Two Salina men were arrested Tuesday afternoon after a physical altercation with police officers.

At approximately 1:40 p.m. Tuesday, an officer noticed Adrian Vanley, 30, of Salina, in the parking lot of the Airliner Motel, 781 North Broadway Boulevard, and knew that Vanley had a body only warrant out of Saline County District Court, Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester reported this morning. The officer confronted Vanley, advised him of the warrant, and attempted to place him under arrest. Vanely turned toward the officer in a fighting stance and began acting aggressively, Forrester explained.  

Other officers arrived and struggled with Vanley to place him in handcuffs, Forrester noted. While they were on the ground struggling with Vanley, another male, Michael Swisher, 36, of Salina, began approaching the officers, Forrester reported. Officers told Swisher to show them his hands, as Swisher had his right hand in his right pocket and refused to take it out, according to Forrester.   

Officers continued to give commands to Swisher, but he continued advancing toward the officers with his hand in his pocket, Forrester said. Swisher got close enough that one of the officers grabbed Swisher’s left hand, and when that happened, Swisher pulled his right hand out of his pocket and was holding a knife, Forrester noted. Officers continued giving commands and Swisher finally dropped the knife and was taken into custody, he added.  

Forrester said that Vanley was arrested on two active warrants -- probation violation and failure to appear -- and on requested charges of two counts of assault of a law enforcement officer and one count of disorderly conduct.

Swisher was arrested on the following requested charges: three counts of aggravated assault of a law enforcement officer, one count of disorderly conduct, one count of interference with a law enforcement officer, Forrester said. 

Two Salina men were arrested Tuesday afternoon after a physical altercation with police officers.At approximately 1:40 p.m. Tuesday, an officer noticed Adrian Vanley, 30, of Salina, in the parking lot of the Airliner Motel, 781 North Broadway Boulevard, and knew that Vanley had a body only warrant out of Saline County District Court, Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester reported this morning. The officer confronted Vanley, advised him of the warrant, and attempted to place him under arrest. Vanely turned toward the officer in a fighting stance and began acting aggressively, Forrester explained. Other officers arrived and struggled with Vanley to place him in handcuffs, Forrester noted. While they were on the ground struggling with Vanley, another male, Michael Swisher, 36, of Salina, began approaching the officers, Forrester reported. Officers told Swisher to show them his hands, as Swisher had his right hand in his right pocket and refused to take it out, according to Forrester. Officers continued to give commands to Swisher, but he continued advancing toward the officers with his hand in his pocket, Forrester said. Swisher got close enough that one of the officers grabbed Swisher’s left hand, and when that happened, Swisher pulled his right hand out of his pocket and was holding a knife, Forrester noted. Officers continued giving commands and Swisher finally dropped the knife and was taken into custody, he added. Forrester said that Vanley was arrested on two active warrants -- probation violation and failure to appear -- and on requested charges of two counts of assault of a law enforcement officer and one count of disorderly conduct.Swisher was arrested on the following requested charges: three counts of aggravated assault of a law enforcement officer, one count of disorderly conduct, one count of interference with a law enforcement officer, Forrester said.

Salina men arrested after physical altercation with police

A Salina woman was injured Tuesday night after she swerved to avoid hitting a deer and rolled her vehicle.

Saline County Sheriff Roger Soldan said this morning that Alexandra Valdez, 20, of Salina, was westbound on Magnolia Road just east of Whitmore Road in a 2009 Jeep Patriot when she swerved to avoid a deer in the roadway shortly before midnight. The Jeep went into the north ditch, rolled and came to rest on its top, Soldan said.

Valdez was trapped in the vehicle and had to be cut out by the Salina Fire Department rescue squad, he said. She was transported by EMS to Salina Regional Health Center with unknown injuries, he said.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/7/1593616678493.jpeg" alt="A Salina woman swerved to avoid a deer in the roadway and ended up trapped in the Jeep she was driving. Photo courtesy Saline County Sheriff's Office" />
 <figcaption>A Salina woman swerved to avoid a deer in the roadway and ended up trapped in the Jeep she was driving. Photo courtesy Saline County Sheriff's Office</figcaption>
 </figure>A Salina woman was injured Tuesday night after she swerved to avoid hitting a deer and rolled her vehicle.Saline County Sheriff Roger Soldan said this morning that Alexandra Valdez, 20, of Salina, was westbound on Magnolia Road just east of Whitmore Road in a 2009 Jeep Patriot when she swerved to avoid a deer in the roadway shortly before midnight. The Jeep went into the north ditch, rolled and came to rest on its top, Soldan said.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/7/1593616787327.jpeg" alt="The Jeep came to rest on its top. Photo courtesy Saline County Sheriff's Office" />
 <figcaption>The Jeep came to rest on its top. Photo courtesy Saline County Sheriff's Office</figcaption>
 </figure>Valdez was trapped in the vehicle and had to be cut out by the Salina Fire Department rescue squad, he said. She was transported by EMS to Salina Regional Health Center with unknown injuries, he said.

Salina woman injured in rollover accident east of town late Tuesday

The Tri-Rivers Fair Board has decided to cancel this year's fair, with the exception of the 4-H events. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Tri-Rivers-Fair-110591415684566/">Tri-Rivers Fair</a> Facebook page:

The Tri-Rivers Fair Board has decided to cancel this year's fair, with the exception of the 4-H events. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Tri-Rivers-Fair-110591415684566/">Tri-Rivers Fair</a> Facebook page:<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fpermalink.php%3Fstory_fbid%3D3009433255800353%26id%3D110591415684566&width=500" width="500" height="287" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowTransparency="true" allow="encrypted-media"></iframe></div>

Tri-Rivers Fair Board cancels 2020 fair events

By KIM BALDWIN McPherson County farmer and rancher

As the days wind down in June, wheat harvest has just now begun for our family. It’s a late harvest this year, but we are glad we are able to get into the fields to harvest the grain. It’s perhaps my most favorite event of the year on the farm. We’ve watched this crop since last fall when it was sown into the soil and emerged as a small plant. We’ve watched as it’s carpeted the ground, survived a cold winter, transformed into the most vivid green before ripening into the most beautiful yellow. We’ve invested a lot of time and hope in the crop, and now it’s time to harvest the grain. &nbsp; One of the other reasons I love wheat harvest is because the entire family is involved. Since the kids are out of school for the summer, they get to experience harvest in all of its glory as well. Both Banks and Isannah have always played an active role in wheat harvest. When both were younger many of their nap times happened in their car seats while I would drive meals or machine parts out to the fields. I would hold my babies on my hips, and we'd wave to the combines and cheer as they'd roar past making another round in a field. &nbsp; Every year my kids get to help bake cookies, pack meals and distribute drinks for our harvest crew. They get to sink their toes in the spilled wheat before it's shoveled up. They love to drive out to the fields and watch our crew and machines run. They enjoy meals out in the field and riding in the combine’s buddy seat next to their dad or grandpa as they move from one side of the field to the other cutting the wheat. It’s a beautiful tradition we experience every summer, and I often wonder if harvest will call my two home when they are older with children of their own. &nbsp; Last night, after we had driven out to the field with food for the crew, the guys began walking back to the tractor, combines and trucks to continue cutting the wheat into the night. As we were walking back to the car, my 4-year-old daughter began weeping. The weeping quickly turned into sobs. As I was attempting to calm her down to find out what was wrong, she was pointing to the combines and grain cart already moving to the opposite end of the field.&nbsp; &nbsp; After encouraging her to take deep breaths so she could express what was wrong, she began to hiccup her explanation while tears rolled down her face.&nbsp;It turns out she had planned to ride in a combine after dinner and clearly she was not in one of the cabs. She wanted me to call one of the combines back so she could get in and help cut wheat. I assured her she’d get to ride later. Hesitantly, she climbed into her car seat and we drove home. &nbsp; For the next few hours, Isannah would ask if it was time for her to go cut. Near bedtime, my husband briefly came into the house to get an item before getting back out to the field. Isannah cornered him and asked if it was time for her to go cut wheat. He knew she would not take “no” for an answer. So even though it was already past her bedtime, at 9 p.m., the two of them headed back to the field. According to Adam, she fell asleep on the drive out to the field, but woke up to help cut wheat for another couple hours. &nbsp; He carried her to bed shortly before midnight, both exhausted from another day of wheat harvest.&nbsp; &nbsp; This morning as we all slowly made our way to the breakfast table, Isannah, still sleepy eyed with dirt on her face and wearing the same clothes from yesterday, sat down at the table, crossed her arms and proceeded to ask Adam, “When are WE cutting wheat today?”&nbsp; &nbsp; How can you not love wheat harvest when it’s clearly a family affair?

