🎙️ Public Affairs: Mike Meyerle (Diller-Odell) & Virginia Moon (Southern) Schools – 9/6/2025

On Tuesday morning, the Manhattan Fire Department responded to a structure fire at 509 Pierre St., where two occupants were rescued from a second-floor porch. Firefighters found another unconscious inside and transported all victims to the hospital. The fire caused an estimated $125,000 in damages, with an investigation ongoing.

A Republic County man, Alex Tyler Scrivner, 35, was arrested for child sex crimes following a multi-year investigation by the Dickinson County Sheriff's Office. The allegations, originating from incidents in 2021, include charges of rape and aggravated indecent liberties with a child. Scrivner is currently in custody awaiting formal charges.

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On April 24, 2026, Phillipsburg High School hosted the Phillipsburg Invitational, showcasing top performances from local athletes. Beloit girls secured victory with 214 points, while Smith Center boys led with 134 points. Notable individual wins included Dakota Gray, Gavin Hickert, and other standout athletes from various schools.

Guard Leroy Blyden Jr. has signed to play basketball at Kansas for his sophomore season after an impressive year at Toledo, where he was named Mid-American Conference Freshman of the Year. Blyden averaged 16.4 points, 4.5 assists, and ranked high in steals and three-point shooting. He joins another transfer and four new signees at KU.