Byron Kent Miller, 75, of
Thornton, Colorado, passed away Saturday, May 17, 2025 after a lengthy battle
with numerous health issues.&nbsp; He was born
on May 24, 1949, in Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp;
The son of Raymond and Ruth (Karst) Miller.

Byron graduated from Hoisington
High School in the Class of ’67 and later received his Bachelor of Science in
Education from Emporia State Teachers College in Emporia, Kansas in May of
1971.&nbsp; While at Emporia State, Byron
served 2 years in the US Air Force Reserves under the Delayed Enlistment
Program, being honorably discharged from the Reserves in September of 1971 to
become fully inducted into the US Air Force.&nbsp;
While in the Air Force, he earned his Master of Arts Degree from the
University of Northern Colorado and was later honorably discharged from the Air
Force in June of 1977.

Byron was employed as a Math
Teacher/Department Chair at Adams County 12 school District in November of 1978
in Thornton, Colorado.&nbsp; He faithfully
served many years in that capacity until his retirement in 2016.

Byron is survived by his
siblings; Janice McCubbin and husband Lee, Randall Miller and Richard Miller
and wife Carla; along with the nephews, Scott McCubbin and Ryan Miller and
Niece Rylee Miller as well as extended family and friends.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents.

Cremation was selected by the
family.&nbsp; A graveside memorial service
will be held at 1 P.M. on Friday, October 17, 2025, at the Russell City
Cemetery in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler
Mortuary of Russell, Kansas is in charge of the graveside services.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760548252480.jpeg" alt="Byron Kent Miller" />
 <figcaption>Byron Kent Miller</figcaption>
 </figure>Byron Kent Miller, 75, of
Thornton, Colorado, passed away Saturday, May 17, 2025 after a lengthy battle
with numerous health issues.&nbsp; He was born
on May 24, 1949, in Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp;
The son of Raymond and Ruth (Karst) Miller.Byron graduated from Hoisington
High School in the Class of ’67 and later received his Bachelor of Science in
Education from Emporia State Teachers College in Emporia, Kansas in May of
1971.&nbsp; While at Emporia State, Byron
served 2 years in the US Air Force Reserves under the Delayed Enlistment
Program, being honorably discharged from the Reserves in September of 1971 to
become fully inducted into the US Air Force.&nbsp;
While in the Air Force, he earned his Master of Arts Degree from the
University of Northern Colorado and was later honorably discharged from the Air
Force in June of 1977.Byron was employed as a Math
Teacher/Department Chair at Adams County 12 school District in November of 1978
in Thornton, Colorado.&nbsp; He faithfully
served many years in that capacity until his retirement in 2016.Byron is survived by his
siblings; Janice McCubbin and husband Lee, Randall Miller and Richard Miller
and wife Carla; along with the nephews, Scott McCubbin and Ryan Miller and
Niece Rylee Miller as well as extended family and friends.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents.Cremation was selected by the
family.&nbsp; A graveside memorial service
will be held at 1 P.M. on Friday, October 17, 2025, at the Russell City
Cemetery in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler
Mortuary of Russell, Kansas is in charge of the graveside services.

Byron Kent Miller

SALINE COUNTY —On Monday, the Salina Police Department was made aware of a parking incident which occurred a week prior, on Monday October 6, with a marked Salina Police Department patrol car parking in a handicapped designated parking space at a south Salina business. This matter was brought to the Department’s attention by a private citizen and was not raised by anyone associated with that business, according to Salina Police&nbsp;Lt. Andrew Zeigler.

"The Salina Police Department takes complaints from citizens very seriously as we see it as an opportunity to examine our day-in-and-day-out operations and provides us the perspective and concerns of the community. This incident has given us the opportunity to look into the concerns of our citizens internally and operationally. The matter has been looked into to understand all the circumstances around it, including speaking with the employees of the private business."

"The on duty Salina Police Officer was conducting follow-up on an ongoing criminal investigation at the time of the incident and parked in the only available parking space at the business." according to&nbsp;Lt. Zeigler

A photograph was taken of the patrol car. The photograph was later forwarded on and was eventually passed on to the Police Department. The Salina Police Officer who was driving the patrol car at the time was contacted and is being addressed as an internal matter. The Salina Police Department is also taking steps internally to ensure all officers are following Kansas traffic codes as it pertains to police operations as well as Salina Police Department and City of Salina policies.

"The Salina Police Department thanked the community members for raising their concerns with us and we strive to review our actions on a daily basis to do better and always provide the highest standard of service to the City."

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760545383496.png" alt="Photo Salina Police" />
 <figcaption>Photo Salina Police</figcaption>
 </figure>SALINE COUNTY —On Monday, the Salina Police Department was made aware of a parking incident which occurred a week prior, on Monday October 6, with a marked Salina Police Department patrol car parking in a handicapped designated parking space at a south Salina business. This matter was brought to the Department’s attention by a private citizen and was not raised by anyone associated with that business, according to Salina Police&nbsp;Lt. Andrew Zeigler."The Salina Police Department takes complaints from citizens very seriously as we see it as an opportunity to examine our day-in-and-day-out operations and provides us the perspective and concerns of the community. This incident has given us the opportunity to look into the concerns of our citizens internally and operationally. The matter has been looked into to understand all the circumstances around it, including speaking with the employees of the private business.""The on duty Salina Police Officer was conducting follow-up on an ongoing criminal investigation at the time of the incident and parked in the only available parking space at the business." according to&nbsp;Lt. ZeiglerA photograph was taken of the patrol car. The photograph was later forwarded on and was eventually passed on to the Police Department. The Salina Police Officer who was driving the patrol car at the time was contacted and is being addressed as an internal matter. The Salina Police Department is also taking steps internally to ensure all officers are following Kansas traffic codes as it pertains to police operations as well as Salina Police Department and City of Salina policies."The Salina Police Department thanked the community members for raising their concerns with us and we strive to review our actions on a daily basis to do better and always provide the highest standard of service to the City."

Why Kansas officer was parking in handicapped only space 

Congratulations to King and Queen, Tracyn Bollig and Sienna Schmidt, who were crowned at our football game on Friday, October 10, 2025.   Ellis High School had an amazing week celebrating homecoming! The overall spirit winners were the sophomores from the Class of 2028. The senior class won for the best float, which featured a Disney Cars theme. The faculty and staff came together as a strong team and easily defeated all the student classes in volleyball. It was a fantastic week to be a Railer!

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760460984941.jpeg" alt="(Back row left to right): Candidate Carson Schartz, son of Jake and Jennifer Schartz; King Tracyn Bollig, son of Preston and Annie Bollig; Candidate Jaren Frickey, son of Brian and Michelle Frickey.&nbsp;(Front row left to right): Candidate Avery Boydston, daughter of Monte and Deidre Boydston; Crown Bearer Layton Bittel, son of Logan and Courtney Bittel; Queen Sienna Schmidt, daughter of Dick and Shannon Schmidt; Flower Girl Brynlee Honas, daughter of Cody and Megan Honas; Candidate Raegan Jimenez, daughter of Javi and Jessica Jimenez." />
 <figcaption>(Back row left to right): Candidate Carson Schartz, son of Jake and Jennifer Schartz; King Tracyn Bollig, son of Preston and Annie Bollig; Candidate Jaren Frickey, son of Brian and Michelle Frickey.&nbsp;(Front row left to right): Candidate Avery Boydston, daughter of Monte and Deidre Boydston; Crown Bearer Layton Bittel, son of Logan and Courtney Bittel; Queen Sienna Schmidt, daughter of Dick and Shannon Schmidt; Flower Girl Brynlee Honas, daughter of Cody and Megan Honas; Candidate Raegan Jimenez, daughter of Javi and Jessica Jimenez.</figcaption>
 </figure>SubmittedCongratulations to King and Queen, Tracyn Bollig and Sienna Schmidt, who were crowned at our football game on Friday, October 10, 2025. Ellis High School had an amazing week celebrating homecoming! The overall spirit winners were the sophomores from the Class of 2028. The senior class won for the best float, which featured a Disney Cars theme. The faculty and staff came together as a strong team and easily defeated all the student classes in volleyball. It was a fantastic week to be a Railer!

2025 Ellis High School Homecoming Royalty Court

Philip Daniel, film/dance composer and touring artist from Lincoln, Nebraska will be the next WPAA artist in concert He will do school workshops for students in St. Francis at 10:00 am and Colby at 12:50 pm on Thursday, October 16th. The evening of the 16th, he will perform a concert in the Cultural Arts Center in Colby for the general public.

The workshops and the concert will be free to all those in attendance, thanks to the support from the Thomas County Community Foundation, the Cheyenne County Community, and the Dan Hansen Foundation. Everyone is invited to come join this free evening concert.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760390614020.png" alt="Philip Daniel. Courtesy photo" />
 <figcaption>Philip Daniel. Courtesy photo</figcaption>
 </figure>SubmittedPhilip Daniel, film/dance composer and touring artist from Lincoln, Nebraska will be the next WPAA artist in concert He will do school workshops for students in St. Francis at 10:00 am and Colby at 12:50 pm on Thursday, October 16th. The evening of the 16th, he will perform a concert in the Cultural Arts Center in Colby for the general public.The workshops and the concert will be free to all those in attendance, thanks to the support from the Thomas County Community Foundation, the Cheyenne County Community, and the Dan Hansen Foundation. Everyone is invited to come join this free evening concert.

Film, dance composer to perform free concert in Colby Oct. 16

Little progress has been made to end&nbsp;the government shutdown&nbsp;as it enters its third week. On Tuesday, Senate chaplain, Retired Rear-Admiral Barry Black, asked&nbsp;the Lord to bring a ceasefire to "our legislative combat."

The shutdown&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/government-shutdown-congress-trump-health-care-54b2a584657a0b619bc8326708a05604">began on Oct. 1</a>&nbsp;after Democrats rejected a short-term funding fix and demanded that the bill include an extension of&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/health-care-subsidies-congress-shutdown-democrats-republicans-bb3464820a347fd2c0399e78e335881e">federal subsidies for health insurance</a>&nbsp;under the Affordable Care Act. Trump and other Republican leaders have said the government must reopen before they will negotiate with Democrats on the health subsidies.

Little progress has been made to end&nbsp;the government shutdown&nbsp;as it enters its third week. On Tuesday, Senate chaplain, Retired Rear-Admiral Barry Black, asked&nbsp;the Lord to bring a ceasefire to "our legislative combat."<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">&quot;Thank You for the ceasefire between Gaza and Israel ... And Lord, bring a ceasefire to our legislative combat.&quot; -- Senate chaplain Black opening prayer <a href="https://t.co/GqbDFoY3Ur">pic.twitter.com/GqbDFoY3Ur</a>&mdash; Howard Mortman (@HowardMortman) <a href="https://twitter.com/HowardMortman/status/1978187423889698995?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 14, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The shutdown&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/government-shutdown-congress-trump-health-care-54b2a584657a0b619bc8326708a05604">began on Oct. 1</a>&nbsp;after Democrats rejected a short-term funding fix and demanded that the bill include an extension of&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/health-care-subsidies-congress-shutdown-democrats-republicans-bb3464820a347fd2c0399e78e335881e">federal subsidies for health insurance</a>&nbsp;under the Affordable Care Act. Trump and other Republican leaders have said the government must reopen before they will negotiate with Democrats on the health subsidies.

