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A front-row look at the post-construction state of the Ninth and Thurston intersection. (Photo courtesy of the City of Manhattan)
Residents voice their opinions on recent construction
In honor of the 9/11 tragedy, first responders assist in giving away shoes to those in need in the Manhattan community. (Photo Courtesy of the Flint Hills Volunteer Center)
Volunteers and first responders give back in remembrance of 9/11
Dr. Amir Bahadori observes student project work in the nuclear engineering program’s lab. (Photo courtesy of Kelsie Jones)
K-State researcher studies long-term effects of radiation exposure in the workplace
Conservative speaker Charlie Kirk appeared at K-State Sept. 13, 2024 for his “You’re Being Brainwashed" tour. He debated students on various political issues. (Archive photo by Cole Bertelsen)
Conservative figure Charlie Kirk assassinated at university event
(Photo courtesy of Crawford County Sheriff’s Office)
K-State football player arrested for drug charges, dismissed from team
President Linton unveils renderings for the Anderson Hall renovations included in the 2025-2030 Campus Master Plan. The new exterior is modeled after the old look of the building from the 20th century. (Lilly Crist | Collegian Media Group)
Top takeaways from President Linton’s 2025 State of the University Address
President Linton unveils renderings for the Anderson Hall renovations included in the 2025-2030 Campus Master Plan. The new exterior is modeled after the old look of the building from the 20th century. (Lilly Crist | Collegian Media Group)
Top takeaways from President Linton’s 2025 State of the University Address
K-State head soccer coach Mike Dibbini sits on the sideline during at game at Buser Family Park. Dibbini stepped down as head coach after the 2024 season. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)
Mike Dibbini stepping down as K-State soccer head coach
K-State students pack Bramlage Coliseum March 24, 2024, with a sold-out crowd. The Wildcats hosted the first weekend of the 2023-24 NCAA Tournament. (Archive Photo by Avery Johnson | COLLEGIAN MEDIA GROUP)
BREAKING: K-State lands five-star Jordan Speiser commitment
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
Dr. Amir Bahadori observes student project work in the nuclear engineering program’s lab. (Photo courtesy of Kelsie Jones)
K-State researcher studies long-term effects of radiation exposure in the workplace
Concerned bystanders await updates about the recent swatting incident at Hale Library. (Photo Courtesy of Dawson Wagner)
K-State becomes victim of swatting incident
Graphic by Haley Smith
“Save A Life” station provides Narcan on campus
Construction of the Bilbrey Family Event Center is underway. The building is expected to complete construction in September. (Photo courtesy of Kansas State)
A New Frontier | K-State pursues extensive agricultural development
Team Cooked discusses their game plan before the Tech Bowl begins.
Black engineers society hosts K-State’s first Academic Tech Bowl
Students battle seasonal allergies, Lafene aids the fight
Students battle seasonal allergies, Lafene aids the fight
A front-row look at the post-construction state of the Ninth and Thurston intersection. (Photo courtesy of the City of Manhattan)
Residents voice their opinions on recent construction
In honor of the 9/11 tragedy, first responders assist in giving away shoes to those in need in the Manhattan community. (Photo Courtesy of the Flint Hills Volunteer Center)
Volunteers and first responders give back in remembrance of 9/11
(Photo courtesy of Crawford County Sheriff’s Office)
K-State football player arrested for drug charges, dismissed from team
The community gathered in City Park to watch as the Budweiser Clydesdales were hitched to their carriage.
Budweiser Clydesdales visit Manhattan
Previously known as Shot Stop in Aggieville, the space next to Yard Bar has been closed for renovations.
New nightclub in Aggieville recently announced
Graphic by Haley Smith
“Save A Life” station provides Narcan on campus
(Photo courtesy of Crawford County Sheriff’s Office)
K-State football player arrested for drug charges, dismissed from team
Manhattan man released on $10,000 bond after alleged stabbing
Manhattan man released on $10,000 bond after alleged stabbing
Illustration by Haley Smith and Ashly Sites
