News Radio KMAN · In Focus 6/17/22: Riley County Extension, Seniors Service Center, T. Russell Animal Shelter, FHAA Segment 1 – 00:00 (Riley County Extension) Segment 2 – 12:20 (Riley County Seniors Service Center) Segment 3 – 23:21 (T. Russell Reitz Animal Shelter) Segment 4 – 32:28 (North Central Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging) On Friday’s edition of In Focus, Riley County Extension Agriculture Agent Gregg Eyestone and Garden Tour Chair Gloria Holcombe spoke about the Garden Tour. We also spoke with Riley County Seniors Service Center Director Liz Nelson and Program Coordinator Cindy O’Connell. T. Russell Reitz Animal…
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BELLE PLAINE, Kan. (AP) — Thousands of cattle in feedlots in southwestern Kansas have died of heat stress due to soaring temperatures, high humidity and little wind in recent days, industry officials said. The final toll remains unclear, but as of Thursday at least 2,000 heat-related deaths had been reported to the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, the state agency that assists in disposing of carcasses. Agency spokesman Matt Lara said he expects that number to rise as more feedlots report losses from this week’s heat wave. The cattle deaths have sparked unsubstantiated reports on social media and elsewhere that…
Freedom, strength, and resilience were the themes set for this year’s Manhattan Juneteenth art auction, held Thursday at Manhattan’s Douglass Activity Center. The second-annual event showcased works from artists across the community. These pieces were created by artists of all ages and skill levels. Event organizer and artist Hilary Wahlen spoke with KMAN about the event, and she said that one change was made to the auction this year that benefited the event very well. Wahlen had one piece up for auction at the event, which featured three generations of black women. She said that these women perfectly represented this…
The Game on 1350 KMAN · The Game 6/16/22 Hour 1 – 'Do They Know It?' 00:00 – Derek Young from K-State Online 16:49 – Derek Young from K-State Online 2 27:37 – Do They Know it? Hosted by Big Steve The Game on 1350 KMAN · The Game 06/16/22 Hour 2 – Gamey Award Nominations 00:00 – Gamey Awards Nominations 13:55 – Gamey Awards Nominations 2 28:25 – #1 Song of the Day/Ask Us Anything
MANHATTAN, Kan. (Kansas State Athletics) – K-State and head coach Suzie Fritz revealed the entire volleyball schedule for the 2022 season Thursday, which features 12 home matches and one home exhibition contest at Bramlage Coliseum. The season officially begins on Friday, August 26 as the Wildcats will host the annual K-State Invitational from August 26-27. It will mark the first time that K-State opens a season at home since 2012, as the two-day tournament will include matchups with Sam Houston (August 26), NC State (August 26) and Florida A&M (August 27). Prior to the K-State Invitational, the Wildcats will host…
MANHATTAN, Kan. (Kansas State Athletics) – An already strong home men’s basketball schedule got even better on Thursday morning (June 16), as Florida was announced as Kansas State’s opponent in the 10th annual SEC/Big 12 Challenge set for Saturday, January 28, 2023, at Bramlage Coliseum. ESPN will provide coverage of all games on ESPN, ESPN2 or ESPNU with start times and complete television information to be released later. The Gators will be one of at least 17 home games for the Wildcats in 2022-23, which includes Wichita State on Saturday, December 3, and the usual grueling nine game Big 12 slate. The…
Manhattan residents can expect to see fire crews out and about performing annual hydrant flowing and maintenance starting this week. MFD released notice Thursday, indicating flowing and painting will continue through late Fall. The program is a yearly task necessary to flush out water lines and ensure hydrants operate as intended when needed. Fire officials tell residents that if they notice yellow or rust-colored water in your home after crews worked in your area to run their water in a bath or shower until it clears. If water does not clear, contact MFD or the City of Manhattan. Fire officials…
Emporia State Bank and a 69-year-old woman were listed as the victims of a larceny reported Wednesday, according to Riley County police. RCPD filed the report after 9:30 a.m. Wednesday in the 200 block of Poyntz. Police officials say there a woman reported her debit card was stolen and used to make multiple purchases from Apple and a local Wendy’s restaurant. The loss associated with the crime is about $112. The case remains under investigation.
The following summary of calls for service/reports filed by the Riley County Police Department is a portion of those received by police. Some names, addresses, and case details are withheld to follow local, state, and federal law and in an attempt to protect community members from being victimized further. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. MANHATTAN, KAN. – Officers filed a report for criminal damage to property in the 700 block of Highland Ridge Dr. in Manhattan on June 15, 2022, around 3:23 p.m. Officers listed MH Development and a 52-year-old female as the…
News Radio KMAN · In Focus 6/16/22: Jason Smith Segment 1 – 00:00 Segment 2 – 14:30 Segment 3 – 25:38 Segment 4 – 35:10 On Thursday’s edition of In Focus we spoke with Manhattan Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Jason Smith.