LOCAL NEWS
Two local college graduate students are taking their talents overseas. Kyle Van Horn of Abilene and Christopher Lemon of Belpre have both received 2011 Fulbright U.S. student scholarships to study abroad. Each will head to Germany this fall to teach English as a second language. The Fulbright program aims to increase mutual understanding between the U.S. citizens and those of other countries. It was established under legislation introduce by the late Arkansas Senator J. William Fulbright and is administered by the Institute of International Education.
Fort Riley officials have released an update involving a soldier found dead at approximately 5:30 Monday morning in his barracks room at the Warrior Transition Battalion.
21-year-old Specialist Nathan Conley, an M1 armor crewman, was assigned to the WTB in February. He deployed to Iraq from November 2010 to this past February in support of Operation New Dawn.
Conley’s death is under investigation, and officials have not yet released information on the cause of death.
STATE NEWS
A famous candy company is coming to Kansas. According to the Topeka Capital Journal, Mars Chocolate North America unveiled plans on Wednesday to build a $250 million manufacturing plant in the Kanza Fire Commerce Park south of Topeka. The construction process will begin in August, meanwhile the company hopes to start producing Snickers and M&Ms in late 2013.
NATIONAL NEWS
A homeless teenager in Florida loses possessions in a fire. 17-year-old Jonathan Davis and his family were living at the Vacation Lodge Hotel in Kissimmee due to the toll of his parents losing their jobs in the recession. CBS News says a fire recently burned the family’s temporary home to the ground, turning all the remaining possessions they had into ash. The Davis’ will now look for a new source of living in the area.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Two Hollywood celebrities are calling it quits. People Magazine reports Actors David Duchovny and Tea Leoni have separated. The couple were married for 14 years, including a period in 2008 where they separated and then reunited. Duchovny and Leonia have two children together ages 12 and 9.
SPORTS
Two former Wildcat athletes have been inducted into the Kansas Sports Hall of Fame. Former Kansas State All-American linebacker Mark Simoneau and 2005 All-American Women’s basketball player Kendra Wecker were among the latest induction class. Others included former Jayhawks Raef Lafrentz and Dick Harp.
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
News for Wednesday June 29, 2011
By Dan Page - News Director
LOCAL NEWS
A K-STATE SENIOR WINS A NATIONAL AWARD
Civil Engineering major Rachel Spicer of Shawnee recently received the American Society of Civil Engineer’s Student Leadership Award. The award recognizes leaders in the organization’s student chapter and their involvements as an officer in various activities. The society itself has over 140,000 worldwide members as well as over 300 student chapters.
TRAGEDY STRIKES FT. RILEY
A Fort Riley Soldier was found dead in his barracks room on post Monday. According to the Associated Press, Fort Riley officials indicated late Monday identification of the Soldier is being withheld pending notification of the next of kin. The incident is under investigation. A cause of death has not been announced.
STATE NEWS
Topeka police are investigating two overnight burglaries happening at two businesses in the southwest section of the town. The Topeka Capital Journal reports police say someone pried the doors open, but fled after the alarms sounded. Additional details remain to be released.
Dodge City as well as a few other southwest Kansas communities has voted to ban
fireworks due to an extreme heat wave and continued drought. Previously the city issued a waiver allowing fireworks July 2nd through 4th. The city’s public fireworks display is postponed until a future date.
NATIONAL NEWS
A computer hacker group plans to “cyberattack” several Orlando, Florida government-related websites. The ‘Anonymous’ hackers declare that the attack is a result of an incident in which Orlando police arrested members of a group feeding the homeless. CBS News reports federal agencies around the world have arrested several high-profile young people in response to the attacks.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
A CBS sitcom may kill off its main character. Two and a Half Men creator Chuck Lorre wants to remove character Charlie Harper from the show, to make sure actor Charlie Sheen cannot return. According to sources close to the network, Harper will be killed off with the source of death yet to be determined. The show’s new season will not begin filming until August 5th.
SPORTS
The Kansas City Royals dropped game two of their road series with the Padres last night. After trailing 4-1 through six innings, right fielder Jeff Francoeur hit a solo home run in the top of the seventh to help the Royals try to comeback. The comeback failed again in night number two at Petco Park as the Royals fell 4-2.
College baseball ended last night in Omaha, the South Carolina Gamecocks claimed their second national championship in a row over SEC conference foe, the Florida Gators, 5-2. South Carolina’s second baseman Scott Wingo was named MVP of the entire College World Series. The Gamecocks become the ninth team to repeat as champions in two consecutive years since the Oregon State Beavers did so in 2006 and 2007.
LOCAL NEWS
A K-STATE SENIOR WINS A NATIONAL AWARD
Civil Engineering major Rachel Spicer of Shawnee recently received the American Society of Civil Engineer’s Student Leadership Award. The award recognizes leaders in the organization’s student chapter and their involvements as an officer in various activities. The society itself has over 140,000 worldwide members as well as over 300 student chapters.
