By Belle Zarate The Wamego Tulip Festival returns this weekend, bringing expanded events, live entertainment and nearly 300 vendors to one of northeast Kansas’ largest spring celebrations. The Wamego Chamber of Commerce’s tourism and events coordinator, Corey Reeves, said the festival saw significant growth in recent years and now offers something for visitors of all ages. “It really is a little bit of everything,” Reeves said. “If you’re looking for music, we’ve got it. If you’re looking for food trucks, local breweries and wineries, we’ve got it. And if you want arts and crafts for your home, we’ve got a…
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By Belle Zarate The lights are on, the sign is glowing and anticipation is building for a new bar in Aggieville — but what’s coming together behind the doors suggests something different from the usual scene. Three Brother’s Bar is set to open this spring in Aggieville, offering multiple entertainment spaces under one roof. According to owner Daniel Milligan, the bar will feature three distinct indoor venues and an outdoor patio. Milligan, who also owns Fat’s Bar, said the idea behind the bar is variety. The main area will function as a sports bar lounge connected to a game room…
The Artemis II astronauts said they hope one day some artifact from their mission will be part of the Cosmosphere space museum in Hutchinson. U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) joined a live call Thursday with NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover and Christina Koch, and CSA (Canadian Space Agency) astronaut Jeremy Hansen. “On Monday, Administrator Isaacman and I visited the Cosmosphere in Hutchinson, Kansas,” Moran said. “Commander, it’s the place you told me was the ‘best space museum in the world.’ I’ve repeated that many times. I’d like to extend an invitation to each of you to come visit us…
Police are investigating a reported theft at a storage unit in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department. Officers filed a report at approximately 3:45 p.m. April 9 in the 200 block of Plymate Lane. A 44-year-old man and a 47-year-old woman reported that an unknown suspect broke into their storage unit and stole an orange and black e-bike and a metal bedframe. The total estimated loss associated with the case is $1,800. 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…
A Colorado man was arrested Thursday evening at the Riley County Law Enforcement Center on multiple charges, according to authorities. Nicholas Caesar Chavez, 24, of Greeley, Colorado, was first taken into custody at approximately 5:30 p.m. April 9, 2026 on a Riley County District Court warrant for probation violation. That warrant stems from original charges of interference with a law enforcement officer and two counts of battery of a law enforcement officer. Chavez was later arrested again at approximately 6:29 p.m. at the same location on two counts of theft of property or services with a value between $1,500 and…
Nicholas Caesar Chavez, 24, of Greeley (Colo.), was arrested at approximately 5:30 p.m. on April 9, 2026 on a Riley County District Court warrant for probation violation and then arrested at approximately 6:29 p.m. on two counts of theft of property or services; Value $1500 to $25000 — both arrests taking place in the 1000 block of S. Seth Child Road. The probation arrest stems from original charges of interference with a law enforcement officer and two counts of battery of a law enforcement officer. The later arrest stems from reports originally filed in December 2025. Chavez was issued a…
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On today’s edition of The Game, what’s the latest news about Belmont players in the transfer portal? We’ll hear from both Mekhi Mason and Jay Harris from their media interviews earlier today, name the most intimidating Wildcat and more! https://www.youtube.com/live/e9DDn1_lNjQ?si=uBCknc4pM5pWt_E- Hour 1 Segment 1 – Is The Masters as exclusive as sports gets? Segment 2 – RB Jay Harris speaks with K-State media Segment 3 – Who was the most intimidating Wildcat? Hour 2 Segment 1 – Latest on Belmont players to K-State Segment 2 – LB Mekhi Mason with K-State media Segment 3 – Mitch’s Masters green jacket game/Ask…
Head coach Casey Alexander continued the build-out of his coaching staff on Thursday morning with the selection of Sean Rutigliano as General Manager. Rutigliano is the first person to hold the title of General Manager. He joins assistant coaches JJ Butler, Kerron Johnson and Luke Smith, all of whom were announced on March 30. To view the entire article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more K-State sports.
By Toby Hammes In a hard-fought league battle, Manhattan High girls’ soccer fell 3-1 at home to rival Washburn Rural on Wednesday night. “They came out and battled,” head coach Mike Sanchez said. “I think that’s kind of what we do. We’re going to go out there and work hard. I’m proud of them. They play hard, so I can’t get frustrated. They’re working hard and getting after it.” To view the entire article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more high school sports.