On today’s edition of The Game, we unpack the most recent developments in the made-for-television drama that is the Brendan Sorsby situation, as the Big 12 sends its first official warning shot to Texas Tech. https://www.youtube.com/live/aVlWHf2os-o?si=u8LMjLxelnZeVjS3 Full Show Segment 1 – The Big 12 vs. Texas Tech Segment 2 – More on the Big 12 vs. Texas Tech Segment 3 – Summer of Coleture & Ask Us Anything
Author: KMAN Staff
By Jon Grove COUNCIL GROVE — Some players change a game from the batter’s box. Others do it from the mound. Reid Buttrey changed games from both. The Council Grove junior emerged as one of the region’s most complete baseball players in 2026, helping guide the Braves to a 26-2 record and a state tournament appearance while starring both at the plate and on the mound. To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more high school sports.
By Toby Hammes WAMEGO — In softball, confidence can be a dangerous thing for opposing pitchers. When a hitter steps into the batter’s box expecting to win the battle, armed with thousands of swings and years of work behind the scenes, there’s often little room for error. To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more high school sports.
Freshman Destini Smith finished 3rd in the triple jump at the NCAA Championship on Saturday while the 4×400 relay team also earned First Team All-America honors. The K-State women finished with eight points tied for 29th place, while the three women’s podium finishes are the most since 2019 when they finished in 16th place with 16 points. To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more K-State sports.
The Riley County Police Department is investigating the theft of a bicycle reported Sunday morning in Manhattan. Officers filed a report of theft of property or services at approximately 6:32 a.m. June 14, 2026, in the 300 block of North Fifth Street. A 73-year-old man was listed as the victim after it was reported an unknown suspect stole his purple Specialized Hybrid bicycle. The total estimated loss associated with the case is $2,000. Anyone with information related to the theft is asked to contact RCPD or Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Tips can be submitted anonymously and may qualify for…
Officers filed a report of theft of property or services at approximately 6:32 a.m. on June 14, 2026 in the 300 block of N. 5th Street. A 73-year-old man was listed as the victim when it was reported an unknown suspect stole his purple Specialized Hybrid bicycle. The total estimated loss associated with this case is $2,000. Anyone with information, contact RCPD or the Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward up to $1,000. Noah Shadrick McFadden, 18, of Manhattan, was arrested at approximately…
esidents across northeast Kansas could see multiple rounds of thunderstorms over the next several days, with the greatest potential for severe weather arriving Wednesday afternoon and evening, according to the National Weather Service in Topeka. Forecasters say there is a chance for showers and thunderstorms Monday night, followed by slightly warmer conditions Tuesday with highs ranging from 80 to 85 degrees. By Wednesday, temperatures are expected to climb into the low to upper 90s, with highs between 92 and 99 degrees across the region. The weather service is highlighting Wednesday as the next day with severe weather potential. Large hail,…
Drivers should prepare for upcoming traffic delays and detours as the city prepares for two asphalt maintenance projects later this month. Bayer Construction will begin a one-week mill and overlay project on Westwood Road from Fort Riley Boulevard to Oak Street on Monday. The city expects work to wrap up around June 22 depending on weather. Crews will allow through traffic on Westwood Road. Mobile operations will control traffic using advance warning signs and flaggers. The special street maintenance fund, powered by the local 0.2% sales tax, funds the $987,555 budget for all five sites of the 2026 asphalt maintenance…
A Newton man suffered serious injuries Saturday afternoon in a motorcycle crash in rural Wabaunsee County, according to the Kansas Highway Patrol. The crash occurred at approximately 1:35 p.m. June 13 on Old K-4, about 0.8 miles west of Chalk Road. Troopers said Michael Ray Rohr, 65, of Newton, was traveling westbound on a 2024 KTM 500 EXC-F motorcycle when, for an unknown reason, he lost control of the vehicle. Investigators reported the motorcycle and rider became separated as they entered the north ditch before both came to rest there. Rohr sustained suspected serious injuries and was transported to Stormont…
Anyone with information about a crime can contact Crime Stoppers. Using Crime Stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000. Click here for past RCPD reports.