Gary William Newbrey, 67, of Salina, Kansas, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, generosity, and quiet strength.

Born on September 24, 1957, in Beloit, Kansas, Gary was the beloved son of Wanda Faye (Michel) and William Irwin Newbrey. He carried their values throughout his life—honesty, kindness, and a deep devotion to family.Gary found joy in the simple, meaningful things: the open road, the view through a camera lens, the texture of wood under his hands. He filled his days with projects, books, and moments of reflection—never idle, always engaged with the world around him. Above all, Gary was a steadfast family man who would do anything for those he loved.

He is survived by his daughters, Mindy Wingler (Josh) and Paige Newbrey, both of Salina, and his cherished grandson, Nate Wingler. Gary also leaves behind his sisters, Sheryl Ernst (Steve) of Wichita, Kansas and Sharon McKenzie of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio.He was preceded in death by his parents.

Gary’s life was a quiet testament to dedication, curiosity, and compassion. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered.

In accordance with his wishes, cremation has been chosen.Family will greet friends from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm, Monday, August 11 at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home.

To send online condolences to the family, visit the funeral home website at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.carlsonfh.net/">www.carlsonfh.net</a>

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 </figure>Gary William Newbrey, 67, of Salina, Kansas, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, generosity, and quiet strength.Born on September 24, 1957, in Beloit, Kansas, Gary was the beloved son of Wanda Faye (Michel) and William Irwin Newbrey. He carried their values throughout his life—honesty, kindness, and a deep devotion to family.Gary found joy in the simple, meaningful things: the open road, the view through a camera lens, the texture of wood under his hands. He filled his days with projects, books, and moments of reflection—never idle, always engaged with the world around him. Above all, Gary was a steadfast family man who would do anything for those he loved.He is survived by his daughters, Mindy Wingler (Josh) and Paige Newbrey, both of Salina, and his cherished grandson, Nate Wingler. Gary also leaves behind his sisters, Sheryl Ernst (Steve) of Wichita, Kansas and Sharon McKenzie of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio.He was preceded in death by his parents.Gary’s life was a quiet testament to dedication, curiosity, and compassion. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered.In accordance with his wishes, cremation has been chosen.Family will greet friends from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm, Monday, August 11 at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home.To send online condolences to the family, visit the funeral home website at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.carlsonfh.net/">www.carlsonfh.net</a>

Gary William Newbrey

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — U.S. President&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-tariffs-presidential-power-instinct-decision-making-3d1215e5675ef534bbebe8dfe8f136a5">Donald Trump</a>&nbsp;and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen have&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-scotland-tariffs-europe-8d2fb467d64f7fdfc4797dbebd54e8fc">announced a sweeping trade deal</a>&nbsp;that imposes 15% tariffs on most European goods, warding off Trump's threat of a 30% rate if no deal had been reached by Aug. 1.

The tariffs, or import taxes, paid when Americans buy European products could raise prices for U.S. consumers and dent profits for European companies and their partners who bring goods into the country.

Here are some things to know about the deal:

Trump and von der Leyen's announcement, made during Trump's visit to one of his golf courses in Scotland, leaves many crucial details to be filled in.

The headline figure is a 15% tariff rate on about 70% of European goods brought into the U.S., including cars, computer chips and pharmaceuticals. It's lower than the 20% that Trump initially proposed, and lower than his threats of 50% and then 30%.

The remaining 30% is still open to further decisions and negotiations.

Von der Leyen said that the two sides agreed on zero tariffs on both sides for a range of “strategic” goods: Aircraft and aircraft parts, certain chemicals, semiconductor equipment, certain agricultural products and some natural resources and critical raw materials. Specifics were lacking.

She said that the two sides “would keep working” to add more products to the list.

Additionally, companies in the European Union would purchase what Trump said was $750 billion (638 billion euros) worth of natural gas, oil and nuclear fuel over three years to replace Russian energy supplies that Europe is seeking to exit in any case.

Meanwhile, European companies would invest an additional $600 billion (511 billion euros) in the U.S. under a political commitment that isn't legally binding, officials said.

Brussels and Washington will shortly issue a joint statement that frames the deal but isn't yet legally binding, according to senior officials who weren't authorized to be publicly named according to European Commission policy.

The joint statement will have "some very precise commitments and others which will need to be spelled out in different ways,” a senior European Commission official said.

EU officials said that the zero tariff list could include nuts, pet food, dairy products and seafood.

Trump said that the 50% U.S. tariff on imported steel would remain. Von der Leyen said that the two sides agreed to further negotiations to fight a global steel glut, reduce tariffs and establish import quotas — that is, set amounts that can be imported, often at a lower rate or tariff-free.

Trump said that pharmaceuticals, a major import from the EU to the US, weren't included in the deal. Von der Leyen said that the pharmaceuticals issue was “on a separate sheet of paper” from Sunday's deal.

And von der Leyen said that when it came to farm products, the EU side made clear that “there were tariffs that could not be lowered,” without specifying which products.

The 15% rate removes Trump's threat of a 30% tariff. But it effectively raises the tariff on EU goods from 1.2% last year to 17% and would reduce the 27-nation bloc's gross domestic product by 0.5%, said Jack Allen-Reynolds, deputy chief eurozone economist at Capital Economics.

Higher tariffs, or import taxes, on European goods mean sellers in the U.S. would have to either increase prices for consumers — risking loss of market share — or swallow the added cost in terms of lower profits. The higher tariffs are expected to hurt export earnings for European firms and slow the economy.

Von der Leyen said that the 15% rate was “the best we could do” and credited the deal with maintaining access to the U.S. market, and providing “stability and predictability for companies on both sides.”

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz welcomed the deal which avoided “an unnecessary escalation in trans-Atlantic trade relations" and said that “we were able to preserve our core interests,” while adding that “I would have very much wished for further relief in trans-Atlantic trade.”

Senior French officials on Monday criticized the accord. Strategy Commissioner Clément Beaune said that the deal failed to reflect the bloc’s economic strength.

“This is an unequal and unbalanced agreement," he said. "Europe didn't wield its strength. We are the world’s leading trading power.”

While the rate is lower than threatened, "the big caveat to today’s deal is that there is nothing on paper, yet," said Carsten Brzeski, global chief of macro at ING bank.

“With this disclaimer in mind and at face value, the agreement would clearly bring an end to the uncertainty of recent months. An escalation of the U.S.-EU trade tensions would have been a severe risk for the global economy," Brzeski said.

“This risk seems to have been avoided.”

Asked if European carmakers could still profitably sell cars at 15%, von der Leyen said the rate was much lower than the current 27.5%. That has been the rate under Trump's 25% tariff on cars from all countries, plus the preexisting U.S. car tariff of 2.5%.

The impact is likely to be substantial on some companies, given that automaker Volkswagen said that it suffered a 1.3 billion-euro ($1.5 billion) hit to profits in the first half of the year from the higher tariffs.

Mercedes-Benz dealers in the U.S. have said they were holding the line on 2025 model year prices “until further notice.” The German automaker has a partial tariff shield, because it makes 35% of the Mercedes-Benz vehicles sold in the U.S. in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, but the company said that it expects prices to undergo “significant increases” in coming years.

The EU also agreed to lower its tariff on cars imported from the U.S. to 2.5% from 10%.

Before Trump returned to office, the U.S. and the EU maintained generally low tariff levels in what is the largest bilateral trading relationship in the world, with around 1.7 trillion euros ($2 trillion) in annual trade.

Together the U.S. and the EU have 44% of the global economy. The U.S. rate averaged 1.47% for European goods, while the EU has averaged 1.35% for American products, according to the Bruegel think tank in Brussels.

Trump has complained about the EU’s 198 billion-euro ($232.5 billion) trade surplus in goods, which shows Americans buy more from European businesses than the other way around, and has said that the European market isn't open enough for U.S.-made cars.

However, American companies fill some of the trade gap by outselling the EU when it comes to services such as cloud computing, travel bookings and legal and financial services. And about 30% of European imports are from American-owned companies, according to the European Central Bank.

Sam McNeil reported from Brussels, and Samuel Petrequin from Paris. Thomas Adamson in Paris, and Geir Moulson in Berlin, contributed to this report.

