:30 p.m. Tuesday: According to a post on the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SalineCountyKS">Saline County Kansas Facebook page</a>, Old 40 Highway has been reopened and gas and electricity have been restored to the area.

UPDATE noon Tuesday:&nbsp;Law enforcement authorities were on the scene of a single-vehicle accident in Saline County. Old 40 Highway between N. Ohio Street and N. Simpson Road was shut down when the vehicle struck a power pole and gas line, according to the Kansas Highway Patrol.

A vehicle accident has caused damage to a natural gas pipeline on E. Old Highway 40 east of Salina. 

Kansas Gas and the Salina Regional HazMat Team - a part of the Salina Fire Department - are on the scene. The road is closed at the Simpson and Old 40 intersection until further notice.

Residents within a one-mile radius north and east of the area are encouraged to evacuate their homes until further notice.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>UPDATE 5:30 p.m. Tuesday: According to a post on the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SalineCountyKS">Saline County Kansas Facebook page</a>, Old 40 Highway has been reopened and gas and electricity have been restored to the area.UPDATE noon Tuesday:&nbsp;Law enforcement authorities were on the scene of a single-vehicle accident in Saline County. Old 40 Highway between N. Ohio Street and N. Simpson Road was shut down when the vehicle struck a power pole and gas line, according to the Kansas Highway Patrol.Saline CountyA vehicle accident has caused damage to a natural gas pipeline on E. Old Highway 40 east of Salina. Kansas Gas and the Salina Regional HazMat Team - a part of the Salina Fire Department - are on the scene. The road is closed at the Simpson and Old 40 intersection until further notice. Please avoid the area. Residents within a one-mile radius north and east of the area are encouraged to evacuate their homes until further notice.&nbsp;&nbsp;

UPDATE: Old 40 reopened after wreck damages gas pipeline

K-State News and Communications Services

MANHATTAN — A $297,000 Upward Bound grant from the U.S. Department of Education will help Kansas State University continue preparing low-income, first-generation students from four Kansas secondary schools for college. K-State will use the grant to continue Upward Bound services to students at Clay Center Community High School,&nbsp;Clay Center; Ell-Saline Middle-High School,&nbsp;Brookville; Lincoln Junior and Senior High School,&nbsp;Lincoln; and Newton High School,&nbsp;Newton. The services include academic enrichment courses, personal mentoring and coaching, and assistance with college, financial aid and scholarship applications. Upward Bound, one of the federal TRIO programs, is an intensive intervention program that prepares students for higher education.&nbsp;At least two-thirds of the students in each local Upward Bound program are from low-income economic backgrounds and families in which neither parent has a bachelor's degree. K-State has been offering the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.salina.k-state.edu/upwardbound/" target="_blank">Upward Bound</a>&nbsp;program for 19 years, with the current program based at&nbsp;<a href="https://salina.k-state.edu/" target="_blank">Kansas State University Aerospace and Technology Campus</a>&nbsp;in Salina. The program is offered through the university's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.k-state.edu/student-success/" target="_blank">Office of Student Success</a>. Upward Bound programs provide students instruction in literature, composition, mathematics, science and foreign language during the school year and a six-week, campus-based summer experience. Upward Bound also provides intensive mentoring and support for students as they prepare for college entrance exams and tackle admission applications, financial aid packages, and scholarship forms. "Upward Bound affords our students the opportunity to achieve their full potential, exceed expectations and surpass all odds on their journey to success," said Monshonda Booker, K-State Upward Bound director. According to the Department of Education, 86% of Upward Bound participants enroll in postsecondary institutions immediately following high school graduation. In 2021, more than 70,000 students participated in 966 Upward Bound TRIO projects throughout the United States and its territories. "Upward Bound is a powerful way for K-State to live out its mission of&nbsp;service to develop a highly skilled and educated citizenry necessary to advancing the well-being of Kansas, the nation," said&nbsp;Stephanie Bannister, assistant vice provost for student success at K-State. "Our staff and scholars from the Office of Student Success are excited that this new grant continues this outstanding program." In 1964, the Economic Opportunity Act established Upward Bound as a pilot program in response to the War on Poverty. It was the first of seven federal TRIO programs to later be authorized by the Higher Education Act of 1965 to help students succeed in higher education.&nbsp; &nbsp;

