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Riley County police director Brian Peete is pushing back against the notion that the proposed police budget increase is too high. Peete was responding to criticism from police board members during last week’s meeting, some of whom said the city and county governments — which fund the police department in an 80-20 split — might [...]

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By Nathan Gaddie Little Apple Pride festivities brought Manhattan’s LGBTQ+ community together over the weekend. A parade through Aggieville kicked off the event, followed by a festival at City Park. Organizers estimated that 1,000 to 1,500 people showed up in support. Brad Everett, general manager of the Hilton Garden Inn, continued his family’s tradition of [...]

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Police are investigating a vehicle burglary and theft reported Saturday night in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department. Officers filed a report at approximately 8:09 p.m. April 25th, 2026, in the 1100 block of Bertrand Street. A 20-year-old woman reported that an unknown suspect stole her vehicle. The vehicle was later located and [...]

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Severe thunderstorms are expected to impact the region in two waves today and into early Monday, with the National Weather Service placing much of northeast Kansas under an enhanced risk for severe weather. Forecasters say the first round of storms is expected between noon and 6 p.m., with activity developing across central Kansas and moving [...]

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The Greater Manhattan Community Foundation’s 14th annual Grow Green Match Day on Wednesday resulted in over $2.9 million going to 102 recipients. According to the organization’s initial counts, this year’s donations amount to $2,414,237.85, with match funds coming in at $530,000. The 2026 donations reflect an 18.2% increase from last year’s sum. 97 fewer donors participated than [...]

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By Nathan Gadie The Steven A. Cohen Veterans Network opened its first military family clinic in Manhattan at Centerstone this week. Supported by the Robert R. McCormick Foundation, the clinic represents an opportunity to help veterans, active service members and their families address their mental health needs. This is the network’s 23rd clinic between 21 [...]

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City commissioners on Tuesday will discuss end-of-year finances from 2025 and city debt. City administration and Baker Tilly, the city’s financial advisor, have prepared presentations covering both the 2025 city financials, and a bond and interest fund (city debt) forecast. The finances report will include a breakdown of revenue from sales tax, property taxes, franchise [...]

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Two people were transported to the hospital Thursday evening following a crash in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department. Officers responded at approximately 5:22 p.m. April 23rd to the area of Sloan Street and Griffith Drive for a reported injury accident. Upon arrival, officers determined that a 2004 Cadillac DeVille driven by Robert [...]

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A Manhattan woman was arrested Thursday evening following a reported disturbance, according to the Riley County Police Department. Officers filed a report at approximately 6:51 p.m. April 23rd, 2026, in the 2100 block of Casement Road for criminal threat, interference with a law enforcement officer and criminal damage to property. Julia Sue Booher, 24, of [...]

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A trial scheduled to begin Thursday in Riley County District Court has instead been postponed until the defendant receives a competency evaluation. Daniel Francis Lee was arrested in August 2024 for battering four county corrections officers. His case was scheduled for trial Thursday and Friday, but was continued after Lee’s defense attorney made a motion [...]

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