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — U.S. President&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-tariffs-presidential-power-instinct-decision-making-3d1215e5675ef534bbebe8dfe8f136a5">Donald Trump</a>&nbsp;and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen have&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-scotland-tariffs-europe-8d2fb467d64f7fdfc4797dbebd54e8fc">announced a sweeping trade deal</a>&nbsp;that imposes 15% tariffs on most European goods, warding off Trump's threat of a 30% rate if no deal had been reached by Aug. 1.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">President Trump&#39;s historic deal with the European Union reinforces our strategic partnership with a key while expanding unprecedented market access for American exporters. This colossal deal secures $750 billion in energy purchases and $600 billion in investments, bolstering… <a href="https://t.co/fcF2jdMP1f">pic.twitter.com/fcF2jdMP1f</a>&mdash; United States Trade Representative (@USTradeRep) <a href="https://twitter.com/USTradeRep/status/1949892239746093080?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The tariffs, or import taxes, paid when Americans buy European products could raise prices for U.S. consumers and dent profits for European companies and their partners who bring goods into the country.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">FACT SHEET: The United States and European Union Reach Massive Trade Deal <a href="https://t.co/Mr2j799tkW">pic.twitter.com/Mr2j799tkW</a>&mdash; Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) <a href="https://twitter.com/RapidResponse47/status/1949852797190418530?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Here are some things to know about the deal:<h2>Unresolved details</h2>Trump and von der Leyen's announcement, made during Trump's visit to one of his golf courses in Scotland, leaves many crucial details to be filled in.The headline figure is a 15% tariff rate on about 70% of European goods brought into the U.S., including cars, computer chips and pharmaceuticals. It's lower than the 20% that Trump initially proposed, and lower than his threats of 50% and then 30%.The remaining 30% is still open to further decisions and negotiations.Von der Leyen said that the two sides agreed on zero tariffs on both sides for a range of “strategic” goods: Aircraft and aircraft parts, certain chemicals, semiconductor equipment, certain agricultural products and some natural resources and critical raw materials. Specifics were lacking.She said that the two sides “would keep working” to add more products to the list.Additionally, companies in the European Union would purchase what Trump said was $750 billion (638 billion euros) worth of natural gas, oil and nuclear fuel over three years to replace Russian energy supplies that Europe is seeking to exit in any case.Meanwhile, European companies would invest an additional $600 billion (511 billion euros) in the U.S. under a political commitment that isn't legally binding, officials said.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Good morning 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 <a href="https://t.co/OVTcZegUFu">pic.twitter.com/OVTcZegUFu</a>&mdash; The White House (@WhiteHouse) <a href="https://twitter.com/WhiteHouse/status/1949787762523038066?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><h2>Not yet in writing</h2>Brussels and Washington will shortly issue a joint statement that frames the deal but isn't yet legally binding, according to senior officials who weren't authorized to be publicly named according to European Commission policy.The joint statement will have "some very precise commitments and others which will need to be spelled out in different ways,” a senior European Commission official said.EU officials said that the zero tariff list could include nuts, pet food, dairy products and seafood.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">This is what you call the “Art of the Deal!” President Trump has secured a HISTORIC trade deal with the EU that includes purchasing $750 BILLION in American energy! <a href="https://t.co/1APdnErtNd">https://t.co/1APdnErtNd</a>&mdash; Secretary Chris Wright (@SecretaryWright) <a href="https://twitter.com/SecretaryWright/status/1949844402857222333?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><h2>Steel tariff remains</h2>Trump said that the 50% U.S. tariff on imported steel would remain. Von der Leyen said that the two sides agreed to further negotiations to fight a global steel glut, reduce tariffs and establish import quotas — that is, set amounts that can be imported, often at a lower rate or tariff-free.Trump said that pharmaceuticals, a major import from the EU to the US, weren't included in the deal. Von der Leyen said that the pharmaceuticals issue was “on a separate sheet of paper” from Sunday's deal.And von der Leyen said that when it came to farm products, the EU side made clear that “there were tariffs that could not be lowered,” without specifying which products.<h2>‘Best we could do’</h2>The 15% rate removes Trump's threat of a 30% tariff. But it effectively raises the tariff on EU goods from 1.2% last year to 17% and would reduce the 27-nation bloc's gross domestic product by 0.5%, said Jack Allen-Reynolds, deputy chief eurozone economist at Capital Economics.Higher tariffs, or import taxes, on European goods mean sellers in the U.S. would have to either increase prices for consumers — risking loss of market share — or swallow the added cost in terms of lower profits. The higher tariffs are expected to hurt export earnings for European firms and slow the economy.Von der Leyen said that the 15% rate was “the best we could do” and credited the deal with maintaining access to the U.S. market, and providing “stability and predictability for companies on both sides.”<h2>Mixed reaction</h2>German Chancellor Friedrich Merz welcomed the deal which avoided “an unnecessary escalation in trans-Atlantic trade relations" and said that “we were able to preserve our core interests,” while adding that “I would have very much wished for further relief in trans-Atlantic trade.”Senior French officials on Monday criticized the accord. Strategy Commissioner Clément Beaune said that the deal failed to reflect the bloc’s economic strength.“This is an unequal and unbalanced agreement," he said. "Europe didn't wield its strength. We are the world’s leading trading power.”While the rate is lower than threatened, "the big caveat to today’s deal is that there is nothing on paper, yet," said Carsten Brzeski, global chief of macro at ING bank.“With this disclaimer in mind and at face value, the agreement would clearly bring an end to the uncertainty of recent months. An escalation of the U.S.-EU trade tensions would have been a severe risk for the global economy," Brzeski said.“This risk seems to have been avoided.”<h2>Car prices</h2>Asked if European carmakers could still profitably sell cars at 15%, von der Leyen said the rate was much lower than the current 27.5%. That has been the rate under Trump's 25% tariff on cars from all countries, plus the preexisting U.S. car tariff of 2.5%.The impact is likely to be substantial on some companies, given that automaker Volkswagen said that it suffered a 1.3 billion-euro ($1.5 billion) hit to profits in the first half of the year from the higher tariffs.Mercedes-Benz dealers in the U.S. have said they were holding the line on 2025 model year prices “until further notice.” The German automaker has a partial tariff shield, because it makes 35% of the Mercedes-Benz vehicles sold in the U.S. in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, but the company said that it expects prices to undergo “significant increases” in coming years.The EU also agreed to lower its tariff on cars imported from the U.S. to 2.5% from 10%.<h2>Trade gap</h2>Before Trump returned to office, the U.S. and the EU maintained generally low tariff levels in what is the largest bilateral trading relationship in the world, with around 1.7 trillion euros ($2 trillion) in annual trade.Together the U.S. and the EU have 44% of the global economy. The U.S. rate averaged 1.47% for European goods, while the EU has averaged 1.35% for American products, according to the Bruegel think tank in Brussels.Trump has complained about the EU’s 198 billion-euro ($232.5 billion) trade surplus in goods, which shows Americans buy more from European businesses than the other way around, and has said that the European market isn't open enough for U.S.-made cars.However, American companies fill some of the trade gap by outselling the EU when it comes to services such as cloud computing, travel bookings and legal and financial services. And about 30% of European imports are from American-owned companies, according to the European Central Bank.___Sam McNeil reported from Brussels, and Samuel Petrequin from Paris. Thomas Adamson in Paris, and Geir Moulson in Berlin, contributed to this report.

New details on blockbuster US-EU trade deal

An Abilene man was arrested by Salina Police after allegedly assaulting a woman from Abilene.

According to the Salina Police Department (SPD) on the evening of Friday, July 25th, two people from Abilene, KS were leaving downtown Salina after attending 'weekend events.' Allegedly, a man identified as 32-year old Jonathan Picking and a 32-year old woman got into an argument on Ohio St.&nbsp;

During the argument, it was reported that when the woman attempted to call police that Picking 'took the phone away from her and threw it away in a backyard of a home.' SPD stated that Picking also 'knocked a cup out of her hand, which caused a minor injury to the woman.'

SPD officers then tracked the phonecall and arrived to the area where Picking and the woman were at. Officers then arrested Picking without incident and booked him into the Saline County Jail on the following requested charges:

Robbery, Domestic Battery and Criminal Damage to Property.

