The First Territorial Capitol on Fort Riley is once again open to walk-in visitors on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m.

The President of Friends of the First Territorial Capito, Mike Ritchie announced that Randy Cartwright is the new site manager.

The Partner’s “friends” group that operates the site in partnership with the Kansas State Historical Society, invites all members, friends, history “buffs” and interested persons to join them for their annual 2016 annual membership meeting. Due to increased security on Fort Riley and the fact that the board decided not to hold a re-enactment this year, the meeting will be held at the Geary County Historical Museum at 6th and Adams in Junction City on Saturday June 4 at 10 a.m.

There will be a brief presentation by the president, annual reports, and election of new board members. Candidates for the board are returning board member Stacey Cooke and Peggy Stratton.

The First Territorial Capitol is located on Huebner Road on post between Irwin Army Hospital and Ogden.

The Corvias Foundation, which provides housing for Fort Riley celebrated their tenth anniversary in April.

The foundation has produced $10 million in contributions across the country.
Over the past ten years Fort Riley has received $905,000 in scholarships and additional grants from the foundation.

Eagle Communications is looking for that person who can combine their talents of creativity and innovation with regard to web development and the business acumen to implement strategies that make sense for the customers in our region. Are you passionate about creating innovative strategies that maximize the potential of all things web in the evolving digital marketplace? Do you want to become an important part of individuals and businesses in your community? Why not do that at a company where you are not just an employee, but where you can be an owner?

Eagle Communications is seeking a Web Development/Strategies Director in Hays, KS. The selected individual will be responsible for overseeing continued growth in web development, both internally and externally, for operational and marketing success. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, leading the creation and delivery of web tools for marketing and business purposes along with revenue and expense management.
The ideal candidate will have experience in the development of websites and tools across multiple platforms, and demonstrated knowledge in business management.

Compensation is commensurate with experience, which will consist of salary, along with a competitive benefits package including health insurance, 401K, paid vacation, and stock program.

Apply by sending your resume, cover letter and application to: Eagle Communications, Inc., Attn: Human Resources, P.O. Box 817, Hays, KS 67601; or, email your resume, cover letter and application to eaglehr@eaglecom.net. Applications can be found online at www.eaglecom.net/careers/.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Eagle Communications is an Employee-Owned company and an EEO employer.

The selected candidate will be required to pass a criminal history background check and motor vehicle check.

Via Christi Health now has a partnership to provide care through the Veterans Choice Program, giving veterans the choice to receive care at Via Christi locations throughout Kansas. As part of Ascension, the nation’s largest nonprofit healthcare system and the world’s largest Catholic health system, Via Christi joins 23 other states and the District of Columbia in sustaining and improving the health of individuals and our communities by serving as an official provider of Veteran Care outside the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Qualified U.S. veterans who face wait times in excess of 30 days at the VA or have to travel farther than 40 miles from their home can now receive care from Via Christi doctors at its sites of care statewide.

“Ascension saw an opportunity to help America’s veterans gain better access to healthcare and extend our Mission, which calls on us to deliver compassionate care to all,” said Jeff Korsmo, CEO of Via Christi and Ascension’s ministry market leader for Kansas. “We’re honored to play a role in helping better serve those who have served us so well.”

The Veterans Access, Choice and Accountability Act of 2014 established funding to pay for healthcare services provided to veterans by private healthcare providers. Through the partnership, Via Christi physicians and other caregivers are authorized to provide primary care, inpatient and outpatient specialty care, and mental health care for eligible veterans outside of the VA.

“Since the beginning of March, we’ve seen more than 200 veterans through the Veterans Choice Program for services including outpatient diagnostics and office visits with physician specialists to same-day and inpatient surgical procedures,” said Chris West, the Via Christi Behavioral Health service line administrator who is serving as the program navigator. “As a 10-year Army veteran, it’s a privilege to help my fellow veterans get the personalized care they deserve.”

Ascension has established a contractual agreement with TriWest Healthcare Alliance, a federal contractor to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. As a Veterans Choice Program contractor, TriWest is designated by the VA to implement the Veterans Choice Program and provide eligible veterans access to care in their community when the local VA facility cannot readily provide care.