TRAGEDY STRIKES FT. RILEY
A Fort Riley Soldier was found dead in his barracks room on post Monday. According to the Associated Press, Fort Riley officials indicated late Monday identification of the Soldier is being withheld pending notification of the next of kin. The incident is under investigation. A cause of death has not been announced.
STATE NEWS
Topeka police are investigating two overnight burglaries happening at two businesses in the southwest section of the town. The Topeka Capital Journal reports police say someone pried the doors open, but fled after the alarms sounded. Additional details remain to be released.
Dodge City as well as a few other southwest Kansas communities has voted to ban
fireworks due to an extreme heat wave and continued drought. Previously the city issued a waiver allowing fireworks July 2nd through 4th. The city’s public fireworks display is postponed until a future date.
NATIONAL NEWS
A computer hacker group plans to “cyberattack” several Orlando, Florida government-related websites. The ‘Anonymous’ hackers declare that the attack is a result of an incident in which Orlando police arrested members of a group feeding the homeless. CBS News reports federal agencies around the world have arrested several high-profile young people in response to the attacks.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
A CBS sitcom may kill off its main character. Two and a Half Men creator Chuck Lorre wants to remove character Charlie Harper from the show, to make sure actor Charlie Sheen cannot return. According to sources close to the network, Harper will be killed off with the source of death yet to be determined. The show’s new season will not begin filming until August 5th.
SPORTS
The Kansas City Royals dropped game two of their road series with the Padres last night. After trailing 4-1 through six innings, right fielder Jeff Francoeur hit a solo home run in the top of the seventh to help the Royals try to comeback. The comeback failed again in night number two at Petco Park as the Royals fell 4-2.
College baseball ended last night in Omaha, the South Carolina Gamecocks claimed their second national championship in a row over SEC conference foe, the Florida Gators, 5-2. South Carolina’s second baseman Scott Wingo was named MVP of the entire College World Series. The Gamecocks become the ninth team to repeat as champions in two consecutive years since the Oregon State Beavers did so in 2006 and 2007.
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
News for Tuesday June 28, 2011
LOCAL NEWS
A FEW K-STATE STUDENTS HAVE CEMENTED THEIR FUTURE
Seniors in construction science and management, Derek Timler of Leawood, Klayton Wilk of Topeka, and Matthew Plummer of Westmoreland each received their Tilt-Up Concrete Technician Certification in May. Each was tested in an examination taken during the Spring 2011 finals week. Tilt-up construction is a construction technique that uses concrete panels that are tilted from horizontal to vertical position using a crane.
THE FIREWORK FRENZY IS ALMOST HERE
Manhattan Firework sales will begin Friday, July 1st at 12:00 p.m. and continue until July 4th at midnight. Fireworks cannot be discharged on city streets and throwing fireworks at people or vehicles is prohibited. A public fireworks display will be held on July 4th at Cico Park with free admission.
STATE NEWS
A Wichita man plead guilty to receiving child pornography from two 14-year-old girls. United States Attorneys say that he could be sent to federal prison for more than 21 years. The Associated Press reports, 26-year-old Shane McClelland says he began communicating with the two girls in early 2010 asking for and receiving photos of their breasts and genitalia through his email. McClelland will be sentenced on September 12th.
NATIONAL NEWS
An Indian woman is suing a major clothing retailer in California. Hani Khan formally worked in the stockroom at Abercrombie and Fitch, in federal court on Monday; CBS News reports that Khan believes she was illegally fired after refusing to remove her, hijab, a Muslim headscarf. Khan is now employed at Hollister, as for Abercrombie and Fitch, they replied to the situation stating that their company does not tolerate discrimination.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
One Hollywood actor took time out of his busy schedule yesterday to jam Alice Cooper. 48-year-old actor Johnny Depp started playing in bands well before his debut on the silver screen. According to E! , Depp says his friend Nicolas Cage suggested he try acting around 20 years ago. Depp joined Cooper on stage at London’s 100 Club performing songs “Schools Out” and “I’m Eighteen”.
SPORTS
The Royals started a three game interleague series on the road last night in San Diego. After trailing 4-1 through five innings, Kansas City attempted a comeback in the top of the sixth in they could only score two runs. The Royals dropped the game 4-3, giving pitcher Jeff Francis an All-time record of 5-13 against the Padres. Both teams go at it again tonight, first pitch at 9:10 CT.
A FEW K-STATE STUDENTS HAVE CEMENTED THEIR FUTURE
Seniors in construction science and management, Derek Timler of Leawood, Klayton Wilk of Topeka, and Matthew Plummer of Westmoreland each received their Tilt-Up Concrete Technician Certification in May. Each was tested in an examination taken during the Spring 2011 finals week. Tilt-up construction is a construction technique that uses concrete panels that are tilted from horizontal to vertical position using a crane.
