By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina Post

A Salina woman with a number of active warrants was arrested Thursday evening after she refused to leave a downtown bar.

Officers were called to the Voo, 249 N. Santa Fe Avenue, at approximately 8:20 p.m. Thursday. An employee there told police that Jessica Miller, 34, of Salina, had been asked to leave the bar numerous times, but refused, Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said this morning. The employee told police that Miller had been at the bar since approximately 4 p.m.

Forrester said that when officers arrived, Miller allegedly attempted to leave through another door that led to the alley. Once she was apprehended, she allegedly refused to properly identify herself.

In addition to four Salina Municipal Court warrants for failure to appear and two for probation violation, Miller was arrested on the following requested charges, Forrester said.

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostA Salina woman with a number of active warrants was arrested Thursday evening after she refused to leave a downtown bar.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/4/1649424965636.png" alt="Jessica Miller. Photos courtesy Saline County Sheriff's Office" />
 <figcaption>Jessica Miller. Photos courtesy Saline County Sheriff's Office</figcaption>
 </figure>Officers were called to the Voo, 249 N. Santa Fe Avenue, at approximately 8:20 p.m. Thursday. An employee there told police that Jessica Miller, 34, of Salina, had been asked to leave the bar numerous times, but refused, Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said this morning. The employee told police that Miller had been at the bar since approximately 4 p.m.Forrester said that when officers arrived, Miller allegedly attempted to leave through another door that led to the alley. Once she was apprehended, she allegedly refused to properly identify herself.In addition to four Salina Municipal Court warrants for failure to appear and two for probation violation, Miller was arrested on the following requested charges, Forrester said.●Trespassing●Obstruction

Salina woman with multiple warrants refuses to leave bar, is arrested

On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times host Gary Shorman speaks with Fort Hays State University assistant professor of history, Amber Nickell.&nbsp; She lived in Ukraine as a Fulbright Scholar.

<div><iframe title="Forward Ever: FHSU professor and historian Amber Nickell" allowtransparency="true" height="300" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=n5vdn-11f3cac-pb&from=pb6admin&square=1&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=3267a3&font-color=ffffff&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=3267a3&size=300" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times host Gary Shorman speaks with Fort Hays State University assistant professor of history, Amber Nickell.&nbsp; She lived in Ukraine as a Fulbright Scholar.

🎤Forward Ever: FHSU professor Amber Nickell on Ukraine

The report of a disturbance led to the arrest of a local man who was wanted on a Salina Municipal Court warrant.

Officers were sent to the 700 block of Cedar Creek Drive at 7 a.m. Thursday for the report of a disturbance. Two people at a residence there told officers that at about 6:30 a.m., an unknown person knocked on the back door of the residence and asked for someone named "Michelle," Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said this morning. 

After the man was not let in, he allegedly picked up a red landscaping brick and broke a three-foot by five-foot window that was valued at $1,000, Forrester said.

Based on a description from the people in the residence, officers were able to locate nearby John Yungeberg, 41, of Salina. Forrester said the people in the residence identified Yungeberg as the person who had been on their property.

In addition to the Salina Municipal Court warrant for probation violation, Yungeberg was arrested on a requested charge of damage to property, Forrester said.

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostThe report of a disturbance led to the arrest of a local man who was wanted on a Salina Municipal Court warrant.Officers were sent to the 700 block of Cedar Creek Drive at 7 a.m. Thursday for the report of a disturbance. Two people at a residence there told officers that at about 6:30 a.m., an unknown person knocked on the back door of the residence and asked for someone named "Michelle," Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said this morning. After the man was not let in, he allegedly picked up a red landscaping brick and broke a three-foot by five-foot window that was valued at $1,000, Forrester said.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/4/1649338750906.png" alt="John Yungeberg. Photos courtesy Saline County Sheriff's Office" />
 <figcaption>John Yungeberg. Photos courtesy Saline County Sheriff's Office</figcaption>
 </figure>Based on a description from the people in the residence, officers were able to locate nearby John Yungeberg, 41, of Salina. Forrester said the people in the residence identified Yungeberg as the person who had been on their property.In addition to the Salina Municipal Court warrant for probation violation, Yungeberg was arrested on a requested charge of damage to property, Forrester said.

Window broken; Salina man looking for 'Michelle' arrested

UPDATE 8:20 a.m. Friday: The Salina Police Department this morning released the following photo pulled from surveillance video that shows the pickup that struck the power pole. The pickup appears to be going eastbound on E. Crawford Street rather than southbound on S. Ohio Street, as was first reported. The video from which the photo was pulled was provided to police by JAB IT PC.

Police are looking for a pickup that struck an Evergy pole and caused a power outage in part of central Salina early this morning.

The pickup was southbound on S. Ohio Street at approximately 12:10 a.m. Thursday when it made a wide turn onto E. Crawford Street and struck the power pole, Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said this morning. The wreck caused a power outage in the immediate area.

Forrester said that surveillance video from the area showed a white or silver Chevrolet Silverado pickup leaving the scene. Parts of the pickup left at the scene indicate that it possibly is a 2003-2006 model. The pickup should have extensive front-end damage, Forrester said.

UPDATE 8:20 a.m. Friday: The Salina Police Department this morning released the following photo pulled from surveillance video that shows the pickup that struck the power pole. The pickup appears to be going eastbound on E. Crawford Street rather than southbound on S. Ohio Street, as was first reported. The video from which the photo was pulled was provided to police by JAB IT PC.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/4/1649427072869.jpeg" alt="Police are looking for this vehicle and its driver." />
 <figcaption>Police are looking for this vehicle and its driver.</figcaption>
 </figure>By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostPolice are looking for a pickup that struck an Evergy pole and caused a power outage in part of central Salina early this morning.The pickup was southbound on S. Ohio Street at approximately 12:10 a.m. Thursday when it made a wide turn onto E. Crawford Street and struck the power pole, Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said this morning. The wreck caused a power outage in the immediate area.Forrester said that surveillance video from the area showed a white or silver Chevrolet Silverado pickup leaving the scene. Parts of the pickup left at the scene indicate that it possibly is a 2003-2006 model. The pickup should have extensive front-end damage, Forrester said.

UPDATE: Police provide photo of pickup that struck power pole

Red flag warnings have been issued for much of Kansas Friday, including counties in our area.

The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a red flag warning in effect from noon to 8 p.m. Friday for the following counties in our area.

Extreme grassland fire danger is forecast.

Winds from the northwest at 20 to 25 mph, with gusts up to 35 mph, and relative humidity as low as 18 percent are forecast.

Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly and become very difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not recommended, the weather service noted.

The National Weather Service in Hastings, Neb., has issued a red flag warning in effect from noon to 9 p.m. Friday for the following counties in our area.

Winds from the north-northwest at 20 to 25 mph, with gusts of 30 to 35 mph, and relative humidity as low as 15 to 20 percent are forecast.

Any fires that ignite may spread rapidly and exhibit extreme fire behavior, according to the weather service. Use extreme caution if engaging in activities that could result in fire ignition.

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a red flag warning in effect from noon to 8 p.m. Friday for the following counties in our area.

