Saturday was No King’s Day, sponsored by Indivisible MHK. This was the third organized protest held by the organization in Manhattan, and attendees lined up on the edge of City Park across from City Hall. Approximately 1,200 residents turned out for the protest.

The protesters represented the wide demographics that make up the city of Manhattan’s residents.

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A Manhattan woman became the final candidate on Monday to enter the race for a seat on the city commission.

Martha Sweeney is an office manager for the K-State rowing team and works alongside her husband Patrick, the long time rowing coach. This is her first attempt at seeking public office.

“I know there’s a lot of polarization in the community, in the country, in the world at the moment, and I want to be involved with my community,” she said. “I really care about Manhattan, and I want to be a part of helping to make decisions that are good for the people.”

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A Manhattan woman became the final candidate on Monday to enter the race for a seat on the city commission.

Martha Sweeney is an office manager for the K-State rowing team and works alongside her husband Patrick, the long time rowing coach. This is her first attempt at seeking public office.

“I know there’s a lot of polarization in the community, in the country, in the world at the moment, and I want to be involved with my community,” she said. “I really care about Manhattan, and I want to be a part of helping to make decisions that are good for the people.”

To view the full article visit theMercury.com.

Click here for more local news.

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