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

October 2025

Campus Road Closure Scheduled for Elevator Replacement A portion of Claflin Road at Kansas State University will close on Oct. 25 from the Denison Avenue intersection eastward to the pathway in front of Gen. Richard B. Myers Hall. The south sidewalk behind Ackert Hall and Chalmers Hall also will be

MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Manhattan Fire Department responded to two structure fires in recent days, with no injuries reported in either incident. Firefighters responded to a residence at 326 Vattier Street on Oct. 19 at approximately 9:26 p.m. Upon arrival, fire was showing from the front of the home.

Tuttle Creek event continues growing popularity of trunk-or-treat tradition

Manhattan, Kansas — As the nation recognizes Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October, Riley County is confronting grim local statistics that underscore the severity of intimate partner violence in the community. Riley County police reported 576 domestic violence incidents in 2024, resulting in 252 arrests and 20 dual arrests. One of

Manhattan, Kansas — Part I crime in Riley County fell to its lowest levels in five years during September 2025, though traffic-related incidents showed troubling increases, according to a monthly report from the Riley County Police Department's Criminal Intelligence Unit. Part I crime reported in September was 30.6

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COUNCIL GROVE — A federal lawsuit alleging that a small-town police chief abused his authority and retaliated against a parent has been settled, ending a three-year legal dispute that began with accusations involving the chief's teenage daughter. Tisha Conard Richardson and Police Chief Shawn Wangerin reached the settlement last

MANHATTAN — Local businesses and civic leaders are among those receiving recognition from Governor Laura Kelly this week, with Liquid Art Winery and Estate winning a statewide business award and Manhattan resident Matt Crocker being appointed to the Kansas Board of Regents. Liquid Art Winery and Estate was named the 2025

JUNCTION CITY, Kan. — Katie DeHoff, a teacher and coach at Junction City High School, has been named the 2025 K-State College of Education Secondary Distinguished Cooperating Teacher honoree. DeHoff received the award at the Kansas State University Fall Education Symposium. The honor, presented annually by the K-State Student Affairs Committee,

TOPEKA, Kan. — Kansas transportation officials are warning Riley County drivers to be extra cautious on roadways this fall as deer-vehicle collisions surge during breeding season, which peaks in November. Riley County experienced 203 deer-vehicle crashes in 2024, with 20 resulting in injuries affecting 22 people, according to data from the

MANHATTAN — The Indians have encountered a new problem this fall, and it's one that last year's Class 6A runner-up never had to face: staying healthy. Manhattan's struggles with turnovers and injuries plagued the team through the first half of the season, leaving coach Joe

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University is hosting the K-State Meat Science Grilling Academy: Holiday Edition, a hands-on workshop focused on mastering seasonal meat cookery through demonstrations and friendly competition. The event will take place Saturday, Nov. 15, at Weber Hall from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Participants