The Little Apple Citizen Journal
October 8, 2025
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Riley County police report multiple arrests, vehicle crash with injuries
MANHATTAN, Kan. — Riley County police responded to multiple incidents over the weekend, including a vehicle-pedestrian crash, thefts and arrests on various charges.
A 21-year-old Manhattan woman struck an 18-year-old man on an electric scooter near the intersection of North Manhattan Avenue and Fremont Street at approximately 10:23 p.m.
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Manhattan Polar Plunge seeks volunteers for 2026 planning committee
MANHATTAN, Kan. — Special Olympics Kansas is recruiting volunteers for its 2026 Manhattan Polar Plunge planning committee ahead of the Valentine’s Day event at Tuttle Creek State Park. The organization seeks passionate individuals to join the committee by Oct. 15 to help plan the Feb. 14, 2026, fundraiser. Committee members assist
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Mi Tierra Restaurant & Cantina closes after 2 years in Aggieville
MANHATTAN, Kan. — Mi Tierra Restaurant & Cantina, a family-owned Mexican restaurant in Aggieville, has closed after two years of serving the Manhattan community. The veteran-owned business announced the closure in a Facebook post, citing rising costs, increasing taxes and challenges with insurance as factors that made it difficult to continue operations.
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Manhattan farm hosts moonlight event with corn mazes, live music
MANHATTAN, Kan. — A & H Farm will host a nighttime fall festival Oct. 11, offering visitors a chance to explore the family farm under an almost-full moon. Moonlight on the Farm runs from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. and features two corn mazes after dark, moonlight hayrides, bonfires and
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Manhattan home-based childcare opens with focus on special needs support
MANHATTAN, Kan. — A new home-based childcare service specializing in support for children with special needs has opened in Manhattan. Curious Cubs Childcare began enrolling students in September, offering personalized care for infants and older children Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The childcare
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Children’s carnival at K-State student union
MANHATTAN, Kan. — A children’s carnival featuring games and activities for families will take place on the evening of Oct. 8 at Kansas State University’s student union.
The event runs from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 8 at the K-State Student Union, 918 N. 17th St.
The
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Events
Manhattan High dance team to host clinic for young dancers
MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Manhattan High School Dazzling Blues Dance Team will host a dance clinic for children ages 4-12 on Friday, Oct. 17, from 9-11 a.m. at Manhattan High West Gym. The clinic costs $30 per child and includes instruction from the varsity-level high school dance team members. Participants
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Riley Autumn Days Celebrates Community Spirit October 17-19
RILEY, Kan. — Riley is preparing to welcome visitors from across the region for Riley Autumn Days, a three-day community celebration running October 17-19 that showcases the small town’s charm during peak fall foliage season. Organized by the Riley Roots Collective, the event invites people to “explore, dine, shop and experience
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Habitat for Humanity to host annual hoedown fundraiser at historic Flint Hills ranch
MANHATTAN, Kan. — Habitat for Humanity of the Northern Flint Hills will host its annual Habitat Hoedown on Saturday, Oct. 18, at 4:30 p.m. at the Lazy T Ranch - Adventures in the Flint Hills. The family-friendly fundraising event will feature live music from The Haymakers, pork and beef
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Flint Hills Discovery Center to Host Bison, Beef and Bourbon Fundraiser
MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Flint Hills Discovery Center Foundation will host its annual Bison, Beef and Bourbon fundraising event Oct. 23 at the Stanley Stout Center, featuring local cuisine, craft cocktails and live entertainment to support youth education programs. The event, beginning at 6 p.m. at 2200 Denison Ave., will
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Downtown Manhattan to host All Treats Day Halloween celebration
MANHATTAN, Kan. — Downtown Manhattan will host All Treats Day on Friday, Oct. 31, from 4-6 p.m. along Poyntz Avenue, inviting families to participate in a safe trick-or-treat experience in the heart of the community. The Halloween event encourages families to stroll down Poyntz Avenue, where children can safely trick-or-treat
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Manhattan holiday festivities to feature open house, parade and special events
MANHATTAN, Kan. — Downtown Manhattan will host a series of holiday events throughout November and December, beginning with a Holiday Open House on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 409 Poyntz Ave. The Holiday Open House kicks off the holiday season by encouraging people to
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Manhattan Community Health Foundation to host annual Crystal Gala Feb. 22
MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — The Manhattan Community Health Foundation will hold its annual Crystal Gala on Feb. 21, 2026 at the Kansas State University Alumni Center to raise funds for healthcare initiatives in the region. The gala supports the foundation’s mission to enhance community health by providing scholarships to healthcare professionals,
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Kansas State University
K-State Homecoming Week features parade, volleyball, community events
MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University will celebrate its annual Homecoming week Oct. 5-11, bringing together students, alumni and community members for a series of events across Manhattan.
The weeklong celebration will include a traditional Homecoming parade, volleyball games, marching band performances and various campus activities organized by the K-State Alumni
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Kansas State launches Presidential Fellows program, schedules Extension Week
MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University launched several major initiatives this week, including an inaugural Presidential Engagement Fellows program and Extension and Engagement Week, scheduled for Oct. 20-24. The university selected seven faculty members as Presidential Engagement Fellows to bring university research and expertise directly to Kansas communities from 2025 to
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Politics
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Opinion
KFB Insight: Better times ahead
It’s hard to imagine waking up and going to work on payday only to find you have less money than you started with at the beginning of the pay period. That’s the reality many farmers are facing as fall harvest enters full swing in Kansas. Almost every acre
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