Family, friends, officials and more gathered inside the Riley County Courthouse to celebrate Ryan Inglett and his graduation from the district’s Drug Court program. The Drug Court was established in March of 2022 to help provide support, treatment and accountability for community members who struggle with addiction. 21st Judicial District Judge Kendra Lewison explained more about the program. Inglett was the program’s first participant, and less than a year later, he became its first graduate. Upon graduation, Inglett reached 408 days of sobriety. His probation officer Brett Clark said Inglett is considered to be a trailblazer for the program, not…
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The Game on 1350 KMAN · The Game 02/23/2023 Hour 1 – All's Quiet on the Western Front 00:00 – All’s Quiet on the Western Front 18:09 – Fitz hits on the arrogance of some 27:11 – That state of KSU WBB The Game on 1350 KMAN · The Game 02/23/2023 Hour 2 – Chris Vannini (Senior CFB Writer for The Athletic) 00:00 – WTF was Cal Eldred’s MO as Royals Pitching Coach? 19:48 – Chris Vannini, Senior CFB Writer, The Athletic 31:07 – #2 Song of the Day/Ask us Anything
News Radio KMAN · In Focus 2/23/23: Colene Lind, Mike Matson, Marshall Stewart Segment 1 – 00:00 Segment 2 – 09:05 Segment 3 – 19:18 Segment 4 – 29:44 On Thursday’s edition of In Focus, Institute for Civic Discourse and Democracy Director Dr. Colene Lind and Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce Director of External Affairs Mike Matson discussed an upcoming collaboration – a March 4th workshop aimed at generating interest in running for local, non-partisan offices. K-State Senior Vice President of Executive Affairs, University Engagement and Partnerships, and Chief of Staff Marshall Stewart visited about his experience, why he chose…
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 burglary and criminal damage to property in the 1400 block of McCain Ln. in Manhattan on February 22, 2023, around 8:30 a.m. Magnolia Hills Apartments was listed as the victim when…
The Game on 1350 KMAN · The Game 02/22/2023 Hour 1 – Derek Young from K-State Online 00:00 – Derek Young from K-State Online 16:50 – DY 28:54 – #2 Song of the Day The Game on 1350 KMAN · The Game 02/22/2023 Hour 2 00:00 – Segment 1
Kansas Governor Laura Kelly froze tuition increases in 2022, but without any word from the governor about a freeze for the coming school year, many university officials have indicated tuition rates will increase state-wide. K-State President Dr. Richard Linton testified before the House Higher Education Budget Committee on February 16th and said tuition rates will likely increase by approximately 3%. Despite this cost increase, Linton implemented a program last fall that would lower tuition costs for out-of-state students graduating high school with a 3.25 GPA or higher after the school hit its lowest enrollment since 1988. The program, which was…
TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Kansas’ ethics commission has been investigating Republican campaign activities for at least a year, and the GOP-controlled Legislature is moving to reduce the agency’s power and legalize practices apparently under scrutiny. Republicans backing a bill to overhaul the state Governmental Ethics Commission and rewrite campaign finance laws said Wednesday they’re trying to ensure fair treatment of the people and groups scrutinized by the commission. But lawmakers drafted this year’s measure amid a court battle over the commission’s demand for documents from Kansas Republican Party officials, and critics see the bill as an effort to kneecap the agency. Documents…
News Radio KMAN · In Focus 2/22/23: John Cox, Cliff Williams, Reginald Eggleston, Angela Chapes Segment 1 – 00:00 Segment 2 – 14:10 Segment 3 – 23:23 Segment 4 – 32:03 On Wednesday’s Edition of In Focus, USD 384 Blue Valley Superintendent John Cox provides a monthly review of activities and upcoming events. USD 378 Riley County Superintendent Cliff Williams provides a monthly review of activities and upcoming events. USD 475 Geary County Superintendent Reginald Eggleston discusses current news in the school district. And local autism advocate Angela Chapes visits with Kate Kennedy. Angela was recently recognized as Autism Parenting…
As the City of Manhattan explores the future of its T. Russell Reitz Animal Shelter, city staff are looking to the Riley County Police Department to possibly absorb the contracts for the city’s animal control officers. The city has budgeted for three, but currently has just two ACOs on the payroll. However, budget challenges within Parks & Recreation, which oversees the shelter, have prompted the city to explore its options. Law Board Chair and City Commissioner John Matta… The move has logistical hurdles as Manhattan sits in two counties. Current animal control officers also don’t service areas outside of Manhattan’s…
Update: The Aggieville St. Patrick’s Day Parade has been cancelled for 2023 due to road construction. Festivities will take place March 18th. Anyone interested in participating in the race or fun run can register at stpatsmhk.com. ————————————————————————————— Last year, construction in Aggieville disrupted the route of Manhattan’s annual Christmas parade and this year’s St. Patrick’s Day parade will likely be disrupted by it as well. That was City Manager Ron Fehr and City Commissioner Wynn Butler on KMAN’s In Focus. Despite the likely loss of the parade, Butler says the business district is still planning to host other St. Patty’s…