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September 17, 2025
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Kansas Department of Education Employee Fired After Social Media Comment on Charlie Kirk’s Death
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 with the
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Pawnee Mental Health to Host ‘Inspiring Hope & Help’ Auction for Community Services
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., and an online
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Greater Manhattan Community Foundation Names Barrett Vice President
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 and nonprofit leadership.
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Manhattan Parks Foundation to Host Scholarship Fundraiser at Cox Bros. BBQ
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,
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Riley County Offers Free Car Seat Safety Inspections Weekly
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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Multiple Arrests Made in Manhattan Area Over Weekend
Information obtained from the Riley County Police Department Daily Summaries
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Manhattan Road Construction Expands to Include Four Residential Streets
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
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Events
Chamber Music Kansas Presents Season Opener at Union Hall
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 programs to
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Manhattan to Host City Commission Candidate Forum Wednesday
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 field questions
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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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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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