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‘We’ve come a long way’: Riley County Jail director addresses jail conditions following inmate death
President Linton speaks at the State of the University on Wednesday, Sept. 11. The event is a celebration of the transformational work of the K-State community.
Protester interrupts 2024 State of the University Address
Kansas Grain Sorghum Commission approves 2025 budget
Hibbs was found at 800 and Laramie on the morning of Friday, Aug. 30.
Family says K-State student was attacked walking home from Aggieville
Link Scooters sit parked by Bluemont in 2021. (Archive photo by Benjamin Voller)
Students consider possible return of electric scooters
Paws and Poses: Pilates class for charity
K-State players hold up a "We Own This State" sign following the 31-27 win over the Kansas Jayhawks Nov. 18 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium.
BREAKING: Five-star Linkon Cure commits to K-State
Coach Jerome Tang joins the students in the Wabash at the end of the game against Texas Tech. K-State won the matchup against the Red Raiders on Jan. 21, 2023 at home, 68-58.
BREAKING: K-State lands top-portal prospect Coleman Hawkins
Guard Cam Carter puts his hand up in the "3" sign after hitting a 3-pointer against Iowa State. Carter went 3-8 on 3s in the 65-58 upset, finishing the game with 21 points.
BREAKING: Cam Carter enters transfer portal
President Linton speaks at the State of the University on Wednesday, Sept. 11. The event is a celebration of the transformational work of the K-State community.
Protester interrupts 2024 State of the University Address
Kansas Grain Sorghum Commission approves 2025 budget
Link Scooters sit parked by Bluemont in 2021. (Archive photo by Benjamin Voller)
Students consider possible return of electric scooters
K-State announces $7 million in funding for biomanufacturing facility
The World Religions Festival was held Tuesday, Aug. 27. The event is a celebration of wisdom, faith, and culture.
K-State holds World Religions Festival
Hale Library hosted Purple Pride Putt Putt on Aug. 20. K-State President Richard Linton made an appearance at the event and took a few swings on the mini golf course.
Students play mini golf and discover library services
‘We’ve come a long way’: Riley County Jail director addresses jail conditions following inmate death
Hibbs was found at 800 and Laramie on the morning of Friday, Aug. 30.
Family says K-State student was attacked walking home from Aggieville
Paws and Poses: Pilates class for charity
Road construction projects affect gameday traffic
Road construction projects affect gameday traffic
Monster, an 8-year-old Riley County police K-9, retired after seven years of service because of medical issues. (Photo Courtesy of RCPD)
Police K-9 retires after years of service
Madison Werth, Taylynne Charf and Laci Kirchhoff hike trails around Manhattan to relax after classes. While they’re hoping to find the hidden ticket for $5,000, the benefits from their hike together are rewarding on its own.
Local bank hides ticket for $5,000 on Manhattan area trail
Hibbs was found at 800 and Laramie on the morning of Friday, Aug. 30.
Family says K-State student was attacked walking home from Aggieville
Manhattan company Hi-Tech Interior is the parent company to HTI Residential, located in Wichita.
$120,000 stolen from Manhattan subsidiary
Stolen Prius marks 40th vehicle stolen this year in Riley County
Alleged attempted robbery leaves one woman injured
Alleged attempted robbery leaves one woman injured
Chiefs’ rally shooting sparks gun violence discussion
Chiefs’ rally shooting sparks gun violence discussion
Execution of search warrant leads to three arrests
RFK Jr. suspends campaign and backs Donald Trump
RFK Jr. suspends campaign and backs Donald Trump
A voter drops his ballot into the ballot box at the Riley County Republican Party Presidential Caucus Mar. 5, 2016, at Manhattan High School.
The 2024 Election: A case study on unprecedented times
Unofficial election results for Kansas' Presidential Preference Primary Tuesday.
Biden and Trump win Kansas Presidential Preference Primary
An excerpt from our March 1 paper about the candidates still in the race for Kansas' Presidential Preference Primary.
