From Sept. 3, 2018, through Aug. 9, 2019, the Hays Police Department recovered 31 bicycles of various makes, models and styles. 

Please contact the Hays Police Department at (785) 625-1030 if you believe any of these bikes may belong to you. 

After 10 days from this notice, all unclaimed property will be disposed of in accordance with Section 26-21 of the City of Hays Code of Ordinances.

Chief Don Scheibler said unclaimed bikes will be sent to the Ellsworth Correctional Facility to be refurbished by inmates. Read more about the program from the Dane G. Hansen Foundation <a href="https://danehansenfoundation.org/?page_id=6435">HERE</a>.

HPDFrom Sept. 3, 2018, through Aug. 9, 2019, the Hays Police Department recovered 31 bicycles of various makes, models and styles. Please contact the Hays Police Department at (785) 625-1030 if you believe any of these bikes may belong to you. After 10 days from this notice, all unclaimed property will be disposed of in accordance with Section 26-21 of the City of Hays Code of Ordinances.Chief Don Scheibler said unclaimed bikes will be sent to the Ellsworth Correctional Facility to be refurbished by inmates. Read more about the program from the Dane G. Hansen Foundation <a href="https://danehansenfoundation.org/?page_id=6435">HERE</a>.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FHaysPD%2Fposts%2F3490771324283665&width=500" width="500" height="481" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowTransparency="true" allow="encrypted-media"></iframe></div>

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I am announcing today that I will not be seeking re-election to the Kansas House of Representatives in 2020.&nbsp; After twelve years as a state representative, preceded by two decades in local public service, it is time to bow out and enjoy life.

It has truly been an honor to have the faith and support of the good people of the 118th&nbsp;District throughout my tenure.&nbsp; I look back on those years with pride and satisfaction for all the good we were able to accomplish, but with deep regret for the worthwhile initiatives that have not yet become reality.

One of the greatest benefits of public service is the many friends one accumulates, including constituents, colleagues, legislative staff, and even lobbyists.&nbsp; These bonds of friendship will remain even as we depart.&nbsp; They have enriched my life, and I count myself greatly blessed by them.&nbsp;

Serving in the Kansas House of Representatives is a unique experience, and I will leave office next January with a deep respect for the institution and all who serve within its walls.&nbsp; Though our politics and strategies may not always align, I am convinced that all who serve do so with a genuine desire to make the great state of Kansas better.

Leaving office is made easier by knowing that the person who will succeed me in office is someone who will represent the 118th&nbsp;District with distinction.&nbsp; Jim Minnix of Scott City is the only one who filed for the position, so is virtually assured of election in November.&nbsp; Jim is a farmer-rancher and a 25-year member of the Scott County Commission.&nbsp; I am honored to turn over the reins to Jim.

Though the date of retirement is set, I am still your representative until January.&nbsp; Please let me know of your issues and concerns throughout the rest of 2020.

Don Hineman, 118th&nbsp;District Kansas State Representative

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578581434585.png" alt="Don Hineman, 118th&nbsp;District Kansas State Representative" />
 <figcaption>Don Hineman, 118th&nbsp;District Kansas State Representative</figcaption>
 </figure>SubmittedI am announcing today that I will not be seeking re-election to the Kansas House of Representatives in 2020.&nbsp; After twelve years as a state representative, preceded by two decades in local public service, it is time to bow out and enjoy life.It has truly been an honor to have the faith and support of the good people of the 118th&nbsp;District throughout my tenure.&nbsp; I look back on those years with pride and satisfaction for all the good we were able to accomplish, but with deep regret for the worthwhile initiatives that have not yet become reality.One of the greatest benefits of public service is the many friends one accumulates, including constituents, colleagues, legislative staff, and even lobbyists.&nbsp; These bonds of friendship will remain even as we depart.&nbsp; They have enriched my life, and I count myself greatly blessed by them.&nbsp;Serving in the Kansas House of Representatives is a unique experience, and I will leave office next January with a deep respect for the institution and all who serve within its walls.&nbsp; Though our politics and strategies may not always align, I am convinced that all who serve do so with a genuine desire to make the great state of Kansas better.Leaving office is made easier by knowing that the person who will succeed me in office is someone who will represent the 118th&nbsp;District with distinction.&nbsp; Jim Minnix of Scott City is the only one who filed for the position, so is virtually assured of election in November.&nbsp; Jim is a farmer-rancher and a 25-year member of the Scott County Commission.&nbsp; I am honored to turn over the reins to Jim.Though the date of retirement is set, I am still your representative until January.&nbsp; Please let me know of your issues and concerns throughout the rest of 2020.Don Hineman, 118th&nbsp;District Kansas State Representative

LETTER: Hineman announces he will not seek re-election

The Eagle Radio of Hays Online Auction is currently underway!

<a href="https://hayspost.com/eagle-radio-auction-descriptions-of-items">Click HERE to learn more, view items or BID.</a>

There are several great items to bid on including:

<a href="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1590161976341.jpeg" target="_blank"></a>1st Travel Inn Motel (Oakley) 
1 Night Stay 
Retail Price $75&nbsp;&nbsp; 
current&nbsp;bid
$0 
While you're in the Oakley area seeing Little
Jerusalem, Monuments Rocks and the Buffalo Bill statue, stay at the 1st Travel
Inn in downtown Oakley. This clean, comfortable hotel features free cable TV
and wifi, a fridge in every room, outdoor pool and Bar-B-Que facilities. This
is a clean, comfortable stay in Oakley.

<a href="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/2/1582830721968.jpeg" target="_blank"></a>Broadway Automotive 
$50 Certificate 
Retail Price $50 
current
bid $5

This $50.00 gift certificate to Broadway
Automotive in Hays can be used towards any services. From a basic oil change
and lubrication to a major engine overhaul they can do it. Things like getting
your AC or heater working, to brakes, to finding out what that annoying check
engine light means, this $50.00 gift certificate can be applied. Walk-ins and
appointments always welcome. Limit one per customer per visit, no cash value.
Good thru April 30, 2021.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1589471578636.jpeg" target="_blank"></a>Fitzgerald Furniture 
Queen Bed (mattress NOT included) 
Retail Price $1500 
Current bid $0 
Manufactured in America by Eagle Furniture, this Queen bed from
Fitzgerald Furniture is a medium oak color with solid wood and veneers. The
headboard is 60.5 inches tall, the footboard is 33 inches tall, and the bed is
91 inches long. It's a beautiful and comfortable bed that will last years.
Mattress NOT included.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/2/1581612816626.jpeg" target="_blank"></a>Fossil Creek Hotel (Russell) 
1 Night Stay, King Suite 
Retail Price $180 
Current bid $0 
Of all the hotels in Russell, KS the Fossil Creek Hotel and Suites
has the most luxurious accommodations at a tremendous value! When you check in,
whether for business or pleasure you will be surrounded by the pleasing
atmosphere that you can experience only at Fossil Creek Hotel and Suites. The
Dole-Specter Conference Center offers the functionality and flexibility that
you need for your conference, party, reception or other event. A variety of
room sizes and configurations will accommodate groups of 60 up to 250
comfortably. The gift certificate offers a one night stay in a one-room king
bed whirlpool suite. The room has a microwave and refrigerator and is
non-smoking. The certificate is PENDING ROOM AVAILABILITY and expires on
10/31/2021.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1583348098962.jpeg" target="_blank"></a>Goose and Frog Tavern 
$50 Certificate 
Retail Price $50 
current bid $0 
Watch for the reopening date for Goose and Frog Tavern in
Stockton! Made from scratch daily specials, burger of the month, pasta,
appetizers, dinners and full menu selection too. Certificate not good for
alcohol products. Goose and Frog Tavern, 4 Way Stop in Stockton. Call
785-415-2131.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1588347396761.jpeg" target="_blank"></a>Heritage Hills Golf Course (McCook, NE) 
Golf for 4 with Cart 
Retail Price $240 
current bid $24 
Experience one of the Midwest's best 18 hole golf courses....Heritage
Hills in McCook, Nebraska. This item is good for 18 holes of golf for 4 golfers
with cart included. The character and elevation of each hole make Heritage
Hills unforgettable golf. The layout is beautiful and the greens are hard and
fast. Take a tour of each hole online at&nbsp;<a href="http://golfmccook.com/" target="_blank">golfmccook.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1588783423554.jpeg" target="_blank"></a>Inn at Tallgrass (Wichita) 
One Night Stay 
Retail Price $100 
current bid $0 
The Inn at Tallgrass is like a furnished apartment...a classic
Wichita hotel and one of the city's best stays. This item is a $100 gift card
to The Inn at Tallgrass. Pending availability, this gift card will cover a
studio suite, which is 50% larger than a standard hotel room. A studio suite
includes a roomy sitting area and kitchenette and is perfect if you're staying
for a night or two. If available, the gift card will also cover the cost of a
one bedroom suite. A two bedroom/2 bath suite would be an extra cost. Hotel
amenities include access to Genesis Health Club, outside pool and patio, free
high speed internet, complimentary breakfast. The Inn at Tallgrass is across
from Bradley Fair Shopping Center and close to many great restaurants and
entertainment options.&nbsp;

