On Friday, January 23, Jerome Glaspie pled guilty to attempted robbery, aggravated battery and criminal possession of a firearm. The charges stem from an incident in September. The victim, Angel Gonzales-Cintron, said Glaspie shot him during a disturbance in the parking lot of the Budget Host Motel in Junction City. Gonzales-Cinton suffered a superficial would to his neck area, but declined medical treatment. Glaspie fled the scene, but was later found and arrested by the Junction City police on charges of attempted murder and attempted robbery. Glaspie will be sentenced March 27.
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Update at 9 a.m. on Tuesday: Officers responded to Windwood Drive in Junction City. Upon arrival, it was decided to contact the Kansas State Fire Marshall to assist in the investigation. The Riley County Police Department Bomb Squad was then contacted as well. Several items suspected for the use of making explosives were located and collected by the bomb squad. They were able to dispose of the suspicious items. The incident wrapped up around 11:30 that evening. The Junction City Police Department would like to thank a couple of organizations in addition to the ones previously listed: the Riley County…
Two Riley County residents filed to run in county elections today at the Riley County Clerk’s office. This includes Kaleb James of Manhattan, running for a regular term as Commissioner. Running for a Councilman position in Ogden is Ogden resident Roger Graham. Filing opportunities for Riley County close tomorrow, January 27th.
This Wednesday, January 28th, the Manhattan Public Library will host an open enrollment event for those needing questions answered about their health insurance options. Public Affairs Specialist Julie Brookhart with the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Kansas City regional office says they’re encouraging Manhattan residents to go to the open enrollment day to see what types of health insurance benefits they may qualify for. Those who attend this event need to bring several documents with them, including household and family income information and social security numbers. For a complete list of personal information needed, Brookhart asks attendees to call…
The new flood plain maps, featuring higher insurance rates, will be adopted in March. However, prior to the new map implementation, the Riley County planning and zoning department wanted to ensure they are following the Federal Emergency Management Association (FEMA’s) guidelines. During Monday’s county commission meeting, County Planner, Bob Isaac shared very minor zoning regulation changes that fall in line with the requirements necessary to approve the maps. Isaac mentioned these changes are very insignificant when comparing them to the City of Manhattan’s major variations. The board unanimously approved these zoning regulation adjustments. ———– The CiCo Park detention/sled hill construction project…
On today’s In Focus, Erik filled in for Cathy and spoke with Megan Berry with the Flint Hills Discovery Center, Danielle Schapaugh with Manhattan Public Library and Stephen Bridenstine, Flint Hills Discovery Center public program coordinator. Megan Berry-segment 1 Megan Berry-segment 2 Danielle Schapaugh-segment 1 Flint Hills Focus-segment 1
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A spokesman for President Barack Obama says a “device” has been found on the grounds of the White House but that it poses no threat. Spokesman Josh Earnest says Secret Service agents recovered the object.
KMAN has received early reports regarding an involuntary manslaughter case. Ryan Routson (33) was arrested by Riley County Police around 3:30 p.m. on Saturday. Routson was charged with involuntary manslaughter while driving under the influence, aggravated battery, possession of opiates, and possession of paraphernalia. His total bond was set at $20,000. KMAN will bring you additional details as they become available.
Police were searching two planes at Atlanta’s main airport after authorities received what they described as credible bomb threats.