By Bella Zarate

The K-State Gardens welcomed runners and walkers of all ages Saturday for the fifth annual Run for the Roses 5k and 1-mile walk — and if one participant is any indication, the event is as much about community as it is competition.

Marvin Hachmeister, 95, has seen the K-State Gardens go through quite a few changes. He remembers when the grounds were a dairy barn back in 1954. Decades later, he’s still showing up — this time, to run.

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By Nathan Gaddie

Little Apple Pride festivities brought Manhattan’s LGBTQ+ community together over the weekend.

A parade through Aggieville kicked off the event, followed by a festival at City Park. Organizers estimated that 1,000 to 1,500 people showed up in support.

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Police are investigating a vehicle burglary and theft reported Saturday night in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department.

Officers filed a report at approximately 8:09 p.m. April 25th, 2026, in the 1100 block of Bertrand Street. A 20-year-old woman reported that an unknown suspect stole her vehicle. The vehicle was later located and recovered.

Items reported stolen from the vehicle include a camera and two suitcases. The total estimated loss associated with the case is approximately $6,500.

Anyone with information about a crime can contact Crime Stoppers. Using Crime Stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

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The Greater Manhattan Community Foundation’s 14th annual Grow Green Match Day on Wednesday resulted in over $2.9 million going to 102 recipients.

According to the organization’s initial counts, this year’s donations amount to $2,414,237.85, with match funds coming in at $530,000. The 2026 donations reflect an 18.2% increase from last year’s sum. 97 fewer donors participated than 2025, with 1,818 participants contributing to the cause this year.

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Two people were transported to the hospital Thursday evening following a crash in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department.

Officers responded at approximately 5:22 p.m. April 23rd to the area of Sloan Street and Griffith Drive for a reported injury accident. Upon arrival, officers determined that a 2004 Cadillac DeVille driven by Robert Houston, 45, of Manhattan, had collided with a 2022 Ford Escape driven by Michael Noda, 31, of Manhattan.

Houston and a passenger were transported by EMS to Via Christi Hospital for treatment of minor injuries.

Houston was issued citations for failure to yield at a stop sign and no insurance.

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A Manhattan woman was arrested Thursday evening following a reported disturbance, according to the Riley County Police Department.

Officers filed a report at approximately 6:51 p.m. April 23rd, 2026, in the 2100 block of Casement Road for criminal threat, interference with a law enforcement officer and criminal damage to property.

Julia Sue Booher, 24, of Manhattan, was arrested at approximately 8:03 p.m. on charges of criminal threat, interference with a law enforcement officer and criminal damage to property.

Booher was issued a total bond of $10,000 and remains confined in the Riley County Jail at the time of this report.

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Aaron Estabrook is suspending his campaign for the Kansas House of Representatives.

The former Manhattan city commissioner and school board member posted on social media Thursday morning his decision comes after “reflecting on several important factors,” — most notably underlying health concerns and ensuring that he takes necessary time to fully recover and regain his strength.

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Police are investigating a reported fraud case involving an online scam in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department.

Officers filed a report at approximately 10:44 a.m. April 22nd in the 1500 block of Harry Road for theft by deception and identity theft. A 69-year-old man reported that an unknown suspect he met online defrauded him of money and personal information.

The total estimated loss associated with the case is $5,500.

No additional information was immediately released.

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Police are investigating a reported theft case involving a vehicle loan in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department.

Officers filed a report at approximately 11:38 a.m. April 22nd, 2026, in the 2600 block of Anderson Avenue. K-State Federal Credit Union was listed as the victim after it was reported a known 34-year-old man was given a loan for a 2017 Ford truck and then sold the vehicle without paying off the loan.

The total estimated loss associated with the case is $25,000.

No arrests had been reported as of the time of the report.

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