&nbsp;Lifetime Dental 
Zoom Whitening 
Retail Price $580 
current bid $0 
Take the first step to feeling good, looking great and making a
memorable impression every time you smile. The Zoom Laser Whitening program
offers stronger bleaching agents, custom made mouth trays, and the professional
staff at Lifetime Dental Care use additional protective measures to restore the
brightness of your smile by several shades. Get that smile you have always
wanted with Zoom Laser Whitening.&nbsp;<a href="http://www.lifetimedentalcare.com/" target="_blank">www.lifetimedentalcare.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1589383565393.jpeg" target="_blank"></a>Olliff Boeve Furniture (Phillipsburg) 
Justice Queen Mattress and Boxspring 
Retail Price $2375 
current bid $0 
If you're having a difficult time sleeping, it may be time for a
new mattress. This may be the last mattress you own. It's a queen size Justice
mattress and box spring from Olliff-Boeve Furniture. Made in Lebanon, Missouri
this mattress is a non pillow top, 2 sided latex. It features 4 quilt layers, 3
mattress support layers, and a fully assembled foundation, giving you industry
leading support and comfort. A full 20.5″ deep from bottom to crown (11.5″
mattress/9″ boxspring, themattress set features convoluted comfort layers and
a specially engineered pressure-relief inlay, absorbing weight concentrations
and ensuring uniform comfort across the bed&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/4/1587050984658.jpeg" target="_blank"></a>Simpson Farm Enterprises 
Hypro 40 gallon Enductor System 
Retail Price $2396 
current bid $0 
The Cleanload Max is a large capacity eduction system with a low
ergonomic working height for safe and fast batch mixing and loading of liquid
and dry chemicals. Large capacity eduction system with a low ergonomic working
height for safe and fast batch mixing and loading of liquid and dry chemicals.
40 gallon tank, full draining, cone-bottomed tank for 20:1 ratio with 800 or
1200 gallon sprayers. Translucent tank with molded graduations allows user to
easily see fluid levels. 3 inch bypass eductor plumbing system allows for
direct filling of tank when not educting chemicals. 16 mm eductor for transfer
pump (low pressure\high pressure.) CycloRinse and ProClean bottle rinse prevent
cross contamination of chemicals. Modular design allows flexibility in building
an eduction system using multiple Cleanload Max, standard Cleanloads and
auxiliary components for bulk transfer. Market leading eduction rates allow
operator to spend less time loading and more time spraying. Extends the life of
transfer pumps by educting abrasive and corrosive chemicals downstream.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Eagle Radio of Hays Online Auction is currently underway!<a href="https://hayspost.com/eagle-radio-auction-descriptions-of-items">Click HERE to learn more, view items or BID.</a>There are several great items to bid on including:<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/6/1591099098348.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1590161976341.jpeg" target="_blank"></a>1st Travel Inn Motel (Oakley) 
1 Night Stay 
Retail Price $75&nbsp;&nbsp; 
current&nbsp;bid
$0 
While you're in the Oakley area seeing Little
Jerusalem, Monuments Rocks and the Buffalo Bill statue, stay at the 1st Travel
Inn in downtown Oakley. This clean, comfortable hotel features free cable TV
and wifi, a fridge in every room, outdoor pool and Bar-B-Que facilities. This
is a clean, comfortable stay in Oakley.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/6/1591099214154.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/2/1582830721968.jpeg" target="_blank"></a>Broadway Automotive 
$50 Certificate 
Retail Price $50 
current
bid $5This $50.00 gift certificate to Broadway
Automotive in Hays can be used towards any services. From a basic oil change
and lubrication to a major engine overhaul they can do it. Things like getting
your AC or heater working, to brakes, to finding out what that annoying check
engine light means, this $50.00 gift certificate can be applied. Walk-ins and
appointments always welcome. Limit one per customer per visit, no cash value.
Good thru April 30, 2021.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/6/1591099193452.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1589471578636.jpeg" target="_blank"></a>Fitzgerald Furniture 
Queen Bed (mattress NOT included) 
Retail Price $1500 
Current bid $0 
Manufactured in America by Eagle Furniture, this Queen bed from
Fitzgerald Furniture is a medium oak color with solid wood and veneers. The
headboard is 60.5 inches tall, the footboard is 33 inches tall, and the bed is
91 inches long. It's a beautiful and comfortable bed that will last years.
Mattress NOT included.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/6/1591099705252.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/2/1581612816626.jpeg" target="_blank"></a>Fossil Creek Hotel (Russell) 
1 Night Stay, King Suite 
Retail Price $180 
Current bid $0 
Of all the hotels in Russell, KS the Fossil Creek Hotel and Suites
has the most luxurious accommodations at a tremendous value! When you check in,
whether for business or pleasure you will be surrounded by the pleasing
atmosphere that you can experience only at Fossil Creek Hotel and Suites. The
Dole-Specter Conference Center offers the functionality and flexibility that
you need for your conference, party, reception or other event. A variety of
room sizes and configurations will accommodate groups of 60 up to 250
comfortably. The gift certificate offers a one night stay in a one-room king
bed whirlpool suite. The room has a microwave and refrigerator and is
non-smoking. The certificate is PENDING ROOM AVAILABILITY and expires on
10/31/2021.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/6/1591099749637.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1583348098962.jpeg" target="_blank"></a>Goose and Frog Tavern 
$50 Certificate 
Retail Price $50 
current bid $0 
Watch for the reopening date for Goose and Frog Tavern in
Stockton! Made from scratch daily specials, burger of the month, pasta,
appetizers, dinners and full menu selection too. Certificate not good for
alcohol products. Goose and Frog Tavern, 4 Way Stop in Stockton. Call
785-415-2131.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/6/1591099791333.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1588347396761.jpeg" target="_blank"></a>Heritage Hills Golf Course (McCook, NE) 
Golf for 4 with Cart 
Retail Price $240 
current bid $24 
Experience one of the Midwest's best 18 hole golf courses....Heritage
Hills in McCook, Nebraska. This item is good for 18 holes of golf for 4 golfers
with cart included. The character and elevation of each hole make Heritage
Hills unforgettable golf. The layout is beautiful and the greens are hard and
fast. Take a tour of each hole online at&nbsp;<a href="http://golfmccook.com/" target="_blank">golfmccook.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/6/1591099848573.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1588783423554.jpeg" target="_blank"></a>Inn at Tallgrass (Wichita) 
One Night Stay 
Retail Price $100 
current bid $0 
The Inn at Tallgrass is like a furnished apartment...a classic
Wichita hotel and one of the city's best stays. This item is a $100 gift card
to The Inn at Tallgrass. Pending availability, this gift card will cover a
studio suite, which is 50% larger than a standard hotel room. A studio suite
includes a roomy sitting area and kitchenette and is perfect if you're staying
for a night or two. If available, the gift card will also cover the cost of a
one bedroom suite. A two bedroom/2 bath suite would be an extra cost. Hotel
amenities include access to Genesis Health Club, outside pool and patio, free
high speed internet, complimentary breakfast. The Inn at Tallgrass is across
from Bradley Fair Shopping Center and close to many great restaurants and
entertainment options.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/6/1591099905418.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>&nbsp;Lifetime Dental 
Zoom Whitening 
Retail Price $580 
current bid $0 
Take the first step to feeling good, looking great and making a
memorable impression every time you smile. The Zoom Laser Whitening program
offers stronger bleaching agents, custom made mouth trays, and the professional
staff at Lifetime Dental Care use additional protective measures to restore the
brightness of your smile by several shades. Get that smile you have always
wanted with Zoom Laser Whitening.&nbsp;<a href="http://www.lifetimedentalcare.com/" target="_blank">www.lifetimedentalcare.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/6/1591099950684.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1589383565393.jpeg" target="_blank"></a>Olliff Boeve Furniture (Phillipsburg) 
Justice Queen Mattress and Boxspring 
Retail Price $2375 
current bid $0 
If you're having a difficult time sleeping, it may be time for a
new mattress. This may be the last mattress you own. It's a queen size Justice
mattress and box spring from Olliff-Boeve Furniture. Made in Lebanon, Missouri
this mattress is a non pillow top, 2 sided latex. It features 4 quilt layers, 3
mattress support layers, and a fully assembled foundation, giving you industry
leading support and comfort. A full 20.5″ deep from bottom to crown (11.5″
mattress/9″ boxspring, themattress set features convoluted comfort layers and
a specially engineered pressure-relief inlay, absorbing weight concentrations
and ensuring uniform comfort across the bed&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/6/1591100014924.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/4/1587050984658.jpeg" target="_blank"></a>Simpson Farm Enterprises 
Hypro 40 gallon Enductor System 
Retail Price $2396 
current bid $0 
The Cleanload Max is a large capacity eduction system with a low
ergonomic working height for safe and fast batch mixing and loading of liquid
and dry chemicals. Large capacity eduction system with a low ergonomic working
height for safe and fast batch mixing and loading of liquid and dry chemicals.
40 gallon tank, full draining, cone-bottomed tank for 20:1 ratio with 800 or
1200 gallon sprayers. Translucent tank with molded graduations allows user to
easily see fluid levels. 3 inch bypass eductor plumbing system allows for
direct filling of tank when not educting chemicals. 16 mm eductor for transfer
pump (low pressure\high pressure.) CycloRinse and ProClean bottle rinse prevent
cross contamination of chemicals. Modular design allows flexibility in building
an eduction system using multiple Cleanload Max, standard Cleanloads and
auxiliary components for bulk transfer. Market leading eduction rates allow
operator to spend less time loading and more time spraying. Extends the life of
transfer pumps by educting abrasive and corrosive chemicals downstream.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Eagle Radio Online Auction is underway!