Counterfeit bills surface at local businesses, primary suspect identified
Police monitor the hectic Ratone Street, as people gather and partake in Fake Patty’s Day festivities.
‘We’re not the enemy’ | A recount of Fake Patty’s Day
RCPD arrested a string of individuals for purchasing unlabeled marijuana flower from CBD stores in Manhattan and around Kansas. Among the arrests was David Ince, owner of CBD American Shaman in Manhattan.
Unpacking CBD | Analyzing Federal and Kansas THC laws
Former K-State men’s basketball star Michael Beasley smiles on the sideline at Bramlage Coliseum on Saturday. Beasley, a former No. 2 overall NBA Draft pick, returned to Manhattan for the Wildcats’ Sunflower Showdown win over rival Kansas. He was arrested Sunday morning at the Manhattan airport for marijuana possession.
Former Wildcat’s basketball player arrested for marijuana possession
Trump signs an executive order in Capital One Arena on Jan. 20, 2025. Trump signed 35 orders in his first week. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)
First Week in Office | Trump signs record-high number of executive orders
President Donald Trump was sworn in on Jan. 20, 2017 at the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C. He holds his left hand on two versions of the Bible, one childhood Bible given to him by his mother, along with Abraham Lincoln’s Bible. (Photo courtesy of The White House)
Former President Trump to return to White House
House candidate Angel Roeser and Senate candidate Brad Starnes celebrate their simultaneous lead in the Kansas general election on Nov. 5.
Kansas Remains Red | Election results at the state, local level
Kansas House | Roeser wins District 67
Kansas House | Roeser wins District 67
Swing State | AP calls Trump win in North Carolina
Swing State | AP calls Trump win in North Carolina
Swing State | Trump leads Michigan
Swing State | Trump leads Michigan
Kansas State Football Head Coach Chris Klieman looks at his team on the field as the set up for the next drive against Army on 9.6.25. The Wildcats fell to Army, 21-24.
Looking lost
After 23 seasons being "The Voice of the Wildcats", Wyatt Thompson is inducted into the Soloman High School hall of fame on Sept. 5.
From Solomon to the spotlight
Offensive lineman Dalton Risner holds the family block, prepared to bolt out before the start of the K-State football game against Oklahoma State in Bill Snyder Family Stadium on Oct. 13, 2018. The Wildcats defeated the Cowboys 31-12. (Archive Photo by Meg Shearer | Collegian Media Group)
Wildcats in the NFL | Best performances from opening week of the season
Jerand Bradley is tackled near the end zone by the Army defense. The play was further reviewed and did not result in a touchdown.
Know Your Opponent | Wildcats vs Wildcats in the desert
Disappointed with the outcome, a Kansas State fan puts his head in his hands after Army takes the lead during the fourth quarter. The Wildcats would fall to Army 24–21.
Drained and defeated
The K-State volleyball team cheers from the sideline after a successful defensive play against North Carolina State. The Cats won 25-21 in the third set to sweep the match.
Wildcats Sweeps NC State with nine-set winning streak
Kansas State Football Head Coach Chris Klieman looks at his team on the field as the set up for the next drive against Army on 9.6.25. The Wildcats fell to Army, 21-24.
Looking lost
Offensive lineman Dalton Risner holds the family block, prepared to bolt out before the start of the K-State football game against Oklahoma State in Bill Snyder Family Stadium on Oct. 13, 2018. The Wildcats defeated the Cowboys 31-12. (Archive Photo by Meg Shearer | Collegian Media Group)
Wildcats in the NFL | Best performances from opening week of the season
Jerand Bradley is tackled near the end zone by the Army defense. The play was further reviewed and did not result in a touchdown.
Know Your Opponent | Wildcats vs Wildcats in the desert
Disappointed with the outcome, a Kansas State fan puts his head in his hands after Army takes the lead during the fourth quarter. The Wildcats would fall to Army 24–21.
Drained and defeated
Kansas State punter Simon McClannan (8) rears back to punt the ball during the opening drive against North Dakota on August 30, 2025.
Week 1 in Big 12 doesn’t go as expected
Kansas State quarterback Avery Johnson (2) gazes up into the stands during the game against North Dakota on August 30, 2025.