K-State News and Communications ServicesMANHATTAN — A $297,000 Upward Bound grant from the U.S. Department of Education will help Kansas State University continue preparing low-income, first-generation students from four Kansas secondary schools for college. K-State will use the grant to continue Upward Bound services to students at Clay Center Community High School,&nbsp;Clay Center; Ell-Saline Middle-High School,&nbsp;Brookville; Lincoln Junior and Senior High School,&nbsp;Lincoln; and Newton High School,&nbsp;Newton. The services include academic enrichment courses, personal mentoring and coaching, and assistance with college, financial aid and scholarship applications. Upward Bound, one of the federal TRIO programs, is an intensive intervention program that prepares students for higher education.&nbsp;At least two-thirds of the students in each local Upward Bound program are from low-income economic backgrounds and families in which neither parent has a bachelor's degree. K-State has been offering the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.salina.k-state.edu/upwardbound/" target="_blank">Upward Bound</a>&nbsp;program for 19 years, with the current program based at&nbsp;<a href="https://salina.k-state.edu/" target="_blank">Kansas State University Aerospace and Technology Campus</a>&nbsp;in Salina. The program is offered through the university's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.k-state.edu/student-success/" target="_blank">Office of Student Success</a>. Upward Bound programs provide students instruction in literature, composition, mathematics, science and foreign language during the school year and a six-week, campus-based summer experience. Upward Bound also provides intensive mentoring and support for students as they prepare for college entrance exams and tackle admission applications, financial aid packages, and scholarship forms. "Upward Bound affords our students the opportunity to achieve their full potential, exceed expectations and surpass all odds on their journey to success," said Monshonda Booker, K-State Upward Bound director. According to the Department of Education, 86% of Upward Bound participants enroll in postsecondary institutions immediately following high school graduation. In 2021, more than 70,000 students participated in 966 Upward Bound TRIO projects throughout the United States and its territories. "Upward Bound is a powerful way for K-State to live out its mission of&nbsp;service to develop a highly skilled and educated citizenry necessary to advancing the well-being of Kansas, the nation," said&nbsp;Stephanie Bannister, assistant vice provost for student success at K-State. "Our staff and scholars from the Office of Student Success are excited that this new grant continues this outstanding program." In 1964, the Economic Opportunity Act established Upward Bound as a pilot program in response to the War on Poverty. It was the first of seven federal TRIO programs to later be authorized by the Higher Education Act of 1965 to help students succeed in higher education.&nbsp; &nbsp;

K-State using grant to help area students access higher education

Bethany College Advancement and Alumni Office

LINDSBORG - The Bethany College Advancement and Alumni Office invites all alumni and friends to an End of the Fiscal Year Celebration.

The festivities will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 30 at Stolz Circle on campus in front of Presser Hall. 

Bethany is celebrating the tremendous generosity that has been and continues to be received.&nbsp;Join us as we celebrate with food, fun, and games as Bethany wraps up a successful fiscal year. 

Parking is available behind the Nelson Science Center at 444 N. 2nd Street.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bethany College Advancement and Alumni OfficeLINDSBORG - The Bethany College Advancement and Alumni Office invites all alumni and friends to an End of the Fiscal Year Celebration.The festivities will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 30 at Stolz Circle on campus in front of Presser Hall. Bethany is celebrating the tremendous generosity that has been and continues to be received.&nbsp;Join us as we celebrate with food, fun, and games as Bethany wraps up a successful fiscal year. Parking is available behind the Nelson Science Center at 444 N. 2nd Street.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bethany celebrating successful fiscal year; alums, friends invited

Today is Tuesday, June 14, the 165th day of 2022. There are 200 days left in the year. This is Flag Day.

On June 14, 1775, the Continental Army, forerunner of the United States Army, was created.

In 1777, the Second Continental Congress approved the design of the original American flag.

In 1846, a group of U.S. settlers in Sonoma proclaimed the Republic of California.

In 1911, the British ocean liner RMS Olympic set out on its maiden voyage for New York, arriving one week later. (The ship's captain was Edward John Smith, who went on to command the ill-fated RMS Titanic the following year.)

In 1919, John Alcock and Arthur Whitten Brown embarked on the first non-stop flight across the Atlantic Ocean. (Flying a Vickers Vimy biplane bomber, they took off from St. Johns, Newfoundland, Canada and arrived 16 1/2 hours later in Clifden, Ireland.)

In 1940, German troops entered Paris during World War II; the same day, the Nazis began transporting prisoners to the Auschwitz concentration camp in German-occupied Poland.

In 1943, the U.S. Supreme Court, in West Virginia State Board of Education v. Barnette, ruled 6-3 that public school students could not be forced to salute the flag of the United States.

In 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed a measure adding the phrase "under God" to the Pledge of Allegiance.

In 1967, California Gov. Ronald Reagan signed a bill liberalizing his state's abortion law.

In 1972, the Environmental Protection Agency ordered a ban on domestic use of the pesticide DDT, to take effect at year's end.

In 1982, Argentine forces surrendered to British troops on the disputed Falkland Islands.

In 1993, President Bill Clinton nominated Judge Ruth Bader Ginsburg to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court.

In 2005, Michelle Wie, 15, became the first female player to qualify for an adult male U.S. Golf Association championship, tying for first place in a 36-hole U.S. Amateur Public Links sectional qualifying tournament.

Ten years ago: In dueling speeches in the battleground state of Ohio, Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney, speaking in Cincinnati, described the Obama administration as the very "enemy" of people who create jobs; President Barack Obama, going second in Cleveland, asked the nation to buy into his vision for four more years or face a return to the recession-era "mistakes of the past."

Five years ago: A rifle-wielding gunman opened fire on Republican lawmakers at a congressional baseball practice in Alexandria, Virginia, wounding House Whip Steve Scalise and several others; the assailant died in a battle with police. Fire ripped through the 24-story Grenfell Tower in West London, killing 71 people.

