Robert Copple, hospital president of Ascension Via Christi in Manhattan announced Thursday he is leaving the hospital, effective this week. In a statement sent to hospital staff, Copple said he and his wife, Kim, are not leaving the community. Copple said he was thankful for the opportunity to work with the staff of Ascension Via Christi and being a part of “providing much-needed healthcare services in our community.” To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more local Manhattan news.
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On today’s episode of The Game, we’ve got a preview show as K-State faces KU in the 123rd Sunflower Showdown on Saturday. We’ll have our weekly conversation with Curry Sexton, talk to KUSports.com editor Henry Greenstein and more! https://www.youtube.com/live/YOsTxKu1kls?si=n8DR7CRf6olJzsi3 Hour 1 Segment 1 – Who’s in and out for the Sunflower Showdown Segment 2 – KU preview with Henry Greenstein Segment 3 – K-State WBB Top 25 according to coaches Hour 2 Segment 1 – Interview with Curry Sexton Segment 2 – Mitch in Vegas Segment 3 – Keys vs. KU
By Toby Hammes Manhattan High football couldn’t have scripted a much better senior night last Friday as a 50-0 shutout and healthier roster sent a reminder of what this team can look like when everything clicks. Now the Indians want to take that momentum on the road. To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more high school sports.
By Tim Everson Kansas State senior offensive lineman Taylor Poitier grew up a KU fan. It’s understandable. Poitier grew up in the Kansas City area, went to high school at Bishop Miege and loved basketball. He grew up going to Bill Self basketball camps, and his childhood bedroom is painted in Jayhawk crimson and blue (although he says he doesn’t sleep in there anymore). To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more K-State sports.
By Tim Everson Kansas State will be without a few key offensive pieces heading into Saturday’s Sunflower Showdown. According to the Big 12’s midweek injury report released Wednesday night, star junior running back Dylan Edwards will miss his fifth game of the season. To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more K-State sports.
Riley County police are investigating a motorcycle theft reported Wednesday morning in the 800 block of Laramie Street. Officers were called around 10:15 a.m. after a 19-year-old man reported his Honda motorcycle had been stolen by an unknown suspect. The bike is valued at about $2,700. Anyone with information should contact the Riley County Police Department or Manhattan-Riley County Crime Stoppers. Click here for more local Manhattan news.
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A Manhattan man was arrested Wednesday evening on two outstanding warrants and is now facing additional charges. Riley County Police say William Benner, 24, was taken into custody Wednesday evening in the 400 block of Fort Riley Blvd on warrants for failure to appear, stemming from past charges of drug possession and driving without a license. During his arrest, Benner was additionally charged with interfering with law enforcement and trafficking contraband into the jail. He remains jailed on a total bond of $18,500. Click here for more local Manhattan news.
A Manhattan man is behind bars after a report of criminal damage to property and intimidation of a witness. According to the Riley County Police Department, 33-year-old Michael Brooks was arrested Wednesday evening. The victim in the case is a 27-year-old woman. Police say the two are known acquaintances. Brooks is confined on a $6,000 bond. Click here for more local Manhattan news.
Officers filed a report of criminal damage to property and intimidation of a witness or victim at approximately 6:34 p.m. on Oct. 22, 2025 in Manhattan. A 27-year-old woman was listed as the victim and 33-year-old man known to the victim was listed as the suspect. Michael Brooks, 33, of Manhattan, was arrested at approximately 9:08 p.m. in Manhattan for criminal damage to property and intimidation of a witness or victim. Brooks was issued a total bond of $6,000 and remains confined in the Riley County Jail at the time of this report. William Benner, 24, of Manhattan, was arrested…