MANHATTAN, Kan. — Manhattan Parks and Recreation has introduced "Sportsmanship Sundays," a weekly initiative aimed at promoting positive behavior and respect in youth sports programs across the community. The program, announced Sept. 28, is designed to reinforce the department's mission of building healthy communities through people, places

MANHATTAN, Kan. — The City of Manhattan is advancing multiple infrastructure and planning initiatives designed to modernize the community and accommodate future growth, with projects ranging from downtown revitalization to transportation corridor planning. Current Projects Aggieville Infrastructure Redevelopment Work resumed in May 2025 on a major infrastructure and streetscape improvement project

Gary Keith Bouck Jr., 52, pleaded guilty to distributing 10 or fewer units of fentanyl and using his phone in the commission of a drug felony. The first count reflects a decrease from Bouck's original charge of conspiracy to distribute more than 1,000 units of fentanyl. He

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Cargill has contributed $1 million to Kansas State University's Agriculture Innovation Initiative, bringing the university within 5% of its $210 million fundraising goal, officials announced. The donation pushes Cargill's lifetime giving to the university past $10 million, marking a philanthropic milestone for the agribusiness

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Riley County Police reported multiple arrests and incidents over a three-day period from Sept. 27-29, 2025, according to the department's daily media reports. The incidents ranged from traffic violations to violent crimes across Manhattan, Ogden and surrounding areas. Assault and Battery Cases Officers responded to an

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Alpha Delta Pi at Kansas State University will host its 51st Annual Pumpkin Patch Arts and Crafts Fair on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Manhattan Town Center. The event benefits the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Wichita and the Alpha Delta

MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Manhattan Community Health Foundation is accepting nominations for its Cornerstone of Community Health Award, recognizing individuals or families who demonstrate leadership in promoting community health through inspiration, innovation and collaboration. The award celebrates community members who embody the foundation's core values as catalysts for a

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University has established the Institute for Financial Education and Prosperity to help educators across Kansas teach financial literacy skills to high school students preparing for workforce and adult financial responsibilities. The institute responds to Kansas's 2021 requirement that all high school students complete a

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University jumped 42 places to No. 88 among Best Value Schools in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings, marking one of its most significant improvements in recent years. The university also advanced across other major categories, rising seven spots to tie

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University will celebrate its 110th homecoming Oct. 5-11 with the theme "K-State of Mind," highlighting experiences that define the university community. The week marks K-State's 110th Homecoming celebration. Homecoming is a universitywide celebration coordinated by the K-State Alumni Association's Student

MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Manhattan Housing Authority announced it has received a $605,404 Emergency Capital Fund Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to replace failing elevators at its Apartment Tower development. The funding addresses urgent safety concerns at the facility, where elevator failures have created

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Two college students received $1,000 scholarships from Manhattan-based Addair Law for demonstrating exceptional commitment to public service and community involvement. Peri Stevens and Andrew Navarro were named the 2024 Public Spirit Scholarship winners by the law firm, which doubled its award this year due to the quality

MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Manhattan Arts Center will host its annual ARTini fundraiser Oct. 3, featuring local artists and bartenders collaborating on unique cocktail and art pairings in support of the organization's educational programs. The event, scheduled for 7 p.m. at the Union Hall at 328 Poyntz Ave.

MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Riley County Police Department announced Monday it has made two arrests following a lengthy investigation into multiple vehicle burglaries that occurred over the past two months in the Manhattan area. Jesup McClelland, 25, of Manhattan, was arrested Sept. 23 at approximately 3:27 p.m. in the