One year ago: Joe Biden used his first appearance as president at the NATO summit in Brussels to call on Russian President Vladimir Putin to step back from provocative actions targeting the U.S. and allies. U.S. health officials announced a one-year ban on bringing in dogs from more than 100 countries where rabies was still a problem. The Senate voted to confirm Ketanji Brown Jackson to the nation's second most powerful court, the federal appeals court in Washington, D.C. (Jackson would win Senate confirmation to the Supreme Court in April 2022.)

Today's Birthdays: Actor Marla Gibbs is 91. House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, D-Md., is 83. Country-rock musician Spooner Oldham is 79. Rock singer Rod Argent (The Zombies; Argent) is 77. Former President Donald Trump is 76. Singer Janet Lennon (The Lennon Sisters) is 76. Rock musician Barry Melton is 75. Actor Will Patton is 68. Olympic gold medal speed skater Eric Heiden is 64. Jazz musician Marcus Miller is 63. Singer Boy George is 61. Rock musician Chris DeGarmo is 59. Actor Traylor Howard is 56. Actor Yasmine Bleeth is 54. Actor Faizon Love is 54. Actor Stephen Wallem is 54. International Tennis Hall of Famer Steffi Graf is 53. Actor Sullivan Stapleton is 45. Screenwriter Diablo Cody is 44. Classical pianist Lang Lang is 40. Actor Lawrence Saint-Victor is 40. Actor Torrance Coombs is 39. Actor J.R. Martinez is 39. Actor-singer Kevin McHale is 34. Actor Lucy Hale is 33. Pop singer Jesy Nelson (Little Mix) is 31. Country singer Joel Crouse is 30. Actor Daryl Sabara is 30.

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 </figure>By THE ASSOCIATED PRESSToday is Tuesday, June 14, the 165th day of 2022. There are 200 days left in the year. This is Flag Day.Today's Highlight in History:On June 14, 1775, the Continental Army, forerunner of the United States Army, was created.On this date:In 1777, the Second Continental Congress approved the design of the original American flag.In 1846, a group of U.S. settlers in Sonoma proclaimed the Republic of California.In 1911, the British ocean liner RMS Olympic set out on its maiden voyage for New York, arriving one week later. (The ship's captain was Edward John Smith, who went on to command the ill-fated RMS Titanic the following year.)In 1919, John Alcock and Arthur Whitten Brown embarked on the first non-stop flight across the Atlantic Ocean. (Flying a Vickers Vimy biplane bomber, they took off from St. Johns, Newfoundland, Canada and arrived 16 1/2 hours later in Clifden, Ireland.)In 1940, German troops entered Paris during World War II; the same day, the Nazis began transporting prisoners to the Auschwitz concentration camp in German-occupied Poland.In 1943, the U.S. Supreme Court, in West Virginia State Board of Education v. Barnette, ruled 6-3 that public school students could not be forced to salute the flag of the United States.In 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed a measure adding the phrase "under God" to the Pledge of Allegiance.In 1967, California Gov. Ronald Reagan signed a bill liberalizing his state's abortion law.In 1972, the Environmental Protection Agency ordered a ban on domestic use of the pesticide DDT, to take effect at year's end.In 1982, Argentine forces surrendered to British troops on the disputed Falkland Islands.In 1993, President Bill Clinton nominated Judge Ruth Bader Ginsburg to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court.In 2005, Michelle Wie, 15, became the first female player to qualify for an adult male U.S. Golf Association championship, tying for first place in a 36-hole U.S. Amateur Public Links sectional qualifying tournament.Ten years ago: In dueling speeches in the battleground state of Ohio, Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney, speaking in Cincinnati, described the Obama administration as the very "enemy" of people who create jobs; President Barack Obama, going second in Cleveland, asked the nation to buy into his vision for four more years or face a return to the recession-era "mistakes of the past."Five years ago: A rifle-wielding gunman opened fire on Republican lawmakers at a congressional baseball practice in Alexandria, Virginia, wounding House Whip Steve Scalise and several others; the assailant died in a battle with police. Fire ripped through the 24-story Grenfell Tower in West London, killing 71 people.One year ago: Joe Biden used his first appearance as president at the NATO summit in Brussels to call on Russian President Vladimir Putin to step back from provocative actions targeting the U.S. and allies. U.S. health officials announced a one-year ban on bringing in dogs from more than 100 countries where rabies was still a problem. The Senate voted to confirm Ketanji Brown Jackson to the nation's second most powerful court, the federal appeals court in Washington, D.C. (Jackson would win Senate confirmation to the Supreme Court in April 2022.)Today's Birthdays: Actor Marla Gibbs is 91. House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, D-Md., is 83. Country-rock musician Spooner Oldham is 79. Rock singer Rod Argent (The Zombies; Argent) is 77. Former President Donald Trump is 76. Singer Janet Lennon (The Lennon Sisters) is 76. Rock musician Barry Melton is 75. Actor Will Patton is 68. Olympic gold medal speed skater Eric Heiden is 64. Jazz musician Marcus Miller is 63. Singer Boy George is 61. Rock musician Chris DeGarmo is 59. Actor Traylor Howard is 56. Actor Yasmine Bleeth is 54. Actor Faizon Love is 54. Actor Stephen Wallem is 54. International Tennis Hall of Famer Steffi Graf is 53. Actor Sullivan Stapleton is 45. Screenwriter Diablo Cody is 44. Classical pianist Lang Lang is 40. Actor Lawrence Saint-Victor is 40. Actor Torrance Coombs is 39. Actor J.R. Martinez is 39. Actor-singer Kevin McHale is 34. Actor Lucy Hale is 33. Pop singer Jesy Nelson (Little Mix) is 31. Country singer Joel Crouse is 30. Actor Daryl Sabara is 30.

