News Radio KMAN has invited candidates seeking a seat on the Manhattan City Commission and Manhattan-Ogden USD 383 school board to be interviewed ahead of Election Day. Courtney Jane Hochman is a candidate for the USD 383 school board. * What motivated you to seek a position on the USD 383 school board? * What do you see as the biggest hurdle or hurdles for districts right now to overcome ongoing shortages of teachers in the workforce? * With school budgets being dictated so much by what the state mandates, how will you as a board member, bring about more…
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MANHATTAN, Kan. (K-State Athletics) – Coming off a game in which Kansas State rushed for 343 yards and produced 587 total yards of offense in a 41-3 victory over TCU, senior left guard Cooper Beebe has been named the Outland Trophy National Player of the Week, the Football Writers Association of America (FWAA) announced Tuesday. It is the first time this year Beebe has earned a weekly national award as, for the first time, the FWAA is selecting an Outland Trophy National Player of the Week as part of the National College Football Awards Association weekly national honors from 12 awards. Following…
Ascension Via Christi President and CEO Bob Copple and Wamego Health Center Administrator Brian Howells discusses the importance of mammograms, a new visitation process for the hospital and other hospital news.
Officers filed a report for burglary in the 2000 block of Seaton Avenue in Manhattan on October 23, 2023, around 9:34 AM. Officers listed a 29-year-old female as the victim when she reported an unknown suspect broke into her storage locker and took multiple items. The estimated total loss associated with this case is under $1,000. 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 for criminal damage to property in the 1300 block of Laramie Street in Manhattan…
While Wildcat Nation was focused on one true freshman potentially starting, another has moved into a number-one slot on the depth chart for Saturday’s game against Houston. Jayce Brown has moved into the starting lineup at wide receiver after four catches for 88 yards and a score against TCU. Coach Chris Klieman says the native Floridian provided a spark to the offense. Fellow frosh Avery Johnson hit him early with a dime that nearly scored the first touchdown of the night. The Wildcats and Cougars are set for an 11 a.m. kickoff Saturday. Coverage begins at 7 a.m. on 1350am,…
Chiefs wide receiver Justyn Ross was arrested Monday in suburban Kansas City and is accused of causing criminal damage of more than $25,000. That’s according to a booking report from the sheriff’s office in Johnson County, Kansas. The report does not provide any details or indicate whether bond was set. The Chiefs said they were aware of the arrest but declined to comment. The 23-year-old Ross has appeared in all seven games with three catches for 34 yards this season. He spent all of last season on injured reserve after having foot surgery.
News Radio KMAN has invited candidates seeking a seat on the Manhattan City Commission and Manhattan-Ogden USD 383 school board to be interviewed ahead of Election Day. Curt Herrman is seeking re-election to the USD 383 school board. * What motivated you to seek re-election to the USD 383 school board? * What do you see as the biggest hurdle or hurdles for districts right now to overcome ongoing shortages of teachers in the workforce? * With school budgets being dictated so much by what the state mandates, how will you as a board member, bring about more control at…
News Radio KMAN has invited candidates seeking a seat on the Manhattan City Commission and Manhattan-Ogden USD 383 school board to be interviewed ahead of Election Day. Susan Adamchak is a candidate for city commission. * What motivated you to seek a position/re-election to the Manhattan City Commission? * If elected, what are some things you’re hoping to accomplish? * When it comes to the overall city budget or different funding sources, do you see opportunities for efficiencies and if so, where at? * How would you define affordable housing given the current state of Manhattan’s local economy? * Housing…
Authorities are investigating an alleged report of larceny from a motor vehicle from this past weekend. RCPD says a 20-year-old man reported an unknown suspect stole his Great Lakes Firearm Rifle AR-15, valued at approximately $1,600. The theft occurred around 3 p.m. Saturday in the 700 block of Pebblecreek Circle. Police have so far made no arrests. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers.
Officers filed a report for a hit-and-run crash in the 700 block of Wildcat Creek in Manhattan on October 20, 2023, around 8:37 AM. Officers listed a 50-year-old male as the victim when it was reported an unknown suspect damaged a mailbox by hitting it with a vehicle. 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. Officers filed a report for burglary/theft in the 1100 block of Kearney Street in Manhattan…