U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Operations Manager Brian McNulty discusses Tuttle Creek Lake levels and concerns about possible flooding.
Author: KMAN Staff
Much was discussed at the recent Kansas Board of Regents meeting. The following synopsis of events was posted in K-State Today, by Kansas State Communications and Marketing. The monthly Kansas Board of Regents meeting on June 17 included several items related to Kansas State University. Introductions The Kansas Board of Regents introduced three new members who have been appointed by Gov. Sam Brownback. The three new members — Dennis Mullin, Manhattan; Dave Murfin, Wichita; and Daniel Thomas, Mission Hills — will serve four-year terms. Mullin serves on the Business Advisory Council for Kansas State University’s College of Business Administration. He…
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP)– Joe Blanton’s victory drought is over. Blanton picked up his first victory in nearly two years with five solid innings and Alcides Escobar equaled his career high with four RBI as the Kansas City Royals pounded the Milwaukee Brewers 10-2 on Wednesday night. Blanton (1-0) had not won since June 29, 2013, while with the Los Angeles Angels against Houston. He limited the Brewers to one run and five hits. The 34-year-old right-hander struck out four and walked none, throwing a season high 73 pitches. “I don’t know exactly how long, but it’s been awhile,” Blanton…
WICHITA, Kan. (AP) A federal judge has freed pending trial a couple accused of laundering millions of dollars for a Mexican cartel drug at a small Kansas bank. Court filings in U.S. District Court in Kansas on Wednesday show George and Agatha Enns of Meade, Kansas, have been released from jail on secured bonds of $100,000 each. An indictment alleges that between 2011 and 2014, the couple deposited more than $6.8 million into their account at Plains State Bank. The government contended during a detention hearing last week the couple is hiding assets that they could use to flee. But…
Authorities warned Wednesday that as Tropical Depression Bill moves northeast, already swollen rivers could overflow their banks and cause more problems.
Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush made his first trip to the leadoff caucus state of Iowa Wednesday since launching his presidential campaign. At a backyard campaign event, Bush talked about his famous family and appealed for votes.
The U-S Army Corps of Engineers has issued 1,000 sandbags to the city of Manhattan while water levels continue to rise at Tuttle Creek Lake. Brian McNulty from USACE says there is no forecast that the sandbags will be used, but the city was wanting to plan and prepare. Audio from Tuesday evening’s City Commission meeting can be heard below. Be sure to tune into KMAN’s In Focus on Thursday morning to hear from Brian McNulty.
On today’s In Focus, Cathy spoke with: Brad Claussen, Manhattan Building Official Jolene Rupe, Director of Institutional Advancement, Manhattan Christian College:
On either Monday, July 6 or Monday, July 13, weather permitting, a chip seal project will begin on a 16.42-mile portion of U.S. 24 from west of the Wamego city limits east to the Pottawatomie/Shawnee County line in Pottawatomie County. Project work includes the application of a thin layer of asphalt over the pavement topped with a layer of rock chips that is pressed into place with heavy rollers. Once the chip seal work is completed, new pavement markings will be applied on the resurfaced roadway. Work will take place during daytime hours, Monday through Friday, with some occasional Saturday…
Police in Riley County filed a report and are investigating an aggravated robbery which allegedly occurred in the 900 block of Moro Street Tuesday at approximately 11:20 PM. Police found that after being asked for a cigarette Andrew Peterman, 25, of Manhattan became the victim of this crime when struck in the face by an unknown white male. Two other male suspects were present at the time of this crime and reportedly participated in the robbery of a mobile phone and cigarettes with an estimated value of $154. Currently no arrests have been made and police ask anyone with information…