Today in History - June 14

TOPEKA&nbsp;– This year’s list of Kansas Notable Books continues the tradition of celebrating the rich stories and culture of Kansas.

“The 2022 Kansas Notable Books list recognizes 15 books written by Kansans or about Kansas,” said Ray Walling, Acting State Librarian.&nbsp; “Through their work, the authors take readers on a journey through the wetlands of the Cheyenne Bottoms to the baseball fields of the Kansas City Monarchs.&nbsp; Readers can be transported back in time to the 1887 election in&nbsp;Argonia or to the epic battle of twin sisters enabled with superpowers facing a sinister force. This year’s titles include something for everyone.&nbsp; I hope all Kansans will visit their local public library to check out these wonderful titles.”

Each year, the Kansas Notable Books list features 15 books, published during the previous calendar year, which are about or set in Kansas, or written by a Kansas author. This year’s selection committee includes representatives of public, university, and school libraries, teachers, academics, and writers.

Kansas Notable Books authors will be awarded their medals at the Kansas Book Festival on September 24 at Washburn University. The public is invited.

Kansas Notable Books is a project of the Kansas Center for the Book, a program at the State Library of Kansas which is the state affiliate of the Library of Congress Center for the Book. The mission of the Kansas Center for the Book is to highlight the state’s literary heritage and foster an interest in books, reading, and libraries.

For more information or questions about Kansas Notable Books program, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA2MDMuNTg4ODM1MzEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwOi8va3NsaWIuaW5mby9ub3RhYmxlYm9va3MifQ.NN6YUt_BmpIteeUlWwTlWovcWXxdrK2ZwWn2rIVR__0/s/1419840138/br/132405071221-l" target="_blank">kslib.info/notablebooks</a>&nbsp;or contact the State Library of Kansas at 785-296-3296 or email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:infodesk@ks.gov" target="_blank">infodesk@ks.gov</a>.

Ava: A Year of Adventure in the Life of an American Avocet&nbsp;by Mandy Kern (Great Bend), illustrated by Onalee Nicklin (Emporia), Meadowlark Press

Blue Collar Saint: Poems&nbsp;by Brenda Leigh White (Emporia), Meadowlark Press

Field Journal: Volume XIII, 2021, The Santa Fe Trail&nbsp;by Symphony in the Flint Hills (Cottonwood Falls)

From This Moment: A Novel&nbsp;by Kim Vogel Sawyer (Hutchinson), Waterbrook

The Greatest Thing: A Story About Buck O'Neil&nbsp;by Kristy Nerstheimer (Overland Park), illustrated by Christian Paniagua, (Queens, NY) The Little Fig

Haven’s Secret (The Powers Book 1)&nbsp;by Melissa Benoist, Jessica Benoist (Council Grove), Mariko Tamaki, Abrams Books

How to Resist Amazon and Why&nbsp;by Danny Caine (Lawrence), Microcosm Publishing

Killing Dragons: Order of the Dolphin&nbsp;by Kristie Clark (Jetmore), Delphi Imprint

Mad Prairie: Stories and a Novella&nbsp;by Kate McIntyre (Worcester MA), University of Georgia Press

Policing Sex in the Sunflower State: The Story of the Kansas State Industrial Farm for Women&nbsp;by Nicole Perry (Lawrence), University Press of Kansas

Running Out: In Search of Water on the High Plains&nbsp;by Lucas Bessire (Norman OK), Princeton University Press

Stormbreak: A Seafire Novel&nbsp;by Natalie C. Parker (Lawrence), Razorbill

A Vote for Susanna: The First Woman Mayor&nbsp;by Karen M. Greenwald (Rockville MD), illustrated&nbsp;by Sian James (Cambridge UK), Albert Whitman &amp; Co.

White Hot Hate: A True Story of Domestic Terrorism in America's Heartland&nbsp;by Dick Lehr (Belmont MA), Mariner Books

Words Is a Powerful Thing: Twenty Years of Teaching Creative Writing at Douglas County Jail&nbsp;by Brian Daldorph (Lawrence), University Press of Kansas

The State Library of Kansas – To learn more, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.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._EZPBeL1bRGO7MCk300Tn9Yx04vKZIUvo-LJSC23Sas/s/1419840138/br/132405071221-l" target="_blank">kslib.info</a>.