🎥Senate chaplain prays for "ceasefire" to end government shutdown

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Wednesday, October 15 KAYS: Hawk Talk with Lance Leipold, 6:00pm

Friday, October 17 KAYS: Fort Hays State VB vs. Central Oklahoma, 5:45pm KKQY: Hill City FB at Stockton, 6:00pm KFIX: Hays High FB vs. Great Bend, 6:30pm KHAZ: TMP-Marian FB at Syracuse, 6:30pm

Saturday, October 18 KJLS: Fort Hays State FB at Northwest Missouri State, 12:30pm

Sunday, October 19 KFIX: Kansas City Chiefs FB vs. Los Vegas Raiders, 11:00am

KAYS - (1400/94.3) KFIX - (96.9) KHAZ - (99.5) KJLS - (103.3) KKQY - (101.9)Wednesday, October 15 KAYS: Hawk Talk with Lance Leipold, 6:00pmThursday, October 16 noneFriday, October 17 KAYS: Fort Hays State VB vs. Central Oklahoma, 5:45pm KKQY: Hill City FB at Stockton, 6:00pm KFIX: Hays High FB vs. Great Bend, 6:30pm KHAZ: TMP-Marian FB at Syracuse, 6:30pmSaturday, October 18 KJLS: Fort Hays State FB at Northwest Missouri State, 12:30pmSunday, October 19 KFIX: Kansas City Chiefs FB vs. Los Vegas Raiders, 11:00am

🎧 Eagle Radio, Hull sports broadcast schedule

SEDGWICK COUNTY – On October 14, 2025, Investigators with the Wichita Police Department arrested a 15-year-old suspect for the shooting of a 30-year-old man after he was found burglarizing the victim’s car. 

The suspect was released from the hospital and booked into the Sedgwick County Juvenile Detention Facility on charges of Attempted Second-Degree Murder, Aggravated Battery, Burglary to Auto, and Juvenile in Possession of a Firearm.

This case has now been formally charged. All further inquiries should be directed to the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office.

SEDGWICK COUNTY — Family and friends are working to raise funds for a Kansas teacher wounded in a shooting Saturday night in Wichita.

Officers responded to the&nbsp;400 block of South Vassar and found two male victims 30-year-old Kevin Norfleet, who teaches at Maize High School and a 15-year-old both suffering from gunshot wounds, according to Officer Kris Gupilan. EMS transported both to a local hospital where they remain in critical condition.

Investigators learned Norfleet, identified from an online fundraiser, went outside after seeing the 15-year-old rummaging through his vehicle. The 15-year-old then fired a weapon, striking Norfleet. He returned fire, hitting the 15-year-old.

<a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/donations-for-kevin-norfleet-and-family">Click here to view</a>&nbsp;the online fundraiser that provides more details on the incident. "Kevin is a beloved husband, father, and son. He's a high school teacher here in town and is loved by so many."

"On Saturday night, September 27th, Kevin was shot multiple times by someone attempting to break into his car at his home in Wichita."

"Kevin is receiving excellent care in a surgical intensive care unit in town. There have been multiple surgeries already performed to save his life and more surgery ahead once he is more stable. His doctors say it will be weeks before he leaves the hospital, and even longer before he can go home to his wife and son, as he'll need extensive rehab."

"All funds raised here will go directly to his wife and son, to support them through this time and especially to pay future medical bills, which are sure to be astronomical. Any help is truly appreciated."

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1759228557815.png" alt="Police on the scene of the investigation photo courtesy KWCH" />
 <figcaption>Police on the scene of the investigation photo courtesy KWCH</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY – On October 14, 2025, Investigators with the Wichita Police Department arrested a 15-year-old suspect for the shooting of a 30-year-old man after he was found burglarizing the victim’s car. The suspect was released from the hospital and booked into the Sedgwick County Juvenile Detention Facility on charges of Attempted Second-Degree Murder, Aggravated Battery, Burglary to Auto, and Juvenile in Possession of a Firearm.This case has now been formally charged. All further inquiries should be directed to the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office.SEDGWICK COUNTY — Family and friends are working to raise funds for a Kansas teacher wounded in a shooting Saturday night in Wichita.Officers responded to the&nbsp;400 block of South Vassar and found two male victims 30-year-old Kevin Norfleet, who teaches at Maize High School and a 15-year-old both suffering from gunshot wounds, according to Officer Kris Gupilan. EMS transported both to a local hospital where they remain in critical condition.Investigators learned Norfleet, identified from an online fundraiser, went outside after seeing the 15-year-old rummaging through his vehicle. The 15-year-old then fired a weapon, striking Norfleet. He returned fire, hitting the 15-year-old.<a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/donations-for-kevin-norfleet-and-family">Click here to view</a>&nbsp;the online fundraiser that provides more details on the incident. "Kevin is a beloved husband, father, and son. He's a high school teacher here in town and is loved by so many.""On Saturday night, September 27th, Kevin was shot multiple times by someone attempting to break into his car at his home in Wichita.""Kevin is receiving excellent care in a surgical intensive care unit in town. There have been multiple surgeries already performed to save his life and more surgery ahead once he is more stable. His doctors say it will be weeks before he leaves the hospital, and even longer before he can go home to his wife and son, as he'll need extensive rehab.""All funds raised here will go directly to his wife and son, to support them through this time and especially to pay future medical bills, which are sure to be astronomical. Any help is truly appreciated."

15-year-old Kan. burglary suspect, wounded in gunfight, moved from hospital

The Hays Arts Council is excited to announce the launch of Block Party on the Bricks, a new community event set for Saturday, November 1, from 3–7 p.m. on 11th Street, just east of Main Street.

The event will showcase a wide range of artistic talent, including live music, interactive demonstrations, and a community mural. Confirmed performances include Cactus Collateral, Star Slinger, Flyover, the High Plains Barbershop Chorus, the FHSU Pep Band, and a featured duo from Reprise with Adrian Normandin and McKynlee Strecklein.

Art demonstrations will bring creativity to the streets with an aluminum pour by the FHSU Sculpture Club, screen printing, collaborative weaving, wheel throwing, oil painting, and watercolor. Many of these artists will also have work for sale. The newly formed FHSU Palette Society will lead a community mural project, inviting the public to leave their mark on the event.

“This is such an exciting moment for the Hays Arts Council,” said Brittney Squire, Board President. “While our renovation campaign has rightly been a major focus, we also wanted to create a new signature event that celebrates the creativity of our community and builds momentum for all the opportunities we’ll have in our updated space. Block Party on the Bricks is a chance to come together, enjoy incredible local talent, and support the arts in a really engaging way.”

Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the gate and are available now at <a href="http://givebutter.com/c/HACblockpARTy">givebutter.com/c/HACblockpARTy</a>. Tickets include admission; street food and specialty adult drinks will be available for purchase courtesy of local partners Gella’s Diner &amp; Lb. Brewing, Mixto Cocktail Bar (coming soon), and The Paisley Pear Wine Bar &amp; Bistro. Attendees can also purchase original art and band merchandise during the event.

As part of the celebration, the Hays Arts Council is also hosting “All in Good ART", an online art auction and exhibit featuring donated works from local artists. The exhibit will run October 20–November 14 at the Hays Arts Center, with online bidding available throughout.

“I’m so grateful for the incredible team working behind the scenes on this event. Their dedication and hard work alongside the amazing artists, musicians, and community partners truly reflects the spirit of the Hays Arts Council,” said Chandler Reich, Executive Director for the Hays Arts Council. “It’s inspiring to see so many people come together to support and celebrate the arts in our community.”

The planning committee includes Linda Ganstrom, Schamra Dethridge, Brittany Gorelick, Amiyah Gonzales-Brown, Jennifer McClure, Megan Pfannenstiel, Colin Schmitberger, Dean Stramel, Janet Stramel, Josh Tanguay, Diana Unrein, and Amy Warfield. The team is also joined by FHSU Leadership 310 students Hailee Bingham, Reese Frauendorfer, and Eli Koerperich. Special thanks go to Scott Gross for design support and to the Downtown Hays Development Corporation for their partnership.

The Hays Arts Council is still seeking sponsors for the event. For details, contact the Event Marketing Team: Brittney Squire (brittneymsquire@gmail.com) or Megan Pfannenstiel (megepfan@gmail.com).

For more information about the Hays Arts Council and its programs, visit <a href="https://haysartscouncil.org/">www.haysartscouncil.org</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760391103570.jpg" alt="Courtesy of Pixabay" />
 <figcaption>Courtesy of Pixabay</figcaption>
 </figure>Hays Arts CouncilThe Hays Arts Council is excited to announce the launch of Block Party on the Bricks, a new community event set for Saturday, November 1, from 3–7 p.m. on 11th Street, just east of Main Street.The event will showcase a wide range of artistic talent, including live music, interactive demonstrations, and a community mural. Confirmed performances include Cactus Collateral, Star Slinger, Flyover, the High Plains Barbershop Chorus, the FHSU Pep Band, and a featured duo from Reprise with Adrian Normandin and McKynlee Strecklein.Art demonstrations will bring creativity to the streets with an aluminum pour by the FHSU Sculpture Club, screen printing, collaborative weaving, wheel throwing, oil painting, and watercolor. Many of these artists will also have work for sale. The newly formed FHSU Palette Society will lead a community mural project, inviting the public to leave their mark on the event.“This is such an exciting moment for the Hays Arts Council,” said Brittney Squire, Board President. “While our renovation campaign has rightly been a major focus, we also wanted to create a new signature event that celebrates the creativity of our community and builds momentum for all the opportunities we’ll have in our updated space. Block Party on the Bricks is a chance to come together, enjoy incredible local talent, and support the arts in a really engaging way.”<div><iframe title="Hays Arts Council launches new event: Block Party on the Bricks" allowtransparency="true" height="300" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:300px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?from=embed&i=ca7d2-1994f07-pb&square=1&share=1&download=1&fonts=Arial&skin=3267a3&font-color=auto&rtl=0&logo_link=podcast_page&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=300" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the gate and are available now at <a href="http://givebutter.com/c/HACblockpARTy">givebutter.com/c/HACblockpARTy</a>. Tickets include admission; street food and specialty adult drinks will be available for purchase courtesy of local partners Gella’s Diner &amp; Lb. Brewing, Mixto Cocktail Bar (coming soon), and The Paisley Pear Wine Bar &amp; Bistro. Attendees can also purchase original art and band merchandise during the event.As part of the celebration, the Hays Arts Council is also hosting “All in Good ART", an online art auction and exhibit featuring donated works from local artists. The exhibit will run October 20–November 14 at the Hays Arts Center, with online bidding available throughout.“I’m so grateful for the incredible team working behind the scenes on this event. Their dedication and hard work alongside the amazing artists, musicians, and community partners truly reflects the spirit of the Hays Arts Council,” said Chandler Reich, Executive Director for the Hays Arts Council. “It’s inspiring to see so many people come together to support and celebrate the arts in our community.”The planning committee includes Linda Ganstrom, Schamra Dethridge, Brittany Gorelick, Amiyah Gonzales-Brown, Jennifer McClure, Megan Pfannenstiel, Colin Schmitberger, Dean Stramel, Janet Stramel, Josh Tanguay, Diana Unrein, and Amy Warfield. The team is also joined by FHSU Leadership 310 students Hailee Bingham, Reese Frauendorfer, and Eli Koerperich. Special thanks go to Scott Gross for design support and to the Downtown Hays Development Corporation for their partnership.The Hays Arts Council is still seeking sponsors for the event. For details, contact the Event Marketing Team: Brittney Squire (brittneymsquire@gmail.com) or Megan Pfannenstiel (megepfan@gmail.com).For more information about the Hays Arts Council and its programs, visit <a href="https://haysartscouncil.org/">www.haysartscouncil.org</a>

🎙Hays Arts Council launches new event: Block Party on the Bricks

CAIRO (AP) — As&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/israel-hamas-war">the Gaza ceasefire</a>&nbsp;holds, Hamas security forces have returned to the streets, clashed with armed groups and killed alleged gangsters in what the militant group says is an attempt to restore law and order in areas where Israeli troops have withdrawn.

The show of force, welcomed by some Palestinians after months of lawlessness, could threaten the truce now that&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/israel-palestinians-hamas-gaza-hostage-release-9878d227949f0521fcf548a6fae3c1ca">all the living hostages</a>&nbsp;taken in Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, attack have been released.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has repeatedly said the war will not end until Hamas has been dismantled, and U.S.&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/gaza-israel-hamas-palestinians-peace-plan-ce2e84de8aa5fd308fe751ae9c3118e8">President Donald Trump’s ceasefire plan</a>&nbsp;calls for Hamas to disarm and hand power over to an internationally supervised body that has yet to be formed.

