By Zach DeLoach City commissioners on Tuesday supported a housing rehabilitation program that would reimburse local nonprofits for performing structural repairs on qualifying homes to build up and maintain Manhattan’s workforce housing stock. Commissioners in October said they were interested in funding a program like that, and community development director Stephanie Peterson on Tuesday presented the framework city staffers had developed since. Commissioners didn’t vote on implementing the program because they were in a work session, but they will take it up at a future meeting. The proposed program would allot $100,000 of workforce housing sales tax funds for four repair…
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An injury accident occurred at the intersection of Southwind Road and S. Seth Child Road on February 11, 2025, at approximately 12:01 PM. According to the police report, Courtney Downs of Manhattan failed to yield the right of way at a traffic light, causing her vehicle to collide with a car driven by Dauane Briggs of Salina. Both Downs and a passenger in Briggs’ vehicle were transported to Via Christi by EMS for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. Click here for more local news.
Officers filed a report of an injury accident at the corner of Southwind Road and S. Seth Child Road on February 11, 2025, at approximately 12:01 PM. Officers report Courtney Downs, of Manhattan, failed to yield the right of way at the traffic light causing her to strike the vehicle driven by Dauane Briggs, of Salina. Downs and a passenger from Dauane Briggs’ vehicle were transported to Via Christi by EMS for treatment of non life-threatening injuries. Jarod Petty, 19, of Manhattan, was arrested on February 11, 2025 at approximately 4:22 PM in the 1000 block of S. Seth Child…
During Kansas State’s winning streak, the Wildcats have played like one of the best teams in the conference and in the country, knocking off teams like West Virginia, Iowa State and Kansas. On Tuesday, versus No. 13 Arizona, K-State did not play near to its potential, especially offensively, but still found a way to extend that streak to six games, beating the visiting Wildcats 73-70. Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Click here for more K-State sports. Jerome Tang https://youtu.be/NLviSKVFGzM CJ Jones, Dug McDaniel & Mobi Ikegwuruka https://youtu.be/KRnJPs2HjwU
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A winter storm is set to move through the region tonight and continue into Wednesday, bringing moderate to heavy snow. Snow will begin in north-central Kansas this evening and spread across the area overnight. By Wednesday morning, the storm will intensify, with snowfall lasting until the late afternoon. Total snow accumulation is expected to range between 4 and 8 inches. Hazardous travel conditions are likely, especially during the Wednesday morning and evening commutes. Drivers are advised to exercise caution and stay updated on weather conditions as the storm progresses. Click here to see the latest closing and delays.
By Rose Gruenbacher A Manhattan man pleaded guilty to charges involving fentanyl on Monday in Riley County District Court and was convicted. Veron Davis, 25, of Manhattan, entered a plea deal coordinated by Davis’ attorney, Jonathan Phelps, and the state’s representative on Monday morning in front of Judge Grant Bannister. Assistant County Attorney John Griffin represented the state when Davis pleaded guilty to distribution of fentanyl, use of a communication facility in the commission of a felony drug violation, possession of fentanyl and possession with intent to use drug paraphernalia. Bannister accepted all guilty pleas. Davis’ sentencing will be at…
On today’s episode of Within Reason, host Mike Matson is joined by Stacey Kohlmeier, the new Chair of the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce and an executive with the Florence Corporation. Stacey shares her vision for the future of the Chamber, her goals in her new role, and how she plans to help drive economic growth and community engagement in Manhattan. Tune in for an insightful conversation about local leadership, business development, and the challenges and opportunities facing Manhattan in the coming years. Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Stream the show live weekday mornings at 9am: https://www.youtube.com/@NewsRadioKMAN. Click here to listen…
A theft by deception was reported on February 10, 2025, at 3:06 PM in the 2300 block of Tuttle Creek Blvd, Manhattan. Dara’s Fast Lane was targeted when an unknown individual called the store, claiming to be a U.S. Marshal. The caller convinced the store clerk to send a sum of money, resulting in a loss of $1,145. 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. Click here for more local news.
On February 10, 2025, at approximately 2:19 PM, officers responded to a report of a stolen vehicle trailer in the 1100 block of Thurston Street in Manhattan. The victim, a 77-year-old male, reported that his red, flatbed, single-axle, 10-foot trailer had been taken by an unknown individual. The total loss associated with the theft is estimated at $1,945. 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. Click here for more local news.