THE FIREWORK FRENZY IS ALMOST HERE
Manhattan Firework sales will begin Friday, July 1st at 12:00 p.m. and continue until July 4th at midnight. Fireworks cannot be discharged on city streets and throwing fireworks at people or vehicles is prohibited. A public fireworks display will be held on July 4th at Cico Park with free admission.
STATE NEWS
A Wichita man plead guilty to receiving child pornography from two 14-year-old girls. United States Attorneys say that he could be sent to federal prison for more than 21 years. The Associated Press reports, 26-year-old Shane McClelland says he began communicating with the two girls in early 2010 asking for and receiving photos of their breasts and genitalia through his email. McClelland will be sentenced on September 12th.
NATIONAL NEWS
An Indian woman is suing a major clothing retailer in California. Hani Khan formally worked in the stockroom at Abercrombie and Fitch, in federal court on Monday; CBS News reports that Khan believes she was illegally fired after refusing to remove her, hijab, a Muslim headscarf. Khan is now employed at Hollister, as for Abercrombie and Fitch, they replied to the situation stating that their company does not tolerate discrimination.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
One Hollywood actor took time out of his busy schedule yesterday to jam Alice Cooper. 48-year-old actor Johnny Depp started playing in bands well before his debut on the silver screen. According to E! , Depp says his friend Nicolas Cage suggested he try acting around 20 years ago. Depp joined Cooper on stage at London’s 100 Club performing songs “Schools Out” and “I’m Eighteen”.
SPORTS
The Royals started a three game interleague series on the road last night in San Diego. After trailing 4-1 through five innings, Kansas City attempted a comeback in the top of the sixth in they could only score two runs. The Royals dropped the game 4-3, giving pitcher Jeff Francis an All-time record of 5-13 against the Padres. Both teams go at it again tonight, first pitch at 9:10 CT.
Monday, June 27, 2011
News for Monday June 27,2011
LOCAL NEWS
HIGH GAS PRICES CONTINUE TO AFFECT BUSINESS
Associate Director of the Center for the Advancement of Entrepreneurship Chad Jackson says recent prices have created challenges for small businesses. Jackson adds that because of less personal income being spent on goods and services and more on fuel, small businesses are paying higher costs to acquire or manufacture goods. For more information, you can contact Jackson at 785-341-6243.
More than 3,000 students earned semester honors from K-State for their academic performance in the spring 2011 semester. The total is estimated to be near 13% of the school’s population. Recognized students were required to be enrolled in at least 12 semester hours of course work.
STATE NEWS
The Kansas Rules and Regulations Board has rescheduled their meeting on abortion for
Thursday. According to the Topeka Capital Journal, the state Department of Health and Environment needs the board's approval before it can impose the regulations it drafted for abortion providers under a new state law requiring a special licensing process for them. Both the law and the regulations are to take effect Friday.
NATIONAL NEWS
An accident in Pennsylvania leaves a school bus on the side of the road. The bus was transporting children to camp on Sunday afternoon when another vehicle over-corrected in front of it while passing, causing the bus to hit the guardrail and overturn on a rural Pennsylvania interstate. The accident injured nearly two-dozen people and closed the northbound highway lanes for hours.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
TWO HOLLYWOOD CELEBRITIES TIE THE KNOT
British actors Daniel Craig and Rachel Weisz reportedly got married recently, this according to the Associated Press. 43 year old Craig is known for his portrayal as James Bond in each of the most recent bond films, meanwhile 41 year old Weisz won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for “The Constant Gardener”.
SPORTS
The Kansas City Royals closed the door on a series with the Chicago Cubs last night. The Royals got off to hot start scoring four runs in the first inning, while pitcher Luke Hochevar went 5 and 2/3 innings striking out five batters. Joakim Soria came into the game in the ninth and picked up the save, which gave the Royals a 6-3 victory. Kansas city heads to San Diego tonight for series opener with the Padres at 9:05pm.
HIGH GAS PRICES CONTINUE TO AFFECT BUSINESS
Associate Director of the Center for the Advancement of Entrepreneurship Chad Jackson says recent prices have created challenges for small businesses. Jackson adds that because of less personal income being spent on goods and services and more on fuel, small businesses are paying higher costs to acquire or manufacture goods. For more information, you can contact Jackson at 785-341-6243.
More than 3,000 students earned semester honors from K-State for their academic performance in the spring 2011 semester. The total is estimated to be near 13% of the school’s population. Recognized students were required to be enrolled in at least 12 semester hours of course work.
STATE NEWS
The Kansas Rules and Regulations Board has rescheduled their meeting on abortion for
Thursday. According to the Topeka Capital Journal, the state Department of Health and Environment needs the board's approval before it can impose the regulations it drafted for abortion providers under a new state law requiring a special licensing process for them. Both the law and the regulations are to take effect Friday.
