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Manhattan celebrates life, work of MLK Jr., Bakers recognized
More than 100 area residents celebrated the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Manhattan’s Peace Memorial Auditorium ...

Nick McNamara
Nov 12, 20214 min read


City working on updated bike, pedestrian system plan
Manhattan planners are envisioning a future with improved bicycle and pedestrian routes, including additional bikeways and protected ...

Nick McNamara
Nov 12, 20214 min read


Area legislators react to Medicaid expansion proposal
Manhattan-area legislators are pleased with a Medicaid expansion proposal endorsed by Gov. Laura Kelly and a bipartisan group of state ...

Nick McNamara
Nov 12, 20216 min read


Manhattan officials talk 2020 legislative hopes with legislators
Manhattan officials are hoping the legislature will explore new ways to generate money for bioscience districts. City administration and...

Nick McNamara
Nov 12, 20213 min read


New, re-elected Manhattan commissioners take oath, Reddi chosen as mayor
Newly-elected Manhattan City Commissioners were sworn in and a new mayor was chosen during Tuesday’s legislative session. Linda Morse,...

Nick McNamara
Nov 12, 20213 min read


City of Riley using Ogden as reference for new municipal court
The City of Riley is working to establish its own municipal court based on the model of Ogden’s court. The Riley Countian Newspaper...

Nick McNamara
Nov 12, 20212 min read


Manhattan eyeing Arts in the Park venue upgrades with private funding
Manhattan is considering upgrades to City Park’s Larry Norvell Bandshell, prompted by a local businessman’s financial involvement. Phil...

Nick McNamara
Nov 12, 20213 min read


Utility connection, building permit fees waived for low-income senior housing
Manhattan is waiving more than $90,000 in utility connection and building permit fees for a planned low-income senior living...

Nick McNamara
Nov 12, 20213 min read


Annual Thanksgiving lunch well-attended in 8th year at Old Chicago
In its eighth year at Old Chicago, Manhattan’s annual community Thanksgiving lunch brings out regulars and fresh faces alike. A...

Nick McNamara
Nov 12, 20212 min read


Title IX lawsuit against KSU dismissed
Two plaintiffs in Title IX lawsuits against Kansas State University dismissed their federal suits Tuesday. The dismissal was filed by the...

Nick McNamara
Nov 12, 20211 min read


12th Street traffic in Aggieville remains two-way in redevelopment plans
Manhattan City Commissioners are keen to keep 12th Street between Bluemont and Moro two-way as discussions surrounding potential ...

Nick McNamara
Nov 12, 20214 min read


Manhattan votes to re-open Warner Park Road
Manhattan took the first step toward approving the Warner Memorial Park master plan, which currently envisions a future where Warner Park...

Nick McNamara
Nov 12, 20214 min read


Manhattan removes full ban on smoking, vaping on patios in combined law
Manhattan’s newly combined smoking and vaping ordinance will not completely ban nicotine consumption on bar and restaurant outdoor ...

Nick McNamara
Nov 12, 20213 min read


Manhattan may be on hook for 50 feet of 150 foot wide runway renovation
While still years from becoming a reality, plans for renovations of the eroding Manhattan Regional Airport runway have run into a...

Nick McNamara
Nov 12, 20214 min read


Estabrook to serve jail time, house arrest following DUI plea
A newly elected Manhattan City Commissioner entered a plea deal Tuesday in his DUI case dating back to April, 2019. Commissioner-elect...

Nick McNamara
Nov 12, 20211 min read


Manhattan reworks conference center expansion plan, passes new vaping, smoking restrictions
The cost of the Manhattan Conference Center expansion has risen from originally planned, but city commissioners Tuesday approved a...

Nick McNamara
Nov 12, 20216 min read


Political figures, business among those contributing to Manhattan campaigns
Multiple notable political names and local companies contributed to Manhattan City Commission campaign funds this election cycle. Full...

Nick McNamara
Nov 12, 20212 min read


KDOT, Manhattan to widen sidewalk along FRB over Wildcat Creek
A KDOT project will expand a sidewalk on the northside of a K-18 bridge over Wildcat Creek in partnership with the City of Manhattan....

Nick McNamara
Nov 12, 20212 min read


Long-time Manhattan clerk stepping down from position
Manhattan’s long-time clerk will be stepping down after 18 years on the job, but more than 20 with the city. Gary Fees was promoted to...

Nick McNamara
Nov 12, 20212 min read


Manhattan to remove female toplessness from public nudity law
Aiming to reduce the financial risk from potential lawsuits, Manhattan took the first step toward amending its ordinance prohibiting ...

Nick McNamara
Nov 12, 20213 min read
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