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KSU/KARA Summer Field Day set

Manhattan, Kansas · Manhattan

KSU/KARA Summer Field Day set

Kansas State University and the Kansas Agribusiness Retailers Association (KARA) are hosting two 2-day Summer Field School sessions on July 8–9 and July 10–11, at the K-State Agronomy Education Center (2213 Agronomy Farm Road), located just north of the K-State football stadium in Manhattan. The field days are the same on the two different dates. This year’s program will spotlight soybean and cotton production, with comprehensive, hands-on sessi…See the Story

Analyst Says Sell XRP Now Before 72% Price Crash To $0.6

Cryptocurrency · Manhattan

Analyst Says Sell XRP Now Before 72% Price Crash To $0.6

XRP remains one of the most actively discussed cryptocurrencies on social media, with expectations that its price has yet to plateau. Things like the Ripple battle with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) coming to an end and Bitcoin expected to resume its uptrend have fueled expectations of the XRP price reaching new all-time highs. However, amid the calls for higher prices, a crypto analyst has warned that a major crash could be on th…See the Story

Sarah Smith Barr named new municipal court judge

Manhattan, Kansas · Manhattan

Sarah Smith Barr named new municipal court judge

City Manager Danielle Dulin announced Wednesday that Sarah Smith Barr was hired as Manhattan’s new municipal court judge, starting this week.See the Story

Five families displaced after Junction City apartment fire

Authorities say no injuries were reported following an apartment fire in Junction City Wednesday afternoon.Manhattan, Kansas · Manhattan See the Story

Manhattan Man Requests to Withdraw Child Sex Crimes Guilty Plea

A Manhattan man’s attorney made a motion to withdraw from his client’s case Wednesday, in order for a motion to withdraw his client’s guilty plea be heard.Clare, County Clare · Clare See the Story

Manhattan coalition hopes to build support for redeveloped riverfront

A project to reshape Manhattan’s riverfront is gaining momentum, but still faces significant hurdles before becoming a reality.Manhattan, Kansas · Manhattan Read Article

Noxious weed department adding more rules for the purchase of chemicals

The Riley County noxious weed department will implement additional guidelines for the purchase of herbicide chemicals. On Thursday, Michael Boller, the director of the Noxious Weed department, said he was working with the Kansas Department of Agriculture on these regulations.Manhattan, Kansas · Manhattan Read Article

County fair season just around the corner

With county fairs arriving soon across Kansas, 4-H youth development specialist Beth Hinshaw explained how 4-H programs help kids discover their passions.Manhattan, Kansas · Manhattan Read Article

Within Reason with Mike Matson 07/03/25: Eric Reid, USD 383 Superintendent

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 ap…Manhattan, Kansas · Manhattan Read Article

K-State Makes Strong Impression on Five-Star Forward Jalen Montonati

Five‑star small forward Jalen Montonati wrapped up his official visit to Kansas State this week and came away impressed by the culture he experienced in Manhattan. Ranked No. 23 nationally in the 2026 class, Montonati arrived on campus Monday and immediately connected with head coach Jerome Tang. Emaw ?? 💜💜 pic.twitter.com/Mz6YnZ5uGM— Jalen Montonati (@JalenMontonati) July 1, 2025 “The visit was great,” he told On3’s Jamie Shaw. “I got ther…Sports · Manhattan Read Article

Planning Board approves replat for Islamic Center expansion project

An expansion project for the Islamic Center of Manhattan is one step closer to being put into place.Manhattan, Kansas · Manhattan Read Article

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