State Library of KansasTOPEKA&nbsp;– This year’s list of Kansas Notable Books continues the tradition of celebrating the rich stories and culture of Kansas.“The 2022 Kansas Notable Books list recognizes 15 books written by Kansans or about Kansas,” said Ray Walling, Acting State Librarian.&nbsp; “Through their work, the authors take readers on a journey through the wetlands of the Cheyenne Bottoms to the baseball fields of the Kansas City Monarchs.&nbsp; Readers can be transported back in time to the 1887 election in&nbsp;Argonia or to the epic battle of twin sisters enabled with superpowers facing a sinister force. This year’s titles include something for everyone.&nbsp; I hope all Kansans will visit their local public library to check out these wonderful titles.”Each year, the Kansas Notable Books list features 15 books, published during the previous calendar year, which are about or set in Kansas, or written by a Kansas author. This year’s selection committee includes representatives of public, university, and school libraries, teachers, academics, and writers.Kansas Notable Books authors will be awarded their medals at the Kansas Book Festival on September 24 at Washburn University. The public is invited.Kansas Notable Books is a project of the Kansas Center for the Book, a program at the State Library of Kansas which is the state affiliate of the Library of Congress Center for the Book. The mission of the Kansas Center for the Book is to highlight the state’s literary heritage and foster an interest in books, reading, and libraries.For more information or questions about Kansas Notable Books program, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA2MDMuNTg4ODM1MzEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwOi8va3NsaWIuaW5mby9ub3RhYmxlYm9va3MifQ.NN6YUt_BmpIteeUlWwTlWovcWXxdrK2ZwWn2rIVR__0/s/1419840138/br/132405071221-l" target="_blank">kslib.info/notablebooks</a>&nbsp;or contact the State Library of Kansas at 785-296-3296 or email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:infodesk@ks.gov" target="_blank">infodesk@ks.gov</a>.2022 Kansas Notable BooksAva: A Year of Adventure in the Life of an American Avocet&nbsp;by Mandy Kern (Great Bend), illustrated by Onalee Nicklin (Emporia), Meadowlark PressBlue Collar Saint: Poems&nbsp;by Brenda Leigh White (Emporia), Meadowlark PressField Journal: Volume XIII, 2021, The Santa Fe Trail&nbsp;by Symphony in the Flint Hills (Cottonwood Falls)From This Moment: A Novel&nbsp;by Kim Vogel Sawyer (Hutchinson), WaterbrookThe Greatest Thing: A Story About Buck O'Neil&nbsp;by Kristy Nerstheimer (Overland Park), illustrated by Christian Paniagua, (Queens, NY) The Little FigHaven’s Secret (The Powers Book 1)&nbsp;by Melissa Benoist, Jessica Benoist (Council Grove), Mariko Tamaki, Abrams BooksHow to Resist Amazon and Why&nbsp;by Danny Caine (Lawrence), Microcosm PublishingKilling Dragons: Order of the Dolphin&nbsp;by Kristie Clark (Jetmore), Delphi ImprintMad Prairie: Stories and a Novella&nbsp;by Kate McIntyre (Worcester MA), University of Georgia PressPolicing Sex in the Sunflower State: The Story of the Kansas State Industrial Farm for Women&nbsp;by Nicole Perry (Lawrence), University Press of KansasRunning Out: In Search of Water on the High Plains&nbsp;by Lucas Bessire (Norman OK), Princeton University PressStormbreak: A Seafire Novel&nbsp;by Natalie C. Parker (Lawrence), RazorbillA Vote for Susanna: The First Woman Mayor&nbsp;by Karen M. Greenwald (Rockville MD), illustrated&nbsp;by Sian James (Cambridge UK), Albert Whitman &amp; Co.White Hot Hate: A True Story of Domestic Terrorism in America's Heartland&nbsp;by Dick Lehr (Belmont MA), Mariner BooksWords Is a Powerful Thing: Twenty Years of Teaching Creative Writing at Douglas County Jail&nbsp;by Brian Daldorph (Lawrence), University Press of KansasThe State Library of Kansas – To learn more, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.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._EZPBeL1bRGO7MCk300Tn9Yx04vKZIUvo-LJSC23Sas/s/1419840138/br/132405071221-l" target="_blank">kslib.info</a>.

State library announces 2022 Kansas Notable Books

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Slight chance for strong storm north of I-70 Tuesday evening

EMPORIA - Emporia State University congratulates more than 750 undergraduates named to the university honor roll for spring 2022. Students from this area included on the list are:

To qualify for the university honor roll, students earned a minimum 3.80 semester grade point average in at least 12 graded hours.

