By Nathan Gaddie Buzzed and baked? Almost two years after police raided local CBD store American Shaman, the company is set to open a cafe — selling coffee containing marijuana — in the same location. Coffee Pott Co. owner Jason Todack announced Monday on Facebook that the store will open Wednesday. The building is renovated and will serve coffee infused with tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), cannabigerol (CBG) and cannabidiol (CBD), among other products. Kansas law caps total THC content at 0.3% by dry weight volume. Todack said he worked with lobbyists and members of congress to educate them on what he said…
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The Fat Shack location in Aggieville at 1131 Moro St. is permanently closed. According to public comments, Fat Shack closed its doors July 19. The company did not make any public comment. Local franchise owners Christian Smith and Kevin Goetz did not immediately respond to requests for comment on the matter. They also own a Fat Shack in Topeka, which is still open and is now the nearest franchise location. Fat Shack initially opened in Manhattan Jan. 30, 2020.
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The Riley County Police Department is investigating a burglary reported Monday morning at a Manhattan business. According to police, officers responded around 7:30 a.m. to the 1800 block of Tuttle Creek Boulevard after receiving a report of a break-in. A 25-year-old man and Lewis Automotive Group were listed as victims after an unknown suspect allegedly forced open a door, entered the business and stole several items. Police estimated the loss at $1,002. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Riley County Police Department or Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Anonymous tips may qualify for a cash reward of up…
A Fort Riley man was arrested Monday evening after police investigated a reported aggravated assault in west Manhattan. According to the Riley County Police Department, officers responded around 7:15 p.m. to the area of Westloop Place and Claflin Road. Jagger Cole Hendricks, 19, of Fort Riley, was later arrested on suspicion of aggravated assault. A 20-year-old man was listed as the victim. Hendricks was booked into the Riley County Jail on a $5,000 bond and is no longer confined.
Kaleb Alexander Grace, 22, of Haddam, Kan., was arrested at approximately 9:42 p.m. on Aug. 3, 2026 in the 1300 block of Anderson Avenue on a Washington County District Court warrant for failure to appear. Grace was issued a total bond of $50,000 and remains confined in the Riley County Jail at the time of this release. Officers filed a report for aggravated assault at approximately 7:13 p.m. on Aug. 3 near Westloop Place and Claflin Road. A 20-year-old man was listed as the victim. A known 19-year-old man was listed as the suspect. Jagger Cole Hendricks, 19, of Fort…
On today’s edition of The Game, we start our 20 questions in 20 shows ahead of the 2026 season for K-State football, starting with our preseason offensive MVP. Also, Manhattan native and Texas men’s tennis coach Michael Center joins the show. https://www.youtube.com/live/xWT7iJesN-4?si=E7vrgzbw7lZi3uj8 Hour 1 Segment 1 – The K-State sports summer is over Segment 2 – Who is K-State’s 2026 preseason MVP on offense? Segment 3 – Cole grades recent Royals trade Hour 2 Segment 1 – Michael Center interview (Breaking Serve: From Championship Coach to Prison) Segment 2 – More with Michael Center Segment 3 – Ask Us Anything
A house sustained extensive damage in an early morning fire Saturday in Leonardville, according to Riley County Fire District No. 1. Firefighters were dispatched around 1 a.m. to the 300 block of East Chase Street after receiving a report of a residential structure fire. When crews arrived, they found heavy fire coming from the rear of the home and the roof. Firefighters initially attacked the blaze from the outside before moving inside to continue extinguishing the fire. The fire was brought under control in about 40 minutes. Crews remained at the scene until about 4:15 a.m. conducting overhaul operations after…
A Manhattan man was arrested early Sunday after police investigated a reported domestic disturbance. According to the Riley County Police Department, officers arrested Brandon Gibson, 33, of Manhattan, was arrested around 5 a.m. on suspicion of two counts of criminal threat, interference with a law enforcement officer, criminal damage to property and criminal deprivation of property. A 36-year-old woman was listed as the victim. Gibson was booked into the Riley County Law Enforcement Center on a $25,000 bond and remained confined at the time of the report.
A Westmoreland woman was arrested Saturday night after a crash involving a motorcycle left one person injured. According to the Riley County Police Department, officers responded around 10 p.m. to the intersection of Tuttle Creek Boulevard and Marlatt Avenue. Police said a 2013 Nissan Rogue driven by 20-year-old Hanna Marie Helget of Westmoreland struck the rear of a 2008 Yamaha motorcycle operated by 20-year-old Ryder Rice of Fort Riley. Rice was transported to Via Christi Hospital for treatment of his injuries. Helget was arrested around 10:35 p.m. on suspicion of aggravated battery while driving under the influence causing bodily harm…