Stacey Saldanha-Olson

1 week ago | cjonline.com | Stacey Saldanha-Olson

Dawn Maendele has worked for 23 years as the sole employee of the Topeka Police Department's Crime Victims' Assistance Unit. The unit, funded through the Victims of Crimes Act, faces potential cuts due to decreased federal funding. Maendele's work involves guiding victims through legal processes. When those facing domestic abuse, sexual assault or other crimes are having their worst day, Dawn Maendele is there to help guide them through the process.

2 weeks ago | cjonline.com | Stacey Saldanha-Olson

Over 82 educators and staff retired across Shawnee County school districts. Topeka USD 501 honored 38 retirees at a reception. Auburn-Washburn USD 437 saw 17 employees retire. Seaman USD 345 had 19 retiring employees, many with over a decade of service. Shawnee Heights USD had eight retirees, while Silver Lake USD 372 had one. As classes across Shawnee County wrap up the 2024-2025 school year, students have graduated and children are excited for summer.

2 weeks ago | salina.com | Stacey Saldanha-Olson

Haskell Indian Nations University president, Francis Arpan, resigned on May 23. The Higher Learning Commission recently changed Haskell's accreditation status from “Accredited on Probation” to “Continued Accreditation with Monitoring.”Upheaval at Haskell Indian Nations University continues with the pending resignation of President Francis Arpan. A spokesperson for the Bureau of Indian Education confirmed that Arpan resigned May 23. He will remain in the position until mid-June.

2 weeks ago | cjonline.com | Stacey Saldanha-Olson

Haskell Indian Nations University president, Francis Arpan, resigned on May 23. The Bureau of Indian Education has not yet confirmed Arpan's resignation. The Higher Learning Commission recently changed Haskell's accreditation status from “Accredited on Probation” to “Continued Accreditation with Monitoring.”Upheaval at Haskell Indian Nations University continues with the apparent resignation of President Francis Arpan. The Lawrence World-Journal reported that Arpan resigned May 23.

2 weeks ago | cjonline.com | Stacey Saldanha-Olson

Kansas resident Andrea Mitchell is suing former Postmaster General Louis DeJoy for racial and disability discrimination. Mitchell claims she requested accommodations for her anxiety, PTSD and blood disorder but was ignored. The lawsuit also alleges Mitchell faced racially charged comments from a supervisor and the USPS failed to act. Mitchell seeks over $300,000 in compensation, punitive damages, and attorney fees.