Council Grove continued its historic start Friday night, knocking off No. 2-ranked Inman 36-21 on the road to improve to 7-0 for the first time since 2006. The Braves, ranked No. 2 in Class 2A, built an early lead against the No. 2 team in Class 1A, then answered when Inman threatened to rally in the second half. Luke Stewart accounted for four touchdowns, throwing for two scores and running for two more, as Council Grove secured its third victory over a top-five opponent this season. To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more high school sports.
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By Tim Everson After a successful showing last Saturday in Kansas State’s 18th-straight victory over rival Kansas in the Sunflower Showdown, the Wildcats’ received recognition after two standout performances on defense and special teams. Junior kicker Luis Rodriguez and freshman defensive back Nick McClellan were named the Big 12 Special Teams Player of the Week and Big 12 Freshman of the Week, respectively, the conference office announced on Monday. To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more K-State sports.
The next director of the Riley County Police Department may not be required to live in Riley County if the candidate chosen is an existing department employee and lives within a 30-minute drive. The Riley County law enforcement agency board made the decision Monday during its monthly meeting as it looks to begin the hunt for a new director. Board member Craig Beardsley said a committee was working on putting together the search for current RCPD director Brian Peete’s replacement and said the board had to decide whether there would be a residency requirement for the next person in Peete’s…
Leadership of the 1st Infantry Division will change hands this week after Fort Riley hosts a change of command ceremony, officials announced Monday. Brig. Gen. Kevin Williams will take command of the Big Red One from Maj. Gen. Monté Rone at 9 a.m. on Friday. Lt. Gen. Kevin Admiral, III Armored Corps, will preside over the ceremony. Rone took over command of the division in June 2024. “The change of command ceremony is a longstanding military tradition that demonstrates the formal transfer of authority and responsibility from one commanding officer to another,” Army officials said in their announcement. “The colors…
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A 23-year-old Manhattan man was arrested Monday on allegations of aggravated child endangerment, domestic battery and battery. Police identified Tylor Blake Blevins as the suspect. He was arrested just after 2 p.m. on allegations of aggravated child endangerment, domestic battery and battery. The RCPD listed a 23-year-old woman and a 7-month-old girl as victims. Blevins was issued a total bond of $30,000 and remained confined in the Riley County Jail at the time of the report.
The RCPD is investigating two separate theft cases reported Monday in Manhattan involving elderly women who lost a combined total of more than $12,000. According to the RCPD, officers filed a report for theft by deception just after 5 p.m. in the 1100 block of Westloop Place. A 79-year-old woman was listed as the victim after an unknown suspect reportedly scammed her into purchasing gift cards at multiple stores. The total estimated loss is approximately $3,000. In a separate incident, officers filed a report for forgery and theft just after 10:30 a.m. in the 1500 block of Westwind Drive. An…
Officers filed a report for theft by deception at approximately 5:22 p.m. on Oct. 19, 2026 in the 1100 block of Westloop Place. A 79-year-old female was listed as the victim when it was reported an unknown suspect scammed the victim into purchasing gift cards at multiple stores. The total estimated loss associated with this case is approximately $3,000. 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. Officers filed a report of rape at…
On today’s edition of Wildcat Insider, the guys discuss the Wildcats picking up their 18th consecutive victory over KU in the Sunflower Showdown. “Voice of the Wildcats” Wyatt Thompson also joins the show. https://www.youtube.com/live/qVeU3JPFPeU?si=2vc3W6Ko0OSesh7S Full Show Segment 1 – Legally 18! Cats beat KU 35-24 Segment 2 – RB Joe Jackson with K-State media Segment 3 – Last week in the Big 12 Segment 4 – “Voice of the Cats” Wyatt Thompson Segment 5 – Cats receive Big 12 honors for win over KU Segment 6 – This week in the Big 12
By Jon Grove RILEY — Riley County saved its best for the biggest moments Friday night, rallying past Southeast of Saline for a 21-20 victory behind a dominant rushing performance from senior quarterback Kadrick Woodard. Woodard finished with 240 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 20 carries, helping the Falcons erase a halftime deficit and take the lead in the fourth quarter. Riley County totaled 366 yards of offense, including 280 on the ground, to secure the one-point win on senior night. To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more high school sports.