2026 News Archive
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Little change in latest drought monitor
The latest Kansas drought monitor has shown very little change over the past week. According to new numbers released Thursday, a majority of southwest Kansas remains in the Severe Drought category...
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Health department employees resign after investigation
Three people including the director have resigned from the Riley County Health Department after a months-long investigation.
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US Senate hopeful Patrick Schmidt targets property taxes, AI safety in primary push
Eleven Democrats are vying for a single U.S. Senate seat this August, setting up one of the most competitive primary races in recent years.
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Douglas County Special Olympics sending 10 athletes to this year’s USA Games
Athletes from Douglas County Special Olympics will be competing in swimming, bocce ball, flag footba
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Catholic charity offers disaster relief to Kansas storm victims
Catholic Charities of Northern Kansas offer disaster relief for storm victims
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Peete to leave RCPD director post
Riley County Police Department director Brian Peete confirmed to The Mercury Thursday morning that he is resigning, effective Dec. 31.
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Avila rebounds, taking a shutout into the 6th as the Royals beat Washington 6-2 to avoid a sweep
By NOAH TRISTER AP Baseball WriterWASHINGTON (AP) — Luinder Avila took a shutout into the sixth, and the Kansas City Royals hit four solo homers in the first three innings of a 6-2 victory over the...
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Wilkerson says technology hurts and helps prosecutions
Riley County Attorney Barry Wilkerson said while advancements in technology aid his office in the prosecution of crimes, they also create new challenges for those trying to bring alleged criminals to...
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