Rice County News

Danny Gokey and Colton Dixon at the Kansas State Fair on September 16, 2026

Monday, May 4

Christian Music Stars and American Idol Alumni Come to the Kansas Star Casino Grandstand HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Three-time Grammy nominee and Dove Award-winning artist Danny Gokey will be joined by fellow American Idol alum and chart-topping Christian artist Colton Dixon at the 2026 Kansas State Fair.... Read More.

KLETC Associate Director Honored on Retirement

Friday, May 1

During a 26-year career at the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center near Yoder. Alvin Sowers has been involved in the training of nearly 200 of the 356 basic training classes that have come through KLETC. Friday's graduation of the 356th class was the last... Read More.

Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Jessica Moyer, Kanopolis Drive-In

Wednesday, April 29

“Let’s fire up your Thunderbird, put in $2 worth of gas, and drive over to the drive-in and see a movie.” If that sounds like I’m in a time warp or having flashbacks to the 1950s, hold on. Other than buying cheap gas, it is... Read More.

Main Street Market Day Set to Entertain Downtown Sterling

Tuesday, April 28

Cultivating the Love of the Arts in Sterling, KS Downtown Sterling businesses and Sterling Chamber Main Street are preparing to host a fantastic event this coming Saturday: The Main Street Market Day Festival. Set against the backdrop of Main Street and Broadway, the festival promises... Read More.

Watch Your Mail: Rice County Voters to Receive Election Notices

Monday, April 27

RICE COUNTY, Kan. — Registered voters in Rice County will receive a Notice of Election in the mail over the next week. The notice is not required to vote. It is used by the State of Kansas to confirm voter addresses and help keep records... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announced $18.9 Million in Kansas Airport Grants

Tuesday, April 21

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today announced $18.9 million for 53 airport development projects across Kansas. By leveraging local matches, the awards will contribute $95 million in total improvements to the state’s aviation network. The funding supports the planning, construction, and rehabilitation of public-use general... Read More.

Lyons City Council Hears Police Chief Search Update

Monday, April 20

Lyons Mayor Alicia Hommon provided an update to the City Council at Monday's meeting on the search for a new Chief of Police, in which she stressed the process is not going to be rushed. At the start of her comments, Hommon said... Read More.

Kansas 4-H Foundation Exploring Ownership Transition of Rock Springs Ranch

Saturday, April 18

MANHATTAN, Kan. (April 18, 2026) — The Kansas 4-H Foundation Board of Trustees announced Saturday that it is actively exploring the potential transition of ownership of Rock Springs Ranch as part of a long-term strategy to strengthen the financial position to support youth development... Read More.

Kansas Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom Wins Environmental Education Award

Thursday, April 16

MANHATTAN, Kan. - April 16, 2026 – Kansas Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom (KFAC) has been named a recipient of the 2026 Excellence in Conservation and Environmental Education Award by the Kansas Association for Conservation and Environmental Education (KACEE). Awardees are nominated by... Read More.

Lyons City Council Addresses Community Concerns Over Recent ICE Activity

Tuesday, April 7

LYONS, Kan. — The major topic of discussion during Monday's Lyons City Council meeting was an item not on their agenda, but one that has generated a lot of discussion and concern in the community in the past week or so. Rice County Sheriff... Read More.

Scam Impersonating a Court Targets Kansans in Multiple Communities

Tuesday, April 7

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas judicial branch is raising awareness about a new scam that threatens court enforcement for an unpaid toll and encourages the person targeted to scan a QR code to make a payment. The scam appears to be a message from the... Read More.

Application Deadline for 2026 Boys State of Kansas Session Set for April 30

Tuesday, April 7

(April 7, 2026) — The American Legion Boys State of Kansas is accepting applications for its 2026 session through Thursday, April 30. Applications are accepted after that date, but on a space-available basis. The event is set to be held Sunday, May 31, through... Read More.