By Emma Laura Riley County officials on Thursday approved funding for drug prevention programs for both community corrections and the health department. The health department’s budget request for 2026 is $75,343. This includes much of a part-time community health educator’s salary and supplies such as educational materials, boxes of overdose reversal kits, fentanyl test strips, and other items. The 2026 community corrections request is $130,798 for the minimum needed to operate the Recovery Court program. This includes one full-time position and conflict attorney and defense attorney costs. To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more Riley County…
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By Brandon Peoples and Cole Bertelsen A proposal to reshape Manhattan’s waterfront may soon become part of the city’s 20-year strategic plan for the Parks and Recreation Department. Local stakeholders in the last few years have discussed developing the area around the banks of the Kansas River where it crosses Kansas Highway 177. City commissioners on Tuesday will review a recommendation from the Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board to incorporate the city’s MoveMHK Master Plan into the city’s comprehensive plan. While city officials have not formally adopted any specific project, any future riverfront development could be considered during the annual…
By Rose Gruenbacher A man charged with threatening violence to a local priest had his first taste of trial Thursday morning as the jury selection process for his trial began. The defendant has said the matter is simply a misunderstanding of his evangelistic efforts. Andrew Trevor Birrell, 35, of Manhattan, has elected to represent himself throughout his court appearances, though the Public Defender’s Office appointed standby counsel. To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more Riley County news.
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By Emma Loura A new early childcare center, Raising Wildflowers Childcare Academy, is celebrating its establishment as part of the Manhattan community in August. The owner and director of Raising Wildflowers, Shelby Bruckerhoff, says it is a place that focuses on the development of the whole child and welcomes all children, including those with disabilities. “I have a lot of kids who are coming in that have been kicked out of other centers or parents are struggling to find a place that loves and accepts their kids,” Bruckerhoff said. “We’ve got a lot of those kids, a lot of IEP…
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Officers filed a report of a stolen motorcycle in the 700 block of Highland Ridge Dr., in Manhattan, on July 29, 2025 at approximately 12:04 p.m. A 31-year-old man was listed as the victim when it was reported an unknown suspect stole a 2023 Yamaha motorcycle from a parking lot. The estimated total loss from this incident is approximately $7,000. Anyone with information, contact RCPD or the Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward up to $1,000. Kelly Ware, 46, of Wichita, was arrested…
By Tim Everson One of Kansas State’s best offensive linemen heading into the 2026 season is recovering well after a medical scare suffered a couple of weeks ago, according to an update from Wildcat coach Chris Klieman on Monday. K-State junior offensive tackle and Ohio State transfer George Fitzpatrick was hospitalized on July 16 after a undisclosed “medical situation” during a summer workout. While it’s still unknown when the talented tackle will fully return to action, Klieman said things are moving in the right direction for the Colorado native just a couple weeks into recovery. To view the full article…
The Kansas Court of Appeals receives a new bench member Wednesday, with the swearing in of Judge Lori Bolton Fleming. Fleming graduated from Washburn University School of Law in 2001, after an initial career in education. She attributes her value of communication to her experience as an educator. “I believe that our government belongs to the people, and as judges it is important that we communicate what we do and why we do it directly to the people we serve.” said Fleming. To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more state news.