Northwest winds sustained at 15 to 25 mph, with gusts of 30 to 35 mph, and humidity at 19 to 23 percent are forecast.

Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly, the weather service noted.

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostRed flag warnings have been issued for much of Kansas Friday, including counties in our area.The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a red flag warning in effect from noon to 8 p.m. Friday for the following counties in our area.Ellsworth CountyLincoln CountyMarion CountyMcPherson CountySaline CountyExtreme grassland fire danger is forecast.Winds from the northwest at 20 to 25 mph, with gusts up to 35 mph, and relative humidity as low as 18 percent are forecast.Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly and become very difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not recommended, the weather service noted.The National Weather Service in Hastings, Neb., has issued a red flag warning in effect from noon to 9 p.m. Friday for the following counties in our area.Jewell CountyMitchell CountyWinds from the north-northwest at 20 to 25 mph, with gusts of 30 to 35 mph, and relative humidity as low as 15 to 20 percent are forecast.Any fires that ignite may spread rapidly and exhibit extreme fire behavior, according to the weather service. Use extreme caution if engaging in activities that could result in fire ignition.The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a red flag warning in effect from noon to 8 p.m. Friday for the following counties in our area.Clay CountyCloud CountyDickinson CountyOttawa CountyRepublic CountyNorthwest winds sustained at 15 to 25 mph, with gusts of 30 to 35 mph, and humidity at 19 to 23 percent are forecast.Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly, the weather service noted.

Red flag warnings issued for this afternoon, evening

On Saturday, April 2, 2022, at 11:28 p.m., officers with the Salina Police Department responded to the 600 block of Viemont Avenue regarding a drive-by shooting. 

On arrival, officers discovered the residence had been shot multiple times with a firearm. Several spent casings were located in the street. The occupants of the home were not injured. The occupants of the home reported an argument with two unknown black or Hispanic males at the house earlier in the evening. The unknown males left the residence in a vehicle and then the shots were fired. 

Officers located surveillance video from nearby homes. The subjects responsible for the shooting were driving a four-door hatchback passenger car. 


If you have any information concerning this incident or identification of the individual involved, call Crimestoppers at 825-TIPS. You can also make an online tip at: <a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950#">https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950#</a>. You may receive a cash reward of up to $1,000. Tipsters may also contact the Salina Police Department at (785) 826-7210, or Det. Vaughan, case 2022-9157.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/4/1649421365044.jpeg" alt="Photo pulled from surveillance video courtesy Crimestoppers" />
 <figcaption>Photo pulled from surveillance video courtesy Crimestoppers</figcaption>
 </figure>On Saturday, April 2, 2022, at 11:28 p.m., officers with the Salina Police Department responded to the 600 block of Viemont Avenue regarding a drive-by shooting. On arrival, officers discovered the residence had been shot multiple times with a firearm. Several spent casings were located in the street. The occupants of the home were not injured. The occupants of the home reported an argument with two unknown black or Hispanic males at the house earlier in the evening. The unknown males left the residence in a vehicle and then the shots were fired. Officers located surveillance video from nearby homes. The subjects responsible for the shooting were driving a four-door hatchback passenger car. 
If you have any information concerning this incident or identification of the individual involved, call Crimestoppers at 825-TIPS. You can also make an online tip at: <a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950#">https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950#</a>. You may receive a cash reward of up to $1,000. Tipsters may also contact the Salina Police Department at (785) 826-7210, or Det. Vaughan, case 2022-9157.

Crimestoppers seeks tips about reported drive-by shooting

I’ve been wanting to start my own small business for years. The only problem has been my current job. I make good money, but I also put in a lot of hours. About a month ago, I came up with an idea I think would be really successful. How do you feel about me handling the books of this new business, and generally overseeing things, but hiring a manager to handle the day-to-day operation?

I don’t like this idea very much. In fact, I hate it. If your idea is to crunch a few numbers, and stop by once in a while just to make an appearance, then I’d advise against the whole idea.

The big problem with your plan is that you are only a small part of the equation, when it’s supposed to be&nbsp;your&nbsp;business.

In one survey by&nbsp;Forbes.com, several successful entrepreneurs were asked how many hours per week they worked. Not one said less than 50, and the majority put in closer to 70 or 80 hours a week. While the latter may not be feasible if you’re already working a full-time job, the idea is the same. You have to love what you’re doing, and you must be willing to put in the time and effort to make it work.

When it comes to being a successful entrepreneur,&nbsp;you&nbsp;are the ideas.&nbsp;You&nbsp;are the passion, the vision, the energy and the desire to get things done and grow the business. If you don’t have the drive to be all those things, you’re better off not doing it at all. You’d have a better chance of making something work if you bought an existing business with a manager already in place.

I’m sorry, Temple. But in my mind, your idea—as it stands now—is a big disappointment just waiting to happen.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648176857529.png" alt="Dave Ramsey" />
 <figcaption>Dave Ramsey</figcaption>
 </figure>Dear Dave,I’ve been wanting to start my own small business for years. The only problem has been my current job. I make good money, but I also put in a lot of hours. About a month ago, I came up with an idea I think would be really successful. How do you feel about me handling the books of this new business, and generally overseeing things, but hiring a manager to handle the day-to-day operation?TempleDear Temple,I don’t like this idea very much. In fact, I hate it. If your idea is to crunch a few numbers, and stop by once in a while just to make an appearance, then I’d advise against the whole idea.The big problem with your plan is that you are only a small part of the equation, when it’s supposed to be&nbsp;your&nbsp;business.In one survey by&nbsp;Forbes.com, several successful entrepreneurs were asked how many hours per week they worked. Not one said less than 50, and the majority put in closer to 70 or 80 hours a week. While the latter may not be feasible if you’re already working a full-time job, the idea is the same. You have to love what you’re doing, and you must be willing to put in the time and effort to make it work.When it comes to being a successful entrepreneur,&nbsp;you&nbsp;are the ideas.&nbsp;You&nbsp;are the passion, the vision, the energy and the desire to get things done and grow the business. If you don’t have the drive to be all those things, you’re better off not doing it at all. You’d have a better chance of making something work if you bought an existing business with a manager already in place.I’m sorry, Temple. But in my mind, your idea—as it stands now—is a big disappointment just waiting to happen.Dave

DAVE SAYS: Don’t waste your time or money if you’re not serious

Salina Art Center has launched SummerART 2022, and enrollment is now open. 

New classes each week this summer from May 31-July 30. Classes and scholarships are available for all ages starting at four years old. SummerART is located at the Warehouse Education Studio at 149 S. Fourth Street. Visit the website&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jUOEEZ8xuyIqZev6YwfnRgssRVRgBdOZDhSWTChyOST15BEGYTRqpEVLQxQIw0avJ7DSuC_G2-T7vxLNBgIrbvUfvFt4qI1kP0EPYfKJmN8h9RWJd1-Atja1E6DZwalOsga4NLKPKPve1H8ISpLQWFJesAg4JnGHo8ZArNM1TTU=&amp;c=cthTnL8vYmbdW6ItnxQIuWZCO_YrZ79-x-hhqKnG5prxfKNOYqgYfw==&amp;ch=1KSNBfWcZj-utVpqL3ovGDJQBygQ5SjXROl5dqJraZLGdPReyAItUA==" target="_blank">www.SalinaArtCenter.org/SummerArt</a>&nbsp;to enroll.&nbsp;

SummerART 2022 is inspired by the blockbuster exhibition,&nbsp;Salina Biennial 2022 | Contemporary Art from the Mountain Plains Region,&nbsp;showing at Salina Art Center from May 25 through Sept. 4. This exhibition shares joy found in everyday life, the environment, and the histories we share while exploring the diversity, independence, and creativity that make each of us uniquely vital within our ecosystem.

