Officers filed a report for criminal damage to property and trespassing in the 2500 block of Farm Bureau Road in Manhattan on May 11, 2023, around 3:06 AM. Officers listed a 36-year-old male as the victim when he reported an unknown male and female suspect damaged the victim’s front door to their residence and a fish tank with accessories. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $500. 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.
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TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — A former Kansas lawmaker who was convicted of 12 felonies for lying on applications for federal COVID-19 relief is trying to avoid spending any time in prison, with his attorney citing his Air Force service in a combat zone as one reason. But prosecutors have asked a federal judge to sentence former Republican state Rep. Michael Capps, of Wichita, to four years and three months in prison. They have argued in court documents that he “continues to show neither remorse nor contrition” over stealing nearly $500,000 in funds meant to help businesses remain afloat during the…
Kansas Governor Laura Kelly took a trip out to Westmoreland on Wednesday to proclaim May as Kansas Beef Month. The proclamation was held at the Cross Country Genetics facility in Westmoreland. CCG specializes in bovine fertilization and embryo transfers, serving farmers and ranchers across the country. Kansas Secretary of Agriculture Mike Beam said the work being done at this facility has made great strides in the Kansas beef industry. Kelly said this month is meant to celebrate the impact of the state’s beef industry and the dedicated workers who have made Kansas one of the leading states in beef product…
A week after the City of Manhattan cut the ribbon on progress in Aggieville, the archway welcoming visitors into the district has gotten a refresh. Manhattan City Manager Ron Fehr informed the commission at Tuesday’s work session that “welcome to” would be removed before commencement ceremonies this weekend. As of Thursday morning, it has been removed. The incident generated a lot of buzz on social media last week, with some residents suggesting alternate phrasing to correct what appeared to be a mistake, such as “Aggieville Welcomes You” or “Aggieville Est. 1899.”
News Radio KMAN · In Focus 5/10/23: Joan Simoneau, Rob McKim, Frank Tracz Segment 1 – 00:00 Segment 2 – 11:32 Segment 3 – 22:44 On Wednesday’s edition of In Focus we spoke with Rock Creek USD 323 Superintendent Joan Simoneau and Wamego USD 320 Superintendent Rob McKim. Frank Tracz, Director of Bands at Kansas State University joins us to preview the Municipal Band season in Manhattan, summer music camps, a scholarship golf tournament and an update on the Tracz Family Band Hall and Band Cats Pantry.
Officers responded to the report of an injury crash near the intersection of Anderson Avenue and Denison Avenue in Manhattan on May 9, 2023, around 10:34 AM. When officers arrived on scene they found a blue Honda Civic driven by Ciara Hovis, 22, of Manhattan struck a pedestrian, Kamri Younger, 20, of Manhattan. Younger went to Via Christi for treatment of her injuries. Hovis was issued a citation for failure to yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk.
Manhattan City Commissioner Linda Morse will not seek another term. Morse confirmed her decision in a Tuesday news release, meaning at least two seats will turn over after the November general election, following the resignation of Usha Reddi earlier this month. In a statement, Morse noted she decided to “term-limit” herself, noting she’s “not a politician, but rather a citizen who stepped forward to serve the community for a few years.” Morse noted several highlights during her tenure, including the Wildcat Creek flood and recovery, NBAF groundbreaking and the attraction of Scorpius, as well as improvements in the city’s North…
City Manager Ron Fehr briefed the Manhattan City Commission Tuesday on the increasing need to address trash disposal and clean up in Aggieville. Fehr says a current proposal, which will be discussed further at next week’s commission meeting, involves creating a consolidated trash enclosure on Anderson Avenue south of Triangle Park. Deputy City Manager Jason Hilgers says this comprehensive discussion and implementation of a solution has to happen sooner rather than later. Hilgers says this proposed solution is temporary, lasting only 5 years, and is meant to give the City a better understanding of what would work best for the…
News Radio KMAN · In Focus 5/9/23: Greg McKinley, Russel Stukey Segment 1 – 00:00 Segment 2 – 10:42 Segment 3 – 17:23 Segment 4 – 28:41 On Tuesday’s edition of In Focus, Riley County Commissioner Greg McKinley and Emergency Management Director Russel Stukey joined us to highlight severe weather warnings and precautions as well as fires. We also visited about the new North County ambulance station groundbreaking and the project now underway as well as budget meetings beginning for the 2024 cycle.
Officers filed a report for burglary in the 5300 block of William Wood Road in Manhattan on May 8, 2023, around 11:56 AM. Officers listed an 88-year-old male as the victim when it was reported an unknown suspect broke into the victim’s home and took miscellaneous household items. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $1,300. 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. Toni Reis, 38, of Manhattan was arrested while at the Riley County Law Enforcement Agency on…