The victim did not need any medical treatment from the injury she suffered on her hand.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1753537908640.jpeg" alt="Picking,Jonathan Jeffrey Vincent; photo courtesy of the Saline County Sheriff's Office (<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/2da900ea-103b-4206-99a5-5aaa1de9b8de">Saline County Jail Bookings, July 26)</a>" />
 <figcaption>Picking,Jonathan Jeffrey Vincent; photo courtesy of the Saline County Sheriff's Office (<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/2da900ea-103b-4206-99a5-5aaa1de9b8de">Saline County Jail Bookings, July 26)</a></figcaption>
 </figure>By: NICOLAS FIERROSalina PostAn Abilene man was arrested by Salina Police after allegedly assaulting a woman from Abilene.According to the Salina Police Department (SPD) on the evening of Friday, July 25th, two people from Abilene, KS were leaving downtown Salina after attending 'weekend events.' Allegedly, a man identified as 32-year old Jonathan Picking and a 32-year old woman got into an argument on Ohio St.&nbsp;During the argument, it was reported that when the woman attempted to call police that Picking 'took the phone away from her and threw it away in a backyard of a home.' SPD stated that Picking also 'knocked a cup out of her hand, which caused a minor injury to the woman.'SPD officers then tracked the phonecall and arrived to the area where Picking and the woman were at. Officers then arrested Picking without incident and booked him into the Saline County Jail on the following requested charges:Robbery, Domestic Battery and Criminal Damage to Property.The victim did not need any medical treatment from the injury she suffered on her hand.

Abilene man arrested after alleged assault on a woman

Violent argument results in a man's arrest and being accused of assault charges.

According to the Salina Police Department (SPD) on Friday, July 25th an argument occurred between a man and a woman at a home in the 2400 block of Simmons. Allegedly, a man identified as 30-year old Dimitrios Laskou and a 26-year old woman were arguing over 'certain living arrangements.' As the argument boiled, Laskou reportedly 'put his hands around the neck' of the woman and 'impeded her breathing.'&nbsp;

The woman was able to call SPD about the incident and when officers arrived, they found both Laskou and the woman inside the home. Officers arrested Laskou without incident and booked him into the Saline County Jail on the following requested charges:

Aggravated Battery, Domestic Battery and Violation of a Protection Order.

SPD stated the victim received 'minor marks to her neck' and did not need any medical attention.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1753717666499.jpeg" alt="Laskou, Dimitrios William; photo courtesy of Saline County Sheriff's Office (<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/2da900ea-103b-4206-99a5-5aaa1de9b8de">Saline County Jail Bookings, July 26)</a>" />
 <figcaption>Laskou, Dimitrios William; photo courtesy of Saline County Sheriff's Office (<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/2da900ea-103b-4206-99a5-5aaa1de9b8de">Saline County Jail Bookings, July 26)</a></figcaption>
 </figure>By: NICOLAS FIERROSalina PostViolent argument results in a man's arrest and being accused of assault charges.According to the Salina Police Department (SPD) on Friday, July 25th an argument occurred between a man and a woman at a home in the 2400 block of Simmons. Allegedly, a man identified as 30-year old Dimitrios Laskou and a 26-year old woman were arguing over 'certain living arrangements.' As the argument boiled, Laskou reportedly 'put his hands around the neck' of the woman and 'impeded her breathing.'&nbsp;The woman was able to call SPD about the incident and when officers arrived, they found both Laskou and the woman inside the home. Officers arrested Laskou without incident and booked him into the Saline County Jail on the following requested charges:Aggravated Battery, Domestic Battery and Violation of a Protection Order.SPD stated the victim received 'minor marks to her neck' and did not need any medical attention.

Violent argument results in a man's arrest and being accused of assault charges

Salina Police arrested a man after he allegedly threatened two people with a knife.

According to the Salina Police Department (SPD) on Friday, July 25th, three people were involved in an argument over 'living arrangements' on the 600 block of S. 5th St. Allegedly, a 47-year old man identified as Abraham Glover, 'threatened' the other two residents with a knife during the argument. The two victims were identified as a 56-year old man and a 67-year old woman.

Subsequently, Glover had left the residence without harming the two victims. SPD was then notified about the alleged threat and when officers arrived, they located Glover about a block away from the home.

Officers then arrested Glover without incident and allegedly found a marijuana pipe he had during the arrest. 

Glover is facing requested charges of Possession of Marijuana, Criminal Threat and Disorderly Conduct.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1753717937280.jpeg" alt="Glover,Abraham William; photo courtesy of the Saline County Sheriff's Office <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/2da900ea-103b-4206-99a5-5aaa1de9b8de">(Saline County Jail Bookings, July 26)</a>" />
 <figcaption>Glover,Abraham William; photo courtesy of the Saline County Sheriff's Office <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/2da900ea-103b-4206-99a5-5aaa1de9b8de">(Saline County Jail Bookings, July 26)</a></figcaption>
 </figure>By: NICOLAS FIERROSalina PostSalina Police arrested a man after he allegedly threatened two people with a knife.According to the Salina Police Department (SPD) on Friday, July 25th, three people were involved in an argument over 'living arrangements' on the 600 block of S. 5th St. Allegedly, a 47-year old man identified as Abraham Glover, 'threatened' the other two residents with a knife during the argument. The two victims were identified as a 56-year old man and a 67-year old woman.Subsequently, Glover had left the residence without harming the two victims. SPD was then notified about the alleged threat and when officers arrived, they located Glover about a block away from the home.Officers then arrested Glover without incident and allegedly found a marijuana pipe he had during the arrest. Glover is facing requested charges of Possession of Marijuana, Criminal Threat and Disorderly Conduct.

Man arrested after allegedly threatening two people with a knife

KANSAS CITY, Kan. –&nbsp;The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), with assistance from the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office, arrested 38-year-old Shawn M. Harris, of Kansas City, Kansas, connected to the shooting death of Elijah Ming, a deputy of the Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Office.

At 11:30 a.m. Sunday, Harris was released from the hospital and arrested on requested charges of capital murder of a law enforcement officer. He was then booked into the Johnson County Jail. Harris is due to make his first court appearance in the case on Monday afternoon, according to online jail records.

Just before 3:30 p.m. Saturday, a woman called requesting that police accompany her as she moved out of a residence, due to concerns about her safety. She reported that when friends tried to assist her, a man threatened them with a firearm. At around 3:45 p.m., a deputy from the Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Office and an officer from the Kansas City, Kansas Police Department (KCKPD) arrived at the residence at 2627 S. 30th&nbsp;St.

Preliminary information indicates as they approached the front door, a male subject inside the house fired multiple rounds at the officers. Rounds struck 34-year-old Deputy Elijah Ming. The KCKPD officer was uninjured. Multiple law enforcement officers then responded to the scene.

As responding officers attempted to provide aid to Deputy Ming, gunfire was exchanged between the man, later identified as Shawn Harris, 38, of Kansas City, Kansas, and officers from the KCKPD and the Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Office. Harris was shot during the exchange of gunfire while he barricaded in the home.

Deputy Ming was transported to the hospital. Despite lifesaving measures, he died of his injuries.

Police negotiated with Harris over the phone until he surrendered and came out of the house, just after 5 p.m. He was taken into custody. EMS transported Harris to an area hospital where he was treated for his injuries.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1753612145888.png" alt="-Deputy Elijah Ming -courtesy photo" />
 <figcaption>-Deputy Elijah Ming -courtesy photo</figcaption>
 </figure>KANSAS CITY, Kan. –&nbsp;The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), with assistance from the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office, arrested 38-year-old Shawn M. Harris, of Kansas City, Kansas, connected to the shooting death of Elijah Ming, a deputy of the Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Office.At 11:30 a.m. Sunday, Harris was released from the hospital and arrested on requested charges of capital murder of a law enforcement officer. He was then booked into the Johnson County Jail. Harris is due to make his first court appearance in the case on Monday afternoon, according to online jail records.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1753708143287.png" alt="Harris has previous convictions for theft, aggravated robbery and aggravated assault, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections- photo Johnson Co. Sheriff" />
 <figcaption>Harris has previous convictions for theft, aggravated robbery and aggravated assault, according to the Kansas Dept. of Corrections- photo Johnson Co. Sheriff</figcaption>
 </figure>Just before 3:30 p.m. Saturday, a woman called requesting that police accompany her as she moved out of a residence, due to concerns about her safety. She reported that when friends tried to assist her, a man threatened them with a firearm. At around 3:45 p.m., a deputy from the Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Office and an officer from the Kansas City, Kansas Police Department (KCKPD) arrived at the residence at 2627 S. 30th&nbsp;St.Preliminary information indicates as they approached the front door, a male subject inside the house fired multiple rounds at the officers. Rounds struck 34-year-old Deputy Elijah Ming. The KCKPD officer was uninjured. Multiple law enforcement officers then responded to the scene.As responding officers attempted to provide aid to Deputy Ming, gunfire was exchanged between the man, later identified as Shawn Harris, 38, of Kansas City, Kansas, and officers from the KCKPD and the Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Office. Harris was shot during the exchange of gunfire while he barricaded in the home.Deputy Ming was transported to the hospital. Despite lifesaving measures, he died of his injuries.Police negotiated with Harris over the phone until he surrendered and came out of the house, just after 5 p.m. He was taken into custody. EMS transported Harris to an area hospital where he was treated for his injuries.&nbsp;

Suspect accused of killing Kan. deputy moved from hospital to jail

JACKSON COUNTY —Law enforcement are investigating two suspects on drug allegations.