Summer at the Salina Art Center also includes Book Club, Reel Makers Filmmaking Program, Art Academy, and workshops!

Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jUOEEZ8xuyIqZev6YwfnRgssRVRgBdOZDhSWTChyOST15BEGYTRqpF-0FVtryXxCSAhLHfOhfxpi3Pd2m8OJMswAt6bxIXyFFb4QaVqTMzfRZnny-LMhd3ocnYhb8uFD84F6ZabNQreAl7EIm80Aw0IHK55r5qrAnPgaBhrnxrQ=&amp;c=cthTnL8vYmbdW6ItnxQIuWZCO_YrZ79-x-hhqKnG5prxfKNOYqgYfw==&amp;ch=1KSNBfWcZj-utVpqL3ovGDJQBygQ5SjXROl5dqJraZLGdPReyAItUA==" target="_blank">www.SalinaArtCenter.org/Learning</a>&nbsp;for all summer programming.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Salina Art CenterSalina Art Center has launched SummerART 2022, and enrollment is now open. New classes each week this summer from May 31-July 30. Classes and scholarships are available for all ages starting at four years old. SummerART is located at the Warehouse Education Studio at 149 S. Fourth Street. Visit the website&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jUOEEZ8xuyIqZev6YwfnRgssRVRgBdOZDhSWTChyOST15BEGYTRqpEVLQxQIw0avJ7DSuC_G2-T7vxLNBgIrbvUfvFt4qI1kP0EPYfKJmN8h9RWJd1-Atja1E6DZwalOsga4NLKPKPve1H8ISpLQWFJesAg4JnGHo8ZArNM1TTU=&amp;c=cthTnL8vYmbdW6ItnxQIuWZCO_YrZ79-x-hhqKnG5prxfKNOYqgYfw==&amp;ch=1KSNBfWcZj-utVpqL3ovGDJQBygQ5SjXROl5dqJraZLGdPReyAItUA==" target="_blank">www.SalinaArtCenter.org/SummerArt</a>&nbsp;to enroll.&nbsp; SummerART 2022 is inspired by the blockbuster exhibition,&nbsp;Salina Biennial 2022 | Contemporary Art from the Mountain Plains Region,&nbsp;showing at Salina Art Center from May 25 through Sept. 4. This exhibition shares joy found in everyday life, the environment, and the histories we share while exploring the diversity, independence, and creativity that make each of us uniquely vital within our ecosystem.Summer at the Salina Art Center also includes Book Club, Reel Makers Filmmaking Program, Art Academy, and workshops! Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jUOEEZ8xuyIqZev6YwfnRgssRVRgBdOZDhSWTChyOST15BEGYTRqpF-0FVtryXxCSAhLHfOhfxpi3Pd2m8OJMswAt6bxIXyFFb4QaVqTMzfRZnny-LMhd3ocnYhb8uFD84F6ZabNQreAl7EIm80Aw0IHK55r5qrAnPgaBhrnxrQ=&amp;c=cthTnL8vYmbdW6ItnxQIuWZCO_YrZ79-x-hhqKnG5prxfKNOYqgYfw==&amp;ch=1KSNBfWcZj-utVpqL3ovGDJQBygQ5SjXROl5dqJraZLGdPReyAItUA==" target="_blank">www.SalinaArtCenter.org/Learning</a>&nbsp;for all summer programming.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Salina Art Center launches SummerART 2022

Today is Friday, April 8, the 98th day of 2022. There are 267 days left in the year.

On April 8, 1974, Hank Aaron of the Atlanta Braves hit his 715th career home run in a game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, breaking Babe Ruth's record.

In 1513, explorer Juan Ponce de Leon and his expedition began exploring the Florida coastline.

In 1864, the United States Senate passed, 38-6, the 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution abolishing slavery. (The House of Representatives passed it in January 1865; the amendment was ratified and adopted in December 1865.)

In 1911, an explosion at the Banner Coal Mine in Littleton, Alabama, claimed the lives of 128 men, most of them convicts loaned out from prisons.

In 1913, the 17th Amendment to the Constitution, providing for popular election of U.S. senators (as opposed to appointment by state legislatures), was ratified. President Woodrow Wilson became the first chief executive since John Adams to address Congress in person as he asked lawmakers to enact tariff reform.

In 1943, President Franklin D. Roosevelt ordered a freeze on wages and prices to combat inflation.

In 1952, President Harry S. Truman seized the American steel industry to avert a nationwide strike. (The Supreme Court later ruled that Truman had overstepped his authority, opening the way for a seven-week strike by steelworkers.)

In 1973, artist Pablo Picasso died in Mougins, France, at age 91.

In 1990, Ryan White, the teenage AIDS patient whose battle for acceptance had gained national attention, died in Indianapolis at age 18.

In 1992, tennis great Arthur Ashe announced at a New York news conference that he had AIDS (Ashe died the following February of AIDS-related pneumonia at age 49).

In 1993, singer Marian Anderson died in Portland, Oregon, at age 96.

In 2010, President Barack Obama and Russian President Dmitry Medvedev signed the New START treaty in Prague.

In 2020, a 76-day lockdown was lifted in the Chinese city of Wuhan, where the global pandemic began; residents would have to use a smartphone app showing that they had not been in recent contact with anyone confirmed to have the virus. Sen. Bernie Sanders ended his presidential bid, making Joe Biden the presumptive Democratic nominee to challenge President Donald Trump.

Ten years ago: A U.N.-brokered plan to stop the bloodshed in Syria effectively collapsed after President Bashar Assad's government raised new, last-minute demands that the country's largest rebel group swiftly rejected. The U.S. and Afghanistan signed a deal giving Afghans authority over raids of Afghan homes, resolving one of the most contentious issues between the two wartime allies. Bubba Watson saved par from the pine straw and won the Masters on the second hole of a playoff over Louis Oosthuizen.

Five years ago: Immigrant workers at the famed Tom Cat Bakery in New York who were threatened with being fired if they didn't produce legal work papers rallied outside President Donald Trump's Manhattan home.

One year ago: Medical experts testifying at the murder trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin said George Floyd had died of a lack of oxygen from being pinned to the pavement with a knee on his neck, emphatically rejecting the defense theory that Floyd's drug use and underlying health problems killed him. American author John Naisbitt, whose 1982 bestseller "Megatrends" was published in dozens of countries, died in Austria at 92.

