The 100-year-old First Infantry Division Memorial was rededicated Sunday morning, unveiling added soldiers. The monument is just outside of the White House in Washington, D.C. The names of 631 fallen Big Red One Soldiers killed in action during Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation New Dawn were added ensuring they are forever remembered. Lieutenant General (Ret.) Ronald Watts says there’s one person who worked tirelessly for seven years to ensure our fallen First Infantry Division soldiers are rightfully honored: The Armed Forces Community Foundation partnered with the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation to cover the costs of…
Author: KMAN Staff
Service members and their families flocked on Memorial Day to the Kansas veteran’s Cemetery at Fort Riley where soldiers past and present were honored. Lieutenant Colonel Christopher Coco spoke about the honor and sacrifice it takes to become a service member… Coco also detailed how many local soldiers have been laid to rest since the Kansas Veterans’ cemetery opened. The Junction City High School ROTC placed wreaths to remember the memory of all fallen soldiers. Visitors then laid out 83 carnations which represent the number of Kansans killed this year fighting the global war on terror. Samantha DeVoe is a…
The last day of competition starts at 1 p.m. CT on Saturday FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (K-State Athletics) – The K-State track and field teams qualified for the NCAA Championship in three events on Friday (May 24) during the third day of the NCAA West Preliminary at John McDonnell Field. Seniors Eugene Omalla and Andrew White qualified individually in the 400 meter dash and discus throw before the men’s 4×400 relay, freshman Nen Matlock, E. Omalla and seniors Jaimie Omalla and Kyle Gale, ended the day with a new school record time. The relay team finished second in its heat with a time of 3:03.15, and 6th overall, to claim a…
Friday’s edition of In Focus features Flint Hills Discovery Center Interim Director Stephen Bridenstine and Curator of Education Sally Dreher, AAA Kansas spokesperson Shawn Steward discusses the busy travel weekend for Memorial Day, and Kim Zito who is a candidate for the 67th District House seat in the Kansas Legislature.
Officers filed a report of theft on May 23, 2024, at approximately 1:01 PM in the 800 block of Poyntz Ave. Officers listed an 87-year-old female as the victim when it was reported a Holland & Holland Rifle was taken by an unknown subject from the vault where it was stored. Total estimated loss is $32,000. 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 theft on may 23, 2024, at approximately 11:47 PM in the 300 block…
If you’re staying in Manhattan for Memorial Day weekend there are plenty of activities in the area. Saturday events include: * The Bill Snyder Highway Half Marathon and 5K, starting at 7 a.m. at Bill Snyder Family Stadium. That’s followed by the Manhattan Farmer’s Market from 8 am until 1 pm at 3rd at Leavenworth Streets. The MHK Community Market is taking place from 9 a.m. to 1 pm at the American Legion. * A Walk and Talk Family Fossil Hike is taking place from 10 am to noon at Tuttle Creek State Park. A registration link is available at…
The Kansas Department of Transportation officially launched the statewide “Click It or Ticket” campaign Wednesday at Manhattan’s Peace Memorial Auditorium. Officials paid tribute to armed forces while emphasizing the importance of seatbelt safety for military personnel and civilians. Colonel Charles Montgomery from the First Infantry Division detailed the importance for soldiers to buckle up… Kansas Highway Patrol Superintendent Col. Erik Smith says seat belts are your best defense against other drivers, who may be impaired, aggressive or distracted on the roadways He encouraged the public to help spread the message over the busy Memorial Day holiday weekend. VFW…