Know Your Opponent | K-State looks to improve as Army comes to town
K-State students bring the magic doom during free throws of the women's game against Baylor in Bramlage Coliseum on Feb. 25. The Wildcats fell, 79-62.
Year in Review | Top 10 K-State sports moments from 2024-25 school year
Forward Temira Poindexter (2) and guard Jaelyn Glenn (3) congratulate guard Serena Sundell (4) after going and-1 on a layup. Sundell went 4-for-5 on free throws in the win against Creighton on Nov. 14, 2024 at Bramlage Coliseum.
Sundell drafted by WNBA’s Seattle Storm, Poindexter signs with Phoenix
Gisela Sanchez walks down the court. The Wildcats defeated Milwaukee 111-46 in Bramlage Coliseum on November 20, 2024.
K-State women’s basketball earn transfer commit, lose two more players to the portal
(Left-to-right) Jaelyn Glenn (3), Ayoka Lee (50), Serena Sundell (4), Eliza Maupin (21) and Zyanna Walker (1) huddle during a break in play during the first quarter against Texas Tech. The Wildcats went on to defeat the Red Raiders, 77-57, following a blizzard of points in the third quarter on Jan. 4.
K-State women lose 4 to transfer portal, Ayoka Lee to forgo WNBA Draft
K-State sophomore guard Taryn Sides side-fives during warmups with fellow sophomores Zyanna Walker and Imani Lester ahead of the Sweet 16. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)
Passing the Torch | K-State believes next era of women’s basketball is ready
K-State seniors Serena Sundell (4) and Ayoka Lee (50) encourage each other during K-State's Sweet 16 loss to No. 1 seed USC on March 29, 2025 in Spokane, Washington. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)
What’s next for K-State’s Ayoka Lee and Serena Sundell?
Graphic Courtesy of K-State Athletics
K-State Men’s Basketball Releases Roster for 2025-2026 Season
K-State students bring the magic doom during free throws of the women's game against Baylor in Bramlage Coliseum on Feb. 25. The Wildcats fell, 79-62.
Year in Review | Top 10 K-State sports moments from 2024-25 school year
K-State's Cartier Diarra, Kamau Stokes and the team celebrate against Kentucky in the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament Sweet Sixteen at Philips Arena in Atlanta, Georgia on March 22, 2018.
Looking Back | Late-night March magic carries K-State to upset Kentucky in 2018 
K-State head Coach Jerome Tang celebrates in the student section following a 70-67 victory over No. 16 Cincinnati to open Big 12 Conference play. Tang enters his fourth year in Manhattan next winter.
Who should K-State target in the transfer portal?
Guard Dug McDaniel looks towards opponent on defense as the Wildcats lost 73-57 against the Cyclones in the regular-season finale on March 8 at Bramlage Coliseum.
K-State guard Dug McDaniel enters transfer portal
Head coach Jerome Tang works with center Ugonna Onyenso (34) after Onyenso drew a foul against the Houston Cougars on Jan 11. Onyenso played 21 minutes in the 87-57 loss at Bramlage Coliseum. He transferred after his lone season in Manhattan.
K-State centers Baye Fall, Ugonna Onyenso enter transfer portal
Shintaro Inoue reaches home after driving in a pair of runs with his ninth homer of the year at Tointon Family Stadium on May 11.
K-State baseball smashes record, claims series over No. 12 West Virginia 
K-State players storm the field at Tointon Family Stadium after an 8-7 walk-off win over No. 12 West Virginia on Friday.
K-State baseball completes series-opening walk-off over No. 12 WVU
K-State students bring the magic doom during free throws of the women's game against Baylor in Bramlage Coliseum on Feb. 25. The Wildcats fell, 79-62.
Year in Review | Top 10 K-State sports moments from 2024-25 school year
Keegan O'Connor shows the Wildcat symbol to the crowd after hitting a home run. The Wildcats defeated UCF 8-6 on April 13 at Tointon Family Stadium.
K-State baseball slugs in series winner over BYU
Lefty Lincoln Sheffield follows through the pitch and watches the ball. The Wildcats defeated Texas Tech 5-4 on March 30 at Tointon Family Stadium.
Know Your Opponent | K-State goes for back-to-back series wins in Big 12 play at BYU
Lefty Lincoln Sheffield follows through the pitch and watches the ball. The Wildcats defeated Texas Tech 5-4 on March 30 at Tointon Family Stadium.
K-State falls in heartbreak to Nebraska for 9th straight road loss
Sophomore forward for K-State, Hannah Palmer celebrates after scoring a goal against Portland State on Aug. 17. Palmer has two career goals and first of the season. (Photo courtesy of Ashton Todd)
