A Manhattan resident previously arrested in connection with a recent string of motor vehicle burglaries has been taken into custody again, now facing additional charges and a higher bond. On Tuesday, officers arrested 19-year-old Alexander Darnell in association with multiple vehicle burglaries reported over the last few weeks. In that arrest, Darnell was charged with probable cause offenses of motor vehicle theft valued between $1,500 and $25,000, interference with law enforcement, two counts of possession of an opiate or stimulant, possession with intent to use drug paraphernalia, and vehicle burglary. At the time, he was confined on a $19,000 bond…
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Officers filed a report of theft in the 500 block of Richards Drive on December 13, 2024 at approximately 10:19 AM. Officers listed a 30-year-old male as the victim when it was reported agreed to donate $5 to a charitable cause but his card was charged $6,000. Total loss associated with this report is $6,000. 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. Officers filed a report of an injury accident at the corner of S. Seth Child Road and Farm Bureau…
By Tim Everson Another substantial part of the Kansas State’s offense has hit the transfer portal. Junior wide receiver Keagan Johnson is headed to this third school after transferring to K-State from Iowa heading into the 2023 season. “Thank you Kansas State and the community of Manhattan for the overwhelming support during my time as a Wildcat,” Johnson said in a statement on social media. “I will forever cherish my time here, and I will keep these memories forever. With that being said, I have decided to enter the transfer portal.” To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here…
By Toby Hammes As a setting sun falls over Wamego Country Club, rays of red, orange, and yellow tuck behind the jointly-colored water tower until the light is no more. But there is light — a glimmer shining on one of the par-70 course’s practice green holes. Wamego golfer Addison Douglass has a flashlight hooked onto one of the practice pins, perfecting her craft into the depths of the evening. The junior’s commitment to perfection has paid off to the note of three consecutive Class 4A championships. To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more high school…
Starting today, two-way traffic on Denison Ave will be restored south of Kimball Avenue to the NBAF main entrance, while also implementing a closure extending south from the NBAF entrance to the north side of the Kerr Drive intersection. During this next period of construction, traffic access to Denison south of Kimball will be “right in, right out” only. Denison traffic will not be able to cross Kimball to the north nor turn left across traffic to go westbound — only turn right onto Kimball. Westbound traffic on Kimball will be able to turn left onto Denison, but must yield…
One of the best running backs in Kansas State history is ready for the next chapter of his career. Junior DJ Giddens announced Saturday that he would be skipping his senior season in Manhattan and declaring for the upcoming NFL Draft in April. “Growing up in Junction City, I always knew what a great program Kansas State football was,” Giddens said in a statement on his social media. ” I wasn’t sure if I’d have the opportunity to play there. But I worked hard, and it turned out to be a life-changing opportunity.” The former Blue Jay star worked hard…
Under the relentless glare of Friday night lights, the quarterback stands alone as a leader, a tactician, and a target. One can only hope to see the bruising reality of countless hits each week culminate in playing at the highest stage of the sport. Manhattan High’s Carter Aslin forged himself into the quarterback mold, becoming the Indians’ fearless fighter to the Kansas 6A state title game and falling mere fingertips away from a state championship. For those reasons and more, he is The Mercury’s Fall All-Flint Hills Male Athlete of the Year. To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click…
Manhattan High boys’ basketball nearly got back on track in Dodge City on Friday night but a buzzer-beating 3-pointer by Anthony Perez sent the home crowd to the floor in a 57-56 win. The Indians (1-4) suffered another gut-wrenching defeat on the young season while the Red Demons (1-1) grabbed their first win. “I think right now, our ego is really getting in the way of a lot of potential,” head coach Benji George said. “We have to get over ourselves a little bit, I think as a team, and we have to buy into the fact that we’re much…
If you blinked, you might’ve missed Manhattan High girls’ basketball 20-0 start against Dodge City on Friday night, which ultimately led to a 66-22 road takeover. The Indians (4-1) extend their winning streak to four games, with the only loss coming narrowly in the season opener against Life Prep Academy. Dodge City fell to 0-2. Sophomore Bailey Busch notched a career-high of 18 points. The 5-foot-8 guard was the only scorer in double figures as 12 different Indians scored. As a team, Manhattan shot 41.5% with 9-16 shooting from distance. To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for…