The Riley County Board of County Commissioners presented Joetta Glessner, Appraiser III, with a certificate of appreciation for her hard work, high level of credibility, and professionalism at their meeting on February 2nd. Read on...
The Flint Hills region is known for its beautiful limestone architecture. One of Manhattan’s most prolific early stone contractors was Charles Alfred Howell. Read on...
Riley County Fire District #1 held our annual awards banquet at Pottorf Hall on Saturday, January 21st. Volunteers and retirees were invited to enjoy a meal together, share door prizes, play games, and celebrate accomplishments. Read on...
A study of the residential real estate market indicates an overall inflationary trend of approximately 13.31% per year. The residential index ranges from 10-17% and represents the typical value increase. Read on...
Asia Sampson recently joined the Riley County Health Department as their new Community Health Educator. She will be responsible for sharing opioid prevention education in the tri-county region, focusing primarily on youth. Read on...
The Treasurer’s Office nominated Derick and highlighted how helpful he’s been, making room for new employees, moving workstations, and always answering questions with a smile. They wanted him to know how much he is truly appreciated. Read on...
We get everything from cans of shaving cream to household cleaners. When soldiers PCS, they can’t transport hazardous materials, so we end up with everything they had under the sink or in the garage. Thankfully, there are plenty of people who can use it. Read on...
The CVNs will be mailed to property owners in late February. They reflect changes in property values due to fluctuations in the local real estate market and/or changes made to individual properties, such as additions or improvements. Read on...
At this morning’s Riley County Board of County Commissioners meeting, Commissioner John Ford, Judge John Bosch, and Judge Grant Bannister were sworn in for their new terms of office. They were re-elected in the 2022 General Election. Read on...
Here’s a quick and easy way to help the environment in the New Year – dispose of medications properly to keep them out of our water. Bring expired or unwanted medications to Household Hazardous Waste, free of charge. No sharps, chemotherapy, or inhalers. Read on...
Perry has been providing excellent service to the public since 2000 through jobs at Shawnee County, the Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA), the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), and now Riley County. Read on...
Starting December 12th, Riley County Health Department will offer free testing for influenza (flu), respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and COVID-19 viruses. Appointments are required. There will be no charge to patients for any of these tests. Read on...
Have you ever met one of those exceptional people who is kind, friendly, and provides excellent customer service all while calculating multiple math equations and balancing countless spreadsheets? Her name is Michelle; she works in the Clerk’s Office. Read on...
Geographic Information Systems connect data to a map, integrating location (where things are) with descriptive information (what things are like there). This provides a foundation for mapping and analysis used in science and almost every industry. Read on...
Riley County celebrates the traditions, languages, and stories of Native Americans to help ensure their rich histories and contributions can thrive with each passing generation. Read on...
"Healthcare professionals are already seeing high numbers of flu and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) this year. I hope the COVID season will not be as severe as in years past, but I urge people to take precautions," said RCHD Director Julie Gibbs. Read on...
Starting Sunday, November 6th, green lights will be installed and displayed along Poyntz Avenue in Downtown Manhattan to show support for military veterans and their families. Read on...
The Riley County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution of support for Riverfront MHK during their October 31st meeting. Read on...
No injuries were reported. The preliminary damage estimate is $200,000 to the structure and contents.
The cause of the fire was a heat lamp inside the chicken coop. One chicken died in the fire and several escaped unharmed. Read on...
"When we arrived, the barn was already destroyed and our focus was on putting out hot spots and keeping flare ups from spreading to neighboring fields and structures," said Deputy Fire Chief John Martens. Read on...
“Losing a piece of equipment like this is a major setback for a farm. It’s always sad to see this kind of destruction, but we’re grateful no one was hurt.” said Russel Stukey, Emergency Services Director and Fire Chief. Read on...
This was a controlled burn that got out of control. An estimated 30 acres of private property were burned and 1 person was injured during the fire response. No buildings were damaged or livestock lost. Read on...
People and businesses can now sign up to receive notification by phone or email anytime their name is filed in association with a land record in Riley County. Read on...
Monkeypox is a rare but potentially serious viral illness that can spread person-to-person through close contact, bodily fluids, or contact through contaminated materials such as clothing or linens. It is part of the same family of viruses as smallpox. Read on...
COVID-19 vaccine administration for young children will begin Thursday, June 30 at the Riley County Health Department Clinic, located at 2030 Tecumseh Road. A parent or legal guardian must be present for any child under 18. Read on...
An outbuilding that sheltered vehicles and equipment for the Noxious Weed Division sustained the most damage, with an estimated loss of $2.7 million to the structure and equipment. Read on...
The preliminary storm damage assessment for Riley County is estimated at $9.74 million. A team from the Riley County Appraiser’s Office and Manhattan Fire Department’s Risk Reduction Division performed assessments of 41 properties. Read on...
Teams from the Riley County Appraiser’s Office and Manhattan Fire Department’s Risk Reduction Division are performing damage assessments after last night’s storms. Downed power lines and large tree limbs have been the most reported damages. Read on...
“It makes me feel good to make sure people know we’re going to be here for them,” said Kitt. “If you have a need we can take care of in the clinic, we’re going to do that no matter who you are.” Read on...