By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays Post

The coronavirus outbreak has created a bottleneck in the meatpacking industry as major packing plants have shut down or slowed production.

The pandemic is highlighting critical weaknesses in the nation's meat supply chain, resulting in some producers selling direct to consumers.

Adam Jones and his <a href="http://www.crookedcreekangus.com/">Crooked Creek Angus</a> in St. Francis has always sold some registered angus beef direct to consumers. With many grocery store meat shelves empty or limits being placed on in-store purchases, though, consumers are clamoring to buy direct from farmers.

Jones said he would love to sell more beef to his customers, but the small meat lockers where Jones would send the cattle to be slaughtered are booked into mid-2021.

Not being able to get the cattle to market is not only bad for the consumer because it causes shortages and higher prices, but it is worse for the producers.

Cattle that would normally be sold at 1,400 pounds are getting to 1,600 to 1,700 pounds, which makes the cattle more difficult to transport and slaughter, Jones said.

It becomes a game of diminishing returns, he said. The rancher has to keep feeding out the cattle, even after they have reached optimum weight.

"I think this is really showing a challenge in the cattle industry that predates the coronavirus," he said. "There is not enough processing, and it is controlled by four companies. If there is hiccup, like we also had at Holcomb, you get a bottleneck in the supple chain and you cannot get product through to consumers."

Ken Klemm of <a href="https://thebuffaloguys.com/">The Buffalo&nbsp;Guys</a> and Goodland Beef, northeast of Goodland, said he has had similar issues getting his bison and cattle to market. He has about 600 head of bison and 200 head of cattle.

Klemm said he prefers direct-to-consumer sales. They ultimately benefit the farmer, because they cut out the middle man. It also helps ranchers deal with fluctuating commodity prices, which are being seen now.

The prices per pound that consumers pay stays relatively stable, Klemm said.

"Keeping things steady and security are needed in ag," he said. "It takes decades take care of land and grow herds. Volatility is the enemy of ag."

Klemm also sells beef and bison direct to consumers, but, at this point, he can't get animals in to either the larger or smaller meatpacking facilities to be processed.

"These bookings have negatively impacted us," he said. "We are no longer able to sell to regular customers or new customers."

Klemm said he fears there could be a collapse in orders for the smaller meat packers. He compared the rush to buy meat to the toilet paper panic earlier in the pandemic.

"We have people booking slaughter spots that have no skin in the game," he said. "They have no animal, but they book an animal to slaughter. Six months from now, the person who ordered the beef doesn't want to pay. I'm concerned it will flip the other way.

"It is not conducive to supplying meat to people."

Even if the smaller meatpacking plants would have bookings open, selling direct to consumers is likely not the long-term solution to all of the ranchers' problems.

Jones said he was selling about 10 head a year direct to consumers out of a herd of about 200.

Klemm said he sets his budget a year in advance. Although the bottom has not dropped out of the bison market, returns for beef have been much lower. He said he was projecting he would bring in about a third to a half less than his cattle normally would bring at market this year.

Both ranchers anticipated Kansas will see producers go out of business as a result of losses this year.

Mid-size packers 'regulated out of business'

Both ranchers are among producers nationwide who are lobbying to change meatpacking regulations that would allow more small meatpackers to open or grow.

"Basically all of the medium packers were bought or regulated out of business," Klemm said. "Certainly that was out of design."

Producers by themselves will not be successful in pushing reforms, Jones said. All consumers who like to eat steaks also need to be engaging their congressmen, he said.

Klemm, however, was hopeful current meat shortages are not only educating consumers about where their meat comes from but creating a lasting direct-to-consumer market.

Purchases of deep freezes have sharply increased since the pandemic started. Consumers need deep freezes in order to purchase halves or quarters of a beef or hog direct from a rancher.

These are major purchases, that consumers will likely continue to use even after the pandemic is over, Klemm said.

"A lot of people are seeing the quality direct from the farm is superior from the grocery store," he said. "This tastes better. Why not keep doing it?"