Today's Birthdays: Comedian Shecky Greene is 96. Author and Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Seymour Hersh is 85. "Mouseketeer" Darlene Gillespie is 81. Singer Peggy Lennon (The Lennon Sisters) is 81. Songwriter-producer Leon Huff is 80. Actor Stuart Pankin is 76. Rock musician Steve Howe is 75. Former House Republican leader Tom DeLay is 75. Movie director John Madden is 73. Rock musician Mel Schacher (Grand Funk Railroad) is 71. Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wis., is 67. Actor John Schneider is 62. "Survivor" winner Richard Hatch is 61. Rock musician Izzy Stradlin is 60. Singer Julian Lennon is 59. Actor Dean Norris is 59. Rock singer-musician Donita Sparks is 59. Actor Robin Wright is 56. Actor Patricia Arquette is 54. Actor JR Bourne is 52. Rock singer Craig Honeycutt (Everything) is 52. Rock musician Darren Jessee is 51. Actor Emma Caulfield is 49. Actor Katee Sackhoff is 42. Actor Taylor Kitsch is 41. Rock singer-musician Ezra Koenig (Vampire Weekend) is 38. Actor Taran Noah Smith is 38. Actor Kirsten Storms is 38. Actor Sadie Calvano is 25.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1573488868914.jpeg" alt="Photo of old book courtesy <a href="http://shutterstock.com">shutterstock</a>" />
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 </figure>By THE ASSOCIATED PRESSToday is Friday, April 8, the 98th day of 2022. There are 267 days left in the year.Today's Highlight in History:On April 8, 1974, Hank Aaron of the Atlanta Braves hit his 715th career home run in a game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, breaking Babe Ruth's record.On this date:In 1513, explorer Juan Ponce de Leon and his expedition began exploring the Florida coastline.In 1864, the United States Senate passed, 38-6, the 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution abolishing slavery. (The House of Representatives passed it in January 1865; the amendment was ratified and adopted in December 1865.)In 1911, an explosion at the Banner Coal Mine in Littleton, Alabama, claimed the lives of 128 men, most of them convicts loaned out from prisons.In 1913, the 17th Amendment to the Constitution, providing for popular election of U.S. senators (as opposed to appointment by state legislatures), was ratified. President Woodrow Wilson became the first chief executive since John Adams to address Congress in person as he asked lawmakers to enact tariff reform.In 1943, President Franklin D. Roosevelt ordered a freeze on wages and prices to combat inflation.In 1952, President Harry S. Truman seized the American steel industry to avert a nationwide strike. (The Supreme Court later ruled that Truman had overstepped his authority, opening the way for a seven-week strike by steelworkers.)In 1973, artist Pablo Picasso died in Mougins, France, at age 91.In 1990, Ryan White, the teenage AIDS patient whose battle for acceptance had gained national attention, died in Indianapolis at age 18.In 1992, tennis great Arthur Ashe announced at a New York news conference that he had AIDS (Ashe died the following February of AIDS-related pneumonia at age 49).In 1993, singer Marian Anderson died in Portland, Oregon, at age 96.In 2010, President Barack Obama and Russian President Dmitry Medvedev signed the New START treaty in Prague.In 2020, a 76-day lockdown was lifted in the Chinese city of Wuhan, where the global pandemic began; residents would have to use a smartphone app showing that they had not been in recent contact with anyone confirmed to have the virus. Sen. Bernie Sanders ended his presidential bid, making Joe Biden the presumptive Democratic nominee to challenge President Donald Trump.Ten years ago: A U.N.-brokered plan to stop the bloodshed in Syria effectively collapsed after President Bashar Assad's government raised new, last-minute demands that the country's largest rebel group swiftly rejected. The U.S. and Afghanistan signed a deal giving Afghans authority over raids of Afghan homes, resolving one of the most contentious issues between the two wartime allies. Bubba Watson saved par from the pine straw and won the Masters on the second hole of a playoff over Louis Oosthuizen.Five years ago: Immigrant workers at the famed Tom Cat Bakery in New York who were threatened with being fired if they didn't produce legal work papers rallied outside President Donald Trump's Manhattan home.One year ago: Medical experts testifying at the murder trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin said George Floyd had died of a lack of oxygen from being pinned to the pavement with a knee on his neck, emphatically rejecting the defense theory that Floyd's drug use and underlying health problems killed him. American author John Naisbitt, whose 1982 bestseller "Megatrends" was published in dozens of countries, died in Austria at 92.Today's Birthdays: Comedian Shecky Greene is 96. Author and Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Seymour Hersh is 85. "Mouseketeer" Darlene Gillespie is 81. Singer Peggy Lennon (The Lennon Sisters) is 81. Songwriter-producer Leon Huff is 80. Actor Stuart Pankin is 76. Rock musician Steve Howe is 75. Former House Republican leader Tom DeLay is 75. Movie director John Madden is 73. Rock musician Mel Schacher (Grand Funk Railroad) is 71. Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wis., is 67. Actor John Schneider is 62. "Survivor" winner Richard Hatch is 61. Rock musician Izzy Stradlin is 60. Singer Julian Lennon is 59. Actor Dean Norris is 59. Rock singer-musician Donita Sparks is 59. Actor Robin Wright is 56. Actor Patricia Arquette is 54. Actor JR Bourne is 52. Rock singer Craig Honeycutt (Everything) is 52. Rock musician Darren Jessee is 51. Actor Emma Caulfield is 49. Actor Katee Sackhoff is 42. Actor Taylor Kitsch is 41. Rock singer-musician Ezra Koenig (Vampire Weekend) is 38. Actor Taran Noah Smith is 38. Actor Kirsten Storms is 38. Actor Sadie Calvano is 25.

Today in History - April 8

By KATHY HAGEMAN Dickinson County Public Information coordinator

ABILENE - Sometime in the next couple of weeks, the building which has served as the Dickinson County Attorney’s office for more than a quarter century will be demolished.

Located southeast of the courthouse at 201 E. First Street, the building was home to the county attorney’s office from the 1990s until March 2022 when the department was relocated to the top floor of the courthouse.

Although the building looks solid from the outside it long has been plagued with problems that are no longer worth repairing, according to Dickinson County Administrator Brad Homman.

Also, it is too small for the number of employees who work in the building and it’s not ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) accessible.

Most important, the building is not safe in terms of security – so necessary in this day and age.

Plus, the space is needed to accommodate courthouse parking.

Despite looking fine from the outside, the building has had more than its share of problems, including a roof that leaks – despite being repaired numerous times, heating and cooling issues and even dilemmas caused by the unique design of the building.

Inside, the steps going down to the basement are built at an angle, making the descent visually disorienting and the top of the stairwell is low so taller people have to duck to avoid hitting their heads.

“It’s architecturally unique to the extreme, especially from the outside,” Homman said. “Every time it rains, water runs down the inside of the wall on the south end. We’ve had it fixed numerous times by several different roofing people but it continues to happen.”

Besides the leaky roof, maintaining climate control in the building has been a challenge with the heating and cooling unit needing replaced several times in recent years.

Sometime over the years, doors were installed at the bottom of the basement stairs which made it impossible to remove a conference table and other large items. They will be removed once the top of the building is razed, Homman said.