K-State Soccer Remains Undefeated After Red-Hot Start to Season
K-State students bring the magic doom during free throws of the women's game against Baylor in Bramlage Coliseum on Feb. 25. The Wildcats fell, 79-62.
Year in Review | Top 10 K-State sports moments from 2024-25 school year
K-State soccer announces its new head coach Colleen Corbin. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)
K-State announces 2nd head soccer coach in program history
K-State head soccer coach Mike Dibbini sits on the sideline during at game at Buser Family Park. Dibbini stepped down as head coach after the 2024 season. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)
Mike Dibbini stepping down as K-State soccer head coach
Sophomore Jo Sees runs after the ball to take it back from Utah. The Wildcats fell to Utah 2-1 on Oct. 10 at Buser Family Park.
K-State soccer goes winless on Arizona road trip
Defenders Marques Sigle (21) and, Austin Moore (41) and Austin Romaine (45) swarm a Cowboy during K-State's 42-20 win over Oklahoma State on Sept. 28.
From the Locker Room | No. 17 K-State discusses Colorado win, WVU matchup
The K-State volleyball team cheers from the sideline after a successful defensive play against North Carolina State. The Cats won 25-21 in the third set to sweep the match.
Wildcats Sweeps NC State with nine-set winning streak
The K-State volleyball team comes together in celebration after gaining a point. The wildcats secured a 3-0 win against BYU on October 26th in the Morgan Family Arena. (Archive Photo by Jersey Johnson | Collegian Media Group)
K-State returns core of senior class looking forward to a big year
Outside hitter Aliyah Carter prepares for a serve at Morgan Family Arena during the 2024 season. Carter finished her K-State career first in the rally-scoring era with a.n average of 3.92 kills per set.
K-State volleyball star Aliyah Carter starts pro career in France
Outside hitter Aliyah Carter goes for a kill against No. 18 TCU on Nov. 15. Carter led the Wildcats in kills en route to a ranked upset sweep.
Carter notches Big 12 honor as K-State VB sweeps No. 18 TCU
K-State volleyball huddles during its matchup with Baylor on Nov. 13. K-State lost in a sweep
No. 17 Baylor sweeps K-State volleyball
K-State libero Ella Larkin serves up the ball in a matchup against Houston on Sept. 25. The senior transfer leads the Wildcats defensively with a team-high 4.45 digs.
Sand to the Hardwood | Ella Larkin’s unique volleyball journey returns home
K-State students bring the magic doom during free throws of the women's game against Baylor in Bramlage Coliseum on Feb. 25. The Wildcats fell, 79-62.
Year in Review | Top 10 K-State sports moments from 2024-25 school year
K-State decathlete Emil Uhlin flashes the signature Wildcats hand sign at a track and field event. Uhlin, a native of Sweden has adjusted to life in Manhattan with help from teammates and coaches. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)
Leap of Faith | Emil Uhlin’s transcendent journey from Sweden to K-State T&F
High jump star Scott Sellers is inducted into the K-State Hall of Fame. A three-time NCAA champion, Sellers was a part of a 10-individual class honored on Aug. 31, 2024.
‘Truly an Honor’: K-State T&F star Scott Sellers details Hall of Fame induction
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
K-State cheerleaders perform at the 1974 Homecoming game. (Photo courtesy of the K-State Alumni Association)
Student Homecoming Committee prepares for 110th Homecoming anniversary
After 23 seasons being "The Voice of the Wildcats", Wyatt Thompson is inducted into the Soloman High School hall of fame on Sept. 5.
From Solomon to the spotlight
Graphic by Haley Smith
“What, like it’s hard?”: Manhattan Arts Center Takes on “Legally Blonde: The Musical”
Manhattan Brewing Company and Jackalope Bookstore partner to put on their second Grown-Up Book Fair on Sept. 20 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Graphic courtesy of Jackalope Bookstore Facebook)
Good times are brewing at upcoming Grown-Up Book Fair
A bird sits atop Kedzie Hall at sunset. (Archive Photo by Mason Swenson)
Eyes to the Sky | K-State’s Bird Watching Club takes flight on campus
Mesa Collection Boutique is a women's boutique offering clothing, shoes, accessories, and small gift items located in Downtown Manhattan. The boutique is particularly known for their K-State themed attire.