"Insight" is a weekly column published by Kansas Farm Bureau, the state's largest farm organization whose mission is to strengthen agriculture and the lives of Kansans through advocacy, education and service.&nbsp;Copyright © 2020 Kansas Farm Bureau, All rights reserved.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1573617414005.jpeg" alt="Kim Baldwin. Photo courtesy KFB" />
 <figcaption>Kim Baldwin. Photo courtesy KFB</figcaption>
 </figure>By KIM BALDWIN McPherson County farmer and rancherAs the days wind down in June, wheat harvest has just now begun for our family. It’s a late harvest this year, but we are glad we are able to get into the fields to harvest the grain. It’s perhaps my most favorite event of the year on the farm. We’ve watched this crop since last fall when it was sown into the soil and emerged as a small plant. We’ve watched as it’s carpeted the ground, survived a cold winter, transformed into the most vivid green before ripening into the most beautiful yellow. We’ve invested a lot of time and hope in the crop, and now it’s time to harvest the grain. &nbsp; One of the other reasons I love wheat harvest is because the entire family is involved. Since the kids are out of school for the summer, they get to experience harvest in all of its glory as well. Both Banks and Isannah have always played an active role in wheat harvest. When both were younger many of their nap times happened in their car seats while I would drive meals or machine parts out to the fields. I would hold my babies on my hips, and we'd wave to the combines and cheer as they'd roar past making another round in a field. &nbsp; Every year my kids get to help bake cookies, pack meals and distribute drinks for our harvest crew. They get to sink their toes in the spilled wheat before it's shoveled up. They love to drive out to the fields and watch our crew and machines run. They enjoy meals out in the field and riding in the combine’s buddy seat next to their dad or grandpa as they move from one side of the field to the other cutting the wheat. It’s a beautiful tradition we experience every summer, and I often wonder if harvest will call my two home when they are older with children of their own. &nbsp; Last night, after we had driven out to the field with food for the crew, the guys began walking back to the tractor, combines and trucks to continue cutting the wheat into the night. As we were walking back to the car, my 4-year-old daughter began weeping. The weeping quickly turned into sobs. As I was attempting to calm her down to find out what was wrong, she was pointing to the combines and grain cart already moving to the opposite end of the field.&nbsp; &nbsp; After encouraging her to take deep breaths so she could express what was wrong, she began to hiccup her explanation while tears rolled down her face.&nbsp;It turns out she had planned to ride in a combine after dinner and clearly she was not in one of the cabs. She wanted me to call one of the combines back so she could get in and help cut wheat. I assured her she’d get to ride later. Hesitantly, she climbed into her car seat and we drove home. &nbsp; For the next few hours, Isannah would ask if it was time for her to go cut. Near bedtime, my husband briefly came into the house to get an item before getting back out to the field. Isannah cornered him and asked if it was time for her to go cut wheat. He knew she would not take “no” for an answer. So even though it was already past her bedtime, at 9 p.m., the two of them headed back to the field. According to Adam, she fell asleep on the drive out to the field, but woke up to help cut wheat for another couple hours. &nbsp; He carried her to bed shortly before midnight, both exhausted from another day of wheat harvest.&nbsp; &nbsp; This morning as we all slowly made our way to the breakfast table, Isannah, still sleepy eyed with dirt on her face and wearing the same clothes from yesterday, sat down at the table, crossed her arms and proceeded to ask Adam, “When are WE cutting wheat today?”&nbsp; &nbsp; How can you not love wheat harvest when it’s clearly a family affair?"Insight" is a weekly column published by Kansas Farm Bureau, the state's largest farm organization whose mission is to strengthen agriculture and the lives of Kansans through advocacy, education and service.&nbsp;Copyright © 2020 Kansas Farm Bureau, All rights reserved.

Insight: A family harvest

Eagle Radio is joining forces with the Ashby House to help FINISH THAT HOUSE!

Ashby House, 150 South Eighth Street, is adding a new shelter to its complex. The house is being remodeled to be used for women and children in the Salina area.

Eagle Radio is matching up to $5,000 with the Bob Schmidt Foundation. You can help as well by donating today at Eagle Radio studios, 1825 South Ohio Street, or on <a href="http://Ashbyhouse.org">Ashbyhouse.org</a>.

Additionally, skilled volunteered groups are welcome. 

Ashby House is an organization empowering women and families. Donate today!

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/6/1593568346319.jpeg" alt="This house that was moved from South Fifth Street and placed on the Ashby House property at the corner of South Eighth Street and West Walnut Street is being remodeled to provide space for women and children. Salina Post photo" />
 <figcaption>This house that was moved from South Fifth Street and placed on the Ashby House property at the corner of South Eighth Street and West Walnut Street is being remodeled to provide space for women and children. Salina Post photo</figcaption>
 </figure>Eagle Radio is joining forces with the Ashby House to help FINISH THAT HOUSE!Ashby House, 150 South Eighth Street, is adding a new shelter to its complex. The house is being remodeled to be used for women and children in the Salina area.Eagle Radio is matching up to $5,000 with the Bob Schmidt Foundation. You can help as well by donating today at Eagle Radio studios, 1825 South Ohio Street, or on <a href="http://Ashbyhouse.org">Ashbyhouse.org</a>.Additionally, skilled volunteered groups are welcome. Ashby House is an organization empowering women and families. Donate today!

Eagle Radio: FINISH THAT HOUSE!

Today is Wednesday, July 1, the 183rd day of 2020. There are 183 days left in the year. 

On July 1, 1863, the pivotal, three-day Civil War Battle of Gettysburg, resulting in a Union victory, began in Pennsylvania. 

In 1867, Canada became a self-governing dominion of Great Britain as the British North America Act took effect. 

In 1912, aviator Harriet Quimby, 37, was killed along with her passenger, William Willard, when they were thrown out of Quimby's monoplane at the Third Annual Boston Aviation Meet. 

In 1944, delegates from 44 countries began meeting at Bretton Woods, New Hampshire, where they agreed to establish the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank. 

In 1946, the United States exploded a 20-kiloton atomic bomb near Bikini Atoll in the Pacific. 

In 1961, Diana, the princess of Wales, was born in Sandringham, England. (She died in a 1997 car crash in Paris at age 36.) 

In 1963, the U.S. Post Office inaugurated its five-digit ZIP codes. 

In 1966, the Medicare federal insurance program went into effect. 

In 1991, President George H.W. Bush nominated federal appeals court judge Clarence Thomas to the Supreme Court, beginning an ultimately successful confirmation process marked by allegations of sexual harassment. 

In 1997, Hong Kong reverted to Chinese rule after 156 years as a British colony. Actor Robert Mitchum died in Santa Barbara, California, at age 79. 

In 2002, the world's first permanent war crimes tribunal, the International Criminal Court, came into existence. A Russian passenger jet collided with a cargo plane over southern Germany, killing all 69 people, including 45 schoolchildren, on the Russian plane and the cargo jet pilots. 