Ranchers, consumers connect on social media

Charley Brown of Palco is one of those consumers who has chosen to buy direct during the COVID shortages, something that is new for his family.

Brown found producers on the newly created <a href="https://www.facebook.com/shopkansasfarms/">Shop Kansas Farms </a>Facebook page. The page seeks to connect local farmers and ranchers directly with consumers.

The page became so popular, others have started regional pages, with Jace Winder launching a <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1611987555626370/">Shop Northwest Kansas Farms</a> Facebook page.

The Shop Kansas Farms page has earned more than 134,000 followers since its creation April 28. The Northwest Kansas Farms has garnered 2,700 followers since its creation May 8.

"It's amazing how many people raise all sorts of different things out here in northwest Kansas," Winder said via Facebook.

The pages highlight not only meat producers, but farmers and gardeners selling produce and eggs.

Brown purchased a half of a pork, a quarter of a beef, a quart of raw honey and a gallon of goat's milk direct after visiting the pages.

"I like it," Brown said. "We averaged it out. I think we are actually getting a better deal per pound than we were getting at the grocery store, and we get quality meat that we know where it comes from."

Brown said he hoped purchasing direct could help save some family farms.

"The quality is 100 times what we are getting at the grocery store," he said. "We are cutting out the middle man, and we are cutting out those nasty feed lots."

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/6/1591035383631.jpeg" alt="Crooked Creek Angus. Courtesy photos" />
 <figcaption>Crooked Creek Angus. Courtesy photos</figcaption>
 </figure>By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays PostThe coronavirus outbreak has created a bottleneck in the meatpacking industry as major packing plants have shut down or slowed production.The pandemic is highlighting critical weaknesses in the nation's meat supply chain, resulting in some producers selling direct to consumers.Adam Jones and his <a href="http://www.crookedcreekangus.com/">Crooked Creek Angus</a> in St. Francis has always sold some registered angus beef direct to consumers. With many grocery store meat shelves empty or limits being placed on in-store purchases, though, consumers are clamoring to buy direct from farmers.Jones said he would love to sell more beef to his customers, but the small meat lockers where Jones would send the cattle to be slaughtered are booked into mid-2021.<figure>
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 </figure><h2>Ranchers spend more to make less</h2>Not being able to get the cattle to market is not only bad for the consumer because it causes shortages and higher prices, but it is worse for the producers.Cattle that would normally be sold at 1,400 pounds are getting to 1,600 to 1,700 pounds, which makes the cattle more difficult to transport and slaughter, Jones said.It becomes a game of diminishing returns, he said. The rancher has to keep feeding out the cattle, even after they have reached optimum weight."I think this is really showing a challenge in the cattle industry that predates the coronavirus," he said. "There is not enough processing, and it is controlled by four companies. If there is hiccup, like we also had at Holcomb, you get a bottleneck in the supple chain and you cannot get product through to consumers."<figure>
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 </figure><h2>'Volatility the enemy of ag'</h2>Ken Klemm of <a href="https://thebuffaloguys.com/">The Buffalo&nbsp;Guys</a> and Goodland Beef, northeast of Goodland, said he has had similar issues getting his bison and cattle to market. He has about 600 head of bison and 200 head of cattle.Klemm said he prefers direct-to-consumer sales. They ultimately benefit the farmer, because they cut out the middle man. It also helps ranchers deal with fluctuating commodity prices, which are being seen now.The prices per pound that consumers pay stays relatively stable, Klemm said."Keeping things steady and security are needed in ag," he said. "It takes decades take care of land and grow herds. Volatility is the enemy of ag."Klemm also sells beef and bison direct to consumers, but, at this point, he can't get animals in to either the larger or smaller meatpacking facilities to be processed."These bookings have negatively impacted us," he said. "We are no longer able to sell to regular customers or new customers."<figure>
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 </figure><h2>No skin in the game</h2>Klemm said he fears there could be a collapse in orders for the smaller meat packers. He compared the rush to buy meat to the toilet paper panic earlier in the pandemic."We have people booking slaughter spots that have no skin in the game," he said. "They have no animal, but they book an animal to slaughter. Six months from now, the person who ordered the beef doesn't want to pay. I'm concerned it will flip the other way."It is not conducive to supplying meat to people."Even if the smaller meatpacking plants would have bookings open, selling direct to consumers is likely not the long-term solution to all of the ranchers' problems.Jones said he was selling about 10 head a year direct to consumers out of a herd of about 200.Klemm said he sets his budget a year in advance. Although the bottom has not dropped out of the bison market, returns for beef have been much lower. He said he was projecting he would bring in about a third to a half less than his cattle normally would bring at market this year.Both ranchers anticipated Kansas will see producers go out of business as a result of losses this year.<h2>Mid-size packers 'regulated out of business'</h2>Both ranchers are among producers nationwide who are lobbying to change meatpacking regulations that would allow more small meatpackers to open or grow."Basically all of the medium packers were bought or regulated out of business," Klemm said. "Certainly that was out of design."Producers by themselves will not be successful in pushing reforms, Jones said. All consumers who like to eat steaks also need to be engaging their congressmen, he said.<h2>Creating new consumers</h2>Klemm, however, was hopeful current meat shortages are not only educating consumers about where their meat comes from but creating a lasting direct-to-consumer market.Purchases of deep freezes have sharply increased since the pandemic started. Consumers need deep freezes in order to purchase halves or quarters of a beef or hog direct from a rancher.These are major purchases, that consumers will likely continue to use even after the pandemic is over, Klemm said."A lot of people are seeing the quality direct from the farm is superior from the grocery store," he said. "This tastes better. Why not keep doing it?"<figure>
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 </figure><h2>Ranchers, consumers connect on social media</h2>Charley Brown of Palco is one of those consumers who has chosen to buy direct during the COVID shortages, something that is new for his family.Brown found producers on the newly created <a href="https://www.facebook.com/shopkansasfarms/">Shop Kansas Farms </a>Facebook page. The page seeks to connect local farmers and ranchers directly with consumers.The page became so popular, others have started regional pages, with Jace Winder launching a <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1611987555626370/">Shop Northwest Kansas Farms</a> Facebook page.The Shop Kansas Farms page has earned more than 134,000 followers since its creation April 28. The Northwest Kansas Farms has garnered 2,700 followers since its creation May 8."It's amazing how many people raise all sorts of different things out here in northwest Kansas," Winder said via Facebook.The pages highlight not only meat producers, but farmers and gardeners selling produce and eggs.Brown purchased a half of a pork, a quarter of a beef, a quart of raw honey and a gallon of goat's milk direct after visiting the pages."I like it," Brown said. "We averaged it out. I think we are actually getting a better deal per pound than we were getting at the grocery store, and we get quality meat that we know where it comes from."Brown said he hoped purchasing direct could help save some family farms."The quality is 100 times what we are getting at the grocery store," he said. "We are cutting out the middle man, and we are cutting out those nasty feed lots."