Just before noon July 19,&nbsp;a Jackson County Sheriff’s Deputy conducted a traffic stop on a 2014 Chevy Cruz for an alleged traffic infraction on U.S. 75 Highway near 110th Road, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.

 Justice Marie Scott, 25, of Grand Forks, South Dakota and Steven Dale Hawkins Jr., 25, of Walker, Texas were arrested and booked into the Jackson County Jail on requested charges of possession of cocaine, possession of a hallucinogenic drug and possession of drug paraphernalia.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1753299524364.png" alt="Hawkins photo Jackson Co." />
 <figcaption>Hawkins photo Jackson Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>JACKSON COUNTY —Law enforcement are investigating two suspects on drug allegations.Just before noon July 19,&nbsp;a Jackson County Sheriff’s Deputy conducted a traffic stop on a 2014 Chevy Cruz for an alleged traffic infraction on U.S. 75 Highway near 110th Road, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1753299499131.png" alt="Scott photo Shawnee County" />
 <figcaption>Scott photo Shawnee County</figcaption>
 </figure> Justice Marie Scott, 25, of Grand Forks, South Dakota and Steven Dale Hawkins Jr., 25, of Walker, Texas were arrested and booked into the Jackson County Jail on requested charges of possession of cocaine, possession of a hallucinogenic drug and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Couple accused of cocaine possession during Kan. traffic stop

JACKSON COUNTY– Law enforcement are investigating two suspects on multiple allegations.

Just after 2p.m. July 22, a Sheriff’s Deputy conducted a traffic stop on a 2004 Chevrolet Trail Blazer for an alleged traffic infraction, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.

The traffic stop led to the discovery of illegal drug contraband.&nbsp; The driver, Billie Renee Chamberlin, 46, of Ottawa, was arrested and booked into the Jackson County Jail on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia. &nbsp;Cale Len Pusch, 54, of Lecompton, was arrested and booked into the Jackson County Jail on requested charges of&nbsp; possession of methamphetamine, possession of a hallucinogenic drug, possession of drug paraphernalia and&nbsp; criminal use of weapons.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1753299759778.png" alt="Chamberlin -photo Jackson Co." />
 <figcaption>Chamberlin -photo Jackson Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>JACKSON COUNTY– Law enforcement are investigating two suspects on multiple allegations.Just after 2p.m. July 22, a Sheriff’s Deputy conducted a traffic stop on a 2004 Chevrolet Trail Blazer for an alleged traffic infraction, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1753299725930.png" alt="Pusch photo Jackson County" />
 <figcaption>Pusch photo Jackson County</figcaption>
 </figure>The traffic stop led to the discovery of illegal drug contraband.&nbsp; The driver, Billie Renee Chamberlin, 46, of Ottawa, was arrested and booked into the Jackson County Jail on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia. &nbsp;Cale Len Pusch, 54, of Lecompton, was arrested and booked into the Jackson County Jail on requested charges of&nbsp; possession of methamphetamine, possession of a hallucinogenic drug, possession of drug paraphernalia and&nbsp; criminal use of weapons.

Kansas man accused of meth possession, weapons violation

FORT PIERCE, Fla. (AP) — A man charged with&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-shooting-gunshots-florida-f62f8378d3a8ce7b2e99d6a8fb40aba9">trying to assassinate</a>&nbsp;President Donald Trump last year in South Florida can represent himself during his trial, a federal judge ruled Thursday.

U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon signed off on&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-routh-assassination-attempt-ukraine-suspicions-florida-530098c668f283d8a38eb5dd5570f1b2">Ryan Routh’s</a>&nbsp;request but said court-appointed attorneys need to remain as standby counsel. Earlier in the week, the federal public defenders had asked to be taken off the case, saying Routh had refused repeated attempts to meet with them.

Routh said during the hearing that his attorneys were diligent, but they didn’t listen to him and were afraid of him.

“How are they supposed to represent me and say I’m not a dangerous person when they don’t believe that?” Routh said.

Routh, 59, is scheduled to stand trial in September, a year after prosecutors say a U.S. Secret Service agent thwarted his attempt to shoot Trump as he played golf. Routh has pleaded not guilty to charges of&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-fbi-assassination-attempt-indictment-b4c956e1a126e4acfb3c4eae0c06ddb1">attempting to assassinate a major presidential candidate</a>, assaulting a federal officer and several firearm violations.

Reiterating her message from a July 10 hearing, Cannon told Routh that she doesn’t intend to delay the Sept. 8 start date of his trial, even if she lets him represent himself. She also once again told Routh that she believes it’s a bad idea for Routh to represent himself.

Routh, who said he completed two years of college after earning his GED certificate, told Cannon that he understands the potential challenges and would be ready for trial.

Cannon said Thursday that she decided to hold the second hearing after receiving a June 29 letter from Routh that did not arrive at the courthouse until after that hearing. In that letter, Routh said he and his attorneys were “a million miles apart” and that they were refusing to answer his questions. He also wrote that he could be used in a prisoner exchange with Iran, China, North Korea or Russia.

“I could die being of some use and save all this court mess, but no one acts; perhaps you have the power to trade me away,” Routh wrote.

Cannon told Routh that she believed the federal public defenders assigned to Routh’s case were excellent attorneys.

“I find no basis to believe that there has been ineffective assistance of counsel,” Cannon said.

The judge also reminded Routh that she will not be able to assist Routh or provide legal advice during the trial.

Cannon also briefly addressed Routh’s suggestion of a prisoner exchange, saying, “I have no power or any opinion of anything you’ve written there.”

On Wednesday, the federal public defender’s office filed a motion for termination of appointment of counsel, saying “the attorney-client relationship is irreconcilably broken.” Attorneys said Routh has refused six attempts to meet with their team, including a scheduled in-person meeting Tuesday morning at the federal detention center in Miami.

“It is clear that Mr. Routh wishes to represent himself, and he is within his Constitutional rights to make such a demand,” the motion said.

Cannon denied their motion on Thursday, explaining that their office was in the best position to prevent delays to the trial.

The U.S. Supreme Court has held that criminal defendants have a right to represent themselves in court proceedings, as long as they can show a judge they are competent to waive their right to be defended by an attorney.

Prosecutors have said Routh methodically plotted to kill Trump for weeks before aiming a rifle through the shrubbery as Trump played golf on Sept. 15 at his West Palm Beach country club. A Secret Service agent spotted Routh before Trump came into view. Officials said Routh aimed his rifle at the agent, who opened fire, causing Routh to drop his weapon and flee without firing a shot.

Law enforcement obtained help from a witness who prosecutors said informed officers that he saw a person fleeing. The witness was then flown in a police helicopter to a nearby interstate where Routh was arrested, and the witnesses confirmed it was the person he had seen, prosecutors have said.

