Two motorcyclists sustained injuries Tuesday evening after a crash on US-77 in Geary County. The Sheriff’s Office says Austin Davis, of Manhattan, was northbound on the highway near mile marker 157. While he was turning into a convenience store, his bike was struck by Tristan Baca, of Fort Riley. Both riders were transported to Stormont Vail for treatment of currently unspecified injuries.
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Riley County Health Department and USD 383 are partnering together to kick off the ninth year of Camp Kindergarten. The program is designed to be a way to introduce young children to the kindergarten experience. “It is a kindergarten emersion program,” says Raising Riley Community Outreach Coordinator Chelsea Manwarren. “We are really working on getting those kiddos used to what kindergarten is.” Program activities include working through transitions, some learning, and snack times. Campers will not receive a full meal, as the camp is based around a morning and afternoon half-day split. The camp will be held at Lee Elementary…
The Manhattan City Commission unanimously supported the first reading of an ordinance for a long-term downtown development plan. The Beyond Tomorrow Downtown Plan is a 25-year vision for policy and development in the downtown area, replacing the current plan adopted in 2000. It will serve as a guide for future housing, zoning and commercial activity in the district. Tuesday’s action amends the current Manhattan Urban Area Comprehensive Plan. Commissioners were all in support of how flexible the plan is. “It’s not prescriptive but it’s kind of more imaginative and kind of emphasizing the importance of taking every individual project in…
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Malik Peters, 27, of Manhattan was arrested on May 6, 2024, at approximately 4:25 PM in the 1000 block of S. Seth Child Road. Peters was arrested on a Riley County District Court warrant for forgery x3, computer unlawful acts, and theft of property or services. Total bond was set at $15,000. Peters was not confined at the time of this report. 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.
Pottawatomie County officials provided an update at Monday’s county commission meeting regarding the cleanup and recovery from the April 30 tornado in Westmoreland. Public Works Director Tim Eisenbarth spoke to the county commissioners, who met in Wamego, regarding the work done so far and what to expect moving ahead. Noxious Weed Director and Westmoreland Mayor Mark Jack said he was thankful to report that in spite of damage to the building, the chemicals stored inside were spared. However, most of the county sprayers were wiped out. Recycling services have been suspended for the time being. According to Eisenbarth, the county’s…
By Megan Moser, The Mercury Riley County commissioners on Monday heard 2025 budget and appropriation requests from several agencies. Riley County Historical Museum Director Katharine Hensler requested just under $492,000, down from last year’s ask of over $497,000. According to a memo, the capital outlay request is the same as it was for the 2024 budget, and request for contractual services and commodities is down. Downtown Manhattan director Gina Snyder asked the county to allocate $5,000 to support the entity’s beautification efforts in the business district. That’s the same amount it has requested the last several years. Jared Tremblay, Flint…
BRYAN, Texas (K-State Athletics) – With a round of 1-under par 71 on Monday, Kansas State junior women’s golfer Carla Bernat is tied for sixth place at the 2024 NCAA Bryan Regional, held at the par-72, 6,376-yard Traditions Club. Bernat carded one of just 11 under-par first rounds among the 66-player field as she put together her 17th round of under-par golf this season. “Carla did a nice job today,” first-year head coach Stew Burke said. “She stuck to her plan well and didn’t get frustrated when a few birdie putts did not drop early. This was a very mature and patient round. She…
The Flint Hills Discovery Center hosted their biggest event of the year this Saturday that saw hundreds of residents come to the museum and blue earth plaza. Local families took part in free admission to the discovery center, along with vendors, food trucks, live music, and other activities. See a photo gallery from the event below…
Sunset Zoo dedicated three new sculptures this weekend to commemorate longtime board members John and Karen Pence. Three large bronze sculptures, created by wildlife sculptor John Parsons, feature the Malayan tiger, Amur leopard, and sloth bear. Sunset Zoo Marketing and Development Officer Melissa Kirkwood says the couple were vital to growing the zoo… While the sculptures were being finished, both John Pence and Parsons passed away. The Pence family still wanted to see the completion of the unique gift to the zoo. Family members came from California and Indiana to see the newly dedicated sculptures… The sculptures are located along…