Pandemic shows weakness in meat supply chain; ranchers go direct to consumers

Kansas Common crude at CHS in McPherson gained $1.75 on Friday to end the week and the month of May at $25.75 a barrel. The average price for the month of May was $18.93, an increase of nearly $9 a barrel over the month before, but down more than $30 from the average price in May of last year. The Energy Information Administration reported on U.S. crude-oil production through March of this year, with Kansas operators managing to pump more than 86-thousand barrels per day. That's down from a year ago, when the state managed nearly 92-thousand barrels per day. National production totaled about 12.7 million barrels per day. Baker Hughes confirms a continuing contraction in new oil-and-gas exploration. The weekly Rotary Rig County notes just 301 active drilling rigs nationwide, down 17 rigs. The count in Texas was down eleven rigs.&nbsp; Drilling activity is down in Kansas as well, with just four drilling rigs active across the state. The total number of inactive rigs is up one at 203. One operator is preparing to spud a new well on a lease in Ellis County. There are just four new drilling permits this week across the state, three in western Kansas and one east of Wichita.&nbsp; Independent Oil &amp; Gas Service reports 23 new well-completions for the week, 399 so far this year, compared to 655 at this time last year. There are 11 new completions in eastern Kansas, and 12 west of Wichita, including one in Stafford County. The government reported a 20,000 barrel decline in U.S. crude oil production last week, to 11.412 million barrels per day. Average production in the U.S. is down more than 800,000 barrels per day from the same week a year ago. The Energy Information Administration reports an increase in U.S. crude oil inventories of nearly eight million barrels. EIA says stockpiles are about 13% above the five-year average for this time of year. EIA reports crude imports last week of 7.2 million barrels per day, up by two million barrels per day from a week earlier. The four-week average is down more than 16% from a year ago. Analysis from the U.S. Energy Information Administration shows how pricing among crude-oil benchmarks and local grades are closely interconnected. WTI and London Brent pricing impacts the price of crude oil just about everywhere on the planet. So when U.S. futures prices dropped below zero earlier this year, so did the published prices at Kansas refineries, among many others. On April 20, the near-month Nymex contract for light sweet crude dropped as low as -$40.32 a barrel before closing at more than $37 below zero. That same day, prices at the Coffeyville Resources refinery dropped to -$47.50. The Energy Information Administration says Nymex prices directly impact other price markers because of physical linkages such as pipelines, as in Coffeyville, or because of a specific pricing formula, as is the case at CHS in McPherson. But there are limitations, including quality disparities between grades, and geographic transportation obstacles. The government reports on one silver lining amid the dire energy-related news of late: EIA says energy-related CO2 emissions will drop by 11 percent this year. If realized, that would represent the largest decline, in both percentage and absolute terms, in EIA emissions records dating back to 1949. The head of the International Energy Agency warns that global oil consumption has not peaked, telling Bloomberg TV that a sustained economic recovery and low prices could take global demand back were it was before the pandemic. Some industry observers insist we may have reached the peak for global demand, after consuming nearly 100 million barrels a day of crude oil or its equivalent last year. They argue the pandemic could trigger permanent changes like working-from-home and less overseas travel, thus reducing consumption permanently. A new report from an industry group shows Texas operators paid more than $13.4 billion in taxes and royalties in 2019, a 14% increase over a year earlier. The Houston Chronicle reports those figures were assessed when benchmark prices were about $50 a barrel.&nbsp; For the last several weeks China has been snapping up crude oil amid historic low prices. Reuters now cites customs data showing Russia has overtaken the Saudis as China's top supplier.&nbsp;&nbsp; The Association of American Railroads reports a continuing slump in total freight train traffic compared to last year. Oil-by-rail showed a slight increase over a week earlier, but remains about 26% behind last year's oil tanker traffic. Despite sitting atop the largest oil reserves in the world, gasoline is a precious commodity in Venezuela because of U.S. and international sanctions. This week the first of five tankers arrived in Venezuela from Iran, another oil nation targeted by sanctions. The U.S. State Department told the New York Times that Venezuela's government is a criminal organization that used illegally obtained gold to buy fuel from Tehran. There's no word if the U.S. would try to block future shipments.

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 </figure>By JOHN P. TRETBARKansas Common crude at CHS in McPherson gained $1.75 on Friday to end the week and the month of May at $25.75 a barrel. The average price for the month of May was $18.93, an increase of nearly $9 a barrel over the month before, but down more than $30 from the average price in May of last year. The Energy Information Administration reported on U.S. crude-oil production through March of this year, with Kansas operators managing to pump more than 86-thousand barrels per day. That's down from a year ago, when the state managed nearly 92-thousand barrels per day. National production totaled about 12.7 million barrels per day. Baker Hughes confirms a continuing contraction in new oil-and-gas exploration. The weekly Rotary Rig County notes just 301 active drilling rigs nationwide, down 17 rigs. The count in Texas was down eleven rigs.&nbsp; Drilling activity is down in Kansas as well, with just four drilling rigs active across the state. The total number of inactive rigs is up one at 203. One operator is preparing to spud a new well on a lease in Ellis County. There are just four new drilling permits this week across the state, three in western Kansas and one east of Wichita.&nbsp; Independent Oil &amp; Gas Service reports 23 new well-completions for the week, 399 so far this year, compared to 655 at this time last year. There are 11 new completions in eastern Kansas, and 12 west of Wichita, including one in Stafford County. The government reported a 20,000 barrel decline in U.S. crude oil production last week, to 11.412 million barrels per day. Average production in the U.S. is down more than 800,000 barrels per day from the same week a year ago. The Energy Information Administration reports an increase in U.S. crude oil inventories of nearly eight million barrels. EIA says stockpiles are about 13% above the five-year average for this time of year. EIA reports crude imports last week of 7.2 million barrels per day, up by two million barrels per day from a week earlier. The four-week average is down more than 16% from a year ago. Analysis from the U.S. Energy Information Administration shows how pricing among crude-oil benchmarks and local grades are closely interconnected. WTI and London Brent pricing impacts the price of crude oil just about everywhere on the planet. So when U.S. futures prices dropped below zero earlier this year, so did the published prices at Kansas refineries, among many others. On April 20, the near-month Nymex contract for light sweet crude dropped as low as -$40.32 a barrel before closing at more than $37 below zero. That same day, prices at the Coffeyville Resources refinery dropped to -$47.50. The Energy Information Administration says Nymex prices directly impact other price markers because of physical linkages such as pipelines, as in Coffeyville, or because of a specific pricing formula, as is the case at CHS in McPherson. But there are limitations, including quality disparities between grades, and geographic transportation obstacles. The government reports on one silver lining amid the dire energy-related news of late: EIA says energy-related CO2 emissions will drop by 11 percent this year. If realized, that would represent the largest decline, in both percentage and absolute terms, in EIA emissions records dating back to 1949. The head of the International Energy Agency warns that global oil consumption has not peaked, telling Bloomberg TV that a sustained economic recovery and low prices could take global demand back were it was before the pandemic. Some industry observers insist we may have reached the peak for global demand, after consuming nearly 100 million barrels a day of crude oil or its equivalent last year. They argue the pandemic could trigger permanent changes like working-from-home and less overseas travel, thus reducing consumption permanently. A new report from an industry group shows Texas operators paid more than $13.4 billion in taxes and royalties in 2019, a 14% increase over a year earlier. The Houston Chronicle reports those figures were assessed when benchmark prices were about $50 a barrel.&nbsp; For the last several weeks China has been snapping up crude oil amid historic low prices. Reuters now cites customs data showing Russia has overtaken the Saudis as China's top supplier.&nbsp;&nbsp; The Association of American Railroads reports a continuing slump in total freight train traffic compared to last year. Oil-by-rail showed a slight increase over a week earlier, but remains about 26% behind last year's oil tanker traffic. Despite sitting atop the largest oil reserves in the world, gasoline is a precious commodity in Venezuela because of U.S. and international sanctions. This week the first of five tankers arrived in Venezuela from Iran, another oil nation targeted by sanctions. The U.S. State Department told the New York Times that Venezuela's government is a criminal organization that used illegally obtained gold to buy fuel from Tehran. There's no word if the U.S. would try to block future shipments.

