KMAN’s AJ Shaw is joined by Daryn Soldan and Sharla Meisenheimer from the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce and Dr. Colene Lind, Dr. Nathaniel Birkhead and Kelm Lear from the K-State Institute for Civic Discourse and Democracy.
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Officers filed a report of rape on September 18, 2024, at approximately 9:48 AM in Manhattan. Due to the nature of this crime, no other details will be released at this time. Malcomb DePippa, 29, of Manhattan was arrested on September 18, 2024, at approximately 11:40 PM in the 800 block of Fremont. DePippa was arrested on the probable cause offense of domestic battery. Total bond was set at $6,000. DePippa was confined at the time of this report. Anyone with information can contact Crime Stoppers. Using Crime Stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash…
By Toby Hammes Last year, Hays football marched into Bishop Stadium and was left flattened by a 49-7 beatdown by Manhattan High football, extending Manhattan’s program-long win streak to 16 games. But the streak is no longer, and Hays has elevated its program. According to Manhattan head coach Joe Schartz, this is not an opponent to look past. Hays presents two main obstacles standing in the way of Manhattan’s perfect record. To view the full story visit theMercury.com.
By Zach DeLoach zdeloach@themercury.com Kansas State women’s basketball beat out a handful of elite programs to snag a five-star recruit Friday afternoon. Jordan Speiser, the reigning Gatorade Missouri Player of the Year, committed to head coach Jeff Mittie’s program during her on-campus visit to Manhattan, picking the Wildcats over powerhouse schools like Connecticut, Iowa and North Carolina. A 6-foot-1 guard from Warrenton, Missouri, Speiser is the No. 20 overall player in ESPN’s HoopGurlz rankings in the class of 2025. She is the second highly ranked class of 2025 recruit Mittie has picked up after 5-foot-11 four-star guard Aniya Foy —…
Manhattan city commissioners on Tuesday approved a second reading of the 2025 budget, making final a nearly 14% city tax increase for the average homeowner. The $299.6 million budget passed on a vote of 3-2. Commissioners John Matta and Peter Oppelt voted against it. The first reading Sept. 3 passed on an identical vote. Matta said at the previous meeting he wouldn’t support tax increases, mainly because the $400k in increases to outside agencies, while the city is doing budget cuts and increasing the mill rate, and added Tuesday that he would continue to represent the taxpayers best interests. To…
By Emma Loura eloura@themercury.com Linda Glasgow may be retiring, but that doesn’t mean it’s the end for someone who enjoys history. After 32 years as the archivist and curator of the Riley County Historical Museum, Glasgow is ready to hang it up. “It’s been a joy to work here,” Glasgow said. To view the full article visit theMercury.com.
The Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday announced the winners of its 2024 Business Awards, which recognize local businesses in six categories. The chamber established criteria for each award and accepted nominations, and a committee evaluated each business and selected finalists based on which most matched the criteria. “We are thrilled to get the opportunity to honor so many great businesses,” said Jason Smith, president and CEO of the chamber, in a written statement. “This is a great opportunity to recognize the importance of the business community on Manhattan’s economy and the quality of life of its residents.” To…
KMAN’s AJ Shaw is joined by USD 383 assistant superintendent Nathan Downs and board member Christine Weixelman, Manhattan Christian College president Kevin Ingram and Riley County Extension agent Gregg Eyestone.
The Kansas State men’s golf team put together its third-consecutive round of under-par golf on Tuesday, while senior Nicklaus Mason posted another round in the 60s as each recorded wire-to-wire victories at the Wildcat Invitational held at the par-72, 7,525-yard Colbert Hills Golf Course. The Wildcats posted their third-consecutive victory on their home course as they recorded a three-round total of 14-under par 850 to earn a 16-stroke win. K-State held a five-shot lead entering the final round but turned in a score of 5-under par 283 to separate from Jacksonville State. Mason tallied his first-collegiate individual championship at 11-under…
Officers filed a report of larceny from a motor vehicle on September 17, 2024, at approximately 10:44 AM in the 700 block of Pecan Circle. Officers listed a 54-year-old female as the victim when it was reported an unknown subject stole tools from her work truck over the weekend. Total estimated loss associated with this report is $2,000. Anyone with information 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. Ryan Inglett, 38, of Manhattan, was arrested on September 17, 2024, at approximately 3:38 PM in…