Elect commissioners who will stand by what they say
To the Editor: How many times have you seen politicians state one thing on the campaign trail and then do something completely different when elected? How many other politicians make flowery speeches...
View ArticleNew definitions of terms used in local politics
To the Editor: Please get out and vote on April 2. Here are some of the frequently used terms (at recent forums) and their new definitions. These should be helpful to you before you vote: ...
View ArticleThanks for assistance with Troop 223 chili feed
To the Editor: On Feb. 23, Boy Scout Troop 223, sponsored by Crestview Christian Church, held its annual Chili and Chili Dog Feast at Pottorf Hall in CiCo Park in an effort to raise funds in support of...
View ArticleIn the footsteps of Francis
One need not be Catholic to get caught up in the tradition and majesty surrounding the election of a new pope. But the election Wednesday of Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio as Pope Francis is...
View ArticleHope expressed that Francis will be a friend to animals
To the Editor: I was delighted to learn that the newly elected pope chose for himself the name of St. Francis of Assisi, generally known as patron saint of the animals. Indeed, Catholic and Anglican...
View ArticleThanks for assistance with Troop 223 chili feed
To the Editor: On Feb. 23, Boy Scout Troop 223, sponsored by Crestview Christian Church, held its annual Chili and Chili Dog Feast at Pottorf Hall in CiCo Park in an effort to raise funds in support of...
View ArticleCats top Cowboys, will play KU for title Saturday
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The matchup is set. Kansas State got past Oklahoma State 68-57 Friday night behind 23 points from Rodney McGruder in the Big 12 Championship semifinal at the Sprint Center. With the...
View ArticleWithout farmers, we’d go hungry
In recent months, farmers and ranchers have been in the spotlight. And, thankfully, it has been a bright and positive one. The Super Bowl included the Dodge Ram commercial featuring Paul Harvey’s...
View ArticleGood plays, with lunch
One of the un-tapped cultural opportunities in Manhattan is the annual spring semester institution called Lunchbag Theater. Acting and directing students put on one-act plays in K-State’s Purple Masque...
View ArticleMummenschanz performance a treat for audience
Mummenschanz, the noted nonverbal theater company, appeared at Kansas State University as a part of the McCain Performance Series on Tuesday. The performance was part of a North American tour of...
View ArticleNuss and McCulloh are in the mold of Kirmser and Grosh
To the Editor: During much of my personal and professional life, I have been surrounded by positive and dynamic role models. I have had the privilege to know women who were smart, community-oriented...
View ArticleAn ode to John Ball
To the Editor: In 2013 let’s take a little trip, along with Colonel Ball ‘n’ the folks of Manhattan-ship ...
View ArticleJankovich needs to be joined by the experienced
To the Editor: If Manhattan is to continue to be a first-class city that serves its citizens well by recognizing the importance of an adequate library, we absolutely must return City Commissioner Rich...
View ArticleBob Strawn will look out for the community first
To the Editor: This is an endorsement letter for Bob Strawn. He is a known quality, having served except-ionally well previously on the City Commission and as our mayor. ...
View ArticleA commissioners makes his choices for commissioner
To the Editor: The city is headed in the right direction on core services and infrastructure. The mill levy, property taxes and debt are still too high and have gone up the past two years. Elect three...
View ArticleWho paves the county roads?
It is an interesting and perfectly reasonable debate to have — as was had at Thursday’s Riley County Commission meeting — whether the county itself or private contractors ought to be doing road-paving...
View ArticleCompeting for grocery sales in a small Kansas town
How does a locally owned, small town grocery store compete in today’s economy? Here’s a formula: “I want to have the cleanest, friendliest store with good value and the best possible service,” said...
View ArticleLocal mentoring programs get funds
Kansas Mentors has given more than $45,000 in funding to 11 mentoring programs to help offset the costs of background checks conducted through the Kansas Bureau of Investigation. HandsOn Kansas State,...
View ArticleWabaunsee High students to compete in state competition
Nineteen entries from Wabaunsee High School qualified for the Kansas Scholastic Press Association state contest May 4 at the University of Kansas. Aaron Mayer, honorable mention, cutline writing. Ian...
View ArticleManhattan High forensics team results
The Manhattan High School forensics team took first place in one tournament and second place in two others in competition so far this semester. The team, which competes in various public speaking and...
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