MANHATTAN, Kan. — City officials are urging residents to stay alert after a recent increase in raccoons displaying symptoms of canine distemper, a highly contagious viral disease that can be fatal to infected animals. The City of Manhattan Animal Control issued the warning after spotting several raccoons showing signs of the

LEONARDVILLE, Kan. — Fiber enthusiasts, makers and artists will gather Saturday for the fourth annual Fiber Flurry, a one-day celebration of yarn, roving, wool, alpaca fiber and handmade goods featuring vendors, classes and a fashion show. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Sikes Venue, 101

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Representatives from the City of Manhattan, Riley County, school district, Kansas State University, Fort Riley and other regional agencies will gather Oct. 27 for their monthly Intergovernmental Luncheon to discuss issues of mutual interest. The luncheon is scheduled for noon to 1 p.m. at Rockin K'

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Girls on the Run of the Flint Hills will host its fall 5K celebration Nov. 16 at K-State Office Park, marking the culmination of a 10-week program designed to empower young girls through physical activity and life skills education. The "Be Your Own Superhero" themed 5K

MANHATTAN, Kan. — The city's Department of Public Utilities earned three state and national awards this year for its wastewater treatment and management practices, marking the second consecutive year the department has received all three honors. The Manhattan Wastewater Treatment Plant was recognized by the Kansas Water Environment Association

MANHATTAN — The Manhattan City Commission conducted a lengthy session Tuesday addressing zoning disputes, municipal finances and infrastructure improvements, with a contentious rezoning proposal ultimately failing to secure approval. Residential Rezoning Request Fails The commission deadlocked on a proposal to rezone two historic East Park neighborhood properties at 300 North 11th