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Manhattan City Lifestyle Manhattan’s Magazine! Telling the tale of living life in the Flint Hills since 2022!

Oh, August. The Sunday of Summer. -Thankfully, to remedy the summertime blues, the August “Children + Pets” issue of Man...
08/05/2026

Oh, August. The Sunday of Summer.

-Thankfully, to remedy the summertime blues, the August “Children + Pets” issue of Manhattan City Lifestyle is packed with stories that celebrate the people, places, and four-legged friends that make our community special.

Inside you’ll find:

•Every Mile A Memory — How Girls On the Run-Flint Hills is helping young girls build confidence through movement and mentorship.

•Hands That Listen — Meet Dr. Jennifer Akers, and discover how animal chiropractic care is helping pets and performance animals thrive in the Flint Hills.

•Trey & Kate Kennedy on marriage, parenting, and finding the comedy in everyday life.

•We even have a homemade slow cooker dog food recipe on page 33 that your pup just might love!

•Plus, there’s business monthly, an action-packed local events calendar, and so much more!

Whether you’re a parent, a pet lover, or simply love celebrating the Manhattan community, there’s something in this issue for you.

Read it for free here: https://citylifestyle.com/manhattan/issues/2026-08

The Flint Hills may be known for rolling prairie, but they’re also home to one of Kansas’ best-kept secrets for adventur...
07/31/2026

The Flint Hills may be known for rolling prairie, but they’re also home to one of Kansas’ best-kept secrets for adventure on the water.

Sailing!

•In the July “Explore” Issue of Manhattan City Lifestyle, our cover article “Sailing the Flint Hills” takes you aboard the growing sailing community at Milford and Tuttle Creek Lakes, and the Southwind & Blue Valley Yacht Clubs!

-Meet Commodore Dan Dempsey, his longtime partner, Lisa Bietau, and the people behind this growing Kansas sport. Here, you’ll discover why sailing is more accessible than you might think, and see how the steady Kansas wind creates unforgettable days on the water.

Whether you’re looking for a new hobby or simply enjoy discovering unique experiences close to home, this feature offers a fresh perspective on life in the Flint Hills.

Read the article here: https://citylifestyle.com/articles/sailing-the-flint-hills

📸: SIGLE PHOTOGRAPHY

Just over nine hours from Manhattan, Steamboat Springs, Colorado is an easy drive that just feel like a world away.•From...
07/30/2026

Just over nine hours from Manhattan, Steamboat Springs, Colorado is an easy drive that just feel like a world away.

•From summer rodeos and river floats to World Famous Champagne Powder®️ skiing and mountain-town charm, Steamboat delivers just so much adventure in each and every season.

-Our travel author, Paul A. Danler, takes you on a journey to discover why this Colorado getaway belongs on your travel list in the July “Explore” issue of Manhattan City Lifestyle magazine:

https://citylifestyle.com/articles/visti-steamboat-springs

To learn more, visit steamboatchamber.com

📸: Randy Winkler & provided

50 Years. Countless Memories. One Legendary Tradition.For five decades, Manhattan's Kaw Valley Rodeo has brought the exc...
07/23/2026

50 Years. Countless Memories. One Legendary Tradition.

For five decades, Manhattan's Kaw Valley Rodeo has brought the excitement of PRCA rodeo to Manhattan, creating generations of unforgettable moments and earning its place as one of the community’s favorite summer traditions.

•In the July “Explore” issue of Manhattan City Lifestyle, we take a look back at the people, milestones, and stories that have shaped the rodeo over the past 50 years. From legendary stock contractors, lcompetitors and entertainers - to the volunteers and fans who have made it all possible.

Whether you’ve been coming since the beginning or this year will literally be your first rodeo, this is a story worth reading.

Here’s to 50 years of rodeo tradition!

Read the article: https://citylifestyle.com/articles/kaw-valley-rodeo

📸: Tyler Jackson & provided

🇺🇸 There’s still time to sign up for one of Manhattan’s favorite Fourth of July traditions! 💥•Join us tomorrow morning a...
07/03/2026

🇺🇸 There’s still time to sign up for one of Manhattan’s favorite Fourth of July traditions! 💥

•Join us tomorrow morning at 10:00 a.m. for the 3rd Annual STAR SPANGLED SPECTACULAR at Manhattan City Pool!

⚓️ It’s a cardboard boat box race for 5-14 year olds! ⛵️

-Starting at 9am, you have one hour to build your boat. All material is provided.
-Then at 10am, we line up at City Pool and race them across the water!

It’s such a blast to watch these little ones use ingenuity, STEM, and athleticism to build and race these boats. They are endlessly creative!

