MANHATTAN, Kan. — A Kansas Department of Education employee has been terminated after posting "well deserved" on social media in response to the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Katie Allen, who worked as a research analyst in Career, Standards, and Assessment Services at KSDE, is no longer employed

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Pawnee Mental Health Services will host its "Inspiring Hope & Help" auction Oct. 2-3 to raise funds for essential mental health services across 10 north central Kansas counties. The fundraiser features both a live auction Thursday, Oct. 2, at the K-State Alumni Center, 1720 Anderson Ave.

MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Greater Manhattan Community Foundation has appointed Dr. Sarah F. Barrett as the organization's first Vice President for Impact Strategy & Grant Programs. Barrett brings experience in nonprofit leadership, community-engaged research and coalition building to the role. Her professional background spans education, policy advocacy, risk management

MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Manhattan Parks and Recreation Foundation will host a scholarship fundraiser Saturday, Sept. 20, at Cox Bros. BBQ, with 20% of all sales donated to foundation scholarships. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will feature a BBQ buffet including chicken, pork sliders,

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Riley County emergency services agencies are offering free car seat safety inspections every Tuesday to help ensure children are properly protected while traveling in vehicles. The Car Seat Check Lane operates from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the Manhattan Fire Department Headquarters, 2000 Denison

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MANHATTAN, Kan. – The second phase of Anderson Avenue water, street, and stormwater improvements began Monday, expanding the existing construction zone east to the intersection with Elling and Oakdale drives, city officials announced. The construction phase will close access to Anderson Avenue from four residential streets: Bellehaven Road, Elling Drive, Midland

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Manhattan Parks and Recreation has announced several developments including a charitable fundraising partnership, a federal grant award for robotic lawn equipment, and the upcoming opening of its seasonal ice rink. Goolsby's Restaurant Partnership Raises Funds for Parks Manhattan Parks and Recreation Foundation has partnered with Goolsby&

The temporary closure at intersection of Skyvue Lane and Stagg Hill Road, near Flint Hills Breadbasket began today, Sept. 15. Details at this time include: * Closure is at Skyvue Ln from Stagg Hill to just slightly south * Will be closed for at least 1 week (Sept. 15-19) * The closure is

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Chamber Music Kansas will present "Fields and Fountains," a free concert featuring works by Mozart, Bunch and Tchaikovsky, Sunday, Sept. 21 at 3 p.m. at Union Hall. The performance serves as the season opener for Chamber Music Kansas, a new series bringing dynamic and diverse

MANHATTAN, Kan. — The public is invited to attend a City Commission candidate forum Wednesday, Oct. 1, at 5:30 p.m., hosted by the Downtown Manhattan Inc. Board of Directors. The forum will be held at Rocker's II downtown event venue at 221 N. 4th St. Candidates will

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MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Flint Hills Discovery Center continues its mission to inspire visitors to celebrate and explore the region's unique tallgrass prairie ecosystem as fall approaches, offering a range of interactive exhibits and educational programming designed for all ages. Located at 315 S. 3rd St., the 35,000-square-foot

MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Manhattan Public Library is gearing up for another season of community programming as fall approaches, continuing its mission to connect residents to a world of ideas and information. Located at 629 Poyntz Ave., the library serves as a hub for Manhattan residents of all ages, offering everything