Besides the infrastructure problems, the building was too small for the county attorney office staff.

Despite looking large from the outside, the office was built more than 50 years ago to accommodate four or five people and included a kitchen area, conference room, and reception area.

“We had about eight or nine people in there. They had outgrown the building,” Homman said. “People were stacked in there like sardines.”

Over the years, the reception and kitchen areas were converted into employee work areas and the conference room became an office when a second assistant county attorney was hired. Due to increases in criminal, juvenile, civil and traffic case load, more attorneys and staff were needed.

As for the county attorney building, demolishing it eliminates the cost to maintain it while moving staff into the courthouse “where they should have been all along,” Homman said.

“In the courthouse they are in an area with high efficiency climate control, LED lighting and all the new amenities. The people they work with are just down the hall so they don’t have to walk back and forth all day and most importantly it brings them into an environment protected by security,” Homman said.

“They do work in a world that comes with hazards,” he said. “Now they will be in a protected environment.”

Built in 1970, the building at 201 E. First was constructed to house the Federal Land Bank Association and was used for other offices before Dickinson County acquired it.

Before moving to the building behind the courthouse in the 1990s, the county attorney’s office was located in the north end of the building at 712 S. Buckeye. The south side of that building now is home to the Chisholm Trail Extension District.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/4/1649388448904.jpeg" alt="The former home of the Dickinson County Attorney's office. Photos courtesy Kathy Hageman/Dickinson County" />
 <figcaption>The former home of the Dickinson County Attorney's office. Photos courtesy Kathy Hageman/Dickinson County</figcaption>
 </figure>By KATHY HAGEMAN Dickinson County Public Information coordinatorABILENE - Sometime in the next couple of weeks, the building which has served as the Dickinson County Attorney’s office for more than a quarter century will be demolished.Located southeast of the courthouse at 201 E. First Street, the building was home to the county attorney’s office from the 1990s until March 2022 when the department was relocated to the top floor of the courthouse.Although the building looks solid from the outside it long has been plagued with problems that are no longer worth repairing, according to Dickinson County Administrator Brad Homman.Also, it is too small for the number of employees who work in the building and it’s not ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) accessible.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/4/1649388598834.jpeg" alt="Employees were crammed into every bit of available space in the former Dickinson County Attorney’s office building, which was vacated in March when the department moved into newly-renovated quarters on the top floor of the courthouse." />
 <figcaption>Employees were crammed into every bit of available space in the former Dickinson County Attorney’s office building, which was vacated in March when the department moved into newly-renovated quarters on the top floor of the courthouse.</figcaption>
 </figure>Most important, the building is not safe in terms of security – so necessary in this day and age.Plus, the space is needed to accommodate courthouse parking.Problem designDespite looking fine from the outside, the building has had more than its share of problems, including a roof that leaks – despite being repaired numerous times, heating and cooling issues and even dilemmas caused by the unique design of the building.Inside, the steps going down to the basement are built at an angle, making the descent visually disorienting and the top of the stairwell is low so taller people have to duck to avoid hitting their heads.“It’s architecturally unique to the extreme, especially from the outside,” Homman said. “Every time it rains, water runs down the inside of the wall on the south end. We’ve had it fixed numerous times by several different roofing people but it continues to happen.”Besides the leaky roof, maintaining climate control in the building has been a challenge with the heating and cooling unit needing replaced several times in recent years.Sometime over the years, doors were installed at the bottom of the basement stairs which made it impossible to remove a conference table and other large items. They will be removed once the top of the building is razed, Homman said.Too smallBesides the infrastructure problems, the building was too small for the county attorney office staff.Despite looking large from the outside, the office was built more than 50 years ago to accommodate four or five people and included a kitchen area, conference room, and reception area.“We had about eight or nine people in there. They had outgrown the building,” Homman said. “People were stacked in there like sardines.”Over the years, the reception and kitchen areas were converted into employee work areas and the conference room became an office when a second assistant county attorney was hired. Due to increases in criminal, juvenile, civil and traffic case load, more attorneys and staff were needed.As for the county attorney building, demolishing it eliminates the cost to maintain it while moving staff into the courthouse “where they should have been all along,” Homman said.“In the courthouse they are in an area with high efficiency climate control, LED lighting and all the new amenities. The people they work with are just down the hall so they don’t have to walk back and forth all day and most importantly it brings them into an environment protected by security,” Homman said.“They do work in a world that comes with hazards,” he said. “Now they will be in a protected environment.”Built in 1970, the building at 201 E. First was constructed to house the Federal Land Bank Association and was used for other offices before Dickinson County acquired it.Before moving to the building behind the courthouse in the 1990s, the county attorney’s office was located in the north end of the building at 712 S. Buckeye. The south side of that building now is home to the Chisholm Trail Extension District.

Former county attorney’s building to be demolished

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Strong wind gust causes tractor-trailer rig to overturn on I-70

Thursday was a double celebration for Salina's OCCK, Inc. 

Not only was the organization celebrating the ribbon cutting opening of its expanded transportation facility in downtown Salina, but it also was announced as one of 26 agencies receiving funds as a part of the Access, Innovation, and Collaboration (AIC) Public Transit Program.

It was such an occasion for celebration that state and federal dignitaries, including Kansas Governor Laura Kelly, Kansas Transportation Secretary Julie Lorenz, Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Administrator Nuria Fernandez, and FTA Region 7 Regional Administrator Mokhtee Ahmad were greeted with green confetti when the bus that transported them from the Salina Regional Airport pulled into the new, 16,000 square-foot expansion of the OCCK Transportation building at 340 N. Santa Fe Avenue.

The expanded bus facility was funded by the Kansas Department of Transportation and an FTA grant, with support from the City of Salina and OCCK.

"OCCK has always believed that through partnerships, most things can be accomplished," OCCK President and CEO Shelia Nelson-Stout told the crowd assembled. "Many years ago, we began public transportation through a partnership with Salina Regional hospital, KDOT, and FTA. Since that time, we've added many other parties, City of Salina, county commissioners, service organizations, businesses, schools, colleges, to that partnership."

Trell Grinter, OCCK transportation director, told the crowd that since the organization's transportation program first began in 2005, OCCK Transportation has provided more than four million rides to people of central and north-central Kansas while logging millions of miles statewide.

"Transportation in Kansas is such an important tool. It connects people to the places and things that they need to live healthy and vibrant lives. It's not just for seniors and people with disabilities, but we pride ourselves on safe, affordable, quality, efficient transportation for people of all ages and abilities," said Michelle Griffin, OCCK mobility manager.

Griffin noted that transit supports both large and small communities in both rural and urban areas. It helps people get to and from work, school, medical appointments, shopping, visiting friends, and anywhere else they need to go.

"It helps us protect our rural areas, it promotes economic development, and it helps to curb social isolation," she said.

Lorenz said Salina was a shining example for the state, and even the nation, for what rural transit can do for people.

After referencing the KU men's basketball championship win, Lorenz said, "As you think about it, we're here today to celebrate more big wins for the State of Kansas. It's a team sport, transportation, and the wins that we are celebrating are that when we make investments, we expand people's access to healthcare, jobs, education now and in the future."

