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RCPD Assistant Director Kurt Moldrup to retire
MANHATTAN (KSNT) – Kurt Moldrup, assistant director with the Riley County Police Department (RCPD), will be retiring after spending nearly 40 years in law enforcement. The RCPD announced in a press release Wednesday, July 3 that Moldrup will be retiring from his position in the department on Jan. 1, 2025. He has spent more than […]
Manhattan woman injured after 2-vehicle crash
RILEY COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just after 11:30a.m. Tuesday in Riley County. According to the Riley County Police department activity report Laura Zill, 61, Manhattan, failed to yield the right of way to Glady Schroeder, 84, Manhattan at the corner of Claflin Road and Wreath Avenue in Manhattan.
RCPD Assistant Director Moldrup announces retirement
MANHATTAN - After more than thirty-nine years serving the Riley County community, Riley County Police Department, Assistant Director, Kurt Moldrup, has announced his retirement, effective January 1, 2025. In March 1985, AD Moldrup started his career with the Riley County Police Department. He has worked in both the patrol and...
Two local men arrested for violating Offender Registration Act
Two local men were arrested on Tuesday for violating the offender registration act. 49-year-old Damon Brown of Ogden was arrested for the first time on that charge, being charged with four counts. He remains confined in the Riley County Jail on a bond of $20,000. 49-year-old Michael Vazquez of Manhattan...
Riley County Arrest Report July 3
The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. DAMON ALAN BROWN, 49, Ogden, Violate offender registration act; 1st conviction; non-person x4; Bond $20,000. MICHAEL ANTHONY VAZQUEZ, 49, Manhattan, Violate offender registration...
With more rain in forecast, Flood Watch issued for Topeka and vicinity
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - With more rain in the forecast, the National Weather Service office in Topeka has issued a Flood Watch for much of northeast and east-central Kansas. The Flood Watch is scheduled to be in effect from 5 p.m. Tuesday through Wednesday morning in Shawnee, Douglas, Franklin, Geary, Lyon, Morris, Osage, Wabaunsee, Jackson, Jefferson, Pottawatomie and Riley counties.
Battle of the Badges Blood Drive to take place next week in Manhattan
MANHATTAN, Kan. (WIBW) - The 21st annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive is set for next week in Manhattan. First-responders in Riley County will take part in the annual event, which features what organizers called a “friendly competition to determine who can recruit the most blood donors.”. The...
Local students experience hands-on adventures in STEM program
Jul. 2—USD 383's Summer STEM program came to a close Thursday after three weeks of providing hands-on experiences to local students. More than 200 kids participated in three activities of their choosing, each one lasting about a week. They flew drones, coded robots, built race cars, performed crime scene investigation, learned food science, developed critical thinking through games and more. ...
21st Annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive in Manhattan
Riley County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is proud to announce its participation in the 21st Annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive, set to take place in Manhattan on July 11 and 12. This annual event fosters camaraderie among local first responders through a friendly competition to determine who can recruit the most blood donors. “Riley County PD won last year, and we’re ready to bring the trophy home to EMS where it belongs,” said David Adams, Riley County EMS Director. “We encourage everyone in the community to come out, donate blood, and support their favorite first responders.” In addition to the satisfaction of contributing to a lifesaving cause, donors will receive a commemorative Battle of the Badges t-shirt while supplies last. To participate, schedule an appointment to donate by visiting www.RedCrossBlood.org, using the Blood Donor App, or calling 1-800-RED-CROSS. Be sure to use the sponsor code ManhattanKS to register for this event.
Arson blamed for $50,000 apartment fire early Monday in Manhattan
MANHATTAN, Kan. (WIBW) - A fire early Monday at an apartment building in Manhattan has been ruled an arson, Riley County Police officials said. The blaze was reported around 6:44 a.m. Monday at a three-story apartment building in the 2500 block of Stagg Hill Road, on the southwest side of Manhattan.
Riley County Arrest Report July 1
The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. LYLE ARTHUR PHINNEY, 72, Manhattan, Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner; Bond $500. SARAH ELIZABETH NORRIS, 32, Manhattan, Aggravated battery;...
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