NATIONAL NEWS
An accident in Pennsylvania leaves a school bus on the side of the road. The bus was transporting children to camp on Sunday afternoon when another vehicle over-corrected in front of it while passing, causing the bus to hit the guardrail and overturn on a rural Pennsylvania interstate. The accident injured nearly two-dozen people and closed the northbound highway lanes for hours.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
TWO HOLLYWOOD CELEBRITIES TIE THE KNOT
British actors Daniel Craig and Rachel Weisz reportedly got married recently, this according to the Associated Press. 43 year old Craig is known for his portrayal as James Bond in each of the most recent bond films, meanwhile 41 year old Weisz won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for “The Constant Gardener”.
SPORTS
The Kansas City Royals closed the door on a series with the Chicago Cubs last night. The Royals got off to hot start scoring four runs in the first inning, while pitcher Luke Hochevar went 5 and 2/3 innings striking out five batters. Joakim Soria came into the game in the ninth and picked up the save, which gave the Royals a 6-3 victory. Kansas city heads to San Diego tonight for series opener with the Padres at 9:05pm.
Friday, June 24, 2011
News for Friday June 24, 2011
By Dan Page - News Director KSDB-Manhattan "The Wildcat 91.9"
LOCAL NEWS
A Faculty/Staff golf tournament is underway today.
The tournament is being played at Rolling Meadows golf course near Junction City. The event hosts current and retired university staff, visiting professors, graduate assistants, and other full-time employees. For more information on the tournament and others like it you can contact 532-6980.
The Riley County Fire Department responded to a fire near McDowell Creek on Wednesday. The fire started from a tree that had been struck by lightning on Monday and continued to burn 45 acres near the ranch of Frank and Jan Lyons, no injuries were reported.
STATE NEWS
A Topeka man was hospitalized this morning after being shot. According to the Topeka Capital Journal, the shooting took place at 3:30 this morning near central park. The 19 year old victim was taken to Stormont-Vail Regional Health Center where it was determined his wounds were not life threatening.
NATIONAL NEWS
A large earthquake shook a large swath of Alaska’s Aleutian Islands last night. CBS News reports, in result, Alaska state officials issued a tsunami warning for some of the coastal areas. The warning was later cancel after being in affect for only an hour.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
An undercover cop was attacked by Bieber security. TMZ says during an autograph session at a New York City Macy’s Pop singer Justin Bieber became concerned when an man in street clothes rushed towards him so he had security grab him. Little did Bieber know that the man was an undercover policeman there to help with mob issues. No other conflicts occurred after the man identified himself.
SPORTS
As projected Kyrie Irving became a member of the Cleveland Cavaliers last night. Irving was the first overall pick coming before Arizona’s Derrick Williams who was selected second. A total of six Big 12 players were selected in the draft, but K-state’s Jacob Pullen was not one of them. Although undrafted, Pullen’s NBA hopes are not lost as he still has a chance to sign with any interested team as a free agent.
LOCAL NEWS
A Faculty/Staff golf tournament is underway today.
The tournament is being played at Rolling Meadows golf course near Junction City. The event hosts current and retired university staff, visiting professors, graduate assistants, and other full-time employees. For more information on the tournament and others like it you can contact 532-6980.
The Riley County Fire Department responded to a fire near McDowell Creek on Wednesday. The fire started from a tree that had been struck by lightning on Monday and continued to burn 45 acres near the ranch of Frank and Jan Lyons, no injuries were reported.
STATE NEWS
A Topeka man was hospitalized this morning after being shot. According to the Topeka Capital Journal, the shooting took place at 3:30 this morning near central park. The 19 year old victim was taken to Stormont-Vail Regional Health Center where it was determined his wounds were not life threatening.
NATIONAL NEWS
A large earthquake shook a large swath of Alaska’s Aleutian Islands last night. CBS News reports, in result, Alaska state officials issued a tsunami warning for some of the coastal areas. The warning was later cancel after being in affect for only an hour.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
An undercover cop was attacked by Bieber security. TMZ says during an autograph session at a New York City Macy’s Pop singer Justin Bieber became concerned when an man in street clothes rushed towards him so he had security grab him. Little did Bieber know that the man was an undercover policeman there to help with mob issues. No other conflicts occurred after the man identified himself.
SPORTS
As projected Kyrie Irving became a member of the Cleveland Cavaliers last night. Irving was the first overall pick coming before Arizona’s Derrick Williams who was selected second. A total of six Big 12 players were selected in the draft, but K-state’s Jacob Pullen was not one of them. Although undrafted, Pullen’s NBA hopes are not lost as he still has a chance to sign with any interested team as a free agent.
