by Emma Loura Thousands of college students, including freshmen moving out on their own for the first time, packed their things and moved into the K-State dormitories this week. Over the course of a few days, students set up their identification cards, received their keys and moved carts filled with their belongings into the dorms. The official move-in day was Wednesday, though students could move in as early as Sunday for an additional fee. Band members and Greek life participants began moving in Saturday. To view the whole story visit themercury.com
Author: KMAN Staff
Mahattan, KS (K-State) – One of the most prolific runners and all-purpose performers in college football history, Darren Sproles ’05, will be the grand marshal of the 2024 Homecoming Parade. He was selected for the honor by the All-University Homecoming Committee and the K-State Alumni Association. The Parade will take place on Oct. 25 at 5 p.m., beginning at Manhattan Town Center and proceeding through Aggieville before ending in City Park for the Homecoming pep rally. Sproles, a former Wildcat running back, holds more than 20 school and conference records. He helped lead the Wildcats to a Big 12 title…
KMAN’s AJ Shaw is joined by Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce president and CEO Jason Smith to discuss local business and economic development in the area.
A judge Tuesday delayed sentencing for a Riley man convicted of robbing another man at gunpoint. Twenty-six-year-old Brandon Welty appeared before Judge Grant Bannister on Tuesday in Riley County District Court. More on this story can be found at the Mercury.
A local furry friend is retiring from active duty in the Junction City Police Department. JCPD announced this week that K-9 Barney is calling it quits after serving the citizens of Junction City for approximately 11 years. Barney has received multiple awards in his career from the Heart of America Police Dog Association which include numerous narcotics cases of the year awards, detector dog awards, and a patrol dog award. More information can be found at themercury.com.
Officers filed a report of aggravated assault at the corner of Bluemont Ave. and 9th St. on August 14, 2024, at approximately 10:14 PM. Officers listed 16 and 19-year-old males as the victims when it was reported an unknown suspect brandished a gun toward them then fled on 10th Street in a black SUV. 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. Henry Lige III, 37, of Manhattan, was arrested on August 14, 2024, at approximately 4:45 PM in the 1000…
Riley County Public Works announced Wednesday that the structure replacement project on Ober Road is scheduled to begin Monday, August 26, 2024. The project is located approximately 4/10ths mile West of the Ober Rd./Droll Rd. Intersection. Ober Rd. will be closed to through traffic during construction from the intersection of Ober Rd./Droll Rd. west to the intersection of Ober Rd. / North Fork Rd. The project is expected to be completed by Friday, August 30, weather permitting.
The Riley County Appraisers office is conducting a survey of multifamily, commercial, and industrial properties where they are studying trends in the local real estate market regarding rent prices, occupancy, and operating expenses. Income and expense questionnaires will be mailed this Thursday, August 15th to Riley County properties in those categories. The forms are also available on the Riley County website in the Appraiser section. All survey responses will remain confidential in accordance with Kansas Law and standards of professional appraisal practice. For more on this story visit themercury.com
The Sunset Zoo announced via a press release Wednesday that red pandas Loofah and Simone gave birth to a female cub on July 14th. “The first 30 days of a red panda cub’s life are critical, and our staff are tending to the cub’s needs around the clock to ensure the best care possible,” said Head Zookeeper Caitlin Kenney. “The good news is, this little girl is a fighter. She has already overcome several obstacles and she continues to grow and flourish.” Zoo staff reportedly chose the name Suni as an ode to Olympic gymnast Suni Lee. Red pandas are…