Aaron Estabrook is suspending his campaign for the Kansas House of Representatives.

The former Manhattan city commissioner and school board member posted on social media Thursday morning his decision comes after “reflecting on several important factors,” — most notably underlying health concerns and ensuring that he takes necessary time to fully recover and regain his strength.

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It seems eight years isn’t enough for John Ford.

The incumbent District 1 Riley County commissioner officially filed for a third term on Monday. During an appearance Tuesday on Within Reason with Mike Matson on News Radio KMAN, Ford said there’s still some unfinished business he’d like to help resolve.

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Officials from the Kansas Attorney General’s Office this week honored nearly two dozen sexual assault survivors from Riley County for their service to crime victims.

“The award winners have demonstrated extraordinary acts of service in helping crime victims navigate really challenging circumstances,” Attorney General Kris Kobach said. “Providing justice to crime victims is more than prosecuting the offenders. Justice includes listening when others turn away, acting when intervention is critical, and advocating for those who feel they have no voice.”

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Manhattan High School athletes are receiving a significant upgrade to their uniforms next year thanks to a new five-year athletic apparel agreement with Adidas.

USD 383 school board members voted 7-0 Wednesday to approve the contract, which provides uniforms, practice gear and sideline apparel for Manhattan High School varsity athletics. The contract provides exclusive rights at MHS for varsity sports covered under the Adidas brand. In exchange, Adidas will use the MHS name and trademarks in marketing.

District officials say the deal will cover most, if not all, uniform and equipment expenses that are typically funded through school budgets and fundraising efforts.

To view the full article visit theMercury.com.

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A new principal may soon take over at Manhattan Virtual Academy.

On Wednesday evening’s consent agenda, the USD 383 school board will consider a contract for Morgan Jobe, effective July 1. Jobe teaches language arts and family & consumer sciences at MVA, which is housed within Manhattan High School.

She’s also a project/program coordinator in the Office of the Associate Dean for Research and External Funding at Kansas State University. She previously held other teaching positions in Manhattan and Junction City.

To view the full article visit theMercury.com.

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A new principal may soon take over at Manhattan Virtual Academy.

On Wednesday evening’s consent agenda, the USD 383 school board will consider a contract for Morgan Jobe, effective July 1. Jobe teaches language arts and family & consumer sciences at MVA, which is housed within Manhattan High School.

She’s also a project/program coordinator in the Office of the Associate Dean for Research and External Funding at Kansas State University. She previously held other teaching positions in Manhattan and Junction City.

To view the full article visit theMercury.com.

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A former Riley County Jail employee is facing multiple charges of trafficking contraband into a correctional institution.

Agents with the Kansas Bureau of Investigation arrested 24-year-old Ashley Britt around 9:30 a.m. Friday at 2025 Little Kitten Ave on a warrant listing eight total counts of trafficking contraband into the jail.

According to the KBI, the Riley County Police Department requested the agency to investigate Britt in October after she reportedly provided contraband to an inmate. When RCPD became aware of the allegations, Britt was placed on administrative leave, but later resigned.

During the investigation, agents discovered Britt provided contraband to inmates on several occasions.

Following her arrest, Britt was booked into the Geary County Jail. Online court documents show Britt was released from jail after posting an $8,000 bond.

She is scheduled to appear in Riley County District Court at 1 p.m. on April 24.

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Riley County officials will move back into the Courthouse Plaza East building at 115 North Fourth St. this week.

Since July, the building has undergone a refurbishment, including replacement of windows and a remodel of the commission chambers. The county commission and planning board/board of zoning appeals meetings temporarily relocated to the health department’s Family and Child Resource Center at 2101 Claflin Road.

To view the full article visit theMercury.com.

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An investigation is underway after a Manhattan man reported his car and cell phone were stolen.

Riley County Police were notified Sunday afternoon after the alleged incident in the 900 block of Moro Street. The next morning, police arrested 21-year-old Isabella Counts on charges of criminal damage to property, criminal deprivation of property, computer unlawful acts and criminal deprivation of property.

Counts was jailed on a $6,000 bond but was no longer in custody as of Tuesday morning.

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Property valuation appeals are trending down this year according to the latest report from Riley County appraiser Anna Burson.

During her report to commissioners on Thursday, Burson said the county received 432 informal appeals following the mailing of change-of-value notices in late February, with 359 tied to residential properties.

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