Officers filed a report of theft in the 100 block of Bluemont on September 27, 2024, at approximately 5:32 AM. Officers listed Wal-Mart as the victim when it was reported an associate, now former, had stolen from them on eighteen separate occasions. Total loss associated with this report is approximately $1,400. Adrian Watson, 54, of Manhattan, was arrested on September 26, 2024, at approximately 12:15 PM in the 3100 block of Anderson Ave. Watson was arrested on the probable cause offense of driving while license cancelled and violation of the offender registration act. Total bond was set at $5,750. Watson…
Author: KMAN Staff
The Sunset Zoo recently introduced a new pair of furry friends to the local community. Zoo officials announced Thursday that resident Malayan tigers Indrah and Jaya gave birth to the Zoo’s first-ever tiger cubs on August 23rd. The births mark a significant milestone in the Zoo’s conservation efforts and supports the global effort to save the critically endangered Malayan Tiger.
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Manhattan High volleyball saw its two-game win streak snapped earlier this week, competing in a triangular at Mill Valley on Monday. The Indians drop to 4-8 on the season after falling to the host Jaguars and Tonganoxie High. In the opener against Mill Valley, Manhattan fell in straight sets. The Indians battled in the opening set, falling just 25-23 but then being outmatched in the final set, 25-10. To view the full story visit theMercury.com.
Manhattan High girls’ tennis kicked off the week with a pair of meets, highlighted by a second-place finish at a Shawnee Mission East quad on Monday. The Indians finished with a team record of 6-6, slotting them behind the Lancers who cruised to a 10-2 title. Junction City trailed at 5-7, followed by Shawnee Mission South at 3-9. To view the full story visit theMercury.com.
Manhattan High girls’ golf continues to score amongst the best in the state, placing second in the 12-team field at Lawrence Free State on Monday. The Indians only trailed Shawnee Mission East who scored sub-300 for the tournament title. The Lancers’ tally of 296 was only challenged by Manhattan at 304. In third was Olathe West at 346. To view the full article visit theMercury.com.
By Toby Hammes Rivalry week has arrived for Manhattan High football as it aims to secure its chokehold on the Silver Trophy for the fourth straight year. The Indians head to Junction City with a spotless 3-0 record while the Blue Jays ride a two-game losing streak for a 1-2 record. But according to head coach Joe Schartz, you can throw it all out during rivalry week. To view the full article visit theMercury.com.
Of-age Manhattanites soon may have more opportunities to walk around with an adult drink during special events. Manhattan city commissioners on Tuesday split over the possible adoption of a common consumption area ordinance, which would allow a person to possess and consume an alcoholic beverage within a specified area not licensed to serve alcohol at a specified time. That potentially could include city property, sidewalks and streets. To view the full article visit theMercury.com.
The Riley County Police Department is investigating a scam involving a man posing as an RCPD lieutenant. RCPD officers filed a report of fraud Tuesday at around 1 p.m. where a 38-year-old male victim reported he withdrew money from his bank and deposited it into a CoinStar machine in a scam that involved an unknown subject posing as a lieutenant from Riley County Police Department. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers.