As a result of mass testing for COVID-19 at The Good Samaritan Society-Hays, one resident and two staff members have been identified as testing positive for the virus, Administrator Noe Gillespie said in a news release Friday.&nbsp;

"Good Samaritan Society–Hays continues to take extra precautions, and is using vigorous infection control measures while also working closely with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. The health, safety and well-being of our residents, staff and the community we serve remains our top priority."

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 </figure>As a result of mass testing for COVID-19 at The Good Samaritan Society-Hays, one resident and two staff members have been identified as testing positive for the virus, Administrator Noe Gillespie said in a news release Friday.&nbsp;"Good Samaritan Society–Hays continues to take extra precautions, and is using vigorous infection control measures while also working closely with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. The health, safety and well-being of our residents, staff and the community we serve remains our top priority."

One resident, two staff test positive for coronavirus at Good Sam

WAKEENEY — The Trego County Health Department reported a second death related to a cluster of COVID-19 cases.

The individual was a resident of Trego County Long Term Care.

The department also reported seven new cases of coronavirus since Tuesday, along with 15 recovered cases. There have been a total of 37 cases of COVID-19 reported in Trego County since reporting began.

WAKEENEY — The Trego County Health Department reported a second death related to a cluster of COVID-19 cases.The individual was a resident of Trego County Long Term Care.The department also reported seven new cases of coronavirus since Tuesday, along with 15 recovered cases. There have been a total of 37 cases of COVID-19 reported in Trego County since reporting began.Read the entire update below:<figure>
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One death, seven new cases of COVID-19 in Trego County

Ellis County K-12 COVID Response Group

As the Labor Day weekend approaches, the Ellis County Health Department along with the area public, private and post-secondary schools are sending an urgent reminder for residents of Ellis County. Please adhere to all mitigation measures, especially avoiding large gatherings.

Smart decisions this weekend and every day will assist in lowering the overall impact to Ellis County and allow all of our schools to continue with on-site learning.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Do avoid large gatherings. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Do social distance. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Do wash your hands frequently. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Do wear a mask if you cannot socially distance. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Do isolate immediately if you feel ill. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Do call your doctor for questions regarding your symptoms and testing. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Do continue to protect yourself, your loved ones, and the community.

The Ellis County K-12 COVID Response Group&nbsp;is made up of:&nbsp;Ellis County Health Department - HaysMed - FHSU - NCK Tech USD 489 Hays - USD 388 Ellis - USD 432 Victoria Holy Family Elementary - Thomas More Prep-Marian - St. Mary’s Catholic School

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 </figure>Ellis County K-12 COVID Response GroupAs the Labor Day weekend approaches, the Ellis County Health Department along with the area public, private and post-secondary schools are sending an urgent reminder for residents of Ellis County. Please adhere to all mitigation measures, especially avoiding large gatherings.Smart decisions this weekend and every day will assist in lowering the overall impact to Ellis County and allow all of our schools to continue with on-site learning.Those measures are listed below.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Do avoid large gatherings. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Do social distance. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Do wash your hands frequently. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Do wear a mask if you cannot socially distance. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Do isolate immediately if you feel ill. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Do call your doctor for questions regarding your symptoms and testing. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Do continue to protect yourself, your loved ones, and the community.The Ellis County K-12 COVID Response Group&nbsp;is made up of:&nbsp;Ellis County Health Department - HaysMed - FHSU - NCK Tech USD 489 Hays - USD 388 Ellis - USD 432 Victoria Holy Family Elementary - Thomas More Prep-Marian - St. Mary’s Catholic School

Schools, health agencies make plea for safe behavior this weekend

ELLIS — Ellis High School's Volleyball Senior Night will be Tuesday. 

Seniors will be recognized during the Ellis Triangular, which includes Ellis, Norton and Thomas More Prep-Marian. Matches begin at 4:30 p.m. at the EHS gymnasium.&nbsp; &nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/9/1599230512185.jpeg" alt="Pictured (from left): Kassidy Winter, daughter of Vic and Joan Winter; Abigail North, daughter of Travis and Ava North; Grace Eck, daughter of Mark and Sarah Eck; Chaselyn Jimenez, daughter of Jessica and Javi Jimenez; Tessa Cuccia, daughter of Abby Cuccia and Aaron and Jennifer Younger; Morgan Bittel, daughter of Brady Bittel and Tammy Rudd; Kaleigh Weber, daughter of Mark and Lisa Weber." />
 <figcaption>Pictured (from left): Kassidy Winter, daughter of Vic and Joan Winter; Abigail North, daughter of Travis and Ava North; Grace Eck, daughter of Mark and Sarah Eck; Chaselyn Jimenez, daughter of Jessica and Javi Jimenez; Tessa Cuccia, daughter of Abby Cuccia and Aaron and Jennifer Younger; Morgan Bittel, daughter of Brady Bittel and Tammy Rudd; Kaleigh Weber, daughter of Mark and Lisa Weber.</figcaption>
 </figure>ELLIS — Ellis High School's Volleyball Senior Night will be Tuesday. Seniors will be recognized during the Ellis Triangular, which includes Ellis, Norton and Thomas More Prep-Marian. Matches begin at 4:30 p.m. at the EHS gymnasium.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Ellis volleyball seniors will be honored next week

The August report of progress on various city of Hays projects was presented recently by Collin Bielser, assistant manager, to city commissioners.

Bielser noted the north Vine Street improvement project is about 14% complete, and the fire department has a new pumper fire truck, replacing a 1998 truck.

Hays PostThe August report of progress on various city of Hays projects was presented recently by Collin Bielser, assistant manager, to city commissioners.Bielser noted the north Vine Street improvement project is about 14% complete, and the fire department has a new pumper fire truck, replacing a 1998 truck.See below for more updates:<figure>
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🎥 August progress report for Hays projects

The Department of Water Resources has announced a water main break near the intersection of 15th and General Custer.

Workers responded to the leak shortly be 7 a.m.

There were two water main leaks in Hays Thursday.

A small leak occurred near 38th and Fairway about 8:30 p.m.&nbsp;

A large waterline break happened about noon near 27th and Walnut while a contractor was doing work in the area. 

All water customers north of 27th Street were affected during the repair and the street was closed .

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 </figure>By BECKY KISER Hays PostThe Department of Water Resources has announced a water main break near the intersection of 15th and General Custer.Workers responded to the leak shortly be 7 a.m.There were two water main leaks in Hays Thursday.A small leak occurred near 38th and Fairway about 8:30 p.m.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/9/1599223525487.jpeg" alt="A water line break caused by a contractor shut down 27th Street near&nbsp; Walnut&nbsp; Thursday afternoon. Water customers north of 27th were without service until the repairs were completed." />
 <figcaption>A water line break caused by a contractor shut down 27th Street near&nbsp; Walnut&nbsp; Thursday afternoon. Water customers north of 27th were without service until the repairs were completed.</figcaption>
 </figure>A large waterline break happened about noon near 27th and Walnut while a contractor was doing work in the area. All water customers north of 27th Street were affected during the repair and the street was closed .

Water leak repair underway at 15th and General Custer

By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays Post

Five more downtown Hays properties owned by Plainville businessman Chuck Comeau will be up for sheriff sale.

Emprise Bank has been granted foreclosures on properties at 1107, 1109, 1111 Main, 106 W. 12th streets as well as 110 W. 11th St. Bank of Hays is listed as a second mortgage holder on the properties.

The storefronts at 1107 Main St., 106 W. 12th St. and 110 W. 11th St. are vacant, while 1109 and 1111 Main St. are occupied by Couture for Men.

The sheriff's sale has been set for 10 a.m. Sept. 29 at the Ellis County Courthouse.

Tracts 1-3, 1107, 1109, 1111 Main and 106 W. 12th St. will be sold together, with 110 W. 11th St. being sold separately.

Court records indicate $495,311 is owed on tracts 1-3 and $130,244 is owed on tract 4.

<a href="https://archive.hayspost.com/2019/10/18/downtown-hays-business-owners-buy-comeau-properties/">Thirteen downtown Hays properties also owned by Comeau and his Liberty Group were sold at sheriff's sale in October.&nbsp;</a>

<a href="https://archive.hayspost.com/2019/04/17/dessin-fournir-subsidiaries-file-for-bankruptcy-comeau-properties-foreclosed/">Comeau’s furniture manufacturing company in Plainville, Dessin Fournir, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in April 2019.</a>

RELATED STORY:&nbsp;<a href="https://archive.hayspost.com/2019/07/12/comeau-discusses-fall-of-dessin-fournir/">Comeau discusses fall of Dessin Fournir</a>

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/9/1599150176791.jpeg" alt="1107, 1109, 1111 Main St in Hays will be up for sheriff's sale on Sept. 29. The properties were owned by&nbsp;Plainville businessman Charles Comeau's Liberty Group." />
 <figcaption>1107, 1109, 1111 Main St in Hays will be up for sheriff's sale on Sept. 29. The properties were owned by&nbsp;Plainville businessman Charles Comeau's Liberty Group.</figcaption>
 </figure>By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays PostFive more downtown Hays properties owned by Plainville businessman Chuck Comeau will be up for sheriff sale.Emprise Bank has been granted foreclosures on properties at 1107, 1109, 1111 Main, 106 W. 12th streets as well as 110 W. 11th St. Bank of Hays is listed as a second mortgage holder on the properties.The storefronts at 1107 Main St., 106 W. 12th St. and 110 W. 11th St. are vacant, while 1109 and 1111 Main St. are occupied by Couture for Men.The sheriff's sale has been set for 10 a.m. Sept. 29 at the Ellis County Courthouse.<figure>
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 </figure>Tracts 1-3, 1107, 1109, 1111 Main and 106 W. 12th St. will be sold together, with 110 W. 11th St. being sold separately.Court records indicate $495,311 is owed on tracts 1-3 and $130,244 is owed on tract 4.<figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://archive.hayspost.com/2019/10/18/downtown-hays-business-owners-buy-comeau-properties/">Thirteen downtown Hays properties also owned by Comeau and his Liberty Group were sold at sheriff's sale in October.&nbsp;</a><a href="https://archive.hayspost.com/2019/04/17/dessin-fournir-subsidiaries-file-for-bankruptcy-comeau-properties-foreclosed/">Comeau’s furniture manufacturing company in Plainville, Dessin Fournir, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in April 2019.</a>RELATED STORY:&nbsp;<a href="https://archive.hayspost.com/2019/07/12/comeau-discusses-fall-of-dessin-fournir/">Comeau discusses fall of Dessin Fournir</a>

More former Comeau properties up for sheriff's sale

The fourth annual Thunder on the Plains car show is set for Saturday, but while the event will still feature classic cars and food, like so much else in 2020, the event was impacted by COVID-19.

Normally, sponsors would donate throughout the year that would be given out to local charities and fund prizes for the car show.

"In the past four years, we have had the car show we have given away over $36,000 to local charities," said Jackie Lang, Thunder on the Plains organizer. "We love to do this, we love to have fun with it, we like to bring people together with the passion for their cars, trucks and motorcycles and have a good time with it. But at the heart of it all, we want to give back to the community."

However, this year, with so many struggling in the community as the pandemic has shut down businesses, Lang said they were hesitant to try to ask for donations.

"We didn't feel like it was right to go out and ask people to donate money when we knew people were struggling," she said.

Early donations already collected will be used to fund this year's show and remaining funds will be added to next year's collection that will be distributed to local charities.

Sponsors this year include Adams, Brown, Beran &amp; Ball, Chad Beiker Insurance, Dillons, Discovery Drilling, Dr. Mark Schupman, D.C., FHSUGasper Auto Trim &amp; Upholstery, Glassman, Bird, Brown &amp; Powell LLP, Hays Convention &amp; Visitors Bureau, Hess Corporation, Insurance Planning, Dr. Jeffery &amp; Connie Curtis, Lynn Kinderknecht DDS, Paul-Wertenberger Construction Inc., RockAuto.com and Auto World.

While fundraising efforts were curtailed this year, Lang was grateful to the sponsors that contributed.

"We could not do what we do without our sponsors and we hope that we will be back to normal next year, raising funds to give back to the community," Lang said.

Despite the challenges this year organizing the event, the Thunder on the Plains will still offer an opportunity for car aficionados to gather and enjoy cars and company.

"We decided to have the car show, but it was going to be a free car show," Lang said.

Without funds to give large prizes to category winners, they also decided to not charge entry fees.

Despite the change, she said the event should still be a fun way for people to gather and believes the turnout will generate a sizable turnout.

"We've heard as a group that there are a lot of people interested in coming," Lang said.

A few entries have been preregistered, but anyone wanting to participate can simply arrive Saturday morning.

"You can pull up the day of the show and park your car, that's no problem," Lang said. "Most of the cars come the day of the show and have not preregistered."

And while there will not be large prizes this year, drawing for small prizes will go on throughout the event.

This year's show will also feature a new event.

With the monthly Poker Runs organized by Thunder on the Plains curtailed this year, the decision was made to add one to the show.

Five stops will make up the Poker Run, including the park and will cost $5 a card.

Carrico Implement, Bruckner's Mack &amp; Volvo, Doonan Truck and the Rose Garden will be stops during the Poker Run.

The car show will run from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and the poker run will start at 1 p.m. Drawings for the poker run are set at 3:30 p.m.

For more information about the Thunder on the Plains car show, visit their website&nbsp;<a href="http://thunderontheplainsks.com">thunderontheplainsks.com</a>&nbsp;or their F<a href="https://www.facebook.com/thunderontheplainsks/">acebook page.</a>

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/9/1599072426200.jpeg" alt="A group of Thunder on the Plains attendees talking during the 2019 show." />
 <figcaption>A group of Thunder on the Plains attendees talking during the 2019 show.</figcaption>
 </figure>By JAMES BELL Hays PostThe fourth annual Thunder on the Plains car show is set for Saturday, but while the event will still feature classic cars and food, like so much else in 2020, the event was impacted by COVID-19.Normally, sponsors would donate throughout the year that would be given out to local charities and fund prizes for the car show."In the past four years, we have had the car show we have given away over $36,000 to local charities," said Jackie Lang, Thunder on the Plains organizer. "We love to do this, we love to have fun with it, we like to bring people together with the passion for their cars, trucks and motorcycles and have a good time with it. But at the heart of it all, we want to give back to the community."However, this year, with so many struggling in the community as the pandemic has shut down businesses, Lang said they were hesitant to try to ask for donations."We didn't feel like it was right to go out and ask people to donate money when we knew people were struggling," she said.Early donations already collected will be used to fund this year's show and remaining funds will be added to next year's collection that will be distributed to local charities.Sponsors this year include Adams, Brown, Beran &amp; Ball, Chad Beiker Insurance, Dillons, Discovery Drilling, Dr. Mark Schupman, D.C., FHSUGasper Auto Trim &amp; Upholstery, Glassman, Bird, Brown &amp; Powell LLP, Hays Convention &amp; Visitors Bureau, Hess Corporation, Insurance Planning, Dr. Jeffery &amp; Connie Curtis, Lynn Kinderknecht DDS, Paul-Wertenberger Construction Inc., RockAuto.com and Auto World.While fundraising efforts were curtailed this year, Lang was grateful to the sponsors that contributed."We could not do what we do without our sponsors and we hope that we will be back to normal next year, raising funds to give back to the community," Lang said.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/9/1599072437941.jpeg" alt="Thunder on the Plains, 2019" />
 <figcaption>Thunder on the Plains, 2019</figcaption>
 </figure><h2>The show must go on</h2>Despite the challenges this year organizing the event, the Thunder on the Plains will still offer an opportunity for car aficionados to gather and enjoy cars and company."We decided to have the car show, but it was going to be a free car show," Lang said.Without funds to give large prizes to category winners, they also decided to not charge entry fees.Despite the change, she said the event should still be a fun way for people to gather and believes the turnout will generate a sizable turnout."We've heard as a group that there are a lot of people interested in coming," Lang said.A few entries have been preregistered, but anyone wanting to participate can simply arrive Saturday morning."You can pull up the day of the show and park your car, that's no problem," Lang said. "Most of the cars come the day of the show and have not preregistered."And while there will not be large prizes this year, drawing for small prizes will go on throughout the event.This year's show will also feature a new event.With the monthly Poker Runs organized by Thunder on the Plains curtailed this year, the decision was made to add one to the show.Five stops will make up the Poker Run, including the park and will cost $5 a card.Carrico Implement, Bruckner's Mack &amp; Volvo, Doonan Truck and the Rose Garden will be stops during the Poker Run.The car show will run from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and the poker run will start at 1 p.m. Drawings for the poker run are set at 3:30 p.m.For more information about the Thunder on the Plains car show, visit their website&nbsp;<a href="http://thunderontheplainsks.com">thunderontheplainsks.com</a>&nbsp;or their F<a href="https://www.facebook.com/thunderontheplainsks/">acebook page.</a>&nbsp;

Thunder on the Plains set for Saturday

LAWRENCE — The names of more than 4,700 graduates from the University of Kansas this spring — representing 87 Kansas counties; 49 other states, territories, and Washington, D.C.; and 53 other countries — have been announced by the University Registrar.&nbsp;

Many spring and summer 2020 graduates celebrated their accomplishments as part of the virtual&nbsp;2020 Commencement.&nbsp;Names of summer 2020 graduates will be published in the fall, and not all graduates elect to have their names published by KU News Service.

The university is&nbsp;planning an in-person&nbsp;<a href="https://chancellor.ku.edu/news/2020/jul29">Commencement event</a>&nbsp;in May 2021 for the Class of 2020.

Brett Christopher Chrisler, Hays, Master of Science in Atmospheric Science   

Kellye Ann Coen, Hays, Master of Social Work   

Madison Elizabeth Crees, Hays, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Bachelor of Arts in Human Sexuality   

Taylor Ann Dinkel, Hays, Bachelor of Arts in English and Bachelor of Arts in Psychology   

John T Drees, Hays, Bachelor of Science in Secondary Level Education and Bachelor of General Studies in History   

Kayelee Fokken, Hays, Master of Social Work   

Zachary M Gaughan, Hays, Doctor of Medicine   

Sadie Michelle Gilbert, Hays, Master of Social Work   

Carrie Rose Goetz, Hays, Master of Social Work   

Katherine Huelsman, Hays, Master of Social Work   

Samantha Elizabeth Kelly, Hays, Master of Social Work   

Amanda Jean Koenigsman, Hays, Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training   

Jordyn Manhart, Hays, Bachelor of Arts in Dance   

Cecily Nicole Miller, Hays, Master of Social Work   

Tanner B Moore, Hays, Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Studies   

Gage Alynn Phillips, Hays, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science   

Trenton Riley Potter, Hays, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science   

