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Cop Shop (5/21)

Posted on May 22, 2018May 22, 2018

Barton County Sheriff’s Office Incident Log (5/21)

Theft

At 6:08 p.m. a theft was reported at SE 100 Avenue & SE 30 Road in Ellinwood.

Burglary / Not in Progress

At 7:04 p.m. a burglary was reported at 310 Pembroke Ln. in Ellinwood.

Non-Injury Accident

At 8:40 p.m. an accident was reported at E. US 56 Highway at MM 208.

Criminal Damage

At 11:32 p.m. criminal damage was reported at 5210 10th Street 21.

Great Bend Police Department Incident Log (5/21)

Abdominal Pain / Problems

At 12:46 a.m. EMS assistance was reported at 1822 Apollo Avenue.

Theft

At 2:40 a.m. theft of a debit card was reported at 1109 Main Street.

Injury Accident

At 3:57 a.m. an accident involving Kawailanilehua Martinez with a garage was reported at 1625 Broadway.

Theft

At 11:22 a.m. Holly Crum reports Kayla Bunch stealing a 7″ knife from her friend’s vehicle at 217 Chestnut Street.

Burglary / Not in Progress

At 12:12 p.m. Mallory Uhrilich reports someone entering her residence at 2208 29th Street and taking an Xbox and cash. Total loss of $1,700.

Warrant Arrest

At 12:13 p.m. Johnny Espinosa was arrested for a warrant at 1217 Williams Street.

Non-Injury Accident

At 2:14 p.m. an accident was reported at 3503 10th Street.

At 3:38 p.m. an unknown vehicle was northeast bound and struck a fence and Jose Hernandez-Campa at 2416 10th Street.

Warrant Arrest

At 5:45 p.m. Larry Norman was arrested for a warrant in the 1900 block of Adams Street.

Burglary / In Progress

At 5:46 p.m. a possible burglary was reported at 2421 12th Street.

Non-Injury Accident

At 7:11 p.m. a subject had questions in reference to an accident at 10th Street & Harrison Street.

Theft

At 7:38 p.m. theft of a Roadmaster bike was reported at 11th Street & Morphy Street.

Criminal Damage

At 11:32 p.m. a report of old damage to her scree caused by her cat was made at 5210 10th Street 21.

Barton County Sheriff’s Booking Activity (5/21)

Posted on May 22, 2018May 22, 2018

BOOKED: Amy Ferguson of Hudson on GBPD case for possession of methamphetamine, bond set in lieu of $10,000 C/S. GBPD case for introduction of contraband into a correctional facility, bond set in lieu of $40,000.

BOOKED: Jennifer Ann Hernandez on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant for contempt of court with a bond of $622.5 or 180 days in jail.

BOOKED: Thelma Hernandez-Medina on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant for failure to appear with a bond of $642.50 cash only. GBMC warrant for contempt of court with a bond of $647.50 cash only.

BOOKED: Johnny Ray Espinosa on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant for contempt of court, with a bond of $462.50 cash only.

BOOKED: Larry Norman of Great Bend on GBMC warrant for contempt of court, bond is set at $667.50 cash only or 30 days in jail. GBMC warrant for contempt of court, no bond or 78 days in jail.

BOOKED: Charles Bowers Jr. of Great Bend on Sedgwick County District warrant for possession of methamphetamine, and possession of marijuana, bond set in the amount of $5,000 C/S.

BOOKED: Scott Ketch on BTDC case for battery DV, bond is set in the amount of $2,500 C/S.

RELEASED: Charles Demel on BTDC warrant to treatment.

RELEASED: Laken M. Shelor on Barton County District Court warrant to treatment.

RELEASED: Jacob W. King on Barton County District Court warrants to treatment.

RELEASED: Thelma I. Hernandez-Medina on GBMC warrants with no conditions.

RELEASED: Jennifer Ann Hernandez on GBMC warrant with no conditions.

RELEASED: Andrew Taylor posted a $2,500 surety bond through Dyn-O-Mite Bail Bonding on BTDC case for DWS, received order of release on GBMC case and warrant recalled on Dighton Municipal Court case.

RELEASED: Charles Bowers Jr. of Great Bend on Sedgwick County District warrant for possession of methamphetamine and possession of marijuana, after posting bond in the amount of $5,000 surety through Ace Bail Bonding.

RELEASED: Scott Ketch of Great Bend on Barton County District Court case for battery DV after posting $2,500 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonding.

