Month: May 2014

April 8
Theft, auto, 1400 block of North 132nd Street, Honda Accord, $1,600 value.

April 6
Burglary to auto, 2800 block of North 100th, toolbox, tools, power tools, $1,100 value.
Burglary, criminal damage, 200 block of North 21st, two tires, windshield, door, $350 value.

April 5
Theft, 1400 block of North 38th, Dodge Stratus, $1,500 value.
Criminal damage, 7400 block of Leavenworth Road, yard, $500 value.

April 4
Theft, 1200 block of Scott, two Honda CRFs, $1,000 value.
Theft, 4500 block of Wood, Plymouth van, $5,000 van.
Burglary, criminal damage, 7300 block of State, door, TV, $750 value.
Burglary, criminal damage, 2000 block of Washington, window, cell phone, $125 value.
Burglary, 400 block of Troup, necklace, $200 value.

April 3
Theft, 600 block of Ann, Chrysler 300, $12,000 value.

April 2
Theft, 4300 block of Mission Road, Toyota Corolla, $1,500 value.

April 1
Theft, 3100 block of State, 5 items, hair product, $2.25 value.
Theft, 8500 block of Rowland, currency, $4,000 value.

March 26
Theft, criminal damage, 1900 block of North 77th, four car tires, tag. $510 value.

Feb. 6
Identity theft, 7600 block of State.

Jan. 1, 2013
Identity fraud, 600 block of South 71st Terrace.

by Ashlee Lamar
When I hear the words May and “Cinco de Mayo” I instantly think guacamole, tacos, and chips and dip! This Hispanic holiday has many traditions involving food, however many of these foods also come with the high price of calories and fat. Here are some tips to for  healthy Mexican food to help you avoid breaking the calorie bank:
1.    Do your guacamole the right way
Good news-the avocados in guacamole have something called heart healthy fats, making them ok to eat. Just watch the portion sizes. Also, watch out for guacamole made with sour cream as this adds extra calories and fat.

2.    Choose leaner meat
Look for hamburger that is made from 90/10 meat: this means it is 90% meat and 10% fat. Always drain and rinse hamburger in a colander after cooking it to get rid of extra fat.

3.    Say yes to salsa!
Salsa is virtually calorie free; it’s what you dip in it that adds calories. In addition salsa counts as a serving of vegetables.  Load up on salsa-use it as a topping, or as a dip with vegetables or baked chips.

4.    Top your tacos right
Tacos piled high with sour cream, cheese, guacamole add lots of fat. Try choosing one topping. Or if you can’t forgo any toppings, look for the light version of sour cream, and cheese labeled as “Low fat” or made with “2% milk”.

5.    Rethink your burrito
These are typically made with high fat tortilla shells, cheese and excess amounts of meat.
Try a healthier version by adding half the meat, low fat cheese, and some form of vegetable or salsa.

6.    Watch the queso dip
This adds fat and saturated fat. The serving size of cheese is 1 oz., about the size of a dice. Remember, it’s all about the portion size.
Ashlee Lamar is a registered dietitian at Providence Medical Center.
Healthy Seven Layer Bean Dip
–    1, 15 oz. can refried black beans
–    2 avocados, mashed
–    2 tablespoons lemon juice
–    ½ teaspoon salt
–    ½ teaspoon pepper
–    8 ounces Greek yogurt
–    2 teaspoons taco seasoning
–    3-4 tomatoes, diced
–    1 bunch green onions, chopped
–    1.5 cups fresh salsa
–    ¾ cup low fat Mexican cheese blend
Directions
–    Mash avocados in bowl; add lemon juice, salt and pepper. Blend.
–    Combine yogurt and taco seasoning.
To assemble:
–    Warm beans. Spread on 12 inch platter
–    Spread avocado mixture over bean dip
–    Spread yogurt next, followed by salsa.
–    Sprinkle on green onions and tomatoes
–    Cover with cheese.
–    Serve with baked chips or your favorite vegetable
Recipe Adapted from Hy-Vee.com

Kansas Supreme Court Justice Nancy Moritz has been confirmed to the 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.

She was confirmed by the U.S. Senate on May 5. The Kansas Bar Association has congratulated Moritz on her appointment and Sen. Jerry Moran released a statement.

“Justice Moritz joins the 10th U.S. Circuit Court well prepared as the result of a distinguished legal career both in private and public practice, with 10 years of experience as a judge, including more than three as a justice on the Kansas Supreme Court,” Sen. Moran said. “In addition to her legal experience, Nancy was raised in the close-knit Kansas town of Tipton. I know the people of Tipton well, and I am confident Nancy’s service on the Tenth Circuit will be guided by the values we hold in Kansas, including empathy for others and respect for the rule of law.”

“The KBA is pleased to have this important position filled by a Kansan who is as qualified as Justice Moritz,” said KBA President Dennis Depew. “We thank her for her outstanding service to our state and wish her the best in her new position serving the Tenth Circuit.”

After graduating from Washburn University School of Law in 1985 with her Juris Doctorate, Moritz would spend the majority of her legal career in public service.  Prior to her appointment to the bench Moritz served as a research attorney with the Supreme Court, as well as an assistant U.S. attorney and appellate coordinator with the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Kansas City, Kan. She was first appointed to the Kansas Court of Appeals by Gov. Kathleen Sebelius in 2004 and Gov. Mark Parkinson then appointed her to the Supreme Court in 2010. She is a native of Beloit, Kan., and was raised in Tipton, Kan.

The 10th Circuit, based in Denver, hears appeals from the district courts located within its circuit (Kansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Utah, and Wyoming) as well as appeals from decisions of federal administrative agencies.