In 2004, actor Marlon Brando died in Los Angeles at age 80. 

In 2009, Academy Award-winning actor Karl Malden, 97, died in Brentwood, California. 

Ten years ago: California lawmakers approved a $20 million settlement with the family of Jaycee Dugard, who was kidnapped as a girl and held captive in a secret backyard for 18 years by a paroled sex offender. At least two suicide bombers attacked a popular Muslim shrine in Pakistan's second largest city, Lahore, killing some three dozen people.

Five years ago: After more than a half-century of hostility, the United States and Cuba declared they would reopen embassies in each other's capitals, marking a historic full restoration of diplomatic relations between the Cold War foes. Episcopalians voted overwhelmingly at their General Convention in Salt Lake City to allow religious weddings for same-sex couples. San Francisco resident Kate Steinle, 32, was fatally shot in the back while walking along the city's popular waterfront. (Juan Francisco Lopez-Sanchez, a Mexican national who was in the U.S. illegally, acknowledged holding the gun that killed Steinle but said it fired accidentally after he found it. He was found not guilty of killing Steinle; a state appeals court threw out his conviction on a gun charge.)

One year ago: Fifteen-year-old Coco Gauff, the youngest player to qualify at Wimbeldon in the professional era, defeated 39-year-old Venus Williams in the first round, 6-4, 6-4. Los Angeles Angels pitcher Tyler Skaggs, 27, was found dead in his room at the Texas hotel where the team was staying; the medical examiner found that Skaggs had a toxic mix of alcohol and the painkillers fentanyl and oxycodone in his body. Hundreds of protesters swarmed into Hong Kong's legislature, defacing portraits of lawmakers and spray-painting pro-democracy slogans in the chamber before vacating it as riot police cleared surrounding streets with tear gas; the three-hour occupation came on the 22nd anniversary of the former British colony's return to China.

Today's Birthdays: Actress Olivia de Havilland is 104. Actress-dancer Leslie Caron is 89. Actress Jean Marsh is 86. Actor Jamie Farr is 86. Actor David Prowse is 85. Cookiemaker Wally Amos is 84. Dancer-choreographer Twyla Tharp is 79. Actress Genevieve Bujold is 78. Rock singer-actress Deborah Harry is 75. Movie-TV producer-director Michael Pressman is 70. Actor Daryl Anderson is 69. Actor Trevor Eve is 69. Actor Terrence Mann is 69. Rock singer Fred Schneider (B-52's) is 69. Pop singer Victor Willis (Village People) is 69. Actor-comedian Dan Aykroyd is 68. Actress Lorna Patterson is 64. Actor Alan Ruck is 64. Rhythm and blues singer Evelyn "Champagne" King is 60. Olympic gold medal track star Carl Lewis is 59. Country singer Michelle Wright is 59. Actor Andre Braugher is 58. Actor Dominic Keating is 58. Actress Pamela Anderson is 53. Rock musician Mark Pirro is 50. Rock musician Franny Griffiths (Space) is 50. Actor Henry Simmons is 50. Hip-hop artist Missy Elliott is 49. Actress Julianne Nicholson is 49. Actress Melissa Peterman is 49. Actress/writer Jill Kargman is 46. Rock musician Bryan Devendorf (The National) is 45. Singer/songwriter Sufjan Stevens is 45. Actor Thomas Sadoski is 44. Actress Liv Tyler is 43. Bluegrass musician Adam Haynes (formerly w/Dailey &amp; Vincent) is 41. Actress Hilarie Burton is 38. Actress Lynsey Bartilson is 37. Actress Lea Seydoux is 35. Actor Evan Ellingson is 32. Actors Andrew and Steven Cavarno are 28. Actress/singer Chloe Bailey is 22. Actress Storm Reid is 17.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/6/1592508220607.jpeg" alt="&nbsp; Photo of old book courtesy&nbsp;<a href="http://shutterstock.com/">shutterstock</a>" />
 <figcaption>&nbsp; Photo of old book courtesy&nbsp;<a href="http://shutterstock.com/">shutterstock</a></figcaption>
 </figure>By THE ASSOCIATED PRESSToday is Wednesday, July 1, the 183rd day of 2020. There are 183 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On July 1, 1863, the pivotal, three-day Civil War Battle of Gettysburg, resulting in a Union victory, began in Pennsylvania. On this date: In 1867, Canada became a self-governing dominion of Great Britain as the British North America Act took effect. In 1912, aviator Harriet Quimby, 37, was killed along with her passenger, William Willard, when they were thrown out of Quimby's monoplane at the Third Annual Boston Aviation Meet. In 1944, delegates from 44 countries began meeting at Bretton Woods, New Hampshire, where they agreed to establish the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank. In 1946, the United States exploded a 20-kiloton atomic bomb near Bikini Atoll in the Pacific. In 1961, Diana, the princess of Wales, was born in Sandringham, England. (She died in a 1997 car crash in Paris at age 36.) In 1963, the U.S. Post Office inaugurated its five-digit ZIP codes. In 1966, the Medicare federal insurance program went into effect. In 1991, President George H.W. Bush nominated federal appeals court judge Clarence Thomas to the Supreme Court, beginning an ultimately successful confirmation process marked by allegations of sexual harassment. In 1997, Hong Kong reverted to Chinese rule after 156 years as a British colony. Actor Robert Mitchum died in Santa Barbara, California, at age 79. In 2002, the world's first permanent war crimes tribunal, the International Criminal Court, came into existence. A Russian passenger jet collided with a cargo plane over southern Germany, killing all 69 people, including 45 schoolchildren, on the Russian plane and the cargo jet pilots. In 2004, actor Marlon Brando died in Los Angeles at age 80. In 2009, Academy Award-winning actor Karl Malden, 97, died in Brentwood, California. Ten years ago: California lawmakers approved a $20 million settlement with the family of Jaycee Dugard, who was kidnapped as a girl and held captive in a secret backyard for 18 years by a paroled sex offender. At least two suicide bombers attacked a popular Muslim shrine in Pakistan's second largest city, Lahore, killing some three dozen people. Five years ago: After more than a half-century of hostility, the United States and Cuba declared they would reopen embassies in each other's capitals, marking a historic full restoration of diplomatic relations between the Cold War foes. Episcopalians voted overwhelmingly at their General Convention in Salt Lake City to allow religious weddings for same-sex couples. San Francisco resident Kate Steinle, 32, was fatally shot in the back while walking along the city's popular waterfront. (Juan Francisco Lopez-Sanchez, a Mexican national who was in the U.S. illegally, acknowledged holding the gun that killed Steinle but said it fired accidentally after he found it. He was found not guilty of killing Steinle; a state appeals court threw out his conviction on a gun charge.) One year ago: Fifteen-year-old Coco Gauff, the youngest player to qualify at Wimbeldon in the professional era, defeated 39-year-old Venus Williams in the first round, 6-4, 6-4. Los Angeles Angels pitcher Tyler Skaggs, 27, was found dead in his room at the Texas hotel where the team was staying; the medical examiner found that Skaggs had a toxic mix of alcohol and the painkillers fentanyl and oxycodone in his body. Hundreds of protesters swarmed into Hong Kong's legislature, defacing portraits of lawmakers and spray-painting pro-democracy slogans in the chamber before vacating it as riot police cleared surrounding streets with tear gas; the three-hour occupation came on the 22nd anniversary of the former British colony's return to China. Today's Birthdays: Actress Olivia de Havilland is 104. Actress-dancer Leslie Caron is 89. Actress Jean Marsh is 86. Actor Jamie Farr is 86. Actor David Prowse is 85. Cookiemaker Wally Amos is 84. Dancer-choreographer Twyla Tharp is 79. Actress Genevieve Bujold is 78. Rock singer-actress Deborah Harry is 75. Movie-TV producer-director Michael Pressman is 70. Actor Daryl Anderson is 69. Actor Trevor Eve is 69. Actor Terrence Mann is 69. Rock singer Fred Schneider (B-52's) is 69. Pop singer Victor Willis (Village People) is 69. Actor-comedian Dan Aykroyd is 68. Actress Lorna Patterson is 64. Actor Alan Ruck is 64. Rhythm and blues singer Evelyn "Champagne" King is 60. Olympic gold medal track star Carl Lewis is 59. Country singer Michelle Wright is 59. Actor Andre Braugher is 58. Actor Dominic Keating is 58. Actress Pamela Anderson is 53. Rock musician Mark Pirro is 50. Rock musician Franny Griffiths (Space) is 50. Actor Henry Simmons is 50. Hip-hop artist Missy Elliott is 49. Actress Julianne Nicholson is 49. Actress Melissa Peterman is 49. Actress/writer Jill Kargman is 46. Rock musician Bryan Devendorf (The National) is 45. Singer/songwriter Sufjan Stevens is 45. Actor Thomas Sadoski is 44. Actress Liv Tyler is 43. Bluegrass musician Adam Haynes (formerly w/Dailey &amp; Vincent) is 41. Actress Hilarie Burton is 38. Actress Lynsey Bartilson is 37. Actress Lea Seydoux is 35. Actor Evan Ellingson is 32. Actors Andrew and Steven Cavarno are 28. Actress/singer Chloe Bailey is 22. Actress Storm Reid is 17.