Dylan P Schumacher, Hays, Doctor of Medicine   

Katelyn Ann Schumacher, Hays, Master of Public Health   

Garrett Charles Stoecklein, Hays, Doctor of Pharmacy   

Daniel Ray Williams, Hays, Master of Social Work   

Ryan J Wooldridge, Hays, Doctor of Pharmacy   

Fengxue Zhang, Hays, Bachelor of Arts in Political Science  

Natalie N Bethel, Schoenchen, Doctor of Pharmacy 

Madisyn D Gerhardt, Victoria, Bachelor of Science in Health Info Management   

Alisha Otter, Victoria, Master of Social Work   

Crystal Lee Schumacher, Victoria, Master of Social Work   

Stacy Lynn Scheetz, New Almelo, Master of Social Work   

Jacob P Mizell, Norton, Master of Social Work 

Shelby Lynn Mulford, Norton, Bachelor of Arts in Economics     

Taber Lynn Patee, Osborne, Master of Social Work 

Logan Cyril Kiser, Logan, Doctor of Pharmacy   

Brittni Dawn Groothoff, Phillipsburg, Bachelor of General Studies in Anthropology   

Wyatt A Ratzlaff, Phillipsburg, Bachelor of Arts in Microbiology   

Stephen S Sage, Phillipsburg, Doctor of Pharmacy   

Elizabeth Benoit, Damar, Master of Occupational Therapy   

Sadie Jo Louise Arnet, Russell, Master of Social Work   

Tanya Kay Becker, Russell, Master of Social Work   

Jill Marie Schulte, Russell, Bachelor of Science in Nursing  

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 </figure>KU News ServiceLAWRENCE — The names of more than 4,700 graduates from the University of Kansas this spring — representing 87 Kansas counties; 49 other states, territories, and Washington, D.C.; and 53 other countries — have been announced by the University Registrar.&nbsp;Many spring and summer 2020 graduates celebrated their accomplishments as part of the virtual&nbsp;2020 Commencement.&nbsp;Names of summer 2020 graduates will be published in the fall, and not all graduates elect to have their names published by KU News Service.The university is&nbsp;planning an in-person&nbsp;<a href="https://chancellor.ku.edu/news/2020/jul29">Commencement event</a>&nbsp;in May 2021 for the Class of 2020.Northwest Kansas graduates include:<h2>ELLIS </h2>Jenna Ball, Hays, Doctor of Medicine Brett Christopher Chrisler, Hays, Master of Science in Atmospheric Science Kellye Ann Coen, Hays, Master of Social Work Madison Elizabeth Crees, Hays, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Bachelor of Arts in Human Sexuality Taylor Ann Dinkel, Hays, Bachelor of Arts in English and Bachelor of Arts in Psychology John T Drees, Hays, Bachelor of Science in Secondary Level Education and Bachelor of General Studies in History Kayelee Fokken, Hays, Master of Social Work Zachary M Gaughan, Hays, Doctor of Medicine Sadie Michelle Gilbert, Hays, Master of Social Work Carrie Rose Goetz, Hays, Master of Social Work Katherine Huelsman, Hays, Master of Social Work Samantha Elizabeth Kelly, Hays, Master of Social Work Amanda Jean Koenigsman, Hays, Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training Emily K Leiker, Hays, Juris Doctor Jordyn Manhart, Hays, Bachelor of Arts in Dance Cecily Nicole Miller, Hays, Master of Social Work Tanner B Moore, Hays, Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Studies Gage Alynn Phillips, Hays, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Trenton Riley Potter, Hays, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Dylan P Schumacher, Hays, Doctor of Medicine Katelyn Ann Schumacher, Hays, Master of Public Health Garrett Charles Stoecklein, Hays, Doctor of Pharmacy Daniel Ray Williams, Hays, Master of Social Work Ryan J Wooldridge, Hays, Doctor of Pharmacy Fengxue Zhang, Hays, Bachelor of Arts in Political Science Natalie N Bethel, Schoenchen, Doctor of Pharmacy Madisyn D Gerhardt, Victoria, Bachelor of Science in Health Info Management Alisha Otter, Victoria, Master of Social Work Crystal Lee Schumacher, Victoria, Master of Social Work <h2>NORTON </h2>Stacy Lynn Scheetz, New Almelo, Master of Social Work Jacob P Mizell, Norton, Master of Social Work Shelby Lynn Mulford, Norton, Bachelor of Arts in Economics <h2>OSBORNE </h2>Taber Lynn Patee, Osborne, Master of Social Work <h2>PHILLIPS </h2>Logan Cyril Kiser, Logan, Doctor of Pharmacy Brittni Dawn Groothoff, Phillipsburg, Bachelor of General Studies in Anthropology Wyatt A Ratzlaff, Phillipsburg, Bachelor of Arts in Microbiology Stephen S Sage, Phillipsburg, Doctor of Pharmacy <h2>ROOKS </h2>Elizabeth Benoit, Damar, Master of Occupational Therapy <h2>RUSSELL </h2>Sadie Jo Louise Arnet, Russell, Master of Social Work Tanya Kay Becker, Russell, Master of Social Work Jill Marie Schulte, Russell, Bachelor of Science in Nursing

NW Kan. students among spring 2020 grads at KU

Fort Hays State University’s police department will receive a donation of KN95 masks from Wichita-based Air Capital Distribution, LLC. The masks will be made available – at no cost – to at-risk individuals, at the university’s Student Health Center.

Chief&nbsp;Ed Howell&nbsp;of the Fort Hays State University Police Department learned about the availability of the masks through the&nbsp;Kansas Association of Chiefs of Police and decided to pursue securing a supply of these masks to assist in the university’s COVID-19 response efforts.&nbsp;

“The Fort Hays State University Police Department is grateful for the tremendous donation of the masks. These will greatly assist the university’s COVID-19 response efforts. This is a win-win situation for those at-risk populations and really for everyone in our campus community,” Howell said.

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 </figure>FHSU University RelationsFort Hays State University’s police department will receive a donation of KN95 masks from Wichita-based Air Capital Distribution, LLC. The masks will be made available – at no cost – to at-risk individuals, at the university’s Student Health Center.Chief&nbsp;Ed Howell&nbsp;of the Fort Hays State University Police Department learned about the availability of the masks through the&nbsp;Kansas Association of Chiefs of Police and decided to pursue securing a supply of these masks to assist in the university’s COVID-19 response efforts.&nbsp;“The Fort Hays State University Police Department is grateful for the tremendous donation of the masks. These will greatly assist the university’s COVID-19 response efforts. This is a win-win situation for those at-risk populations and really for everyone in our campus community,” Howell said.

