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A look at the weekend’s events:

Friday, April 14 (Good Friday)

Saturday, April 15

Sunday, April 16

March 2017 Weather Summary for Geary County

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chuck otte twoMarch continued the trend of above average temperatures. But unlike the
very dry February, rain returned to the region, in force, the last week of
the month.

The average daily high for March was 58.3, which was 2.6 degrees above
normal. The average overnight low was 39.4, 7.5 degrees above normal. This
gave us a monthly mean temperature of 48.8, 5 degrees above normal. This
was warm enough to make March the fifth warmest March on record. Of those
five warmest March´s on record, four of them have occurred since 2004. The
hottest March on record was in 2012 when we had a monthly mean temperature
of 57.5 The coldest March on record was the very cold and snowy March of
1960 when we had a monthly mean temperature of 31.3 degrees. The coldest
temperature in March was the low reading of 22 degrees on March 13. The
warmest temperature for March was 89 degrees on the 18th. We just missed
setting the earliest reading of 90 degrees. There has only been one time
that we have reached 90 degrees in March. That was on March 29, 1967 when
the daily high hit 90. There were numerous temperature records set in
March. The high of 89 on the 18th broke the old record high of 81 set in
1994. The high of 77 on the 6th tied the record high for that date first
set in 1956 and reached again in 1972. The overnight lows of 60 on both
the 4th and the 5th broke the old record high lows respectively for those
dates, of 53, in 1983 and 52 in 2016. The low of 64 on the 23rd also broke
the record high low for that date. The previous record was 60 set in 2007.

After virtually no rain for the entire month the rain clouds arrived the
last week of March and brought several days of cold rain. Long term
average precipitation for March is 2.34 inches. Junction City received
4.37 inches during the month and Milford Lake received 6.30 inches. While
seeming a bit excessive the rain was a welcome sight to recharge soil
moisture ahead of the spring planting season. While 6.30 inches is a lot
of rain, nearly triple the normal rainfall, we had a ways to go before
breaking the record. For the year, Junction City has received 6.42 inches
of precipitation and Milford Lake has received 8.32 inches. Normal year to
date precipitation through the end of March is 4.11 inches. The wettest
March on record was 1974 when 8.04 inches was tallied. The driest March on
record is a tie between 1966 and 1968 when no rainfall was recorded. This
winter was not a very snowy winter and while we could still seem some
snow, the prospect of any more snow for this season seems pretty bleak.
Two snowfall events did occur in mid-March with a whopping total of ½ inch
recorded for the month. Average snowfall for March is 3.1 inches. Year to
date we have only received 3.0 inches of snow for the season. Average for
the season through the end of March is 17.2 inches.

April brings us our average last frost (April 15th) and rainfall picks up
with those well known April showers. Expected daily highs for April run
from 62 on April Fool´s Day to 72 by the end of the month. Expected daily
lows start the month at 36 and by April 30th have risen to 48. Average
rainfall for April is 2.95 inches with long term average snowfall of one
tenth of an inch.

VA makes wait times transparent for Veterans

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us-dept-of-veterans-affairsWASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is taking unprecedented steps to increase transparency. Today, VA launched a new Access and Quality Tool that provides Veterans with an easy-to-use, easy-to-understand way of accessing patient wait time and quality of care data. This tool not only provides Veterans with more information about VA services, it increases accountability and ensures VA is held to a higher standard.

“Veterans must have access to information that is clear and understandable to make informed decisions about their health care,” said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Dr. David J. Shulkin. “No other health-care system in the country releases this type of information on wait times. This allows Veterans to see how VA is performing.”

The tool allows Veterans to access the average times patients are waiting to be seen in their local area; how Veterans describe their experiences scheduling primary- and specialty-care appointments at specific VA facilities; timeliness of appointments for care needed right away; and the quality of health care delivered at VA medical centers compared with local private-sector hospitals. The Access and Quality Tool is the most transparent and easy to understand wait time and quality data website in the health-care industry.

“This tool is another example of VA leading the way,” said Acting Under Secretary for Health Dr. Poonam Alaigh.“No one in the private sector publishes data this way. This tool will instill a spirit of competition and encourage our medical facilities to proactively address access and quality issues while empowering Veterans to make choices according to what works best for them and their families.”

VA will continue to make improvements to this tool based on the feedback it receives from Veterans.

The Access and Quality Tool can be found here.

Watch this video to learn how the tool can be used.

Walk Kansas 5K and Fun Walk May 6

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kansas state university newsMANHATTAN — Walk Kansas, a statewide health initiative presented by K-State Research and Extension, will hold itssecond Walk Kansas 5K for the Fight and 1.5-mile fun walk Saturday, May 6, to benefit the Johnson Cancer Research Centerat Kansas State University. It is open to everyone, not just Walk Kansas program participants.

The event, which will include a 50-yard kids’ fun run, will take place outside the Johnson Cancer Research Center at Chalmers Hall on the university’s Manhattan campus, 1711 Claflin Road. Check-in will be at 7:45 to 8:45 a.m. The 5K will start at 9 a.m. and the 1.5-mile fun walk will start a few minutes later.

The 5K route will circle around Bill Snyder Family Stadium and the 1.5-mile fun walk will circle around main campus. Custom medals will be awarded to the fastest three males and females in each age category of the 5K. Timing will be managed by the Manhattan Cross Country Club, which uses the IPICO chip timing system.

All participants will receive a T-shirt, snacks, water and exclusive event-day specials at various Manhattan businesses. The K-State Marching Band will perform and Sunny 102.5 FM will provide emcee support and music.

