Authorities say an unknown suspect stole thousands of dollars worth of construction equipment and tools this week, south of Manhattan. The Riley County Police Department says it happened Monday night in the 100 block of Deep Creek Road, when a 40-year-old man reported the theft, which included a wheelbarrow, a truck toolbox and copper cables or wires. The loss is estimated between $8,000 and $10,000. Police are looking for possible suspects and are seeking the public’s help. Anyone with information is asked to contact RCPD or Manhattan Riley County Crime Stoppers. Click here for more local Manhattan news.
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Officers filed a report for theft in the 100 block of Deep Creek Road in Manhattan on Oct. 7, 2025 at approximately 8:42 p.m. A 40-year-old man was listed as the victim when it was reported an unknown suspect stole various construction equipment and tools, including a wheelbarrow, truck toolbox and copper cables/wires. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $8,000 to $10,000. 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. Jessica…
On today’s episode of The Game, Cole will go over a mistake-filled loss for the Chiefs on Monday Night Football, we’ll discuss what stage of grief K-State’s football season is in, name a Jabroni of the Week and much more! https://www.youtube.com/live/UDZaBEj6cFA?si=AbMFcFwkcz8_gmXx Hour 1 Segment 1 – Cole upset with Chiefs stumbling in Jacksonville Segment 2 – Big 12 contenders and pretenders Segment 3 – Jabroni of the Week Hour 2 Segment 1 – K-State’s season is at what current stage of grief Segment 2 – Coach Klieman on K-State’s offense vs. Baylor Segment 3 – Ask Us Anything
Manhattan High volleyball put together another strong showing Saturday at the Centennial League Tournament, winning four of five matches to move to 19-6 overall. The Indians tallied a three-set victory over Emporia, rallying after dropping the first frame to win 21-25, 25-17, 25-14. Manhattan added a tight two-set win over Hayden, 27-25, 25-23, then swept Junction City 25-16, 25-7. To view the full article visit theMercury.com. Click here for more high school sports.
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An 18-year-old Manhattan man was injured in an accident at 10:23 p.m. Monday near the intersection of North Manhattan Avenue and Fremont Street. Riley County police officers found a Lexus driven by Claire Holt, 21, of Manhattan had struck Philip Trice-Ortega, who was driving an electric scooter. Trice-Ortega was transported to Ascension Via Christi Hospital for treatment of his injuries and Holt was issued a citation for failure to yield right of way at a stop sign. Click here for more local Manhattan news.
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