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City commission candidates weigh in on job growth strategies, retention

Candidates running for a seat on the Manhattan City Commission have differing views on how to grow the economy. During this past weekend’s League of Women Voters Forum on KMAN, candidates were asked what the city’s role should be in spurring development of jobs that provide a livable wage. Nine candidates are seeking one of [...]

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By |2023-10-10T13:25:14-05:00October 10th, 2023|Local News|Comments Off on City commission candidates weigh in on job growth strategies, retention

City officials planning dedication of Stonehaven Park

A new park in Manhattan will be dedicated this weekend. The Manhattan Parks & Recreation Department says Stonehaven Park is located off Miller Parkway and Amherst Avenue Extension. Park Superintendent Casey Smithson says the park includes a concrete walking path as well as a three acre pond. A pair of tree plantings will take place [...]

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By |2023-10-10T11:03:39-05:00October 10th, 2023|Local News|Comments Off on City officials planning dedication of Stonehaven Park

RCPD: Manhattan man jailed for property damage, threats made after being denied a ride

A Manhattan man was arrested a short time after noon Monday in the 2000 block of Tuttle Creek Blvd. on charges of criminal threat and criminal damage to property. RCPD says 55-year-old David Combs was arrested after a 38-year-old man reported Combs threw a coffee cup at a wall and made threats after being denied [...]

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By |2023-10-10T10:48:26-05:00October 10th, 2023|Local News|Comments Off on RCPD: Manhattan man jailed for property damage, threats made after being denied a ride

RCPD investigating separate burglary, aggravated assault incidents

Authorities are investigating a pair of Monday crimes for burglary and aggravated assault. The Riley County Police Department says a 21-year-old man and 22-year-old woman reported an unknown suspect stole household goods and electronics from their home in the 1100 block of Claflin Road. The estimated total loss is less than $1,000. Anyone with information [...]

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By |2023-10-10T10:36:22-05:00October 10th, 2023|Local News|Comments Off on RCPD investigating separate burglary, aggravated assault incidents

Wamego seeks bids to move historic house

The Chrysler House in Wamego, Kansas

The City of Wamego is looking to move the misnamed Chrysler House. Walter Chrysler, automotive industry executive, was born in Wamego, and lived there before his family moved to Ellis, Kansas. City Manager Stacie Eichem gave some background on the house in question. While the house was not the birthplace of Chrysler, the community still [...]

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By |2023-10-10T06:18:17-05:00October 10th, 2023|Local News|Comments Off on Wamego seeks bids to move historic house

Cats Cupboard enjoying new home with continuing mission to feed students

Cats Cupboard

Cats Cupboard, the K-State Food Pantry that provides students immediate access to food and personal hygiene items at no cost, recently moved to a new location. Morrison Family Director of Cats Cupboard Shelly Williams says they are happy to have a new home. Research has shown that about 40% of K-State students struggle with food insecurity. [...]

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By |2023-10-09T15:12:22-05:00October 9th, 2023|Local News|Comments Off on Cats Cupboard enjoying new home with continuing mission to feed students

Manhattan crews to begin work at Denison Ave north of Kimball

More orange cones are popping up across Manhattan as some necessary road construction projects are beginning. On Monday, city officials noted a temporary closure of Denison Avenue, north of Kimball was put into place as work begins on the construction of a new reverse frontage road from the Grain Science complex, east to Denison. The [...]

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By |2023-10-09T15:03:26-05:00October 9th, 2023|Local News|Comments Off on Manhattan crews to begin work at Denison Ave north of Kimball

City staff to present commission with paid parking plan for downtown garage

The Manhattan City Commission will discuss the prospect of paid parking in the downtown parking garage near Blue Earth Plaza at a Tuesday work session. According to agenda materials, city staff are looking at a proposed $2 hourly rate with a $10 daily max for the garage. Full-time employees would be charged at $40 per [...]

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By |2023-10-09T11:22:01-05:00October 9th, 2023|Local News|Comments Off on City staff to present commission with paid parking plan for downtown garage

USD 383 candidates discuss rising property taxes, budget challenges ahead at LWV forum

Rising property taxes was a point of emphasis at the USD 383 candidate forum, hosted by the League of Women Voters Saturday. Candidates were asked how they think the school board should balance the needs of students without overburdening taxpayers. Incumbent Kristin Brighton says the board spends at least four months each year discussing the budget. [...]

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By |2023-10-08T20:05:16-05:00October 8th, 2023|Local News|Comments Off on USD 383 candidates discuss rising property taxes, budget challenges ahead at LWV forum

City Commission candidates tackle affordable housing concerns at League of Women Voters Forum

Housing challenges within the city were a point of emphasis for city commission candidates at Saturday’s League of Women Voters forum, held at the Manhattan Public Library. Among the questions asked of candidates Saturday were how each think the city can provide affordable housing across the spectrum. Incumbent Mark Hatesohl says the city can do [...]

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By |2023-10-08T19:34:04-05:00October 8th, 2023|Local News|Comments Off on City Commission candidates tackle affordable housing concerns at League of Women Voters Forum
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