August is national anti-terrorism month, and Ft. Riley officials are spreading awareness in order for citizens to be more prepared in spotting a possible attack. Anti-terrorism officer Shane Houle joined News Radio KMAN’s In-Focus on Thursday to discuss the Army’s “iWatch” awareness program. “I strongly encourage and empowers the army community and the local communities in the Flint Hills region to identify and report suspicious behavior potentially could be associated with terrorist activities,” said Houle. He added that “The model speaks for itself; If you see something, you say something.” Houle says that concerned citizens can visit the Ft. Riley…
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The Kansas Department of Transportation will begin resurfacing work on K-18 in Riley and Wabaunsee counties on Monday, Aug. 12. The mill and overlay project covers 14 miles, starting at the K-99 junction to the K-177 junction. Traffic will be restricted to one lane and directed by a pilot car and flaggers where crews actively are working. Drivers should plan for delays of up to 15 minutes. Work will occur Monday through Friday during daylight hours and is expected to be complete by late September. KDOT urges all motorists to be alert and obey the warning signs when approaching and…
KMAN’s AJ Shaw is joined by Shane Houle to discuss Anti-Terrorism Awareness Month, Kirk Hutchinson to discuss news on Fort Riley, Aaron Estabrook and Dr. Kennedy Clark from Manhattan Housing Authority and Josh Brewer from Habitat for Humanity of the Northern Flint Hills.
By Emma Loura/Manhattan Mercury Both Republican primaries for Manhattan-area seats in the Kansas House of Representatives went down to the wire Tuesday. Angel Roeser and Megan Steele edged out their opponents by 28 votes each to represent Districts 67 and 51 respectively, setting them up for showdowns against Democratic opponents this fall. Meanwhile U.S. Rep. Tracey Mann, who represents District 1 in the U.S. House, won his primary against challenger Eric Bloom in a landslide. The vote counts are not official yet, and some races may head to a recount. Roeser tallied 636 votes against Kaleb James 608, earning her…
An elderly couple are reportedly victims of an unauthorized use of a credit card Wednesday afternoon in Manhattan. RCPD officers filed a report of criminal use of a financial card around Noon Wednesday. Police listed an 86-year-old man and woman as victims when an unknown person obtained their card number and used it without their permission. The total loss associated with this crime was listed at just over $1,000. Anyone with information is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers.
Segment 1: 00:00 Segment 2: 6:52 Segment: 15:04 On Wednesday’s edition of In Focus we spoke with USD 383 superintendent Eric Reid and board member Kristin Brighton, as well as Executive director of Downtown Manhattan Inc. Gina Synder
Officers filed a report of vehicle burglary in the 100 block of S. Delaware Ave on August 6, 2024, at approximately 7:57 AM. Officers listed Appletech as the victim when it was reported an unknown suspect broke the lock and entered a job site trailer making off with tools, an air compressor, impact drill, trim saw, chargers, skillsaw, sawzall, etc. Total estimated loss is well over $1,000. Anyone with information can contact Crime Stoppers. Using Crime Stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000. Officers filed a report of motor vehicle…
Note that the results are not official and some races may be headed toward recounts. Kansas House District 51 – Republican Primary Megan Steele – 1,535 (50.4%) Eli Kormanik – 1,507 (49.6%) *Democrat Linda Morse has automatically advanced to the general election as she ran unopposed in the Democratic primary Kansas House District 67 – Republican Primary Angel Roeser – 636 (51.1%) Kaleb James – 608 (48.9%) *Democrat Kim Zito has automatically advanced to the general election as she ran unopposed in the Democratic primary US House District 1 – Republican Primary Tracey Mann (inc.) – 56,281 (87.6%) Eric Bloom…
As one major construction project is making strides, another is about to begin. Manhattan city officials said starting Aug. 26 Kimball Avenue will be reopened to east-west traffic at the Denison Avenue intersection, and there “should be” no further Kimball closures. However, shipping delays related to the new traffic signal for the intersection will prevent Denison from reopening to left turns. Only “right-in” and “right-out” southbound traffic will be allowed initially for safety reasons and through traffic on Kimball will not stop. Denison will remain closed south of Kimball through summer 2025. It’s currently closed from Kimball to the National…