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.K-State is taking steps to help protect one of our most precious resources: water. The university is launching the Kansas Water Institute, which will focus on solutions that increase sustainability and address water resource challenges. k-state.edu/media/newsrele…

.K-State is creating 12 new faculty positions in biosecurity, biodefense and biomanufacturing technologies. The new hiring initiative will help support elements of the Next-Gen strategic plan. k-state.edu/today/announce…

With no shortage of growth in our area, it’s important to have a trusted, skilled partner to take ideas from renderings to reality. From commercial and healthcare buildings to schools and churches, BHS Construction has an impressive history and portfolio of projects in the

Green Dot Bioplastics, a local manufacturer of compostable biopolymers and biocomposites, was recently featured on the PBS documentary program “My World Too!” The series showcases sustainable living practices around the world and visited the Green Dot manufacturing plant in

HBO’s “Somebody Somewhere,” featuring series lead, executive producer and Manhattan native Bridget Everett, has been placed on The New York Times “Best TV Shows of 2023” list. The series takes place here in Manhattan, Kansas, and Everett takes pride in featuring some local hot

The latest issue of Seek Magazine dives into K-State 105. From affordable and sustainable housing projects to technology for economic development, the statewide K-State 105 initiative continues to bring people and partners together. k-state.edu/seek/fall-2023…

As the nation's first operational land-grant university, K-State has always been dedicated to global food systems research and service. From finding ways to increase food production to tackling conservation challenges, K-State research projects continue to help feed the world.

For the innovative — and ever-growing — technology company CivicPlus, Manhattan, Kansas, is home. Support from local leaders, access to a dynamic talent pool and collaboration opportunities with Kansas State University make Manhattan the perfect place to maintain company

Shanna Goodman, an author and small business coach from Wamego, is the new executive director of the Pottawatomie County Economic Development Corporation. She succeeds Jack Allston, who held the role for the last nine years. Welcome, Shanna! 1350kman.com/2024/01/goodma…

Did you know TravelAwaits ranked Manhattan, Kansas, No. 1 on the list of best midsize cities in the U.S. in 2023? With access to Kansas State University, NBAF, the Kansas City Animal Health Corridor and Fort Riley, it’s no surprise that innovation, talent and partnerships are

Did you know Site Selection magazine recognized the Greater Manhattan area as a top metro with a population less than 200,000, ranking 3rd by projects per capita and 4th by total projects? We're glad to have our progress and collaborations recognized!

Congratulations to Manhattan leaders of a childcare accelerator initiative! The Kansas Children's Cabinet and Trust Fund announced on Friday that the effort was awarded a $3.5 million grant from the state for construction of a new childcare accelerator facility. This project will

Manhattan, Kansas, is a “fly anywhere fast” region! That means we are ideally situated for convenient logistics and transportation, whether for dynamic business growth or recreational travel.

K-State is committed to collaborating with university, industry and community partners to deliver corporate engagement, technology commercialization and economic development. In fact, the university has committed to supporting the creation of 3,000 new jobs and $3 billion in

We are thrilled to hear about the latest WTC fiber expansion project that will provide broadband throughout the City of Manhattan! Upgrading fiber is a strategic investment in the economic well-being and overall development of our community. Pre-construction is already underway

In 2023, one of our key initiatives was funding opportunities for startups, which is why we created the Elevate Fund. This fund provides loans up to $15,000 to startups. If you’d like to learn more about these programs, visit the Spark MHK website. sparkmhk.com/funding

Did you know 1,800 soldiers transition out of the U.S. Army from Fort Riley annually? This contributes to the steady stream of highly diverse and skilled individuals who continually enter the regional workforce.

Kansas State University and Fort Riley remain major economic engines for the Greater Manhattan region. In 2023, Fort Riley’s economic impact analysis shows a total impact of $1.9 billion. K-State's recently completed economic impact analysis reported a $1.3 billion annual impact.

Did you know? In 2023, the U.S. National Science Foundation’s Regional Innovation Engines (NSF Engines) program awarded the Advancing Biosecurity, Biodefense and Biomanufacturing Technologies partnership with $1 million to help attract, create and grow local economic activity in