The 2018 Human Trafficking Conference was held in the Manhattan Conference Center Wednesday. The conference, which started Tuesday, provided two days of training and discussion on human trafficking. It started with a speech from U.S. Attorney Stephen McAllister. The keynote speaker was Peter Qualliotine, director of Men’s Accountability in King County, Washington. More than 200 law enforcement officers, prosecutors, health care and other professionals registered to attend the conference co-sponsored by the U.S. Attorney’s office, the Kansas Attorney General’s office, the Riley County Attorney’s office and other criminal justice and law enforcement organizations. Riley County Attorney Barry Wilkerson spoke at the…
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Authorities say a train has struck and injured a person on a bridge just east of Manhattan. The Manhattan Mercury reports the unidentified man was sleeping on a railroad bridge over the Big Blue River at 7:06 a.m. Wednesday morning when he heard the train whistle and woke up, Union Pacific Railroad media director Jeffrey DeGraff said. Union Pacific officials conducted the investigation. The man, in his mid-30s, got up to move then the train hit him. DeGraff said the man received minor injuries, including lacerations to his arm and shoulder. Pottawatomie County Undersheriff Shane Jager said the man was…
Friday’s show started with guests from Fort Riley. MWR Sports Coordinator Reed Scott, MWR Fitness Coordinator Ken Roynon, as well as Cheryl Greathouse from Child and Youth Services and Chris Solano from the Fort Riley Civilian Personnel Center were in-studio to talk upcoming events and activities. NBAF Director of Partnership Development Dr. Marty Vanier also joined In Focus.
Bradley Kingsley, 39, of Manhattan was arrested while in the 100 block of Courthouse Pl. in Manhattan on July 3, 2018 at approximately 5:10 PM. Kingsley was arrested on a Riley County District Court warrant for probation violation. Kingsley was issued a total bond of $5,000.00. Kingsley was not confined at the time of this report. Travis Barkers, 20, of Kansas City, Kansas was arrested while in the 1000 block of S Seth Child Rd. in Manhattan on July 11, 2018 at approximately 3:25 PM. Barkers was arrested on a Riley County District Court warrant for failure to appear. Barkers…
Tyler’s swan song of a week continues with more moments from his time on The Game, Big 12 preseason all conference media picks were announced today the gang breaks down the selections, we find out zero lions is better than Three Lions in Tyler’s World Cup Minute and as always, things wrap up with YCBS. 0:00 – Big 12 Preseason All Conference 12:23 – Tyler History #5 21:51 – World Cup Minute 31:39 – “The Hat” 37:45 – Long Term Impact of Selections 49:30 – Tyler History #6 59:53 – John tells an embarrassing story 1:11:47 – YCBS, BAY-BAY!
The Manhattan City Commission met in City Hall Tuesday to review funding requests from the proposed 2019 budget by the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce for economic development, their Military Relations Committee (MRC) and the Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) and take a look at the 2019 to 2023 Capital Improvements Program. Assistant Director of Finance Hillary Badger reviewed the proposed 2019 budget and talked about the 2019 to 2023 Community Improvement Program. Badger said despite saving a considerable amount from 2017, revenue shortfalls have threatened the city’s ability to reach a $2 million starting balance in the general fund…
Officers filed a report for burglary in the 1600 block of Fairchild Ave. in Manhattan on July 10, 2018 at approximately 6:45 PM. Officers listed Corey Neill, 20, Nathan Rapue, 20, Ryan Ash, 21, Mihailo Illich, 21, all of Manhattan as the victims when it was reported an unknown suspect took miscellanous electronics from the victim’s residence. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $565.00. Police ask that anyone with information contact RCPD or the Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash…
The Riley County Police Department Law Board, in coordination with McGrath Human Resources Group, will be hosting community meetings on the search for a new director for the RCPD, according to a press release from the department. Earlier this year, current Director Brad Schoen announced he will retire in December. The first community input meeting will be held on Thursday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Manhattan Fire Department Headquarters at 2000 Denison Avenue in Manhattan. A second public meeting will be held on Friday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Leonardville Community Center at 118…
Manhattan Parks and Recreation will be hosting several community meetings this summer to talk about trails within the Little Apple. Five “Trail Talk Thursday” meetings will be held throughout the city and participants will get to explore interactive concepts, provide feedback, and ask questions. MPRD Community Relations Officer Melissa Kirkwood and Park Planning Intern Chuck Klutho were on Wednesday’s edition of KMAN’s “In Focus” to discuss the meetings. Their segments can be listened to below: The first meeting will take place Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Manhattan Fire Department Headquarters on 2000 Denison Ave with a focus…
Wednesday’s guests were Wamego USD 320 Superintendent Tim Winter, Manhattan Parks and Rec Community Relations Officer Melissa Kirkwood, and Park Planning Intern Chuck Klutho.