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K-State halts display of stench-emitting ‘corpse flower’
Kansas State University has closed its display of a rare stench-emitting “corpse flower” now that the plant has closed out its first-ever bloom. photo KSU An estimated 1,000 people turned out to see...
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Riley County Arrests June 29
The following summary of calls for service/reports filed by the Riley County Police Department is a portion of those received by police. Some names, addresses, and case details are withheld to follow...
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Young writers read from their work on Friday
This Friday, June 30, participants in the fourth annual Young Writers’ Workshop will read from the work that they have created this week. The reading will take place from 2:30-3:30 p.m. at the Beach...
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Former Kan. Rep. Huelskamp named president of Heartland Institute
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Tim Huelskamp, Ph.D., a former three-term member of Congress and well-known national conservative leader, will become president of The Heartland Institute in July. He will...
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Wamego woman testifies before Senate Ag Committee
WASHINGTON, D.C. – At a hearing today of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, Barbara Downey, owner of Downey Ranch, Wamego, Kan. testified about conservation priorities...
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Firecrackers, family and delicious food: Check out ‘Teatime to Tailgates’
The summer season has arrived and the beloved Fourth of July holiday is right around the corner! This holiday is full of excitement as families and neighborhoods across the U.S. gather to celebrate the...
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Update: Denison/Claflin intersection to open July 5
Update: Denison/Claflin intersection will not open until Wednesday, July 5, due to weather conditions impeding the ability to get the intersection ready for traffic. The City anticipates opening 3/4 of...
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Riley County Arrests June 30
The following summary of calls for service/reports filed by the Riley County Police Department is a portion of those received by police. Some names, addresses, and case details are withheld to follow...
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Sundown Salute set to open Friday evening
The largest free Independence Day festival in the state begins tonight in Junction City at the annual Sundown Salute celebration. This year’s schedule includes a Battle of the Bands at 3 p.m. and a...
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Four incoming K-State students receive Wabash CannonBall Houston Scholarships
The K-State Alumni Association has awarded four scholarships to incoming Kansas State University freshmen through the Wabash CannonBall Houston gala. The Wabash CannonBall gala is an annual black-tie...
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K-State to Add Enhanced Security Screening at Football/Basketball Home Events
K-State Athletics will implement enhanced security screening at all home football and men’s and women’s basketball games beginning in 2017-18 in order to comply with the state’s concealed carry gun...
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Flint Hills Area Transportation Agency hires new Operations Program Coordinator
The Flint Hills Area Transportation Agency has hired Anna Findley to be the Agency’s Operations Program Coordinator. This position provides direct road supervision and oversight of fixed route,...
View Article1 hospitalized after Dickinson Co. rollover crash
DICKINSON COUNTY – One person was injured in an accident just before 3p.m. Friday in Dickinson County. The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2004 Chevy pickup driven by Shelley Marie Torbol, 50...
View ArticlePolice: Woman in crash on Tuttle Creek Blvd. has died
MANHATTAN – A 53-year-old woman injured in an accident just after after noon in Manhattan on Saturday was flown to a hospital in Topeka where she died, according to the Riley County Police Department....
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Manhattan Town Center unveils new indoor play area
A Flint Hills-themed large indoor play area geared toward young children will open to the public this Friday at Manhattan Town Center in downtown Manhattan. The Tooth Story Children’s Play Area will...
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Riley County Arrests July 3
The following summary of calls for service/reports filed by the Riley County Police Department is a portion of those received by police. Some names, addresses, and case details are withheld to follow...
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Veterinarian offers tips for pets’ firework phobias
While the thrill of fireworks blazing in the skies above are a treat for us on the Fourth of July, our furry friends may not be as happy to see this particular holiday come around. Many animals,...
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Celebrate Independence Day in Wamego
Celebrate Freedom in Wamego this Independence Day. It’s an all-day celebration for the whole family. Enjoy fun-filled activities for all ages, a carnival, parade, car show, live music, many food...
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Riley County Arrests July 5
The following summary of calls for service/reports filed by the Riley County Police Department is a portion of those received by police. Some names, addresses, and case details are withheld to follow...
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Combat Aviation Brigade to change command
The 1st Combat Aviation Brigade, 1st Infantry Division, will host a change of command ceremony at 10 a.m. July 7 at the post’s Cavalry Parade Field. Col. John M. Cyrulik will relinquish command to Col....
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