On today’s edition of The Game, 20 questions in 20 shows continues with a look at some defensive breakout candidates for K-State football, KU beat writer Henry Greenstein joins the show and more! https://www.youtube.com/live/iTZTkfea9bM?si=G-MWLxLY4nNcd_tg Full Show Segment 1 – KU preview with Henry Greenstein Segment 2 – Which Big 12 team has the most interesting September? Segment 3 – K-State’s breakout player on defense in 2026 Segment 4 – Why was Linda McMahon in Manhattan? Segment 5 – Travis Kelce might have sights set on new gig after football/ Ask Us Anything
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Linda McMahon took a firsthand look at just what goes on in Kansas schools. McMahon, secretary of the U.S. Department of Education, marked the Sunflower State as her 40th stop of a “Returning Education to the States Tour” on Wednesday, visiting both Manhattan High School and Kansas State University. To view the full article visit theMercury.com.
After four years away from the Kansas competition, past winner Tim Keane of rural Manhattan returned and claimed the championship of the Kansas Cowboy Poetry Contest in both the serious and humorous divisions. “It’s a sweep for Tim Keane, who won back in 2022,” said poetry contest chair Ron Wilson of the Lazy T Ranch near Manhattan. “This is the sixth time in the 16-year history of the contest that the same person won both divisions. We were especially pleased that the finals attracted an audience of 162 people, which is an all-time record in attendance.” To view the full…
The Riley County Police Department is investigating a theft after more than $1,000 worth of merchandise was stolen from the Manhattan Walmart. According to police, officers responded around 8:30 p.m. Wednesday to the store in the 100 block of Bluemont Avenue. Investigators say two unknown suspects stole two lawn mowers, a grass trimmer and a bottle of cranberry juice. The estimated loss is $1,009. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Riley County Police Department or Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Anonymous tips may qualify for a cash reward of up to $1,000.
Officers filed a report theft of property of services at approximately 8:26 p.m. on Aug. 5. 2026 in the 100 block of Bluemont Avenue. Walmart was listed as the victim when it was reported two unknown suspects stole two lawn mowers, one grass trimmer and a bottle of cranberry juice. The total estimated loss associated with this case is $1,009. 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. Officers filed a report of forgery…
Three people were arrested July 31st after two drug investigations in Emporia led to the seizure of more than a pound of methamphetamine, nearly 300 fentanyl pills, about 1,700 MDMA pills, commonly known as ecstasy, and more than $10,000 in suspected drug proceeds, according to the Emporia Police Department. In the first case, police arrested 54-year-old Lance J. Harris of Emporia on suspicion of distributing methamphetamine, stimulants, marijuana and fentanyl, along with possession of methamphetamine, cocaine, marijuana and drug paraphernalia. A second investigation resulted in the arrests of 42-year-old Daniel L. Jackson of Winfield and 51-year-old Melissa J. Dempsy of…
Kansas State women’s basketball head coach Jeff Mittie has added another international talent to the 2026-27 roster, as center Tzoana Tampakou from Greece has signed with the Wildcats. “We are excited to add Tzoana for the upcoming year,” stated Mittie. “She is a true center that has excellent skill around the basket with both hands and a great feel for the pick and roll and high-low game.” To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more K-State sports.
On today’s edition of The Game, we have our first conversation of the 2026-27 NFL season with “Voice of the Chiefs” Mitch Holthus! Also, Drew Galloway from K-State Online joins the show, and we give our candidates for the offensive breakout player of the year in 2026 for K-State football. https://www.youtube.com/live/C1-23Lbr9QA?si=VfZPYx-RgpwEa7kY Hour 1 Segment 1 – Drew Galloway from K-State Online Segment 2 – Drew continued Segment 3 – “Voice of the Chiefs” Mitch Holthus Hour 1 Segment 1 – K-State’s offensive breakout player in 2026 Segment 2 – Mittie adds a 6’5” center from Greece Segment 3 – K-State…
John Ford will be the Republican candidate for the Riley County Commission District 1 seat, according to unofficial final primary election results in Riley County. As of Tuesday evening, Ford received 721 votes in the county Commission District 1 race while his fellow Republican opponent, Gary Bennington, received 521 votes with all 20 precincts reporting. Ford told The Mercury during a phone interview that he was not really surprised by the election results. “Property taxes are the main issue facing Riley County right now,” Ford said. “As I knock on doors, when I’m having conversation with people is the main…
An Olathe man was arrested late Tuesday on suspicion of felony driving under the influence. According to the Riley County Police Department, Jake Thomas Monaco, 26, of Olathe, was arrested around 11 p.m. in the 4200 block of Kimball Avenue. Police allege Monaco was driving under the influence and that the arrest represents a fourth or subsequent DUI conviction involving a blood or breath alcohol concentration of .08 or greater within the statutory time period. Monaco was booked into the Riley County Law Enforcement Center on a $5,000 bond and remained confined at the time of the report.