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Sen. Moran introduces bill to help military bases...

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2025/07/18

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran, R-Kan., introduced a bill last week that would allow military base commanders to enter agreements with local officials. Moran is co-chair of the Senate Defense Communities Caucus. The legislation would expand the authority of Department of Defense base commanders to enter into intergovernmental service agreements (IGSA) in their local communities. IGSAs [...] The post Sen. Moran introduces bill to help military bases partner with communities appeared first on News Radio

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Hydrogen deposit located in Riley County

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2025/07/18

By Rose Gruenbacher Southeastern Riley County residents may soon see developments in the area while companies pursue natural hydrogen deposits. Interim county counselor Jacob Hansen said in Thursday’s Riley County Commission meeting that someone from the Wabaunsee County government called him, saying a large hydrogen deposit was found which borders Wabaunsee County but is mainly [...] The post Hydrogen deposit located in Riley County appeared first on News Radio KMAN.

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Manhattan ranks 8th in debt among Kansas 1st-class...

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2025/07/18

By Ned Seaton Manhattan’s level of debt carried by the city government ranks 8th-highest among the 26 largest cities in Kansas, according to a Mercury analysis of statewide data. By population, Manhattan is the 9th-largest city in the state. The city’s “total bonded indebtedness,” according to data obtained by The Mercury from the Kansas League [...] The post Manhattan ranks 8th in debt among Kansas 1st-class cities appeared first on News Radio KMAN.

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BHS Construction to begin Hampton Inn project

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2025/07/12

A new hotel project in Manhattan’s Aggieville district will begin construction on Monday. In a Friday news release, BHS Construction announced it plans to start the Hampton Inn project at 12th and Laramie Street. City officials in January approved $20 million in bonds for the hotel along with an amended development agreement with Midtown Land [...]The post BHS Construction to begin Hampton Inn project appeared first on News Radio KMAN.

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City to consider revenue neutral rate, lease...

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2025/07/12

The Manhattan City Commission will consider several items when it meets Tuesday for its first legislative meeting in nearly a month. In a state-required step, city officials will consider a resolution to exceed the calculated revenue-neutral rate of 51.156 mills for the 2026 budget. That figure is the minimum required to generate the same amount [...] The post City to consider revenue neutral rate, lease agreement for downtown garage and Wareham incentives appeared first on News Radio KMAN.

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RCPD Report: 7/12/25

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2025/07/12

The Riley County Police Department responded to a series of incidents in Manhattan over the past few days, including injury accidents, drug-related offenses, and domestic disturbances. Among the notable cases, officers arrested 26-year-old Nathan Eugene Miller Ayalla of Manhattan twice on July 11. His first arrest occurred early in the morning for aggravated burglary, domestic [...] The post RCPD Report: 7/12/25 appeared first on News Radio KMAN.

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The Game – 7/11/25

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2025/07/11

On today’s edition of The Game, Troy and Cole go over the newest headlines for the NCAA tournament and NIL enforcement, as well introduce another K-State classic for Cole to watch and ask the age old question: Are the Royals doing okay? Hour 1 Segment 1 – NIL enforcement could hinder deals for players Segment [...] The post The Game – 7/11/25 appeared first on News Radio KMAN.

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One injured in Wamego-area fight; witnesses sought

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2025/07/11

The Pottawatomie County Sheriff’s Office Friday morning issued a press release in an attempt to find witnesses to a fight in rural Wamego on July 3. One person was taken to an area hospital for their injuries when the sheriff’s office responded to a report from an injury from a fight at a party in [...] The post One injured in Wamego-area fight; witnesses sought appeared first on News Radio KMAN.

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Manhattan property tax rate middling among major...

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2025/07/11

By Ned Seaton The property tax rate paid by Manhattan residents again ranks in the middle of the pack for comparable Kansas cities, according to data obtained by The Manhattan Mercury. Manhattan’s rate — which combines the taxes levied by the city government, the county government and the local public school system — ranks 14th [...] The post Manhattan property tax rate middling among major Kansas cities appeared first on News Radio KMAN.

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A Chinese-owned company owns farmland near Fort...

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2025/07/11

A Chinese company owns 160 acres of farmland just a mile and a half from Fort Riley as the crow flies. Is that a problem? President Donald Trump thinks so. The land is three parcels near I-70 in Geary County, according to records obtained by The Mercury. The plots are unassuming — some fields, greenhouses, [...] The post A Chinese-owned company owns farmland near Fort Riley. Federal officials think that’s bad appeared first on News Radio KMAN.