News From the Oil Patch: Prices creep up, production way down

COLBY — In response to the decision by local health officials on Friday to reopen Thomas County, Colby Community College announced campus will be open again to the public on Wednesday with stipulations.&nbsp; 

Until then, employees will adjust to new protocols for visitors. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Buildings will be unlocked, consistent with normal summer operations. Guests intending to enter facilities are required to make an appointment and answer screening questions. 

The swimming pool, gymnasium, Fit Lab, and Steve Lampe Athletic Center will open June 8. Arrangements must be made in advance with Athletic Director Mike Saddler or, for the pool, Kipp Nelson.

Employees and visitors are not required to wear masks. Social distancing is highly encouraged. 

The campus directory is on the <a href="https://www.colbycc.edu/website-essentials/directory" target="_blank">college website</a> and hyperlinked at the bottom of every page.

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 </figure>CCCCOLBY — In response to the decision by local health officials on Friday to reopen Thomas County, Colby Community College announced campus will be open again to the public on Wednesday with stipulations.&nbsp; Until then, employees will adjust to new protocols for visitors. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Buildings will be unlocked, consistent with normal summer operations. Guests intending to enter facilities are required to make an appointment and answer screening questions. The swimming pool, gymnasium, Fit Lab, and Steve Lampe Athletic Center will open June 8. Arrangements must be made in advance with Athletic Director Mike Saddler or, for the pool, Kipp Nelson.Employees and visitors are not required to wear masks. Social distancing is highly encouraged. The campus directory is on the <a href="https://www.colbycc.edu/website-essentials/directory" target="_blank">college website</a> and hyperlinked at the bottom of every page.

Colby Community College will open to public under new protocols

Three-day weather outlook

TOPEKA — State Rep. Ken Rahjes, R-Agra, has filed for re-election in the 110th District for another two-year term in the Kansas House of Representatives.

  Rahjes has served in the chamber since December 2015 and has wrapped up a two-year assignment as Chairman of the Higher Education Budget Committee where he worked in a bipartisan manner to strengthen investment dollars and encourage tuition freezes in the regent institutions.  

Rahjes has also served on the Taxation and Appropriations Committees where he has worked on a fair and comprehensive tax system, while also making investments in  tax revenues to help Kansans in education, economic development, transportation and social services. 

“We must have policies that strengthen the Kansas economy and hold the line on regulations and encourage growth and the entrepreneurial spirit that Kansans are known for,” Rahjes said. 

“The next session will need leaders that have experience in dealing with the good times and challenging times of the Kansas budget. I am looking forward to working with our leaders in finding solutions that will provide for essential services while holding the line on taxes,” Rahjes added.  

After this fall’s general election in November, the legislature will gather for leadership elections and committee assignments will be made soon after. One key issue in the next session will be re-apportionment of the U.S. House Districts, State School Board Districts and all Kansas State House and Senate Districts.  

Rahjes is married to Lori (Hoopingarner) Rahjes. They have four grown children and are small business owners. 

The 110th District is comprised  of the counties of  Norton, Phillips, Rooks, portions of Ellis (including the city of Ellis) and portions of Graham (including the city of Hill City).

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 </figure>SubmittedTOPEKA — State Rep. Ken Rahjes, R-Agra, has filed for re-election in the 110th District for another two-year term in the Kansas House of Representatives. Rahjes has served in the chamber since December 2015 and has wrapped up a two-year assignment as Chairman of the Higher Education Budget Committee where he worked in a bipartisan manner to strengthen investment dollars and encourage tuition freezes in the regent institutions. Rahjes has also served on the Taxation and Appropriations Committees where he has worked on a fair and comprehensive tax system, while also making investments in tax revenues to help Kansans in education, economic development, transportation and social services. “We must have policies that strengthen the Kansas economy and hold the line on regulations and encourage growth and the entrepreneurial spirit that Kansans are known for,” Rahjes said. “The next session will need leaders that have experience in dealing with the good times and challenging times of the Kansas budget. I am looking forward to working with our leaders in finding solutions that will provide for essential services while holding the line on taxes,” Rahjes added. After this fall’s general election in November, the legislature will gather for leadership elections and committee assignments will be made soon after. One key issue in the next session will be re-apportionment of the U.S. House Districts, State School Board Districts and all Kansas State House and Senate Districts. Rahjes is married to Lori (Hoopingarner) Rahjes. They have four grown children and are small business owners. The 110th District is comprised of the counties of Norton, Phillips, Rooks, portions of Ellis (including the city of Ellis) and portions of Graham (including the city of Hill City).Submitted

Rahjes files for re-election to Kansas House

On this episode of Forward Ever; Leading in Challenging Times, Gary Shorman&nbsp;speaks with Fort Hays State University President Tisa Mason.

<div><iframe title="Forward Ever: Tisa Mason" height="400" width="400" style="border: none;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/media/player/srfpz-de6e23?from=yiiadmin&download=1&version=1&vjs=1&skin=3&auto=1&share=1&fonts=Helvetica&download=1&rtl=0&pbad=1"></iframe></div>On this episode of Forward Ever; Leading in Challenging Times, Gary Shorman&nbsp;speaks with Fort Hays State University President Tisa Mason.

🎤Forward Ever: FHSU President Tisa Mason

The Eagle Radio online auction will run from June 1 through June 21.&nbsp;

For a complete list of auction items and information on how to bid and buy, click <a href="https://hayspost.com/eagle-radio-auction-descriptions-of-items">HERE</a>.

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 </figure>The Eagle Radio online auction will run from June 1 through June 21.&nbsp;For a complete list of auction items and information on how to bid and buy, click <a href="https://hayspost.com/eagle-radio-auction-descriptions-of-items">HERE</a>.

Eagle Radio's online auction is underway!

The Hays Police Department responded to 11 animal calls and conducted 14 traffic stops Fri., May 22, 2020, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Mental Health Call--2200 block Canterbury Dr, Hays; 1:01 AM; 1:45 AM

MV Accident-Personal Injury--I-70 WB on ramp and Vine St, Hays; 8:34&nbsp; AM

Lost Animals ONLY--400 block E 5th St, Hays; 9:09 AM

Dead Animal Call--22nd St and Wheatland Ave, Hay; 9:57 AM

Welfare Check--1300 block E 33rd St, Hays; 9:59 AM

Lost Animals ONLY--300 block W 11th St, Hays; 11:52 AM

Found/Lost Property--4300 block Vine St, Hays; 11:59 AM

Found/Lost Property--4300 block Vine St, Hays; 12:32 PM

Suspicious Activity--300 block W 10th St, Hays; 1:03 PM

Lost Animals ONLY--200 block W 7th St, Hays; 1:40 PM

Traffic/Driving Complaint--33rd and Vine St, Hays; 1:52 PM

MV Accident-Private Property--4300 block Vine St, Hays; 1:56 PM

MV Accident-City Street/Alley--3300 block Vine St, Hay; 2:13 PM

Lost Animals ONLY--100 block E 19th St, Hays; 2:59 PM

Nonsupport of a Child--2000 block Main St, Hays; 3:18 PM

Criminal Trespass--4300 block Vine St, Hays; 5:11 PM

Suspicious Activity--200 block W 7th St, Hays; 5:52 PM; 6:01 PM

The Hays Police Department responded to 7 animal calls and conducted 46 traffic stops Sat., May 23, 2020, according to the HPD Activity Log.