A K-State student’s guide to shopping in Manhattan for the perfect ‘Wildcat wardrobe’
After 23 seasons being "The Voice of the Wildcats", Wyatt Thompson is inducted into the Soloman High School hall of fame on Sept. 5.
From Solomon to the spotlight
Natalie McCosh poses for brand photos for Sweet Pieces small business. (Photo courtesy of Natalie McCosh)
Spotlight | Sweet Pieces by Natalie
Working in Manhattan | Student worker profiles
Working in Manhattan | Student worker profiles
More than Surviving | Manhattan Veteran finds love, peace and opportunity after war
K-State libero Ella Larkin serves up the ball in a matchup against Houston on Sept. 25. The senior transfer leads the Wildcats defensively with a team-high 4.45 digs.
Sand to the Hardwood | Ella Larkin’s unique volleyball journey returns home
K-State decathlete Emil Uhlin flashes the signature Wildcats hand sign at a track and field event. Uhlin, a native of Sweden has adjusted to life in Manhattan with help from teammates and coaches. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)
Leap of Faith | Emil Uhlin’s transcendent journey from Sweden to K-State T&F
A Show Raised from the Dead | 'Daredevil: Born Again'
A Show Raised from the Dead | ‘Daredevil: Born Again’
The Return of Tron | A legacy of CGI masterpieces to return to theaters
The Return of Tron | A legacy of CGI masterpieces to return to theaters
Make it Count | Manhattan’s to-do list before graduation
Recently appointed Miss K-State 2025, Ashlynn Brady represents Sigma Kappa sorority. (Photo courtesy | Ashlynn Brady)
Miss K-State competition celebrates women across campus
K-State Union Program Council hosted the Midwest Princess: Drag Show on April 12, 2025, at McCain Auditorium. The annual Drag Show is sponsored by SAGA and UPC.
‘Bottom versus top’ | Annual K-State Drag Show rallies community to protect minorities
Members of AT450 - Showcase of Excellence Event Planning pose for group photo. (Photo courtesy of Natalie Peterson)
PREVIEW | K-State’s Showcase of Excellence puts fashion studies students in the spotlight
Graphic by Haley Smith
Music’s newest best friend
Graphic by Haley Smith
The Top Five Songs of Summer 2025
Editors’ Picks | Songs of summer
Editors’ Picks | Songs of summer
Ross Lynch throws up a Powercat during The Driver Era performance at Bramlage Coliseum on April 11.
The Driver Era kicks off collegiate tour at K-State 
UPC hosts ‘The Driver Era’ in Bramlage Coliseum 
UPC hosts ‘The Driver Era’ in Bramlage Coliseum 
Editors’ Picks | Songs of March  
Editors’ Picks | Songs of March  
REVIEW | The Avery Johnson Strawberry Lemonade goes hard — literally
REVIEW | The Avery Johnson Strawberry Lemonade goes hard — literally
Looking for late night grub? Here’s the best Manhattan Kansas food for all hours of the night.
Looking for late night grub? Here’s the best Manhattan Kansas food for all hours of the night.
Cold Stone Creamery offers buy-on-get-one free for college students after 7 pm on Tuesdays.
Coldstone Creamery | A hot spot for Tuesday night sweet treats
The drive-thru of 151 Coffee is bustling with customers on a Friday morning. 151 Coffee is a coffee chain that recently opened a location in Manhattan, KS.
REVIEW | 151 Coffee: served with a smile
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Recipe | Spicy Guacamole Dip
Recipe | Dairy-Free Raspberry Chipotle Black Bean Dip
Recipe | Dairy-Free Raspberry Chipotle Black Bean Dip
Doin' It Knight | Issue 4: Walk Softly
Doin’ It Knight | Issue 4: Walk Softly
Doin' It Knight | Issue 3: Tip of the Spear
Doin’ It Knight | Issue 3: Tip of the Spear
Comic by Jacob Bush | COLLEGIAN MEDIA GROUP
Doin’ it Knight | Issue 2: Through the Trees
Comic by Jacob Bush | COLLEGIAN MEDIA GROUP
Doin’ It Knight | Issue 1: This Glittering Band
Construction of the Bilbrey Family Event Center is underway. The building is expected to complete construction in September. (Photo courtesy of Kansas State)
A New Frontier | K-State pursues extensive agricultural development
Number 5, Shintaro Inoue, and number 35, Andrew Evans hug after their pregame handshake at Tointon Family Stadium on Saturday, April 12. The Wildcats clinched the series against after winning 8-6 on Sunday, April 13.
K-State baseball clinch series against UCF
Construction of the Bilbrey Family Event Center is underway. The building is expected to complete construction in September. (Photo courtesy of Kansas State)
