Megan Steele, the newly elected Republican representative for Kansas’ 51st House District, will take office next week with a focus on balancing her conservative principles with a willingness to collaborate across ideological divides. Steele on Monday will replace fellow GOP Rep. Kenny Titus, who successfully ran for the State Senate, leaving the 51st District seat open. Known for her strong conservative stance on social issues, Steele said she’ll represent her district’s values while emphasizing the importance of open dialogue in the legislative process. “Sitting down and listening is something I intend to do,” she said on “Within Reason” with Mike…
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Anastasia Kenyon, 24, of Junction City, was arrested on January 8, 2024, at approximately 4:15 PM in the 1000 block of S. Seth Child Road. Kenyon was arrested on a Riley County District Court warrant for failure to appear. The original charges in this matter are making false information x 2, theft by deception value less than $1,500 x 2. Total bond was set at $20,000. Kenyon was confined at the time of this report. 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…
By Tim Everson Kansas State coaches have kept busy since the start of the new year, reeling in four more incoming transfers over the last week, bringing the incoming transfer total to 11. In the past week, the Wildcats have added Nebraska running back Gabe Ervin Jr., South Alabama cornerback Amarion Fortenberry, Alabama edge rusher Jayshawn Ross and Wagner offensive tackle Brandon Sneh. The Wildcats got the party started on Jan. 3, with the addition of Ervin. To view the full story visit theMercury.com Click here for more K-State sports.
On Wednesday’s edition of Within Reason with Mike Matson, Mike is joined by Kendra Kuhlman, executive director with the Manhattan Arts Center. Segment 1 – 0:00 Segment 2 – 6:20 Segment 3 – 24:29 Segment 4 – 37:58 https://www.youtube.com/live/KG8phQ2h59c?si=i8KT-yn3_nF6sshm
A Manhattan man finds himself in trouble after he was arrested by police on charges anywhere from identity theft to forgery. Officers arrested Myles Vaughn, 32, on probable cause offenses of theft of property or services with a value between $1500 and $25,000, forgery and identity theft just after 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Bond has been set at $20,000 in this case. Vaughn remains confined at the time of this report. Click here for more local news.
Officers filed a report of an injury accident on January 7, 2025, at approximately 10:15 AM at mile marker 306 on Tuttle Creek Blvd. Officer report a 32-year-old female lost control of her vehicle on the ice. Roxanne Brown was transported by EMS to Via Christi for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. Myles Vaughn, 32, of Manhattan, was arrested on January 7, 2025, at approximately 12:30 PM in the 1000 block of S. Seth Child Road. Vaughn was arrested on the probable cause offenses of theft of property or services ($1,500- $25,000), forgery, and identity theft. Total bond was set at…
https://youtu.be/giLy2Ijv_tc By Tim Everson A bad ending to the first half doomed the Kansas State men in a turnover-filled 79-66 loss at Oklahoma State on Tuesday in Stillwater, Oklahoma. A big Oklahoma State run to close the first half put the Cowboys in control, leading 43-24 at the break. That lead grew to as much as 21 midway through the second half, and the Wildcats (7-7, 1-2 Big 12) couldn’t get closer than 11 before the final buzzer. To view the full article visit theMercury.com Click here for more K-State sports.
On Tuesday’s edition of Within Reason with Mike Matson, Mike is joined by RCPD director Brian Peete. Seg. 1 – 0:00 Seg. 2 – 8:14 Seg. 3 – 27:12 Seg. 4 – 37:59 https://www.youtube.com/live/VonB0VXtDaM?si=pqpWGIg8D53m0Ir6
Riley County Police are investigating a theft that occurred on January 6, 2025, at approximately 5:30 PM at the intersection of N. Scenic Drive and Miller Parkway. A 34-year-old male reported that his trailer, which was hauling a washer, dryer, and other items, was stolen by an unknown subject. The total estimated loss from this theft is $1,400. The Riley County Police Department is asking anyone with information regarding the theft to contact Crime Stoppers. Tipsters can remain anonymous and may qualify for a cash reward of up to $1,000. Click here for more local news.
Officers filed a report of criminal destruction of property in the 1000 block of S. Seth Child Road on January 6, 2025, at approximately 10:38 AM. Officers report an inmate damaged a kiosk in the Riley County Jail. Total estimated loss associated with this report is approximately $1,000. Officers filed a report of theft at the intersection of N. Scenic Drive and Miller Parkway on January 6, 2025, at approximately 5:30. Officer list the victim as a 34-year-old male when it was reported a trailer owned by him hauling a washer and dryer, among other items, was taken by an…