Thursday, June 23, 2011
News for Thursday June 23, 2011
By Dan Page - News Director KSDB-Manhattan "The Wildcat 91.9"
LOCAL NEWS
KSU TEAM USES SOLAR ENERGY FOR COMPETITION
The Solar Boat Club at the Salina campus headed to Iowa earlier this month. The club competed against 20 teams from all over the globe including Mexico and Turkey. The team finished sixth overall in the competition with top 10 finishes in the endurance and sprint events. For more information on the solar boat club, you can contact club president Kenny Ham at kennycnc@k-state.edu
MAN COMMITS BATTERY NEAR DOWNTOWN
A suspect committed an aggravated battery in the vicinity of the Manhattan Town Center mall Wednesday afternoon. Riley County Police department reported that 26-year-old James T. Moore of Manhattan reportedly hit or pushed a woman near the mall, attempted to flee and intentionally hit manager of the pathfinder, Dave Colburn before driving off. Moore’s vehicle was later found and he was tazed before being booked into custody.
STATE NEWS
WOMAN ROBS FOUR BANKS
The Associated Press reports a woman from Moundridge has been indicted of robbing the banks over a two-year span. 51-year-old Vicki Arci will has been held in the Harvey county jail for nearly two weeks on state charges. Arci robbed a bank in Newton on June 9th then later that day attempted to a McPherson bank before her arrest.
NATIONAL NEWS
CONGRESS TALKS ABOUT MARIJUANA
CBS News reports, earlier this month congressman Ron Paul presented legislation to the house to limit the federal government’s role on cross-border smuggling. Paul says the bill is not an attempt to legalize pot, but instead clear up current conflicts.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
POTTER AUTHOR SELLING ONLINE
J.K. Rowling refused for many years to sell e-books of the harry potter series. According to the Wall Street Journal, Rowling will launch an online store and social networking website known as “Pottermore”. Speculators believe it is Rowling’s attempt to hold on to the potter magic after the Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 is released next month.
SPORTS
The Kansas City Royals attempted comeback last night failed, as they fell to 3-2 to Arizona. The Royals had runners on second and third with two outs in the bottom of the ninth when first baseman Eric Hosmer stepped up to plate and hit an infield fly to end the game. The final game of the mid-week series with the Diamondback is tonight, first pitch at 7:10.
Several trade rumors are up in the air today with the start of the NBA draft. The latest includes a trade between the Phoenix Suns that would send guard Steve Nash to the New York Knicks. Several analysts project
Duke guard Kyrie Irving to be selected first overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers tonight at 6pm on ESPN.
LOCAL NEWS
KSU TEAM USES SOLAR ENERGY FOR COMPETITION
The Solar Boat Club at the Salina campus headed to Iowa earlier this month. The club competed against 20 teams from all over the globe including Mexico and Turkey. The team finished sixth overall in the competition with top 10 finishes in the endurance and sprint events. For more information on the solar boat club, you can contact club president Kenny Ham at kennycnc@k-state.edu
MAN COMMITS BATTERY NEAR DOWNTOWN
A suspect committed an aggravated battery in the vicinity of the Manhattan Town Center mall Wednesday afternoon. Riley County Police department reported that 26-year-old James T. Moore of Manhattan reportedly hit or pushed a woman near the mall, attempted to flee and intentionally hit manager of the pathfinder, Dave Colburn before driving off. Moore’s vehicle was later found and he was tazed before being booked into custody.
STATE NEWS
WOMAN ROBS FOUR BANKS
The Associated Press reports a woman from Moundridge has been indicted of robbing the banks over a two-year span. 51-year-old Vicki Arci will has been held in the Harvey county jail for nearly two weeks on state charges. Arci robbed a bank in Newton on June 9th then later that day attempted to a McPherson bank before her arrest.
NATIONAL NEWS
CONGRESS TALKS ABOUT MARIJUANA
CBS News reports, earlier this month congressman Ron Paul presented legislation to the house to limit the federal government’s role on cross-border smuggling. Paul says the bill is not an attempt to legalize pot, but instead clear up current conflicts.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
POTTER AUTHOR SELLING ONLINE
J.K. Rowling refused for many years to sell e-books of the harry potter series. According to the Wall Street Journal, Rowling will launch an online store and social networking website known as “Pottermore”. Speculators believe it is Rowling’s attempt to hold on to the potter magic after the Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 is released next month.
SPORTS
The Kansas City Royals attempted comeback last night failed, as they fell to 3-2 to Arizona. The Royals had runners on second and third with two outs in the bottom of the ninth when first baseman Eric Hosmer stepped up to plate and hit an infield fly to end the game. The final game of the mid-week series with the Diamondback is tonight, first pitch at 7:10.
Several trade rumors are up in the air today with the start of the NBA draft. The latest includes a trade between the Phoenix Suns that would send guard Steve Nash to the New York Knicks. Several analysts project
Duke guard Kyrie Irving to be selected first overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers tonight at 6pm on ESPN.
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
News for Wednesday June 22,2011
LOCAL NEWS
K-STATE WILL AWARD NEW SCHOLARSHIPS IN 2011
The University and Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services have partnered together for nearly 15 years. Thanks to an $80,000 commitment from Chartwells, K-state announces the new Nancy Kassebaum Scholarship. The scholarship will be awarded annually to four freshman enrolled in any curriculum and demonstrate a commitment to public service and a strong desire to continue to work in the realm.