Routh will have his first chance to represent himself on Friday during a scheduled hearing on whether certain evidence and testimony can be used at trial. His former attorneys are expected to be present as standby counsel.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741357051491.png" alt="Routh booking photo Palm Beach Co. Sheriff" />
 <figcaption>Routh booking photo Palm Beach Co. Sheriff</figcaption>
 </figure>FORT PIERCE, Fla. (AP) — A man charged with&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-shooting-gunshots-florida-f62f8378d3a8ce7b2e99d6a8fb40aba9">trying to assassinate</a>&nbsp;President Donald Trump last year in South Florida can represent himself during his trial, a federal judge ruled Thursday.U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon signed off on&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-routh-assassination-attempt-ukraine-suspicions-florida-530098c668f283d8a38eb5dd5570f1b2">Ryan Routh’s</a>&nbsp;request but said court-appointed attorneys need to remain as standby counsel. Earlier in the week, the federal public defenders had asked to be taken off the case, saying Routh had refused repeated attempts to meet with them.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/9/1726536262473.png" alt="Routh during his arrest -photo Martin County Sheriff" />
 <figcaption>Routh during his arrest -photo Martin County Sheriff</figcaption>
 </figure>Routh said during the hearing that his attorneys were diligent, but they didn’t listen to him and were afraid of him.“How are they supposed to represent me and say I’m not a dangerous person when they don’t believe that?” Routh said.Routh, 59, is scheduled to stand trial in September, a year after prosecutors say a U.S. Secret Service agent thwarted his attempt to shoot Trump as he played golf. Routh has pleaded not guilty to charges of&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-fbi-assassination-attempt-indictment-b4c956e1a126e4acfb3c4eae0c06ddb1">attempting to assassinate a major presidential candidate</a>, assaulting a federal officer and several firearm violations.Reiterating her message from a July 10 hearing, Cannon told Routh that she doesn’t intend to delay the Sept. 8 start date of his trial, even if she lets him represent himself. She also once again told Routh that she believes it’s a bad idea for Routh to represent himself.Routh, who said he completed two years of college after earning his GED certificate, told Cannon that he understands the potential challenges and would be ready for trial.Cannon said Thursday that she decided to hold the second hearing after receiving a June 29 letter from Routh that did not arrive at the courthouse until after that hearing. In that letter, Routh said he and his attorneys were “a million miles apart” and that they were refusing to answer his questions. He also wrote that he could be used in a prisoner exchange with Iran, China, North Korea or Russia.“I could die being of some use and save all this court mess, but no one acts; perhaps you have the power to trade me away,” Routh wrote.Cannon told Routh that she believed the federal public defenders assigned to Routh’s case were excellent attorneys.“I find no basis to believe that there has been ineffective assistance of counsel,” Cannon said.The judge also reminded Routh that she will not be able to assist Routh or provide legal advice during the trial.Cannon also briefly addressed Routh’s suggestion of a prisoner exchange, saying, “I have no power or any opinion of anything you’ve written there.”On Wednesday, the federal public defender’s office filed a motion for termination of appointment of counsel, saying “the attorney-client relationship is irreconcilably broken.” Attorneys said Routh has refused six attempts to meet with their team, including a scheduled in-person meeting Tuesday morning at the federal detention center in Miami.“It is clear that Mr. Routh wishes to represent himself, and he is within his Constitutional rights to make such a demand,” the motion said.Cannon denied their motion on Thursday, explaining that their office was in the best position to prevent delays to the trial.The U.S. Supreme Court has held that criminal defendants have a right to represent themselves in court proceedings, as long as they can show a judge they are competent to waive their right to be defended by an attorney.Prosecutors have said Routh methodically plotted to kill Trump for weeks before aiming a rifle through the shrubbery as Trump played golf on Sept. 15 at his West Palm Beach country club. A Secret Service agent spotted Routh before Trump came into view. Officials said Routh aimed his rifle at the agent, who opened fire, causing Routh to drop his weapon and flee without firing a shot.Law enforcement obtained help from a witness who prosecutors said informed officers that he saw a person fleeing. The witness was then flown in a police helicopter to a nearby interstate where Routh was arrested, and the witnesses confirmed it was the person he had seen, prosecutors have said.Routh will have his first chance to represent himself on Friday during a scheduled hearing on whether certain evidence and testimony can be used at trial. His former attorneys are expected to be present as standby counsel.

Judge issues new ruling at request of Trump would-be assassin

BOURBON COUNTY&nbsp;–The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Fort Scott Police Department arrested a Fort Scott man for alleged child sex crimes.

&nbsp;Just after&nbsp; 1 p.m. on Wednesday, KBI agents and the Fort Scott Police Department arrested 24-year-old Micheal Olkowski, of Fort Scott. Olkowski on requested charges of sexual exploitation of a child and aggravated internet trading in child pornography after a search warrant was conducted at 920 W. Park Avenue in Fort Scott, according to a media release from the KBI.

The KBI Child Victims Unit began investigating after multiple cyber tips were received from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) in July.

Following the arrest, Olkowski was booked into the Bourbon County Jail.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Anyone with information related to this investigation is asked to call the KBI at 1-800-KS-CRIME.&nbsp;Anonymous tips can be submitted online at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kbi.ks.gov/sar?utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=govdelivery" target="_blank">www.kbi.ks.gov/sar</a>.

&nbsp;The case is expected to be prosecuted by the Bourbon County Attorney’s Office.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1753387895744.png" alt="Olkowski photo Bourbon Co. Sheriff" />
 <figcaption>Olkowski photo Bourbon Co. Sheriff</figcaption>
 </figure>BOURBON COUNTY&nbsp;–The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Fort Scott Police Department arrested a Fort Scott man for alleged child sex crimes.&nbsp;Just after&nbsp; 1 p.m. on Wednesday, KBI agents and the Fort Scott Police Department arrested 24-year-old Micheal Olkowski, of Fort Scott. Olkowski on requested charges of sexual exploitation of a child and aggravated internet trading in child pornography after a search warrant was conducted at 920 W. Park Avenue in Fort Scott, according to a media release from the KBI.The KBI Child Victims Unit began investigating after multiple cyber tips were received from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) in July.Following the arrest, Olkowski was booked into the Bourbon County Jail.&nbsp;&nbsp;Anyone with information related to this investigation is asked to call the KBI at 1-800-KS-CRIME.&nbsp;Anonymous tips can be submitted online at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kbi.ks.gov/sar?utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=govdelivery" target="_blank">www.kbi.ks.gov/sar</a>.&nbsp;The case is expected to be prosecuted by the Bourbon County Attorney’s Office.

Kansas man accused of internet trading in child porn

BARTON COUNTY —A father and son are facing multiple allegations after a tip led to a traffic stop in Barton County.

On Tuesday, the Barton County Sheriff’s office received information from the Kansas Department of Corrections EAI unit, that a quantity of drugs would be entering Barton County on K-156 Highway sometime during the day, according to Sheriff Brian Bellendir.

The Department of Corrections was able to provide suspect information as well as a vehicle description and tag number. Deputies and detectives were positioned in a number of locations in northeastern Barton County to intercept the vehicle. 

Just after 4 p.m., sheriff’s deputies observed the vehicle enter Barton County. It was known to the Barton County Sheriff's Office that the occupants were wanted for parole violations on a warrant.

A felony traffic stop was conducted and the subjects were removed from the vehicle and taken into custody without incident. The Sheriff’s Office K9 indicated the presence of controlled substances inside the 2008 Ford Taurus. Further investigation revealed a quantity of cocaine, methamphetamine and synthetic cannabinoids. Two handguns were also located in the vehicle.

The occupants of the vehicle were identified as Jerry Wayne Smith, Jr., 43, of Salina, and Christopher Lee Smith, 21,&nbsp; of Abilene. Jerry is Christopher's father, according to Bellendir.

Both were transported to the Barton County Jail where they were booked on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, possession of cocaine, criminal use of a firearm as well as possession of drug paraphernalia. Both had outstanding warrants from the Kansas Department of Corrections for parole violation. The drug charges carry a $100,000 bond. The warrants for parole violation have no bond. The Sheriff’s office was assisted in this operation by detectives from the Great Bend Police Department.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1753293995823.png" alt="Chris Smith photo Barton Co." />
 <figcaption>Chris Smith photo Barton Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>BARTON COUNTY —A father and son are facing multiple allegations after a tip led to a traffic stop in Barton County.On Tuesday, the Barton County Sheriff’s office received information from the Kansas Department of Corrections EAI unit, that a quantity of drugs would be entering Barton County on K-156 Highway sometime during the day, according to Sheriff Brian Bellendir.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1753293963993.png" alt="Jerry Smith -photo Barton Co." />
 <figcaption>Jerry Smith -photo Barton Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>The Department of Corrections was able to provide suspect information as well as a vehicle description and tag number. Deputies and detectives were positioned in a number of locations in northeastern Barton County to intercept the vehicle. Just after 4 p.m., sheriff’s deputies observed the vehicle enter Barton County. It was known to the Barton County Sheriff's Office that the occupants were wanted for parole violations on a warrant.A felony traffic stop was conducted and the subjects were removed from the vehicle and taken into custody without incident. The Sheriff’s Office K9 indicated the presence of controlled substances inside the 2008 Ford Taurus. Further investigation revealed a quantity of cocaine, methamphetamine and synthetic cannabinoids. Two handguns were also located in the vehicle.The occupants of the vehicle were identified as Jerry Wayne Smith, Jr., 43, of Salina, and Christopher Lee Smith, 21,&nbsp; of Abilene. Jerry is Christopher's father, according to Bellendir.Both were transported to the Barton County Jail where they were booked on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, possession of cocaine, criminal use of a firearm as well as possession of drug paraphernalia. Both had outstanding warrants from the Kansas Department of Corrections for parole violation. The drug charges carry a $100,000 bond. The warrants for parole violation have no bond. The Sheriff’s office was assisted in this operation by detectives from the Great Bend Police Department.