EMPORIA - Emporia State University congratulates more than 750 undergraduates named to the university honor roll for spring 2022. Students from this area included on the list are:Courtney DeWeese of AbileneWhitney Gilbert of AbileneMichelle Young of AbilenePaige Goddard of BeloitLaura Marinhagen of BeverlyAbby Rowden of CantonPeyton Kitchens of ChapmanJillian Dreher of Clay CenterMcCanna Kopfer of Clay CenterBrandon Spielman of Clay CenterVanessa Almaguer of GypsumTanner Schneider of HeringtonHolly Brockmeier of HopeErica Linder of HopeKirstan DeVore of InmanTyler O Dell of LindsborgJalee Ortman of MankatoAllison Molleker of MarionMaria Stuchlik of MarionLauren Hein of McPhersonAislinn Hughes of McPhersonKayla Snyder of McPhersonWilliam Kalivoda of MiltonvaleTabitha Cowley of MorganvilleGretchen Cox of SalinaDiana Geist of SalinaBlake Olmsted of SalinaBrayden Soper of SalinaBailey Paden of SolomonTo qualify for the university honor roll, students earned a minimum 3.80 semester grade point average in at least 12 graded hours.

Local, area students on Emporia State spring honor roll

A proclamation, educational facilities revenue bonds, jail update, and initial 2023 budget requests are among the items on the Saline County Commission agenda for Tuesday.

Saline County Commission is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. Tuesday in room 107 of the City-County Building, 300 W. Ash Street. The meetings also can be viewed on Saline County’s YouTube channel:

<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwwZp_cTSJ3Nepp_5rOGevA">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwwZp_cTSJ3Nepp_5rOGevA</a>.

To participate in the meetings, citizens will need to use the Zoom link. Use the following link and put in the Meeting ID and passcode:

<a href="https://zoom.us/j/96835819901?pwd=bUEvaExUb2ppMEFaUnd6cUd6MmNMUT09">https://zoom.us/j/96835819901?pwd=bUEvaExUb2ppMEFaUnd6cUd6MmNMUT09</a>

For further information, contact the County Commission’s Office at (785) 309-5825.

Commissioners are scheduled to consider a request to proclaim Elder Abuse Awareness Month.

Additionally, commissioners are scheduled to conduct a public hearing and then consider adopting a resolution that would allow for the issuing of educational facilities revenue bonds on behalf of Kansas Wesleyan University.

"In 2012, Saline County issued revenue bonds on behalf of Kansas Wesleyan University (KWU) to finance various campus improvements. In 2020, the County issued new bonds to refund the 2012 bonds and add money for additional campus improvements. Today, KWU is seeking up to $6.3 million in funding for more campus improvements and is again requesting that the County serve as a conduit issuer to qualify these bonds as tax-exempt under federal law and reduce interest costs," according to information in the commission meeting packet.

There would be no county financial responsibility or liability for the bonds.

"The County will have no financial responsibility or liability for the bonds. This transaction does not present any credit risk to the County, nor does it jeopardize the potential issuance of remaining bonds for the jail project, as those are not anticipated to be issued until the summer of 2023," the meeting packet info noted.

Other items on the Saline County Commission agenda for Tuesday include the following.

●Hear an update and proposed changes for American Rescue Plan Act funding from County Administrator Phillip Smith-Hanes.

●Consider a franchise fee for Cox Communications, which has plans to expand its cable television service area in the unincorporated part of the county near Assaria.

●Hear an update about the new jail project.

●Hear initial 2023 budget requests from Smith-Hanes.

Additionally, commissioners are scheduled to meet in executive session for employer/employee negotiations.

To see the Saline County Commission meeting packet for Tuesday (a 200-page pdf), <a href="https://www.saline.org/Portals/0/Content/Commissioners/Documents/Agenda/Current/20220614.pdf?ver=W5oga1ksUBvUxuRjbj1j9A%3d%3d">click here</a>.

By SALINA POSTA proclamation, educational facilities revenue bonds, jail update, and initial 2023 budget requests are among the items on the Saline County Commission agenda for Tuesday.About the meetingSaline County Commission is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. Tuesday in room 107 of the City-County Building, 300 W. Ash Street. The meetings also can be viewed on Saline County’s YouTube channel:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwwZp_cTSJ3Nepp_5rOGevA">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwwZp_cTSJ3Nepp_5rOGevA</a>.To participate in the meetings, citizens will need to use the Zoom link. Use the following link and put in the Meeting ID and passcode:<a href="https://zoom.us/j/96835819901?pwd=bUEvaExUb2ppMEFaUnd6cUd6MmNMUT09">https://zoom.us/j/96835819901?pwd=bUEvaExUb2ppMEFaUnd6cUd6MmNMUT09</a>Meeting ID: 968 3581 9901Passcode: 144636For further information, contact the County Commission’s Office at (785) 309-5825.Agenda itemsCommissioners are scheduled to consider a request to proclaim Elder Abuse Awareness Month.Additionally, commissioners are scheduled to conduct a public hearing and then consider adopting a resolution that would allow for the issuing of educational facilities revenue bonds on behalf of Kansas Wesleyan University."In 2012, Saline County issued revenue bonds on behalf of Kansas Wesleyan University (KWU) to finance various campus improvements. In 2020, the County issued new bonds to refund the 2012 bonds and add money for additional campus improvements. Today, KWU is seeking up to $6.3 million in funding for more campus improvements and is again requesting that the County serve as a conduit issuer to qualify these bonds as tax-exempt under federal law and reduce interest costs," according to information in the commission meeting packet.There would be no county financial responsibility or liability for the bonds."The County will have no financial responsibility or liability for the bonds. This transaction does not present any credit risk to the County, nor does it jeopardize the potential issuance of remaining bonds for the jail project, as those are not anticipated to be issued until the summer of 2023," the meeting packet info noted.Other items on the Saline County Commission agenda for Tuesday include the following.●Hear an update and proposed changes for American Rescue Plan Act funding from County Administrator Phillip Smith-Hanes.●Consider a franchise fee for Cox Communications, which has plans to expand its cable television service area in the unincorporated part of the county near Assaria.●Hear an update about the new jail project.●Hear initial 2023 budget requests from Smith-Hanes.Additionally, commissioners are scheduled to meet in executive session for employer/employee negotiations.To see the Saline County Commission meeting packet for Tuesday (a 200-page pdf), <a href="https://www.saline.org/Portals/0/Content/Commissioners/Documents/Agenda/Current/20220614.pdf?ver=W5oga1ksUBvUxuRjbj1j9A%3d%3d">click here</a>.

