WHAT TAX CHANGES ARE IN THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL?

The One Big Beautiful Bill, signed into law on July 4, 2025, brings with it a sweeping package of tax changes and budget measures that will have a broad impact on individuals, families and businesses. The legislation makes permanent several provisions from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), while introducing new incentives for workers and business owners. 

As taxpayers try to make sense of what’s changed, many are asking practical questions:&nbsp;Will I pay less in taxes? What do the changes mean for my retirement or business planning? And how long will these provisions last?&nbsp;

One of the most notable elements of the bill is the extension and, in some cases, expansion of tax cuts for individuals and small businesses. The lower individual tax rates enacted under the TCJA, which were originally set to expire in 2025, have now been made permanent. This offers continued relief for middle-income earners and provides more predictability for long-term financial planning. The standard deduction remains high, reducing the number of people who itemize and simplifying tax filings for millions of Americans.&nbsp;

For business owners, this bill offers more than tax simplification. It creates actionable planning opportunities across multiple areas: entity structuring, equipment investment,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.adamsbrownwc.com/services/retirement-plans/">retirement planning</a>&nbsp;and even employee compensation strategies.

FOR BUSINESSES: KEY TAX BREAKS &amp; COMPLIANCE CHANGES

Bigger Tax Incentives for Investment and Expansion

The bill introduces or expands several provisions aimed at encouraging capital investment, manufacturing and innovation:&nbsp;

100% Bonus Depreciation Made Permanent. Now retroactive to qualifying property purchased or placed in service on or after Jan. 19, 2025. Section 179 Expensing Limit Increased. Businesses can now deduct up to $2.5 million in qualifying property (up from $1.16 million limit 2023 level). The deduction begins to phase out at $4 million in asset cost. New Deduction for Qualifying Production Property. Allows 100% expensing of structures used in manufacturing. Applies to construction that begins between Jan. 19, 2025, and Jan. 19, 2029, if placed in service before Jan. 1, 2031. R&amp;D Expensing Restored for Small Businesses.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.adamsbrowncpa.com/blog/expanding-rd-tax-credits-kansas/">Domestic R&amp;D </a>costs&nbsp;can now be expensed immediately for businesses with gross receipts under $31 million. These businesses may also retroactively deduct expenses from tax years beginning after Dec. 31, 2021. Businesses with average gross receipts under $31 million can begin expensing these costs in 2025. Also, large business taxpayers with R&amp;D expenses after 2021 and before 2025 may deduct remaining expenses over a one- or two- year period, beginning in 2025. Advanced Manufacturing Credit. Increases from 25% to 35%, incentivizing U.S.-based production facilities. Paid Family and Medical Leave Credit. Made permanent, providing continued support for employers offering leave benefits. Qualified Small Business Stock (Sec. 1202) Exclusion Expanded.&nbsp; For stock acquired after enactment, gain exclusions increase: &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;50% if held for three years &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;75% if held for four years &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;100% if held for five years or more Opportunity Zones and New Markets Tax Credit. Both made permanent to support community investment.&nbsp; Farmland Sale Deferral (Sec. 1062). Tax from farmland sales to a qualified farmer can now be paid in four annual installments. Interest Exclusion for Ag Loans. Allows a 25% exclusion of interest received on loans secured by agricultural land. The borrower’s deduction is reduced proportionally.&nbsp; Percentage of Completion Exception. Certain residential construction contracts are now exempt from this revenue recognition method, helping small builders manage taxable income timing. EBITDA-Based Limitation on Business Interest Deduction Reinstated (IRC Sec. 163(j)). The bill permanently reinstates the EBITDA-based (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization) formula for calculating the business interest expense limitation. This replaces the more restrictive EBIT-based standard that had been phased in. This change provides broader deductibility for leveraged businesses. Modifications to the Excess Business Loss Limitation. The legislation also includes technical and structural changes to the excess business loss calculation, offering additional clarity and predictability in tax planning for pass-through owners and investors. QBI Deduction Expanded. The 20% deduction is now permanent and adds a $400 minimum deduction for taxpayers with at least $1,000 in qualified business income from active participation.

WORKFORCE &amp; CHILDCARE INCENTIVES

Employer Childcare Credit Increased Rises from 25% to 40%, up to $600,000 annually—encouraging more employers to offer on-site or subsidized childcare solutions.&nbsp;

REPORTING &amp; COMPLIANCE CHANGES&nbsp;

1099-K Threshold Restored Returns to the previous $20,000 and 200 transaction threshold, reducing the burden on casual sellers and small e-commerce businesses.&nbsp; 1099-NEC/MISC Threshold Increased Starting in 2026, reporting is only required for non-employee payments of $2,000 or more (indexed for inflation). This change may reduce the number of 1099s businesses must issue. ERC Compliance Tightened The Employee Retention Credit program now includes stricter claim deadlines and new penalties for non-compliance.&nbsp; New 1% Remittance Transfer Tax Applies to certain outbound cash transfers, such as money orders or cashier’s checks. Withdrawals from bank accounts or credit cards are excluded.&nbsp; SSN Requirements for Education Credits Taxpayers must provide a valid SSN to claim the American Opportunity or Lifetime Learning Credits.

CLEAN ENERGY TAX CREDIT PHASE-OUT&nbsp;

Most Clean Energy Credits Sunset by 2026–2028 This includes credits for electric vehicles, solar panel installations and home energy upgrades.&nbsp; Clean Fuel Production Credit (45Z) Extended through 2029, maintaining incentives for low-carbon fuel producers.&nbsp;

FOR INDIVIDUALS: LOWER RATES AND NEW DEDUCTIONS

TAX RATES AND DEDUCTIONS Permanent Lower Tax Brackets The TCJA's individual tax brackets are now permanent. Annual adjustments for inflation will continue.&nbsp; Higher Standard Deductions for 2025 &nbsp; &nbsp; $15,750 – Single &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;$23,625 – Head of Household&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;$31,500 – Married Filing Jointly SALT Deduction Cap Temporarily Increased The state and local tax deduction cap is raised to $40,000 for 2025, increasing by 1% annually through 2029. A phaseout begins for incomes over $500,000. Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) Exemption Increased Now permanently set at $500,000 for single filers and $1 million for joint returns, indexed for inflation.&nbsp;

Child Tax Credit Increased to $2,200 per child in 2025. The refundable portion of $1,400 is now permanent.&nbsp; Child &amp; Dependent Care Credit Rises to 50% of eligible expenses. Adoption Credit Now up to $5,000 and fully refundable. Dependent Care Assistance Exclusion from income raised from $5,000 to $7,500.

SENIOR BENEFITS AND RETIREMENT PLANNING

Temporary Senior Deduction (2025–2028) A $6,000 deduction is available for individuals age 65+ with modified adjusted gross income under $75,000 ($150,000 for joint filers). This helps shield Social Security income from federal tax. Estate &amp; Gift Tax Exemption Increased Starting in 2026, the exemption rises to $15 million per individual and $30 million per couple, indexed for inflation.&nbsp;

OTHER NOTABLE INDIVIDUAL PROVISIONS

Mortgage Interest Deduction Cap Made Permanent Limited to interest on up to $750,000 of mortgage debt. Casualty Losses Expanded Now includes losses from certain state-declared disasters. Charitable Giving for Non-Itemizers A new above-the-line deduction is available for up to $1,000 (or $2,000 for joint filers) in charitable contributions. Trump Accounts New savings accounts for children, capped at $5,000 per year. Includes a $1,000 tax credit for children born between 2025 and 2028. Employers may contribute on a tax-free basis. 529 Plan Expansion Distributions now permitted for K–12 tuition, qualified postsecondary credentialing programs and traditional higher education expenses, offering greater&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.adamsbrownwc.com/529-savings-plans/">flexibility for education-related savings</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Tip Income Deduction Up to $25,000 in tip income may be excluded for individuals earning under $150,000 ($300,000 joint filers). Overtime Income Deduction Up to $12,500 per person ($25,000 joint returns) of overtime wages may be excluded. Car Loan Interest Deduction Up to $10,000 may be deducted for new U.S.-assembled vehicles, even for non-itemizers.&nbsp;

What This Means for Business Owners: Permanent deductions and accelerated expensing create new opportunities for reinvestment.

Workforce credits and&nbsp;childcare incentives could offset benefit costs.

Compliance relief for 1099s and&nbsp;tax certainty on business income helps with long-term planning. What This Means for you Personally: Lower tax rates and new deductions&nbsp;provide expanded savings potential.&nbsp;

Estate planning thresholds and retirement-related deductions&nbsp;support multigenerational planning.

Temporary exclusions for tips, overtime and car loan interest&nbsp;offer near-term cash flow opportunities.&nbsp;

What to Do Now: Adjust your&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.adamsbrowncpa.com/blog/withholding-tax-from-your-paycheck/">tax withholdings</a>&nbsp;and estimated payments.&nbsp;

Evaluate the timing of equipment purchases and charitable giving. Review employee benefit offerings and payroll systems.

Work with your&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.adamsbrowncpa.com/">tax advisor</a>&nbsp;to identify new credits,&nbsp;deductions and compliance responsibilities.&nbsp; Need help interpreting how these provisions apply to your situation?