Unofficial Kansas 2024 Presidential Preference Primary results
Everything to know before the 2024 Presidential Preference Primary
Everything to know before the 2024 Presidential Preference Primary
Three reasons to become politically active
Sophomore forward Jo Sees charges downfield. K-State defeated South Dakota 3-0 in their senior day matchup on Sept. 1.
Late goals plague K-State at No. 7 Memphis
Hitter Liz Gregorski celebrates the point with her teammates. The Wildcats defeated the Horned Frogs in a 5-set thriller 3-2 on Sept. 22 at Morgan Family Arena.
K-State Volleyball swept by tough competition at Creighton Classic
K-State cross country competes among the pack at the 2023 Bob Timmons invite. (Archive Photo by Julia Smith | Collegian Media Group)
Wildcats XC finishes second, third in the season opener
Redshirt freshman Jack Fabris collects the ball en route to K-State's game-changing scoop-and-score. K-State won 34-27 in New Orleans against Tulane on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. (Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics)
Road resolve leads No. 17 K-State past Tulane upset bid
K-State huddles together ahead of its matchup with South Dakota. The Wildcats won 3-0 in their senior day matchup on Sept. 1.
K-State battles to a stalemate against Arkansas State
Camden Beebe at practice during his time as an offensive lineman. Beebe trainsitioned to coaching in 2024 after medically retiring from his playing career. (Photo Courtesy of Camden Beebe)
‘Coach Beebe’: Medical retirement writes new chapter for Camden Beebe
Redshirt freshman Jack Fabris collects the ball en route to K-State's game-changing scoop-and-score. K-State won 34-27 in New Orleans against Tulane on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. (Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics)
Road resolve leads No. 17 K-State past Tulane upset bid
Camden Beebe at practice during his time as an offensive lineman. Beebe trainsitioned to coaching in 2024 after medically retiring from his playing career. (Photo Courtesy of Camden Beebe)
‘Coach Beebe’: Medical retirement writes new chapter for Camden Beebe
Ball State transfer safety Jordan Riley chases down a UT-Martin player in his Wildcat debut. The K-State defense allowed just 98 passing yards and 36 rushing yards in the 41-6 win on Aug. 31, 2024.
K-State tops UT-Martin 41-6 in 2024 opener
After scoring a touchdown, then-sophomore running back DJ Giddens celebrates in the end zone against Central Florida on Sept. 23, 2023, in Bill Snyder Family Stadium.
Three Keys: Instant takeaways from K-State vs. UT-Martin
Head coach Chris Klieman in the game against the University of Houston. K-State won 41-0 on Oct. 28, 2023 in Bill Snyder Family Stadium.
From the Head Coach: Klieman previews FCS foe UT-Martin
Colarado transfer Dylan Edwards poses during his official visit to K-State. Edwards signed to the Wildcats April 30. (Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics)
Know Your Opponent: Wildcats open season against the Skyhawks
Women's basketball transfer Temira Poindexter poses during her official visit. Poindexter was named the AAC Player of the Year at Tulsa in 2023-24. Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics.
Women’s basketball lands Tulsa transfer Temira Poindexter
Head coach Jeff Mittie and center Ayoka Lee are joined by new team-dog Bram at a press conference. Lee and Mittie discussed Lee's process to return to K-State for one more season.
Ayoka Lee and Jeff Mittie discuss Lee’s return for a final season
Guard Gabby Gregory hypes herself and the crowd up during her performance against Colorado during K-State's round of 32 matchup in Manhattan. Gregory transferred to K-State in 2022 and played for two years, becoming a fan favorite among the fanbase.
K-State and Gabby Gregory: The team and player Manhattan rallied behind
After the game, head coach Jeff Mittie, surrounded by guards Jaelyn Glenn and Zyanna Walker and center Ayoka Lee, applauds the Bramlage Coliseum crowd. K-State fell in the round of 32 to Colorado 63-50 in front of a sold-out Bramlage Coliseum.
Wildcats’ season of riches ends in round of 32 loss to Colorado
Guard Zyanna Walker shoots against the Portland Pilots in the round of 64. K-State won 78-65 to advance to the round of 32 where the Wildcats face Colorado.
