There is a critical shortage of O-Negative type blood.
The Red Cross is sponsoring a blood drive in Junction City on Friday at the Municipal Building from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. They want all blood types but there is a particular need for O-Negative.
The snow did cause some impact on day one of the blood drive Thursday, but 55 units were still collected.
You can call 1-800-Red Cross to make an appointment and walk-ins are welcome.
areas, otherwise expect cloudy skies with highs up to 30 degrees. Tonight’s lows bottom out in the single digits before temps rebound into the 30s and 40s for the weekend. There is a slight chance for light freezing drizzle and snow to start next week. However, accumulations are not expected.Rest Of Tonight: Cloudy. Lows around 20. North winds 5 to 10 mph.
Friday: Mostly cloudy. Highs in the mid 20s. North winds 5 to 10 mph.
Friday Night: Colder. Mostly cloudy in the evening then becoming partly cloudy. Lows around 10. North winds up to 5 mph shifting to the east after midnight.
Saturday: Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 30s. South winds 5 to 10 mph. Lowest wind chill readings 2 below to 8 above zero in the morning.
Saturday Night: Not as cold. Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 20s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
Sunday: Partly sunny. Highs around 40.
Sunday Night: Mostly cloudy with slight chance of light freezing drizzle and snow. Lows in the upper 20s.
Monday: Cloudy. Slight chance of drizzle. Highs in the mid 30s.
Monday Night: Mostly cloudy. Lows around 20.
Tuesday: Partly sunny. Highs in the mid 30s.
Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy. Lows around 19.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 30s.
Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 20s.
Thursday: Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 40s
Junction City Public Work Crews will be out all night continuing to clear the streets.
Ray Ibarra, Public Works Director explained that as of just before 5 
pm they had most of the arterial and collectors cleared.
“And now we’re starting to get into the residential area,” said Ibarra.
Crews will be switching out at 7 p.m. and work all night to continue clearing the residential areas.
We want to remind everyone that as the night progresses’ the temperature will continue to drop and it is possible that the roads could become slick again. If you are out and about please use caution and slow down.
The congregation of the Alida-Upland Cooperative Parish invite interested area residents and guests to attend a Central Flint Hills Area Quilt of Valor 2015 Project Celebration on Sunday, January 31, 1:00 P.M.at the church located at 2243 3300 Ave, Junction City.
Included in the celebration will be a photo montage of the Quilts of Valor awarded to area veterans and service members prior to Veteran’s Day 2015. Also included is a showing of the moving photo tribute to veterans and service members who were awarded a Quilt of Valor through the Project in 2015. The photo tribute premiered at the 2015 Veteran’s Day observance.
Quilt of Valor 2015 recipients, their families and friends, supporters of the project, quilt makers, military veterans and service members, and community members are invited to attend the celebration. Quilt of Valor 2015 recipients are invited to bring their quilt to display during the celebration.
Plans for the Quilt of Valor 2016 Project will also be presented.
The Alida-Upland Cooperative Parish is located just off Hwy 244 west of Milford Lake, approximately 11 miles northwest of Junction City.
For additional information contact Donna Martinson at 785-238-7303.
Road Conditions continue to improve in Junction City / Geary County as crews continue to clear snow from the roadways.
Now that the snow fall has slowed down crews have been able to 
make more progress, but some roads remain snow packed.
Sheriff Tony Wolf explained people should still use caution when out and about, especially this evening.
“As night goes on and the temperature falls, the salt has the potential of not working as well,” said Wolf. “After the sun goes down and the temperature falls the salt could stop working and you could end up with pretty bad slick spots and black ice out there. That’s another thing to keep in mind if you’re out driving after dark.”
The chance of snow continues into this evening with temperatures expected to be around 20 degrees.
In Junction City roads are still snow packed in areas and crews will have a long evening ahead of them to clear the streets.
Ray Ibarra, Junction City Public Works Director explained that if you’re driving in the city be careful going up or down any of the hills in the city.
Junction City police are announcing emergency snow conditions.
Police Chief Tim Brown issued the notice that indicates during weather conditions where numerous accidents occur the JCPD can be overwhelmed by calls for service involving minor accidents.
Should that occur, the police chief or senior supervisor on duty will initiate an emergency snow procedure.
–The JCPD will not respond to non-injury accidents under $1,000
–Drivers should move to a place of safety and then exchange insurance information, and report the accident to their insurance company as soon as possible
–All injury accidents and accidents that block the street due to disabled vehicles should be reported to the police
–As soon as caseload permits, the Police Department will go back to normal report taking.
Geary County Sheriff Tony Wolf said Thursday morning Interstate 70 is the worst spot for travelers in the snow. “we have several vehicles that have slid off out there. They’ve had a semi out east of town. He’s stuck on the hill trying to climb the hill. Other than that traffic’s flowing slowly and things are going pretty good.”
The snowfall has exceeded the forecast that had originally called for 2-3 inches.
It will be something that has to be dealt with through the day. Wolf agreed. “This is supposed to kind of come off and on throughout the day. All we can do, is hopefully it will slow up, and let the road crews get ahead of it.”
Wolf urged those who do not have to travel to remain at home today. “If you do have to get out please slow down and take your time.”
The Emergency Accident Reporting Phase is in effect for Geary County until further notice. You are asked to report only injury or serious vehicle collissions, involving road closure or blockage, until winter weather clears up.
The notice was issued by the Geary County Sheriff’s Department.
In all minor accidents, drivers should exchange information and determine a time at a later date to report the accident to the Sheriff’s Department. Any alcohol related accidents should be reported to the Sheriff’s Department immediately.
Fort Riley officials announced on their facebook page that the installation workforce will conduct normal operations today. Roads are amber but main routes are passable. Check with your supervisor if you have questions.
Weather Service of Topeka. It is also possible that areas of patchy freezing drizzle will linger over northeastern Kansas this morning as the storm system weakens over the region. Travel will still be considered hazardous this morning and caution should certainly be exercised even into the afternoon time frame. Meanwhile, the Winter Storm Warning and Advisory will most likely be allowed to expire at noon