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.adamsbrowncpa.com/contact/">Contact an Adams Brown tax advisor</a>&nbsp;for a personalized analysis of how the One Big Beautiful Bill could impact your business, your family and your future.&nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>WHAT TAX CHANGES ARE IN THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL?The One Big Beautiful Bill, signed into law on July 4, 2025, brings with it a sweeping package of tax changes and budget measures that will have a broad impact on individuals, families and businesses. The legislation makes permanent several provisions from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), while introducing new incentives for workers and business owners. As taxpayers try to make sense of what’s changed, many are asking practical questions:&nbsp;Will I pay less in taxes? What do the changes mean for my retirement or business planning? And how long will these provisions last?&nbsp;One of the most notable elements of the bill is the extension and, in some cases, expansion of tax cuts for individuals and small businesses. The lower individual tax rates enacted under the TCJA, which were originally set to expire in 2025, have now been made permanent. This offers continued relief for middle-income earners and provides more predictability for long-term financial planning. The standard deduction remains high, reducing the number of people who itemize and simplifying tax filings for millions of Americans.&nbsp;For business owners, this bill offers more than tax simplification. It creates actionable planning opportunities across multiple areas: entity structuring, equipment investment,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.adamsbrownwc.com/services/retirement-plans/">retirement planning</a>&nbsp;and even employee compensation strategies. Let’s dive into the details.FOR BUSINESSES: KEY TAX BREAKS &amp; COMPLIANCE CHANGESBigger Tax Incentives for Investment and ExpansionThe bill introduces or expands several provisions aimed at encouraging capital investment, manufacturing and innovation:&nbsp;100% Bonus Depreciation Made Permanent. Now retroactive to qualifying property purchased or placed in service on or after Jan. 19, 2025. Section 179 Expensing Limit Increased. Businesses can now deduct up to $2.5 million in qualifying property (up from $1.16 million limit 2023 level). The deduction begins to phase out at $4 million in asset cost. New Deduction for Qualifying Production Property. Allows 100% expensing of structures used in manufacturing. Applies to construction that begins between Jan. 19, 2025, and Jan. 19, 2029, if placed in service before Jan. 1, 2031. R&amp;D Expensing Restored for Small Businesses.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.adamsbrowncpa.com/blog/expanding-rd-tax-credits-kansas/">Domestic R&amp;D </a>costs&nbsp;can now be expensed immediately for businesses with gross receipts under $31 million. These businesses may also retroactively deduct expenses from tax years beginning after Dec. 31, 2021. Businesses with average gross receipts under $31 million can begin expensing these costs in 2025. Also, large business taxpayers with R&amp;D expenses after 2021 and before 2025 may deduct remaining expenses over a one- or two- year period, beginning in 2025. Advanced Manufacturing Credit. Increases from 25% to 35%, incentivizing U.S.-based production facilities. Paid Family and Medical Leave Credit. Made permanent, providing continued support for employers offering leave benefits. Qualified Small Business Stock (Sec. 1202) Exclusion Expanded.&nbsp; For stock acquired after enactment, gain exclusions increase: &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;50% if held for three years &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;75% if held for four years &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;100% if held for five years or more Opportunity Zones and New Markets Tax Credit. Both made permanent to support community investment.&nbsp; Farmland Sale Deferral (Sec. 1062). Tax from farmland sales to a qualified farmer can now be paid in four annual installments. Interest Exclusion for Ag Loans. Allows a 25% exclusion of interest received on loans secured by agricultural land. The borrower’s deduction is reduced proportionally.&nbsp; Percentage of Completion Exception. Certain residential construction contracts are now exempt from this revenue recognition method, helping small builders manage taxable income timing. EBITDA-Based Limitation on Business Interest Deduction Reinstated (IRC Sec. 163(j)). The bill permanently reinstates the EBITDA-based (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization) formula for calculating the business interest expense limitation. This replaces the more restrictive EBIT-based standard that had been phased in. This change provides broader deductibility for leveraged businesses. Modifications to the Excess Business Loss Limitation. The legislation also includes technical and structural changes to the excess business loss calculation, offering additional clarity and predictability in tax planning for pass-through owners and investors. QBI Deduction Expanded. The 20% deduction is now permanent and adds a $400 minimum deduction for taxpayers with at least $1,000 in qualified business income from active participation.WORKFORCE &amp; CHILDCARE INCENTIVES Employer Childcare Credit Increased Rises from 25% to 40%, up to $600,000 annually—encouraging more employers to offer on-site or subsidized childcare solutions.&nbsp;REPORTING &amp; COMPLIANCE CHANGES&nbsp; 1099-K Threshold Restored Returns to the previous $20,000 and 200 transaction threshold, reducing the burden on casual sellers and small e-commerce businesses.&nbsp; 1099-NEC/MISC Threshold Increased Starting in 2026, reporting is only required for non-employee payments of $2,000 or more (indexed for inflation). This change may reduce the number of 1099s businesses must issue. ERC Compliance Tightened The Employee Retention Credit program now includes stricter claim deadlines and new penalties for non-compliance.&nbsp; New 1% Remittance Transfer Tax Applies to certain outbound cash transfers, such as money orders or cashier’s checks. Withdrawals from bank accounts or credit cards are excluded.&nbsp; SSN Requirements for Education Credits Taxpayers must provide a valid SSN to claim the American Opportunity or Lifetime Learning Credits.CLEAN ENERGY TAX CREDIT PHASE-OUT&nbsp;Most Clean Energy Credits Sunset by 2026–2028 This includes credits for electric vehicles, solar panel installations and home energy upgrades.&nbsp; Clean Fuel Production Credit (45Z) Extended through 2029, maintaining incentives for low-carbon fuel producers.&nbsp;FOR INDIVIDUALS: LOWER RATES AND NEW DEDUCTIONS TAX RATES AND DEDUCTIONS Permanent Lower Tax Brackets The TCJA's individual tax brackets are now permanent. Annual adjustments for inflation will continue.&nbsp; Higher Standard Deductions for 2025 &nbsp; &nbsp; $15,750 – Single &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;$23,625 – Head of Household&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;$31,500 – Married Filing Jointly SALT Deduction Cap Temporarily Increased The state and local tax deduction cap is raised to $40,000 for 2025, increasing by 1% annually through 2029. A phaseout begins for incomes over $500,000. Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) Exemption Increased Now permanently set at $500,000 for single filers and $1 million for joint returns, indexed for inflation.&nbsp;FAMILY-FRIENDLY PROVISIONS Child Tax Credit Increased to $2,200 per child in 2025. The refundable portion of $1,400 is now permanent.&nbsp; Child &amp; Dependent Care Credit Rises to 50% of eligible expenses. Adoption Credit Now up to $5,000 and fully refundable. Dependent Care Assistance Exclusion from income raised from $5,000 to $7,500.SENIOR BENEFITS AND RETIREMENT PLANNINGTemporary Senior Deduction (2025–2028) A $6,000 deduction is available for individuals age 65+ with modified adjusted gross income under $75,000 ($150,000 for joint filers). This helps shield Social Security income from federal tax. Estate &amp; Gift Tax Exemption Increased Starting in 2026, the exemption rises to $15 million per individual and $30 million per couple, indexed for inflation.&nbsp;OTHER NOTABLE INDIVIDUAL PROVISIONSMortgage Interest Deduction Cap Made Permanent Limited to interest on up to $750,000 of mortgage debt. Casualty Losses Expanded Now includes losses from certain state-declared disasters. Charitable Giving for Non-Itemizers A new above-the-line deduction is available for up to $1,000 (or $2,000 for joint filers) in charitable contributions. Trump Accounts New savings accounts for children, capped at $5,000 per year. Includes a $1,000 tax credit for children born between 2025 and 2028. Employers may contribute on a tax-free basis. 529 Plan Expansion Distributions now permitted for K–12 tuition, qualified postsecondary credentialing programs and traditional higher education expenses, offering greater&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.adamsbrownwc.com/529-savings-plans/">flexibility for education-related savings</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp; TEMPORARY DEDUCTIONS (2025-2028)Tip Income Deduction Up to $25,000 in tip income may be excluded for individuals earning under $150,000 ($300,000 joint filers). Overtime Income Deduction Up to $12,500 per person ($25,000 joint returns) of overtime wages may be excluded. Car Loan Interest Deduction Up to $10,000 may be deducted for new U.S.-assembled vehicles, even for non-itemizers.&nbsp;TAKEAWAYS &amp; ACTION STEPSWhat This Means for Business Owners: Permanent deductions and accelerated expensing create new opportunities for reinvestment.Workforce credits and&nbsp;childcare incentives could offset benefit costs.Compliance relief for 1099s and&nbsp;tax certainty on business income helps with long-term planning. What This Means for you Personally: Lower tax rates and new deductions&nbsp;provide expanded savings potential.&nbsp;Estate planning thresholds and retirement-related deductions&nbsp;support multigenerational planning.Temporary exclusions for tips, overtime and car loan interest&nbsp;offer near-term cash flow opportunities.&nbsp;What to Do Now: Adjust your&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.adamsbrowncpa.com/blog/withholding-tax-from-your-paycheck/">tax withholdings</a>&nbsp;and estimated payments.&nbsp;Evaluate the timing of equipment purchases and charitable giving. Review employee benefit offerings and payroll systems.Work with your&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.adamsbrowncpa.com/">tax advisor</a>&nbsp;to identify new credits,&nbsp;deductions and compliance responsibilities.&nbsp; Need help interpreting how these provisions apply to your situation?<a target="_blank" href="https://www.adamsbrowncpa.com/contact/">Contact an Adams Brown tax advisor</a>&nbsp;for a personalized analysis of how the One Big Beautiful Bill could impact your business, your family and your future.&nbsp; &nbsp;Industry-related articles:Ag -<a href="https://www.adamsbrowncpa.com/blog/after-two-year-delay-farm-bill-enacted-with-passage-of-beautiful-tax-law/">&nbsp;https://www.adamsbrowncpa.com/blog/after-two-year-delay-farm-bill-enacted-with-passage-of-beautiful-tax-law/</a> Construction -&nbsp;<a href="https://www.adamsbrowncpa.com/blog/how-the-one-big-beautiful-bill-reshapes-construction-tax-planning/">https://www.adamsbrowncpa.com/blog/how-the-one-big-beautiful-bill-reshapes-construction-tax-planning/</a> Manufacturing -&nbsp;<a href="https://www.adamsbrowncpa.com/blog/obbba-tax-update-manufacturers/">https://www.adamsbrowncpa.com/blog/obbba-tax-update-manufacturers/</a> Individuals -&nbsp;<a href="https://www.adamsbrownwc.com/blog/a-new-chapter-in-tax-planning/">https://www.adamsbrownwc.com/blog/a-new-chapter-in-tax-planning/</a>

Hays Symphony to present ‘Fall Classics: Simply Strings’ Sept. 20

"Sod and Stubble," the motion picture based on the classic pioneer story, will screen on Saturday, Oct. 4 in Holyrood, at the American Legion, 416 N. Main. "Sod and Stubble" will be the highlighted feature of the Holyrood Booster Club’s “Heritage Matinee” fundraising event.