A New Frontier | K-State pursues extensive agricultural development
Number 5, Shintaro Inoue, and number 35, Andrew Evans hug after their pregame handshake at Tointon Family Stadium on Saturday, April 12. The Wildcats clinched the series against after winning 8-6 on Sunday, April 13.
K-State baseball clinch series against UCF
A fashion show was held on a stage in the middle of Aggieville showcasing western wear from different vendors. The Grand Drive at the Aggieville Business District took place at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 5.
Showdown cattle show celebrates 5th year in Aggieville
A Black Mass protester displays an inflammatory sign at counter-protesters outside the Capitol on March 28. The groups were kept on opposite sides of a barrier controlled by law enforcement.
Satanists’ Black Mass sparks Catholic counter-protest at Capitol
Guards Jaelyn Glenn (3) and Zyanna Walker (1) celebrate with a chest bump after Glenn drew a critical and-1 during the UCF game at the Big XII Tournament on March 6, 2025.
No. 20 K-State advances to Big 12 quarterfinals with win over UCF
K-State forward David N'Guessan shoots during K-State's win over Colorado on Sunday. The super senior finished with 21 points, eight rebounds, and two steals.
K-State snaps losing streak, N’Guessan hits milestone in commanding win over Colorado 
Doin' It Knight | Issue 4: Walk Softly
Doin’ It Knight | Issue 4: Walk Softly
Doin' It Knight | Issue 3: Tip of the Spear
Doin’ It Knight | Issue 3: Tip of the Spear
Comic by Jacob Bush | COLLEGIAN MEDIA GROUP
Doin’ it Knight | Issue 2: Through the Trees
Comic by Jacob Bush | COLLEGIAN MEDIA GROUP
Doin’ It Knight | Issue 1: This Glittering Band
Doin’ it Wright | #4
Doin’ it Wright | #4
Doin' it Wright | #3
Doin’ it Wright | #3
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
Graphic by Haley Smith
Case’s Corner | A brief case of conspiracy
Graphic by Haley Smith
A brief case of propaganda
Graphic by Haley Smith
A brief case of intros and language
A Show Raised from the Dead | 'Daredevil: Born Again'
A Show Raised from the Dead | ‘Daredevil: Born Again’
The Return of Tron | A legacy of CGI masterpieces to return to theaters
The Return of Tron | A legacy of CGI masterpieces to return to theaters
The Stoic on Campus | How ancient philosophy relates to student life
Graphic by Haley Smith
Music’s newest best friend
Graphic by Haley Smith
REVIEW: The Life of Chuck
A Show Raised from the Dead | 'Daredevil: Born Again'
A Show Raised from the Dead | ‘Daredevil: Born Again’
The Return of Tron | A legacy of CGI masterpieces to return to theaters
The Return of Tron | A legacy of CGI masterpieces to return to theaters
REVIEW | ‘Sinners’
REVIEW | ‘Sinners’
REVIEW | ‘Invincible’ Season 3
REVIEW | ‘Invincible’ Season 3
Graphic by Haley Smith
Case’s Corner | A brief case of conspiracy
Graphic by Haley Smith
A brief case of propaganda
Graphic by Haley Smith
A brief case of intros and language
The Bookmark | ‘The Poppy War’ by R. F. Kuang
The Bookmark | ‘The Poppy War’ by R. F. Kuang
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The Bookmark | “The Door of No Return” by Kwame Alexander
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The Bookmark | ‘The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue’
A train car with "No More Stolen Sisters" graffiti artwork in Manhattan on Feb. 5. "No More Stolen Sisters" is a movement and campaign that advocates for the safety of Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit people. The campaign is a response to the violence and discrimination that Indigenous women face. (Photo courtesy of Wittney Hammeke)
Letter to the Editor | No more stolen sisters
After reading about Zoe Schumacher's search for a kidney donor, Ian Naughton decided to share his experience as an organ donor. (Photo courtesy of Ian Naughton)
Letter to the Editor | Let’s find a kidney donor for Zoe — and normalize living donation
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
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Letter to the Editor | Strengthening our community
Letter from the Editor: Collegian website outage report, Dec. 28, 2023
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A front-row look at the post-construction state of the Ninth and Thurston intersection. (Photo courtesy of the City of Manhattan)

