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01/11/2025

Snow hampers first meal at new Common Table location

Due to winter storm conditions, Common Table's inaugural community dinner at the Lincoln Education Center in Manhattan was initially delayed but saw a strong turnout in the following days. The new venue offers convenience and accessibility, with meals provided by local church groups.

01/11/2025

Former Burlington High teacher and wrestling coach sentenced to prison for s*xual abuse

Michael Vander Linden, a former Burlington High School teacher and wrestling coach, was sentenced to 36 months in prison and lifetime registration as a s*x offender for the s*xual abuse of two teens. The case was prosecuted by Coffey County Attorney Wade Bowie following Vander Linden's no contest pl...

01/11/2025

Weekend snowfall unlike anything in more than a century

Winter Storm Blair brought nearly 15 inches of snow to Manhattan, marking the second-largest snowfall in the city’s recorded history, surpassed only by the 18 inches in 1900. According to Kansas Mesonet, this marks the first time in over 100 years Manhattan has received more than 13 inches of snow...

01/11/2025

RCPD Report: 1/11/25

Riley County Police responded to multiple incidents from January 10-11, 2025, including non-injury accidents, battery cases, and larceny. Several arrests were made, including individuals charged with battery, theft, and violation of protection orders. Stay updated with the latest local law enforceme...

01/11/2025

Roeser looks ahead to legislative session, said she has become ‘meticulous’ with words

Angel Roeser said she plans to focus on taxes and education when she begins her term as one of the youngest state reps in the county. Roeser, a Manhattan Republican, was elected to the 67th District seat in November. She replaced two-term representative and former Manhattan mayor Mike Dodson, who st...

01/10/2025

Some Meadowlark staff slept at work, covered shifts after winter storm

Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community staff went above and beyond during a historic winter storm in Manhattan, ensuring residents received care and staff members safely made it to work. Maintenance crews cleared roads, while staff like nurse Jessica Jones transported coworkers through unplowed stree...

01/10/2025

USD 320 affected by PowerSchool breach; USD 383 unaffected

A cybersecurity breach has impacted PowerSchool, the student information system used by many school districts. USD 383 Manhattan-Ogden Schools, which uses Infinite Campus, has not been affected, though PowerSchool is used for human resources purposes. School districts across the country are still re...

01/10/2025

RCPD investigating report of damaged fence at local business

Riley County officers are investigating a report of criminal damage to property after an unknown suspect damaged Affordable Towing's metal fence on January 8, 2025, resulting in an estimated $5,000 loss. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers.

01/10/2025

**Attention Falcon Fans** The wrestling tournament at Rossville for this Saturday, 1/11/25, has been canceled. At this time, they will not be rescheduling this event.

01/10/2025

🏀🏀Games postponed🏀🏀

Tonight's Manhattan High basketball games hosting Topeka High have been postponed. A new date is yet to be determined.

01/10/2025

On Friday's edition of Within Reason with Mike Matson he spoke with State Treasurer Steven Johnson and Manhattan Mayor Susan Adamchak.

Segment 1: 00:00 Segment 2: 10:43 Segment 3: 22:14 Segment 4: 33:29 On Friday’s edition of Within Reason with Mike Matson he spoke with State Treasurer Steven Johnson and Manhattan Mayor Susan Adamchak. Stream the show live weekday mornings at 9am: https://www.youtube.com/.

01/10/2025

Texas man arrested for s*x crimes in Riley County

Abel Gutierrez Jr., 34, from Laredo, Texas, was arrested on January 8, 2025, on charges of aggravated s*xual battery, s*xual battery, and failure to appear. His bond was set at $15,500, and he remains confined in the Riley County Jail.

01/10/2025

One transported to hospital following Friday morning accident on Highway 24

One person was transported to a nearby hospital following a two-vehicle accident on Friday morning in Pottawatomie County. The accident occurred near Highway 24 and Schoeman Road earlier this morning. According to early reports from Pottawatomie County Sheriff Doug Adams, one of the vehicles was on....

01/10/2025

RCPD Report: 1/10/25

Officers filed a report of criminal destruction of property on January 9, 2025, at approximately 12:08 PM in the 1300 block of Pillsbury Drive. Officers list the victim as Affordable Towing when it was reported an unknown suspect damaged their metal fence. Total loss associated with this report is a...

01/10/2025

Highway 24 west of Schoeman Road has been closed due to an injury accident in Pottawatomie County.

Please try to avoid the area as emergency crews are currently at the scene.

01/10/2025

K-State football finds two more needs in the transfer portal.

K-State football continues its hot streak in the transfer portal, hitting double digits in players added as offensive tackle Brandon Sneh and wide receiver Caleb Medford committed to the Wildcats on Wednesday and Thursday respectively. Sneh, who played for Wagner out of the FCS for one season before...

01/09/2025

USD 383 gets donation to install video board at Bishop Stadium
Manhattan-Ogden USD 383 - USD 383: Manhattan High School

Bishop Stadium at Manhattan High School is set to receive a major upgrade with a new video board, funded by community donations and reserved funds from local foundations. The $328,715 project, featuring Daktronics technology, will enhance the game day experience and provide educational opportunities...

01/09/2025

Manhattan-Ogden USD 383 not affected by nationwide cybersecurity breach affecting PowerSchool

A cybersecurity breach has impacted PowerSchool, the student information system used by many school districts. USD 383 Manhattan-Ogden Schools, which uses Infinite Campus, has not been affected, though PowerSchool is used for human resources purposes. School districts across the country are still re...