The event will kick off at 1 p.m. with archival film footage collected by Arlen Schultz, dating from the 1940s, depicting scenes such as a football game between Lorraine and Holyrood, and the dedication of the Ellsworth County Courthouse and celebratory parade.

An open mic storytelling time will follow for people to share their recollections about Holyrood and Ellsworth County. Attendees are encouraged to consider sharing a prepared historical anecdote between 1-2 minutes, which will be recorded for Holyrood’s archives.

"Sod and Stubble" Director Ken Spurgeon will introduce his film and entertain audience questions. "Sod and Stubble" tells the story of the Ise family who homesteaded in Osborne County in the 1870s, and battled through the many challenges of homesteading on the Kansas plains. The original story was written by John Ise in the 1930s with the help and remembrances of his mother, Rosa Ise. In the 1990s, Von Rothenberger added over 150 pages of additional text to the new release. Now, the story of Henry and Rosie Ise comes to life on the screen through the work of an award-winning cast and crew.

The film features Bailey Chase (Longmire, Homestead), Dodie Brown (American Horror Story), Barry Corbin (Lonesome Dove, No Country for Old Men), Mary McDonough (The Waltons), Buck Taylor (Yellowstone, Tombstone, Gunsmoke), Darby Hinton (Daniel Boone, Texas Rising), Rudy Ramos (Yellowstone, High Chaparral), Wyatt McCrea, R.W. Hampton, Mark Mannette, Delno Ebie and more. The film was written and directed by Ken Spurgeon.

"Sod and Stubble" was filmed in Downs, Wichita, and El Dorado. The film was produced by New Albany Films and Sod and Stubble LLC, and distributed by Purdie Distribution. Sod and Stubble has been distributed nationwide to theatres and released on streaming platforms.&nbsp;

More information about the film is available at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.sodandstubble.com/">www.sodandstubble.com</a>&nbsp;or by contacting Ken Spurgeon at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:kspurgeon76@gmail.com">kspurgeon76@gmail.com</a>.The Holyrood Booster Club will post updates about the October 4 Heritage Matinee fundraising event to Holyrood’s Historic 1887 Santa Fe Depot Museum &amp; Gathering Space Facebook page. Refreshments will be available for purchase, and a free-will donation will be collected towards civic projects.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>"Sod and Stubble," the motion picture based on the classic pioneer story, will screen on Saturday, Oct. 4 in Holyrood, at the American Legion, 416 N. Main. "Sod and Stubble" will be the highlighted feature of the Holyrood Booster Club’s “Heritage Matinee” fundraising event.The event will kick off at 1 p.m. with archival film footage collected by Arlen Schultz, dating from the 1940s, depicting scenes such as a football game between Lorraine and Holyrood, and the dedication of the Ellsworth County Courthouse and celebratory parade.An open mic storytelling time will follow for people to share their recollections about Holyrood and Ellsworth County. Attendees are encouraged to consider sharing a prepared historical anecdote between 1-2 minutes, which will be recorded for Holyrood’s archives."Sod and Stubble" Director Ken Spurgeon will introduce his film and entertain audience questions. "Sod and Stubble" tells the story of the Ise family who homesteaded in Osborne County in the 1870s, and battled through the many challenges of homesteading on the Kansas plains. The original story was written by John Ise in the 1930s with the help and remembrances of his mother, Rosa Ise. In the 1990s, Von Rothenberger added over 150 pages of additional text to the new release. Now, the story of Henry and Rosie Ise comes to life on the screen through the work of an award-winning cast and crew.The film features Bailey Chase (Longmire, Homestead), Dodie Brown (American Horror Story), Barry Corbin (Lonesome Dove, No Country for Old Men), Mary McDonough (The Waltons), Buck Taylor (Yellowstone, Tombstone, Gunsmoke), Darby Hinton (Daniel Boone, Texas Rising), Rudy Ramos (Yellowstone, High Chaparral), Wyatt McCrea, R.W. Hampton, Mark Mannette, Delno Ebie and more. The film was written and directed by Ken Spurgeon."Sod and Stubble" was filmed in Downs, Wichita, and El Dorado. The film was produced by New Albany Films and Sod and Stubble LLC, and distributed by Purdie Distribution. Sod and Stubble has been distributed nationwide to theatres and released on streaming platforms.&nbsp;More information about the film is available at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.sodandstubble.com/">www.sodandstubble.com</a>&nbsp;or by contacting Ken Spurgeon at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:kspurgeon76@gmail.com">kspurgeon76@gmail.com</a>.The Holyrood Booster Club will post updates about the October 4 Heritage Matinee fundraising event to Holyrood’s Historic 1887 Santa Fe Depot Museum &amp; Gathering Space Facebook page. Refreshments will be available for purchase, and a free-will donation will be collected towards civic projects.&nbsp;&nbsp;

'Sod and Stubble' film featured at Holyrood Booster Club fundraising event

By MIKE COURSON Great Bend Post

There is no cure for rabies in humans once symptoms have developed. The disease is almost always fatal once it reaches the central nervous system. That's why public health officials take the disease, which is usually transmitted to humans by the saliva of an infected animal through broken skin or mucous membranes, so seriously. Monday night, the city of Great Bend updates its rabies ordinance relating to rabies quarantine requirements. City Administrator Logan Burns said Great Bend's policy will now align with that of the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and Barton County.

"After discussion with local veterinarians, the city of Great Bend learned our ordinances were not consistent with modern veterinarian medical standards regarding rabies quarantine periods," he said. "Our current ordinance reflects a quarantine period of not less than 14 days, whereas KDHE standards reflect a 10-day quarantine period."

The city's ordinance will still require that any animal that has bitten a person be delivered to an animal control authority for licensed impounding and quarantine, and the animal shall be examined to determine if it is suffering from rabies. Barton County passed its resolution in 2018. Burns said certain dogs may be exempt.

"The other substantive change made to the ordinance is concerning police canines where any currently vaccinated canine belonging to the Great Bend Police Department, Barton County Sheriff's Office, or other police canine assisting from another law enforcement agency that bites any person while under proper law enforcement supervision, is exempt from requirements from subsection (b) of this proposed ordinance and may continue on active duty unless it is acting in a manner that would indicate symptoms of rabies."

Dr. William Niederee told the council that staff at the Golden Belt Humane Society used to make the determination if an animal had bitten someone was exhibiting rabies symptoms. In 2018, the policy was changed to require a licensed veterinarian to make that decision. If the animal that has bitten someone has current vaccinations, it would still be subject to a 10-day quarantine, though that may be at the owner's residence if adequate containment and other factors, including no history of aggressive behavior, are met.

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 </figure>By MIKE COURSON Great Bend PostThere is no cure for rabies in humans once symptoms have developed. The disease is almost always fatal once it reaches the central nervous system. That's why public health officials take the disease, which is usually transmitted to humans by the saliva of an infected animal through broken skin or mucous membranes, so seriously. Monday night, the city of Great Bend updates its rabies ordinance relating to rabies quarantine requirements. City Administrator Logan Burns said Great Bend's policy will now align with that of the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and Barton County."After discussion with local veterinarians, the city of Great Bend learned our ordinances were not consistent with modern veterinarian medical standards regarding rabies quarantine periods," he said. "Our current ordinance reflects a quarantine period of not less than 14 days, whereas KDHE standards reflect a 10-day quarantine period."The city's ordinance will still require that any animal that has bitten a person be delivered to an animal control authority for licensed impounding and quarantine, and the animal shall be examined to determine if it is suffering from rabies. Barton County passed its resolution in 2018. Burns said certain dogs may be exempt."The other substantive change made to the ordinance is concerning police canines where any currently vaccinated canine belonging to the Great Bend Police Department, Barton County Sheriff's Office, or other police canine assisting from another law enforcement agency that bites any person while under proper law enforcement supervision, is exempt from requirements from subsection (b) of this proposed ordinance and may continue on active duty unless it is acting in a manner that would indicate symptoms of rabies."Dr. William Niederee told the council that staff at the Golden Belt Humane Society used to make the determination if an animal had bitten someone was exhibiting rabies symptoms. In 2018, the policy was changed to require a licensed veterinarian to make that decision. If the animal that has bitten someone has current vaccinations, it would still be subject to a 10-day quarantine, though that may be at the owner's residence if adequate containment and other factors, including no history of aggressive behavior, are met.

Great Bend updates rabies quarantine ordinance to reflect KDHE standards

 Booked: Stenberg, Alex R. on Great Bend N4unicipal Court warrant 202401061 for Contempt of Court; Indirect with bond set at $752.50 cash only and on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant 202500090 for Failure to Appear with bond set at $500.00 cash or surety.

 Released l4oore, Stephen E. on Barton County District Court Serve Sentence. Released for Time Served.