Hamas has not fully accepted those terms, saying more negotiations are needed. It says it is willing to hand over power to other Palestinians but will not allow chaos to prevail during the transition. Israelis fear that as long as Hamas is armed, it will exercise influence in Gaza —&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/israel-palestinians-hamas-war-offensive-militants-ceasefire-41baad28c5fbbfa76755238149d7bc78">and could rebuild its military capabilities</a>&nbsp;— even if an independent body exercises nominal rule.

Trump said Tuesday that Hamas had taken out “a couple of gangs that were very bad,” and killed a number of gang members. “That didn’t bother me much, to be honest with you,” he said.

But he reiterated his demand for Hamas to lay down its arms, saying: “They will disarm, and if they don’t do so, we will disarm them, and it’ll happen quickly and perhaps violently.”

The Hamas-run police maintained a high degree of public security after the militants seized power in Gaza 18 years ago while also cracking down on dissent. They largely melted away in recent months as Israeli forces seized large areas of Gaza and targeted Hamas security forces with airstrikes.

Powerful local families and armed gangs —&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/netanyahu-palestinian-clans-activated-armed-8f2461f5253550d0a4ce4ea661c580ef">including some anti-Hamas factions backed by Israel</a>&nbsp;— stepped into the void.&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/israel-palestinians-hamas-war-aid-un-ghf-567c5bffd5d7ae4cc54ea0816a159f8f">Many are accused</a>&nbsp;of hijacking humanitarian aid and selling it for profit, contributing to Gaza’s&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/palestinians-gaza-children-starvation-israel-netanyahu-0549e843c24fe7f20f1e7ce085502450">starvation crisis</a>.

Nahed Sheheiber, head of Gaza’s private truckers union, said Hamas was acting against gangs that had terrorized people in areas controlled by Israel.

“Those gangs looted aid and killed people under the protection of the (Israeli) occupation,” he told The Associated Press, saying they operated in so-called red zones where Israel had ordered people to evacuate. The Israeli military did not respond to a request for comment.

Over the weekend, Hamas-led fighters clashed with an armed group in Gaza City affiliated with the powerful Doghmush family after the killing of Mohammed Aqel, a Hamas militant, on Friday.

Aqel’s family said in a statement that militiamen had kidnapped him, robbed him and killed him. Another family, the al-Muqaid, said the gang ambushed five of its members when they returned to their homes and robbed them, killing one and leaving another in intensive care.

Residents of the area, who spoke on condition of anonymity out of security concerns, said the gang, led by Hussam Doghmush, was known to loot aid convoys and rob abandoned homes in areas controlled by the Israeli military. They said Doghmush was among some two dozen people killed in the clashes with Hamas, including a local journalist and a son of a senior Hamas official based outside Gaza.

Hamas-linked Telegram channels said Hamas had targeted “collaborators and traitors” working with Israel. The Hamas-run Sahm security force, which says it targets looters and other criminals, shared footage that appeared to show its forces killing eight people execution-style in the streets as people cheered. It said the detainees were gangsters.

The Gaza-based Al Mezan Center for Human Rights and the Palestinian Independent Commission for Human Rights denounced the extrajudicial killings by Hamas.

The Doghmush family initially denounced the gang and distanced itself from it. Two days later, it issued another statement condemning Hamas’ response, saying there was no need for “this brutality.”

Saeed Abu Elaish, a medic from the northern Jabaliya refugee camp who fled to central Gaza last month, said he had seen police return to the streets and welcomed it as a first step toward restoring “some kind of normalcy and safety” after two years of ruinous war.

Netanyahu has hinted he will resume military operations if Hamas is not disarmed peacefully.

The Hamas-run Interior Ministry has announced a weeklong amnesty, saying gang members not implicated in bloodshed can turn themselves in and have their records expunged. Those who do not will face arrest and prosecution, it said.

“No one will be allowed to undermine public security or the rights of citizens,” the ministry said in a statement, calling it a “a final warning.”

Hossam al-Astal, the leader of an anti-Hamas militia in southern Gaza with apparent links to Israel, rejected the warning.

“To all the Hamas rats, your tunnels are destroyed, your rights don’t exist anymore. Repent before it is too late — there is no Hamas from today onward,” he wrote on Facebook.

Al-Astal who was imprisoned by Hamas before the war on allegations of drug smuggling, established an armed group late last year that operates in areas controlled by Israel. He appears to have joined forces with Yasser Abu Shabab, who leads a similar armed group in the Israeli-controlled southern city of Rafah that has a history of looting aid convoys.

Israel&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/gaza-armed-groups-hamas-israel-looting-b3033fd46a25a6382c8e13d3b4ae7f42">has acknowledged supporting Abu Shabab and others</a>&nbsp;opposed to Hamas, while denying any involvement in the looting of aid.

The presence of such groups could complicate talks over Hamas’ disarmament. The militants have expressed willingness to hand over offensive weapons like rockets to a Palestinian or Arab body but say they need lighter weapons like assault rifles to defend themselves, according to Arab officials who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss the sensitive ceasefire talks.

CAIRO (AP) — As&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/israel-hamas-war">the Gaza ceasefire</a>&nbsp;holds, Hamas security forces have returned to the streets, clashed with armed groups and killed alleged gangsters in what the militant group says is an attempt to restore law and order in areas where Israeli troops have withdrawn.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Trump on Hamas: &quot;If they don&#39;t disarm, we will disarm them.&quot; <a href="https://t.co/YMEQRcpxjd">pic.twitter.com/YMEQRcpxjd</a>&mdash; Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) <a href="https://twitter.com/atrupar/status/1978165569670054001?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 14, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The show of force, welcomed by some Palestinians after months of lawlessness, could threaten the truce now that&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/israel-palestinians-hamas-gaza-hostage-release-9878d227949f0521fcf548a6fae3c1ca">all the living hostages</a>&nbsp;taken in Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, attack have been released.Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has repeatedly said the war will not end until Hamas has been dismantled, and U.S.&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/gaza-israel-hamas-palestinians-peace-plan-ce2e84de8aa5fd308fe751ae9c3118e8">President Donald Trump’s ceasefire plan</a>&nbsp;calls for Hamas to disarm and hand power over to an internationally supervised body that has yet to be formed.Hamas has not fully accepted those terms, saying more negotiations are needed. It says it is willing to hand over power to other Palestinians but will not allow chaos to prevail during the transition. Israelis fear that as long as Hamas is armed, it will exercise influence in Gaza —&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/israel-palestinians-hamas-war-offensive-militants-ceasefire-41baad28c5fbbfa76755238149d7bc78">and could rebuild its military capabilities</a>&nbsp;— even if an independent body exercises nominal rule.Trump said Tuesday that Hamas had taken out “a couple of gangs that were very bad,” and killed a number of gang members. “That didn’t bother me much, to be honest with you,” he said.But he reiterated his demand for Hamas to lay down its arms, saying: “They will disarm, and if they don’t do so, we will disarm them, and it’ll happen quickly and perhaps violently.”<h2>Breakdown in security</h2>The Hamas-run police maintained a high degree of public security after the militants seized power in Gaza 18 years ago while also cracking down on dissent. They largely melted away in recent months as Israeli forces seized large areas of Gaza and targeted Hamas security forces with airstrikes.Powerful local families and armed gangs —&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/netanyahu-palestinian-clans-activated-armed-8f2461f5253550d0a4ce4ea661c580ef">including some anti-Hamas factions backed by Israel</a>&nbsp;— stepped into the void.&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/israel-palestinians-hamas-war-aid-un-ghf-567c5bffd5d7ae4cc54ea0816a159f8f">Many are accused</a>&nbsp;of hijacking humanitarian aid and selling it for profit, contributing to Gaza’s&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/palestinians-gaza-children-starvation-israel-netanyahu-0549e843c24fe7f20f1e7ce085502450">starvation crisis</a>.Nahed Sheheiber, head of Gaza’s private truckers union, said Hamas was acting against gangs that had terrorized people in areas controlled by Israel.“Those gangs looted aid and killed people under the protection of the (Israeli) occupation,” he told The Associated Press, saying they operated in so-called red zones where Israel had ordered people to evacuate. The Israeli military did not respond to a request for comment.Over the weekend, Hamas-led fighters clashed with an armed group in Gaza City affiliated with the powerful Doghmush family after the killing of Mohammed Aqel, a Hamas militant, on Friday.Aqel’s family said in a statement that militiamen had kidnapped him, robbed him and killed him. Another family, the al-Muqaid, said the gang ambushed five of its members when they returned to their homes and robbed them, killing one and leaving another in intensive care.Residents of the area, who spoke on condition of anonymity out of security concerns, said the gang, led by Hussam Doghmush, was known to loot aid convoys and rob abandoned homes in areas controlled by the Israeli military. They said Doghmush was among some two dozen people killed in the clashes with Hamas, including a local journalist and a son of a senior Hamas official based outside Gaza.Hamas-linked Telegram channels said Hamas had targeted “collaborators and traitors” working with Israel. The Hamas-run Sahm security force, which says it targets looters and other criminals, shared footage that appeared to show its forces killing eight people execution-style in the streets as people cheered. It said the detainees were gangsters.The Gaza-based Al Mezan Center for Human Rights and the Palestinian Independent Commission for Human Rights denounced the extrajudicial killings by Hamas.The Doghmush family initially denounced the gang and distanced itself from it. Two days later, it issued another statement condemning Hamas’ response, saying there was no need for “this brutality.”<h2>A first step toward normalcy</h2>Saeed Abu Elaish, a medic from the northern Jabaliya refugee camp who fled to central Gaza last month, said he had seen police return to the streets and welcomed it as a first step toward restoring “some kind of normalcy and safety” after two years of ruinous war.Netanyahu has hinted he will resume military operations if Hamas is not disarmed peacefully.The Hamas-run Interior Ministry has announced a weeklong amnesty, saying gang members not implicated in bloodshed can turn themselves in and have their records expunged. Those who do not will face arrest and prosecution, it said.“No one will be allowed to undermine public security or the rights of citizens,” the ministry said in a statement, calling it a “a final warning.”Hossam al-Astal, the leader of an anti-Hamas militia in southern Gaza with apparent links to Israel, rejected the warning.“To all the Hamas rats, your tunnels are destroyed, your rights don’t exist anymore. Repent before it is too late — there is no Hamas from today onward,” he wrote on Facebook.Al-Astal who was imprisoned by Hamas before the war on allegations of drug smuggling, established an armed group late last year that operates in areas controlled by Israel. He appears to have joined forces with Yasser Abu Shabab, who leads a similar armed group in the Israeli-controlled southern city of Rafah that has a history of looting aid convoys.Israel&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/gaza-armed-groups-hamas-israel-looting-b3033fd46a25a6382c8e13d3b4ae7f42">has acknowledged supporting Abu Shabab and others</a>&nbsp;opposed to Hamas, while denying any involvement in the looting of aid.The presence of such groups could complicate talks over Hamas’ disarmament. The militants have expressed willingness to hand over offensive weapons like rockets to a Palestinian or Arab body but say they need lighter weapons like assault rifles to defend themselves, according to Arab officials who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss the sensitive ceasefire talks.___Krauss reported from Ottawa, Ontario.

🎥Trump: Hamas will disarm, or ‘we will disarm them’

WASHINGTON (AP) — President&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/donald-trump">Donald Trump</a>&nbsp;on Tuesday posthumously awarded America's highest civilian honor to&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/charlie-kirk-conservative-activist-shot-546165a8151104e0938a5e085be1e8bd">Charlie Kirk</a>, the assassinated activist who inspired a generation of young conservatives and helped push the nation's politics further to the right.

