Over the past month, Riley County officials and others have been in contact with potential task force members to provide input on the future state of the fairgrounds and whether it should be relocated. Riley County Extension Director Gary Fike, who will chair that task force, presented commissioners Thursday with 10 names that have been selected as potential appointees. Commission Chair Kathryn Focke nominated Russ Briggs, Commission Vice Chair Greg McKinley nominated John Wienck and Commissioner John Ford nominated Dave Lewis. Ford says there’s a secondary element to the task force’s vision. The remaining task force members will include Mike…
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News Radio KMAN · In Focus 4/21/23: Riley County Extension, Manhattan Senior Center, Beach Museum Segment 1 – 00:00 Segment 2 – 10:17 Segment 3 – 23:52 On Friday’s edition of In Focus, Riley County Extension guests include Adrian Self and Lizz Daniels to discuss the latest happenings with the Manhattan/Riley County Food and Farm Council. Manhattan Senior Center Director Liz Nelson provides a monthly update of events and activities. Beach Museum Curator Aileen June Wang joins us to preview “Hold: A Feeling or a Story” – a musical performance by Multidisciplinary Artist Paul Rucker, coming up May 5 at…
Officers conducted a search warrant in the 1500 block of Hillcrest Dr. in Manhattan on April 20, 2023, around 2:45 p.m. which led to the arrest of Sierra Wells and Thesiaus Robinson, both 20, both of Manhattan after drugs and guns were found. Wells was arrested for distribution of marijuana, criminal use of weapons, and two counts each of distribution of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. Robinson was arrested for distribution of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, criminal use of weapons, two counts each of distribution of a controlled substance and distribution of hallucinogenic drugs, three counts…
TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Kansas’ Democratic governor on Thursday vetoed a sweeping set of anti-transgender measures, including a ban on gender-affirming care for children and teenagers, but the Republican lawmakers who pushed them appeared to have the votes to override most of her actions. Gov. Laura Kelly rejected restrictions for transgender people in using restrooms, locker rooms and other public facilities; limits on where they are housed in state prisons and county jails; and even restrictions on rooming arrangements for transgender youth on overnight school trips. Her actions highlighted how her Republican-leaning state has become a fiercely contested battleground as GOP lawmakers…
News Radio KMAN · In Focus 4/20/23: Jason Smith, Usha Reddi, Kenny Titus Segment 1 – 00:00 Segment 2 – 11:40 Segment 3 – 20:38 On Thursday’s edition of In Focus, Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce President Jason Smith joins us for a monthly update on the business economy locally. We get a legislative recap from Manhattan area lawmakers – 22nd District State Sen. Usha Reddi and 51 District State Rep. Kenny Titus.
Officers filed a report for criminal damage to property in the 2000 block of Strong Ave. in Manhattan on April 19, 2023, around 7:15 a.m. A 32-year-old woman was listed as the victim when she reported three tires on her car were slashed overnight. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $510. 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 for burglary and criminal damage to property in the 1900 block of Tuttle Creek Blvd.…
Officers filed a report for theft in the 2900 block of Wayne Dr. in Manhattan on April 18, 2023, around 8:30 a.m. A 20-year-old woman was listed as the victim when it was reported an 18-year-old man known to her stole a white gold necklace and earrings valued at approximately $1,500. The jewelry was later recovered. Officers filed a report for theft in the 1200 block of Pierre St. in Manhattan on April 18, 2023, around 8:45 a.m. A 28-year-old woman was listed as the victim when she reported her car’s catalytic converter was cut off and stolen. The estimated…
News Radio KMAN · In Focus 4/19/23: USD 383, Little Apple Pride, Konza United Way Segment 1 – 00:00 Segment 2 – 07:57 Segment 3 – 18:09 Segment 4 – 28:11 On Wednesday’s edition of In Focus, USD 383 Manhattan-Ogden Schools: Assistant Superintendent Eric Reid and board member Kristin Brighton preview Wednesday’s board meeting and discuss upcoming school activities including MHS Prom this Saturday at Manhattan Town Center. Little Apple Pride Co-Chair Jonathan Mertz joins us to preview this weekend’s annual event at Manhattan City Park. Konza United Way CEO Tara Claussen and Greater Manhattan Community Foundation President Vern Henricks…
During Tuesday’s legislative session, Manhattan City Commissioners discussed the implementation of a Rural Housing Incentive District program. An RHID captures incremental gain in property taxes for a housing development project which can be used to reimburse the project’s infrastructure costs. Director of Community Development Stephanie Peterson, The board agreed that there is a need for affordable housing that they would like to address, but City Commissioner Usha Reddi voiced concerns that an RHID could impact the city’s ability to recuperate the money spent with a cap on a home’s value. Deputy City Manager Jason Hilgers also emphasized to commissioners that…
The Riley County Board of Commissioners signed a disaster declaration today, April 18th, activating disaster emergency plans to combat a wildfire burning in a northern section of the county. According to a news release, “The declaration was issued because the fires near Indian Hill Road and Mariadahl Road imminently threaten to cause wide-spread or severe damage, injury, or loss of life or property in disaster proportion.” Commission Chair Kathryn Focke signed the declaration, which will remain in effect for seven days unless an early continuation or termination is deemed appropriate. The news release also stated the fire is burning a…