 Booked in Holder, Debra J. for Barton County District Court Warrant #8T2025CR000083 for Offender Registration Violation. Bond set at $40,000.00 Cash or Surety, #8T2022CR000268 for Probation Violation. Bond set at $5,000.00 cash or Surety, and for Great Bend Municipal Court warrant #8T202100751 for Contempt of Court. Bond set at $367.50 Cash Only.

 Released Stenberg, Alex R. on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant 202401061 for Contempt of Court; Indirect and on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant 202500090 for Failure to Appear, by Order of the Court.

 Released Lasater, William R. on Rice County District Court case 25-353 for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon and Criminal Discharge of a Firearm - Recklessly Fire at Occupied Dwelling with bond of $20,000.00 surety Posted by B&amp;K Bail Bonds.

 Booked Delvecchio, Andre -Jonnatan on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant # 202500534 for Failure to Appear. Bond set at $2,000.00 Cash or Surety.

 Booked in Leon, Lee 5. on Barton County District Court Warrant 8T2023CR300018 for Probation Violation, bond set at NO BOND.

 Released Delvecchio, Andre Jonnatan on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant # 202500534 for Failure to Appear. Bond of $2,000.00 Surety Posted by Ace Bail Bonds.

 Booked in Wornkey, Heaven M. on a Great Bend Municipal Court warrant #202400779 for Contempt of Court. Bond set at $677.50 Cash only.

<figure>
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 </figure> Booked: Stenberg, Alex R. on Great Bend N4unicipal Court warrant 202401061 for Contempt of Court; Indirect with bond set at $752.50 cash only and on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant 202500090 for Failure to Appear with bond set at $500.00 cash or surety. Released l4oore, Stephen E. on Barton County District Court Serve Sentence. Released for Time Served. Booked in Holder, Debra J. for Barton County District Court Warrant #8T2025CR000083 for Offender Registration Violation. Bond set at $40,000.00 Cash or Surety, #8T2022CR000268 for Probation Violation. Bond set at $5,000.00 cash or Surety, and for Great Bend Municipal Court warrant #8T202100751 for Contempt of Court. Bond set at $367.50 Cash Only. Released Stenberg, Alex R. on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant 202401061 for Contempt of Court; Indirect and on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant 202500090 for Failure to Appear, by Order of the Court. Released Lasater, William R. on Rice County District Court case 25-353 for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon and Criminal Discharge of a Firearm - Recklessly Fire at Occupied Dwelling with bond of $20,000.00 surety Posted by B&amp;K Bail Bonds. Booked Delvecchio, Andre -Jonnatan on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant # 202500534 for Failure to Appear. Bond set at $2,000.00 Cash or Surety. Booked in Leon, Lee 5. on Barton County District Court Warrant 8T2023CR300018 for Probation Violation, bond set at NO BOND. Released Delvecchio, Andre Jonnatan on Great Bend Municipal Court warrant # 202500534 for Failure to Appear. Bond of $2,000.00 Surety Posted by Ace Bail Bonds. Booked in Wornkey, Heaven M. on a Great Bend Municipal Court warrant #202400779 for Contempt of Court. Bond set at $677.50 Cash only.

Barton County Sheriff's Booking activity (9/16)

Life is short, make the most of it. That's what North Carolina's Brandon Siong, 31, is doing on his Electric Unicycle (EUC) as he travels across the country. Beginning his journey in Virginia, Song made it to Great Bend Sunday night. After a day's rest, he will hit the road again Tuesday morning on his way to the West Coast.

"I hope this inspires people to go and do whatever they think is impossible for them," Song said. "It's possible as long as you put your mind into it. I'm not really financially stable, but I'm stable enough to be able to do this trip. I left my job. It's been in the planning for the past two years."

The original plan included a riding partner, but that fell apart near the border in Virginia when Siong's wheel broke and he had to wait for replacement parts. Since then, he's traveled the country along, sharing his journey on social media and enduring the nation's terrain and elements.

"Hills can be a little bit challenging because I'm trying to conserve battery," he said. "It's all dependent on my charge. Head winds, I hate those - going up and down gets tiring. Right now in Kansas, it just the headwinds. Other than that, it's perfect."

Siong is riding a Begode Master Pro, which weighs a little more than 120 pounds. The EUC has a small handle to help lift the wheel but otherwise lacks the handlebars associated with bicycles. It can typically travel 80-130 miles a day at speeds of 20-30 miles per hour.

"It really depends on how far I need to stretch my miles - how far each town is spread apart and whether I can charge there or not," said Song.

Many riders or walkers who embark on a nationwide journey bring a cause. For Siong, it's more about breaking out of his homebody shell. He's knocking out a goal and enjoying the views along the TransAmerica Trail in the process. After Great Bend, Song will head west toward Pueblo, Colo., then shoot north through Rawlins, Wyo. and Yellowstone National Park before deviating from the route to finish in California.

"Every day, once I'm done with my ride, I'll get in and get settled, charge my wheel, and do my edits for social," he said. "I plan for my next day. I just mark towns and try to find my stay in the cheapest town I can find. I try to do more than 100 miles a day."

Follow Brandon's journey on Instagram by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/justrolling_b/">CLICKING HERE.</a>

<figure>
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 </figure>By MIKE COURSON Great Bend PostLife is short, make the most of it. That's what North Carolina's Brandon Siong, 31, is doing on his Electric Unicycle (EUC) as he travels across the country. Beginning his journey in Virginia, Song made it to Great Bend Sunday night. After a day's rest, he will hit the road again Tuesday morning on his way to the West Coast."I hope this inspires people to go and do whatever they think is impossible for them," Song said. "It's possible as long as you put your mind into it. I'm not really financially stable, but I'm stable enough to be able to do this trip. I left my job. It's been in the planning for the past two years."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1757978012235.jpeg" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>The original plan included a riding partner, but that fell apart near the border in Virginia when Siong's wheel broke and he had to wait for replacement parts. Since then, he's traveled the country along, sharing his journey on social media and enduring the nation's terrain and elements."Hills can be a little bit challenging because I'm trying to conserve battery," he said. "It's all dependent on my charge. Head winds, I hate those - going up and down gets tiring. Right now in Kansas, it just the headwinds. Other than that, it's perfect."Siong is riding a Begode Master Pro, which weighs a little more than 120 pounds. The EUC has a small handle to help lift the wheel but otherwise lacks the handlebars associated with bicycles. It can typically travel 80-130 miles a day at speeds of 20-30 miles per hour."It really depends on how far I need to stretch my miles - how far each town is spread apart and whether I can charge there or not," said Song.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1757978054115.png" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>Many riders or walkers who embark on a nationwide journey bring a cause. For Siong, it's more about breaking out of his homebody shell. He's knocking out a goal and enjoying the views along the TransAmerica Trail in the process. After Great Bend, Song will head west toward Pueblo, Colo., then shoot north through Rawlins, Wyo. and Yellowstone National Park before deviating from the route to finish in California."Every day, once I'm done with my ride, I'll get in and get settled, charge my wheel, and do my edits for social," he said. "I plan for my next day. I just mark towns and try to find my stay in the cheapest town I can find. I try to do more than 100 miles a day."Follow Brandon's journey on Instagram by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/justrolling_b/">CLICKING HERE.</a>

North Carolina rider makes Great Bend stop on unique nationwide journey

Tuesday Sunny, with a high near 87. South wind 6 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.

Tuesday Night A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 62. South southeast wind 6 to 9 mph.

Wednesday Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 1pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 76. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Wednesday Night A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 58.

Thursday A slight chance of showers, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 76. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Thursday Night A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 56. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Friday Mostly sunny, with a high near 77.

Friday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 56.

Saturday Mostly sunny, with a high near 77.

Tuesday Sunny, with a high near 87. South wind 6 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.Tuesday Night A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 62. South southeast wind 6 to 9 mph.Wednesday Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 1pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 76. Chance of precipitation is 60%.Wednesday Night A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 58.Thursday A slight chance of showers, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 76. Chance of precipitation is 30%.Thursday Night A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 56. Chance of precipitation is 20%.Friday Mostly sunny, with a high near 77.Friday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 56.Saturday Mostly sunny, with a high near 77.

Tuesday's weather

PRATT COUNTY—One person died in an accident just after 12:30p.m. Monday in Pratt County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2021 Jeep Wrangler driven by Jay M. Brown, 60, Minneapolis, Minnesota, was traveling southwest on Kansas Highway 61 at 60th Avenue eight miles north of Pratt.

The Jeep traveled left of center across the northeast lanes, entered the south ditch, struck an embankment, and rolled onto its roof.

Brown was pronounced dead at the scene and was transported to&nbsp;Larrison Mortuary. He was properly restrained at the time of the accident, according to the KHP.

PRATT COUNTY—One person died in an accident just after 12:30p.m. Monday in Pratt County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2021 Jeep Wrangler driven by Jay M. Brown, 60, Minneapolis, Minnesota, was traveling southwest on Kansas Highway 61 at 60th Avenue eight miles north of Pratt.The Jeep traveled left of center across the northeast lanes, entered the south ditch, struck an embankment, and rolled onto its roof.Brown was pronounced dead at the scene and was transported to&nbsp;Larrison Mortuary. He was properly restrained at the time of the accident, according to the KHP.

Man dies after SUV rollover accident 

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today applauded the decision by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to approve Kansas’ 2025 provider tax preprint, increasing the provider tax to 6% from 3%. This will generate revenue from prospective payment system (PPS) hospitals in Kansas, which in turn is matched by federal Medicaid dollars. This change will increase Medicaid rates to Kansas hospitals and physicians and is expected to generate approximately $1 billion annually for Kansas hospitals.