Receiving the award on Kirk's behalf was his widow, Erika. Her voice cracking and often falling to a whisper as she wiped away tears, Erika Kirk talked about her late husband's life, political beliefs and legacy.

“Thank you, Mr. President, for honoring my husband, in such a profound and meaningful way. And thank you for making this event a priority," she said. “Your support of our family and the work that Charlie devoted his life to will be something I cherish forever.”

The ceremony coincided with what would have been Kirk’s 32nd birthday. It came about a month after the Turning Point USA founder was&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/charlie-kirk-shooting-utah-university-republicans-8357c3d102de09e3320fde761258131a">fatally shot</a>&nbsp;while speaking to a crowd at Utah Valley University.

In a sign of Kirk's close ties to the administration, he was the first recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom in Trump’s second term. The president also spoke at&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/charlie-kirk-trump-memorial-service-b5469086954908b162f464da966cf238">Kirk’s funeral</a>&nbsp;in September, calling him a “great American hero” and “martyr” for freedom, while Vice President JD Vance accompanied his body home to Arizona on Air Force Two along with Erika Kirk.

“We’re here to honor and remember a fearless warrior for liberty, beloved leader who galvanized the next generation like nobody I’ve ever seen before, and an American patriot of the deepest conviction, the finest quality and the highest caliber," Trump said during the medal ceremony.

Of Kirk's killing, the president said, “He was assassinated in the prime of his life for boldly speaking the truth, for living his faith and relentless fighting for a better and stronger America."

The&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/donald-trump-ben-carson-presidential-medal-96c072b07289f147a14ba6805681b6fa">Presidential Medal of Freedom</a>&nbsp;was established by President John F. Kennedy in 1963 for individuals making exceptional contributions “to the security or national interests of the United States, world peace, cultural or other significant public or private endeavors.”

Trump returned to the U.S. in the pre-dawn hours Tuesday after a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-israel-hamas-war-ceasefire-hostages-egypt-6347e7da64f6c97b95109558096c0b6c">whirlwind trip to Israel and Egypt</a>&nbsp;to celebrate a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/gaza-israel-hamas-hostages-ceasefire-10-14-2025-665a1cbe249f08c8513ceceaa04db201">ceasefire agreement</a>&nbsp;in&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/israel-hamas-war">Israel's war with Hamas in Gaza</a>&nbsp;that his administration was instrumental in brokering. The president joked that he almost requested to reschedule the ceremony because of the trip.

“I raced back halfway around the globe," Trump said. “I was going to call Erika and say, ‘Erika, could you maybe move it to Friday?' And I didn’t have the courage to call. But you know why I didn’t call? Because I heard today was Charlie’s birthday.”

Argentine President Javier Milei,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/argentina-donald-trump-javier-milei-imf-c6f37a00c96f8aa321324ff443147b4e">who had been visiting with the president at the White House earlier,</a>&nbsp;stayed on to attend the ceremony.

Trump has awarded a string of presidential medals going back to his first term, including to golf legend&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/tiger-woods">Tiger Woods</a>, ex-football coach&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/election-2020-college-football-donald-trump-nfl-football-982cc801d15e8a7209a0aafaedf40124">Lou Holtz</a>&nbsp;and conservative economist&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-art-laffer-auto-tariff-warning-ba62f55af070e40e9d6eddf5d8433ad1">Arthur Laffer</a>&nbsp;as well as to Yankees Hall of Fame closer&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/albert-pujols-mariano-rivera-baseball-alex-rodriguez-carlos-pena-812e5535ff74311f941b7b860610594a">Mariano Rivera</a>&nbsp;and conservative radio host&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/donald-trump-ap-top-news-talk-radio-politics-entertainment-d79a7eead68d6a304d38b665e6f89c2a">Rush Limbaugh</a>, the latter of which came during the 2020 State of the Union. He awarded posthumous medals to Babe Ruth and Elvis Presley.

This term, Trump has also announced his intentions to award the medals to&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/rudy-giuliani">Rudy Giuliani</a>, the former New York City mayor and a close former adviser, and to&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/ben-carson">Ben Carson</a>, who served as Trump's first-term secretary of Housing and Urban Development.

Kirk founded Turning Point USA in 2012 and Trump praised him as one of the key reasons he was reelected last year.

But Kirk's politics were also often&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/charlie-kirk-turning-point-trump-cf2a68e4303c5628299ffe383d09c1e9">divisive</a>. He sharply criticized gay and transgender rights while inflaming racial tensions. Kirk also repeated Trump’s false claims that former Vice President Kamala Harris was responsible for policies that encouraged immigrants to come to the U.S. illegally and called&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/george-floyd">George Floyd</a>, a Black man whose killing by a Minneapolis police officer sparked a national debate over racial injustice, a “scumbag.”

As Tuesday's ceremony was underway, the Trump administration said it had&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-charlie-kirk-visas-revoked-455f43467c0c50e84d3857c1e9c81458">revoked the visas</a>&nbsp;of six foreigners who U.S. officials deemed had made derisive or mocking comments about Kirk’s assassination. The six who had their visas revoked were from Argentina, Brazil, Germany, Mexico, Paraguay and South Africa.

The move comes as the Trump administration and its supporters have zeroed in on people who made critical comments about Kirk, leading to firings and other discipline.

Trump wrote in a social media post hours before it started that he was moving the ceremony from the White House’s East Room to the Rose Garden to accommodate a crowd he said would be “so big and enthusiastic.”

Trump paved over the grass there and put in a patio area, and talked happily about the medal ceremony being one of the first major events in the new space. He noted how the weather had cleared up after it was expected to be raining, saying: “I was telling Erika, God was watching. And he didn’t want that for Charlie.”

Kirk’s widow said she asked their 3-year-old daughter what she might have given her father for his birthday, and she responded a stuffed animal and a cupcake while saying he hoped he'd get a birthday surprise. Erika Kirk said her husband was sometimes hard to buy presents for, but the medal was the perfect gift.

Erika Kirk said her husband might one day have run for president "but not out of ambition. He would only have done it if that was something that he believed that his country needed from his servant’s heart.”

She said God began a “mighty work” through her husband, and she intends to see it through. She finished her remarks by saying Charlie’s story reminds us that “to live free is the greatest gift but to die free is the greatest victory.”

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 </figure>WASHINGTON (AP) — President&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/donald-trump">Donald Trump</a>&nbsp;on Tuesday posthumously awarded America's highest civilian honor to&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/charlie-kirk-conservative-activist-shot-546165a8151104e0938a5e085be1e8bd">Charlie Kirk</a>, the assassinated activist who inspired a generation of young conservatives and helped push the nation's politics further to the right.Receiving the award on Kirk's behalf was his widow, Erika. Her voice cracking and often falling to a whisper as she wiped away tears, Erika Kirk talked about her late husband's life, political beliefs and legacy.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">President Trump Participates in a Medal of Freedom Ceremony for Charlie Kirk <a href="https://t.co/KGAv0O6oTz">https://t.co/KGAv0O6oTz</a>&mdash; The White House (@WhiteHouse) <a href="https://twitter.com/WhiteHouse/status/1978198302932742489?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 14, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">President Trump and Erika Kirk arrive to the Medal of Freedom Ceremony for Charlie Kirk ❤️🇺🇸 <a href="https://t.co/6aRc4TOTRt">pic.twitter.com/6aRc4TOTRt</a>&mdash; Margo Martin (@MargoMartin47) <a href="https://twitter.com/MargoMartin47/status/1978200500035047809?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 14, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">.<a href="https://twitter.com/POTUS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@POTUS</a>: &quot;Every single day of this administration, we will continue to carry out the mission for which he lived... In <a href="https://twitter.com/charliekirk11?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@charliekirk11</a>&#39;s honor, we will continue, like we have been, to Fight, Fight, Fight—and to WIN, WIN, WIN. We&#39;re gonna win SO MUCH.&quot; <a href="https://t.co/tLUvMHgtVQ">pic.twitter.com/tLUvMHgtVQ</a>&mdash; Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) <a href="https://twitter.com/RapidResponse47/status/1978207602958864822?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 14, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">.<a href="https://twitter.com/POTUS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@POTUS</a>: &quot;In the days since Charlie&#39;s killing, we&#39;ve seen exactly why our country so dearly needed his example. We&#39;ve watched legions of far-left radicals resort to desperate acts of violence and terror because they know that their ideas and arguments are persuading no one.&quot; <a href="https://t.co/A1IsbDrmpT">pic.twitter.com/A1IsbDrmpT</a>&mdash; Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) <a href="https://twitter.com/RapidResponse47/status/1978205826754973917?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 14, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">.<a href="https://twitter.com/POTUS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@POTUS</a>: &quot;Charlie Kirk was a martyr for truth and for freedom, and from Socrates... to Saint Peter... those who change history the most, and he really did, have always risked their lives for causes they were put on earth to defend.&quot; <a href="https://t.co/SFK1OeuxPc">pic.twitter.com/SFK1OeuxPc</a>&mdash; Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) <a href="https://twitter.com/RapidResponse47/status/1978205271185850551?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 14, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">.<a href="https://twitter.com/POTUS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@POTUS</a> presents the Presidential Medal of Freedom, awarded posthumously to the late Charlie Kirk, to his wife, Mrs. Erika Kirk 🙏 <a href="https://t.co/T28dH9Gk4S">pic.twitter.com/T28dH9Gk4S</a>&mdash; Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) <a href="https://twitter.com/RapidResponse47/status/1978209628627370054?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 14, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">.<a href="https://twitter.com/MrsErikaKirk?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MrsErikaKirk</a>: &quot;If the moment had come, he probably would have run for president, but not out of ambition, He would only have done if it that was something that he believed his country needed.&quot; <a href="https://t.co/9DkGIaN4Wp">pic.twitter.com/9DkGIaN4Wp</a>&mdash; CSPAN (@cspan) <a href="https://twitter.com/cspan/status/1978213900253376643?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 14, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">After the Medal of Freedom ceremony honoring <a href="https://twitter.com/charliekirk11?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@charliekirk11</a>, President Trump and Vice President Vance stood with Erika as Amazing Grace played ❤️ <a href="https://t.co/dWv9d4Z3WV">pic.twitter.com/dWv9d4Z3WV</a>&mdash; Margo Martin (@MargoMartin47) <a href="https://twitter.com/MargoMartin47/status/1978224055300804723?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 14, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">President Trump signs a Proclamation declaring October 14 as the National Day of Remembrance for Charlie Kirk ❤️ President Trump recalls nights on the Mar-a-Lago patio listening to music with Charlie… “Remember Charlie on the patio…he could sit there all night long!” <a href="https://t.co/pDrEBWEdmV">pic.twitter.com/pDrEBWEdmV</a>&mdash; Margo Martin (@MargoMartin47) <a href="https://twitter.com/MargoMartin47/status/1978229151346597983?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 14, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>“Thank you, Mr. President, for honoring my husband, in such a profound and meaningful way. And thank you for making this event a priority," she said. “Your support of our family and the work that Charlie devoted his life to will be something I cherish forever.”The ceremony coincided with what would have been Kirk’s 32nd birthday. It came about a month after the Turning Point USA founder was&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/charlie-kirk-shooting-utah-university-republicans-8357c3d102de09e3320fde761258131a">fatally shot</a>&nbsp;while speaking to a crowd at Utah Valley University.In a sign of Kirk's close ties to the administration, he was the first recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom in Trump’s second term. The president also spoke at&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/charlie-kirk-trump-memorial-service-b5469086954908b162f464da966cf238">Kirk’s funeral</a>&nbsp;in September, calling him a “great American hero” and “martyr” for freedom, while Vice President JD Vance accompanied his body home to Arizona on Air Force Two along with Erika Kirk.“We’re here to honor and remember a fearless warrior for liberty, beloved leader who galvanized the next generation like nobody I’ve ever seen before, and an American patriot of the deepest conviction, the finest quality and the highest caliber," Trump said during the medal ceremony.Of Kirk's killing, the president said, “He was assassinated in the prime of his life for boldly speaking the truth, for living his faith and relentless fighting for a better and stronger America."The&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/donald-trump-ben-carson-presidential-medal-96c072b07289f147a14ba6805681b6fa">Presidential Medal of Freedom</a>&nbsp;was established by President John F. Kennedy in 1963 for individuals making exceptional contributions “to the security or national interests of the United States, world peace, cultural or other significant public or private endeavors.”Trump returned to the U.S. in the pre-dawn hours Tuesday after a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-israel-hamas-war-ceasefire-hostages-egypt-6347e7da64f6c97b95109558096c0b6c">whirlwind trip to Israel and Egypt</a>&nbsp;to celebrate a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/gaza-israel-hamas-hostages-ceasefire-10-14-2025-665a1cbe249f08c8513ceceaa04db201">ceasefire agreement</a>&nbsp;in&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/israel-hamas-war">Israel's war with Hamas in Gaza</a>&nbsp;that his administration was instrumental in brokering. The president joked that he almost requested to reschedule the ceremony because of the trip.“I raced back halfway around the globe," Trump said. “I was going to call Erika and say, ‘Erika, could you maybe move it to Friday?' And I didn’t have the courage to call. But you know why I didn’t call? Because I heard today was Charlie’s birthday.”Argentine President Javier Milei,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/argentina-donald-trump-javier-milei-imf-c6f37a00c96f8aa321324ff443147b4e">who had been visiting with the president at the White House earlier,</a>&nbsp;stayed on to attend the ceremony.Trump has awarded a string of presidential medals going back to his first term, including to golf legend&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/tiger-woods">Tiger Woods</a>, ex-football coach&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/election-2020-college-football-donald-trump-nfl-football-982cc801d15e8a7209a0aafaedf40124">Lou Holtz</a>&nbsp;and conservative economist&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-art-laffer-auto-tariff-warning-ba62f55af070e40e9d6eddf5d8433ad1">Arthur Laffer</a>&nbsp;as well as to Yankees Hall of Fame closer&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/albert-pujols-mariano-rivera-baseball-alex-rodriguez-carlos-pena-812e5535ff74311f941b7b860610594a">Mariano Rivera</a>&nbsp;and conservative radio host&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/donald-trump-ap-top-news-talk-radio-politics-entertainment-d79a7eead68d6a304d38b665e6f89c2a">Rush Limbaugh</a>, the latter of which came during the 2020 State of the Union. He awarded posthumous medals to Babe Ruth and Elvis Presley.This term, Trump has also announced his intentions to award the medals to&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/rudy-giuliani">Rudy Giuliani</a>, the former New York City mayor and a close former adviser, and to&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/ben-carson">Ben Carson</a>, who served as Trump's first-term secretary of Housing and Urban Development.Kirk founded Turning Point USA in 2012 and Trump praised him as one of the key reasons he was reelected last year.But Kirk's politics were also often&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/charlie-kirk-turning-point-trump-cf2a68e4303c5628299ffe383d09c1e9">divisive</a>. He sharply criticized gay and transgender rights while inflaming racial tensions. Kirk also repeated Trump’s false claims that former Vice President Kamala Harris was responsible for policies that encouraged immigrants to come to the U.S. illegally and called&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/george-floyd">George Floyd</a>, a Black man whose killing by a Minneapolis police officer sparked a national debate over racial injustice, a “scumbag.”As Tuesday's ceremony was underway, the Trump administration said it had&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-charlie-kirk-visas-revoked-455f43467c0c50e84d3857c1e9c81458">revoked the visas</a>&nbsp;of six foreigners who U.S. officials deemed had made derisive or mocking comments about Kirk’s assassination. The six who had their visas revoked were from Argentina, Brazil, Germany, Mexico, Paraguay and South Africa.The move comes as the Trump administration and its supporters have zeroed in on people who made critical comments about Kirk, leading to firings and other discipline.Trump wrote in a social media post hours before it started that he was moving the ceremony from the White House’s East Room to the Rose Garden to accommodate a crowd he said would be “so big and enthusiastic.”Trump paved over the grass there and put in a patio area, and talked happily about the medal ceremony being one of the first major events in the new space. He noted how the weather had cleared up after it was expected to be raining, saying: “I was telling Erika, God was watching. And he didn’t want that for Charlie.”Kirk’s widow said she asked their 3-year-old daughter what she might have given her father for his birthday, and she responded a stuffed animal and a cupcake while saying he hoped he'd get a birthday surprise. Erika Kirk said her husband was sometimes hard to buy presents for, but the medal was the perfect gift.Erika Kirk said her husband might one day have run for president "but not out of ambition. He would only have done it if that was something that he believed that his country needed from his servant’s heart.”She said God began a “mighty work” through her husband, and she intends to see it through. She finished her remarks by saying Charlie’s story reminds us that “to live free is the greatest gift but to die free is the greatest victory.”___

