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The independent student news publication at Kansas State University

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Though beef prices are high, K-State researches say the increased cost is mostly due to higher demand.
‘Let markets work’ | K-State researchers explain increased beef prices
Amylee Gil • October 9, 2026
K-State researchers contextualize record-high beef prices as a result of increased demand.
K-State baseball head coach Pete Hughes reacts to a strike call against a player as the Wildcats face SIUE on March 6 at Tointon Family Stadium.
Hughes inks contract extension
Josh Wilson • October 9, 2026
K-State baseball head coach staying in Manhattan with 4-year extension.
Senior forward Rilyn Rintoul draws her foot back to kick the ball downfield away from K-State's goal. The Wildcats fell 2-0 to the Jayhawks on October 8, at Buser Family Park.
K-State falls to KU in Sunflower Showdown
Paige Mueller • October 9, 2026
The Wildcats' strong team bond has helped fuel their early-season success. With postseason competition approaching, K-State hopes to build on that momentum.
A family built to run together
Paige Mueller • October 9, 2026
Injury problem? Call Linkon Cure.
Injury problem? Call Linkon Cure.
Nate Lowen • October 9, 2026
K-State center Ramiya White (22) shoots during the basketball game against West Virginia on Jan. 4 at Bramlage Coliseum in Manhattan.
Season-ending injuries haunt K-State
Josh Wilson • October 8, 2026
Comedian Saad Haroon performs crowd work during his comedy set at the Comedy Show & Fundraising Night. The Pakistan Student Association organized the night at the Student Union on Oct. 8.
Comedy for a cause | Pakistan Student Association raises money for Pakistani children
Rica Bluml • October 10, 2026
K-State students had the chance to directly affect the lives of children living halfway across the world on Oct. 8. 
Bryan Vereen crouches and poses with his iconic dumbbells on K-State's campus. Vereen is known for walking around Manhattan and curling gold dumbbells down Anderson Avenue.
The man behind the golden dumbbells
Emma McAtee • October 2, 2026
Injury problem? Call Linkon Cure.
Injury problem? Call Linkon Cure.
Nate Lowen • October 9, 2026
K-State football got an early-season break with its bye week after a loss to Cincinnati, leaving a terrible taste in the mouths of Wildcat fans and the team. The 31-26 loss to the Bearcats may not have been the biggest takeaway, though. K-State also lost two key pass-catchers for Avery Johnson’s offense.
Taylor Swift's early work was about love and finding yourself. It was relatable. Now, it feels dull.
‘So let’s get into it…’ | Taylor Swift has lost her spark
Kathryn Greenwood • October 9, 2026
Has pop music lost its touch? Even Taylor Swift is starting to sound uninspired and bland.
Don't just choose a major because of the amount of money you'll make. Choose the major that will help you grow into the person you hope to become.
A degree is worth more than its paycheck
Annia Blasi • October 9, 2026
I started college looking for a practical degree; somewhere along the way I realized practical alone isn’t enough.
Cornell University failed Jane Doe.
An ‘essay’ for Cornell University
Amelia Likens • October 9, 2026
One night’s actions can change a life forever. Even one minute, one quick decision, can haunt someone for the rest of their life.
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