Salina father, son caught transporting cocaine, meth and guns

JACKSON COUNTY, Kan. –Law enforcement are investigating two suspects on drug allegations.

Just before 8p.m. on July 18, a Sheriff’s Deputy conducted a traffic stop near 150th Road on U.S. Hwy 75 for a traffic infraction, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.

A Jackson County Sheriff’s K-9 alerted to the presence of illegal narcotics. The driver, 41-year-old Kelly Jospeh Hall and 51-year-old Jeffery Wade Romines, both of Sabetha were both arrested and booked into the Jackson County Jail for possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1753115401426.png" alt="Romines photo Jackson Co." />
 <figcaption>Romines photo Jackson Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>JACKSON COUNTY, Kan. –Law enforcement are investigating two suspects on drug allegations.Just before 8p.m. on July 18, a Sheriff’s Deputy conducted a traffic stop near 150th Road on U.S. Hwy 75 for a traffic infraction, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1753115382110.png" alt="Hall photo Jackson Co." />
 <figcaption>Hall photo Jackson Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>A Jackson County Sheriff’s K-9 alerted to the presence of illegal narcotics. The driver, 41-year-old Kelly Jospeh Hall and 51-year-old Jeffery Wade Romines, both of Sabetha were both arrested and booked into the Jackson County Jail for possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia.

Two Kansas suspects caught transporting meth

ELLIS COUNTY —Law enforcement are investigating a suspect on multiple allegations after a weekend arrest in Ellis County.

At about 9:30 p.m. July 17,, deputies with the Ellis County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call of a domestic disturbance that had occurred in the 300 block of Hopewell Road in rural Ellis County, according to a media release from the sheriff's office.

Deputies contacted a 40-year-old woman who had sustained multiple injuries as a result of the disturbance. Through the course of the investigation, deputies were able to identify the suspect as 37-year-old Cody Evan Garrett of WaKeeney.

With the assistance of the Trego County Sheriff’s Office, WaKeeney Police Department, and the Kansas Highway Patrol, Garrett would later be located at a residence in Trego County and taken into custody.

Garrett was booked into the Ellis County Jail on requested charges of attempted second-degree murder, aggravated domestic battery, criminal threat and criminal damage to Property.

Garrett remains in the Ellis County Jail on a $500,000 bond.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1753197701190.png" alt="Garrett photo Ellis Co." />
 <figcaption>Garrett photo Ellis Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>ELLIS COUNTY —Law enforcement are investigating a suspect on multiple allegations after a weekend arrest in Ellis County.At about 9:30 p.m. July 17,, deputies with the Ellis County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call of a domestic disturbance that had occurred in the 300 block of Hopewell Road in rural Ellis County, according to a media release from the sheriff's office.Deputies contacted a 40-year-old woman who had sustained multiple injuries as a result of the disturbance. Through the course of the investigation, deputies were able to identify the suspect as 37-year-old Cody Evan Garrett of WaKeeney.With the assistance of the Trego County Sheriff’s Office, WaKeeney Police Department, and the Kansas Highway Patrol, Garrett would later be located at a residence in Trego County and taken into custody.Garrett was booked into the Ellis County Jail on requested charges of attempted second-degree murder, aggravated domestic battery, criminal threat and criminal damage to Property.Garrett remains in the Ellis County Jail on a $500,000 bond.

NW Kan. man accused of brutal attack on a woman

SEDGWICK COUNTY— A suspect accused in the murder of a woman in Wichita will go to trial on Monday.

Jose Velazquez-Carillo, now 25, will appear in Judge Jeffrey Goering's courtroom, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.

In February of 2024, police responded to a shooting in the 1400 block of South George Washington Blvd. in&nbsp; Wichita, according to Police Lt. Aaron Moses.

The victim, identified as 42-year-old Candace Amack of Wichita, was found outside of a residence, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. She was&nbsp; was pronounced deceased on the scene.

Employing FLOCK, cutting-edge technology, Wichita Police Officers were able to identify a possible suspect vehicle leaving the area after the reported shooting.

Officers quickly identified and located the vehicle at a residence in the 1300 block of North Jackson in Wichita. In collaboration with the Kansas Highway Patrol air section, the Wichita Police Department coordinated efforts resulting in the safe apprehension of the suspects at approximately 7:45 pm near 13th and Hydraulic on a vehicle stop.

Two individuals identified from the daily booking report as 24-year-old&nbsp;Jose Velazquez-Carillo&nbsp; and 33-year-old Martin Velazquez-Villa were detained without incident and later arrested on requested charges of First-Degree Murder.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1708119236620.png" alt="Velazquez-Carillo-photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Velazquez-Carillo-photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY— A suspect accused in the murder of a woman in Wichita will go to trial on Monday.Jose Velazquez-Carillo, now 25, will appear in Judge Jeffrey Goering's courtroom, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1708101627898.png" alt="Police on the scene in February 2024 -photo courtesy KWCH" />
 <figcaption>Police on the scene in February 2024 -photo courtesy KWCH</figcaption>
 </figure>In February of 2024, police responded to a shooting in the 1400 block of South George Washington Blvd. in&nbsp; Wichita, according to Police Lt. Aaron Moses.The victim, identified as 42-year-old Candace Amack of Wichita, was found outside of a residence, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. She was&nbsp; was pronounced deceased on the scene.Employing FLOCK, cutting-edge technology, Wichita Police Officers were able to identify a possible suspect vehicle leaving the area after the reported shooting.Officers quickly identified and located the vehicle at a residence in the 1300 block of North Jackson in Wichita. In collaboration with the Kansas Highway Patrol air section, the Wichita Police Department coordinated efforts resulting in the safe apprehension of the suspects at approximately 7:45 pm near 13th and Hydraulic on a vehicle stop.Two individuals identified from the daily booking report as 24-year-old&nbsp;Jose Velazquez-Carillo&nbsp; and 33-year-old Martin Velazquez-Villa were detained without incident and later arrested on requested charges of First-Degree Murder.

Trial for murder of Kansas woman found outside her home

Lindsborg Old Mill and Swedish Heritage Museum

LINDSBORG - The Lindsborg Old Mill and Swedish Heritage Museum is closing out the books on a quarter-million-dollar grant that permitted impressive improvements.

Adam Pracht, Marketing and Communications Director, said that in the two years since receiving the grant, the museum has made significant strides in terms of its appearance, historical restoration, safety and security, and ADA accessibility.

“The results were transformative. The museum buildings look so much better, historical treasures have been preserved, and we’ve made many necessary upgrades,” he said. “The list of everything it accomplished at the museum is nothing short of astonishing.”

The museum was one of just 18 recipients out of 228 applicants to receive the tourism grant from Kansas Commerce in 2023. The grant was an effort by the State to boost Kansas tourism with remaining federal COVID relief dollars.

Located next to the Smoky Hill River, the museum is owned by an independent private nonprofit and consists of 10 historic buildings across 15 acres. It is home to the 1898 Smoky Valley Roller Mills and the 1904 World’s Fair Swedish Pavilion (both on the National Register of Historic Places).

The achievements made possible by the SPRINT grant include:

· Installation of a new alarm system in the main museum building, which houses historic archives and most of the museum’s artifacts.

· Main entrance improvements, which included an ADA-accessible sidewalk, a new solid handrail with solar-powered built-in lights, and updated landscaping.

· Exterior paint and a new roof for the West Kentuck School. (Used 1903-1952, this one-room schoolhouse was originally southeast of Lindsborg and is the last school of its kind in the area.)

· Exterior paint and a new roof for the Academy Building. (Built in 1879, this was the first public school building in the area and was later used as a Bethany College classroom.)

· New exterior paint for the Lindsborg Union Pacific Train Depot (Completed under Kansas Pacific in 1879, the depot served the area until 1972. It was moved to museum grounds in 1974.)

· Full restoration of the original 1908 Dempster Windmill located on the museum’s Heritage Square.

· A new Old Mill courtyard metal fence designed and created by Lindsborg Local Lloyd Rohr that depicts scenes of the historical Old Mill, symbols of wheat and the Swedish seal, and the 1904 World’s Fair Swedish Pavilion. It is more secure than the chain link fence and more aesthetic.

· Tree removal and trimming on the museum grounds and campgrounds, creating more safety for museum guests and less risk of damage from falling limbs or trees.

· Museum front porch repairs, including porch roof support columns that were failing.

· New guttering on the main museum building, which means better drainage and less risk of water damage to the building.