“Last year, the Kansas legislature passed a bill to increase the state’s hospital provider tax, enabling Kansas hospitals and physicians to receive additional federal dollars from Medicaid,”&nbsp;said Sen. Moran.&nbsp;“Considering Kansas’ pending application before CMS, I worked to make certain the Medicaid reforms in the Reconciliation Bill would permit Kansas’ pending application to still be considered and approved. I worked with Kansas hospitals, the Kelly administration and Administrator Oz to make certain Kansas’ application was submitted and considered in a timely manner. This change will allow Kansas hospitals to receive additional resources to provide quality, affordable care to Kansans.”

“Kansas hospitals were pleased to learn that the 2025 provider tax preprint, which allows the state to draw down federal matching funds to match the provider assessment at 6%, was approved,”&nbsp;said Chad Austin, President &amp; CEO, Kansas Hospital Association.&nbsp;“As with any significant achievement, it took many to reach this goal including our congressional delegation, led by Senator Moran, as well as the Governor, KDHE leadership and the Medicaid finance team.”

“Senator Moran and his team are long-time champions of healthcare in Kansas,” said Bob Page, President &amp; CEO, The University of Kansas Health System.&nbsp;“We greatly appreciate his efforts to ensure qualifying hospitals across the state, particularly those in rural areas, can now receive much needed additional reimbursement for care provided to Medicaid patients. Access to quality healthcare close to home is critical for rural vitality across Kansas. With current anticipated changes and uncertainty in health care, this is an important step forward for hospitals in our state.”

“We were excited and grateful to learn of the CMS approval of the 2025 Provider Tax preprint,”&nbsp;said Brian Williams, President &amp; CEO, Labette Health.&nbsp;“These resources will help us ensure uninterrupted access to safe, high quality hospital services in the rural Kansas communities that we serve. Senator Moran’s leadership on this issue during the approval process of the One Big Beautiful Bill was exceptionally important to its approval, and our words fall short on the difference this will make in so many Kansans lives.”

“We are grateful to Sen. Moran for his work to ensure Kansas’ pending CMS application remained eligible for consideration amid changes to the Medicaid program,”&nbsp;said Benjamin Anderson, President &amp; CEO, Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.&nbsp;“CMS’s decision to approve Kansas’ 2025 Provider Tax increase means more federal support will be available for rural hospitals to continue our work of providing critical services and care to communities across our state.”

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1750514507439.png" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today applauded the decision by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to approve Kansas’ 2025 provider tax preprint, increasing the provider tax to 6% from 3%. This will generate revenue from prospective payment system (PPS) hospitals in Kansas, which in turn is matched by federal Medicaid dollars. This change will increase Medicaid rates to Kansas hospitals and physicians and is expected to generate approximately $1 billion annually for Kansas hospitals.“Last year, the Kansas legislature passed a bill to increase the state’s hospital provider tax, enabling Kansas hospitals and physicians to receive additional federal dollars from Medicaid,”&nbsp;said Sen. Moran.&nbsp;“Considering Kansas’ pending application before CMS, I worked to make certain the Medicaid reforms in the Reconciliation Bill would permit Kansas’ pending application to still be considered and approved. I worked with Kansas hospitals, the Kelly administration and Administrator Oz to make certain Kansas’ application was submitted and considered in a timely manner. This change will allow Kansas hospitals to receive additional resources to provide quality, affordable care to Kansans.”“Kansas hospitals were pleased to learn that the 2025 provider tax preprint, which allows the state to draw down federal matching funds to match the provider assessment at 6%, was approved,”&nbsp;said Chad Austin, President &amp; CEO, Kansas Hospital Association.&nbsp;“As with any significant achievement, it took many to reach this goal including our congressional delegation, led by Senator Moran, as well as the Governor, KDHE leadership and the Medicaid finance team.”“Senator Moran and his team are long-time champions of healthcare in Kansas,” said Bob Page, President &amp; CEO, The University of Kansas Health System.&nbsp;“We greatly appreciate his efforts to ensure qualifying hospitals across the state, particularly those in rural areas, can now receive much needed additional reimbursement for care provided to Medicaid patients. Access to quality healthcare close to home is critical for rural vitality across Kansas. With current anticipated changes and uncertainty in health care, this is an important step forward for hospitals in our state.”“We were excited and grateful to learn of the CMS approval of the 2025 Provider Tax preprint,”&nbsp;said Brian Williams, President &amp; CEO, Labette Health.&nbsp;“These resources will help us ensure uninterrupted access to safe, high quality hospital services in the rural Kansas communities that we serve. Senator Moran’s leadership on this issue during the approval process of the One Big Beautiful Bill was exceptionally important to its approval, and our words fall short on the difference this will make in so many Kansans lives.”“We are grateful to Sen. Moran for his work to ensure Kansas’ pending CMS application remained eligible for consideration amid changes to the Medicaid program,”&nbsp;said Benjamin Anderson, President &amp; CEO, Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.&nbsp;“CMS’s decision to approve Kansas’ 2025 Provider Tax increase means more federal support will be available for rural hospitals to continue our work of providing critical services and care to communities across our state.”Background information:<ul>
 <li>In the 2024 legislative session, the Kansas State Legislature passed legislation to increase the state provider tax for prospective payment system (PPS) hospitals, raising the cap from 3% to 6%. The increase passed by the Kansas State Legislature had to be approved by CMS.</li><li>This change means PPS hospitals will have a higher assessment rate, which in turn will allow them and all hospitals to access increased federal Medicaid reimbursements.</li><li>The&nbsp;One Big Beautiful Bill Act&nbsp;capped state provider taxes at 3.5% for Medicaid expansion states, but non-expansion states, like Kansas, are not subject to the federal state provider tax cap.</li><li>With the increased state provider tax cap, Kansas providers will receive increased Medicaid reimbursements for the next decade.</li>
 </ul>

 Sen. Moran releases statement on CMS decision to increase funding to hospitals

Though often found in agricultural crops, fall armyworms have been found in certain turfgrass species and we’ve had many reports of them recently. This has been a bad year for them in crops as well as in homeowners’ turf.

Description: Young larvae are ½ to ¾ inches long. Mature larvae can reach 1½ inches long. Fall armyworms can be identified by the inverted “Y” on top of the dark head. Adult moths are ½ inch long. The two front wings are brown-grey. Males have more dark markings than females.

Life Cycle: As a tropical insect, fall armyworms are not able to overwinter in Kansas limiting them to 2-4 generations each year. Moths migrate to their seasonal home and lay hundreds of eggs in clusters. Larvae hatch and begin feeding. Once established, new generations can occur every 23-25 days.

Damage: Larvae feed on grass blades. Heavy infestations will occasionally chew the blades to the crown. Though the damage may be unsightly it does not typically kill the grass. Regrowth of the turfgrass can be expedited with rain and/or irrigation.

Control: If insecticide applications are considered, cyhalothrin (Spectracide Triazicide), permethrin (38 Plus Turf, Termite &amp; Ornamental Insect Spray; Hi-Yield Garden &amp; Farm Insect Control; Eight Yard &amp; Garden RTS) and spinosad (Conserve, Monterey Garden Insect Spray, Captain Jack's Dead Bug Brew, Natural Guard Spinosad) and Dylox (BioAdvanced 24-Hour Grub Control) are commonly available materials registered for control of fall armyworm in turf. Neem oil is also an option if a homeowner does not want to use chemicals.

Spray treatments have greater and quicker contact efficacy than granular applications. Granular treatments require irrigation or rain to activate the insecticide from the dry granular carrier. Professional lawn care service personnel have access to additional materials (such as Scimitar and Deltamethrin) which may have more persistence than homeowner products.

Alicia Boor is an Agriculture and Natural Resources agent in the Cottonwood District (which includes Barton and Ellis counties) for K-State Research and Extension. You can contact her by e-mail at aboor@ksu.edu or calling 620-793-1910

K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity employer and provider. Kansas State University, County Extension Councils, Extension Districts, and U.S. Department of Agriculture Cooperating.

<figure>
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 <figcaption>written by: Alicia Boor - Cottonwood Extension District</figcaption>
 </figure>Though often found in agricultural crops, fall armyworms have been found in certain turfgrass species and we’ve had many reports of them recently. This has been a bad year for them in crops as well as in homeowners’ turf.Description: Young larvae are ½ to ¾ inches long. Mature larvae can reach 1½ inches long. Fall armyworms can be identified by the inverted “Y” on top of the dark head. Adult moths are ½ inch long. The two front wings are brown-grey. Males have more dark markings than females.Life Cycle: As a tropical insect, fall armyworms are not able to overwinter in Kansas limiting them to 2-4 generations each year. Moths migrate to their seasonal home and lay hundreds of eggs in clusters. Larvae hatch and begin feeding. Once established, new generations can occur every 23-25 days.Damage: Larvae feed on grass blades. Heavy infestations will occasionally chew the blades to the crown. Though the damage may be unsightly it does not typically kill the grass. Regrowth of the turfgrass can be expedited with rain and/or irrigation.Control: If insecticide applications are considered, cyhalothrin (Spectracide Triazicide), permethrin (38 Plus Turf, Termite &amp; Ornamental Insect Spray; Hi-Yield Garden &amp; Farm Insect Control; Eight Yard &amp; Garden RTS) and spinosad (Conserve, Monterey Garden Insect Spray, Captain Jack's Dead Bug Brew, Natural Guard Spinosad) and Dylox (BioAdvanced 24-Hour Grub Control) are commonly available materials registered for control of fall armyworm in turf. Neem oil is also an option if a homeowner does not want to use chemicals.Spray treatments have greater and quicker contact efficacy than granular applications. Granular treatments require irrigation or rain to activate the insecticide from the dry granular carrier. Professional lawn care service personnel have access to additional materials (such as Scimitar and Deltamethrin) which may have more persistence than homeowner products.Alicia Boor is an Agriculture and Natural Resources agent in the Cottonwood District (which includes Barton and Ellis counties) for K-State Research and Extension. You can contact her by e-mail at aboor@ksu.edu or calling 620-793-1910K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity employer and provider. Kansas State University, County Extension Councils, Extension Districts, and U.S. Department of Agriculture Cooperating.

