Two were transported to a local hospital following an accident near a roundabout on Tuesday evening in Manhattan. RCPD reports that 27-year-old Subdint Cruz of Manhattan and a minor child were transported to Via Christi by EMS and then later to separate hospitals after they were both struck by a Honda Civic driven by 48-year-old Aaron Crews of Junction City as they tried to cross the street. Their statuses are unknown at this time. Last month News Radio KMAN released a story, based on RCPD traffic data, where it was revealed that the roundabout at Bluemont Ave and Fourth St…
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Riley County police on Tuesday reported 11 motor vehicle burglaries in the past 24 hours. Police believe these burglaries are connected but are still in the early stages of investigating. Most of the cars the burglars broke into were unlocked, police said. Items stolen include cash, purses, wallets, sunglasses, and a weapon. Tokoi said the majority of these incidents happened in the northwest side of Manhattan. So far, police have received leads, including an eyewitness account and Ring doorbell footage. Anyone with information can contact Crime Stoppers or call the non-emergency police number at 537-2112. Check out our website at…
Photos by Lewis Merian – Mercury Staff Photographer An annual tradition in the Little Apple, the 23rd Spirit of the Holidays Lighted Parade took place Friday, Dec. 6, 2024, in Manhattan. Heritage Builders takes part in the 23rd annual Spirit of the Holidays Lighted Parade, Friday, Dec. 6, 2024, in Manhattan. Entries make their way down Poyntz Avenue during the 23rd annual Spirit of the Holidays Lighted Parade, Friday, Dec. 6, 2024, in Manhattan. Wild and Associates LLC American Family Insurance received the “Spirit of the Breadbasket” award during the 23rd annual Spirit of the Holidays Lighted Parade, Friday, Dec.…
For the fourth year in a row, Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan has been named as a 2025 High Performing hospital for Maternity Care by U.S. News & World Report, a global authority in hospital rankings and consumer advice. The designation is the highest recognition a hospital can earn in the Best Hospitals for Maternity Care annual ratings. Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan received the High Performing designation based on its strong performance in key areas such as low rates of severe unexpected newborn complications, implementation of birthing-friendly practices, and commitment to transparency on racial and ethnic disparities, among other…
Officers reported a motor vehicle theft in the 500 block of S. 15th Street on December 9, 2024 at approximately 6:55 AM. Officers listed Olgoonik Enterprise as the victim when it was reported a work truck was stolen by an unknown suspect. It was discovered an additional vehicle was missing, a 2012 GMC Denali. Both vehicles were later located in Frankfort, Kansas. A suspect, Kimberlea Becklund, 32, homeless, was arrested by the Pottawatomie County Sherriff’s office. Officers filed ten (10) reports of motor vehicle theft in the last 24-hours. It cannot be emphasized enough to secure your property, lock your vehicles, and…
By Annie Wolfe/Times of Pott County Construction of the bridge on Schoeman Rd crossing the Kansas River, often referred to as the Belvue Bridge, is off to a strong start. Nearly 75 percent of the deck has been removed, and the steel is in good condition other than a five foot area of corrosion that will need to be replaced. The area in question will add an estimated $10,558 to the project. Two stringers and splices showing extensive corrosion will be replaced. Public Works Administrator Tim Eisenbarth informed the commission of the change order at Monday’s meeting. The rest of…
By Emma Loura One option, a 1998 4800 International dual-purpose wildland pumper, is the fire department’s proposed pick. It costs $30,000 and has 44,400 miles. “It is a dual-purpose truck, it has four wheel drive,” said Russel Stukey, the emergency management director, “So it’s not an aggressive, what we call heavy brush but it’s a truck that can help us fight both grass fires and house fires. It’s the right size to fit into the fire station.” Stuckey said one old truck, the 1986 model Pumper 114, no longer works like it used to. Staff from Riley County Fire Department…
A Manhattan man is behind bars following a an early morning arrest on Monday. 64-year-old Kenneth Edward Scott was arrested in the 2100 block of Patricia Plaza around 3 a.m. on one count of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, and anotgher count of criminal threat causing evacuation. He is still being held within the Riley County Jail on a total bond of $10,000.
The Jingle Bell Rock has been located at Northeast Community Park in Manhattan. Colin and Diana Rose, along with their dog, found the rock in record time Monday on Cecil’s bass Birding Trail adjacent to the park. The couple further detailed their journey, which started on McCall Road. “After the landing we came across the Big Blue River Trail,” said Colin. “We followed around with our dog, and we came to a part where you can either go left or go right. And my wife was standing on top of a rock, which was covering the Jingle Bell Rock. I…
Riley County Police are investigating a case of aggravated assault that occurred on December 6, 2024, at approximately 5:05 PM in the 100 block of Fort Riley Boulevard. According to the report, a 30-year-old woman was merging onto the highway when a 20-year-old man allegedly brandished a rifle at her. Authorities have not released further details about the incident as the investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information about the case is encouraged to contact Riley County Police or Crime Stoppers to assist in the investigation.