 Driving Under the Influence--1500 block Ash St, Hays; 12:19:20 AM

Suspicious Person--3600 block Vine St, Hays; 1:02 AM

Disturbance - General--200 block W 19th St, Hays; 1:20 AM; 1:29 AM

Battery - simple--500 block W 7th St, Hays; 2:05 AM; 2:13 AM

Disturbance - Noise--2700 block Epworth St, Hays; 3:53 AM

Mental Health Call--2700 block Walnut St, Hays; 7:43 AM

Assist - Other (not MV)--3700 block Vine St, Hays; 9:07 AM

Violation of Restraining Order/PFA--1100 block E 27th St, Hays; 11 AM; 11:22 AM

Lost Animals ONLY--2500 block Indian Trl, Hays; 2:01 PM

MV Accident-City Street/Alley--1200 block Motz Ave, Hays; 4 PM

Drug Offenses--500 block E 8th St, Hays; 4:27 PM

Phone/Mail Scam--2700 block Thunderbird Dr, Hays; 4:41 PM

Lost Animals ONLY--8th and Ash St, Hays; 4:46 PM

Wildlife Incident--1300 block Douglas Dr, Hays; 4:56 PM

MV Accident-City Street/Alley--200 block Pershing Ct, Hays; 5/22 10:05 PM; 10:10 PM

Criminal Trespass--100 block E 7th St, Hays; 7:46 PM

Harassment, Telephone/FAX--1300 block E 33rd St, Hays; 8:53 PM

Criminal Damage to Property--1300 block Fort St, Hays; 10:02 PM

Civil Dispute--400 block W 16th St, Hays; 10:17 PM

Lost Animals ONLY--400 block E 11th St, Hays; 10:20 PM

Intoxicated Subject--1000 block E 8th St, Hays; 10:48 PM

MV Accident /DUI--1500 block Oak St, Hays; 11 PM

Driving Under the Influence--700 block E 7th St, Hays; 11:43 PM

The Hays Police Department responded to 4 animal calls and conducted 12 traffic stops Sun., May 24, 2020, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Suspicious Person--1500 block Main St, Hays; 12:44 AM

Driving Under the Influence--800 block Ash St, Hays; 1:02 AM

Alarm - Business--1800 block Vine St, Hays; 1:37 AM; 1:41 AM

Driving Under the Influence--500 block E 8th St, Hay; 1:40 AM

Intoxicated Subject-400 block W 8th St, Hays; 1:40 AM

Driving Under the Influence--1000 block Cody Ave, Hays; 3:10 AM

Violation of Restraining Order/PFA--500 block W 7th St, Hays; 1:10 AM; 1:45 AM

MV Accident /DUI--100 block W 17th St, Hays; 2:39 AM

Suspicious Person--2200 block E 22nd St, Hays; 10:11 AM

Criminal Trespass--1800 block E 27th St, Hays; 10:57 AM

Found/Lost Property--1100 block Fort St, Hays; 12:01 PM

Warrant Service (Fail to Appear)--1600 block Main St, Hays; 2:09 PM

Lost Animals ONLY--2000 block E 21st St, Hays; 3:10 PM

Dead Animal Call--41st and Country Lane, Hays; 4:04 PM

Shoplifting--4300 block Vine St, Hays; 4 PM; 4:25 PM

Shoplifting--4300 block Vine St, Hays; 5 PM; 5:35 PM

Animal At Large--730 block W 12th St, Hays; 6:24 PM

Mental Health Call--3500 block Fairway Dr, Hays; 7:04 PM

Sex Offense--2300 block Donald Dr, Hays; 12 AM; 10:30 AM

The Hays Police Department responded to 3 animal calls and conducted 22 traffic stops Mon., May 25, 2020, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Disturbance - Noise--600 block E 12th St, Hays; 12:02 AM

Found/Lost Property--200 block E 8th St, Hays; 12:25 AM

Driving Under the Influence--100 block W 8th St, Hays; 1:15 AM

Harassment, Telephone/FAX--1000 block Reservation Rd, Hays; 5/24; 1:34 AM; 5/25 1:13 AM

Criminal Trespass--2700 block Epworth St, Hays; 8:14 AM; 8:17 AM

Unwanted Person--3400 block Vine St, Hays; 9:54 AM

Lost Animals ONLY--300 block W 40th St, Hays; 10:34 AM

Bicycle - Lost,Found,Stolen--1000 block Downing Ave, Hay; 1:10 PM

Animal At Large--1000 block E 15th St, Hays; 4:35 PM

The Hays Police Department responded to 13 animal calls and conducted 13 traffic stops Tue., May 26, 2020, according to the HPD Activity Log.

