Kevin Marinella, 20, of Ogden, was arrested on February 17, 2025, at approximately 4:17 PM in the 100 block of S. Elm Street. Marinella was taken into custody on multiple charges, including three counts of aggravated violation of the offender registration act, three counts of violation of the offender registration act, and four counts of perjury. His bond was set at $50,000, and he was confined at the time of the report. Click here for more local news.
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TJ Grant, 36, of Junction City, Kansas, was arrested on February 17, 2025, at approximately 11:00 AM in the 1000 block of S. Seth Child Road. Grant was arrested on a Riley County District Court warrant for probation violation. Total bond was established at $25,000. Grant was confined at the time of this report. Kevin Marinella, 20, of Ogden, was arrested on February 17, 2025, at approximately 4:17 PM in the 100 block of S. Elm Street. Marinella was arrested on the probable cause offenses of aggravated violation of the offender registration act x 3, violation of the offender registration…
A winter storm continues to affect the area today, with additional snowfall expected to range from 1 to 6 inches. The highest snowfall accumulations are anticipated south of Interstate 35, with lighter amounts near the Kansas-Nebraska state line. The storm is compounded by dangerously cold temperatures and wind chills that are expected to remain in the -10 to -20 degree range throughout the day. Travel conditions are hazardous, and authorities are advising everyone to avoid unnecessary travel, particularly on roadways where conditions may worsen. For those who must travel, it’s essential to stay updated on weather conditions and consider altering…
By Toby Hammes The ball didn’t bounce the Manhattan High boys’ basketball’s way down the stretch in a back-and-forth battle against Hayden, as the Indians fell 54-51 on Monday night. MHS (6-11) was coming off an overtime win against Topeka High on Friday and looked to put together consecutive wins for the first time this season but fell just short, falling to 3-4 in league play and splitting its season series with Hayden. “I thought we got stagnant, our sharing of the ball and moving the ball wasn’t as good,” head coach Benji George said. “And that ultimately, was probably…
By Toby Hammes Manhattan High girls’ basketball upset Hayden, the No. 1 team in the state in Class 4A, after leading from start to finish in an all-around impressive 50-47 win on Tuesday. The Indians (11-6, 4-3) came off consecutive losses for the first time this season and had a tall task ahead with Hayden, but proved to not be fazed by the opponent. “They didn’t feel good about how things went the last two games, and I kept telling them ‘I know we’re better than that,’” head coach Scott Mall said. “They just came out, things went well for…
By Ned Seaton and Megan Moser At least 28 people have been fired from the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility in Manhattan since Friday as part of the sweeping cuts to the federal government workforce by the Trump administration, according to a source with direct knowledge of the situation. NBAF, the federal disease lab north of the K-State campus, is under the control of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The source, who spoke to The Mercury Monday on the condition that he not be named, said NBAF has terminated “at least” 28 people, all hired within the past two years…
Officials on Monday said MATC opened an office in the Fort Riley Education Center in October and has begun offering “career-focused education opportunities directly on post.” MATC and Fort Riley officials signed a memorandum of understanding in June to allow the college to offer classes with financial aid options including tuition assistance, VA benefits and other funding sources. It currently has a 19-credit-hour welding certificate course with two timeline options. The first allows students to take it as a 16-week evening course, with semesters beginning in January and August. The other is an accelerated, eight-week daytime course. MATC offers two…
City officials on Friday announced a portion Juliette Avenue is shutting down beginning Feb. 24 and lasting about 12 weeks before shifting further south. The closure will stretch from Poyntz Avenue south through the intersection of Juliette and Houston Street to the alley midway between Houston and Pierre streets. Pierre Street will remain open to through traffic during this phase, which officials think could last into May 2025. After that, the closure on Juliette will move south to affect Pierre Street. That will stretch between the aforementioned alley and the intersection of Juliette and Pierre. To view the full article…
By Zach DeLoach Ayoka Lee, the 14th-ranked Wildcats’ leading scorer and rebounder, has been sidelined since Jan. 19 when she suffered a fracture in her foot against Arizona State. However, Mittie said he’s still hopeful Lee will play Saturday when K-State hosts rival Kansas. “There’s been nothing that would indicate anything differently than that,” he said. Coaches have been optimistic about Lee’s return before the end of the regular season since they first announced the injury. Mittie said Lee has been ramping back up to where she was before getting hurt, including an individual workout before the Wildcats’ game at…
On Today’s episode of Within Reason with Mike Matson, he interviews Rebecca and Kale Katzenmeier, proprietors of Prairie Wood Connect Foundation. They discuss their efforts to preserve and protect the tall grass prairie in Manhattan. They also emphasize the importance of public access and education to foster a love for the prairie. Over 25 years, they’ve acquired 600 acres through 16 transactions, aiming to provide critical connections through education and recreation. Their foundation, now an independent 501(c)(3), focuses on ecological preservation and community engagement. Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Stream the show live weekday mornings at 9am: https://www.youtube.com/@NewsRadioKMAN. Click here…