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Severe thunderstorms are expected to impact the region in two waves today and into early Monday, with the National Weather Service placing much of northeast Kansas under an enhanced risk for severe weather. Forecasters say the first round of storms is expected between noon and 6 p.m., with activity developing across central Kansas and moving east and northeast at around 25 mph. These afternoon storms could produce large hail and damaging wind gusts, though a tornado cannot be ruled out. A second, more significant round of storms is expected to develop after 9 p.m. and continue into the early morning…
The Greater Manhattan Community Foundation’s 14th annual Grow Green Match Day on Wednesday resulted in over $2.9 million going to 102 recipients. According to the organization’s initial counts, this year’s donations amount to $2,414,237.85, with match funds coming in at $530,000. The 2026 donations reflect an 18.2% increase from last year’s sum. 97 fewer donors participated than 2025, with 1,818 participants contributing to the cause this year. GMCF president and CEO Vern Henricks said the organization is grateful for the show of community support. “We continue to be amazed and grateful for the support from individuals and businesses,” Henricks said. “The continued…
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On today’s edition of The Game, did the Chiefs do well in round one of the draft, two Cats look to be drafted tonight or tomorrow, the Sunflower Showdown starts tonight, and more! https://www.youtube.com/live/O4qnQjmcgHE?si=jcJo9EJpxqtQmt3l Full Show Segment 1 – Baseball Sunflower Showdown / Tim will attempt 9-9-9 challenge Segment 2 – Expect two Wildcats to be drafted Friday or Saturday Segment 3 – Where next could the NFL host a game outside the country? Segment 4 – How did the Chiefs do in round one of the draft?
By Nathan Gadie The Steven A. Cohen Veterans Network opened its first military family clinic in Manhattan at Centerstone this week. Supported by the Robert R. McCormick Foundation, the clinic represents an opportunity to help veterans, active service members and their families address their mental health needs. This is the network’s 23rd clinic between 21 states. Clinic director Katie Hund said Manhattan requires accessible services to support both active duty and retired military members and their families. To view the full article visit theMercury.com.
City commissioners on Tuesday will discuss end-of-year finances from 2025 and city debt. City administration and Baker Tilly, the city’s financial advisor, have prepared presentations covering both the 2025 city financials, and a bond and interest fund (city debt) forecast. The finances report will include a breakdown of revenue from sales tax, property taxes, franchise fees, compensating use tax, special liquor tax and transient guest tax. The commission will take no vote relating to these topics during the work session.
Two people were transported to the hospital Thursday evening following a crash in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department. Officers responded at approximately 5:22 p.m. April 23rd to the area of Sloan Street and Griffith Drive for a reported injury accident. Upon arrival, officers determined that a 2004 Cadillac DeVille driven by Robert Houston, 45, of Manhattan, had collided with a 2022 Ford Escape driven by Michael Noda, 31, of Manhattan. Houston and a passenger were transported by EMS to Via Christi Hospital for treatment of minor injuries. Houston was issued citations for failure to yield at a…
A Manhattan woman was arrested Thursday evening following a reported disturbance, according to the Riley County Police Department. Officers filed a report at approximately 6:51 p.m. April 23rd, 2026, in the 2100 block of Casement Road for criminal threat, interference with a law enforcement officer and criminal damage to property. Julia Sue Booher, 24, of Manhattan, was arrested at approximately 8:03 p.m. on charges of criminal threat, interference with a law enforcement officer and criminal damage to property. Booher was issued a total bond of $10,000 and remains confined in the Riley County Jail at the time of this report.
Officers filed a report of criminal threat, interference with a law enforcement officer and criminal damage to property at approximately 6:51 p.m. on April 23, 2026 in the 2100 block of Casement Road. Julia Sue Booher, 24, of Manhattan, was arrested for criminal threat, interference with a law enforcement officer and criminal damage to property at approximately 8:03 p.m. Booher was issued a total bond of $10,000 and remains confined in the Riley County Jail at the time of this report. Officers responded to a report of an injury accident at approximately 5:22 p.m. on April 23 near Sloan Street…