Today in History -- July 1

Saline County Commissioners on Tuesday voted to deny a request for industrial revenue bonds to finance construction of an agriculture-related retail business just south of Salina.

The business is considering building on South Ninth Street, just south of the Salina city limits, according to information provided by the county. The county’s policy on tax abatements contains six factors to be considered that are all centered around determining the economic benefit of the project. While the commissioners showed enthusiasm for this business to come to Saline County and expressed hope that the project moves forward, they voted to deny the request to issue the bonds.

Commissioners heard a presentation concerning the Coronavirus Relief Funds that Saline County is slated to receive from the State of Kansas. $11,026,434 is what Saline County can expect to use for any expenses that were associated with the response and mitigation of the public health emergency. These funds are to be shared with municipalities and school districts but can also be used by the county. READ: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/49e8491d-560d-484b-8919-a1e1442cd740">County seeks advisors for fund disbursements</a>

During his weekly update County Administrator Phillip Smith-Hanes told commissioners that the county would switch its insurance from Travelers to OneBeacon, which came in $6,611 lower than last year's Travelers premiums. In total, insurance premiums through OneBeacon will be $281,912, the county information noted.

Smith-Hanes told commissioners that because Governor Laura Kelly's executive order mandating mask wearing will not be available until Thursday, there will be challenges with making local decisions without first viewing the order, which is set to go into effect at 12:01 a.m. Friday.

Additionally, Smith-Hanes updated commissioners on the COVID-19 situation at the Saline County Jail. He said that Sheriff Roger Soldan and County Health Officer Jason Tiller are working closely with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment regarding the positive COVID-19 case in the Saline County Jail. They are coordinating testing of contacts. READ: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/ac9824b7-e201-4ea2-9fd7-b21f105c1d61">SC Jail inmates, corrections officers to be tested for COVID-19</a>

Smith-Hanes also informed the commissioners that a team from the Saline County Road and Bridge Department received first place in a friendly competition called "Build a Better Mouse Trap." Staff needed an effective way to clean out low concrete box culverts, so the enlisted the help of a local manufacturer and spent $4,000 building an attachment to a skid loader. This allows them to clean out debris and allows for free passage of water to avoid damage to roadways and private property. The team was recognized with lunch, new safety vests, and a plaque by the Kansas Local Technical Assistance Program staff.

Commissioners also heard a budget appeal from Marilyn Leamer, human resources director. In the recommended budget, the county administrator denied the request for an additional staff member for human resources. Leamer provided the commission with additional information regarding her request, citing the last time staff changes occurred for the office was in 2008. Since that time, 50 positions have been added, the payroll for election workers and rural firefighters has been added, and there were the recommended additional 10 positions already in the 2021 budget that create a need for additional assistance. Saline County averages 51 new hires each year at many different intervals. Commissioners will make their recommendations next week regarding this appeal. 

Commissioners had conversations about the proposed 2021 budget. They asked several questions of the county administrator on particular line items. Next week, commissioners will make their final decisions on allocations and department budgets.

Commissioners also met in executive session for attorney/client privilege.

Saline County Commissioners on Tuesday voted to deny a request for industrial revenue bonds to finance construction of an agriculture-related retail business just south of Salina.The business is considering building on South Ninth Street, just south of the Salina city limits, according to information provided by the county. The county’s policy on tax abatements contains six factors to be considered that are all centered around determining the economic benefit of the project. While the commissioners showed enthusiasm for this business to come to Saline County and expressed hope that the project moves forward, they voted to deny the request to issue the bonds.In other business:Commissioners heard a presentation concerning the Coronavirus Relief Funds that Saline County is slated to receive from the State of Kansas. $11,026,434 is what Saline County can expect to use for any expenses that were associated with the response and mitigation of the public health emergency. These funds are to be shared with municipalities and school districts but can also be used by the county. READ: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/49e8491d-560d-484b-8919-a1e1442cd740">County seeks advisors for fund disbursements</a>During his weekly update County Administrator Phillip Smith-Hanes told commissioners that the county would switch its insurance from Travelers to OneBeacon, which came in $6,611 lower than last year's Travelers premiums. In total, insurance premiums through OneBeacon will be $281,912, the county information noted.Smith-Hanes told commissioners that because Governor Laura Kelly's executive order mandating mask wearing will not be available until Thursday, there will be challenges with making local decisions without first viewing the order, which is set to go into effect at 12:01 a.m. Friday.Additionally, Smith-Hanes updated commissioners on the COVID-19 situation at the Saline County Jail. He said that Sheriff Roger Soldan and County Health Officer Jason Tiller are working closely with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment regarding the positive COVID-19 case in the Saline County Jail. They are coordinating testing of contacts. READ: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/ac9824b7-e201-4ea2-9fd7-b21f105c1d61">SC Jail inmates, corrections officers to be tested for COVID-19</a>Smith-Hanes also informed the commissioners that a team from the Saline County Road and Bridge Department received first place in a friendly competition called "Build a Better Mouse Trap." Staff needed an effective way to clean out low concrete box culverts, so the enlisted the help of a local manufacturer and spent $4,000 building an attachment to a skid loader. This allows them to clean out debris and allows for free passage of water to avoid damage to roadways and private property. The team was recognized with lunch, new safety vests, and a plaque by the Kansas Local Technical Assistance Program staff.Commissioners also heard a budget appeal from Marilyn Leamer, human resources director. In the recommended budget, the county administrator denied the request for an additional staff member for human resources. Leamer provided the commission with additional information regarding her request, citing the last time staff changes occurred for the office was in 2008. Since that time, 50 positions have been added, the payroll for election workers and rural firefighters has been added, and there were the recommended additional 10 positions already in the 2021 budget that create a need for additional assistance. Saline County averages 51 new hires each year at many different intervals. Commissioners will make their recommendations next week regarding this appeal. Commissioners had conversations about the proposed 2021 budget. They asked several questions of the county administrator on particular line items. Next week, commissioners will make their final decisions on allocations and department budgets.Commissioners also met in executive session for attorney/client privilege.

County commission denies request for industrial revenue bonds

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LINCOLN, Neb. -- Nearly 7,500 University of Nebraska-Lincoln students have been named to the Deans' List for the spring semester of the 2019-20 academic year.

Qualification for the Deans' List varies among the eight undergraduate colleges and the Explore Center. Listed below are the minimum requirements for each entity and the name of its respective dean or director. All qualifying grade-point averages are based on a four-point scale and a minimum number of graded semester hours, which varied by college during the spring semester. Students can be on the Deans' List for more than one college.