Know Your Opponent: Bramlage hosts Colorado for battle to the Sweet 16
Ball in hand, guard Gabby Gregory turns away from the basket against Portland in K-State's 78-65 round of 64 victory over the Pilots. Gregory led scoring with a season-high 22 points.
Wildcats land round of 64 win despite turbulence from Portland Pilots
Jacob Pullen being inducted into the K-State Hall of Fame during the 2024 home football opener. Pullen is the Wildcats' all-time leading scorer. (Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics)
Headed for the Rafters: Pullen details induction into K-State Hall of Fame
Michael Beasley drives for a layup against a defender in the BIG3 League. Beasley, a former All-American at K-State, was named the league's 2024 MVP (Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics)
Former MBB star Michael Beasley named BIG3 MVP
Coach Jerome Tang joins the students in the Wabash at the end of the game against Texas Tech. K-State won the matchup against the Red Raiders on Jan. 21, 2023 at home, 68-58.
BREAKING: K-State lands top-portal prospect Coleman Hawkins
Kentucky transfer Ugonna Onyenso poses on his visit to K-State on June 4. He became the Wildcats' eighth portal addition with his commitment. (Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics)
K-State lands Kentucky big man Ugonna Onyenso
Transfer forward Achor Achor poses during his visit to Manhattan. Achor became the Wildcats' second commit on May 16 and seventh overall for the 2024-25 season. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)
Coveted transfer Achor Achor commits to K-State
Head Coach Jerome Tang claps for his players after taking the lead. The Wildcats beat the West Virginia Mountaineers 94-90 Feb. 26 in Bramlage Coliseum.
K-State adds JUCO prospect Chimobi Ikegwuruka
Pitcher Blake Dean walks off the field against BYU on May 18. Dean, a freshman, helped the Wildcats reach the 2024 Super Regionals and will aim to be key to the Wildcats taking the next step.
K-State baseball falls to Virginia in Super Regional
Shortstop Kaelen Culpepper celebrates in the dugout against BYU May 18, 2024. The Wildcats later advanced to the second Super Regional in program history, led by a regional MVP performance from Culpepper.
K-State advances to Super Regional after dominant Fayetteville Regional performance
Reliever JJ Slack celebrates after setting down a BYU batter in the series opener on May 16. The Wildcats set a program-record 21 strikeouts in the victory.
Walk-off and strikeout record highlight series victory over BYU
Closing pitcher Tyson Neighbors pitches the final inning allowing no runs, securing the win for the Wildcats. K-State won against KU 4-2 May 5 at Tointon Family Stadium. This win, combined with the win from Friday, led to the series win of the Sunflower Showdown for the Wildcats.
Baseball drops series at West Virginia
Freshman pitcher Blake Dean celebrates after a clutch out in the Sunflower Showdown. K-State won its third straight series against Kansas May 5, 2024 at Tointon Family Stadium.
K-State baseball wins third straight Sunflower Showdown
Freshman Nick English steps up to bat with his brother, Jake English, behind the plate for Kansas. The Jayhawks won 4-0 in the second game of the Sunflower Showdown.
Jayhawks level Sunflower Showdown 1-1 with shutout performance
Sophomore forward Jo Sees charges downfield. K-State defeated South Dakota 3-0 in their senior day matchup on Sept. 1.
Late goals plague K-State at No. 7 Memphis
K-State huddles together ahead of its matchup with South Dakota. The Wildcats won 3-0 in their senior day matchup on Sept. 1.
K-State battles to a stalemate against Arkansas State
Sophomore forward Morgan Struttmann charges down the field against South Dakota on Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024. Struttmann collected two points in the 3-0 victory.
K-State Soccer dominates South Dakota 3-0
Sophomore forward Ryann Reynolds lines up for a strike against Green Bay on Thursday night. The Wildcats defeated Green Bay 6-1, tying the program record for goals in a single game.
