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County leaders debate role of proposed administrator
Department heads met with Riley County commissioners Thursday for the first time since officials last week announced plans to develop a county administrator position. During a 45-minute work session, the three commissioners heard concerns and suggestions from department leaders as the county considers recommendations from its outside consultant. Emergency services director David Adams spoke on [...]
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34-year-old arrested following domestic disturbance
A Manhattan man was arrested early Thursday morning following a reported domestic incident, according to the Riley County Police Department. Officers filed a report at approximately 11:48 p.m. March 5, 2026, in Manhattan for domestic battery and criminal damage to property. A 53-year-old woman was listed as the victim, and a known 34-year-old man was [...]
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Manhattan man arrested on drug distribution, weapons charges
A Manhattan man was arrested early Thursday morning following a drug investigation, according to the Riley County Police Department. Officers filed a report at approximately 2:01 a.m. in the 800 block of Temple Lane for distribution of a certain stimulant in an amount of at least 3.5 grams but less than 100 grams, distribution of [...]
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Forecasters warn Friday storms could bring 70 mph winds, large hail
Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible across northeast Kansas Friday afternoon and evening, according to the National Weather Service in Topeka. Forecasters say storms could begin developing between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., initially forming as individual storms or supercells before transitioning into a line of storms later in the evening. That line is expected [...]
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