Pottawatomie County health officials say they do not have any confirmed cases of coronavirus in the county. The county is dismissing rumors after Dr. Dave Wichman, Chief of Psychiatry at Colmery O’Neial VA Medical Center criticized the county for a lack of response on COVID-19 from officials. He also mentioned in the open meeting a [...]

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All major Riley County facilities will be closed through the end of April to outside group gatherings. This decision was made by the Riley County commission on Monday. After a department head meeting, HR Manager Cindy Volanti brought the request to the commissioners. “We will be cancelling all access to county office space to outside [...]

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The Riley County District Court is taking additional measures to prevent against the spread of the COVID-19. Judge Grant Bannister issued an administrative order Monday for the courts which will remain open, but with limited services. All jury trials scheduled through April 20, 2020 are continued pending further order from the court. Any juror receiving [...]

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All children 1-18 needing a meal this week will be able to pick up a free to-go lunch at some select USD 383 schools beginning today. This will be offered to anyone regardless of income level. USD 383 Child Nutrition says curb side pick up of hot to-go lunches and a cold breakfast for the [...]

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A Manhattan man is jailed on alleged sexual abuse charges. The Riley County Police Department says 34-year-old Kristopher O’Brion Bailey was arrested around 7 a.m. Saturday on one count of unlawful sexual relations – “teacher with student under the age of 16.” Formal charges are pending from the Riley County Attorney’s office. Bailey was a [...]

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The Manhattan Public Library, like many other public places, announced Saturday a temporary closure until March 30. As a result, any items currently checked out will not be due until April 15 and no fines will be accrued. Items currently on hold will be held until April 6. Patrons are not required during the closure [...]

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Manhattan city officials are urging the public to stay calm amid the growing concerns nationally due to coronavirus. Mayor Usha Reddi issued a statement late Friday outlining her goal to help residents be the most prepared and reduce the risk of exposure. That includes a virtual shut down of city-wide sponsored public events and programs [...]

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*Story updated Saturday after business owners came together to announce Fake Patty’s Day was cancelled Aggieville remains open for business, but no longer are bars going to be offering promotions or wrist band for Fake Patty’s Day amid concerns for the spread of coronavirus. The annual event brings thousands into the district for a celebration, [...]

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(This is a developing story and will be updated) There will be no classes for USD 383 Manhattan/Ogden students for at least the next two weeks. The district on Friday announced a mandatory closure of all district schools until March 30. The 14-day mandate came from the Riley County Health Department. It applies to all [...]

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(This is a developing story and will be updated) There will be no classes for USD 383 Manhattan/Ogden students for at least the next two weeks. The district on Friday announced a mandatory closure of all district schools until March 30. The 14-day mandate came from the Riley County Health Department. It applies to all [...]

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