Tuesday night marked the 105th season debut for the Manhattan Municipal Band. Although, a little later than normal, due to being rained out of its first three scheduled concerts between May 26 and June 3. The hour-and-a-half performance featured Anna Wimmer, music teacher at Rock Creek Middle School, playing the piccolo in “Wrenn Polka” while Devon [...]
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All eyes will be on the Riley County Commission Thursday as the board considers a possible veto of a Manhattan workforce housing project. In a Wednesday newsletter to its members, the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce reiterated its support for the project and urged the county to support the project. “We would be disappointed if [...]
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The U.S. Army announced the closings of several museums on posts throughout the country, including Fort Riley. Fort Riley has three museums: the First Infantry Museum, the Cavalry Museum and General Custer’s House. It is not yet announced how many of its museums will close. The Center of Military History began a consolidation project to [...]
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By Rose Gruenbacher A Manhattan man was sentenced to serve 10 years Tuesday, for sex crimes against a child. Riley County District Court judge Grant Bannister sentenced Nathan Terpstra, 32, with a maximum total time to serve of 10 years and two months, with lifetime post-release supervision. He’s already served one year and 20 days [...]
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Another Manhattan teenager has been arrested in connection to an April armed robbery. Riley County Police on Monday charged 17-year-old Kamryn Machor with aggravated robbery. The charge stems from an April 11 incident in the 1500 block of Pipher Lane where a 16-year-old boy claims he was robbed at gunpoint. Two other teens were arrested [...]
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The McCain Performance Series returns to K-State this September with numerous entertainers and musicals. Season tickets are on sale with discounts from 10-20% for a package for seven or more events. Single tickets for most shows will be available July 21 for online sales and July 23 for in-person and phone sales. Those interested in [...]
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BBQs and block parties are how the city celebrates Manhattan Day. Hotdogs and buns were donated by Hy-Vee, Dillons and Walmart and distributed by the Flint Hills Breadbasket to encourage neighborhood cookouts. President of the Eugene Field Neighborhood Association Tim Lindemuth said the day is more than just hotdogs. To view the full article visit [...]
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The RCPD are investigating a series of thefts reported across Manhattan on June 9, 2025, involving stolen vehicles, construction equipment, and tools. The first incident was reported at approximately 7:48 a.m. in the 500 block of Pilsbury Drive, where Energy Center Manhattan Pool reported a dump trailer stolen. The estimated value of the trailer was [...]
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By Emma Loura Surrounded by the peaceful backdrop of water fountains and colorful flowers in K-State’s botanical garden, party guests sipped gin and tonics while socializing before dinner on Friday night. The summer soirée showcased the hard work of K-State’s gardeners and raised money for the future of horticulture. “This is our 150th anniversary of [...]
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Authorities are investigating the drowning of a six-year-old girl at Milford Lake. Deputies with the Geary County Sheriff’s Office responded around 5 p.m. Monday to a medical call at the swim beach near the splash pad and south boat ramp at Milford State Park. The girl was then transported to Stormont Vail Flint Hills where [...]
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