Lorenz explained that the team aspect of transportation was the collaboration between local, state, and federal government, as well as strong partnerships with the private sector and non-profit organizations.

"And, perhaps what is often overlooked is we need communities working together, working regionally. And that's what I want to underscore here today, the regional aspect of what you all deliver, because people's transportation needs aren't confined to just a city or a county line or a state line, and we shouldn't try to deliver service that way," Lorenz said.

"You'd be hardpressed to find a better example of regional transit than right here in north-central Kansas," she added.

Fernandez, who brought with her a number of officials from the regional and national FTA offices, praised OCCK and its partners for having a vision about transportation.

"Partnership cannot happen without a vision, I'm sorry," Fernandez said. "The fact that you all have established a vision, and a vision that has expanded. You started out small, and not only are you serving this county, but you have gone beyond many more counties and have created this regional transportation system that's so vital. It's so vital."

Fernandez said she would share information about what OCCK and its partners have accomplished.

"Mark my words. I will be using what's going on here and how you've been able to broaden into the community and into this region in many of my speeches and I will be sharing that also with Secretary Buttigieg, who I bring regards to all of you from, because it is so important for all of us to tell these stories. These are the stories that matter," she said.

Kelly told the crowd that while she was on the bus from the airport, Salina Mayor Trent Davis welcomed her home.

The governor, who was born in New York City, lived in Salina when she first moved to Kansas in the mid-1980s.

"It was a bit of a shock to my system, but the longer I was here and the more I got to know the people, the more I began to recognize what an incredible community Salina is. The fact that there are so many of you here this morning to celebrate this was exactly what I felt when I lived here in the '80s, was this sense of community like no other community, the willingness of people to use their own blood, sweat, and tears to get things done," Kelly said.

"Its the people in this area, the people who live in Salina who really are so incredible and make this and incredible place to live and make something like this possible," she added.

Kelly told the federal officials that the state was glad for them to be here to see first hand how Kansans were optimizing FTA funding.

"What you see happening here in Salina is a prime example of a community and a region working together to make public transportation a viable option for many Kansans. This $2 million facility expansion project was made possible by state and federal funds and with investments by both the City of Salina and OCCK," Kelly said.

More than eight million rides are provided by public transit in urban areas and approximately three million rides in rural communities each year, she said.

"For some, transit is a choice. For others, it's the only way to access services and jobs. Projects announced today will help continue our efforts to help Kansans access jobs, healthcare, and other essential services," Kelly said.

According to information from the governor's office, new funding announced today for OCCK is more than $1.2 million for the following.

●Mobility hubs and stop improvement, $84,600 

●81 Connection expansion (Saturdays), $54,812 

●CityGo+ - microtransit pilot in Salina, $250,400 

●Fixed route enhancements - Software and Bus Equipment, $570,769 

Other AIC Kansas 2022 Selected Projects announced today include the following.

Butler County Department on Aging, Technology Upgrade, $1,552

Community Health Center (CHC) - Southeast Kansas (SEK) in Crawford County, Regional Transportation Facility for SEK, $1,043,802

City of Liberal, Transit Program Signage, $172,800

City of Wilson, Bus Facility, $40,000

Clay County Task Force, New Bus for Clay County, $63,000

COF Training Services, Inc. in Franklin County, 2021 Bus Replacement, $51,746

Coffey County Transportation, Bus and Bus Facility Improvements, $25,600

Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas, Inc. (DSNWK) in Ellis County

●8-Passenger Bus w/ 4-Wheelchair Capacity, $71,702 

●Building &amp; Equipment Updates, $87,412 

Flint Hills Area Transportation Agency (FHATA) - serving Riley, Pottawatomie and Geary counties

●Safety &amp; Security Upgrades to FHATA Facility, $20,000 

●Covered Bus Parking Lot at the FHATA Facility, $57,750 

●Junction City Regional Transit Facility, $900,000 

●Junction City Fixed Route Bridge Funding, $157,500 

●Real Time Passenger Information Devices, $9,600 

●Zero Emissions Vehicle Study, $20,000 

Futures Unlimited – Sumner County, Transportation Facility Renovation, $221,060

Hetlinger Developmental Services – Lyon County, Three-Stall Bus Barn, $81,865

●Technology Improvements for RideKC, $382,500 

●Equitable &amp; Accessible Bus Stops, $122,040 

●Multimodal Transfer Facility Elements, $1,624,000 

●Zero-Emissions Transition Plan, $120,000 

●Technology, Accessibility and Branding Enhancements, $676,448 

Lyon County Transportation (LCAT), Security Camera Expansion, $12,000

Leavenworth County, Secure Parking Area for Transit Vehicles, $525,000

Morris County, Public Transportation Facility, $507,465

Northeast Kansas Area Agency on Aging – Atchison, Brown, Doniphan, Jackson, Marshall, Nemaha and Washington counties, Clean Technology Expansion, $234,509

Osage County, New Vehicles, $222,400

Rooks County, Bus Garage Project, $620,928

Sedgwick County Department on Aging, Vehicle Camera Systems, $32,000

Southeast Kansas Community Action Program (SEK-CAP) – Crawford and Neosho counties, Innovative Scheduling, $103,437

Solomon Valley Transportation – Jewell, Mitchell and Osborne counties, Building Project, $1,484,290

