Category: Business

Nominations are Open for Grow Clay County’s “Best of” Awards
By: Ryan Duey Grow Clay County’s annual “Best of” Nominations are currently open. Members of the community are encouraged to nominate their favorite businesses or

Riley County Livestock Association Annual Meeting Set for January 27th
Anna Lemmon, Riley County Livestock Association President The Riley County Livestock Association will hold its Annual Meeting and Banquet at 6:30 pm on Monday, January

Items Discussed During Clay County Commissioners Regular Meeting on January 7th
Topics discussed during the Clay County Commissioners’ regular weekly meeting on January 7th included: payroll for 2025, Day of Mourning decision, weather, and more. Whitney

Applications for 2025 Boys State of Kansas Session Open
Brad Biles, American Legion Boys State of Kansas The American Legion Boys State of Kansas is accepting applications for its 2025 session. The event is set to
Manhattan, Junction City, and Wamego Chambers Name 2025 20 under 40 Winners
The Junction City, Manhattan, and Wamego Chambers of Commerce have announced their 2025 class of the 20 under 40 program, honoring young professionals excelling in

Riley County Offices to Close January 9 for National Day of Mourning Honoring President Jimmy Carter
Riley County In accordance with the county’s policy regarding national holidays, most Riley County offices will be closed on Thursday, January 9, to honor the

City of Washington Seeking Proposals for 110 C Street Lot (former Old City Hall)
City of Washington The Washington City Council is accepting proposals for business or commercial use for the vacant lot located at 110 C Street, currently

Items Discussed During Clay County Commissioners’ Regular Weekly Meeting on December 30th
Topics discussed during the Clay County Commissioners’ regular weekly meeting on December 30th included: recalls, end-of-year process, vehicles, grant information, certification, and more. Commissioner Carlson

City of Waterville to Hold Public Meeting Concerning Local Ambulance Service
The City of Waterville will hold a public meeting at the Waterville Ambulance Station on Wednesday, January 8th, at 5:30 p.m. concerning a shortage of

UPU Industries the Only Round Bale Net Wrap Company in the U.S. Closes its Doors
UPU Industries, the sole manufacturer of round bale net wrap in the U.S., has ceased operations in Junction City as of December 4, 2024. Founded