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New teen arrested in April armed robbery case

Another Manhattan teenager has been arrested in connection to an April armed robbery. Riley County Police on Monday charged 17-year-old Kamryn Machor with aggravated robbery. The charge stems from an April 11 incident in the 1500 block of Pipher Lane where a 16-year-old boy claims he was robbed at gunpoint. Two other teens were arrested [...]

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McCain Performance Series to return this fall

The McCain Performance Series returns to K-State this September with numerous entertainers and musicals. Season tickets are on sale with discounts from 10-20% for a package for seven or more events. Single tickets for most shows will be available July 21 for online sales and July 23 for in-person and phone sales. Those interested in [...]

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Residents celebrate Manhattan Day

BBQs and block parties are how the city celebrates Manhattan Day. Hotdogs and buns were donated by Hy-Vee, Dillons and Walmart and distributed by the Flint Hills Breadbasket to encourage neighborhood cookouts. President of the Eugene Field Neighborhood Association Tim Lindemuth said the day is more than just hotdogs. To view the full article visit [...]

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Multiple thefts reported in Manhattan on June 9th

The RCPD are investigating a series of thefts reported across Manhattan on June 9, 2025, involving stolen vehicles, construction equipment, and tools. The first incident was reported at approximately 7:48 a.m. in the 500 block of Pilsbury Drive, where Energy Center Manhattan Pool reported a dump trailer stolen. The estimated value of the trailer was [...]

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K-State Gardens raising funds with summer soirée fun

By Emma Loura Surrounded by the peaceful backdrop of water fountains and colorful flowers in K-State’s botanical garden, party guests sipped gin and tonics while socializing before dinner on Friday night. The summer soirĂ©e showcased the hard work of K-State’s gardeners and raised money for the future of horticulture. “This is our 150th anniversary of [...]

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Six-year-old girl drowns at Milford Lake

Authorities are investigating the drowning of a six-year-old girl at Milford Lake. Deputies with the Geary County Sheriff’s Office responded around 5 p.m. Monday to a medical call at the swim beach near the splash pad and south boat ramp at Milford State Park. The girl was then transported to Stormont Vail Flint Hills where [...]

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Ogden woman prepares for plea deal in murder of her infant

By Rose Gruenbacher An Ogden woman appeared in Riley County District Court Monday, to confirm arrangements for a plea agreement in the case of her 1-year-old daughter in 2023. Sonya Williams, 27, is charged with first-degree murder and aggravated endangering a child. Williams, her attorney, Julie Effenbeck and the prosecutor Trinity Muth reached an agreement [...]

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RCPD investigating $12k fraud case

Riley County Police are investigating a case of fraud involving a local bank. Officers on Friday filed a report for theft and criminal use of a financial card, listing Landmark National Bank as the victim. Police say an unknown suspect used a debit card to make fraudulent purchases, racking up over $12,000 in charges. Police [...]

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Anderson Ave. construction to begin Monday

Manhattan Public Works crews plan to begin water, street and stormwater improvements at Anderson Avenue on Monday. This marks the beginning off a series of projects which will impact the corridor over the next two years. “We’re going to be starting construction on Anderson Avenue, from Connecticut to Lee school,” Brian Johnson, director of Manhattan [...]

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City officials to consider Wareham’s request for tax incentives

City officials are considering a request to amend the sales tax exemption for renovations to Wareham Hall in downtown Manhattan. The item is part of the Tuesday work session agenda. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. in City Hall. City administrators seek direction from the city commission over a proposed 10-year, 100% property tax [...]

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