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) recorded 43 new COVID-19 cases for Riley County between May 14-20. The Incidence Rate per 100,000 is 57.9, putting Riley County in the SUBSTANTIAL incidence category. Read on...
Jacob Clarke, MD recently joined the Riley County Health Department as the new Clinic Supervisor. He started work Monday, May 16th. As Supervisor of the Public Health Clinic, Clarke will lead staff in addressing health needs in the Riley County community. Read on...
At their May 23rd public meeting, the Riley County Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously to approve a mid-year pay increase for county employees. The increase will take effect for the July 1 pay date. Read on...
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) recorded 26 new COVID-19 cases for Riley County between May 7-13. The Incidence Rate per 100,000 is 35.0, putting Riley County in the MODERATE incidence category. Read on...
As Director/Curator of the Riley County Historical Museum, Hensler will oversee the organization’s mission to educate the public on the history of Riley County. Read on...
(RILEY COUNTY, KS – May 13, 2022) KDHE recorded 37 COVID-19 cases for Riley County between May 2-8. The Incidence Rate per 100,000 is 49.8, putting Riley County in the Moderate incidence category which is 10 - 49 cases per 100,000 people. Read on...
Riley County Commissioners are excited to announce Anna Burson has accepted the position of County Appraiser. As County Appraiser, Burson will establish market values for real estate and personal property as defined by Kansas statutes. Read on...
People operating short-term rental properties, such as Airbnb and Vrbo rentals, in the unincorporated areas of Riley County will now have to apply for a license, with yearly renewals, through the Planning and Development Department. Read on...
On May 5, 2022 the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced it was limiting the authorized use of the Janssen COVID-19 (Johnson & Johnson - J&J) single dose vaccine because it identified a risk for blood clots associated with the vaccine. Read on...
KDHE recorded 40 COVID-19 cases for Riley County between April 18-24. The Incidence Rate per 100,000 is 53.9, putting Riley County in the substantial category. Ascension Via Christi Hospital has zero (0) COVID-19 positive patients. Read on...
The wildfires at Bjorling Road as well as Hwy 77 are now fully contained. Thank you volunteer fire fighters, Manhattan Fire Department, Blue Rapids Fire Department, and Waterville Fire Department for all the hard work. Read on...
Riley County identified 4 new COVID-19 cases in Week 16 (April 17-23). There are currently two known active COVID-19 cases in the county and one positive patient at Ascension Via Christi Hospital. Read on...
4/27/2022 10:30 AM UPDATE
Hot spots continue to be a concern with this fire, especially as winds increase today. Riley County Fire District #1 volunteer crews are on scene today and will remain until the fire is contained. Read on...
Riley County identified 2 new COVID-19 cases and 19 additional recoveries in Week 15 (April 10-16). There are currently four known active COVID-19 cases in the county. Read on...
Riley County identified 15 new COVID-19 cases and 8 additional recoveries in Week 14 (April 3-9). There are currently 18 known active COVID-19 cases in the county.
No (0) COVID-19 patients are currently hospitalized at Via Christi. Read on...
Riley County identified nine new COVID-19 cases and three additional recoveries in Week 13 (March 27 - April 2). There are currently 16 known active COVID-19 cases in the county. Read on...
Riley County identified 8 new COVID-19 cases and 17 additional recoveries in Week 12 (March 20 - 26). There are currently eight active COVID-19 cases in the county.
Zero COVID-19 patients are currently hospitalized at Ascension Via Christi Hospital. Read on...
Riley County identified 3 new COVID-19 cases and 11 additional recoveries in Week 11 (March 6 - 12). There are currently six active COVID-19 cases in the county. Ascension Via Christi Hospital is currently caring for two COVID-19 positive patients. Read on...
Riley County identified 15 new COVID-19 cases in Week 10 (March 6 - 12) and 32 new cases in Week 9 (February 27 - March 5) along with a total of 64 additional recoveries. There are 26 active COVID-19 cases in the county. Read on...
At 3:30 p.m. Saturday, March 5, Riley County Fire District #1 was dispatched to the 6400 block of North 52nd Street for reports of an outside fire. A total of 15 firefighters and 12 apparatus from RCFD #1 responded to the scene. Read on...
This software brings several sources of information together as a quick reference tool for emergency responders. Maps, personnel and apparatus resources, weather conditions, and incident pre-plan documents become available in one dashboard. Read on...
Riley County has identified 188 new positive COVID-19 cases. Five additional deaths have been reported for COVID-positive patients who passed in December, January, and February. There are currently 46 active COVID-19 cases in Riley County. Read on...
700+ acres of wildland burned. No structures were lost and no injuries were reported. The burned area was located in the north part of Riley County, near Swede Creek. A total of 12 apparatus, 15 volunteer firefighters, and 2 full-time staff responded. Read on...
Riley County is grieving the loss of longtime community leader Greg McHenry.
McHenry suffered with a prolonged illness in recent years and passed away Thursday evening. Read on...
Riley County has identified 230 new positive COVID-19 cases and 374 additional recoveries since the last report on February 9. The passing of a 59 year-old, unvaccinated female represents the 74th COVID-related death in the county. Read on...