St. Rose PAs share women’s health information at Senior Center

Posted on May 22, 2018May 21, 2018

BUSINESS NEWS

Two physician assistants (PAs) from St. Rose Health Center recently presented women’s health information to an audience at the Great Bend Senior Center, concentrating on suggestions for older women.

Kristin Babcock, St. Rose Family Medicine, shared advice about pap smears, breast and colon cancer, and immunizations. Jeanne Habash, Great Bend Internists, followed with information about osteoporosis. Because of the number of topics, Babcock and Habash presented just a few highlights about each.

A pap smear, which tests for cervical cancer, is not necessary over age 65 for those who had adequate prior screenings and are not at high risk. In addition, pap smears are not suggested for someone who had a hysterectomy with the removal of the cervix and who doesn’t have a history of high-grade pre-cancer or cervical cancer, Babcock noted.

The test should be continued if there is a history of cervical cancer; HIV infection; a weakened immune system; or exposure to DES, a synthetic form of estrogen.

In her breast-cancer discussion, Babcock emphasized that those with the BRCA gene mutation are much more likely to develop breast cancer. She also strongly suggested yearly mammograms beginning at age 40, self-exams and exams by a health-care provider.

While discussing colon cancer, Babcock said the biggest risk factors are age and family history. She recommended colonoscopies starting at age 50 for those of average risk – earlier for those at high risk. If pre-cancerous polyps are found, they are removed to prevent the cancer. While the disease does occur in younger people, 90 percent is diagnosed after age 50.

There are four immunizations that senior citizens should consider, Babcock said. The shingles vaccine is important for those 50 and older. A new vaccine called Shingrix is more effective at preventing shingles than the Zostavax vaccination.

“It just came out and even if you had the Zostavax vaccination earlier, it is important to consider getting the Shingrix vaccination,” Babcock said.

Other important immunizations are tetanus, influenza and pneumonia.

Habash concentrated on osteoporosis, a metabolic disorder that causes decreased bone mass. Bones become brittle and abnormally vulnerable to fracture. Type 1 usually affects women age 51-75, while Type II occurs most commonly between ages 70 and 85.

“Our goal is prevention in women and men,” Habash said. “It is typical to lose some bone density but it is never too late to help prevent further problems. Healthy foods, exercise and Vitamin D are strongly suggested.

“For example, fatty fish such as mackerel and tuna, and dairy products are recommended, along with calcium and Vitamin D. It is also good to be active by walking, dancing and climbing stairs. And avoid all carbonated beverages, limit alcohol and don’t smoke.”

Habash referred to osteoporosis as the “silent disease” and suggested a DEXA bone density test every couple of years. Symptoms may include back stiffness, joint pain or weakness.

The physician assistant noted there are medications available.

“We usually go with oral medications first but injections may be necessary at some point.”

101 overgrown vegetation cases in two weeks in Great Bend

Posted on May 21, 2018May 21, 2018

As of Monday morning, Great Bend Sanitarian Austin LaViolette says his department has dealt with 101 overgrown vegetation cases in a two-week span from May 7 to May 21. Some of those complaints were taken care of by the owner and others were handled by the City of Great Bend.

LaViolette says owners receive one notification by registered mail that they are in violation of city ordinance for overgrown vegetation. After ten days of receiving that notice, the City is allowed to mow the yard at the owner’s expense.

Austin LaViolette Audio

Great Bend City Ordinance states that vegetation has to be less than 12 inches tall for all commercial and residential properties. There is typically a $275 fee for property owners if the City has to mow the yard consisting of an administrative and labor expense.

Great Bend finds alternative to replacing a condemned bridge

Posted on May 21, 2018May 21, 2018

A condemned bridge east of the City of Great Bend caused a small legal snag, but after negotiations, the City of Great Bend has minimized the problem.

The bridge on Park Street was built in the 1930s over the Lischevsky Ditch to provide access to the real estate owned by the Dorothy Morrison Charitable Trust.

City Attorney Bob Suelter says when the bridge was condemned, it forced the farmer to cross Nels Lindberg’s property to access the land.

Bob Suelter Audio

Instead of replacing the bridge that would have cost in excess of $149,000, City staff and Mayor Joe Andrasek negotiated terms with Lindberg to purchase a piece of his land to create an easement for the farmer to cross.