Soccer demolishes Green Bay on home turf, ties program record
Junior keeper Murphy Sheaff reaches for a save in K-State's contest against Gonzaga. The Wildcats fell 2-0 on Sunday. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)
K-State soccer splits Pacific Northwest road trip
USC transfer Jayce Woodward competes in her first contest as a Wildcat. K-State lost to Nevada 2-1 to open the 2024 season. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)
K-State soccer falls to Nevada in season opener
Hitter Liz Gregorski celebrates the point with her teammates. The Wildcats defeated the Horned Frogs in a 5-set thriller 3-2 on Sept. 22 at Morgan Family Arena.
K-State Volleyball swept by tough competition at Creighton Classic
The team rallies together before their match against TCU. The Wildcats defeated the Horned Frogs in a 5-set thriller 3-2 on Sept. 22, 2023 at Morgan Family Arena.
K-State Volleyball salvages opening weekend in tournament finale
Blocker Brenna Schmidt is filled with emotion as she scores a point. The Wildcats defeated the Horned Frogs in a 5-set thriller 3-2 on Sept. 22 at Morgan Family Arena.
Rising to the Occasion: Volleyball players fill big shoes this fall
Aliyah Carter serves the ball against Cincinnati on Sept. 30, 2023 at Morgan Family Arena.
Volleyball’s Clinton-Carter duo returns with high expectations
Coach Jason Mansfield faced against Cincinnati on Sept. 30, 2023 at Morgan Family Arena.
Four new Big 12 members to add ‘balance’ and competition to volleyball
Setter Izzi Szulczewski and middle blocker Brenna Schmidt jump for a block in the upset sweep of Texas, the eventual NCAA champions. In February, The NCAA approved a rule allowing successive contacts for the 2024-25 season.
Change of play: NCAA approves double contacts in volleyball
Twins Eugene and Jaimie Omalla warm up prior to practice. The brothers, who hail from Uganda, make up part of K-State's record breaking 4x400 relay team.
Several K-State track and field athletes train for Olympics
Thrower Monique Hardy participates in the weight throw at the KU-KSU-WSU Triangular on Jan. 12. Hardy set the weight throw school record at the event, reaching 22.13m/72-7.25, eight inches further than her previous best of 21.93m/71-11.5. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics | Austin VanMeter)
A season of success: Thrower Monique Hardy dominates indoor track and field
Freshman Nen Matlock ran in the men's 600-yard, finishing with a time of 1:09.48.
K-State’s new construction Track and Field Complex hosts DeLoss Dodds Invitational
Salute to Service: Larry Booth
Salute to Service: Larry Booth
Letters from Libby: The dangers of perfectionism
Letters from Libby: The dangers of perfectionism
ALBUM REVIEW: Sabrina Carpenter’s ‘Espresso’ was just a ‘Taste’
ALBUM REVIEW: Sabrina Carpenter’s ‘Espresso’ was just a ‘Taste’
Camden Beebe at practice during his time as an offensive lineman. Beebe trainsitioned to coaching in 2024 after medically retiring from his playing career. (Photo Courtesy of Camden Beebe)
‘Coach Beebe’: Medical retirement writes new chapter for Camden Beebe
Monster, an 8-year-old Riley County police K-9, retired after seven years of service because of medical issues. (Photo Courtesy of RCPD)
Police K-9 retires after years of service
Zoe Schumacher (left) and Erin Flax (right) pose in their marching band gear before their performance. Schumacher is in search of a kidney donor. (Photo Courtesy of Zoe Schumacher)
Student looks to K-State’s tradition of family for a kidney donor
Salute to Service: Larry Booth
Salute to Service: Larry Booth
Camden Beebe at practice during his time as an offensive lineman. Beebe trainsitioned to coaching in 2024 after medically retiring from his playing career. (Photo Courtesy of Camden Beebe)
‘Coach Beebe’: Medical retirement writes new chapter for Camden Beebe
Monster, an 8-year-old Riley County police K-9, retired after seven years of service because of medical issues. (Photo Courtesy of RCPD)
Police K-9 retires after years of service
Zoe Schumacher (left) and Erin Flax (right) pose in their marching band gear before their performance. Schumacher is in search of a kidney donor. (Photo Courtesy of Zoe Schumacher)
Student looks to K-State’s tradition of family for a kidney donor
Emmett Spaw's "Three Shot" was produced during a comedy crawl. (Photo courtesy of Emmett Spaw)
Original play by K-State student produced in Kentucky
Following Success: What are the most useful Instagram accounts for new students?