College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, 3.75; Dean Tiffany Heng-Moss.

College of Architecture, top 10% of students in the college; Dean Katherine S. Ankerson.

College of Arts and Sciences, 3.7; Dean Mark E. Button.

College of Business, 3.6; Dean Kathy Farrell.

College of Education and Human Sciences, 3.75; Dean Sherri Jones.

College of Engineering, 3.5; Dean Lance C. Perez.

College of Journalism and Mass Communications, 3.7; Interim Dean Amy Struthers.

Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts, 3.7; Dean Charles O'Connor.

Explore Center for undeclared, pre-engineering, pre-health and pre-law students, 3.6; Senior Associate Vice Chancellor and Dean of Undergraduate Education Amy Goodburn.

Following is a list of area students named to the Dean's List.

Beloit&nbsp; Jared Long, senior, Dean's Lists, College of Arts and Sciences and College of Journalism and Mass Communications, political science and journalism.

Clay Center Charlotte Claire Straley, senior, Dean's Lists, College of Arts and Sciences and College of Business, English and actuarial science.

Salina Payton Kathleen Bergkamp, sophomore, Dean's List, Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts, emerging media arts.

Bailee Rose Steinle, junior, Dean's List, College of Business, accounting.

Lindsey Wilson Wood, senior, Dean's List, College of Education and Human Sciences, elementary education.

For the full Deans' List, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://email.readme.readmedia.com/ss/c/32IxTgwFGaalFTsuZasCIfT_DPoqAXuKY-4g7_PTF2t-7bf4m-DvylUc6gaE_ahJ/331/4OSHGs8pS2y4Oa6pR12jjw/h0/Cl0bsOyD7fo8XdDPDtxYeW4Po53YCfoW7UwNV9wM3y0" target="_blank">https://go.unl.edu/deanslist-spring20</a>.

LINCOLN, Neb. -- Nearly 7,500 University of Nebraska-Lincoln students have been named to the Deans' List for the spring semester of the 2019-20 academic year.Qualification for the Deans' List varies among the eight undergraduate colleges and the Explore Center. Listed below are the minimum requirements for each entity and the name of its respective dean or director. All qualifying grade-point averages are based on a four-point scale and a minimum number of graded semester hours, which varied by college during the spring semester. Students can be on the Deans' List for more than one college.College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, 3.75; Dean Tiffany Heng-Moss.College of Architecture, top 10% of students in the college; Dean Katherine S. Ankerson.College of Arts and Sciences, 3.7; Dean Mark E. Button.College of Business, 3.6; Dean Kathy Farrell.College of Education and Human Sciences, 3.75; Dean Sherri Jones.College of Engineering, 3.5; Dean Lance C. Perez.College of Journalism and Mass Communications, 3.7; Interim Dean Amy Struthers.Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts, 3.7; Dean Charles O'Connor.Explore Center for undeclared, pre-engineering, pre-health and pre-law students, 3.6; Senior Associate Vice Chancellor and Dean of Undergraduate Education Amy Goodburn.Following is a list of area students named to the Dean's List.Beloit&nbsp; Jared Long, senior, Dean's Lists, College of Arts and Sciences and College of Journalism and Mass Communications, political science and journalism.Clay Center Charlotte Claire Straley, senior, Dean's Lists, College of Arts and Sciences and College of Business, English and actuarial science.Salina Payton Kathleen Bergkamp, sophomore, Dean's List, Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts, emerging media arts.Bailee Rose Steinle, junior, Dean's List, College of Business, accounting.Lindsey Wilson Wood, senior, Dean's List, College of Education and Human Sciences, elementary education.For the full Deans' List, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://email.readme.readmedia.com/ss/c/32IxTgwFGaalFTsuZasCIfT_DPoqAXuKY-4g7_PTF2t-7bf4m-DvylUc6gaE_ahJ/331/4OSHGs8pS2y4Oa6pR12jjw/h0/Cl0bsOyD7fo8XdDPDtxYeW4Po53YCfoW7UwNV9wM3y0" target="_blank">https://go.unl.edu/deanslist-spring20</a>.

Nearly 7,500 Huskers named to spring Deans' List

Saline County Commissioners signed a resolution today to receive $11,026,434 in Coronavirus Relief Funding as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economy Security Act (CARES Act) signed by the president back in March.

With the best interests of Saline County residents, businesses, and organizations in mind, the Board of County Commissioners approved to form a committee to advise the Commission on fund disbursements.&nbsp; This committee will be composed of three County staff members and four citizens.&nbsp; The committee will provide recommendations on how funds will be used to cover expenses that are necessary expenditures incurred or expected to be incurred due to the public health emergency.

Citizens that are interested volunteering their time serving on this committee must fill out an expression of interest form that is located on our website&nbsp;<a href="http://www.saline.org/" target="_blank">www.saline.org</a>.&nbsp; Interested persons&nbsp;MUST&nbsp;be able to meet weekly starting July 13 through Aug. 17 and at least monthly until Dec. 30.&nbsp;

Expression of interest forms will be accepted until 1 p.m. on Monday.&nbsp; Members of the committee will be appointed on July 7.

For additional questions, please contact the Saline County Administrative Resource Center at 785-309-5810.

Saline County Commissioners signed a resolution today to receive $11,026,434 in Coronavirus Relief Funding as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economy Security Act (CARES Act) signed by the president back in March.With the best interests of Saline County residents, businesses, and organizations in mind, the Board of County Commissioners approved to form a committee to advise the Commission on fund disbursements.&nbsp; This committee will be composed of three County staff members and four citizens.&nbsp; The committee will provide recommendations on how funds will be used to cover expenses that are necessary expenditures incurred or expected to be incurred due to the public health emergency.Citizens that are interested volunteering their time serving on this committee must fill out an expression of interest form that is located on our website&nbsp;<a href="http://www.saline.org/" target="_blank">www.saline.org</a>.&nbsp; Interested persons&nbsp;MUST&nbsp;be able to meet weekly starting July 13 through Aug. 17 and at least monthly until Dec. 30.&nbsp;Expression of interest forms will be accepted until 1 p.m. on Monday.&nbsp; Members of the committee will be appointed on July 7.For additional questions, please contact the Saline County Administrative Resource Center at 785-309-5810.

County seeks advisors for fund disbursements

CONCORDIA -- Cloud County Community College (CCCC) has announced the names of students on the spring 2020 honor roll. 

To be named to this honor roll, students must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 hours of college coursework and earned a semester grade point average of 3.6-3.899.

Cloud County Community College (CCCC) is one of 26 public two-year community and technical colleges in Kansas and is coordinated by the Kansas Board of Regents. CCCC's service area encompasses a 12-county area primarily in north central Kansas with its two physical campuses in Concordia and Junction City.

CONCORDIA -- Cloud County Community College (CCCC) has announced the names of students on the spring 2020 honor roll. To be named to this honor roll, students must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 hours of college coursework and earned a semester grade point average of 3.6-3.899.Brian Nelson of Jamestown, KSBrady Palen of Beloit, KSCassandra Fremouw of Clay Center, KSCassandra Quathamer of Enterprise, KSConnor O'Hare of Lincoln, KSCarson Windholz of Marquette, KSDalton Delzeit of Jewell, KSEmma Winters of Bennington, KSFaith Thurner of Concordia, KSHannah Owens of Belleville, KSJacee Hillegeist of Lincoln, KSJocelyn Buller of Delphos, KSJared Mines of Galva, KSJacob Ruiz of Clay Center, KSKatelin Donovan of Concordia, KSKeegan Brownell of Clay Center, KSKyle Hummel of Hope, KSKara Hays of Ellsworth, KSLauren Trecek of Concordia, KSMaycee Callihan of Agenda, KSMakayla Hollerich of Beloit, KSOlivia Nobert of Clyde, KSTaylor Ellis-Jones of Concordia, KSZachary Sorell of Clyde, KSCloud County Community College (CCCC) is one of 26 public two-year community and technical colleges in Kansas and is coordinated by the Kansas Board of Regents. CCCC's service area encompasses a 12-county area primarily in north central Kansas with its two physical campuses in Concordia and Junction City.

