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One additional COVID death in Riley County; 148 New Positive Cases

Riley County has confirmed one new COVID-related death and 148 new positive cases this week. A 48 year-old Riley County woman died Christmas Eve after testing positive for COVID on December 10. She is the 66th reported COVID death in the county. Along with the new cases, 153 additional recoveries have been confirmed since the December 22 [...]

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By B104 Staff|2021-12-29T14:51:32-06:00December 29th, 2021|Local News|Comments Off

Manhattan residents invited to recycle Christmas trees at Long’s Park

If you’re not sure what to do with your live Christmas tree now that the holiday is over, the City of Manhattan has an opportunity for residents to recycle them. The Manhattan Parks & Rec Department accepts trees at Long’s Park (16th & Colorado) until Jan. 31. Officials ask that all ornaments and tinsel are [...]

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By B104 Staff|2021-12-29T13:59:29-06:00December 29th, 2021|Local News|Comments Off

Jimmie Allen To Headline Rose Parade

Jimmie Allen is marching into 2022 headlining one of the most famous parades in the country. Allen is part of the Grand Finale of the 133rd Rose Parade presented by Honda on Saturday, Jan. 1. According to a press release, the final float begins its tri...

By B104 Staff|2021-12-29T12:27:23-06:00December 29th, 2021|Music, Music News|Comments Off

Amid upcoming release of Blue Township annexation study, some residents showing interest in expanding Pottawatomie County Commission

The City of Manhattan is planning to announce the results of its annexation plan for the Blue Township area sometime in January. The area is of particular interest to the city in its comprehensive plan, which identifies it as a key area for growth in the future. Manhattan City Manager Ron Fehr spoke about it [...]

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By B104 Staff|2021-12-28T15:30:22-06:00December 28th, 2021|Local News|Comments Off

Rep. Dodson hopeful for more long-term investments in ’22 based on revenue increases

As Kansas continues to show economic growth in the wake of the pandemic, economic development will be a big topic during the 2022 legislative session. 67th District State Representative Mike Dodson (R-Manhattan) says the state currently has about $2 billion in the bank, with an estimated $1.3 billion projected to come in next year. Along with [...]

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By B104 Staff|2021-12-28T14:46:26-06:00December 28th, 2021|Local News|Comments Off

Sunset Zoo admission prices going up in 2022

Daily admission prices for the Sunset Zoo are going up slightly in 2022. Starting this weekend, the cost for a one day pass for an adult will be six dollars and four dollars for a child, an increase of 50 cents. Marketing and Development Officer Melissa Kirkwood tells KMAN the cost of a Friends of [...]

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By B104 Staff|2021-12-28T14:37:39-06:00December 28th, 2021|Local News|Comments Off

Geary County to get new interchange as part of KDOT program

Gov. Laura Kelly and Transportation Secretary Julie Lorenz announced earlier this month the addition of 25 highway modernization and expansion projects totaling $750 million. It’s part of the 10-year Eisenhower Legacy Transportation program. Locally, it includes a new interchange planned at Interstate 70 and Taylor Road, west of Junction City. The Kansas Department of Transportation [...]

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By B104 Staff|2021-12-28T12:12:58-06:00December 28th, 2021|Local News|Comments Off

Miranda Lambert Pens New Song for “Queer Eye,” Supports LGBTQ Community

Miranda Lambert is celebrating Texas and the LGBTQ community with her new song “Y’all Means All,” which she recorded for the new “Queer Eye” season that launches Friday on Netflix. The show’s new season was filmed in...

By B104 Staff|2021-12-28T08:28:38-06:00December 28th, 2021|Music, Music News|Comments Off

Watch: Chris Young Surprises Dad With New Truck

Chris Young notched one of the best years of his career on country radio in 2021. His Kane Brown duet “Famous Friends” was a multi-week No. 1 song and among the year’s most-played songs on country radio – and CMT. Young shared his success this Christma...

By B104 Staff|2021-12-27T20:30:49-06:00December 27th, 2021|Music, Music News|Comments Off

Maddie & Tae’s Taylor Dye Placed On Bed Rest, Tour Postponed

Maddie & Tae fans will have to wait a little longer than expected to see the duo on the road. On Monday, Maddie & Tae revealed on social media that Taylor Dye, who announced her pregnancy in November, is on bed rest per her doctor’s orders. “...

By B104 Staff|2021-12-27T19:54:03-06:00December 27th, 2021|Music, Music News|Comments Off

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