FHSU police department receives mask donation

Three-day weather outlook

By Ron Wilson, director of the Huck Boyd National Institute for Rural Development at Kansas State University&nbsp;

“Shoot for the stars.” That can be inspiring advice. Today we’ll meet a young woman from rural Kansas who followed that advice - not just as a dream, but as a career. Thanks to the K-Stater magazine, the K-State Alumni Association, and writer Ashley Pauls for this story.&nbsp;

Kristine Larson Davis is a spacesuit engineer at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston. She grew up at Galva in McPherson County. As a kid, she looked up at the stars and dreamed about exploring the universe.&nbsp;

Her parents would often take her to the Cosmosphere space museum in Hutchinson.&nbsp;&nbsp;That museum helped make the wonders of the universe feel just a little bit closer. In middle school, she had the opportunity to attend space camp and heard that one of the best ways to work at NASA was to become an engineer.&nbsp;

“I loved space and decided then I wanted to become a mechanical engineer to work for NASA one day,” Kristine said. “I carried that goal through high school and college, and it helped me get to where I am today.”&nbsp;

Kristine came to K-State where she earned a degree in mechanical engineering and a minor in leadership studies. She enjoyed participating in organizations such as the&nbsp;Society of Women Engineers and attended several of the society’s annual conferences across the country.&nbsp;“It was so inspiring to see so many successful women in engineering, and all the opportunities available to me,” Kristine said.&nbsp;

She also studied abroad at Czech Technical University her sophomore year. She said the experience opened her eyes to other cultures and really pushed her out of her comfort zone.&nbsp;

“I will never forget all the long hours spent in the College of Engineering Library, and mechanical engineering computer labs,” Kristine said. “I made lifelong friends during those late nights.”&nbsp;

While at K-State, she learned about NASA’s Pathways Program which provides an opportunity to work and explore space-related careers while still in school. Kristine did four internship rotations with&nbsp;Johnson Space Center and started full-time there after graduating in December 2015.&nbsp;

Today, Kristine Larson Davis is a spacesuit engineer at NASA, helping to prepare for the Artemis missions. The goal of the NASA Artemis program is to land the first woman and next&nbsp;man on the moon by 2024, eventually taking “the next&nbsp;giant leap,” which is sending astronauts to Mars.&nbsp;

Specifically, Kristine is working on elements of the pressure garment of the Exploration Extravehicular Mobility Unit which will serve as the spacesuit for the Artemis missions.&nbsp;

“My tasks range from project management and systems engineering, to testing hardware and understanding how well it works for our future astronauts,” Kristine said. “I love that I get to work&nbsp;on the Artemis spacesuit, which will enable future exploration.&nbsp;My favorite days are when I get to be the test subject,&nbsp;and experience what it is like to be in a pressurized spacesuit.”&nbsp;

Recently, Davis had the opportunity to lead a test series of a prototype spacesuit in the Neutral Buoyancy Lab (NBL). The NBL is an astronaut training facility and neutral buoyancy pool that helps simulate the microgravity astronauts encounter in space.&nbsp;

“As test lead, I had to get all the support equipment ready, work through all the paperwork and safety reviews, schedule and then execute each test,” Kristine said. “It felt great when we finished up our last NBL run, and completed a safe, successful test series.”&nbsp;

“I hope that after the 2024 Artemis missions, NASA continues to grow humanity’s presence in our solar system with longer-term missions on the moon and one day, a mission to Mars,” she said.&nbsp;

It’s exciting to see such vision from a young woman from the rural community of Galva, Kansas, population 870 people. Now, that’s rural.&nbsp;

For more stories, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.k-state.com/">www.k-state.com</a>.&nbsp;

Shoot for the stars. That is inspiring advice to a young person such as Kristine Larson Davis. We commend Kristine for making a difference by pursuing this remarkable career in engineering and space science. She’s even helping make a spacesuit for the stars.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure> By Ron Wilson, director of the Huck Boyd National Institute for Rural Development at Kansas State University&nbsp;“Shoot for the stars.” That can be inspiring advice. Today we’ll meet a young woman from rural Kansas who followed that advice - not just as a dream, but as a career. Thanks to the K-Stater magazine, the K-State Alumni Association, and writer Ashley Pauls for this story.&nbsp;Kristine Larson Davis is a spacesuit engineer at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston. She grew up at Galva in McPherson County. As a kid, she looked up at the stars and dreamed about exploring the universe.&nbsp;Her parents would often take her to the Cosmosphere space museum in Hutchinson.&nbsp;&nbsp;That museum helped make the wonders of the universe feel just a little bit closer. In middle school, she had the opportunity to attend space camp and heard that one of the best ways to work at NASA was to become an engineer.&nbsp;“I loved space and decided then I wanted to become a mechanical engineer to work for NASA one day,” Kristine said. “I carried that goal through high school and college, and it helped me get to where I am today.”&nbsp;Kristine came to K-State where she earned a degree in mechanical engineering and a minor in leadership studies. She enjoyed participating in organizations such as the&nbsp;Society of Women Engineers and attended several of the society’s annual conferences across the country.&nbsp;“It was so inspiring to see so many successful women in engineering, and all the opportunities available to me,” Kristine said.&nbsp;She also studied abroad at Czech Technical University her sophomore year. She said the experience opened her eyes to other cultures and really pushed her out of her comfort zone.&nbsp;“I will never forget all the long hours spent in the College of Engineering Library, and mechanical engineering computer labs,” Kristine said. “I made lifelong friends during those late nights.”&nbsp;While at K-State, she learned about NASA’s Pathways Program which provides an opportunity to work and explore space-related careers while still in school. Kristine did four internship rotations with&nbsp;Johnson Space Center and started full-time there after graduating in December 2015.&nbsp;Today, Kristine Larson Davis is a spacesuit engineer at NASA, helping to prepare for the Artemis missions. The goal of the NASA Artemis program is to land the first woman and next&nbsp;man on the moon by 2024, eventually taking “the next&nbsp;giant leap,” which is sending astronauts to Mars.&nbsp;Specifically, Kristine is working on elements of the pressure garment of the Exploration Extravehicular Mobility Unit which will serve as the spacesuit for the Artemis missions.&nbsp;“My tasks range from project management and systems engineering, to testing hardware and understanding how well it works for our future astronauts,” Kristine said. “I love that I get to work&nbsp;on the Artemis spacesuit, which will enable future exploration.&nbsp;My favorite days are when I get to be the test subject,&nbsp;and experience what it is like to be in a pressurized spacesuit.”&nbsp;Recently, Davis had the opportunity to lead a test series of a prototype spacesuit in the Neutral Buoyancy Lab (NBL). The NBL is an astronaut training facility and neutral buoyancy pool that helps simulate the microgravity astronauts encounter in space.&nbsp;“As test lead, I had to get all the support equipment ready, work through all the paperwork and safety reviews, schedule and then execute each test,” Kristine said. “It felt great when we finished up our last NBL run, and completed a safe, successful test series.”&nbsp;“I hope that after the 2024 Artemis missions, NASA continues to grow humanity’s presence in our solar system with longer-term missions on the moon and one day, a mission to Mars,” she said.&nbsp;It’s exciting to see such vision from a young woman from the rural community of Galva, Kansas, population 870 people. Now, that’s rural.&nbsp;For more stories, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.k-state.com/">www.k-state.com</a>.&nbsp;Shoot for the stars. That is inspiring advice to a young person such as Kristine Larson Davis. We commend Kristine for making a difference by pursuing this remarkable career in engineering and space science. She’s even helping make a spacesuit for the stars.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Now That’s Rural: Kristine Larson Davis, space engineer 