CCCC announces spring 2020 honor roll

Amid COVID-19 concerns, OCCK, Inc. Transportation will be requiring face masks for all passengers on all transportation services including CityGo, 81 Connection, Regional Paratransit, City of Abilene, and KanConnect public transportation beginning at start of business on Friday and continuing until further notice.

A small number of masks will be available upon request for passengers each day starting on Friday.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, all passengers must have their own masks starting July 13, 2020, in order to board transportation vehicles.

Social distancing guidelines will still be followed.&nbsp;

Extensive cleaning of vehicles is still taking place.

Service levels will be adjusted as the situation warrants.&nbsp;&nbsp;Information will be submitted to the media, posted on Facebook and the OCCK Transportation website.

For more information about OCCK, Inc., visit www.occk.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;For more information about CityGo and OCCK Transportation, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.salinacitygo.com/" target="_blank">www.salinacitygo.com</a>. Or, contact the OCCK Transportation Center at 785-826-1583.

Amid COVID-19 concerns, OCCK, Inc. Transportation will be requiring face masks for all passengers on all transportation services including CityGo, 81 Connection, Regional Paratransit, City of Abilene, and KanConnect public transportation beginning at start of business on Friday and continuing until further notice.A small number of masks will be available upon request for passengers each day starting on Friday.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, all passengers must have their own masks starting July 13, 2020, in order to board transportation vehicles.Social distancing guidelines will still be followed.&nbsp;Extensive cleaning of vehicles is still taking place.Service levels will be adjusted as the situation warrants.&nbsp;&nbsp;Information will be submitted to the media, posted on Facebook and the OCCK Transportation website.For more information about OCCK, Inc., visit www.occk.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;For more information about CityGo and OCCK Transportation, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.salinacitygo.com/" target="_blank">www.salinacitygo.com</a>. Or, contact the OCCK Transportation Center at 785-826-1583.

OCCK Transportation to require passengers wear face masks

USD 305 issued the following statement concerning the the confirmed COVID-19 case of a Heartland Early Education Center staff member.

Heartland Early Education Center received confirmation on June 30, 2020 that a staff person who&nbsp;has&nbsp;not&nbsp;been working with students&nbsp;tested positive for COVID-19. The Saline County Health Department is in the process of contacting anyone who needs to be notified.

Safety protocols remain in use including sanitizing equipment and classrooms, and taking precautions against COVID-19 such as handwashing and social distancing. All USD 305 staff continue to self-screen prior to reporting to work each day.

“Our primary goal is to educate our students in a safe environment,” said Linn Exline, superintendent. “We will continue to reevaluate safety protocols and adjust in response to the changing situation.”

Salina USD 305 communicates regularly with the Saline County Health Department and continues to follow their guidance.

Heartland Early Education is a multi-county program that serves eligible children birth to five and their families.

USD 305 issued the following statement concerning the the confirmed COVID-19 case of a Heartland Early Education Center staff member.Heartland Early Education Center received confirmation on June 30, 2020 that a staff person who&nbsp;has&nbsp;not&nbsp;been working with students&nbsp;tested positive for COVID-19. The Saline County Health Department is in the process of contacting anyone who needs to be notified.Safety protocols remain in use including sanitizing equipment and classrooms, and taking precautions against COVID-19 such as handwashing and social distancing. All USD 305 staff continue to self-screen prior to reporting to work each day.“Our primary goal is to educate our students in a safe environment,” said Linn Exline, superintendent. “We will continue to reevaluate safety protocols and adjust in response to the changing situation.”Salina USD 305 communicates regularly with the Saline County Health Department and continues to follow their guidance.Heartland Early Education is a multi-county program that serves eligible children birth to five and their families.

USD 305: Heartland staff member tests positive for COVID-19

These positions are full time with benefits. The positions available are:

Check out these jobs! To apply for these positions, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.russellstover.com/careers">www.russellstover.com/careers</a>.

Russell Stover Chocolates factory and store is located right of I-70 at exit 270 on the west side of Abilene, Kansas, and has been in business nationally since 1923.

Russell Stover Chocolates is an equal opportunity employer.

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 </figure>These positions are full time with benefits. The positions available are:· 1st Shift Candy Makers· 2nd Shift Candy Makers· 2nd Shift Service· 2nd Shift Packers· 2nd Shift Wrapping Lead· 2nd Shift Machine Operators· Box Supervisor· Utility Forklift DriverCheck out these jobs! To apply for these positions, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.russellstover.com/careers">www.russellstover.com/careers</a>.Russell Stover Chocolates factory and store is located right of I-70 at exit 270 on the west side of Abilene, Kansas, and has been in business nationally since 1923.Russell Stover Chocolates is an equal opportunity employer.

Body of drowning victim recovered at Wilson Lake

Heat advisories are now in effect for counties in our area.

The National Weather Service (NWS) in Wichita has issued a heat advisory in effect until 8 p.m. Tuesday for the following counties in our area.

Heat index values of 105 to 110 are expected.

Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational

Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

Additionally, NWS in Wichita has issued a heat advisory in effect until 8 p.m. Tuesday for the following counties in our area.

Heat index values of 105 to 107 are expected.

Additionally, NWS in Wichita has issued a heat advisory in effect until 8 p.m. Tuesday for the following counties in our area.

NWS in Topeka has issued a heat advisory in effect until 8 p.m. Tuesday for the following counties in our area.

Heat index values 103 to 110 degrees are expected.

Heat illnesses like cramps or exhaustion are possible if precautions are not taken. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.

Heat advisories are now in effect for counties in our area.The National Weather Service (NWS) in Wichita has issued a heat advisory in effect until 8 p.m. Tuesday for the following counties in our area.Marion County McPherson CountySaline CountyHeat index values of 105 to 110 are expected.Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the OccupationalSafety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.Additionally, NWS in Wichita has issued a heat advisory in effect until 8 p.m. Tuesday for the following counties in our area.Ellsworth CountyLincoln CountyHeat index values of 105 to 107 are expected.Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the OccupationalSafety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.Additionally, NWS in Wichita has issued a heat advisory in effect until 8 p.m. Tuesday for the following counties in our area.NWS in Topeka has issued a heat advisory in effect until 8 p.m. Tuesday for the following counties in our area.Clay CountyCloud CountyDickinson County Ottawa CountyRepublic CountyHeat index values 103 to 110 degrees are expected.Heat illnesses like cramps or exhaustion are possible if precautions are not taken. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the OccupationalSafety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

Heat advisories now in effect for counties in our area

All inmates and corrections personnel in the Saline County Jail are being tested for COVID-19 after an asymptomatic female inmate tested positive for the virus.

On Monday, Saline County Sheriff Roger Soldan reported that a female inmate awaiting transport to the Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC) had tested positive for COVID-19. The inmate was asymptomatic and had been housed in general population since early June, Soldan said.

KDOC requires the sheriff's office to test female prisoners before they will accept them in prison, he explained.

This morning, Soldan said that all inmates and all corrections officers would be tested for COVID-19. He said that those test results should be back within three days. The results of those tests will determine whether all other sheriff's office personnel will be tested, Soldan said.

Because the female inmate tested positive, Soldan on Monday closed the jail lobby and suspended fingerprinting and outside activities involving traffic into the jail.

The sheriff's office is working with the Saline County Health Department and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment concerning the potential exposure, Soldan said.