BOOR: Fall armyworms being found in turfgrass, crops

News from the Oil Patch Sep. 15

Kansas crude prices are up a dollar from last week, but down $1.25 from the first of the month, and nine dollars lower than at the first of the year.&nbsp; Kansas Common crude starts the week at $53.00 a barrel at CHS in McPherson.

Employment in the oil patch is dropping according to an online report citing government data. The publication Rig Zone cites data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics showing total employment in oil-and-gas extraction has dropped by four thousand jobs from January to August. Figures show a month on month drop on four occasions so far this year. Total employment as of August reached 119-thousand workers.

Baker Hughes reports 539 active drilling rigs nationwide, up two oil rigs from last week. The tallies in Texas and New Mexico are each up one, while Oklahoma is down one for the week.&nbsp; US totals are down 51 rigs from the same week a year ago.

The weekly Kansas Rig Count from Independent Oil and Gas Service dropped nearly 17% from last week, 25% from last month, and 37% from last year. There are five active rigs in eastern Kansas, down three from a week ago. The total west of Wichita is unchanged at ten rigs.

The Kansas Geological Society recognized and named two brand new oil fields. They're located in Logan and Ness counties. That's 16 new oil and gas fields so far this year.

Kansas regulators okayed 12 new drilling permits this week, with six in Western Kansas and six east of Wichita. That's 499 so far this year, compared to 733 new drilling locations by this time last year. Independent Oil and Gas Service reports eleven new well-completions, 824 so far this year. Three of those are in Western Kansas, including one in Ellis County.

Kansas crude oil production in May increased slightly from April, but the daily average drops under 71-thousand barrels. Cumulative output through May reached 10.5 million barrels, dropping the cumulative daily average to 69.64 barrels per day. That's down nearly 3,000 barrels a day from a year ago. Output in Ellis County through May averaged 5,386 barrels a day, down 309 barrels from a year ago. Barton County produced 3,754 barrels a day, down slightly from last year. 

Russell County is up slightly from a year earlier, at 3,312 barrels a day. Output in Stafford County is also slightly higher, at 2,423 barrels a day.US crude production topped 13.4 million barrels a day for a third week in a row, and nearly topped 13.5 million for the first time in nearly six months. The Energy Information Administration reports average output of &nbsp;13,495,000 barrels per day, the highest weekly average since March 28. The four-week average, and cumulative production so far this year, are each below 13.5 million barrels a day; each remains nearly two percent higher than a year ago.

The government added another half million barrels to the Strategic Petroleum Reserves, which now total more than 405 million barrels. SPR refilled more than 25 million barrels in the last year, at $30-$35 per barrel less than what we sold it for three years ago.

Commercial crude inventories rose nearly four million barrels, topping off at 424.6 million barrels as of September 5. EIA says stockpiles are down about three percent from the five-year average for this time of year.

Crude oil imports are down nearly seven percent from a week ago. They're down nearly nine percent from a year ago, and more than 17 percent from two years ago. The Energy Information Administration reports current average imports of 6.3 million barrels a day. The four-week average is down about half a percentage point from the same four weeks last year.

Crude exports dropped by more than a million daily barrels to 2.7 million barrels per day. Refined product exports jumped about half a million barrels a day to 7.2 million.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
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 </figure>News from the Oil Patch Sep. 15By John P. TretbarKansas crude prices are up a dollar from last week, but down $1.25 from the first of the month, and nine dollars lower than at the first of the year.&nbsp; Kansas Common crude starts the week at $53.00 a barrel at CHS in McPherson.Employment in the oil patch is dropping according to an online report citing government data. The publication Rig Zone cites data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics showing total employment in oil-and-gas extraction has dropped by four thousand jobs from January to August. Figures show a month on month drop on four occasions so far this year. Total employment as of August reached 119-thousand workers.Baker Hughes reports 539 active drilling rigs nationwide, up two oil rigs from last week. The tallies in Texas and New Mexico are each up one, while Oklahoma is down one for the week.&nbsp; US totals are down 51 rigs from the same week a year ago.The weekly Kansas Rig Count from Independent Oil and Gas Service dropped nearly 17% from last week, 25% from last month, and 37% from last year. There are five active rigs in eastern Kansas, down three from a week ago. The total west of Wichita is unchanged at ten rigs.The Kansas Geological Society recognized and named two brand new oil fields. They're located in Logan and Ness counties. That's 16 new oil and gas fields so far this year.Kansas regulators okayed 12 new drilling permits this week, with six in Western Kansas and six east of Wichita. That's 499 so far this year, compared to 733 new drilling locations by this time last year. Independent Oil and Gas Service reports eleven new well-completions, 824 so far this year. Three of those are in Western Kansas, including one in Ellis County.Kansas crude oil production in May increased slightly from April, but the daily average drops under 71-thousand barrels. Cumulative output through May reached 10.5 million barrels, dropping the cumulative daily average to 69.64 barrels per day. That's down nearly 3,000 barrels a day from a year ago. Output in Ellis County through May averaged 5,386 barrels a day, down 309 barrels from a year ago. Barton County produced 3,754 barrels a day, down slightly from last year. Russell County is up slightly from a year earlier, at 3,312 barrels a day. Output in Stafford County is also slightly higher, at 2,423 barrels a day.US crude production topped 13.4 million barrels a day for a third week in a row, and nearly topped 13.5 million for the first time in nearly six months. The Energy Information Administration reports average output of &nbsp;13,495,000 barrels per day, the highest weekly average since March 28. The four-week average, and cumulative production so far this year, are each below 13.5 million barrels a day; each remains nearly two percent higher than a year ago.The government added another half million barrels to the Strategic Petroleum Reserves, which now total more than 405 million barrels. SPR refilled more than 25 million barrels in the last year, at $30-$35 per barrel less than what we sold it for three years ago.Commercial crude inventories rose nearly four million barrels, topping off at 424.6 million barrels as of September 5. EIA says stockpiles are down about three percent from the five-year average for this time of year.Crude oil imports are down nearly seven percent from a week ago. They're down nearly nine percent from a year ago, and more than 17 percent from two years ago. The Energy Information Administration reports current average imports of 6.3 million barrels a day. The four-week average is down about half a percentage point from the same four weeks last year.Crude exports dropped by more than a million daily barrels to 2.7 million barrels per day. Refined product exports jumped about half a million barrels a day to 7.2 million.&nbsp;&nbsp;

News from the Oil Patch: Oil patch employment plummets

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) will begin a bridge replacement project on U.S. 56 in Rice County the week of Sept. 29.

The project involves replacing a box culvert-style bridge located just south of the city of Chase, between 7th and 8th roads. The existing bridge has reached the end of its useful life and requires replacement.

The lead contractor for the $1.8 million project is Reece Construction of Salina. The project is anticipated to be completed by spring of 2026.

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) will begin a bridge replacement project on U.S. 56 in Rice County the week of Sept. 29.The project involves replacing a box culvert-style bridge located just south of the city of Chase, between 7th and 8th roads. The existing bridge has reached the end of its useful life and requires replacement.The lead contractor for the $1.8 million project is Reece Construction of Salina. The project is anticipated to be completed by spring of 2026.

KDOT to begin bridge replacement project in Rice Co. later this month

The Shafer Art Gallery, in collaboration with artist Brian Hutchinson, is reviving a selection of printing plates created by historic Kansas printmaker Orlin C. Baker.&nbsp;

Shafer Gallery Director Alyssa Bliven said Baker lived from 1886 to 1959 and was a skilled printmaker in drypoint, lithography, etching, and aquatint. She said in addition to his artistic endeavors, he was also a jeweler, civil engineer, and teacher who shared his artistic vision through classes across Kansas and beyond.

“His wife Margaret was a dedicated supporter of the Shafer Art Gallery, both as a donor and as an engaged presence in the local arts community,” she said. “This special project honors Baker’s enduring legacy by producing a small run of prints from his original plates, which will be available for purchase through the Gallery. In doing so, we preserve not only the material traces of his artistry, but also the spirit of creativity and community that he and Margaret embodied.”

Hutchinson lives in Hays, where he teaches art and art education at Fort Hays State University. In addition to his role as an instructor, he is an active contemporary artist whose practice centers on printmaking and extends into mixed media, sculpture, drawing, painting, ceramics, and jewelry. He said he was excited to be a part of this process because he was fascinated with printmaking from a technical standpoint and the archival and historical elements included in the process.

“The beauty of these plates to me is that we can revive those marks,” he said. “We can get them with fresh ink on new paper. Working on somebody else's plate is really interesting because I'm literally touching those marks, kind of almost going through some similar motions that the artist might have been doing. So, there's this sort of communion that happens between the past and the present. You're also sort of learning about their mark-making and how that is diverse from the way that I might engage with that. So, there's kind of a timeless quality.

Hutchinson also wanted to be a part of rescuing and bringing back the integrity of these works so that future generations can enjoy them. Both Hutchinson and Orlin once lived in Great Bend, and like many of the artists featured by the Gallery, they reflect its focus on Kansas art educators.

“Several of these plates also have been damaged over the years,” he said. “So, I enjoy that idea of repairing and engaging in some preservation to bring those images back to a much more powerful state and then keep them there so they can continue.”