Following Success: What are the most useful Instagram accounts for new students?
REVIEW: ‘Twisters’
REVIEW: ‘Twisters’
REVIEW: ‘X-Men ‘97’
REVIEW: ‘X-Men ‘97’
REVIEW: ‘Invincible’
REVIEW: ‘Invincible’
An iconic theater experience: ‘Dune: Part Two’
An iconic theater experience: ‘Dune: Part Two’
Hide your moms: Yung Gravy to perform at Bramlage Coliseum on April 11
Hide your moms: Yung Gravy to perform at Bramlage Coliseum on April 11
ALBUM REVIEW: Sabrina Carpenter’s ‘Espresso’ was just a ‘Taste’
ALBUM REVIEW: Sabrina Carpenter’s ‘Espresso’ was just a ‘Taste’
Hold Your Horses: Post Malone’s country album isn’t his first rodeo
Hold Your Horses: Post Malone’s country album isn’t his first rodeo
New popular music studies minor now offered at K-State
New popular music studies minor now offered at K-State
REVIEW: ‘The Tortured Poets Department’
REVIEW: ‘The Tortured Poets Department’
Illustration by Riley Scott
Seventeen songs for spring
Editors’ Picks: Songs of March
Editors’ Picks: Songs of March
A new Vietnamese Restaurant, Pho Viet, opens in downtown Manhattan.
REVIEW: Pho-nomenal flavors at Pho Viet
New and upcoming restaurants: A taste of Manhattan’s latest eateries
These are some brownies from the Fischer family's recipe. They're moist, quick and delicious, perfect for college students in a rush and craving a homemade treat.
Sandie Fischer’s Speedy Brownies
Recipes for the big game
Recipes for the big game
RECIPE: Hawaiian Roll Ham and Cheese Sliders
RECIPE: Hawaiian Roll Ham and Cheese Sliders
Culver's opens its doors on Tuesday, January 30 sitting right off of McCall Road. It features double drive-thru lanes and is famous for frozen custard and ButterBurgers.
New Culver’s location overflows with customers: ‘Seeing people together and laughing, that’s why we did this’
Blocker Brenna Schmidt is filled with emotion as she scores a point. The Wildcats defeated the Horned Frogs in a 5-set thriller 3-2 on Sept. 22 at Morgan Family Arena.
Rising to the Occasion: Volleyball players fill big shoes this fall
Aliyah Carter serves the ball against Cincinnati on Sept. 30, 2023 at Morgan Family Arena.
Volleyball’s Clinton-Carter duo returns with high expectations
Zoe Schumacher (left) and Erin Flax (right) pose in their marching band gear before their performance. Schumacher is in search of a kidney donor. (Photo Courtesy of Zoe Schumacher)
Student looks to K-State’s tradition of family for a kidney donor
Senior quarterback Collin Klein holds up the 2012 Big 12 championship trophy after defeating Texas at Bill Snyder Family Stadium. Klein became the Wildcats' second Heisman finalist.
Countdown to Kickoff: Who is the Greatest QB in K-State History?
Hale Library hosted Purple Pride Putt Putt on Aug. 20. K-State President Richard Linton made an appearance at the event and took a few swings on the mini golf course.
Students play mini golf and discover library services
New track and field coach Tara Davis-Woodhall points up in celebration after her competition. (Photo Courtesy of U.S. Track and Field)
Wildcats in the Olympics: Looking at K-State representation in Paris 2024
Blocker Brenna Schmidt is filled with emotion as she scores a point. The Wildcats defeated the Horned Frogs in a 5-set thriller 3-2 on Sept. 22 at Morgan Family Arena.
Rising to the Occasion: Volleyball players fill big shoes this fall
Aliyah Carter serves the ball against Cincinnati on Sept. 30, 2023 at Morgan Family Arena.
