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The Little Apple Citizen Journal

Local, state, and US news for busy people - Jan 10, 2026 edition

Greg Loving, Max Vidavsky

10 Jan 2026 • 4 min read

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Manhattan

Susan Adamchak was unanimously elected mayor as Manhattan's city commission seated three new members who pledged to shift the body's culture. The new commissioners Larry Fox, Jim Morrison, and Andrew Von Lintel replaced three departing members. →
The Miller Ranch water tower is back online after complete rehabilitation featuring fresh paint displaying the city flag. Contractor USG completed interior upgrades and structural repairs under the city's 10-year maintenance agreement. →
The commission unanimously approved a five-year agreement with Pepsi-Cola of Manhattan for beverage products at city concession stands. The deal includes naming rights for 'Gatorade Field' and a $4,000 annual contribution to parks. →
The commission honored retiring City Clerk Brenda Wolf with a proclamation declaring Jan. 9, 2026 as Brenda K. Wolf Day. Wolf served the city for more than 30 years, including 25 years as deputy clerk. →
Manhattan boys basketball defeated Topeka 70-63 in their conference opener, with Sawyer Newton leading the Indians with 22 points. →
Manhattan girls basketball defeated Topeka 67-55 on the road Friday night to start conference play 1-0. Bailey Busch led the Indians with 15 points in the victory. →
Expect a beautiful sunny day in Manhattan with temperatures climbing to 45 degrees, though it'll be breezy with west winds gusting up to 25 mph, so you might want to grab a jacket.

🌾Kansas

Evergy proposes $500M, 133-mile transmission line through southern Kansas primarily benefiting Oklahoma and Missouri, with Kansas ratepayers helping fund the project. Landowners at a public hearing raised concerns about impacts on farms and property values, with construction starting 2027.
Democratic Senate Minority Leader Dinah Sykes challenges GOP House Speaker Dan Hawkins for insurance commissioner, pledging to reject all insurance industry donations. The race pits Sykes' consumer protection platform against Hawkins' deregulation agenda.
Justice Eric Rosen sworn in as Kansas Supreme Court chief justice after Marla Luckert's stroke and resignation. Rosen, who served as acting chief since October, became chief under constitutional succession rules.
Rock Regional Hospital in Derby permanently closed after bankruptcy judge lifted eviction stay, ending all emergency services. The hospital filed bankruptcy facing $23 million in liabilities just before scheduled eviction.
Garden City appoints Tom Nguyen, 22, as youngest mayor in city history and first Asian American mayor. Nguyen aims to build 4,000 new homes by 2030 and expand sports facilities during his one-year term.

🇺🇸 US

Trump seeks $1.5 trillion defense budget by 2027 — a 50% increase to fund what he calls a "Dream Military" amid threats of military action in Venezuela and proposed annexation of Greenland.
House passes ACA subsidy extension with 17 GOP defections — the symbolic 230-196 vote has no Senate path but gives cover to vulnerable Republicans facing reelection.
Philadelphia shipyard overwhelmed by Trump naval expansion — Korean-owned Hanwha Ocean plans to scale from 2 to 20 ships annually but needs more docks to meet surging military demand.
Border Patrol shooting in Portland sparks federal withdrawal demands — agent shot two people during traffic stop of alleged Venezuelan gang members, prompting mayor to echo Minneapolis in calling for federal departure.
Iran imposes internet blackout as revolution spreads — nationwide protests chanting "Death to Khamenei" reach multiple cities and affluent Tehran neighborhoods despite government crackdown threats.

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