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RCPD Report: 7/11/25

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2025/07/11

Joseph Hodges, 50, of Manhattan, was arrested on July 10, 2025, at approximately 3:51 p.m. at 1001 S. Seth Child Road for a no-bond Pottawatomie County warrant on failure to appear. Hodges is still confined in the Riley County Jail at the time of this report. Christopher Sims, 33, of Junction City, KS, was arrested [...] The post RCPD Report: 7/11/25 appeared first on News Radio KMAN.

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Within Reason with Mike Matson 07/11/2025: Andrew Von...

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2025/07/11

Andrew von Lintel is one of the nine candidates seeking one of three spots up for election on the Manhattan City Commission this fall. Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Stream the show live weekday mornings at 9am: https://www.youtube.com/@NewsRadioKMAN. Click here to listen on Apple Podcast. Click here to listen on Spotify. The post Within Reason with Mike Matson 07/11/2025: Andrew Von Lintel, Manhattan City Commission Candidate appeared first on News Radio KMAN.

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Funding cuts may limit availability of local after...

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2025/07/11

Local families who rely on the Boys and Girls Club of Manhattan for could be forced to find other options for after school programming amid recent federal cuts to social programs. The organization is a 21st Century Community Learning Center (21st CCLC), a federally funded program that provides academic enrichment and other services to students, [...] The post Funding cuts may limit availability of local after school programming appeared first on News Radio KMAN.

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RCPD Report: 7/6/25

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2025/07/06

Two individuals were arrested in Riley County over the weekend, according to the latest report from the Riley County Police Department. Early Sunday morning, 47-year-old Daniel Alan Lindsey of Manhattan was taken into custody around 1:39 a.m. in the 2400 block of Tuttle Creek Boulevard. He was arrested on probable cause for driving under the [...]The post RCPD Report: 7/6/25 appeared first on News Radio KMAN.

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RCPD Report: 7/5/25

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2025/07/05

Three individuals were arrested by the Riley County Police Department on July 4, according to the latest arrest report. Erick Lamont Smith, 60, of Ogden, was taken into custody just before 11 p.m. and remains confined at the Riley County Jail. He faces charges of criminal damage to property under $1,000 and domestic battery involving [...] The post RCPD Report: 7/5/25 appeared first on News Radio KMAN.

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RCPD Report: 7/4/25

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2025/07/04

Four individuals were arrested in Riley County between July 3 and July 4, 2025, according to the latest police reports. Brandon Charles Mallon, 26, of Manhattan, was taken into custody at 2:47 a.m. on July 4 for driving under the influence at a Kwik Shop on Anderson Avenue. His bond was set at $750. On [...] The post RCPD Report: 7/4/25 appeared first on News Radio KMAN.

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Within Reason with Mike Matson 07/03/25: Eric Reid,...

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2025/07/03

Eric Reid leads the public school system in Manhattan and Ogden. On today’s show, he joins Mike to break down the district’s mission of educating and supporting students. Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Stream the show live weekday mornings at 9am: https://www.youtube.com/@NewsRadioKMAN. Click here to listen on Apple Podcast. Click here to listen on Spotify. The post Within Reason with Mike Matson 07/03/25: Eric Reid, USD 383 Superintendent appeared first on News Radio KMAN.

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RCPD Report: 7/3/25

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2025/07/03

Manhattan, Kan. – Donte Long, 24, of Manhattan was arrested on a Kansas Department of Corrections warrant for probation violation on July 2, 2025, at approximately 6:25 a.m. Long was issued no bond and remains confined in the Riley County Jail at the time of this report. Eleanor Fisher, 49, of Manhattan was arrested on [...] The post RCPD Report: 7/3/25 appeared first on News Radio KMAN.

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RCPD Report: 6/29/25

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2025/06/29

Multiple incidents were reported by the RCPD over the weekend of June 28-29, 2025, including thefts, domestic disturbances, and a kidnapping arrest. Among the cases was the arrest of Ivan Krdzic, 36, of Santa Rosa, California. Krdzic was taken into custody in the 100 block of E. Poyntz Avenue on June 28. He faces multiple [...]The post RCPD Report: 6/29/25 appeared first on News Radio KMAN.

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RCPD Report: 6/28/25

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2025/06/28

The RCPD responded to multiple incidents on June 27 and early June 28, including a mix of traffic accidents, battery, domestic violence, drug-related activity, and DUI arrests. Among the notable incidents, officers were called to three injury crashes — one at Claflin Road and Westloop Place, another in the 11000 block of Anderson Avenue, and [...] The post RCPD Report: 6/28/25 appeared first on News Radio KMAN.

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