· Tuckpointing (masonry repair) of the Old Mill Powerhouse brick walls, as well as a new roof and guttering for the building – both of which were rusting and starting to fail. The building houses the electric motor that powers the 1898 Smoky Valley Roller Mills during Millfest (annually on the first Saturday in May.)

· Upgrades to the Old Mill heating system. The updates allow more control of the system and cost savings.

· A modern and fully reworked back-gallery exhibition on Lindsborg history and the immigrant experience.

Aubrey Wheeler, Executive Director, said the award of the grant preceded her start at the museum, but she’d seen the museum’s state as a guest before it received the SPRINT Grant.

“It’s almost like an entirely different place,” she said. “The difference is wonderful, and we can’t thank Kansas Commerce enough for selecting us for the grant.”

The Lindsborg Old Mill &amp; Swedish Heritage Museum celebrates and preserves the pioneering spirit of the Smoky Valley by educating, entertaining, and building community across generations so that history comes to life. With special emphasis on the period from 1870 to 1910, the museum includes two buildings on the National Registry of Historic Places and extensive archives and artifact collections. The museum seeks to honor the rich story of Lindsborg and its people. 

Learn more about the museum at <a href="https://www.oldmillmuseum.org/">www.oldmillmuseum.org</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1744981182523.jpeg" alt="Live music performance takes place during Millfest on the front porch of the Lindsborg Old Mill and Swedish Heritage Museum – right beside the 1898 Smoky Valley Roller Mills." />
 <figcaption>Live music performance takes place during Millfest on the front porch of the Lindsborg Old Mill and Swedish Heritage Museum – right beside the 1898 Smoky Valley Roller Mills.</figcaption>
 </figure>Lindsborg Old Mill and Swedish Heritage MuseumLINDSBORG - The Lindsborg Old Mill and Swedish Heritage Museum is closing out the books on a quarter-million-dollar grant that permitted impressive improvements.Adam Pracht, Marketing and Communications Director, said that in the two years since receiving the grant, the museum has made significant strides in terms of its appearance, historical restoration, safety and security, and ADA accessibility.“The results were transformative. The museum buildings look so much better, historical treasures have been preserved, and we’ve made many necessary upgrades,” he said. “The list of everything it accomplished at the museum is nothing short of astonishing.”The museum was one of just 18 recipients out of 228 applicants to receive the tourism grant from Kansas Commerce in 2023. The grant was an effort by the State to boost Kansas tourism with remaining federal COVID relief dollars.Located next to the Smoky Hill River, the museum is owned by an independent private nonprofit and consists of 10 historic buildings across 15 acres. It is home to the 1898 Smoky Valley Roller Mills and the 1904 World’s Fair Swedish Pavilion (both on the National Register of Historic Places).The achievements made possible by the SPRINT grant include:· Installation of a new alarm system in the main museum building, which houses historic archives and most of the museum’s artifacts.· Main entrance improvements, which included an ADA-accessible sidewalk, a new solid handrail with solar-powered built-in lights, and updated landscaping.· Exterior paint and a new roof for the West Kentuck School. (Used 1903-1952, this one-room schoolhouse was originally southeast of Lindsborg and is the last school of its kind in the area.)· Exterior paint and a new roof for the Academy Building. (Built in 1879, this was the first public school building in the area and was later used as a Bethany College classroom.)· New exterior paint for the Lindsborg Union Pacific Train Depot (Completed under Kansas Pacific in 1879, the depot served the area until 1972. It was moved to museum grounds in 1974.)· Full restoration of the original 1908 Dempster Windmill located on the museum’s Heritage Square.· A new Old Mill courtyard metal fence designed and created by Lindsborg Local Lloyd Rohr that depicts scenes of the historical Old Mill, symbols of wheat and the Swedish seal, and the 1904 World’s Fair Swedish Pavilion. It is more secure than the chain link fence and more aesthetic.· Tree removal and trimming on the museum grounds and campgrounds, creating more safety for museum guests and less risk of damage from falling limbs or trees.· Museum front porch repairs, including porch roof support columns that were failing.· New guttering on the main museum building, which means better drainage and less risk of water damage to the building.· Tuckpointing (masonry repair) of the Old Mill Powerhouse brick walls, as well as a new roof and guttering for the building – both of which were rusting and starting to fail. The building houses the electric motor that powers the 1898 Smoky Valley Roller Mills during Millfest (annually on the first Saturday in May.)· Upgrades to the Old Mill heating system. The updates allow more control of the system and cost savings.· A modern and fully reworked back-gallery exhibition on Lindsborg history and the immigrant experience.Aubrey Wheeler, Executive Director, said the award of the grant preceded her start at the museum, but she’d seen the museum’s state as a guest before it received the SPRINT Grant.“It’s almost like an entirely different place,” she said. “The difference is wonderful, and we can’t thank Kansas Commerce enough for selecting us for the grant.”The Lindsborg Old Mill &amp; Swedish Heritage Museum celebrates and preserves the pioneering spirit of the Smoky Valley by educating, entertaining, and building community across generations so that history comes to life. With special emphasis on the period from 1870 to 1910, the museum includes two buildings on the National Registry of Historic Places and extensive archives and artifact collections. The museum seeks to honor the rich story of Lindsborg and its people. Learn more about the museum at <a href="https://www.oldmillmuseum.org/">www.oldmillmuseum.org</a>.

Lindsborg museum receives improvements thanks to generous grant over $250K

LINDSBORG -&nbsp;Bethany College has announced Janelle Adams and Megan Case as Assistant Professors of Religion.

Janelle recently earned her Ph.D. in Religion from Emory University, where she focused on social ethics and practical theology. Her research explores how faith-based communities respond to pressing social issues, with recent work examining belonging and refugee resettlement. Her scholarship has been published in Practical Theology, the Journal of Pastoral Theology, Center for Migration Studies Essays, and more.

Her dissertation, “Lessons in Shared Sufficiency: How Refugees and Community Partners Practice Belonging at a Faith-Based Community Hub,” employs qualitative methods to investigate practices of belonging in the context of refugee resettlement.

Before coming to Bethany, Adams taught at Spelman College and Candler School of Theology and served as a researcher with the Forum for Theological Exploration’s Discernment Labs initiative. She holds a Master of Divinity from Candler School of Theology and a B.A. in Religious Studies from Rhodes College. Prior to her academic career, Adams worked in refugee resettlement and spiritual care education.

Adams’ appointment comes at a time when Bethany College is deepening its engagement with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). Since taking office in May, President Dr. Laura Crawley has been actively reconnecting the college with ELCA partners across the region and nationally. Her recent activities include:

Speaking with the Swedish Friendship Group at Bethany Lutheran Church.&nbsp;

Speaking about Bethany College at the Central States Synod Assembly back in June, at the request of Bishop Candea.

Participating in the Network of ELCA Colleges and Universities (NECU).

Presidents Summer Seminar and the Vocation of Lutheran Higher Education Conference in July at Augsburg University.

Planning visits with Pastor Melissa to ELCA congregations across Kansas this fall and spring.

Attending the upcoming ELCA Churchwide Assembly in Phoenix at the end of July.

These efforts underscore Bethany's ongoing commitment to its Lutheran identity and mission, particularly in welcoming faculty whose scholarship and vocation align with values of faith, service, and social responsibility.

“We are delighted to welcome Dr. Adams to Bethany College,” said Rev. Melissa Woeppel, Campus Pastor. “As an ethicist, she will enhance vocational reflection and explore questions of meaning and purpose both in and out of the classroom.”

When Adams is not teaching or writing, she enjoys reading mystery novels and dabbling in stand-up and improvisational comedy.

Bethany College is excited to welcome Janelle Adams to the faculty and looks forward to the meaningful contributions her research and community-centered approach will bring to the religion program. 

For more information about Bethany College's religion program, visit <a href="http://www.bethanylb.edu/religion-philosophy">www.bethanylb.edu/religion-philosophy</a>.

Case earned her doctorate from the University of Texas at Austin in 2016 in Ancient Mediterranean Religions with a graduate portfolio in Women's and Gender Studies. She had previously received degrees from Gettysburg College (2006, B.A. in Anthropology and Religion), Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary (2011, M.Div.), and the University of Texas at Austin (2013, M.A. in Religious Studies).

Since graduation, she has taught at several institutions, including Elon University, Virginia Polytechnic and State University, Drury University, and Luther College. Her main area of research is the Hebrew Bible, especially questions involving gender and sexuality in the Deuteronomistic History. 