The Guidance Center – Leavenworth, Transit Technology Implementation, $25,747

●Paratransit Software Enhancements, $16,560 

●Accident Incident Management System, $15,300 

●Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Pilot Program, $124,168 

Wabaunsee County, Fleet Expansion and Barriers, $87,210

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/4/1649372582395.jpeg" alt="OCCK Transportation employees shoot confetti above a bus delivering Governor Laura Kelly and other state and federal dignitaries to the celebration. Salina Post photos" />
 <figcaption>OCCK Transportation employees shoot confetti above a bus delivering Governor Laura Kelly and other state and federal dignitaries to the celebration. Salina Post photos</figcaption>
 </figure>By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostThursday was a double celebration for Salina's OCCK, Inc. Not only was the organization celebrating the ribbon cutting opening of its expanded transportation facility in downtown Salina, but it also was announced as one of 26 agencies receiving funds as a part of the Access, Innovation, and Collaboration (AIC) Public Transit Program.It was such an occasion for celebration that state and federal dignitaries, including Kansas Governor Laura Kelly, Kansas Transportation Secretary Julie Lorenz, Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Administrator Nuria Fernandez, and FTA Region 7 Regional Administrator Mokhtee Ahmad were greeted with green confetti when the bus that transported them from the Salina Regional Airport pulled into the new, 16,000 square-foot expansion of the OCCK Transportation building at 340 N. Santa Fe Avenue.The expanded bus facility was funded by the Kansas Department of Transportation and an FTA grant, with support from the City of Salina and OCCK.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/4/1649372797630.jpeg" alt="Shelia Nelson-Stout, OCCK president and CEO, speaks to those assembled as Kansas Governor Laura Kelly and Kansas Transportation Secretary Julie Lorenz look on." />
 <figcaption>Shelia Nelson-Stout, OCCK president and CEO, speaks to those assembled as Kansas Governor Laura Kelly and Kansas Transportation Secretary Julie Lorenz look on.</figcaption>
 </figure>"OCCK has always believed that through partnerships, most things can be accomplished," OCCK President and CEO Shelia Nelson-Stout told the crowd assembled. "Many years ago, we began public transportation through a partnership with Salina Regional hospital, KDOT, and FTA. Since that time, we've added many other parties, City of Salina, county commissioners, service organizations, businesses, schools, colleges, to that partnership."Trell Grinter, OCCK transportation director, told the crowd that since the organization's transportation program first began in 2005, OCCK Transportation has provided more than four million rides to people of central and north-central Kansas while logging millions of miles statewide."Transportation in Kansas is such an important tool. It connects people to the places and things that they need to live healthy and vibrant lives. It's not just for seniors and people with disabilities, but we pride ourselves on safe, affordable, quality, efficient transportation for people of all ages and abilities," said Michelle Griffin, OCCK mobility manager.Griffin noted that transit supports both large and small communities in both rural and urban areas. It helps people get to and from work, school, medical appointments, shopping, visiting friends, and anywhere else they need to go."It helps us protect our rural areas, it promotes economic development, and it helps to curb social isolation," she said.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/4/1649373018536.jpeg" alt="Kansas Transportation Secretary Julie Lorenz told those attending the celebration,&nbsp;"You'd be hardpressed to find a better example of regional transit than right here in north-central Kansas."" />
 <figcaption>Kansas Transportation Secretary Julie Lorenz told those attending the celebration,&nbsp;"You'd be hardpressed to find a better example of regional transit than right here in north-central Kansas."</figcaption>
 </figure>Lorenz said Salina was a shining example for the state, and even the nation, for what rural transit can do for people.After referencing the KU men's basketball championship win, Lorenz said, "As you think about it, we're here today to celebrate more big wins for the State of Kansas. It's a team sport, transportation, and the wins that we are celebrating are that when we make investments, we expand people's access to healthcare, jobs, education now and in the future."Lorenz explained that the team aspect of transportation was the collaboration between local, state, and federal government, as well as strong partnerships with the private sector and non-profit organizations."And, perhaps what is often overlooked is we need communities working together, working regionally. And that's what I want to underscore here today, the regional aspect of what you all deliver, because people's transportation needs aren't confined to just a city or a county line or a state line, and we shouldn't try to deliver service that way," Lorenz said."You'd be hardpressed to find a better example of regional transit than right here in north-central Kansas," she added.Fernandez, who brought with her a number of officials from the regional and national FTA offices, praised OCCK and its partners for having a vision about transportation.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/4/1649373220403.jpeg" alt="FTA Administrator Nuria Fernandez, left, said she would share with others the transit successes of the OCCK programs." />
 <figcaption>FTA Administrator Nuria Fernandez, left, said she would share with others the transit successes of the OCCK programs.</figcaption>
 </figure>"Partnership cannot happen without a vision, I'm sorry," Fernandez said. "The fact that you all have established a vision, and a vision that has expanded. You started out small, and not only are you serving this county, but you have gone beyond many more counties and have created this regional transportation system that's so vital. It's so vital."Fernandez said she would share information about what OCCK and its partners have accomplished."Mark my words. I will be using what's going on here and how you've been able to broaden into the community and into this region in many of my speeches and I will be sharing that also with Secretary Buttigieg, who I bring regards to all of you from, because it is so important for all of us to tell these stories. These are the stories that matter," she said.A welcome homeKelly told the crowd that while she was on the bus from the airport, Salina Mayor Trent Davis welcomed her home.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/4/1649373637547.jpeg" alt="Governor Laura Kelly talked of the strong sense of community in Salina before announcing new transportation funding that included OCCK." />
 <figcaption>Governor Laura Kelly talked of the strong sense of community in Salina before announcing new transportation funding that included OCCK.</figcaption>
 </figure>The governor, who was born in New York City, lived in Salina when she first moved to Kansas in the mid-1980s."It was a bit of a shock to my system, but the longer I was here and the more I got to know the people, the more I began to recognize what an incredible community Salina is. The fact that there are so many of you here this morning to celebrate this was exactly what I felt when I lived here in the '80s, was this sense of community like no other community, the willingness of people to use their own blood, sweat, and tears to get things done," Kelly said."Its the people in this area, the people who live in Salina who really are so incredible and make this and incredible place to live and make something like this possible," she added.Kelly told the federal officials that the state was glad for them to be here to see first hand how Kansans were optimizing FTA funding."What you see happening here in Salina is a prime example of a community and a region working together to make public transportation a viable option for many Kansans. This $2 million facility expansion project was made possible by state and federal funds and with investments by both the City of Salina and OCCK," Kelly said.More than eight million rides are provided by public transit in urban areas and approximately three million rides in rural communities each year, she said."For some, transit is a choice. For others, it's the only way to access services and jobs. Projects announced today will help continue our efforts to help Kansans access jobs, healthcare, and other essential services," Kelly said.According to information from the governor's office, new funding announced today for OCCK is more than $1.2 million for the following.●Mobility hubs and stop improvement, $84,600 ●Second floor renovation, $270,316 ●81 Connection expansion (Saturdays), $54,812 ●CityGo+ - microtransit pilot in Salina, $250,400 ●Fixed route enhancements - Software and Bus Equipment, $570,769 Other AIC Kansas 2022 Selected Projects announced today include the following.Butler County Department on Aging, Technology Upgrade, $1,552 Community Health Center (CHC) - Southeast Kansas (SEK) in Crawford County, Regional Transportation Facility for SEK, $1,043,802 City of Liberal, Transit Program Signage, $172,800 City of Wilson, Bus Facility, $40,000 Clay County Task Force, New Bus for Clay County, $63,000 COF Training Services, Inc. in Franklin County, 2021 Bus Replacement, $51,746 Coffey County Transportation, Bus and Bus Facility Improvements, $25,600 Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas, Inc. (DSNWK) in Ellis County ●8-Passenger Bus w/ 4-Wheelchair Capacity, $71,702 ●Building &amp; Equipment Updates, $87,412 Flint Hills Area Transportation Agency (FHATA) - serving Riley, Pottawatomie and Geary counties ●Safety &amp; Security Upgrades to FHATA Facility, $20,000 ●Covered Bus Parking Lot at the FHATA Facility, $57,750 ●Junction City Regional Transit Facility, $900,000 ●K-18 Connector Expansion, $370,980 ●Junction City Fixed Route Bridge Funding, $157,500 ●Real Time Passenger Information Devices, $9,600 ●Microtransit Study, $54,000 ●Zero Emissions Vehicle Study, $20,000 Futures Unlimited – Sumner County, Transportation Facility Renovation, $221,060 Hetlinger Developmental Services – Lyon County, Three-Stall Bus Barn, $81,865 Johnson County Transit ●EV Micro Transit Service, $374,526 ●Technology Improvements for RideKC, $382,500 Lawrence Transit ●Equitable &amp; Accessible Bus Stops, $122,040 ●Multimodal Transfer Facility Elements, $1,624,000 ●Microtransit Pilot, $124,000 ●Zero-Emissions Transition Plan, $120,000 ●Technology, Accessibility and Branding Enhancements, $676,448 Lyon County Transportation (LCAT), Security Camera Expansion, $12,000 Leavenworth County, Secure Parking Area for Transit Vehicles, $525,000 Morris County, Public Transportation Facility, $507,465 Northeast Kansas Area Agency on Aging – Atchison, Brown, Doniphan, Jackson, Marshall, Nemaha and Washington counties, Clean Technology Expansion, $234,509 Osage County, New Vehicles, $222,400 Rooks County, Bus Garage Project, $620,928 Sedgwick County Department on Aging, Vehicle Camera Systems, $32,000 Southeast Kansas Community Action Program (SEK-CAP) – Crawford and Neosho counties, Innovative Scheduling, $103,437 Solomon Valley Transportation – Jewell, Mitchell and Osborne counties, Building Project, $1,484,290 The Guidance Center – Leavenworth, Transit Technology Implementation, $25,747 Unified Government Transit ●Bus Facility Modernization, $431,778 ●Fleet Modernization, $271,440 ●Paratransit Software Enhancements, $16,560 ●Accident Incident Management System, $15,300 ●Micro Transit Expansion, $394,144 ●Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Pilot Program, $124,168 Wabaunsee County, Fleet Expansion and Barriers, $87,210