🎥Trump posthumously awards Charlie Kirk the Medal of Freedom

WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-hegseth-venezuela-drug-cartels-unlawful-combatants-1848b02febe08acacb82979d7da47dfb">struck another small boat</a>&nbsp;accused of carrying drugs in the waters off Venezuela, killing six people, President Donald Trump said Tuesday.

Those who died in the strike were aboard the vessel, and no U.S. forces were harmed, the Republican president said in a social media post. It’s the fifth deadly strike in the Caribbean as Trump's administration has asserted it's treating alleged drug traffickers as&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-cartels-armed-conflict-cb57804807e55a00ace60ad5f4d4f24d">unlawful combatants</a>&nbsp;who must be met with military force.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered the strike Tuesday morning, said Trump, who released a video of it, as he had in the past. Hegseth later shared the video in a post on X.

The black-and-white video showed a small boat that appeared stationary on the water. Seconds into the video, it is struck by a projectile from overhead and explodes. The boat is then seen floating aflame for several seconds.

Trump said the strike was conducted in international waters and “intelligence” confirmed the vessel was trafficking narcotics, was associated with “narcoterrorist networks” and was on a known drug trafficking route.

The Pentagon did not immediately respond to an email from The Associated Press seeking more information on the latest boat strike, but one defense official confirmed that the details in the social media post were accurate.

Frustration with the Trump administration has been growing on Capitol Hill among members of both major political parties. Some Republicans are seeking more information from the White House on the legal justification and details of the strikes. Democrats contend the strikes violate U.S. and international law.

The Senate last week voted on a war powers resolution that would have barred the Trump administration from conducting the strikes unless Congress specifically authorized them, but it failed to pass.

In a memo to Congress that was obtained by The Associated Press, the Trump administration said it had “determined that the United States is in a non-international armed conflict with these designated terrorist organizations” and that Trump directed the Pentagon to “conduct operations against them pursuant to the law of armed conflict.”

The Trump administration has yet to provide underlying evidence to lawmakers proving that&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/venezuela-maduro-strike-caribbean-drug-trafficking-trump-1061debe2f983ef7bc9666d3f002b3a0">the boats</a>&nbsp;targeted by the U.S. military in a series of fatal strikes were in fact carrying narcotics, according to two U.S. officials familiar with the matter who were not authorized to comment publicly and spoke on the condition of anonymity.

California Sen. Adam Schiff, a Democrat who last week pushed the vote on the Venezuela resolution, said in a post on X that the president’s authority to respond to an armed attack or the threat of one was limited and did not apply.

“These continued strikes — 27 killed to date — risk getting the U.S. into a full fledged war,” Schiff said.

He said he would push for another vote if the strikes continue.

The strikes followed&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-venezuela-destroyers-maduro-drug-cartels-9649e8282c061d9dad41a5dfb54431d4">a buildup of U.S. maritime forces</a>&nbsp;in the Caribbean unlike any seen in recent times.

Last week, Venezuelan Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino told military leaders that the U.S. government knows the drug-trafficking accusations used to support the recent actions in the Caribbean are false, with its true intent being to “force a regime change” in the South American country.

He added that the Venezuelan government does not see the deployment of the U.S. warships as a mere “propaganda-like action” and warned of a possible escalation.

“I want to warn the population: We have to prepare ourselves because the irrationality with which the U.S. empire operates is not normal,” Padrino said during the televised gathering. “It’s anti-political, anti-human, warmongering, rude, and vulgar.”

Associated Press writer Ben Finley contributed to this report.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-hegseth-venezuela-drug-cartels-unlawful-combatants-1848b02febe08acacb82979d7da47dfb">struck another small boat</a>&nbsp;accused of carrying drugs in the waters off Venezuela, killing six people, President Donald Trump said Tuesday.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://t.co/8DMrDfoSjF">pic.twitter.com/8DMrDfoSjF</a>&mdash; Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) <a href="https://twitter.com/RapidResponse47/status/1978155685150945357?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 14, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Those who died in the strike were aboard the vessel, and no U.S. forces were harmed, the Republican president said in a social media post. It’s the fifth deadly strike in the Caribbean as Trump's administration has asserted it's treating alleged drug traffickers as&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-cartels-armed-conflict-cb57804807e55a00ace60ad5f4d4f24d">unlawful combatants</a>&nbsp;who must be met with military force.Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered the strike Tuesday morning, said Trump, who released a video of it, as he had in the past. Hegseth later shared the video in a post on X.The black-and-white video showed a small boat that appeared stationary on the water. Seconds into the video, it is struck by a projectile from overhead and explodes. The boat is then seen floating aflame for several seconds.Trump said the strike was conducted in international waters and “intelligence” confirmed the vessel was trafficking narcotics, was associated with “narcoterrorist networks” and was on a known drug trafficking route.The Pentagon did not immediately respond to an email from The Associated Press seeking more information on the latest boat strike, but one defense official confirmed that the details in the social media post were accurate.Frustration with the Trump administration has been growing on Capitol Hill among members of both major political parties. Some Republicans are seeking more information from the White House on the legal justification and details of the strikes. Democrats contend the strikes violate U.S. and international law.The Senate last week voted on a war powers resolution that would have barred the Trump administration from conducting the strikes unless Congress specifically authorized them, but it failed to pass.In a memo to Congress that was obtained by The Associated Press, the Trump administration said it had “determined that the United States is in a non-international armed conflict with these designated terrorist organizations” and that Trump directed the Pentagon to “conduct operations against them pursuant to the law of armed conflict.”The Trump administration has yet to provide underlying evidence to lawmakers proving that&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/venezuela-maduro-strike-caribbean-drug-trafficking-trump-1061debe2f983ef7bc9666d3f002b3a0">the boats</a>&nbsp;targeted by the U.S. military in a series of fatal strikes were in fact carrying narcotics, according to two U.S. officials familiar with the matter who were not authorized to comment publicly and spoke on the condition of anonymity.California Sen. Adam Schiff, a Democrat who last week pushed the vote on the Venezuela resolution, said in a post on X that the president’s authority to respond to an armed attack or the threat of one was limited and did not apply.“These continued strikes — 27 killed to date — risk getting the U.S. into a full fledged war,” Schiff said.He said he would push for another vote if the strikes continue.The strikes followed&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-venezuela-destroyers-maduro-drug-cartels-9649e8282c061d9dad41a5dfb54431d4">a buildup of U.S. maritime forces</a>&nbsp;in the Caribbean unlike any seen in recent times.Last week, Venezuelan Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino told military leaders that the U.S. government knows the drug-trafficking accusations used to support the recent actions in the Caribbean are false, with its true intent being to “force a regime change” in the South American country.He added that the Venezuelan government does not see the deployment of the U.S. warships as a mere “propaganda-like action” and warned of a possible escalation.“I want to warn the population: We have to prepare ourselves because the irrationality with which the U.S. empire operates is not normal,” Padrino said during the televised gathering. “It’s anti-political, anti-human, warmongering, rude, and vulgar.”___Associated Press writer Ben Finley contributed to this report.

🎥6 killed after US strikes another drug boat off Venezuela 

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement have located the woman from the doorbell video.