All inmates and corrections personnel in the Saline County Jail are being tested for COVID-19 after an asymptomatic female inmate tested positive for the virus.On Monday, Saline County Sheriff Roger Soldan reported that a female inmate awaiting transport to the Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC) had tested positive for COVID-19. The inmate was asymptomatic and had been housed in general population since early June, Soldan said.KDOC requires the sheriff's office to test female prisoners before they will accept them in prison, he explained.This morning, Soldan said that all inmates and all corrections officers would be tested for COVID-19. He said that those test results should be back within three days. The results of those tests will determine whether all other sheriff's office personnel will be tested, Soldan said.Because the female inmate tested positive, Soldan on Monday closed the jail lobby and suspended fingerprinting and outside activities involving traffic into the jail.The sheriff's office is working with the Saline County Health Department and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment concerning the potential exposure, Soldan said.

SC Jail inmates, corrections officers to be tested for COVID-19

DICKINSON COUNTY —One person died in an accident just before 1:30a.m. Tuesday in Dickinson County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2005 Chevy Silverado driven by Luis A. Salazar, 38, Wichita, was westbound on U.S. 56 one mile south of Herington.

The driver failed to negotiate curve. The pickup entered west ditch, overturned and the driver was ejected.

Salazar was pronounced dead at the scene and was transported to&nbsp;Yazel-Megli Funeral Home. He was not wearing a seat belt, according to the KHP.

DICKINSON COUNTY —One person died in an accident just before 1:30a.m. Tuesday in Dickinson County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2005 Chevy Silverado driven by Luis A. Salazar, 38, Wichita, was westbound on U.S. 56 one mile south of Herington.The driver failed to negotiate curve. The pickup entered west ditch, overturned and the driver was ejected.Salazar was pronounced dead at the scene and was transported to&nbsp;Yazel-Megli Funeral Home. He was not wearing a seat belt, according to the KHP.

Kansas man dies after being ejected when pickup overturns

A local vehicle dealership is out $24,500 after an online car sale went bad.

Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said this morning that an employee of Long McArthur reported that a subject from Georgia purchased from the dealership a 2018 Honda Accord for $24,500 on June 4. The subject produced all the required paperwork and set up the transportation for the vehicle to his daughter in New York, Forrester explained.  The vehicle was picked up in Salina.

Long McArthur then received a phone call from a subject in Salina who told them that his credit card had been charged $25,000 by Long McArthur and that he did not make the purchase, Forrester reported. The credit card transaction matched the transaction for the vehicle, he added. 

Long McArthur contacted the transport company to have them return the vehicle, but were informed the vehicle had already been delivered, Forrester noted.   Total loss is $24,500. 

A local vehicle dealership is out $24,500 after an online car sale went bad.Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said this morning that an employee of Long McArthur reported that a subject from Georgia purchased from the dealership a 2018 Honda Accord for $24,500 on June 4. The subject produced all the required paperwork and set up the transportation for the vehicle to his daughter in New York, Forrester explained. The vehicle was picked up in Salina.Long McArthur then received a phone call from a subject in Salina who told them that his credit card had been charged $25,000 by Long McArthur and that he did not make the purchase, Forrester reported. The credit card transaction matched the transaction for the vehicle, he added. Long McArthur contacted the transport company to have them return the vehicle, but were informed the vehicle had already been delivered, Forrester noted. Total loss is $24,500.

Online car sale goes bad; dealership out $24,500

Dangerous heat is in our forecast for today and Wednesday.

According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Wichita, afternoon heat indices will approach 105 to 110 degrees across much of the area today.

Dangerous hot and humid conditions expected again tomorrow, mainly along and east of the Kansas turnpike. Nonetheless, it will be quite hot in central and north-central Kansas as well.

From Thursday through Saturday there is a slight chance of isolated afternoon or overnight storms across central, south central, and southeast Kansas, NWS noted. Severe storms are not expected at this time.

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 </figure>Dangerous hot and humid conditions expected again tomorrow, mainly along and east of the Kansas turnpike. Nonetheless, it will be quite hot in central and north-central Kansas as well.From Thursday through Saturday there is a slight chance of isolated afternoon or overnight storms across central, south central, and southeast Kansas, NWS noted. Severe storms are not expected at this time.

NWS: Dangerously hot today; heat continues Wednesday

Be careful out there today! From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Lincoln-County-Health-Department-215507435152396/">Lincoln County Health Department</a> Facebook page:

Be careful out there today! From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Lincoln-County-Health-Department-215507435152396/">Lincoln County Health Department</a> Facebook page:<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fpermalink.php%3Fstory_fbid%3D2401240029912448%26id%3D215507435152396&width=500" width="500" height="650" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowTransparency="true" allow="encrypted-media"></iframe></div>

Be careful if you have to be out in the heat today

Remember: Not everyone in the household likes fireworks. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mcphersonanimalshelter/">McPherson Animal Shelter</a> Facebook page:

Remember: Not everyone in the household likes fireworks. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mcphersonanimalshelter/">McPherson Animal Shelter</a> Facebook page:<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fmcphersonanimalshelter%2Fposts%2F1119954365052842&width=500" width="500" height="670" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowTransparency="true" allow="encrypted-media"></iframe></div>

Fireworks can be fun, but not everyone in the family agrees

MANHATTAN – For many, the Fourth of July holiday may be a day off from work, but Karen Blakeslee says it’s not a day off from food safety.

“Handling food safely is important every day, not just at holidays,” said Blakeslee, a food safety specialist with K-State Research and Extension. “During the summer, it is more important to follow the four core principals of cook, chill, clean and separate.”

She notes that foodborne illness often peaks in the summer for a couple important reasons: Bacteria multiply faster in warmer temperatures, and preparing food outdoors makes safe food handling more difficult. 

“Temperature abused food can allow bacteria to grow and multiply every 20 minutes,” Blakeslee said.

For picnics and barbecues, Blakeslee provides some timely tips:

Cook food to the recommended internal temperature.&nbsp;If bacteria are present on food, they can be killed by cooking meat properly. There is no need to wash meat or poultry. Marinate meat in the refrigerator and discard unused marinade.&nbsp;For popular picnic foods, the suggested internal temperatures are 165 degrees Fahrenheit for poultry; 160 F for ground meat and hamburgers; and 145 F for beef, pork, lamb and veal steaks or chops.

Chill foods that won’t be in a refrigerator.&nbsp;Use several ice chests to store cold food below 40 F and keep it cold until meal time. Don’t leave picnic food out for more than two hours or one hour if outdoor temperatures are above 90 F. Once the meal is finished, put leftovers on ice or in the refrigerator promptly.

Clean produce, surfaces and hands regularly.&nbsp;Wash produce with plain water before prepping or cooking. Rub or scrub when possible to remove dirt. Clean surfaces often. When washing hands, any soap that produces bubbles -- which break up bacteria and germs – will work. Rub between fingers, back of hands and up your arms, too. If you don’t have running water, moist disposable towelettes are a good choice.

Separate foods.&nbsp;Keep raw foods away from ready-to-eat foods. Use separate plates and utensils for raw meat and cooked meat. Or, wash plates and utensils before using them for cooked meat.

“It is easy to get distracted with summer activities and forget about food,” said Blakeslee, who suggests keeping the meal simple.

“Plan ahead to reduce mishaps since cooking and eating outdoors is out of your normal routine. Keep food safe for everyone at your party to enjoy.”

For more outdoor food safety tips, visit the K-State Research and Extension website at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ksre.k-state.edu/foodsafety/topics/outdoor.html" target="_blank">www.ksre.k-state.edu/foodsafety/topics/outdoor.html</a>.

