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Manhattan, Kansas · ManhattanThe new concept includes two baseball fields, two softball fields, concessions facilities, restrooms, eight tennis courts and parking. The overall improvements are projected to cost around $13.5 million paid from a 2017 voter-approved recreation and trails sales-tax fund. City officials also recommended the burial of overhead power lines along Kimball Avenue.See the Story
CiCo Park improvements could nix skate park
Manhattan, Kansas · ManhattanThe open house is April 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m at the Manhattan campus. This is the 55th year of the event, which spotlights Kansas State University's programs and projects. Hands-on activities highlight the upcoming K-State All University Open House.See the Story
K-State's All-University Open House coming April 6
Manhattan, Kansas · ManhattanU.S. Sen. Jerry Moran, R-Kan., announced a $33.5 million grant for aerospace and aviation training at K-State's Salina campus. The federal dollars will help fund a new facility at the Kansas State University Salina Aerospace and Technology Campus. The new on-campus facility will cost $28 million and will focus on aerospace innovation.See the Story
Moran announces $33.5M federal grant for drone facility at K-State Salina
Manhattan, Kansas · ManhattanThe Manhattan Fire Department responded to a structure fire at 1:13 a.m. at 714 Pottawatomie Ave. All occupants had exited the structure before firefighters arrived on scene. 18 firefighters responded on six apparatus. The firefighter who was injured was taken to the hospital and has since been released.See the Story
Family displaced after Manhattan house fire, causes $45K in damage
Manhattan, Kansas · ManhattanThe comprehensive plan is a document that guides growth and development within the county. It includes guidance and recommended regulations for how land can be used for housing, economic development and other forms of growth. The county began updating the comprehensive plan in April 2023. A request for proposals went unanswered because the county only allocated $25,000 toward the project.See the Story
County approves $150K to hire consultant to update Comprehensive Plan
Manhattan, Kansas · ManhattanMcKaine T. Farr, 22, of Wamego, is charged with distribution of a controlled substance causing death. He is accused of distributing fentanyl to Thomas Jackson DeLoach, 18, causing his death. In December 2023, Farr was convicted of the same charge in the death of Jayson Ebert.See the Story