Even better, your participation supports a great cause. This annual event is a fundraiser for the Manhattan Parks & Recreation Foundation, where they strive to reduce barriers to participation for disadvantaged and underrepresented individuals, providing critical support that extends beyond what the Parks and Recreation budget alone can meet.

Grab your red, white, and blue, gather the family, and start your Fourth of July with a splash!

🇺🇸 Register now: ➡️ https://raceroster.com/events/2026/118555/star-spangled-spectacular

07/03/2026

Meet Get Happy Mister — but his friends call him Happy. 🇺🇸

Happy loves road trips, kayaking, K-State football, naps, his papa - and America!

Fireworks? Not so much.

•So before the Fourth of July celebrations begin this evening, Happy is headed to Manhattan’s Top Shelf CBD & Apothecary in the Candlewood Shopping Center to visit his friends and pick up some Hometown Hero Full Spectrum CBD Calming Treats!

-They’re full spectrum CBD to help him relax. They’re also non-pharmaceutical & third party tested to make his papa feel better about him taking them.

Because every good boy deserves to feel safe, cozy, and cared for during fireworks season.

Watch Happy’s little road trip — this one turned out awesome. 🐶❤️

-Stop by Top Shelf CBD at 3252 Kimball Avenue in the Candlewood Shopping Center for your dogs TODAY before the fireworks TONIGHT! 🧨

*Not evaluated by the FDA. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. For animal use only. Consult your veterinarian before use.*

To those in Canada: Happy Canada Day 🇨🇦To those in Manhattan, Kansas: Happy 4th of July week, AND July magazine day! 🇺🇸T...
07/01/2026

To those in Canada: Happy Canada Day 🇨🇦

To those in Manhattan, Kansas: Happy 4th of July week, AND July magazine day! 🇺🇸

The ‘Explore’ Issue of Manhattan City Lifestyle is officially here! 🔥

This month, we’re setting out on four very different journeys—each with a story worth telling.

⛵ Discover the quiet beauty of sailing across the Flint Hills and meet the people keeping this unique tradition alive.

🤠 Celebrate 50 years of Manhattan's Kaw Valley Rodeo, one of Manhattan’s longest-standing summer traditions!

🏔️ Escape to our favorite place - Steamboat Springs, Colorado! Here, we offer our travel guide for both summer & winter, featuring mountain adventures, scenic beauty, and year-round experiences.

💬 Plus, learn about The 10% Target Mindset, a fresh perspective on asking for what you want and pursuing new opportunities.

•Along with local events, city highlights, business news, and much more, the July issue is packed with stories that celebrate adventure, tradition, and the people and places that make our community special.

📖: Read the issue for free here: https://citylifestyle.com/manhattan/issues/2026-07

What makes the perfect cowboy hat?It starts with steam, skilled hands, and a little artistry.Go behind the scenes at Out...
06/30/2026

What makes the perfect cowboy hat?

It starts with steam, skilled hands, and a little artistry.

Go behind the scenes at Outpost Western Store with June’s Cover Story to discover the craftsmanship behind custom cowboy hat shaping and the family story that transformed a small Flint Hills business into a destination for western wear enthusiasts across the country.

This is more than a story about hats. It’s about tradition, identity, and preserving a timeless craft, one brim at a time.

Read “Shaping Identity” in the June issue of Manhattan City Lifestyle: What makes the perfect cowboy hat?

It starts with steam, skilled hands, and a little artistry.

Go behind the scenes at Outpost Western Store to discover the craftsmanship behind custom cowboy hat shaping and the family story that transformed a small Flint Hills business into a destination for western wear enthusiasts across the country.

This is more than a story about hats—it’s about tradition, identity, and preserving a timeless craft, one brim at a time.

Read “Shaping Identity” in the June issue of Manhattan City Lifestyle: https://citylifestyle.com/articles/shaping-identity

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Meet Matt McMurray, the new store director of Manhattan Hy-Vee•Originally from Hutchinson, Matt’s journey has taken him ...
06/29/2026

Meet Matt McMurray, the new store director of Manhattan Hy-Vee

•Originally from Hutchinson, Matt’s journey has taken him from K-State to AJ’s Pizza, Manhattan Country Club and eventually through nearly every corner of Hy-Vee — catering, restaurant management, frozen foods, store operations, perishables and leadership roles across several stores.

Now, his career has brought him back to Manhattan, a place he already knows, loves and proudly calls home.

-In this article, Matt shares his story, his path through Hy-Vee, what it takes to keep a grocery store running at a high level, and why service remains at the heart of everything Hy-Vee does.

Read more about Matt McMurray in this month’s issue of Manhattan City Lifestyle: https://citylifestyle.com/articles/mattmcmurray

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