The Junction City Police Department Tour Log report issued Saturday included the arrest of Devin Lamar Green, 24, Junction City on suspicion of Domestic battery, Criminal damage to property, and Intimidation of a Victim.
The arrest occurred at 3:45 a.m. Saturday at 239 South Jefferson Street.
One of the traditions on July 4 in Junction City is the Veterans Ceremony in Heritage Park.
This year Brigadier General Eric Wesley served as the keynote speaker for the event at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.
The traditional Sundown Salute parade attracted a large number of entries as fans lined Sixth Street to watch it Saturday morning.
The winning float entries were:
–1st place, Milford Parks and Recreation
–2nd place, Girl Scouts Unit 706
–3rd place, Even Heroes Need A Hero
The parade lasted for about one hour and fifteen minutes.
Due to heightened security concerns center on the Fourth of July holiday, Fort Riley is limiting visitors to those with authorized sponsors.
Officials released a statement that said Installation leadership appreciates understanding as they do everything in their power to protect their people and their guests.
For more information contact the Visitor Control Center at 785-239-2982.
Good concert performances, a carnival, and cool weather added up to a fun evening for those attending Sundown Salute in Junction City.
Sundown Salute Director Sharon Glessner estimated attendance in the 8,000 to 10,000 range. “Very excited about tonight, especially after the first two nights. We were kind of down, but I think we picked it right back up tonight.”
Police Captain Dan Breci said during the latter part of the celebration in Heritage Park there had been no problems. “Everybody came down here for a good time. Everybody’s behaving themselves, the bands are great, we have a big police prescence here trying to keep everybody safe.”
The Kansas City based group, “Revelation performed a “Tribute to Journey.” The lead singer, Danny Wayman said they don’t look the part of the famous group, but try to sound like them. “We like to think that if you close your eyes you’re going to be at a Journey show. That’s what we’re proud of.
Prior to Revelation, the group “American Fool” performed a “Tribute to John Mellencamp” and Satisfaction performed a “Tribute to the Rolling Stones.”
Sundown Salute continues Saturday with the annual parade at 10 a.m., Veteran’s Ceremony in Heritage Park at noon, and more concerts, including the headliner “Loverboy” Saturday evening. “Loverboy performs at nine p.m. and will be followed at 10:30 p.m. by the Fireworks Extravaganza.
The Geary County Sheriff’s Department has reported the arrest by Deputies of Tyreika Duggins, Fort Riley, in the 1400 block of North Clay Street in Junction City on suspicion of DUI, Endangering A Child, No Driver’s License, and Illegal Registratiion.
The arrested occurred at 4:01 a.m. on Friday.
The fireworks display on July 4 is always one of the big attractions for Sundown Salute.
For a second consecutive year that job will be handled by Bennett Fireworks of Junction City.
Sundown Salute Director Sharon Glessner said Roger Bennett will be shooting the fireworks off near the Sixth Street viaduct, which is just a short distance east of Heritage Park in downtown Junction City, where Sundown Salute is headquartered. “He’s increased his class so we will have some stronger, louder, bigger, more powerful fireworks that will be able to be seen farther than normal. She confirmed the fireworks will go much higher in the air.
Glessner estimated the cost of the 15-20 minute fireworks display for Sundown Salute will be $6,000 to $8,000.
The Fort Riley Facebook page has contained information on an upcoming town hall at Barlow Theater on post at 2 p.m. July 8.
The Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel A. Dailey, the U.S. Army’s senior noncommissioned officer, will hold the town hall. Soldiers, family members, and Department of the Army civilians are invited to discuss Army Chief of Staff Gen. Ray Odierno’s priorities , hear about Dailey’s initiatives and ask questions of the sergeant major.
Rain Friday morning didn’t stop the planned Sundown Salute activities.
Director Sharon Glessner noted the 8 a.m. car show began a little slow. “But they continued setting up even in the rain. I think it’s impacted the attendance. ” There were about 50 cars in the show, compared to approximately 70 one year.
The vehicles were set up on the Washington Street side of Heritage Park through early afternoon.
Sundown Salute concerts Friday night in downtown Junction City include American Fool playing a Tribute to John Mellencamp at 6:30, Satisfaction — a Tribute to the Rolling Stones at 7:45, and Revelation — a Tribute to Journey at 9 p.m. The concerts are free. The Ottaway Amusement Carnival will also be set up and operating nearby. Food vendors are located in adjacent Heritage Park.
The Junction City Police Department Tour Log report released Friday morning includes arrests.
–William Pollock Jr., 21, Junction City, suspicion of Aggravated Battery. He was arrested at 2:34 a.m. Friday at 49 Riley Manor Circle.
–Andrew Millsap, 19, Junction City, suspicion of two counts of Violation of Protection From Abuse, three counts Criminal Threat, and a District Court warrant alleging a Bond Violation. He was arrested at 4:01 p.m. Thursday at 410 Redbud Drive.
–Thomas Carter, 56, Junction City, on suspicion of Driving While License was Suspended and Talking On Cell Phone. The arrest occurred at 1:42 p.m. in the 300 block of West 6th Street.
–Garrick Josiah Carlton, 25, Fort Riley, on suspicion of DUI. The arrest occurred at 1:42 a.m. Friday at the 1800 block of North Washington Street.
–Blaise Sims, 21, Junction City, suspicion of Trespassing. The arrest occurred at 2:04 a.m. Friday at 606 Golden Belt Boulevard.