Local News Reporter

We're looking for a smart journalist with strong news judgement to cover local news — primarily the education beat. At The Mercury, this includes both Kansas State University and the local school district, USD 383 Manhattan-Ogden. Manhattan is a vibrant college town of 56,000 in the scenic Flint Hills. It has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with big-city amenities like cultural events and local restaurants. Tuttle Creek Lake and Konza Prairie wildlife preserve provide lots of opportunities for outdoor recreation. The Mercury daily paper that has been family owned for more than a century. We offer a salary and benefits package that includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid vacation and retirement plan. Bachelor's degree and reporting experience a plus, but most of all, we want someone who is curious and willing to work as part of a team. This is a great opportunity for recent graduates or those early in their careers. To apply, please send a cover letter, résumé and three to five writing clips to Megan Moser at mmoser@themercury.com.