A NEW BUSINESS OPENS UP IN AGGIEVILLE TO THE SMELL OF ONIONS
Cozy Inn hamburgers had their grand opening yesterday on the eastern edge of Aggieville. Within the first hour of business many customers filed into the restaurant to get a taste of the newest food in Manhattan. Cozy Inn grills their burgers right in front of their customers then bags them up to go. The Manhattan location is now the third to open up in Kansas with the other two in Salina and Junction City.
STATE NEWS
A BODY WAS FOUND LAST NIGHT IN KIOWA COUNTY
Kansas Highway Patrol officials identified the victim as Ky Maggard of Haviland. The Topeka capital journal reports Maggard was killed after his pickup truck crashed on a gravel road a mile west of Haviland. Maggard was 14 years of age.
NATIONAL NEWS
A FLOODED CITY IN THE NORTHERN U.S. TO EVACUATE
Thousands of citizens in Minot, North Dakota have until 6pm tonight to leave the town. According to the Associated Press, the Souris River near the city is projected to top the city’s levees within two days. Mayor Curt Zimbelman says crews are focusing efforts on building dikes to protect critical infrastructure such as the sewer system, water plants, schools and city hall.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
AN AMC NETWORK ACTOR SIGNS ON MORE EPISODES
According to Deadline Hollywood, actor Jon Hamm locked into an 8-figure deal for three years making him one of the highest paid cable actors. Hamm stars on the hit 1960s drama “Mad Men” as Don Draper, a talented advertisement executive. Hamm previously had only two years left on his contract.
SPORTS
The Royals opened up a three game series last night versus the Diamondbacks… Arizona lefty Joe Saunders threw seven innings, giving up only two runs to help the d-backs win 7 to 2. Both teams go at it again tonight from the “K” at 7:10pm.
With tomorrow’s NBA draft on mind, K-state’s Jacob Pullen in on the minds of several Wildcat fans. ESPN.com projects Pullen as a either a second round draft pick or undrafted. This spring, Pullen became the career scoring record holder at Kansas State surpassing Mike Evans’ 2,132 points.
K-STATE WILL AWARD NEW SCHOLARSHIPS IN 2011
The University and Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services have partnered together for nearly 15 years. Thanks to an $80,000 commitment from Chartwells, K-state announces the new Nancy Kassebaum Scholarship. The scholarship will be awarded annually to four freshman enrolled in any curriculum and demonstrate a commitment to public service and a strong desire to continue to work in the realm.
A NEW BUSINESS OPENS UP IN AGGIEVILLE TO THE SMELL OF ONIONS
Cozy Inn hamburgers had their grand opening yesterday on the eastern edge of Aggieville. Within the first hour of business many customers filed into the restaurant to get a taste of the newest food in Manhattan. Cozy Inn grills their burgers right in front of their customers then bags them up to go. The Manhattan location is now the third to open up in Kansas with the other two in Salina and Junction City.
STATE NEWS
A BODY WAS FOUND LAST NIGHT IN KIOWA COUNTY
Kansas Highway Patrol officials identified the victim as Ky Maggard of Haviland. The Topeka capital journal reports Maggard was killed after his pickup truck crashed on a gravel road a mile west of Haviland. Maggard was 14 years of age.
NATIONAL NEWS
A FLOODED CITY IN THE NORTHERN U.S. TO EVACUATE
Thousands of citizens in Minot, North Dakota have until 6pm tonight to leave the town. According to the Associated Press, the Souris River near the city is projected to top the city’s levees within two days. Mayor Curt Zimbelman says crews are focusing efforts on building dikes to protect critical infrastructure such as the sewer system, water plants, schools and city hall.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
AN AMC NETWORK ACTOR SIGNS ON MORE EPISODES
According to Deadline Hollywood, actor Jon Hamm locked into an 8-figure deal for three years making him one of the highest paid cable actors. Hamm stars on the hit 1960s drama “Mad Men” as Don Draper, a talented advertisement executive. Hamm previously had only two years left on his contract.
SPORTS
The Royals opened up a three game series last night versus the Diamondbacks… Arizona lefty Joe Saunders threw seven innings, giving up only two runs to help the d-backs win 7 to 2. Both teams go at it again tonight from the “K” at 7:10pm.
With tomorrow’s NBA draft on mind, K-state’s Jacob Pullen in on the minds of several Wildcat fans. ESPN.com projects Pullen as a either a second round draft pick or undrafted. This spring, Pullen became the career scoring record holder at Kansas State surpassing Mike Evans’ 2,132 points.