Residents voice their opinions on recent construction

Diana Piedra, staff writer • September 10, 2025

The recent reconstruction on the roads at Ninth and Thurston took nearby residents by surprise. Kody Helms said the parking and general travel paths of nearby residents are negatively affected. Helms,...

Manhattan Brewing Company and Jackalope Bookstore partner to put on their second Grown-Up Book Fair on Sept. 20 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Graphic courtesy of Jackalope Bookstore Facebook)

Good times are brewing at upcoming Grown-Up Book Fair

Emma McAtee, staff writer • September 10, 2025

Manhattan Brewing Company and Jackalope Bookstore, a pop-up store, are coming back, hosting their second Grown-Up Book Fair on Saturday, Sept. 20. Located on Poyntz Ave., MBC is an event open to all ages. According...

The community gathered in City Park to watch as the Budweiser Clydesdales were hitched to their carriage.

Budweiser Clydesdales visit Manhattan

Katey West, staff writer • September 3, 2025
The Budweiser Beer Wagon paraded through Aggieville last week.
Former Kansas State Baseball Head Coach, Dave Baker, talks about the impact of the Green Book during a tour of the Douglass Community Center at the Yuma Street Cultural Festival on Aug. 31, 2025.

Yuma Street Cultural Festival | Bringing attention to Black history and community

Jolie Shultz, arts & culture editor • September 3, 2025

When thinking of Manhattan, one’s first thought might be to think of The Big Apple — Manhattan, N.Y. While New York is rich in history and culture, The Little Apple is rich with its own.  This...

Arrow Coffee is one of many coffee shops in Manhattan. Only a block from campus they are a popular spot for studying and grabbing a good cup of coffee. (Archive Photo by Sarah Millard | Collegian Media Group)

Arrow Coffee faces threat of closure

Jenna Fiscus, News Editor • August 27, 2025
While it is public knowledge that this local business is facing eviction, they may not have been as blindsided as they felt.
A fashion show was held on a stage in the middle of Aggieville showcasing western wear from different vendors. The Grand Drive at the Aggieville Business District took place at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 5.

Showdown cattle show celebrates 5th year in Aggieville

Cole Bertelsen, editor-in-chief • April 10, 2025
The Aggieville Showdown inspired a new livestock show modeled after it in Iowa.

More than Surviving | Manhattan Veteran finds love, peace and opportunity after war

Paeton McCarty, staff writer • December 22, 2024
After serving in the Korean War, Dr. Paul Bullock returned to civilian life with the help of his wife and free college.
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

Toby Hammes, sports editor • August 30, 2024
There is no better time to call the Little Apple home.
Furniture Amnesty Day was held in City Park in 2022. This year the event is being held 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 26. (Courtesy photo)

Annual Furniture Amnesty Day held in City Park

Adilae Hollister, staff writer • July 26, 2024
Furniture Amnesty Day allows local residents to donate old furniture and shop the donated furniture for free.
People of Manhattan shop Kasha Schlicht's pop-up shop, The Birdhouse Thrift, at the Little Apple Vintage Flea on April 27. (Photo courtesty of Kasha Schlicht)

K-State student entrepreneur runs vintage pop-up shop

Kaitlynn Faber, arts and culture editor • May 2, 2024
Kasha Schlicht runs her business, The Birdhouse Thrift, with sustainability, affordability and quality at the forefront.
One of the areas affected by potholes in Manhattan is Sunset Avenue. The City of Manhattan is not compensating students for the damage caused by the potholes.

Manhattan road conditions strain students’ wallets and heighten safety concerns

Kyra Case, Jersey Johnson, and Sarah Conner • May 2, 2024
Some students feel they should be compensated for car damages.
In the entrance of the Aggieville Garage, a sign displays the parking rates. Currently, parking is free from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday due to recent construction in Aggieville.

Aggieville Parking Garage offers free weekday parking for limited time

Kyra Case, staff writer • April 25, 2024
Parking is available to the public 24 hours a day while construction occurs.
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