Just after 3 p.m. Tuesday Wichita Police Investigators received a phone call, from a woman claiming to be the individual investigators were attempting to identify. Investigators immediately responded to her location, made contact, and transported her to City Hall so detectives could conduct a victim interview.

Investigators are conducting interviews and have identified the woman as a 35-year-old who lives in the area where the video was captured. At this stage of the investigation, police believe this incident is a case of domestic violence where the woman was victimized by her boyfriend. The woman does not have any significant injuries.

Police thanked the public for sharing the video and still images that generated additional attention about this incident, we do believe it led the woman to call and saying she was the person police were looking for.

Police stressed they do not have any reason to believe there is ongoing danger to the general public.

Police are continuing their investigation into the video and the case will be presented to the appropriate attorney’s office for formal charging consideration.

SEDGWICK COUNTY —A $2,000 reward from Crimestoppers is now being offered for helping police identify a man and woman seen in a video of an alleged abduction that occurred in Wichita.

The Wichita Police Department continues asking for the community’s help in identifying and locating the woman in the video. She was last seen being taken by force on October 12, at approximately 2 AM., in the 1400 block of North Volutsia in Wichita.

Police worked throughout Monday on this investigation, following up on numerous leads. They also received 15 additional tips overnight Monday, according to a statement from Wichita Police during a Tuesday morning news conference.

At this time, police have not been able to identify the woman and man seen in the video. Exploring all options, police reached out to regional and federal law enforcement partners for additional assistance.

The Wichita Police team has processed the audio, reducing background noise, hoping that someone will recognize her voice. Please take a moment to review the video.

&nbsp;If you recognize her or have any information about her identity or whereabouts, please contact 911 immediately.

You may also reach out to WPD Investigations at 316-268-4407, or provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 316-267-2111.

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement have located the woman from the doorbell video.Just after 3 p.m. Tuesday Wichita Police Investigators received a phone call, from a woman claiming to be the individual investigators were attempting to identify. Investigators immediately responded to her location, made contact, and transported her to City Hall so detectives could conduct a victim interview.Investigators are conducting interviews and have identified the woman as a 35-year-old who lives in the area where the video was captured. At this stage of the investigation, police believe this incident is a case of domestic violence where the woman was victimized by her boyfriend. The woman does not have any significant injuries.Police thanked the public for sharing the video and still images that generated additional attention about this incident, we do believe it led the woman to call and saying she was the person police were looking for.Police stressed they do not have any reason to believe there is ongoing danger to the general public.Police are continuing their investigation into the video and the case will be presented to the appropriate attorney’s office for formal charging consideration.-------------SEDGWICK COUNTY —A $2,000 reward from Crimestoppers is now being offered for helping police identify a man and woman seen in a video of an alleged abduction that occurred in Wichita.The Wichita Police Department continues asking for the community’s help in identifying and locating the woman in the video. She was last seen being taken by force on October 12, at approximately 2 AM., in the 1400 block of North Volutsia in Wichita.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">We’ve worked throughout the day on this investigation, following up on numerous leads, and we appreciate the public&#39;s help. At this time, we have not been able to identify the female and male seen in the video. Exploring all options, we&#39;ve reached out to our regional and… <a href="https://t.co/APj14eTdRI">pic.twitter.com/APj14eTdRI</a>&mdash; Wichita Police (@WichitaPolice) <a href="https://twitter.com/WichitaPolice/status/1977848955233869931?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 13, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Police worked throughout Monday on this investigation, following up on numerous leads. They also received 15 additional tips overnight Monday, according to a statement from Wichita Police during a Tuesday morning news conference.At this time, police have not been able to identify the woman and man seen in the video. Exploring all options, police reached out to regional and federal law enforcement partners for additional assistance.The Wichita Police team has processed the audio, reducing background noise, hoping that someone will recognize her voice. Please take a moment to review the video.&nbsp;If you recognize her or have any information about her identity or whereabouts, please contact 911 immediately.

You may also reach out to WPD Investigations at 316-268-4407, or provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 316-267-2111.

Police locate Kansas woman in abduction video

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement have located the woman from the doorbell video.Just after 3 p.m. Tuesday Wichita Police Investigators received a phone call, from a woman claiming to be the individual investigators were attempting to identify. Investigators immediately responded to her location, made contact, and transported her to City Hall so detectives could conduct a victim interview.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">We’ve worked throughout the day on this investigation, following up on numerous leads, and we appreciate the public&#39;s help. At this time, we have not been able to identify the female and male seen in the video. Exploring all options, we&#39;ve reached out to our regional and… <a href="https://t.co/APj14eTdRI">pic.twitter.com/APj14eTdRI</a>&mdash; Wichita Police (@WichitaPolice) <a href="https://twitter.com/WichitaPolice/status/1977848955233869931?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 13, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Investigators are conducting interviews and have identified the woman as a 35-year-old who lives in the area where the video was captured. At this stage of the investigation, police believe this incident is a case of domestic violence where the woman was victimized by her boyfriend. The woman does not have any significant injuries.Police thanked the public for sharing the video and still images that generated additional attention about this incident, we do believe it led the woman to call and saying she was the person police were looking for.Police stressed they do not have any reason to believe there is ongoing danger to the general public.Police are continuing their investigation into the video and the case will be presented to the appropriate attorney’s office for formal charging consideration.-------------SEDGWICK COUNTY —A $2,000 reward from Crimestoppers is now being offered for helping police identify a man and woman seen in a video of an alleged abduction that occurred in Wichita.The Wichita Police Department continues asking for the community’s help in identifying and locating the woman in the video. She was last seen being taken by force on October 12, at approximately 2 AM., in the 1400 block of North Volutsia in Wichita.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">We’ve worked throughout the day on this investigation, following up on numerous leads, and we appreciate the public&#39;s help. At this time, we have not been able to identify the female and male seen in the video. Exploring all options, we&#39;ve reached out to our regional and… <a href="https://t.co/APj14eTdRI">pic.twitter.com/APj14eTdRI</a>&mdash; Wichita Police (@WichitaPolice) <a href="https://twitter.com/WichitaPolice/status/1977848955233869931?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 13, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Police worked throughout Monday on this investigation, following up on numerous leads. They also received 15 additional tips overnight Monday, according to a statement from Wichita Police during a Tuesday morning news conference.At this time, police have not been able to identify the woman and man seen in the video. Exploring all options, police reached out to regional and federal law enforcement partners for additional assistance.The Wichita Police team has processed the audio, reducing background noise, hoping that someone will recognize her voice. Please take a moment to review the video.&nbsp;If you recognize her or have any information about her identity or whereabouts, please contact 911 immediately.

You may also reach out to WPD Investigations at 316-268-4407, or provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 316-267-2111.

🎥Reward offered in search for Kansas abduction victim

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Fort Hays State moved up to No. 6 in the latest United Soccer Coaches Top 25 Poll released on Tuesday. It is the highest national ranking for the Tigers since 2019 when they started that season ranked No. 3 in the nation. It is the third-highest ranking the Tigers have ever held in the poll.

Fort Hays State remains unbeaten through 11 matches this season with a record of 9-0-2 overall. They are 5-0 so far in GAC play and reach the midway point of conference play this week when they host a receiving votes Newman squad on Thursday evening (Oct. 16). This is the longest unbeaten streak to start a season in program history and 11 matches is the third-longest unbeaten streak in program history at any point of a season. The program record is 16, set by the 2018 team that made the national semifinals.

Fort Hays State and Rogers State continued as the two teams from the GAC represented in the Top 25. The Hillcats are No. 14 in the latest poll. Newman was among the receiving votes list.

Fort Hays State was one of seven teams in the top 10 this week that remain unbeaten for the season. The nine wins by FHSU matches the most of any of the unbeaten teams in the national poll. There are nine total teams in the top 25 without a loss this season.

United Soccer Coaches Top 25 for October 14, 2025 Rank	School	Prev	W-L-T 1	Lynn University	1	8-0-1 2	California State University Stanislaus	3	9-0-1 3	University of Charleston	4	9-0-3 4	Anderson University (S.C.)	6	6-0-4 5	Palm Beach Atlantic University	8	8-1-1 6	Fort Hays State University	7	9-0-2 7	Young Harris College	5	9-0-1 8	Cedarville University	10	8-0-3 9	Midwestern State University	22	7-2-3 10	Bentley University	NR	7-1-1 11	Point Loma Nazarene University	RV	6-2-1 12	Southern New Hampshire University	2	8-1-2 13	Bloomsburg University	19	4-0-5 14	Rogers State University	15	8-1-2 15	California State University-Los Angeles	RV	6-1-4 16	Florida Tech	14	5-1-4 17	Rockhurst University	NR	8-2-2 18	Fort Lewis College	9	4-2-4 19	University of West Florida	21	7-1-3 20	Lincoln University (Mo.)	20	7-0-3 21	Wilmington University	23	6-1-4 22	University of Colorado-Colorado Springs	NR	6-3-3 23	Colorado State University-Pueblo	11	4-1-7 24	University of Tampa	18	5-2-3 25	Cal Poly Pomona	16	5-2-4

Receiving votes: University of North Georgia, East Stroudsburg University, California State University-Dominguez Hills, Lander University, Post University, Gannon University, Tiffin University, Newman University.

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 </figure>FHSU AthleticsKANSAS CITY, Mo. – Fort Hays State moved up to No. 6 in the latest United Soccer Coaches Top 25 Poll released on Tuesday. It is the highest national ranking for the Tigers since 2019 when they started that season ranked No. 3 in the nation. It is the third-highest ranking the Tigers have ever held in the poll.Fort Hays State remains unbeaten through 11 matches this season with a record of 9-0-2 overall. They are 5-0 so far in GAC play and reach the midway point of conference play this week when they host a receiving votes Newman squad on Thursday evening (Oct. 16). This is the longest unbeaten streak to start a season in program history and 11 matches is the third-longest unbeaten streak in program history at any point of a season. The program record is 16, set by the 2018 team that made the national semifinals.Fort Hays State and Rogers State continued as the two teams from the GAC represented in the Top 25. The Hillcats are No. 14 in the latest poll. Newman was among the receiving votes list.Fort Hays State was one of seven teams in the top 10 this week that remain unbeaten for the season. The nine wins by FHSU matches the most of any of the unbeaten teams in the national poll. There are nine total teams in the top 25 without a loss this season.United Soccer Coaches Top 25 for October 14, 2025 Rank	School	Prev	W-L-T 1	Lynn University	1	8-0-1 2	California State University Stanislaus	3	9-0-1 3	University of Charleston	4	9-0-3 4	Anderson University (S.C.)	6	6-0-4 5	Palm Beach Atlantic University	8	8-1-1 6	Fort Hays State University	7	9-0-2 7	Young Harris College	5	9-0-1 8	Cedarville University	10	8-0-3 9	Midwestern State University	22	7-2-3 10	Bentley University	NR	7-1-1 11	Point Loma Nazarene University	RV	6-2-1 12	Southern New Hampshire University	2	8-1-2 13	Bloomsburg University	19	4-0-5 14	Rogers State University	15	8-1-2 15	California State University-Los Angeles	RV	6-1-4 16	Florida Tech	14	5-1-4 17	Rockhurst University	NR	8-2-2 18	Fort Lewis College	9	4-2-4 19	University of West Florida	21	7-1-3 20	Lincoln University (Mo.)	20	7-0-3 21	Wilmington University	23	6-1-4 22	University of Colorado-Colorado Springs	NR	6-3-3 23	Colorado State University-Pueblo	11	4-1-7 24	University of Tampa	18	5-2-3 25	Cal Poly Pomona	16	5-2-4Receiving votes: University of North Georgia, East Stroudsburg University, California State University-Dominguez Hills, Lander University, Post University, Gannon University, Tiffin University, Newman University.