Volleyball’s Clinton-Carter duo returns with high expectations
Zoe Schumacher (left) and Erin Flax (right) pose in their marching band gear before their performance. Schumacher is in search of a kidney donor. (Photo Courtesy of Zoe Schumacher)
Student looks to K-State’s tradition of family for a kidney donor
Senior quarterback Collin Klein holds up the 2012 Big 12 championship trophy after defeating Texas at Bill Snyder Family Stadium. Klein became the Wildcats' second Heisman finalist.
Countdown to Kickoff: Who is the Greatest QB in K-State History?
Hale Library hosted Purple Pride Putt Putt on Aug. 20. K-State President Richard Linton made an appearance at the event and took a few swings on the mini golf course.
Students play mini golf and discover library services
New track and field coach Tara Davis-Woodhall points up in celebration after her competition. (Photo Courtesy of U.S. Track and Field)
Wildcats in the Olympics: Looking at K-State representation in Paris 2024
Walk with the Wildcats: A virtual reality tour of Tointon Family Stadium
The west side of Ahearn Field House, located on Denison Avenue and College Heights Road, has been gradually torn down since September 2023. The area will become a green space, but its use moving forward is still up in the air. (Photo courtesy of Dawson Wagner)
Ahearn Field House construction underway
(Photo courtesy of Andrew Smith | Channel 8 News)
Vulgamore and O’Malley win SGA election
The west side of Ahearn Field House, located on Denison Avenue and College Heights Road, has been gradually torn down since September 2023. The area will become a green space, but its use moving forward is still up in the air. (Photo courtesy of Dawson Wagner)
Ahearn Field House construction underway
(Photo courtesy of Andrew Smith | Channel 8 News)
Vulgamore and O’Malley win SGA election
Letters from Libby: The dangers of perfectionism
Letters from Libby: The dangers of perfectionism
An overview of the K-State athletic complexes on a football game day. (Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics)
Toby’s Take: The time is now, choose Manhattan
A new Vietnamese Restaurant, Pho Viet, opens in downtown Manhattan.
REVIEW: Pho-nomenal flavors at Pho Viet
Hold Your Horses: Post Malone’s country album isn’t his first rodeo
Hold Your Horses: Post Malone’s country album isn’t his first rodeo
Senior quarterback Collin Klein holds up the 2012 Big 12 championship trophy after defeating Texas at Bill Snyder Family Stadium. Klein became the Wildcats' second Heisman finalist.
Countdown to Kickoff: Who is the Greatest QB in K-State History?
Letters from Libby: A guide to freshman year
Letters from Libby: A guide to freshman year
ALBUM REVIEW: Sabrina Carpenter’s ‘Espresso’ was just a ‘Taste’
ALBUM REVIEW: Sabrina Carpenter’s ‘Espresso’ was just a ‘Taste’
A new Vietnamese Restaurant, Pho Viet, opens in downtown Manhattan.
REVIEW: Pho-nomenal flavors at Pho Viet
Hold Your Horses: Post Malone’s country album isn’t his first rodeo
Hold Your Horses: Post Malone’s country album isn’t his first rodeo
REVIEW: ‘Twisters’
REVIEW: ‘Twisters’
REVIEW: ‘X-Men ‘97’
REVIEW: ‘X-Men ‘97’
REVIEW: ‘The Tortured Poets Department’
REVIEW: ‘The Tortured Poets Department’
Letters from Libby: The dangers of perfectionism
Letters from Libby: The dangers of perfectionism
An overview of the K-State athletic complexes on a football game day. (Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics)
Toby’s Take: The time is now, choose Manhattan
Letters from Libby: A guide to freshman year
Letters from Libby: A guide to freshman year
Letters from Libby: How a balanced schedule can benefit you going into this summer
Letters from Libby: How a balanced schedule can benefit you going into this summer
Letters from Libby: Getting the most out of your experiences in the final stretch of the semester
Letters from Libby: Getting the most out of your experiences in the final stretch of the semester
Letters from Libby: The pursuit of happiness
Letters from Libby: The pursuit of happiness
Letter to the Editor: College is short — do the most with it and appreciate it
Letter to the Editor: K-State Athletics’ ties to Athletes for Israel disrespects international students
Letter from the Editor: Collegian website outage report, Dec. 28, 2023
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