Rice County News

Senator Marshall Speaks on Homeland Security Funding, SAVE Act and Iran

Wednesday, March 18

US Senator Roger Marshall (R-KS) expressed frustration Wednesday with his Democratic colleagues over their actions, or refusal to do so, on Funding for the Department of Homeland Security and the SAVE Act during a news conference with Kansas reporters Wednesday. Marshall said the real question... Read More.

Lyons City Council Approves Equipment Purchases, Prepares for Retirement Celebration and Upcoming Events

Monday, March 16

LYONS, Kan. — A number of equipment purchases were approved during Monday night's Lyons City Council meeting, including a $96,000 purchase of a tandem axle trailer jet. This unit, which has a 700 gallon water capacity and is being purchased through Key Equipment and... Read More.

Lyons City Council Votes to Remove Police Chief

Monday, March 16

LYONS, Kan. — On a 5-2 vote with one member absent, the Lyons City Council voted Monday night to remove Police Chief Justin Holliday for cause. Holliday had been placed on paid administrative leave on Feb. 17 by Mayor Alicia Hommon, which was extended... Read More.

KDHE Announces Recipients of Waste Tire Product Grants

Monday, March 16

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has announced the recipients of waste tire product grants. These annual waste tire grants are awarded to local municipalities and public and private schools K-12 across the state. The grants are funded by revenue collected through... Read More.

K-State Expert Urges Kansans to ‘Discover the Power of Nutrition’

Monday, March 16

March is National Nutrition Month MANHATTAN, Kan. (extenstion.k-state.edu) — For most people, it’s probably true that a primary reason for eating the foods we eat is that they’re simply delicious. But K-State Extension nutrition and health expert Chelsea King says many may not realize or... Read More.

Time to Check for First Hollow Stem

Monday, March 16

K-State graduate students suggest that producers need to begin evaluating their wheat fields to determine if it is time to pull off cattle to avoid overgrazing MANHATTAN, Kan. (extension.k-state.edu) — Two Kansas State University graduate students are urging cattle producers to evaluate wheat fields... Read More.

Cold Front Coming to Kansas Overnight Saturday, High Wind Warnings Issued Sunday

Saturday, March 14

A drastic change in temperatures will affect Kansas Sunday into Monday. The National Weather Service says a strong cold front will begin to enter Kansas overnight tonight. It should arrive in central Kansas around sunrise and be through southeast Kansas by early afternoon. This front... Read More.

Update: Statewide Silver Alert for Salina Woman is Canceled

Thursday, March 12

SALINE COUNTY — The Salina Police Department reported to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) that 75-year-old Yvonne Pereirra-Mcwhorter has been located safe in WaKeeney, Kansas. The statewide Silver Alert is canceled. Thank you for your assistance during the alert. Earlier Release: Statewide Silver Alert issued for... Read More.

K-State Cattlemen’s Day: Genetic Selection Can Help Producers Advance their Operation

Monday, March 9

University of Missouri Extension specialist suggests using genomics when selecting replacement females or sires in breeding programs MANHATTAN, Kan. — Focusing on the improvement of cattle genetics, cow herds, animal welfare and generational transfers were focal points of the 113th Cattlemen’s Day, which was hosted... Read More.

Walk Kansas Adds Spring Webinars to Expand Wellness Focus

Monday, March 9

Statewide program continues emphasis on education MANHATTAN, Kan. (extension.k-state.edu) — The popular Walk Kansas program is adding four spring webinars to give participants a deeper dive into wellness topics ranging from physical activity at work to gut health and kindness on the job. Sharolyn... Read More.

K-State Cattlemen’s Day: Preparing for a Generational Transfer

Friday, March 6

Oklahoma State University professor shares the importance of preparing a generational transfer of a farm or ranch at the 113th Cattlemen’s Day MANHATTAN, Kan. — When considering how to pass on a family farm or ranch to the next generation, one of the biggest mistakes... Read More.

Time to Plant Potatoes in Kansas

Thursday, March 5

K-State horticulture expert shares tips for successful crop MANHATTAN, Kan. (extension.k-state.edu) — For Kansas gardeners, St. Patrick’s Day means something much more than donning a favorite green outfit and heading to local celebrations. Traditionally, the Irish holiday signals the date for planting potatoes. “Actually, anytime from... Read More.

Senator Marshall Speaks on Homeland Security Funding, SAVE Act and Iran

Lyons City Council Approves Equipment Purchases, Prepares for Retirement Celebration and Upcoming Events

Lyons City Council Votes to Remove Police Chief

KDHE Announces Recipients of Waste Tire Product Grants

K-State Expert Urges Kansans to ‘Discover the Power of Nutrition’

Time to Check for First Hollow Stem

Cold Front Coming to Kansas Overnight Saturday, High Wind Warnings Issued Sunday

Update: Statewide Silver Alert for Salina Woman is Canceled

K-State Cattlemen’s Day: Genetic Selection Can Help Producers Advance their Operation

Walk Kansas Adds Spring Webinars to Expand Wellness Focus

K-State Cattlemen’s Day: Preparing for a Generational Transfer

Time to Plant Potatoes in Kansas

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