By Rose Gruenbacher A Manhattan resident pleaded guilty to charges of crimes against children Monday in Riley County District Court. Dkuwasi Oscar, 20, and his attorney Trey Bryant, chief public defender, reached a deal with county prosecutor Bethany Fields and entered Oscar’s plea before judge Kendra Lewison. Oscar pleaded guilty to two counts of sexual exploitation of a child, two counts of furnishing alcohol to a minor and two counts of contributing to a child’s misconduct or deprivation. His case goes forward for sentencing Oct. 10, at 2:30 p.m. To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more…
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By Rose Gruenbacher A Manhattan man on Monday pleaded not guilty to charges of child sex crimes, and now will go to trial in December. Joseph Ray Marlow, 25, appeared in Riley County District Court before judge John Bosch and pleaded not guilty to two counts of aggravated criminal sodomy of a child under 14 years old and two counts of aggravated indecent liberties with a child under 14 years old. His lawyer, chief public defender Trey Bryant, will plead Marlow’s case to a jury in a four-day trial set to begin Dec. 2. To view the full article visit…
By Cole Bertelsen During Parks and Recreation’s report to the city commission on Tuesday, the plan to survey residents about their desire for indoor water facilities received mixed reactions. Mayor Karen said she did not support a community survey about possibly adding an indoor water facility to CiCo Park. The survey has a projected cost of $22,000. “Spending $22,000 to find out how people feel, to me, is a waste of money,” Mayor Karen McCulloh said. “I think we are not at a point where we can ask people on a survey if they are interested in supporting indoor water.”…
The demand for childcare in our region outpaces the supply. With waiting lists long and funding short, some business leaders in Manhattan have taken it upon themselves to help. The Flint Hills Community Accelerator is an innovative structure that provides space and resources for childcare providers. Lisa Isaacson, executive director of the program, joins Mike today to break that vision down. Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Stream the show live weekday mornings at 9am: https://www.youtube.com/@NewsRadioKMAN. Click here to listen on Apple Podcast. Click here to listen on Spotify.
The RCPD is investigating a case of criminal damage to property after an ATM was vandalized outside Landmark Bank in downtown Manhattan. Officers filed the report around 10:56 a.m. on July 23 in the 700 block of Poyntz Avenue. According to police, an unknown suspect damaged the door to the ATM’s check and cash drop. The estimated cost of the damage is approximately $600. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Riley County Police Department or Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Tips can be submitted anonymously and may qualify for a cash reward of up to $1,000. Click here…
At just 15 years old, Manhattan High golfer Charlie Haney already had a high school state medal in his pocket. Now he’s a Kansas Amateur medalist — and possibly the youngest in tournament history. The rising sophomore put together back-to-back rounds of 65 and 67 in stroke play last week at the 115th Kansas Amateur Championship, finishing 12-under at Firekeeper Golf Course in Mayetta. Out of 154 of the state’s best amateurs, Haney qualified as the No. 1 seed for match play and earned medalist honors. Central Links Golf is still verifying the records as of press time, but Haney…
Officers filed a report for criminal damage to property in the 700 block of Poyntz Ave, in Manhattan on July 23, 2025, at approximately 10:56 a.m. Landmark Bank was listed as the victim when it was reported an unknown suspect damaged the door to the ATM check/cash drop. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $600. Anyone with information, contact RCPD or the Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Using the Crime Stoppers service can allow you remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward up to $1,000. Mason Moon, 23, of Manhattan, was arrested on…
A Manhattan woman is set to serve 12 months of probation, after reaching a plea agreement with county prosecutors earlier this month. Jessica Miller, 42, was granted probation by Riley County District Court Judge John Bosch on July 14 during a plea hearing and sentencing for her case. Miller pleaded guilty to two counts of endangering a child, possession of THC and possession of drug paraphernalia. THC stands for tetrahydrocannabinol, a psychoactive compound commonly found in marijuana that can cause a “high.” To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more local news.
A flood watch is in effect from noon Thursday through noon Friday as forecasters warn of the potential for severe weather and heavy rainfall across the area. Showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop this afternoon and evening, with isolated wind gusts reaching 50 to 60 miles per hour. The storms may also bring heavy downpours, increasing the risk of localized flooding. The most significant rainfall is anticipated overnight Thursday into Friday morning, with storms continuing to impact the region before moving northeast by Saturday morning. In the wake of the storms, hot and humid conditions are expected to build…
K-State on Wednesday announced the closure of the school’s center for LGBTQ+ connection, advocacy and education. Thomas Lane, vice president for academic success and student affairs and dean of students, published a letter announcing the closure of the K-State Spectrum Center effective July 31. He did not say what led to the decision to close the center. Lane said the center has contributed to the university’s “national recognition as a campus that values LGBQ+ students.” To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more Kansas State University news.