MANHATTAN – For many, the Fourth of July holiday may be a day off from work, but Karen Blakeslee says it’s not a day off from food safety.“Handling food safely is important every day, not just at holidays,” said Blakeslee, a food safety specialist with K-State Research and Extension. “During the summer, it is more important to follow the four core principals of cook, chill, clean and separate.”She notes that foodborne illness often peaks in the summer for a couple important reasons: Bacteria multiply faster in warmer temperatures, and preparing food outdoors makes safe food handling more difficult. “Temperature abused food can allow bacteria to grow and multiply every 20 minutes,” Blakeslee said.For picnics and barbecues, Blakeslee provides some timely tips:Cook food to the recommended internal temperature.&nbsp;If bacteria are present on food, they can be killed by cooking meat properly. There is no need to wash meat or poultry. Marinate meat in the refrigerator and discard unused marinade.&nbsp;For popular picnic foods, the suggested internal temperatures are 165 degrees Fahrenheit for poultry; 160 F for ground meat and hamburgers; and 145 F for beef, pork, lamb and veal steaks or chops.Chill foods that won’t be in a refrigerator.&nbsp;Use several ice chests to store cold food below 40 F and keep it cold until meal time. Don’t leave picnic food out for more than two hours or one hour if outdoor temperatures are above 90 F. Once the meal is finished, put leftovers on ice or in the refrigerator promptly.Clean produce, surfaces and hands regularly.&nbsp;Wash produce with plain water before prepping or cooking. Rub or scrub when possible to remove dirt. Clean surfaces often. When washing hands, any soap that produces bubbles -- which break up bacteria and germs – will work. Rub between fingers, back of hands and up your arms, too. If you don’t have running water, moist disposable towelettes are a good choice.Separate foods.&nbsp;Keep raw foods away from ready-to-eat foods. Use separate plates and utensils for raw meat and cooked meat. Or, wash plates and utensils before using them for cooked meat.“It is easy to get distracted with summer activities and forget about food,” said Blakeslee, who suggests keeping the meal simple.“Plan ahead to reduce mishaps since cooking and eating outdoors is out of your normal routine. Keep food safe for everyone at your party to enjoy.”For more outdoor food safety tips, visit the K-State Research and Extension website at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ksre.k-state.edu/foodsafety/topics/outdoor.html" target="_blank">www.ksre.k-state.edu/foodsafety/topics/outdoor.html</a>.

Food safety takes spotlight for outdoor picnics, grilling

Let’s see just how this works out on the doorstep as candidates in the next month ask for your vote in the primary, then general election this fall.

It starts out, of course, with the candidates briefly taking their mask elastic off one ear, and showing you their face, briefly.

Then, if you don’t shut the door and tell them to get off your porch, they’ll mention some of the things they believe you want to hear.

How about “I’ll only vote to increase taxes by $1.5 billion next year?”

And then, we expect, just before slamming the door, many voters will tell the candidate to get off their porch, and off their property and get back out to the public sidewalk.

That’s the amount of shortfall that the Kansas Legislative Research Department last week calculated that the brand-new, elected, or re-elected Legislature is going to have to raise to keep the state open for business.

It’s the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic, which will, the department estimates, be the difference between the pared spending proposed by Gov. Laura Kelly for the fiscal year that starts July 1 and the amount of money needed to keep the state operating at a little worse than it is this year in terms of providing its citizens the programs they want.

And, surprisingly, we’re finding out that the governor’s proposed spending cuts she will make from the Legislature-approved and governor-signed budget for the year starting July 1 will still leave the state that $1.5 billion short of cash.

We’re thinking that $1.5 billion is going to be what voters are going to be concerned about, not proposals to require you to walk your cat on a leash or to designate a new specialty license tag&nbsp; honoring Kansans whose last names start with vowels.

That’s what the coronavirus has done to Kansas—cut revenues as Kansans lose their jobs or are furloughed by their employers to curb spread of the disease. And…to see less shopping and sales tax receipts from Kansans who are still buying groceries, cars, school clothes and everything else that we used to buy when we weren’t afraid to enter into stores and insurance offices and could go to bars and health clubs and swimming pools.

That’s a tremendous amount of money that whomever we elect from our districts to represent us in Topeka are going to have to either generate through taxes or to save through cutting services to Kansans ranging from police protection to health-care for the poor through Medicaid to welfare to keep them able to pay their rent, care for their children and everything else.

Oh, and to keep those schools funded constitutionally, though we’re still not sure whether kids will be going to the school building or hunkering over their (possibly school-supplied) computers to learn what we want the kids to know so they can grow up to land solid jobs and support themselves.

Now there are some answers short of raising taxes on Kansans. Congress might appropriate money that states can use to fill the revenue vs. expense shortfall that the ongoing pandemic has caused. Or, there may be a shot or pill you can take next year to end the pandemic, kicking the full state economy back to normal.

But there are 40 seats to fill in the Senate and 125 in the House where the winners are going to face that revenue shortfall problem. And how will they describe that to you on the doorstep or with postcards or over the Internet?

Syndicated by Hawver News Company LLC of Topeka; Martin Hawver is publisher of Hawver's Capitol Report—to learn more about this nonpartisan statewide political news service, visit the website at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.hawvernews.com/" target="_blank">www.hawvernews.com</a>.

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 </figure>By MARTIN HAWVERLet’s see just how this works out on the doorstep as candidates in the next month ask for your vote in the primary, then general election this fall.It starts out, of course, with the candidates briefly taking their mask elastic off one ear, and showing you their face, briefly.Then, if you don’t shut the door and tell them to get off your porch, they’ll mention some of the things they believe you want to hear.How about “I’ll only vote to increase taxes by $1.5 billion next year?”And then, we expect, just before slamming the door, many voters will tell the candidate to get off their porch, and off their property and get back out to the public sidewalk.Oh, and that $1.5 billion?That’s the amount of shortfall that the Kansas Legislative Research Department last week calculated that the brand-new, elected, or re-elected Legislature is going to have to raise to keep the state open for business.It’s the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic, which will, the department estimates, be the difference between the pared spending proposed by Gov. Laura Kelly for the fiscal year that starts July 1 and the amount of money needed to keep the state operating at a little worse than it is this year in terms of providing its citizens the programs they want.And, surprisingly, we’re finding out that the governor’s proposed spending cuts she will make from the Legislature-approved and governor-signed budget for the year starting July 1 will still leave the state that $1.5 billion short of cash.We’re thinking that $1.5 billion is going to be what voters are going to be concerned about, not proposals to require you to walk your cat on a leash or to designate a new specialty license tag&nbsp; honoring Kansans whose last names start with vowels.That’s what the coronavirus has done to Kansas—cut revenues as Kansans lose their jobs or are furloughed by their employers to curb spread of the disease. And…to see less shopping and sales tax receipts from Kansans who are still buying groceries, cars, school clothes and everything else that we used to buy when we weren’t afraid to enter into stores and insurance offices and could go to bars and health clubs and swimming pools.That’s a tremendous amount of money that whomever we elect from our districts to represent us in Topeka are going to have to either generate through taxes or to save through cutting services to Kansans ranging from police protection to health-care for the poor through Medicaid to welfare to keep them able to pay their rent, care for their children and everything else.Oh, and to keep those schools funded constitutionally, though we’re still not sure whether kids will be going to the school building or hunkering over their (possibly school-supplied) computers to learn what we want the kids to know so they can grow up to land solid jobs and support themselves.Now there are some answers short of raising taxes on Kansans. Congress might appropriate money that states can use to fill the revenue vs. expense shortfall that the ongoing pandemic has caused. Or, there may be a shot or pill you can take next year to end the pandemic, kicking the full state economy back to normal.Or not.But there are 40 seats to fill in the Senate and 125 in the House where the winners are going to face that revenue shortfall problem. And how will they describe that to you on the doorstep or with postcards or over the Internet?Syndicated by Hawver News Company LLC of Topeka; Martin Hawver is publisher of Hawver's Capitol Report—to learn more about this nonpartisan statewide political news service, visit the website at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.hawvernews.com/" target="_blank">www.hawvernews.com</a>.