Segment 1 Marcia Rozell, executive director of Visit Manhattan Segment 2 Riley County extension agent John Jobe Segments 3 and 4 Lt. Gen Perry Wiggins, executive director of the Governor’s Military Council
Author: KMAN Staff
Manhattan High boys’ soccer responded from a two-game skid at home to defeat rival Junction City in double overtime on Tuesday. The Indians (3-6) had a week off prior to the contest and the much-needed time off proved to be beneficial. Manhattan used its second wind to its advantage, outlasting the Blue Jays 2-1. Before the victory, Manhattan had seen a pair of home losses come in the final minutes, including a 2-1 overtime loss to Wichita North less than two weeks ago. To view the full story visit theMercury.com.
Officers filed a report of theft on October 2, 2024, at approximately 11:29 AM in the 3400 block of Chimney Rock Road. Officers listed a 27-year-old female as the victim when it was reported an unknown suspect sent emails and text messages posing as the victim’s boss asking her to purchase gift cards and send pictures of the gift cards. Total loss associated with this report is $1,200. 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…
By Toby Hammes At the midway point of the regular season, Manhattan High football returns to the confines of Bishop Stadium for homecoming against Emporia High. On paper, it’s a matchup that does not favor the Spartans who march into Manhattan with a 0-4 mark. On the other sideline, the Indians remain unscathed this season, boasting a perfect 4-0 mark. Last year, the Indians throttled Emporia with a 51-7 victory, bouncing back from the team’s 16-game winning streak being snapped at Washburn Rural the week prior. This year, it’s not an opportunity to respond in a time of adversity but…
From K-State Athletics MANHATTAN, Kan. – Former Kansas State All-American Markquis Nowell has signed a contract to play with the Houston Rockets, the organization announced late Tuesday night (Oct. 1). Nowell signs with the Rockets after spending part of the 2023-24 season with the Toronto Raptors, which signed him to a two-way contract following the 2023 NBA Draft. He spent most of his first professional season with the Raptors’ G-League team, the Raptors 905, playing in just 13 games before an injury sidelined him for the rest of the 2023-24 season. He averaged 13.8 points on 40.7 percent shooting with…
Commissioners — minus Mayor Susan Adamchak, who was absent from the meeting — on Tuesday unanimously approved a request for proposals for design-build services. This starts the process for what is expected to be a $10-million project, which will go back before commissioners in the coming months. Commissioner John Matta said he supports the improvements, and also believes major cutbacks may be needed. To view the full story visit theMercury.com.
The Commerce Bank branch at 727 Poyntz Ave. will become a drive-thru only location on Friday. In a letter sent to customers, Commerce Bank officials said they are “finalizing plans for a new Manhattan regional headquarters.” Officials in the letter said the bank’s traditional banking services will move to its Westport Commons location at 2740 Claflin Road. To view the full story visit theMercury.com.
The total number of students at the university’s campuses in Manhattan, Olathe and Salina is 20,295 after there were 19,745 students in 2023-24. It is the second straight year K-State’s enrollment has grown after nearly a decade of decline. “Our plan to broaden the university’s reach in a strategic and measured manner is a responsibility we take seriously every day,” said provost and executive vice president Jesse Perez Mendez in a written statement. “But it is also one we celebrate, especially when we see such positive results. These numbers aren’t just 20,000-plus students — they’re 20,000-plus stories and opportunities to…
The last few years have brought a wave of monumental changes to college sports, and Big 12 deputy commissioner Tim Weiser knows now is the time for him to step away. Weiser, who previously was Kansas State’s athletics director from 2001 to 2008, will retire at the end of this year after helping the conference work through yet another round of realignment. For the last 16 years, Weiser has overseen the day-to-day operations in the conference office, served as the primary liaison to the board of directors and handled sportsmanship issues. He has served under four Big 12 commissioners, watched…
The Riley County Police Department is investigating five separate incidents of theft that occurred in the overnight hours of October 1st. Three were motor vehicle thefts, and the other two involved items being taken from inside vehicles. A 2012 Chevy Silverado was reported stolen in the 1200 block of Kearney St, a Kawasaki ZX6R motorcycle was stolen in the 1000 block of Bertrand St, and a 2003 Yamaha T25 motorcycle was stolen in the 900 block of Clafin Rd. The total loss associated with these cases are $16,000, $8,000, and $4,000. Two cars on Yuma, near 6th and 11th street,…