Case has published articles in Vetus Testamentum, Biblical Interpretation, and the Journal of Religion and Popular Culture, as well as in various edited volumes. She is currently the editor of the Poetical and Wisdom Books for the upcoming King James Version Study Bible from Oxford University Press. Her first book, “The Productive and Disordered Bodies of Judges 19–21: Pre-Monarchic Israel as a Somatic Society,” is in its final stages with Sheffield Phoenix Press.

Case’s appointment comes at a time when Bethany College is deepening its engagement with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). Since taking office in May, President Dr. Laura Crawley has been actively reconnecting the college with ELCA partners across the region and nationally. Her recent activities include:

Speaking with the Swedish Friendship Group at Bethany Lutheran Church

Speaking about Bethany College at the Central States Synod Assembly back&nbsp;in June, at the request of Bishop Candea

Participating in the Network of ELCA Colleges and Universities (NECU)&nbsp;Presidents Summer Seminar and the Vocation of Lutheran Higher Education&nbsp;Conference in July at Augsburg University

“Dr. Case brings a wealth of teaching experience to Bethany College, along with a depth of biblical study,” said Rev. Melissa Woeppel, Campus Pastor. “Her engagement in the classroom will serve our students well and we are excited to welcome her!”

In her free time, Case enjoys tabletop games, reading, playing the flute and piano, and being annoyed by her nephews.

Bethany College is excited to welcome Megan Case to the faculty and looks forward to the contributions she will bring to the religion program. 

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1752859936224.png" alt="(left) Janelle Adams and (right) Megan Case.&nbsp;Two new Assistant Professors of Religion at Bethany College; photos courtesy of Bethany College" />
 <figcaption>(left) Janelle Adams and (right) Megan Case.&nbsp;Two new Assistant Professors of Religion at Bethany College; photos courtesy of Bethany College</figcaption>
 </figure>Bethany CollegeLINDSBORG -&nbsp;Bethany College has announced Janelle Adams and Megan Case as Assistant Professors of Religion.<h2>Janelle Adams</h2>Janelle recently earned her Ph.D. in Religion from Emory University, where she focused on social ethics and practical theology. Her research explores how faith-based communities respond to pressing social issues, with recent work examining belonging and refugee resettlement. Her scholarship has been published in Practical Theology, the Journal of Pastoral Theology, Center for Migration Studies Essays, and more.Her dissertation, “Lessons in Shared Sufficiency: How Refugees and Community Partners Practice Belonging at a Faith-Based Community Hub,” employs qualitative methods to investigate practices of belonging in the context of refugee resettlement.Before coming to Bethany, Adams taught at Spelman College and Candler School of Theology and served as a researcher with the Forum for Theological Exploration’s Discernment Labs initiative. She holds a Master of Divinity from Candler School of Theology and a B.A. in Religious Studies from Rhodes College. Prior to her academic career, Adams worked in refugee resettlement and spiritual care education.Adams’ appointment comes at a time when Bethany College is deepening its engagement with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). Since taking office in May, President Dr. Laura Crawley has been actively reconnecting the college with ELCA partners across the region and nationally. Her recent activities include:Speaking with the Swedish Friendship Group at Bethany Lutheran Church.&nbsp;Speaking about Bethany College at the Central States Synod Assembly back in June, at the request of Bishop Candea. Participating in the Network of ELCA Colleges and Universities (NECU).Presidents Summer Seminar and the Vocation of Lutheran Higher Education Conference in July at Augsburg University.Planning visits with Pastor Melissa to ELCA congregations across Kansas this fall and spring.Attending the upcoming ELCA Churchwide Assembly in Phoenix at the end of July.These efforts underscore Bethany's ongoing commitment to its Lutheran identity and mission, particularly in welcoming faculty whose scholarship and vocation align with values of faith, service, and social responsibility.“We are delighted to welcome Dr. Adams to Bethany College,” said Rev. Melissa Woeppel, Campus Pastor. “As an ethicist, she will enhance vocational reflection and explore questions of meaning and purpose both in and out of the classroom.”When Adams is not teaching or writing, she enjoys reading mystery novels and dabbling in stand-up and improvisational comedy.Bethany College is excited to welcome Janelle Adams to the faculty and looks forward to the meaningful contributions her research and community-centered approach will bring to the religion program. For more information about Bethany College's religion program, visit <a href="http://www.bethanylb.edu/religion-philosophy">www.bethanylb.edu/religion-philosophy</a>.<h2>Megan Case</h2>Case earned her doctorate from the University of Texas at Austin in 2016 in Ancient Mediterranean Religions with a graduate portfolio in Women's and Gender Studies. She had previously received degrees from Gettysburg College (2006, B.A. in Anthropology and Religion), Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary (2011, M.Div.), and the University of Texas at Austin (2013, M.A. in Religious Studies).Since graduation, she has taught at several institutions, including Elon University, Virginia Polytechnic and State University, Drury University, and Luther College. Her main area of research is the Hebrew Bible, especially questions involving gender and sexuality in the Deuteronomistic History. Case has published articles in Vetus Testamentum, Biblical Interpretation, and the Journal of Religion and Popular Culture, as well as in various edited volumes. She is currently the editor of the Poetical and Wisdom Books for the upcoming King James Version Study Bible from Oxford University Press. Her first book, “The Productive and Disordered Bodies of Judges 19–21: Pre-Monarchic Israel as a Somatic Society,” is in its final stages with Sheffield Phoenix Press.Case’s appointment comes at a time when Bethany College is deepening its engagement with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). Since taking office in May, President Dr. Laura Crawley has been actively reconnecting the college with ELCA partners across the region and nationally. Her recent activities include:Speaking with the Swedish Friendship Group at Bethany Lutheran ChurchSpeaking about Bethany College at the Central States Synod Assembly back&nbsp;in June, at the request of Bishop CandeaParticipating in the Network of ELCA Colleges and Universities (NECU)&nbsp;Presidents Summer Seminar and the Vocation of Lutheran Higher Education&nbsp;Conference in July at Augsburg UniversityPlanning visits with Pastor Melissa to ELCA congregations across Kansas this fall and spring.Attending the upcoming ELCA Churchwide Assembly in Phoenix at the end of July.These efforts underscore Bethany's ongoing commitment to its Lutheran identity and mission, particularly in welcoming faculty whose scholarship and vocation align with values of faith, service, and social responsibility.“Dr. Case brings a wealth of teaching experience to Bethany College, along with a depth of biblical study,” said Rev. Melissa Woeppel, Campus Pastor. “Her engagement in the classroom will serve our students well and we are excited to welcome her!”In her free time, Case enjoys tabletop games, reading, playing the flute and piano, and being annoyed by her nephews.Bethany College is excited to welcome Megan Case to the faculty and looks forward to the contributions she will bring to the religion program. For more information about Bethany College's religion program, visit <a href="http://www.bethanylb.edu/religion-philosophy">www.bethanylb.edu/religion-philosophy</a>.

Two new Assistant Professors of Religion welcomed by Bethany College 

LINDSBORG - Bethany College is pleased to announce the appointment of Audrey Saxton as the new Assistant Professor of English. Originally from Oregon, Saxton earned both her Master of Arts and Ph.D. in English from Penn State University, where she taught courses in writing and composition, world literature, and pre-1800 literature. 

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1752853473137.jpeg" alt="Audrey Saxton ,New Assistant Professor of English for Bethany College; photo courtesy of Bethany College" />
 <figcaption>Audrey Saxton ,New Assistant Professor of English for Bethany College; photo courtesy of Bethany College</figcaption>
 </figure>Bethany CollegeLINDSBORG - Bethany College is pleased to announce the appointment of Audrey Saxton as the new Assistant Professor of English. Originally from Oregon, Saxton earned both her Master of Arts and Ph.D. in English from Penn State University, where she taught courses in writing and composition, world literature, and pre-1800 literature. Her research focuses on reception, translation, and reading habits in late-medieval England. She studies how manuscripts and book histories reveal the ways people engaged with texts during that period and works to introduce students to both physical and digital archival research. Her current project examines the transmission of Middle English health texts, often called “dietaries,” in both manuscripts and early printed books. These texts offer insight into popular beliefs about health and wellness in late-medieval England and provide a foundation for contemporary self-help literature. Saxton has presented her research at both national and international conferences and will continue her work next summer as a Dibner Research Fellow in the History of Science and Technology at the Huntington Library.Outside of her academic work, Saxton enjoys reading contemporary fantasy and science fiction, spending time outdoors, and quilting. Bethany College is excited to welcome Audrey Saxton to the faculty and looks forward to the expertise and student-focused approach she brings to the English program. For more information about our English program, please visit <a href="http://www.bethanylb.edu/english">www.bethanylb.edu/english</a>.