It’s been a wild time. After nearly three decades of leadership, Sunset Zoo director Scott Shoemaker has retired following 29 years in the position. “Scott Shoemaker’s 29 years of leadership as zoo director have left an extraordinary legacy that will be felt for generations to come at Sunset Zoo and throughout the Manhattan community,” said Aaron Stewart, parks and recreation director for the city of Manhattan. “He led with integrity, mentored generations of staff, and built meaningful connections with visitors and the community. To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more local Manhattan news.
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By Tim Everson Kansas State’s top pass catcher and playmaker is headed to the transfer portal. Junior wide receiver Jayce Brown is leaving Manhattan for his senior season, the star wide-out announced on social media Tuesday evening. To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more K-State sports.
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A Manhattan man is under investigation for illegal activities online. The Riley County Police Department says 30-year-old Koltyn Moore was arrested Tuesday evening at Manhattan Town Center on district court warrant for unlawful computer acts and theft by deception. The arrest stems from a Nov. 14 alleged incident. Moore was issued a $10,000 bond but was no longer confined as of Wednesday morning’s arrest report. Click here for more local Manhattan news.
Koltyn Moore, 30, of Manhattan, was arrested at approximately 6:25 p.m. on Dec. 16, 2025 in the 200 block of Manhattan Town Center on a Riley County District Court warrant for unlawful computer acts and theft by deception. This arrest stems from a report filed on Nov. 14, 2025. Moore was issued a total bond of $10,000 and is no longer confined in the Riley County Jail. 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 up to $1,000. Click here for…
On today’s episode of The Game, we’ll go over two big wins for K-State basketball at Creighton, talk to “Voice of the Wildcats” Wyatt Thompson, go over the latest K-State football news, a tragic ending to the 2025 season for the Chiefs and more! https://www.youtube.com/live/w5bGsTRqer0?si=t_8VmjGHYc7Xm1gM Hour 1 Segment 1 – K-State men’s basketball survives Creighton Segment 2 – “Voice of the Wildcats” Wyatt Thompson Segment 3 – Jabroni of the Week Hour 2 Segment 1 – Cats land Pratt TE, Buddy Wyatt back on staff, & Jayce Brown entering portal Segment 2 – Injury to insult for the Chiefs on…
Manhattan High girls’ basketball overcame a near double-digit fourth-quarter deficit to earn a gritty 77–74 overtime win at Shawnee Heights on Monday night. The comeback victory pushed the Indians to 5–1 heading into three weeks of rest during holiday break, allowing Manhattan to recover after a jam-packed start to the season. Click here to view the full article. Click here for more high school sports.
Behind a career night from Will Carpenter and a gritty late push, Manhattan High boys’ basketball edged Shawnee Heights 56–54 on Monday in a back-and-forth battle to extend its winning streak to five games heading into the winter break. The 6-foot guard Carpenter finished with a career-high 27 points, knocking down six 3-pointers, including a late dagger that capped a strong closing stretch for the Indians. Sawyer Newton added 12, while Manhattan leaned on defensive stops and timely execution to pull out the win. To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more high school sports.
Sunset Zoo staff found an early Christmas present recently. The zoo announced Friday that on the morning of Dec. 7, zookeepers discovered Kivuli, the black-and-white colobus monkey, had given birth overnight. Colobus gestation lasts approximately six months, and based on observed breeding behavior, staff had a general idea of when the baby might arrive. When Kivuli started showing signs of impending birth, zookeepers installed cameras and started “baby watch.” Footage revealed that Kivuli gave birth around 1:30 a.m. To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more local Manhattan news.
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