⚽ FHSU men move up to No. 6 in United Soccer Coaches poll

If your pillows are looking a little flat or worn out, here’s your chance to give them new life!&nbsp;Kraft Pillow Service&nbsp;will be in&nbsp;Hays on Thursday, October 23rd, at&nbsp;Master Cleaners&nbsp;from&nbsp;8 a.m. to 3 p.m., offering professional pillow cleaning and restoration services —&nbsp;no appointment needed.

During their one-day visit, customers can bring in their pillows for a complete refresh — cleaned, sanitized, and re-fluffed on-site. Kraft Pillow Service removes old filling, cleans and sanitizes the ticking, and then refills each pillow with fresh, clean filling to restore its shape and comfort.&nbsp;All pillows are welcome, including down, foam, and synthetic varieties.

This convenient, same-day service has been trusted by families across the region for years, helping extend the life of quality pillows without the need to buy new ones. It’s an easy, affordable way to keep your bedding fresh and comfortable.

Don’t miss this one-day event — stop by&nbsp;Master Cleaners in Hays, October 23rd from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.&nbsp;to have your pillows cleaned and ready for a better night’s sleep.

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 </figure>SubmittedIf your pillows are looking a little flat or worn out, here’s your chance to give them new life!&nbsp;Kraft Pillow Service&nbsp;will be in&nbsp;Hays on Thursday, October 23rd, at&nbsp;Master Cleaners&nbsp;from&nbsp;8 a.m. to 3 p.m., offering professional pillow cleaning and restoration services —&nbsp;no appointment needed.During their one-day visit, customers can bring in their pillows for a complete refresh — cleaned, sanitized, and re-fluffed on-site. Kraft Pillow Service removes old filling, cleans and sanitizes the ticking, and then refills each pillow with fresh, clean filling to restore its shape and comfort.&nbsp;All pillows are welcome, including down, foam, and synthetic varieties.This convenient, same-day service has been trusted by families across the region for years, helping extend the life of quality pillows without the need to buy new ones. It’s an easy, affordable way to keep your bedding fresh and comfortable.Don’t miss this one-day event — stop by&nbsp;Master Cleaners in Hays, October 23rd from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.&nbsp;to have your pillows cleaned and ready for a better night’s sleep.For more information, visit&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://kraftpillowservice.com/">KraftPillowService.com</a>.Facebook:&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063768623114">https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063768623114</a>

Kraft Pillow Service coming to Hays Oct. 23

WASHINGTON (AP) —President Trump complains that the photo of him on the current Time Magazine is 'the worst of all time.'&nbsp;

 The president posted a lament on social media early Tuesday morning about a signature subject: his hair.

Trump has long been known for his swoopy blonde hair, but on the latest issue of Time recognizing his ceasefire deal in Gaza, he feels his locks are lacking.

“They ‘disappeared’ my hair, and then had something floating on top of my head that looked like a floating crown, but an extremely small one. Really weird!” the president wrote.

The president also complained that the shot is taken facing up, showing more neck and chin than he seemed to prefer.

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 </figure>WASHINGTON (AP) —President Trump complains that the photo of him on the current Time Magazine is 'the worst of all time.'&nbsp; The president posted a lament on social media early Tuesday morning about a signature subject: his hair.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">The living Israeli hostages held in Gaza have been freed under the first phase of Donald Trump&#39;s peace plan, alongside a Palestinian prisoner release. The deal may become a signature achievement of Trump&#39;s second term, and it could mark a strategic turning point for the Middle… <a href="https://t.co/0bZDABIDGj">pic.twitter.com/0bZDABIDGj</a>&mdash; TIME (@TIME) <a href="https://twitter.com/TIME/status/1977784098929385818?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 13, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Trump has long been known for his swoopy blonde hair, but on the latest issue of Time recognizing his ceasefire deal in Gaza, he feels his locks are lacking.“They ‘disappeared’ my hair, and then had something floating on top of my head that looked like a floating crown, but an extremely small one. Really weird!” the president wrote.The president also complained that the shot is taken facing up, showing more neck and chin than he seemed to prefer.

See the Time magazine cover photo of Trump he calls ‘worst of all time’ 

WASHINGTON—On Tuesday afternoon, President Trump will posthumously award the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk with the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

On social media, Kansas U.S. Senator Roger Marshall wrote, "we honor the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk on his heavenly birthday. With unanimous support, the U.S. Senate has declared October 14 the National Day of Remembrance — a tribute to his bold faith and love for our country. His impact continues to shape the next generation of leaders."

The Presidential Medial of Freedom presentation is scheduled for 3p.m., according to the White House.

In September, Turning Point USA’s founder, Charlie Kirk was assassinated while holding an event at Utah Valley University’s campus.

The U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate passed resolutions to honor the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk.

The resolution supports the designation of a “National Day of Remembrance for Charlie Kirk” on Oct. 14 and recognizes Charlie Kirk for his contributions to civic education and public service.

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 </figure>WASHINGTON—On Tuesday afternoon, President Trump will posthumously award the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk with the Presidential Medal of Freedom.On social media, Kansas U.S. Senator Roger Marshall wrote, "we honor the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk on his heavenly birthday. With unanimous support, the U.S. Senate has declared October 14 the National Day of Remembrance — a tribute to his bold faith and love for our country. His impact continues to shape the next generation of leaders."The Presidential Medial of Freedom presentation is scheduled for 3p.m., according to the White House.In September, Turning Point USA’s founder, Charlie Kirk was assassinated while holding an event at Utah Valley University’s campus.The U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate passed resolutions to honor the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk.The resolution supports the designation of a “National Day of Remembrance for Charlie Kirk” on Oct. 14 and recognizes Charlie Kirk for his contributions to civic education and public service.

Kan. U.S. Senator honors Charlie Kirk on his birthday

Hays received .35 inches of rain overnight with morning fog, according to the K-State Ag Research Center.

Showers are possible until 1 p.m. with a high of 72.

Hays has received 1.15 inches of rain in October and 23.69 inches of moisture year to date.

Hays receives an average of 2.18 inches of rain in October and 22.50 inches of moisture by the end of October.

The forecast calls for mostly sunny skies, breezy and highs in the lower 80s on Wednesday and Thursday.

The forecast calls for a 30% chance of rain on Thursday night and then sunny and mild temperatures going into the weekend.

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 </figure>By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays PostHays received .35 inches of rain overnight with morning fog, according to the K-State Ag Research Center.Showers are possible until 1 p.m. with a high of 72.Hays has received 1.15 inches of rain in October and 23.69 inches of moisture year to date.Hays receives an average of 2.18 inches of rain in October and 22.50 inches of moisture by the end of October.The forecast calls for mostly sunny skies, breezy and highs in the lower 80s on Wednesday and Thursday.The forecast calls for a 30% chance of rain on Thursday night and then sunny and mild temperatures going into the weekend.

Hays receives rain overnight; showers possible through this morning

WICHITA — The&nbsp;American Red Cross asks donors to&nbsp;make an appointment now to&nbsp;give&nbsp;blood&nbsp;to support patients&nbsp;counting on&nbsp;a consistent&nbsp;blood supply to survive and heal.&nbsp;While emergencies often grab headlines, the need for blood is constant.&nbsp;Especially in October, as donation appointments can often drop quickly when people settle into busy fall routines and make plans around upcoming school breaks.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Additionally, the threat of hurricanes persists this month. Because blood has a short shelf life and can only come from volunteer blood donors, any disruptions in the ability to collect lifesaving blood can have serious consequences for those seeking medical care.&nbsp;

Prepare now — Help patients this fall and make an appointment to give blood by visiting <a target="_blank" href="https://us.cisionone.cision.com/c/eJwsyzGu6yAQheHVQIc1DDBAQZEm24gMM06sZ8t5YCW6u79KdNvvnJ8LpuaBtBQbQ07kYkT9KC1QyBgdNrALo6tLopDQ1szAvlm9FkoSyFGqBIg369AuCD4lRwsqD2Nl-bf-N_u8btKHiaHmuFCo1bzqC2n6DHorj_N8DuUuCq8Kr-_3e-rCrR9j1O04eDr6XeFV78LrbLpsMg8xK5cv3P5AuYslyBl1L4_5ZzyPcSoPMt83-R6ndux6nF1k_8TecRSxYCiDNx5hMdWDN7nVGZhdaI71q-BvAAAA___fuFbK">RedCrossBlood.org</a>, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.

All who come to give blood, platelets or plasma Sept. 22-Oct. 19 will receive a $10 Amazon.com Gift Card by email. For details, see <a target="_blank" href="https://us.cisionone.cision.com/c/eJwsy01uwyAQxfHTwA4LD3iABYtsfI2IjyG2iksKlqPevkrU7e-9f_Zgk5bIyc9mcRaVMcA3X9ycDSqbMGDRYdGZDMxOKpQGkg1892hpQYU2ogS4zwrmAlJbq7AA03Lsmb72H3GEvVIfwizRmYJLjOKKF-D0Hnj123k-B1M3BiuD9fV6TZ1y6m2MWFvLU-sPBmttKVSxtYOe4UEMVrro-xwM1hJqnbbzqPygvAfRqVIYJPbsP3D_B6ZuM0rngHe_hd_xbONkWlJ4VPocp9QOPs5OdLxjrbIhmqVAJ7XQIIuIWmrhUgwyZ7Uklfnl4S8AAP__eEJjpQ">RedCrossBlood.org/Fall</a>.

Those who give Oct. 20-Nov. 16, 2025, will receive a $10 e-gift card to a merchant of choice, plus be automatically entered for a chance to win one of three $5,000 gift cards. See <a target="_blank" href="https://us.cisionone.cision.com/c/eJwsy01uwyAQxfHTwA4LD3iABYtsfI2Ij3FsFZcUkKPevkrU7e-9f_Zgk5bIyc9mcRaVMcB3T3JOKqOzcdHGggNpjFlSzMomhwj88GhpQYU2ogS4zwrmDaS2VuEGTMt-ZPo6fsQZjkKtC7NEZzZcYhRXvACn98CL38d4dqZuDFYG6-v1mhrl1GrvsdSap9oeDNZSUyhiryc9w4MYrHTR9-gM1j20i_qY9nEWflI-gmhUKHQSR_YfuP8DU7cZpXPAm9_Db3_WPpiWFB6FPscp1ZP30YjOd6xVNkSzFOikFhrkJqKWWrgUg8xZLUllfnn4CwAA__94amSv">RedCrossBlood.org/Harvest</a> for details.&nbsp;

Upcoming blood donation opportunities Oct. 16-31:&nbsp;

Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit <a target="_blank" href="https://us.cisionone.cision.com/c/eJwsyzGu6yAQheHVQIcFMzBAQZEm24jAM06sZ8t5YCW6u79KdNvvnJ8LpNlb0lJcDDkRxgj6UYilgnVLzYFQkssgM2J0xL66FlCvhZIEQkqNLMDNIbgFrE8JaQHl7VhZ_q3_zV7XTfowMbQcFwqtmVd7AU2fQW_lcZ5PhRcFVwXX9_s9deG5H2O07Th4OvpdwVXvwms1XTapQ8zK5Qu3P1B4cWRzBt3Lo_6M5zFO5a3U-ybf4zQfux5nF9k_sUeOIs4aytYbD3YxzVtv8tyqZcYwI-tXgd8AAAD__6cUVoM">RedCrossBlood.org</a>, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.&nbsp;

Blood and platelet donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass® to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at <a target="_blank" href="https://us.cisionone.cision.com/c/eJwsy82OgyAUxfGngR0GL98LFt34Gg14r5WMFgdMm779pGa2v_85GMHPWlpOcXQmeKucA75GtCGPGLSxo9E-O_LBoUo6m2ySNMBLtJ6MVdZnKwHuo4JxAam9V3YBpmUvSD_lV-ypbNS6cCYHt1iTs3jlF9jhG_gW1_M8OlM3BhOD6f1-D41wbrX3vNWKQ20PBhPWZzpJXMRg2tMzPUjsH3GFUp-dwdTSUfBIvQ_ruW98JyxJNNoodRIF4wX3f2DqNloZAvAW1_TpR-0n05LSY6NrOMx15_1sRPv3rBU6olEKG6QWGuQispZahDkniajMrJC_IvwFAAD__2_baew">RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass</a> or use the Blood Donor App.&nbsp;

