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University Drives Manhattan's Economy, Followed by Retail, Manufacturing

The students and employees of Kansas State University represent roughly 60 percent of the population in Manhattan. As such, it comes as no surprise that the university is one of the community’s major economic drivers. More than 5,500 men and women earn their living from Kansas State, making the school Manhattan’s largest employer. In addition to the jobs the university provides, though, other economic benefits trickle through the community. For example, because of the thriving student... Read More »
Public Transportation

Manhattan, KS Makes Transportation Easy

Though not as well known as its New York counterpart, Manhattan is certainly making a name for itself. One area its racking up points for is its easy accessibility and impressive city transportation. Manhattan Regional Airport flies direct to Dallas, connecting the small city to a full-service airport in as little time as possible. Beginning November 18, 2010, the airport will broaden its scope significantly by operating flights to Chicago's O'Hare International Airport, one of America's best-... Read More »