ROOKS COUNTY —One person died in an accident just after 7p.m. Thursday in Rooks County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2004 Chevy Silverado driven by Alec Hrabe, 57, Stockton, was eastbound on K Terrace, one mile west of U.S. 183, one mile south of Stockton.

The driver lost control on a curve. The pickup entered the north ditch, hit a washout, slid sideways, rolled onto its side and ejected the driver.

Hrabe was pronounced dead at the scene and was transported to&nbsp;Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home. He was not wearing a seat belt, according to the KHP.

ROOKS COUNTY —One person died in an accident just after 7p.m. Thursday in Rooks County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2004 Chevy Silverado driven by Alec Hrabe, 57, Stockton, was eastbound on K Terrace, one mile west of U.S. 183, one mile south of Stockton.The driver lost control on a curve. The pickup entered the north ditch, hit a washout, slid sideways, rolled onto its side and ejected the driver.Hrabe was pronounced dead at the scene and was transported to&nbsp;Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home. He was not wearing a seat belt, according to the KHP.

Man from Stockton dies after pickup rollover crash

GREAT BEND —The Barton County Health Department has identified a positive case of COVID-19 involving a person who was at Maria’s Mexican Grill in Great Bend on Monday, August 24 through Wednesday August 26, 2020, according to a media release.

 Individuals who visited Maria’s Mexican Grill on those dates may have been exposed to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

The Barton County Health Department encourages those who were at the restaurant during the identified days and times to monitor themselves for symptoms of COVID-19 for 14 days. Symptoms include fever, cough, chills, muscle pain, sore throat, new loss of taste or smell, fatigue, diarrhea, and/or shortness of breath/difficulty breathing.

If symptoms develop, please stay home and contact your health care provider for guidance on testing. In an emergency, please call 911 and notify first responders that you were potentially exposed to COVID-19 and, if possible, wear a cloth face mask before they arrive.

GREAT BEND —The Barton County Health Department has identified a positive case of COVID-19 involving a person who was at Maria’s Mexican Grill in Great Bend on Monday, August 24 through Wednesday August 26, 2020, according to a media release. Individuals who visited Maria’s Mexican Grill on those dates may have been exposed to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).The Barton County Health Department encourages those who were at the restaurant during the identified days and times to monitor themselves for symptoms of COVID-19 for 14 days. Symptoms include fever, cough, chills, muscle pain, sore throat, new loss of taste or smell, fatigue, diarrhea, and/or shortness of breath/difficulty breathing.If symptoms develop, please stay home and contact your health care provider for guidance on testing. In an emergency, please call 911 and notify first responders that you were potentially exposed to COVID-19 and, if possible, wear a cloth face mask before they arrive.

Possible COVID-19 exposure at Great Bend restaurant

The Hays High football team opens the 2020 season on the road in Goddard as they take on the Eisenhower Tigers.

Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. with the pregame show at 6:30 p.m.

You can also listen to the game on <a href="https://radio.securenetsystems.net/cwa/KFIX">96.9 KFIX</a>.

The Hays High football team opens the 2020 season on the road in Goddard as they take on the Eisenhower Tigers.Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. with the pregame show at 6:30 p.m.<div><iframe width="750" height="672" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/SCjE0BJioqM" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>You can also listen to the game on <a href="https://radio.securenetsystems.net/cwa/KFIX">96.9 KFIX</a>.

🏈 WATCH Hays High at Goddard-Eisenhower

The questionnaire can be found at&nbsp;<a href="https://form.jotform.com/202094713357151" target="_blank">https://form.jotform.com/202094713357151</a>.

<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/78efda09-b875-4ca4-9ba4-d0c27a2551f5">To read more about the program click here.</a>

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<div><iframe title="Hays Chamber insurance questionnaire window open" height="400" width="400" style="border: none;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/media/player/r8hm2-e9be98?from=pb6admin&download=1&version=1&vjs=1&auto=1&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Helvetica&skin=3&pfauth="></iframe></div>The questionnaire can be found at&nbsp;<a href="https://form.jotform.com/202094713357151" target="_blank">https://form.jotform.com/202094713357151</a>.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/78efda09-b875-4ca4-9ba4-d0c27a2551f5">To read more about the program click here.</a><a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/5dd2f46c897d147ad4bb104b">To find out more about The Post Podcast, or subscribe to mobile&nbsp;</a><a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/5dd2f46c897d147ad4bb104b">notifications click here.</a>

🎙 Post Podcast: Hays Chamber insurance questionnaire window open

At approximately noon Thursday, the City of Hays experienced a waterline break near 27th and Walnut while a contractor was doing work in the area. 

This waterline affects all service areas north of 27th.
 Staff is trying to isolate the leak, therefore residents and businesses
 may experience lower than normal water pressure north of 27th. 

