Flint Hills Discovery Center unveils bison sculpture

If you see a 13,000-pound bison around Manhattan, don’t panic — it’s the Flint Hills Discovery Center’s newly installed sculpture outside the main entrance. “Vigilance” by Kansas artist Alan Tollakson features a bison cow and calf pairing carved from solid limestone, and is intended to serve as a lasting symbol of the region, its ecology [...]

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2027 police budget to increase by 1.76%

The Riley County Law Enforcement Agency Board on Monday approved a 1.76% increase for the 2027 budget in a 6-1 vote. The total budget will be $30.44 million — an increase of $106,074 from the 2026 budget. The Manhattan city government pays 80% of the budget and the Riley County government pays 20%. Both agencies [...]

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26-year-old arrested on criminal damage, interference charges

A Manhattan man was arrested Monday evening following a report of criminal damage to property and interference with law enforcement, according to the Riley County Police Department. Officers filed the report at approximately 7:48 p.m. June 15, 2026, in Manhattan. A 46-year-old woman was listed as the victim, while a known 26-year-old man was identified [...]

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Topeka man sentenced to 18 years for murder attempts

A Topeka man will spend 18 years in prison after a Riley County District Court sentenced him Monday for multiple crimes, including two counts of attempted murder. Dontreveon Stephon Temple-McGlory, 22, was sentenced to 18 years in custody of the Kansas Department of Corrections for attempted murder, 4 years 11 months for a second count [...]

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RCPD seeks information after e-bike theft in Manhattan

The Riley County Police Department is investigating the theft of a bicycle reported Sunday morning in Manhattan. Officers filed a report of theft of property or services at approximately 6:32 a.m. June 14, 2026, in the 300 block of North Fifth Street. A 73-year-old man was listed as the victim after it was reported an [...]

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Severe storm threat returns Wednesday; hot temperatures expected this week

esidents across northeast Kansas could see multiple rounds of thunderstorms over the next several days, with the greatest potential for severe weather arriving Wednesday afternoon and evening, according to the National Weather Service in Topeka. Forecasters say there is a chance for showers and thunderstorms Monday night, followed by slightly warmer conditions Tuesday with highs [...]

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Road work coming to Westwood Road, Fort Riley Boulevard

Drivers should prepare for upcoming traffic delays and detours as the city prepares for two asphalt maintenance projects later this month. Bayer Construction will begin a one-week mill and overlay project on Westwood Road from Fort Riley Boulevard to Oak Street on Monday. The city expects work to wrap up around June 22 depending on [...]

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Road work coming to Westwood Road, Fort Riley Boulevard

Drivers should prepare for upcoming traffic delays and detours as the city prepares for two asphalt maintenance projects later this month. Bayer Construction will begin a one-week mill and overlay project on Westwood Road from Fort Riley Boulevard to Oak Street on Monday. The city expects work to wrap up around June 22 depending on [...]

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Motorcyclist seriously injured in Wabaunsee County crash

A Newton man suffered serious injuries Saturday afternoon in a motorcycle crash in rural Wabaunsee County, according to the Kansas Highway Patrol. The crash occurred at approximately 1:35 p.m. June 13 on Old K-4, about 0.8 miles west of Chalk Road. Troopers said Michael Ray Rohr, 65, of Newton, was traveling westbound on a 2024 [...]

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Downtown’s Sinkers Lounge announces closure

By Nathan Gaddie Sinkers Lounge in Downtown Manhattan has officially closed its doors. Anna Amsden Stevens, former Sinkers general manager, took to FaceBook June 5 to announce the news. “Please do not do online bookings as the site has not been closed down,” Stevens said. “If you have booked online and are needing a refund [...]

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