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
News for Tuesday June 21, 2011
LOCAL NEWS
KSU PROFESSOR TALKS HOUSING PRICES…
According to two studies by Kansas State finance professor Eric Higgins, the best way to help the market is to stop delaying foreclosures. In one of his studies, Higgins says, it takes an average of 17 months for a foreclosure to happen and during that time, the home can be sitting, becoming run down and declining in value. For more information on the studies you can contact Higgins at 785-532-6892.
CONVICTED WOMAN SENTENCED ON MONDAY
45 year old Diane Washam was sentenced to 15 years in prison without probation in Riley County Court yesterday. Washam killed her 88-year old mother in late August and had been diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia.
STATE NEWS
STORMS LAST NIGHT CAUSE INJURIES
State officials in Norton report a family of four received minor cuts and scrapes after a tornado in northwest Kansas destroyed their home near the Nebraska border. At least three tornadoes were spotted in Norton County last night tearing down tree limbs and power lines.
NATIONAL NEWS
On Wednesday, President Obama will announce further plans to withdraw U.S. troops from Afghanistan. CBS News reports the President’s plan will give the Afghani people control of their own security in 2014. After talking to unknown Pentagon officials, The LA Times says an estimated ten thousand service members will be withdrawn this year.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
MTV STAR DIES IN ACCIDENT
Viva La Bam star Ryan Dunn passed away early Monday morning after his 2007 Porsche left the road and burst into flames. Dunn had posted pictures early in the night of he and some friends drinking, which leads many to believe the accident was a result of drunk driving. Dunn was 34 years old.
SPORTS
The Texas Longhorns have been eliminated from the College World Series. The Horns fell to the North Carolina Tarheels last night, 3-0. It was only the second time in school history that the team had been eliminated after playing only two games in the series. Their Big 12 rival, the Texas A&M Aggies face elimination tonight against the Cal Bears.
The Royals kick-off their homestand tonight against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Luke Hochevar will take the mound against Arizona pitcher Joe Saunders. The two teams meet for the first time since 2009 when the D-backs took two out of three. First pitch tonight from Kauffman stadium is set for 7:10.
KSU PROFESSOR TALKS HOUSING PRICES…
According to two studies by Kansas State finance professor Eric Higgins, the best way to help the market is to stop delaying foreclosures. In one of his studies, Higgins says, it takes an average of 17 months for a foreclosure to happen and during that time, the home can be sitting, becoming run down and declining in value. For more information on the studies you can contact Higgins at 785-532-6892.
CONVICTED WOMAN SENTENCED ON MONDAY
45 year old Diane Washam was sentenced to 15 years in prison without probation in Riley County Court yesterday. Washam killed her 88-year old mother in late August and had been diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia.
STATE NEWS
STORMS LAST NIGHT CAUSE INJURIES
State officials in Norton report a family of four received minor cuts and scrapes after a tornado in northwest Kansas destroyed their home near the Nebraska border. At least three tornadoes were spotted in Norton County last night tearing down tree limbs and power lines.
NATIONAL NEWS
On Wednesday, President Obama will announce further plans to withdraw U.S. troops from Afghanistan. CBS News reports the President’s plan will give the Afghani people control of their own security in 2014. After talking to unknown Pentagon officials, The LA Times says an estimated ten thousand service members will be withdrawn this year.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
MTV STAR DIES IN ACCIDENT
Viva La Bam star Ryan Dunn passed away early Monday morning after his 2007 Porsche left the road and burst into flames. Dunn had posted pictures early in the night of he and some friends drinking, which leads many to believe the accident was a result of drunk driving. Dunn was 34 years old.
SPORTS
The Texas Longhorns have been eliminated from the College World Series. The Horns fell to the North Carolina Tarheels last night, 3-0. It was only the second time in school history that the team had been eliminated after playing only two games in the series. Their Big 12 rival, the Texas A&M Aggies face elimination tonight against the Cal Bears.
The Royals kick-off their homestand tonight against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Luke Hochevar will take the mound against Arizona pitcher Joe Saunders. The two teams meet for the first time since 2009 when the D-backs took two out of three. First pitch tonight from Kauffman stadium is set for 7:10.
Sunday, June 19, 2011
News for Monday June 20, 2011
LOCAL NEWS
CAMPUS POLICE CALL A RECENT CAMPAIGN, A SUCCESS
From May 23rd to June 6th, University Police conducted a Click-It- Or-Ticket campaign on campus to raise awareness for traffic safety.
During the campaign, KSU Police reportedly wrote 217 safety belt citations, 18 speeding citations, and 73 others including driving with a suspended license and no proof of liability insurance. A total of 294 vehicle stops were made by the patrol division.
The campaign was supported by a grant from the Kansas Department of Transportation.
AREA CITIZENS MAY HEAR LOUD NOISES WHILE OUTDOORS
THIS WEEK
The First Infantry Division of Fort Riley has issued a noise and training advisory until next Sunday, June 26th.
The division says the training will consist of explosions of 40-millimeter devices, low flying aircraft noises, and other loud artillery.