27th Street
 will be closed between Hillcrest and Walnut streets and will remain 
closed until further notice. The traveling public is asked to avoid the 
area at this time.&nbsp;

City of HaysAt approximately noon Thursday, the City of Hays experienced a waterline break near 27th and Walnut while a contractor was doing work in the area. This waterline affects all service areas north of 27th.
 Staff is trying to isolate the leak, therefore residents and businesses
 may experience lower than normal water pressure north of 27th. 27th Street
 will be closed between Hillcrest and Walnut streets and will remain 
closed until further notice. The traveling public is asked to avoid the 
area at this time.&nbsp;

Waterline break forces closure of portion of 27th Street

A total of 706 students completed associate, bachelor’s or graduate degrees at Fort Hays State University in the summer 2020 term.

Graduates are listed with their degrees and majors and, in parentheses, areas of concentration. The university conferred 169 graduate degrees (master’s, Education Specialist and Doctor of Nursing Practice degrees), 526 bachelor’s degrees, and 11 associate degrees. Of those, one student graduated with two degrees. Graduates who requested privacy are included in the count but omitted from this listing.

FHSU does not release degree lists until transcripts have been verified as having met all requirements for graduation.

The complete list of summer 2020 graduates of Fort Hays State University can be viewed at:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fhsu.edu/news/2020/09/fort-hays-state-university-announces-summer-2020-graduates">https://www.fhsu.edu/news/2020/09/fort-hays-state-university-announces-summer-2020-graduates</a>

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 </figure>FHSU University RelationsA total of 706 students completed associate, bachelor’s or graduate degrees at Fort Hays State University in the summer 2020 term.Graduates are listed with their degrees and majors and, in parentheses, areas of concentration. The university conferred 169 graduate degrees (master’s, Education Specialist and Doctor of Nursing Practice degrees), 526 bachelor’s degrees, and 11 associate degrees. Of those, one student graduated with two degrees. Graduates who requested privacy are included in the count but omitted from this listing.FHSU does not release degree lists until transcripts have been verified as having met all requirements for graduation.The complete list of summer 2020 graduates of Fort Hays State University can be viewed at:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fhsu.edu/news/2020/09/fort-hays-state-university-announces-summer-2020-graduates">https://www.fhsu.edu/news/2020/09/fort-hays-state-university-announces-summer-2020-graduates</a>

Fort Hays State University announces summer 2020 graduates

TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has issued a Nitrate Advisory
for the city of Lucas public water supply system in Russell County.
Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice:


➢ DO NOT GIVE THE WATER TO INFANTS. Infants below the age of six months who drink
water containing nitrate higher than the maximum contaminant level (MCL) could become
seriously ill and, if untreated, may die.


• Juice, formula and food for children under six months of age should not be prepared with tap
water. Bottled water or other water low in nitrates should be used for infants until further
notice.


➢ DO NOT BOIL THE WATER. Boiling, freezing, filtering, or letting water stand does not reduce
the nitrate level. Excessive boiling can make the nitrates more concentrated, because nitrates
remain behind when the water evaporates.


➢ ADULTS AND CHILDREN older than six months can drink the tap water (nitrate is a concern
for infants because they can’t process nitrates in the same way adults can). However, if you are
pregnant or have specific health concerns, you may wish to consult your doctor.


The city will provide free of charge an alternate source of drinking water for all infants less than six
months of age, pregnant women, and other at-risk customers as identified by a health care provider.
Alternate water will be available for customer pick-up at the Home Oil and Service Convenience Store,
5499 Hwy 18. Residents must present a coupon from the City of Lucas in order to receive the bottled
water. Coupons are available at the Lucas Civic Center, 201 S. Main.


The advisory took effect on September 3 and will remain in effect until the conditions that placed the
system at risk of contamination are resolved. Only KDHE can rescind this Nitrate Advisory following
testing at a certified laboratory.


If you have questions, please contact the City of Lucas at (785) 525-6425 or you may call KDHE at (785)
296-5514. For consumer information please visit KDHE’s PWS Consumer Information webpage:
http://www.kdheks.gov/pws/emergencyresponse/water_disruption.htm


Restaurants and other food establishments that have questions about the impact of this Nitrate Advisory
on their business can contact the Kansas Department of Agriculture’s food safety &amp; lodging program at
kda.fsl@ks.gov or call 785-564-6767.


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 </figure>KDHETOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has issued a Nitrate Advisory
for the city of Lucas public water supply system in Russell County.
Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice:
➢ DO NOT GIVE THE WATER TO INFANTS. Infants below the age of six months who drink
water containing nitrate higher than the maximum contaminant level (MCL) could become
seriously ill and, if untreated, may die.
• Juice, formula and food for children under six months of age should not be prepared with tap
water. Bottled water or other water low in nitrates should be used for infants until further
notice.
➢ DO NOT BOIL THE WATER. Boiling, freezing, filtering, or letting water stand does not reduce
the nitrate level. Excessive boiling can make the nitrates more concentrated, because nitrates
remain behind when the water evaporates.
➢ ADULTS AND CHILDREN older than six months can drink the tap water (nitrate is a concern
for infants because they can’t process nitrates in the same way adults can). However, if you are
pregnant or have specific health concerns, you may wish to consult your doctor.
The city will provide free of charge an alternate source of drinking water for all infants less than six
months of age, pregnant women, and other at-risk customers as identified by a health care provider.
Alternate water will be available for customer pick-up at the Home Oil and Service Convenience Store,
5499 Hwy 18. Residents must present a coupon from the City of Lucas in order to receive the bottled
water. Coupons are available at the Lucas Civic Center, 201 S. Main.
The advisory took effect on September 3 and will remain in effect until the conditions that placed the
system at risk of contamination are resolved. Only KDHE can rescind this Nitrate Advisory following
testing at a certified laboratory.
If you have questions, please contact the City of Lucas at (785) 525-6425 or you may call KDHE at (785)
296-5514. For consumer information please visit KDHE’s PWS Consumer Information webpage:
http://www.kdheks.gov/pws/emergencyresponse/water_disruption.htm
Restaurants and other food establishments that have questions about the impact of this Nitrate Advisory
on their business can contact the Kansas Department of Agriculture’s food safety &amp; lodging program at
kda.fsl@ks.gov or call 785-564-6767.

Nitrate advisory issued for city of Lucas public water supply

This week, we visit with FHSU Hall of Fame quarterback Robert Long who played from 1982-85. 

The Macon, Mo., product still ranks second in career pass attempts and is third in career passing yards and completions and is tied for third in career passing touchdowns — records that stood for over 25 years.