The Shafer Gallery is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is always free. For more information, contact Bliven at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:shafergallery@bartonccc.edu" target="_blank">shafergallery@bartonccc.edu</a>&nbsp;or (620) 792-9342.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1757868357712.jpeg" alt="Brian Hutchinson works on restoring a printing plate of Orlin C. Baker in the art studio on the Barton Campus." />
 <figcaption>Brian Hutchinson works on restoring a printing plate of Orlin C. Baker in the art studio on the Barton Campus.</figcaption>
 </figure>By JOE VINDUSKA BCCThe Shafer Art Gallery, in collaboration with artist Brian Hutchinson, is reviving a selection of printing plates created by historic Kansas printmaker Orlin C. Baker.&nbsp;Shafer Gallery Director Alyssa Bliven said Baker lived from 1886 to 1959 and was a skilled printmaker in drypoint, lithography, etching, and aquatint. She said in addition to his artistic endeavors, he was also a jeweler, civil engineer, and teacher who shared his artistic vision through classes across Kansas and beyond.“His wife Margaret was a dedicated supporter of the Shafer Art Gallery, both as a donor and as an engaged presence in the local arts community,” she said. “This special project honors Baker’s enduring legacy by producing a small run of prints from his original plates, which will be available for purchase through the Gallery. In doing so, we preserve not only the material traces of his artistry, but also the spirit of creativity and community that he and Margaret embodied.”Hutchinson lives in Hays, where he teaches art and art education at Fort Hays State University. In addition to his role as an instructor, he is an active contemporary artist whose practice centers on printmaking and extends into mixed media, sculpture, drawing, painting, ceramics, and jewelry. He said he was excited to be a part of this process because he was fascinated with printmaking from a technical standpoint and the archival and historical elements included in the process.“The beauty of these plates to me is that we can revive those marks,” he said. “We can get them with fresh ink on new paper. Working on somebody else's plate is really interesting because I'm literally touching those marks, kind of almost going through some similar motions that the artist might have been doing. So, there's this sort of communion that happens between the past and the present. You're also sort of learning about their mark-making and how that is diverse from the way that I might engage with that. So, there's kind of a timeless quality.Hutchinson also wanted to be a part of rescuing and bringing back the integrity of these works so that future generations can enjoy them. Both Hutchinson and Orlin once lived in Great Bend, and like many of the artists featured by the Gallery, they reflect its focus on Kansas art educators.“Several of these plates also have been damaged over the years,” he said. “So, I enjoy that idea of repairing and engaging in some preservation to bring those images back to a much more powerful state and then keep them there so they can continue.”The Shafer Gallery is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is always free. For more information, contact Bliven at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:shafergallery@bartonccc.edu" target="_blank">shafergallery@bartonccc.edu</a>&nbsp;or (620) 792-9342.

Shafer Gallery brings printing plates back to life with talents of local artist

 Booked in Thompson, Amanda L. a Northwest Kansas Community Corrections for Probation Violation. Bond set at NO BOND.

 Released Fitzpatrick, Chara A. for Probation Granted.

 Released Anderson, Alexander Michael for Parole Violation warrant withdrawn by KDOC.

 Booked in Juvenile on a Barton County District Court case #25-1517 for Aggravated Arson, Felony Obstruction, Criminal Damage to Property. Bond set at NO BOND.

 Released Good, Travis W. on Barton County District Court case # BT2018CR0554. Released by order of the court.

 Released Juvenile on a Barton County District Court case #25-1517 for Aggravated Arson, Felony Obstruction, Criminal Damage to Property, Transferred to Juvenile Services.

 Booked Balanzar-Leyva, Martin Jr. on Barton County District case #8T2023CR0216 for Serve Sentence. Bond set at no bond.

 Booked Henderson, Santia C. on Ellinwood Municipal Court warrant #E250002 for Failure to Appear. Bond set at NO BOND.

 Booked Mayer, Thaddeus Russell Lee on Barton County District Court warrant # BT2025CR0329 for Criminal carrying of a weapon Bond set at $2,500.00 Cash or Surety.&nbsp;

 Booked Blackwill, Darien A. on Barton County District Court case #8T2025TR0151 for Serve Sentence. Bond set at no bond.

 Released Mayer, Thaddeus R. L. on Barton County District Court warrant #8T2025CR0329 for Criminal carrying of a weapon, and Defective Windshield Wipers after posting a $2,500.00 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.

 Booked in MacMahon, David on Barton County District Court warrant# 8T2025CR0338 for Violation of PFA. Bond set at $2,500.00 cash or surety.

 Released MacMahon, David on Barton County District Court warrant# 8T2025CR0338 for Violation of PFA. Posted a surety bond of $2,500.00 through Around the clock Bail Bonds.

 Booked Bauer, Ethan J on Barton County District Court case #25-L524 for Aggravated Domestic Battery and Interference with LEO. Bond set at $20,000.00 cash or surety.

 Released Bauer, Ethan J on Barton County District Court case #25-L524 tot Aggravated Domestic Battery and Interference with LEO after posting the $20,000.00 surety bond through ACE Bail Bonds.

 Booked in Causey, Keshia on Barton County District Court case #25-929 Aggravated Child Endangerment, DUI, Basic speed and Possession of a Firearm While Under the Influence. Bond set at $5,000.00 cash or surety.

 Released Causey, Keshia on Barton County District Court case #25-929 Aggravated Child Endangerment, DUI, Basic Speed and Possession of a Firearm while Under the Influence. She posted a $5,000.00 bond in cash.

 Released Baldwin, Jamie R. on Barton County District Court warrant 8T2023CR0126 for Probation Violation, After Posting a $10,000.00 Surety Bond through Ace Bail Bonds.

 Booked: Lasater, William R. on Rice County District Court case 25-353 for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon and Criminal Discharge of a Firearm - Recklessly Fire at Occupied Dwelling with bond set at $20,000.00 cash or surety.

 Booked in Garcia, Teresa on Hoisington Municipal Court case #25-158 for Domestic Battery. Bond set at $1,000.00 cash or surety.

 Released Garcia, Teresa on Hoisington Municipal Court case#25-158 for Domestic Battery. She posted a $1,000.00 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.

 Booked Ramirez, Edgar D. on Barton County District Court case #25-930 for Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of THC, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Open Container. Bond set at $10,000.00 Cash or Surety.

 Released Ramirez, Edgar D. on Barton County District Court case #25-930 for Possession of f4ethamphetamine, Possession of THC, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Open Container. Released by posting $10,000.00 Surety through ACE Bail Bonds.

 Released Balanzar-Leyva on a Barton County District Court warrant #8T2023CR0216 for a Serve Sentence. Time Served.

 Booked in Murillo-Barahona, Yefry C. on a Barton County District Court case #25-931 for No Drivers License, and No seat Belt. Bond set at $1,000.00 Cash or Surety.

 Booked Clements, Joey William on Barton County District Court warrant # 8T2025CR0210 on Contempt of Court bond set at No Bond.

 Released Blackwill, Darien A. on Barton County District Court case #8T2025TR0151 for Serve Sentence. Time Served.

<figure>
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 </figure><h2>9/12</h2> Booked in Thompson, Amanda L. a Northwest Kansas Community Corrections for Probation Violation. Bond set at NO BOND. Released Fitzpatrick, Chara A. for Probation Granted. Released Anderson, Alexander Michael for Parole Violation warrant withdrawn by KDOC. Booked in Juvenile on a Barton County District Court case #25-1517 for Aggravated Arson, Felony Obstruction, Criminal Damage to Property. Bond set at NO BOND. Released Good, Travis W. on Barton County District Court case # BT2018CR0554. Released by order of the court. Released Juvenile on a Barton County District Court case #25-1517 for Aggravated Arson, Felony Obstruction, Criminal Damage to Property, Transferred to Juvenile Services. Booked Balanzar-Leyva, Martin Jr. on Barton County District case #8T2023CR0216 for Serve Sentence. Bond set at no bond. Booked Henderson, Santia C. on Ellinwood Municipal Court warrant #E250002 for Failure to Appear. Bond set at NO BOND. Booked Mayer, Thaddeus Russell Lee on Barton County District Court warrant # BT2025CR0329 for Criminal carrying of a weapon Bond set at $2,500.00 Cash or Surety.&nbsp; Booked Blackwill, Darien A. on Barton County District Court case #8T2025TR0151 for Serve Sentence. Bond set at no bond. Released Mayer, Thaddeus R. L. on Barton County District Court warrant #8T2025CR0329 for Criminal carrying of a weapon, and Defective Windshield Wipers after posting a $2,500.00 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds.<h2>9/13</h2> Booked in MacMahon, David on Barton County District Court warrant# 8T2025CR0338 for Violation of PFA. Bond set at $2,500.00 cash or surety. Released MacMahon, David on Barton County District Court warrant# 8T2025CR0338 for Violation of PFA. Posted a surety bond of $2,500.00 through Around the clock Bail Bonds. Booked Bauer, Ethan J on Barton County District Court case #25-L524 for Aggravated Domestic Battery and Interference with LEO. Bond set at $20,000.00 cash or surety. Released Bauer, Ethan J on Barton County District Court case #25-L524 tot Aggravated Domestic Battery and Interference with LEO after posting the $20,000.00 surety bond through ACE Bail Bonds. Booked in Causey, Keshia on Barton County District Court case #25-929 Aggravated Child Endangerment, DUI, Basic speed and Possession of a Firearm While Under the Influence. Bond set at $5,000.00 cash or surety. Released Causey, Keshia on Barton County District Court case #25-929 Aggravated Child Endangerment, DUI, Basic Speed and Possession of a Firearm while Under the Influence. She posted a $5,000.00 bond in cash. Released Baldwin, Jamie R. on Barton County District Court warrant 8T2023CR0126 for Probation Violation, After Posting a $10,000.00 Surety Bond through Ace Bail Bonds.<h2>9/14</h2> Booked: Lasater, William R. on Rice County District Court case 25-353 for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon and Criminal Discharge of a Firearm - Recklessly Fire at Occupied Dwelling with bond set at $20,000.00 cash or surety. Booked in Garcia, Teresa on Hoisington Municipal Court case #25-158 for Domestic Battery. Bond set at $1,000.00 cash or surety. Released Garcia, Teresa on Hoisington Municipal Court case#25-158 for Domestic Battery. She posted a $1,000.00 surety bond through Ace Bail Bonds. Booked Ramirez, Edgar D. on Barton County District Court case #25-930 for Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of THC, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Open Container. Bond set at $10,000.00 Cash or Surety. Released Ramirez, Edgar D. on Barton County District Court case #25-930 for Possession of f4ethamphetamine, Possession of THC, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Open Container. Released by posting $10,000.00 Surety through ACE Bail Bonds. Released Balanzar-Leyva on a Barton County District Court warrant #8T2023CR0216 for a Serve Sentence. Time Served. Booked in Murillo-Barahona, Yefry C. on a Barton County District Court case #25-931 for No Drivers License, and No seat Belt. Bond set at $1,000.00 Cash or Surety. Booked Clements, Joey William on Barton County District Court warrant # 8T2025CR0210 on Contempt of Court bond set at No Bond. Released Blackwill, Darien A. on Barton County District Court case #8T2025TR0151 for Serve Sentence. Time Served.

