McManus

Dakota County Bids Farewell to Judge ‘The Hammer’ McManus After 27 Years of Tough but Fair Justice

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Hastings, MN — After dedicating 27 years to the bench, Dakota County Judge Timothy McManus, known colloquially as “The Hammer” for his stringent approach to repeat offenders, is retiring. As he steps down on his 66th birthday this Thursday, McManus leaves behind a legacy marked by a balance of toughness and fairness, an approach he described not as mean but as a necessary firmness in the face of continued criminal activity. McManus first became aware of his nickname, which implies a no-nonsense attitude in the courtroom, over two decades ago, thanks to discussions among inmates … Read more

Packers’ New Kicker Brandon McManus Onboard Despite Previous Assault Allegations and Ongoing Legal Scrutiny

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Green Bay, Wis. — Amid swirling controversy, the Green Bay Packers have proceeded with the signing of seasoned kicker Brandon McManus. General Manager Brian Gutekunst communicated his unequivocal support for McManus in a recent statement, expressing confidence in the recent acquisition despite ongoing legal challenges faced by the kicker. Previously, McManus faced allegations of sexual misconduct from two flight attendants, Daisy Torres and Nicole Anderson. The accusations stemmed from an incident during a Jacksonville Jaguars’ charter flight to London in September 2023. The flight attendants claimed McManus acted inappropriately, alleging attempts to kiss one and … Read more