His 458 pass attempts in the 1985 season still tops the record books as the most in a single-season in FHSU history and his 63 pass attempts vs. Pittsburg State during the 1983 season is still the most by a Tiger in a single game as is his 465 passing yards vs. then Kearney State in 1985.

This week, we visit with FHSU Hall of Fame quarterback Robert Long who played from 1982-85. The Macon, Mo., product still ranks second in career pass attempts and is third in career passing yards and completions and is tied for third in career passing touchdowns — records that stood for over 25 years.His 458 pass attempts in the 1985 season still tops the record books as the most in a single-season in FHSU history and his 63 pass attempts vs. Pittsburg State during the 1983 season is still the most by a Tiger in a single game as is his 465 passing yards vs. then Kearney State in 1985.<div><iframe title="Robert Long" height="400" width="400" style="border: none;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/media/player/xx272-ea0a2a?from=pb6admin&download=1&version=1&vjs=1&auto=0&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Helvetica&skin=7&pfauth="></iframe></div>

🎧 Defend the Fort Podcast: Robert Long

Dr. Christianna Pruden, instructor of management at Fort Hays State University, has been recognized as the 2019-20 Robbins College of Business and Entrepreneurship (RCOBE) Faculty of the Year.

Pruden is entering her third year of teaching in the Department of Management. Dr. Rick Edgeman, department chair, refers to Pruden’s award as “a richly deserved honor.” He says “Dr. Pruden is well-known by both her students and colleagues alike for an exceptional blend of rigor and responsiveness, compassion and care, patience and persistence, dedication, and her ability to inspire students in the classroom.

“At a university well known for its exceptional teaching, Dr. Pruden is one of the best-of-the-best,” Edgeman said. “Her students, along with her colleagues in the Department of Management, the Robbins College of Business and Entrepreneurship, and Fort Hays State University are fortunate to be alongside Dr. Pruden in their quest for knowledge.”

The RCOBE Faculty of the Year award process for 2019-20 was designed and implemented by students majoring in business through a survey tool. A survey was first administered to the RCOBE student population to gather nominations, followed by a second survey to narrow down finalists. Pruden received the highest number of final votes on the survey.

Students who participated in the survey had many positive examples to share on how Pruden has impacted their educational journeys. One student commented “Dr. Pruden showed up every day with a smile and a positive attitude. When transitioning to online classes in spring 2020, Dr. Pruden handled the situation exceptionally. She was always available for one-on-one Zoom meetings.”

Several students shared examples of how Pruden consistently brings a positive energy to her classes, has a knack for teaching difficult concepts in a way that students can relate to, and truly cares about student success. One such student commented that “Dr. Pruden inspired me in so many ways this past year. I learned a lot and felt like she really invests in her students.”

“Dr. Christianna Pruden is one of our best and most popular instructors,” said Dr. Muhammad Chishty, dean of the Robbins College of Business and Entrepreneurship. “She is the perfect recipient of the RCOBE Faculty-of-the-Year Award.”

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 </figure>FHSU University RelationsDr. Christianna Pruden, instructor of management at Fort Hays State University, has been recognized as the 2019-20 Robbins College of Business and Entrepreneurship (RCOBE) Faculty of the Year.Pruden is entering her third year of teaching in the Department of Management. Dr. Rick Edgeman, department chair, refers to Pruden’s award as “a richly deserved honor.” He says “Dr. Pruden is well-known by both her students and colleagues alike for an exceptional blend of rigor and responsiveness, compassion and care, patience and persistence, dedication, and her ability to inspire students in the classroom.“At a university well known for its exceptional teaching, Dr. Pruden is one of the best-of-the-best,” Edgeman said. “Her students, along with her colleagues in the Department of Management, the Robbins College of Business and Entrepreneurship, and Fort Hays State University are fortunate to be alongside Dr. Pruden in their quest for knowledge.”The RCOBE Faculty of the Year award process for 2019-20 was designed and implemented by students majoring in business through a survey tool. A survey was first administered to the RCOBE student population to gather nominations, followed by a second survey to narrow down finalists. Pruden received the highest number of final votes on the survey.Students who participated in the survey had many positive examples to share on how Pruden has impacted their educational journeys. One student commented “Dr. Pruden showed up every day with a smile and a positive attitude. When transitioning to online classes in spring 2020, Dr. Pruden handled the situation exceptionally. She was always available for one-on-one Zoom meetings.”Several students shared examples of how Pruden consistently brings a positive energy to her classes, has a knack for teaching difficult concepts in a way that students can relate to, and truly cares about student success. One such student commented that “Dr. Pruden inspired me in so many ways this past year. I learned a lot and felt like she really invests in her students.”“Dr. Christianna Pruden is one of our best and most popular instructors,” said Dr. Muhammad Chishty, dean of the Robbins College of Business and Entrepreneurship. “She is the perfect recipient of the RCOBE Faculty-of-the-Year Award.”

Pruden honored by Robbins College of Business and Entrepreneurship

HUTCHINSON — The new class president for the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center's 269th Basic Training Class is Officer James Murphy of the Ellis Police Department, according to a KLETC <a href="https://www.facebook.com/kletc/">social media post</a>.

Officer Murphy is a third-generation law enforcement officer. 

“I find it very rewarding,” Murphy said.  “I will be graduating from KLETC 40 years after my grandfather graduated from this very academy in 1980.”

Prior to joining the Ellis Police Department, Officer Murphy attended the University of Alaska-Fairbanks where he studied Homeland Security. He is also a graduate of the FBINAA's Youth Leadership Program Session 15 at the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia. 

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 </figure>KLETCHUTCHINSON — The new class president for the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center's 269th Basic Training Class is Officer James Murphy of the Ellis Police Department, according to a KLETC <a href="https://www.facebook.com/kletc/">social media post</a>.Officer Murphy is a third-generation law enforcement officer. “I find it very rewarding,” Murphy said. “I will be graduating from KLETC 40 years after my grandfather graduated from this very academy in 1980.”Prior to joining the Ellis Police Department, Officer Murphy attended the University of Alaska-Fairbanks where he studied Homeland Security. He is also a graduate of the FBINAA's Youth Leadership Program Session 15 at the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia. The Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center in Hutchinson directly trains the overwhelming majority of municipal, county and state law enforcement officers in Kansas.&nbsp;

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