Barton County Sheriff's Office Booking activity (9/12-9/14)

Fans outside during Friday's football games around the state may have noticed a few extra visitors than usual. With rains continuing into the fall around Kansas, mosquito populations continue to thrive. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has reported one West Nile Virus-related death in North Central Kansas, including Barton, Russell, and Ellsworth counties, but it has not specified in which county the death occurred.

Nationwide, the Centers for Disease Control reported nearly 800 cases of West Nile Virus as of early September, including 490 severe cases. Those figures are about 40 percent more than a normal year. Experts say the increase is not necessarily from an increase of insects but a higher proportion of the pests carrying the disease.

The Central portion of Kansas continues to be impacted the most. KDHE reports five known cases in the South Central region, including four neuroinvasive cases. There are four known cases in the North Central region, all neuroinvasive, and the one death. There are no reported cases in the two western regions, and the eastern third of the state has combined for five known cases. So far this year, 86 percent of West Nile patients in Kansas have been male, and 57 percent have been between the ages of 55 and 74.

The South Central area of Kansas, including Pawnee and Stafford counties, remains at high risk, according to KDHE. The rest of the state is classified as moderate risk.

According to KDHE, high risk means that you are at a high risk of being bitten by a mosquito that could be carrying West Nile, based on a high number of mosquitoes identified and a high number of historical human cases.&nbsp;&nbsp;

People over 50 or people who are immunocompromised may want to adjust outdoor activity to avoid peak mosquito hours, which is from dusk to dawn

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1720035619901.jpg" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>By MIKE COURSON Great Bend PostFans outside during Friday's football games around the state may have noticed a few extra visitors than usual. With rains continuing into the fall around Kansas, mosquito populations continue to thrive. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has reported one West Nile Virus-related death in North Central Kansas, including Barton, Russell, and Ellsworth counties, but it has not specified in which county the death occurred.Nationwide, the Centers for Disease Control reported nearly 800 cases of West Nile Virus as of early September, including 490 severe cases. Those figures are about 40 percent more than a normal year. Experts say the increase is not necessarily from an increase of insects but a higher proportion of the pests carrying the disease.The Central portion of Kansas continues to be impacted the most. KDHE reports five known cases in the South Central region, including four neuroinvasive cases. There are four known cases in the North Central region, all neuroinvasive, and the one death. There are no reported cases in the two western regions, and the eastern third of the state has combined for five known cases. So far this year, 86 percent of West Nile patients in Kansas have been male, and 57 percent have been between the ages of 55 and 74.The South Central area of Kansas, including Pawnee and Stafford counties, remains at high risk, according to KDHE. The rest of the state is classified as moderate risk.According to KDHE, high risk means that you are at a high risk of being bitten by a mosquito that could be carrying West Nile, based on a high number of mosquitoes identified and a high number of historical human cases.&nbsp;&nbsp;People over 50 or people who are immunocompromised may want to adjust outdoor activity to avoid peak mosquito hours, which is from dusk to dawn<ul>
 <li>Wear mosquito repellent</li><li>Wear long sleeves and long pants when weather permits</li><li>Use mosquito netting on baby carriages and playpens</li><li>Dump standing water twice weekly</li>
 </ul>

West Nile Virus remains a threat throughout Central Kansas

Monday Sunny, with a high near 86. South wind 5 to 10 mph.

Monday Night Clear, with a low around 63. South southeast wind 6 to 8 mph.

Friday Mostly sunny, with a high near 77.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Monday Sunny, with a high near 86. South wind 5 to 10 mph.Monday Night Clear, with a low around 63. South southeast wind 6 to 8 mph.Tuesday Sunny, with a high near 87. South wind 6 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.Tuesday Night A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 62. South southeast wind 6 to 9 mph.Wednesday Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 1pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 76. Chance of precipitation is 60%.Wednesday Night A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 58.Thursday A slight chance of showers, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 76. Chance of precipitation is 30%.Thursday Night A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 56. Chance of precipitation is 20%.Friday Mostly sunny, with a high near 77.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Monday's weather

As
of Tuesday, September 9th, the drought monitor report indicates no change
except the little bit of increased in North Central and Northeast Kansas.&nbsp; The six-to ten-day outlook (September 16 to 20)
indicates a 60 to 80% chance of likely above normal for temperatures and a 40
to 50% chance of leaning above normal for precipitation.&nbsp; The eight to fourteen-day outlook (September 18
to 24) indicates a 40 to 50% chance of leaning above normal for temperatures
and a 33 to 50% chance of leaning above normal for precipitation.&nbsp; Temperatures will help fall crops head to
harvest but not great for winter wheat establishment.&nbsp; However, wheat will benefit from rain. 

Last
week, we briefly discussed the four principles of perfect competition: numerous
buyers and sellers, homogenous products, freedom of entry and exit, and perfect
information.&nbsp; We explained why they
matter and what they mean.&nbsp; These pillars
of free market competition are mostly true, but there are problems producers
face and some of these problems are due to the erosion of these
principles.&nbsp; Before moving on, it’s
important to remember that we are a mixed economy.&nbsp; Simply put, we mostly have free markets where
prices determine production and consumption but there are some rules in place
for various reasons.&nbsp; And, while prices
set what is produced, some parts of agriculture can’t respond as quickly as
they would like to prices.&nbsp; They are
dealing with living systems and the weather.&nbsp;
Now, let’s discuss how the economic challenges farmers are facing are in
part due to problems with these principles.&nbsp;


Of
the four principles, two hold up pretty well.&nbsp;
Producers overall have perfect information; they have access to the
information they need for what they are doing.&nbsp;
From agribusinesses to the USDA and extension services to producer
groups, it’s out there.&nbsp; And with some
exceptions, agriculture produces a homogeneous product.&nbsp; Corn is corn, eggs and eggs, and so on.&nbsp; This is slowly evolving as producers find way
to add value to their product.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1682025352095.jpeg" alt="Barton Community College Agriculture Instructor Dr. Vic Martin" />
 <figcaption>Barton Community College Agriculture Instructor Dr. Vic Martin</figcaption>
 </figure>As
of Tuesday, September 9th, the drought monitor report indicates no change
except the little bit of increased in North Central and Northeast Kansas.&nbsp; The six-to ten-day outlook (September 16 to 20)
indicates a 60 to 80% chance of likely above normal for temperatures and a 40
to 50% chance of leaning above normal for precipitation.&nbsp; The eight to fourteen-day outlook (September 18
to 24) indicates a 40 to 50% chance of leaning above normal for temperatures
and a 33 to 50% chance of leaning above normal for precipitation.&nbsp; Temperatures will help fall crops head to
harvest but not great for winter wheat establishment.&nbsp; However, wheat will benefit from rain. Last
week, we briefly discussed the four principles of perfect competition: numerous
buyers and sellers, homogenous products, freedom of entry and exit, and perfect
information.&nbsp; We explained why they
matter and what they mean.&nbsp; These pillars
of free market competition are mostly true, but there are problems producers
face and some of these problems are due to the erosion of these
principles.&nbsp; Before moving on, it’s
important to remember that we are a mixed economy.&nbsp; Simply put, we mostly have free markets where
prices determine production and consumption but there are some rules in place
for various reasons.&nbsp; And, while prices
set what is produced, some parts of agriculture can’t respond as quickly as
they would like to prices.&nbsp; They are
dealing with living systems and the weather.&nbsp;
Now, let’s discuss how the economic challenges farmers are facing are in
part due to problems with these principles.&nbsp;
Of
the four principles, two hold up pretty well.&nbsp;
Producers overall have perfect information; they have access to the
information they need for what they are doing.&nbsp;
From agribusinesses to the USDA and extension services to producer
groups, it’s out there.&nbsp; And with some
exceptions, agriculture produces a homogeneous product.&nbsp; Corn is corn, eggs and eggs, and so on.&nbsp; This is slowly evolving as producers find way
to add value to their product.The
biggest breakdown is numerous buyers and sellers, primarily buyers.&nbsp; Concentration has been occurring for decades
and accelerating over the last twenty years.&nbsp;
It includes where producers are purchasing inputs and services to who is
purchasing their products.&nbsp; For inputs,
from seed to pesticides, fertilizers, and equipment, the number of sellers has
decreased dramatically.&nbsp; As they sell
their products, the number of grain buyers has decreased dramatically and, in
the beef, poultry, and pork sector there are precious few buyers of
livestock.&nbsp; This all works too often
resulting in higher prices for inputs and lower prices for outputs.&nbsp; This often results in larger operating loans
necessary for the year.&nbsp; All made worse
by higher interest rates.

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