The Little Apple Citizen Journal
October 20, 2025
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Federal lawsuit against former police chief ends
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 month in
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Manhattan agribusiness wins state award; local leader named to board of regents
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
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KDOT urges caution during deer rut
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
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Manhattan drops from rankings
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 Schartz searching for solutions in a
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KSHSAA releases 2026, 2027 district football assignments
Based on the Kansas State High School Activities Association’s 2025-2026 Annual Classification Changes document, here are the schools changing classification: Moving to Class 4A: * Santa Fe Trail (from 3A) Moving to Class 3A: * Easton-Pleasant Ridge (from 2A) * Holton (from 4A) * Oskaloosa (from 2A) * Phillipsburg (from 2A) * Shawnee-Maranatha Academy (from 2A)
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Meet your candidates - Matt Troy - Candidate for Ogden City Council
The following responses are from candidates running for local government and board of education seats in the November election. Each candidate was sent the same list of questions and asked to respond. Answers will be published as they are received.
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Events
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
DeHoff named 2025 K-State College of Education Secondary Distinguished Cooperating Teacher honoree
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,
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Paving pathways, opening doors to degrees
K-State partnerships with Manhattan Tech and Salina Tech expand higher education access for students across Kansas
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Grilling academy combines science and competition at K-State
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
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Wildcats faceoff against Jayhawks Oct. 25
LAWRENCE, Kan. — Kansas football will face Kansas State at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25, in what coach has described as a must-win game, with the early kickoff potentially working against the Jayhawks despite having the home field advantage. The game, officially known as the Sunflower Showdown and the
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Fort Riley
Fort Riley cancels Fall Apple Day festival due to government shutdown
FORT RILEY, Kan. — The annual Fall Apple Day Festival scheduled for this weekend at Fort Riley has been canceled because of the federal government shutdown. The event, a longstanding tradition for soldiers and families of the 1st Infantry Division, would have marked its 39th year. The festival typically features family
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Politics
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Opinion
KFB Insight: Windows and opportunities
October is generally jam-packed for my family, and this year is no exception. Attending my son’s football games, finishing up our calving season, celebrating birthdays, continuing fall harvest and preparing to sow wheat have taken up the majority of my family’s attention and effort this month. My mother-in-law,
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Teen airlifted after Ellsworth County shooting
ELLSWORTH COUNTY, Kan. — Authorities are investigating a shooting that left a teenager with serious injuries last month in rural Kansas. Holden Slaight, 18, sustained a gunshot wound to his upper right leg Sept. 28 at a residence in the 1300 block of Avenue F, according to Ellsworth County Sheriff Kenny
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