A total of 38 COVID-19 cases were logged in Riley County by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment in the final week of April. The data was shared Wednesday by the Riley County Health Department, who says the incidence rate per 100 thousand is 51.2, putting the county in the substantial incidence category, which is 50 to 99 cases per 100 thousand people. Ascension Via Christi was caring for one COVID-19 positive patient as of Wednesday. As of May 6, Riley County has totaled well over 13,000 COVID-19 cases dating back to March 2020. For up to date Riley County…
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News Radio KMAN · In Focus 5/11/22: Kevin Logan, Greg Mann, Melody and Chuck Sexton Segment 1 – 00:00 Segment 2 – 10:22 Segment 3 – 18:53 Segment 4 – 31:01 On Wednesday’s edition of In Focus USD 323 Rock Creek Superintendent Kevin Logan and USD 320 Wamego Interim Superintendent Greg Mann spoke about Kevin Logan’s departure from USD 323, as well as other activities happening around the districts. Flint Hills Veterans Coalition representatives Melody and Chuck Sexton spoke with us about the Memorial Day Cleanup Sunset Cemetery, as well as various other activities.
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 bruglary in the 300 block of Ogden on April 26, 2022, around 10:51 a.m. Officers listed a 44-year-old female as the victim when it was reported her storage unit was broken…
News Radio KMAN · In Focus 4/27/22: Cliff Williams, John Cox, Reginald Eggleston Segment 1 – 00:00 Segment 2 – 13:00 Segment 3 – 26:22 On Wednesday’s edition of In Focus, education was our theme. We spoke with USD 378 Riley County Superintendent Cliff Williams, USD 384 Blue Valley Superintendent John Cox, and USD 475 Geary County Superintendent Dr. Reginald Eggleston.
The Game on 1350 KMAN · The Game 4/26/22 Hour 1 – Mitch’s Top 10 00:00 – Tough Losing a Childhood Friend 18:10 – Mitch’s Top 10 30:39 – Troy’s College Party Life 34:40 – Lincoln Riley Living Rent Free in OU Heads The Game on 1350 KMAN · The Game 4/26/22 Hour 2 – Interview with Curry Sexton 00:00 – Interview with Curry Sexton 20:12 – Mitch’s new #2 on KSU’s Transfer Portal List 31:59 – #1 Song of the Day / Ask Us Anything
News Radio KMAN · In Focus 4/26/22: Greg Riat, Chad Kinsley, Steve Smethers Segment 1 – 00:00 Segment 2 – 11:53 Segment 3 – 19:55 Segment 4 – 29:34 On Tuesday’s edition of In Focus we spoke with Pottawatomie County Commissioner Greg Riat and Pottawatomie County Administrator Chad Kinsley. Director of the A.Q. Miller School of Journalism at Kansas State University Dr. Steve Smethers also joined the program to discuss some news surrounding the Abilene and Smoky Valley Railroad.
Riley County commissioners on Monday approved the fiscal 2023 adult and juvenile services plan for community corrections. Corrections Director Shelly Williams says they received notice of an amendment to the governor’s budget to include additional funding for corrections grants for 841 thousand dollars. It will go toward a five percent pay increase. The House and Senate budget committees agreed to add the funding and will vote on the final version of the budget bills next week. Williams requested commissioners approve the budget that does not include a cost of living adjustment or merit. Williams told commissioners they hope to hear…
SHARON SPRINGS, Kan. — National Weather Service officials were in western Kansas Saturday to assess damage from a strong storm and a possible tornado that damaged buildings in Sharon Springs and elsewhere. Authorities say the late Friday storm rolled through numerous Kansas cities, including Grainfield, Mingo and Winona. Large hail was reported in Leoti, Colby, Holcomb, Ulysses, Hugoton and Garden City. There were no immediate reports of injuries. Sharon Springs, located in far western Wallace County, seem to take the brunt of the damage. Photos posted on social media sites show roofs on large buildings that are caved in or…
TOPEKA, Kan. — Kansas lawmakers have ended a spring break with more room to cut taxes and boost state spending than they had even a few weeks ago but not knowing whether they’ll be debating political redistricting again. The Republican-controlled Legislature was set to reconvene Monday to wrap up its business for the year. State court cases involving the new political boundaries drawn by GOP lawmakers create some uncertainty over how long they’ll be in session. Lawmakers must complete a $22 billion-plus budget for the 12 months beginning July 1. Republican leaders and Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly are scrapping over…
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 12400 block of Fairview Check Rd. on April 25, 2022, around 11:26 a.m. Officers listed a 17-year-old male as the victim when it was reported…