Bob Suelter Audio

The piece of land is 40’ x 900’ and was approved for purchase from Lindberg for $25,000 plus miscellaneous costs including the expense of moving a fence. Suelter expected that City staff will eventually tear down the bridge.

Driver hospitalized after semi overturns in Pawnee County

Posted on May 21, 2018May 22, 2018

PAWNEE COUNTY — One person was injured in an accident just before 2p.m. Monday in Pawnee County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2012 Freightliner semi driven by Cornelius Peoples, 44, Independence, MO. was eastbound on K156 four miles east of Burdette.

The truck left the roadway onto the south shoulder. The driver corrected back on to the roadway, traveled left of center and overcorrected causing the vehicle and trailer to overturn. The truck slid to a stop blocking both lanes of traffic.

Peoples was transported to the hospital in Larned. He was properly restrained at the time of the accident, according to the KHP.

Barton men’s track & field team wins National Championship

Posted on May 21, 2018May 21, 2018

Last spring, the Barton Community College’s men’s track and field team finished second in the national championships to South Plains College. In March, the men’s squad took second again in the Indoor Championships, behind South Plains. This past Saturday, the Barton men got over the hump winning the 2018 NJCAA National Championship, beating South Plains for the title.

Coach Dave Schenek says it was nice to finally push through to win the school’s 56^th national championship.

Dave Schenek Audio

It was Barton’s first outdoor national championship since 2004, and their first overall since 2010 when they won the indoor title. The Barton women ended tied for 4^th at the Championships in El Dorado.

For Schenek, in his 9^th year as head coach, it is all about maintaining the success and getting another banner.

Dave Schenek Audio

Out of the 56 national championships won by Barton Community College, 55 of them come from track and field or cross country teams. Volleyball won the other national title in 2003.

Listen to Schenek’s entire interview Thursday, May 24 on Sports Day on 1590 AM and 97.7 FM beginning at 12:25 p.m.

Great Bend school district loads up on paper

Posted on May 21, 2018May 21, 2018

A school district, as you might imagine, goes through a lot of paper throughout the year. USD 428 in Great Bend is loading up on copy paper for the upcoming school year by purchasing over $18,000 worth from a business in Columbia, Missouri.

The bid request for 720 cartons of 8.5” x 11” copy paper and 40 cartons of 11” x 17” paper was sent to five vendors on May 9.

USD 428 Superintendent Khris Thexton says this year’s quote was cheaper than last year.

Khris Thexton Audio

The total price from Premier Paper is $18,056.80. That bid was approved over the two higher bids from Office Products, Inc. ($21,032) and Veritiv Operating Co. ($18,467.20). School Specialty and Quill did not submit bids.

Kansas man hospitalized after car rolls in Ellis County

Posted on May 21, 2018May 21, 2018

ELLIS COUNTY — One person was injured in an accident just after 9a.m. Monday in Ellis County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2005 Chrysler passenger vehicle driven by Cody B. Ambrister, 23, Norton, was northbound on 130^th four miles north of Ellis. The vehicle traveled off the right side of the roadway. The driver overcorrected. The vehicle crossed both lanes, entered the west ditch and overturned.

Ambrister was transported to Hays Medical Center. He was properly restrained at the time of the accident, according to the KHP.

Resolution will lower speed limits in the area of North Washington and Juco Road

Posted on May 21, 2018May 21, 2018

As expected, Barton County Commissioners Monday approved a speed limit change to a small section of North Washington Avenue in response to a fatality accident at the intersection of North Washington and Juco Road last month.

According to Barton County Engineer Barry McManaman, the 45-miles per hour speed limit will be extended one half mile north of the intersection on Washington. The resolution will also extend the speed limit one half mile to the west on NW 30 Road near the All Seasons Mobile Home Park, and 45 miles per hour between the intersection and Highway 281.

The speed limit is part of several safety improvements that were approved earlier by Commissioners.

Barry McManaman Audio

There still was a push Monday to make the intersection into a four-way stop.

Steve Weber, the stepfather of 18-year old Shealee Stover who died in that accident last month, presented the board with a petition that had 685 signatures urging Commissioners to stop traffic from all four directions.

Steve Weber Audio

Despite the petition, the board voted 4-0 to move forward with implementing the safety improvements that don’t include a four way stop.

Sheriff Brian Bellendir says his Office will wait for the improvements to be made before beginning selective enforcement in the area. Those enforcement efforts will include unmarked cars with officer’s utilizing hand held radar devices.