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 </figure>American Red CrossWICHITA — The&nbsp;American Red Cross asks donors to&nbsp;make an appointment now to&nbsp;give&nbsp;blood&nbsp;to support patients&nbsp;counting on&nbsp;a consistent&nbsp;blood supply to survive and heal.&nbsp;While emergencies often grab headlines, the need for blood is constant.&nbsp;Especially in October, as donation appointments can often drop quickly when people settle into busy fall routines and make plans around upcoming school breaks.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Additionally, the threat of hurricanes persists this month. Because blood has a short shelf life and can only come from volunteer blood donors, any disruptions in the ability to collect lifesaving blood can have serious consequences for those seeking medical care.&nbsp;Prepare now — Help patients this fall and make an appointment to give blood by visiting <a target="_blank" href="https://us.cisionone.cision.com/c/eJwsyzGu6yAQheHVQIc1DDBAQZEm24gMM06sZ8t5YCW6u79KdNvvnJ8LpuaBtBQbQ07kYkT9KC1QyBgdNrALo6tLopDQ1szAvlm9FkoSyFGqBIg369AuCD4lRwsqD2Nl-bf-N_u8btKHiaHmuFCo1bzqC2n6DHorj_N8DuUuCq8Kr-_3e-rCrR9j1O04eDr6XeFV78LrbLpsMg8xK5cv3P5AuYslyBl1L4_5ZzyPcSoPMt83-R6ndux6nF1k_8TecRSxYCiDNx5hMdWDN7nVGZhdaI71q-BvAAAA___fuFbK">RedCrossBlood.org</a>, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App. All who come to give blood, platelets or plasma Sept. 22-Oct. 19 will receive a $10 Amazon.com Gift Card by email. For details, see <a target="_blank" href="https://us.cisionone.cision.com/c/eJwsy01uwyAQxfHTwA4LD3iABYtsfI2IjyG2iksKlqPevkrU7e-9f_Zgk5bIyc9mcRaVMcA3X9ycDSqbMGDRYdGZDMxOKpQGkg1892hpQYU2ogS4zwrmAlJbq7AA03Lsmb72H3GEvVIfwizRmYJLjOKKF-D0Hnj123k-B1M3BiuD9fV6TZ1y6m2MWFvLU-sPBmttKVSxtYOe4UEMVrro-xwM1hJqnbbzqPygvAfRqVIYJPbsP3D_B6ZuM0rngHe_hd_xbONkWlJ4VPocp9QOPs5OdLxjrbIhmqVAJ7XQIIuIWmrhUgwyZ7Uklfnl4S8AAP__eEJjpQ">RedCrossBlood.org/Fall</a>. Those who give Oct. 20-Nov. 16, 2025, will receive a $10 e-gift card to a merchant of choice, plus be automatically entered for a chance to win one of three $5,000 gift cards. See <a target="_blank" href="https://us.cisionone.cision.com/c/eJwsy01uwyAQxfHTwA4LD3iABYtsfI2Ij3FsFZcUkKPevkrU7e-9f_Zgk5bIyc9mcRaVMcB3T3JOKqOzcdHGggNpjFlSzMomhwj88GhpQYU2ogS4zwrmDaS2VuEGTMt-ZPo6fsQZjkKtC7NEZzZcYhRXvACn98CL38d4dqZuDFYG6-v1mhrl1GrvsdSap9oeDNZSUyhiryc9w4MYrHTR9-gM1j20i_qY9nEWflI-gmhUKHQSR_YfuP8DU7cZpXPAm9_Db3_WPpiWFB6FPscp1ZP30YjOd6xVNkSzFOikFhrkJqKWWrgUg8xZLUllfnn4CwAA__94amSv">RedCrossBlood.org/Harvest</a> for details.&nbsp;Upcoming blood donation opportunities Oct. 16-31:&nbsp;BARTON<figure>
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 </figure>How to donate blood&nbsp;Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit <a target="_blank" href="https://us.cisionone.cision.com/c/eJwsyzGu6yAQheHVQIcFMzBAQZEm24jAM06sZ8t5YCW6u79KdNvvnJ8LpNlb0lJcDDkRxgj6UYilgnVLzYFQkssgM2J0xL66FlCvhZIEQkqNLMDNIbgFrE8JaQHl7VhZ_q3_zV7XTfowMbQcFwqtmVd7AU2fQW_lcZ5PhRcFVwXX9_s9deG5H2O07Th4OvpdwVXvwms1XTapQ8zK5Qu3P1B4cWRzBt3Lo_6M5zFO5a3U-ybf4zQfux5nF9k_sUeOIs4aytYbD3YxzVtv8tyqZcYwI-tXgd8AAAD__6cUVoM">RedCrossBlood.org</a>, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.&nbsp;Blood and platelet donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass® to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at <a target="_blank" href="https://us.cisionone.cision.com/c/eJwsy82OgyAUxfGngR0GL98LFt34Gg14r5WMFgdMm779pGa2v_85GMHPWlpOcXQmeKucA75GtCGPGLSxo9E-O_LBoUo6m2ySNMBLtJ6MVdZnKwHuo4JxAam9V3YBpmUvSD_lV-ypbNS6cCYHt1iTs3jlF9jhG_gW1_M8OlM3BhOD6f1-D41wbrX3vNWKQ20PBhPWZzpJXMRg2tMzPUjsH3GFUp-dwdTSUfBIvQ_ruW98JyxJNNoodRIF4wX3f2DqNloZAvAW1_TpR-0n05LSY6NrOMx15_1sRPv3rBU6olEKG6QWGuQispZahDkniajMrJC_IvwFAAD__2_baew">RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass</a> or use the Blood Donor App.&nbsp;

Gifts given to donors at upcoming area blood drives

KAYS - (1400/94.3) KFIX - (96.9) KHAZ - (99.5) KJLS - (103.3) KKQY - (101.9)Tuesday, October 14 noneWednesday, October 15 KAYS: Hawk Talk with Lance Leipold, 6:00pmThursday, October 16 noneFriday, October 17 KAYS: Fort Hays State VB vs. Central Oklahoma, 5:45pm KKQY: Hill City FB at Stockton, 6:00pm KFIX: Hays High FB vs. Great Bend, 6:30pm KHAZ: TMP-Marian FB at Syracuse, 6:30pmSaturday, October 18 KJLS: Fort Hays State FB at Northwest Missouri State, 12:30pmSunday, October 19 KFIX: Kansas City Chiefs FB vs. Los Vegas Raiders, 11:00am

By MARCIA DUNN &nbsp;AP Aerospace Writer

SpaceX launched another of its mammoth&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/spacex-starship-starbase-488416a6085cc64d8288d0a025602f28">Starship rockets</a>&nbsp;on a test flight Monday, successfully making it halfway around the world while releasing mock satellites like last time.

Starship — the&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/spacex-starship-elon-musk-moon-mars-5f02ab8e4b794e518fe99905adaa7471">biggest and most powerful rocket</a>&nbsp;ever built — thundered into the evening sky from the southern tip of Texas. The booster peeled away and made a controlled entry into the Gulf of Mexico as planned, with the spacecraft skimming space before descending into the Indian Ocean. Nothing was recovered.

“Hey, welcome back to Earth, Starship,” SpaceX's Dan Huot announced as employees cheered. “What a day.”

It was the 11th test flight for a full-scale Starship, which SpaceX founder and CEO Elon Musk intends to use to send people to Mars. NASA’s need is more immediate. The space agency cannot land astronauts on the moon by decade's end without the 403-foot (123-meter) Starship, the reusable vehicle meant to get them from lunar orbit down to the surface and back up.

Instead of remaining inside Launch Control as usual, Musk said that for the first time he was going outside to watch — “much more visceral.”

The previous test flight in August — a success after&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/spacex-starship-elon-musk-moon-mars-5f02ab8e4b794e518fe99905adaa7471">a string of explosive failures</a>&nbsp;— followed a similar path with similar goals. More maneuvering was built in this time, especially for the spacecraft. SpaceX conducted a series of tests during the spacecraft's entry over the Indian Ocean as practice for future landings back at the launch site.

Like before, Starship carried up eight mock satellites mimicking SpaceX’s Starlinks. The entire flight lasted just over an hour, originating from Starbase near the Mexican border.

By MARCIA DUNN &nbsp;AP Aerospace WriterSpaceX launched another of its mammoth&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/spacex-starship-starbase-488416a6085cc64d8288d0a025602f28">Starship rockets</a>&nbsp;on a test flight Monday, successfully making it halfway around the world while releasing mock satellites like last time.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Liftoff of Starship! <a href="https://t.co/sbfmGAEPa6">pic.twitter.com/sbfmGAEPa6</a>&mdash; SpaceX (@SpaceX) <a href="https://twitter.com/SpaceX/status/1977878290489643190?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 13, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Starship — the&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/spacex-starship-elon-musk-moon-mars-5f02ab8e4b794e518fe99905adaa7471">biggest and most powerful rocket</a>&nbsp;ever built — thundered into the evening sky from the southern tip of Texas. The booster peeled away and made a controlled entry into the Gulf of Mexico as planned, with the spacecraft skimming space before descending into the Indian Ocean. Nothing was recovered.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Starship’s Raptor engines ignite during hot-staging separation. Super Heavy is boosting back towards its splashdown site and preparing for its landing burn experiment <a href="https://t.co/oCy90IFitO">pic.twitter.com/oCy90IFitO</a>&mdash; SpaceX (@SpaceX) <a href="https://twitter.com/SpaceX/status/1977879026489548943?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 13, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Super Heavy has splashed down in the Gulf of America, gathering data for the next generation booster <a href="https://t.co/o72ciKBZYm">pic.twitter.com/o72ciKBZYm</a>&mdash; SpaceX (@SpaceX) <a href="https://twitter.com/SpaceX/status/1977880014348759495?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 13, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Splashdown confirmed! Congratulations to the entire SpaceX team on an exciting eleventh flight test of Starship! <a href="https://t.co/llcIvNZFfg">pic.twitter.com/llcIvNZFfg</a>&mdash; SpaceX (@SpaceX) <a href="https://twitter.com/SpaceX/status/1977895039318864296?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 14, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>“Hey, welcome back to Earth, Starship,” SpaceX's Dan Huot announced as employees cheered. “What a day.”It was the 11th test flight for a full-scale Starship, which SpaceX founder and CEO Elon Musk intends to use to send people to Mars. NASA’s need is more immediate. The space agency cannot land astronauts on the moon by decade's end without the 403-foot (123-meter) Starship, the reusable vehicle meant to get them from lunar orbit down to the surface and back up.Instead of remaining inside Launch Control as usual, Musk said that for the first time he was going outside to watch — “much more visceral.”The previous test flight in August — a success after&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/spacex-starship-elon-musk-moon-mars-5f02ab8e4b794e518fe99905adaa7471">a string of explosive failures</a>&nbsp;— followed a similar path with similar goals. More maneuvering was built in this time, especially for the spacecraft. SpaceX conducted a series of tests during the spacecraft's entry over the Indian Ocean as practice for future landings back at the launch site.Like before, Starship carried up eight mock satellites mimicking SpaceX’s Starlinks. The entire flight lasted just over an hour, originating from Starbase near the Mexican border.NASA’s acting administrator Sean Duffy praised Starship’s progress. “Another major step toward landing Americans on the moon’s south pole,” he said via X.SpaceX is modifying its Cape Canaveral launch sites to accommodate Starships, in addition to the much smaller Falcon rockets used to transport astronauts and supplies to the International Space Station for NASA.___The Associated Press Health and Science Department receives support from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute’s Department of Science Education and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. The AP is solely responsible for all content.