Bonds, jail update, initial 2023 budget requests on county agenda

While recent rainfall has offered Saline County some much-needed moisture, it has also brought with it some unwelcome new residents- mosquitos!

At best mosquito bites cause skin irritation in the form of red bumps and itching, but more serious consequences of some mosquito bites may include transmission of malaria, dengue virus, Zika and West Nile virus. These serious diseases and viruses can be disabling and potentially deadly.

Not only can mosquitoes carry diseases that afflict humans, your furry friends - dogs and horses in particular - can also be seriously harmed by diseases and parasites spread by mosquitoes.

In an effort to help decrease and manage the mosquito population, Saline County offers low-cost Altosid briquets (more commonly known as "mosquito tablets" or "mosquito dunks") to treat your standing water.

Altosid briquets are available at the City-County Building in room 209. The office is open from 8 a.m. to noon, and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Small Briquets treat up to 75 gallons of water for up to 30 days without rain and are available for $2 each.

Large Briquets treat up to 150 gallons of water for up to 150 days (regardless of rain) and are available for $4 each.&nbsp;&nbsp;

You can help control the mosquito population

●Make Wednesday DUMP DAY and remove standing water in rain gutters, old tires, buckets, plastic covers, toys, etc.

●Empty and change water in rain bird baths, fountains, wading pools, pet bowls, etc.

●Drain or fill temporary pools of water with dirt.

●Keep swimming pool water treated and circulated.

●Stop by the City-County Building Room 209 and get low-cost Altosid briquets to treat your standing water.

●Control mosquito larvae using the appropriate methods for the habitat.

●Control adult mosquitoes using insecticides.

●Cover gaps in walls, doors, and windows to prevent mosquitoes from entering.

●Make sure windows and screens are in good working order.

●Completely cover baby carriers and beds with netting - when is necessary and you can do so safely.

●Keep mosquitoes away from exposed skin by wearing long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and socks. (We know. We know. It's HOT!)

●Tuck shirts into pants and pants into socks to cover gaps in your clothing where mosquitoes can get to your skin.

●Stay indoors when possible, especially if there is a mosquito-borne disease warning in effect.

●Use EPA-registered mosquito repellents when necessary and follow label directions and precautions closely.

●Use head nets, long sleeves and long pants if you venture into areas with high mosquito populations.

●Replace your outdoor lights with yellow "bug" lights, which tend to attract fewer mosquitoes than ordinary lights. The yellow lights are NOT repellents.

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 </figure>Saline CountyThey're baaaack! While recent rainfall has offered Saline County some much-needed moisture, it has also brought with it some unwelcome new residents- mosquitos! At best mosquito bites cause skin irritation in the form of red bumps and itching, but more serious consequences of some mosquito bites may include transmission of malaria, dengue virus, Zika and West Nile virus. These serious diseases and viruses can be disabling and potentially deadly. Not only can mosquitoes carry diseases that afflict humans, your furry friends - dogs and horses in particular - can also be seriously harmed by diseases and parasites spread by mosquitoes. In an effort to help decrease and manage the mosquito population, Saline County offers low-cost Altosid briquets (more commonly known as "mosquito tablets" or "mosquito dunks") to treat your standing water. Altosid briquets are available at the City-County Building in room 209. The office is open from 8 a.m. to noon, and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Small Briquets treat up to 75 gallons of water for up to 30 days without rain and are available for $2 each. Large Briquets treat up to 150 gallons of water for up to 150 days (regardless of rain) and are available for $4 each.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>You can help control the mosquito population</h2>Remove mosquito habitats●Make Wednesday DUMP DAY and remove standing water in rain gutters, old tires, buckets, plastic covers, toys, etc.●Empty and change water in rain bird baths, fountains, wading pools, pet bowls, etc.●Drain or fill temporary pools of water with dirt.●Keep swimming pool water treated and circulated.Use appropriate pesticides●Stop by the City-County Building Room 209 and get low-cost Altosid briquets to treat your standing water.●Control mosquito larvae using the appropriate methods for the habitat.●Control adult mosquitoes using insecticides.Use structural barriers●Cover gaps in walls, doors, and windows to prevent mosquitoes from entering.●Make sure windows and screens are in good working order.●Completely cover baby carriers and beds with netting - when is necessary and you can do so safely.Avoid getting bitten●Keep mosquitoes away from exposed skin by wearing long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and socks. (We know. We know. It's HOT!)●Tuck shirts into pants and pants into socks to cover gaps in your clothing where mosquitoes can get to your skin.●Stay indoors when possible, especially if there is a mosquito-borne disease warning in effect.●Use EPA-registered mosquito repellents when necessary and follow label directions and precautions closely.●Use head nets, long sleeves and long pants if you venture into areas with high mosquito populations.●Replace your outdoor lights with yellow "bug" lights, which tend to attract fewer mosquitoes than ordinary lights. The yellow lights are NOT repellents.