Nearly 9 million veterans received the Veterans Choice Card. Use of the card is strictly voluntary; veterans who qualify for VA healthcare can continue to receive care at a VA medical facility as they have in the past. The program will end when the allocated funds of $10 billion are used or no later than Aug. 7, 2017.

Veterans can determine eligibility for the Veterans Choice Program at https://www.va.gov/opa/choiceact/.

U.S. veterans, Via Christi patients and caregivers who are interested in learning more about the Veterans Choice Program are encouraged to visit www.ascension.org/veterans.

Release from Via Christi Hospital

NWS STORM PREDICTION CENTER NORMAN OK

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 154 IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 900 PM CDT MONDAY

FOR THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS

KANSAS COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE

ALLEN                ANDERSON            BROWN

BUTLER               CHASE               CHAUTAUQUA

CLAY                 CLOUD               COFFEY

COWLEY               DICKINSON           DOUGLAS

ELK                  ELLSWORTH           FRANKLIN

GEARY              GREENWOOD           HARPER

HARVEY               JACKSON             JEFFERSON

KINGMAN              LABETTE             LINCOLN

LYON                 MARION              MARSHALL

MCPHERSON            MONTGOMERY          MORRIS

NEMAHA               NEOSHO              OSAGE

OTTAWA               POTTAWATOMIE        RENO

REPUBLIC             RICE                RILEY

SALINE               SEDGWICK            SHAWNEE

SUMNER               WABAUNSEE           WASHINGTON

WILSON               WOODSON

The Geary County Sheriff’s Department has reported the arrest of Patrick Patterson, Junction City, on suspicion of Possession of a Firearm Under the Influence, Criminal Discharge of a Firearm and Aggravated Assault.

The arrest occurred US Highway 77 Saturday evening.

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Deputies arrested Kevin Kelsey, Junction City, on suspicion of Domestic Battery, Criminal Damage to Property, Aggravated Assault and Intimidation of a witness. The arrest occurred at 17675 Moyer Ranch Road Sunday evening.

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Deputies arrested Richard Marsh, Council Grove, in the 22500 block of Humboldt Creek Road on a Geary County District Court warrant charging Contempt of Court.

Severe storms are possible across most of eastern KS this afternoon and evening according to the National Weather Service of Topeka. Large hail and damaging wind will be the main threats. Wednesday there is a chance for severe storms during the afternoon and evening. Large hail and damaging wind will be the main threats.

Today: Mostly cloudy with a 50 percent chance of rain showers and thunderstorms. Highs in the mid 70s. South winds 10 to 20 mph.

Tonight: Mostly cloudy with a 50 percent chance of rain showers and thunderstorms. Lows in the mid 50s. Southeast winds 5 to 15 mph.

Tuesday: Sunny. Highs in the lower 80s. Southeast winds up to 5 mph shifting to the south in the afternoon.

Tuesday Night: Mostly clear with a 30 percent chance of rain showers and thunderstorms. Lows in the upper 50s. East winds 5 to 10 mph.

Wednesday: Partly sunny with a 40 percent chance of rain showers and thunderstorms. Highs in the lower 70s. North winds 5 to 15 mph.

Wednesday Night: Cooler. Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 40s.

Thursday: Sunny. Highs in the lower 70s.

Thursday Night: Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 40s.

Friday: Mostly sunny with a 30 percent chance of rain showers and thunderstorms. Highs in the mid 70s.

Friday Night: Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 40s.

Saturday: Cooler. Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 60s.

Saturday Night: Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 40s.

Sunday: Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of rain showers. Highs in the mid 60s

MANHATTAN- Law enforcement authorities in Riley County are investigating a suspect in connect with the death of an infant.

Just after 7 p.m. on Saturday, officers with the Riley County Police Department arrested Andrew Lynn Gibson, 25, of the 500 block of Stone in Manhattan.

Gibson was booked for murder in the 1st degree and abuse of a child; torture or cruelly beat.

His bond was set at $500,000, and he was confined at the Riley County Jail at the time of this report.

Just after 9p.m. on Thursday, police officers and additional emergency crews responded to the 500 block of Stone Drive in Manhattan, for a report of an baby not breathing, according to a media release.

Emergency crews confirmed the baby was not breathing and began resuscitation efforts.

The child was not revived and was later pronounced dead at Via Christi Hospital.

No additional details are being released.