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USD 475 to Replace Equipment, Upgrade Two Playgrounds

Geary County USD 475 plans to replace two of its elementary school playgrounds. Both Sheridan and Eisenhower Elementary School’s playgrounds have been selected for replacement based on the ages of the playgrounds. The project, performed by Noah’s Park and Playground, is planned to begin in late October to early November. The current playgrounds will be [...]

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By B104 Staff|2021-06-10T08:50:41-05:00June 10th, 2021|Local News|Comments Off

RCHD tracking multiple COVID-19 outbreaks, some among USD 383 sports teams

The Riley County Health Department is currently tracking multiple local COVID-19 outbreaks, including some among USD 383 sports teams. “These recent outbreaks illustrate the importance of getting vaccinated,” Riley County health officer Julie Gibbs said. “We are encouraging parents to not only get themselves vaccinated but remind them that children 12 and older are also [...]

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By B104 Staff|2021-06-09T17:15:41-05:00June 9th, 2021|Local News|Comments Off

Pott. County discusses upcoming Fleet Maintenance Facility open house, potential hit to budget

Public Works Fleet Maintenance Facility open house Pottawatomie County is preparing for the upcoming Public Works Fleet Maintenance Facility open house. Public Works engineering aide Janell Ralph says crews are still moving into the building. The open house will be from 2 to 6 p.m. Pottawatomie County entered into an agreement with Schultz Construction of Manhattan [...]

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By B104 Staff|2021-06-09T15:19:30-05:00June 9th, 2021|Local News|Comments Off

Victory Week Leadership Panel Offers Advice for Future

Former and current commanders of Fort Riley joined a virtual panel to discuss leadership both in and out of the military. The event was hosted by the First Division Museum in Cantigny Park in Illinois. Current Commanding General D.A. Simms was asked what advice he would give to the future leaders. Simms says those three [...]

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By B104 Staff|2021-06-09T11:07:22-05:00June 9th, 2021|Local News|Comments Off

Relax with 12 hours of the Dutton Ranch from “Yellowstone”

Here's a content dump I didn't know I needed. If you have not yet jumped on the "Yellowstone" bandwagon, now is the perfect time to get caught up. Season four is coming...soon. Maybe. The expected June 20 premiere date doesn't look likely at this point, as we're 10 days out and haven't had so much [...]

By Chris Swick|2021-06-09T09:43:15-05:00June 9th, 2021|Fence Post|Comments Off

We treat our pets better than ourselves

Happy Pet Appreciation Week! Or, for those of us dog lovers, "Wednesday." A poll conducted by Stella & Chewy's shows that 94 percent of pet owners try to make their pets feel loved on a regular basis. Of which I see no problem. A further two-thirds admit to treating their pets better than even themselves. [...]

By Chris Swick|2021-06-09T09:32:41-05:00June 9th, 2021|Fence Post|Comments Off

Riley County commission approves temporary election hire

Riley County commissioners approved the hiring of a temporary election worker for the upcoming primary election. The primary election is being held for the Manhattan-Ogden USD 383 race due to the number of candidates. County Clerk Rich Vargo says his office was not prepared for a primary election, as one is not typically held for [...]

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By B104 Staff|2021-06-07T20:04:52-05:00June 7th, 2021|Local News|Comments Off

K-State Diversity and Multicultural Affairs AVP Takes Post at TAMU-CC

An assistant vice president of student life for diversity and multicultural student affairs at Kansas State University has been hired as the new V-P for student engagement and success at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi. Adrian Rodriguez served as the lead for the Morris Family Multicultural Center project as well as the K-State DreamZone for DACA program [...]

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By B104 Staff|2021-06-07T13:08:31-05:00June 7th, 2021|Local News|Comments Off

We start taking our health seriously just before 40

When did you really buckle down and start taking your health seriously? For most people, it was time to stop eating so much fried cheese at 39. A recent study showed 42 percent of people decided enough was enough at that age. “When you are young, fit and healthy, being concerned about your health and [...]

By Chris Swick|2021-06-07T11:19:36-05:00June 7th, 2021|Fence Post|Comments Off

Tuttle Creek Lake Association hosts 27th annual youth fishing clinic

There was an educational session at Manhattan City Hall Auditorium on Friday evening, followed by a fishing session at Anneberg Park on Saturday morning. Tera Panfil, Secretary and Treasurer of the Tuttle Creek Lake Association, spoke on the importance of the event to the community. The event was open for youth, age 8-12, and there [...]

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By B104 Staff|2021-06-05T15:22:40-05:00June 5th, 2021|Local News|Comments Off