Life + Culture

Pour Decisions Tasting Room

Where Education Meets Enjoyment Article and Photography by Kenny Whitis For 24 years, the building at 1130 Westport Drive in Manhattan was home to Westloop Floral, owned and operated by Karen and the late Neal Medlin. In March 2025, the space found new life and purpose as the Pour Decisions Tasting Room, bringing a fresh chapter of community and connection to Manhattan’s west side. Located right next door to The Fridge Wholesale Liquor Store, Pour Decisions Tasting Room is more than just a...

Home + Design

Build Together

BHS Construction celebrates 60 years of Building Together and giving back to Manhattan in 2025 Article by Tyler Jackson | Photography by Sigle Photography & provided The sharp clang of steel on wood echoed through the Wareham as a crowd gathered in the 145 year-old historic hall in November 2025. Instead of golden shovels and dirt, this groundbreaking came with sledgehammers. At the center of it all stood Patrick Schutter, president of BHS Construction, surrounded by major donors, city leaders...

Life + Culture

Mentoring that Matters

Big Brothers Big Sisters is making a big difference for Manhattan youth Article by Heather Hoffman | Photography by Provided If you ask the team at the Manhattan-area chapter of Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) what motivates them, you’ll hear one common refrain: these relationships change lives. The one-to-one mentoring program carefully matches mentors (“Bigs”) with local children ages 6-18 (“Littles”). The local chapter currently supports 119 matches and has served 167 youth thus far in...

Education

Frankly The Greatest

The king of the Pride, Dr. Frank Tracz retires, leaving an unforgettable legacy at K-State. Article by Tyler Jackson | Photography by Sigle Photography & Provided As sunlight filters through the northwest corner windows of the Tracz Band Hall inside Kansas State University’s Memorial Stadium, it casts a golden glow on decades of memories hung inside a cozy office. Framed photos of friends and mentors hang beside shelves of Cleveland baseball memorabilia. There’s a fist full of well-earned bowl...

Food + Beverage

Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

Experience the joy of homemade, fresh-baked cinnamon rolls. Soft, flavorful, and topped with a decadent sweet glaze for breakfast bliss. Article by Kenny Whitis | Photography by Provided Ingredients For the dough: 1 cup warm milk (Around 100 degrees) 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet) 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted 1 tsp salt 2 large eggs 4 cups all-purpose flour For the filling: 1/2 cup unsalted butter...

Food + Beverage

Going Full Circle

Aggieville's Full Circle delights with fresh breakfast favorites and imaginative cocktails, making every meal a memorable experience, whether it’s morning, noon, or happy hour. Article by Heather Hoffman | Photography by Tim Sigle | Sigle Photography Full Circle is Aggieville’s newest hotspot, a seamless blend of hometown diner charm and an elevated cocktail lounge. First dreamed up in 2018, it delivers inventive drinks, fresh breakfast favorites, and a vibrant atmosphere for every guest. ...

Food + Beverage

Manhattan's Best Wings

The ultimate wing guide: Manhattan City Lifestyle staff reveal their favorite local spots for crispy, spicy, and unforgettable wings. Article by Tyler Jackson | Photography by Tim Sigle | Sigle Photography Years ago, I read a travel blog claiming to know the “Best Chicken Wings in America,” and I thought it would be fun to try a few while traveling. Over time, I’ve sampled some of the country’s finest: Pok Pok in Portland, Oregon, The Sweetwater Tavern in downtown Detroit, the original Buffalo...

Food + Beverage

Autumn Pumpkin Cookies

Perfect for sharing, gifting, or enjoying any time, these soft pumpkin cookies bring the taste of fall to your kitchen. Article by Kenny Whitis | Photography by Provided Autumn Pumpkin Cookies Ingredients (makes about 24 cookies): 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup brown sugar, packed 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pie filling) 1 large egg 2 tsp vanilla extract 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 ½ tsp baking powder 1 tsp baking soda ½...

Style + Beauty

Hardwood Sophistication

From Manhattan to Global Stardom: The Rise of Trevor Hudgins Article by Tyler Jackson | Photography by Tim Sigle | Sigle Photography On June 24th, 2022, anticipation buzzed through the basement of a Little Apple home, where friends and family gathered. Some sank into couches, others stood, but every eye was locked on the TV airing the NBA Draft broadcast. The basement was decked out with memorabilia from the Kansas City Chiefs and Kansas State, but this celebration wasn’t for a Wildcat - it...

Style + Beauty

Little Apple Vintage

Curating clothing with history Article by Heather Hoffman | Photography by Tim Sigle Locally owned by Matthew Klassen, Little Apple Vintage is a clothing shop with a strong sense of history. The store’s walls are lined with Royal Purple K-State yearbooks, antique maps of Manhattan, and rows of retro K-State and Chiefs baseball caps.   Matthew’s love of history was sparked by early experiences with his father and grandfather. “My dad’s a history buff,” he says. “I collected coins with my...