Registration is $25 for the 5K and $20 for the fun walk until April 24, after which the fees increase to $30 and $25, respectively. The kids’ fun run is free, but registration is requested for planning purposes. Online registration is atrunsignup.com/Race/KS/Manhattan/WalkKansas5K, or a brochure with registration form can be downloaded at cancer.k-state.edu/newsevents/WalkKansas5K.html, where route maps and parking information are also available.

Participants who want to pick up their race packets and T-shirts in advance of the event can do so between 10 a.m. and 5:45 p.m. Friday, May 5, at the Johnson Cancer Research Center.

The event’s major sponsor is Cancer Center of Kansas. Other supporters include Sunny 102.5 FM, N Zone Sportswear, Kansas Wheat, Blue Diamond Almonds, HyVee, Dillon’s and LetsGoRun.com.

“We’re pleased to offer an event for Walk Kansas enthusiasts and other friends to come together for fitness, fun and K-State cancer research,” said Sharolyn Jackson, K-State Research and Extension specialist in family and consumer sciences and Walk Kansas state coordinator.

“We are so excited for this partnership with Walk Kansas,” said Marcia Locke, communications and outreach coordinator for the Johnson Cancer Research Center. “Now, in addition to encouraging exercise and good nutrition, which both reduce cancer risk, Walk Kansas is supporting K-State cancer research, and we’re so grateful.”

The Johnson Cancer Research Center supports and advances cancer research and education at Kansas State University. Its programs are made possible by private donations. Learn more at cancer.k-state.edu.

 

Spring-A-Lodeon JC, Saturday April 15th

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springSpring-A-Lodeon JC is an arts, crafts, and home business event highlighting the local community.

Lisa Schaffer, organizer for the event, said that there will be something for the whole family to enjoy. “It’s got several activities for kids, and certainly a lot for adults to do especially when it comes to shoppers – there are lots of opportunities to see what local vendors, not only home based businesses where you get typical retail and direct sales products, but even some arts and crafts folks.”

Schaffer noted that this is an event that “deserves good attendance.” “I participated in an event not too long ago and was just disappointed in the turnout…I think the community wants to support local, small businesses and that’s what all of these people [at Spring-A-Lodeon] represent.”

There will be a “Kids Korner” sponsored by the Flint Hills Church in Junction City.

“They’re going to have games, and events, and balloon animals – I think it will be a really good time,” said Schaffer. “Parents can still be in the area and shop, and see their kids from across the room.”

There will be an opportunity for children to hunt for golden eggs to win prizes, photos with the Easter Bunny and a “bulging basket” giveaway filled with Easter treats.

Some of the vendors in attendance will include:

  • Weathered Legacy
  • DeeSigns by Dee
  • S&K Crafty Creations
  • Hobby Haven
  • Disabled American Veterans Engraving Service
  • All Jess’d Up
  • TurMakithB Jams and Jellies

Carriage rides will also be available from 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm for $5.

Spring-A-Lodeon is from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm at the Junction City Municipal Building located at 700 N. Jefferson.

Admission is free.

Transportation issues force cancellation of ‘STOMP’ at McCain; refunds, exchanges available

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kansas state university newsMANHATTAN — The McCain Performance Series presentation of “STOMP” on April 27 has been canceled because of transportation issues the “STOMP” troupe could not resolve.

“McCain Auditorium did everything possible to assist in solving the issue, but the circumstance was out of our control,” said Todd Holmberg, executive director of McCain. “‘STOMP’ accepts full responsibility for the error that caused this cancellation.”

The McCain box office will offer ticket refunds or exchanges to all current ticket holders of the “STOMP” performance. Ticket holders can request a ticket refund to a valid credit card, or a refund of the value of the tickets to a gift certificate that can be used for other McCain Performance Series attractions. Please call or visit the box office during its business hours of 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The box office can be reached at 785-532-6428.

Run for the Wall Fundraiser

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RUN FOR THE WALL ONEThere will be a Run for the Wall Fundraiser on Sunday, April 23rd that features a trip to Prairie Band Casino.

A bus will leave the Chestnut Street Walmart in Junction City at 7:45 am and return from the casino at 3:15 pm.

The cost to ride the bus is $15 which includes $10 in Prairie cash and a buffet lunch.

For tickets contact karen Connell at 785-210-5864.

This event is sponsored by the Flint Hills Harley Groups.

Sheriff’s Department Arrests Two on I-70

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geary county sheriff badge to useThe Geary County Sheriff’s Department has reported the arrest of Marquette C. Jones and Twila L. Cushinberry of Atchinson on suspicion of Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Jones was also arrested on suspicion of Transporting an Open Container of alcohol.

The arrests occurred on I70 at mile marker 294 at 3:36 a.m. Thursday.

Police Make Drug Related Arrests

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jcpd threeJunction City police have reported the arrest of a 60-year old Ohio man, John R. Kinnison, on Interstate 70 at mile marker 308 on Wednesday. The site is about 10 miles east of the city.

Kinnison was arrested on suspicion of Possession of Narcotics, No Drug Tax Stamp, Improper Driving on a Laned Roadway and Improper Vehicle Registration.

The JCPD reported the arrest of 30 year old Johnny Joe Cole Jr. of Grandview Plaza and 41-year old Christine Ann Cherry of Emporia on suspicion of Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Opiates and Possession of Paraphernalia. The arrests were made at 1:30 a-m Thursday in the 300 block of West Pine Street. Cole was also arrested on suspicion of Driving While Suspended and Disorderly Conduct, and Cherry was arrested on a Lyon County warrant charging Failure to Appear.

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