Officers filed a report for burglary in the 900 block of Poyntz Ave in Manhattan on February 5, 2024, around 7:22 AM. Officers listed Central Mechanical Construction as the victim when it was reported an unknown suspect stole a Dell laptop and a JL laser level. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $1,500. 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. Officers filed a report for theft in the 400 block of Yuma Street in Manhattan on February…
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Kansas State University has selected a new person to lead its marketing and communications efforts. Patrick Burt will become K-State’s new vice president for communications and marketing on April 1, coming over from the University of Central Florida, where he held a similar role. He will tasked with driving an integrated marketing and communications strategy that enhances K-State’s visibility and reputation in the market. He’ll also be responsible for defining the university’s brand and creative strategy, leading public relations efforts and supporting the university’s strategic enrollment management efforts. “Patrick is a creative, strategic and innovative leader and brand champion,“ said…
The Riley County Police department is ramping up preparations for the upcoming Fake Patty’s Day. The event, which has become somewhat of a local phenomena, takes place on Saturday, March 2 in Manhattan. RCPD Capt. Greg Steere spoke at Monday’s Riley County Commission meeting, and says they expect the event to again be more of a house party-type event. Riley County Commission Chair John Ford says safety is a main priority. Steere says all patrol officers will be active on March 2 and RCPD will have additional assistance from surrounding law enforcement agencies, including the Kansas Highway Patrol.
The Manhattan High boys and girls both suffered close losses at home to Washburn Rural, the boys game going overtime before Kaden Ballard scored eight in the extra period to lead the Junior Blues to a 70-65 win over Benji George’s Tribe squad. Asher Newcomer had sent the game to the extra frame with a three at the end of regulation, while Noah McFadden led the Tribe with 15. Jason Kim added 14. The girls tilt saw Manhattan rally from 11 down in the third to take a brief 59-58 lead on a Maxine Doering trey, but the Junior Blues…
Riley County Commission moved Monday to file an extension on a grant for a specialty police vehicle. The Riley County Police Department applied and was awarded the COPS Technology Grant in 2022 but it fell through due to production delays at Ford Motors. Commission Chair John Ford believes this time will be different. The specialty vehicle would be used by the hazardous materials evidence and negotiations team, along with being used for crime scene investigation, or CSI. The federal grant amount is for $440,000, and the extension runs until March 30, 2025.
Officers responded to the report of an injury crash near the intersection of Marlatt and N. Seth Child Road in Manhattan on February 2, 2024, around 6:40 PM. When officers arrived on the scene, they found a 2007 blue Toyota Corolla driven by Whitney Francis, 47, of Manhattan crashed with a 2002 gold Honda Odyssey driven by Gabriel Ramos-Calleja, 20, of Manhattan. Francis was transported to Via Christi for treatment of her injuries as was a 19-year-old passenger from Ramos-Calleja’s vehicle. Francis was issued a citation for failure to stop or yield at a stop sign. Officers filed a report…
News Radio KMAN · In Focus 02/05/24: Manhattan Parks and Rec (Segment 1) News Radio KMAN · In Focus 02/05/24: Manhattan Parks and Rec (Segment 2) Manhattan Parks and Recreation Department Park Planner II Alfonso Leyva discusses the master plan timeline for Sunrise and Sunset Cemeteries and previews the monthly Parks and Rec Advisory Board meeting. News Radio KMAN · In Focus 02/05/24: KSU Vet Med (Segment 3) News Radio KMAN · In Focus 02/05/24: KSU Vet Med (Segment 4) Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine Assistant Clinical Professor, Small Animal Surgery, specializing in Dentistry, Dr. Marjory Artzer discusses…
UFM Community Learning Center is continuing to develop a new initiative to educate young people in the Manhattan community.
Wamego’s wrestling team placed ninth at the Rose Hill Invitiational Saturday, with Jake Meyer taking the title at 215 pounds. Also placing were Harry Costa, who finished fourth at 106, Thomas McIntyre, who placed 4th at 150 pounds, and Knox Karnowski, who took sixth at 138. Rock Creek’s boys finished sixth, Riley County 13th at the Silver Lake Invitational. At 144 pounds, Kaden Gutsch finished third for the Falcons, while, from Rock Creek, Anthony Crubel took sixth at 106, Declan McKinney fifth at 150, Aidan McKinney fifth at 157, Kendal Grimes fifth at 165, Nick Allen fifth at 175, Wade…