National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility researchers will be working with some of the most dangerous animal diseases in the world. So this begs the question: how will those in charge prevent the dangerous pathogens and lab materials from getting into the local water supply? “We have what’s called liquid effluent decontamination systems,” Ken Burton, NBAF [...]

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It’s unclear how soon a coronavirus vaccine makes it into our area, but discussions are beginning to happen with state and local health officials about how vaccines will be distributed. “We believe there will be some disseminated to local health departments for use within counties. I do anticipate that by a week from Friday, we’ll [...]

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A Junction City woman convicted for her role in a 2017 Riley County murder will serve up to eight months in prison. Riley County Judge John Bosch handed down the sentence last week to 44-year-old Bobbie Jo Long. She’s also been ordered to serve 18 months of probation. Long previously pleaded guilty to one count [...]

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St. Thomas More Catholic Church is hosting its 30th annual Cookie Carousel this weekend, in an adjusted format due to COVID-19 concerns. Church officials accepted donations of cookies through Thursday, Volunteers will be safely packaging them for a drive thru distribution Saturday morning, beginning at 9 a.m. The event will continue until cookies run out. [...]

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