Saline County offers residents low-cost mosquito tablets

Another warm and humid night is expected tonight. Temperatures may struggle to get below the 80s across central Kansas.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceAnother warm and humid night is expected tonight. Temperatures may struggle to get below the 80s across central Kansas.

On a hot summer night...temps expected to hover around 80

UPDATE MONDAY: The wind advisory has been canceled.

The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a wind advisory in effect until 10 p.m. Monday for the following counties in our area.

South winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph are expected. Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle.

UPDATE MONDAY: The wind advisory has been canceled.The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a wind advisory in effect until 10 p.m. Monday for the following counties in our area.Ellsworth CountyLincoln CountySouth winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph are expected. Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle.

UPDATE: Wind advisory for Lincoln, Ellsworth counties canceled

A local man was arrested on multiple requested charges, including criminal possession of a weapon by a convicted felon, after a traffic stop late Friday afternoon in central Salina.

An officer on patrol saw Logan Bell, 31, of Salina, driving a black Ford Taurus near the intersection of S. Ninth Street and W. Republic Avenue shortly before 5:30 p.m. Friday. When the officer checked Bell's driver's license status, it was found that the license was suspended, so the officer conducted a traffic stop in the 800 block of S. Ninth Street, Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said this morning.

Also in the car were a female passenger and a five-month-old child in a car seat.

A K-9 was brought in to do a sniff around the car.

During a search of the car, a Glock 19 handgun was found under the child carrier, Forrester said. Bell is on federal probation for possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, Forrester explained.

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

●Criminal possession of a weapon by a convicted felon

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostA local man was arrested on multiple requested charges, including criminal possession of a weapon by a convicted felon, after a traffic stop late Friday afternoon in central Salina.<figure>
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 </figure>An officer on patrol saw Logan Bell, 31, of Salina, driving a black Ford Taurus near the intersection of S. Ninth Street and W. Republic Avenue shortly before 5:30 p.m. Friday. When the officer checked Bell's driver's license status, it was found that the license was suspended, so the officer conducted a traffic stop in the 800 block of S. Ninth Street, Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said this morning.Also in the car were a female passenger and a five-month-old child in a car seat.A K-9 was brought in to do a sniff around the car.During a search of the car, a Glock 19 handgun was found under the child carrier, Forrester said. Bell is on federal probation for possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, Forrester explained.Bell was arrested on the following requested charges, Forrester said.●Criminal possession of a weapon by a convicted felon●Endangering a child●Driving while suspended

Salina man faces requested weapon, endangering child charges

The Saline County Sheriff's Office is investigating a burglary at a vacant house west of Salina.

Sometime between May 29 and Sunday, someone broke into an unoccupied house in the 1200 block of S. Hohneck Road, Saline County Sheriff Roger Soldan said this morning. Someone broke a window on the house and stole a large portable heater.

Additionally, someone pried open the door of a Morton Building on the property and stole some welding equipment, grilling equipment, and a four-inch Milwaukee grinder, he said. Additionally, the wheels from a 2004 Buick Regal that was in the yard were stolen.

The owner of the property, a man from Salina, was working to get to the sheriff's office a comprehensive list of what was stolen and how much the stolen items are worth, Soldan said.

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostThe Saline County Sheriff's Office is investigating a burglary at a vacant house west of Salina.Sometime between May 29 and Sunday, someone broke into an unoccupied house in the 1200 block of S. Hohneck Road, Saline County Sheriff Roger Soldan said this morning. Someone broke a window on the house and stole a large portable heater.Additionally, someone pried open the door of a Morton Building on the property and stole some welding equipment, grilling equipment, and a four-inch Milwaukee grinder, he said. Additionally, the wheels from a 2004 Buick Regal that was in the yard were stolen.The owner of the property, a man from Salina, was working to get to the sheriff's office a comprehensive list of what was stolen and how much the stolen items are worth, Soldan said.