 Animal At Large--1500 block US 183 Alt Hwy, Hays; 7:04 AM

Criminal Damage to Property--2200 block Centennial Blvd, Hays ; 7:10 AM; 7:20 AM

Sex Offense--2300 block Donald Dr, Hays; 10:45 AM

Animal At Large--3300 block Hall St, Hays; 11:30 AM

Mental Health Call--900 block Walnut St, Hays; 11:39 AM

Welfare Check--1900 block Holmes Rd, Hays; 11:54 AM

Welfare Check--3400 block Vine St, Hays; 12:01 PM

MV Accident-City Street/Alley 27th and Hall, Hays; 12:09 PM

Lewd/Lascivious Behavior--100 block E 19th St, Hays; 12:16 PM;&nbsp; 12:28 PM

Abandoned Vehicle--2000 block E 21st St, Hays; 1:01 PM

Unwanted Person--3600 block Vine St, Hays; 2:16 PM

Suspicious Activity--2500 block Vine St, Hays; 2:26 PM

Lost Animals ONLY--300 block 5th St, Hays; 3:11 PM

Animal At Large--1700 block Donald Dr, Hays; 3:26 PM

Unattended Death--2200 block Gen Custer Rd, Hays; 5/17; 5/20

Mental Health Call--400 block E 22nd St, Hays; 5:13 PM

Drug Offenses--200 block W 8th St, Hays; 6:58 PM

Theft (general)--1100 block E 27th St, Hays; 7:55 PM; 8:45 PM

Violation of Restraining Order/PFA--300 block W 16th St, Hays; 4:49 PM

Animal Bite Investigation--1500 block US 183 Alt Hwy, Hay; 9:59 PM

Suspicious Person--2700 block Epworth St, Hays; 9:50 PM; 10:10 PM

Harassment, Telephone/FAX--100 block E 5th St, Hays; 9 PM; 10:30 AM

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 </figure>The Hays Police Department responded to 11 animal calls and conducted 14 traffic stops Fri., May 22, 2020, according to the HPD Activity Log.Mental Health Call--2200 block Canterbury Dr, Hays; 1:01 AM; 1:45 AMMV Accident-Personal Injury--I-70 WB on ramp and Vine St, Hays; 8:34&nbsp; AMLost Animals ONLY--400 block E 5th St, Hays; 9:09 AMDead Animal Call--22nd St and Wheatland Ave, Hay; 9:57 AMWelfare Check--1300 block E 33rd St, Hays; 9:59 AMLost Animals ONLY--300 block W 11th St, Hays; 11:52 AMFound/Lost Property--4300 block Vine St, Hays; 11:59 AMFound/Lost Property--4300 block Vine St, Hays; 12:32 PMSuspicious Activity--300 block W 10th St, Hays; 1:03 PMLost Animals ONLY--200 block W 7th St, Hays; 1:40 PMTraffic/Driving Complaint--33rd and Vine St, Hays; 1:52 PMMV Accident-Private Property--4300 block Vine St, Hays; 1:56 PMMV Accident-City Street/Alley--3300 block Vine St, Hay; 2:13 PMLost Animals ONLY--100 block E 19th St, Hays; 2:59 PMNonsupport of a Child--2000 block Main St, Hays; 3:18 PMCriminal Trespass--4300 block Vine St, Hays; 5:11 PMSuspicious Activity--200 block W 7th St, Hays; 5:52 PM; 6:01 PMThe Hays Police Department responded to 7 animal calls and conducted 46 traffic stops Sat., May 23, 2020, according to the HPD Activity Log. Driving Under the Influence--1500 block Ash St, Hays; 12:19:20 AMSuspicious Person--3600 block Vine St, Hays; 1:02 AMDisturbance - General--200 block W 19th St, Hays; 1:20 AM; 1:29 AMBattery - simple--500 block W 7th St, Hays; 2:05 AM; 2:13 AMDisturbance - Noise--2700 block Epworth St, Hays; 3:53 AMMental Health Call--2700 block Walnut St, Hays; 7:43 AMAssist - Other (not MV)--3700 block Vine St, Hays; 9:07 AMViolation of Restraining Order/PFA--1100 block E 27th St, Hays; 11 AM; 11:22 AMLost Animals ONLY--2500 block Indian Trl, Hays; 2:01 PMMV Accident-City Street/Alley--1200 block Motz Ave, Hays; 4 PMDrug Offenses--500 block E 8th St, Hays; 4:27 PMPhone/Mail Scam--2700 block Thunderbird Dr, Hays; 4:41 PMLost Animals ONLY--8th and Ash St, Hays; 4:46 PMWildlife Incident--1300 block Douglas Dr, Hays; 4:56 PMMV Accident-City Street/Alley--200 block Pershing Ct, Hays; 5/22 10:05 PM; 10:10 PMCriminal Trespass--100 block E 7th St, Hays; 7:46 PMHarassment, Telephone/FAX--1300 block E 33rd St, Hays; 8:53 PMCriminal Damage to Property--1300 block Fort St, Hays; 10:02 PMCivil Dispute--400 block W 16th St, Hays; 10:17 PMLost Animals ONLY--400 block E 11th St, Hays; 10:20 PMIntoxicated Subject--1000 block E 8th St, Hays; 10:48 PMMV Accident /DUI--1500 block Oak St, Hays; 11 PMDriving Under the Influence--700 block E 7th St, Hays; 11:43 PMThe Hays Police Department responded to 4 animal calls and conducted 12 traffic stops Sun., May 24, 2020, according to the HPD Activity Log.Suspicious Person--1500 block Main St, Hays; 12:44 AMDriving Under the Influence--800 block Ash St, Hays; 1:02 AMAlarm - Business--1800 block Vine St, Hays; 1:37 AM; 1:41 AMDriving Under the Influence--500 block E 8th St, Hay; 1:40 AMIntoxicated Subject-400 block W 8th St, Hays; 1:40 AMDriving Under the Influence--1000 block Cody Ave, Hays; 3:10 AMViolation of Restraining Order/PFA--500 block W 7th St, Hays; 1:10 AM; 1:45 AMMV Accident /DUI--100 block W 17th St, Hays; 2:39 AMSuspicious Person--2200 block E 22nd St, Hays; 10:11 AMCriminal Trespass--1800 block E 27th St, Hays; 10:57 AMFound/Lost Property--1100 block Fort St, Hays; 12:01 PMWarrant Service (Fail to Appear)--1600 block Main St, Hays; 2:09 PMLost Animals ONLY--2000 block E 21st St, Hays; 3:10 PMDead Animal Call--41st and Country Lane, Hays; 4:04 PMShoplifting--4300 block Vine St, Hays; 4 PM; 4:25 PMShoplifting--4300 block Vine St, Hays; 5 PM; 5:35 PMAnimal At Large--730 block W 12th St, Hays; 6:24 PMMental Health Call--3500 block Fairway Dr, Hays; 7:04 PMSex Offense--2300 block Donald Dr, Hays; 12 AM; 10:30 AMThe Hays Police Department responded to 3 animal calls and conducted 22 traffic stops Mon., May 25, 2020, according to the HPD Activity Log.Disturbance - Noise--600 block E 12th St, Hays; 12:02 AMFound/Lost Property--200 block E 8th St, Hays; 12:25 AMDriving Under the Influence--100 block W 8th St, Hays; 1:15 AMHarassment, Telephone/FAX--1000 block Reservation Rd, Hays; 5/24; 1:34 AM; 5/25 1:13 AMCriminal Trespass--2700 block Epworth St, Hays; 8:14 AM; 8:17 AMUnwanted Person--3400 block Vine St, Hays; 9:54 AMLost Animals ONLY--300 block W 40th St, Hays; 10:34 AMBicycle - Lost,Found,Stolen--1000 block Downing Ave, Hay; 1:10 PMAnimal At Large--1000 block E 15th St, Hays; 4:35 PMFound/Lost Property Hays; 5:26 PMThe Hays Police Department responded to 13 animal calls and conducted 13 traffic stops Tue., May 26, 2020, according to the HPD Activity Log. Animal At Large--1500 block US 183 Alt Hwy, Hays; 7:04 AMCriminal Damage to Property--2200 block Centennial Blvd, Hays ; 7:10 AM; 7:20 AMSex Offense--2300 block Donald Dr, Hays; 10:45 AMAnimal At Large--3300 block Hall St, Hays; 11:30 AMMental Health Call--900 block Walnut St, Hays; 11:39 AMWelfare Check--1900 block Holmes Rd, Hays; 11:54 AMWelfare Check--3400 block Vine St, Hays; 12:01 PMMV Accident-City Street/Alley 27th and Hall, Hays; 12:09 PMLewd/Lascivious Behavior--100 block E 19th St, Hays; 12:16 PM;&nbsp; 12:28 PMAbandoned Vehicle--2000 block E 21st St, Hays; 1:01 PMUnwanted Person--3600 block Vine St, Hays; 2:16 PMSuspicious Activity--2500 block Vine St, Hays; 2:26 PMLost Animals ONLY--300 block 5th St, Hays; 3:11 PMAnimal At Large--1700 block Donald Dr, Hays; 3:26 PMUnattended Death--2200 block Gen Custer Rd, Hays; 5/17; 5/20Mental Health Call--400 block E 22nd St, Hays; 5:13 PMDrug Offenses--200 block W 8th St, Hays; 6:58 PMTheft (general)--1100 block E 27th St, Hays; 7:55 PM; 8:45 PMViolation of Restraining Order/PFA--300 block W 16th St, Hays; 4:49 PMAnimal Bite Investigation--1500 block US 183 Alt Hwy, Hay; 9:59 PMSuspicious Person--2700 block Epworth St, Hays; 9:50 PM; 10:10 PMHarassment, Telephone/FAX--100 block E 5th St, Hays; 9 PM; 10:30 AMThe Hays Police Department responded to 7 animal calls and conducted 10 traffic stops Wed., May 27, 2020, according to the HPD Activity Log. Lost Animals ONLY--2500 block Vine St, Hays; 2:28 AMDriving Under the Influence--3600 block Vine St, Hays; 3:22 AMCivil Dispute--100 block W 12th St, Hay; 6:27 AMCivil Dispute--400 block E 17th St, Hays; 1:03 PMSuspicious Activity--2200 block Canterbury Dr, Hays; 1:06 PMMV Accident-City Street/Alley--600 block E 17th St, Hays; 2:35 PMAnimal At Large--400 block W 14th St, Hays; 3:35 PMCriminal Damage to Property--1000 block E 37th St, Hays; 5:22 PMDisturbance - General--700 block E 6th St, Hays; 8:56 PMSuspicious Activity--1600 block E 41st St, Hays; 6:30 PM; 9 PMSuspicious Activity--1200 block Vine St, Hays; 9:03 PM; 9:10 PMWelfare Check--3700 block Vine St, Hays; 9:17 PMTraffic/Driving Complaint--1500 block Dechant Rd, Hays; 9:38 PMBattery - Domestic--700 block E 6th St, Hays; 11:20 PM<figure>
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