No roads near Fort Riley will be closed in result of the exercises.
For more information you can call the Community Relations Office at 785-239-2022.
STATE NEWS
LAST NIGHT’S WEATHER HAD SOME KANSANS TAKING COVER
National weather service spotters reported a tornado that touched down in Morris County near the town of Latimer moving northeast at about 15 miles per hour.
According to the Topeka Capital Journal, no damage was reported from the affected area.
Riley County as well as other local counties was
under a tornado watch until two o’clock this morning.
NATIONAL NEWS
PEDOPHILE AUTHOR RECEIVES FINAL SENTENCE
CBS News reports that Phillip R. Greaves II, plead no contest last week to distributing obscene material depicting minors engaged in harmful conduct.
Greaves wrote a book titled “The Pedophile’s Guide
To Love and Pleasure” which led to his arrest in December.
Greaves received a two-year sentence of probation while on trial in Florida and will now go to his home in Colorado where he will not register as a sex offender.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
A FORMER OSCAR-WINNER TURNS DOWN RETIREMENT RUMORS
74-year-old actor Morgan Freeman told the Washington Post over the weekend that his career is far from over and that he still has much more to contribute to the film industry.
Freeman adds that he will reprise his role as Lucius Fox in England later this month when filming the final film of the Christopher Nolan Batman trilogy.
SPORTS
The Royals dropped their final game of the weekend against their in-state rival the St. Louis Cardinals.
The two teams were tied in the bottom of the ninth thanks to an Alcides Escobar home run in the top half, but it took a heroic walk-off home run by Cardinals second baseman Skip Schumaker who came in to pinch hit and finished off the Royals with a 5-4 win. The Royals have the night off tonight before taking on the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday.
The 112th Annual U.S. Open concluded on Father’s Day. After leading each day of the tournament, Ireland’s Rory McIlroy hoisted the trophy on Sunday, becoming the youngest professional golfer to do so at 22 years of age.
McIlroy broke a ten-year old open record shooting an 16-under, which led the runner-up by 8 strokes in his first ever, PGA tour win.
CAMPUS POLICE CALL A RECENT CAMPAIGN, A SUCCESS
From May 23rd to June 6th, University Police conducted a Click-It- Or-Ticket campaign on campus to raise awareness for traffic safety.
During the campaign, KSU Police reportedly wrote 217 safety belt citations, 18 speeding citations, and 73 others including driving with a suspended license and no proof of liability insurance. A total of 294 vehicle stops were made by the patrol division.
The campaign was supported by a grant from the Kansas Department of Transportation.
AREA CITIZENS MAY HEAR LOUD NOISES WHILE OUTDOORS
THIS WEEK
The First Infantry Division of Fort Riley has issued a noise and training advisory until next Sunday, June 26th.
The division says the training will consist of explosions of 40-millimeter devices, low flying aircraft noises, and other loud artillery.
No roads near Fort Riley will be closed in result of the exercises.
For more information you can call the Community Relations Office at 785-239-2022.
STATE NEWS
LAST NIGHT’S WEATHER HAD SOME KANSANS TAKING COVER
National weather service spotters reported a tornado that touched down in Morris County near the town of Latimer moving northeast at about 15 miles per hour.
According to the Topeka Capital Journal, no damage was reported from the affected area.
Riley County as well as other local counties was
under a tornado watch until two o’clock this morning.
NATIONAL NEWS
PEDOPHILE AUTHOR RECEIVES FINAL SENTENCE
CBS News reports that Phillip R. Greaves II, plead no contest last week to distributing obscene material depicting minors engaged in harmful conduct.
Greaves wrote a book titled “The Pedophile’s Guide
To Love and Pleasure” which led to his arrest in December.
Greaves received a two-year sentence of probation while on trial in Florida and will now go to his home in Colorado where he will not register as a sex offender.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
A FORMER OSCAR-WINNER TURNS DOWN RETIREMENT RUMORS
74-year-old actor Morgan Freeman told the Washington Post over the weekend that his career is far from over and that he still has much more to contribute to the film industry.
Freeman adds that he will reprise his role as Lucius Fox in England later this month when filming the final film of the Christopher Nolan Batman trilogy.
SPORTS
The Royals dropped their final game of the weekend against their in-state rival the St. Louis Cardinals.
The two teams were tied in the bottom of the ninth thanks to an Alcides Escobar home run in the top half, but it took a heroic walk-off home run by Cardinals second baseman Skip Schumaker who came in to pinch hit and finished off the Royals with a 5-4 win. The Royals have the night off tonight before taking on the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday.
The 112th Annual U.S. Open concluded on Father’s Day. After leading each day of the tournament, Ireland’s Rory McIlroy hoisted the trophy on Sunday, becoming the youngest professional golfer to do so at 22 years of age.
McIlroy broke a ten-year old open record shooting an 16-under, which led the runner-up by 8 strokes in his first ever, PGA tour win.
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