OCCK celebrates expansion completion, new funding in a big way

A stolen work truck was involved in damaging a vehicle before the driver stopped the truck and fled on foot in west Salina early Wednesday morning.

Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said this morning that a witness who was following the truck told law enforcement dispatch that the truck was driving erratically in the area of Osage Avenue and Kiowa Avenue. The witness said the truck had a board in the back that struck and destroyed the mirror on a parked car, later identified as a 2016 Dodge Journey, in the 800 block of Birch Drive.

Forrester said the witness followed the truck to the area of the 1500 block of Acorn Circle, where the driver, who was dressed in a dark hoodie and dark pants, exited the truck while it was still running and fled eastbound on foot.

The truck was registered to Stevens Contractors of Salina. Forrester said the owner told police that the truck had been parked in the area of the 1500 block of W. Cloud Street and that the keys had more than likely been left in the truck.

The owner of the Journey was unaware of the damage until notified by police, Forrester said.

The stolen truck, a 1986 International S1900 that was valued at $5,000, sustained no damage, he said.

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostA stolen work truck was involved in damaging a vehicle before the driver stopped the truck and fled on foot in west Salina early Wednesday morning.Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said this morning that a witness who was following the truck told law enforcement dispatch that the truck was driving erratically in the area of Osage Avenue and Kiowa Avenue. The witness said the truck had a board in the back that struck and destroyed the mirror on a parked car, later identified as a 2016 Dodge Journey, in the 800 block of Birch Drive.Forrester said the witness followed the truck to the area of the 1500 block of Acorn Circle, where the driver, who was dressed in a dark hoodie and dark pants, exited the truck while it was still running and fled eastbound on foot.The truck was registered to Stevens Contractors of Salina. Forrester said the owner told police that the truck had been parked in the area of the 1500 block of W. Cloud Street and that the keys had more than likely been left in the truck.The owner of the Journey was unaware of the damage until notified by police, Forrester said.The stolen truck, a 1986 International S1900 that was valued at $5,000, sustained no damage, he said.

Witness follows stolen truck; driver eventually flees on foot

The death of a Salina man whose body was found in the pond at Indian Rock Park on Feb. 8 has be ruled to be a "probable drowning."

In the evening of Feb 8, police were notified by a person walking the trails at Indian Rock Park, 1300 Gypsum Avenue, that a body appeared to be in the pond at the park. Police responded and found the body of John Palmgren 56, of Salina.

This morning, the Salina Police Department released the following statement concerning Palmgren's death.

Since the discovery of John Palmgren on February 8, 2022, an autopsy was conducted. Mr. Palmgren’s cause of death is listed as “probable drowning.” The autopsy findings, toxicology report, and information from the case investigation have been reviewed with the Saline County Attorney, Jeff Ebel, and this case is now closed.

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostThe death of a Salina man whose body was found in the pond at Indian Rock Park on Feb. 8 has be ruled to be a "probable drowning."In the evening of Feb 8, police were notified by a person walking the trails at Indian Rock Park, 1300 Gypsum Avenue, that a body appeared to be in the pond at the park. Police responded and found the body of John Palmgren 56, of Salina.This morning, the Salina Police Department released the following statement concerning Palmgren's death.Since the discovery of John Palmgren on February 8, 2022, an autopsy was conducted. Mr. Palmgren’s cause of death is listed as “probable drowning.” The autopsy findings, toxicology report, and information from the case investigation have been reviewed with the Saline County Attorney, Jeff Ebel, and this case is now closed.

'Probable drowning' cited in death of Salina man found in park pond

State Farm recently awarded the Salina Automotive Educational Museum with a $5,000 grant aimed at auto safety and seatbelt usage for the Salina area. 

The grant helped The Garage purchase a seatbelt convincer to educate all drivers about the importance of seatbelt usage while driving.

“The support this State Farm grant has provided allows us to not only purchase the convincer, but to spread awareness about auto safety throughout our community. We care deeply about saving lives and seatbelts save lives. We are excited for this opportunity to share our mission,” said Matthew Miller-Wells, Director of Education for the Salina Automotive Educational Museum.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/4/1649282103178.jpeg" alt="From left:&nbsp;Matthew Miller-Wells, director of education for The Garage; State Farm agent Bary Martin; State Farm agent Robert Pruett; The Garage Board President Tom Pestinger. Photo courtesy State Farm" />
 <figcaption>From left:&nbsp;Matthew Miller-Wells, director of education for The Garage; State Farm agent Bary Martin; State Farm agent Robert Pruett; The Garage Board President Tom Pestinger. Photo courtesy State Farm</figcaption>
 </figure>State FarmState Farm recently awarded the Salina Automotive Educational Museum with a $5,000 grant aimed at auto safety and seatbelt usage for the Salina area. The grant helped The Garage purchase a seatbelt convincer to educate all drivers about the importance of seatbelt usage while driving.“The support this State Farm grant has provided allows us to not only purchase the convincer, but to spread awareness about auto safety throughout our community. We care deeply about saving lives and seatbelts save lives. We are excited for this opportunity to share our mission,” said Matthew Miller-Wells, Director of Education for the Salina Automotive Educational Museum.The Seat Belt Convincer is an easy-to-use educational tool that allows riders to experience force, up to five times their body weight, similar to that of a 5-10 mph crash. Riders can experience the convincer at local events.“State Farm believes in the importance of auto safety and we are excited to be able to support this cause,” said State Farm agent Robert Pruett. “We support what The Garage is doing in the Salina area to educate the community about the importance of seatbelt use,” said State Farm agent Bary Martin.The convincer was developed to educate the general public of how beneficial the use of seat belts can be even when involved in a low-speed collision. It is a very effective tool to promote the importance of seatbelt usage at all speeds.

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